Surry Living Magazine - Oct. 2018 Issue

COMPLIMENTARY

OCTOBER 2018

Fishing this Fall?

Know the signs!

A Sportsman’s Guide to Surry County

Consider Your Hunting Companion

BONUS: Calendar guides to the area’s special events for Dobson, Elkin, Galax, Mount Airy, and Pilot Mountain

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FEATURED SECTIONS

HOME, FARM, & GARDEN p.8 * OUT & ABOUT p.18 *

SIMPLY DELICIOUS p.27 *

8 Fishing this Fall? Know

24 Gary York:

the Signs! Kristen Owen shares memories and tips for fishing this fall

16 Sarah Southard, DVM:

Considerations for Your Hunting Companion

The NCDOT Wildflower Program

ALL THE REST p.30 30 A Deeper Cut: A Novel,

Continues...

26 Galax Tourism: Fall Right

Off the Parkway

11 Ramblin’ Rose:

Pyrex Collectibles 12 Joanna Radford: New

Invasive Species on the Horizon 14 This Little Light of Mine:

The Sacrifice

18 Gin Denton: “I Hope You

Like Jammin’ Too.” 20 Surry Sportsman’s

Guide: A short listing of locations and activities in Surry County and the surrounding area. 22 Surry CC: Mingle with

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27 Carmen Long: Pop-tober! 29 The Sweet & Savory

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CONTRIBUTORS

Rose Ayers

Gloria Brown

Gin Denton

Sheri Wren Haymore

The proverbial teacher and life-long learner, Rose dedicated 40 years to teaching music in Christian and public education. She taught in multiple locations in NC and TN. She grew up at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in VA with loving parents and grandparents who instilled the value of learning, appreciation of mountain culture, and preservation of our past. Rose currently owns Memories on Main Antiques and Collectibles in downtown Mount Airy, NC.

Gloria is co-owner of The Nest & Hive Shoppe, a home décor business in Fancy Gap, VA, as well as the co-host of The Vintage Southern Homemaker television show. Her musings on life growing up and living in the South have appeared in publications and on TV throughout the region. She is an expert antiques collector who grew up in the business and worked many years as a dealer in the Yadkin Valley area, where she currently resides.

Gin is the owner of Ginger Horse Studio. Her focus is lifestyle photography, covering horse shows, weddings, concerts, and doing on location portraits. Gin graduated from the University of Findlay with an Equine Business Management degree, where she also studied music and photography. She is a member of the Mount Airy Ukulele Invasion (MAUI) and the Granite City Rock Orchestra (GRO). Gin resides in Lowgap, NC with her family on their small horse farm.

Sheri grew up in Mt. Airy, NC, and lives thereabouts with her husband. Together they run a couple of small businesses and plan their next vacation. A graduate of High Point University, her first job was as a writer at a marketing firm—and she’s been scribbling ever since. Sheri has several suspense novels in publication and Surry Living is proud to include sequential excerpts from one of her books in each issue.

Rynn Hennings

Carmen Long

Kristen Owen

Joanna Radford

Rynn is a writer and designer based in the Yadkin Valley region of North Carolina. She loves to share her ideas for adding simple beauty into hectic lifestyles. More than mere recipes, her mission is to offer practical shortcuts for food preparation along with visual tips for presentation. Rynn began her career in Aiken, SC, as a newspaper reporter writing feature articles about food, living, and the arts.

Carmen is an NC Cooperative Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. Making quick, easy, healthy food that tastes great on a budget is a challenge. Carmen and her husband have two grown children, both of which were involved in sports from grade school thru college. With busy careers and lots of time at sporting events, coming up with quick, healthy meals was a necessity. Carmen shares ideas and recipes to make this tough job a bit easier.

Kristen Owen is a Digital Content Producer for Lowe’s Home Improvement. She grew up on a small family farm in Buncombe County and graduated from N.C. State University with undergraduate degrees in Agriculture Extension and Communication, and a masters degree in Communication. She has a passion for agriculture and teaching. She loves the mountains, reading, meeting people and going new places. She lives in Salisbury with husband Matt, an agriculture teacher at a local high school.

Joanna Radford is the Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Agent for the NC Cooperative Extension in Surry County with expertise in entomology, gardening, and pesticide education. She began her career with NC Cooperative Extension in Stokes County in 1995 as a 4-H Agent, later switching to Field Crops and Pesticide Education in Surry County. In 2012, she assumed the role of Horticulture Agent for Surry County. She lives on a farm with her husband and two teenage daughters.

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CONTRIBUTORS Contd. Gary York

Sarah Southard

Larry VanHoose

Sarah grew up at Crooked Oak in the Pine Ridge community of Surry County. Raised in the agriculture world, she went on to earn degrees in animal science and veterinary medicine from North Carolina State University. She and her husband, Adam, currently live in Statesville with Oliver the house rabbit, a few cats, Blossom the donkey, and a flock of Katahdin hair sheep.

Larry is the Executive Editor of Surry Living Magazine and the Creative Director at Vivid Graphics in Galax, VA. With over 25 years experience as a writer, graphic designer, and commercial photographer. Larry and wife, Trina, have four wonderful, grown children, one awesome grandchild, and live in Fancy Gap, VA.

Gary resides in Pilot Mountain with his wife Charlotte at Vintage Rose Wedding Estate. A 1965 graduate of Guilford College, he received his MBA from Bucknell in ’68. His early career included service at York Oil Company and Neighbors Stores. His passion for celebrating community servants led him to begin producing People Doing Good For Others on WPAQ in 1998, which fueled his interest in local broadcasting and ultimately his purchase of 100.9 WIFM in February 2004. Gary’s dedication to the community extends beyond the walls of WIFM to include a photo ministry, a monthly newsletter, “The Communicator,” and prior service as a Surry County Commissioner, member of the Mount Airy City Schools Board of Education, and service as a UNC-TV Trustee. He’s a member of the Surry County Educational Foundation and Board Member of the Elkin Rescue Squad. SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 7

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Fishing this Fall?

Wild Trout Waters No closed season.

Know the signs!

Fish must be longer than seven inches to keep.

Boring, boring, boring.

Creel limit: Four trout per day.

That’s what I once thought about fishing. It seemed like a waste of time when I was young. I just couldn’t understand what my dad and brother saw in it. However, as I got older, I caught the fishing bug. It became more than just a sport – it was an escape, a way to connect with my family, and an opportunity to hit the reset button. Some of my very best memories include a trout stream and fishing pole. Fishing is now something that brings me great joy. With that also comes responsibility. My father always made sure my brother and I knew and followed fishing rules and regulations. For him, it’s a way to respect the sport and tradition. And that’s why I encourage you, when you hit the waters this fall, to know the signs – the fishing signs, that is. Take a look at the different classification tags that appear by North Carolina rivers and streams, along with some information about what each sign signifies: Hatchery Supported Trout Waters Season is open August 1, 2018 – February 28, 2019 (no fishing allowed from March 1 – April 5, 2019) and again April 6 – July 31, 2019. No size limit. No lure/bait restrictions. Creel limit: Seven trout per day. Delayed Harvest Trout Waters Season is open October 1, 2018 – May 31, 2019. No trout can be harvested. (See NOTE.) No fishing allowed at all between ½ hour after sunset on May 31, 2019 and 6 a.m. on June 1, 2019. Natural bait cannot be used. Single hook artificial lures only. NOTE: From 6 a.m. – noon on June 1, 2019, these waters open to youths under 18 years old and follow Hatchery Supported Trout Waters regulations. At noon on June 1, 2019, these waters open for all anglers under Hatchery Supported Trout Waters regulations. 8 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

Single hook artificial lures only.

Wild Natural Bait Trout Waters No closed season. Fish must be longer than seven inches to keep. Artificial lures or natural bait with a single hook (no live fish can be used as bait). Creel limit: Four trout per day, Catch and Release/Artificial Lures Only Trout Waters No closed season. No trout can be harvested. Natural bait cannot be used. Single hook artificial lures only. Catch and Release/Artificial Flies Only Trout Waters No closed season. No trout can be harvested. Natural bait cannot be used. Single hook artificial flies only. Special Regulation Trout Waters No closed season. This classification allows the N.C. Wildlife Commission to designate sitespecific regulations on unique trout waters in the state that don’t fit into the other categories. The regulations for each body of water under this classification will be displayed on the sign. You can learn more about our state’s fishing rules and regulations by visiting the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission website. Happy fishing! Photo and content source: N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Inland Fishing, Hunting and Trapping and Regulations Digest http://www.eregulations.com/ northcarolina/hunting-fishing/mountain-trout-regulations/

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Northern Hospital of Surry County now offers breakthrough breastcancer

Genius™ 3D Exam is Superior for Dense Breasts

screening technology—called the Genius™ 3D Mammography™ exam — to residents of Mount Airy and surrounding communities. The addition of this sophisticated diagnostic tool positions Northern Hospital as the only provider in Surry County — and the three surrounding counties of Stokes, Yadkin and Patrick (VA) — to offer state-of-the-art 3D mammography to patients.

Three-dimensional (3D) imaging of the breast provides a great-

The 3D Experience

er level of detail than traditional two-dimensional (2D) imaging,”

“From a patient’s perspective, there should

says Michael Leonard, Director of Imaging Services for Northern

be no significantly noticeable difference

Hospital. By creating a multi-layered view of the breast from many different angles, 3D images increase the detection of invasive breast cancers while also reducing the number of frightening ‘false

Time for your annual mammogram?

which is good news for the 40-50% of women who have dense breasts. Indeed, Northern Hospital’s newly-acquired Genius™ 3D Mammography™ exam is currently the only mammogram that is

that the 3D exam may take a few minutes longer,” says Tammy Branch, Mammography Coordinator at Northern Hospital. “Af-

positive’ results. Additionally, 3D images can more accurately distinguish an abnormality in particularly dense breast tissue –

between a 2D and 3D breast exam, except

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ter entering the dedicated Mammography Suite, patients are escorted to one of two warmly decorated procedural rooms where the 20-minute screening exam is given by

FDA approved as superior for dense breasts. “As a major provider

a certified technician,” she explains softly.

of breast health care, Northern Hospital is pleased to provide pa-

“The whole point of mammography is to

tients access to this significantly enhanced diagnostic capability –

detect cancer at its earliest sign, and 3D

which now supplements our full range of breast-cancer screening

imaging gives us the best option, to date, to detect suspicious

options,” adds Leonard.

nodules or tumors in any kind of breast tissue – fatty or dense.” Northern Hospital’s Mammography Suite is certified by the cred-

Early Detection & Self-Referral

ited by the American College of Radiology for 3D imaging and

Early detection remains the best line-of-defense in the fight against

meeting all requirements of the national Mammography Quality

breast cancer, which is estimated to affect this year more than

Standards Act (MQSA). The hospital’s three specialized techni-

330,080 American women – the majority of whom (266,120) will be

cians have all received advanced training in the use of 3D imaging.

newly-diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and the rest (63,960)

Tammy Branch and her dedicated team are comfortable

with non-invasive breast cancer. To encourage early detection, the

helping patients understand the difference between the two types

American Cancer Society recommends annual mammograms for

of mammography exams (2D versus 3D) so that they may make an

women 40 to 54 years old; and biennial exams (once every two

informed decision. “The most important thing is to get screened

years) for women between the ages of 55 and 79. Younger women

for breast cancer; and we are delighted to be able to now offer pa-

are also encouraged to get mammograms regularly if their family

tients access to the most advanced form of breast-cancer screen-

history, genetics, or other factors put them at higher risk for the

ing with the Genius™ 3D Mammography™ exam,” she adds.

development of breast cancer.

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Pyrex Collectibles

by Rose Ayers

Since I now live with my 88-year-old mom, I am finally allowed to invade her cooking territory that was prohibited to me as a small child. Her large, yellow Pyrex bowl is one of my favorites. Although it has seen more than 60 years of use, it’s still serviceable. I whip up Watergate Salad, old-fashioned potato salad, or a protein-packed bean salad in it regularly. Pyrex originated with the manufacturing of railroad lantern globes. The glass used in the globes became hot as the lantern light burned. When exposed to rain, sleet, or snow, the globe would often crack. Corning Glass was asked to solve this breakage problem. Their solution was a globe made of borosilicate, nonexpanding glass that they named Nonex. Nonex glass then became the source of much experimentation, particularly with wet cell battery jars. Jesse Littleton, a Corning researcher, brought home a modified battery cell jar for his wife to try after her ceramic casserole dish cracked. Littleton’s wife found that the Nonex bowl cooked foods much faster and at lower temperatures. To make the glass food-safe, Corning removed the lead from the Nonex manufacturing process and proceeded to develop the Pyrex cookware line.

Florences’ Ovenware from the 1920s to the Present, a reliable collector’s guide, displays a vintage ad proclaiming “There’s only one PYREX ware, a product of Corning Glass Works.” This ad appeared in magazines and sales pamphlets from the 1940s through the 1960s and showed husbands and wives placing large bowls of food on the table for serving. Early pieces were mostly clear or solid color, but patterns such as American Heritage, Snowflake, Pink Daisy, Cinderella, and Amish Butterprint were introduced and are still sought after today. Spring Blossom was the pattern that I bought for my first apartment during the mid-1970s. That avocado green pattern included both filled-in and open, five-petaled flowers. In my shop today, the three most popular patterns are the classic primary color set like my mother’s bowls, the turquoise or pink shade of the Amish Butterprint, and my pattern, Spring Blossom. Just as with all commodities, the prices of Pyrex fluctuate with demand. I continue to use my Spring Blossom pieces and am an “antique hound” sniffing out pieces that I don’t have. And I guess Mom will watch from Heaven as my younger sister and I squabble over that old yellow Pyrex bowl someday. I just pray we don’t get into a tugging match and the bowl ends up in pieces on Mom’s kitchen floor! That’s not likely, though – it is Pyrex, after all! Check out http://www.pyrexcollector.com/ to learn more about collecting Pyrex dishware.

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Pyrex launched in 1915 and sold four million pieces in the first four years. During the following eight years, over 26 million pieces were sold. Corning introduced utilitarian pieces such as lidded oven-to-refrigerator dishes in 1925. The yellow bowl Mom and I use today debuted in 1945. Both antique and vintage pieces, including coffee pots, divided serving pieces, measuring

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New Invasive Species on the Horizon

Services. You may want to collect or take a picture of the insect. If you are not sure what you are looking at is the spotted lanternfly you can submit a photograph of any life stage to newpest@ncagr. gov with the subject “Suspected Spotted Lanternfly.”

The spotted lanternfly, an invasive species, has the potential to be destructive to the grape, tree-fruit, hardwood, and nursery industries. This pest originated in Asia and was discovered in the United States in Berks County, Pennsylvania in 2014. It has since migrated south and has been confirmed in areas as close to North Carolina as Frederick County, Virginia. The insect has striking tan, white, and orange markings with spots. As a nymph, it prefers to feed on a wide range of plant species. It can be found on willow, poplar, maple, sycamore, plum, cherry, Adult Spotted Lanternfly and peach trees. The adult stage of the insect prefers to feed and lay eggs on tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima). As a side note, the tree of heaven is on the invasive species list. It is common in our area and is found crowding out our native species. It also causes damage to pavement and building foundations. Controlling the tree of heaven would help control the spread of this insect. Young seedlings can be dug up with all the roots. This is easier when the soil is moist. Our clay soils tend to hold on tight to roots in dry conditions. Chemicals work well in late winter and early spring after the tree is cut. Only one generation of the spotted lanternfly hatches per year. Adults lay eggs in the fall that hatch in the spring. Once hatched, the insects go through four nymph stages. Nymphs are hard to find. In the first three nymph stages, coloration is black with white spots while the final nymph stage is red with white spots and black stripes. The adults emerge in July and are active until the winter. The spotted lanternfly causes harm to plants by using its piercingsucking mouthparts to suck the sap right from the trunk, branches, twigs, and leaves. This reduces photosynthesis and weakens the plant sometimes to the point of death. The oozing wounds may leave a greyish trail along the bark of the plant. The insect also secretes a substance known as honeydew. This honeydew is similar to what aphids secrete. It is loved by many bees and other insects. If there is a buildup of honeydew on the plant or ground, it may develop fungi such as sooty mold. This can cover the leaf surface and possibly stunt growth. Any sightings of the spotted lanternfly should be reported to your local plant specialist, Ginger Hemmings, (336.314.9334) with North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer 12 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

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The Sacrifice

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He rolled over, expecting the worse. Feeling no pain, he looked around quickly, checking on his buddies. Truth be told, he loved each one of these guys like the brother he never had. They would do anything for him, and he for them. They all seemed okay, but were staring at him, shock on their faces. “Must have been a dud,” he joked. No one laughed – no one moved. As he looked from one to the other, they continued to stare at him, or as he now realized, at something behind him? He turned slowly, craning to see what they were looking at. Then he saw it, or what was left of it. His shaky hand touched the soldier’s broken body, finding and turning over the blood-covered dog tags to see who had thrown himself on the grenade and saved them all. He wiped away the wet, sticky blood from the tags with his thumb, and then he shook his head in disbelief – then looked again – but it was clearly his name written there. “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.” (1 John 3:16) Sometimes I hear a person say, “There is no God,” and I ache for them. It is precisely because of love like this that we can be sure that God exists. Love like that soldier had for his buddies. An all-too true story about the greatest kind of love – love like Jesus had for us. To know love then, is to know God. To know God, is to know love. “Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.” (1 John 4:11-12) Do you have problems? Needs? Heartaches? Of course, you do. Do you make mistakes? Have you hurt those that you love from time to time? Of course, you have. Do you pray? Do you pour out your need, your pain, and your shame to God?

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Considerations for Your Hunting Companion As the weather cools and the beautiful fall colors paint the Blue Ridge, hunters prepare for a bountiful harvest of their chosen wildlife. Whether you run coon dogs or have a retriever bring in your birds, it pays to ensure your dog is up to the job well ahead of its expected working season. Fitness, proper training, and appropriate preventive healthcare for your hunting companion are of utmost importance when you’re asking them to work alongside you this hunting season.

by Sarah Southard, DVM

Routine vaccinations and regular deworming are cornerstones for your hunting dog’s health. Due to the nature of the sport, hunting dogs are potentially exposed to more disease-causing organisms than the majority of pets. Be certain that your pup’s protection against rabies, distemper, and leptospirosis are up to date well in advance of the opening of hunting season. These particular diseases are deadly, and they can be carried by various wildlife species that dogs may come in contact with during a hunt. Also ensure that you maintain a proper deworming protocol during and after hunting season. Again, the wildlife (and excrement) that your dog might come in contact with in greater concentrations while on the job may be carrying various internal parasites that can negatively impact your pet’s long-term health. Do not forget to maintain flea and tick prevention measures as well. While these populations decrease in some areas in cold winter weather, our area often continues to see significant infestations on pets well into the winter. Also well in advance of opening day, be sure that all hunting dogs are well-trained for the job and are physically fit enough to perform without injury to themselves. Insufficiently trained dogs that do not understand your requests or what is expected of them can create potentially dangerous situations for themselves – or you. Likewise, dogs that understand the job, but have not been properly exercised to maintain physical fitness may over-exert or injure themselves. Know your dogs well enough to recognize their limits and value each pup enough to respect those limits. Consider the following recommendations for hunting day: •

Outfit your dog in a blaze orange safety vest for high visibility to other hunters who may be in the area. If you will be travelling through rough areas with thick growth and underbrush, consider a padded protective vest option to help prevent cuts, scrapes, and impalements.

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Be certain that your dog has reliable identification. A break-away collar with tags that include a name and phone number often provides the quickest means of your dog being returned should you get separated. However, a microchip is a more-permanent identification option as tags or collars may be lost or removed. Be sure that you maintain current contact information with the microchip registration company.

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Allow your dog frequent rest breaks and provide regular access to water. As stated above, know your dog well enough to recognize when he or she needs a break. Respect your dog’s limitations. This is especially important in late summer and early fall when temperatures may still be hot enough to cause heat stroke in over-worked animals.

Speak with your veterinarian regarding any specific questions or concerns you may have for your hunting companion this season. Properly prepare yourself and your dog to enjoy the hunt and the spoils of a bountiful season! Disclaimer: Surry Living does not provide medical or behavioral advice. The contents of this magazine, including text, graphics, images and other material, are intended for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian or other qualified animal healthcare provider with any questions that you may have regarding the medical condition of your pet. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that you have read in Surry Living Magazine. 16 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

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3D Mammography is now available at the Hugh Chatham Imaging Center. Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital is excited to provide our community with the latest in mammography technology. 3D mammography provides better, earlier breast cancer detection, with a reduced chance of callbacks. In addition, we offer C-view technology which provides less compression time and reduced radiation exposure. Evening appointments available.

For more information or to schedule your 3D mammogram, contact the Hugh Chatham Imaging Center at 336-527-7116. HughChatham.org SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 17

out & about by Gin Denton

“ I Hope You Like Jammin’ Too.” (Editor’s Note: Gin hands the reins to her husband, George Smith, for this article about joining in on open mics and jams.) Surry County is rich with open mics and jamming venues, providing opportunities for anyone to play or listen many nights of the week. If you are new to the idea of open mics and jams, here are a few tips to get involved: first of all, simply go listen, observe, and enjoy yourself. And when you’re ready to join in, here is what to expect: At an open mic venue, you will typically need to sign in, and you’ll be called up to play in turn. If there are house musicians, you may be able to request that one or more play with you. You might even end up with the full band backing you!

hosted by the South Carolina Broadcasters from 7:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and play or simply listen. Also on Wednesdays, Hilda’s Place (formerly the Living Room) on Main Street in Pilot Mountain, is starting up an open mic. Follow them on Facebook or call for times. For those who enjoy electric music, the Pie Factory comes alive on Thursday nights at 8:00 p.m., complete with drums and electric instruments – but acoustic instruments are also always welcome. The Pie Factory is located on 1263 N. South Street in Mount Airy. Thursdays you will find Bluegrass/Old Time jams at the Historic Earle Theater on Main Street in Mount Airy beginning at 7 p.m. Friday nights include an open Bluegrass/Old Time jam at the Lambsburg Community Center on 130 Learning Lane in Lambsburg, VA. George Smith is a guitarist and heads the George Smith Band, a rock band that performs mostly his music. He’s also a teacher, solo performer, and a piano tuner. He runs the Mt. Airy Ukulele Invasion (MAUI).

Drummer, Brent Ferry, plays open mic night at the Pie Factory

In a jam, typically anyone can play at any time. Simply grab a seat and hang on. If you are just learning to play an instrument, follow along with what your neighbors are playing. Most people are very helpful and accommodating. Either way, play what you can and lay back if you need to. Now that you’ve got the basics, where can you find open mics and jams? On Tuesdays, the beautiful Reeves Theater on Main Street in Elkin offers an open mic session, beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is open to the public and is free to get in. Many genres of music are played there, primarily on acoustic instruments. Every Wednesday night, the White Elephant on Market Street in Mount Airy has “Beer and Banjos,” an open Old Time Jam 18 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

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A Sportsman’s Guide to Surry County Fall is such a great time of year to get outside. If you’re like me, you love to hunt, fish, kayak, or simply take a brisk walk in the woods. To help you get your feet pointed in the right direction, we’ve compiled this short list of places and facilities that might just be what you’re looking for — in your own back yard! GALAX New River Outdoor Adventures 5785 Fries Rd., Galax, VA 276-237-8823 Canoe, Kayak, Tube, Fish, Camp Shuttle service available www.newriveroutdooradventures.com New River Trail State Park Galax, VA 276-699-6778 There are several entrances into this park. The park meanders through Grayson, Carroll, Wythe and Pulaski counties and Galax in southwestern Virginia and parallels the scenic and historic New River for 39 miles. Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Horseback Riding, Picnic Shelters, Restrooms www.dcr.virginia.gov MT. AIRY Westwood Park 1250 Galax Trail, Mount Airy, NC 336-786-8313 Bike Trails, Disc Golf, Fishing Pond, Fitness Stations, Parking, Picnic Shelters, Playground, Restrooms, Trails, Baseball and Softball Diamond Ararat River Greenway 350 Riverside Dr., Mount Airy, NC 336-786-8313 Trout Fishing, Canoe & Kayaking with various launch stations. Areas available for sitting by the river. www.mountairy.org 20 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

Sage Creek 3D Archery Range Mount Airy, NC Located in the foothills mountain range, we offer a friendly family-orientated venue to shoot your compound or traditional bow. Over 100 3D animal targets available. Archery Shooters Association sanctioned range; we hold tournaments open to the public approximately once a month from January thru September.

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Classes for all skill levels. Like us on Facebook @sagecrkarchery. For directions, schedule, and tournament results, visit www.shootarchery.com . Private events and lessons are available. Contact David Smith, 336-648-7755 or sagecreek@surry.net for more info.

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ARARAT Rabbit Ridge Enterprises 1251 Rabbit Ridge Road, Ararat, VA Shooting Range – full service gun shop 3 Ranges: Outdoors Rifle, Outdoors Handgun & Wobble Trap Shooting Classes include: Firearms Training, Concealed Carry, Youth & Ladies www.rabbitridge.com PILOT MOUNTAIN Pilot Mountain State Park 1792 Pilot Knob Park Rd, Pinnacle, NC 336-325-2355 / 877-722-6762 for camp reservations. Family camping in a 49-site campground is augmented by riverside group camps and canoe-in sites. Rock climbing and rappelling are allowed on portions of the park’s steep cliffs, and those cliffs perched around the mountain’s summit offer seemingly endless views of piedmont, Sauratown Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains. Pilot.mountain@ncparks.gov Hanging Rock State Park 1790 Hanging Rock Park Road, Danbury, NC 336-593-8480 hanging.rock@ncparks.gov Camping & Cabins, Swimming, Boat Rentals, Concessions, Hiking, Farmers Market, Various Featured Events

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Windy Hill Trading Post – 1497 Joe Layne Mill Rd., Elkin, NC 336-366-2409 Gun Range & Outdoor Equipment Store / Ranges: Outdoors Skeet & Outdoors Trap

ROARING GAP Stone Mountain State Park 3042 Frank Parkway, Roaring Gap, NC Camping, hiking, climbing, fishing, picnicking, horseback riding and more. 18+ miles of trails, 20 miles of designated trout waters. Campground with 90 sites, some with utilities; group and backpacking campsites are nearby. Rock climbing is allowed by permit on the towering, 600-foot granite face of the landmark mountain. Hutchinson Homestead, a restored mid-19th century mountain farm is on site. Expansive picnic grounds with shelters invite reunions and community gatherings.

Rocky Forest River Run Elkin, NC 336-469-8652 / 336-4698651 / 336-835-3890 Choose Rocky Forest River Run to get you on the water, we are Elkin’s premier Paddle Sports outfitter. Minutes outside downtown Elkin off Highway 268 on the Yadkin River. Paddling trips are offered through Wilkes, Surry & Yadkin Counties. Shuttle service is offered for those who have their own kayaks. Call ahead to book your trip. Crater Park 310 Standard St., Elkin, NC Playground, softball field, river access with ramp to the Yadkin River. Crater Park is connected with walking trail, bike lane and sidewalk to the Elkin Municipal Park. Primitive camping is available for

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river users only as an overnight stop on the Yadkin River Trail. No open fires. 336-258-8917 DOBSON Yadkin River Adventures 104 Old Rockford Rd., Dobson, NC 336-374-5318. 2, 4 AND 6 HOUR TRIPS AVAILABLE – All trips are selfguided and include: Transportation, boat, paddle and PFD. www.yadkinriveradventures.com JONESVILLE Hometown River Company 474 North Bridge St., Jonesville, NC Providing Jonesville & the Yadkin Valley with Kayak & Tube Rentals and Shuttle Services. Call 336-404-1616 www.hometownrivercompany.com/ Jonesville Kayak & Tube Rentals 1917 NC Hwy 67, Jonesville, NC 336-999-0017. Family-friendly business renting kayaks, canoes, and river tubes.

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POLICE FITNESS CHALLENGE OCTOBER 6, 2018 The Police Fitness Challenge is a tactical and obstacle, 2-person TEAM event for law enforcement personnel or anyone wanting to participate in this fun, exciting, and challenging event. The course is located on a 120-acre private farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains outside of Galax, Virginia. It’s three miles long, features 21 obstacles, and ends with the obstacle that makes this event both special and unique — a timed marksmanship component! Teams for the Law Enforcement Challenge are comprised of (2) persons and can be from any agency (not necessarily from same agency. Teams for the Open Challenge are also (2) persons, age 14 and over (under 18 requires a parent or guardian signature). Note that there is no marksmanship component for the Open Challenge portion of the event. REGISTRATION OPTIONS AND SCHEDULE 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: LAW ENFORCEMENT CHALLENGE Saturday’s morning event is ONLY for active-duty law enforcement officers (2-person teams). 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: THE OPEN CHALLENGE Saturday’s afternoon event is open for anyone 14 and over to participate (2-person teams). Note: There is no marksmanship component for the Open Challenge event. TO REGISTER, VISIT www.policefitnesschallenge.com or on the day of the event at 1973 Skyline Highway, Galax, VA SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 21

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Mingle with Nature at Minglewood Farm & Nature Preserve

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WESTFIELD, N.C. – Field trip opportunities for the young – and young at heart – are available year-round at Minglewood Farm & Nature Preserve in Surry County. Minglewood is a 65-acre experiential learning facility focused on sustainable food production and environmental stewardship. Its mission is to lure people away from the digital world via curriculumbased field trips, classroom programs, workshops and events.

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Owners Margie and Bill Imus are now in their fourth year of operating Minglewood as a nonprofit. They purchased the former tobacco farm in the late 1980s, rehabbed the land by adding organic matter to the depleted soil, and began farming full-time. But their goal from day one was to develop a higher use for the farm as a teaching tool and nature preserve.

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“We give people an opportunity to go out and experience nature,” Margie Imus says. “There is a lot to learn here.” Wooded areas with meandering trails make up the majority of Minglewood’s acreage. The Imuses farm seven to eight acres, including space for greenhouses and woody ornamentals. An environmental educator joined the staff in late July to align student visits with the curriculums for Surry, Stokes and Forsyth county schools. In addition to school field trips, the farm welcomes groups of adults, such as garden clubs, retirement groups, church groups and photo clubs. All visits are by appointment only, and scheduled events require advance registration. Homeschoolers with Bill Imus

Minglewood’s events include workshops for adults and children, as well as on-farm suppers on select Saturdays and Sundays. For the suppers, a guest chef prepares a four-course meal, which is served outdoors on the farm. Minglewood supplies most of the produce, and other local farms provide meats and dairy products. “There’s a big disconnect with the natural world, and we have a wonderful place where we can share that world with others,” Margie says. To learn more about Minglewood Farm & Nature Preserve, browse upcoming events and schedule an appointment, go to www. MinglewoodPreserve.org or call Westfield Elementary class with Bill Imus (336) 351-2945. 22 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

Whatever the occasion, choose 13 Bones Catering for your next event. Our catering is designed to fit your needs, at your convenience and within your budget. We offer pick-up, delivery, or full service catering. Other menu items and entrées are available upon request. Here are some samples: 13 Bones Soon-To-Be Famous Baby Back Ribs New Orleans Chicken Pasta or Chopped BBQ Grilled, Teriyaki Chicken, or BBQ Chicken (half) 1/4 Rack of Ribs and 1/4 Chicken Combo Ribeye Steak, Prime Rib or 6oz Filet 8oz Filet Mignon 1/2 Rack and Chicken Combo 1/2 Rack and Ribeye Or Prime Rib Combo All items served with two of our delicious, home-made sides. Choose from: Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Apples, Green Beans, Mac & Cheese, House Salad Oven Roasted Potatoes, or Sweet Potato Casserole.

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by Gary York

The NCDOT Wildflower Program

After seeing photos of wildflowers planted on state right of ways in Texas in 1985, Dottie Martin, wife of then North Carolina Governor, Jim Martin, commented, “This is fascinating. What can we do to get this sort of thing going in NC?” This simple suggestion inspired the NCDOT to begin a Wildflower Program that has grown from 12 to 1500 acres along interstate and primary routes across the Tarheel State. In consultation with the Department of Agriculture at North Carolina State University, NCDOT has made significant developments in wildflower planting. With additional encouragement and support from the Garden Club of North Carolina, the program has grown to become America’s largest and most recognized, featuring annuals, perennials, and NC native flowers. The program is one of NCDOT’s most popular initiatives, and they receive hundreds of comments of praise each year from residents and visitors alike.

spraying, and hoping for the right combination of sunshine and rain. North Carolina’s climate lends itself to two planting and harvest seasons. Seeds planted in the fall bloom in the spring, and spring plantings are beautiful in the fall. Chris’s meticulous bed management, Mother Nature, mowing, and litter control play paramount roles in District 11’s splendid presentations. Chris, Roadside Environmental Engineer Travis Chrisawn, and Operations Engineer Wayne Atkins were honored by the Surry County Commissioners on June 5, 2017 for 2016 Best Overall Division Wildflower Program in the state of North Carolina. The commissioners’ remarks included, “Your hard work and tireless efforts bring Surry County great honor and acclaim.”

Left to Right: Chris Southard, Travis Chrisawn, and Wayne Atkins being honored for the Best Overall Division Wildflower Program in NC in 2016.

Over 130 varieties are planted across North Carolina, and local favorites include Red Poppy, Zinnia, Cosmos, Coreopsis, Rocket Larkspur, Orange Daylily, and Hybrid Sunflowers. When we see the Red Poppies blooming, they have a special meaning. They are planted by our dedicated NCDOT crews in memory of servicemen and women killed during World War I and commemorating the centennial anniversary. A poem written by John McCrae, “In Flanders Field,” speaks to the Red Poppies growing near the graves of fallen comrades. Our NCDOT Division 11, headquartered in North Wilkesboro, includes the counties of Alleghany, Ashe, Caldwell, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yadkin. The person responsible for the 70 acres in 30 beds is Chris Southard, an 18-year NCDOT veteran and 5-year wildflower specialist. His duties include planning, cultivating, fertilizing, planting, 24 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

Chris says, “Working with the wildflowers brings me great happiness. I can be creative in the selection of varieties planted and look forward to seeing how the colors complement one another. Bright orange, red, and yellow do best. We choose highly visible bed sites to please the traveling public and take great pride in the beds. My favorite beds are on I-77 between Exits 93 (Dobson) and 85 (Elkin) where we feature Orange Zinnia and Red Poppy. I enjoy the opportunity to showcase District 11.” Funding for the $1,500,000 annual budget comes from revenue generated by the sale of personalized license plates and from private donations. In April of 2015, Bayer CropScience donated $100,000 to add 46 additional acres for roadside pollinator plantings. Bee-attractant vegetation such as wildflower beds promote honey bee population development and support crop pollination. Bayer CEO Jim Blome said, “This down payment will help establish new habitat for honey bees that will allow them to flourish as they continue to play a critical role in creating sustainable agriculture.” Bayer calls the initiative “Feed A Bee” and their goal is to plant forage in all 50 states by the end of 2018. NC Agriculture, a $78 billion industry, is significantly enhanced by the Wildflower Pollinator Habitat. Farmers need

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honeybees, butterflies, and moths for pollination that turns flower to fruit and promotes consistent yields for vegetables, fruits, berries, and other crops. Up to one third of food produced is directly attributed to the work of pollinators. Standing beside a bed, one is inspired by the activity of bees and butterflies. Our wildflowers beautify our highways, help sustain our agriculture, celebrate our state’s nationwide program prominence, and bring significant recognition to our Division 11 associates. * * * Download a free PDF guide to the roadside wildflowers here: https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/environmental/ wildflower/Documents/ncdot-wildflower-booklet.pdf

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Fall Right Off the Parkway

a worldwide audience. Beginning at 7:00 p.m., each fall Friday, listeners might enjoy the music of old-time and bluegrass legends or the latest up-and-coming group. Take a little detour from your Blue Ridge Parkway drive and visit the land of music—Galax, Virginia. For more information about all the area has to offer, call 276-238-8130 or visit www.VisitGalax.com .

This is a great season to “fall” right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and land in Galax, Virginia. There’s a wealth of interesting things to see and do in this Southwest Virginia community. Visitors will find an abundance of outdoor recreation for all fitness levels, delicious local flavor restaurants, a variety of opportunities to learn about traditional artisan craftsmanship as well as more old-time and bluegrass music than your toes can keep up with. Here’s one example of a great venue where you can experience authentic music in a historic atmosphere. Every Friday night, 100,000 watts of heritage in the form of old-time and bluegrass music is broadcasted live from the historic stage of the Rex Theater. As a cooperative effort of the City of Galax and local radio station, WBRF 98.1 FM, “Blue Ridge Back Roads” is heard throughout Virginia and neighboring states and is streamed live via the Internet to

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Pop-tober! by Carmen Long

Ballgames and sporting events, whether at home or away, often involve popcorn. There is just something about the delicious smell of fresh popped popcorn to make an occasion more fun. If popcorn is one of your favorite snacks, you are not alone as each man, woman, and child in the US consumes approximately 42 quarts a year. October is National Popcorn Popping Month. Use this recipe from North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Med Instead of Meds curriculum to make a whole grain treat to enjoy at your next event. While your corn is popping, test your popcorn knowledge with the facts (see below) from the National Popcorn Board. Making fresh popcorn on your stove-top is delicious and surprisingly simple! All you need is a large pan or pot with a lid and some popcorn kernels. Homemade popcorn can even be made in advance to have on hand for later. Flavor your popcorn to your liking – some favorite flavor combinations include: • paprika, black pepper, and salt • oregano, thyme, parsley, black pepper, and salt • shredded parmesan and black pepper • cinnamon and nutmeg Pop, season and enjoy!

HOMEMADE POPCORN Serves 4 Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil • 2 tablespoons popcorn kernels – about enough to cover the bottom of your sauce pot with one layer of kernels. (Popping kernels grow more than you’d expect during cooking, so if you’re unsure whether you’ll have enough room in your pot for all the popped corn, start with fewer kernels.) • Herbs and spices to taste

Directions 1. Put a medium sauce pot on high heat. Coat the bottom of the pot with a thin layer of oil. Add three popcorn kernels and put a lid on the pot. 2. Once one or more of the kernels have popped, cover the bottom of the pot with a single layer of the remaining popcorn kernels and replace the lid. 3. Gently shake the pot over the heat source to prevent the kernels from burning. Continue shaking until most kernels have popped. 4. Turn off the heat and continue to shake for a few seconds to pop any final kernels. 5. To season popcorn, choose your preferred flavor combination (see suggestions above). To help herbs and spices stick, drizzle 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil over the popcorn, toss, season, and then toss again. (Med Tip: Season your popcorn while it’s still warm so it will better absorb oil and spices.) Nutrition information • • • • • • • • •

Serving Size: about 1 cup of popcorn Vegetables: 0 cups Fruits: 0 cups Calories: 131 calories Carbohydrates: 5 grams Fiber: 1 gram Protein: 1 gram Fat: 12 grams Sodium: 156 mg

Test Your Knowledge Myth: Popcorn is junk food. Fact: Popcorn is a whole grain, which makes it a good carb choice. Whole grains contain fiber, providing the roughage needed in a daily diet. Popcorn has no artificial additives or preservatives and is sugar-free. Myth: Popcorn contains gluten. Fact: Popcorn does not contain wheat, rye, or barley gluten— the types of gluten most associated with gluten disorders. Many people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or wheat allergies can enjoy this wholesome, healthful snack. Note: Other ingredients in ready-to-eat or microwave popcorn may contain gluten, so consumers should read labels carefully if they are concerned; however, the popcorn kernel itself does not contain wheat, rye, or barley gluten. Myth: Popcorn is GMO. Fact: There has never been, nor is there currently, any Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) popcorn or popcorn seed for sale in the U.S. Further, the Popcorn Board is not aware of any GMO popcorn or popcorn seed available for sale in international markets. For more great recipes and information visit www.popcorn.org. SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 27

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24th Annual Hillbilly Comedy & Variety Show Saturday, October 20 at 7:00 pm Alleghany Community Auditorium 450 N. Main Street Sparta, N.C.

Advance tickets are $8.00 for adults, $10.00 at the door. Children 6 – 12 years old are $3.00, Children under 6 years old are admitted FREE Refreshments to be served by the Alleghany High School Exceptional Children’s class. Join us for an evening of music, comedy, and impersonations with a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and more. Like us on FaceBook at Hillbilly Comedy and Variety Show/Possum Hunt or contact 336-372-7284 Mon-Thurs for Tickets

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hen you are outdoors all day enjoying your favorite sporting pastime, the result can be a hearty appetite. This chocolate cake is very filling and quite satisfying on a cool fall day. The secret ingredient for making this dense cake is the olive oil. The ganache frosting is the perfect topping because it is less sweet than regular frosting. I added the meringue ghosts, well, just because it is that time of year!

minutes until thick and creamy. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the cooled cocoa mixture until it’s well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. 6. Bake in the center of the oven on the middle rack for 55 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs clinging to it but with no wet batter. Let cool for a few minutes. Then run a thin knife around the inside edge of pan to release the cake. Turn the cake out on a cooling rack and discard the paper liner. Cool completely.

Ingredients for Ganache Frosting • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate drops or chopped chocolate • ½ cup heavy cream • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) Directions for Ganache Frosting 1. Heat the cream in a saucepan or in the microwave, until the mixture begins to steam, just before boiling temperature. 2. Pour hot cream over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes. Add vanilla extract, if desired. Stir until smooth. 3. Pour warm ganache over the cake. Reheat for a few seconds in the microwave if ganache thickens too much as you work.

OLIVE OIL CAKE WITH GANACHE FROSTING Ingredients for Cake • Olive oil and cocoa powder for the pan • ½ cup Dutch-processed (dark) cocoa powder • 1 tsp. vanilla extract • ½ tsp. almond extract • 1 cup all-purpose flour • ¼ tsp. salt • ¼ tsp. baking soda • 3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk, at room temperature • ⅔ cup olive oil, light for baking • 1-⅓ cups sugar Directions for Cake 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Oil an 8×2-inch round cake pan with olive oil and line the bottom of the pan with a roundcut parchment paper the size of the pan. Oil the paper and dust pan lightly with cocoa. 2. In a microwave bowl, boil ½ cup of water. Meanwhile, sift the cocoa powder into a bowl. Stir 6 tablespoons of the boiling water into the cocoa until it’s smooth and glossy. Add extra water if needed. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. Set aside to cool. 3. In another small bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and baking soda and set aside. 4. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the eggs and yolk, olive oil, and sugar. Beat on medium-high speed 2-3

Ingredients for Ghost Meringues • 4 egg whites, room temperature • ½ tsp of cream of tartar • 1 cup of sugar • 1 tube of black decorating icing gel • Candy eyes (optional) Directions for Ghost Meringues 1. Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Place parchment paper on a baking sheet and spray with non-stick cooking spray. 2. Using a mixer with whisk attachment, beat egg whites on medium speed until they become foamy. 3. Add cream of tartar and continue to beat. 4. Add sugar one tablespoon at a time while beating. 5. Increase the speed to medium high and beat until stiff peaks form. 6. Place the meringue mixture into a piping bag with a large round tip, and pipe onto parchment paper to make a ghost shape about 2 inches tall. Press down and lift up to create layered stacks for each ghost. Experiment with shapes. If you have to start over, scrape up the meringue and place back in mixer to beat again to stiffen. 7. Bake ghosts for about 1 hour. 8. Turn off oven and cool ghosts in oven until they turn hard. This can take a few hours. 9. Add candy eyes with icing gel or draw your own with the black gel. 10. Place meringue ghosts on top of cake just before serving. Olive oil cake recipe adapted from Fine Cooking. SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 29

all the rest Find out how a harmless prank entangles two college kids with a serial killer as we move to the next installment of A DEEPER CUT, a novel of suspense and forgiveness by Mt. Airy author Sheri Wren Haymore. ey, let me in!” Someone pounding on the hull of his yacht brought Jack Franklin from reverie. When he looked out, there stood Miki with her skirt clinging about her legs, her face illuminated by light from within the boat.

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He kept his voice low, distinct, hard as steel. “What do you want? And why do you think I can provide it?” When she didn’t respond, he continued, “I can be your innkeeper. I can be your friend.” His words came slower, like a man talking to his lover. “I can be your teacher.”

She did stand, then, and so did he. “My point is, whatever it will take to fill that dissatisfied void in you, I will not be your dealer.” She seemed “I can’t believe I did this,” she exclaimed as he motioned for her to come aboard. She seemed chagrined, almost laughing, almost angry. to relax, but he did not. “If you want to get wasted somewhere else and come here to sleep it off, I can do She shook her skirt. “Oh, man, I’m dripping everywhere. Do you that. There is much I am willing to do for you.” She looked into his have anything dry?” eyes, her face tilted up. “But I will not be your dealer.” With that, Wordlessly, he stepped into the stateroom and returned with he moved past her. “I’m going to bed. You do as you like.” the terry robe she had worn before. She took it with a laughing, And he left her standing alone in the robe, wind and rain and “Thanks,” and moved out of view, not quite sliding the compartment door closed. Jack had not spoken, and he settled back lightning outside. and lit a cigarette, staring at her moving shadow. * * * “What a storm!” she was saying through the opening. “Hunter’s friends’ party broke up early, but I wanted to find something to do besides sleep, you know? I didn’t realize it was raining so hard until it was too late to turn back. I was going to get soaked either way.” She slid the door open, and her shadow merged with her figure, casually wrapped in the robe. “Thanks for letting me in.” He said nothing as she stepped closer. “Hey, I’m sorry about Hunter tonight. He’s, well, he’s . . .”

Hunter was alone on his sofa, rain still falling. Something about the gray day caused him to think of his uncle, and he zapped his stereo louder, filling his head with noise enough to squeeze out Uncle Donald. One leg draped over the back of the sofa, keeping time with the music, one forearm covering his eyes, he did not realize someone else was in the room until she plopped on the floor beside him. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw a flash of red curls, and he started to laugh.

“He’s a boy.” Jack dismissed the subject with one word.

“You’re a brave woman, Amy, you know that?”

Neither spoke again as she settled opposite him, running her fingers through her hair, sending droplets of water flying. “Am I interrupting something?” she finally asked.

“Why?”

“There’s a murderer loose, Miki. The harbor is no place for you at this hour.”

“Actually, Granny Jen told me to come on up.”

Shrugging off the implication, she said, “How about you? Aren’t you afraid to be here?” Without changing expression, he slid open a drawer beneath the table, flashed a .38 revolver, and returned it to the drawer. The gun was only in view for a breath of time, but its presence sharpened the room. “I’m ready for him,” he stated, and his voice was as clear a threat as the gun.

“Between Granny Jen, Miki, and my current mood, you are treading dangerous territory.” “Huh. Who would have ever thought?” “And your moods never mean anything, Hunter. So explain to me about you and Miki.” “I wish somebody would explain it to me.” He zapped the music off and sat up abruptly. “Now, what if you had caught me naked?” he teased.

“Wouldn’t be the first time, would it?” Her eyes were mischievous, and he grinned, anticipating. “Remember the time we got in a “I thought he was only after drug dealers.” Whatever casualness she water hose fight, and your granny hollered for you not to get your might have been trying to achieve was swallowed by the hardness of new shorts muddy?” his stare. “So I stripped off everything I was wearing. My shorts stayed clean, “Why are you here, Miki Stone?” he finally asked. and I beat you, too, didn’t I? Admit it; you were terrified of my little There was a defiant tilt to her head, a narrowing of her eyes. naked self.” “You’re bored with your boy. You’re bored with this town. You want “Ha! I couldn’t aim for laughing. And explain why you’ve refused something. What is it?” my demands for a rematch for fifteen years.” She started to stand. The hand he put out did not touch her, but “Probably has something to do with having to pull weeds every day stopped her nevertheless. for the rest of that summer.” “I can be many things for you, Miki.” Rain was slapping the boat. Her laugh was hearty for such a little body. She looked around. 30 • SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue

all the rest “You know, I haven’t been up here since we were kids. This place could use a coat of paint.” He stood and pretended to haul her up by her curls. “Maybe you’re what I’ve been missing all summer. What’s your favorite color?” “Green.” “Might clash with my blue window.” “You mean you’re actually going to paint?” “Sure. Why not? You did just say you would help, didn’t you?” “Not exactly.” “Sure you did.” “Lord, Hunter, you never change.” “That’s up for debate. So what color are we painting?” asked Hunter. “If it were mine, I’d paint these three walls white and that one wall with no windows something bright, like coral. But Granny Jen may not go for that.” “She won’t care.” He stood in the center of the room and surveyed his domain, hands on his hips. “Man, this is going to be a job. Why are you making me do this?” “Me? I . . .” Amy sputtered. “How much does paint cost, anyway? I’m on a budget.” “Just charge it to your granny.” “No. Let’s charge it to your dad,” said Hunter. “He won’t know the difference. He’ll just think your mom went on another decorating spree.” “Tell you what. You pay for the paint, and I’ll supply the rollers and stuff from Mom’s stash.” “Deal.” Hunter stuck out his hand to shake on it. “I wish I knew precisely at what point I managed to volunteer for this.” They were both laughing when they stepped out on the landing. Crossing the yard below them, Miki stopped short and looked up at them. “Hey, Babe, where’ve you been?” Hunter’s voice was casual. She looked at him with a rare desperation in her eyes. “Come with us. We’re boldly going where this man has never gone before.” “To the paint store,” put in Amy. “How domestic.” Miki turned toward the house. They started down the steps. “Really, come on. It’ll take two interior decorators to keep me colorfully coordinated.” She smiled briefly. “No, thanks. I’m really wiped. I’ll catch you later.” And Miki walked to the house without a backward glance. “Go talk to her. I think something’s wrong,” said Amy when the screen door banged behind Miki.

“Nah. I have a mission to complete.” He jumped in his Jeep and motioned for her to follow. With one more look at the door, she climbed in. “To seek out new life and new paint colors,” he quipped as he cranked up. * * * Inside, Miki sank to the floor, head on her knees, shoulders shaking. Her hands were clutching her hair, and she did not seem to hear Granny Jen approach. “I wish with all my heart I could get down on the floor with you,” said Granny Jen. Miki jumped and tossed her hair back, quickly wiping her cheeks. Shoulders back and chin up, her body posture changed from pitiful to defiant; her eyes dared Granny Jen to speak again. But she did speak. Slowly, she lowered herself into a nearby chair and said, “What’s wrong, child? You can’t be spending all those tears on Hunter.” Miki stared at her blankly. “You don’t like me, do you?” she finally asked. Granny Jen sighed. “You perplex and confuse me, and I don’t understand you. But I do care about you a great deal.” “Why?” “Perhaps I have been blessed with a caring heart.” A long time passed as Miki looked at the floor. Her features softened. “If you had any idea of the crap I’ve gotten myself into, you would be more than perplexed. The easy part, I’ll try to explain. I just wanted to talk to Hunter so bad, you know? And there he was laughing, and I knew it wasn’t a good time. And somehow—” she leaned her head back against the wall and spoke to the ceiling— “somehow I don’t think there will be a good time again.” “Why not?” Jen prodded. “He and I were so . . . together . . . back at school. This place has pulled us apart.” “No it hasn’t.” There came that defiant angle of the chin again; the blue eyes narrowed. “Shh. Just let me say this.” Granny Jen blew out a breath and proceeded carefully. “I think there is a great emptiness inside you and Hunter, and you reach for each other and maybe some narcotics to try and fill it.” Miki eyed her suspiciously. “As long as you keep reaching, you think, ‘Maybe this is happiness. Maybe I’ll be satisfied.’ But here in this place, you see Hunter realizing that somewhere close by is something that will truly satisfy him, and that makes your emptiness even more acute.” Miki stood abruptly. “I have no idea what you’re talking about, but if it has something to do with Amy, you are so far wrong you’re not even on this planet.” “It has nothing to do with Amy. But your heart knows, as Hunter’s does, that the things of this world dissolve quickly and leave a bad SURRY LIVING Oct. 2018 Issue • 31

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Sheri Wren Haymore lives near Mt. Airy with her husband, Clyde, and has been scribbling her entire life. A DEEPER CUT is her second novel. To read the next installment in the book, pick up your latest edition of Surry Living Magazine. You can find A DEEPER CUT at Pages in Mt. Airy, Chapters in Galax or at your favorite online bookseller.

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