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Norfolk States New WoMens Center
Deirdre W. Sanderlin Director WoMens Economic Development Center Page 30
Sign up for a Weight Loss Challenge

Susan Martin Shaklee Independent Distributor Page 4
Reviewing Your Wealth Plan

Aaron U. Fenn Vice President Wells Fargo The Private Bank Page 12
Girl Scout 2012 Anniversary Calendars On Sale Now!

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Dr. Jenny L. Andrus Orthopaedic & Spine Center

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Women in Profile
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The holidays are here! And a new year is about to begin. And you know winter has officially begun because the ice rink is open at the Air & Space Center in Downtown Hampton! Yahoo! What a great way to spend time with the family. Our local professionals offer fantastic ways to look and feel your best during the holiday season. I hope youll heed their words as you read their articles. As you plan your gift lists, please shop locally. Especially check out the boutique shops in Downtown Hampton. Theres untapped treasure and oneof -a- kind gifts to be found. There are so many businesses offering quality products and services for you and your families that while its convenient to order online, its much more fun to wander through our local shops. As you ponder the meaning of the holidays, I hope you are able to give the gift of time or a donation to the many non-profits that are in the business of helping others throughout the whole year. The YWCA is collecting coats and toys for kids. The REACH Reading program is in need of new and used books. You can even buy a new calendar from the Girl Scouts to benefit that wonderful organization that prepares girls to become tomorrows leaders. Learn more ways to support and donate to these and other organizations in our Community Section. Reflecting on this past year, I am incredibly thankful for the contributing writers who continue to bring you informative and meaningful articles in each issue. They are at the top of their fields and have demonstrated their expertise to assist you with all of your health and wellness concerns, as well as your business and financial needs. Im also so appreciative of the talents of our hard-working staff. They are dedicated to bringing you a high quality publication each and every issue. And lastly, thank you to our readers, for the support and dedication youve shown to the Southeastern Virginia Womens Newspapers. Both The Southside Woman and The Peninsula Woman are growing with each and every issue. Our hope is that you learn and grow in some small new way every time you choose us. Keep your comments and suggestions coming! We truly value your opinion. Have a safe, relaxed and happy holiday and I wish you a prosperous New Year. Enjoy! Barb
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Table of Contents
Banking Community
Breast Cancer: Remission Accomplished ...................................28 Disabled American Vets Donation Bins .................................... 22 Downtown Hampton: Shopping, Dining, Beauty, Fitness.......... 32 Driving a Foodbank Truck ..........................................................38 Girl Scout Calendars Now On Sale .............................................23 Habitat Thrift Stores ..................................................................34 Holiday Events and Shows at MOCA ..........................................35 Norfolk States New WoMens Center .......................................30 Outdoor Ice Skating at the Air & Space Center ......................... 33 REACH: Reading Angel Trees .................................. ...................27 Stalking: Know It. Name It .........................................................26 VBSPCA: Its All About Love ......................................................29 World AIDS Day .......................... .............................................. 21 YWCAs Holiday Giving Wish List ................................................31
Home Medical Professionals

A Day in the Life: Orthopaedic Physican Assistant.......................5 Bon Secours Surgery Center .......................................................6 Restoring Sight in Ethiopia .........................................................14 Supplements: The Bad, The Good, The Rules ..............................7
A Perspective on Planning ...................................................... 12 Do It Yourself? ......................................................................... 16
Personal Development Power of the Paper Real Estate
Transforming Businesses ..........................................................17 Welcome to Southeastern Virginia Womens Newspapers........39 Costa Rica Condos for sale......................................................... 13
Education
Spanish in America ...................................................................15
Travel
Colonial Christmas Camels........................................................ 37
Gifts Health and Wellness Healthy Eating
Website
The Southside Woman on the Internet .....................................40
Childrens Books ........................................................................19 Original Art & Nautical Gifts ..................................................... 18 Meet Eight Local Women..................................................... 24,25 Tray Table ...................................................................................20 Free RX Prescription Card ....................................................10, 11 Shaklee Weight Loss Competition ............................................. 4
Women in Profile
Sweet and Savory Tartlets ......................................................8, 9
On the Cover Dr. Jenny L. Andrus of the Orthopaedic & Spine Center in one of the exam rooms at the Port Warwick facility.
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Health and Wellness

Shaklee Cinch Weight Loss Success Story
no sugars, bad carbohydrates or beef. And he added back in the Shaklee supplements that hed long since stopped taking. His goal was to weigh 200 pounds - a loss of 100 pounds which he achieved eight months into his health program.
Written by Susan Martin Independent Distributor
magine being a 44-year-old male, 5 8 , 300 pounds, blood pressure through the roof, cholesterol in the high 400s; this was J. W. Bailey a year and a half ago. In his own words, he was a walking train wreck. To add to the challenge, J.W. took a cocktail of bipolar disorder medications that made him ravenous. A former smoker, he was fed up with being overweight and unhealthy and asked his mother, Maggie Biondo, a Shaklee distributor, for help. Maggie was introduced to Shaklee twenty-four years earlier indirectly through her chiropractor, who recommended natural and organic supplements. Her father was an organic gardener - way ahead of his time - so she was well aware of the importance of safe, natural foods. This background knowledge and her research led her to Shaklee. Maggie credits Shaklee supplements with keeping her as Maggie Biondo healthy as she is, in spite of health challenges, which would have seriously affected the quality of her life. One of the most frustrating challenges for Maggie was that family can be very resistant to healthy changes, and this was true with J. W. In the early 80s, he was in a motorcycle accident that put him in a cast for more than a year. Doctors said hed be lucky if he walked again and if he did, it would be with a cane. Maggie force fed him Shaklee supplements and today, he not only walks, but without a cane or a limp. Fast forward to a year and a half ago, when J. W. had had enough of his current situation. He started with exercise first - walking three miles a day, seven days a week. He got up earlier and gradually increased his walks to ten miles a day, seven days a week. His joints hurt, he had blisters on his feet, and he wore out many pairs of shoes from the inside out. His eating pattern was one meal a day, basically a Thanksgiving feast. He changed to several small, healthy meals a day of chicken, fish, lots of salads,
J.W. in April 2010, approximately 275 pounds
At that point, he added in the Shaklee Cinch weight loss products of healthy protein shakes and snack bars, and lost another 40 pounds. Today, J.W. maintains a lean 158-160 pounds, rides his bike 45 minutes to an hour daily - a distance of twenty miles! And his energy is through the roof. He emphasizes there is NO magic bullet. It is NOT easy physically or emotionally; it is simply a matter of choices. He credits his mother who encouraged him and feels he could not have done it as well without her. The tools were there all along; he just had to make the choice to use them. As a result, J.W. became the poster child for Shaklee Cinch weight loss in Hampton Roads. Today, J. W. speaks at the kickoff for each Shaklee Cinch Weight Loss Competition and other special events. J.W. is an inspiration with his dogged determination and honesty. His motto is Just do it! If you have been inspired by his story and would like to get healthier or know someone who would, please join the next Shaklee Cinch Weight Loss Competition. The 4th Shaklee Cinch Weight Loss Competition Kick-off and information meeting will be Tuesday,
J.W. today, weighing 158 pounds.
January 10th, 2012 at 6:30 pm. The location is the Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3229 MacDonald Road, Virginia Beach, 23464 (off Indian River Road, near Military Highway). The program lasts 12 weeks and teams of 4 are the most successful way to compete. Individual competitors are welcome, as well as those out of area since the meetings are also online. There are weekly prizes and each member of the winning team wins a 7-night vacation to the destination of her/his choice. (Additional perk: resorts often can accommodate several people.) If you would like to talk to J.W., Maggie or me, please contact me at 757-467-3952 or email me at mermaid4@cox.net.
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Shaklee specializes in natural health and prevention, and is proud of their heritage of 50+ years of research, leadership, and product innovation. Weve always been in the wellness business, and Shaklee products are guaranteed to work! Shaklee offers over 300 unique, patented, and effective natural products, which are proven effective in achieving optimal health. Shaklees high-profile clients include: NASA; the U.S. Olympic Teams (21 medals in Vancouver!); the Daedalus Project (72 mile human powered flight); and many more. Our environmental products have been used worldwide, (including Jacques Cousteaus ships), and are currently used in both the White House and Vice-Presidents residences. Time Magazine and Oprah Winfrey have both selected our Get Clean products as their Best Products of the Year.
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Medical Professionals
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Supplements: The Bad, The Good, The Rules of the Road
rate, in order to remove it from the market. What this means is that manufacturers of supplements have no obligation under the law to test their products for contaminants such as lead, arsenic, mercury or pesticides. So it should be no surprise that a 2010 U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found trace amounts of at least one of these contaminants in 93% of the dietary supplements it tested. The Good News: There is research to show that the careful use of dietary supplements can offset the decline in nutrient content of our food and prevent or treat disease. A recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine suggests that 90% of type 2 diabetes is preventable. It has been proven that adequate intake of folic acid prevents birth defects. Calcium and vitamin D supplementation can protect against bone loss. There is convincing evidence that the omega fatty acids in fish oils lower cholesterol and may protect against cardiovascular disease. There are safe and effective supplements out there if you know where to look, and the latest research shows that you can positively influence your health through quality nutritional supplements. The Rules of the Road: Ask questions! Choice of supplement products often makes the difference between a positive nutritional effect and an intolerable side effect. Make an informed decision about the product based on scientific evidence showing the product is pure, potent, safe and effective. Not many companies spend the money to ensure the purity and potency of their product, let alone the efficacy. When you find a reputable company that has evidence to support their products, stick with them. This is often the hardest part of the decision process. Read the label. Be aware that many supplements come from natural sources, but natural doesnt mean pure or safe. Since there are no high level regulations governing supplements,
Written by Janet Wilms, R.Ph., MBA
Ask Q ue Read t stions! he lab Discus el. s your supple with y ments our he althca re team.
the terms certified or verified dont have a universal definition and no one investigates these claims. The term proprietary blend implies multiple herbal ingredients have been combined in that product. Each ingredient should be identified on the label. Discuss your supplements with your healthcare team. This allows for complete, integrated healthcare and can help identify potential drug-supplement interactions or duplications of treatments. It may also help prevent unwanted side effects or complications with other medical procedures and tests. While some health issues require extensive treatment plans and the use of technology, many of todays health concerns stem from poor nutritional choices associated with our standard American diet and a lack of exercise. Supplementation can be a very beneficial health option and offer tremendous results when chosen wisely.
A licensed pharmacist, Janet Wilms R.Ph., MBA has over 18 years experience in the healthcare field. Prior to establishing Care Coordination Specialists LLC in 2008, Janet practiced pharmacy throughout the MidAtlantic with direct experience in retail, hospital and home care settings. She has also worked as a Pharmacy Services Manager for drug policy development for one of the largest health insurance providers in the country. Janet has been proudly affiliated with the Shaklee Corporation since 2008.
ince our bodies cannot make all the vitamins necessary for good health, we must get them from the food we eat and the supplements we chose to use. Dietary supplements cover broad categories which include vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, weight loss products and other substances intended to improve and enhance your diet. With so many dietary supplements available and so many claims made about their health benefits, how can the average person decide what's safe and effective? A recent national survey found over half of Americans had used some form of dietary supplement within the last 30 days. The question remains, Was it the right product? The Bad News: Buyer Beware! Federal laws governing supplements are very different than those applicable to prescription drugs. Under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, the burden of proof and standards of evidence and safety required of a dietary supplement are the opposite of what is required of pharmaceutical drugs. A drug manufacturer is required to prove to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) both the safety and efficacy of their product using rigorous clinical trials. In contrast, its the FDA or DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) that must prove a dietary supplement is unsafe, contains a prescription product or controlled substance, or that the products label is inaccu-
Healthy Eating
Whether sweet or savory, tiny tartlets are so easy, so delicious, so perfect for holiday entertaining
Written by Nancy Monaghan Food Editor We started using Athens mini phyllo cups as soon as we discovered them a few years ago. They are perfect for quick bites, they dress up everyday ingredients, and they look delectable on serving platters. Here we offer two of our own favorite recipes, for Cheesy Strawberry and Mushroom and Onion. The rest were provided by Athens, makers of mini phyllo cups. A treasure trove of phyllo recipes, both for the mini shells and the standard phyllo dough, can be found on their website www.athensfoods.com. One mini phyllo cup has just 35 calories and less than two grams of fat. All you need to fill them can probably be found in your own recipe files for appetizers and desserts, things you can convert to filling these delectable little vessels. As you can see, even a standard shrimp cocktail can enjoy reincarnation as a tartlet! These ready-made tartlets come in a box of 15, just right for a plate of snacks to pass when friends stop by during the holidays. Most of these recipes make enough filling for one box of tart shells. If you need more, just double the recipe as we did for the Mushroom and Onion and the Cheesy Strawberry.
Avocado, Corn and Jalapenos

15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) 2 large avocados 8 oz cream cheese 1 tbsp pickled jalapenos 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 can sweet corn kernels Salt and pepper to taste Let the cream cheese soften to room temperature (or soften briefly in the microwave). In a medium bowl, mix together the cheese, avocados, jalapenos and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Use a Ziploc bag to pipe mixture into the shells, and garnish the top with a few kernels of corn.
Carmelized Onion and Goat Cheese

2 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1/4 tsp nutmeg Salt and pepper 4 oz goat cheese 1 egg yolk 2 tbsp Greek yogurt 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat olive oil in a skillet over low heat, add onion and saut 20 to 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are beginning to brown. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper and set aside to cool. Combine goat cheese, egg and yogurt. Spoon goat cheese mixture into the shells and bake until set, about 15 minutes. Top each tartlet with a bit of the carmelized onion mixture.
Mushroom and Onion Tartlets

30 mini phyllo shells (2 boxes) 8 oz baby portobello mushrooms (about 12 mushrooms) 1 tbs butter 1 tbs olive oil 1 medium shallot, minced (about 3 tbsp) 3-4 tbsp Madeira wine or dry sherry 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 3 tbsp grated Swiss cheese (plus another tbsp or so for tops) 3-4 tbsp bread crumbs 1/2 tsp dried tarragon 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper 2-3 scallions, white and pale green parts, chopped Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wipe dirt off mushrooms and chop finely. Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet, add shallots and saute about three minutes. Add mushrooms, saute until everything's soft and cooked through, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add wine and cook down til liquid is almost evaporated. Take mixture off heat. Add cheese, bread crumbs, tarragon and parsley and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into phyllo cups and place on a cookie sheet. Put a tiny pinch of swiss cheese on top and bake for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted. Remove from oven, sprinkle tops with chopped scallions
Salsa and Black Bean

1/2 cup thick and chunky style salsa, drained cup canned black beans, drained 1 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese 1 tsp taco seasoning mix 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) In a small bowl combine salsa, beans, cheese and taco seasoning and mix well. Spoon one rounded teaspoon of filling into each phyllo shell.
A few other savory ideas

Simple egg salad topped with fresh snipped chives Fill shells halfway with reduced-fat Neufchatel cheese, top with habanero or jalapeno jam Puree cooked sweet potato and add chopped dates
15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Cocktail sauce 15 medium cooked shrimp Fresh dill for garnish
Shrimp Cocktail
Spoon one teaspoon of prepared cocktail sauce into each shell, add one cooked shrimp, tail up, and garnish with a sprig of dill.
Healthy Eating
Cheesy Strawberry Tartlets
6 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese such as Neufchatel cup fat-free sour cream - tsp fresh ginger paste (optional) 3 tbsp confectioners sugar 12 fresh strawberries Pinch of sugar 2 boxes mini phyllo cups (30) Let cream cheese soften to room temperature. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and ginger paste until smooth and creamy. Dice strawberries, sprinkle with a pinch of sugar and let set for 15 or 20 minutes for the juices to release. Put about one teaspoon of the cheese mixture in each shell and top with a bit of the strawberry mixture. Note: Ginger paste is available in small jars in most grocery stores produce departments. You could also use a dash of dried ginger or finely grated fresh ginger. If you want to skip it, a pinch of lemon zest added to the strawberries will also provide a nice complement.
Tiramisu
1 tbsp Kahlua 1 tsp instant coffee powder 1 tsp water 2 tsp sugar 2/3 cup mascarpone or softened cream cheese 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Cocoa powder for garnish Combine Kahlua, coffee, water and sugar in a small bowl, stir until sugar is dissolved. Add cream cheese and blend thoroughly, chill for one hour. Spoon or pipe two teaspoons of filling into each shell so the filling comes above the rim of the shell as into a cone shape, garnish with a pinch of cocoa powder
Key Lime
cup softened cream cheese cup sweetened condensed milk 2 tbsp fresh lime juice tsp lime zest 2 thin slices of lime for garnish 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Combine cream cheese and milk in a small bowl. Mix until light and fluffy. Add lime juice and zest, mix thoroughly and chill for one hour. Spoon or pipe two teaspoons of filling into each shell, filling above the rim shaped into a cone at the top. Cut each lime slice into eight pieces, garnish each shell with one lime piece.
Blueberry Cream Swirls

1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1 tbsp confectioners sugar 1/3 cup fat-free blueberry yogurt 1/3 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Combine sour cream and powdered sugar. Spoon one teaspoon of rhe sour cream mixture and one teaspoon of the blueberry mixture, side by side, into each shell. With the tip of a knife, gently stir the sour cream and yogurt to make a swirled pattern (do not overmix). Top with a few blueberries.
Vanilla Pudding and Fruit

cup reduced-fat vanilla pudding 2 tbsp canned crushed pineapple, drained 2 tbsp small diced strawberries 1 kiwi, peeled, sliced and cut into 8 small wedges 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) In a small bowl combine pudding, pineapple and strawberries. Chill for one hour. Spoon one rounded teaspoon of filling into each shell, top with one or two wedges of the kiwi.
Light Bites
1 8-oz can light fruit cocktail, drained cup reduced-fat cottage cheese 15 mini phyllo shells (1 box) Combine cottage cheese and fruit cocktail in a small bowl. Spoon one rounded teaspoon of the mixture into each shell. If desired, add a dash of ground ginger or a sprinkling of wheat germ or several sunflower seeds
A few other sweet ideas.

Saute some diced apples sprinkled with a little brown sugar and cinammon in a tiny bit of bu ter. Top with a pinch of finely chopped pecans or crushed gingersnaps Saute a little chopped banana with a sprinkle of brown sugar. Fill cups halfway with fat-free or sugar-free chocolate pudding and top with bananas Mix fat-free vanilla yogurt with chopped dates or figs
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A Perspective on Planning: Consider these top 10 planning issues

can offset capital gains and improve the overall tax circumstance of your portfolio. If you have made long-term capital gains in these positions, you may find that these assets have embedded tax liabilities. You may want to consider these assets as part of a gifting strategy to transfer wealth to family members. Working with a financial planner will help you create a strategy for evaluating your assets and provide professional assistance in dealing with changes.
Banking
Presented by Aaron U. Fenn Vice President Private Banker Norfolk, VA

potent combination of an uncertain economic outlook and a changing tax environment suggests that now is an ideal time to review your wealth plan. There can be little doubt that 2009 ushered in an era of profound change. Adjustment to this new dynamic alongside any possible alterations in your personal circumstances is likely to necessitate a thorough evaluation of your current circumstances, your future aspirations, your feelings about the financial markets and your family dynamics.
Action Items
Make a record of any changes that may have taken place in your personal life over the past year that could have an impact on your wealth plan. Think about your goals, be the lifestyle goals for a comfortable retirement, saving to pay a child or grandchilds college tuition or gifting to a favorite charity. Have these goals changed?
5. Consider Gifting. If you have considered gifting as part of your wealth transfer strategy and have the fortitude, now may be a good time to do it, Ridge asserts. A transfer of depreciated assets may have positive tax advantages, allowing your beneficiary to potentially benefit from a tax-free gain should asset prices rebound. We suggest discussing the merits of gifting different types of assets with a wealth planning specialist to help you understand the pros and cons of such a strategy at this time. While gifting can be a good idea, Ridge reminds, you might need to be creative about what you give. Unprecedented low interest rates, and lower property and business valuations, make for an attractive opportunity to transfer shares of the family business to the next generationmaybe sooner than anticipated. This affords business owners more time to groom their successor and create a solid business succession plan. Successful business succession planning can help extend business viability beyond the second generation. 6. Look at Your Tax Situation. With a growing budget deficit and the expiration of the 2003 tax cuts, chances are that taxes are more likely to increase for high net worth families over the next couple of years rather than decrease. Florance suggests that, in view of the changing tax environment, it is sensible to sit down with your tax advisor to determine whether your estate plan has kept up with recent changes to the tax code and discuss any further adjustments you may want to make in anticipation of future changes in the tax code. For example, any estate or financial planning strategy over the last five years based on the assumption that assets will continue to appreciate, should be reviewed as a priority. There may be tax implications or opportunities for asset swamps with current depressed values. The Internal Revenue Service continues to look into discounting for minority interest loopholes for business and other such entities. Discounting as we know it may come to an end soon, so it is imperative to make tax planning a priority. 7. Revisit Your Insurance Strategy. It is important to ensure your policies do not lapse. Ridge prompts that its risky to depend solely on the agent who sold the policy to monitor the performance of this vehicle: if left unchecked, a vast majority of policies lapse due to inability to pay the escalated premiums required to maintain the original desired level of coverage. Additionally, health conditions may restrict the affordability of premiums if too much time has passed between policy reviews. A lapsed policy can have significant financial implications, so it is important to work with a financial planner who has the specialized skill to review the policy periodically for performance and whether the policy continues to meet your objectives. Instead of being an afterthought, you should review insurance alongside an overall wealth plan, as insurance offers income replacement, disability coverage and long-term care, as well as the potential for liquidity as a tax-efficient way to transfer your assets to heirs. As this economic environment has claimed many an insurance carrier, it is important to determine what insurance coverage is in place in addition to investigating the strength of the carrier. You may find that a majority of enforce illustrations are based on unrealistic former and future returns. Because insurance is designed not only to leverage assets but also to fill the financial and estate planning gap, you may find the gap is actually bigger and needs to be addressed in the same fashion as an investment portfoliowith a methodical process addressing the factors previously mentioned. 8. Identify Your Philanthropic Vision. Philanthropy isnt just about supporting causes you believe in; it teaches the next generation about how they can have an impact on the world, according to Florance. If there are causes and organizations that you value and want to support, start by taking stock of the assets you can give. Once you and your financial advisor know what you have to work with, you can develop a plan for distributing the asset to benefactors. More than ever, many worthy institutions are left without funding they have relied onboth from local and state agencies and also from wealthy benefactors who may have been targeted in so-called ponzi schemes. Time and experience also are valuable assets to
consider as part of your giving strategy, especially when financial contributions are not feasible due to market conditions. Ridge takes this a step further: We find many clients appreciate the bond they build alongside the younger generation when doing volunteer work. This is an activity that not only teaches the value of giving but actually role-models philanthropy. 9. Plan for Your Heirs. Just as your philanthropic endeavors reflect your values, so too does your transition of assets to heirs. Understand that your choiceswho receives an inheritance, when it occurs and what type of assets they will inheritall carry a message, Florance says. For instance, if you are a strong proponent of education, you may want to provide for all of your grandchildrens school tuition, he says. Begin the process by identifying who is in the best position to continue your vision, Florance says. As you make these vital decisions, remember that equal doesnt always mean fair. If, for example, someone has a special need, it may be fair for him or her to inherit more. 10. Have a Financial Checkup. Your wealth planner should empower you to make informed decisions about your estate. This is why its important to ask questions and insist on answers that help you understand the dynamics at work in and around your estate plan. You need to make time for that checkup every single year, Ridge says. Your planner should know your primary aspirations, your values, your charitable intent, the lifestyle you want to lead in retirement, and your legacy goals, because these are the factors that should guide your wealth plan. Your advisor should be a partner in all aspects of financial planning, so make sure he or she is upto-date on your financial situation and life goals. TPB Given the state of the economy, people are making concerted efforts to tighten their belts and may view financial planning as a luxury they should not indulge or may not feel it is important because their net worth is substantially lower. It is exactly these financial conditions that should prompt and spur the need to talk to an advisor to review the current needs and future goals. You may be surprised how a change in a saving pattern, asset allocation, gifting, insurance and planningto name a fewmay still allow you to achieve the goals established a few years ago. Your financial realities may have changed along with the markets, but the concepts of investing and wealth planning havent changed, reflects Florance. Achieving your financial and life goals still begins by knowing what youre passionate about, and continues with a strategy to realize your vision.
Originally printed in Your Legacy magazine, Winter 2009 issue by Tara Remiasz who is a Chicagobased editor and writer. This information is provided for educational purposes only. Wells Fargo & Company and its affiliates do not provide legal advice. Please consult with your legal advisors to determine how this information may apply to your own situation. Whether any planned tax result is realized by you depends on the specific facts of your situation at the time your tax preparer submits your return. Asset allocation and diversification do not assure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. Wells Fargo Wealth Management provides products and services through Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and its various affiliates and subsidiaries. 2009 Wells Fargo & Company. All rights reserved.
Where should you start? We suggest that you may want to consider the following 10 important issues:
1. Evaluate Liquidity and Cash Flow. Having a cash cushion large enough to cover 6-12 months of expenses has always been a key to financial health, according to Ronald Florance, CFA, director of asset allocation and strategy for Wells Fargo Private Bank. However, in the wake of the 2008 market crash, many people have chosen to increase the amount of cash or cash equivalent investments that they hold to an even greater extent. If you have sufficient cash or cash equivalents to cover all contingencies, you are more likely to stick to your long-term financial plan during market fluctuations. Its really about how much liquidity you need to sleep well at night in a market environment such as this, Florance says. However, it is also worth remembering that the return that you are getting from your cash holdings may be lower than the rate of inflation. Moreover, you may still have similar financial goals to those you had before the market correction, so it is important to meet with your wealth advisor to determine a suitable balance between cash and cash equivalent investments and other assets in your portfolio. In addition to your cash holdings you may want to consider the source of your income streama pension, rental property, etc.and whether it is still capable of meeting your needs. The credit crisis and mortgage meltdown have left many investors with empty buildings and little chance for refinancing. This comes at a time when returns from other investments can no longer sustain monthly financial obligationsselling in this environment also poses unique challenges. If you discover that your income stream is not adequate to meet your day-today cash flow requirements, you may want to make some adjustments to your portfolio as well as establish rescue plans for existing financial and estate planning strategies which may fail if left unattended. 2. Define Your Goals. Once youve taken stock of where your finances are, its important to identify your aspirations. Life changesand even financial onescan impact your priorities, so even if youve defined your goals in the past, take the time to revisit them. One of the most important things about those goals is your time horizon, Florance reveals. Identifying your goals and a reasonable timeline for accomplishing them will help determine your tolerance for risk when investing. Marketing surveys have indicated lifestyle impact has been cited as the biggest concern for many clients as they delay retirement or are forced into returning to work in a retracted workforce.1 Priorities certainly have shifted, and many people need help with a dialogue around options. 3. Visualize Your Retirement. In addition to identifying your goals, you should define the life you want to lead in retirement. Start by pinpointing your primary motivation for retiring, such as starting a hobby or spending time with family. Retirement is the ending phase of one career, but it could be the beginning of another, says Teresa Ridge, a senior wealth management director for Wells Fargo Private Bank. Once you understand your vision for retirement, it is easier to negotiate a balance between when you want to retire and the kind of lifestyle youd like to lead. A general rule of thumb recommended by Florance is that you can consume up to 4 percent of your assets per year without risking their ability to sustain the rest of your life. 4. Revisit Your Asset Allocation Strategy. We suggest that you re-evaluate your asset allocation taking into account any changes in your risk tolerance, return requirements, cash flow needs, tax exposure, time horizon and liquidity needs. If you have held assets for more than three to five years, consider whether they are still a good fit within your portfolio. Now may be a good time to rebalance, and take advantage of any capital losses that
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Spanish in America
grate to America. Additionally, the North American Free Trade Agreement has contributed to the increased business dealings between the U.S. and Mexico, further accentuating the need for American businesses and their employees to know and use the Spanish language to attract customers.
Written by Stacey Kammerman CEO KAMMS World Wide
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o doubt you have noticed the increase of Spanish being spoken in cities from coast to coast. Its a fact that you cannot ignore. Another fact, many do ignore or may not know, is that Spanish predated English in arriving on the shores of America; for the last four centuries, the two languages have co-existed. How many Spanish-speakers live in the U.S.? There are over twenty primarily Spanish-speaking countries in the world, yet America is the largest Spanish-speaking community besides Mexico. According to the US Census Bureau, there are over 35 million people (age 5 and over) who use Spanish at home and over 45 million people who speak Spanish as their first or second language. It is currently the most common non-English language spoken in elementary schools, colleges, and universities in the U.S. Why so many Spanish-speakers? There are many reasons for the relatively recent and immense influx of Spanish-speakers; roughly 400,000 legally immigrate to America ever year. To begin with, much of the latest immigration started because of political instability in various countries, such as Cuba and Nicaragua. The U.S has developed programs to help these people immigrate to America in order to escape political oppression. Since Puerto Rico officially became a common wealth and its people became citizens of the U.S. in 1952, there are millions of Puerto Ricans (fluent in Spanish) who have migrated to the U.S. mainland, especially New York City. Interestingly, there is also a large population of Puerto Rican farm laborers and Mexican ranchers who have settled in Hawaii. They make up seven percent of the islands' population. Obviously, our proximity to Mexico is a contributing factor as to why so many Mexicans immiSoutheastern Virginia Womens Newspapers
What is the future of Spanish in America? There are continuous debates regarding the future of Spanish in the U.S. (and its threat to English as the countrys primary language), but there are some facts and historical examples we can use to hypothesis the languages fate.
English-speakers must continue to learn Spanish at school, work and in their community, as well. It will help them to communicate better with their fellow citizens and in many cases, allow them to achieve their American dream by expanding their knowledge and acquiring the asset of being bilingual. Remember, English and Spanish have co-existed in our country for more than for four hundred years. Its part of what makes this diverse country so great!
In 1751, Benjamin Franklin wrote an essay called Observations Concerning the Increase of ManStacey Kammerman is the founder and CEO of KAMMS World Wide. KAMMS is an international publisher and distributor of job-specific language learning audio and video programs that help kind, Peopling of Countries. He wrote the essay Spanish and English speakers immediately improve communication at work. Stacey brings over 10 years of language teaching experience and language acquisition research to address the growing concern that Germanto KAMMS Worldwide. She uses this extensive knowledge and experience to create the most effective, comprehensive and easy to use language programs on the market. Stacey is committed to Americans were not assimilating to the colonys ensuring excellence and accuracy in KAMMS job-specific language programs as well as providing exceptional customer service. culture and learning English. At the time, GerStacey graduated from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey earning a degree in Romance man-speaking immigrants outnumbered EnglishLanguages and Literatures and Latin American Studies. speakers three to one. Obviously, the Germans did assimilate and German did not become our The Most Affordable, Convenient & Effective Way primary language. to Learn Spanish for YOUR Job! Moreover, studies show that the large numbers of Spanish-speaking people in the U.S. is due to recent immigration (mid-late 1900s). The children and/or grandchildren of these immigrants will speak English. Most immigrant languages are lost by the third generation. We may see a large decrease in the use of the Spanish language in years to come. In the meantime Spanish-speakers of all ages must continue their efforts to learn English at school, work and in their community. They knowledge of English will help them and their children to assimilate and ultimately achieve their American dream. 15
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Is Do It Yourself Right for You?
Written by Jason Mclean Owner J-MAC Construction
ave you ever tried to take on a home improvement project? Did you soon realize it was going to take a lot more patience than you originally thought? Do it yourself (DIY) projects can be both fun and nerve racking. It can be fun to put hard work into your home, your own blood and sweat. However, once you get to tears you might want to call a professional. Besides, its their job to work through the tears. But if you decide DIY is something you want to try, or if its something you have done, here are some ideas that might make it a little easier on you and the ones nearby. Anyone can improve their home if they have the time, knowledge, tools, and patience.
Second floor deck - before and after
How many people have time to work on their house? Finding the time to put toward fixing up ones own house may be the biggest challenge. It is definitely something that needs to be planned for in advance. If you just wait and keep saying to yourself that the time isnt right, or you are waiting for a break in your schedule, then the time will never be right. This is what the weekends are for right? Well not everyone wants to work on the weekend, but it is easier if you mentally prepare yourself a few days before. And it depends on how valuable your time is. I know sometimes I would rather pay for convenience than take up more of my time. Splitting the task into two weekends is more desirable to some so you can salvage some down time. After you have made this decision, the next step is to gain the knowledge.
Find the Time
If the garbage disposal box doesnt have the tools required section, you can ask someone in that department of the store. I believe all you need for the garbage disposal installation is a screw driver, and a pair of channel locks; everything else should be included. Projects like this one are worth trying yourself since the tools required are minimal, the labor is minimal, and you can save yourself a couple hundred dollars. Some other projects that you can do with low cost are painting, insulating light switches and electrical outlets, changing door knobs, or changing the hardware out in a toilet tank. I know that last one seems like a job for a plumber, but again, the directions tell you step by step how to do it. The one thing that may still stand in your way is patience.
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vinyl, and hardi-board (cement composite), roofing, doors, windows, interior trim, kitchen cabinets, painting. We are also proficient in remodeling, drywall, wall and ceiling texture, and bath tubs. We are a Class B contractor, licensed and insured, and are a member of the Better Business Bureau. Oh and yes, we install garbage disposals too!
Something most people dont realize is that many projects offer step by step directions on the materials used for those projects. For example, if you want to change out your garbage disposal, write down the information on the side of the old one and buy a similar one. Then all you need to do is read the instructions thoroughly. They tell you step by step how to remove the old garbage disposal, and hook up the new one. It also helps to have someone handy to call on for any questions. You can call me at the number on this page if you try this project and run into any problems. I will be happy to help. The next thing you need to think about is the tools you will need.
Gain the knowledge
In order to accomplish home improvement tasks one virtue you cannot escape is patience. I am sure every professional in any field has experienced frustration on the job to the point where they felt like quitting. Someone famous once said if you become angry count backward from ten. If you become very angry, curse! When quitting is not an option, one must exercise patience. I find that taking snack breaks are helpful; they take your mind off your project for a few minutes and raise your blood sugar level. Or you can do whatever methods you have come up with at work.
Patience is a virtue
Now that you have accomplished one task, you can decide if DIY is for you. If not, you can call J-MAC Construction Services to the rescue. Our employees have a combined 30 years experience. We specialize in home wraps which include aluminum,
Is Do It Yourself right for you? If not, call J-MAC!
Jason Mclean 757-650-9973 ja3rdson@gmail.com

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Gifts Share your love of reading with a child

Written by Lynn Armstrong Coffin Book Publisher ACD inc.
Fish Out of Water, Ants in My Pants, Frog in My Throat
ASTRONAUT ALPHABET ANT
ALLIGATOR APPLE ALIEN
DANCING
DOLL
Teach your child the alphabet, from an Astronaut with an Alien to a Zebra in a Zeppelin. Or help them learn to count from One Dancing Doll to a Zillion Shinning Stars. ACDs colorfully illustrated Educational Set with its
engaging pages of letters and numbers will have them laughing and learning at the same time. Each book contains an activity sheet in the back so your child can practice his or her new skill. I fell in love with the art of the Childrens book after the birth of my son. I would buy books to read to him by the quality of the illustrations and soon realized that illustrating childrens books was something I could do. It was a perfect fit with my art background and has developed into a real passion. After my first books were published by Random House in 1991 I was hooked and have been creating ever since.
hese are just a few of the wacky and whimsical Idioms illustrated in my new release, Idioms on the Loose. Whether you are four years old or 80 you will enjoy the humor and silly drawings in this wonderful book of Idioms in the English language. Hunt for the narrator hidden on each page as you try to understand their strange meanings. As owner of ACDinc., Armstrong Coffin Design, I am happy to announce the release of four new titles for young readers. These books are a great addition to your childs first library as they encourage your child to find hidden objects, recite the alphabet, count or decifer the meaning of a phrase. They teach while entertaining and are perfect for reading with your child. Teachers will find these books to be an especially good resource as they are perfect for pre school through the first few grades. I even have an Italian teacher who uses Idioms on the Loose in her adult language class.
Inspiring the love of reading can never being too soon. It will be one of the most important gifts you give your child.
Lynn Armstrong Coffin is a professionally trained illustrator who began her career in Graphic Design. She has spent more than 30 years in the commercial advertising field creating art for companies from Tropicanna to GNC, First National Bank to Barnies Coffee & Tea, to name just a few. She has now returned to the Childrens Book field and is committed to providing quality, entertaing and educational books for young readers.
Find the fly who buzzes through each colorful page in OUT TO WALK, a beautiful contemporary version of a Mother Goose Nursery Rhyme. You will find yourself and your child sharing enjoyable time together while exploring the pages and even learning the rhyme.
Childrens Book s Visit www.armstrongcoffin.com

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Written By Erin Zabel Director of Marketing and Public Relations
orld AIDS Day is December 1, reminding us of the absolute importance of getting regularly tested for HIV. Planned Parenthood, in conjunction with the Urban League and the Virginia Beach health department, held two free testing events in honor of the day, at our center on Newtown Road and our center in Hampton. Routine screening for other STIs, such as Gonorrhea, Chlamydia and Syphilis are also highly recommended, as any undiagnosed STI can put someone at greater risk of contracting HIV. Although the public awareness campaigns on HIV have lessened since the 1990s, HIV continues to be prevalent in the U.S., particularly among specific populations and in certain areas of the country. According to the CDC, our area of Virginia actually has the highest rate of people living with HIV in the state. Currently, African-Americans are disproportionately affected by HIV, making up 62 percent of new diagnoses in 2009. African American men who have sex with men (MSM) are particularly at risk; black MSM ages 13 to 24 had a 93 percent increase in HIV diagnoses between 2001 and 2006. Between 2006-2009, new HIV cases among black MSM ages 13 to 29 increased 48 percent. According to the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP), many MSM, particularly black MSM and young MSM are unaware of their HIV status and unknowingly may transmit the virus to others. A recent study found that 71 percent of HIV-positive black MSM younger than 30 did not know their status. Recent CDC analysis also found that HIV-positive, black MSM are half as likely to be on antiretrovirals (ARV) therapy as their white counterparts; people on ARV have lower viral loads and are less likely to transmit the virus. While this is a huge problem among men, women are also suffering from HIV infection. The CDC estimated that the number of newly infected women in the U.S. increased from 2004-2007. It is estimated that 290,000 women above the age of 15 are living with HIV or AIDS in the U.S. The main way in which women get infected with HIV in the U.S. is through heterosexual sex, which accounts for around 72 percent of female HIV infections. The other main transmission route among women is through intravenous drug use, which accounts for 26 percent of HIV infections. African-
American and Hispanic women account for 80 percent of HIV/AIDS cases in the U.S., even though they represent less than one fourth of all women. Generally in the Western world, the epidemic has had a disproportionate affect on minority women as well as female immigrants and refugees. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, many women with HIV are low-income and have important family responsibilities potentially complicating the management of their illness. Research suggests that HIV-positive women have more difficulty accessing care and experience disparities in access, relative to men.
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and to keep their viral load as low as possible, lowering the chances of transmitting the virus to others. The best way to prevent an HIV infection is proper and consistent latex condom use. Condoms are available for free at Planned Parenthood health centers and the health department, and are available for purchase at almost every drug store, grocery store and gas station. For more information, testing and other resources regarding HIV, please visit: Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Virginia 757-499-PLAN (7526) www.ppsev.org ACCESS AIDS Care 757-640-0929 www.accessaids.org Tidewater AIDS Community Taskforce (TACT) 757-583-1317 www.theaidsfund.org The Urban League of Hampton Roads 757-627-0864 www.ulhr.org
Erin Zabel is the director of marketing and public relations for PPSEV. She can be reached at 309-4834 or marketing@ppsev.org.
HIV/AIDS and Women: the Facts

There are approximately 1.1 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the U.S., including at least 290,000 women In 2009, there were 11,200 new HIV infections and 8,879 AIDS diagnoses among women There were 4,377 deaths among women with AIDS in 2008 Black women accounted for 64% of estimated AIDS diagnoses among women aged 13 and older in 2009, but accounted for only 12% of the population Latinas aged 13 and older accounted for 18% of estimated AIDS diagnoses, but accounted for only 14% of the population The AIDS rate of diagnoses for black women in 2009 was 23 times the rate for white women Medicaid is a critical source of coverage for people with HIV/AIDS The CDC recommends routine HIV screening for all adults ages 13-64 and routine screening for those at high-risk at least annually. Luckily, we have many options for testing here in Hampton Roads. Most places will now do a rapid test for HIV, where they swab your cheek and give you results within 20-30 minutes. However, a positive rapid test still requires a confirmatory blood test, as other immune disorders, like Lupus, could trigger a false positive. Once someone has gotten a positive test, it is very important to get into a treatment regimen as quickly as possible to preserve their health
Planned Parenthood is here for you with high-quality, personal care at an affordable cost! For annual exams, birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, STI testing, Rapid HIV testing, the Essure procedure and more!
Call us at 499-PLAN (7526)! Text ppsev to 97063 for all our latest info!
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your customers - Promote recycling efforts and keep unnecessary waste out of landfills - Hassle free- no contracts - FREE retail advertising to direct our customers to your locations (optional) The Proceeds from the Sale of Collected Donations: - Support the Local Chapters of the Disabled American Veterans - Assist Veterans with Special Needs - Support the Local Veterans Affairs Hospitals - Support other Local Charities (ex. The ARC of the Peninsula, Southside and Peninsula Foodbanks) Areas Serviced: Gloucester, Williamsburg/Toano, York County, Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Smithfield You can visit our website (www.davthrift.org) to find out more. Check out the "ABOUT US" and "PRESS RELEASES" pages to find out how much the results of these bins can help the community. Also, search the DONATION BIN LOCATOR (pictured below) to see who is currently participating near you! Have your church, business, or community association contact us today with any questions and get started giving back to those who served and the community! Program Director: Spencer Long Phone-757-810-3548 Email- email@davthrift.org
he Disabled American Veterans Thrift Stores are seeking local businesses, communities, and organizations to participate in their clothing donation bin hosting program! The Disabled American Veterans Thrift Stores rely on donations to be able to operate successfully and raise money for the Disabled American Veterans. We are seeking partners in the community to help collect by hosting donation bins on their property at no hassle. The colorful bins are 44W x 46.6D x 76H and can be placed in a parking lot, on the sidewalk, or on a grass curb. They are picked up as needed by our fleet of truck drivers to keep the area free of debris and clutter. Our courteous and professional staff is also there to assist you every step of the way. Program benefits: - Generate goodwill in your community and with
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a member of Job's Daughters. There were the usual dance and music classes, along with a period in Girl Scouts. "I can still remember the smell of the room at Miles Memorial Methodist Church where our Girl Scout troop met," she said. "Our meetings would always begin with the Girl Scout Promise and Law. A camping trip to Camp Apaus was one of the highlights of my first year in Girl Scouting. I liked it, but like most things I would stay just long enough for my mom to buy the full dance outfit or Girl Scout uniform, and then I would want to try something else. What I really loved, and what I really stayed with, was photography. It was something I shared with my dad." Jeannie is thrilled with the result. "My dad always wanted me to do whatever made me happy," she said. "This makes me happy." Jeanie is also carrying on her dad's legacy of volunteerism. She has served as president of the state's professional photographer's association and takes time out of her business schedule to give tours and workshops to Girl Scout troops. This year, Jeannie Hobbs she volunteered her services to help create a calendar for the Girl Scout Council of Colonial - a calendar to help the council mark the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts nationwide. The women photographed for the calendar are all former Girl Scouts and leaders in the greater Hampton Roads community. Among them are former Virginia Beach Mayor Meyera Oberndorf and U.S. Navy Captain Mary Jackson, the first
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4th Annual All proceeds will provide program opportunities for Girl Scouts. Participating Restaurants * The Broken Egg Bistro Fin Seafood Gordon Biersch McCormick & Schmicks The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center Nawab Indian Cuisine Where the nest chefs in Hampton Roads will create original desserts and appetizers using No Frill Grill Girl Scout Cookies as key ingredients. Network and enjoy an evening with friends while sampling delectable, Rowenas one-of-a-kind cookie creations. The evening will include live music, hors doeuvres, an auction, and The Lucky Star at the Westin Virginia Beach complimentary champagne. Single ticket is $60, $100 for two. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Town Center gsccc.org or contact the Development Ofce at (757) 548-9438. Twisted Sisters
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eannie Hobbs doesn't have time to waste. She's a mom of two preschoolers and owner of Hobb's Photography Studios in Chesapeake. Until last year, she was a co-owner with her dad Bruce Hobbs, a prominent photographer in the area who was also well known for his talent, philanthropy, and as an all-around good guy. Jeanie lost her dad and business partner last June when he suffered a fatal stroke. These days, Jeannie is making sure the business is solid and that she carries on the good name of Hobbs with her own talent and her own interest in making a difference. This award-winning photographer is busier than ever, despite the economy and the demands that come with being a working mom. Jeannie says she learned a lot from her father both in business and with life. He helped her to see the beauty of the world all around - through the lens and without the lens. She was introduced to photography as a child. "It wasn't intentional," Jeannie said. "My mom worked, and dad had to pick me and my brother up from school. It was too early to take us home, so he took us to the photo lab where he worked. For a little girl who was five, seeing the print come alive in a bath of liquids was pure magic." She received her first camera soon after those visits, and there was seldom a time she didn't have a camera with her. By freshman year of high school, she was the photographer for the school year-book. The next year she became its photographer and editor. Jeanie remembers experimenting with other interests while growing up. She spent several years as Southeastern Virginia Womens Newspapers
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female commanding officer of the Norfolk Naval Air Station. "I'm impressed with Girl Scouting and what they are doing today," Jeannie said. "My grandmother was a Girl Scout in Troop 1 in Norfolk. I don't have my handbook, but somehow that one has survived. I know she would be impressed too, and happy that I'm able to help them out." If you wish to purchase an anniversary calendar or to find out how you can become involved in Girl Scouts, visit www.gsccc.org or call them at 547-4405. [Find GSCCC on Facebook]<http://www.facebook.com/pages/Girl-Scout-Council-of-ColonialCoast/92075869203?ref=nf> [Follow GSCCC on Twitter] <http://www.twitter.com/GSCCC>
Marcella Germanotta Communications Director Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast A Place for Girls 912 Cedar Rd., Chesapeake, VA 23322 757-547-4405 ext. 1258; direct 549-0836; fax757-547-1872 marcyg@ gsccc.org
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Women in Profile Tonia S. Yocum

Tonia S. Yocum, PA-C, was born in Charleston, WV and grew-up in Teays Valley, WV. Upon graduating as a Physician Assistant from Alderson-Broaddus College in Philippi, WV, she started working as a PA at Mount Vernon Hospital in Alexandria, VA. Her husband was soon transferred for work, so she moved with him to Japan for several years. In 2001, her family returned from Japan to live in Virginia. In 2002, Tonia began working for Dr. Jeffrey Carlson at Orthopaedic and Spine Center in Newport News ,VA as an Orthopaedic PA, specializing in spine surgery. Tonia resides in Williamsburg and has been happily married to her husband Chalmer for 15 years. They have a 10 year old son, Clee, and a Rhodesian Ridgeback named Deuce. The family enjoys travel, hiking, fishing, gardening and pretty much any outdoor activity you can name. Tonia quips that she also makes an excellent golf caddy for her son! The phone number at the Orthopaedic and Spine Ce757-596-1900 or visit the website at www.osc-ortho.com
Jessica Lehmann
Jessica Lehmann recently became the Executive Director for Reading Enriches All Children (REACH). While serving as a Board Member Jessica fell in love with the immense heart of this small yet mighty organization. She enjoyed living in the Ghent area for over two years and recently became a resident of Willoughby to experience the bay life. Jessicas career has spanned a variety of organizations in the non-profit field starting at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center (Charlotte, NC) in their Development Department. Knowing that she wanted to stay in non-profit, her career goal was to find one whose mission matched her values and life experience. REACH fights for that which is dearest to her. Jessicas love of reading was instilled in her from an early age by her librarian mother and imaginative father who created original bedtime stories. She looks forward to sharing her passion with the volunteers, Board of Directors, fellow staff, and the community as they all work together to help support the literacy needs of homeless and at-risk youth in the Hampton Roads area.
Deirdre W. Sanderlin
Deirdre W. Sanderlin is the Director of the newly created WoMens Economic Development Center (WEDC) at Norfolk State University. Mrs. Sanderlin is a native of Norfolk, VA and is married to the Basketball guru, Coach Darren A. Sanderlin. Deirdre describes herself as a merchant of hope for the low in spirit echoing the message everything is possible if you believe! She holds two degrees from Norfolk State University; a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Urban Studies and a Masters of Arts Degree in Urban Education. She has completed post graduate coursework in Organizational Leadership and plans to complete her PhD in that area. Deirdre has worked in the helping profession for over 20 years. Her new charge at the WoMens Economic Development Center will certainly create fertile ground for Deirdre to make a crucial impact in the Southside community.
Edie Fischer
Edie Fischer, E-RYT 500, was first introduced to Hot Yoga in the late 90s during a business trip to San Francisco. She fell in love with the physical and spiritual benefits of the practice. Edie felt the calling to teach. In the summer of 2006, she attended Jimmy Barkans Yoga teacher training program in Fort Lauderdale and received her Hot Yoga certification. After working 20 years as a Senior Corporate Manager she decided to pursue her passion as a yoga teacher and in 2007 opened Hot Yoga & Massage Studio, in Newport News, VA.
Edie brings her knowledge, compassion, and love of yoga to her community. Her focus is in technique, alignments, and modifications allowing each practitioner to experience yoga with success. Edies passion for yoga is evident in the way she lives her life, teaches, and inspires others. Contact Edie at 757-223-9642 or visit her website at www.hotyogamassage.com
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Women in Profile Gayla Black-Guishard

Gayla has spent her entire lifetime advocating for adults and children in various healthcare settings and now brings that strong sense of advocacy to her position as Provider Relations Coordinator for Hospice of Virginia, one of the largest hospice care providers in the United States . Her goal is to educate the community about the benefits of hospice services. Prior to coming to Hospice of Virginia, Gayla worked in mental health for over 15 years, as well as in Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Home Healthcare. She finds that advocating for hospice care for patients is most rewarding because the Hospice Care Benefit allows you to address not only the patient, but also their family and significant others. A graduate of Shenandoah University, Gaya is married to Marlon and together, they have 3 children, Nigel and twin girls, Ashley and Alecia. When not enjoying time spent with her family, Gayla plays with her dogs, listens to music, and gardens. (Organic) After traveling for years with her husband who is now retired from the Air Force, she and her family settled back down in Smithfield, where Gayla was born and raised.
Christina Gonzalez-Wilson
Christina Gonzalez-Wilson grew up as a military dependent whose father was in the Air Force and retired at Langley Air Force Base. After graduating from Peninsula Catholic High School she attended Christopher Newport University and obtained degrees in both Nursing and Biology. After CNU she attended Virginia Commonwealth University where she obtained a Masters degree as a Womens Health Nurse Practitioner. In January 2012, Christina will begin attending Old Dominion University to complete her doctorate degree in Nursing. She has served the women of the peninsula with great compassion for seven years. Christina is married, with two children ages four and seven. Her husband of twelve years is a certified Honda motorcycle mechanic and grew up in Williamsburg, where they reside today. Christina enjoys spending time with her kids, reading and the beach. The family enjoys motorcycling and four wheeling on the 80 acres of land owned by Davids grandmother.
Betty Nealy Lewis

For Betty Nealy Lewis, owner of Boutique She-She, lifes been anything but boring. Reared in Aberdeen, MD youngest of five children, what Lewis wanted was to be gone. After earning a BS in Business Management from Hampton Institute she began a career with the IBM Corporation. Eleven years later she enlisted into the US Army. My family though I was crazy; I was bored. Distinguishing herself as a military public affairs specialist, she is acknowledged as the first women housed in the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Lewis, who holds the MA in Museum Studies, project managed the merchandising start-ups for both the Virginia Air and Space Center; and NAUTICUS in Norfolk. The rest, she said, is history. Lewis has one son, shares four grandchildren, a great-grand- daughter and a high-strung Saluki Hound with her husband James. Voted 2011 Best Womens Boutiques by Hampton Roads Magazine readers, Boutique She-She is located at 22 S King St, in Downtown Hampton. Phone her at 757-727-0072, email at boutiqueshe_she@verizon.net or visit her website at www.bsheshe.com.
Lisa Marie Samaha

Dentistry is not only Dr Samahas mission; it is her ministry. It is truly what she was born to do and with each opportunity to care for a patient, she believes her life is truly enriched. Lisa Maries interest in dentistry blossomed with her first introduction at her dentist dads elbow, by the age of 5. Her passion for her profession hasnt stopped growing since. There is no question that she is doing what she is meant to be doing. is There is no question that she doing what she is meant to be Creating beautiful smiles isnt her doing. only artistic outlet, though. As a little girl, she always loved to draw and create with her hands, and in 1991, she took her first art class. From that day on, she knew that she would never stop painting. Lisa Marie is proud to be an award-winning artist, but more importantly she is proud that her artistic perspective and talents are able to be utilized in the care of her patients every day. Dentistry offers the perfect harmony between art and science and it certainly has Dr Samaha by the heart. Developing trusting relationships with her patients is the very best part of it all!
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January is National Stalking Awareness Month. How Much Do You Know?
Stalking: Know it. Name it. Stop it.
Stalking is a dangerous crime, one that is prosecuted in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Territories. In more than half of those states, a second offense is a felony. While the general population may not realize the need to take stalking seriously, domestic violence advocates do. We know that three out of four women who were killed by an intimate partner were also stalked in the year prior to their deaths. Over half of them reported the stalking to the police. Eighty-nine percent of women who were physically abused and later killed by an intimate partner were also stalked in the year prior to their deaths.3 Safety largely depends on knowing what stalking behaviors look like, recognizing the potential for danger, and reaching out for support. Samaritan House provides help for victims of stalking and can guide someone through the process of obtaining a protective order and designing a safety plan. Real-life stalking is different than movie plotlines. Learn more from the Stalking Resource Center at www.ncvc.org/ src or by calling 202-467-8700, or contact Samaritan House at 757-430-2120.
1. Katrina Baum et al, Stalking Victimization in the United States, (Washington, DC:BJS, 2009) 2. Joint Survey, National Institute of Justice, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Violence Against Women (April 1998) 3. Judith McFarlane et al., Stalking and Intimate Partner Femicide, Homicide Studies 3, no. 4 (1999)
Written by Larissa Sutherland Outreach and Education Coordinator
n the 1992 film, The Bodyguard, Whitney Houston plays a familiar role as a celebrity pop singer dealing with an often unfortunate side effect of fame; she is stalked by a menacing fan. Kevin Costner plays her bodyguard whose awareness of the real threat leads to extreme precautions that ultimately save her life. When most people think of stalking, celebrities and obsessed mentally ill fans quickly come to mind. For most of us, this is not a threat with which we personally identify. We tend to trivialize stalking, relegating it even into the realm of casual comic fodder when we say, Really, Im not stalking you after coincidentally encountering someone several times. But what is stalking? A good working definition is a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear. Lets look again at cinematic representations that elucidate our underlying social consciousness. There are those stalking films about celebrities and obsessed fans, and there are stalking films about lonely, envious characters who become obsessed with near strangers (One Hour Photo, The Hand that Rocks the Cradle, and Single White Female, for instance), but the genre really capitalizes on the films about intimate stalkers. First the femme fatale filmsPlay Misty for Me, Fatal Attraction, The Temp, Swimfan, Poison Ivy, and Obsessed are a few of the erotic thrillers that showcase women in the role of stalker. The basic plotline usually includes a brief sexual encounter between a man and a woman who then becomes obsessed with the object of her affection. Now lets look at the stalking films with male leads. Rather than categorize stalking men in the genre of erotic thriller, (an important distinction) these films tend to be about shear fearSleeping with the Enemy, Enough, and Fear are a few examples of stalking films that thrive on abject terror. The common thread in our cinematic representations? All of the stalkers die in the end. Its no wonder we collectively misunderstand stalking.
Someone who is stalking you may Follow you and show up wherever you are. Send unwanted gifts, letters, cards, texts, or e-mails. Damage your home, car, or other property. Monitor your phone calls or computer use. Use technology, like hidden cameras or global positioning systems (GPS), to track where you go. Drive by or hang out at your home, school, or work. Threaten to hurt you, your family, friends, or pets. Find out about you by using public records or online search services; hire investigators; go through your garbage; or contact friends, family, neighbors, or co-workers. Post information or spread rumors about you on the Internet, in a public place, or by word of mouth. Act in other ways that control, track, or frighten you. What to do if you are being stalked: If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Trust your instincts. Don't downplay the danger. If you feel you are unsafe, you probably are. Take threats seriously. Danger generally is higher when the stalker talks about suicide or murder, or when a victim tries to leave or end the relationship. Contact a crisis hotline (757-430-2120 Samaritan House) to speak to a victim advocate who can help you develop a safety plan, including things like changing your routine, arranging a place
to stay, and having a friend or relative go places with you. Also, decide in advance what to do if the stalker shows up at your home, work, school, or somewhere else. Tell people how they can help you. Don't communicate with the stalker or respond to attempts to contact you. Keep evidence of the stalking. When the stalker follows you or contacts you, write down the time, date, and place. Keep emails, text messages, phone messages, letters, or notes. Photograph anything of yours the stalker damages and any injuries the stalker causes. Ask witnesses to write down what they saw. Contact the police. Every state has stalking laws. The stalker may also have broken other laws by doing things like assaulting you or stealing or destroying your property. Consider getting a court order that tells the stalker to stay away from you. Tell family, friends, roommates, and co-workers about the stalking and seek their support. Tell security staff at your job or school. Ask them to help watch out for your safety.
Off of the silver screen, the reality is this. According to the Stalking Resource Center, part of the National Center for Victims of Crime, 3.4 million people are stalked every year in the United States.1 Clearly these are not all celebrities and most of them do not have a body guard. The victims are primarily women who are stalked by men (87% of victims identified that their stalkers were male).2 Thats one in 12 women who are stalked each year. Of female victims, 59% are stalked by a current or former intimate partner, and 81% of them experience a physical assault31% sexual.3 Only 10% of people are stalked by someone they dont know.
If you or someone you know needs help please call our 24 hour crisis hotline:
757-430-2120
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How you can help 365 days of the year
chandise or real estate (maximum of $437,500) during the tax year will also receive a 40 percent tax credit on their Virginia State Taxes. Donation much be made by 12/31/2011. Currently, tax deductible donations in any amount can be made by mailing a check payable to REACH and sent to: REACH 809 Brandon Ave., Suite 208 Norfolk, VA 23517 Or via PayPal on our website at www.reachreads.org. Contact reach@reachreads.org or call 757-627-4722 for more information. Send Books via AMAZON We use books in all our sessions and provide two free books to each child that attends a Read-Aloud. These are carefully selected to be high interest books for the kids. In addition, we list small office and crafting supplies that would be tremendously helpful. You can find our wish list on AMAZON.COM WISHLISTS. Donate your favorite childrens book for a child in need. Purchase from your favorite bookseller and please tell them about REACH. (We are trying to REACH as many booksellers as possible as well.) Workplace Contributions Contribute through the Combined Federal Campaign by designating CFC number 28672; Combined Virginia Campaign 5034; or through the United Way Campaign: REACH, INC Encourage your employer to participate, or request REACH as your Campaign Speaker. Wrap Books during the Winter Holidays Spend 2 hours wrapping gifts at local area book stores. You can select a shift at a book store participating this year. Consider creating teams of family, coworkers and friends. This is a perfect way for school age students to contribute. The Gift-wrapping for REACH Campaign was a huge success last year thanks to the extraordinary efforts of our bookstore partners at Barnes & Noble and our incredible Volunteers! Invite REACH to speak to your club, troop, sorority, fraternity, civic league or faith group. Please remember these book stores when you are making your book purchases and let them know how much their support means to REACH! Bargain Books, Wards Corner, Norfolk Barnes & Noble Macarthur Barnes & Noble Town Center Barnes & Noble Greenbrier Prince Books, Downtown Norfolk
Written by Jessica Lehmann Executive Director
s the New Year rolls inREACH out and help us make a difference in the lives of homeless and at-risk youth in our community. There are so many ways to help each and every day to support the literacy needs of these children. Reading Enriches All Children (REACH) is the only agency of its kind providing read aloud and literacy programming every week for children living in twelve local homeless and domestic violence shelters in South Hampton Roads. The need for our services is as strong today as when we were founded more than thirteen years ago by local educator, Kristin Hildum. We have expanded to now include our Growing Readers initiative that provides free lightly used books to area educators and programs serving kids who would not otherwise have books of their own. We have established book-give-away libraries at the shelters we serve along with over 100 schools, the Childrens Museum of Virginia and many faith based, social service and community programs that work with at risk children and youth.
Sponsor a Reading Angel Tree this Holiday Season The ultimate goal of the REACH Reading Angel program is to get new books into the hands of at risk children during the holiday season and throughout the year. A Reading Angel ornament is made for each child that includes a childs age and gender and details about the requested book or a book that is age appropriate. The ornaments are placed on holiday trees provided by sponsoring organizations. To find out how to display a Reading Angel Tree at your place of business or faith community, adopt Reading Angels or to locate a tree in your community, contact REACH at 757-627-4722 or email volunteer@reachreads.org. The Reading Angel tree is great for a Workplace, Community or Faith based Holiday Book Drive!!
Here are simple ways to assist and bring REACH into the New Year providing literacy programs to even more children:
Make a Tax-deductible Donation In the 2011 fiscal year we served 730 children in twelve shelters--accomplishing this with a staff of just two people, over 250 volunteers and a "wholelotta" penny-pinching. REACH will run all twelve programs and outreach activities in the community and at our shelters for less than $100,000 this year. Your generosity does make a HUGE difference! Ways to Help: NAP Tax Credits (Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credits) Individuals or married couples who donate a minimum of $500 to REACH in the form of cash or marketable securities (maximum of $50,000) during the tax year will receive a 40 percent tax credit on their Virginia State Taxes. Businesses that donate a minimum of $1,000 to REACH in cash, stock, mer-
Contact REACH at 757-627-4722, or Jordan Hall, Volunteer and Program Coordinator at volunteer@reachreads.org if you would like to assist our program as a gift wrapper, reader, or book runner.
REACH 809 Brandon Ave., Ste. 208 Norfolk, VA 23517 757-627-4722 www.reachreads.org
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Remission Accomplished: One Womans Journey with Cancer
learned about Hoxsey and suggested that she visit the clinic for a consultation. [Frequent A.R.E. speaker, Dr. Allen Chips, wrote about his positive experience using the Cayce/Hoxsey formula in his book, Killing Your Cancer without Killing Yourself and in a Venture Inward article, Mar/Apr 06 available at EdgarCayce. org/members.] I have the name of the doctor if youd like it? she said as she handed me a piece of paper with his name on it. Hes located in Richmond somewhere. I think I just stared for a while at this angel in disguise before I could speak. How do I thank you? I finally said. Ill follow-up on this right away I couldnt get off the phone fast enough to call Socheata and give her the information. She was as surprised as I had been and said she would call the office right away.
Written By Linda Caputi Virginia Beach

few years have gone by but Im still in awe at how my daughter-in-laws experience with breast cancer unfolded and how God arranged all the synchronicities. God and all her angels! Ever since I knew her, Socheata loved angels. Actually angels and anything purple. It made it easy to find her an appropriate gift for birthdays or special events. She also loved my son, which was a good thing because he loved her dearly. They married and soon had three children plus a growing business in Centreville, near Washington, D.C. Since I live in Virginia Beach and work at the A.R.E. Library, I dont get to see them often. But Socheata frequently sends pictures of the grandkids and sometimes even of the grandkids parents romping around as if they were the kids. However, one day my son called me at work, upset. Socheata had gone to her physician about a lump in her breast. She was only 32 years old. I called her as soon as possible and she told me she had had the lump for a few months but thought it was just a painful pulled muscle except it kept growing. Then one night she had a vivid dream. In the dream she was told she had cancer and that it might kill her. Without delaying any further, she called her doctor for an appointment the next morning. After a very uncomfortable needle biopsy, and a weeks wait, the results came back positive for cancer. Her doctor advised her she should begin with chemo right away and then within a few weeks have a mastectomy. But Socheata had thought things over seriously and knew chemo wasnt something she would do. A mastectomy . . . well maybe. There were many Cayce readings on various types of cancer, including breast cancer, but what impressed me the most with its simplicity was a tonic consisting of a few well-known herbs. Coincidentally, at an A.R.E. conference where Roger Bloom spoke, I learned that a man by the name of Harry Hoxsey (19011974) had put together such a formula and had been treating thousands of people successfully for cancer in his clinics from 1925 until 1960. [Roger Bloom is author of Cancer Medicine from Nature, The Herbal Cancer Formulas of Edgar Cayce and Harry Hoxsey.] Seventeen of these clinics were operating throughout the United States at one time before the American Medical Association through the FDA closed him down. Hoxsey sued and won but decided against reopening and facing further harassment. Instead his longtime nurse opened one last clinic in Tijuana, Mexico. Thankfully, that clinic, the Bio-Medical Center, is still operating today using the same herbs that Cayce recommended. [http://www.cancure.org/hoxsey_clinic.htm, Bio-Medical center, Tel: 011-52-664-684-90-11] A number of people Ive known had gone to the clinic and were healed of cancer prostate, Hodgkins lymphoma, ovarian and breast cancer (both women with breast cancer were advised that in their case a mastectomy would not be necessary). So when Socheata told me about her diagnosis, I shared with her what I had
To my great relief, she agreed, and within a few days Socheata and my son were on a flight to California. They would stay at a hotel in San Diego where most visitors to the clinic stayed, and the next morning be picked up by a van which would then take them (and any other new and repeat clients) for the 45 minute drive into Tijuana. At the end of the day, they would be taken back to their hotel by the same van, and that would complete their visit to the clinic. After the doctors consulted with each other as they do for each client, Socheata was told to start with the tonic for the time being, and in her particular case, arrange for a mastectomy as soon as possible. The tumor was large, attached to her chest wall and causing Socheata to be anemic. This wasnt what Socheata and my son wanted to hear but they appreciated what they had been told. They had also learned at the clinic that occasionally, in advanced cases, the doctors recommended low doses of chemotherapy if they felt it was called for in order to give a person the extra time for the tonic to work. But the doctors had not told Socheata to start chemo there was no way she would have anyway. Disappointed, my son and Socheata returned home. They had hoped surgery wouldnt be necessary, but that wasnt the clinics opinion. Socheata started on the Hoxsey tonic (and a number of supplements and diet the clinic recommended) but knew what she had to do if she wanted to live. She called her doctor for the name of a surgeon and set up an appointment. Thats when life got a hell of a lot more complicated. When she went for her appointment, the surgeon told her he wouldnt do a mastectomy without her first having chemo! Well, she thought, If he wont, Ill just find a surgeon who will. She called her regular doctor and asked for other referrals but he warned her that she was going to run into the same issue. They dont do a mastectomy without first doing chemo or radiation. Socheata called them all. And all said the same thing. More than a week or two had passed since their trip to the clinic by now. My son called at work and told me of their dilemma. They didnt know if Socheata would have to go to another country in order to find the right surgeon. Do it my way or you dont get it done, seemed to be the attitude. Very frustrating and stressful, to say the least. During the phone call, I had noticed a young woman standing nearby looking at some books. Now tentatively she walked over to me. I couldnt help but overhear your conversation just now. Maybe I can help. You see my mother had the same problem a few years ago when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She wanted a mastectomy but not everything else that came with it. She was going to use natural alternatives and change her diet, but wanted the tumor removed. Eventually she found a wonderful man who would do it.
Socheata
Later, after work, Socheata called me at home. They had made an appointment a couple of days away. They would travel to Richmond (about a three-hour drive) in the morning, see the surgeon, and be back in time for dinner. Socheata was going to Richmond but still wasnt completely sure about the mastectomy. Maybe it wasnt necessary and the herbal tonic could take care of the tumor? And then again, why go through the pain and expense of surgery if she would die anyway? Speaking about pain, let me digress for a moment: Socheata had been in pain for a couple of months by now, right where the tumor was located. Not unbearable, but painful nonetheless. However about four days after starting the tonic she told me that the pain had gone! (This was the second time I had heard about this effect. Another woman I met who had gone to the clinic with a recurrence of breast cancer after using conventional methods, was experiencing pain in her lymph nodes under her arm where it had spread. After about eight weeks the pain went away, as did the cancer eventually when she started taking the tonic and following the recommended healthy diet.) In any case, I prayed for Socheata to make the right decision for herself, whatever it was. They met and liked the surgeon who explained the procedure and what to expect before and afterwards. They decided to go ahead and schedule a date for the surgery, despite any reservations. They could always cancel if need be at least they had found a surgeon who would perform the mastectomy! Many more synchronicities occurred. More than enough to convince the most skeptical and to help Socheata come to peace with a disturbing decision that needed to be made. Socheata went ahead and had surgery, without incident. Today she is doing beautifully and discontinued taking the Hoxsey tonic last year, though she visits the clinic regularly.
Linda Caputi, a retired registered nurse, is on staff at the A.R.E. Library, and has been involved with the Cayce material for the last 25 years. She has researched, compiled and updated the Circulating Files on medical topics, and is the author of the book, Epilepsy Jodys Journey: An Inspiring True Story of Healing with the Edgar Cayce Remedies.
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Its All About Love at the Virginia Beach SPCA
to show every potential adopter why an older, healthy cat like HD makes an amazing addition to any household. HDs adoption day finally came mid-October, after being at the shelter for a few months. A nice couple came in looking for new cat, as they had recently lost theirs. After looking at a few specific cats they had seen on our website, they asked me about HD, as they had seen him when they first walked in. When I heard the woman say his name, my heart fluttered. Could this be it? From the moment he entered the visiting room, he showed them every bit of his personality, and they ended up falling in love just as hard as I did. As I handed over the adoption application, I couldnt help but tear up a little. I loved him, and there was nothing more perfect than seeing him off to a new chance at life, out of the shelter and into his new forever home. At the risk of sounding like your stereotypical crazy cat lady, I really love them all. Unfortunately, HD is one of many. When I say many, I truly mean it. Statistics have shown that approximately 8 million companion animals
Written By Shannon Phillips Virginia Beach SPCA Cattery Technician
hen I saw him, I knew there was something extra special about him. It could have been the eye contact, or maybe even the way he cuddled, but I knew from the moment I first laid eyes on him that I was going to fall in love. His name was HD, and as much as Id like to tell you that HD was a gorgeous man, he wasnt. HD was a cat, and he was in desperate need of a home to call his own. Homeless for the second time in two years, HD was turned into my place of employment, the Virginia Beach SPCA, due to a new family members allergy. He was everything youd ever want in a companion; affectionate, playful, a great listener and with a sense of humor that rivaled a comedian. Despite my consistency in showing HD to potential adopters, many people overlooked him because he was 10 years old. In my book, thats 10 years young! Indoor cats in good health can live double that, easily. Despite a few failed attempts, I made it a priority
The handsome and oh so lovable - HD.
are turned into U.S. shelters every year, and that roughly half of them dont end up finding homes. Whats so sad about this is that many of these animals were once cherished pets! Of course, spaying and neutering is key in combating this overpopulation problem, but another way to help is by finding your next companion at a local animal shelter. If youre entertaining the thought of adding a furry companion to your family, be sure to visit us at the Virginia Beach SPCA. From small animals to dogs and cats of all ages, we have it all! When you adopt from a shelter, you are saving a life, and your new companion will show immeasurable appreciation with a lifetime of love.
Visit the Virginia Beach SPCA on Saturday, December 17th from 10 am 5 pm to join Santa and his furry friends for our annual Home For The Holidays Open House.
Make sure your pet is Home for the Holidays with a HomeAgain microchip. Bring them in for our reduced cost microchip clinic. Get advice on your most pressing pet health and training questions at our Ask the Vet and Ask the Trainer sessions. Bring the kids to make crafts, visit with Santa, and enjoy holiday goodies and refreshments. Purchase last minute gifts from our vendors. Give the ultimate gift of a new home to a shelter animal with our adoption specials. 3040 Holland Road Virginia Beach 427-0070
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Norfolk State Universitys WoMens Economic Development Center (WEDC)
for granted) like housing, employment, insurance, education, etc. virtually nonexistent for lowincome women. In 2008, there were 8,247 low-income household members in the City of Norfolk. Of that total number of households, 90% of them are headed by single women. This prompted the vision and establishment of the center. The need for and the importance of launching a WoMens Economic Development Center (WEDC), was to address the array of economic, educational, physical and overall public health of a vulnerable population; low-income women. The partnership with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) made this initiative possible through a grant award earlier this year. This project was galvanized to remain academically and institutionally competitive and be a bridge for the underserved.
Written by Deirdre W. Sanderlin, M.A. Director
an you imagine the world without women? The resiliency of women goes beyond giving birth to children; women have bounced back time and time again only to give life to some of the most pivotal moments in history. Investing in women should be globally recognized not only as the right thing to do, but also the best thing to do. Significant evidence demonstrates that increases in womens income lead to astonishing improvements in their families health, nutrition and education. Enhancing the lives of women is not only a goal in itself, but it is essential for economic development.
Women are crucial contributors to the overall public health of society; The NSU WoMens Economic Development Center (WEDC) proposes to create an innovative forum in aiding women, particularly, low income women to realize their full potential; serving as a one-stop resource facilRecognizing the importance of women and the ity that will coach, encourage and train particicritical role they play in each of our lives, Norfolk pants as they maneuver through disjointed serState University and The Department of Housing vices and achieve economic independence. and Urban Development (HUD) have partnered Deirdre W. Sanderlin is the Director of the newly created WoMens Ecoto form a valuable tool to serve the community; nomic Development Center (WEDC) at Norfolk State University. Deirdre is an alumnus twice of Norfolk State University earning a Bachelor of The WoMens Economic Development Center Arts Degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Urban Studies and a Mas(WEDC). ters of Arts Degree in Urban Education. She has completed post graduate The center will integrate many of the women activities on campus with the ultimate objective to serve the low income communities that surround the university. The capitalized letter M in the formal name of the center is a friendly indication that men are welcome to participate in the activities. The initiative of the newly created WEDC is to increase womens economic capacity. Our mission is simply to improve self reliance amongst women, particularly low income women, through education, entrepreneurship and technology. The university is located in the heart of eight low income housing areas in the City of Norfolk. The barriers of education, skill level, child care, health disparities and the lack of funding make many everyday necessities (that many of us take Southeastern Virginia Womens Newspapers
coursework in Organizational Leadership and plans to complete her PhD in that area.
Call 757-823-2650 for workshops, applications and scholarship information
You can help us get started! WEDC WISH LIST Professional Volunteers Sponsorships Meaningful Partnerships Participants & Donations For more information please contact 757-823-2650
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700 Park Avenue Norfolk, Va. 23504
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Thank you for supporting the families at YWCA Women in Crisis this holiday season! Please remember that all gifts must be NEW and UNWRAPPED. Our parents enjoy having an active part in gift giving for their children and wrapping your donated items is a great way for them to be involved!For your convenience, we have included lists of suggested items organized by age group.
HOLIDAY GIVING WISH LIST 2011

For children ages 5-11:
Board or hand held games Dolls and Barbies (all races) Action Figures (Spiderman, Hulk, Batman) Arts and crafts projects (not sand) Disney or other childrens DVDs Balls (all sports) Hats and gloves Hannah Montana or Dora items Littlest Pet Shop items
For children ages 12-17:
Compact umbrellas and ponchos Personal CD players or boom box Kids Bop or Now Thats What I Call Music CDs Journals Perfume Movie Gift Certi cates Body lotions and sprays Costume watches and jewelry Board and hand held games Assorted DVDs Hats and gloves Wii games for shelter console Karaoke machine MP3 players, Bop It, Trivia games Slippers, bath robes, bath towels Coats, hats, and gloves Cloths of all sizes Outerwear
For Adults:
HOLIDAY GIVING WISH LIST 2011
Gift cards allow the parents to choose the best and most needed item for each family member and to ensure correct sizing and style (shoes and cloths) or ful ll a need that has not been met. Consider the following locations: Target. Wal-mart, Barnes and Noble, Major Department Stores, and Paylesss. Needs may also be met with Local Grocery Store gift cards, Gas cards, and Phone cards.
all donations can be brought to: 5215 Colley Avenue Facility.

This holiday season, the YWCA-South Hampton Roads would like to remind our community how important their support is. Your donations and nancial support reach us at a critical time. Our clients come from all walks of life, race, and gender. They often come to us alone, scared and in crisis. Our four key programs include services to help them transition to a better quality of life. They are: Women in Crisis domestic violence shelters and programs which provides victims with both in-shelter and out-of-shelter support services. The YWCA is the preeminent provider of services for victims of domestic violence in the country. Domestic violence crosses all socioeconomic, racial, age, and sexual orientation lines. It can happen to anyone. RESPONSE provides victim-centered services to survivors of sexual violence through the provision of options, referrals, and crisis counseling. All services are free and con dential. Services are provided in three locations: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Su olk. Crisis counselors provide support and advocacy during forensic collection exams, emergency room visits and legal and court proceedings. 24 hour hotline: (757) 622-4300. What you may not know about us: The holidays can often bring about feelings of loneliness and despair. We are here to help. We o er our entire community a ordable Counseling Services for a variety of issues (including divorce, depression, life adjustments, and anxiety). Licensed professional therapists are available to provide services for adults, children (ages 3+), couples, and families for an income-based fee(typically $25-$35 per hour). We also accept Medicaid. Please call 623-2115 to make an appointment. Please note, these services are open to everyone in our community. The most powerful message comes from the clients we have served; The YW gave me the tools and strength I needed to regain my independence and family stability. The YWCA saved my family. Connie is 8 years old and already a victim of domestic violence, having witnessed her mother being sexually assaulted in their home. Karen, Connies mother, knows what must be done but she has no job, no medical insurance, no family willing to help her, and a baby on the way. The YWCA was there for both of them, allowing them to be together while addressing their individual needs. Karen spent time in the womens shelter receiving counseling, nding strength to overcome her fears, and preparing to re-enter the workforce as a single mother. Meanwhile, Connie spent time in the shelters Childrens Center participating in art therapy, childrens discussion groups, daily tutoring, and playing. The YWCA helped Connie get the necessary medical care she needed. They helped Karen register her daughter at a new school and even introduced her to ice skating. Today, Karen and her children live in a new apartment. Karen is working, and the YWCAs Women in Crisis counselors check n with them regularly to make sure everything is going well, and helping them whenever necessary. Karens children attend YWCA-Kids! a licensed on-site before and after school care program at ve Norfolk Public Schools in low-moderate income communities. A ordable, accessible, quality child care is at the top of the critical needs list in our community according to the Planning Council and our programs are designed to serve the needs of children and working parents in underserved communities with few child care options. Through your support we are able to provide a sliding fee scale to keep fees a ordable for the low income working families we serve, 30% of which are military families. All programs are designed to support working parents and eliminate latch-key situations where children are left at home alone in self care at an early age.
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ecently while exploring the charming Pennsylvania town of New Hope, I passed through the nearby village of Washingtons Crossing, so named because it sits directly at the spot where, on Christmas Eve 1776, General George Washingtons army embarked on the historic nighttime attack across the Delaware River to surprise and defeat the British and Hessians at Trenton. It was a vital victory and turning point in the Revolution. On both sides of the river in that vicinity are fine parks worth visiting that commemorate the event. They are connected, conveniently and inevitably, by the Washington Crossing Bridge. While enjoying the parks, my thoughts turn toward the soldiers that bravely clambered into the boats that frigid evening to face an uncertain fate across the water. They were far from their families and homes, cold and scared, but determined to do their duty to their young country with loyalty and honor. After so many defeats, what were they thinking? Did they have time to write a last letter home? How many would endure to another bitter winter Christmas at Valley Forge one year later? Stroll the shore and contemplate the dark river filled with ice, and picture yourself at an oar. A few momentous years after the battle, in another holiday season, the victorious general ended his military service at Fraunces Tavern, in lower Manhattan. Surviving the Revolution and standing to this day as the oldest standing structure in New York City, it is the site of Washingtons farewell address to his officers on December 4, 1783. Desperate to be at his beloved Mt. Vernon for Christmas, he departed the next day for the 3 week journey by boat, horse and wagon. Today you can visit the small museum, dine in the famous Long Room, and find the time to be grateful to those that managed to save this wonderful Southeastern Virginia Womens Newspapers 37
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building from the concrete and steel fate that surrounds it.
Washington made it home by Christmas in a howling blizzard. He loved the holiday season in Virginia. He went to great strides to make the time memorable because he never knew when he might again be called away. Like most Virginia planters of the time, he marked the season with fox hunting and feasts, parties with neighbors, and more of a celebration than a solemn religious observance. In 1787 he even hired a camel (for 18 shillings) to entertain his holiday guests. The day after Christmas, Boxing Day, the servants would be given boxes containing a small gift or coin. Their labors, and those of the slaves, were suspended until the immense Yule Log burned out. Here in Tidewater, the flavor of Christmas past comes to life like nowhere else in Colonial Williamsburg. Beginning on Thanksgiving weekend, the town sparkles with special events for everyone. Over 1200 candles and 700 wreaths of pine and fruit decorate the doors, all specially made with items common in the 1700s. December 4 is the Grand Illumination, a night of fireworks, light displays, and costumed carolers. Any night from Nov 28 to Dec 31 one can enjoy the popular Christmas Decoration Walking Tour. Afternoon
tea is enjoyed daily at the Williamsburg Inn, and taverns in historic district serve authentic Revolutionary era fare from colonial menus. You can even stop by the College of William and Mary to hear the college president read "How the Grinch Stole Christmas", somehow appropriate as a professor there is said to have brought the German tradition of decorated trees to America's Christmas season in 1842. First Night ends the season New Year's Eve with music, dancing, and great food at several locations in Colonial Williamsburg and the College of William and Mary. Check it out at ChristmasInWilliamsburg.com , and bring your good cheer.
This Christmas, 235 years after that fateful night on the Delaware River, American soldiers are once again far from home in harms way. They are the same stalwart American children who marched on Trenton, Chateau Thierry, Bastogne, and Inchon. They will stand on a frozen wall somewhere so that we can safely decorate our trees, open our presents, and enjoy our feasts and families. They will long for home, and shed a lonely private tear for precious moments missed. I think of them and want to do more to deserve their service, to recognize their sacrifice. I hope you will remember them in your holiday prayers. Washington would have.
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A day in the life of Mindy Spicer - Truck Driver for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia - Food Rescue Program
Written by Jennifer Watson Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia Intern Edited by Susan Mayo Chief Marketing Officer Jennifer recently spent time with Mindy Spicer capturing the important work she does every day to help feed people who are hungry. she has and more. She knocks on the backdoor to the Walmart receiving area. Waiting for her is a pallet of fresh fruits and vegetables and boxes of bread, cookies and cakes. In total, she picks up 785 pounds of food including three Halloween cakes. Her next stop is the Kroger supermarket located on East Little Creek Road. On her way there, she stops at a red light next to Interstate 64. To the left, a man stands by the exit ramp, asking passing cars for some spare change. His camp lies under the interstate, a sleeping bag and blanket. I hate seeing stuff like that, especially while driving a Foodbank truck, Spicer says. When I see people who need help, I like to give them the phone numbers to the Foodbank and other agencies that can help them. Her journey continues to the front of the store where she picks up four food boxes that customers have purchased. The boxes weigh between 16 and 17 pounds, cost $10.95 and contain various grocery items. She gets several boxes of cookies and crackers and continues her trip.
he Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia distributed over 15 million pounds of food from July, 2010 through the end of June, 2011. One-third of that food was donated by restaurants, food service distributors and grocery stores through the Foodbanks Food Rescue Program. Mindy Spicer is one of several drivers employed by the Foodbank. Every day, she visits retail stores such as Walmart, Kroger, Sams Club, Farm Fresh, Walgreens, BJs Wholesale Club, and Sysco, a food service distributor. She travels to these Food Rescue partners throughout the South Hampton Road region on a weekly basis. Mindy picks up fresh fruits and vegetables as well as dairy products, meats, deli items, bread and baked goods that are still edible but are not saleable. She will then deliver some of that food to a Foodbank partner agency such as the Union Mission, Salvation Army, Judeo Christian Center and others. The remainder of the food goes back to the Foodbank Warehouse and is distributed to other Foodbank Partner Agencies. Mindy starts her day by leaving her home near Moyock, North Carolina, at 6:10 am to get to work on time at the Foodbank located in Norfolk at 7:00 a.m. January will mark six years of working as a truck driver and as a sorting room supervisor. She grabs the keys to her truck, which was purchased six months ago by a grant provided by Walmart. She adds some pallets, a dolly and two hand trucks, one motorized and one with a scale built-in. On this day, Spicer is on the road at 8:00 a.m. driving from the Foodbanks headquarters, to her first stop, the Walmart located on Tidewater Drive. She talks a little about herself. Her father was in the U.S. Navy so she lived in many countries growing up and calls Greece her favorite country. I lived there for four years starting from when I was 10 years old, Spicer says. That was a great time because I could really appreciate every thing. Her favorite Greek dish is souvlaki and she makes a mean tzatziki. The Greek food products you find in the frozen food section of the grocery store do not taste as good as mine. They dont have enough cucumber in them. I also use lots of garlic in mine, she says. Spicer gushes over her truck. I love, love my new truck, she says. In the old truck, I had to put the dolly in the front seat with me after deliveries because there wasnt enough room in the back with all of the food that was collected. At todays Food Rescue pickups, she will need all the space
Pam Condon greets Spicer affectionately. Mindys great. Shes a hard worker. I really enjoy working with her, Condon says By 12:15 p.m., Spicer loads another 1,100 pounds of food into her truck and stops for lunch at the Happy Buffet where she gets a box of food from the hibachi grill and buffet to go. Sitting in the parking lot, she looks across the street to the shopping center and spots a Barnes and Noble, one of her favorite stores. I love books. Cookbooks, how-to books and trashy romance novels, she said. I believe Im a natural at anything until proven wrong. If I can read it in a book, I Leading the carburetor to a book. can do it. I rebuilt a effort using
She drives on to the Walmart Neighborhood Market located on East Little Creek Road where she collects more bread and baked goods. Spicer then goes to the Walmart on Military Highway. It initially appears to be a light load of fruit eliminate hunger in our community. By 2:00 p.m., Spicer has made all of her pick ups and arand more bread but the meat department manager stops her and tells her he has some meat for her. He comes back with rives at the Judeo Christian Outreach Center in Virginia Beach. There she delivers 976 pounds of bread and baked 18 large boxes of frozen chicken, beef and turkeys. With goods for their distribution to people in need. Spicer a little maneuvering and a lot of sweat, Spicer manages to returns to the Foodbank by 2:45 p.m. Her day took her stuff the 4,500 pounds of food into the truck. We are goover 62 miles between Norfolk and Virginia Beach and she ing to have to go back to the Foodbank because I still have picked up 7,885 pounds of food. In a typical day, she cola few more stops left and have no more space, she says. lects between 7,000 and 15,000 pounds of food. She returns to the Foodbank just after 11:00 a.m. and quickly unloads the meat into the freezer where it will be stored until it is distributed to agency partners. She unloads some baked goods as well and is back on the road to Lynnhaven Road in Virginia Beach for more pick ups. As she drives, she talks a little more about herself. She has two children, a daughter named Cheyenne who is 16 and her son Chance who is 14. She has been married for 17 years to Lonnie, a crane operator. I still love him. It was love at first sight, Spicer says. When I saw him, I told my friend I was going to marry him. She also loves to garden and takes photographs in her spare time. Spicer says her favorite pictures that she has taken are of her son wrestling and her daughter doing the high jump. She often cheers in vain for her Carolina Panthers and is in a fantasy football league as the Foodbank Lady. At the Walmart on Lynnhaven Road, Receiving Associate She parks her truck at the loading dock and checks in with her supervisor, Bob Galewski. Spicer says, I really enjoy my job. I get to meet some interesting people every day and I know Im helping someone.
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