Mother-Daughter Event featuring Rebecca St. James Coming to Kernersville

‘SHE' CONFERENCE EVENT COMING TO KERNERSVILLE WITH GRAMMY AWARD WINNING CHRISTIAN SINGER REBECCA ST. JAMES—

OCTOBER 8TH

UNIQUE EVENT FOR “MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS”

BRIDGES GENERATION GAP WITH AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION

(Nashville, Tennessee) --September 20, 2010 --In a world filled with 'special events, girls, mark your calendars on Friday, October 8th for one event coming to the local area that truly lives up to the promise of being special.

Grammy Award winning Christian singer, Rebecca St. James is the centerpiece of the "SHE" conference event coming to Kernersville's First Christian Church for a 7:00 P.M. presentation.

The church is located at 1130 North Main Street. Both general admission ($15.00) and Gold Circle tickets ($18) are available through the church, local LifeWay bookstores, and locally by calling (336) 996-7388. Tickets may be resourced online at www.itickets.com and by calling 1-800-955-9324. Tickets will also be available at the door night of the event. More information will be available online at the church website: www.fccministries.com

In the clamor of tweets and iPods, mini-vans and over-booked moms, the SHE event is the rare moment when moms and daughters and their friends can connect for a fun and spiritually uplifting session on life, love, and the pursuit of the real issues that matter to ‘girls’ of all ages.

The conference is built on the concept of celebrating the beauty of becoming a total ‘SHE' woman-safe, healthy and empowered -in every season of life. The conference series was inspired by St. James' best selling books SHE and SHE TEEN (Tyndale) which have been an inspiration to teens and adult women in finding their foundation for life in God's plan for living.

A testimony to the Australian born singer’s creditability as a respected "voice" with today’s young women is seen in her recent book, PURE (Faithwords/Hatchette) being nationally honored with a nomination in the Youth/Young Adult category for "Best Book of 2009” accolades from the prestigious Christian Retailers Association in their annual Reader’s Choice Awards. In the midst of connecting globally with her music, St. James has remarkably found time to author more than a half-dozen best selling Christian books that speak to the youth culture of today and beyond.

Adding to the perfect balance of Rebecca's connection with the audience from her life experiences as a vital young single woman is her ideal counter-balance. Joining her on the SHE conference stage is her real life mentor, Evie Tornquist, herself an award winning Christian singer whose career throughout the 70's and ‘80's inspired millions of record sales and an enduring international following. Now married with two grown children, Evie has been both an inspiration and close personal friend and role model to the younger St. James who herself is no stranger to the term ‘role model.' On outspoken voice for her generation, Rebecca has taken her stand for purity onto concerts stages all over the world. Her best selling single Wait For Me inspired both a best selling book and a message that she has used to passionately inspire an entire generation of young people.

Whether through the rock influenced music of Rebecca, the softer sounds of Evie, or the mutual straight talk from the heart that is the core center of the evening, both women set their music and their life experiences before their audience-welcoming their questions, offering real answers, sharing God's grace, His love, and His passion to reach women with the message of how to live life based on practical biblical principals in a rubber-meets-the-road 21st century.

‘We talk about the things women care about from finding their purpose and security in God, dating and relationship issues, to mentoring, to communicating more effectively with each other-whether teen to parent-or friend to friend," notes Rebecca. Adds Evie: "It's all about celebrating being "girls of God" at every age.”

If You're Going, Can I Hitch A Ride to Victory?

ANNUAL RIDE TO VICTORY TO DEPART ZMAX DRAGWAY,
VISIT VICTORY JUNCTION
Riders continue to Kyle and Pattie Petty’s Adaumont Farms
for special songwriters’ event

CONCORD, N.C. (Sept. 30, 2010) – Country music singers and songwriters, fans,
loyal customers, family and friends will partner to pay tribute to Click Baldwin while
raising money for Victory Junction on the 8th Annual Ride to Victory on Sunday,
Oct. 17. Riders will leave from zMAX Dragway, parade through Victory Junction,
and end the day-long ride with “Kyle Petty & Friends: A Songwriters’ Jam” at
Kyle and Pattie Petty’s Adaumont Farms.

An extension of Kyle Petty Charity Ride, Inc., this year’s Ride to Victory will benefit
Victory Junction, a yearround camping facility serving children with chronic medical
conditions or serious illnesses. Victory Junction is supported completely by generous
donations of individuals, corporations and organizations.

Click Baldwin, longtime friend of Kyle Petty, valuable member of the board of
directors for the KPCR organization and owner of Carolina Harley-Davidson in
Gastonia, passed away in 2008 following a motorcycle accident in Montana. This
year’s fundraiser honors and pays tribute to Baldwin for all his support since the
KylePetty Charity Ride’s inception.

This one-day motorcycle ride gives fans the opportunity to ride across North
Carolina with celebrities while supporting a great cause. The ride is scheduled
for Sunday, Oct. 17, the day after the Bank of America 500at Charlotte Motor
Speedway (ABC 7:30 p.m. EST).

“I always look forward to the Ride to Victory. It’s a fun day ride with new riders
joining every year. Getting to show people Camp for the first time is always special,”
said Kyle Petty. “This year we’re adding music! We’ll end with a ‘jam’ at my farm.
Riding and music together, along with helping Camp; it doesn’t get any better.”

The cost for both the day’s ride and the evening jam is $40 before the event.
Registration will be available at all rally points the day of the event for $50; however,
rider spots are limited and pre-registration is recommended.

Tickets for the Songwriters’ Jam alone are $20 and may also be purchased by
calling 704-714-4545. Tickets at the gate are $25. For more information or
to pre-register, please visit http://www.kylepettycharityride.com/ or call
704-714-4545.

Rally points this year include Tilley Harley-Davidson of Statesville, Iron Horse
Motorcycles in Monroe, Harley-Davidson of Charlotte and Carolina Harley-
Davidson in Gastonia. The full group will depart zMAX Dragway at 10 a.m. and
participate in a “classic” Charity Ride pit stop at Pilot Flying J before arriving at
Victory Junction. Each participating fan and motorcycle enthusiast will receive a
commemorative pin, decal,Ride to Victory VIII T-shirt and more.

Riders will continue to Kyle and Pattie Petty’s Adaumont Farms for “Kyle Petty
& Friends: A Songwriters’Jam.” This special event includes performances
by famous country music singers and songwriters Mark Collie, Billy Montana and
Rafe Van Hoy. They also will join former NASCAR driver and racing analyst Kyle
Petty himself to share personal stories that inspire their songs, as well as perform them.
Kyle will be accompanied by violinist Jimmy Edmonds for a special performance
of his own. 

Collie, Montana and Van Hoy have a combined total of 19 Number One and 17
Top 10 hits. Collie, a staple on the Nashville music scene for more than three decades,
is best known for “Even the Man on the Moon is Crying,” “Born to Love You” and
“Hard Loving Woman” and wrote for George Jones, Tim McGraw, Aaron Tippin and
Garth Brooks. Montana’s Number 1 credits include Garth Brooks’ record-breaking
single, “More Than A Memory,” Sara Evans’ smash “Suds in the Bucket,” and the
Grammy-nominated “Bring On the Rain,” recorded by Jo Dee Messina. Van Hoy
co-wrote George Jones and Tammy Wynette’s compelling hit “Golden Ring” and
Mark Chesnutt’s “Old Flames Have New Names.”

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About Ride to Victory VIII, A Kyle Petty Charity Ride
Founded in 2003, the Ride to Victory builds upon the success of the Kyle Petty
Charity Ride Across America.  Since the Kyle Petty Charity Ride’s formation,
approximately 7,000 riders have logged more than 9.9 million cumulative motorcycle
miles and traveled through 49 states. Most importantly, the Ride has donated more
than $14 million to children’s charities, including Victory Junction.
www.kylepettycharityride.com

About Victory Junction
Victory Junction is a year-round camping environment for children ages 6 to 16
with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses. Founded by Kyle and Pattie
Petty in honor of their son Adam, the camp is located in Randleman, N.C., with
a second location opening soon in Kansas City, Kan. Victory Junction offers programs
for 24 disease groups and maintains strong relationships with 26 partner hospitals.
Victory Junction’s mission is to provide life-changing camping experiences that are
exciting, fun and empowering, in a safe and medically-sound environment. As a
not-for-profit organization, the camp operates solely through the support of generous
donors to provide this experience at no charge to children and their families.
http://www.victoryjunction.org/

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/29: Keeping the Little in Your Girl/Making Your Resume Shine

Today we spoke with "Secret Keeper Girl" series author, Dannah Gresh.  She has a new book called "Six Ways to Keep the Little in Your Girl" that addresses the many pressures that girls today face and how to protect your daughter.  For more information, visit Dannah's website:  http://www.purefreedom.org/
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Randy Wooden from The Wooden Group joined us today to talk about resume writing.  According to Randy, these are the 3 most important components of your resume:

1-Key Words - More and more, companies are using software to scan through resumes, looking for key words that match the posted job description for the position being filled.  Make sure your resume includes these words in the "Career Objectives" section of your resume.

2-Accomplishments - You must seperate yourself from other people with similar qualifications applying for the same postition .  Do this by listing your accomplishments at past jobs, quantifying whenever possible (ie- I increased sales in my department by 20%)

3-Overall Appearance - As with everything, first impressions are so important.  Make sure your resume is visually appealing, laid out well and makes good use of "white space".

For more infomation about the services offered at the Wooden Group or about their free Thursday seminars, you can call Randy at 793-8040 or visit the website: http://www.woodengroup.com/

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/28- How Much do You Know About Religion?/Chatting with Josh Wilson

Are You Smarter Than an Atheist? :)

According to a recent Pew Research study, "Atheists and agnostics, Jews and Mormons are among the highest-scoring groups on a new survey of religious knowledge, outperforming evangelical Protestants, mainline Protestants and Catholics on questions about the core teachings, history and leading figures of major world religions.


On average, Americans correctly answer 16 of the 32 religious knowledge questions on the survey by the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life. Atheists and agnostics average 20.9 correct answers. Jews and Mormons do about as well, averaging 20.5 and 20.3 correct answers, respectively. Protestants as a whole average 16 correct answers; Catholics as a whole, 14.7. Atheists and agnostics, Jews and Mormons perform better than other groups on the survey even after controlling for differing levels of education."

Here is a link to the full article and a sample quiz so you can test and compare your knowledge:  http://www.pewforum.org/Other-Beliefs-and-Practices/U-S-Religious-Knowledge-Survey.aspx?loc=interstitialskip

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Josh Wilson spent some time chatting with the Family Friendly Morning Show today about a variety of subjects, including his coffee drinking habits and his latest single, "I Refuse". For the latest Josh Wilson news, visit his website:  http://www.joshwilsonmusic.com/

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/27- Saving Money at the Fair/ Getting in Shape Before the Holidays

The Dixie Classic Fair begins this Friday and runs through Sunday, October 9.  Here are some ways to save BIG money and have a great time at the fair with your family.

• Advance Tickets: Today through Thursday, you can purchase admission tickets and ride tickets in advance and save money.  Advance tickets are available to buy on-line, at the Joel Coliseum box office or at a variety of places around the triad, including all area Lowes Foods Stores.
• All-You-Can-Ride Days:  Get Your Coupon at a participating Wendy’s and pay admission and $20.00 ($25.00 without coupon) to ride all the rides! Dates: Friday, Oct. 1st, Monday, Oct. 4th, Tuesday, Oct. 5th and Thursday, Oct. 7th
• Early Bird Special: (Any gate) Weekdays only from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.  $3 per person  (Regular admission is $8 ages 12+ and $4 for kids 6-11)

Other Special Promotions and Days:

• Monday, October 4th: Forsyth Tech And School Day (Preschool – 5th Grade)-
  Preschool – 5th grade students free until 2:00; 1 chaperone per 6 students also admitted free. All Forsyth Tech students, faculty and staff admitted free with their Forsyth Tech college ID

• Tuesday, October 5th: Senior Adult Day-
  Senior Adults 65 years and over admitted free with proper ID. Aides assisting seniors this day are also admitted free. Special Fun Time & Special Events for Senior Adults beginning at 10:00 am. **Senior Adults 65 years and over are admitted free all week with proper ID.

• Wednesday, October 6th: Lowes Foods Day-
  Bring 5 cans or non-perishable boxes of food of Lowes Foods house brand and receive free admission. Sponsored by Lowes Foods and Crisis Control Ministry. ADMISSION INTO THE FAIR ALSO INCLUDES YOUR ENTRY INTO THE CONCERT WEDNESDAY EVENING WITH ADDISON ROAD, MATT MAHER AND TENTH AVENUE NORTH!

• Wednesday, October 6th: Special Education Day-Free admission for persons with disabilities and their aides.

• Saturday October 9th, Sunday October 10th: Winston-Salem Journal Family Fun Day Discounted rides for kids 7 and under! Sponsored by Winston-Salem Journal. Kids 7 and under can ride all Strates Shows Kiddieland rides for $8.00 (excluding pony rides), from opening until 5:00 pm.

In addition to taking advantage of the above special promotions, I've found a few other ways to save money when my family of 5 heads to the fair:

• Talk about how much you are willing to spend ahead of time.  Let your kids know how much money you have budgeted for the fair and what that means as far as how many rides/games/food items you'll be able to buy. 
• Give each child their own money to spend however they want to and once it's gone, it's gone.  This also gives a great lesson in budgeting.  If a child chooses to spend lots of money on a game or junk food and then doesn't have any money left to ride their favorite ride, they've learned an important principle in money management.
• Eat before you go and plan on sharing the things you buy there. If you plan to eat dinner at the fair and enjoy extra goodies like elephant ears, ice cream and other deep-fried delecacies, you will spend A LOT of cash.  So,we usually stop at McDonalds on the way to the fair (a treat in iteslf) and hit the dollar menu.  Then, we get some fun food while we are at the fair, but we share it.  That way we all get to taste the treats we love without going broke!_____________________________________________________________

Allen Branch--Fitness One Update:

Fall is here!  The good news is that the weather is more conducive to outdoor workouts, however the days are getting shorter which means you have less time to get out the door and work out.  The other concern is that Halloween candy, Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas Cookies are right around the corner.  How can you prevent gaining weight from the oncoming onslaught of calories?

-Get on a fitness schedule..put it on your calendar. 
-Watch your calorie intake very carefully.  Try the perfect 3-day meal plan offered by Fitness-One.  Text "FITNESSONE" to 313131 to recieve a free copy.
-Try the next 21-day bootcamp at Fitness One.  For more information, email Allen at trainer@myfitnessone.com

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/23-Autumn in the High Country

There is SO much to do in the NC Mountains, and fall is the perfect time for a High Country Getaway!  Get all the details about mountain adventures, leaf color forecasts and upcoming festivals by calling 1-800-438-7500 or visiting http://www.mountainsofnc.com/ or http://www.highcountryhost.com/

More "Rappin for Mac" Entries

We learned last week that WBFJ listeners are a creative bunch (not that there was ever a doubt in our minds).  We asked you to write a rap about winter or about your plans for "Tonight" for your chance to win passes to Winter Wonderslam with Toby Mac & Skillet.    We were able to send several winners to the show, but there were several more of you that sent in raps and we thought these rhymes deserved their moment in the spotlight as well!

Mia's Winter
a carolina winter's a blessing and a curse
we be wishing for snow but what we get is something worse.
it's a curious thing they like to call a wintry mix
but it's just sleet and ice with snow that never sticks.
our feet are cold, so we be jumping up and down
but no need for boots cuz ain't a flake on the ground.
when we do get snow we know the weekend's come
the kids get ready for half a week of fun.
if you wanna venture out, you had better think twice.
just chill for a while, heed the weather man's advice.

Markie Mark's Winter Rap
Alright… Alright…
Yo Vern! Drop me a beat!
(mmmm.. mmmm…)
Here we go … Here we go …
Woke up this morning with a chill in the air –
My son running around with some wild hair!
My daughter in the kitchen with a bowl full of cereal –
The Lord has truly blessed me, that’s 4-REAL!
My wife is getting ready, the kids go to pre-school –
I’m looking out the window, missing days at the pool!
Head to the car and drop the top back –
Click – WBFJ, Hey it’s Toby Mac!
Praise be to God for he has blessed me –
And to all who are listening, Jesus Christ is the key!
Praise be to God, Jesus Christ is the key!
Yes – Yes – Jesus Christ saved me!

It's Winter Time
by James
It’s winter time, It’s winter time
Turn off the A/C turn on the heat again
Shut out the cold, nice and warm within,
Getting out the fleece so good against the skin,
It’s winter time, it’s winter time,
The Santa Man will soon be on his way,
Eight reindeer and gifts on his sleigh,
Singing jingle Bells all the way,
long is the night, short is the day,
It’s winter time, it’s winter time,
People so nice, yippee yo ki-a
we wish you a merry Christmas
And Jesus is the Way.

Tina's Rap about Tonight
Going to pick the boys up after school
Hit the homework, it’s the rule
Making dinner for the man
I think we’re having chicken again!

Kathy's Rap
Hey you have you heard about Toby?
I heard that his show be
Lifting up Jesus, Lifting up God
Forget your worries, Just PRAISE the Lord!!!
Thanks to WBFJ,
We’ll be Jammin the night away

Kelly's Quilting Rap
I'm going down to Mo'ville
Going to see a pal
She wants to learn to make a quilt
I'm going to show her how
We got our scraps of fabric
In our machines we've got thread
We're going to make a blanket
To keep us warm in bed
Women working with their hands
Like Proverbs 31
Always giving glory
To the Father and His Son

Tabby's Rappin Crew
Winter is freezing
and we're not teasing.
When what's cold is your nose,
and you can't feel your toes.
There might be snow on the ground,
or it might be all around.
Don't let it make you frown,
Cause Toby's coming to town.
So at Winter Slam
We're really gonna jam!

Maggie-Mac's Winter Jam
You know I love it when it's WIN-tur!
Snows fallin' all pristine and Qui-et,
Watchin' the kids out in the yard's a Ri-ot,
They sleddin' down the driveway with their old to-boggans,
Climb to the top and then crash at the bottom,
I hear 'em laughin' brings a smile to my face,
Think back when I was younger and was in their place,
We liked to rock our beanies and our bright leg warmers,
Now I'm left inside I'm the official informer,
Schools out are you ready or not?
The kids are goin' crazy and the cocoa's hot!
It's quiet outside but in the house it's jumpin,
Turn up the music and the bass is bumpin,
Over in the corner sit and sip my tea,
I'm over here chillin' by the Nativity,
Set my mama gave me back when I was little,
Sippin' tea, head bangin, compin peanut brittle,
You see, I love it when it's WIN-tur!
You got evergreens, and packages, and spiral hams,
Santa Claus, Silent Night, and awesome jams,
But the reason for the season don't let Him be a stranger,
I'm talkin' bout my savior brought to me in a manger,
A scared kid sleepin in the hay,
Her baby just sleeps and her husband prays,
That they'll make it out alive and how could he know,
That the baby in his arms would make it so,
So yeah I like the cocoa...IT'S HOT IT'S HOT!!!
And yeah I like the snow...IT'S NOT IT'S NOT!!!
I love when school is cancelled...WOO-HOO WOO-HOO!!!
And trying to wait up for Santa...IT'S A HOOT A HOOT!!!
But the best thing 'bout the season-
It's the rhyme and it's the reason-
It's the reason that we have it-
And it's becomin' quite the habit-
It's the quiet it's the loud,
It's alone and it's the crowd,
IT'S CHRIST SENT AS A BABY AND YES AND ALL THE MUSIC BABY!
Rockin' Christmas...rockin' winter...come on you know IT'S A WINNER!!!!!
word!
I'm done! I'm out! Ho, ho...ho!

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/16/10--Winter Wonder Slam "Rappin for Mac"

Winter Wonder Slam is coming to the Greensboro Coliseum on Thursday, December 9th at 7:00.  Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday; however, you can get your tickets right now during a special WBFJ listener pre-sale.  Go to ticketmaster.com  and enter "WBFJ" as your Promo Code.

Congratulations to Clark P. and Marie S., both from Winston-Salem.  They each won 2 spots on the dance floor at Winter Wonderslam by rapping about their plans for tonight.  Here are  the rhymes they busted on the Family Friendly Morning Show

Clark's Rap:
Gonna do my work
Gonna learn some big words
Like emulate, colossus and megalopolis
Gonna play some football
Gonna make an interception
Gonna juke, spin and
Get patted on the back
When we’re all screamin
Touchdown!
Can I hear you say Touchdown?!
Wanna play my guitar
Gonna worship Jesus with songs
Like The Stand and Blessed Be The Name
I’m gonna go to bed
Get a good nights sleep
Gonna dream good dreams
Word

Marie's Rap:
This my story about tonight

I’m gonna get off work and grab a bite
Play with my dog and have some fun
Watch America’s got talent to see who’s won
Getting in the Word cause the Words got me
See for yourself in Deuteronomy
What What What
Deuteronomy!

Another chance to win tomorrow morning around 7:50!

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Darren's "Shirt of Many Colors that His Mama Made for Him"

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/15/10--Chris Sligh & Chris August in 'da House!

Chris Sligh and Chris August joined Your Family Friendly Morning Show today and we may never be the same.  (:  Serioulsy, it was SO much fun hanging out with the guys before Wednesday's mall concert.   By the way, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Chris August's debut album, "No Far Away". 

Chris Sligh also has a new album that just came out this week.  It's called, "The Anatomy of Broken" and, although I haven't heard it yet, I've heard through the grapevine that it's fantastic.

Pics of the guys in studio and the mall concert are coming soon.  Click here for the WBFJ scrapbook.

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What does your car say about you?  A recent study done by UC Davis finds that the kind of car you drive may say a lot about your personality.  Want to know what you drive says about you?  Here'e the article from Yahoo.com

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show 9/13/10-Save Our Sisters/Bowen's Heart/Weekend to Remember

It would be hard not to be impressed by 6 teenagers from Calvary Baptist Church who have decided to help children who are victimized by human trafficking and the sex slave industry.  Kristie, Morgan, Claire, Alaina and Brianna are High School Freshmen who have started a non-profit organization called "Save our Sisters".  Find out how you can partner with these girls and their important ministry here:     http://saveoursisterstoday.com/

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Please pray for Matt Hammitt (Sanctus Real), his wife Sarah and their newborn son, Bowen.  Bowen was born Thursday with a severe heart defect and is having his first heart surgery RIGHT NOW!  Mom and dad will not be able to hold him for several weeks after the surgery.  Stay updated here: http://bowensheart.com/
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Congratulations to Lisa Miller from Winston-Salem!  She and her hubby will enjoy a "Weekend to Remember" presented by Family Life Today at the Sheraton Four Seasons in Greensboro, complements of WBFJ.  You can be a part of this special weekend for married couples, too.  For confrence & registration info, click here.

As Heard on Your Family Friendly Morning Show: Drive Through Food Donations/

Governor's Weekend of Service September 10-12:

Second Harvest Food Bank of NW NC will have a drive through food drive Friday, September 10 from 7am-7pm and Saturday, September 11 from 8am-5pm at its warehouse in Winston-Salem. We’re encouraging the community to bring their donations of non perishable food items to the food bank during those days.

WHEN:
Friday, September 10 7am-7pm
Saturday, September 11 8am-5pm

WHERE:
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC
3655 Reed Street (off Hwy 109), Winston-Salem
Phone: 336.784.5770

http://www.hungernwnc.org/index.html

Christie’s Hallmark will have food donation boxes in their stores across Northwest NC during the same weekend. All who donate food in Christie’s Hallmark stores will receive 20% off their entire purchase on the day of their donation.

WHEN:
Friday-Sunday, September 10-12

WHERE:
921 Eastchester Dr.
Oak Hollow Mall
High Point, NC 27262

804 Friendly Center Rd
Greensboro, NC 27408

930-A South Main St
Kernersville, NC 27284

212 Summit Square blvd
Winston-Salem, NC 27105

408 S. Stratford RD
Winston-Salem, NC 27103

3320 Silas Creek Parkway
Hanes Mall
Winston-Salem, NC 27103

1911 E Broad St
Statesville, NC 28625

For more information about the Second Harvest Food Bank, visit: http://www.hungernwnc.org/index.html

Labor Day Vacation Work-Out

So, if you are one of "those people" who cannot bear the thought of a long weekend away from the gym, Allen Branch from Fitness One in Kernersville offers this quick and simple workout to sustain you through the long weekend:
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DON'T MISS A WORKOUT!

While you're away...
Going to miss a workout over the labor day weekend? Try this for a quick fat-burner and a great workout. (Adjust for your level)

Cardio Interval
-Walk off 75 paces
-Sprint (your level) the distance...Take 3 deep breaths, Repeat x 10

Strength Interval VIDEO ATTACHED
Need a quick workout over the weekend and don't have equipment ready? Try this series of exercises and watch the video here!
Quick Strength Workout using Items from around your house!
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=TheFitnessonetrainer#p/u/0/FsVeMrHANiI

As Heard on the Family Friendly Morning Show 9/1/10: Funky Shoes/Glaen/Streaming Jars

FUNKY SHOES

Today's "Chick-Fil-A Nugget" question revealed that 6 out of 10 women base their first impression of other women on the shoes they are wearing, which led me to ask, "What in the world is up with these new open-toed boots"?   Here are a few exanples...

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GLAEN

Today we talked to Fred Lybrand, author of Glaen (pronounced "glane") , a novella about friendships, dating, romance and marriage.  The book is a great way to start a conversation with your teen/young adult son or daughter about dating. 

Here's a link to the Glaen website:  http://www.glaen.com/

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STREAMING SHELTER

Jars of Clay have a new album "Shelter" that will be released on October 5th.   You can listen to the whole album free for the next few days here:

http://www.hearitfirst.com/artisthome.aspx?f=artisthome&artist_id=1578

Morning Show Wrap-Up 8/31...Free Breakfast/Matthew West/Jumpstarting a Car

FREE “Drive thru breakfast” - Sunrise UMC in Lewisville
The members of Sunrise UMC will be providing FREE breakfast (no donations accepted) including (coffee, Krispy Kremes, granola bars, juice, and fruit).

When: Each morning this week Monday – Friday (August 30th through September 3rd)
Time: 6:30am to 8:30am.
Location: Sunrise UMC - church parking lot
                Sunrise United Methodist Church
                1111 Lewisville - Clemmons Road (near 421)
Phone: 712-8000
Details: www.sunrise-umc.org/SunriseCalendar/view_entry.php?id=642&date=20100830

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Matthew West has a new CD coming out on October 5th called "The Story of Your Life".  Matthew asked his fans to send in their stories which he then turned into songs for the CD.  Here's his website for more info and upcoming tour dates. http://matthewwest.com/
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Today's Chick-Fil-A nugget question revealed that 60% of people do not know how to Jump Start A Car properly.  Here's a website that explains the right way. 
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/new-cars/news/2006/how-to-jump-start-a-car-906/overview/0609_how-to-jump-start-a-car_ov.htm

And...a video:

So You Think You Don't Have Time to Work Out

Thanks to Allen Branch from Fitness One in Kernersville for providing this "excuse busting" illustration of how we really do have time to fit exercise into our lives.  According to Allen, you can get and stay fit in as little as 4 hours per week.  Check out the chart below to see how you can find fitness time in your weekly schedule.

Item                                Time Required             Remaining Hours

Hours in Week                  24 x 7 = 168                         168

Sleep                                    8 x 7 = 56                        112

Work                                   9 x 5 = 45                          67

Commuting                          2 x 5 = 10                          57

Preparing Meals                    1 x 7 = 7                           50

Housework                           1 x 7 = 7                           43

Showering/Dressing/              1 x 7 = 7                          36
Personal Care

TV/Computer/                      2 x 7 = 14                         22
”Screen Time”

Church/Religious/                  1 x 7 = 7                           15
Volunteer Activites

Kids After School Activites    2 x 5 = 10                          5

See!  After everything else, you still have 5 hours left...plenty of time to fit in exercise!

Morning Show Wrap Up 8/27--Kisses for Kate/Insurance Planning/Whoopie Pie

Kisses for Kate:

In August 2008, three-year old Kate Thornton was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia.

Shortly after Kate’s leukemia diagnosis, loving friends and family recognized that the Thornton family was in need of a larger home. The family of 7 shares a 3-bedroom, 1200-square foot house. Kate does not have a bedroom of her own to come home to and recuperate from treatments. When home, she sleeps on the couch. In addition, the home was not easily accessible for Kate with her adaptive equipment.  

On August 23, 2010, The Thornton family received the devastating news that Kate is in need of hospice care. There is no more treatment that the doctors believe will save Kate’s life. It is time to take her home and keep her comfortable. After two years of fighting, the family must change their course to cherishing these last weeks with their precious daughter/sister. We are acting in faith, knowing that what God called us to do, obtain a home for this family, will be completed. PLEASE help us give this family a new home… Kate is running out of time.

To help, visit http://www.kisses4kate.org/

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Are You Properly Insured?

Thanks to CPA Keith Hiatt from Breslow Starling in Greensboro for talking with us today about the importance of being properly insured.  If you need more info, feel free to conatct Keith by email or phone.  Here is his information:

Keith S. Hiatt

Breslow Starling Frost Warner Boger Hiatt, PLLC
PO Box 10345
Greensboro, NC 27404
Phone: (336)292-6872
Fax: (336)292-6885
Keith.Hiatt@breslowstarling.com
http://www.breslowstarling.com/
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Check out this video of Sidewalk Prophets eating the "Whoopie Pie of Death"
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/video/video.php?v=543305000823

Get Your Metabolic Motor Running

Think a "slow metabolism" is hindering your weight loss?  Read these tips from Allen Branch of Fitness One Training in Kernersville:

Understanding your Metabolism

When it comes to understanding fat loss, too many people are missing the forest for the trees. They are approaching their fat loss programs all wrong, and stagnating as a result. A big thanks goes to the mainstream media and "The Big Box" gyms for all of the really poor advice on ”cardio” being best for fat loss, long distance marathon runs on a treadmill or the endless cardio sessions on an ellyptical or exercise bike. More on that in a minute.

Assuming your goal is fat loss, then metabolic optimization should be our primary focus. Some of you might be shocked by my use of big words in that last sentence, so let me explain.

Your metabolic rate, or "metabolism" is the rate at which you burn calories in a given day. From a fat loss perspective, the more calories we expend per day, the better. So your training should be focused on precisely that – burning more calories per 24 hours – not just burning more calories during a workout. Far too many people I see in average gyms look the absolute same after months of “cardio” training as the day the walked in the door. In fact, we all might know those people who have been "members" of a Box gym for a long time, and their loks have never changed at all. In years.

If they were to follow some basic principles, all that could change.

Big Moves – Big Results
To increase your metabolism working out with resistance is a must. Where the weight comes from is less important. For instance I can create a routine that would set your metabolism on fire using just your bodyweight and nothing else. (But working out with weights, dumbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, TRX Suspension ect. like we do at Fitness One is just fun.)

One critical piece of information we must remember is the more muscle you carry on your frame, the higher your metabolism. (Side Note: this does NOT mean you need to or could possibly look like the Hulk ) You should want to stimulate as much of that muscle as you can. This is because muscle is metabolically active, and it requires energy to exist. So the goal when working out should be to cause as big a "metabolic disruption" as possible. The more muscle you stimulate, the bigger the disruption and thus the bigger the metabolic increase.

For example a session of 10 sets of deadlifts would cause a greater metabolic shift then a session of 10 sets of bicep curls. Deadlfits use almost your entire body, while curls only use the bicep muscle (give or take). The net effect will be increased calorie utilization over the long term as the metabolic increase from resistance sessions can last 48 hours. In a class at Fitness One for example, you see moves like the dumbbell curl squat and press, which is a compound move utilizing the entire body in a set.

From a metabolic perspective, the bigger the move the better off you are. This is critical especially since most of us are under a time cruch and need to get the biggest bang for our buck time wise. Our new "Minute to win it" circuits help with that as well.

Munch a Bunch
Eating regularly increases your metabolism, while skipping meals actually lowers it. Eating multiple times per day is an easy way to keep your metabolism humming along. For example, you will increase you metabolism more if you consume your daily allotment of calories over 5 meals than you would if it were only on 1 or 2 meals. Here's food for thought: Sumo wrestlers only eat one meal per day.

Do Not Drop Calories Too Low
Your body is extremely smart, or exceptionally stupid depending on how you look at it. Your body probably does not know that you would like to drop a few pounds. If it did, it would not create so many road blocks making that endeavor so difficult. As you drop your calories, your body responds by lowering the rate at which your body uses those calories. It is a survival mechanism preventing you from starving to death.

Let's say your metabolic maintenance level is 3000 cals, and you drop your intake to 1500 cals in a effort to drop some weight. Your body will soon respond by lowering your maintenance level to meet the new lower calorie intake level. Now what do you do? Drop your calories again?

While calorie restriction is a key move, it does not mean starve. Most times we are consuming 2-3x what we need, so we attempt to adjust your calories to get them in check, not starve you to death..

The better way is to not drastically drop your calories and take some of the other measures in this article to make certain your metabolic rate stays nice and high.

Do Not Over-Do Cardio
We have had it beaten in to our heads that cardio is the be all and end all of fat loss. I am here to tell you it is NOT. The people I refereed to earlier in the article, that look the same as the day they walked in my gym- they are the ones who come in and do nothing but extended cardio work. The fancy lines of cardio equipment at the big box do look spiffy – but they aren’t doing much for your fat loss in most instances.

Here's my beef with cardio- it does NOTHING to increase metabolism- get that? NOTHING.

It's only saving grace is that is burns calories while you are performing it – but big deal really, so does brushing your teeth. How many calories you expend during a workout session (whether it be a cardio or weight session) is almost irrelevant. What matters is how many calories it expends in the long run.

When you complete a traditional cardio session you are done burning calories the second you step off the treadmill. This is not the case with resistance training. You continue to burn calories as a result of the workout for days and days (no joke).

Intervals to the Rescue
So what do you do instead of traditional cardio? Interval training. Interval training simulates the same metabolic response as a weight training session, and revs up the metabolic rate.

What is interval training? In it’s most basic form it is big moves (squats, burprees, sit ups push ups etc.), with very short rest. So something like…

Squats for 45 seconds Rest 15seconds Push Ups for 45 seconds Rest for 15 seconds etc…

It is hard and gasses you out fast. The good news is it doesn’t take very long (4-10 minutes in some cases) and as previously stated it can increase your metabolism for up to 48 hours. Our 6 step circuit system we use at Fitness One takes it even farther, giving you 45 min-1 hour of interval training AND your cardio, burning calories now, and calories later.

The number one thing to do is DON'T BE a QUITTER. I struggle with those people, who come to us searching what they need only to find it, and then let the laziness of the American lifestyle drag them away. Then, they fall prey to the claim of a miracle supplement or even worse a "body wrap" to help them lose weight. It is not only disappointing, but sad. If we can't save them, chances are they will stay the way they are for life. For LIFE. I do my best to stop this from happening, but I cannot force them to do what I, their doctors, the latest research, their families and their friends know that they need to do. Get in shape.

All it takes is to make a move and show up at Fitness One. We WILL do the rest. you just have to follow advice and be consistent. Missed it for the summer? No worries. Check out the newest Fitness Schedule and get back in action. Need help, just ask!

Allen Branch CPT, SCS, NASM-PES
Fitness One Training Systems
Official North Carolina Representative
Israeli Krav International
Master Trainer
American Martial Arts Systems
1209 Suite 7 Shields Road
Kernersville NC 27284
336-655-4558
http://www.myfitnessone.com/
http://www.ikrav.com/
Trainer@myfitnessone.com
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Learn more about the $50,000 "Big Box Gym" relief fund-This means free training for everyone who wants to get out of the big box gym or start a new Fitness Routine that works! Contact me to find out how!

"It's time to put a fitness expert in your corner."

Graduate, It Pays.

• 30% of 9th graders in WS/FC Schools will not graduate.
• About 800 high school students drop out every year.
• A dropout earns 32% less than a high school graduate.
• A dropout is only qualified for 12% of available jobs.
• A dropout is 3.5 times more likely to be in jail or prison than a graduate; 80% of prisoners are high school dropouts.
• A dropout is more likely to be in poor health, on public assistance and the single parent of a future dropout.

We must do better. Graduate. It pays. partners believe that the entire community can, and must, help our students succeed. We invite you to join us.

Click here to find out how we plan to prevent the next 800 dropouts.

Let's make a difference, one student at a time.

Mission Mile

The Winston-Salem Rescue Mission will host the first ever Mission Mile Road Race on Saturday, July 31, at 8:00 AM. This exciting event will be a fun and healthy activity for the entire family. Texas Pete and Warco Enterprises are the major sponsors of this unique event whose course will travel through the heart of the beautiful Arts District area of downtown Winston-Salem.

The morning will feature three separate races based on level of skill- beginner, intermediate, and elite. There will be goody bags that include an official race t-shirt, custom water bottle and much more given to each participant. A live DJ, food, beverages, prizes, and awards will all be a part of the festivities as well. The race course will be monitored by the W-S Police Department, and the race event itself will be under the professional management of Off 'n Running of Greensboro.

This is a family-friendly event that will help generate funds for resident services and the Rescue Mission's Back-to-School Backpack Program which helps under-privileged children in our community.

Race registration is available at http://www.active.com/running/winstonsalem-nc/mission-mile-sponsored-by-texas-pete-2010

Also...bring any combination of the following school supply items to be entered in the door prize drawings:
-# 2 Pencils
-Colored Pencils
-Pencil Boxes
-Glue Sticks
-Elmers Glue
-Packs of Notebook Paper
-Composition Books

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Thanks to Tim Hanauer for coming in to share some tips on keeping our yards and gardens alive during these swletering dog days! Here's a link to his website. make sure you check out the "monthly tips" section for month-by-month advice.

Earth Graphics: Home Landscape Design and Landscape Garden Designs

Help Hatian Orphans

This is the orphanage that Meredith Andrews spoke about this morning on the Family Friendly Morning Show:

http://restorehaiti.blogspot.com/

Extreme Auction!

The Creasey Family of Lexington (Extreme Makeover:Home Edition) is auctioning off all of their former things, furniture, etc. At Brick Alley auctions on Green street in High Point tonight at 6:30. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society!!"

http://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/906298.html

A Chilling Account of the Bombings in Uganda

http://foundationonrock.blogspot.com/2010/07/july-11th-kampala-bombing.html

I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me

As one reads through the pages of both the Old and New Testaments, it becomes clear that God has a special place in His heart for 3 specific groups of people: widows, orphans and aliens (foreigners/strangers).  Here are just a few verses to illustrate this point:

"I was a stranger and you welcomed me."
Matthew 25:35

"God it is who sees justice done for the orphan and the widow, who loves the stranger and gives him food and clothing. Love the stranger then, for you were once strangers in Egypt."
Deuteronomy 10:18-20

(Talking about widows)..."She must be a woman known for her good works - whether she has brought up her children, been hospitable to strangers and washed the feet of God's holy people..."
1 Timothy 5:10

 "Continue to love each other like brothers, and remember always to welcome strangers, for by doing this, some people have entertained angels without knowing it."
Hebrews 13:1-2

There is an organization called World Relief that works globally and locally to assist this group of people that God has asked us to love and support.  They need volunteers right here in the Triad to help refugees who have moved intp the area.  Check out this website for more information about how you can get involved: http://worldrelief.org/Page.aspx?pid=1808

Gettin' fit with Allen

Allen Branch from Fitness One came in today fired up about getting men in shape.  He's got lots of programs for men, including his Monday and Wednesday evening men's-only class.  Here's a link for more info http://www.myfitnessone.com/Homepage.html .  You can also email Allen: trainer@myfitnessone.com

Guatemala Trip

I'll be in Guatemala from June 25th - July 3rd on a mission trip with Caroline's Promise.  I cannot wait to see the ways that God is going to use our team to be His hands and feet among his children in Guatemala!  If you'd like updates about the trip, visit the Caroline's Promise blog: www.carolinespromise.blogspot.com

Please pray for our team: for health, good weather, safety and, most of all, that God is glorified in everything we do.  Also, please pray for our families who are back at home.  I know that my husband, kids and mother would definitely appreciate your prayers.

Thanks!

Life and Faith Tour

Imagine rockin' out at a concert with some of your favorite Christian music artists, like: Mercy Me, Diamond Rio, Aaron Shust, David Crowder Band, Natalie Grant, Israel Houghton, Point of Grace and Meredith Andrews. Now, imagine also meeting some top-selling authors at this event, including Karen Kingsbury.


Don't stop there though, now picture yourself laughing along with a line-up of hysterical Christian comedians including Jeff Allen! "But, what about the kids?" your imagination asks. Not to worry, this colossal event also has a huge kid's area with inflatable rides, play areas and entertainment from the Veggie Tales!

This event is not just a figment of your imagination....it is the REAL DEAL and it's coming to North Carolina this summer And, you can help your favorite local charity by attending this awesome day of fun for the family. Here are the details:

The Life and Faith Tour
Rockingham Speedway
July 10, 2010 Gates Open at 10AM!

ADULT TICKETS:

$47.50 - UNTIL JULY 1ST, 2010$57.50 - AFTER JULY 1ST, 2010 $65.00 - AT THE GATE DAY OF SHOW IF AVAILABLE

YOUTH TICKETS (AGES 7 TO 12):
$20 - IN ADVANCE $30 - AT THE GATE DAY OF SHOW IF AVAILABLE

CHILDREN TICKETS (AGES 6 AND UNDER): FREE

***IMPORTANT! When you purchase your tickets for the show make sure to select your favorite local charity to a portion of the proceeds!***

For more information or to buy your tickets, visit: http://www.lifeandfaithtour.com/rockingham-christian-concerts.php

Matt Hammitt/Sanctus Real "Lead Me"

This week on the Family Friendly Morning Show, we had a really powerful conversation with Matt Hammitt, Sanctus Real's lead singer.  He spoke about the real-life story behind the band's new single, "Lead Me".  If you missed it, here is a video of Matt and his wife, Sarah telling the story :  http://sanctusreal.com/

Also, you can keep up with Sarah's pregnancy and the health of the baby boy they are expecting here:  http://bowensheart.com/

Loving the Summer Freebies!

BASEBALL
http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/milb/events/kraft_landing_2010.jsp

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets

KRAFT Singles Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy 1 Ticket, Get 1 Free from KRAFT Singles with purchase. Bring your package wrapper to a Winston-Salem Dash game on Tuesdays for a steal of a deal! Visit kraftsingles.com for more info! Exclusions apply.


BOWLING
http://www.kidsbowlfree.com/
Kids 15 and under get two free games of bowling per day with this program. Parents also have the opportunity to buy a family pass at a greatly reduced rate so you can join in the fun too! Many of the lanes also have kids meal deals as well. Read the website thoroughly to find a lane near you and for all of the details about the program.


MOVIES
http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx
“REG’s Free Family Film Festival is Now Showing!

We have planned a fun-filled summer of select movies for kids and parents. Regal has proudly offered this free summer fun since 1991. Oh, did we mention that it’s FREE!

Selected G or PG movies start at 10:00am every Tuesday and Wednesday during the festival. Tickets and seating are first-come, first-served and are limited to theatre capacity.

The Free Family Film Festival is safe, lots of fun and a great way for kids to spend a weekday morning in the summer. Tickets for our 2010 Free Family Film Festival are exclusively available at select theatres’ box office on the day of the show.”

KIDS EAT FREE OR CHEAP:
Check out this comprehensive list from Piedmont Parent:
http://www.piedmontparent.com/directories/restaurants.php?did=22

A $450,000 Home for $100?

How cool is this?  A local builder is raffling off a $450,000 home and giving the profit to a local non-profit.  Here's a link for details:  http://www.rafflethishouse.info/

Donate Blood to our Troops!

Here's a great way to remember the real reason we observe Memorial Day.  On Tuesday, June 1st. the Mobile Blood Unit from Ft. Bragg will be at the National Guard Armory in Winston-Salem  accepting blood donations.  All blood collected at this drive is specifically designated for use by our troops stationed in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Here are the details:
ASBP Blood Drive 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

National Guard Armory on Silas Creek Parkway. MAP
Call (336) 408-7280 or (336) 766-8436 for an appointment
or walk-in to donate for our troops!

Kids Love Travel!

Seriously...George and Michele Zavatsky write THE BEST travel books for families.  I refer back to my Kids Love North Carolina book all the time!  Their new book, Kids Love I-95, features "500 Kids Tested Fun Stops & Unique Spots from the Mid-Atlantic to Miami".

Here is a link to their website, http://www.kidslovetravel.com/.  You can buy the book there.

Jeepers Creepers! Take Care of Your Peepers!

Thanks to Dr. Amy Harper from Harper Eyecare in Kernersville for joining us on the Morning Show today to discuss Eye Health.   For more information about Dr. Harper's practice, visit her website: http://www.harpereyecare.com/

Here is some info about  eye health according to the National Eye Institute:

Simple Tips for Healthy Eyes


Your eyes are an important part of your health. There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best. Follow these simple steps for maintaining healthy eyes well into your golden years.

Have a comprehensive dilated eye exam. You might think your vision is fine or that your eyes are healthy, but visiting your eye care professional for a comprehensive dilated eye exam is the only way to really be sure. When it comes to common vision problems, some people don’t realize they could see better with glasses or contact lenses. In addition, many common eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and age-related macular degeneration often have no warning signs. A dilated eye exam is the only way to detect these diseases in their early stages.

During a comprehensive dilated eye exam, your eye care professional places drops in your eyes to dilate, or widen, the pupil to allow more light to enter the eye the same way an open door lets more light into a dark room. This enables your eye care professional to get a good look at the back of the eyes and examine them for any signs of damage or disease. Your eye care professional is the only one who can determine if your eyes are healthy and if you’re seeing your best.

Know your family’s eye health history. Talk to your family members about their eye health history. It’s important to know if anyone has been diagnosed with a disease or condition since many are hereditary. This will help to determine if you are at higher risk for developing an eye disease or condition.

Eat right to protect your sight. You’ve heard carrots are good for your eyes. But eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, or collard 1greens is important for keeping your eyes healthy, too. Research has also shown there are eye health benefits from eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, tuna, and halibut.

Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese increases your risk of developing diabetes and other systemic conditions, which can lead to vision loss, such as diabetic eye disease or glaucoma. If you are having trouble maintaining a healthy weight, talk to your doctor.

Wear protective eyewear. Wear protective eyewear when playing sports or doing activities around the home. Protective eyewear includes safety glasses and goggles, safety shields, and eye guards specially designed to provide the correct protection for a certain activity. Most protective eyewear lenses are made of polycarbonate, which is 10 times stronger than other plastics. Many eye care providers sell protective eyewear, as do some sporting goods stores.

Xtreme Eating 2010

Anyone on a diet knows that sometimes it's tough to make good choices when dining out. But, some restaruant meals are just over the top when it comes to fat and calories! Check out this list of the most extreme restaurant meals as compiled by the consumer group Center for Science in the Public Interest (CPSI): Xtreme Eating 2010

MAD SCIENCE!!!

Mad Science of the Piedmont is gearing up for another fun season of summer camp!  Sign your child up for a week of learning disguised by fun!   They have locations all over the Triad.  For more information visit their website: http://www.madscience.org/locations/piedmont/

Save Money!

http://www.billshrink.com/ is a website that helps you get the best deal on gas, credit cards and wireless phone plans. 

Here is a description from their website: 

"BillShrink is a free cost-savings tool that works continuously to save you money on your everyday expenses. Given the vast number of complex offers and plans, such as those from the major mobile carriers and credit card issuers, chances are pretty good you’re paying more than you need to.


We make it simple to compare what you’ve got to what they’re offering. And if you’re like most people, that means significant savings. Isn’t that just how things on the Web should be? Incredibly useful, simple and free."

Find it Farm Fresh!

I am super excited about the opening of a farmers market in
Kernersville this weekend.  There is just nothing like fresh fruits
and veggies...they are healthier and tastier than the store bought
variety and buying them supports our local economy.  Below is
some more info about the Kernersville Farmers Market. 

Also, if you'd like to find a farm or farmer's market in your
town, this website is a great resource: http://www.ncfarmfresh.com/

KERNERSVILLE FARMERS MARKET
RIBBON CUTTING FRIDAY MAY 14TH AT 9AM
The Kernersville Farmers Market is located in front of the
Kernersville Town Hall at 134 E. Mountain Street, Kernersville.
The Kernersville Farmers Market is a joint venture of the
Chamber ofCommerce, KDPDC, Kernersville Rotary Club,
Town of Kernersville and local farmers.

Farmer’s Market hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. – 12 noon
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, May 15 - October 31, 2010.

All products sold at the Market must be grown or agriculturally
related andmade of farm products by the person or family selling
the product. Only home grown or home made products from the
following counties may be sold: Forsyth, Guilford, Alamance,
Randolph, Davidson, Davie, Yadkin, Stokes, Surry, Rockingham,
Caswell and Montgomery. No buying and reselling of produce
or other products is allowed.

For more information or Vendor Application contact Arnold King at
336-993-2202.

Ratty Sneakers Become a Valuable Life Lesson

Check out this awesome story about Ben Hedblom, a Florida High School senior who learned a valuable life lesson by wearing the same pair of shoes for 4 years straight:  http://www.tampabay.com/news/education/k12/article1093125.ece

Gettin' Fit With Allen

Allen Branch for Fitness One in Kernersville shared these tips on staying safe, healthy and avoiding injuries while getting fit.

Deal with your aches and pains right away!

• For minor aches--Ice Therapy .  Try the "Dixie Cup" method of freezing water in Dixie Cups and using the cups to give yourself a targeted ice massage
• Serious aches and pains--see the doctor.

Stay Hydrated!

• To see how much water you lose when working out, weigh yourself before you work out and then after.  The weight you lose during that workout is the water you have lost, and that needs to be replenished.
• Sports drinks have their place in rehydration, but unless you are a serious athelete dealing with huge fluid loss, water is a fine, calorie free substitiute.  You can water down your Gatorade to cut sugar and carbs.
• Water & a banana are a great post-workout way to rehydrate and replenish.

For more information about these topics or any of the awesome programs offered at Fitness One, email Allen: trainer@myfitnessone.com.

Prayers for the Hammitt Family

Please be in prayer for Matt Hammitt (Sanctus Real) and his wife Sarah.  They are expecting their third child and recently found out during a sonogram that their baby boy, Bowen,  has a rare and very serious heart condition called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. 

You can follow the Hammit family's journey on their blog: http://bowensheart.wordpress.com/.

And, if you have a story or testimony involving Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome or other serious heart defects, they'd love to hear from you.  You can email Matt and Sarah at Helpourheart@gmail.com .

Aqua Notes

This is a great idea for folks like me who do their best thinking in the shower.  Here's the product description from their website:

"The shower has long been held as the best place to spark ideas and creative inspiration. But it’s always been a challenge to remember shower ideas, and writing in water is a struggle. That is until now!  AquaNotes® is a waterproof notepad that allows you to record your great ideas while you're in the shower. It's so durable you can even write underwater. They're recyclable, environmentally friendly, and the notepad is printed with soy-based ink."

Gettin' Fit With Allen

Allen Branch, from Fitness One in Kernersville shared a list of 10 superfoods on the morning show today, for the complete list visit his blog: http://www.myfitnessone.com/Blog/Entries/2010/4/18_Super_Foods-Super_Fresh.html

And, if you are looking for workout you can do at home, Allen will send you a free video of 12 exercises you can do anywhere...just visit the website: http://www.myfitnessone.com/Homepage.html, look for the link for the free video in the upper right hand corner of the website.

Finally, if you have an athelete at home that needs some help training and improving their athletic performance, you definitelty need to check out their Athletic Performance program...a new group starts this week.  Here's a link for more information:   http://www.myfitnessone.com/Athletic_Performance.html

National Healthcare Decisions Day

(TODAY) April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day

The staff of Hospice and Palliative Care Center will be on hand at several locations today to answer questions…
Best Health (at Hanes Mall) 10:30am (RSVP) 713-2378
Senior Services (on Shorefair Drive in WS) 1 to 3pm…Drop in clinic
Event details: http://www.hospicecarecenter.org/programsPartnershipsEvents.aspx

The 14th annual Hospice Hope 10k Run and 5k Fitness Walk happens tomorrow (April 17)
at Deacon Tower at BB&T Football Field in Winston-Salem.
Online registration ends today at 5pm. Details: www.support4hospice.org.

Shred It and Forget It!!

Do you have personal documents or papers you need shredded?

The first annual ‘Shred-it Day’ happens tomorrow from 10 to 2pm in the
Winston-Salem Journal parking lot at 5th and Marshall Streets near the Benton Convention Center
in downtown Winston-Salem. Volunteers will be on hand to assist.
This free shredding event is for personal documents only!
http://www.ncshredit.com/

Tax Day Goodies!

It's Tax Day!! All day certain merchants are offering free

and discounted goodies to you who have crunched the
numbers, filed and deserve a break. Here's where you'll
find them:

STARBUCKS: Get fresh brewed coffee free all day when
you bring in your own mug/cup.

CINNABON: get two free "Tax Day Bites" these bite-sized
cupcakes are available from 6p.m.-8 p.m.

MAGGIE MOOS: Get one free slice of ice cream pizza from
3 p.m.-7 p.m.

BOSTON MARKET: Buy one meal and get one free.

IHOP: Free kids dinner with the purchase of one adults meal.

MCCORMICK & SCHMICKS: in a salute to the 1040A tax
form get dinner for $10.40.

TACO DEL MAR: Free taco per customer.

MCDONALD'S select locations offering a free BOGO
Southern Style Chicken Biscuit.

CHICK-FIL-A: Eat today then return by April 30th to receive
same order for free.

T.G.I.FRIDAYS: Get a $5 gift card with a purchase over $25
or a $10 gift card with a purchase over $25.

FAMOUS DAVE'S: Free appetizer, dessert or 2 ribs.

P.F. CHANGS: Get 15% off food order.

HYDROMASSAGE: Free massage available
http://www.hydromassage.com/

Struggling With Behavioral Issues in Adopted Children

We spoke with Lisa Holbrook from Caroline's Promise today about the issue with the Russian boy whose adoptive parents sent him back to his orphanage in Moscow after he threatened their family with violence.  For more information about coping with behavioral issues or adoption, contact Caroline's Promise online or by phone at:336-993-9046

National Health Care Decisions Day--4/16

Do your loved ones and doctors know which medical decisions to make if you are unable to speak for yourself?  Everyone needs BOTH a Living Will and a Healthcare Power of Attorney.  The good news is that Hospice will work with you to prepare both of these documents for FREE!   For all the details, plus a list of upcoming seminars about Living Wills and Health Care Power of Attorneys, visit their website.

Donate Life Walk this Saturday

Annual event: "Donate Life Walk / Run"


This Saturday morning (April 10)…starting at 8am

-The Walk starts at Forsyth Memorial Hospital and ends at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem

Phone: (336) 774-4450

www.carolinadonorservices.org

Lucky 32 Lunch Deal

GOTCHA--April Fools!

:)


Have a great day!

Meet Olympic Skater Heather Richardson

Olympic speed skater Heather Richardson will sign autographs and share her stories from Vancouver at the Rol-A-Rink on North Main Street in High Point.

The event runs from 5 to 6:30pm this afternoon…and is open to the public.

The Rol-A-Rink in HP is where Richardson learned how to in-line skate as a kid.
During the 2010 Winter Games, Richardson placed 6th in the 500m, 9th in the 1000m and 16th in the 1,500m.

Winners of the Peeps Decorating Contest

Wow!  Check out this confectionary creativity.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/gallery/2010/03/29/GA2010032903934.html?hpid=artslot

Helping Storm Victims

Storms ripped throught the Triad Sunday night, leaving many residents with extensive property damage.  You may be wondering, how can I help?


If you would like to volunteer, you need to register with the High Point Police Department today (3/31)  at the Community Bible Church on Johnson Street from 8 until 4pm.

Residents who need some help should call (336) 906-4341.

Also…you can find a link to the Better Business Bureau of Northwest North Carolina…on the News Blog at wbfj.fm
BBB of Northwest North Carolina http://www.nwnc.bbb.org/ Phone: 725-8348

Message from John Piper

John Piper's Upcoming Leave


By John Piper March 28, 2010
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As you may have already heard in the sermon from March 27-28, the elders graciously approved on March 22 a leave of absence that will take me away from Bethlehem from May 1 through December 31, 2010. We thought it might be helpful to put an explanation in a letter to go along with the sermon.

I asked the elders to consider this leave because of a growing sense that my soul, my marriage, my family, and my ministry-pattern need a reality check from the Holy Spirit. On the one hand, I love my Lord, my wife, my five children and their families first and foremost; and I love my work of preaching and writing and leading Bethlehem. I hope the Lord gives me at least five more years as the pastor for preaching and vision at Bethlehem.

But on the other hand, I see several species of pride in my soul that, while they may not rise to the level of disqualifying me for ministry, grieve me, and have taken a toll on my relationship with Noël and others who are dear to me. How do I apologize to you, not for a specific deed, but for ongoing character flaws, and their effects on everybody? I’ll say it now, and no doubt will say it again, I’m sorry. Since I don’t have just one deed to point to, I simply ask for a spirit of forgiveness; and I give you as much assurance as I can that I am not making peace, but war, with my own sins.

Noël and I are rock solid in our commitment to each other, and there is no whiff of unfaithfulness on either side. But, as I told the elders, “rock solid” is not always an emotionally satisfying metaphor, especially to a woman. A rock is not the best image of a woman’s tender companion. In other words, the precious garden of my home needs tending. I want to say to Noël that she is precious to me in a way that, at this point in our 41-year pilgrimage, can be said best by stepping back for a season from virtually all public commitments.

No marriage is an island. For us this is true in two senses. One is that Noël and I are known inside-out by a few friends at Bethlehem—most closely by our long-time colleagues and friends David and Karin Livingston, and then by a cluster of trusted women with Noël and men with me. We are accountable, known, counseled, and prayed for. I am deeply thankful for a gracious culture of transparency and trust among the leadership at Bethlehem.

The other way that our marriage is not an island is that its strengths and defects have consequences for others. No one in the orbit of our family and friends remains unaffected by our flaws. My prayer is that this leave will prove to be healing from the inside of my soul, through Noël’s heart, and out to our children and their families, and beyond to anyone who may have been hurt by my failures.

The difference between this leave and the sabbatical I took four years ago is that I wrote a book on that sabbatical (What Jesus Demands from the World). In 30 years, I have never let go of the passion for public productivity. In this leave, I intend to let go of all of it. No book-writing. No sermon preparation or preaching. No blogging. No Twitter. No articles. No reports. No papers. And no speaking engagements. There is one stateside exception—the weekend devoted to the Desiring God National Conference combined with the inaugural convocation of Bethlehem College and Seminary in October. Noël thought I should keep three international commitments. Our reasoning is that if she could go along, and if we plan it right, these could be very special times of refreshment together.

The elders have appointed a group to stay in touch and keep me accountable for this leave. They are David Mathis, Jon Bloom, Tom Steller, Sam Crabtree, Jon Grano, Tim Held, Tony Campagna, and Kurt Elting-Ballard. Five of these have walked with Noël and me over the last two months, helping us discern the wisdom, scope, and nature of this leave. They brought the final recommendation to the elders on March 22.

I asked the elders not to pay me for this leave. I don’t feel it is owed to me. I know I am causing more work for others, and I apologize to the staff for that. Not only that, others could use similar time away. Most working men and women do not have the freedom to step back like this. The elders did not agree with my request. Noël and I are profoundly grateful for this kind of affection. We will seek the Lord for how much of your financial support to give back to the church, to perhaps bear some of the load.

Personally, I view these months as a kind of relaunch of what I hope will be the most humble, happy, fruitful five years of our 35 years at Bethlehem and 46 years of marriage. Would you pray with me to that end? And would you stand by your church with all your might? May God make these eight months the best Bethlehem has ever known. It would be just like God to do the greatest things when I am not there. “Neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth” (1 Corinthians 3:7).

I love you and promise to pray for you every day.

Pastor John

By John Piper. © Desiring God. Website: desiringGod.org

Cookin' With Bacon

Pan Seared Catfish with Browned Almond Butter

Recipe By :Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 4
Categories : seafood

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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24 ounces catfish fillets
1 teaspoon salt and pepper -- to taste
1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup Almonds -- sliced
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Heat oil to medium high
Mix seasonings together and coat fillets
Sear approximately 3 minutes per side until
just cooked through. Remove fillets to warm
plate and pour any excess or burned oil from
pan.  Add butter and heat until bubbling
Add almonds and cook over medium heat until
butter and almonds just start to brown.
Add lemon juice and pour over plated catfish.

Yield:
"24 ounces"

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Serving Ideas : Plate two corn and leek pancakes and top
with quick braised cabbage and spinach. Plate catfish a top
the cabbage and then serve with the almond butter.


Corn and Leek Pancakes

Recipe By :Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 4
Categories : bread, rice and starches, vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup leeks -- minced
1 tablespoon sweet peppers -- brunoise
1/2 cup sweet corn -- minced in processor
3/4 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter -- melted
1 each egg

Mix dry ingredients
Cook leeks peppers and corn in the melted butter until leeks
are soft
Add milk to leek butter mixture
Add egg next
Mix wet and dry ingredients together
Spoon batter on griddle or large non stick pan about 1/4 cup
per pancake

Yield:
"8 each"


Quick Braised Cabbage and Spinach

Recipe By :Jeff Bacon CEC CCA AAC
Serving Size : 4 Categories : vegetables
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup savoy cabbage -- shredded
1/4 cup red cabbage -- shredded thin
1/2 cup leeks -- chopped
1 cup spinach leaf, whole -- baby
1 dash salt and pepper -- to taste
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon canola oil -- or bacon fat
1/4 cup chicken broth

Heat fat until very hot
Add cabbages and leeks and stir fry until they start to brown a little,
about 2-3 minutes
Season then add broth and vinegar, bring to a simmer
Add spinach and cover with lid
Turn off heat and allow to sit for a couple of minutes for spinach to wilt.

Yield:
"2 cups"
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Orphan Awareness Night at the Winston Salem Dash

Join Caroline’s Promise Saturday, April 17th, 7:00pm for the opening weekend of The Winston-Salem Dash Baseball Team! We'll have a special section, promoting orphan care and adoption. Your $15 ticket includes the game, a special Caroline's Promise T-Shirt, and a Dash Baseball Hat.

Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: BB&T Ballpark

The DEADLINE to buy tickets is THIS FRIDAY, 3/25!!!

https://app.etapestry.com/cart/CarolinesPromise/default/item.php?ref=2815.0.17697835

Triad Casting for ABC's Super Nanny

Families can apply NOW for ABC’s top rated parenting show!

OPEN CASTING CALL
Saturday March 20th – 11am to 3pm
The Natural Science Center
4301 Lawndale Drive
Greensboro, NC 27455

Greensboro, NC – The casting team of ABC’s popular parenting
series SUPERNANNY is currently casting for Season 6! The casting
team will be sending producers around the country to find the next
amazing families for the show.

The Greensboro open casting call will be held on Saturday,
the 20th of March 2010, at The Natural Science Center.
All interested families are encouraged to come out and meet with
the Casting Producers for a few minutes in person.

Also, if you email the Casting Team before the 20th, including the
reason why you need help and a recent family photo, you will be
given a front-of the-line pass, so you won’t have to wait! Any
questions or concerns about the open-call should be directed to
the Casting Producer via email, cast4shows@yahoo.com.

This season producers are searching for families with unique
interests; parents who have ordinary and extraordinary
circumstances; teen moms, parents with mean girls or bullying
boys, culturally diverse parents, blended families where both
sides are seeking help, parents with teens, and anyone else
who desperately needs the help of Supernanny. Producers
want families from every type of background who are ready
for the opportunity of a lifetime—a visit from America’s number
one nanny, Jo Frost!

All Things St. Patty's Day...

If you really want to get into the spirit of St. Patty's Day, there's no easier or tastier way than whipping up a batch of Corned Beef and Cabbage.  Here is a tried and true recipe that I found several years ago on Allrecipes.com .  It's good, easy and my kids love it!  It's also fairly healthy, especially if you buy a low- sodium version of corned beef.  This is also good in the crock-pot. You can even use a pint of dark beer in with the cooking liquid to add more flavor. 

Ingredients

-3 pounds corned beef brisket with spice packet
-10 small red potatoes
-5 carrots, peeled and julienned
-1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges

Directions
Place corned beef in large pot or Dutch oven and cover with water. Add the spice packet that came with the corned beef.  Cover pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer approximately 50 minutes per pound or until tender.

Add whole potatoes and carrots, and cook until the vegetables are almost tender. Add cabbage and cook for 15 more minutes. Remove meat and let rest 15 minutes.

(If you are using your crock-pot, place carrots, potatoes, beef and spice packet in the pot, then cover with liquid and cook on low for 8-10 hours or 5-6 hours on high.  Throw in cabbage during the last 1-2 hours of cooking)

Place vegetables in a bowl and cover. Add as much broth (cooking liquid reserved in the Dutch oven or large pot) as you want. Slice meat across the grain. 

Another easy, good recipe is this one for Amazingly Easy Irish Soda Bread

Learn more about the real Saint Patrick here.

Do you have a favorite St. Patricks Day recipe or tradition?  Share it here by leaving a comment.

Census Time!!!

For everything you ever wanted to know about the US Census...and more, visit their website: http://2010.census.gov/

Gettin Fit with Allen

Thanks again to Allen Branch from Fitness One of Kernersville for joining Your Family Friendly Morning Show today to give us the real scoop on all those fitness infomercials that seem to be flooding the airwaves these days.  Bottom line?  You guessed it....if it sounds to good to be true, it probably is.

For more information, email Allen: trainer@myfitnessone.com