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AUGUST 2021 PUBLISHER

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Kids in the House!

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HEY KIDS....THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! This issue is dedicated to some of our cutest

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friendly businesses, and things to do. Y'all.... we loved every moment of putting this

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one together! There was a recent movie called, "Yes Day" out in theaters. What would "yes day" look like around our city? Well... we asked a few kids of different ages and they did not disappoint with their answers!

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Want to spend the day with a child genius? Read on! Franklin resident Xander

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Rynerson is out-of-this-world! Well... not literally, but he can tell you anything you

Susan Baldani, Jessica Wayman, Ashley Hutcheson, Buffie Baril, Linda Dohse, Brianna Melanson, Dawn Burns, Lisa Valentine, Lisa Konicki, Grace Libman, Julie Brown Patton

want to know about space. If he looks familiar, you may recognize him as one of The Ellen Show's kid guests. Add one mom... + one pandemic + antsy kids who she was trying to keep off electronics and what do you get? A local Mom who invented play based sensory bins. They are called Bumblebee Bins and we are here for it! Savings accounts for kids, dental health for kids, mental health for kids and backto-school tips. There is something for every caregiver who loves a child in this city!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2021 FEATURES 72 Loving His Country: Russell Dickerson on Tour The RD Party Is Hitting the Road with Florida Georgia Line

82 Mistletoe Alpaca Farm is the Perfect Family Fun Day Adorable Alpacas, Farm Visits and a Handmade Store

88 Transform Your Brick House With A Fresh Coat of White Giving Your Home a Bright Makeover

94 A Boy As Bright As The Sun Meet Xander Rynerson

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Good Times

20 Around Town 32 Local Experiences 36 Hot Spot 40 Our Town

44 Healthy Lifestyle 48 Local’s Choice 54 Locals Only 58 City Scene 62 Locally Owned 94 Local Limelight 98 Animal Kingdom 104 DIY 112 Inspired By 118 Lifestyle Calendar 122 Financial Buzz

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NASHVILLE BALLET ANNOUNCES THE 2021-22 SEASON Nashville Ballet is thrilled to announce their 2021-22 season, featuring a sensational lineup of in-theater performances and new digital releases. Season highlights include fantastical family-favorites Peter Pan and Nashville’s Nutcracker at TPAC, iconic contemporary works, Nashville Ballet’s debut performance at the brand new Belmont Performing Arts Center, and the highly-anticipated reprise of Vasterling’s nationally acclaimed Lucy Negro Redux. Lucy Negro Redux will open with a multi-weekend run in James K. Polk Theater at TPAC before embarking on a nationwide tour in the spring of 2022. A cross-disciplinary tour de force, Lucy Negro Redux tells the story of Shakespeare and his Dark Lady, the illusive subject of many of his sonnets and a role created for an exceptionally talented woman of color. Based on the book of poetry by local author Caroline Randall Williams, the ballet also features spoken word by Williams and an original score by GRAMMY Award-winningmarvel Rhiannon Giddens. Season packages for Nashville Ballet’s 2021-22 season as well as individual tickets can be purchased on Nashville Ballet’s website or through their Box Office at 615-297-2966 x710 or tickets@ nashvilleballet.com. NashvilleBallet.com

GYM THAT CATERS TO CHILDREN WITH AUTISM & SPECIAL NEEDS TO OPEN FIRST LOCATION IN STATE OF TN We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym announces its first location in Tennessee: Franklin. The new owners, Steven and Samantha Komarnitsky, have secured the new location at 113 Murfreesboro Road, Suite 203, Williamson Square. Construction will begin after August 7th for this recreational space that is the first of its kind in the state. The franchise’s mission is to provide an inclusive community for children and young adults of all abilities. Owners Steven and Samantha Komarnitsky are the parents of Nash, age 7, and Colette, aka Coco, age 4. In 2017, Nash was diagnosed with autism. Though it was a difficult process, the diagnosis came as a relief, as it allowed them to figure out a plan of action in getting the right treatments, therapies, and resources. They first came across We Rock the Spectrum in Los Angeles, CA and fell in love with the concept and the services that it provided for their whole family. CONTINUED >

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AROUND TOWN The Komarnitsky’s relocated to Franklin in December 2020. “We are extremely mission-minded, and our goal is to become the go-to place for parents of kids with disabilities to find support,” says Steven. https://www. werockthespectrumfranklin.com/

VISIT FRANKLIN NAMES NEW PRESIDENT/CEO Maureen Haley Thornton has been named President & CEO of Visit Franklin, the convention and visitors bureau for Williamson County, Tennessee. Thornton, who most recently served as the Vice President of Strategic Tourism Initiatives at Visit Houston, was selected by the Visit Franklin Board of Directors following a national search and will begin in her role July 12. Thornton has a successful track record of working with destinations across the United States and internationally. VisitFranklin.com

SOUTHERNER'S COFFEE TRUCK OPENS SECOND LOCATION IN FRANKLIN The family-owned coffee shop on wheels has opened a second mobile truck located at 100 Mission Court. Owners

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HERITAGE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL SITES TO SAVE INITIATIVE The

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AROUND TOWN historic, cultural, geographical and archaeological resources. This year's Six at Risk Sites to Save are: 1. Historic Franklin Masonic Hall, Downtown Franklin 2.

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Iron

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LUNATIC FRINGE REBRANDS AS TRACE SALON + SUPPLY Local salon group formerly known as Lunatic Fringe has rebranded as TRACE Salon + Supply. Born in Tennessee and owner operated, TRACE Salon + Supply, is

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Because of the excellence of our staff, providers and support from the community and beyond, we have been named #1 Children’s Hospital in Tennessee and the entire Southeast. That means that whether you are seeking care for common conditions or complex challenges, your child is getting the very best, close to home. To learn more about the care and services Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt provides right here at home, visit ChildrensHospitalVanderbilt.org

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KIDS + PETS WHILE IT’S NOT OVER YET, SUMMER IS SOON COMING TO AN END AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO BID ADIEU THAN TO SPEND TIME WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND OUR FAVORITE FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS! Embrace the end of the season by gathering the kids, dogs, and adults alike for some indoor and outdoor recreation and exploration, pet-friendly destinations that embrace our furry friends, and our end of summer and return to school summer party ideas! Compiled and written by Lisa Valentine

END-OF-SUMMER HURRAH + Outdoor Pool Party There’s no better way to say goodbye to summer than a pool party! Organize a group trip to the pool. + Take Me Out to the Ball Game Cheer on the home team at a Sounds baseball game or Nashville SC soccer game! + Progressive Strolling Dinner Get some friends together and hit your favorite restaurants in downtown Franklin for drinks, apps, main course and dessert. + An Afternoon in the Vineyard Take a trip to Arrington Vineyards for some great local wine and jazz and bluegrass music outdoors. + Toast Summer Goodbye with a Local Brew Tennessee is home to some great local brews including Hop House Tennessee Taps or Curio Brewing Company.

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KIDS AT PLAY + Go Camping With Your Crew Head to a state park for a night of s’mores and stargazing. + Have a Paddle Party Book a kayak tour with Paddle Dog Adventures for a refreshing and active day on the Harpeth River. + Chase Waterfalls With lots of waterfalls like Cummins Falls, Machine Falls and Rutledge Falls within 1.5 hours of Franklin, they make the perfect day trip. + Get Adventurous Head to SOAR Adventure Tower and experience their obstacle and ropes courses to explore your adventurous side. + Go on a Geocaching Treasure Hunt Channel your inner explorer and treasure hunter and hop online to find some geocaching in your area.

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PET-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCES + Yappy Hour Many bars and restaurants in Franklin, like Americana Taphouse, welcome pups in their outdoor seating areas, just call ahead to be sure. + A Day at the Dog Park With so many wonderful dog parks in Franklin like Maggie’s Bark Park or Freedom Run Dog Park, Fido can meet lots of new friends. + Host a Pup Party Invite your friends and their dogs over for a backyard play date. What’s better than a backyard full of happy dogs? + Pooch Pool Party Nashville Shores will be having its 4th annual “Pooch Pool Party” on September 25. Get your tickets for this dog-only swim day! + Puppy Photo Shoot Put on a cute outfit, grab a friend and your dogs, and head to your favorite spots in downtown Franklin for a photo shoot!

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project graduation keeps kids safe on graduation night ARTICLE MARIA DINOIA PHOTOGRAPHY SAMANTHA JAY PROJECT GRADUATION (PG) IS A PROGRAM OFFERED BY MANY HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE UNITED STATES, IN WHICH ORGANIZED, ADULT-SUPERVISED AND ALCOHOL-FREE ACTIVITIES ARE PROVIDED AS PART OF A POST-GRADUATION PARTY, AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO STUDENT-RUN EVENTS INVOLVING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR DRUGS. At Franklin High School (FHS), it’s no exception. PG was started back in 2001 as a way to keep their students safe on graduation night. “Prior to PG, our county would occasionally have a student injury or death due to an auto accident the night of graduation. It’s been a great event for our students,” says Dr. Shane Pantall, Principal at FHS. Students are met by a red carpet entrance at 10:30 PM and games and activities are set up all over the school. Graduates enjoy a DJ, casino games, chair massages, bingo, dodgeball, inflatable games and so much more. Cash and prize giveaways, along with food and a coffee bar all night long round out the evening which usually ends at 6:00 AM the next morning. Prizes include Macbooks, Yeti’s, gift cards and tickets to places like Holiday World. Dr. Pantall adds, “We couldn’t have PG without the tremendous support of our parents.” There is a PG committee, headed last year by Samantha Jay and Marilyn Trussell, that begins working on the event in early March. Parents also help solicit donations and sponsors from local businesses. This year sponsors included Griffith Law, Lee Company, Culver’s, Birdwell & Mutlak Dentistry, Simon Real Estate, Studio 1-2-1, Club Forms, Best Life Balloons and Kane Fishing Gear. “What a privilege PG has been. I’ve had three out of four children attend as they’ve graduated. Every one of them has loved and enjoyed it, as do I as a mom!,” says Kristin Long, former PTO president. 40

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Smile! Dental Hygiene For Kids ARTICLE LISA KONICKI EVERY PARENT ANXIOUSLY AWAITS THEIR CHILD’S FIRST TOOTH TO COME IN! It’s a fun child (and parent) right of passage. Dr. Justin Chafin, owner of Firefly Pediatric Dentistry in Franklin fills us in with typical questions he often answers when those pearly

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SAYING FOR DR. Justin Chafin,

At what age should kids start seeing a dentist?

it’s what he does. As a dentist and owner of Firefly Pediatric Dentistry in Franklin, Chafin sets

JC: The recommendation is the first visit by the first birthday or about six months after

out to create a pleasant experi-

that first tooth comes in. A lot of times, the baby exams, when they only have four or five

ence for kids where coming to the

teeth, end up being a lot more about education for parents as opposed to actually doing

dentist and cleaning their teeth is

a lot of work on the teeth. I do like to see [kids] really early because it gets them used to

just a normal part of life. “There are

coming to a place and laying down and having a dentist look in their mouth.

so many adults that have had bad experiences when they were kids

Is thumb sucking harmful for kids’ teeth?

that they are terrified. So I don’t want that to happen,” Chafin says.

JC: If you stop it by age 3, then two-thirds, the majority, of those kids—even if they

Originally from Alabama, Chafin

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planted his roots in Franklin after

is getting really narrow—will continue to grow and develop “normally.” Once you get

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client plus a close relationship. We walk through

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depression (PPD) is a concern, we can point our

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great set of resources. And we allow the birthing

In addition, we also have had grandparents or others

parent to have all the thoughts and feelings that

gift our services to a family.

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EGAN GALLAGHER HAS A WHOLE LOT OF WONDER-

FUL GOING ON THESE DAYS. At age 24, she is the world’s youngest female motivational

speaker. She is also a two-time Ted Talks speaker, #1 best-selling non-fiction author on Amazon, AfterBuzz TV host, podcast host, and mental health advocate. Certainly a great and successful career so far, and her future looks very bright indeed. But life wasn’t always this rosy for Megan, and it was because of the struggles she faced in high school with chronic daily anxiety and panic attacks that steered her toward the successful career

“It’s been just me for a really long time. I’m my own publicist and manager, and am super-passionate about meeting my goals. I have huge dreams and am so driven and motivated!”

she has today. Says Megan, “I felt very alone with my struggles in high school and wondered, as I sat in some school assemblies, ‘why aren’t they talking about real life issues or self-care?’ I really wish someone would have laid it out for me in high school.” Megan decided to attend community college, and it was with persistency, tenacity, and an extremely positive inner self that led her to leave college at age 19 and “follow her dream.” Since one of her life’s passions is helping others, it made perfect sense for Megan to choose a career path to fulfill that exact goal. At age 20, she started her own business and began speaking – for free – at local YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, and inner-city schools. “I truly just never gave up,” Megan says. “I did what I knew, and what I knew was to just get started. My own journey with mental health is what inspired me. I am so passionate about sharing my story and inspiring people. There are so many stigmas with mental health and it’s important to remember almost everyone has things they struggle with daily.” Megan has used her platform, podcasts, books, blogs, and social media to grow her business to the point where today, she has spoken at over 750 universities across the country, her niche audience being millennials, Gen Z, and young adults. In addition, her fourth book, for which she will be out on a book tour this fall, will be released soon. Another incredible piece of Megan’s story is that she has single-handedly shaped her future. She notes, “It’s been just me for a really long time. I’m my own publicist and manager, and am super-passionate about CONTINUED >

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meeting my goals. I have huge dreams and am so driven and motivated!”

“It’s important to remember to be kind to ourselves, and to ask for help when we need

“I want to set teens up for real success;

it,” Megan advises. “Everything is a choice

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end of the day, ask for what you want and be

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" My parents bough t me a cheap guit ar and a guit ar chord poster and I h ad t h at on t he b ack of my door in my room growing up. I just looked at t h at ch art and slowly but surely chipped away at learning all t he chords."

RUSSELL DICKERSON FIRST LANDED IN

it's his new favorite song to perform live. "It's

THE SPOTLIGHT IN LATE 2015 WITH THE

a big uptempo anthem and so easy to sing

SINGLE "YOURS." The song hit number

along to. Just hearing the crowd sing along

one on the Country Airplay charts, starting

has been astonishing."

a trifecta of chart-toppers for the country

What's perhaps not so astonishing, is that

rocker (including "Blue Tacoma" and "Every

Dickerson has album number three almost

Little Thing") that earned him a nomination

ready. "If I had to go record today, I could

for Best New Male Artist of the Year at the

record album three. I took 2020 off and took

Academy of Country Music. In December of

it seriously - taking that time off. We'd been

2020, he released his second album, Southern

going for six years. I usually work out all the

Symphony. And now Dickerson is ready to

time and eat healthy, but with 2020, I just kinda

get back on the road, touring with Florida

ate all the nasty, delicious food. 2021 was time

Georgia Line beginning this September with

to get serious. I rented a big studio and I rented

the I Love My Country Tour.

it for songwriting. To have that space, the

"We're

prepared

could

be,"

Dickerson asserts. "We had our first real full

songs that have been coming out of that have been crazy. So album three is coming in hot."

band, full lighting, buses, semi-truck show

Dickerson learned to play the guitar at 16

out in Ohio a few weeks back. Honestly,

years of age. Songwriting followed at 19. "My

it felt like we have not missed a beat. It's

parents bought me a cheap guitar and a gui-

like riding a bike. We hopped right back in.

tar chord poster and I had that on the back

Nothing has really changed and we're right

of my door in my room growing up. I just

back at it. It was amazing."

looked at that chart and slowly but surely

Earlier this year, Dickerson debuted the

chipped away at learning all the chords. Or

video for "Home Sweet," one of the early

just playing along to old worship songs or

released singles from Southern Symphony, a

Blink 182. That's how I learned guitar. Then

heartfelt tribute to his wife Kailey. He says

I applied that to songwriting." CONTINUED >

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The Tennessee native grew up in Union City, but most of his childhood was in Franklin. He left the "super small town" at the age of 10 and landed in Franklin in 1997. "I mean just to see how it's changed over the years and how its grown. To see Grey's go from an actual pharmacy to this super upscale restaurant now. I'm just proud of the entire downtown area." And his favorite place? "We love Cork and Cow and 55 South. I mean to build your own bloody Mary is a fantastic thing they got there." RussellDickerson.com

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LIVING IN FRANKLIN, KELLY JO MERCER NEVER MISSED

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officially announced as one of Devil’s Backbone Brewing Company’s

Instagram account confirms Emmie Lou’s love of nature and

five 2020 Adventure Pet winners. Two other dogs named Shockoe

spending time with her beloved owner. She can be seen doing

and Bunker, a horse named Folly, and a rooster named Bock Lesnar

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Emmie Lou and her fellow winners were awarded by having their

Originally a Wisconsin native, avid hiker and beer lover, Kelly Jo

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peaked in life before me!’”

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Kelly Jo has been so inspired by her four-legged companion and

winners of different species. Out of over 2,000 entries, a panel of

seeing her in illustrations that the idea of a children’s book series

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public would vote. Kelly Jo turned to her friends and followers on

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Native to South America, alpacas began importation

FRANKLIN? Mistletoe Farm is loads of fun because

in the late 1980s. Most of the alpacas in the United States

of one adorable animal, or should I say 21 exuberant

are from Peru, with a smaller percentage from Chile and

alpacas! Owners Tom and Leanne Butchko have opened

Bolivia. The fact that they were transported by air made

their farm to the public for private tours to enjoy these

it an expensive process.

jubilant creatures.

Leanne shares the history. “Alpacas are part of the

Located just 20 minutes southeast of downtown

camelid family along with camels and llamas. However,

Franklin between Arno Road and I-840, this 15-acre

the alpaca while resembling the llama is much smaller

farm is a dream for animal lovers. But how did a couple

and more friendly. The llama will carry a pack and could

of accountants end up with an alpaca farm?

be used for navigating rougher terrain and trails. Their

Tennessee native, Leanne, and Tom, who grew up

fiber is not as desired as the alpaca which are primarily

in Pennsylvania, had lived in historic 1830’s original

raised for their luxurious fiber. Peru is still the largest

homestead in Franklin. Their two youngest daughters

producer of alpaca fiber in the world."

had left for college, and they discovered a way to fill

Leanne is a smart financier. To launch the farm, she

their empty-nest syndrome. Leanne explains, “Clients of

entered an essay contest that was judged by one of

our accounting firm expressed an interest in becoming

the largest alpaca breeders in the U.S. stating why she

alpaca breeders, and we were asked to study the busi-

should “win” an alpaca. Her essay won and their first

ness model and make recommendations. The clients

male was delivered on the first transport from Oregon.

chose not to pursue the venture realizing the amount of

Their herd grew to as many as 60 alpacas, but they have

work and commitment necessary to properly operate a

found that the best balance to their lifestyle is attained

working farm, but these city folks were hooked."

by managing a herd of about 20-25.

“Neither of us grew up on a farm, but I had experi-

“We came up with the name ‘Mistletoe’ because there

ence working on a farm where I boarded my horse in

is a significant amount of mistletoe growing in the treetops

exchange for doing farm chores. The alpacas became an

behind our “boys” barn. The boy alpacas are kept sepa-

interest of ours, and we bought the farm in 2004 to begin

rate from the girls until it’s time to mate. Mistletoe Farm

raising these amazing creatures.”

depicts a young girl, who is one of our granddaughters,

CONTINUED >

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MISTLETOE ALPACA FARM IS THE PERFECT FAMILY FUN DAY (CONTINUED)

kissing one of our very first alpacas. We decided to use

wonderful products available for sale using the fleece.

‘kiss my alpacas’ as our logo ever since.”

Leanne makes all types of items with the fleece

“Alpacas are incredibly smart and clean animals,

including hats, scarfs, gloves, socks, head warmers,

but are largely defenseless. They could kick, surpris-

shoe inserts, and dryer balls. She says, “We process

ingly in most any direction, but generally will not do so.

a percentage of it here on the farm, some at local

They could spit, but only on bad people, says my hus-

co-ops and the rest at a U.S. fiber mill. None of the fur

band. The llama on the other hand, doesn’t seem to

goes to waste. Even the leftover amounts make for

be particularly against a quick and unannounced spit.”

a great weed barrier in our dye garden. We also put

To protect their herd, they have two beautiful Great

some in our bird houses, and constantly replenish

Pyrenees guard dogs, Ivy and Delilah. They also have help, thanks to their farm manager, Julie Trcka.

Their female herd of 13 produces about three

The alpacas were an appealing choice for the

to five babies a year, and they try to sell about the

Butchkos for many reasons. They are not an “end of

same number. Some want alpacas to be a part of

life” livestock, meaning that they do not get slaugh-

their existing farm, some want alpacas just for their

tered. They are small enough to manage, about

fiber, and others want to jump in with both feet and

150 pounds, and are easy to handle. Leanne has

become breeders. Leanne’s recommendation for

halter-trained them to walk on a lead. They are rumi-

anyone interested in raising alpacas would be to visit

nants, which means they are efficient eaters. They

many farms.

are also extremely healthy, which makes them more affordable to care for.

Alpacas are herd animals and thrive with buddies so it’s better to start with at least three so they feel

Leanne says, “Even their ‘poop’ is sought after

safe. Then determine what type of farm you want

as one of the best garden fertilizers available. It will

to have based on barn and pasture size, along with

compost in a noticeably short period of time. Their

finances. It’s easier to stick with one gender so as not

feet are padded just like a dog, so combined with

to require two separate facilities.

their lighter weight and reduced food consumption,

Also, they stay much healthier not co-habitating

they are easy on the pastureland. The alpaca is often

with other farm animals. They also tend to “graze”

described as eco-friendly.”

all the time, so they would not get enough to eat if

The biggest bonus in raising alpacas is that they

there were just specific feeding times. Unlike most

pay their way by giving up their coat of highly desired

other livestock, they will not overeat so there is hay

fleece which can grow up to 4-5 inches annually

available 24/7/365, even in the months when they are

around their whole body. Their annual haircut is

eating pasture.

done by a professional shearer, and will produce 5-10 pounds of the luxurious fiber. Their fur is four times warmer than wool and easily maintained with no harsh chemicals. Unlike

In addition to tours, Mistletoe Farm hosts bridal parties, engagements, homeschool events, and senior living trips. Their alpacas have even appeared in two music videos, and Alpha made it on an album cover.

sheep and other fiber-bearing animals, the alpaca

Leanne says, “The alpacas have changed our lives

fiber does not contain lanolin. It is the lanolin which

in so many ways. I tell people it's our fur therapy! We

requires the use of the harsh chemicals to get the

love to share the joy and happiness they bring us with

fiber clean and what can cause allergic reactions

people of every age. The smiles and joy we see in our

in some people. Additionally, it is water resistant,

visitors bring us lots of happiness.”

flame-retardant, and hypoallergenic.

them as the local birds love it for their nests.”

Leanne and her lovable alpacas are a delight for all

When you visit Mistletoe Farm, you will get the

ages! Follow them @mistletoefarm for the most fun

opportunity to visit Leanne’s store and see all the

you will find on Instagram MistletoeFarmAlpacas.com.

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Aaron adds, "Paint is like a shield. It provides an extra layer of pro-

me, ‘Snowbound is what you want,’ and he was right! In the eve-

tection from outside elements like moisture and heat damage. It's

nings or on cloudy days, it pulls a really nice shade of gray. The

also easy to maintain."

gutters, which used to be an afterthought, are now just as much

Color matters. Aaron says it's important to find the

an aesthetic addition we wanted to accentuate. We chose the

right shade of creamy or bright white to make a home look fab-

shade, Iron Ore, because it was a natural color that matched our

ulous. Not long ago, Franklin resident Maria West had her home

front door.”

painted. “I love anything classic and timeless. White never goes

Timing matters. Whole house exterior projects generally take

out of style. It is a time honored color that can enhance anything

between 4-7 days depending on the house’s square footage and

inside or outside a home. I knew this house had gorgeous aes-

weather conditions.

thetics, and I wanted to accentuate them in a way that would

One last tip: Make sure you check with your HOA first (if you have

complement the homes around us. I found myself driving around

one) so that you can conform to your neighborhood bylaws. Lastly, do

Franklin and studying all the different white homes. I was really

a little research on your own before you dip your brush in the paint can!

specific with my vision and wanted to stay away from anything that pulled shades of yellow in sunlight or at dusk. Aaron told

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definitely does not fit all. And after the installation, we

Hue, color of the home, angle of the lightbulbs, and shad-

always come out at dusk to adjust the lights and make

ows are all factors to consider when choosing outdoor

sure the fixtures are angled properly and hit the structure

lighting," says Maria West.

and eves perfectly. Even the smallest adjustments of

David Heffington, owner of Point Outdoors, LLC explains the value of outdoor lighting. “Having an illuminated home

angles can make a world of difference! We are proud of the way her home turned out."

can add value, especially in this hot market!” He continues,

Maria West explains, “I just left the science to David to

“I love looking at a home or business and figuring out how

make sure it was bright enough without it looking like a

to make it tastefully stand out. Your outdoor space, whether

scene from a National Lampoon movie. He accentuated

it’s your front yard or back patio area, is an extension of your

all the things about the home and put so much care and

home and should be as warm and inviting as the indoors."

thought into it. The end results of both our painting and

David adds, "For Maria West's home, we waited until

lighting projects are better than I had envisioned. Now the

after the brick had been painted to ensure that we picked

outside of our home has the same light and bright vibe we

the proper colored bulbs for the house and landscape.

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impressed and humored talk show host Ellen DeGeneres in 2019

Mom is a professional pianist and introduced Xander to the world

so much that he was a guest on her show and again on a video

of music. At two years old he was punching notes on their Steinway

chat during quarantine. Ellen generously gifted Xander his own

and now he’s sight reading and playing classics like “Für Elise” and

star and telescope amongst other science equipment. Xander

“Solfeggietto.” He’s also passionate about playing his acoustic guitar

says, “On clear nights I look at the moon and see fascinating

and serenading people with pop songs or “Yesterday” by The Beatles.

craters.” He can thoroughly explain and understand all differ-

Xander is a natural performer and excited to continue his lessons.

ent aspects of the solar system, chemistry and several other

While studying the six types of quarks in an atom is fun, Xander

subjects. Xander says, “I know the whole periodic table from

loves to hang out with his friends, play tennis, garden, and spend

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USUALLY HELD IN MAY, THE IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE, LABELED AS NASHVILLE’S GRAND TRADITION, TOOK PLACE ON JUNE 26 THIS YEAR DUE TO THE PANDEMIC (IT WAS CANCELED ALTOGETHER IN 2020.) The race, held at the Equestrian Center at Percy Warner Park in Nashville, attracts more than 25,000 spectators each year. In addition to the races, there are art auctions, hat and style contests, tailgating and the Parade of Hounds. A steeplechase is a distance horse race in which competitors are required to jump diverse fence and ditch obstacles. Started in 1941, the Iroquois Steeplechase was named by then President of the Volunteer State Horsemen's Association, John Sloan, Sr., for the 19th century horse Iroquois, that was the first American bred horse to win the Epsom Derby, the preeminent race in England, in 1881. “My family has been involved for a long time,” says Marianne Byrd, the current president of Iroquois Steeplechase. “My mother’s uncle was one of the founders of Iroquois, and my father was a part of the work crews who built the course.” She notes that the race wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of the volunteers. Marianne herself started volunteering at the age of 12 and only missed one race in all the years since (that year, her son was due to be born on race day and she thought it was best to stay home). “The volunteers who work Iroquois have done it for generations and come from all over Middle Tennessee and Northern Alabama,” she says. “We couldn’t do this without them.” She adds that there are easily over 200 volunteers doing everything from emergency response, to cooling down the horses after the race, and setting up the chairs in the box seats. Since the safety and health of the horses are top priorities, veterinarians are on site. Tennessee Equine Hospital, based in Spring Hill, has donated their services for years. They bring all their veterinarians to support the horses who are running. “These horses are superb athletes, and their care and training facilities are about as careful and rigorous as they are for your professional athletes,” says Marianne. “If anyone suspects anything might be wrong with a horse, they cancel all of his upcoming races.” Most of these horses start out on the flat track, she explains, and if they show an inclination towards the ability to jump or the desire to do so, they then go to a steeplechase course. From there, most go into the fox hunting or show jumping world. Many of the horses taking part in Iroquois each year are from Franklin and Williamson County, but others come from Pennsylvania, Northern Virginia, South Carolina, and Kentucky. And some of the horses are shipped in. This year, one came all the way from Europe!

“ THE SE HORSE S ARE SUPERB ATHLE TE S, AND THEIR CARE AND TRAINING FACILITIE S ARE ABOUT AS CAREFUL AND RIGOROUS AS THE Y ARE FOR YOUR PROFE SSIONAL ATHLE TE S.”

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ANIMAL KINGDOM (CONTINUED)

The Iroquois Steeplechase is run by the Volunteer State Horsemen's

Many Iroquois Steeplechase champions have connections

Foundation (formerly Association), which donates proceeds to many

to Williamson County. Those horses include Pierre Lunaire, All

local nonprofits and charities. Its main recipient is the Monroe Carell Jr.

Gong, and Local Run owned by Calvin Houghland; Storm Hour,

Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, which has received over $10 million

owned by Dr. John Youmans; Another Hyacinth, owned by Mrs.

so far, and another recipient is the Friends of Warner Parks. “We also

William D. Hale; ParShot and Block Buster from Green Pastures

partner with the Boy Scouts, the Hillwood Band Boosters and lots

Farm; and Alvaro II, owned by Jesse Henley. “Other very spe-

of other nonprofits that make the Iroquois race possible, and we then

cial horses who came to the Iroquois and who’ve gone on to

make a donation to their organizations,” says Marianne.

great things are Demonstrative, Lonesome Glory, Flatterer – and

For the most part, she says, the horses that participate in

the list goes on,” she says.

Steeplechase races are thoroughbreds, which are lighter and can

The Iroquois Steeplechase consisted of seven races this year and

run longer. “These races are much longer than the flat track races

the winners were Mighty Mark, Chief Justice, Princeville, Keri’s Find,

or the Quarter Horse track, and these horses have bodies that

The Mean Queen, Storm Team, and Snap Decision. Congratulations

stretch and move in ways that are unique.”

to these horses and their owners and trainers!

100 Franklin Lifestyle | August 2021

In the 1930s, a group of fox hunting enthusiasts began their quest to build a permanent Steeplechase court. A valley at Percy Warner Park was chosen, and work was started in 1938. By 1941, the race course was completed and its inaugural race was held in May. The winner of the first Iroquois was Rockmayne, ridden by Dinwiddie Lampton and owned (leased) by Barbara Bullitt. Leading up to the featured Iroquois, other races were held, such as the pony races, a grooms’ race (on mules), the Marcellus Frost Hunter Race and the Truxton Purse, a race on the flat named for one of Andrew Jackson’s favorite horses. Volunteers were local fox hunters and those coming from the pasture race circuit. These volunteers eventually created the Volunteer State Horsemen’s Association.

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5 H E A LTH Y LU N C H E S & S N AC K S FOR KIDS

TEACHING YOUR KIDS TO EAT WELL

AS PARENTS, ONE OF OUR BIGGEST PRIORITIES IS ENSURING THAT OUR KIDS ARE GETTING THE NUTRIENTS THEY NEED. But getting them to eat their fruits and vegetables isn’t always easy, especially if your kids are picky eaters like many seem to be. As a mom of two little boys, I know how stressful it can be to feed your kids. But it’s important to establish healthy eating habits early in their life, so they establish a taste for a variety of nutritious foods. Let’s talk about the benefits of introducing healthy food to your kids at an early age. Read on to find helpful information about feeding picky eaters, plus some healthy lunch and snack recipes for kids.

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4 B E N E F I T S O F H E A LT H Y LU N C H E S A N D S N A C K S F O R K I D S TO E AT NUTRITION IS ESSENTIAL TO KIDS’ DEVELOPMENT My first child fell off the growth chart, and I learned how much effort can go into feeding a child. Kids develop quickly in the first few years of life, so incorporating a variety of nutritious foods is essential to their growth and development. BALANCED NUTRITION LEADS TO HEALTHY KIDS Feeding your child a variety of foods is the key to getting them many different types of nutrients. Each food and group of food helps your child’s body in a different way. For example, foods high in fat such as avocados, olive oil, nuts and seeds, fatty fish, and more support your child’s brain development. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help your child fight off illnesses. If your child is struggling to eat veggies, don’t worry about feeding them more fruit while they are learning to eat more veggies. For those kids who won’t eat fruits and veggies, keep having them available at meals so that they can learn to like them.

White and brown foods such as cauliflower and whole grains have plant compounds as well. All the colors count!

HEALTHY EATING AS CHILDREN EQUALS HEALTHY EATING AS ADULTS When little kids learn to eat fruits and vegetables at an early age, they are more likely to continue eating healthy foods as adults. So many of our tastes and eating patterns begin in childhood. COLORFUL FOOD PROVIDES ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS Different plant compounds have colors that give food their colors. For example, beta carotene is a plant compound that makes carrots orange. Each plant compound does something different in your body, which is why eating lots of different colors helps keep our bodies healthy. Sometimes people think of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple as the only “colorful” foods. White and brown foods such as cauliflower and whole grains have plant compounds as well. All the colors count!

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3 T I P S F O R G E T T I N G YO U R K I D S TO E AT H E A LT H Y F O O D S MAKE SNACKS AND MEALTIME FUN We all know that kids like to play and have fun, so why not make food fun? Whether you’re turning broccoli into a microphone at dinner, or playing tic-tac-toe with edible carrot sticks, kids get into it. They also love trying new utensils, helping prepare food, and using new kitchen tools. The more fun they have, the more they are willing to try new things and eat more foods. Kids, especially kids who may be picky or selective, often like a little bit of novelty. There are lots of ways to add a little bit of novelty without spending a lot of time. My top recommendation is toothpicks. I call it “toothpick magic.” Whenever your child is ready to use toothpicks, try it with any food that they are hesitant to eat and see what happens. It’s hard for kids and adults to resist eating food off a toothpick. We also love silicone muffin cups, mini cookie cutters, food picks and fun silverware. I also love our stainless steel lunch boxes. If you’re trying to decide which one is best for you, I wrote a surprisingly honest review of the 16 most popular stainless steel lunch boxes on the Kids Eat in Color blog. DON’T GIVE UP Parents often assume that if a child doesn’t eat a food the first or second time it’s served, the child doesn’t like the food. Teaching kids to eat a variety of foods is a long game. Many children may need to see or taste a food 10 or 20 times before they are willing to eat it. Especially selective kids may need hundreds of exposures before they learn to like a new food. What’s important is that as parents, we don’t give up. A child will never learn to eat a food that isn’t on the table. If you’re struggling with a picky eater, I highly recommend the Kids Eat in Color® free picky eater guide (at KidsEatInColor.com) that walks parents through how to help a picky child eat more foods. FORCING HEALTHY FOODS ON KIDS OFTEN BACKFIRES Another assumption is that we have to make kids eat healthy foods. Often, making a child eat food or eat a certain amount of food backfires. It may backfire in the short run by making a child more selective and less likely to eat the foods you want them to eat. It can also backfire in the long run and make it hard for a child to tell when they are hungry or full. If you’ve ever felt a compulsion to finish your plate even after you feel full, that may come from your previous experiences of having to finish your plate.

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Yield: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30-40 minutes INGREDIENTS

+ 8 ounces whole wheat (or regular) linguine + 3 tablespoons oil + 4 cloves garlic, chopped + 1 cup canned tomato, chopped + 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas, drained + 1 teaspoon dried oregano

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+ Salt to taste + ½ teaspoon black pepper

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+ ½ teaspoon garlic powder + ½ teaspoon paprika + 3-½ cups fresh spinach METHOD

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garlic. Cook until lightly browned.

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3. Add tomato, chickpeas, oregano, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Bring to simmer.

INGREDIENTS

4. Add spinach and cook until wilted.

+ 3⁄4 cup / 180 mL sunflower seed butter

5. Strain linguine and add to pan; stir well to incorporate.

+ 1⁄4 cup / 60 mL pumpkin seeds (called pepitas)

6. Remove from heat and enjoy!

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G R E E K YO G U R T RANCH DIP This goes great with raw veggies like celery, carrots, broccoli, snap peas, cauliflower, or any veggie your kids might like raw. It also goes

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teaspoon / 1.25 mL salt + Hemp or chia seeds, optional METHOD 1. Put all ingredients in a food processor (not a blender). 2. Process until smooth (longer than you think). 3. Roll into balls. 4. Roll in hemp seeds or chia seeds if desired.

INGREDIENTS + ½ cup full-fat Greek yogurt + ½ to 1 Tablespoon of Trader Joe’s Onion Salt (alternatives include Ranch dressing mix, onion salt, or a combination of onion powder and garlic powder) METHOD

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DIY (CONTINUED) METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Rinse and then slice sweet potatoes into fry shapes. Toss sweet potato fries in oil in

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2. Lay fries on baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. 3. Roast fries in oven for 25 minutes. 4. While fries cook, in separate medium size bowl, mix all tuna patty ingredients except for butter and oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. 5. Form 1 inch thick patties from tuna mixture. In a large skillet,

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large bowl.

add butter and oil on medium heat.

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6. Add 3-4 patties to pan at a time. Fry patties until golden

INGREDIENTS

brown on both sides, about 3-5 minutes each side.

For Tuna Patties:

7. Sweet potato fries are done when slightly crispy and fork

+ 2 (12 ounce) cans of tuna (drained)

tender. Enjoy by themselves or with ketchup.

+ ½ onion, finely chopped + ¼ cup celery, diced + 1 cup flour, (or sub with breadcrumbs)

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+ 3 eggs, beaten + 1 tablespoon garlic powder + Salt and pepper + 2 tablespoons butter + 4 tablespoons oil

Prep time: 10 minutes

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+ 3 large sweet potatoes

Yield: two 10-oz smoothies

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+ 2-3 tablespoons oil

INGREDIENTS

+ Salt and pepper

+ 2 cups / 235 mL baby spinach, packed

+ Ketchup for serving

+ 1 ripe banana

For Baked Sweet Potato Fries:

+ 1⁄2 cup / 120 mL frozen blueberries + 1⁄2 cup / 120 mL frozen strawberries + 1 cup / 235 mL full-fat milk of choice + 1 Tbs. / 15 mL hemp hearts, optional + 2 Tbs. / 30 mL nut/seed butter of choice Sprinkles, optional METHOD 1. In a blender or food processor, combine all ingredients. Process until smooth. 2. Transfer smoothie to two glasses. Top with sprinkles, if desired. DAIRY-FREE: Use alternative milk and ensure sprinkles are dairy-free.

S TA R T H E A LT H Y H A B I T S E A R LY The key takeaway here is to introduce healthy foods to your child at an early age. Be patient with your pickiest of eaters, and re-introduce a food several times. Stick with it; their longterm health habits depend on it! Children tend to mimic adults, so try to be a good example and eat the foods you want them to eat. Your health will benefit too! Try to make snacks and mealtime fun for your kids so they will want to participate and develop a healthy relationship with food. 108 Franklin Lifestyle | August 2021

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DOCTORS REMIND IT’S VITAL TO RETURN TO PREVENTIVE CARE, ESPECIALLY CANCER SCREENINGS

Vandana Abramson, MD, (left) and Stephanie Kurita, MD and Breast Center radiologist, review a mammogram.

VANDERBILT-INGRAM CANCER CENTER (VICC) DOCTORS

Dr. Goff knows firsthand how important screenings are because

FEAR THAT DRASTIC DECREASES IN THE USE OF RECOM-

she cares for those who need active cancer treatments. She special-

MENDED CANCER SCREENING TESTS DURING THE COVID-

izes in gastrointestinal cancer with a research focus on targeted drug

19 PANDEMIC COULD MEAN SOME EARLY CANCERS HAVE

development. One of her primary research interests is translating

GONE UNDETECTED. Before precarious health symptoms appear,

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screenings have the potential to detect precancerous lesions and

and bile duct cancers. Additionally, she directs medical care at the

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new VICC cancer clinic in Belle Meade.

Indeed, the risks are worrisome for developing one of the three most

The impact of the pandemic on overall cancer deaths will not

common cancers, and those probabilities typically increase with age:

be clear for many years, explains Eric Feuer, Ph.D., chief of the

+ Nonprofit BreastCancer.org statistics project one in eight U.S.

Statistical Research and Applications Branch in National Cancer

women (about 13%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the

Institute’s Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences. “This

course of her lifetime. In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of inva-

is a complicated story that will reveal itself slowly over time,” he says.

sive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in American women, along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer. + One in 16 people in America will be diagnosed with lung can-

“As we get a more complete picture of the pandemic’s impact on screening, then we can put the data in our models, and the models can estimate long-term outcomes from shorter-term data,” he adds.

cer in their lifetimes, according to LUNGevity Foundation research.

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Goff says an analysis

More than 235,000 people in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed

by the Epic Health Research Network indicated diagnoses during

with lung cancer during 2021, with a new diagnosis every 2.2 minutes.

January through April 2020, compared to typical years, for breast and

+ American Society of Clinical Oncology-related data estimates

cervical cancers dropped by 94% and for colon cancer decreased

149,500 U.S. adults will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer; this

86%—even though COVID-19 restrictions provided an opportunity

includes 104,270 cases of colon cancer (52,590 men/51,680 women)

to at least do home-based screening tests, such as the initial fecal

and 45,230 cases of rectal cancer (26,930 men/18,300 women).

immunochemical test (FIT) for colorectal cancer.

“People are beginning to re-engage with the health care sys-

Dr. Goff says cancer patients are quite careful about all health

tem, and we hoped to see a surge in health screenings sooner.

aspects, and they understand the value of chemotherapy. “So, the

We encourage everyone to get their screenings back on track. We

pandemic really had more effect on those people who don’t even

know people are trying because we received more new cancer

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patients during March through April than any previous monthly records,” says Laura Goff, MD, MSCI, executive medical director of the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) Cancer Patient Care Center, 2220 Pierce Ave., in Nashville.

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know they have a problem yet. At the beginning of the pandemic,

This medical oncologist reassures that health care professionals

we thought it might be over in a matter of weeks, so if a person had

now know how to spot potential scan changes in mammograms due

no symptoms, it probably was OK to delay screenings for a month.

to recent vaccinations, and how to put those rare results into context.

Then, during last March, we got the sense the pandemic would last

One change in colorectal screenings noted by Dr. Goff is that

much longer, and we began to be concerned at the number of peo-

Preventive Services Task Force officials lowered the recommended

ple not scheduling cancer screenings,” she adds.

age to begin when people are 45 years old, instead of 50 years.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force officials recommend screening for four types of cancer—breast, colorectal, cervical and lung—among people of certain ages and with certain risk factors.

“We help with all cancer needs, and are proud to be leaders in cancer treatment for this region,” says Dr. Goff. VICC is one of 51 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive

After a year of changes brought about by COVID-19, researchers are

Cancer Centers, dedicated to an integrated and patient-focused

exploring ways to improve cancer screening during the current crisis

approach. The center is the only one in Tennessee that conducts

and beyond. Dr. Goff says she and the VICC team learned much about

research and cares for adults and children with cancer. They pro-

what cancer-related circumstances and treatment support worked the

vide care for 7,000-plus new cancer patients – including more than

best through telemedicine, with oral therapies being a prime example.

180,000 outpatient visits – each year. To schedule appointments

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More people are in danger of dying from cancer due to lack of screen-

vaccinated to ward off COVID-19. “These vaccinations are safe and

ings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical teams stress it's vital

could be important, especially if you need additional chemotherapy.”

to reinitiate regular screenings, especially colonoscopies, skin exams and mammograms. Because some cancers grow slowly, the pandemic's impact on overall cancer deaths won't be clear for years.

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TEACH KIDS THE IMPORTANCE OF SAVING MONEY

TEACHING CHILDREN THE VALUE OF SAVING MONEY SHOULD START EARLY. “Most kids’ early interactions with money will likely involve spending, so it’s important to teach them from a young age that money isn’t only for Play a board game, like Monopoly,

making purchases – they should also

Introduce the concept of “wants”

or play “grocery store” with bills

be saving regularly,” says Nicole Gibbs,

vs. “needs” by creating a work-

and coins as a fun hands-on way

senior vice president of CapStar Bank.

sheet that notes the difference

to learn to make change.

CapStar can help. “CapStar has an

between things we need to sur-

owner mindset with highly effective

vive and things we simply want.

teammates who are obsessed with ‘wowing’ customers by setting the standard in guidance, responsiveness, flexibility, and service,” she says. CapstarBank.com

Teach the value of delayed gratification with a parent-supervised savings account. Then, set savings goals, create a budget, examine results, and reward accomplishments.

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Ask older kids to help balance your checkbook to show how the family budget works as a step toward real-world money management.

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