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DECEMBER 2020 PUBLISHER

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Christmas is finally here! Make someone smile! THIS YEAR WAS PRETTY TOUGH BUT WE MUST THINK OF THINGS TO BE THANKFUL FOR. Most of you know that I find the best in any and everything. I am a very positive person. I don't see people as a race, we are all one race, the human race. I view things from a very different perspective. You will never hear me saying "Thank God it's Friday", because I live as everyday is Friday. Surround yourselves with positivity and try not to stress. What you listen to on the radio, see on television and what you hear from the people around all feeds your spirit. Whatever you nourish will grow and whatever you starve will die. Let this be a Christmas holiday to remember. Spend time doing whatever makes you most

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happy. My family and I put up our holiday decorations early just to enjoy the holiday a bit longer. I make sure that my wife and kids feel appreciated so much on a daily basis that their birthdays and holidays are almost like a normal day. With that being said my kids know that it is better to give than receive so they are always looking to bless someone. 'Tis the season to give. I challenge you today to call that loved one that you haven't spoken to in a while or an old friend that deserves a call and let them know how you feel. Do not hold grudges, it is not worth the toll on your health. Repair relationships that were broken, forgive people who may have hurt you. Go into the new year fresh and plan your resolution ahead and most importantly stick with it. It is never too late to start

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2020

FEATURES 14 From Sharon, With Love Gifts for friends and family this holiday season.

18 Making Magic Smyrna’s Doug Barron uses gifts for good.

20 GeeGee’s Christmas Pledge Crafting to support the Smyrna Library completes GeeGee’s holiday season.

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24 Best Foot Forward Nufeet Medical is the perfect blend of podiatry and beauty.

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Good Times

Around Town

Hot Spot

Local’s Choice

Giving Back

20 Hometown Hero 24 Healthy Lifestyle 26 DIY 32 Culinary Creations 33 Realty Report 34 Parting Thoughts

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IN THIS MONTH OF GIVING AND HOLIDAYS,

family and we will spend time together this holi-

WE COULDN’T HELP BUT PAUSE TO HONOR

day. We will also give thanks to all our families and

SANDRA HOLIDAY. Sandra serves as Executive

friends who are cannot be with us and who have

Director of the Atlanta Children’s Shelter (ACS)

blessed our lives.

SC: At ACS, you help families facing homelessness

SUPPORTING ACS

who suffer from racial disparities and opportunity

Why not make a donation in honor of someone

gaps by providing them with pathways to financial

you love this Christmas? Or, check out the Amazon

independence and permanent housing. Tell us more.

wishlists and volunteer opportunities. Your gift to the

SH: We offer these families access to healthcare,

Atlanta Children’s Shelter makes a significant posi-

mental health services and free quality early child-

tive impact on homeless children and families that

hood education while providing them opportunities

they support every day. It helps provide free quality

to achieve GEDs, technical college diplomas, gainful

early childhood education and nutritional meals to

employment and permanent housing. ACS continues

homeless children as well as support services to their

to evolve and pivot to serve the growing needs of

parents so that they can obtain stable employment

families living in poverty during the pandemic. We

and housing. You help give the gift of transition from

launched virtual learning platforms for children up to

homelessness to self-sufficiency which breaks the

grade 5 to help keep parents employed and children

cycle of homelessness for children.

learning, we transitioned to virtual mental health ser-

Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligi-

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imize your impact for the Atlanta Children’s Shelter while completing your shopping.

SC: We have much to be thankful for. What tops

To purchase items that will immediately help

your list?

the children and families we support, visit the ACS

SH: I am profoundly grateful to all our community

Amazon Smile Shopping List. Additional items can

partners who make it possible for the Shelter to serve

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families with young children living in poverty and on

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the streets of Atlanta. We nurture these families with

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love, give them respect and provide them with critical

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tion and jobs.

acknowledged as a charitable contribution.

We cannot keep our doors open without support

If your child is interested in serving, but not old

from individuals, foundations, corporations, govern-

enough – Sandra has options for them too! Children

ment and community organizations. Our partners

are encouraged to gather some of their friends or

donate to meet our critical need for PPE and funding

neighbors and raise some current in-kind needs.

so we can continue to work tirelessly to meet the crit-

Once the collection is complete, she encourages

ical needs of others.

parents to bring their children to drop off the items. If you have any questions regarding this process,

SC: Who will be around your table on Christmas Day? SH: Family! I am blessed to have a wonderful

please email, sholiday@acsatl.org. ACSATL.org

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01 I love buying items with personalized gifts. Try Shutterfly for photo gifts or shop locally at Love Street for barware, home decor, unique kids’ gifts. Shutterfly.com and LoveStreetOnline.com and at 1275 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna | 02 My relatives are huge Steelerfans and I respect fans who love their teams, so something from Fanatics.com is always a winner. | 03 Another go-to gift would be a gift card for Top Golf. The experience is fun for everyone. TopGolf.com | 04 I love entertaining during the holidays and any gift of good food is great. These pies are amazing, with a Vinings location. SouthernBakedPie.com | 05 Suga’s Pimento Cheeses, “the caviar of the South.” At the Farmers Market in Vinings on Thursdays. I can’t wait to order some for the holiday. SugasFood.com | 06 I personally would rather a great experience (hint, hint, gift cards available). My favorite is Village Health Wellness Spa in Smyrna. 4425 S. Cobb Dr SE. VillageHealth.net | 07 Jeep drivers love accessories like a cool cargo cove or a reversible top. Amazon.com | 08 I currently have an air fryer that I probably use three times a day. Get one for a friend and they’ll love you forever. Target.com | 09 I recently got a puppy and I really need one of these. Bissell, 2747A PowerFresh Vac & Steam All-in-One Vacuum and Steam Mop. Amazon.com CityLifestyle.com/SmyrnaVinings

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7. SECRET’S OUT! Plaque is really a mixture of germs, old sugary foods and acidic germ waste. Yep, germ poo is destroying teeth every day.

6. FLOSS FIRST (AND NOT THE DANCE!). Nothing can adequately replace actually getting the string between our teeth. If we floss first, we have a better chance to be more effective in our routine.

5. CONSISTENCY IS KEY. Invest 2 minutes every morning and 2 minutes before bed.

4. PREVENTION IS LESS EXPENSIVE. Like most things in life, allowing for problems to persist makes it harder to restore and repair. It’s true for home repair, relationships, education and….TEETH!

3. ACCESS AND ANGLES. When brushing your teeth or your children’s teeth, we must create better access by moving our lips and cheeks out of way. Then gently brush with the bristles angled along the gum line. This adjustment in technique can be a real smile saver.

2. YES, PROFESSIONAL DENTAL VISITS ARE NECESSARY. Waiting until something hurts usually ends up being a bigger problem. If you don’t trust your dental team, it’s ok to get second opinions.

1. IT’S COMPLICATED. Fluoride itself is not harmful but if used incorrectly, it could possibly relate to health problems. When used properly, in can be a great benefit for your teeth. Please supervise brushing to ensure correct spitting and amount of toothpaste through elementary grade years.

BONUS: WHITER IS NOT BETTER. Kids are increasingly dissatisfied with their natural teeth color and are asking for bleaching products. This is related to trends in adult dentistry and the manufactured images they see on mass media. Teeth color has joined weight, height, and hair in a long list of body image insecurities.

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MAKING M AG I C

SMYRNAâ€™S DOUG BARRON USES GIFTS FOR GOOD

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ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY FREDRIK BRAUER

WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE IS SICK, DON’T YOU WISH YOU HAD A MAGIC WAND TO CAST OUT THE PAIN, DISMISS THE GERMS FOREVER AND BANISH THE BAD NEWS? When 13-year old Mary Tipton Carter of Brookhaven was at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, she could have used a magic wand during her treatment for ovarian cancer. Instead, she stepped into the role of fairy godmother, constructing wands out of pipe cleaners, visiting other children who were sick, granting them a bit of hope with their own magic wand. Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance executive director Doug Barron of Smyrna heard about the young ovarian cancer patient at CHOA and went for a visit. From there, the two developed a unique friendship and productive collaboration. MT is a huge Harry Potter fan and convinced Doug if they were going to be friends, he would have to read the entire Harry Potter series. So he did! While reading, Doug noticed a common element in all of the stories. Every character possessed a wand that would help them in times of need and conflict. An amateur woodworker, Doug decided to design and craft a magic want for MT. He turned to “Nana’s Tree,” the Japanese Maple that his children planted when their Grandmother passed away from ovarian cancer in 2007 and chose a branch to work with. “The first wand I made was very special,” says Doug. “The handle and wand separate exposing a secret compartment that can hold a special wish or spell.” Thus the name, “MT’s Wizardly Wands with Get Well Spells.” Now, an ovarian cancer survivor, MT creates gift bags for children being treated at the AFLAC Cancer Center Inpatient Unit at CHOA - Scottish Rite with information about these special wands that are then distributed by the AFLAC Donations Coordinator. “MT hopes the wands may bring some magic, a smile, and some happiness into their lives,” says Doug. Together, Doug and MT have created a magical friendship that proves caring and creativity can cast spells that last a lifetime. GAOvarianCancer.org

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HOMETOWN HERO

GEEGEE’S CHRISTMAS PLEDGE CRAFTING TO HELP THE SMYRNA LIBRARY COMPLETES GEEGEE’S HOLIDAY SEASON.

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WHEN GEEGEE WALTERS RETIRED AFTER A 25 YEAR CAREER, MOST RECENTLY AS A SENIOR IT SPECIALIST WITH GE CAPITAL, SHE FELT THE PULL TO USE HER SKILLS FOR GOOD. “I wanted to give back to my community, offer my skills in an area that needed me and maybe meet new people,” she says. GeeGee and Jerry Walters have lived in Smyrna since 1992. “I started with the Friends of Smyrna Library by doing membership and other opportunities came up that gave me the chance to get even more involved.” GeeGee is an artist, and crafts lovely holiday home decor, raising money for Friends of Smyrna Library. “When it came time for the fundraising, I showed them my craft skills and that’s how it all began - it has been so much fun and rewarding ever since.” She makes centerpieces, arrangments for the mantle, wreaths and swags for the door. She uses ornaments, bright ribbons, greens, silk flowers, tiny embellishments and lots of love to make her decorative holiday statements. They are each one of a kind! GeeGee will be taking special orders this year. Email her at marleymay53@gmail.com and support the Smyrna Library. On December 1, join GeeGee and the entire board for The Big Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, with Santa and lots of holiday festivities to enjoy. Catch the spirit of the season and delight in choral performances by local schools, community and church groups. Don’t miss the annual parade with Santa and the very special way he lights the giant Christmas Tree in Smyrna’s downtown, kicking off the holiday season of lights in downtown Smyrna on the Village Green. Also, each Thursday, the library hosts a Preschool Virtual Storytime (3-5 year olds) with an age-appropriate, thematic story and rhyme for children beginning to develop their literacy skills. The storytime video link will be available here on the morning of the event, or on the library’s Facebook for 24 hours. December 3- Hibernation Station, December 10- Penguins Waddle, December 17Winter Holidays. THE SMYRNA LIBRARY 100 Village Green Circle Hours: Monday - Friday: 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED

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“I WANTED TO GIVE BACK TO MY COMMUNITY, OFFER MY SKILLS IN AN AREA THAT NEEDED ME AND MAYBE MEET NEW PEOPLE.”

The Friends of Smyrna Library (FOSL) is an independent, non-profit, volunteer organization that supports the Smyrna Public Library through fundraising events and volunteer activities. FOSL is a member of the Friends of Libraries USA organization and is one of the most active Friends chapters in Georgia. Our cash donations and volunteer support provide important enhancements to the library such as:

+ Art & Display Gallery Exhibits + Author Appearances & Book Signings + Book and eBook Donations + Bookstore in Library Lobby + Cash Donations to Expand Library Programs + Children’s Special Events + First Sunday Lecture Series + FOSL-Sponsored Special Events + Inkjet Cartridge Recycling Program + Pop-Up Book Sales + Reading Programs for Children, Teens and Adults + Recognition for Staff and Volunteers + Smyrna Reading Group + Spring & Fall Used Book Sales + Summer Reading Program + Supplies Donations + Technology Donations + Teen Volunteer Program WHY VOLUNTEERING FEELS GOOD

+ Help others + Meet new people + Explore new areas of interest + Impress yourself + Use your skills in a productive way + Connect with your community + Enjoy a meaningful conversation

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taining your overall foot health and improving your quality of life. The way your toes look and have a huge impact on how you look and feel, from the inside out. Investing in NuFeet medical procedures also means investing in yourself for the long-term.

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bullet journaling 101

Let’s face it—in today’s so-much-to-do-

and-so-little-time cultural mindset, it can be hard to keep track of everything we need to do. Wake up—did you get enough sleep? Brush your teeth. Feed the kids. Feed the dog. Get ready for work. Make your lunch. Those are just six things to think about in the span of 15 minutes after your alarm goes off. With all of these things to keep track of and

our lives moving a mile a minute, anything we

THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS

can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.

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how-to how - to

page styles t ypes of pages in a bullet jour nal + Mood tracker

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+ Bucket list

+ Exercise tracker

+ Reading list

+ Ideas list

+ Yearly goals

+ Chore list

+ Happiness log

+ Budget tracker

+ Sleep tracker

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what you need There’s so much you can do here with just a notebook (you’ll probably want one with a dotted grid) and a pen! If you want to add some creative flair, consider incorporating markers, stickers and washi tape.

start simple When you start searching for bullet journaling on Pinterest, it can get really overwhelming really fast. Decide what is most important for you to keep track of and start with that! If you try to do too much at once, you’ll be less likely to stick with it.

make it your own The most important thing to remember is that it is for you and not anyone else. Use your favorite colors, doodle things that help

symbols s ymbol char t

A bullet journal really becomes what you make it. Use symbols that speak to you! Here are some basics to start with:

Task

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CULINARY CREATIONS Recipe from TheMagicalSlowCooker.com.

Baked Stuffed Apples ENJOY A HEALTHY BREAKFAST IN THE MORNING OR A DELICIOUS TREAT LATER IN THE DAY. Slow cooker stuffed apples will give you all the fall feels.

INGREDIENTS + 5 medium-sized gala apples + 5 1/8 cups granola + 2 tablespoons melted butter + 5 teaspoons maple syrup + Ice cream or whipped cream for serving (if making for dessert)

I NST RUCT IONS

01 | Cut a layer off the top of the apples with a knife. With a melon baller tool or a measuring teaspoon, remove the core and seeds from each apple. 02 | Pack ⅛ cup granola into each apple, and place into the slow cooker. 03 | Drizzle the apples evenly with the melted butter, and add a teaspoon of maple syrup to each apple. 04 | Cover, and cook on high for 2 to 2½ hours until tender, but not falling apart. 05 | Serve as is, or add ice cream or whipped cream. 06 | Enjoy!

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

VININGS

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Vinings

$1,449,000

$1,375,000

95%

146

The Aberdeen

$1,225,000

$1,081,000

88%

Paces View

$1,060,000

$1,050,000

99%

100

River's Call

$1,000,000

$990,000

99%

One River Place

$899,000

$875,000

97%

142

Paces View

$899,000

$866,400

96%

One Vinings Mountain

$799,900

$775,000

97%

Stonehaven At Vinings

$699,000

$690,000

99%

West Village

$685,000

$675,000

99%

Paces Walk

$679,900

$665,000

98%

569

Gates at Ivy Walk

$675,000

$660,000

98%

Vinings Heights

$650,000

$636,000

98%

138

One Vinings Mountain

$649,000

$630,000

97%

Williams Park / Smyrna

$624,900

$620,000

99%

Vinings Glen

$610,000

100%

Greenwood

$599,000

$604,000

101%

Olde Highland Estates

$625,000

$600,000

96%

4400 West

$599,900

100%

4400 West

$599,900

$590,000

98%

Enclave at Old Concord

$599,880

$589,900

98%

Paces Ferry Park

$619,900

$580,000

94%

Barnes Mill

$585,000

$580,000

99%

Vinings Mill West

$499,000

$565,000

113%

Parkview Village

$565,000

100%

Information compiled f rom First Multiple Listing Service and Georgia Multiple Listing Service f rom dates of 10/1/20 to 10/31/20. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of all activity. *DOM=Days on Market

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PARTING THOUGHTS

4 H I S TO R I C

HIKES IN GEORGIA ARTICLE ALPHARETTA LIFESTYLE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY GEORGIA STATE PARKS

KO LO M O K I M O U N D S S TAT E PA R K ( B L A K E LY ) Kolomoki protects the oldest and largest Woodland Indian site in the Southeast, including eight ancient earthen mounds. Activities include hiking on five miles of trails, touring the Native American museum, and even climbing to the top of a temple mound. The 2.5-mile Spruce Pine Trail, part of Georgia’s Southern Rivers Birding Trail, offers views of lakes Yahola and Kolomoki and wildlife observation platforms. Keep an eye out for White-tailed Deer, Gopher Tortoises, Wild Turkeys, Blue Herons and Red-headed Woodpeckers.

H O F W Y L- B R OA D F I E L D P L A N TAT I O N H I S TO R I C S I T E ( DA R I E N ) A 1.5-mile walk through a former rice plantation tells the story of the Lowcountry’s way of life in the 1800s. After the Civil War and end of slavery, the estate was eventually transformed into a dairy farm. Hike across the fields, along the marsh and several historic buildings, stopping for a guided tour of a furnished antebellum home. Spanish moss and majestic Live Oaks add to the beautiful scenery.

P I C K E T T ’ S M I L L B AT T L E F I E L D H I S TO R I C S I T E ( DA L L A S ) Connect with nature in this largely untouched 800-acre site protecting one of the best-preserved Civil War battlefield in the nation. Six miles of trails (including roads once traveled by soldiers), undisturbed earthworks and an 1800s cabin provide hikers and their four-legged companions a range of scenery.

WO R M S LO E S TAT E H I S TO R I C S I T E ( S AVA N N A H ) GET OUTSIDE

Make sure your phone is fully charged before you visit one of Savannah’s most Instagrammed attractions. Enter through a distinctive archway and travel a mile-long avenue lined with Live Oaks and Spanish Moss to the oldest tabby ruins in Georgia. Here you’ll learn about Wormsloe, the 1700s colonial estate of Noble Jones. The 3-mile Battery Trail will take you past the ruins, through maritime forest and along salt marsh where you can look for fiddler crabs at low tide. Bring binoculars to spot Great Blue Herons, Cattle Egrets, Red-wing Blackbirds and other coastal species. GAStateParks.org

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