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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2020 PUBLISHER

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Health to You and Yours THIS SPRING, WE’VE LIVED THROUGH A UNIQUE AND UNPRECEDENTED

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TIME IN OUR COUNTRY. With the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, it's been a time

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that has tested our resilience and our physical limitations. It’s been hard, and as we

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look to the month of May, we rejoice that it brings us bright flowers, warm tempera-

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tures, and a special time to celebrate the women in our lives on Mother’s Day. With

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that in mind, this Women’s issue serves to recognize the powerful role women have in our families, the community, and beyond. We’re shining a spotlight on four local leading ladies who are successful business owners: Susan Salisbury, Gina Speegle, Ashley Gardner, and Leslie Brewer. Each woman is giving us a peek into the inspiration behind why they do what they do each day and love it! We also have the pleasure of to know Danielle Batchelor, owner of Graceful Mornings, as she uses her passion to encourage and inspire others by designing elegant, scripture-based mugs. As we look forward to a summer filled with exciting adventures, health experts Dr. Beth Flack of Flack Family Chiropractic and Shantà Johnson of Essential Cleansing Center will give us advice on making sure we keep our bodies in great shape to handle all the fun!

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Michelle W. Parnell, Lydia Kaye Clothey CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Adrion Bell, Diane Wolff Bush, Randy Pace, Kimmy Ray-Barton, Sanjeev Singhal

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Chef Kelsey Burack, recent winner of Food Network’s Chopped Sweets - Million

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Dollar Desserts, shares the impact her mom and grandmother have had on her

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career as a pastry chef and her family’s influence in her business, The Bottom Line

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Bakery. She’s also sharing her mother’s delicious Classic Banana Bread recipe that brings the comfort of a mother’s kitchen. This Mother’s Day, we’re encouraging you to give the gift of Spa Day to those special women in your life. She’ll adore the opportunity to relax and be pampered by the professionals at Rosewater Spa and Wellness. We hope this month’s issue serves as inspiration to appreciate and honor the women in our lives. To the women of Evans – may you find a quiet moment (or two) to enjoy this issue we’ve lovingly dedicated to you.

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ON THE COVER Danielle Batchelor, owner of Graceful Mornings

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Proverbs 3:5-6 Evans Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Evans areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Evans Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 12 Local Leading Ladies Women who help shape and strengthen the world around them

22 Graceful Mornings Give the gift of encouragement.

26 Recipe of a Champion Score this perfect banana bread recipe!

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30 The Gift of Spa Day Special treatment is always on her wish list!

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Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Healthy LIfestyle

Our Town

22 Locally Owned 26 Culinary Creations 30 Hot Spot 34 Parting Thoughts

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

SUMMER-FUNREADY A HEALTHY BODY HELPS US MAKE THOSE SUNNY SEASON MEMORIES

ARTICLE MICHELLE W. PARNELL PHOTOGRAPHY KIMMY RAY-BARTON

AFTER AN UNEXPECTEDLY STRESSFUL SPRING, WE’RE GAZ-

Maintaining a healthy body also includes taking care of our

ING TOWARDS SUMMER WITH HIGH HOPES FOR FUN ADVEN-

nerve system. Chiropractor Dr. Beth Flack says, “We only get one

TURES AND SPECIAL TREATS! As we prepare, let’s take a closer

nerve system – there is no replacement for your spine. That nerve

look at what we can do to keep our body as healthy as possible to get

system takes care of everything in your body. If we’re not taking care

maximum enjoyment from our summer fun.

of that, we’re setting ourselves up for a future failure.”

Shantà Johnson of the Essential Cleansing Center encourages us

During the summertime, ear infections are common. “With ear

to maintain a healthy lifestyle year-round. She says, “For summer, we

infections, there is a little muscle inside your ear that controls how the

should do the same thing we do all year: watch what we eat, exercise,

ear drains,” explains Dr. Beth. “The muscle is innervated by a nerve

drink enough good, clean water, and detox our body.”

that comes from your neck. If your neck is not in a happy place, then

Why detox your body? Shantà explains, “When you do colon

that muscle might not be responding well, leading to an ear infection.”

hydrotherapy, you’re doing a whole-body detox because the colon

Dr. Beth adds, “In the summertime, we’re doing things like

is connected to the whole body through the blood stream and cells.

jumping off of diving boards, swimming, doing slip-n-slides, and

If the colon is not being cleansed, it becomes this toxic waste dump

riding bikes. Small impacts happen, like a kid hitting their bottom

that’s slowly poisoning your system.”

on the slip-n-slide in a weird way or landing in the water at an odd

Shantà adds, “You really want to do colon hydrotherapy to main-

angle. All those are little injuries that can show up later - possibly

tain health. It boosts the immune system and takes pressure off of

during the school year - as not being able to pay attention at school

your filters - the liver and kidneys.”

or as ADD symptoms.”

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“If you have a subluxation (misalignment) of a bone, then it’s like having your cell phone in a spotty service area,” explains Dr. Beth. “There’s a problem with the communication. The brain can’t communicate to the nerve system, the nerve system can’t communicate to the organ. As a chiropractor, I come in and remove that subluxation, allowing the brain to communicate to the body.” Ultimately, both experts agree that taking great care of our body all year is the key to having a great summer! For more information on colon hydrotherapy with Essential Cleansing Center, visit ColonCleanseAugusta.com or call 706733-5000. Contact Flack Family Chiropractic at FlackFamilyChiropractic.com or call 706-305-3241 to learn more.

“WE ONLY GET ONE NERVE SYSTEM – THERE IS NO REPLACEMENT FOR YOUR SPINE. THAT NERVE SYSTEM TAKES CARE OF EVERYTHING IN YOUR BODY. IF WE’RE NOT TAKING CARE OF THAT, WE’RE SETTING OURSELVES UP FOR A FUTURE FAILURE.” CityLifestyle.com/Evans

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Leading LADIES

FOUR WOMEN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY PURSUING THEIR PASSION

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AS A GROWING AND BUSTLING COMMUNITY, EVANS IS BLESSED WITH GREAT BUSINESSES AND FABULOUS BUSINESS OWNERS! This month, we have the privilege of getting to know four local business-owning women and what inspires them to do what they do. Each woman comes from a unique background with unique experiences, and now they unite in Evans to serve our community with their special talents and services.

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When REALTOR Susan Salisbury moved to the Evans area, she left her nursing education career and gave her full focus to the real estate industry. However, as Susan explains, the two aren’t completely unrelated. “I feel my nursing skills are comparable to my real estate skills, like

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educating to a whole other complex vocabulary.” She adds, “I love guiding clients through a complex

“I’ve always loved color and anything to do with design for

transaction, which is not only their biggest purchase, but it’s

as far back as I can remember,” says Interior Designer Gina

also their most personal purchase. We tend to focus on the

Speegle. “Even as a kid, instead of toys, I always wanted a new

money because it’s the objective part, but the subjective part

bedspread or a pretty lamp. I was constantly moving my fur-

is important because it’s their home, their sanctuary. It’s very

niture around in my bedroom just to try something different.”

emotional for them, and I love creating a happy outcome.”

“I grew up in base housing where all the walls were

Susan prides herself on providing first-class concierge

white, and we couldn’t paint them. I had to improvise with

service to all her clients. “My goal is to have a smooth

colored fabrics and accessories. And I don’t think I’ve had a

transaction that closes on time. It’s such a high stress

white wall since I’ve been an adult,” Gina adds with a laugh.

transaction that it really does take a lot of care, support,

Under the brand Gina Speegle Interiors, Gina says, “I

and education to get through it smoothly. I’m backed by

offer full service interior design – anything from bath and

Blanchard and Calhoun and a very large support team, but

kitchen remodels, to stone countertops, custom window

I take care of my clients myself….they don’t get passed on

treatments, and furniture. I also do staging and really any-

to other people.”

thing that is design-related.”

As an Evans resident, Susan shares, “I’ve been involved

Gina adds, “I love being able to choose my own vendors

in the Columbia County schools, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts,

and contractors so that I can get licensed and bonded,

and I serve on several community boards. I take community

good-quality people.”

involvement seriously, and I feel that it helps me help my cli-

Ultimately, Gina says, “I absolutely, positively love making

ents because I’m aware of what’s going on in the community.”

people’s dreams come true. Nothing is more gratifying for me.” CONTINUED >

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ASHLEY GARDNER + BOUDOIR BY ASHLEY + PHOTOGRAPHY After moving from California to Georgia, Ashley Gardner says, “I wanted to establish myself with family photography so that people knew who I was and trusted me before jumping into something a little more intimate and personal.” Last year, she opened Boudoir by Ashley and transitioned to full-time boudoir photography. “It’s my favorite genre,” she shares. “I love being able to empower women and allow them to see themselves in a way that they might not see themselves normally,” explains Ashley. “A lot of my clients are moms or nurses…women who give of themselves to others all the time. To allow them to do something for themselves is why I do it.” Ashley’s inspiration is wanting her kids “to be able to see that their mom did something she was passionate about and enjoyed. I do it for them to be able to look at me and say, ‘Wow! She made a difference; she did something for other people, and

she loved what she did.’”

LESLIE BREWER + BIJOUX + COE + ONLINE WOMEN’S CLOTHING BOUTIQUE Bijoux + Coe owner Leslie Brewer knew that opening a women’s clothing boutique would be a perfect fit for her and her family. She says, “I love to shop and to dress other people – that’s fun for me. And it’s something I thought would be fun for my three older girls and me to do together. We go to market together, shop together, and pick our purchases together.” “We sell fun women’s clothing,” says Leslie. “We want women to feel great about what they’re wearing. Anything we can do to boost someone’s confidence we definitely want to be part of that.” For now, Bijoux + Coe is an online boutique with plans to open a storefront in Evans this year. “We love Columbia County. It’s our home,” says Leslie. “My kids have grown up in school here, and it’s the best place to be.” 14

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LET’S TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER. OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES NEED US MORE THAN EVER. IF THERE IS ONE THING THAT OUR COMMUNITY HAS DISCOVERED DURING THIS TIME, IT’S THAT WE ARE DETERMINED AND EXCELLENT AT SUPPORTING ONE ANOTHER. Whole neighborhoods have set up scavenger hunts to cheer up passersby, many have spent days creating homemade masks for medical workers, efforts to soften the loneliness of #socialdistancing have abounded, and locals have buckled down on frequenting their favorite businesses in order to keep them bustling. Local businesses have acted in kind, using their reach to benefit our community and serve their patrons. Store owners have taken it upon themselves to use their companies to boost morale, support those in need, and bring inventive solutions. Here are just a few of them.

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PINOT’S PALETTE GOES VIRTUAL: BRING THE PARTY HOME! Pinot’s Palette has gone virtual and is bringing the party to you! “We are offering virtual, interactive painting classes for kids and adults,” shares Kimberly Oberkirsch, owner of Pinot’s Palette. Check out their calendar at PinotsPalette.com/Augusta and register online for these fun-filled events! They are also offering Cabin Fever Paint Kits. With dozens of paintings to choose from, you are bound to find a few to occupy your time and engage your creativity! Pictures of the paintings are on their Facebook and Instagram pages. Pinot’s Palette offers curbside service or delivery. Call or text 706-513-8775 or email Augusta@PinotsPalette.com to order.

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LAWN LETTERS OF AUGUSTA BRINGS MORALE AND CHEER Lawn Letters of Augusta helped families make birthdays a little extra special while social distancing by offering special pricing on any installment. Lawn Letters also did the big job of cheering on our medical teams. In partnership with University Health, signs cheering on the “heroes” were installed where medical workers would see the encouraging words on the way to each shift.

MICHAEL AND WENDY PERRY HELP FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES GROW STRONGER Michael and Wendy Perry of Catalyst Executive Advising & Development have been devoting extra time to bolstering up local businesses, helping them brainstorm and navigate necessary changes with their Catalyst training program and with The Break Room, a Zoom meeting held twice per week.

KIMMY RAY PHOTOGRAPHY BRINGS SMILES TO FAMILIES WITH #THEFRONTSTEPSPROJECT

Things have been tough, and more time has been spent at home than most of us are used to. All of that time can help us see where our relationships need a little extra care. Every Monday at 7pm, you can interface with this power couple live via Facebook @themarriageshop. “It’s all about real marriage, real talk, where we explore questions and answers to some of the most common challenges in marriage,” shares Wendy. “We dig deep into God’s plan for marriage and invite you to join us on this journey.”

Kimmy Ray Photography participated in #TheFrontStepsProject. Kimmy is passionate about educating others on protecting themselves as well as those who are immunocompromised or otherwise vulnerable. In an effort to bring awareness to the importance of following social distancing guidelines, Kimmy provided Front Porch Mini Sessions for local families - all from a safe distance - and donated proceeds to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Kimmy shared, “I knew it would bring joy to those families who are secluded from the outside world.” Find Kimmy’s work at Facebook.com/AugustaGeorgiaPhotography.

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POWELL AND ASSOCIATES FINDS FAMILIES’ HOMES Powell and Associates, Inc was established in Lincolnton in 1987 by Marcene P. Powell. Now, 33 years later, her daughter, Nancy Powell Hohlwein, has taken over as Broker/CEO of the firm, bringing it to Augusta’s historic Broad Street News Building. Nancy has a heart for educating on the benefits of homeownership, guiding and encouraging through home-buying experiences. Tackling the recent challenges, Nancy has revised her methods and worked countless hours to ensure her clients have positive experiences. CONTINUED >

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DECORATOR’S OUTLET AND INTERIORS CONTINUES TO UPGRADE YOUR HOME

PAINTING AND SUCH BRINGS BEAUTIFUL IMPROVEMENTS

“During these unprecedented times,” shares Eve Turner of

Steven Tucker, owner of Painting and Such, is dedicated

Decorator’s Outlet and Interiors, “we want to encourage our clients

to uplifting the home and the families within. Painting and

to stay creative and keep their home spaces updated.” As we are all

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spending more time at home, you are probably noticing spaces that could use a little change. Decorator’s Outlet and Interiors remains committed to serving clients through FaceTime consultations. Fabric orders can be sent straight to your home or picked up at the store.

work, and small carpentry jobs. Steven has been painting and improving homes for over 30 years, and he wants the community to know that he is there to help and is also keeping everyone in his prayers.

“While we are not opening our doors to the public for shopping, we will be delighted to deliver phone and existing orders to your car during our restricted hours. We encourage everyone to follow the restricted guidelines in order to stay safe and healthy!”

ROOTED COFFEEHOUSE HELPS TO SPREAD THOUGHTFUL SUPPORT “We find that our community is looking for ways to give back during this unprecedented time,” says Heather Needles of Rooted Coffeehouse. “There are many who are serving on the front lines and don’t have the option to stay at home during these difficult times. We appreciate their dedication and sacrifice.” Please join Rooted Coffeehouse in spreading cheer in our community by purchasing a box of coffee for the organization of your choice. “Let us know if there’s a specific date and time you’d like us to deliver, and we will do our best to accommodate.” Each box serves 12, with cups, lids, stirrers, sugar and a personalized thank you note included.

CUDOS2U IS HERE TO HELP WITH GIFTS, INCLUDING MOTHER’S DAY Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and many have needed get-well-soon and pick-me-up gifts. Cudos2u has been there to help you find exactly what you need, even while social distancing has been necessary. They are passionate about providing the best gifts for your favorite women and dearest friends, and during this trying time, their dedication and availability has continued.

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ENCOURAGEMENT CAN BE FOUND WITH THE FIRST SIP OF THE DAY “I’VE ALWAYS BEEN VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT ENCOURAGING AND INSPIRING OTHERS,” SAYS DANIELLE BATCHELOR, OWNER OF GRACEFUL MORNINGS. Her years of patient care as a medical social worker have taught her “so much about the power of prayer and that it’s not about taking pain away or saying the perfect things. It’s about being there and reminding people about the power of God’s love and how much of a difference it can make to lean into Him and bring Him into whatever you’re going through.” In 2018, Danielle felt led to open Graceful Mornings, an Etsy shop featuring elegant, scripture-based coffee mugs. She explains, “The mugs allow you to provide a loved one with a thoughtful, encouraging, and timeless gift at a time when they need it most.” They can also serve as a sweet reminder of special times spent together. Have a few of these in your own cupboard if you want sweet encouragement with every morning’s cup of tea or coffee. A local reader shared, “I immediately wanted the collection on hand in my kitchen because they carry truth that I need to hear; words are so powerful, and the tiniest line can set my heart and mind on life-giving thoughts and intentions.” Whether as a gift or a personal purchase, customers can order pre-designed mugs or request custom designs based on specific desires. To Danielle, each step of the process is an opportunity for ministry. “Whenever a customer places their order, I will engage with them and, if they want to, have them tell me a little about why they are purchasing a specific mug as a gift. They may share about a hardship their loved one is enduring. We connect through storytelling, words of encouragement, shared faith, and prayer.” Danielle also prays for the recipient of the mug during the designing process. She says, “My prayer has always been that my mugs will be used as a tool to spread God’s Word while providing hope, encouragement, peace, comfort, and everlasting joy - especially during seasons of hardship.” “That’s the heart behind it for me….to remind people that they are not alone,” says Danielle. “I’m so excited to see what difference God is going to make in this world. He’s allowing me to be the vehicle – all for His glory.” Ordering information can be found at Etsy.com/Shop/GracefulMornings. Also, find Graceful Mornings on Facebook and on Instagram at @gracefulmornings. 10% of proceeds are donated to True North Church in support of mission trips.

Danielle Batchelor founded Graceful Mornings with inspiration from Psalm 143:8 - “Let the morning bring word of Your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in You.” She says, “This verse is such a lovely reminder that mornings offer new beginnings.”

“MY PRAYER HAS ALWAYS BEEN THAT MY MUGS WILL BE USED A S A TOOL TO SPRE AD GOD’S WORD WHILE PROVIDING HOPE , ENC OURAGEMENT, PE ACE , COMFORT, AND EVERL A STING JOY ESPECIALLY DURING SE A SONS OF HARDSHIP.”

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CHEF KELSEY BURACK SHARES HER MOM’S BANANA BREAD RECIPE AND HER PLANS FOR A FUTURE IN THE CULINARY SCENE

Steeped in family tradition, many of The Bottom Line Bakery’s items, like the Classic Banana Bread, are a nod to Kelsey’s time cooking with her Mom (Jeanine Burack) and Grandmother (Lorraine Linehan). Additionally, the bakery’s name honors her grandfather, former New York City Policeman Daniel Linehan. Kelsey recalls, ARTICLE MICHELLE W. PARNELL | PHOTOGRAPHY RANDY PACE

“At any given time, you would find all of us around Nan and Pop’s table until the latest hours of the night, solving the world’s problems. At the end of his motivational family talks, Pop would always say, ‘and that’s the bottom line,’ so Bottom Line Bakery is a great way to honor his memory.” The Bottom Line Bakery provides treats for any occasion. “Food is at the center of every celebration,” says Kelsey. “As a chef, it’s super important when someone comes to me and asks me to be a part of that. It’s something I take very seriously.” “With Bottom Line Bakery being so close to my heart, I’m hoping to bring forth food to remind people of their childhood days, past memories, and happy moments,” explains Kelsey. “I try to understand what my customer needs and make sure I’m honing in on bringing that nostalgia out in whatever products I’m providing for them.” Kelsey is also the recent winner of Food Network’s

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“Baking was always an awesome way to spend time with Mom and Nan. Cooking with them, and that nostalgia, is what I bring into my cooking today.” Evans Lifestyle | May 2020

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CL A S SIC B ANANA BRE AD (JE ANINE ’ S RECIPE) Prep Time: 10 mins

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Cool Time: 10 mins

INGREDIENTS + 1/2 cup soft butter or margarine + 1 cup sugar

DIRECTIONS + 1 tsp vanilla + 2 cups unsifted all-purpose flour

+ 2 eggs

+ 1 tsp baking soda

+ 1 1/3 cups mashed ripe

+ 1/4 tsp salt

bananas (3-4 medium) + 1 tsp milk

Serves: 1 loaf

+ 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 350°F. Cream butter and sugar in large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. In a separate bowl, mix mashed bananas, milk and vanilla. In another container, combine flour, salt and baking soda. Alternate adding and blending flour and banana mixtures into the bowl with the creamed butter and sugar. Add nuts if desired. Turn into greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Cool 10 minutes in pan. Turn out of pan and cool completely before serving.

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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE LYDIA KAYE CLOTHEY

M OT H E R-DAUG HTE R DUOS SOME LADIES HAVE ALL THE LUCK THE BOND OF MOTHER AND DAUGHTER IS TIMELESS AND UNIQUE, AND THESE LADIES HAVE IT. They also share the rare opportunity of teaming up in the workplace, and they rock at it! Giving both humorous and heartwarming insights, these daughters share a little of what makes working with their moms so special.

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