Note to self: don't wear a Casting Crowns Shirt to a Mercy Me Meet & Greethttp://www.mobypicture.com/user/bartmillard/view/5643233
Monday, November 09, 2009
From Bart Millard's (Mercy Me) Facebook
Note to self: don't wear a Casting Crowns Shirt to a Mercy Me Meet & Greethttp://www.mobypicture.com/user/bartmillard/view/5643233
Friday, November 06, 2009
Orphan Sunday Events in the Triad
While most people cannot imagine the thought of growing up without parents, the sad reality is that there are over 140 million orphans in the world. The statistics are shocking. The need is overwhelming. At times it may be tempting to distance ourselves from the worldwide orphan crisis and believe that we can’t make a difference.
Lisa Holbrook, Executive Director of Caroline’s Promise, a local adoption and orphan advocacy organization says people have many options when it comes to reaching out to orphans. “I think we get overwhelmed by the statistics and underestimate the difference we can make through our prayers, advocating for the needs of orphans and using our gifts to join the cause.” says Holbrook. Orphan Sunday is a nationwide effort to increase awareness and encourage action by the church in response to the orphan crisis.
The official website is http://www.orphansunday.org/Locally, several events are being held in observance of Orphan Sunday this weekend. Here is a list of events with details and contact information.
Friday, November 6, 12:30pm
Chapel for Students and Home School Families
First Christian Church 1130 N. Main Street, Kernersville
Join us for this interactive service where we’ll learn about the needs of orphans and how we can make a difference! Contact Tim Wall for more information: twall25@triad.rr.com
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Friday, November 6, 7:00pm
Family Prayer Service for Orphans
First Christian Church 1130 N Main Street, Kernersville
Join us for this family friendly, interactive prayer service. Local ministries will be there to answer questions and show you how you can make a difference for orphans! If you would like to join our Adoption Choir which will perform during the service, contacts us asap! Contact Lisa Holbrook for more information: LisaHolbrook@CarolinesPromise.Net_
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Saturday, November 7, 4:30-7:00 PM
Shoes for Stew
Shady Grove Wesleyan Church 119 N. Bunker Hill Road, Colfax
Bring a new pair of tennis shoes for orphans in Guatemala and receive a chicken stew meal for two! Hosted by Amber Graveley as part of her Senior Project! Contact her for more information at luvkenc@aol.com
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Sunday, November 8, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Steven Curtis Chapman Live-Stream Concert celebrating Orphan Sunday
First Presbyterian Church ,300. N. Cherry St, Winston-Salem
In recognition of Orphan Sunday, come out for a fantastic Steven Curtis Chapman "Live-stream" concert event---THIS Sunday at First Presbyterian in downtown Winston-Salem. 336-722-4162 Contact: Jenna Penner bapgap@triad.rr.com
Lisa Holbrook, Executive Director of Caroline’s Promise, a local adoption and orphan advocacy organization says people have many options when it comes to reaching out to orphans. “I think we get overwhelmed by the statistics and underestimate the difference we can make through our prayers, advocating for the needs of orphans and using our gifts to join the cause.” says Holbrook. Orphan Sunday is a nationwide effort to increase awareness and encourage action by the church in response to the orphan crisis.
The official website is http://www.orphansunday.org/Locally, several events are being held in observance of Orphan Sunday this weekend. Here is a list of events with details and contact information.
Friday, November 6, 12:30pm
Chapel for Students and Home School Families
First Christian Church 1130 N. Main Street, Kernersville
Join us for this interactive service where we’ll learn about the needs of orphans and how we can make a difference! Contact Tim Wall for more information: twall25@triad.rr.com
________________________________
Friday, November 6, 7:00pm
Family Prayer Service for Orphans
First Christian Church 1130 N Main Street, Kernersville
Join us for this family friendly, interactive prayer service. Local ministries will be there to answer questions and show you how you can make a difference for orphans! If you would like to join our Adoption Choir which will perform during the service, contacts us asap! Contact Lisa Holbrook for more information: LisaHolbrook@CarolinesPromise.Net_
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Saturday, November 7, 4:30-7:00 PM
Shoes for Stew
Shady Grove Wesleyan Church 119 N. Bunker Hill Road, Colfax
Bring a new pair of tennis shoes for orphans in Guatemala and receive a chicken stew meal for two! Hosted by Amber Graveley as part of her Senior Project! Contact her for more information at luvkenc@aol.com
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Sunday, November 8, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Steven Curtis Chapman Live-Stream Concert celebrating Orphan Sunday
First Presbyterian Church ,300. N. Cherry St, Winston-Salem
In recognition of Orphan Sunday, come out for a fantastic Steven Curtis Chapman "Live-stream" concert event---THIS Sunday at First Presbyterian in downtown Winston-Salem. 336-722-4162 Contact: Jenna Penner bapgap@triad.rr.com
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Drop Your Can!
What Soft Drinks are Doing to Your Body
By Dr. Maoshing Ni - Posted on Fri, Oct 30, 2009, 12:29 pm PDT
Soda, pop, cola, soft drink — whatever you call it, it is one of the worst beverages that you could be drinking for your health. As the debate for whether to put a tax on the sale of soft drinks continues, you should know how they affect your body so that you can make an informed choice on your own.
Read the rest of the article on Yahoo Health.
By Dr. Maoshing Ni - Posted on Fri, Oct 30, 2009, 12:29 pm PDT
Soda, pop, cola, soft drink — whatever you call it, it is one of the worst beverages that you could be drinking for your health. As the debate for whether to put a tax on the sale of soft drinks continues, you should know how they affect your body so that you can make an informed choice on your own.
Read the rest of the article on Yahoo Health.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Steven Curtis Chapman Web Event Tonight!
Don't forget to tune in tonight at 9pm CST/10pm EST for the LIVE SCC Webcast Concert & Chat, on Steven's Facebook page! Just click the LIVESTREAM tab at the top of his FB page visit the following link - http://ow.ly/yGoR. You can even post some questions there for Steven to answer on-air tonight.
Monday, November 02, 2009
Help a Local Family Get an Extreme Home Makeover
Help Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Hedrick Creative Building make a Triad family’s dream come true. We spoke with Jason Hedrick this morning and he needs volunteers for the build, both skilled and non-skilled. He also needs donations of supplies, services and money.
If you’re over 18 and would like to volunteer as a skilled or unskilled laborer, click here: http://www.hedrickextreme.com/volunteer.aspx or call
The other huge need is for donations of goods, services and money. If you’d like to make a donation of money, click here: http://www.hedrickextreme.com/volunteer.aspx
If you are interested in donating goods or services, click here: http://www.hedrickextreme.com/sponsor.aspx
Here’s a list of things that Hedrick Creative Building is specifically looking for:
- Fasteners
- Lumber Package
- Panelization-Trusses
- Insulation
- Standing Seam Roofing
- Interior Doors, Patio Doors, Entrance Doors
- Nice Wood Closet Systems
- Pre-fabricated Stairs
- Tile Setting Materials
- Rain Gear
- Food/Caterers
- Other miscellaneous building supplies
Gettin' fit With Allen Branch
Fitness One Trainer Allen Branch says you can burn a lot of calories in your day to day activites. For example, a 150 lb. person burns the following number of calories in one hour doing the activites listed:
Childcare-246
Cooking-176
Gardening-352
Mowing-387
Shopping-176
Try to work 30 minutes to 1 hour of activity into each day!
www.myfitnessone.com
336-655-4558
Childcare-246
Cooking-176
Gardening-352
Mowing-387
Shopping-176
Try to work 30 minutes to 1 hour of activity into each day!
www.myfitnessone.com
336-655-4558
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Candy Buy Back
Trade In Your Treats!
Check out this cool program from Robinson Dental Studios in Winston-Salem:
Save your favorite treats, then bring in the rest to fill your piggy bank!
Come by our offices on Sunday November 1st from 3:00-5:00pm. We're buying back your Halloween candy for $1 per pound, then gathering it up to send to our troops in Iraq through Operation Gratitude (www.opgratitude.com)
We'll have prizes, entertainments, games...
Come on out for all the fun!
Robinson Dental Studio
2900 Lyndhurst Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27103
336/765-2921
336/765-2923 (fax)
Check out this cool program from Robinson Dental Studios in Winston-Salem:
Save your favorite treats, then bring in the rest to fill your piggy bank!
Come by our offices on Sunday November 1st from 3:00-5:00pm. We're buying back your Halloween candy for $1 per pound, then gathering it up to send to our troops in Iraq through Operation Gratitude (www.opgratitude.com)
We'll have prizes, entertainments, games...
Come on out for all the fun!
Robinson Dental Studio
2900 Lyndhurst Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27103
336/765-2921
336/765-2923 (fax)
Monday, October 26, 2009
Peppermint Cheesecake
Recipe By :Jeff Bacon
Serving Size : 32 Preparation Time : 2 ½ hours
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 1/2 pounds cream cheese -- Softened
1 1/4 Cups sugar
3/4 cup cream
2 each eggs
6 each yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 drops red food coloring
4 ounces peppermint mints -- starbright mints (crushed) 1/2 bag
2 cups chocolate wafer cookies -- Nabisco Famous (crushed)
1/4 cup butter -- melted
FOR FILLING
Crush mints in food processor on pulse until in very small
pieces (BB size)
Bring cream to a simmer on stove. Add 1/2 of crushed mints and stir
until dissolved. Reserve remaining pieces for later.
Beat cheese and sugar together in mixer until smooth
Add vanilla and peppermint extract.
Remove 1 cup for later use
Add yolks, and eggs and mix
Remove half of this mixture leaving other half in mixer.
Add peppermint cream liquid to the half still in the mixer and
mix until blended. Add 2 drops red coloring until bright pink.
FOR CRUST
Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers can be found at some Lowe's
grocery stores in the ice cream topping section. If unavailable,
substitute Oreos and leaving out the melted butter.
Blend crumbs, and butter
Press into bottom of 9 inch spring form pan and
1/2 inch up sides.
ASSEMBLY
Pour pink batter into crust
Pour white batter into center of pink batter. Use a table knife to
pull pink batter into the center of the white batter from the outter
edge in a swirl motion. Make sure not to poke deep enough to disturb
the crust.
Sprinkle top with remaining crushed mints
Bake in steam bath at 350 for 1 hour or until middle is set.
Allow to cool at room temperature until room temperature then
refrigerate over night.
Pipe reserved frosting around perimeter of cooled cake in 16 rosettes
adding one in the center of cake.
Stand one chocolate cookie up in the center of each rosette
just prior to serving.
Garnish center rosette with a mint.
Serving Size : 32 Preparation Time : 2 ½ hours
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 1/2 pounds cream cheese -- Softened
1 1/4 Cups sugar
3/4 cup cream
2 each eggs
6 each yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 drops red food coloring
4 ounces peppermint mints -- starbright mints (crushed) 1/2 bag
2 cups chocolate wafer cookies -- Nabisco Famous (crushed)
1/4 cup butter -- melted
FOR FILLING
Crush mints in food processor on pulse until in very small
pieces (BB size)
Bring cream to a simmer on stove. Add 1/2 of crushed mints and stir
until dissolved. Reserve remaining pieces for later.
Beat cheese and sugar together in mixer until smooth
Add vanilla and peppermint extract.
Remove 1 cup for later use
Add yolks, and eggs and mix
Remove half of this mixture leaving other half in mixer.
Add peppermint cream liquid to the half still in the mixer and
mix until blended. Add 2 drops red coloring until bright pink.
FOR CRUST
Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers can be found at some Lowe's
grocery stores in the ice cream topping section. If unavailable,
substitute Oreos and leaving out the melted butter.
Blend crumbs, and butter
Press into bottom of 9 inch spring form pan and
1/2 inch up sides.
ASSEMBLY
Pour pink batter into crust
Pour white batter into center of pink batter. Use a table knife to
pull pink batter into the center of the white batter from the outter
edge in a swirl motion. Make sure not to poke deep enough to disturb
the crust.
Sprinkle top with remaining crushed mints
Bake in steam bath at 350 for 1 hour or until middle is set.
Allow to cool at room temperature until room temperature then
refrigerate over night.
Pipe reserved frosting around perimeter of cooled cake in 16 rosettes
adding one in the center of cake.
Stand one chocolate cookie up in the center of each rosette
just prior to serving.
Garnish center rosette with a mint.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Extreme Makeover Coming to the Triad!
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Coming to Triad, NC
Hedrick Creative Building Selected as Key Builder
Lexington, N.C., October 23, 2009 – An exciting announcement will be made during Lexington’s Annual Barbecue Festival opening ceremonies on Saturday, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the Emmy-award winning hit TV show on ABC Television, is coming to the Triad to present one deserving family with an extreme home makeover. Lexington builder, Hedrick Creative Building, with a goal to construct a new home in one week, will oversee and implement the project that will make a miracle happen for a Triad family.
On Wednesday, November 11, a Triad family will answer a knock on the door and find Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Team Leader Ty Pennington and his design team waiting to transform their home and their lives. Five families in the Triad have been nominated by their friends and families to receive the home makeover in recognition of their general day to day heroism.
Builder
“It’s such a great honor to be a part of something that makes such a difference in the life of a Triad family,” said Jason Hedrick, owner of Hedrick Creative Building. “The community is coming together to make this possible, it’s such a feel good project to give back and make a dream come true, that’s why I’ve chosen Let’s Build a Dream as the theme for this build.”
“We’ll be building this home to the National Association Homebuilders Green Building Standards, so not only will we be building the dream home for a deserving family, we’ll be building it in a manner pleasing to the environment. We’re paying attention to energy efficiency, water and resource conservation, the use of sustainable or recycled products, and measures to project indoor air quality.”
Hedrick Creative Building is reaching out to the community for support and involvement. Volunteers are needed to provide time and energy, support and resources to ensure the success of this dream come true project. “I believe in my community and I am excited to see how they will step up to make this dream a reality,” said Jason. Interested individuals or companies can find more information on how to volunteer time and resources at www.hedrickextreme.com.
Pep Rally
On Friday, November 6, at 8:00 am, a pep rally is planned for all constructions volunteers and subcontractors of the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Triad NC build at Reeds Baptist Church, 180 Reeds Baptist Church Road in the Reeds Community in Lexington.
“This pep rally will be an informational as well as inspirational day for all attending,” said Hedrick Creative Building’s owner, Jason Hedrick. “So many have already signed up as partners for the project through material and monetary donations and volunteers for the build and this will be the day to rally us all as one.”
The show’s executive producer, Conrad Ricketts will be attending and providing information about what’s happening with the project for general and skilled volunteers, subs and trades. All media are welcomed and invited to join the excitement of the rally.
For anyone interested in signing up as a volunteer, there are still ways to participate. Watch in the newspapers, on the radio, and on TV for announcements for people needed to cheer on and support all the volunteers and people on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. All individuals interested in participating can visit the build’s website at www.hedrickextreme.com for more information.
How You Can Help
Help Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Hedrick Creative Building by getting involved by giving a contribution that will help transform the lives of the deserving family. You can support the cause by contributing to the build. Our website (www.hedrickextreme.com) makes it quick, easy and secure to contribute funds via PayPal to help a family in need.
About Hedrick Creative Building
Located centrally in the state of NC in Lexington, Hedrick Creative Building is named for its owner, Jason Hedrick. The company, although new in formation, began in 2003, but builder Jason Hedrick has 23 years experience in the construction industry. Jason is accustomed to tackling challenges while overseeing projects of new custom built homes, structural repairs or remodeling. “This project is definitely a challenge, completely building a home is just 106 hours, but with the involvement of my community, I’m looking forward to building a dream for a family,” remarked Jason. For more information: www.HedrickCreativeBuilding.com.
About ABC-TVs Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” which has won back-to-back Emmy Awards as Best Reality Program (non-competitive), is entering its 7th season on ABC. The program is produced by Endemol USA, a division of Endemol Holding. Anthony Dominici is the executive producer; and David Goldberg is the president of Endemol USA. The show airs on Sundays (8:00-9:00 EST), on the ABC Television Network.
Hedrick Creative Building Selected as Key Builder
Lexington, N.C., October 23, 2009 – An exciting announcement will be made during Lexington’s Annual Barbecue Festival opening ceremonies on Saturday, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the Emmy-award winning hit TV show on ABC Television, is coming to the Triad to present one deserving family with an extreme home makeover. Lexington builder, Hedrick Creative Building, with a goal to construct a new home in one week, will oversee and implement the project that will make a miracle happen for a Triad family.
On Wednesday, November 11, a Triad family will answer a knock on the door and find Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Team Leader Ty Pennington and his design team waiting to transform their home and their lives. Five families in the Triad have been nominated by their friends and families to receive the home makeover in recognition of their general day to day heroism.
Builder
“It’s such a great honor to be a part of something that makes such a difference in the life of a Triad family,” said Jason Hedrick, owner of Hedrick Creative Building. “The community is coming together to make this possible, it’s such a feel good project to give back and make a dream come true, that’s why I’ve chosen Let’s Build a Dream as the theme for this build.”
“We’ll be building this home to the National Association Homebuilders Green Building Standards, so not only will we be building the dream home for a deserving family, we’ll be building it in a manner pleasing to the environment. We’re paying attention to energy efficiency, water and resource conservation, the use of sustainable or recycled products, and measures to project indoor air quality.”
Hedrick Creative Building is reaching out to the community for support and involvement. Volunteers are needed to provide time and energy, support and resources to ensure the success of this dream come true project. “I believe in my community and I am excited to see how they will step up to make this dream a reality,” said Jason. Interested individuals or companies can find more information on how to volunteer time and resources at www.hedrickextreme.com.
Pep Rally
On Friday, November 6, at 8:00 am, a pep rally is planned for all constructions volunteers and subcontractors of the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Triad NC build at Reeds Baptist Church, 180 Reeds Baptist Church Road in the Reeds Community in Lexington.
“This pep rally will be an informational as well as inspirational day for all attending,” said Hedrick Creative Building’s owner, Jason Hedrick. “So many have already signed up as partners for the project through material and monetary donations and volunteers for the build and this will be the day to rally us all as one.”
The show’s executive producer, Conrad Ricketts will be attending and providing information about what’s happening with the project for general and skilled volunteers, subs and trades. All media are welcomed and invited to join the excitement of the rally.
For anyone interested in signing up as a volunteer, there are still ways to participate. Watch in the newspapers, on the radio, and on TV for announcements for people needed to cheer on and support all the volunteers and people on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. All individuals interested in participating can visit the build’s website at www.hedrickextreme.com for more information.
How You Can Help
Help Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Hedrick Creative Building by getting involved by giving a contribution that will help transform the lives of the deserving family. You can support the cause by contributing to the build. Our website (www.hedrickextreme.com) makes it quick, easy and secure to contribute funds via PayPal to help a family in need.
About Hedrick Creative Building
Located centrally in the state of NC in Lexington, Hedrick Creative Building is named for its owner, Jason Hedrick. The company, although new in formation, began in 2003, but builder Jason Hedrick has 23 years experience in the construction industry. Jason is accustomed to tackling challenges while overseeing projects of new custom built homes, structural repairs or remodeling. “This project is definitely a challenge, completely building a home is just 106 hours, but with the involvement of my community, I’m looking forward to building a dream for a family,” remarked Jason. For more information: www.HedrickCreativeBuilding.com.
About ABC-TVs Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” which has won back-to-back Emmy Awards as Best Reality Program (non-competitive), is entering its 7th season on ABC. The program is produced by Endemol USA, a division of Endemol Holding. Anthony Dominici is the executive producer; and David Goldberg is the president of Endemol USA. The show airs on Sundays (8:00-9:00 EST), on the ABC Television Network.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
My Birthday Wish
My 37th birthday is right around the corner. Since I am adopted, my birthday is an annual reminder of just how blessed I am to have a caring birthmother who gave me the gift of life and gave my parents the gift of a child, and two loving adoptive parents who gave me the gift of a loving home and a permanent family. I also thank God who, I am certain, orchestrated the whole thing.
This year I'm celebrating my birthday by asking friends and family to consider making a small financial contribution to Caroline's Promise. CP is an organization that works to"Reclaim Hope for Orphans" by:
-providing grants for adoptive families
-serving orphans, widows and at risk children on short-term mission trips, and
-educating the community about adoption and the orphan crisis
I have served on two Caroline's Promise mission teams to Guatemala and I also serve on the CP board of directors. I have seen, first-hand, the lives that are being changed because of the work being done by Caroline's Promise.
For more information about my birthday wish or to make a donation, visit http://apps.facebook.com/causes/birthdays/192848?m=e0bc6388
Thanks!
This year I'm celebrating my birthday by asking friends and family to consider making a small financial contribution to Caroline's Promise. CP is an organization that works to"Reclaim Hope for Orphans" by:
-providing grants for adoptive families
-serving orphans, widows and at risk children on short-term mission trips, and
-educating the community about adoption and the orphan crisis
I have served on two Caroline's Promise mission teams to Guatemala and I also serve on the CP board of directors. I have seen, first-hand, the lives that are being changed because of the work being done by Caroline's Promise.
For more information about my birthday wish or to make a donation, visit http://apps.facebook.com/causes/birthdays/192848?m=e0bc6388
Thanks!
Tomboy Tool Party!
Please join us for a Tomboy Tool party to see a line of ergonomically designed tools available in
pink and blue and see the farm in progress.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit I.C.E and Walk-On Animal Assisted Therapy Farm
When: Thursday, October 22nd @ 6:30pm (come @ 6pm to see the animals)
Where: Patton Ridge Farms, 933 Ridings Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023
Directions from W-S:
421N to Lewisville Clemmons exit 242,
Right off exit onto Styers Ferry Rd.
Right onto Phillips Bridge Road, Right onto Ridings Rd.,
Farm is 1/4 mile on left.
Casual barn attire
Children are welcome to attend with a parent and enjoy the animals.
RSVP suggested but not required!
782.0331 or robin@forsythfamilymagazine.com
Refreshments, door prizes and ANIMALS!
For more info:
www.tomboytools.info/kathyshoaf, www.icepilepsy.org
www.walkonanimaltherapy.org
pink and blue and see the farm in progress.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit I.C.E and Walk-On Animal Assisted Therapy Farm
When: Thursday, October 22nd @ 6:30pm (come @ 6pm to see the animals)
Where: Patton Ridge Farms, 933 Ridings Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023
Directions from W-S:
421N to Lewisville Clemmons exit 242,
Right off exit onto Styers Ferry Rd.
Right onto Phillips Bridge Road, Right onto Ridings Rd.,
Farm is 1/4 mile on left.
Casual barn attire
Children are welcome to attend with a parent and enjoy the animals.
RSVP suggested but not required!
782.0331 or robin@forsythfamilymagazine.com
Refreshments, door prizes and ANIMALS!
For more info:
www.tomboytools.info/kathyshoaf, www.icepilepsy.org
www.walkonanimaltherapy.org
It's a Book War...You Win!
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125565024634288895.html?mod=rss_Today's_Most_Popular
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. launched a brash price war against Amazon.com Inc. on Thursday, saying it would sell 10 hotly anticipated new books for just $10 apiece through its online site, Walmart.com.
That was just the beginning.
Hours later, Amazon matched the $10 price, squaring off in a battle for low-price and e-commerce leadership heading into the crucial holiday shopping season. Wal-Mart soon fired back with a promise to drop its prices to $9 by Friday morning -- and made good on that vow by early evening Thursday.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. launched a brash price war against Amazon.com Inc. on Thursday, saying it would sell 10 hotly anticipated new books for just $10 apiece through its online site, Walmart.com.
That was just the beginning.
Hours later, Amazon matched the $10 price, squaring off in a battle for low-price and e-commerce leadership heading into the crucial holiday shopping season. Wal-Mart soon fired back with a promise to drop its prices to $9 by Friday morning -- and made good on that vow by early evening Thursday.
Monday, October 19, 2009
My Fitness One
Allen Branch invites you to join him for a 6 week body blast program at the new Fitness One facility in Kernersville. For $199 you'll get a fitness and nutrition evaluation, 6 weeks of training and classes and lots more.
Contact him at trainer@myfitnessone.com
Visit his website at www.myfitnessone.com
Contact him at trainer@myfitnessone.com
Visit his website at www.myfitnessone.com
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Cool Wedding Bands
Found this online today and it's too cool not to share. I am seriously thinking about getting these to replace our current wedding bands! Here is the info and a link:
http://www.brentwilliamsdesigns.com/
Custom fingerprint wedding bands in sterling silver (set of two)
Description
"This is for a set of two totally unique custom fingerprint wedding bands in sterling silver. One 3.5mm and one 6mm. Can be done in any precious metal, convo for an estimate.
Searching for a truly unique wedding band? Tired of finding the same plain bands or designs that just come from a catalogue? This is just what you were looking for. It is many things: unique, sentimental, custom, heirloom quality crafted, and you are completely involved in the making process.
I send you my Impression Kit in the mail. Once you receive it, imprint the entire length of your finger and/or your fiancés finger separately. Then you mail that back to me. Once I receive it here in my studio in beautiful coastal Maine, I make a wax form from the impression material. Then utilizing the ancient lost wax casting process, I turn that impression into a metal ring utilizing gold or silver. Maybe some day this ring gets passed down to your children- a family heirloom for sure.
How romantic! Your lover touching you, holding your finger, always with you. I would love to talk with you about this exciting process! Only available from Brent Williams Designs with such fine craftsmanship."
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday!!
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. Prices are good w/ store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) from 10/14-10/20/2009
Lowes Foods:
FYI-Lowes Foods has a new rewards program called "Fresh Rewards". You earn money back on future orders by purchasing certain items. See Wednesday's flier for Details.
Sanderson Farms Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast-$1.99/lb
Sirloin Tip Roast-$2.10/lb.
BOGO on the Following Items:
Fresh Express Salad
LFS Center Cut Bacon
Entemann's Little Bites
Tom's Potato Chips
Palermo's Pizza
Edy's Ice Cream
LFS Soup
Food Lion:
Whole Boneless Beef Sirloin Tip-$1.77/lb
(They will custom cut this for free, you can have it ground for burgers, sliced into steaks, cut into stew meat or strips for fajitas or keep it as is for a great roast.)
Holly Farms Chicken Drumsticks-$0.77/lb
Holly Farms Chicken Thighs-$0.67/lb
Boneless Half Pork Loin-$1.87/lb.
Value Pack Pork Chops-$2.87/lb.
Hamburger Helper-$1
Snow Crab Clusters- $3.99/LB.
Tilapia Fillets-$2.99/lb.
16 oz. Phillips Claw Crab Meat-$5.99
Large Canteloupe-$1.99 ea
BOGO on the Following:
3 lbs. Gala or Gold Apples-
FL Microwave Popcorn
FL Chicken Noodle or Tomato Soup
Family Sized "On the Go Bistro" Baked Ziti
2.5 lb. bag FL IQF Chicken Breast
FL Jumbo Shrimp--raw or cooked
16 oz. Sea Scallops
Nilla Wafers
Pop Secret Popcorn
Mrs. Pauls Seafood
Pepperidge Farms Cakes
Healthy Accents Nasal Spray and Allergy Relief Tablets
Small Shrimp Ring w/ Cocktail Sauce
Plumrose Premium Ham (lunch meat)
Harris Teeter:
Fresh Split Chicken Breast $0.99/lb
HT Eggs $0.97/ea.
BOGO on the Following:
50 oz. Wisk or All Detergent
Blue Bunny Ice Cream
12 ct. Cans Coke Products
6 oz. Red Raspberries
HT Sliced Bacon
Pier 33 Mussels
HT Meal of the Week-buy all of the following for $6.99:
13-16 oz. Johnsonville Brats
8 ct. Harris Teeter Hot Dog Buns
8-9 oz. HT Traders Potato Chips
2 Liter HT Soda
Lowes Foods:
FYI-Lowes Foods has a new rewards program called "Fresh Rewards". You earn money back on future orders by purchasing certain items. See Wednesday's flier for Details.
Sanderson Farms Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast-$1.99/lb
Sirloin Tip Roast-$2.10/lb.
BOGO on the Following Items:
Fresh Express Salad
LFS Center Cut Bacon
Entemann's Little Bites
Tom's Potato Chips
Palermo's Pizza
Edy's Ice Cream
LFS Soup
Food Lion:
Whole Boneless Beef Sirloin Tip-$1.77/lb
(They will custom cut this for free, you can have it ground for burgers, sliced into steaks, cut into stew meat or strips for fajitas or keep it as is for a great roast.)
Holly Farms Chicken Drumsticks-$0.77/lb
Holly Farms Chicken Thighs-$0.67/lb
Boneless Half Pork Loin-$1.87/lb.
Value Pack Pork Chops-$2.87/lb.
Hamburger Helper-$1
Snow Crab Clusters- $3.99/LB.
Tilapia Fillets-$2.99/lb.
16 oz. Phillips Claw Crab Meat-$5.99
Large Canteloupe-$1.99 ea
BOGO on the Following:
3 lbs. Gala or Gold Apples-
FL Microwave Popcorn
FL Chicken Noodle or Tomato Soup
Family Sized "On the Go Bistro" Baked Ziti
2.5 lb. bag FL IQF Chicken Breast
FL Jumbo Shrimp--raw or cooked
16 oz. Sea Scallops
Nilla Wafers
Pop Secret Popcorn
Mrs. Pauls Seafood
Pepperidge Farms Cakes
Healthy Accents Nasal Spray and Allergy Relief Tablets
Small Shrimp Ring w/ Cocktail Sauce
Plumrose Premium Ham (lunch meat)
Harris Teeter:
Fresh Split Chicken Breast $0.99/lb
HT Eggs $0.97/ea.
BOGO on the Following:
50 oz. Wisk or All Detergent
Blue Bunny Ice Cream
12 ct. Cans Coke Products
6 oz. Red Raspberries
HT Sliced Bacon
Pier 33 Mussels
HT Meal of the Week-buy all of the following for $6.99:
13-16 oz. Johnsonville Brats
8 ct. Harris Teeter Hot Dog Buns
8-9 oz. HT Traders Potato Chips
2 Liter HT Soda
Monday, October 12, 2009
Orphan Sunday
Orphan Sunday is November 8. For information about how your family or church can get involved, visit www.cryoftheorphan.org or www.carolinespromise.net
Blood Drive in Honor of Sgt. Hutchens
Forbush High School is holding a blood drive honor of Sgt. Hutchens on Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. About 300 people have already signed up. If you’d like to donate, make an appointment by contacting Billy Sapp at 336-961-4644 ext. 520.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Get Your Heating System Ready for Winter
Gwyn Electric in Winston-Salem is offering an incredible special right now on Fall Heating System Tune-Ups. For $69.00 they will tune up your system and if it breaks any time during the winter season, they'll fix it...FREE! (Some exclusions apply, visit their website for details)
Here is their contact info:
www.gwyn.ws
3941 Westpoint Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 27103-6721
(336) 774-1818
Here is their contact info:
www.gwyn.ws
3941 Westpoint Blvd
Winston Salem, NC 27103-6721
(336) 774-1818
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. Prices are good w/ store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) from 10/7-10/13
Food Lion:
Holly Farms Split Chicken Breasts $0.87/lb
Value Pack NY Strip Steaks-$4.98/lb
Value Pack Country Style Pork Ribs-$0.88/lb
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs and Bacon-BOGO
Birds Eye Voila! Frozen Meal Kits-BOGO
Green Giant Canned Veggies-BOGO
All Laundry Detergent-BOGOBryers Ice Cream-BOGO
Kozy Shack Pudding-BOGO
Food Lion Raw or Cooked Peel and Eat Shrimp-BOGO
Grade A Fresh Roasting Chicken- $0.99
Pre-Trimmed Holly Farms Chicken, select items- 50% off
Harris Teeter
House of Raeford Turkey Breast $0.99
Boneless New York Strip Steak $4.99
Bertolli Pasta Sauce-BOGO
Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice-BOGO
Dannon Yogurt- 10/$4
White Shrimp or Tilapia Fillets-$3.99/lb
Lance Crackers-BOGO
1 lb Strawberries- Buy 1Get 2 Free
Harris Teeter Ice Cream Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Fresh Market Soup Buy 2 Get 3 Free
HT Traders Coffee-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Gourmet Cinnamon Rolls-BOGO
HT Traders Tea Bags-BOGO
Ruffles Chips
Pop Secret
Meal of the Week-$7.99
17 oz. Hormel Dinner Entrée
20-24 oz. TGI Fridays Mashed Potatoes
16 oz. Harris Teeter Frozen Green Beans
32 oz. HT Garden Salad
Lowes Foods:
Family Pack Ribeye Steaks- $6.88/lb
Sanderson Farms Whole Fryers-$0.69/lb.
Eastern Rome Apples- $0.99/lb
BOGO on the Following Items:
Bryers Ice Cream
Florida Navel Oranges
Cheez-it Crackers
Wonder Whole Grain White Bread
Lays Chips
LFS Lawn and Leaf Bags
12 ct. Bakery Cookies
Food Lion:
Holly Farms Split Chicken Breasts $0.87/lb
Value Pack NY Strip Steaks-$4.98/lb
Value Pack Country Style Pork Ribs-$0.88/lb
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs and Bacon-BOGO
Birds Eye Voila! Frozen Meal Kits-BOGO
Green Giant Canned Veggies-BOGO
All Laundry Detergent-BOGOBryers Ice Cream-BOGO
Kozy Shack Pudding-BOGO
Food Lion Raw or Cooked Peel and Eat Shrimp-BOGO
Grade A Fresh Roasting Chicken- $0.99
Pre-Trimmed Holly Farms Chicken, select items- 50% off
Harris Teeter
House of Raeford Turkey Breast $0.99
Boneless New York Strip Steak $4.99
Bertolli Pasta Sauce-BOGO
Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice-BOGO
Dannon Yogurt- 10/$4
White Shrimp or Tilapia Fillets-$3.99/lb
Lance Crackers-BOGO
1 lb Strawberries- Buy 1Get 2 Free
Harris Teeter Ice Cream Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Fresh Market Soup Buy 2 Get 3 Free
HT Traders Coffee-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Gourmet Cinnamon Rolls-BOGO
HT Traders Tea Bags-BOGO
Ruffles Chips
Pop Secret
Meal of the Week-$7.99
17 oz. Hormel Dinner Entrée
20-24 oz. TGI Fridays Mashed Potatoes
16 oz. Harris Teeter Frozen Green Beans
32 oz. HT Garden Salad
Lowes Foods:
Family Pack Ribeye Steaks- $6.88/lb
Sanderson Farms Whole Fryers-$0.69/lb.
Eastern Rome Apples- $0.99/lb
BOGO on the Following Items:
Bryers Ice Cream
Florida Navel Oranges
Cheez-it Crackers
Wonder Whole Grain White Bread
Lays Chips
LFS Lawn and Leaf Bags
12 ct. Bakery Cookies
Thursday, October 01, 2009
"The Katinas" and Samoan Tsunami Relief
Katinas Blog Update: http://thekatinas.com/category/news/
Verne and I talked with James Katina (one of the brothers from the
group Katinas) The Katinas still have family that still live in American
Samoa. The island was hit by an 8.0 magnitude earthquake Tuesday
that then triggered a ‘tsunami’ that brought in two waves of water that
devastated whole villages. The death toll is over 100 people and is
expected to climb.
American Samoa (home to 65,000 people) is located about
halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii in the Pacific.
Here is a link to find out more…and to help.
Relief Effort: http://www.katinamissions.org/
All donations small or large, are tax deductible
Find the links and audio on the morning show page at
http://www.wbfj.fm/
Verne and I talked with James Katina (one of the brothers from the
group Katinas) The Katinas still have family that still live in American
Samoa. The island was hit by an 8.0 magnitude earthquake Tuesday
that then triggered a ‘tsunami’ that brought in two waves of water that
devastated whole villages. The death toll is over 100 people and is
expected to climb.
American Samoa (home to 65,000 people) is located about
halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii in the Pacific.
Here is a link to find out more…and to help.
Relief Effort: http://www.katinamissions.org/
All donations small or large, are tax deductible
Find the links and audio on the morning show page at
http://www.wbfj.fm/
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. Prices are good w/ store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) from 9/30-10/6
Food Lion:
Holly Farms Boneless Chicken Breast Filets or Tenders: $1.79/lb
Value Pack Choice Porterhouse or T-Bone Steaks: $4.87/lb
10lbs. Russet Potatoes: $1.99
Fresh Whole Pork Picnics: $0.79/lb
Smithfield Center Cut Ham Slices-50% off
12 Pack Coke Products-BOGO
General Mills Cereal-BOGO
Smithfield Smoked Bacon-BOGO
ALPO- BOGO
3 Day Sale
Edy’s Ice Cream-$1.99 (limit 4)
12 Roll Scott or Cottonelle Tissue TP - $4.99 (limit 4)
Gain 100 oz. Liquid or Powder Laundry Detergent-$7.99 (limit 2)
Bounty 8 Giant Rolls-$7.99 (Limit 2)
Kraft Shredded or Block Cheese –BOGO (Limit 2)
Harris Teeter
Bone-In Rib Steaks- $4.77/lb
White Shrimp or Cod Fillets-$4.98/lb
Red Seedless Grapes - $0.99/lb
Palermo Pizza- BOGO
96oz. Clorox Bleach- $0.99
HT Fresh Whole Fryer Chicken- $0.57/lb
6 Pack .5 ltr. Bottles Coke Products-BOGO
Locally Grown Apples-$0.99/lb
Lowes Foods:
Boneless Top Round London Broil-$2.49/lb.
Fresh Ground Beef-$1.99/lb.
Oscar Myer Sliced Bacon-BOGO
Sanderson Farms Split Chicken Breast-$0.99/lb
Premium White Potatoes-BOGO
Smart Ones Entrées-$1.98/ea.
Nabisco Snack Crackers-BOGO
Bakery Cinnamon Rolls-BOGO
Thomas’ English Muffing-BOGO
Kellogg’s Mini Wheats, Raisin Bran, Raisin Bran Crunch--BOGO
Food Lion:
Holly Farms Boneless Chicken Breast Filets or Tenders: $1.79/lb
Value Pack Choice Porterhouse or T-Bone Steaks: $4.87/lb
10lbs. Russet Potatoes: $1.99
Fresh Whole Pork Picnics: $0.79/lb
Smithfield Center Cut Ham Slices-50% off
12 Pack Coke Products-BOGO
General Mills Cereal-BOGO
Smithfield Smoked Bacon-BOGO
ALPO- BOGO
3 Day Sale
Edy’s Ice Cream-$1.99 (limit 4)
12 Roll Scott or Cottonelle Tissue TP - $4.99 (limit 4)
Gain 100 oz. Liquid or Powder Laundry Detergent-$7.99 (limit 2)
Bounty 8 Giant Rolls-$7.99 (Limit 2)
Kraft Shredded or Block Cheese –BOGO (Limit 2)
Harris Teeter
Bone-In Rib Steaks- $4.77/lb
White Shrimp or Cod Fillets-$4.98/lb
Red Seedless Grapes - $0.99/lb
Palermo Pizza- BOGO
96oz. Clorox Bleach- $0.99
HT Fresh Whole Fryer Chicken- $0.57/lb
6 Pack .5 ltr. Bottles Coke Products-BOGO
Locally Grown Apples-$0.99/lb
Lowes Foods:
Boneless Top Round London Broil-$2.49/lb.
Fresh Ground Beef-$1.99/lb.
Oscar Myer Sliced Bacon-BOGO
Sanderson Farms Split Chicken Breast-$0.99/lb
Premium White Potatoes-BOGO
Smart Ones Entrées-$1.98/ea.
Nabisco Snack Crackers-BOGO
Bakery Cinnamon Rolls-BOGO
Thomas’ English Muffing-BOGO
Kellogg’s Mini Wheats, Raisin Bran, Raisin Bran Crunch--BOGO
Monday, September 28, 2009
Seared Grit Cakes with Crisp Country Ham and Chiffonade of Collards
Crisp Country Ham and Chiffonade of CollardsRecipe By: Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size: 12
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds collard greens -- fresh
1 pinch salt and pepper
1/2 pound country ham -- sliced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese -- shredded
Cheese Grit Cakes
1 teaspoon canola oil
Prepare cheese grit cakes as directed
Place country ham on a pan and brown in a hot oven.
Remove to cool slightly.
Clean collard greens and trim out ribs
Roll collard leaves into tight tubes and cut into chiffonade. (Very thin strips)
Heat canola oil until smoke point
Add collards to hot oil and stir rapidly while adding salt and pepper
Remove as soon as all collards are slightly wilted and bright green.
Break or cut crisp ham into pieces approximately the same size as the grit cakes.
Top each seared grit cake with: 1 piece of ham, 1 bunched tablespoon of collards,
1 pinch of parmesan cheese.
Yield:
"36 ounces"
Cheese Grit Cakes
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 12
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups grits -- white stone ground
3 cups stock -- chicken
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup sweet onion -- finely diced
1 clove garlic -- minced
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese -- white sharp
1/2 cup parmesan cheese -- shredded
1/4 cup scallion -- chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
Melt butter and sweat onion and garlic until soft
Add grits and stir into fat and aromatics
Add stock and simmer on low until liquid is absorbed
Add cream and pepper and simmer on low until smooth and creamy.
Total cook time will be 35-45 minutes so extra stock may be needed
if grits get too thick too fast or take longer to soften.
When grits are completely done and thick add in cheeses and scallion
Pour into greased 1/2 sheet pan lined with parchment, spread evenly
Chill overnight then when very firm (a few minutes in the freezer may be needed)
cut into 1 inch rounds with a metal circular cookie or biscuit cutter.
Return to cooler until ready to sear.
Heat canola oil in a non stick skillet until very hot
Sear cakes quickly on both sides and place on platter to serve or top.
Yield:
"24 ounces"
Serving Size: 12
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds collard greens -- fresh
1 pinch salt and pepper
1/2 pound country ham -- sliced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese -- shredded
Cheese Grit Cakes
1 teaspoon canola oil
Prepare cheese grit cakes as directed
Place country ham on a pan and brown in a hot oven.
Remove to cool slightly.
Clean collard greens and trim out ribs
Roll collard leaves into tight tubes and cut into chiffonade. (Very thin strips)
Heat canola oil until smoke point
Add collards to hot oil and stir rapidly while adding salt and pepper
Remove as soon as all collards are slightly wilted and bright green.
Break or cut crisp ham into pieces approximately the same size as the grit cakes.
Top each seared grit cake with: 1 piece of ham, 1 bunched tablespoon of collards,
1 pinch of parmesan cheese.
Yield:
"36 ounces"
Cheese Grit Cakes
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 12
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups grits -- white stone ground
3 cups stock -- chicken
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup sweet onion -- finely diced
1 clove garlic -- minced
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese -- white sharp
1/2 cup parmesan cheese -- shredded
1/4 cup scallion -- chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
Melt butter and sweat onion and garlic until soft
Add grits and stir into fat and aromatics
Add stock and simmer on low until liquid is absorbed
Add cream and pepper and simmer on low until smooth and creamy.
Total cook time will be 35-45 minutes so extra stock may be needed
if grits get too thick too fast or take longer to soften.
When grits are completely done and thick add in cheeses and scallion
Pour into greased 1/2 sheet pan lined with parchment, spread evenly
Chill overnight then when very firm (a few minutes in the freezer may be needed)
cut into 1 inch rounds with a metal circular cookie or biscuit cutter.
Return to cooler until ready to sear.
Heat canola oil in a non stick skillet until very hot
Sear cakes quickly on both sides and place on platter to serve or top.
Yield:
"24 ounces"
Cookin' with Bacon--Seared Ahi Tuna on Wonton Crisp with Wasabi Whipped Cream and Soy Reduction
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 ounces tuna steak -- sashimi grade
6 each won-ton wrappers
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons wasabi powder
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 pinch ginger -- powdered
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 tablespoon pickled ginger
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 cups peanut oil
Combine soy and honey in a small sauce pot and simmer until reduced by 1/2.
When cool, mixture will be slightly thick.
Season tuna with salt and pepper then pour sesame seeds into a shallow pan.
Press tuna into seeds on both sides until well coated.
Chill until ready to sear.
Cut each square wonton wrapper into four triangles for a total of 24 pieces.
Heat all but one teaspoon of peanut oil in a non stick skillet unti very hot.
Fry wontons until goldena nd crisp. Season with salt and pepper
Sear tuna on both sides until seeds are golden brown yet
tuna is rare in center. Allow to cool at lest 20 minutes.
Whip cream until soft peaks form
Add wasabi powder to cream and mix in.
Slice tuna into 24 equal pieces about 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch
Top each won ton crisp with one piece of tuna, then one small
slice of pickeled ginger, then a dab of wasabi whipped cream
then a drizzle of soy reduction.
Serve on platter
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 ounces tuna steak -- sashimi grade
6 each won-ton wrappers
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons wasabi powder
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 pinch ginger -- powdered
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 tablespoon pickled ginger
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey
2 cups peanut oil
Combine soy and honey in a small sauce pot and simmer until reduced by 1/2.
When cool, mixture will be slightly thick.
Season tuna with salt and pepper then pour sesame seeds into a shallow pan.
Press tuna into seeds on both sides until well coated.
Chill until ready to sear.
Cut each square wonton wrapper into four triangles for a total of 24 pieces.
Heat all but one teaspoon of peanut oil in a non stick skillet unti very hot.
Fry wontons until goldena nd crisp. Season with salt and pepper
Sear tuna on both sides until seeds are golden brown yet
tuna is rare in center. Allow to cool at lest 20 minutes.
Whip cream until soft peaks form
Add wasabi powder to cream and mix in.
Slice tuna into 24 equal pieces about 3/4 inch by 3/4 inch
Top each won ton crisp with one piece of tuna, then one small
slice of pickeled ginger, then a dab of wasabi whipped cream
then a drizzle of soy reduction.
Serve on platter
Friday, September 25, 2009
Seasonal Flu and H1N1 Info
Thanks to Dr. Ohl and Dr. Givner from Wake Forest University Baptist Hospital for coming in today to talk about the H1N1 virus. For more information vist:
http://www.flu.gov/
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1FLU/
http://flu.nc.gov/epi/gcdc/flu.html
Free Flu Vaccine Clinics:
(this is for the regular vaccine not H1N1)
Flu Clinic Dates:
Tuesdays, September 22 and 29, and October 6 and 13.
Location:
Forsyth County Department of Public Health
799 Highland Avenue, Winston Salem, NC 27101
Cost:
Free to the publicAppointments:
The flu clinic is a walk-in clinic (first come, first serve).
Accommodations will be made on-site for those with special needs.
Flu Clinic Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Types of Vaccine Available:
Injections (shots) only. Nasal-spray flu vaccine will not be available at the Health Dept.
When to Get Vaccinated:
The seasonal flu vaccine will not protect against the novel H1N1 (swine) flu. Therefore, all people are encouraged to get a seasonal flu shot as early as it is available because the vaccine for H1N1 will not be available until later in the fall.
Who should get a flu shot?
In general, anyone who wants to reduce their chances of getting the flu can get vaccinated. However, certain people should get vaccinated each year. They are either people who are at high risk of having serious flu complications or people who live with or care for those at high risk for serious complications.
People who should get vaccinated this year are:
Children and adults at high risk for complications from the flu, including:
All children age 6 months through 18 years
Adults 50 years of age and older
Pregnant women
Anyone with long-term health problems, such as heart disease, lung disease, asthma, kidney disease, diabetes, muscle or nerve disorders, weakened immune system, anemia and other blood disorders
Residents of nursing homes and other long term care facilities
Children 6 months though 18 years of age on long-term aspirin treatment
Anyone who lives with or cares for people at high risk for flu-related complications:
Healthcare workers
Household contacts and caregivers of children from birth to 5 years of age
Household contacts and caregivers of people 50 years of age or older or anyone with medical conditions that puts them at high risk from severe complications from the flu
http://www.flu.gov/
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1FLU/
http://flu.nc.gov/epi/gcdc/flu.html
Free Flu Vaccine Clinics:
(this is for the regular vaccine not H1N1)
Flu Clinic Dates:
Tuesdays, September 22 and 29, and October 6 and 13.
Location:
Forsyth County Department of Public Health
799 Highland Avenue, Winston Salem, NC 27101
Cost:
Free to the publicAppointments:
The flu clinic is a walk-in clinic (first come, first serve).
Accommodations will be made on-site for those with special needs.
Flu Clinic Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Types of Vaccine Available:
Injections (shots) only. Nasal-spray flu vaccine will not be available at the Health Dept.
When to Get Vaccinated:
The seasonal flu vaccine will not protect against the novel H1N1 (swine) flu. Therefore, all people are encouraged to get a seasonal flu shot as early as it is available because the vaccine for H1N1 will not be available until later in the fall.
Who should get a flu shot?
In general, anyone who wants to reduce their chances of getting the flu can get vaccinated. However, certain people should get vaccinated each year. They are either people who are at high risk of having serious flu complications or people who live with or care for those at high risk for serious complications.
People who should get vaccinated this year are:
Children and adults at high risk for complications from the flu, including:
All children age 6 months through 18 years
Adults 50 years of age and older
Pregnant women
Anyone with long-term health problems, such as heart disease, lung disease, asthma, kidney disease, diabetes, muscle or nerve disorders, weakened immune system, anemia and other blood disorders
Residents of nursing homes and other long term care facilities
Children 6 months though 18 years of age on long-term aspirin treatment
Anyone who lives with or cares for people at high risk for flu-related complications:
Healthcare workers
Household contacts and caregivers of children from birth to 5 years of age
Household contacts and caregivers of people 50 years of age or older or anyone with medical conditions that puts them at high risk from severe complications from the flu
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Stop Trafficking Now!
World Relief North Carolina is excited to announce their partnership with Stop Child Trafficking Now. On the weekend of Saturday, September 26th-27th, people from cities across the nation will walk to stop child trafficking now.
Stop Child Trafficking Now is an organization that works to fight the demand side of trafficking. Funds raised by walkers and volunteers will help special elite operatives to investigate and bring justice to the predators that are victimizing children across the world. Participants can also support local victims of trafficking by choosing World Relief North Carolina as a partner organization when they register for the walk. Please join World Relief North Carolina and and other community members to take a stand against child trafficking!
Walk Details:
Length of Walk: 5k Location: Oak Ridge Town Park, just outside of Greensboro
Date: Saturday, September 26th
Time: Registration starts at 9am, Walk begins at 10am
How to Get Involved:
1) Volunteer to help before the walk or on walk day.
2) Be a team captain. Rally your friends, family, small group, or coworkers help you take a stand in this fight.
3) Sign up to be a walker.
4) Financially support the cause. Even if you can't participate on walk day, you can still make an impact. You can give a general donation or support a walkerthat is raising funds.How to
Register: Go to www.SCTNow.org and click on Sign-Up Now. Remember to choose World Relief North Carolina as a partner organization when you register.
Questions about the Walk?
1) More information about the Greensboro walk is available on the walk website.
2) Email the community ambassadors at Greensboro@SCTNow.org OR contact Heather Blackerby at World Relief. 336-887-9007
Stop Child Trafficking Now is an organization that works to fight the demand side of trafficking. Funds raised by walkers and volunteers will help special elite operatives to investigate and bring justice to the predators that are victimizing children across the world. Participants can also support local victims of trafficking by choosing World Relief North Carolina as a partner organization when they register for the walk. Please join World Relief North Carolina and and other community members to take a stand against child trafficking!
Walk Details:
Length of Walk: 5k Location: Oak Ridge Town Park, just outside of Greensboro
Date: Saturday, September 26th
Time: Registration starts at 9am, Walk begins at 10am
How to Get Involved:
1) Volunteer to help before the walk or on walk day.
2) Be a team captain. Rally your friends, family, small group, or coworkers help you take a stand in this fight.
3) Sign up to be a walker.
4) Financially support the cause. Even if you can't participate on walk day, you can still make an impact. You can give a general donation or support a walkerthat is raising funds.How to
Register: Go to www.SCTNow.org and click on Sign-Up Now. Remember to choose World Relief North Carolina as a partner organization when you register.
Questions about the Walk?
1) More information about the Greensboro walk is available on the walk website.
2) Email the community ambassadors at Greensboro@SCTNow.org OR contact Heather Blackerby at World Relief. 336-887-9007
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday!!!
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. Prices are good w/ store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) from 9/23-9/29/2009
Food Lion:
Value Pack Ground Chuck--$1.68/lb
Chicken Drumsticks-$0.87/lb
Bone in Assorted Pork Chops- $1.99/lb
Frozen Turkey-$0.79/lb
Yellow Peaches-$0.99/lb
24-32 loads Purex Laundry Detergent-BOGO
6 Dbl Rolls-Quilted Northern TP-BOGO
7.25 Food Lion Mac ‘n Cheese- $0.10/box
24 oz. Jennie-O Turkey Tenderloins-BOGO
Farm Raised Tilapia-$2.99/lb
3 lb. Golden Apples, $2.99
Harris Teeter
Buy 2 Get 3 Free (Limit 10):
Deli pre-sliced Meats and Cheese
Blue Bunny Ice Cream
Ken’s Salad Dressing
Progresso Soup.
Buy 1 get 1:
Top Round London Broil or Top Round Roast
Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast
1 lb Sweet Strawberries
50 oz. Purex
Kelloggs Raisin Bran
2 Lb. EZ Peel White Shrimp.
Fresh Foods Market Take and Bake 14” Pizza
8 oz. Sargento Cheese
Meal of the Week:
All of the Following for $10.99
1.7 lb. Harris Teeter Pork Loin Fillet
2 lb. Package HT Farmer’s Market Carrots
24 oz. Package Harris Teeter Mashed Potatoes
2 lb. bag HT Farmers Market Salad
Lowes Foods:
Suave Shampoo and Conditioner (When you sign up for e-offers)- $0.38/ea
Family Pack NY Strip Steaks-$6.77/lb
Boston Butt Pork Roast $0.99/lb
Milk $1.99/gal
Lowes Foods Sandwich $0.79
Gala Apples $0.99/lb
BOGO on the following:
Contessa Shrimp
Fresh Step Cat Litter
Cap’n Crunch Cereal
Pure and Natural Liquid Soap or Body Wash
Soft Soap liquid soap
Top Care Toothbrushes, Cotton Balls, Nail Polish Remover or Nasal Spray
Food Lion:
Value Pack Ground Chuck--$1.68/lb
Chicken Drumsticks-$0.87/lb
Bone in Assorted Pork Chops- $1.99/lb
Frozen Turkey-$0.79/lb
Yellow Peaches-$0.99/lb
24-32 loads Purex Laundry Detergent-BOGO
6 Dbl Rolls-Quilted Northern TP-BOGO
7.25 Food Lion Mac ‘n Cheese- $0.10/box
24 oz. Jennie-O Turkey Tenderloins-BOGO
Farm Raised Tilapia-$2.99/lb
3 lb. Golden Apples, $2.99
Harris Teeter
Buy 2 Get 3 Free (Limit 10):
Deli pre-sliced Meats and Cheese
Blue Bunny Ice Cream
Ken’s Salad Dressing
Progresso Soup.
Buy 1 get 1:
Top Round London Broil or Top Round Roast
Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast
1 lb Sweet Strawberries
50 oz. Purex
Kelloggs Raisin Bran
2 Lb. EZ Peel White Shrimp.
Fresh Foods Market Take and Bake 14” Pizza
8 oz. Sargento Cheese
Meal of the Week:
All of the Following for $10.99
1.7 lb. Harris Teeter Pork Loin Fillet
2 lb. Package HT Farmer’s Market Carrots
24 oz. Package Harris Teeter Mashed Potatoes
2 lb. bag HT Farmers Market Salad
Lowes Foods:
Suave Shampoo and Conditioner (When you sign up for e-offers)- $0.38/ea
Family Pack NY Strip Steaks-$6.77/lb
Boston Butt Pork Roast $0.99/lb
Milk $1.99/gal
Lowes Foods Sandwich $0.79
Gala Apples $0.99/lb
BOGO on the following:
Contessa Shrimp
Fresh Step Cat Litter
Cap’n Crunch Cereal
Pure and Natural Liquid Soap or Body Wash
Soft Soap liquid soap
Top Care Toothbrushes, Cotton Balls, Nail Polish Remover or Nasal Spray
Monday, September 21, 2009
Self Defense tips With Allen Branch
For more information about Krav Maga or the many other programs offered at Fitness One Training Systems visit http://www.myfitnessone.com/ or email Allen at trainer@myfitnessone.com.
Why learn self-defense?
Recent FBI Crime Reports found that
Why learn self-defense?
Recent FBI Crime Reports found that
- males are victimized at rates 22% higher than females.
- Rape and sexual assault are the exception; females were raped at a rate about eight times that of males.
- Males are more likely to be victimized by a stranger, females by someone they know.
7 out of 10 sexual assault victims know their offender. - A woman who fights back gains an 86% chance of avoiding the rape and incurs little chance of additional injury. Most injuries occur before the woman starts fighting back.
- Women using knives or guns in self defense were raped less than 1% of the time. (Kleck and Sayles, 1990)
- Young people aged 12 - 24 are most often the victims of a violent crime.
- Students age 12 through 18 were victims of about 186,000 serious violent crimes at school, and about 476,000 away from school. (1999)
- Persons age 16 -19 are raped at 35 times that of persons age 50 - 64 and are twice as likely to be robbed as persons age 25 - 34.
- Most homicide victims were young. In 1998, 63% of murder victims were under 35, and about 11% were under age 18.
- Workplace violence accounted for 18% of all violent crime between 1993 to 1999.
- At work or on duty, U.S. residents experienced over 1.7 million violent victimizations annually including 325,000 aggravated assaults, 36,500 rapes , 70,000 robberies, and 900 homicides.
- Weapon use :
In about 1 : 4 (26%) of violent crimes, a weapon was present.
Offenders had weapons in 6% of rapes and 55% of robberies in 2000.
Homicides are most often committed with handguns. In 1999, 65% of homicides were committed with guns, 13% with knives, 6% with blunt objects, and 16% with other weapons.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Ace that Interview!!
Are you going on a job interview in the near future? Are you ready?
The difference between getting a job (and not getting a job) is often the personal interview. Nerve-racking, sure, but it’s your chance to make a big impression. New York City career coach Frederick Ball, author of “Killer Interviews,” has some winning advice...How to ace an interview - six tips:
www.parade.com/news/2009/09/06-you-can-get-a-job-now.html?index=13
The difference between getting a job (and not getting a job) is often the personal interview. Nerve-racking, sure, but it’s your chance to make a big impression. New York City career coach Frederick Ball, author of “Killer Interviews,” has some winning advice...How to ace an interview - six tips:
www.parade.com/news/2009/09/06-you-can-get-a-job-now.html?index=13
Thursday, September 17, 2009
CBC Day Retreats
This is a great opportunity to bless your favorite ministry worker or pastor! CBC Day Retreats offers:
- A fun and complete mental and physical break from a day in the office
- Gift certificates for anyone on your leadership staff
- Full day events or outings for your whole administrative team
- We cater to special requests for individuals, or couples you may be counseling
What They Provide:
- Fun, recreation, and rejuvenation
- A great day of encouragement, away from the constant scrutiny
- All the equipment, hosting, and guidance necessary to facilitate the experience(s)
- Mountain cabins and lakeside cottages for overnight stays
For more information, Contact Andy:
CBC Day Retreats
2152 Stoneridge Place
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
828.898.3093
Keeping Kids Safe on the Net
Thanks to Tim Morris for the great info about keeping our children safe online. Here are some links that he has shared with us for more information:
www.netsmartz.org
www.pcmag.com
To contact Tim, you can send him an email at tim@pronetdesigns.net
www.netsmartz.org
www.pcmag.com
To contact Tim, you can send him an email at tim@pronetdesigns.net
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. Prices are good w/ store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) from 9/ 16-9/22/2009
Food Lion:
Mega Meat Sale!!!
Value Pack Boneless NY Strip Steaks-$4.99/lb
Split Chicken Breasts-$0.97/lb
Boneless Chuck Roast or Value Pack Steaks-$2.79/lb
Vacuum Pack Smithfield Ham-$0.99/lb
Smithfield Center Cut Ham Slices-50% off-$2.49/lb
Country Style Pork Ribs $1.37/lb.
Food Lion Ground Turkey $1.99
Food Lion Bologna-$0.99
16 oz Gwaltney Bacon-$2
12 OZ. Food Lion Turkey Bacon-$2.00
8 oz. Food Lion Baked Ham-BOGO
Food Lion Jumbo Shrimp 16 oz. Bag-BOGO
Ball Park Franks-BOGO
Also…
Premium On-The-Vine Tomatoes- $0.99/lb
Pepsi 12 Pack Cans-$4/10 –limit 4
Fresh Deli Ham $3.99/lb.
14-16 oz Quaker Cap’n Crunch BOGO ($1.60 ea)
Chips Ahoy-BOGO
Campbells Chunky Soup- 2/$3
56 oz. FL Ice Cream 2/$4
18 Double Rolls Angel Soft TP-$7.99
Tropicana Pure Premium OJ-2/$5
Lowes Foods:
T-Bone Steaks-$4.99/lb.
Split Chicken Breasts-$0.99/lb
King Crab Legs-$6.99/lb.
Buy 2 Get 3 Free on the Following Items:
64 oz. Old Orchard Juice
LFS Liquid Laundry Detergent (32 loads)
Pop Secret Popcorn
Newmans Own Coffee
PictSweet Seasoned Vegetables
Navel Oranges
BOGO on the Following Items:
Shady Brook Farms Ground Turkey
Carolina Pride Smoked Sausage
Jumbo Western Cantaloupes
Edy’s Ice Cream
Star’s Chicken Salad
Star’s Chicken and Dumplings
Palermo’s Pizza
Kellog’s Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies or Honey Smacks Cereal
Ruffle’s Potato Chips
Town House Crackers
Thomas’ Bagels
LFS Cheese Singles
LFS Paper Towels Big Roll
Bakery Kaiser Rolls
48 oz. Edy’s Ice Cream
LFS Paper Towels
21 lb. Fresh Step Cat Litter
Also…Sign Up for E-Offers From Lowes Foods and
get the following deals:
Doz. LFS large eggs $0.39
LFS Orange Juice 64oz. $0.99
LFS butter-me-nots biscuits $0.19
12 oz. LFS bacon- $0.99
Harris Teeter:
Triple Manufacturer Coupons up to $0.99
Limit 20 Per Household Per Day
Baby Back Ribs-BOGO
2.5 lb. IQF Chicken Breast-BOGO
Green Giant Canned Corn, Peas or Green Beans-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Deli Oven Roasted Turkey Breast $3.99/lb
California Red and Green Seedless Grapes.$0.99/lb.
Hormel Bacon-BOGO
Harris Teeter Large Eggs - $0.97
Harris Teeter Bread- $0.97
Deli Made, Ready to Eat Foot Long Subs- $3.99 each
50 oz. Tide Detergent-$5.77
Meal of the Week…Must buy all of these items
to get deal:
$5.99 for the following:
16 oz. John Morrell Bistro Naturals Beef Franks
8 ct. Harris Teeter Hot Dog Buns
1 lb. Fresh Foods Market Homestyle Potato Salad
24 oz. HT Kosher Dill Spears
2 Liter HT Soda
Food Lion:
Mega Meat Sale!!!
Value Pack Boneless NY Strip Steaks-$4.99/lb
Split Chicken Breasts-$0.97/lb
Boneless Chuck Roast or Value Pack Steaks-$2.79/lb
Vacuum Pack Smithfield Ham-$0.99/lb
Smithfield Center Cut Ham Slices-50% off-$2.49/lb
Country Style Pork Ribs $1.37/lb.
Food Lion Ground Turkey $1.99
Food Lion Bologna-$0.99
16 oz Gwaltney Bacon-$2
12 OZ. Food Lion Turkey Bacon-$2.00
8 oz. Food Lion Baked Ham-BOGO
Food Lion Jumbo Shrimp 16 oz. Bag-BOGO
Ball Park Franks-BOGO
Also…
Premium On-The-Vine Tomatoes- $0.99/lb
Pepsi 12 Pack Cans-$4/10 –limit 4
Fresh Deli Ham $3.99/lb.
14-16 oz Quaker Cap’n Crunch BOGO ($1.60 ea)
Chips Ahoy-BOGO
Campbells Chunky Soup- 2/$3
56 oz. FL Ice Cream 2/$4
18 Double Rolls Angel Soft TP-$7.99
Tropicana Pure Premium OJ-2/$5
Lowes Foods:
T-Bone Steaks-$4.99/lb.
Split Chicken Breasts-$0.99/lb
King Crab Legs-$6.99/lb.
Buy 2 Get 3 Free on the Following Items:
64 oz. Old Orchard Juice
LFS Liquid Laundry Detergent (32 loads)
Pop Secret Popcorn
Newmans Own Coffee
PictSweet Seasoned Vegetables
Navel Oranges
BOGO on the Following Items:
Shady Brook Farms Ground Turkey
Carolina Pride Smoked Sausage
Jumbo Western Cantaloupes
Edy’s Ice Cream
Star’s Chicken Salad
Star’s Chicken and Dumplings
Palermo’s Pizza
Kellog’s Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies or Honey Smacks Cereal
Ruffle’s Potato Chips
Town House Crackers
Thomas’ Bagels
LFS Cheese Singles
LFS Paper Towels Big Roll
Bakery Kaiser Rolls
48 oz. Edy’s Ice Cream
LFS Paper Towels
21 lb. Fresh Step Cat Litter
Also…Sign Up for E-Offers From Lowes Foods and
get the following deals:
Doz. LFS large eggs $0.39
LFS Orange Juice 64oz. $0.99
LFS butter-me-nots biscuits $0.19
12 oz. LFS bacon- $0.99
Harris Teeter:
Triple Manufacturer Coupons up to $0.99
Limit 20 Per Household Per Day
Baby Back Ribs-BOGO
2.5 lb. IQF Chicken Breast-BOGO
Green Giant Canned Corn, Peas or Green Beans-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
Deli Oven Roasted Turkey Breast $3.99/lb
California Red and Green Seedless Grapes.$0.99/lb.
Hormel Bacon-BOGO
Harris Teeter Large Eggs - $0.97
Harris Teeter Bread- $0.97
Deli Made, Ready to Eat Foot Long Subs- $3.99 each
50 oz. Tide Detergent-$5.77
Meal of the Week…Must buy all of these items
to get deal:
$5.99 for the following:
16 oz. John Morrell Bistro Naturals Beef Franks
8 ct. Harris Teeter Hot Dog Buns
1 lb. Fresh Foods Market Homestyle Potato Salad
24 oz. HT Kosher Dill Spears
2 Liter HT Soda
I always new Kernersville was the Center of the Universe, Now It's Also Part of the Middle East!
You really need to check out this awesome festival this weekend. There is nothing else like it!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Mama Wasn't Always Right? Say It Isn't So!
Check out this article from CNN.com:
Now that you have kids, you've probably realized that there was actually some sense behind all that advice your mother gave you.
There is a lot of sense behind some of mama's advice, but other adages are not quite right.
Maybe you can thank her for your perfect posture (even though it took 4,567 reminders to stand up straight) or for insisting on all those family dinners. Then again, some things need not be passed down to yet another generation. Take a look.
Mama always said: Eat more! Kids are starving!
That's true, but probably not in your house. The clean-plate club isn't where it's at anymore. It's important to give kids the chance to stop eating based on appetite, instead of external cues like an empty bowl, says Marilyn Tanner-Blasiar, a pediatric dietitian at Washington University School of Medicine. It helps them stay attuned to their feelings of satiety.
When they lose that connection, the risk of becoming overweight goes up. But moms wouldn't be moms if they didn't worry about their kids' food. It's never going to be easy to let go, but if you give them healthy options and allow them to eat when they're hungry and stop when they're full, the rest will take care of itself.
Mama always said: Don't sit so close to the TV -- you'll ruin your eyes
Actually, you won't, and neither will your kids. According to the American Optometric Association, children can't harm their eyes by sitting with their noses practically pressed against the flat-screen. Watching close-up, however, may cause eyestrain, which can lead to headaches, says Dr. Vincent Iannelli, a Dallas, Texas, pediatrician.
Eyestrain doesn't worsen vision, but it's not comfortable, either. For healthier viewing, remind your children not to watch in total darkness -- the sharp contrast between the room and the TV can worsen strain -- and have them plop down about ten feet away. But if you have a child who's always sitting really close, she may be having a hard time seeing. Ask her to scooch to a more normal distance, and if she can't see the screen clearly, get her eyes checked.
Mama always said: Don't read in the dark
Smart thinking. Just as watching TV in a black void can cause eyestrain, so it goes with reading in low light, says Cathy Doty, a pediatric optometrist in New Bern, North Carolina. And if kids keep it up for long periods (like your voracious reader, who sneaks in extra chapters with a flashlight under the covers), it can lead to intermittent blurred vision and headaches.
All of these symptoms resolve with rest, but this behavior can speed the onset of nearsightedness in kids who are genetically predisposed, says Doty. To protect their peepers, make sure kids have at least 60 watts of light to read under and encourage them to keep books (and computer screens) at arm's length and to take frequent breaks.
Mama always said: Don't frown, you'll get wrinkles
Yep, you might. Furrowing your brow millions of times over your life can leave a line or two eventually. So can laughing. There's no way to avoid it, nor any reason to try.
Our facial muscles move to express emotion. And without those muscles, we couldn't eat, drink, smile, or kiss. The best way to help protect your kids' future faces and skin from head to toe? Load them up with SPF and keep on encouraging all the healthy stuff you already do: Try a vegetable. Run outside and play. And most of all, have fun!
Mama always said: Sit up straight
Good one, Nana. Slumping over puts major pressure on the neck, shoulders, and back, not to mention that it keeps the lungs from completely filling. But constantly scolding kids to correct their posture is frustrating. Instead, try to keep your kids active, says Patrice Winter, a physical therapist and assistant professor at George Mason University. It will give their muscles the strength needed to maintain alignment -- without nagging!
Mama always said: That music is too loud
It probably is. If you have a kid who goes nowhere without her iPod, there's a good chance she's rocking her way to some hearing loss later, says Dr. Craig Derkay, professor of otolaryngology and pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School. If she likes her tunes loud, ask her to take a break every 20 minutes or so. You can also consider springing for noise-canceling headphones: They drown out background sounds, so she'll be less tempted to turn it up.
Mama always said: We're having dinner together because that's what families do
She was onto something. Kids are more likely to eat a balanced meal when the family dines together, says Kathleen Burklow, a clinical psychologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. And it's an all-around great way to connect. Don't stress if you can't do it every night (who can?); instead, make the most of the time you have.
If you always get the same one-word responses, have the kids ask you questions about your day. Or come up with a few very specific questions for everyone to answer, like what made you laugh today? What was the nicest thing someone did for you today? What was the nicest thing you did? You might be surprised at how much you actually hear.
Mama always said: Eat your breakfast
Pass it down. There is no doubt that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Studies have proven that children who eat an a.m. meal perform better in school. Plus, many breakfast foods are excellent sources of calcium, iron, and fiber, all of which tend to be lacking in many children's diets. If your kids are picky breakfast eaters, have them grab a handful of raisins, some dry cereal, or even some leftover pizza to nibble on when they're ready.
Mama always said: Put on a coat, you'll catch a cold
The only thing your kid is likely to get from being outside in the cold is... cold. "When I was growing up, my grandmother insisted I bundle up in even slightly cold weather because 'getting cold could make you sick,'" says Sue Stevens of Arlington, Texas. "I knew from my school health class that she was wrong and that germs make you sick. I let my own son play in the rain, sleep under a ceiling fan, and play soccer in short pants in freezing weather. He never had colds afterward!" That's because only cold and flu viruses cause those illnesses.
There is some research that suggests that prolonged exposure to chilly temps may dampen the immune system because it puts a strain on the body. But that's not the same as making you sick. So if your kid wants to tough out the chilly season in his skimpy but oh-so-hip hoodie, save yourself the fight. Let him!
Now that you have kids, you've probably realized that there was actually some sense behind all that advice your mother gave you.
There is a lot of sense behind some of mama's advice, but other adages are not quite right.
Maybe you can thank her for your perfect posture (even though it took 4,567 reminders to stand up straight) or for insisting on all those family dinners. Then again, some things need not be passed down to yet another generation. Take a look.
Mama always said: Eat more! Kids are starving!
That's true, but probably not in your house. The clean-plate club isn't where it's at anymore. It's important to give kids the chance to stop eating based on appetite, instead of external cues like an empty bowl, says Marilyn Tanner-Blasiar, a pediatric dietitian at Washington University School of Medicine. It helps them stay attuned to their feelings of satiety.
When they lose that connection, the risk of becoming overweight goes up. But moms wouldn't be moms if they didn't worry about their kids' food. It's never going to be easy to let go, but if you give them healthy options and allow them to eat when they're hungry and stop when they're full, the rest will take care of itself.
Mama always said: Don't sit so close to the TV -- you'll ruin your eyes
Actually, you won't, and neither will your kids. According to the American Optometric Association, children can't harm their eyes by sitting with their noses practically pressed against the flat-screen. Watching close-up, however, may cause eyestrain, which can lead to headaches, says Dr. Vincent Iannelli, a Dallas, Texas, pediatrician.
Eyestrain doesn't worsen vision, but it's not comfortable, either. For healthier viewing, remind your children not to watch in total darkness -- the sharp contrast between the room and the TV can worsen strain -- and have them plop down about ten feet away. But if you have a child who's always sitting really close, she may be having a hard time seeing. Ask her to scooch to a more normal distance, and if she can't see the screen clearly, get her eyes checked.
Mama always said: Don't read in the dark
Smart thinking. Just as watching TV in a black void can cause eyestrain, so it goes with reading in low light, says Cathy Doty, a pediatric optometrist in New Bern, North Carolina. And if kids keep it up for long periods (like your voracious reader, who sneaks in extra chapters with a flashlight under the covers), it can lead to intermittent blurred vision and headaches.
All of these symptoms resolve with rest, but this behavior can speed the onset of nearsightedness in kids who are genetically predisposed, says Doty. To protect their peepers, make sure kids have at least 60 watts of light to read under and encourage them to keep books (and computer screens) at arm's length and to take frequent breaks.
Mama always said: Don't frown, you'll get wrinkles
Yep, you might. Furrowing your brow millions of times over your life can leave a line or two eventually. So can laughing. There's no way to avoid it, nor any reason to try.
Our facial muscles move to express emotion. And without those muscles, we couldn't eat, drink, smile, or kiss. The best way to help protect your kids' future faces and skin from head to toe? Load them up with SPF and keep on encouraging all the healthy stuff you already do: Try a vegetable. Run outside and play. And most of all, have fun!
Mama always said: Sit up straight
Good one, Nana. Slumping over puts major pressure on the neck, shoulders, and back, not to mention that it keeps the lungs from completely filling. But constantly scolding kids to correct their posture is frustrating. Instead, try to keep your kids active, says Patrice Winter, a physical therapist and assistant professor at George Mason University. It will give their muscles the strength needed to maintain alignment -- without nagging!
Mama always said: That music is too loud
It probably is. If you have a kid who goes nowhere without her iPod, there's a good chance she's rocking her way to some hearing loss later, says Dr. Craig Derkay, professor of otolaryngology and pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School. If she likes her tunes loud, ask her to take a break every 20 minutes or so. You can also consider springing for noise-canceling headphones: They drown out background sounds, so she'll be less tempted to turn it up.
Mama always said: We're having dinner together because that's what families do
She was onto something. Kids are more likely to eat a balanced meal when the family dines together, says Kathleen Burklow, a clinical psychologist in Cincinnati, Ohio. And it's an all-around great way to connect. Don't stress if you can't do it every night (who can?); instead, make the most of the time you have.
If you always get the same one-word responses, have the kids ask you questions about your day. Or come up with a few very specific questions for everyone to answer, like what made you laugh today? What was the nicest thing someone did for you today? What was the nicest thing you did? You might be surprised at how much you actually hear.
Mama always said: Eat your breakfast
Pass it down. There is no doubt that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Studies have proven that children who eat an a.m. meal perform better in school. Plus, many breakfast foods are excellent sources of calcium, iron, and fiber, all of which tend to be lacking in many children's diets. If your kids are picky breakfast eaters, have them grab a handful of raisins, some dry cereal, or even some leftover pizza to nibble on when they're ready.
Mama always said: Put on a coat, you'll catch a cold
The only thing your kid is likely to get from being outside in the cold is... cold. "When I was growing up, my grandmother insisted I bundle up in even slightly cold weather because 'getting cold could make you sick,'" says Sue Stevens of Arlington, Texas. "I knew from my school health class that she was wrong and that germs make you sick. I let my own son play in the rain, sleep under a ceiling fan, and play soccer in short pants in freezing weather. He never had colds afterward!" That's because only cold and flu viruses cause those illnesses.
There is some research that suggests that prolonged exposure to chilly temps may dampen the immune system because it puts a strain on the body. But that's not the same as making you sick. So if your kid wants to tough out the chilly season in his skimpy but oh-so-hip hoodie, save yourself the fight. Let him!
Thursday, September 10, 2009
This Morning's Guests--George Bryan, Lea Metz, Dr. Gary Chapman
In Studio guests this morning...
George Bryan, Jr - President / CEO of the Children's Home in Winston-Salem
Lea R. Metz - Development and Marketing Specialist
The Children's Home is celebrating 100 Years this weekend (September 12 + 13)Family Fun events planned for Saturday and Sunday. Details here: http://www.goodnessgrowshere.org/
The Children's Home
1001 Reynolda RoadWinston-Salem, NC 27104
Phone: 721-7600www.tchome.org
Dr Gary Chapman 'God Encounters...In Law Relationships''
God Encounters' is a heartfelt praise and worship, a casual, loving, and secure environment, speakers who address real life issues from a Biblical perspective, drama, testimonies, prayer, and relationships. This service is open to women in the triad. God Encounters meets the third Tuesday night of each month at 7:00 pm in Calvary's Worship Center. The doors open at 6:30 pm. Details: http://www.calvarynow.com/templates/System/details.asp?id=44069&PID=623241
BOOK: In-Law Relationships” by Dr Chapman
http://www.garychapman.org/inlaw-relationship.htm
George Bryan, Jr - President / CEO of the Children's Home in Winston-Salem
Lea R. Metz - Development and Marketing Specialist
The Children's Home is celebrating 100 Years this weekend (September 12 + 13)Family Fun events planned for Saturday and Sunday. Details here: http://www.goodnessgrowshere.org/
The Children's Home
1001 Reynolda RoadWinston-Salem, NC 27104
Phone: 721-7600www.tchome.org
Dr Gary Chapman 'God Encounters...In Law Relationships''
God Encounters' is a heartfelt praise and worship, a casual, loving, and secure environment, speakers who address real life issues from a Biblical perspective, drama, testimonies, prayer, and relationships. This service is open to women in the triad. God Encounters meets the third Tuesday night of each month at 7:00 pm in Calvary's Worship Center. The doors open at 6:30 pm. Details: http://www.calvarynow.com/templates/System/details.asp?id=44069&PID=623241
BOOK: In-Law Relationships” by Dr Chapman
http://www.garychapman.org/inlaw-relationship.htm
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Deep Fried Butter?!?
How to make your own deep-fried butter
04:39 PM CDT on Friday, September 4, 2009
You have to wait until the State Fair of Texas starts on Sept. 25 to try Abel Gonzales's version of fried butter.
Also Online State Fair of Texas' contenders include deep-fried butter, peaches
Guidelive.com: State Fair of Texas
Database: Texas' Favorite Recipes
We couldn't wait, so we asked food stylist Karen Elizabeth Watts to fry up her own version. She says it's a two-step process, but well worth the effort. The butter center must be made ahead and frozen to ensure perfect crispy outside with a creamy center.
Cathy Barber
Fried Butter
Butter center:
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons cream cheese
3 tablespoons berry jam (flavor of choice)
Cream butter, sugar, cream cheese and jam together with an electric mixer until smooth. Using a melon baller, form 1-inch balls of butter mixture and arrange them on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Freeze until solid, at least two hours.
Batter:
1 cup flour
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup chilled club soda (plus up to 1/4 cup additional if batter is too thick)
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Fold chilled club soda into dry mixture. Do not overmix; batter will be slightly lumpy and thick.
Heat 3 1/2 cups peanut oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, to 350 F.
Working with frozen butter balls, skewer frozen balls one at a time and dip in batter. Place battered butter ball in hot oil and remove skewer, using a second skewer to dislodge. Fry for 30 to 45 seconds and turn with slotted spoon. Allow battered butter to fry for an additional 30 to 45 seconds or until lightly browned.
Remove fried butter balls from oil with slotted spoon and cool on a rack for at least 1 minute. (I know it will be hard to wait.) Skewer and eat, State-Fair style. Careful, contents of fried butter will remain hot.
Variations:
Garlic Fried Butter: Omit sugar and jam from butter center; add 1 tablespoon garlic powder. Omit sugar from batter.
Plain Fried Butter: Omit jam from butter center.
04:39 PM CDT on Friday, September 4, 2009
You have to wait until the State Fair of Texas starts on Sept. 25 to try Abel Gonzales's version of fried butter.
Also Online State Fair of Texas' contenders include deep-fried butter, peaches
Guidelive.com: State Fair of Texas
Database: Texas' Favorite Recipes
We couldn't wait, so we asked food stylist Karen Elizabeth Watts to fry up her own version. She says it's a two-step process, but well worth the effort. The butter center must be made ahead and frozen to ensure perfect crispy outside with a creamy center.
Cathy Barber
Fried Butter
Butter center:
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons cream cheese
3 tablespoons berry jam (flavor of choice)
Cream butter, sugar, cream cheese and jam together with an electric mixer until smooth. Using a melon baller, form 1-inch balls of butter mixture and arrange them on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Freeze until solid, at least two hours.
Batter:
1 cup flour
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup chilled club soda (plus up to 1/4 cup additional if batter is too thick)
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Fold chilled club soda into dry mixture. Do not overmix; batter will be slightly lumpy and thick.
Heat 3 1/2 cups peanut oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, to 350 F.
Working with frozen butter balls, skewer frozen balls one at a time and dip in batter. Place battered butter ball in hot oil and remove skewer, using a second skewer to dislodge. Fry for 30 to 45 seconds and turn with slotted spoon. Allow battered butter to fry for an additional 30 to 45 seconds or until lightly browned.
Remove fried butter balls from oil with slotted spoon and cool on a rack for at least 1 minute. (I know it will be hard to wait.) Skewer and eat, State-Fair style. Careful, contents of fried butter will remain hot.
Variations:
Garlic Fried Butter: Omit sugar and jam from butter center; add 1 tablespoon garlic powder. Omit sugar from batter.
Plain Fried Butter: Omit jam from butter center.
Friday, September 04, 2009
Singin' w/ Smitty
The "A New Hallelujah" tour with Michael W. Smith is heading to Winston-Salem. Kicking off October 22nd, in Orlando, Florida, the “New Hallelujah World Tour” will introduce a new element to the U.S. tour dates by adding local voices from the community. Each concert will feature a mass community choir comprised of local vocalists and choir members from multiple churches throughout the surrounding area. The choirs will join Smith as he performs classic fan favourites as well as music from his award-winning album A New Hallelujah and A New Hallelujah: The Live Worship DVD.
If you are interested in being part of this choir, email: gduncan@ljvm.com
If you are interested in being part of this choir, email: gduncan@ljvm.com
Free Chick Fil-A Monday!
Chick-fil-A is offering a FREE Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich to all customers wearing
‘sports-related apparel’ this Labor Day Monday (Sept. 7)
So, wear your favorite team tee-shirt, hat or jersey and get a FREE Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich
this Labor Day Monday (Sept. 7).
Offer valid 10:30am until close this Monday.
(Also, check out http://www.chickenwave.com/ for a chance to win various Chick-fil-A prizes)
BTW: Virginia Tech vs Alabama (Sat 8pm) in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
Details at http://www.chickfila.com/
‘sports-related apparel’ this Labor Day Monday (Sept. 7)
So, wear your favorite team tee-shirt, hat or jersey and get a FREE Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich
this Labor Day Monday (Sept. 7).
Offer valid 10:30am until close this Monday.
(Also, check out http://www.chickenwave.com/ for a chance to win various Chick-fil-A prizes)
BTW: Virginia Tech vs Alabama (Sat 8pm) in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
Details at http://www.chickfila.com/
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Heaven on Earth
For more information about Camp Bethel in Wise, Virginia, visit their website: www.campbethel.com
The place is awesome! I'll fill you in on Family Camp Weekend '09 on Tuesday.
The place is awesome! I'll fill you in on Family Camp Weekend '09 on Tuesday.
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Need Some Haberdashing?
See my friend Michael Boyce at Tom James. He will come to you with fine clothing and suits! You can also find on their website instructions on how to tie a bowtie and a necktie!
3000 Bethesda Place, Suite 302
Winston-Salem
m.boyce@tomjames.com
336-760-8331
336-408-4499
3000 Bethesda Place, Suite 302
Winston-Salem
m.boyce@tomjames.com
336-760-8331
336-408-4499
How to Enter the Heavenly Layer Cake Contest On-line
Today is the deadline to get your entry for the WBFJ Heavenly Layer Cake contest into the Dixie Classic Fair. This year, the fair has added an option to submit your entry form on-line. Here are step-by-step instructions:
Go to http://www.blueribbonfair.com/BRFairProd/BlueRibbonStart.aspx?ID=1491
Go to http://www.blueribbonfair.com/BRFairProd/BlueRibbonStart.aspx?ID=1491
Click on "Create Account" tab, enter required info (you do not need to fill out Club Name, Division, Grade, School, Federal ID, Farm Name or Premise Code). Your password must be at least 7 characters long.
Click on "Save Account Information"
Click "Accept" under Terms of Service
In Premium Book window, choose Department S6-Special Food Contests
Below that, choose "110 WBFJ", click "add" button
Click "OK" on popup window that says "General Entry Added"
Click on "Tickets & Misc. Items/Checkout" tab
Click box saying "I affirm I have read and affirm the rules and regulations..."
Click "Submit"
You will recieve an email confirming your entry.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Cookin' with Bacon
Sautéed Shrimp Scampi
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size: 8
Categories: seafood
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 pound medium shrimp -- peeled and de-veined
1 pound pasta --cooked
6 ounces butter
4 tablespoons white wine
4 tablespoons lemon juice -- freshly squeezed
4 tablespoons chicken broth
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese -- grated
2 tablespoons scallion -- chopped
1 tablespoon garlic -- minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley -- chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Sauté Shrimp in 1 ounce of the butter utill half cooked
Add garlic and sauté 30 more seconds
Add wine lemon and broth simmer until reduced by half
Add parsley scallion, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat to very low and swirl in remaining butter until sauce thickens and is smooth
Toss with pasta
Yield:
"2 pounds"
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size: 8
Categories: seafood
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 pound medium shrimp -- peeled and de-veined
1 pound pasta --cooked
6 ounces butter
4 tablespoons white wine
4 tablespoons lemon juice -- freshly squeezed
4 tablespoons chicken broth
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese -- grated
2 tablespoons scallion -- chopped
1 tablespoon garlic -- minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley -- chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Sauté Shrimp in 1 ounce of the butter utill half cooked
Add garlic and sauté 30 more seconds
Add wine lemon and broth simmer until reduced by half
Add parsley scallion, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat to very low and swirl in remaining butter until sauce thickens and is smooth
Toss with pasta
Yield:
"2 pounds"
Monday, August 24, 2009
Proof that You DO Have Time to Exercise!
From our Fitness One Trainer Allen Branch:
No time in your schedule for workout? Check out our grid below to see if you might can find 1-2 hours per week to squeeze in a workout or 2.
Enjoy!
24x7 = 168 hours in a week
168
-56 hours for sleep
112
-40 hours for work
72
-2 hours each day just shopping, preparing food for family ect
58
-1 hour per day just driving carpooling ect
51
-1 hour per day to watch tv
44
-1 hour per day to sit on the couch and just chill
37
-5 hours per week to go to church
32
-6 hours each week to eat out, go to movies, go shopping ect
26
-1 hour per day to just talk on the phone to friends
19
-4 hours per week IN THE GYM
=15 hours still leftover!!
All of this and it is very padded, still leaves 15 hours of free time...So do you really not have time to work out in your schedule?
Our Personal Training programs start at only 2 days per week at 30 minutes per workout. If you want to get in shape, we can help you find a way to get it into your busy schedule!
Stay strong!
Allen Branch CPT, SCS, NASM-PES
Fitness One Training Solutions
American Martial Arts Systems
336-655-4558
www.myfitnessone.com
trainer@myfitnessone.com
"Its time to put a fitness expert in your corner."
No time in your schedule for workout? Check out our grid below to see if you might can find 1-2 hours per week to squeeze in a workout or 2.
Enjoy!
24x7 = 168 hours in a week
168
-56 hours for sleep
112
-40 hours for work
72
-2 hours each day just shopping, preparing food for family ect
58
-1 hour per day just driving carpooling ect
51
-1 hour per day to watch tv
44
-1 hour per day to sit on the couch and just chill
37
-5 hours per week to go to church
32
-6 hours each week to eat out, go to movies, go shopping ect
26
-1 hour per day to just talk on the phone to friends
19
-4 hours per week IN THE GYM
=15 hours still leftover!!
All of this and it is very padded, still leaves 15 hours of free time...So do you really not have time to work out in your schedule?
Our Personal Training programs start at only 2 days per week at 30 minutes per workout. If you want to get in shape, we can help you find a way to get it into your busy schedule!
Stay strong!
Allen Branch CPT, SCS, NASM-PES
Fitness One Training Solutions
American Martial Arts Systems
336-655-4558
www.myfitnessone.com
trainer@myfitnessone.com
"Its time to put a fitness expert in your corner."
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Hearing Everett
Luke Everett and his brother, Eddie, were children when their family moved to the deserts of Baja California Mexico. They will be here with us to share from their perspective how God used their family in the face of enormous obstacles. The film is a call to action for the “ordinary church member” who may believe that God cannot use them.
This film will be shown at the West Campus of Calvary Baptist Church on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22 at 6:00 PM. The Saturday showing will feature subtitles in Spanish. Then, on Sunday at 6:30 PM, they will have a showing for the deaf with sign language interpretation.
The West Campus is strategically located at the intersection of Hwy. 801 and Hwy. 158 in Davie County with easy access from exit 180 off interstate 40.
For more information about the showing this weekend visit: http://www.calvarynow.com/templates/System/details.asp?id=44069&PID=608065
For more information about the Everett Brothers and their amazing ministry visit:
http://hearingeverett.com/
This film will be shown at the West Campus of Calvary Baptist Church on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22 at 6:00 PM. The Saturday showing will feature subtitles in Spanish. Then, on Sunday at 6:30 PM, they will have a showing for the deaf with sign language interpretation.
The West Campus is strategically located at the intersection of Hwy. 801 and Hwy. 158 in Davie County with easy access from exit 180 off interstate 40.
For more information about the showing this weekend visit: http://www.calvarynow.com/templates/System/details.asp?id=44069&PID=608065
For more information about the Everett Brothers and their amazing ministry visit:
http://hearingeverett.com/
Safety by Design Class-Saturday 11/7/09
Safety by Design will teach you the skills you need to stay safe in public.
Saturday, November 7th 2009
Kernersville Library, Lower Level
9:00am-1:00pm
You will receive expert training on:
Steps to be more aware of your surroundings
How to predict potential trouble and ways to avoid it
How your body physically reacts to danger and how to use this to your advantage
The advantages of pepper spray and how to effectively use it
Practical hands on exercises include
The proper use of pepper spray
Defensive strikes against offenders
For more information or to register online visit
www.appliedcrimeprevention.com
or contact them at 336-399-7733
Saturday, November 7th 2009
Kernersville Library, Lower Level
9:00am-1:00pm
You will receive expert training on:
Steps to be more aware of your surroundings
How to predict potential trouble and ways to avoid it
How your body physically reacts to danger and how to use this to your advantage
The advantages of pepper spray and how to effectively use it
Practical hands on exercises include
The proper use of pepper spray
Defensive strikes against offenders
For more information or to register online visit
www.appliedcrimeprevention.com
or contact them at 336-399-7733
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
A Better Way to Make a Living
http://www.betterwaytomakealiving.com/better_way/index.php
Discover A Better Way To Make A Living...and A Life
Working Americans today are overworked, financially strained, and dissatisfied with their job and lack of balance in their work and lives. What's worse, they see little hope of their circumstances changing.
That's where Peter Bourke's book, A Better Way to Make a Living…and a Life comes in. Peter, through his writing and speaking delivers what many Christians in the workplace need most today:
A way to transform their view of work and where it fits in their lives as Christians by exploring God's view of work as well as the role of purpose, God's calling, and balance in your work-life
A new perspective on today's work environment with both the threats and the countless opportunities represented by the "new normal" and how to thrive and utilize your Christian faith in the workplace
A roadmap for achieving a "peace" of work that explores our work and life priorities
And real-life examples of people who, while still a work in process, have been successful in discovering their God-given talents, and achieving a sense of joy, peace, and balance in their work-life
In short, A Better Way to Make a Living…and a Life provides hope for the majority of the U.S. workforce experiencing job misery or job dissatisfaction.
Discover A Better Way To Make A Living...and A Life
Working Americans today are overworked, financially strained, and dissatisfied with their job and lack of balance in their work and lives. What's worse, they see little hope of their circumstances changing.
That's where Peter Bourke's book, A Better Way to Make a Living…and a Life comes in. Peter, through his writing and speaking delivers what many Christians in the workplace need most today:
A way to transform their view of work and where it fits in their lives as Christians by exploring God's view of work as well as the role of purpose, God's calling, and balance in your work-life
A new perspective on today's work environment with both the threats and the countless opportunities represented by the "new normal" and how to thrive and utilize your Christian faith in the workplace
A roadmap for achieving a "peace" of work that explores our work and life priorities
And real-life examples of people who, while still a work in process, have been successful in discovering their God-given talents, and achieving a sense of joy, peace, and balance in their work-life
In short, A Better Way to Make a Living…and a Life provides hope for the majority of the U.S. workforce experiencing job misery or job dissatisfaction.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Tightwad Tuesday
Here are some of the best deals at the “Big 3” grocery stores this coming week. You have to use your store card (MVP/VIC/Lowes) Prices are good from 8/19-8/25/2009.
Food Lion :
Value Pack T-Bone or Porterhouse Steaks- $4.99/lb.
Boneless Pork Loin-50% off
Grade A Whole Chicken Fryers- 69¢/lb
Food Lion IQF Chicken Breast or Tenders-BOGO
On –the-Vine Tomatoes- $1.29
Yellow or White Peaches-99¢/ lb
Pluots (Plum/Apricot hybrid) $1.29/lb
Rotisserie or 8 pc. Fried Chicken-$4.99
Doritos-BOGO
Food Lion Purified Water-2/$7
Food Lion Cereals-11oz-$1.89
PET Ice Cream-BOGO
The following items are 10/$10--$1 each:
Chef Boyardee Pasta or Microwave Bowls
Michelina’s regular or Lean Gourmet Frozen Entrees
Hunt’s Manwich or Canned Tomatoes
Hunts Ketchup or BBQ Sauce32 oz. Gatorade or 24 oz. Propel
6ct. Kool-Aid Bursts
Lowe’s Foods:
Boneless top round London Broil-$1.99/lb
80% lean ground beef-$1.99/lb.
Sanderson Farms Fresh Split Chicken Breast -$0.99/lb
Alaskan Snow Crab Leg Clusters-$3.99/lb
Croissant, Lean or Hot Pockets-$1.97
Doritos-BOGO
Lowes Foods Bottled Watter-24 pk-$2.99
Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Crunch (18.2 oz), Frosted Bite-Size Mini Wheats (24 oz.), Corn Flakes (18 oz)- BOGO
Angel Soft TP (12 or 24 Rolls) or Sparkle Paper Towels (6 or 8 rolls) / 2 for $10
Oscar Mayer all beef bologna-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
6 count Cinnamon Rolls- BOGO
Seedless Watermelon-Personal Size- $2.99/each
Curly’s Pulled Pork BBQ-BOGO
Chex Cereal 12-14 oz.-2/$4
LFS White Bread-$0.89
The following items are 5/$5 or $1 each:
6 oz blackberries or raspberries
2 liter Pepsi products
Michelina’s Entrees
LFS Paper Towels
Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta
Kraft BBQ Sauce
LFS Saltines
Hunt’s Snack Pack Pudding 4 ct.
LFS Rice 1lb.
Bakery French Bread
Carolina Pride Franks or Bologna
Tony’s Pizza
Harris Teeter
Bone-in Rib Steak-$4.99/lb.
Buy 1 get 2 Free:
2lbs. (21-30 ct.) EZ Peel White Shrimp
1 lb. California Sweet Strawberries
BOGO (Buy One Get One Free):
Perdue Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast -$0.99/lb
6oz Red Raspberries
HT All Natural Ice Cream
12 ct Fridge Pack Coca-Cola Products
64 oz. Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice
64 oz. Motts Apple Juice
Pre-Sliced Deli Meats and Cheeses
50 oz. Arm and Hammer or Whisk Laundry Detergent
Smithfield Whole Boneless Pork Tenderloin
12 oz. Eight O’Clock Coffee
26oz. Bertolli Pasta Sauce
21 lb. Arm & Hammer Cat Litter
e-Vic Special (must be signed up for e-Vic online: www.harristeeter.com)
10 Pack Minute Maid Juice Boxes-$0.99/ea - Limit 1
$5.99 Meal Deal-(buy all 5 items for $5.99)
2 lb. Rancher Ground Chuck (Chub Pack)
8 ct. HT Hamburger Buns
8 oz. HT Cheese Singles
16 oz. HT Baked beans
24-32 oz. HT Frozen Potatoes
Ready to Eat from the Deli Meal- 1 entrée and 1 side for $9.99-
Monday-Lasagna
Tuesday-12 Piece Baked Chicken
Wednesday-Roasted Pork Loin
Thursday-Rotisserie Chicken
Friday- Meatloaf
Choose from the following sides: broccoli & rice casserole, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, garden salad
Food Lion :
Value Pack T-Bone or Porterhouse Steaks- $4.99/lb.
Boneless Pork Loin-50% off
Grade A Whole Chicken Fryers- 69¢/lb
Food Lion IQF Chicken Breast or Tenders-BOGO
On –the-Vine Tomatoes- $1.29
Yellow or White Peaches-99¢/ lb
Pluots (Plum/Apricot hybrid) $1.29/lb
Rotisserie or 8 pc. Fried Chicken-$4.99
Doritos-BOGO
Food Lion Purified Water-2/$7
Food Lion Cereals-11oz-$1.89
PET Ice Cream-BOGO
The following items are 10/$10--$1 each:
Chef Boyardee Pasta or Microwave Bowls
Michelina’s regular or Lean Gourmet Frozen Entrees
Hunt’s Manwich or Canned Tomatoes
Hunts Ketchup or BBQ Sauce32 oz. Gatorade or 24 oz. Propel
6ct. Kool-Aid Bursts
Lowe’s Foods:
Boneless top round London Broil-$1.99/lb
80% lean ground beef-$1.99/lb.
Sanderson Farms Fresh Split Chicken Breast -$0.99/lb
Alaskan Snow Crab Leg Clusters-$3.99/lb
Croissant, Lean or Hot Pockets-$1.97
Doritos-BOGO
Lowes Foods Bottled Watter-24 pk-$2.99
Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Crunch (18.2 oz), Frosted Bite-Size Mini Wheats (24 oz.), Corn Flakes (18 oz)- BOGO
Angel Soft TP (12 or 24 Rolls) or Sparkle Paper Towels (6 or 8 rolls) / 2 for $10
Oscar Mayer all beef bologna-Buy 2 Get 3 Free
6 count Cinnamon Rolls- BOGO
Seedless Watermelon-Personal Size- $2.99/each
Curly’s Pulled Pork BBQ-BOGO
Chex Cereal 12-14 oz.-2/$4
LFS White Bread-$0.89
The following items are 5/$5 or $1 each:
6 oz blackberries or raspberries
2 liter Pepsi products
Michelina’s Entrees
LFS Paper Towels
Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta
Kraft BBQ Sauce
LFS Saltines
Hunt’s Snack Pack Pudding 4 ct.
LFS Rice 1lb.
Bakery French Bread
Carolina Pride Franks or Bologna
Tony’s Pizza
Harris Teeter
Bone-in Rib Steak-$4.99/lb.
Buy 1 get 2 Free:
2lbs. (21-30 ct.) EZ Peel White Shrimp
1 lb. California Sweet Strawberries
BOGO (Buy One Get One Free):
Perdue Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast -$0.99/lb
6oz Red Raspberries
HT All Natural Ice Cream
12 ct Fridge Pack Coca-Cola Products
64 oz. Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice
64 oz. Motts Apple Juice
Pre-Sliced Deli Meats and Cheeses
50 oz. Arm and Hammer or Whisk Laundry Detergent
Smithfield Whole Boneless Pork Tenderloin
12 oz. Eight O’Clock Coffee
26oz. Bertolli Pasta Sauce
21 lb. Arm & Hammer Cat Litter
e-Vic Special (must be signed up for e-Vic online: www.harristeeter.com)
10 Pack Minute Maid Juice Boxes-$0.99/ea - Limit 1
$5.99 Meal Deal-(buy all 5 items for $5.99)
2 lb. Rancher Ground Chuck (Chub Pack)
8 ct. HT Hamburger Buns
8 oz. HT Cheese Singles
16 oz. HT Baked beans
24-32 oz. HT Frozen Potatoes
Ready to Eat from the Deli Meal- 1 entrée and 1 side for $9.99-
Monday-Lasagna
Tuesday-12 Piece Baked Chicken
Wednesday-Roasted Pork Loin
Thursday-Rotisserie Chicken
Friday- Meatloaf
Choose from the following sides: broccoli & rice casserole, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, garden salad
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
A Helping Hand for Alder's Point
Guests on the Morning Show (Aug 12)
- Dr Sir Walter Mack, Jr (Senior Pastor - Union Baptist Church)
-Tony Love, one of the 97 residents affected by the Alder's Point apartment fire July 14 in Winston-Salem. .
Want to Help?
Monetary donations: Union Baptist Church Fire-Friend Fund
1200 N. Trade St. in Winston-Salem
724-9305 (Ext 222)http://www.unionbaptistwsnc.org/beyond_fourwalls.html
- Dr Sir Walter Mack, Jr (Senior Pastor - Union Baptist Church)
-Tony Love, one of the 97 residents affected by the Alder's Point apartment fire July 14 in Winston-Salem. .
Want to Help?
Monetary donations: Union Baptist Church Fire-Friend Fund
1200 N. Trade St. in Winston-Salem
724-9305 (Ext 222)http://www.unionbaptistwsnc.org/beyond_fourwalls.html
Gettin' Fit w/ Alan Branch
Why Healthy Nutrition is Important
We recommend you eat healthy 90% of the time. But what is healthy nutrition? And why does healthy nutrition matter anyway? This post will explain why healthy nutrition is important.
Examples of Healthy Nutrition:
Whole, unprocessed foods. These foods come as close as possible to their natural state and are not (or little) processed. 90% of your food intake should consist of whole foods. Examples:
* Meat, Poultry & Fish. Ground round, chicken breast, tuna, mackerel, …
* Dairy. Whole eggs, cottage cheese, plain fat free yogurt, milk, …
* Whole Grains. Oats, rice, quinoa, pasta, …
* Healthy Fats. Olive oil, mixed nuts, fish oil, real butter, …
* Fresh Fruits & Veggies. Spinach, broccoli, bananas, apples, oranges, …
* Frozen/Canned Fruits & Veggies. But only if additive-free.
Examples: pineapple cans without added sugars, pre-cut frozen broccoli, …
Example of Unhealthy Nutrition.
Processed foods. These are altered from their natural state for safety & convenience. Their labels usually have a huge list of ingredients. And they’re filled with salts, sugars, trans-fats, … Examples:
* Packaged Snacks. Chips, cakes, cookies, crackers, sugar coated nuts, …
* Processed Meats. Hot dogs, bologna, sausages, lunch meats, …
* Calorie Beverages. Sodas, fruit juices, sugar alcohol, …
* Pre-made Meals. Frozen meals, cans of ravioli, pizzas, …
* Deep Fried Foods. French fries, fish sticks, fried seafood, …
* Junk Food. Ice cream, Mc Donalds, kebab, …
* And More. Bagels, margarine, sugary breakfast cereals, …
Why Healthy Nutrition is Important.
The easiest way to be sure you’re getting healthy nutrition: prepare your food yourself. This gives you total control over ingredients and thus results. Benefits of healthy
nutrition:
* Fat Loss. Processed foods contain trans-fats & sugars which prevent fat loss. You need to eat whole foods 90% of the time to lose fat.
* Spare Muscle. Eating alkaline whole foods like spinach maintains the acid-base balance in your body and prevents muscle & bone loss.
* More Energy. Eat junk and you’ll feel like junk: upset stomach, bloated, tired, lethargic, … Whole foods will make you feel better.
* Joint & Skin Health. Increasing your intake of fish oil decreases the onset of joint & skin inflammations. Think less tendinitis, less acne, …
* Overall Health. Whole foods don’t have all the sugars, trans- fats, salts & chemicals. Whole foods are also richer in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Which means lower risks of cancer, obesity, heart disease, diabetes.
You can get away with junk food 10% of the time. Maybe even more. But it’s a slippery slope: easy to get back to your old, bad habits.
Next will be a discussion on portion control....It is a key move in keeping your caloric intake under check.
Have you visited our new web site? Check it out along with our new blog at http://www.myfitnessone.com/
I now have only 3 training slots open during the week for any new potential clients. If you are interested in training, please e-mail me at trainer@myfitnessone.com. We have also added now 2 more trainers to the team who are now filling their training schedules. Looking for a quality workout, with an educated trainer that guarantees results?
E- mail now for more information, Fall is coming when open slots become hard to find.
Maybe it's time to put a fitness expert in your corner!
Stay strong!
Allen Branch CPT, SCS, NASM-PES
Fitness One Training Solutions
American Martial Arts Systems
336-655-4558
trainer@myfitnessone.com
"Its time to put a fitness expert in your corner."
We recommend you eat healthy 90% of the time. But what is healthy nutrition? And why does healthy nutrition matter anyway? This post will explain why healthy nutrition is important.
Examples of Healthy Nutrition:
Whole, unprocessed foods. These foods come as close as possible to their natural state and are not (or little) processed. 90% of your food intake should consist of whole foods. Examples:
* Meat, Poultry & Fish. Ground round, chicken breast, tuna, mackerel, …
* Dairy. Whole eggs, cottage cheese, plain fat free yogurt, milk, …
* Whole Grains. Oats, rice, quinoa, pasta, …
* Healthy Fats. Olive oil, mixed nuts, fish oil, real butter, …
* Fresh Fruits & Veggies. Spinach, broccoli, bananas, apples, oranges, …
* Frozen/Canned Fruits & Veggies. But only if additive-free.
Examples: pineapple cans without added sugars, pre-cut frozen broccoli, …
Example of Unhealthy Nutrition.
Processed foods. These are altered from their natural state for safety & convenience. Their labels usually have a huge list of ingredients. And they’re filled with salts, sugars, trans-fats, … Examples:
* Packaged Snacks. Chips, cakes, cookies, crackers, sugar coated nuts, …
* Processed Meats. Hot dogs, bologna, sausages, lunch meats, …
* Calorie Beverages. Sodas, fruit juices, sugar alcohol, …
* Pre-made Meals. Frozen meals, cans of ravioli, pizzas, …
* Deep Fried Foods. French fries, fish sticks, fried seafood, …
* Junk Food. Ice cream, Mc Donalds, kebab, …
* And More. Bagels, margarine, sugary breakfast cereals, …
Why Healthy Nutrition is Important.
The easiest way to be sure you’re getting healthy nutrition: prepare your food yourself. This gives you total control over ingredients and thus results. Benefits of healthy
nutrition:
* Fat Loss. Processed foods contain trans-fats & sugars which prevent fat loss. You need to eat whole foods 90% of the time to lose fat.
* Spare Muscle. Eating alkaline whole foods like spinach maintains the acid-base balance in your body and prevents muscle & bone loss.
* More Energy. Eat junk and you’ll feel like junk: upset stomach, bloated, tired, lethargic, … Whole foods will make you feel better.
* Joint & Skin Health. Increasing your intake of fish oil decreases the onset of joint & skin inflammations. Think less tendinitis, less acne, …
* Overall Health. Whole foods don’t have all the sugars, trans- fats, salts & chemicals. Whole foods are also richer in vitamins, minerals and fiber. Which means lower risks of cancer, obesity, heart disease, diabetes.
You can get away with junk food 10% of the time. Maybe even more. But it’s a slippery slope: easy to get back to your old, bad habits.
Next will be a discussion on portion control....It is a key move in keeping your caloric intake under check.
Have you visited our new web site? Check it out along with our new blog at http://www.myfitnessone.com/
I now have only 3 training slots open during the week for any new potential clients. If you are interested in training, please e-mail me at trainer@myfitnessone.com. We have also added now 2 more trainers to the team who are now filling their training schedules. Looking for a quality workout, with an educated trainer that guarantees results?
E- mail now for more information, Fall is coming when open slots become hard to find.
Maybe it's time to put a fitness expert in your corner!
Stay strong!
Allen Branch CPT, SCS, NASM-PES
Fitness One Training Solutions
American Martial Arts Systems
336-655-4558
trainer@myfitnessone.com
"Its time to put a fitness expert in your corner."
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
A Review of "Scared"
Scared:A Novel on the Edge of the World
In his first novel, Tom Davis gives a face, a name and a story to the facts about AIDS and orphans that he reported on in two of his previous books, Red Letters and Fields of the Fatherless. Gut-wrenching, heart-breaking, repulsive yet redemptive in the end, this book will undoubtedly open the eyes of the reader to the injustices faced by many of the 150 million orphans who live on our planet. It is a difficult but necessary book to read.
The story revolves around an unlikely relationship between Stuart Daniels, an award-winning photojournalist who has lost sight his life's purpose and Adanna, a young African girl who is prematurely forced into adulthood after AIDS claims the lives of both of her parents. Hunger, sickness and the worst kind of abuse are all part of her reality. While her circumstances are desperate, her spirit is strong. It is this quiet strength, along with the protection she receives from a gentle stranger she calls the "Illuminated Man”, which carry her through the atrocities inflicted upon her.
Although Scared is by definition a novel, it blurs the lines between fiction and non-fiction, telling the story of a real girl that Davis met while visiting an orphanage in Swaziland. If Scared was purely a work of fiction, it would be much easier to leave behind. However, the fact that there are hundreds of thousands of "Adannas" facing the same circumstances, makes it nearly impossible to read this book without being moved to respond. Davis capitalizes on this desire to act by sending people to the book's website www.scaredthebook.com where readers can meet the real-life Adanna and learn how to make a difference in the lives of orphaned children.
If Davis' goal was to compel his readers to take action, to speak for those without a voice, to defend the defenseless, to feed the hungry, clothe the naked and to love the unloved, then he can definitely consider Scared a success.
***For a Limited Time, buy Tom Davis' Scared from Caroline's Promise and all of the proceeds will be used towards meeting the needs of orphans in Uganda. Click here to be redirected to the Caroline's Promise store. ***
In his first novel, Tom Davis gives a face, a name and a story to the facts about AIDS and orphans that he reported on in two of his previous books, Red Letters and Fields of the Fatherless. Gut-wrenching, heart-breaking, repulsive yet redemptive in the end, this book will undoubtedly open the eyes of the reader to the injustices faced by many of the 150 million orphans who live on our planet. It is a difficult but necessary book to read.
The story revolves around an unlikely relationship between Stuart Daniels, an award-winning photojournalist who has lost sight his life's purpose and Adanna, a young African girl who is prematurely forced into adulthood after AIDS claims the lives of both of her parents. Hunger, sickness and the worst kind of abuse are all part of her reality. While her circumstances are desperate, her spirit is strong. It is this quiet strength, along with the protection she receives from a gentle stranger she calls the "Illuminated Man”, which carry her through the atrocities inflicted upon her.
Although Scared is by definition a novel, it blurs the lines between fiction and non-fiction, telling the story of a real girl that Davis met while visiting an orphanage in Swaziland. If Scared was purely a work of fiction, it would be much easier to leave behind. However, the fact that there are hundreds of thousands of "Adannas" facing the same circumstances, makes it nearly impossible to read this book without being moved to respond. Davis capitalizes on this desire to act by sending people to the book's website www.scaredthebook.com where readers can meet the real-life Adanna and learn how to make a difference in the lives of orphaned children.
If Davis' goal was to compel his readers to take action, to speak for those without a voice, to defend the defenseless, to feed the hungry, clothe the naked and to love the unloved, then he can definitely consider Scared a success.
***For a Limited Time, buy Tom Davis' Scared from Caroline's Promise and all of the proceeds will be used towards meeting the needs of orphans in Uganda. Click here to be redirected to the Caroline's Promise store. ***
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Extreme Makeover Home Edition Casting Call
Check out this news from WXLV ABC 45:
Do you know a family whose home deserves an Extreme Makeover? If so, the
producers of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition want to hear from you.
Ty Pennington and his crew have been all across the map and now they want to drive that famous bus to North Carolina!
“We are looking for the deserving people and inspiring families that America can reallyroot for,” says Casting Supervisor Morgan Fahey.
What does it take to be picked for an Extreme Makeover? "We're looking for those special people who have amazing strength of character and never give up. Whether it’s keeping their chin up in really tough circumstances or going out of their way to help others. We want to help people whose stories have really affected their community or made a big difference in other people's lives.” Fahey added: "There are a lot of people who are heroes to those around them because of the way they inspire others and quietly serve their communities on a daily basis."
The Extreme Makeover: Home Edition producers are looking for families whose homes desperately need to be rebuilt. “We really want to help families whose homes present major problems for the family, those big issues that affect the family's quality of life on a
daily basis. We want to find deserving people who just don't have the resources, ability, or time to fix those serious issues without our help.”
To be eligible, a family must own their own single family home and be able to show producers how a makeover will make a huge difference in their lives.
Interested families should e-mail a short description of their family story to: CastingNorthCarolina@gmail.com
Nominations may be submitted by the family or by a member of their community. Each nomination must include the names and ages of every member of the household along with a description of the major challenges within the home. Anyone submitting a nomination should be sure to explain why the nominated family is deserving, heroic, and/or a great role model for their community. If possible, include a recent photo of the family. All nominations must include a contact phone number.
The deadline for nominations is August 7, 2009. Don’t delay!
For more information on how to apply please visit our website at:
http://abc.go.com/primetime/xtremehome/index?pn=apply
Do you know a family whose home deserves an Extreme Makeover? If so, the
producers of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition want to hear from you.
Ty Pennington and his crew have been all across the map and now they want to drive that famous bus to North Carolina!
“We are looking for the deserving people and inspiring families that America can reallyroot for,” says Casting Supervisor Morgan Fahey.
What does it take to be picked for an Extreme Makeover? "We're looking for those special people who have amazing strength of character and never give up. Whether it’s keeping their chin up in really tough circumstances or going out of their way to help others. We want to help people whose stories have really affected their community or made a big difference in other people's lives.” Fahey added: "There are a lot of people who are heroes to those around them because of the way they inspire others and quietly serve their communities on a daily basis."
The Extreme Makeover: Home Edition producers are looking for families whose homes desperately need to be rebuilt. “We really want to help families whose homes present major problems for the family, those big issues that affect the family's quality of life on a
daily basis. We want to find deserving people who just don't have the resources, ability, or time to fix those serious issues without our help.”
To be eligible, a family must own their own single family home and be able to show producers how a makeover will make a huge difference in their lives.
Interested families should e-mail a short description of their family story to: CastingNorthCarolina@gmail.com
Nominations may be submitted by the family or by a member of their community. Each nomination must include the names and ages of every member of the household along with a description of the major challenges within the home. Anyone submitting a nomination should be sure to explain why the nominated family is deserving, heroic, and/or a great role model for their community. If possible, include a recent photo of the family. All nominations must include a contact phone number.
The deadline for nominations is August 7, 2009. Don’t delay!
For more information on how to apply please visit our website at:
http://abc.go.com/primetime/xtremehome/index?pn=apply
Monday, August 03, 2009
Cookin' With Bacon
Fresh Mozzarella and Summer Strawberry Salad with
Honey Balsamic Dressing
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 4
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
8 ounces baby lettuce leaves
8 ounces tomato -- heirloom golden
8 ounces tomato -- red ripe
8 ounces cucumber -- peeled
1 pound mozzarella cheese -- fresh
4 ounces yellow bell pepper -- diced
4 ounces walnut -- chopped
1 pound strawberries -- sliced
4 slices French bread -- sliced thin
2 ounces parmesan cheese -- shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 ounces Honey Balsamic Dressing
Wash and dry lettuces
Slice Mozzarella and then cut into dice
about 1/4 inch square
Peel cucumbers then split in half. Seed and slice thin
Cut tomatoes into quarters then slice
Make dressing
Drizzle part of olive oil onto each of four bread slices
Sprinkle slices with cheese then toast until crisp
Combine all vegetable ingredients with nuts and
cheese in large bowl
Add appropriate amount of dressing and toss well
Plate salad and garnish with cheese toasts
Honey Balsamic Dressing
Honey Balsamic Dressing
Recipe By : Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 12
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
8 ounces balsamic vinegar
4 ounces honey
2 each garlic clove -- minced
2 ounces fresh basil
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 each shallot -- minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces extra virgin olive oil
6 ounces canola oil
Add all ingredients except oils and basil into a
large bowl food processor
Process on medium or high
Add oil while processor is spinning until oil reaches
desired consistency (all oil may not be necessary)
Add basil and chill
Yield:
"24 ounces"
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Now that I have seen, I am responsible
Brooke Fraser is a singer/songwriter from New Zealand. She wrote this song after meeting a young girl from Rwanda named Albertine. Powerful!
Empty Shelves at The Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina needs your help.
Leaders say they're in a crisis situation because shelves at the food bank are nearly empty.
Second Harvest supplies food to 400 non-profit organizations in Alamance, Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Caldwell, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Iredell, Randolph, Rockingham, Surry, Stokes, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin Counties.
During the past 12 months, the organizations have distributed food to 8.9 million people.
To find out how you can help, call the Food Bank at 336-784-5770.
Leaders say they're in a crisis situation because shelves at the food bank are nearly empty.
Second Harvest supplies food to 400 non-profit organizations in Alamance, Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Caldwell, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Iredell, Randolph, Rockingham, Surry, Stokes, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin Counties.
During the past 12 months, the organizations have distributed food to 8.9 million people.
To find out how you can help, call the Food Bank at 336-784-5770.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Dollar Store Dos and Don'ts
I love shopping at the Dollar Store, but I realize that not everything there is a great bargain. Check out this fantastic article from the Greensboro News and Record about what to and what NOT to buy at these types of stores: http://www.news-record.com/blog/53458/entry/64259#
Here is the original article from Shop Smart magazine: http://www.shopsmartmag.org/files/Dollar_mania.pdf
Here is the original article from Shop Smart magazine: http://www.shopsmartmag.org/files/Dollar_mania.pdf
It's Tightwad Tuesday!
Here are the grocery deals that will run at the "Big Three" from 7/22-7/28/2009. Thanks to the Kernersville News for the "Early Edition".
Food Lion-
93% Lean Ground Beef-$2.49/lb (Value Pack)
Hamburger Helper-BOGO
Kelloggs F.Flakes, Fruit Loops or Rice Krispies-BOGO
Breyer's Ice Cream-BOGO
24-32 Loads Arm & Hammer Liquid Laundry Detergent-BOGO
Boneless Half Pork Loin 50% off
Hormel Cooked Deli Ham-BOGO
Crazy 8's Sale:
1 pt. Blueberries- $1.88/lb
Yellow and White Peaches- $0.88
Kiwi Fruit-2/$0.88
Mangoes $0.88
Zucchini or Yellow Squash-$0.88
Harris Teeter-
They're back! Super Double Coupons at Harris Teeter! This week only have your coupons doubled up to $1.98 value! Here is what else is on sale (I hope you have some good coupons to match up with these sales!)
Boneless Ribeyes-$5.99/lb
Seedless Red Grapes-$0.99/lb
Northern TP (9, 12 or 24 rolls) $5.99
12 Pack Pepsi Products-BOGO
Frozen Turkey Breast-$0.99
Kellogs Frosted Mini Wheats-BOGO
24 Pack Deer Park Water-BOGO
48 oz. Mayfield Ice Cream-BOGO
Yoplait Yogurt-10/$5
100 oz. Tide $11.99
Tilapia Fillets-$3.99/lb
Lowes Foods-
White Seedless Grapes-$0.99/lb
USDA Choice Boneless Ribeyes-$5.99/lb
85% Lean Ground Turkey-$0.99/lb
King Crab Legs-$6.99/lb
Boston Butt Southern Style Pork Ribs-$1.39/lb
Nature's Own Honey Wheat Bread (20 Oz.)- 2/$3.00
Croissant, Hot or Lean Pockets-$1.88
Ben & Jerry's or Starbucks Ice Cream-BOGO
Edy's Ice Cream-BOGO
Lowes is also having a canned food sale...check your sales fliers out for details.
Food Lion-
93% Lean Ground Beef-$2.49/lb (Value Pack)
Hamburger Helper-BOGO
Kelloggs F.Flakes, Fruit Loops or Rice Krispies-BOGO
Breyer's Ice Cream-BOGO
24-32 Loads Arm & Hammer Liquid Laundry Detergent-BOGO
Boneless Half Pork Loin 50% off
Hormel Cooked Deli Ham-BOGO
Crazy 8's Sale:
1 pt. Blueberries- $1.88/lb
Yellow and White Peaches- $0.88
Kiwi Fruit-2/$0.88
Mangoes $0.88
Zucchini or Yellow Squash-$0.88
Harris Teeter-
They're back! Super Double Coupons at Harris Teeter! This week only have your coupons doubled up to $1.98 value! Here is what else is on sale (I hope you have some good coupons to match up with these sales!)
Boneless Ribeyes-$5.99/lb
Seedless Red Grapes-$0.99/lb
Northern TP (9, 12 or 24 rolls) $5.99
12 Pack Pepsi Products-BOGO
Frozen Turkey Breast-$0.99
Kellogs Frosted Mini Wheats-BOGO
24 Pack Deer Park Water-BOGO
48 oz. Mayfield Ice Cream-BOGO
Yoplait Yogurt-10/$5
100 oz. Tide $11.99
Tilapia Fillets-$3.99/lb
Lowes Foods-
White Seedless Grapes-$0.99/lb
USDA Choice Boneless Ribeyes-$5.99/lb
85% Lean Ground Turkey-$0.99/lb
King Crab Legs-$6.99/lb
Boston Butt Southern Style Pork Ribs-$1.39/lb
Nature's Own Honey Wheat Bread (20 Oz.)- 2/$3.00
Croissant, Hot or Lean Pockets-$1.88
Ben & Jerry's or Starbucks Ice Cream-BOGO
Edy's Ice Cream-BOGO
Lowes is also having a canned food sale...check your sales fliers out for details.
Big Brothers Needed!!
Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Forsyth County Inc
http://www.bbbsnc.org/
107 Westdale Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 724-7993
Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently demonstrates that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring helps at-risk youth overcome the many challenges they face. The most compelling evidence was found by Public/Private Ventures (P/PV),1 showing that Little Brothers and Little Sisters are:
46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs;
27% less likely to begin using alcohol;
52% less likely to skip school;
37% less likely to skip class;
More confident in their schoolwork performance;
Able to get along better with their families.
100 Men in 100 Days Campaign
Through the “100 Men in 100 Days” campaign, the Triad agencies: Big brothers Big Sisters Services Inc (Winston-Salem), Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Greensboro (Greensboro) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Piedmont (Greater High Point) are working to recruit 100 men (or more!) to become Big Brothers between the dates of July 23 – October 31.
If you are interested in becoming a Big Brother, or if your business/organziation is intersted in partnering with them to achieve this goal please give us a call at 336-724-7993 or email them by clicking here.
http://www.bbbsnc.org/
107 Westdale Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27101
(336) 724-7993
Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently demonstrates that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring helps at-risk youth overcome the many challenges they face. The most compelling evidence was found by Public/Private Ventures (P/PV),1 showing that Little Brothers and Little Sisters are:
46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs;
27% less likely to begin using alcohol;
52% less likely to skip school;
37% less likely to skip class;
More confident in their schoolwork performance;
Able to get along better with their families.
100 Men in 100 Days Campaign
Through the “100 Men in 100 Days” campaign, the Triad agencies: Big brothers Big Sisters Services Inc (Winston-Salem), Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Greensboro (Greensboro) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Piedmont (Greater High Point) are working to recruit 100 men (or more!) to become Big Brothers between the dates of July 23 – October 31.
If you are interested in becoming a Big Brother, or if your business/organziation is intersted in partnering with them to achieve this goal please give us a call at 336-724-7993 or email them by clicking here.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
See Spot Cheer!
First Annual FREE CheeReaders Summer Camp
• Saturday, August 22, 2009
• 9:00 a.m. – Noon
• Showcase for Parents – Noon – 1:00
• Gateway YWCA, 1300 South Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• Sponsored and staffed by Varsity/UCA
• FREE!
Activities include:
• Campers will learn chants, cheers, jumps and a dance.
• Campers will have reading time with a cheerleader volunteer.
• Campers will take home a free book of their choice and other
neat prizes.
For more information, visit: http://www.cheereader.com/
Thursday, July 02, 2009
Guatemala Blog
For updates on the Carolines Promise 2009 Guatemala Mission Trip, visit:
http://www.carolinespromise.blogspot.com/
http://www.carolinespromise.blogspot.com/
Jackie Johnson Blood Drive
The 4th Annual Jackie Johnson Blood and Bone Marrow Typing Drive
Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem
(at the church gym)
9am to 8pm
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
(at the church gym)
9am to 8pm
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
To schedule an appointment for the blood drive call:
(336) 413-0337
(336) 413-0337
or visit: http://www.calvarynow.com/
Jackie is a cancer survivor that received donated blood and platelets from donors through the American Red Cross. Jackie is a communications major (Senior year) at Appalachian State University in Boone. Her parents (Brent and Robin Johnson) live in Clemmons.
Help us make our goal of 600 pints!
Last year, the Jackie Johnson Blood Drive,
one of the largest single day blood drives in North Carolina,
collected 562 pints of blood.
Who can give blood through the American Red Cross?
-You must be 17 years old or older
-You must weigh at least 110 lbs
-You can donate blood every 56 days
-Every two seconds someone in the US needs blood
but only 5% of the eligible population donates blood
Last year, the Jackie Johnson Blood Drive,
one of the largest single day blood drives in North Carolina,
collected 562 pints of blood.
Who can give blood through the American Red Cross?
-You must be 17 years old or older
-You must weigh at least 110 lbs
-You can donate blood every 56 days
-Every two seconds someone in the US needs blood
but only 5% of the eligible population donates blood
Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Fourth on the 2nd with the Dash!
By Kevin Terry
President, Winston-Salem Dash
Winston-Salem Dash Baseball is about family fun, affordable entertainment and enjoying a night at the ballpark as a community. Oh, and if you haven't heard, our team is in first place and playing great baseball! These attributes are on full display every night at the ballpark, but when our schedule was released, I circled July 2nd on my calendar as a special date.
I circled that date because the Winston-Salem Dash are at home and it gives us the opportunity to kick off the holiday weekend with a bang! Thousands of families have enjoyed the 4th of July at the ballpark the past few seasons, but unfortunately the team will be on the road this year. We wanted to do everything possible to inform the community of the date change and update you on our holiday festivities.
A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
We figured why wait to start having fun! We'll kick off the Independence Day weekend celebration on Thursday, July 2nd, with a fantastic community fireworks show, presented by our fabulous partner, WilcoHess. Plus, we have made it very affordable for families to attend. We've reduced the price of all tickets ordered in advance to $5. This will allow a family of four a savings of $16 for our best seats, right behind home plate.
FAMILY FUN AND A WHOLE LOT MORE
We've packed the night with as much fun as it can hold!
Pre-game on-field recognition of Dash first-half division title
Pre-game on-field recognition of Dash pitcher Levi Maxwell's recent no-hitter
Pre-game on-field recognition of local military personnel
Best in-game entertainment line-up of the season, including our popular mascot, Bolt!
Post-game Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza, presented by WilcoHess!
YOUR FAMILY IS INVITED
This is a night for the community and I hope your family has the opportunity to come celebrate our nation's independence at the ballpark on July 2nd. Take advantage of our special offer and purchase your tickets in advance by visiting us online at http://www.wsdash.com/ or by calling (336) 714-BATS (2287). We will see you at the ballpark!
President, Winston-Salem Dash
Winston-Salem Dash Baseball is about family fun, affordable entertainment and enjoying a night at the ballpark as a community. Oh, and if you haven't heard, our team is in first place and playing great baseball! These attributes are on full display every night at the ballpark, but when our schedule was released, I circled July 2nd on my calendar as a special date.
I circled that date because the Winston-Salem Dash are at home and it gives us the opportunity to kick off the holiday weekend with a bang! Thousands of families have enjoyed the 4th of July at the ballpark the past few seasons, but unfortunately the team will be on the road this year. We wanted to do everything possible to inform the community of the date change and update you on our holiday festivities.
A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
We figured why wait to start having fun! We'll kick off the Independence Day weekend celebration on Thursday, July 2nd, with a fantastic community fireworks show, presented by our fabulous partner, WilcoHess. Plus, we have made it very affordable for families to attend. We've reduced the price of all tickets ordered in advance to $5. This will allow a family of four a savings of $16 for our best seats, right behind home plate.
FAMILY FUN AND A WHOLE LOT MORE
We've packed the night with as much fun as it can hold!
Pre-game on-field recognition of Dash first-half division title
Pre-game on-field recognition of Dash pitcher Levi Maxwell's recent no-hitter
Pre-game on-field recognition of local military personnel
Best in-game entertainment line-up of the season, including our popular mascot, Bolt!
Post-game Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza, presented by WilcoHess!
YOUR FAMILY IS INVITED
This is a night for the community and I hope your family has the opportunity to come celebrate our nation's independence at the ballpark on July 2nd. Take advantage of our special offer and purchase your tickets in advance by visiting us online at http://www.wsdash.com/ or by calling (336) 714-BATS (2287). We will see you at the ballpark!
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