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On the Cover:

24 What Issue? Overcoming Unique Challenges

HEALTH & WELLNESS26 Understanding Prostate Cancer Screening29 Flutters in the Night- Be Still My Beating Heart!30 Understanding Neuro-Developmental Disorders31 Not All Sugars Are Bad

COMMUNITY11 Under the Gold Dome “15 Trillion And Counting”11 Young Adults with Disabilities on the Road to Success!14 Family Fun on Halloween14 It’s Time for College15 Project Walk Atlanta… It’s Personal

MY HOME16 “Curb appeal” may appeal to your Bank Account

MY BUSINESS20 Thinking of starting your own business?

LIFESTYLE21 The Double-Edged Sword22 When An Emergency Happens33 CDA II is Open!

FAITH38 Southern Born Means Something Special38 Christ, Our Feast 39 Who Are You?

IN EVERY ISSUE8 Community News10 Forsyth County News36 School Listing40 Church Listing42 Clubs & Organizations47 Elected Officials

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The Three C’s:Conventions, Controversy and Conversation

Hopefully all the

hullaballoo will

lead to diplomacy

and the skills and

discretion necessary

to address

situations with

subtlety and tact.

The past nine months have been riddled with sad news, economic downfalls, catastrophic occurrences and a whole lot of controversy. Likely all of us have, at some time or another, dealt with circumstances that have made us wonder what is going on, and whether we can survive it all.

Political parties have held their conventions, leading to changes and a myriad of opinions as to how to rule our country and who is best suited to do so. Whatever party suits you best, there is one thing that should be of utmost importance to us all – our ability to vote. Make sure you exercise this great opportunity that we have as Americans to go to the polls and vote for our favorite candidates. The choice is ours to make.

English is, as some of you might know, my second language. I love the written word and consider myself lucky to have been educated in a public school that taught an English course every day from Kindergarten through High School – and everyone had to take the class. I remember hearing the word hullabaloo while in Albany, GA at age 13. I was a bit stunned when I heard it and couldn’t figure out what it meant so I looked it up: argument, disagreement, and debate. We could say that 2012 has been a year filled with hullaballoo.

Hopefully all the hullaballoo will lead to diplomacy and the skills and discretion necessary to address situations with subtlety and tact.

Conversation is paramount to the survival of our nation. A dialogue where an exchange of thoughts and ideas can lead to resolution is magical, when handled with respect, knowledge and openness. I have often wondered, as

have many of my friends, if we are not losing sight of this beautiful art with the ability to do everything via text, e-mail, and social media. How it all develops will be written, or maybe just talked about, in years to come.

During these past few months, I have seen the devastation of homes and families, the loss of life due to murder, and the passing of time having an effect on the health and mental conditions of loved ones. Most importantly, I’ve seen how resolution, faith, hope and love can make all of the above seem easier to bear.

We all have encountered challenges, fears and loss at one time or another. We have been given the opportunity to trust, learn, love and move forward in the direction we believe to be the right one. Whatever it takes, we put our best foot forward and move on.

As we get closer to the end of 2012, let’s hope 2013 is, simply stated, a happy year for us all!

[ by Julie Brennan]

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News Around Forsyth

New Zaxby’s Location Now Open

Licensees Carl Williams and Neal Bridges are pleased to announce the opening of Cumming’s fourth Zaxby’s restaurant. The new restaurant is located at 3125 Mathis Airport Parkway, across the street from the Publix Shopping Center. A Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and Buffalo wings, Zaxby’s will operate from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day.

“We’ve always wanted to bring a Zaxby’s to this area of Forsyth County,” said Williams, who owns the three additional Cumming locations, at 6020 Bethelview Road, 2810 Keith Bridge Road and 520 Sawnee Corners Boulevard. “We’ve built our reputation and loyal following in this community by providing excellent service and great-tasting food, and we plan to carry on that tradition with this new, convenient location.”

The new 3,500-square-foot location will seat 90 in Zaxby’s unique design — floor-to-ceiling brick walls, modernized tables and booths, all complemented by an eclectic mix of photography. Zaxby’s also offers drive-thru services to meet the needs of customers on the go. Additionally, the new restaurant will have a Coca-Cola Freestyle fountain machine, offering guests 100+ beverage options.

Williams and Bridges believe the restaurant — from the atmosphere to the service — will exceed community expectations. “We’ve assembled a great group of team members who will deliver on the Zaxby’s mission to ‘consistently create encore experiences that enrich lives one person at a time,’” said Bridges.

The new location will be the 5th for Forsyth County, and the 204th for the Peach State.

Bearfoot Ranch Provides Forsyth County Horse Rescue and Therapy Bearfoot Ranch, with locations at 5150 Oak Grove Circle in Cumming and our 9220 Waldrip Rd, in Gainesville, is seeking volunteers and assistance. Bearfoot Ranch is a comprehensive equestrian center dedicated to providing riding activities in a safe, effective and compassionate environment. The center furthers their students’ knowledge of horses; offers lessons to children and people with special needs regardless of ability; and challenges them to reach their potential through the love of horses. Bearfoot Ranch also acts as a rescue facility for horses that have been abused or neglected. After rehabilitation, the organization tries to place the horses in forever homes, giving these animals a second chance at a new life.

For more information visit www.Bearfootranch.org or E-mail them at [email protected].

Community


Community

Ping Pong Tournament to Benefit United WayNorman’s Landing is hosting a Ping Pong Tournament benefiting to benefit the Forsyth County United Way on October 23 and 24. The singles tournament takes place on the Tuesday (23rd) beginning at 7 p.m.; the doubles tournament takes place on Wednesday (24th) with a 7 p.m. start time. “Be sure to visit our Ping Pong room during your visit to Norman’s Landing and your donation will assist the citizens of our community. Help us continue this charitable tradition in our community by stopping by and saying hello!” said Norman’s Landing owner Bill Norman. For more information call 770-886-0100.

Northside Hospital Offers Free Prostate Cancer Screening

It’s estimated that nearly 6,500 men in Georgia will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). It remains the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men, aside from skin cancer. To help raise awareness of the disease, Northside Hospital’s Cancer Institute is offering a free prostate cancer screening in Forsyth County in October. The screenings will take place on Thursday, October 11, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. at the Northside Hospital-Forsyth Cancer Center, located at 1100 Northside Forsyth Drive, Suite 140, Cumming. To register, call 404-845-5555 and press “0.” Registration is required. Register early! Spaces fill quickly.

Qualified Spanish interpreters available on site.

Health care professionals will screen adult men for symptoms of prostate cancer and offer free PSA (protein specific antigen) blood tests and digital rectal exams at no charge. Uninsured men, ages 40-75, who have never been diagnosed with prostate cancer and haven’t had a prostate exam within the past year, are eligible to participate. A limited number of appointments are available for men with insurance. A nurse navigator is available to help arrange follow up care, if indicated. To learn more about prostate cancer and latest treatment options, visit http://www.northside.com.

Scott’s Auto Center Welcomes Gary MillerGary Miller recently joined the staff at Scott’s Auto Center. Miller, who is credited with starting the Gwinnett Technical College Automotive Program in 1984, has over 18 years of experience in mechanics, as both teacher and hands on work. He has also worked for the Georgia Department of Consumer Affairs where he conducted inspections of shops and evaluated services rendered to the public.

“I am very excited that Gary is now part of the Scott’s Auto Center family,” said Muse. Miller and Muse met over 25 years ago when Muse was taking courses to become a mechanic.

“I look forward to meeting the current customers of Scott’s Auto as well as welcoming our new clients,” Miller stated. He is also ready to exceed the expectations of everyone who enters Scott’s Auto Center.

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Forsyth CountyGovernment News

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Fire Department Publication named ‘Best in Class”

The Forsyth County Fire Department’s 2010 Annual Report has received national accolades. The publication recently garnered two awards in the National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) 2012 Awards of Excellence Competition.

The publication received a ‘Superior’ award in the competition’s annual reports

category. Then, from amongst all of the award winners in the annual reports category, the Forsyth County Fire Department publication was named ‘Best in Class.’

The Fire Department Annual Report is an informational tool, providing key information about the department, as well as annual news such as events and accomplishments. The publication is prepared jointly by the Fire Department and the Department of Communications. The Fire Department began publishing the annual report in 2005.

“First and foremost, this report is published with our citizens in mind, so as to better acquaint them with their Fire Department and the many important services we provide,” Fire Chief Danny Bowman said. “We are certainly proud that it has been recognized with these awards.”

The award-winning 2010 report as well as the department’s more recently released 2011 report can be viewed online from the Fire Department page at www.forsythco.com. Printed copies of the 2011 report are available at the Forsyth County Public Safety Complex, staffed fire stations and the County Administration Building.

NACIO is an affiliate of the National Association of Counties (NACo). Established in 1996, NACIO promotes effective communication between counties and citizens.

Child Eagle Scout Heustess III Recognized by County Commissioners

At their September 6 meeting the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners recognized the accomplishments of an Eagle Scout. Edward Monroe Heustess III was presented with a Resolution from the commissioners in recognition of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Edward is a member of Troop 3143 of the Boy Scouts of America and is a senior at Lambert High School. His Eagle Scout Court of Honor will be held September 30, 2012.

Pictured (left to right): Commission Chairman Jim Boff; District 1 Commissioner R.J. (Pete) Amos; District 2 Commissioner Brian R. Tam; Edward Monroe Heustess III; District 3 Commissioner Todd Levent; and District 4 Commissioner Patrick B. Bell

Parks and Recreation Fall-Winter Activity Guide Available

The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Fall-Winter Activity Guide is now available and provides information on athletics, fitness programs, special interest classes and more. With everything from gymnastics and martial arts to music programs and art classes, Forsyth County Parks and Recreation offers a variety of opportunities for fun, adventure and fitness.

View the Activity Guide online at www.forsythco.com/parks.

Community


Senator Jack Murphy (R-GA 27thDistrict) may be reached at 404-656-7127 or [email protected].

Community

Currently the United States Government owes over $15 trillion-that’s about $14,000

for every man, woman and child in the U.S., and

growing every day.

We, as a country, cannot sustain that kind of debt.

Unlike Georgia, the Federal Government does not have to balance

their budget. In fact, the current Obama Administration has not signed a budget in three years. Yes, that’s right; the United States is operating without a budget. How would you like to print money when you need it and let someone else finance it? Our debt to China is staggering, and one day the note is going to come due.

Below is a small example from the Brookings Harbor Tea Party, based in Brookings, Oregon, of what a billion dollars looks like when compared to time:

• Abillionsecondsagoitwas1959.• AbillionminutesagoJesuswasalive.• AbillionhoursagoourancestorswerelivingintheStoneAge.• Abilliondaysagono-onewalkedontheearthontwofeet.• Abilliondollarsagowasonly8hoursand20minutes,attherateour government is spending it.

Over one hundred years ago, the 43 plus taxes we currently have, were not there. We had absolutely no national debt, and we had the largest middle class in the world.

America is the greatest nation on the earth. If we are to remain so we are going to have to live within our means.

May God bless you and your families.

News frOM seNATOr MurPhY

“15 TRILLION & Counting”

[ by Senator Jack Murphy, R-GA 27th District]

The Forsyth County Public School system works hard to prepare students with cognitive or developmental disabilities for the transition out of the school system and into the mainstream community. Project L.I.F.E. (Learning Independence for FutureEmployment)focusesonvocationaltrainingforstudents18-22.ThroughProject Life, students are afforded the opportunity to train and work at various partnering businesses as part of their special education curriculum. Siemens, Inc. was very instrumental in getting the program off the ground 5 years ago.

Some of these students are able to obtain continued employment with Siemens upon their exiting the school system; however, for many, transportation was a barrier to their continued employment. According to Helen Lane, the Project L.I.F.E. coach, so many students obtaining employment have had to quit after six months or 7 months because they don’t have transportation to work. Some have even had to turn down employment offers because they could not get to the job site. She further says that transportation has been the most pressing need from the very beginning.

Through a partnership with Siemens, United Way of Forsyth County is able to provide transportation to and from work for these employees. Siemens had a 15 passenger hybrid bus and together with United Way, a partnership to get the bus on the road providing this needed transportation was formed. Once United Way knew the bus would be available, the process of insuring the bus, finding drivers and scheduling routes began. The riders pay a fee to help defray the cost of operation. “One young man’s mom just cried with the announcement of the bus service”, said Ms. Lane.

OnJune18ththebusmadeitsfirsttrip,deliveringsixSiemensemployeestoandfrom work. United Way hopes to be able to use the bus to transport other adults with disabilities who are able to find employment outside Siemens in the near future.

Ms. Lane also states, “They love us here at Siemens. It doesn’t take long to have your heart touched by this population. They are always smiling.” She receives stellar reports from their supervisors, saying they are near perfect employees. Ms. Lane says Siemens employees often say to her, “Can we tell you how much you’ve changed our lives?” It’s been such a positive experience for everyone that Siemens has a program called “Life at Siemens” at other work sites across the country including California, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Illinois and other counties in Georgia.

Siemens and United Way of Forsyth County, a community partnership helping adults with special needs get on the road to a brighter future.

Ruth Goode is the Executive Director of United Way Forsyth. She may be reached at 770-781-4110.

[ by Ruth Goode ]

YouNg Adults with disAbilities oN the RoAd to suCCess!

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event

suPPoRt ANiMAls iN NeedBark & Boogie Ball Supports No-Kill Shelter

Help support animals in need – and have a fantastic evening -- at

the 8th annual Bark & Boogie Ball on Saturday, October 20, 2012,

6:00 pm until midnight, at the Lanier Technical College Forsyth

Conference Center in Cumming. Sponsored by the Humane Society

of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter, the black-tie invited event

features a gourmet dinner by Chef Kern and an open bar, plus dancing

and entertainment provided by Big Band Atlanta and Band X. The

purpose of this much-anticipated annual event is to raise funds to

support the no-kill shelter through silent and live auctions which

include trips to exotic locations, weekend getaways, jewelry, artwork,

home décor/furnishings, themed gift baskets, professional services,

pet-related products/services and more. A sell-out-crowd of over 500

is expected, with tickets and tables selling quickly.

Tickets are $90 per person or $800 for a table for 10. To purchase

tickets, or for more information, visit www.BarkandBoogie.com .

The Humane Society faces new challenges due to the economy, as

foreclosures and job losses force families to give up their pets. The

number of homeless animals admitted into the program has increased

substantially, but miraculously HSFC doubled the number of

permanent adoptions last year, and that trend is continuing. Proceeds

from Bark & Boogie Ball fund shelter operations, veterinary care,

education and community outreach, and programs to help low-income

families feed and spay/neuter their pets. Supporting Bark & Boogie

Ball is one way you can give back to the community!

About HSFC

The Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter is a non-

profit, volunteer organization which rescues abandoned dogs/puppies

and cats/kittens, provides appropriate veterinary care, and places

them in permanent homes through adoption. HSFC receives no funds

from Forsyth County, the State of Georgia, the Humane Society of

the U.S., or any other organization. The Shelter is funded entirely

through private donations and fundraising events. All proceeds go

toward shelter operations, veterinary care, and feeding/caring for the

animals. Visit www.forsythpets.org for more information.

8th Annual Bark & Boogie Ball

Saturday, October 20, 2012 | 6:00 p. m. until midnightLanier Technical College Forsyth Conference Center

7745 Majors Road | Cumming, GA 30041www.forsythconferencecenter.comGourmet buffet dinner by Chef Kern

Open barDancing and entertainment provided by Big Band Atlanta and

Band X • Silent and Live Auctions

For more information, contact Debbie Booth at 404-202-3077; [email protected].

8tH AnnuAl BArk & Boogie BAll

SAturdAy, octoBer 20, 2012

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Community

Family Fun on Halloween

try these tricks for a real family treat!

Crisp autumn leaves coupled with the smells of spiced wine and hot apple cider at your favorite fall festivals add an exciting element to the air like no other time of year. Check out these great local events for your little goblins and ghouls:

Burt’S PumPKiN PatchExpansive fields of orange pumpkins are just waiting to reveal new expressions, courtesy of your carving crew. Sharpen your knives, lay out yourForsythCountyNewsorAJC,andhavethebakingsheetsprimedforpumpkin seeds (for a little added flavor, try tossing garlic pepper or Cajun seasoning on the seeds just as they come out of the oven). Also, enjoy Burt’s Country Store featuring homemade popcorn, boiled peanuts, apple cider, and a variety of fall treats.800-600-BURT or www.burtsfarm.com

the hauNted maze at carltoN FarmFind the little-known gem in Rockmart, Georgia, for a fright

the whole family will remember. Chase each other in the pumpkin patch and winding corn maze, or

watch their faces light up in the petting barn, or during the farm tours, hay jump and hayrides. 770-684-3789 or www.carltonfarms.com

KiNSey Family FarmEnjoy the week in the rolling pumpkin patch

on Kinsey Family Farm. It’s the epitome of fall with hayrides, apple cannons, and fish-feeding. A

special place where family traditions are born, your family will look forward to this trip each autumn season.770-877-6028 or www.kinseyfamilyfarm.com

Netherworld / Fear world

These folks are in the business of seriously scaring the bee-geezers out of us. Check out the Norcross spot that garnered national attention from the Today Show and CNN as one of America’s most frightful haunts. See what prompts The Travel Channel to say, “It makes Hollywood creature-features look like Bambi.” Appropriate for

teens and older.404-608-2484 or www.fearworld.com

[ by Shelly Kent ]

Shelly Kent is a freelance writer. She may be reached at 404-232-9898 or [email protected].

College football is in the air. College students have returned and the leaves are falling on campus. Do you remember when you were there? Guess what? Soon your child will be headed to that campus. How are you going to pay for their schooling? What will it take?

Right now everything is fine. Your children are way too young for you to be thinking about college. Unfortunately, it will be here before you want to acknowledge and when that time arrives the cost will be huge - unless you are ready. Are you laying the ground work for them to attend college and holding the money to pay for it?

Now, in your step by step, is the time to start setting aside funds for your child’s higher education. There are many ways to invest money today that allow your money to grow into a sizable education fund, but you have to start as soon as you can.

There are some things that you can do today to make sure you are financially prepared for that big step.

INSIST ON THE BEST - The younger your child is the better. Work with them and insist that they focus on their education. At the youngest of ages, setting expectations and helping guide them will help them learn to deliver on objectives and build their ability to know to how to study - crucial for a solid college education. Ultimately this will position them to be scholarship eligible and help in deferring some, if not all, of their college expenses.

SAy NO! - Start now by saying NO to student loans. Many people I meet today have student loans that rival their mortgage balance. Beginning to instill in your child, and maybe even you and your spouse, that a student loan is not an option will prevent them from getting started on the wrong foot and better prepare them financially once they receive that “worked hard for” degree.

LAy OUT THE INvESTMENT - First and foremost, make sure that you are do no investing for your child’s college fund until you are adequately investing for your own retirement. Do not get your child’s education needs in front of your retirement. Are you aware that there is NO scholarship for retirement?

While several approaches can be made, most parents are using a state 529 or the Educational Savings Account (ESA) investment options for their child’s college fund. Investment approaches and restrictions vary between the two vehicles.

Help Manage - Work with your child to help them decide if college is right for them. A four-year degree is not for everyone and out of state tuition is expensive!

Hurry, they are not getting younger!

Its Time For College

Parkey Thompson is a personal financial coach. He may be reached at 678-648-9940. Visit www.myfinancialfocus.net for more information.

[ by Parkey Thompson ]


walk Atlanta

Project Walk atlanta… It’s Personal

It was two weeks before our oldest son Chris’ graduation from Lambert High School and the night before prom…an exciting time of year for a senior. On Friday evening May 13, 2011 at 10:20 pm my husband Paul and I received a phone call and learned he had possibly been in an automobile accident. We arrived to the scene of police cars, fire trucks and ambulances, and were relieved as we did not see his truck. Within seconds, through the flashing lights, we caught a glimpse of our son lying on a stretcher and found out that he was a passenger in an automobile that had crashed into the nearby brick sign. He had sustained a burst fracture to his c6 vertebrae and would need surgery right away to relieve pressure on his spinal cord.

All of a sudden, our world was turned upside down and, after spending a week in ICU at North Fulton Regional Hospital, we were on our way to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta. Our son was a quadriplegic and we would find out over the next three months, exactly what that meant. We were bombarded with the reality that there is much more to a spinal cord injury than being paralyzed and in a wheelchair.

While at the Shepherd Center our son learned how to function in a wheelchair, and we were educated on how to live with a spinal cord injury. All the while, we were wondering, “Where do we go next?” as our goal was for him to walk again. After much prayer, hours of research and the discovery of a friend, we believe God led us to Project Walk in Carlsbad, California. We had visited several facilities while researching our options and, without a doubt, we knew Project Walk was where he needed to be. For the first time since his accident, we were filled with hope. It felt like the ball was finally in our court, and our son would have the opportunity to work toward gaining optimum recovery and the arduous goal of walking again someday.

Through God’s provision and the generous support of family, friends, and even strangers in our community, Chris’ dad Paul, and Chris, spent seven weeks at Project Walk in California.

[ by Jeannie Pickard ]

Project Walk Atlanta is non-profit company. For more information

visit our Web site www.projectwalkatlanta.org or our Facebook page

at Project Walk Atlanta. Project Walk Atlanta

is located at 1755 Grassland Parkway, Suite B, Alpharetta,

Georgia 30004. For more information:

770-722-4239, 678-200-9559.


My home

Curb appeal for any piece of property may mean different things to different peo-ple. For some it may be a pleasing color scheme; for others it could be the architec-tural details that make an office or home at-tractive and interesting. I believe that, for most people, an attractive landscape helps to draw the eye of neighbors and potential buyers. Compared to the front of the house, the front and side yards make up the big-gest area of square footage where you are able to make an impression.

In today’s real estate world it is a buyer’s market. That means competition is keen. There was a time when your neighbors were your only competition. Now, with foreclosures and distressed properties, potential buyers have many choices. Compromises are made, and they range from broadening the search area to ar-eas of town that may not be as familiar, to the consideration of a larger home that is more affordable now than what it would have been five years ago.

Ask any real estate professional and they will tell you the yard and overall landscape ap-pearance is the key for making the best first impression. The investment of a few hun-dred dollars will yield a return of increased traffic and possibly a faster sale than what you would have had without making these simple improvements:

• Cut the lawn. If you can, hire a maintenance company. The secret is bi-weekly service while the home is on the market.

• Insure all shrubs are trimmed. Don’t cut too much off. Keep it simple. Just insure all plants are trimmed neatly.

• If you have trees in your front yard, make every effort to “limb up the branches.” This will allow a line of sight beneath the tree to the front of the house.

• Install a good “dug edge” on all edges of your plant beds. The definition

from a nice clean crisp edge between the turf and mulch is what sets off the land-scape.

• Fresh mulch or pinestraw along with the dug edge will help finish the look and complete the upgrade in the plant beds.

• An added flower bed or beds is al-ways a good idea. This money will not be wasted.

Whether you attempt these improvements yourself or hire a professional landscape contractor, the results will give you the con-fidence to market your home for the highest dollar possible. The finished look or curb ap-peal will also help you run right past much of your competition!

Todd Thomas is the owner of Southeast Landscapes and may be reached at 404-583-5879. Visit his Web site at www.selincga.com.

“Curb Appeal” may Appeal to your Bank Account[ by Todd Thomas ]


EventsOctober 1st: First 30 customers will

receive a gift bag filled with over $10 in gift certificates for menu items. One

per family, please.

October 23: Pizza box art contest entries are due before 4pm.

October 31: Trick or Pizza. The first 40 kids (12 and under) who come into the restaurant dressed in their Halloween costumes and who say “Trick or Pizza” will receive a free slice of cheese pizza.

Month Long Pizza Specials:The Black and Bleu Pizza

Steak, blue cheese crumbles, portabella mushrooms, caramelized onions, &

fresh cilantro. 12-inch, 17.99; 16-inch, 21.99

The QueenOur version of the classic Margherita. Freshly sliced tomatoes, fresh basil, &

fresh buffalo mozzarella. 12-inch, 15.99; 16-inch, 18.99

Mia’s Pizza and Eats * Cumming, GA 30041 * 770-887-8874 * miaspizzaandeats.com

My

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{ }ForsythFoodieScore Big at Your Next Tailgate

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year…at least for me. It’s football season!

Whether you are tailgating on Saturday or Sunday, in a stadium parking lot, on campus or in the comfort of your own home, here are my Must Have Dishes for a stellar tailgating experience. (And these are all awesome so they are in no particular order!)

Ugly Dip: The name isn’t pretty but this easy (and pretty healthy!) dip has always been a hit at any tailgate I’ve been to.ingredients:1 16oz jar of Medium Salsa1 can of Fat Free Refried Beans1 8oz container of Fat Free Sour Cream1 16oz bag of Mexican Style Shredded CheeseDirections:Mix salsa and refried beans in bowl. Then stir in the sour cream and shredded cheese. Put out immediately or chill in the fridge for up to 1 hour. Serve with tortilla chips or for a healthier option, grab a bag of sweet potato tortilla chips. There are many gluten free options available.

Source: My own family’s recipe! Source: www.pimentocheese.com

BUFFalo ChiCken Balls: Sure, you can have Buffalo Wings, but here’s another great alternative.Ingredients:3 cups shredded cooked chicken1/4 to 1/2 cup hot sauce (to taste)3 1/2 ounces cream cheese, softened1 3/4 cups sharp shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped green onions1 cup all-purpose flour4 eggs, lightly beaten3 – 4 cups Corn Flakes cereal, crushedDirections:Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine chicken, cream cheese and hot sauce, cheddar cheese and green onions.Roll a heaping tablespoon of mixture into a 1½-inch ball and place onto a plate or separate baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Place flour in a shallow dish.In a second shallow dish, place eggs. In a third shallow dish, place corn flakes. Dip each chicken ball first into the flour, then the egg and ending with the Corn Flakes. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Source: www.foodnetwork.com

spinaCh Dip with Veggies in BagUettes: Not sure about double-dipping with your tailgating buddies? This is a great way to get your serving of veggies without sharing with every fan that stops by.

ingredients:10 oz. package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry16 oz. sour cream (reduced fat ok)1 cup mayonnaise (reduced fat ok)1 package Knorr® Vegetable recipe mix8 oz. water chestnuts, drained and chopped3 green onions, chopped (optional)baguettesveggie sticksDirections:Combine the first 6 ingredients and chill about 2 hours.In the meantime, follow these step by step instructions to prepare your baguettes. • First,cuttheroundedendoffthebaguette. To figure out where to cut the baguette, I lined up two pieces of veggies to eyeball how tall I’d need the baguette. You’ll want to cut the baguette just a bit shorter than the two veggie sticks. • Next,cutthebaguetteatadiagonal. • Nowyouhavetwopieces.Ifthebottomistoo thick, you can cut a bit off. You want enough to hold the dip, but not a huge chunk of bread. • Withyourhands,pullouttheinsideofthe baguette. Leave the bread in the bottom though. You want to mostly pull the bread out of the sides and back. • Last,pressthebottombreaddown.Thiswill form a sturdy base to hold the dip. Spoon in the spinach dip (as much or as little as you like) and add the veggie sticks. Use any leftover bread for breadcrumbs or homemade croutons. • Filleachbaguettewithspinachdip.Addyour choice of veggie sticks. • Don’thavetimeforthebaguettes?Usesimple plastic cups for the same personalized veggie snack.

Source: www.sohowsittaste.com

soUth georgia CaViar: Similar to a salsa, but with a savvy, southern twist. This delish dip is popular amongst many southern tailgaters.ingredients:2 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained1 15-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained1 10-ounce can Ro-Tel tomatoes2 cups red bell pepper, chopped1/2 cup fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped1/2 cup onion, chopped1 8-ounce bottle Italian dressing1 4-ounce jar chopped pimentos, drainedDirections:In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients and stir gently to combine. Refrigerate mixture overnight. Serve with corn chips.

Source: www.pauladeen.com

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Twenty years in corporate America and five more in franchising have taught me three important lessons for business partnerships or franchisees.

The most profitable franchisees have bought into the concept they purchased and work diligently protecting and promoting the brand. They work within the system, contribute new ideas, maintain high standards and always have a positive attitude. Franchisees will be rewarded by following the “recipe for success” that has made so many others fortunes. Your choice is to either create your own product, service or restaurant or purchase a franchise and follow the model to personal and financial rewards.

As with most things in life “going above and beyond” is the golden rule to franchising. Lenny’s Sub Shop franchisor expects us to greet customers as they enter the restaurant, talk with them on the serving line and say goodbye as they leave. We go the extra mile by remembering their names, engaging the customer at their tables, learn about their jobs, family and passions. We strive to be the Cheers of sub shops where “everybody knows your name”.

Like any business partnership, franchisor/franchisee or personal relationship the more you put into it the more you get back. With 15 years in corporate software development the most proficient customers were the most engaged with the vendor and product. They were on advisory councils, tested beta versions of software, offered site visits and testimonials for prospective customers and were involved in the whole software solution process. They were partners striving for success not

only for their companies but also for the vendor and product. These same principles are true for franchisees: get to know the franchisor, find ways to help them, test products, promote the brand to prospective customers and be a positive

driving force to the success of both parties. Like giving back to your community, giving back to

your franchisor or vendor partner will reward your business in many ways.

I’ve definitely learned there’s a lot to making a franchise successful, and I look forward to sharing more with you. In the meantime, do you own a franchise or are you thinking of purchasing one? Do you have success stories or challenges to overcome? I’d love to hear from you at [email protected].

[ by Bruce Longmore ]

Three Important Lessons in Franchise

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Bruce Longmore is a Cumming entrepreneur. He may be reached at 404-574-3884 or [email protected]. Along with his wife Donna, they are the owners of a Lenny’s Sub Shop in Cumming and in Alpharetta.

[ by Becky Brown ]

Choosing the right entity will help protect your assets and could save you from paying too much in tax. Before deciding whether to be a Sole Proprietor, an LLC, an S Corp, or a C Corp, there are various questions should answer before you make a decision.

• Whatkindofliabilitydoyouneed?• Whattaxsavingsareyoulookingfor?• ShouldyouincorporateorformanLLC?

What kind of liability do you need? If you are operating as a Sole Pro-prietor and working at people’s homes or if you are acting as a manager or a contractor and use subcontractors, you should consider incorporat-ing or forming an LLC. The reason for this is even though you may have insurance, you leave your personal assets open to creditors and lawsuits. Forming an LLC or becoming a corporation provides an extra

layer of liability protection.

What kind of tax savings can a corporation offer? As a Sole Proprietor you are subject to 15%

self-employment tax on top of your ordinary federal and state tax rate. As an LLC, the tax treatment is the same as a Sole Propri-etor. Therefore, if you are looking for tax savings; becoming an S Corp is the way to go. As a shareholder of an S Corp, you are required to take a salary. This salary,

of course, would be taxed for federal, state, FICA, and medicare. However, the net profit

of the corporation would only be taxed for fed-eral and state and would not be subject to the 15%

self-employment tax.

As an S Corp you would need to keep minutes for the corporation where-as with an LLC you would not; but don’t let this keep you from choosing this type of entity. If you are a one shareholder S Corp, the minutes are pretty standard from year to year and can be created very easily.

Another option is to ‘have the best of both worlds’ and form an LLC with the state but file your taxes as an S Corp with the IRS.

On the topic of C Corps, let’s just say that right now the tax rate is low, 15%, but whether it will stay that way is up for debate.

Bottom line, choosing the right entity is a decision that should be dis-cussed with your tax advisor. Don’t let the excitement of starting your own business cause you to make the wrong decision!

Thinkingofstartingyourownbusiness?

Becky Brown, CPA, is a QuickBooks Advanced Certified ProAdvisor and owner of NGAC, Inc. She may be reached at 770-888-7700.

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My HuSbAnd iS a man with such integrity; this is one of the qualities that attracted me to him. When we met I loved the fact that he was always confident to do the right thing even when it went against the status quo. What a man!

Then came the time when we stayed at a five-star hotel in Nevada and I ran out to the store for a bottle of wine to enjoy in the room (trying to save a few bucks). When I walked back into the hotel with it, Mark reminded me about the note in the room that said no outside alcohol was allowed. I thought to myself, what a ‘goody-two shoes”! Ok, now this integrity thing is going too far!

Does this happen to you? The qualities you love about someone are also the same qualities that drive you crazy! Maybe your significant other is friendly and outgoing, everyone loves her but then it ultimate drives makes you nuts because you think people take advantage of her. Or your husband was always so fun and was the life of the party but now that you have a family and other obligations, you wish he’d grow up! It

could be the financially secure, responsible one you fell for who was a “rock” who now seems to be a bore and a “tight wad”.

Isn’t it interesting that every person’s personality traits have the “double-edged sword”. In most cases we don’t even realize this. Many relationships struggle because as time goes on, we start focusing on the negative side of a trait and have no idea that is what we initially fell in love with. If we are conscious of this and recognize it then we can choose a different reaction. Because, guess what, you too have the double-edged sword to your personality and are prob-ably getting on your significant other’s nerves as well.

Think about this and take inventory of your last disagreements or conflicts and chances are that wonderful amazing quality is the root cause of the issue. Re-gardless of the person there will always be this struggle. Now that you know this, pick your battles.

What if we all were aware of this dichotomy going into relationships and ac-cepted the double edged sword as a whole, we’d probably be much more ac-cepting and save ourselves a lot of frustration. What do you think?

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Christine Roberts is a volunteer with Mentor Me, a local non-profit agency that matches caring volunteers with children who need mentors. Their mission is to help children reach their potential through mentoring relationships with responsible adults. Christine can be reached at [email protected]

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It’s the moment you hope never happens – a fall off a bike, tightness in the chest, an asthma attack or a burn – a few of the things that may require a trip to the emergency department (ED). Understanding your options and making a plan before that emergency occurs can reduce the time it takes to get help.

Do your homework – locate the hospital nearest you and call to ask ques-tions…

WHo iS on StAFF in tHe ed?Are staff specially trained for emergency situations? Does the ER have PALS (pediatric advanced life support) certified nurses to treat children?

HoW long Will tHe WAit be?When is the ED busiest? Are patients seen on the severity of their situation?

WHAt About inSurAnCe?In case of an emergency, always call 911 first. For emergent cases, any hospital ED will treat you, regardless of what insurance you have. How-ever, should your condition require admission to the hospital or follow-up care, it’s important to know which hospitals and services are covered under your plan. Long before you ever need to go to ED, call your insurance provider for this information.

Set your route.How accessible is the hospital to major highways or roads? Figure out mul-tiple driving routes based on time of day, traffic congestion and possible road-work, and plan ahead. Don’t wait for an emergency to happen first.

bring A Copy oF your MediCAl inForMAtion.With your caregiver, it’s important to share your medical history and any prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, vitamins or herbal supplements you are taking. Keep up-to-date medical information cards handy for each family member and bring them with you to the hospital.

tAke noteS.In an emergency, it’s sometimes difficult to remember your doctor’s name or instructions you are given. Bring a pad and paper with you to take notes and give you something to refer back to.

bring SoMetHing to reAd.If your injury is non-life threatening, sometimes you may experience a wait before being seen. Bring something to read to help relieve anxiety and make time pass more quickly. If you have a child with you, bring books or toys.

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ould you continue to let your child try to deal with issues that made each

day a struggle with everything from social, academics, self-esteem, behavior, and much more? The parents of one young man contin-ued to search for a way to make these kinds of issues go away for their son. They found hope in a program that has helped him make significant improvements in many areas and here is their story.

Nick’s journey to Brain Balance was a few years in the making. His mother, Marge, read Dr. Robert Meillio’s book, Disconnected Kids when it was first published. She was very in-trigued by his concept of treating the whole child and the connection between the central nervous system and the brain. When the center opened in their first location, she attended one of the free parent seminars. Being impressed by the presentation she discussed what she found with Rick, Nick’s father. He was a little skeptical and wanted to follow the advice of the developmental pediatrician. The physician wanted to keep Nick in traditional speech and OT. So, they continued the traditional thera-pies and did everything they could to supple-ment the therapies at home. Nick’s ninth birth-

day brought some unexpected news. While re-qualifying for special education services at school, his parents were surprised with sev-eral of the findings. His IEP meeting was ex-tremely emotional as it contradicted most of his previous testing. At this point Marge told her husband Rick that they needed to go back to Brain Balance but this time, he needed to hear the parent presentation. A presentation was being held the next day and they were

both there. Once the lecture was completed, they signed Nick up for an evaluation. Going home in the car, Rick told his wife he should have listened to her the first time she first at-tended a lecture. This was the place that was really going to help Nick.

The Brain Balance Program® is an individual-ized and comprehensive approach to helping children with neurobehavioral and learning

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difficulties. This center-based program typical-ly involves child ages 4-17. Some of these chil-dren have a specific diagnosis while others do not but their parents were seeking a program to support concerns they were having. This non-medical program uses a multi-modal approach to address foundational issues called Function-al Disconnection Syndrome. The founder Dr. Robert Melillo is an internationally known lec-turer, author, educator, researcher and clinician in the areas of neurology, rehabilitation, neuro-psychology and neurobehavioral disorders in children. He’s also an expert in nutrition with more than 20 years of clinical experience.

As the Brain Balance of Suwanee Center Di-rector, Jennifer Callahan Williams, uses her previous experience as a special education teacher and her personal experience with the program to support the children and connect with the families she works with in the center. As a former special education teacher, Jenni-fer feels an obligation to bring the hemispheric concepts of the Brain Balance program to the teachers of the students in the program. “If we work as a team we can make a difference.”

She has completed courses in Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurobehavioral Disorders of Childhood by Dr. Robert Melillo with the Car-rick Institute. She also continues her profes-sional development by attending neurology conferences and seminars on clinical nutri-tion. “When you put your heart, mind, and en-ergy into making a change things do happen! I want every child we have in our program to feel successful, strong, and confident enough to seek the plan that was set for them. I want them to be a part of the success stories I have the privilege to hear every day.” She can relate to the parents she works with, the student’s struggles that are seen in the center, and the teacher’s of these students. “I was very excited for Nick and his family when they enrolled in the program. I wanted him to be the best he

could be and I knew there was a tremendous amount of potential for positive changes that would impact his entire life.” Nick was enrolled in the Brain Balance pro-gram for 2 twelve-week sessions. Nick’s mother recalls how very nervous he was for his first session but that went away almost im-mediately. “He couldn’t wait to get to there. As soon as he got off the bus at home, he would tell me to hurry up, he didn’t want to be late to Brain Balance. We could see changes almost as fast. They were subtle at first but as he progressed, so did the changes.” During the program families are updated on their child’s progress on a regular basis. “As parents we liked the way information is presented, you don’t need an MD next to your name to ex-plain the findings or understand them. It isn’t just taking your child to some kind of therapy and sitting in the waiting room. You learn what needs to be done at home to keep the mo-mentum. I admit, it isn’t always easy, but you are a part of the program.” Nick’s older sis-ter, Kathryn, also got involved with the home program. She joined Nick in his exercises. It helped her understand and connect with her brother in another way. Nick’s mom still car-ries business cards for Brain Balance in her purse. “I would refer any parent to the center for help with their child. But I will also tell them that it isn’t that “magic bullet” to “cure” your child. She recommends staying on top of it and continuing with a healthy lifestyle of the right foods and physical activity.

We were already aware of how dietary chang-es could help with developmental delays, as Nick was placed on a wheat free diet around the age of 4. I had done a lot of research on the Internet and eventually took him to an al-lergist and asked that they run the blood pan-els for IGG. It took a lot of convincing for the doctor to agree, as many physicians didn’t believe that there was a connection to devel-opmental delays and food allergies or sensi-tivities. The results showed that wheat was an issue for him. Considering his diet consisted of any kind of cracker (especially goldfish), hamburgers, pasta and some fruit, it was a challenge at first.

Mrs. Casper states, “We didn’t tell anyone that Nick had been enrolled. We wanted an unbiased opinion from them. At the end of the year party, Nick’s teachers raved at the changes they had seen. They told us he was a different kid. It was at that moment, we truly knew that the Brain Balance protocol was the right decision!”

The rates of diagnosed Autism cas-es continue to climb and the CDC now reports that the numbers of children in the US is 1:88 children! Autism is the fastest growing de-velopmental disability and has an annual growth of 10-17%. The cost of living for a person with Autism is 3.2 million dollars per person over their lifetime. This cost goes to cover therapies, counselors, tu-tors, doctor visits, treatments, nu-tritionist, medications, and the list goes on! Improving the areas of the brain that control functions related to the symptoms will improve the child’s overall functioning as the symptoms reduce in turn relieving the stressors that weigh heavily not only on the parents but the siblings of a child with Autism.

Call now for a free phone consultation with Center Director Jennifer Williams or Assistant Director Lisa Carrusca to see if your child is a candidate for an assessment.

Brain Balance Suwanee780 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Suite 400Suwanee, GA 30024 770-614-4790

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Prostate cancer will affect one in every six men this year. that’s nearly 8,000 men in georgia.

UNDersTANDING PrOsTATe CANCer sCreeNING

Prostate cancer will affect one in every six men this year. That’s nearly8,000meninGeorgia.Itisthemostcommoncancerfoundin American men, other than skin cancer. Unfortunately, it’s not a health topic that men like to discuss, or even think about.

Early detection is key in successfully treating many cancers. For men diagnosed with prostate cancer, new research and improved treatment plans are yielding better outcomes and enabling patients to continue enjoying active, productive lives.

PROSTATE CANCER SCREENINGTypical prostate screenings include a rectal exam and a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. If a suspicious lump or area is found during the rectal exam, or if a PSA test reveals higher-than–normal results, a biopsy of the prostate may be performed to confirm if cancer is present.

TO SCREEN OR NOT TO SCREENIn 2011, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF), released recommendations discouraging the use of routine PSA testing for prostate cancer, asserting that the PSA blood test often produces false-positive results which lead to over treatment and negative psychological side effects.

Northside Hospital, however, agrees with prostate cancer screening guidelines established by the American Urological Association – that the PSA test is important in diagnosing prostate cancer at an early, more treatable stage in the course of the disease.

Avoid confusion by seeking guidance from the physician who knows you best, and talk about if screening for prostate cancer is right for you.

STARTING THE DISCUSSIONMen, at average risk for developing prostate cancer, should begin these talks at age 50. Talks should begin at age 45 for men at high risk, including African-American men and men with a first-degree relative (father, brother, son), who was diagnosed younger than age 65. Men, who have several first-degree relatives, who had prostate cancer at an early age, should discuss the pros and cons of early screening with their physician, beginning at age 40.

AvAILABLE TREATMENT OPTIONSEvery case of prostate cancer is unique. Determining the most appropriate type of treatment depends upon a number of factors including the patient’s age, general health status, disease progression (Gleason score) and others. Options include taking a “watchful-waiting approach,” surgery, radiation and hormone therapy. In most cases, prostate cancer grows very slowly, allowing men diagnosed with the disease time to consider all available treatment options.

For more information about prostate cancer and available treatment options available at Northside Hospital, visit www.northside.com.

by Patti Owen, MN, RN, director of oncology services, Northside Hospital

Northside Hospital Forsyth is located at 1100 NorthsideForsyth Drive, Cumming GA.

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However in some individuals the fast heart rate can be due to a ‘short circuiting ‘ of the electrical fibers of the heart.

Flutters in the Night-Be still My Beating heart !

One of the most common reasons for a cardiology consultation is the uncomfortable sensation of ones own heart beat either pausing, skipping or even racing. These are often most notable at night or when we are resting on our left side. Symptoms also include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness and lightheadedness.

Capturing these events is the key to making a diagnosis. Frequent events can be picked up on an EKG, stress test or a 24-hr holter monitor. Rare events may require a four week event monitor or even an implantable loop recorder that stays active for up to three years.

Pauses (bradycardia) can be caused by certain medications that slow down the heart rate or following an extra beat when the heart rhythm must reset itself. A pause greater than three seconds may require a pacemaker to prevent fainting episodes.

Skip beats are extra heartbeats that can originate in the upper chamber of the heart (PAC – premature atrial contraction) or the lower chamber ( PvC- premature ventricular contraction). While sometimes distressing, even if every other heart beat was a skipped beat no harm would be done. Avoidance of triggers is the key to reducing these episodes. Lack of sleep, dehydration, chronic stress, caffeine, decongestants, antihistamines, energy drinks and weight loss supplements are common causes. Occasionally beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers are used to suppress these extra beats.

A racing heart (heart rate > 100 beats/min) is what concerns doctors the most. Most commonly this is your own natural heart rhythm going fast (sinus tachcardia) . The same triggers as noted above along with anemia, hyperthyroidism and anxiety are often culprits. However in some individuals the fast heart rate can be due to a ‘short circuiting ‘ of the electrical fibers of the heart. This can lead to more serious rhythm disturbance called atrial flutter (AF), atrial fibrillation (AFIB), supraventricular tachycardia (SvT) or ventricular tachycardia (vT). Since these disorders have the potential to make you collapse, longterm rhythm medications and blood thinners ( to prevent strokes) are recommended. In more serious cases a specialized catheter-guided burning procedure called an ‘ablation’ can be performed or an electical shock can be delivered through a defibrillator to reset the heart rhythm.

Yoga, meditation, deep breathing and regular aerobic exercise all help to control your heart rate but if those fluttering persist, let us help quieten them down!

By NARENDRA SINGH, MD, FRCP(C), FACC, FAHA

Dr. Narendra Singh, MD FRCPC FACC FAHA studied at the Dalhousie Medical School in Halifax Nova Scotia and went on to complete a residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Toronto. He is the Director of Clinical Research at Atlanta Heart Specialist.

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Understanding ADD/ADhD & Neuro-Developmental Disorders

[ by Julia Lott, M.S., R.D., L.D. ] [ by John C. Thomas, DC ]

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Sugar is a form of carbohydrate. The term sugar is normally used to define monosaccharides and disaccharides. Monosaccharides include glucose, ga-lactose, and fructose. Disaccharides include sucrose, lactose, maltose, and trehalose. Its main use is to improve flavor of foods and beverages and it is used to alter the functional properties of food, such as providing viscosity, texture, body, and improving browning capacity.

There are two types of sugars that we eat, natural-ly occurring and added sugars. Examples of

naturally occurring sugars are lactose in milk and fructose in fruit. Added sug-

ars include sugars and syrups that are added to food during processing or preparation. The main sources of added sugars are soft drinks, cakes, cookies, pies, fruit punch, and candy. The American Heart As-sociation’s Nutrition Committee states that the average American

consumes 400 calories from added sugars each day, the equivalent of 22

teaspoons worth. The USDA suggests that women consume no more than 140

calories and men no more than 260 calo-ries from added sugars each day (calories may

vary according to physical activity).

Many of the foods that are high in added sugar have empty calories. Consume these foods sparingly. Regular consumption of these foods can lead to weight gain. When it comes to naturally occurring sugars, try to eat an abundance of fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy foods even though they contain sugar. These foods are rich in nutrients. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 recommends to consume more fruits and vegetables, fat-free and low-fat dairy products and to consume few foods with added sugars.

Unfortunately, the Nutrition Facts Label does not differentiate between natu-ral and added sugar. Therefore, it’s important to become a well-informed consumer. It’s essential to always read the ingredients list on a food package. If the package has any of the following words: brown sugar, corn sweetener, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, fruit juice concentrate, glucose, high-fructose corn syrup, honey, invert sugar, lactose, maltose, molasses, raw sugar, su-crose, syrup and table sugar, then the product has added sugar.

At Fresh ‘n Fit Cuisine TM we always account for sugar in our nutrition information and include it in our carbohydrate amounts. We encourage to carefully read all ingredients listed on a food package – the more you know, the better choices you will make.

Most people view Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), hyperactivity and learning disabilities as behavioral problems or psychological issues. However, these disorders are actually a complex net of neurological, immunological and nutritional problems.

ADD, ADHD, hyperactivity disorders, etc. are just la-bels, and not good ones. They place expectations on a child that they often will live up or down to. Tradition-al diagnoses of ADD and ADHD are understandable, but they do not tell us what to do to find the mechanism of the child’s behavioral problem, in order to balance, im-prove and or correct it.

The behavioral problems stem from neurological and metabolic imbalances. It is not that these are socially dysfunctional children; their behavior is a result of multiple functional imbalances. The latest research is clear on what causes most behavioral problems and that is an electrical imbalance between the two sides of the brain. This is called the Functional Disconnection Syndrome (FDS). Here’s how it works. The brain has two completely different sides with completely dif-ferent functions which need to be coordinated for the whole brain to work in a balanced fashion. These two sides of the brain must fire at an equal frequency for us (humans) to be normal. If one side fires less than the other (due to trauma, severe emotional stresses, virus, infections, inflammations, etc.) then that part of the brain will express less function and less ability to express itself.

In many behavioral children, the right side of the brain is deficient. The right side of the brain houses our social skills, likes soft music and sounds, houses the stop mechanism of our brain, is the “sad” side of our brain, controls body awareness, concentration and self-control. The left side of this child’s brain likes rote memorization; it’s where our “academic” skills reside; it likes loud noises, flickering lights (think computers, TV), sameness and repetition. Note that while this is a very basic description of the brains hemisphere functions, it should serve to educate in this scenario.

Going back to the functional disconnection syndrome, we can see very quick-ly what happens in the ADD, ADHD, learning and behavioral disabled child. Something occurs to cause the brain to “disconnect” the wiring between the two brain hemispheres and in this example, the right brain becomes weakened and not working very well while the left brain becomes dominant. This produces a child who likes TV, video games, computers and all things loud (left brain). They interrupt, due to the right-sided weakened social skills. They perseverate, doing the same things over and over again (left brain). They like routines, ritu-als (left brain). They have a good memory (left brain) usually they have poor social skills (weak right brain), poor body awareness (weak right brain) cannot concentrate (right brain) have tantrums (right brain) and cannot control them-

Not all sugARs are bAd

Julia Lott has a Master of Science in Nutrition and a BBA in Marketing from Georgia State University. She enjoys creating meals that are both nutritious and delicious to health conscious individuals. She may be reached at 678-208-0341.

Dr. John C Thomas, DC, DAAIM is clinic director of Integrated Healthcare of Georgia. For more information he can be reached at 678-456-9122 or visit www.integratedhealthcaregeorgia.com

one hundred and fifty-six pounds. that’s how much added sugar Americans consume each year on a per capita basis, according to the u.s. department of Agriculture (usdA). imagine it: 31 five-pound bags for each of us.



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Niki Jernigan-Watkins, recently recognized as a Next Generation Business Leader in Forsyth, has much to celebrate. The founder of Cumming Dance Academy, Inc., recently opened the doors to their new division and location. CDA, as it’s most commonly known, has led thousands of young dancers in Forsyth, Fulton, Dawson counties and surrounding areas to love the

art of dance and performance.

CDA has been voted “Best Dance Studio” in Forsyth County for three consecutive years (2009-2011) by readers of My Forsyth Magazine and has been the host to Valdosta State University’s dance major auditions for the last five years.

With two major theatrical productions a year, Holiday and End of Season, performers with CDA get a professional experience of what performing with a master company is like; yet all the while enjoying and having fun while performing. CDA II Performance Academy will be a place to encourage and enhance the “Performance” aspects of each rising star; from a recreational dancer who simply wants to learn more about performing in front of people to the serious performer who is interested in a career on the stage professionally.

“Offering more in-depth dance technique classes as well as Vocal, Acting, Triple-Threat, Broadway Jazz, Musical Theater, Boys Tap Classes, to list a few; we are now able to reach the needs of all students – whether the student is only interested in a one hour per week class or is interested in more intense training,” Jernigan-Watkins explains.

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CDA II is located at 230 Elm Street, Suites 100 and 200 in Downtown Cumming. Jernigan-

Watkins says her dream of opening a studio simply began

with her love of dance and children. “I am

incredibly blessed to work with such an incredible group of

women who not only share my love of dance,

but realize that often times, we are teaching far more than dance.

Our goal for CDA has always been to

encourage self-esteem and confidence by

providing a loving place to grow as a dancer,”

adds Jernigan-Watkins.

Now OpenCDA II is Open!

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You’re writing a book. You’re using other materials as sources. But have you considered your right to use the material? Book publishing is a whole different world from those days of school research papers, when you could quote away and just throw a bibliography at the end. There are many myths out there about using material from another source in your own work: • “If I cite the source of the material then it’s okay to use it.” • “If I use 200 words or less it’s okay to use it without getting permission.” • “I’ll just paraphrase the text from the other source whenever I use it.”

You may have heard writers say they can use content without permis-sion because of something called “fair use.” The distinction between fair use of another’s content and infringement is not easily defined. De-termination of whether or not a use falls under “fair use” is based on several factors, including: the purpose and character of the use (for-profit or educational use); the nature of the copyrighted work; the amount used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and the effect of that use on the potential market for, or value of, the copyrighted work.

Illustrations, tables, text, and music created by others are the most common materials that require permission. Paraphrasing copyrighted content does not exclude you from being in violation. The Chicago

Manual of Style, the style man-ual most commonly used in book publishing, refers to extensively paraphrased work being treated as “disguised copying.”

Always double-check material you are quot-ing for accuracy. Limit the use of others’ content, and get permission whenever possible. Always cite any information that is not from your own source of knowledge, but remember that simply citing does not protect you from violating copyright. Consult your editor and publish-ing support provider. When in doubt, contact the source of the informa-tion you want to use and ask for permission. That extra step can mean avoiding thousands of dollars in fines, or even jail time, if you’re found to have willfully committed copyright infringement.

Ahmad Meradji is President and CEO of Book-logix Publishing Services in Alpharetta. He can be reached at 770-346-9979 or by email at [email protected]. BookLogix offers free educational publishing workshops/webi-nars. Visit BookLogix.com for a schedule.

Copyright infringement[ by Ahmad Meradji ]

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSBig Creek Elementary1994 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 887-4584Principal: Sherri [email protected] Elementary2980 Vaughan Drive, (678) 965-5060Principal: Kathie [email protected],ga.usChattahoochee Elementary2800 Holtzclaw Road, (770) 781-2240Principal: Barbara [email protected] Elementary6945 Keith Bridge Road, Gainesville(770) 887-2341Principal: Polly [email protected] Mountain Elementary3455 Coal Mountain Drive, (770) 887-7705Principal: Debbie [email protected] Elementary540 Dahlonega Street, (770) 887-7749Principal: Pam [email protected] Creek Elementary3740 Melody Mizer Lane, (770) 888-1223Principal: Eric [email protected] Creek Elementary2555 Echols Road, (678) 965-5070Principal: Dr. Amy [email protected] Creek Elementary6205 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee(678) 965-5041Principal: Alyssa [email protected] Elementary3777 Samples Road, (770) 889-1630Principal: Tracey [email protected] Elementary7455 Wallace Tatum Road, (678) 455-4500Principal: Charley [email protected] Elementary4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta(770) 475-6670Principal: Todd [email protected] Elementary1616 Canton Highway, (770) 887-6161Principal: Dr. Eileen [email protected] Bridge Elementary600 James Burgess Road, Suwanee(770) 887-1883 Principal: Donna [email protected]

Sharon Elementary3595 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee(770) 888-7511Principal: Amy [email protected]

Shiloh Point Elementary8145 Majors Road, (678) 341-6481Principal: Rebecca [email protected]

Sliver City Elementary6200 Dahlonega Highway, (678) 965-5020Principal: Paige [email protected]

vickery Creek Elementary6280 Post Road, (770) 346-0040Principal: Kristan [email protected]

Whitlow Elementary3655 Castleberry Road, (678) 965-5090Principal: Lynne [email protected]

MIDDLE SCHOOLSLakeside Middle2565 Echols Road, (678) 965-5080Principal: Debbie [email protected]

Liberty Middle7465 Wallace Tatum Road, (770) 781-4889Principal: Connie [email protected]

Little Mill Middle6800 Little Mill Road, (678) 965-5000Principal: Connie [email protected]

North Forsyth Middle3645 Coal Mountain Drive, (770) 889-0743Principal: Jeff [email protected]

Otwell Middle605 Tribble Gap Road, (770) 887-5248Principal: Steve [email protected]

Piney Grove Middle8135 Majors Road, (678) 965-5010Principal: Terri [email protected]

Riverwatch Middle610 James Burgess Road, Suwanee(678) 455-7311Principal: Kathy [email protected]

South Forsyth Middle2865 Old Atlanta Road, (770) 888-3170Principal: Sandy [email protected]

vickery Creek Middle6240 Post Road, (770) 667-2580Principal: Kathy [email protected]

HIGH SCHOOLSForsyth Central High520 Tribble Gap Road, (770) 887-8151Principal: Rudy [email protected]

Lambert High School805 Nichols Road, (678) 965-5050Principal: Dr. Gary [email protected]

North Forsyth High3635 Coal Mountain Drive, (770) 781-6637Principal: Beth [email protected]

South Forsyth High585 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 781-2264Principal: Jeff [email protected]

West Forsyth High4155 Drew Road, (770) 888-3470Acting Principal: Betty [email protected]

PRIVATE SCHOOLSCovenant Christian Academy6905 Post Road, (770) 674-2990Headmaster: Johnathan Arnoldwww.covenantrams.com

Fideles Christian School1390 Weber Industrial Drive, (770) 888-6705Directors: Jonny and Ellen Whisenantwww.fideles.net

Friendship Christian School3160 Old Atlanta Road, (678)845-0418Vice-Principal: Butch Quinnwww.friendshipchristianschool.us

Horizon Christian Academy(K-6) 2160 Freedom Parkway(7-12) 433 Canton Road(678) 947-3583, (678) 947-0711Headmaster: Heather Marshallwww.horizonchristian.org

Ivy League Montessori School1791 Kelly Mill Road, (770) 781-5586School Director: Becky Cartywww.ilmsnet.com

Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs2830 Old Atlanta Road, (770) 205-6277Head of School, Kathy Lindamanwww.montessoriacademygeorgia.com

Montessori at vickery6285 Post Road, (770) 777-9131Head of School, Kathy Lindamanwww.montessorivickery.com

Montessori Kids of Cumming3034 Old Atlanta Road, (678) 208-0774Head of School, Charlotte Pixleywww.montessoricumming.com

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Growing up in The South is a special experience, a unique experience, a wonderful experience – a priv-ilege. It is more than where you are born, lov-ing fried chicken, sweet tea, SEC football and country music. It is being hospitable, devoted to front porches, blooming flowers (espe-cially azaleas and magnolias), cobblers (the eating kind – not shoe-makers), coca-cola and each other. We don’t become Southern – we are born that way.

In The South, neighbors are like family – friendly, nosy and talkative. Southerners never use one word when ten or twenty will do. Our way of thinking about things is a little differ-ent too – if something intolerable can’t be changed by shooting it or driving it away, we will not only learn to tolerate it, but will eventually take pride in it too. A few things are especially revered in the South – God, the United States of America, the Flag, and Family – disrespect one of those and you will find yourself in trouble. The South is a place where roots, places, the Good Book, family and tradition are the essence of our identity.

Southerners can claim kin with anybody. “Kin” is a little different than “rela-tives”. Family is made up of Relatives, Kin and In-Laws (or Out-Law if you don’t like them). Relatives are blood – you can’t choose them, they are born into the family. You don’t have to like ‘em, but you love ‘em because they are blood. In-Laws or Out-Laws marry into a family. Kin are the people you choose to add to your family – best friends, military family, church family, neighbors, widows and orphans – anybody you want to call family. I love to see the look of confusion on faces when you claim a sister or brother when your mom just told someone she only has one child, or you are obviously from different parents because your skin color is not the same!

In the Bible, we are told in Leviticus 19:18, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 22:37–39, Mark 12:30–31, Luke 10:27, Romans 13:9, Galatians 5:14 and James 2:8 to love your neighbor as yourself. Southerners take that directive very seriously – “just being neighborly” is what it is called. Jesus also directed us to love one another and to take care of each other, reminding us in Matthew 25:40 that whenever we help someone, we are helping Him: just as you did to the least of these, you did to me.

For a woman born in The South, there comes additional education and etiquette that is a mystery to all others. That additional education will be the topic in next month’s article, so watch for the next edition of My Forsyth to learn all there is to know about Southern Women!

Neida Streit is the Director of Communications at Cumming First United Methodist Church. She may be reached at 770-887-2900 or [email protected]

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[ by Neida Streit ]

Rev. Nancy Johnson is a resident of Cumming, Georgia and the pastor of Christ United Meth-odist Church in Roswell. More of her writing can be found on her blog A Feast for the Soul at soul-feast.blogspot.com. She can be reached at [email protected].

I love a good feast. Like many of us, I like food a lot. Not surprisingly, I also think that more is better. I love the imagery of dishes filling a table, piled high with delicious treats and mouthwatering indulgences. More important than the food itself, though, are the people who will be gathered around that table. Friends and family come together for an extravagant meal. The word “feast” suggests abundance, plenty to go around.

Food means a lot of things to a lot of people. For many of us, it is an enjoyable certainty around which people come together and happiness is shared. Occasionally, it is too much of a good thing, for which we need better (healthier) and probably a little bit less. For some, it is a desperately needed source of nourishment; a hoped for blessing for continued living. For all of us, food is sustenance, the thing that keeps us going.

This is probably why, in some traditions of the Christian faith, we speak of Christ as our Feast. We say this most often around the sacrament of Holy Communion, a practice in which bread and wine (or grape juice) represent the body and blood of Christ. Granted, this can seem icky if you think about it too literally. Communion, however, is the invitation toknowJesusandtoreceivethesustenanceweareofferedthroughourfaithandthatwecanacceptintoourlives.JohnWesleycalledHolyCommunion, or the Eucharist, a “converting ordinance” meaning that even those who have no faith can find it through an experience with Jesusthatwecantasteaswellasseeandtouch.

Jesus is the host of the banquet of ourlives. Whether we recognize it or not, God has given us an entire world to use, enjoy and consume at a healthy level. We have been given lives filled with variety. Through work, relationships, play and prayer we have much to enjoy. The greatest way to enjoy the feast is to know the Savior who prepared it, who caused it – and us – to come from nothing, and to love that Savior as we share the abundance with our neighbors. After all, there is plenty to go around!

[ by Nancy Johnson ]christ, our Feast


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IdentIty theft. According to Wikipedia, “Identity theft occurs when someone uses

your personally identifying information, like your name, Social Security number,

or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.” Something I definitely want to avoid.

But there is a part of my identity that I DO want others to desire. It’s not my name or credit card number, but a relationship with the veryOnewho createdme - Jesus

Christ. This relationship has life-changing power, and is freely avail-

able to everyone. Do you want to know more?

My identity in Christ includes a very impressive list of adjectives. According to Ephesians 1:3-7

* I’m blessed (v.3) * I’m chosen (v.4) * I’m adopted (v.5) * I’m accepted (v.6) * I’m redeemed (v.7) * I’m forgiven (v.7)

All of these words reflect the love of the Heavenly Father. The Heavenly Father who loved each one of us enough to send His Son to die on the cross to pay our sin debt. His Word makes it clear that he wants every person to experience a relationship with him, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begot-ten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life,”(John3:16;KJV).Butthechoiceisours.

Are you tired of living for yourself? Do you desire a new identity – one that in-cludes a relationship with your Creator? You can begin that relationship today: * Admit you’re a sinner (Romans 3:23; 6:23) *RealizeyourneedforaSavior(Romans5:8) *BelievethatJesuspaidyoursindebt,andcallonHimtosaveyou (Romans 10:9-10)

Enjoy your new identity in Christ and make the most of every opportunity to share him with others!

Maria Morgan is a freelance writer and a Cumming resident. Visit her on the web @ www.mariaimorgan.blog-spot.com

[ by Maria I. Morgan ]

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Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for your love for me. I’m so thank-ful for the opportunity to have a relationship with you. Help me to live out my identity in you, so others have a desire to know you too. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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NON-DENOMINATIONALEastgate Church2820 Brookwood Road, Cumming770-888-8852Sunday Morning Worship Times: 9:00 & 11:00 amWednesday Night services 7:00 pmPastors: David & Robin Houtsmawww.eastgatechurch.org

BAPTISTAntioch Baptist Church2465 Antioch Road(770) 887-6900Sunday School: 10 a.m.Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.AWANA: Sunday at 6 p.m.Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.Pastor: Travis Bridgemanwww.welcometoantioch.org

Cumming Baptist Church115 Church Street, (770) 205-6699Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Sunday Worship service: 10:50 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Barry Crockerwww.cummingbaptist.net

First Baptist Cumming1597 Sawnee Drive, (770) 887-2428Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. ContemporaryWorship Service & Bible Fellowship Groups 11 a.m. Traditional Worship Ser-vice & Bible Fellowship GroupsWednesday: 6:15 p.m. AWANAPastor: Dr. Bob Jollywww.firstbaptistcumming.org

First Redeemer Church2100 Peachtree Parkway, (678) 513-9400Sunday Services:9:15AM – Contemporary Service (Auditorium)10:45AM – Blended Service (Auditorium)9:00AM & 10:45AM; 6:30PM Bible FellowshipPastor, Dr. Richard G. Lee, Founding Pastorwww.firstredeemer.org

Greater Heights Baptist Church3790 Post Road, (770) 887-4802Sunday School: 10 a.m.Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.Sunday Evening: 5 p.m.Wednesday Evening & AWANA: 7 p.m.Pastor: Chris Grinsteadwww.ghbcc.org

Longstreet Baptist Church6868 Campground Road, (770) 889-1959www.longstreetchurch.comSunday School: 10 a.m.Worship Service: 11 a.m.Wednesday night adult and youth activities

North Lanier Baptist Church829 Atlanta Highway, (770) 781-5433Church service times:9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Bible Studies11 a.m. Celebration Worship Service(main auditorium)Hispanic Service is at 10:30 a.m. in our Activities Center.

Refuge Baptist Church3525 Pilgrim Mill Road, (678) 807-7746Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m.Wednesday Prayer Service: 7 p.m.www.refugebaptistchurch.org

EPISCOPALSt. Columba’s Church939 James Burgess Road, Suwanee,(770) 888-4464Wednesday Services: 6:30 p.m.Saturdays Service: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Service: 7:45, 9 & 11:15 a.m.Rector: Father Tripp NorrisCurate: Father Daron Vroonwww.saintcolumba.net

The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit724 Pilgrim Mill Road, (770) 887-8190Services: Thursdays 12 noon, Sundays 8:30and 10:45 a.m.Rector: Keith Oglesbywww.episcopalholyspirit.org

GREEK ORTHODOxSaints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church3074 Bethelview Rd., (770) 781-5250Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10 AMPastor: Fr. Barnabas Powellwww.stsrni.org

LUTHERANLiving Faith Lutheran Church, LCMS103 Buford Dam Road, (770) 887-0184Sunday School: 9:00am, all agesSunday Worship: 10:15am, 12:30pm (Korean)Wednesday Evening Fellowship Meal 6:00pmBible Study for all ages 7:00pmPastor Tim Droegemuelleremail: livingfaithoffice@bellsouth.netwww.livingfaithlutheran.comfacebook/livingfaithlutheranchurch

Christ The King Lutheran Church(Evangelical Lutheran Church In America)1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd.Cumming, Ga. 30041 , 770-889-5328ctklutheran.comSunday Worship Service 8:15 AM Traditional9:30 AM Contemporary11:00 AM Traditional1:00 PM HispanicSunday School 9:30 AM

OTHER CHURCHESCastle Christian Church3149 Old Atlanta Road, Suwanee(678) 648-5248www.castlechristianchurch.comSunday Worship: 10 a.m.Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.Senior Minister: Jason [email protected]

Family By Faith Worship Center4805 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta (MidwayElementary School), (678) 230-4800Small Groups: 9:30 a.m.Worship: 10:30 a.m.Nursery availablePastor: Randy Grimeswww.familybyfaith.com

First Christian Church1270 Sawnee Dr., Cumming, (770) 887-5542Pastor Stan Percivalwww.fccga.org

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints510 Brannon Road, Cumming, GA(678) 455-5290 - Hall PhoneWorship Service: 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pmVisitors WelcomeNursery available

LifePoint Christian Church3140 Old Atlanta RoadCumming, GA 30041Sunday Small Groups: 9:00 a.m.Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Childcare availablePastor: Chris Stovallwww.lifepoint.org

NewSong Community Church433 Canton Road, Suite 306, Located across from Ingles, behind the National Guard in Building 300, (770) 888-5212Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.Pastor Case Koolhaaswww.newsongweb.org

Rameshori Buddhist Center130 Allen Road, Unit BSandy Springs, 30328 , (404) 255-1585

PRESBYTERIANDeer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church7620 Lanier Drive, (770) 887-6801Sunday School all ages: 9:45 amSunday Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m.Childcare availablePastor: John S. Martinwww.deercreekshores.orgemail: [email protected]

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Chalcedon Presbyterian Church302 Pilgrim Mill Road, 770-205-9390www.chalcedon.org | www.rpcus.comSunday Worship: 11:00 amPastor, Dr. Joseph C. Morecraft, III.

Parkway Presbyterian Church5830 Bethelview Road, (678) 889-8694www.parkway-chruch.orgTraditional Worship: Sundays 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship: Sundays11:00 a.m.Brazilian Ministry Sunday Services: 7:00 p.m.(The service is in Portuguese.)Rev. Bill Ford, Senior PastorRev. Cido Araujo, Assoc. Pastor of Brazil-ian Ministries

Parkway Church5830 Bethelview Road, (770) 889-8694(½ mile west of GA 400 exit 13)Sunday Traditional Service: 9 a.m.Sunday Contemporary Service: 11 a.m.Childcare available for both servicesSenior Pastor: Bill Fordwww.parkway-church.orgemail: [email protected]

The vine Community Church4655 Bethelview Road, (678) 990-9395Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m.Wednesday: Middle and High School youthmeet at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m.Pastor: Jon Adamswww.thevinecommunitychurch.com

ROMAN CATHOLICChurch of Good Shepherd3740 Holtzclaw Road (770) 887-9861Mass: Saturday Vigil, 5 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9 & 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon; 5:30 p.m. Spanish Mass, 1:30 p.m.Weekdays: 9 a.mPastor: Father Frankwww.goodshepherdcumming.com

St. Brendan Catholic Church4633 Shiloh Road, (770) 205-7969Mass: Saturday Vigil: 5 p.m.Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.Spanish Mass: 1 p.m. Weekdays: 8:30 a.m.Pastor: Fr. Matthew Van Smoorenburg, LCParochial Vicars: Fr. Joseph Ramos, LC and Fr. Juan Guerra, LCwww.stbrendansatl.com

UNITED METHODISTBethelview United Methodist Church4525 Bethelview Road, (770) 887-4888Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.www.bethelview.net (child care available)Pastor: Rev. Deborah Griffith

Cumming First United Methodist Church770 Canton Highway, (770) 887-2900Sunday Services: 9 a.m. at Bald Ridge Marina9:51 a.m. Contemporary Servicewww.cfumcga.com (Child care available)Sunday Hispanic/Latino Worship: 12 noonWednesday Communion Service: 12 noonSenior Pastor: Rev. John L. Cromartie, Jr.

Lanier United Methodist Church1979 Buford Highway, (770) 887-0615Sunday Traditional Service: 8:45 a.m.Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Contem-porary Praise Service: 11 a.m.Nursery available for both servicesPastor: Ted Miller • www.lanierumc.org

Midway United Methodist Church5025 Atlanta Highway, Alpharetta(770) 475-5230Sunday Traditional Worship: 8:30 a.m.Sunday Children’s Church: 9:30 a.m.Sunday School all ages: 9:30 a.m.Sunday Contemporary Worship: 10:45 a.m.www.midwayumc.org

Piedmont United Methodist Church1170 Dahlonega Highway, (770) 887-0770Sunday ServicesBible Study 10 a.m.Traditional Service 11 a.m.Bible Study 5 [email protected]

OTHER CHURCHESBaha’is of Forsyth County1-800-22-UNITE | www.forsythbahais.org

Crossroads Church of the Nazarene6160 Southard TraceCumming, GA 30040(678) 977 0328www.mycrossroadschurch.net

The economy and debt are dominating the news and most conversations. What are the questions? Who has the answers? How can our nation change its overspending without a massive disruption of the American lifestyle?

Dad taught my sisters and me many practical lessons. When I worked three jobs trying to get ahead he said “Son, you can work a willing horse to death.” To warn me about those with questionable values he said “Remember, they can’t lock ‘em all up.” His marriage advice was “If the two of you have a fuss your mother and I are going to take her side. You can’t come back home.”

Itwas1959andIwastheexcitednewownerofa1948Chevrolet.Isurprisedmy parents by getting up earlier, doing my chores, eating breakfast and getting to school a half an hour sooner. Finding a parking place where I could see my car from the homeroom meant being first in the parking lot. Quickly the student parking lot filled with hot rods from the ‘30’s, a few Studebakers, lots of ‘55, ‘56 and ‘57 Chevys, one Corvette, some ‘50’s Fords, Plymouths and Dodges and of course, my 11 year old Chevrolet. The vW and Morris Minor in the teacher’s lot were the only foreign cars.

My parents taught me the value of hard work by example. Many of my friends got new cars. Some got their parent’s ’55 or ’57 Chevrolet when theyboughtanewmodelbutIgotaloanfor$185whichIcouldpayback

from my soda fountain job paychecks. Dad helped me buy a car I could afford. That made sense. Often, when I made my car payment he gave me back some of the money to spend on a date. If I tried to pay the extra money back he said “We are family, we don’t count pennies”. I sold the car to go to college and dad forgave the balance. I learned the money lesson he was teaching.

Listening as I expressed my disappointment towards a friend who avoided me after I had co-signed on his hospital bill, Dad asked if I had read Proverbs 6:1-5; 22:26-27? These Scriptures question why one person should suffer for another’s debts. Have we co-signed for European nations who scoff at our free enterprise system? They brag about their progressive idea of a month’svacationinJuly,retirementbefore60andunaffordablesocializedmedicine. Why should we, through international organizations, rescue those despising our democratic form of government?

Solomon, asked God for wisdom (I Kings 3:5-15). Using this wisdom he built a powerful army, conquering the nations around him and ignoring

[ by David Hill ]

Rev. Hill is a Cumming resident and frequent guest preacher at Antioch Baptist Church. Biblical quotes are from the King James Version of the Bible.

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CUMMINg AREA CLUBS ANd ORgANIzATIONSBUSINESS NETWORkINgCentral Forsyth Leads GroupMeeting: Second & fourth Tuesdays 11 a.m. — 1 p.m.Location: The Columns at Pilgrim Mill ApartmentsContact: Nancy Wright, (770) 886-0500 or [email protected]: No fees. Open to all.

Forsyth Network for Business ProfessionalsMeeting: Thursdays 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.Location: New) Bello Italian Restaurant 101 Meadow DriveContact: Tiffany Allen at [email protected] or 770-887-1962Information: $50 membership fee and $10 monthly. Visit twice for free. No occupation overlap. Call first.

Forsyth Business NetworkMeeting: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m.Location: Stars & Strikes, 133 Merchants SquareContact: Cheryl Campbell, [email protected]: There is a membership fee, may visit twice for free.

The Inspiration Network of CummingMeeting: Third Wednesdays from 7 — 8:30 p.m.Location: The Nurturing Nook, 205 Pilgrim Mill RoadContact: Leanne Temple, (678) 965-5969

The Networking SocialMeeting: Mondays 6:00 p.m.Location: The Ridge 1035 Turner Road, Cumming GAContact: Kimberly Starr, 770-313-6546 [email protected]: The Networking Social is about reaching your professional goals by utilizing a personal marketing and relationship networkingapproach. Open to everyone. Visit www.TheNetworkingSocial.com for details.

Member Power Networking LunchMeeting: Every Tuesday at 12 NoonLocation: Various chamber member restaurantsContact: (770) 887-6461 or www.cummingforsythchamber.orgInformation: $15 for members and $30 for non-members

South Forsyth Leads GroupMeeting: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. No fees.Location: Starbucks-141 and Ronald Reagan – John’s Creek, 435 Peachtree Parkway Cumming, GA 30041Contact: Robin Grier (770) 887-2772 [email protected]

Women Who Mean BusinessMeeting: First Tuesday, Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.Location: Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Event’s Facility 513 W. Maple StreetContact: (770) 887-6461Information: Free for members; $30 fornon-members. Register online at www.cummingforsythchamber.org.

CHARITABLE ORgANIzATIONSGeorgia Highlands Medical ServicesContact: (770) 887-1668Information: This is a non-profit Community Health Center (CHC) serving the medical needs of North Georgia since 1979.

Horse Rescue, Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc.Contact: (770) 886-5419Website: www.savethehorses.org

Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill ShelterLocation: 4440 Keith Bridge RoadContact: (770) 887-6480Information: Non-profit, no-kill shelter for cats and dogs.Website: www.forsythpets.org

There’s Hope for the HungryContact: (678) 513-9400Information: Non-profit organization partneringwith churches across North Georgia to feed those in need.Website: www.thereshope.org

Whispering Hope Resource & Pregnancy CenterLocation: 133 Samaritan Drive, Suite 306Information: Non-profit organization dedicatedto informing, educating, and providing anoutstretched hand to women who face anuntimely pregnancy.Contact: (770) 889-8302, [email protected]: www.WhisperingHope.org

CIVIC ORgANIzATIONSDucktown Chapter #460 — Order of the EasternStarMeeting: 2nd & 4th Fridays at 7:30 p.m.Location: 4655 Canton Hwy.Contact: (770) 887-8147

Rotary Club of South ForsythMeeting: Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m.Location: 6300 Polo Club DriveWebsite: www.southforsythrotaryclub.org

pOLITICAL ORgANIzATIONSDemocratic Women of Forsyth CountyMeeting: Second ThursdayLocation: Different restaurants in CummingContact: Mary Chatfield, (770) 887-1106 Facebook page: DWFC GAInformation: Democratic women meet monthlyand the meetings alternate between lunch anddinner meetings with programs.

Forsyth County Democratic PartyMeeting: 2nd Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.Location: CooCoo’s Nest restaurant, corner of Freedom Parkway & Pilgrim Mill Road, CummingContact: Ricia Maxie at [email protected] or Mary Chatfield at (770) 887-1106

RECREATION & HOBBIESCumming Garden ClubContact: (770) 844-7061Meeting: Held second Tuesday of each month from Sept. until May at 10:00 AMInformation: Non-profit organization with the purposes of educating members & the community in gardening, conservation & creative expression.

Cuong Nhu Martial Arts ClubContact: (404) 423-3524Meeting: Every other Wednesday at 7 p.m.Location: Central ParkWebsite: www.meetup.com/North-Atlanta- Cuong-Nhu-Martial-Arts-Club/Information: No fees, open to 16 years +

North Georgia Chess CenterLocation: 2450 Atlanta Hwy. Suite 1401Contact: Joseph or Cathy Couvillion 770-844-9204, [email protected], www.northgachesscenter.comInformation: Call for hours. Membership $15per month or $150 annually. Lessons are alsoavailable.

Piecemakers Quilt GuildMeeting: 2nd Tuesday of each month; 4th Tuesday is “sewcialbee” (community quilts, classes or just getting together)Location: Christ the King Lutheran Church 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, CummingWebsite: www.piecemakersga.netw

SUppORT ORgANIzATIONSAA CummingMeeting: Meets four times dailyLocation: Ingles Shopping Center at 432 Canton Highway (Hwy 20) Second suite on far left.24-hour information line: (770) 886-0696Information: Group of Alcoholics Anonymouslocated in Forsyth CountyWebsite: www.aacummingga.org

Forsyth County Newcomers and Women’s ClubMeeting: Third Thursday of each monthLocation: Windermere Golf ClubContact Mika King, [email protected]: A luncheon with program, manyinterest group activities every week (ladies,mens, couples and singles). Open to all womencurrently living in the county.Website: www.newcomersclubofforsyth.org

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CLUBS, Continued

SCHOOLS, Continued

Holistic Moms Network - Forsyth CountyMonthly meetings with informational speakers, yoga group, play groupsMeeting: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.Location: Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee House 5095 Post Road, CummingContact: Ann Linke at [email protected]: www.holisticmoms.org

Labrador Friends of the South, Inc.Location: PO Box 933, CummingContact: [email protected]: www.labradorfriends.com

Moms Club of Cumming — NorthMonthly meetings with informational speakers, park play days, holiday parties, fieldtrips, playgroups and a monthly MOMS Night Out.Contact: [email protected]: www.momsclub.org

Moms Club of Cumming — SouthwestMeeting: Last Tuesday of each monthContact: http://www.momsclub.org

NAMI Forsyth Dawson LumpkinMeeting: Thursdays, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Location: Forsyth County Family Center 133 Samaritian Dr., Cumming, GAInformation: Two support groups (family & peer) meet every Thurs. except the last when there is a speaker.Contact: [email protected]: www.namifdlga.org

Single Mom MeetingConnect with other single moms, learn about paths to higher education and get links to community resources. Light dinner provided and free on-site childcare/ homework help provided.Meeting: 2nd Thursday every month at 6:30pmLocation: 210 Dahlonega St., Suite 203, CummingContact: Valerie Daniel Faith’s House, Inc. 770-205-6311 website: www.faithshouseinc.org

SMART RecoveryMeeting: Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.Location: Professional Recovery Counseling, LLC. 107 W. Court house Square, Suite 274Website: www.smartrecovery.org

The Country preacher, Continued

Walk Atlanta, Continued (continued from page 15)

God’s instructions to kings (Deuteronomy 17:14-17). He depended on the power of a great army (horses) instead of God. He did not set a moral example to his people when he followed the pagan practice of multiple wives and he put his faith in the accumulation of wealth rather than seeking direction from God. Rehoboam wasn’t blessed with his father’s wisdom. He ignored the older men’s advice to lighten the financial load his father Solomon had placed on the people but instead he listened to his young friends and increased the people’s financial burdens. It divided the nation of Israel (I Kings 12:1-15).

Pinecrest Academy955 Peachtree Parkway, (770) 888-4477Head of School: Fr. Robert Presuttiwww.pinecrestacademy.com

Understanding Add/AdHd & Neuro-developmental disorders (continued from page 30)

Project Walk exceeded all of our expectations. We were very encouraged as Paul and Chris met people who had been told in traditional therapy that they would never walk again, but after being at Project Walk, they were proving them wrong. Our own haunting memory was fresh in our minds of a medical meeting we had with our doctor and several therapists. When we asked, “What they were doing to work our son’s legs?” there was an uncomfortable glance between doctor and therapists, and the response was, “We could work his legs 24/7, but if the brain is not making the connection, it will not make a difference.” The thought was that the human nervous system could not re-organize and improve function below the level of injury.

At Project Walk we found a very different philosophy. We saw with our own eyes the success of the clients at Project Walk and we knew our son needed to continue this therapy, which our insurance would not pay for. Once again, God moved in a big way, and we signed a deal to bring Project Walk to Atlanta! The motto we have inscribed on our hearts is: “Project Walk Atlanta… it’s personal.” It’s personal because we understand firsthand what families are going through after experiencing the devastation of a spinal cord injury. We strongly believe that every person affected by a spinal cord injury deserves the opportunity to receive this kind of therapy. Not only does this intense activity-based therapy give them the best chance for recovery, but it also helps prevent secondary health issues such as pressure sores, blood clots, poor circulation, blood pressure issues, and loss in bone density and pneumonia. Sitting in a wheelchair promotes poor health, reducing the quality of life and the hope of gaining independence. That is why a major portion of our time will be focused on raising awareness for the needs of spinal cord injury patients in order to raise funds to help those whose insurance will not pay for this kind of therapy.

We are humbled and honored to be the Executive Directors of Project Walk Atlanta. We need our community to step in to volunteer their time and to help scholarship clients who have been put in a position where they cannot help themselves. A spinal cord injury can happen to anyone…a daughter, a son, a spouse…anyone. Please partner with us as we help those who have been affected by this traumatic injury. With your help we can change lives!

selves. This is the ADD, ADHD and frankly OCD, Aspergers and Autistic brain patterns.

This is the hallmark of learning disabilities and behavioral problems. It is a brain that is functionally disconnected, or out of balance. Coordination and balance are keys in functional recovery. The bottom line remains; one side of the brain becomes very dominant, the other neglected. Over time if the FDS is not corrected, the neglected side (the weak side) almost never gets better on its own. In fact many times it gets worse.

Modern understanding of the neurology of the brain and the metabolic im-balances that trigger and drive imbalances and prevent them from correcting themselves are well understood; as are the specific individualized nondrug methods for their correction. Unfortunately, very few practitioners utilizing the current models of care have ever heard of the syndrome, know how to recognize it or how to treat it successfully. Finding a practitioner with a back-ground in functional neurology and metabolic work is the first step toward a successful recovery.


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ELECTEd & AppOINTEd OFFICIALS

UniTEd STaTES GoVErnMEnT:President Barack H. Obama (D) (202) 456-14141600 Pennsylvania Avenue, fax: (202) 456-2461Washington, D.C. 20500Website: www.whitehouse.gove-mail: [email protected]

Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521Atlanta Office: 100 Galleria Parkway Suite 1340 GA: (770) 763-9090Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (202) 224-0103Website: www.chambliss.senate.gove-mail: use contact form on website

Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643Atlanta Office: One Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-09993625 Cumberland BoulevardAtlanta, GA 30339Website: www.isakson.senate.gov

Rep. Tom Graves (R), District 9 (202) 225-5211Georgia Office: Wachovia Center GA: (770) 535-2592500 Jesse Jewel Parkway, Suite 301,Gainesville, GA 30503Website: www.tomgraves.house.gov

Rep. Rob Woodall. (R), District 7 (770) 963-2420Email: [email protected]: http://woodall.house.gov

STaTE GoVErnMEnT:Governor Nathan Deal (R) (404) 652-7003Website: www.gov.state.ga.us fax: (404) 652-7123

LT. Governor Casey Cagle (404) 656-5030Website: www.gov.state.ga.us

Senator Jack Murphy (R), District 27 (770) 887-1960e-mail: [email protected] fax: (770) 205-0602

Senator Steve Gooch (R), District 51 (678) 341-6203e-mail: [email protected] fax: (770) 844-5821

Rep. Mark Hamilton (R), District 23 (770) 844-6768e-mail: [email protected]

Rep. Mike Dudgeon (R), District 24 (770) 887-0400e-mail: [email protected]

Rep. Amos Amerson (R), District 9 (404) 657-8534e-mail: [email protected]

ForSyTh CoUnTy GoVErnMEnT:Forsyth County Board of Commissioners110 East Main Street, Suite 210, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-2101Website:www.forsythco.com fax: (770) 781-2199

CoUnTy ManaGErDoug Derrer (770) 781.2101 fax : (770) 781.2199

CoMMiSSionErS:R.J. (Pete) Amos, District 1 (R) (678) 513-5881e-mail: [email protected]

Brian R. Tam, District 2 (R) (678) 513-5882e-mail: [email protected]

Todd Levent, District 3 (R) (770) 781-2101e-mail: [email protected]

Patrick B. Bell, District 4 (R) (678) 513-5884e-mail: [email protected]

Jim Boff, District 5 (R) (678) 513-5885e-mail: [email protected]

ForSyTh CoUnTy SChool SySTEMSuperintendent, Dr. L.C. (Buster) Evans (770) 887-24611120 Dahlonega Highway CummingWebsite: www.forsyth.k12.ga.us

ForSyTh CoUnTy Tax CoMMiSSionErMatthew C. Ledbetter (770) 781-21101092 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040Website: www.forsythco.com

Board oF EdUCaTion:Ann Crow, District 1 (R) (770) 490-6316e-mail: [email protected]

Kristin Morrissey, District 2 (R) (770) 781-5222e-mail: [email protected]

Tom Cleveland, District 3 (R) (770) 657-0810e-mail: [email protected]

Darla Light, District 4 (770) 887-0678e-mail: [email protected]

Nancy Roche, Chairperson, District 5 (R) (770) 889-0229e-mail: [email protected]

CiTy oF CUMMinGMayor Henry Ford GravittCumming City Hall (770) 781-2010100 Main Street, Cumming, GA 30040

Cumming City Council Members: Quincy Holton, Lewis Ledbetter,Ralph Perry, John Pugh and Rupert Sexton

City AdministratorGerald Blackburn (770) 781-2010

City ClerkJeff [email protected]

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION NUMBERS & WEBSITESEmergency — 911

hoTlinES — 24 hoUr hElp linES:Battered Women Hotline (770) 479-1703Poison Control Center — Atlanta (404) 616-9000Outside Metro Atlanta (800) 222-1222Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) (404) 250-KIDSSexual Assault & Family Violence Center (770) 428-2666

MEdiCalNorthside Hospital — Forsyth (770) 844-32001200 Northside Forsyth Drive www.northside.comNeighborhood Healthcare Center (770) 844-74942825 Keith Bridge Road (770) 886-7135Health Department (770) 781-6906428 Canton Highway

FirE and law EnForCEMEnTCity of Cumming Police Department (770) 781-2000301 Veterans Memorial Boulevard www.cummingpd.netForsyth County Fire Department (770) 781-21803520 Settingdown Road www.forsythco.comGeorgia State Patrol (770) 205-5400

liBrariESForsyth County Public Library (770) 781-9840585 Dahlonega Road www.forsythpl.orgHampton Park Library (770) 781-98405345 Settingdown RoadSharon Forks Branch (770) 781-98402810 Old Atlanta Road

parkS and rECrEaTion City of Cumming Main Number: (770) 781-2030410 Pilgrim Mill Road

Central Park Office (770) 781-2215Central Park Recreation Center (678) 455-85402300 Keith Bridge RoadWindermere Park (770) 781- 22153355 Windermere ParkwayFairgrounds (770) 781-3491

235 Castleberry RoadGolf ClubsChestatee Golf Club (706) 216-7336777 Dogwood Way, DawsonvilleCountry Land Golf Course (770) 887-00066560 Mayfield DrivePolo Golf & Country Club (770) 887-76566300 Polo Club DriveWindermere Golf Club (678) 513-10005000 Davis Love Drive

Forsyth County Marinas Habersham Marina (770) 887-5432 2200 Habersham Marina Road Port Royale Marina (770) 887-5715 9200 LanMar Road, Gainesville

yMCa (770) 888-27886050 Y Street

poST oFiCE (770) 886-2388525 Tribble Gap Road

SChoolS See page 36 for complete listing

Forsyth County Board of Education (770) 887-2461www.forsyth.k12.ga.us

UTiliTiES City of Cumming (770) 781-2020

Water & Sewer Forsyth County Water & Sewer Department (770) 781-2160110 East Main Street www.forsythco.comSolid WasteAdvanced Disposal/Eagle Point Landfill (770) 887-60638880 Old Federal Road, Ball Groundwww.advanceddisposal.comOlde Atlanta Recycling LLC (770) 205-69122535 Ivy Street EastWaste Management, Inc. (770) 751-1304774 McFarland Road, Alpharetta www.wm.comRecyclingKeep Forsyth County Beautiful (770) 205-4573

Telephone AT&T Residential (888) 757-6500 Business (866) 213-6300 www.att.com

Georgia Power 888) 660-5890

Sawnee Electric Membership (770) 887-2363

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Support the AdvertiSerS thAt Support Your CommunitY!ACCountinGNorth Georgia Accounting Consultants .5770-888-7700www.ngacinc.com

AttorneYSteven Liebel ......................................37706-867-7575www.northgeorgiapersonalinjury.com

Auto repAir/CAr CenterScott’s Auto Center.............................Inside Front Cover, 45678-947-4040www.scottsautocenter.net

Johns Creek Mechanic .......................37706-622-5509www.JohnsCreekMechanic.com

BooKS/BooK puBLiSherSBookLogix Publishing Services, Inc ...21770-346-9979www.booklogix.com

CArpet & uphoLSterYCLeAnerSCarpet Dry Tech .................................16678-368-5991www.carpetdrytech.com

ChiLdren’S BoutiQueVictoria’s Children’s Boutique ...............77770-888-7828www.victoriaschildrenboutique.com

ChiroprACtorJohn Thomas, DC .........................16, 31678-456-9122www.chiropractorcumming.com

dAnCe ACAdemieS Cumming Dance Academy ..................5770-781-4922www.CummingDanceAcademy.com

dentiStS /orthodontiCSJordan Dentistry .................................31770-888-6262www.JordanDentistry.com

Windermere Orthodontics ..................35770-888-1929www.OrthodonticsatWindermere.com

eduCAtion /inStruCtionHuntington Learning Center ...............32770-205-2800www.huntingtonlearningcenter.com

eLeCtriCiAnArc Angel Electric ................................................................Inside Back Cover, 45770-889-9243www.ArcAngelElectric.com

FLoWerS/GiFtSFunky Mountain Flowers & Gifts ...........7770-781-4616www.FunkyMountain.com

hAir SALonWendy GrosseOVO Salon ....................................20, 45678-469-4414

JeWeLrY StoreLance’s Jewelry ............ Back Cover, 45770-781-5500www.lancesjewelry.com

mASSAGeMassage Envy ....................................31678-208-0680 Johns Creek678-208-2888 Cummingwww.MassageEnvy.com

pet Adoption/reSCueHumane Society of Forsyth County ....13770-889-1365; 770-887-6480www.forsythpets.org

photoGrAphYKim Bates Photography ......................39770-617-7597www.kimbatesphotoart.com

Southern Kiwi Photography ..................7404-583-0659www.SouthernKiwiPhoto.com

phYSiCiAnS/mediCAL ServiCeSAtlanta Heart Specialists……….29678-679-6800; 770-622-1622www.ahsmed.com

Chad Levitt, MD ..................................23770-292-7000www.ForsythRadiotherapy.com

Georgia Plastic Surgery Consultants .27678-208-6008www.gpscmd.com

Northside Hospital Forsyth ...................1770-844-3200www.northside.com

Russell Medical ..................................27770-771-5050www.RussellMed.com

reAL eStAteThe Dinsmore Team ............................44770-712-7789www.dinsmoreteam.com

reStAurAntS /Food ServiCeSFresh ‘n Fit Cuisine .............................19678-208-0341www.freshnfit.com

Mia’s Pizza & Eats ..............................17770-887-8874www.miaspizzaandeats.com

Norman’s Landing ..............................17770-886-0100www.normanslanding.com

The Ridge Great Steaks & Seafood ...19770-886-9003www.theridgerestaurant.com

WeB hoStinG/deveLopmentHyperion Avenue ................................48678-926-9697www.hyperionavenue.com

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