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Tips for Building a Home

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August 2010

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Stephanie OliverP r e s i d e n t

Lisa GarnerM a n a g i n g E d i t o r

Michelle BrileyD i r e c t o r o f S a l e s

Kay HendricksA c c o u n t E xe c u t i v e

Michelle HaneyL a y o u t a n d D e s i g n

Daryl SparksG r a p h i c D e s i g n e r

Lisa CrowEv e n t P h o t o g r a p h e r

Jennifer WilliamsC o p y E d i t o r

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Business Spotlight: Melvin Linton Homes, LLCCommunity Connections: Sandy Yates

Giving Back: More Than a Math LessonLufkin Chamber of Commerce

Nacogdoches Chamber of CommerceCalendar

Inspiring Woman: Melissa Stokes2010 Graduation Pictures

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Pretty BabiesWeddings

Relationships: Happy Birthday to Me!Your Wallet: Your Home From a Professional Perspective

Girls Group: No Parents Allowed!Education: Getting Your Student Ready

55yourchildAsk the Doc: Preparing for School

Kids Konnect: Adventures in Coastal CampingChild’s Play: Peyton & Reagan Diggs

Treats and Eats: Who Said Cooking Isn’t Easy?Family Support: Freshman Year

Why I Love Being a Mom: Amanda Robertson

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At Home: 10 Tips for Building a HomeIn the Kitchen: Nutrition: A Delicate Balance

Landscaping: Herb Gardens

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Welcome

STEPHANIE OLIVERPRESIDENT

WWhat a summer! I will not even mention the S word at the moment (back to school), so we will talk about the good times. One question I truly enjoy asking is “What are you doing this summer?” Or “How has your summer been?” It is a hard question to ask because I do not want to make anyone feel uncomfortable like they have to have this exquisite summer planned. But more so, I like to hear ALL the diff erent responses on what people are doing. The answers are very neat and give you great insight into the diff erent family and what is important to them. Some spend every minute in their home, taking things slowing and enjoying the slower pace of summertime. Others go on a vacation every other weekend trying to expose their families to diff erent parts of the country or the world! While others use their time very wisely- and plan a new house, or get their photo albums caught up and in order. Summer plans are a great time to learn and listen what other people did to fi nd new spots for your family or maybe even share what you did with others. All that being said- hope each of you were able to create lots of memories this summer!

I am an answer seeker. That was one reason behind this magazine. I like to ask the questions on what you are doing in your life, what do your kids enjoy doing, or what is something great about East Texas—all the answers make up little parts of every month of The Journey! We have some exciting new ideas coming your way in the months to follow. If you have great ideas you would like to share please let us know. As we plan the upcoming months, we would LOVE to hear from you!

As your summer winds down and routines pick up- savor that little bit of your August summer!

Happy August!

your home

Thome tour Jan and Tommy Deaton

This beautiful traditional style home sits on a three acre corner lot in the Brookhollow subdivision--home to Jan and Tommy Deaton. The home was originally built in 1961. The Deaton’s purchased the home in 1990 where they raised their three children, Ryan, Lindsey, and Blake. Now that the children have homes of their own and grandchildren are in the picture- many pieces from their childhood and special memories can be seen throughout the home.

The home is a four bedroom, 3.5 bath, formal living and dining. Along with a very cozy kitchen, breakfast, and hearth room. From many of the rooms, you can see the beautiful view of the serene backyard with pool. The beautiful traditional style can be seen from the outside, but more vibrantly seen as you walk through the doors.

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landmarks Card Miles HomeNestled at the end of a drive-

way lined by stately oak trees; planted from acorns, is the his-toric home of the Howard Walker family. It is located at 503 Har-mony Hill and corner of Tulane . This country home was built in 1931 during the Depression Period by Howard and Ethel Walker. It became the home of a growing family of seven chil-dren. The home displays the his-tory of two families: Richard L. Card and Mary Helen Card and Howard and Ethyl Walker. The four adults were friends while at-tending college together at Sam Houston Normal Institute in Huntsville, TX. They remained lifelong friends and shared ac-tivities that will be remembered by future generations.

The history of the Card family comes from the extended mem-ber of the Miles family, Martha Helen Card (1930-1997). The home was purchased by her in 1992 from the Walker children and was a gift upon her death to the Miles family. The home has since been renovated to share with others and contains memorabilia dating from the late 1800’s. There are five bedrooms, a living room, a dining and breakfast room, library and one bathroom. Originally the home was heated by four fireplaces to which central heating and air have been added. Contained in the home are historical items that have been assembled and cared for by Clydene Miles and her son David, a local developer and businessman. They have worked to preserve the home and history of the families, who contributed to the development of East Texas through farming, education, and community service. Points of interest in the home include the framed and displayed 1930’s wallpaper and aged toys, photos and furniture displayed throughout the home. Such items conjure memories of another era; an era when children could play safely in their yards and locks on the doors were unnecessary. Another unique feature of the home is the Eastern Red Cedar tree that is Lufkin’s largest cedar tree.

It is the pleasure of the Miles family to share the joy of welcoming visitors to this Home. Many organizations , groups and individuals have toured the home, enjoying a walk down memory lane and taking pleasure in the historical preservation . The Walker home is open by appointment. For more information , call (936) 634-4656.

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at home 10 Tips for Building a Home

Before you start, get pre-qualified with your bank and know your budget.

When looking for plans, make sure your dream home’s style and size blends with the neighborhood or location.

Keep in mind that square footage includes the porches and garages. A house with a wrap-around porch will change the per-foot price of the living area.

Check out your builder’s reputation. Look at their work and ask to talk to past clients. Don’t skip this step!

Don’t get hung up with square footage price. This is not a very good way to compare builders. Look at the quality, materials and energy efficiency to get the true value of the home.

Location, location, location! It’s always important, and you don’t want to cut corners here.

Be prepared for delays. Even in the best circumstances there will be delays.

It’s everyone’s dream to sell their house and move into their new home on the same day, but be prepared to have temporary housing if needed.

Stay involved in the building process. Keep an eye on the jobsite and stay in contact with your builder.

Make sure you feel comfortable with your builder before you start. A good relationship with your builder makes all the difference if problems or changes arise.

From talking with a banker and selecting a builder to choosing appliances and paint colors, building a home is a major undertaking! With so much to consider and so many decisions to make, it is easy to forget some of the basics. Here are some tips from the professionals to keep you on track:

By Mike HinemanDream Homes & Drafting LLC

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in the kitchen By Tim Scallon, M.S. R.D. L.D.

Nutrition; A Delicate Balance

Tim Scallon, M.S. R.D. L.D is the director of the HC Polk Center for Heart Stroke and Diabetes Education Department of Clinical Nutrition at Memorial Health System of East Texas

We often talk about balance in nutrition. And when we look closer at how the body works, we literally see thousands of examples of balance.

As we all know, sodium intake increases blood pressure which raises our risk of heart disease. Potassium, on the other hand, balances the impact of sodium on blood pressure. Both minerals are widely distributed in foods - sodium in meat, dairy products and processed foods and potassium in vegetables and fruits.

The practical application of this in a dietary pattern is that when we eat a lot of meat, cheese, and processed foods and limit vegetable and fruit intake, we are in effect creating an imbalance in the sodium and potassium concentrations in our cells. And as one would guess, this imbalance raises our blood pressure.

In 1997, the largest and most detailed study to demonstrate the blood pressure lowering impact of a dietary pattern was the DASH trials. This large study, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), compared a dietary pattern rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium and fiber with one that was low in the same nutrients. The DASH diet focused on fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy foods, whole grains, lean meats from poultry, fish and nuts while being low in fat, red meat, sweets and sugar-containing beverages. A control diet which was more consistent with “the typical American diet” --low in fruits, vegetables & whole grains and high in fat and protein-- was used as a comparison.

The DASH diet successfully lowered blood pressure for all participants – those with hypertension and those who had normal blood pressures. Moreover, the African-American

participants showed particularly significant reductions in blood pressure. This disproves the age old thought that only 40% of people with hypertension respond to sodium restriction. Rather, everyone benefits from a diet that balances sodium restriction with intake of high potassium foods. And contrary to popular belief, bananas are not the only good source of potassium. Tomatoes, beans and peas, potatoes, greens, sweet potatoes, spinach, oranges, avocados, peaches, and cantaloupe, to name a few, are very good sources. Go to www.nhlbi.nih.gov to learn the details about the DASH diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Again we see the benefit of a dietary pattern – a way of eating as opposed to singling out specific healthy foods or supplements. Chef Manuel Marini teaches us that a pinch of salt can bring out the flavors in a dish, but too much salt can overpower. If we are willing to shift our dietary pattern away from processed foods, whole dairy products, and heavy reliance on red meat, there is room for that pinch of salt. Balancing flavors and nutrition – what a great idea!


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COOL GREEN BEAN SALADServing Size: 1/4 of recipe

Serves: 4

Ingredients4 cups boiling water 4 tsp. lemon juice 1 pound fresh green beans 3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbs. cider vinegar ••• tsp. prepared mustard a pinch of salt pepper to taste

1 clove garlic, thinly sliced 1 Tbs. fresh basil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 sprig fresh mint leaves

DirectionsIn a medium saucepan, combine the boiling water and lemon juice. Blanch the green beans for 5 minutes, or until

crisp tender; drain and reserve. In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the garlic and basil. Add the green beans, onion and fresh mint. Toss to coat.

Exchanges per serving: 2 Vegetables, 2 Fats

Nutrients per serving: 140 Calories; 91 Calories from fat; 10g Total Fat; 1g Saturated Fat; 0mg Cholesterol; 38mg So-dium; 12g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 2g Protein

NAPOLEON EGGPLANT PARMESAN Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

Serves: 6

Ingredients1 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 4 large tomatoes, diced 1 small yellow onion ••• cup sliced mushrooms a pinch of salt 1 tsp. ground black pepper 5 leaves fresh basil, cut julienne 3 sprigs fresh oregano 1 cup egg substitute 2 Tbs. water 3 Tbs. fresh basil, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced ••• tsp. crushed red pepper flakes a pinch of salt 2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil 2 eggplants, sliced 1/4inch ••• cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded low fat mozzarella cheese black pepper for garnish

DirectionsHeat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium skillet. Combine the first nine ingredi-ents and simmer 2-3 minutes to blend flavors. Reserve. In a small bowl beat the egg and water together. Mix in the basil, garlic, red pepper flakes and salt. Heat the remain-ing oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture then into the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown and ten-der. Combine the parmesan and mozzarella cheese. In a greased baking dish, place a single slice of eggplant, then a spoon of toma-to mixture, then a spoon of cheesRepeat this layering to create a tower three egg-plant slices thick. Using the remaining ingredients tower

the rest of the eggplant in the baking dish. Sprinkle the top of each tower with coarse ground black pepper. Bake in a 300º oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Exchanges per serving: 1••• Meats, 3••• Vegetables, 2 Fats

Nutrients per serving: 278 Calories; 149 Calories from fat; 17g Total Fat; 5g Saturated Fat; 19mg Cholesterol; 337mg Sodium; 20g Carbohydrate; 8g Dietary Fiber; 15g Protein

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landscaping Herb Gardensby Elaine Cameron, Angelina Master Gardener

Every home should have an herb garden. Herbs add fragrance, flavor to foods, interesting textures to the garden, and some are hosts plants to butterflies. A cook who has fresh herbs available can make everyday meals special. Herbs will grow year round in our area, and fall is the perfect time to start a new herb bed.

Most herbs come from warm, dry climates; therefore, they require well drained soil. Few pests bother herbs, but they will succumb to excess water. Prepare the soil by working in several inches of organic matter to improve drainage. Local stores have raised bed garden kits that are the perfect size for an herb garden. Containers could be placed in a sunny spot outside your kitchen door. Use a commercial potting mix to fill the containers.

There are dozens of herbs to plant, but here are some that do well in our area:

Oregano is known as the pizza herb. It is a perennial and there are several varieties to choose from. It has green foliage and small green leaves. Give it some room as it will spread out nicely. It dries well, but since it grows year round, I use it as a fresh herb.

Rosemary will grow to shrub size with grey-green needle like foliage that is available in upright and trailing varieties. It has a wonderful fragrance when you brush against it in the garden. Rosemary goes well with poultry, pork and oven-browned potatoes. I pick a few sprigs and slip them under the skin of our Thanksgiving turkey. The fragrance fills the house and it seasons the turkey with a delightful taste.

Sage is also a perennial and has gray green lance shaped leaves. It also goes well with poultry and pork dishes. Sage does best in a warm sunny area in a raised bed.

Cilantro is an annual that is popular in salsas and Tex-Mex cuisine. It grows best in the coolest temperatures of fall and spring; so, plant it now from a nursery transplant and again in the spring.

Basil is a warm weather annual herb and is a perfect seasoning for home-grown tomatoes. There are many varieties of basil.

Plant it in the spring from nursery transplants or seed. Basil does not tolerate temperatures below 50 degrees and dies in

the first frost.

Parsley adds an attractive border to the herb bed. Chopped finely it will add zest to a green salad and is used as a garnish. Plant nursery transplants now and in mild winters you will enjoy it all winter long. Planted from seed in October it will grow slowly over the winter and then grow quickly during early spring.

For more information on herbs visit this website: aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/ In the search window type in “herbs” and you will find several informative articles.

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hot spot Lufkin’s Bistro

Don’t miss out on a new and exciting event in Lufkin— Lufkin’s Bistro! This tasting event promises to be elegant and fun and will feature cuisine from Lufkin’s finest restaurants and caterers. Taste various Texas wines and enjoy live music from the Lords of Denman and more, all under the stars in downtown Lufkin.

Lufkin’s Bistro will be held downtown in the heart of Lufkin on First Street, Saturday, September 18, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. First Street will be blocked off from traffic starting at The Pines Theatre. Tables and chairs will be placed in the middle of the street to complete a one-of-a-kind experience in downtown Lufkin. The fabulous offering of food, beverages and live entertainment are sure to make for an unforgettable evening. Tickets are $30 per person and will go on sale August 1st at the Lufkin Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. Proceeds from tickets sales will benefit the Lufkin High School Alumni Scholarship Fund and the Lufkin Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. For more information, contact Tara Watson-Watkins at (936) 639-0349 or visit www.visitlufkin.com.

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business spotlightMelvin Linton Homes, LLC

When you first sit with Melvin Linton and discuss your new home, you get the sense you are discussing your plans with a friend you’ve known for years. Melvin understands how stressful the home-building process can be, from the endless choices to the financial decisions. Melvin works hard to build a quality home at an affordable price.

Melvin was born and raised in Angelina County where he graduated from Diboll High School. He took some college classes and went on to work for Brookshire Brothers. After several years, Melvin decided it was the right time to fulfill his dream of owning a business and building homes. Being involved in construction most of his life, Melvin had a “knack” for building. The business began on his dining room table and has since moved to an office. Today, Melvin Linton Homes, LLC, can proudly say they have been in business for 13 years.

Melvin prides himself on building quality custom homes and making a family’s dream of homeownership come true. Melvin is there every step of the way during the homebuilding process. When asked why he chose this as his career, Melvin says, “I like to take a family’s dream and a piece of paper and make it a reality, whether it is residential or commercial. We specialize in small to large homes and some light commercial buildings.”

Melvin enjoys supporting area youth in every way possible. He helps support the youth fair and local baseball teams. Melvin Linton Homes, LLC, is a member of the Deep East Texas Association of Builders and the Chamber of Commerce. In fact, Melvin is a past president of the Deep East Texas Association and is still very involved in their activities.

Melvin Linton Homes, LLC, recently completed construction on Chad Morgan’s State Farm Insurance Office on the loop in Lufkin. Other current jobs include finishing out Cavanaugh’s Jewelers, The Cook’s Corner and Steven’s Catering in the Fashion District. They also have three homes in various stages of completion around Lufkin and Nacogdoches.

“I like to take a family’s dream and a piece of paper

and make it a reality, whether it is residential or

commercial. We specialize in small to large homes

and some light commercial buildings.”

Melvin Linton

ISandy Yatescommunity connection

I grew up in a small town as the oldest of 5 children. Being the oldest made me responsible not only for my younger siblings, but a lot of times for the other kids in the neighborhood. I married one of the greatest

assets of my life in 1980. After Jackie completed his degree, I returned to SFA and graduated pleasantly pregnant with our fourth son. I graduated with a BBA degree, majoring in accounting. Despite being offered a fantastic career with Mobil Oil, I chose to stay home with my children. This took much prayer and consultation with God, but we feel staying home with them, and later home-schooling them, was a wonderful experience for us all.

During this time, Jackie and I worked with the youth at church, both in VBS and AWANA. I’ve taken great pleasure in working with young or single mothers through Bible studies and church retreats. I feel God has given me the ability to understand what these young mothers are experiencing and to encourage them. Often times, it’s the smallest encouragement that means the most!

While my boys were growing up, we were very involved in sports, mainly basketball. I must have attended hundreds of basketball games!. I have also enjoyed being a Weblos leader and a Boy Scout refreshment mom. Helping the boys construct some really neat paper airplane models or being the “victim” for their First Aide training was part of this wonderful experience. Through their hard work and some support, all four boys reached the rank of Eagle Scout. One of the things I realized in working with my sons through scouting is how interrelated God, country, and community are. I also realized how important it is to pass it on to our future generation.

With my children being older, I am able to be more politically involved. I am currently the Chair for Precinct 13 in Nacogdoches County and the co-founder of the Nacogdoches Chapter of Concerned Women of America. This is an organization that watches legislation that is being written by the local, state or federal government concerning the family. If some legislation needs action, we will write call, email, and or fax our senators or congressman or whomever needs to be addressed on that issue. We also take action by going to events and letting our voices be heard. I realized, after having children, that it was very important to take a stand because so much of what is done in the political realm affects our families and our future generations.

I am very thankful to live in the United States and the freedoms we enjoy. I love my family, community and church. I’m very blessed with a great husband and much support from my family. But above all, I am thankful that God sent His Son so that I might live eternally. That above all else, is what I strive to do; reflect His Love and Goodness.

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giving back More Than a Math Lesson

In July 2010, a group of Lufk in High School students traveled to present at the National GEAR UP Conference in Washington D.C. We are so proud of how they represented our school and community. It was just another proud moment in the many we’ve shared since this project began. What brought us to this conference was what some might consider a divine series of events. In an eff ort to improve math TAKS scores, Construction Technology Teacher, Calvin Fry, and Drafting Teacher, Robert Foley, came up with a creative way to get students “hands-on” experience using math. Their plan to contact Habitat for Humanity and have students build a home was so far outside of the box that most of us did not believe it would happen.

At the end of the 2008-2009 school year, Mr. Foley approached his Drafting classes with the project and asked for volunteers to draft designs. Many students volunteered to work on these designs and by the end of summer, four students had house plans complete. The plans were presented, critiqued and held to the same standards as building contractors by both the Mentor Board and the Habitat Board. Clark Thannisch’s plan was chosen, and the students teamed up to revise Clark’s plans to meet building codes. In October of 2009, the students received their Building Permit and were granted legal

permission to build the Habitat for Humanity Home on the Lufk in High School campus. Already, these students had

accomplished so much and construction had not even started.

Through this journey, students learned valuable, real-life lessons that aren’t found in typical classroom settings. They learned of real deadlines and policies, not just those imposed by parents and teachers. Students

developed character traits and work ethics that they will use for the rest of their lives. They learned to be leaders, and how to work as a team with others from diverse backgrounds. Most of all, the students grew as individuals.

The home was complete, dedicated, and moved in June of 2010. The sense of pride felt among the students and educators was tangible! Yes, they had met our goals, but they had gone above and beyond what we had envisioned. Just as amazing as what these kids accomplished is what has come from this. We have partnered with Habitat for Humanity for another fi ve years and the students are already working on plans for an ADA accessible home to be built next year. Another student designed a supplemental math chart for students at LHS to use on TAKS testing. She impressed our administration so much, they are having the chart copyrighted.

I wish I could give the credit to the teachers and administrators, but we merely guided our students along the way. These students did the all of the hard work to accomplish this project. I have learned never to doubt what young people can do. It has been an honor to get to know them and their personalities, but even more important, their dreams.

Megan Blattner, present-ing her math chart with

other students Shelby Gilstrap and Jaleel Gilder.

Dale Allred, Chief Inspector for the City of Lufk in signs the Building Permit.

Allen Aguilar do-ing an interview with Kicks 105 about the home.


Angelina County Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Announces Angelina County

Business Hall of Fame

Seeking Nominations

In an eff ort to continue to recognize the incredible

business leadership that has made Angelina County

what it is today, the Lufk in/Angelina County Chamber

of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Angelina

County Business Hall of Fame. The Lufk in/Angelina

County Chamber of Commerce Business Hall of Fame

will unveil the honorees at the Hall of Fame Ceremony on

Wednesday, October 27, 2010.

Nomination forms are due at The Chamber

Offi ces by Friday, August 20, 2010. For a complete list of

criteria and guidelines on eligibility for the Business Hall

of Fame, please visit our website at www.lufk intexas.org or

contact Tony Moline at 936.634.6644.

August 5thBusiness After Five hosted by Morgan Insurance5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.3708 S Medford Drive – Lufk inJoin us for appetizers and a fabulous door prize!

August 6thAugust First Friday Luncheon Sponsored by Cellular One of East Texas and Mike Love & AssociatesNoon – 1:00 p.m.Crown Colony County ClubOur speaker will be Stephen F. Austin State University President Dr. Baker Pattillo. Tickets for the luncheon are $15.

August 17thBusiness After Five hosted by The Main Event & Lesa’s Bridal5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.104 S. First Street – Lufk inJoin us for appetizers and a fabulous door prize!

August 26thBusiness After Five hosted by East Texas Eye Associates5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.1306 W. Frank Ave.Join us for appetizers and a fabulous door prize!

August 27thAugust Power Networking Breakfast8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Chamber Community RoomJoin us for breakfast and a topic of Non-Profi t Spotlight.

Dates and times are subject to change. To RSVP, please call 936.634.6644

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Baskin’s Department Store celebrated their new location with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Saturday, June 19th. They have moved to the Lufkin Mall next to Joe’s Italian Restaurant. They are the one-stop shop for all of your western wear. Pictured is Store Manager Gary Williams, Baskin’s Department Store employees and members of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce Diplomats team.

The Bair Foundation celebrated their new location with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 24th. Their new office is located at 1403 Turtle Creek Drive. The Bair Foundation, which operates offices nationwide, offers children the opportunity to become a part of a loving, stable environment during a very stressful and frightening part of their lives. Pictured is Administrator Lisa Soto, Intake Coordinator Kathy Dunn, The Bair Foundation employees and members of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce Diplomats team.

The Cassels-Boykin County Park Expansion and Dr. Bill and Emily Shelton Pavilion dedication took place on Friday, July 9th. Angelina County officials have been working with The Chamber’s Lake Enhancement Task Force since 1997 on developing a comprehensive plan to upgrade and expand Cassels-Boykin Park. In July 2008, the groundbreaking took place for the expansion. The upgraded county park has five new boat ramps, public restrooms, a 100 truck-trailer parking space, and a pavilion.

The next phase of the upgrade will include the only handicap accessible pier on Lake Sam Rayburn. In attendance was State Representative Jim McReynolds, Carter Smith, Executive Director of Texas Parks and Wildlife, County Judge Wes Suiter, Lake Enhancement Task Force Chairman James Slack, with representatives from the Lower Neches Valley Authority, Army Corps of Engineers, The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, and others.

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Nacogdoches County Chamber of CommerceMeet Incoming Chamber DirectorsThe Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce held an orientation for 2010-11 incoming chamber directors. Chamber Chairman Paul Smith III and Chairwoman Elect Francis Spruiell led the session. Chamber vice chairs Bill Teague, Scarlett Sloane, Michael Martin and Neal Slaten, reviewed chamber programs, committees and special projects in the community and the responsibilities of chamber directors. All chamber directors for the 2010-11 year will be inducted during the 89th Annual Chamber Meeting and Banquet on September 28.

Pictured from left are incoming chamber directors: Sheri Howard, NIBCO; Jessica Henderson; Hospice of East Texas; John Fleming, county attorney; Pierre Cromartie, KTRE Television; Rayanne Schmid, The Daily Sentinel; Sid Walker, SFASU; Collin LeMaistre, Nacogdoches Medical Center; current Chamber Chairman Smith and Chairwoman Elect Spruiell Not pictured is incoming di-rector Robert Rasberry, BancorpSouth.

New leader appointed for Leadership Nacogdoches Alumni AssociationKati Harris has been named Leadership Nacogdoches Alumni Associa-tion chairman. As a Leadership Nacogdoches graduate, she is “excited about building a network allowing alumni to stay in touch.”

“Leadership Nacogdoches graduates have something in common – they are informed and capable leaders in the community and in their organizations,” Har-ris said. “The program has been successful for so long that my hope is to bring graduates from all of the classes together and allow them to meet and interact.”

Harris follows in the footsteps of past chairs Vickie McMurtray and Ron Collins. Harris is the owner of Dogwood Designs, a marketing and public relations company serving East Texas and located in downtown Nacogdoches.

The Leadership Nacogdoches Alumni Reception and New Class Welcome is 5:30 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19, at the Nacogdoches Convention and Visitors Bureau, 200 E. Main St . All program alumni are invited.

Xtreme Paint & Graphics7515 North St. Owners James and Jennifer Stallings, ph. 560-5888, xtremegraphics.net.

J. McKinney’s restaurant at Hotel Fredonia 200 N. Fredonia St. Owner Susan Reents, ph. 564-1234, hotelfredonia.com.

Merci’s World CuisineCatering service. Owner Merci Nicklas,ph. 645-5860, mmmercis.com.

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Nacogdoches County Chamber of CommerceEvents9 a.m. – noon, Thursday, Aug. 19QuickBooks® seminar “Do’s, Don’ts & How-Do-I’s” presented by Lois Jackson, a staff accountant with Axley & Rode, LLP in Nacogdoches and a certified QuickBooks® Advanced Pro-Advisor, with years of training experience. Regis-tration is required and space is limited. Contact the Chamber at 560-5533.

7 – 10 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 14City hosting “Memories of Maroney: The Final Swim” Enjoy an exciting final evening at Ma-roney Pool, 2110 Maroney Dr. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Nacog-doches Waterworks project. The event will feature live entertainment, delicious fare, dinner, swimming, games and a live auction. The once in a lifetime live auction will feature a Touch a Truck Birthday Party, Private Event on the Red Brick Streets, Final swim in Maroney Pool, Rental of the Durst Taylor House, a Police Ride along, Dinner with the Fire Chief and much more! Tickets are $30 for a fun filled evening that boasts your last opportunity to see and swim in Maroney Pool, originally built in 1976, before the fundraising efforts for the new aquatic facility, Nacogdoches Waterworks, take off running. Tickets are available at both the Nacogdoches Recreation Center, 1112 North Street, and the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, 200 E. Main, Monday through Friday from 9 to 5 p.m. For more information contact the City of Nacog-doches Main Street Office at 936-559-2573 936-559-2573 .

1:15 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 17Ribbon Cutting - Best Watch & Jewelry Repair3507 North St. Owner Harley Schnell, ph: 205-5959.

5:30 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19Leadership Nacogdoches Alumni Re-ception and New Class Welcome. 200 E. Main St . , Nacogdoches Convention and Visitors Bureau. All LN Alumni are invited.

Noon – 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 27Fourth Friday Luncheon sponsored by Oncor Electric Delivery. Presentation by Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital staff.

5:30 – 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 26Alive After Five at Bethany HomeHealth Services – Specialty Division, 3500 North St., Ste. 1B, ph: 936-559-8555.

Tuesday, Sept. 28 89th Annual Chamber Meeting and Ban-quet. The 2010 Citizen of the Year and business excellence award recipients will be honored, and the 2010-11 Cham-ber Board of Directors will be inducted. Registration is required.

Nacogdoches Farm-ers’ Market, located at the “hitch lot” at the corner of West Main and Pearl Streets, is open from 8 a.m. un-til noon or later every Saturday morning, and during the grow-

ing season, 4 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday. If the market parking lot is full, addition-al parking is available in the Nacogdo-ches County Courthouse Annex parking lot. (Photo by Bruce R. Partain)

For more information about the follow-ing events and more community activi-ties, please see the online community event calendar at nacogdoches.org. Post your events, too!

Stay connected - nacogdoches.org • Browse the best community event

calendar and submit your events. • Check the Hot News. • Learn more about local businesses

at Business Digest.• Get business names, numbers and

locations in the Membership Direc-tory.

• Find links to the Chamber’s Twitter and Facebook pages, Shop Nac First, online photo album, plus more!

• Join the e-news mailing list.

Or visit the Chamber, 2516 North Street , 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 936-560-5533 936-560-5533.

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Calendar5-6 SFA Orientation

6 First Friday Cruise Night, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Down-town Square. Car Show

6-7 Great Texas Mud Race. Nacogdoches Expo Center. Ph: 936-564-0849

6 Jazz on the Patio. The Hotel Fredonia. 7:00 p.m

6 ETTRA Team Roping All Day Event George H. Hender-son, Jr. Exposition Center 637-3976

7 Jazz on the Patio. The Hotel Fredonia. 7:00 p.m.

7 Farmers Market. 8:00 a.m. 107 Pearl Street.

7 Stephen F. Austin State University, Chamber Music in the Pines. “Something Old”. 7:30 p.m., Cole Concert Hall, Ph: 1-888-240-ARTS

10 Stephen F. Austin State University, Chamber Music in the Pines. “Something New”. 7:30 p.m., Cole Concert Hall, Ph: 1-888-240-ARTS

13 Stephen F. Austin State University, Chamber Music in the Pines. “Something Borrowed”. 7:30 p.m., Cole Concert Hall, Ph: 1-888-240-ARTS

14 SFA Summer Graduation

14-15 Millard’s Flea Market. Dawn to Dusk. Hwy 59 North.

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15 Stephen F. Austin State University, Chamber Music in the Pines. “Something Blue”. 2:30 p.m., Cole Concert Hall, Ph: 1-888-240-ARTS

16 – 20 “Wee Art” Class for 3 year olds and a guardian. 9:30AM - 11:00AM Museum of East Texas 936.639.4434

18 Farmers Market. 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

19 Angelina Photographic Association Meeting 7:00PM - 8:30PM Museum of East Texas

20 PineKnot Music Co-Op. 8:00 p.m. Millard’s Crossing,

21-22 Trade Days. Dawn to Dusk. 1304 NW Stallings Dr. Ph: 936-564-2150

28 ETTRA TEAM ROPING All Day Event

George H. Henderson, Jr.Exposition Center 936-637-3976

28 Deep East Texas Rasslin’

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Lufk in Pitzer Garrison Civic Center

29 Art Camp Reception 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Museum of East Texas936-639-4434

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When you fi rst meet Melissa Stokes, whether it’s in person, hearing her story or by following her and her husband’s blog, you’ll immediately realize you’ve met a woman who has a passion for spreading God’s glory. Melissa’s willingness to sell her material possessions, leave her friends and family and travel to Africa, makes for a compelling story. Those closest to her describe her as extremely outgoing, loving, and hospitable. Melissa is the type of person that makes others ask, “what can I do to spread God’s word?”

Melissa’s parent’s, Don and Linley Hannabas, raised Melissa and her three older sisters in a home fi lled with love and taught them that more important than the family who loves them, they have a heavenly father who loves them unconditionally. At the age of 12, Melissa came to the realization that she was a sinner and needed a personal relationship with the Lord. She was baptized and it was then, that she feels her journey as a vessel for the Lord began. While attending Hudson High School, Melissa stayed active in youth group and played

sports. After high school, Melissa attended Angelina Community College and Stephen F. Austin State University to complete her Master’s of Accounting and sit for her CPA (Certifi ed Public Accountant) Exam. Melissa’s hard work had paid off and she was hired by one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms in Fort Worth. Melissa felt like she had made it; she was married to her high school sweetheart and had a career envied by many of her peers.

Ben had been Melissa’s rock over the years and felt he was living the life of his dreams as well. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree from SFA, Ben went on to work towards his Masters of Divinity degree at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. After graduation, he began interning at First Baptist Arlington in their global missions department. It was through this internship that he was able to travel to Africa for the fi rst time. Ben has since been to Africa four times and it was a trip in October 2009 when he brought Melissa along, that changed everything for the Stokes family.

After spending time in the Western Fulani Villages, Melissa and Ben knew there were a great number of Fulani men and women who desire to be a follower of Jesus Christ. Being the largest nomadic group in the world, they simply do not have the means necessary to learn of the gospel. With so few followers willing to take the good news to such a barren land, Melissa and Ben began to pray that God would call others to serve among the Western Fulani. They realized rather quickly that it was them that God was calling upon. When Melissa was asked what she is most excited about, she replied, “I am really looking forward to sharing the gospel with someone who has never heard the good news before. It excites me to think that I might change a person’s life forever.”

Ben and Melissa have since been making preparations for such a journey. Melissa recently left her job and has focused on spending time with friends, family and their church. Harmony Hill Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Arlington will be training and preparing them as missionaries to live and serve

“I am really looking forward to shar-ing the gospel with someone who has never heard the good news before. It excites me to think that I might change a person’s life forever.”

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cross culturally. Physical preparations have included exercising and losing weight to make the heat less strenuous on their bodies.

When it came to the issue of packing possessions and preparing for their move to Africa, Melissa found herself in uncharted territory. All along, Melissa had focused on her career and acquiring “things” of this world. Suddenly, she found herself embarrassed by the boxes and boxes of possessions that would not further the Kingdom or bring glory to His name. After reading Matthews 6:19-21, Melissa decided to find a way for their worldly possessions to bring glory to God’s name. Melissa and Ben sold almost everything they owned and plan to use the proceeds to purchase plane tickets and items they’ll need once in Africa.

When the Stokes arrive in Niger, it will be another round of preparations to ready them for their journey. They will undergo an intense six month long language course to get them proficient in speaking, Fulfulde, the language of the Fulani. Five hours per day, five days a week, they will study one of the most difficult languages in the world. In the evenings they will disciple other believers and work with other missionaries. On the weekends, they will venture into the villages to practice their new language and spread the gospel.

Once the six-month course is over, Ben and Melissa hope to venture into more

remote Fulani villages to plant churches, disciple other believers, and work to make His name known. Melissa especially feels God has called on her to minister to the Fulani women. When asked why this calling is important to her, Melissa explains, “my heart breaks for the Fulani women who don’t even know that they have a choice to make. They don’t

realize that their lives are not tied to their husband’s life, but tied to a relationship with God. I want to go and teach them and pour my life into them so that God’s glory can be spread to all nations.”

At this point, all Melissa knows for sure is that she has a great calling and an incredible journey ahead of her. “I’m so lucky to have my best friend and life partner to share this experience with and we hope that we can spread God’s word to the Fulani people,” Melissa says. She also takes great comfort in knowing that

He doesn’t need her to make His name known, but rather is inviting her to join where He is already at work.

This journey will last them at least two years and possibly longer. Melissa and Ben’s families plan to visit during their stay to witness the work they will be doing first-hand. They also plan to update their

blog as regularly as possible; as this will be their primary form of communication.

Through all of this Melissa has been calm, confident and ready for the challenges she’ll face. It is fitting then, that Melissa finds comfort in Psalms 46:10 which reads, “Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.”

To follow the Stokes in their journey visit: (http://blog.gcpn.org/thestokes)

my heart breaks for the Fulani women who don’t

even know that they have a choice to make. They don’t realize that their lives are not tied to their husband’s

life, but tied to a relationship with God. I want to go and

teach them and pour my life into them so that God’s glory can be spread to all nations.”

“Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.” -Psalms 46:10

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It has often been said that Texas is God’s County. Many East Texans will take it one step further saying “East Texas is God’s Country.” All the beautiful scenery that makes up East Texas no doubt explains why so many people come to the area to move, retire, relax, or enjoy all the surroundings.

The Texas Forest Country makes up the beautiful thirteen surrounding counties of Deep East Texas. TFC sums it up perfectly by saying…. “Towering trees. Scenic rivers. Large-as-life lakes. Folks who are friendly to a fault. Welcome to Texas Forest Country! People go out of their way to be helpful, wildlife abounds on every acre, and it’s hard to tell the forest for all the trees!”

When it comes to living in East Texas, moving, building, and/or remodeling is a part of the many people’s lives. The well known friendliness can be seen throughout the home building process. There are a lot of resources available to meet all of your needs locally. In Nacogdoches, The Forest Country Builders Association helps home owners with all their needs. The Deep East Texas Association of Builders are a huge help and resources to Lufk in home owners.

Once a year, both associations host a parade of homes to showcase their work, builders and contractors, along with many of the new techniques and styles in home construction. Both Parades are on the horizon. Mark your calendar for two Parade of Home events you will not want to miss.

Look through this special section for more information on local home building needs.

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The Nacogdoches Home Builders will showcase their homes one day- August 28th. The Forest Country Home Builders Association Executive Committee has been hard at work planning the tour. There will be over ten houses to view. Tickets are $5 and available at Mike Liebrum Realty and Elliott Electrical on South Street . For more information about the tour call Gloria Bay at 936.569.7941.

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FCHBA Executive CommitteeL – R : Linda Schabow, Treasurer, Gloria Bay, Secretary, Michael

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On September 10-12th, the Deep East Texas Association of Home Builders will showcase their homes. This will be a great way to see the work of builders in the Lufkin area. Tickets are $5 for the day or the weekend. For more information on the tour, call Cathleen at the DETAB office 936.875.3000

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Banking

Angelina Savings Bank1721 Tulane Lufkin936.639.3201

BankCorp South2918 Brentwood Dr Lufkin936.699.1205

Commercial Bank1901 Tulane Drive Lufkin936.633.5800

Huntington State Bank2120 S. First Lufkin936.639.5566

Builders/ Contractors

Dream Homes & Drafting LLC304 S. Timberland Lufkin936.634.3400

Ecker Remodeling204 South 1st Street Lufkin, TX, 75901 (936)632-7108

James Taylor Construction2696 Ted Trout936.875.2458

Martin ConstructionNacogdoches936.556.0085

Melvin Linton Homes, LLC362 Grimes Cemetery Rd Lufkin 936-829-3567

PAT Construction1712 Allendale Lufkin, TX 936-635-5804

Contractor Services

Construction Safety Products408 Northwest Stallings Drive Nacogdoches (936) 560-5521

Contractor’s Supply104 INDUSTRIAL BLVD, LUFKIN(936) 634-6564

Maddux Lumber & Hardware1603 Atkinson, Lufkin936.634.3369

Décor

The Blind Place2700 A Hillside Ste A Tyler, TX 903-561-9296

Nacogdoches Lighting732 N University Nacogdoches, TX 936-560-5460

Morrison Supply910 N. John Redditt Lufkin936.632.7444

Overhead Door Company413 Della Russell Rd, Lufkin (936) 632-3426

Developments

La Madera1313 South John Redditt Drive LufkinStephen Greak (936) 675-5738Ron Haney (936) 675-5655

Langston-South Bend1000 South Medford Drive Lufkin(936) 632-9847

Stonegate112 Hwy 69N Huntington Phone: (936) 422-4941

Insurance

CBH Insurance2608 North University Drive, Nacogdoches(936) 564-1735

Chad Morgan State Farm1503 S John Redditt Drive (936) 633-5591

Germania-Clark Insurance1507 East Denman Avenue (936) 632-5171

Jay Jackson State Farm1605 South Chestnut Street (936) 632-4466

Total Recall Home InventoryP.O. Box 155651 (936) 637-1140

Services

Affordable Gutters(936) 699-4887

Air Cooled Engines320 East Frank Ave Lufkin936-634-2244

Ambit EnergyRay [email protected]

Campbell Electric207 Della Russell Rd Lufkin (936) 634-2435

Complete Restorations924 N University Dr #13 Nacogdoches936-569-2892

Consolidated Communications321 North 1st Street (936) 634-1011

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Enviro TechUS Hwy 84 & US Hwy 259 Mt Enterprise903-822-4206

Home Theater Concepts225 South Street Nacogdoches936-560-6942

Truss & Sons Plumbing2204 N John Redditt Lufkin (936) 639-3960

United Security Services2218 Atkinson Drive Lufkin936-632-8974

Steamatic3302 Atkinson Drive Lufkin936-634-5122

Mickey’s Tint Shop406 Janeway Lufkin936.632.6425

Payne Electric2400 North Raguet Street Lufkin (936) 637-7477

Safeco1407 East Denman(936) 637-7233

Flooring

Carpets by Curiosity4100 S. US Hwy 69 Lufkin936-824-2178

Floors N More207 N. John Redditt Lufkin936-699-4530

Floors Unlimited2001 East Denman (936) 634-2021

L&S Floorworks303 N. Medford, Lufkin936.699.4477

Furniture

Castleberry’s Furniture4100 S. US Hwy 69 Lufkin936-824-2178

Cedar Tree1812 East Denman (936) 632-8899

Furniture Fetish924 S John Redditt Lufkin936-639-6800

Texas Heritage Furniture207 N. John Redditt Lufkin936-699-4530

Lawn and Garden

Johnsons Pools & Spas1605 E Denman Ave Lufkin936-637-6252

Kenco5231 South Street, Nacogdoches (936) 564-7178

Leal’s Lawncare & Sprinkler936-366-4129

Lillie Lu’s Garden580 Landrum Lufkin936.404.2211

Land and Land Services

Forestar1607 South Chestnut Street Lufkin(936) 639-0660

Scorpion ServicesBo MillerP.O. Box 632134Nacogdoches, Tx 75965

Real Estate

American Real Estate - Courtney Gould1313 South John Redditt Drive Lufkin936-414-5322

Joyce Johnson1313 South John Redditt Drive Lufkin936.676.2541

Timber Country Real Estate5762 Ted Trout Dr Lufkin936-875-2905

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your life


MY husband Christopher Powell is our hero. Not only is he a great husband and father but he is an American Soldier. He has been active military for almost 12 years. He joined the National Guard while still in high school with a heart wanting to serve his country. He is very brave and even if he is around the world, he shows us his love every day. He is deployed right now for the second time. It is hard at times, especially for our young children who don’t always understand, but

they are quick to tell people that their daddy is a soldier and is defending their freedom. We love Chris very much and are so proud of everything he is doing and cannot wait to be back with him. He is our HERO!

Chris’s Wife, Amanda

Christopher Powell, Nacodoches

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relationshipsby Kathryn Greene

This past month I turned sixty (that is six-zero)! I cannot believe I am sixty! That has to be my mother’s age! (Actually she is 81 and just drove herself and a friend from southern Arkansas to Oklahoma City to see my brother.) Where have the years gone? They have gone by so fast! It was just a few days ago, it seems like, that John and I were married and moved to Lufk in to begin what has been to this time 38 years of ministry. It has been a ministry fi lled with many joys and blessings as well as many challenges and losses.

As this 6th decade marker becomes more of a reality, I cannot help but refl ect on the past…

• I was raised in a stable home with a mom and dad that loved me and dedicated their lives to pastoral ministry.

• I attended a state college that not only gave me a good quality education but also gave me a place to grow spiritually with a group of young people that were seeking the Lord for His plans and purpose for their life. It was there that I met my husband and God revealed His plan for our lives to also be in pastoral ministry.

• Texas soon became our home – to attend Seminary and pastor Harmony Hill Baptist Church here in Lufk in.

• God rewarded me with the privilege of being a stay-at-home mom to two boys. I had the opportunity to be available to teach and train them in the formative years of their life. I began work outside the home the day my youngest son started college

• When the boys entered their teen-age years, God laid on my heart to prepare for the next season of my life. I returned to college and obtained a degree in Counseling.

• For the past 15 years, that decision has been at the core of all of my ministry opportunities. For 10 years I have had the privilege of working alongside my husband with a burden to see people become fully devoted followers of Jesus.

Now what does God have for me in this 6th decade of my life…

• I know that it will be good because God says, “I know the plans I have for you. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”

• It will require renewed energy and zeal to be all that God designed me to be. It takes energy to be a grandmother to nine grandchildren. It takes zeal to pursue God with all my heart, mind, and soul. It will take keeping my focus to fi nish well my life journey.

Often my husband has said that he wants written on his tombstone, “He served the purpose of God in His generation and then He died.” I think to have that said about me would be about the greatest tribute I could receive. But the greatest would be to hear God say, “Well done, good and faithful servant!”

I choose to think that 60 is only a number, and by God’s grace, there will other numbers to follow. This is a “Happy Birthday”!

Happy Birthday to Me!

and I were married and moved to Lufk in to begin what has been to this time 38 years of ministry. It has been a ministry fi lled with many joys and

As this 6th decade marker becomes more of a reality, I cannot help but

my ministry opportunities. For 10 years I have had the privilege of working alongside my husband with a burden to see people become fully devoted followers of Jesus.

Now what does God have for me in this 6th decade of my life…

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In today’s economic conditions, many home owners do not turn their attention to what they are currently paying for their home. Your minds are constantly looking for ways to save money through your daily spending; yet, your monthly mortgage payment that you have been making just continues to be paid from your checking account . With phenomenally low interest rates on mortgage loans, many home owners need to be checking their current interest rates to see if they could be saving a signifi cant amount of money. For instance, a one percent reduction in interest rate over the course of twenty years in payments could reduce your total interest paid by $14,000. This number is based on a $100,000 loan with a starting rate of 6.5% dropping to 5.5%. Here are some steps in determining if you are missing the boat on saving some signifi cant scratch on your home, and how to get more information on a better rate.

What rate do you currently have?Some folks can actually remember the rate they had when they closed their home loan. If this is not you, there are a couple of things you can do to determine what rate you currently have. If you have your copies of the original loan closing documents, you can look for your mortgage note. This document will describe what rate you have and how long that rate is fi xed (or stays the same). If you do not have your copies, call your mortgage lender. They should be able to look up your current rate, and discuss the terms of your loan.

What rates are currently available?After determining your rate, make a few phone calls to some mortgage lenders. Discuss the rates that are associated with the diff erent terms and products. Rates can be aff ected by several diff erent factors including credit scores, term of loan, and points paid (additional payment in closing costs to lower your interest rate). Try to be knowledgeable about your current credit situation, and make sure that you get a rate quoted that includes paying no points.

How can you determine if the interest rate can save you money?When discussing rates with the mortgage lender, also discuss possible closing costs associated with closing the loan.

These costs need to be factored into your calculations in determining the savings that might be attainable. You will need to use a loan amortization worksheet to determine the savings in total interest. These can commonly be found on the internet by doing a simple search. Start with your original interest rate, the amount remaining on your loan, and the years remaining on your current note. Next fi nd the total amount of

interest paid that should be automatically calculated within the worksheet and write that number down. You can now change the interest rate to what you have been quoted. Once again, fi nd the total interest and write

the new number down. Simply subtract your total interest from the quoted rate and the closing costs from your original interest rate’s total interest. This will give you the dollar amount of total savings over the remaining life of your current loan.

All situations are not the same, and all lenders are not the same. Please make sure you are talking to knowledgeable and reliable lenders. Follow these simple steps, and you could be saving yourself some signifi cant money.

Gregg HolmesAssistant Vice President, Bancorp-south Nacogdoches936.564.6191

Your Home From a Professional Perspectiveby Gregg Holmes, Assistant Vice President, Bancorpsouth—Nacogdoches

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It all began back in 2001 with Ellen Hollis’ fi rst grandchild, Mitch. Ellen and the other women in her bridge club started a “Grandmother’s Party” so they could spend a fun-fi lled day with their grandchildren without the rules, routines, and restrictions that the parents often impose. Ellen says “if we want to spoil them and feed them candy all day long, we can!”

The annual get together is planned around the dates that her grandchildren will be in Lufk in. Ellen’s grandchildren are spread across the country from Utah to North Carolina. Most of the other member’s grandchildren live within driving distance. The children look forward to it so much that Ellen’s children often plan and coordinate trips so that their children may participate. It has grown into something the entire family looks forward to each summer.

Each year, a group picture is taken, which then becomes the invitation for next year. Traditionally, the women and children meet at the Lufk in Zoo train at 9:00 am for a quick ride before they explore the rest of the zoo animals. Afterwards, a picnic lunch is a must. Then on to hours of swimming at a grandmother’s home where the kids can run and play at their leisure. The day concludes with another train ride at the Duncan’s home.

Over the years, the traditions have evolved. Now, anyone that has grandkids is invited; so, it has branched out from the original bridge club. Ellen’s grandchildren make cupcakes to bring and Cissy McCarroll always brings popsicles. Ellen’s grandson, Mitch, is now 13 and has not been able to attend in several years but Ellen was able to introduce a new member to the group this year, her 2 year old granddaughter Lilli.

In talking with Mitch, it was obvious that many summer memories were made in this simple one-day event. Mitch’s list of “favorites” went on and on, but he especially enjoyed the time with friends made in Lufk in. Even fi rst-timer Lilli, was said to have been excited about all the swimming she did. Grandchildren may get older, schedules often become more hectic, and distance usually makes it harder to attend, but two things remain the same: fun is had by all and there are NO PARENTS ALLOWED!!

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Growing up in Etoile, Texas, spending the summers with my mom, aunt, brother and cousins, I rarely looked forward to going back to school. My name is Paula Rhodes King and I am an Early Childhood teacher. I graduated from Stephen F. Austin with a de-gree in Interdisciplinary Studies and have been teaching young children for the past 14 years. The

only thing more precious to me than teaching children is my dear family. I am married to Chris King and together we have three wonderful boys, Kade, 12; Spencer, 10; and Reece, 9. Our lives are so busy with baseball and basketball that, at times, it seems we live at the fi eld or on the court. We’ve always made it a priority to spend time together, which is important for the growth and development of our family as well as each indi-vidual child.

As a teacher, I am often approached by parents who are looking for ways to get their children excited and motivated about the return to school. Through the years, I have found that incorporating activities that require your children to follow directions, take turns, and focus for appropriate periods of time on a given task will benefi t your child in and out of the classroom. I want to encourage you to use the remaining summer break to include fun activities that will ease the transition from a carefree summer break to a more structured daily routine.

Activities that get kids engaged are great; whether it is cooking or playing a round of putt-putt golf! To get you started, here are some basics to consider!

• Cooking: Finding age appropriate recipes encourages reading, following in-structions, and task completion. Whether it’s making play dough or baking cook-ies, children enjoy getting “hands-on”!

• Playing Games: Family game nights are a great way to get kids involved and working in groups. Games off er the opportunity for your child to focus, take turns and perhaps sit still and be patient!

• Crafts: Painting is a great way for your child to express themselves and use their imagination. Planning an activity, gathering the necessary supplies, com-pleting the job, and basic clean-up are all useful skills in the classroom.

• Reading: Reading with your children can inspire a life-long love of learning. Set aside time daily to read with your children or encourage independent reading. It’s basic time like this that will make a big diff erence when they are back in the classroom.

These activities will not only benefi t your child, but will likely benefi t the entire family. Whether you look forward to or dread the beginning of the new school year, I hope you will take time to try out some of these activities. I hope that they will bless your family the way they have blessed mine. As fast paced as our lives are today, let us not forget what really matters: time with our children!

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Spotlight on Spinning fitnessby Dr. Tony and Patricia Thompson

You may have passed by one of the spin classes on your way to your treadmill or elliptical and thought: what is the attraction of cy-cling on a stationary bike? Then you notice the high energy music and the sweat pouring from the individuals participating, and you may even notice that the individuals participating enjoy this work-out and keep coming back day after day. What you won’t notice from a mere glance is that these participants are burning 400 to 600 calories in 40 min-utes and are getting a workout unlike any other found indoors. The beauty of this group exercise class is no experience is required and everyone can exercise at his or her own level.

In the fi rst class, qualifi ed instructors will assist participants in setting up the bike prop-erly and encourage them to go at their own pace. The biggest complaint from begin-ners is uncomfortable seating and an “ache” when sitting for a few days. Just like any workout, this discomfort passes, but to help ease the transition, “saddle” pads are avail-able at most local sporting goods stores. Believe it or not, strength and comfort level usually increase within two weeks with consistent participation.

Classes are started with high energy music to get participants ready to simulate terrain and situations similar to riding a bike outdoors. Some of the movements and positions include hill climbs, sprints and interval training. The class ends with a cool down. There are three factors in determining the diffi culty of the workout:

Resistance is typically controlled by a knob that the rider operates, causing the brake to tighten on the fl ywheel. The resistance knob ranges from no resistance and pedaling beyond the inertia of the fl ywheel to so tight that the rider cannot move the pedals. Usually riders who cannot pedal at the resistance level suggested by the instructor are encouraged to ride at a level at which they feel comfortable, yet chal-lenged.

Cadence is the speed at which the pedals turn. Pedaling at a higher rate expends more energy than pedaling at a lower rate with the same resistance.

Position Various positions such as sitting, standing, or “hovering” on the bike are used to “amp” up the workout.

Participants can set goals based on their heart rate, which can be measured manually or by using a heart rate moni-tor. Riders can also simulate terrain variations by alter-ing resistance and cadence. Some participants choose to maintain a moderate, aerobic intensity level, while others drive their heart rates higher in intervals of anaerobic ac-tivity. This is a major advantage of indoor cycling: each participant can control his or her own level of intensity.

Ask your workout facility if spin classes are available, as not all facilities off er such classes. The Court Club in Nacogdoches off ers Spin classes 5 days a week. Contact The Court Club at 936-569-0068 or stop by for a compli-mentary class.

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Women & COPDwomen’s healthBy Mohammad Siddiqui, MD, Pulmonary Medicine

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areas of American society. Women currently make up 57 percent of college students and are more likely to graduate than their male counterparts. Also, during hard economic times, women are less likely to be unemployed than men. Another –very unfortunate – area where women have surpassed men is the number of deaths resulting from chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). According to the American Lung Association, women have exceeded men in the number of deaths attributable to COPD for the seventh year in a row.

The fourth leading cause of death in the United State, COPD is a chronic lung disease in which the lungs are damaged, making it harder to breathe. When breathing in, air travels down the trachea, through the bronchial tubes and eventually into each of the lungs. In healthy lungs, tiny air sacs known as alveoli fi ll with air. The airways and air sacs are elastic, springing back to their normal shape after fi lling with air. With COPD, however, the airways and air sacs lose their elasticity, making it harder for air to fl ow in and out of the lungs. Over time, the air sac walls are destroyed and the walls of the air passages thicken and produce an increased amount of mucus, blocking the airways.

While environmental and genetic factors may play a part in the development of COPD in both men and women, cigarette smoking is the primary cause. Smokers are 10 times more likely to develop COPD than nonsmokers. Symptoms may include a persistent cough, increased mucus production, shortness of breath (especially during exercise), wheezing and a tight feeling in the chest. Often patients are not diagnosed with

COPD until symptoms become more severe and begin to aff ect their quality of life. Patients with COPD may fi nd themselves unable to complete daily activities, such as vacuuming or even climbing stairs, without suff ering from shortness of breath. If left untreated, COPD symptoms can quickly become more severe rendering the person virtually disabled and potentially causing death.

Studies suggest that women are more prone than men to developing COPD from their exposures to risk factors, such as environmental pollutants or cigarette smoke. In addition, women are more predominant among COPD patients who have never smoked. While reasons are relatively unknown, experts suggest that gender-linked genetic factors that

predispose them to developing the disease may exist. A recent study found that 19.2 percent of COPD cases are connected to work-related exposure to toxic chemicals and pollutants. A rare genetic disorder called Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Defi ciency and other respiratory infections may be

causes as well.

Although there is no cure for COPD, the symptoms can be managed. Lifestyle changes, such as smoking cessation, regular exercise and a healthy diet may improve shortness of breath and strengthen the body. Patients are encouraged to visit a physician to discuss medications and treatment options that may also be appropriate. If you are experiencing symptoms associated with COPD, seek medical attention early to reduce your risk of developing more severe COPD and to improve your quality of life.

A recent addition to our community, Mohammad Siddiqui, MD, has training and experience in all areas of pulmonary critical care and internal medicine. Dr. Siddiqui is currently accepting new patients. His offi ce is located at 10 Medical Center Blvd, Suite B, in Lufk in – just next door to Woodland Heights Medical center. For an appointment, call (936) 633-5580.

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A Smooth Transition BetweenfashionSeasons

We all love the beginning of a new season, and fall is one of our favorites. Cooler weather means a change in our wardrobe, but what are we supposed to do with all the cute summer clothes still hanging in our closet? The good news is… fashion designers are providing more transitional pieces that slide seamlessly from season to season. With a few key additions and some strategic styling tips, many of your favorite summer pieces can be reworked for cooler weather. The following is an overview of fall fashion trends and how you can make them work for you:

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AccessoriesYou’ve heard this before, but accessories really are the key to an outfi t and once again, a hot accessory this fall is the scarf. Not only is a scarf ideal for warding off a chill, but it adds instant chic to your look. Whether you tie yours artfully or drape it loosely, the addition of a scarf allows you to get more mileage from summer dresses, t-shirts and lightweight sweaters. Don’t shy away from choosing dramatic accessories! Oversized chains, studs and jewelry create dramatic silhouettes. Large rings and stacked bracelets continue to be popular for fall.

JacketsA great jacket will provide more mileage for your summer dresses, skirts and sleeveless tops. This season, look for every-thing from casual denim jackets to leather “motorcycle” jackets and lightweight tailored solids. Capes and wraps are also very popular this fall.

Tights and LeggingsTights and leggings are a cost eff ective way to carry a short dress from summer’s heat to the cooler days ahead. The fall run-ways featured everything from sheer hosiery to leggings with funky patterns, prints and embellishments.

FootwearAdd a pair of boots to everything from a fl oral dress to white jeans (yes, you CAN wear white jeans after Labor Day!). Wheth-er you prefer ankle boots, knee high or cowboy styles, you can’t go wrong. Ballet fl ats are still strong and pair well with leggings as well as longer skirts and dresses.

KnitwearKnitwear is in the spotlight with an emphasis on texture. One great look for fall is the long cardigan or vest cinched at the waist. Pair a cardigan with summer shorts and a tank top or layer it over a sundress and you’ll transcend a summer outfi t into the new season.

Colors and PrintsUpdated color combinations make an outfi t look fresh. This sea-son’s hues include olive, purple, gray, chocolate and a rich gold-en yellow. Animal prints are still popular, with zebra, giraff e and leopard dominating the print palette. The characteristic feature of all prints this fall, even fl orals, is that they’re a statement – ex-aggerated and strong. Brighten up a neutral dress with a pop of color and print to put some pep into your fall look.

There is so much to get excited about for the upcoming season with wearable, timeless styles. Fall fashion is grounded fi rmly in classic silhouettes, but adds a modern twist with eye-catching embellishments or fresh, fun accessories.

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Protecting Your Skin From the Sunbeauty

How does the sun damage my skin?

The sun’s rays include ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B rays (UVA and UVB rays) which both damage skin. This damage leads to early wrinkles, skin cancer and other skin problems. Loss of elastin and collagen in the skin eventually gives an unhealthy leathery look to the skin. A tan is the body’s desperate attempt to protect itself from the sun’s powerful eff ects.

Repeated sun exposures, even if you don’t burn, can lead to skin cancer. Studies have shown that as few as fi ve severe sunburns in your life can signifi cantly increase your risk of cancer. Remem-ber that clouds and water won’t protect you--up to 80% of the sun’s rays can get through clouds and can reach swimmers at least one foot below the surface of the water. The sun’s rays can also refl ect off of water, sand, and (winter) snow.

Are Tanning Booths Safe?

Tanning booths use ultraviolet rays. Makers of the booths may claim that they use “harmless” UVA rays. However, both UVA and UVB rays cause skin damage.

Where Is Skin Cancer Most Likely To Occur?

Most skin cancers occur on parts of the body that are repeatedly exposed to the sun. These areas include the head, neck, face, tips of the ears, hands, forearms, shoulders, back, chests of men, and the back and lower legs of women.

What Are The Risk Factors For Skin Cancer?

A number of things may put you at higher risk of eventually de-veloping skin cancer:

� Having fair skin with red or blonde hair � Having light-colored eyes � Sunburning easily � Having many moles or freckles � Working or playing outside � Being in the sun a lot as a child � Having had a serious sunburn � Family members with skin cancer � Tanning in the sun or with a sunlamp

How Can I Tell If A Mole Is Normal?

The main thing to look for is any change in a mole that you have or the appearance of a new mole. Most normal moles appear by age 30. Any moles that appear after age 30 should be watched carefully and brought to the attention of your doctor. Concerning moles are also ones that change, or are located on the palms, soles of the feet or between the toes, or on the genital areas.

Signs Of Skin Cancer: ABCDE Rule

A for Asymmetry: A mole that, when divided in half, doesn’t look the same on both sides

B for border: A mole with edges that are blurry or jagged

C for color: Changes in the color of a mole, including darkening, spread of color, loss of color, or the appearance of multiple colors such as blue, red, white, pink, purple or gray

D for diameter: A mole larger than 1/4 inch in diameter

E for elevation: A mole that is raised above the skin and has an uneven surface

Other Signs Include

� A sore or mole that bleeds� A fast-growing mole � A scaly or crusted growth on the skin � A sore that won’t heal � A mole that itches

Tips On Preventing Skin Cancer

Avoiding the sun completely is best. Remain in the shade when possible. Protective clothing and a wide-brimmed hat are very benefi cial. I recommend sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Sunscreen containing zinc oxide is most eff ective in blocking harmful UVB rays. Reapply sunscreen fre-quently if you’re sweating or swimming.

Skin Self Examination is key in recognizing suspicious skin le-sions early. Learn where your birthmarks, moles and blemishes are and what they usually look like. Check for anything new, such as a change in the size, texture or color of a mole, or a sore that doesn’t heal.

Use a mirror to check the sides of the trunk and your back. Bend your elbows and look carefully at your palms and forearms, in-cluding the undersides, and your upper arms. Examine between the buttocks and around the genital areas. Look at your legs, front and back. Closely examine your feet, including the soles of your feet and the spaces between your toes.

By Brian F. Humphreys, MD

Everyone should be aware of the sun’s power-ful and damaging eff ects. Knowledge is your most powerful defense.

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New clothes and shoes, backpacks and lunchboxes, notebooks and pencils: chances are you’ve already thought about the basic things you need to buy before your child returns to school. Don’t forget that preparedness goes beyond material items; it also extends to good health! Make sure your child is physically ready to enter the classroom with this short end-of-summer checklist.

Make sure your child’s immuni-zations are up to date. Review the record with your provider at the check-up suggested in item 1. Immunizations are the primary way to prevent serious infection.

Schedule a dental checkup. Get this ap-pointment out of the way during the summer, and your child won’t have to miss school later.

Schedule appointments, if necessary, with vision (optom-etrist or ophthalmologist) and hearing (audiologist) spe-cialists. Your child’s health care provider will do vision and hearing screens at his or her checkup. If these screens are abnormal, your child will need evaluation by a specialist.

Establish and enforce a regular bedtime and wake-up time. Family schedules are often lax during the summer. Children need to be on a regular sleep schedule prior to the fi rst day of school.

Enforce good hygiene habits. Washing hands regularly decreases the spread of germs. Brushing teeth at least twice daily promotes den-tal health and hopefully will eliminate the need for extra dental appointments.

Schedule a checkup with your child’s health care provider.Children are generally healthier in the warmer months, so their health care providers are usually less busy. Therefore, summer is the easiest time to schedule an appointment at your convenience.

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Adventures in Coastal Campingkids konnect

For each of the past four years, I have been lucky enough to attend a Marine Biology Camp in Galveston. Sea Camp is offered through Texas A&M Galveston and is held at the Galveston campus. Each year campers are allowed to select specific camps to attend, based on age and interests.

This summer, my friend Emma and I decided that we wanted to go coastal camping all the way down to South Padre. We arrived at the A&M campus in Galveston and waited for the rest of the campers to arrive. We met and befriended a girl named Jack while we were waiting. Once we were finally ready to go, (three hours later!), all 14 campers loaded into a large white van and headed toward adventure.

Our first stop was at Port Lavaca. Jack, Emma, and I were all sharing a tent and we had to set it up twice to get it right! Our counselor told us that we were going to wake up really early and found out what he meant by that the next morning. At six a.m., the seagulls started acting as our personal alarm clocks. After breakfast, we went out seining-sweeping a large net along the bottom of the ocean – and found some amazing creatures including: crab, croakers, pinfish, and ladyfish.

Soon after, we packed up and left for our next destination, Corpus Christi. We set up camp and settled into our Corpus campground. The next morning started with kayaking lessons. At first, I was nervous to get into the small kayak, but after they push you in the water, it just comes naturally. Emma and I went to touch the USS Lexington while in our kayaks and then we saw hundreds of jellyfish in the water! The teacher said they were harmless, but we decided that we were finished just to be safe. We got back to our campsite and Emma and I took a hot shower.

The next day was when the real adventure began. We made it down to South Padre and set up our tents. We then went on a dolphin watch and saw about thirty dolphins! They were beautiful but a little boring after a while. Our next adventure was not. We went out seining again and found out that we were seining over an oyster bed. Poor Jack fell down and cut her hand open right away. One of the counselors took her back to the campsite while we continued. On our way out of the water, a girl named Morgan fell and suffered a gash in her knee. We took her to the campsite and cleaned it and we were

about to send her to the hospital when Jack fell to the ground. She was having trouble breathing so they went to the hospital together. Morgan got five staples in her knee and Jack was overheated and had an allergic reaction to the shellfish. We were all scared but glad the girls were o.k.

Later that day, we went snorkeling. The captain took us to a place and we started to swim around. It was then that we figured out we were swimming in stinging jellyfish! We got back to the boat (after all of us got stung) and went to a different place. This next place seemed more tropical and had no jellyfish. Finally, we returned to our tents after a long day.

Our seagull alarms were right on time bright and early as we loaded the van and traveled to Goose Island. When we arrived, we set up camp and then went fishing and I accidentally caught a bird with my fishing pole when a seagull got tangled in my line! That was the catch of the day, considering nobody else caught anything. We went back to our campsite just in time to see a raccoon stealing my Oreos. We were too late to stop him, but he didn’t get anything else. We slept that night, woke up to the sound of seagulls (again), and headed home.

We arrived back in Galveston and had an Awards Ceremony and my mom picked me up. It was an amazing adventure that I will never forget…but I am happy to be sleeping in a bed again!

Chandler Merrell is the 14 year old daughter of Glenda and Dan-ny Merrell. She will be a freshman at Central High School this fall.


SWhen Kathryn and Scott Diggs found out they were expecting twin girls, they started rolling up their sleeves. Big sister Addison and her parents wanted the perfect nursery for their new arrivals- Peyton and Reagan. Along with the help of their grandmother, Cindy Diggs, Peyton and Reagan’s custom bedding and drapery were very budget friendly. “We have done a lot with very little money,” said Kathryn. “The fabric was the most expensive piece and everything else we did ourselves.” Another great feature of the beautiful nursery is that it is something they can grow into and easily convert to “big girl” rooms.

child’s play Peyton and Reagan Diggs

Does your child have a craft, hobby, or interest that they would like to share with other kids their age? Tell us about it by emailing us at [email protected]. Your child might be featured in a future issue of The Journey!

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Who Said Cooking Isn’t Easy?treats and eats

Mini Chocolate Pies

1 package instant chocolate pudding2 cups fat free milk6 tablespoons whipped topping6 vanilla wafers6 cupcake wrappers1 cupcake pan

In a medium bowl, whisk pudding and milk until mixed. Cover and refrigerate until pudding thick-ens, about 5 minutes. Place cupcake wrappers in cupcake pan. Place one vanilla wafer at the bot-tom of each wrapper with the flat side facing down. Spoon an even amount of pudding on top of each wafer. Top each mini pie with one tablespoon whipped topping.

Quick, NO BAKE AND YummyRECIPES FOR THE COLLEGE STUDENT

Tuna Pita Pockets

¾ cup shredded lettuce⅓ cup chopped tomato¼ cup chopped broccoli¼ cup chopped onion¼ cup chopped carrot1 can white tuna, packed in water, drained¼ cup low fat ranch dressing2 pita pockets, cut in half

In a medium sized bowl, mix all vegetables. In a smaller bowl, mix tuna and ranch dressing. Add tuna mix to vegetables and mix well. Stuff pita pocket halves with tuna mixture.

Citrus Salad

1 small can mandarin oranges1 small can chopped pineapple½ cup chopped pecans, toasted optional2 cups salad greens⅓ cup thinly sliced purple onionPoppy Seed Salad Dressing

On a large plate, layer salad greens, onion, oranges, pineapple and pecans. Drizzle with salad dressing.

Anna Lee grew up right here in East Texas in the wonderful town of Center. While growing up, she was very much involved in her local 4-H club participating in projects from foods and nutrition, showing chickens in the infamous Poultry Festival, and riding in the Shelby County mounted drill team, played on her High School Golf team, and worked at her parent’s family business, Boles Feed Company. Anna completed a Bachelors degree in Family and Consumer Sciences at SFA, Master’s degree in Family Studies at Texas Woman’s University. Anna and her husband, Justin, live in Nacogdoches. Anna is currently is working at Shelby Savings Bank.

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Preparing for Freshman Yearfamily support

Although now considered “old” in the eyes of most well-meaning college students, my thirty-year old person can still vividly remember the sights, smells, and experiences associated with my first week as college freshman. As I think about the term, “freshman,” I realize how truly appropriate it is to describe the overwhelming feeling that consumes you as you timidly walk into your first lecture hall—FRESH! As terrified as I was that first day of Astronomy 101, I embraced a new and fresh purpose to my life. Suddenly, school was no longer about receiving a diploma at the end of four years, but receiving a job! And friendships were no longer a matter of survival; they were simply a matter of intention.

With the choice of “music major” firmly planted in my being, I walked confidently in to my first vocal lesson. However, only a short thirty minutes later, I left fighting back tears and questioning everything about my choice! College can be a challenging season for most young adults as they fight to discover their identity and path. For most students, the trial of the freshman year is not the obvious, “being on my own,” but more involved around change, being alone, and new responsibilities! Most student find themselves in a strange, new place, completely removed from their support system of family and friends, and for many, they are required to behave like an adult for the very first time!

The most overlooked benefit to a student’s freshman year is that God can use this challenging time to teach students, as well as their parents, to trust in who He is, rather than what He can do! Therefore, how can parents and their children best prepare for the upcoming life-change called college? First, begin when your children are young in building strong and honest family relationships, where open communication is the norm. Although distance during college is challenging for many families, if you desire for you student to keep you “in the loop” throughout their college years, create a strong, but not overbearing, relationship with them when they are young. As they grow older, your child will desire to talk with you and seek your advice as an adult if this is a behavior that has been welcomed in love in their childhood home.

Second, Christian students should remember that faith works best in packs! A student who enters college with the attitude “It’s just you and me, God,” will probably lose his faith; a student who seeks out other Christians will probably keep it—and grow. God made us members of a body, the body of Christ, for this reason. Third, students and parents alike should work hard to cultivate common sense! What the Bible calls wisdom is more than just memorizing Bible verses; it is the understanding of God’s way with us, and it is thoroughly practical.

The most important thing to remember as the freshman year approaches is that both the students, as well as their parents, are transitioning. The more empathetic each can be to the other during this challenging time, the more rewarding this season will be for both! And remember, the Lord uses trials to make us stronger, wiser, and bring us closer to His purpose and reward!

by Kasey Van Norman, Community Counselor

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why i love being a mom Amanda Robertson

On October 21, 2009, at 12:14 pm, my life as a mom began. It was truly one of the happiest days of mine and my husband’s lives! As we stared down at our beautiful baby girl, we realized that it was our job to raise this baby, teach her right from wrong, and provide her with a loving, Godly home. We were ready, or so we thought!

Dixie Leigh has always been a pretty good baby. She loves to sleep, she eats well, and loves to get baths. For us, learning to sleep less and deal with exhaustion during the day have defi nite-ly been some of the things we’ve had to hand over to God! While children truly are a blessing, it’s very easy to overlook the blessing between feedings, diapers, and temper tantrums. I’ve learned to really enjoy every good and bad moment and praise God for my opportunity to be Dixie Leigh’s mom.

I went back to work full-time when Dixie Leigh was 6 weeks old. I thought it would be a relief to have some “big girl time,” but it was hard to leave her. I probably drove my mom and mother-in-law crazy constantly calling to check on whether Dixie Leigh had eaten, if she was sleeping or had been fussy. We are very blessed to have both of our moms in Nacogdoches, just a phone call away. My biggest helper has to be my awesome husband.

Jason’s a great daddy! I was surprised at how fast he could change diapers, almost as if he were in a race. He even devised feeding shifts so we could both get more sleep every night! I’m very thankful to have a husband that doesn’t mind jumping in and helping out.

We now have a crawler in our house and it amazes me just how fast Dixie Leigh can get from one end of the room to the other! She is so interested in exploring the world around her and it

seems like every day she fi gures out a new sound and adds more fl air to her little personality. I think we’ve got quite the social butterfl y on our hands. Dixie Leigh has never met a stranger and thinks everyone wants to talk to her and be her friend.

Being a mom is one of the hardest, yet most rewarding, jobs I could have ever asked for. I pray that my daughter will grow up to be a Godly woman and I ask the Lord daily to lead me to be the wife and mother to help her do that.

“ “As we stared down at our beautiful baby girl, we realized that it was our job to raise this baby, teach her right from wrong, and provide her with a loving, Godly home. We were ready, or so we thought!

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