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Caitlin McKenney, Leanna Giles & Leone Broadhead
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Character
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INSIDE Volume 2 Issue 7 - July 2007

Cover Story
24
The Elon
School
Caitlin McKenney, Leanna
Giles & Leone Broadhead
of The Elon School
By: Lisa Parrott
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Feature Articles

14 A Savvy Girl’s Tips for Business Sanity

How to keep your sanity as a “Fempreneur”. By: Lisa Wynn

Thinking Outside The Tofu Container 22

18

If you have fallen into a pattern of feeling sorry for yourself because you
aren’t fulfilling your health-focused wishes, snap out of it, and make a
plan. By: Brenda Shropshire

11 How to Make Shopping For Low Cost Family Business Profile:

Health Insurance Less “Painful”
Shopping for low cost family health insurance does not have to be an
overwhelming process. Granted, it’s no day at the beach; but if done
with some careful planning, the process can be less painful.
By: Jonathan James
Allure Medical Skin & Body Rejuvenation 12
Allure Medical Skin & Body Rejuvenation, located in Kernodle Clinic,
opened in April 2007 and has a variety of skin care treatments.
By: Lisa Parrott

20 Finance, Money & Internet Scams: Business Profile:

4 Rules to Keep in Mind Burlington Imaging & Breast Center 24
When shopping for online work at home, which home based businesses Burlington Imaging opened in January 2001 Dr. Michael Kerner is the
are real? Do you think you can seperate the scams from the legitimates? center’s Medical Director and Chief Radiologist and has been
By: John Buckley practicing medicine for over 30 years. By: Lisa Parrott

21 Managing Your Finances Once Married

It’s important to plan for your financial future beforehand so you have In Every Issue
an idea of what to expect. By: Nathan Dawson
Ask Dr. Barber 8
23 The Vision of Dr. Emma Events & Networking Groups 28
Recipes 30
In 1988, Dr. Emma Terrell had a ‘Vision’ from the Lord to begin a
ministry. Soon the non-denominational church, The New Beginners,
was founded. By: Lisa Parrott

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group, a 17-and-older age group, and a gospel group. If you or someone you know can
sing, sign up! Come out and support the new Alamance Idol Contest. I know you’ll WRITERS:
have a great time! For more information call Jerry Allison at 336.675.1171 Dr. W. Byron Barber
John Buckley
Nathan Dawson
I’d like to welcome the newest member to our family; my nephew, William Jonah
Jonathan James
Newnam was born on May 10th. Babies bring such joy and happiness to those around Lisa Parrott
them. The promise of a new life with unlimited opportunities and potential is an Brenda Shropshire
amazing thing to experience. It has been wonderful and exciting to watch my youngest Lisa Wynn
sister become a mother. I know that she will be a great mom.
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 Yo u r H e a l t h

Dr. W. Byron Barber of Barber Center for Plastic Surgery

Ask Dr. Barber About

Plastic Surgery

Q I have read that there are different shaped breast implants. Is it important what shape implant I
have and does it affect the size of my breasts after surgery?

ANSWER
There are two basic shapes to saline breast implants, round and
teardrop. The round implant is the most common shape used in
this country. Anatomic or teardrop implants are ones that are
flatter at the top of the implant and fuller at the bottom of the
implant. Unfortunately, when a teardrop shaped saline implant
is placed in the breast; it soon assumes a round shape. In addition
to the fact that the anatomic implant eventually becomes round,
the implant may possibly have a higher leak rate due to the fact
that these implants have a textured or roughened surface which
has been shown to have a higher leak rate than smooth surface
implants. For these two reasons, I generally opt for the round
implant and feel that they will provide a very nice shape in the
majority of women. Shaped silicone implants may be a different
story, however the long term experience with the shaped silicone
implant is still lacking and I can not give you any good data on
whether these implants will keep their shape over time.

Q I am 31 years old and have a fairly large double chin. When I see myself on profile in pictures it
makes me cringe. Can anything be done to give my chin a more “chiseled” look?

ANSWER
Double chins are usually as a result of excess fat in the area of
the chin. This excess fat causes the skin to bulge when the neck
is flexed. In more extreme cases, it can almost hide a person’s
neck definition. The treatment can vary from patient to patient;
however, liposuction is often an excellent solution. If you have
good quality skin with good elasticity, then the fat in the chin
area can be suctioned and the skin will contract and give a more
defined neck. Not everyone will be a candidate for this surgery,
especially if there is a significant amount of redundant skin. In
these cases, the excess skin may not contract completely and
this can give you a “chin waddle” following the liposuction.
Not a really good trade off! An evaluation by a board certified
plastic surgeon can help determine if your double chin can be
turned into a “chiseled” chin.

About Dr. Barber

William Byron Barber II is regarded as one of the most prominent plastic surgeons in his field and has recently been selected one of
America’s Top Surgeons. He has been practicing plastic surgery in Greensboro for 15 years and is board certified by the American
Board of Plastic Surgery. He is presently Chief of Plastic Surgery at Moses Cone Hospital System and is an active member of numerous
local, regional and national plastic surgery organizations.

Dr. Barber hosts free monthly seminars in his office. To make a reservation, please call Barber Center for Plastic Surgery at 336.275.3430.
The office is located at 1591 Yanceyville Street, Suite 100 in Greensboro. Their website is www.barberplasticsurgery.com To ask Dr.
Barber a question for this column, please email him at drbarber@barberplasticsurgery.com

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 Yo u r H e a l t h

How to Make Shopping For Low Cost Family

Health Insurance Less “Painful” by: Jonathon James

Shopping for low cost family health insurance does not have to be an overwhelming process. Granted, it’s no
day at the beach; but if done with some careful planning, the process can be less “painful.”

First, it’s important to understand the “jargon.” That is, a family
health insurance policy is actually an individual policy, as
opposed to a group policy, that has been issued for a family.
Therefore, when shopping for low cost health insurance for your
family, you’re actually searching for an individual policy that
will be issued for you and your family.
Second, when shopping for low cost health insurance, it is
important to realize that there are ways to keep costs down. For
example, if your family is generally healthy, you may want to
choose higher out-of-pocket options for items such as deductible,
co-payments, and coinsurance. By doing so, you can expect to
see a significant reduction in your premiums.
Another way to reduce your health insurance costs is to pay
your premiums annually. Since it requires a significant initial
payment, this may not be a realistic option for some.
Nevertheless, if you can afford to pre-pay your premiums, you
may be able to avoid paying service fees and possibly realize a
pre-payment discount. Be sure to ask your insurance agent about
this possibility.
In addition, you may want to think twice about buying
supplemental health insurance. In many cases, supplemental
insurance offers coverage for items that are already included in
your main plan. If you think you may need a supplemental health
policy, be sure to discuss this with your agent thoroughly before
making any final decisions.
Third and last, whether you’re just trying to get the best deal
for health insurance and finances are not a significant limiting
factor, or even if price is a significant limiting factor, you should
know that the health insurance industry in the U.S. is heavily
regulated. While regulations may vary from one state to another,
health insurance premiums are regulated by each state
Department of Insurance.
What this means to you is that you will pay the same monthly
premium for the same plan whether you buy from a local agent,
an Internet company, or the insurance company itself. Logically
then, the best way to end up with the policy best suited for you
and your situation is to obtain and then review multiple health
insurance quotes.
Shopping for low cost family health insurance can be quite a
shock for the unprepared. To be ready, educate yourself by using
the volumes of information available on the Internet. Look for
ways to keep costs to a minimum such as prepaying premiums,
selecting a higher deductible and not purchasing insurance you
will not use. By working smarter, not harder, you will be
maximizing your odds of ending up with a quality and affordable
health insurance plan.
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About The Author

Jonathon James has been working in the health insurance industry for nearly twenty years. For additional tips and information about low cost family health
insurance, please be sure to visit http://LearningAboutHealthInsurance.com.

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 Profile

Allure Medical
Skin & Body Rejuvenation
By Lisa Parrott - Photography Flashbacks by Red

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 llure Medical Skin & Body Rejuvenation,
located in Kernodle Clinic on Huffman Mill
Road, opened in April 2007. Allure has a
variety of skin care treatments and procedures
such as liposuction, Aesthera Hair Removal
and Skin Rejuvenation, just to name a few.
Dr. Rick Evans and Dr. Thomas J.
Schermerhorn serve as Allure’s Medical
Directors. Dr. Evans graduated from East Carolina University and
has worked in Obstetrics for nine years. Dr. Schermerhorn
graduated from the Uniform Services University of the Health
Services (Tri-Military Med. School) and has been practicing OB/
GYN for eleven years.
Drs. Evans and Schermerhorn perform liposuction, tummy tucks,
Botox™ and Juvederm™ injections as well as other procedures like Left to right: Dr. Rick Evans, Elizabeth Paner and
Mesotherapy (for cellulite reduction), and Spider Vein Treatments. Dr. Thomas J. Schermerhorn
Licensed Aesthetician Elizabeth Paner received her training at
Miller Motte College in Cary, NC. Elizabeth works with her clients Lunch time peels are available with no down time and you are
to customize their facials. You’ll receive a complimentary able to see the results almost immediately. Spa Parties, monthly
consultation where Elizabeth will talk with you about your skin events held on the lunch time hour or as after work seminars
care goals. She explains the many types of treatments and services are available; however, space is limited and they fill up quickly.
available to help you become more informed and to make the
right decisions for your skin type. Elizabeth said, “It is nice to Pamper yourself, take time for you. Take the time to take care
help women in our community to raise their conscience; to help of your skin to let the best you shine through! For more
them make their skin better.” information about these treatments and other procedures offered
by Allure Medical & Skin Rejuvenation call 336. 506.1244
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this time. It offers a comfortable, pain free treatment that is
clinically proven to be safe and effective for the permanent
reduction of unwanted hair,” Elizabeth said. The treatments are
relaxing and not associated with side effects such as the redness
or other usual post treatment discomforts. It usually takes between
five to ten treatments for best results, depending on your body
and the amount of hair being treated. There is no recovery time
needed. With the Aesthera™ hair removal treatment, there is a
ninety-percent reduction in re-growth and some have experienced
no re-growth.
Glycolic Peels are also offered at Allure. A glycolic peel can help
reverse the signs of damaged skin by increasing the skin’s renewal
process. It is recommended that you have a peel every 7-10 days
for six weeks for maximum results. These peels are quick and
easy with no down time.

Dr. Evans and Dr. Schermerhorn perform a new technique in

liposuction called Tumescent Liposuction. This technique is safer
than traditional liposuction. It enables the client to be awake and
aware of their procedure. Areas of excess fat are injected with an
anesthetic liquid before liposuction is performed. The liquid causes
the compartments of fat to become swollen and firm or
“tumesced.” The expanded fat compartments allow the cannula
to travel smoothly beneath the skin as the fat is removed. The
long-acting effects of the anesthetic solution help to provide pain
relief after the procedure. It also helps to decrease the need for
additional pain medication.

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“aspire to develop intellectual curiosity in our students; to help them become citizens of the
provide many opportunities for personal growth in academics, the arts, and athletics; and to
participate fully in a community based on mutual respect, close relationships, and the altruistic

Honor, Characte
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e world with high moral standards; to
o give our students the opportunity to
c giving of oneself to the greater good.”
er, & Excellence
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Cover Story
hen the Elon Homes
for Children closed its
Elon campus in 2005,
President Fred
Grosse, his wife Jane,
and the Board of
Directors had a vision
for the future use of
the campus. After various meetings with
groups throughout the community, it was
found that there was a need and a desire to
have an independent college preparatory
school in Alamance County. The Elon
School is the culmination of a vision shared
by Dr. Grosse and the community. Opening
its doors to students on August 22, 2007,
The Elon School will become the first
independent college preparatory school in
Alamance County. The Elon School’s vision
is to “aspire to develop intellectual curiosity
in our students; to help them become
citizens of the world with high moral
standards; to provide many opportunities
for personal growth in academics, the arts,
and athletics; and to give our students the
opportunity to participate fully in a
community based on mutual respect, close
relationships, and the altruistic giving of
oneself to the greater good.”
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ay Lasley, Director of Admissions for The Elon
School, says that the emphasis at The Elon School
is on the development of the whole person. “We
knew that in order to be successful we not only had
to offer excellent academics, but we also had to offer
outstanding Athletics and Arts programs as well.
We want to give our students these opportunities at
the start.” According to Mr. Lasley, sixty students
will be enrolled at The Elon School this year with a
five-year-plan to have up to two hundred fifty
students enrolled. The first year will have students in the ninth
and tenth grades, with a very small eleventh grade class.
Eventually the school will have students in 9th-12th grades.
Every effort has been made to find a knowledgeable and
enthusiastic faculty. Dr. Leone Broadhead, Leanna Giles, and
Caitlin McKenney are three women that uphold the values The
Elon School expects in education. These three women share a
love and enthusiasm for their students and education.
Caitlin McKenney, originally from Rhode Island, came to
Alamance County to attend Elon University where she graduated
with a B.A. in English. Caitlin said, “I’ve always known that I
wanted to be a teacher.” While attending Elon, Caitlin intended
to teach elementary school. She said, “One day it just hit me. I
loved English, so I decided to switch. Once I made that decision
it just felt right. I knew that it was the right thing to do.” Caitlin
taught English for two years at Eastern Guilford High School
and received the 2006 Rookie Teacher of the Year Award. When
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Left to right: Jay Lasley, Direct
McKenney, Leone Broadhead
talking with Caitlin about the opportunities at The Elon School
her enthusiasm shines through. She said, “I love what I do!
Teaching is my life! I want to show these kids just how cool the
world is. It is exciting to me to know that I will be challenged
by the caliber of teachers here; that I will be challenged to be
the best teacher that I can possibly be. I know that I will be
challenged by the students as well.”
Leanna Giles originally from Asheboro, currently lives in
Burlington with her husband Bob. Leanna graduated from Elon
University with a B.S. in Mathematics. She taught at Turrentine
Middle School for four years and was the Director of Sylvan
Learning Center in Burlington for one year. When asked why
she wanted to be a teacher, Leanna said, “I have always wanted
to be a teacher because I have always wanted to help others. I
can remember when I was young sitting at the dining room table
teaching my imaginary students.”
Dr. Leone Broadhead is from Columbia, South Carolina. She
graduated from the University of South Carolina with a B.S. in
Science Education, M.A.T. in Teaching Biology and a Ph.D. in
Health Education. Leone has been teaching for thirty-three years
and was an adjunct faculty member at the University of South
Carolina. She recently married Ray Broadhead, Headmaster of
The Elon School. She has one daughter and three grandchildren.
In 2006, Leone was awarded the University of South Carolina
Lifelong Learning Distinguished Teaching Award. When asked
why she wanted to be a teacher, Leone said, “Teachers can do
just about anything as long as they are in the parameters. Our
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d and Headmaster Ray Broadhead
job is to excite children! There are a lot of people that go into
teaching just to have a job and they hate teaching. The kids
know it and that’s not fair to them. It is the kids that make me
love teaching.”
When talking with the teachers about why they wanted to teach
at The Elon School they all agreed that is was a once in a lifetime
opportunity. Leone said, “How many times do you get the
chance to start a school. The quality and enthusiasm of the
faculty is amazing.
I wanted to come to The Elon School where the environment is
small enough that I will have time to work with the students
one on one. A place where the kids have an environment that
makes them a good top candidate, where the opportunities are
endless. I’m excited about working in a place where the kids
can address some of their passions as well.
Leanna added, “By teaching the whole child we are going to be
making them so much more well-rounded. We’re going to tailor
this to what the students want in their education. We’re making
it about them and not about the teachers. This community is
yearning for this type of opportunity for their kids and it just
hasn’t been available. To me this was like the golden opportunity,
not for just the children, but for me as well. I believe that The
Elon School is the answer to what the community has desired
for their kids. It is also the fact that I’m going to a place where
they think like I think. Things are just really falling into place.
Anytime you need something it is done.”
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Ray Broadhead, Headmaster of The Elon School, brings to his
new position a wealth of experience and knowledge of how a
school works. Ray has worked for the Brooks School in North
Andover Massachusetts for thirty-two years. During his time at
the Brooks School, Ray served as a teacher of Biology,
Psychology, and other sciences; he coached the boys’ varsity
basketball and football teams, served as Dean of Students and
was Assistant Headmaster. Ray has a B.A. in Biology from the
University of Pennsylvania and a Sc.M. in Biology from Brown
University. When asked about the challenge of his new position
Ray said, “ It’s a wonderful challenge for an educator and a
wonderful opportunity as well to take a school from the ground
up. I have great people around me. As an administrator, you
surround yourself with great people and let them do their work.
I have complete confidence in the faculty here that they will do
their jobs and do them well.”
The Elon Homes for Children will celebrate its 100th anniversary
this fall. The administrators and faculty of The Elon School are
so honored and proud to be a part of this wonderful agency that
has been so successful at helping children for so many years.
The Headmaster, Administrators, and Faculty exhibit the values
of Honor, Character, and Excellence that The Elon School
represents.
For more information about The Elon School please visit their
website at www.theelonschool.org or call 584-0091.
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 Self

By: Lisa Wynn

Are you a savvy business woman?

A Savvy Girl’s Tips Here are some resources to help you out:
American Institute for Managing Diversity
Web site: www.aimd.org

Business Women’s Network

for Business Sanity

Web site: www.bwni.com
Center for Women’s Business Research
Web site: www.nfwbo.org
Global Diversity at Work
Web site: www.diversityatwork.com

1. Never (hear me scream) ever have an equal partner. Try to

use congruent alliances not partnerships. If you must partner Martin P. Catherwood Library
Web site: www.ilr.cornell.edujlibrary
up, use a 60/40 split. Who’s idea was it really? Pay and sell
using the same percentages. Minority Business Development Agency
Web site: www.mbda.gov

2. Nothing lasts forever! Have an “exit strategy” in place

before you even start. Think about possible job transfers,
Minority Business Network
Web site: www.nbnet.com
sickness, death, new partners, or plain old change of heart! Minority Programs Small Business Administration
Web site: www.sba.gov/managing.lspecialjminorities.html
Negotiate any lease you may sign today, so if you sell in
3. the future the new owner will assume the same terms. Make
National Association of Female Executives
Web site: www.nafe.com
sure their name can be transferred to the lease while
National Association of Women Business Owners
removing yours. Web site: www.nawbo.org

Delegate jobs within your business with complete clarity National Women Business Owners Corp.
4. and don’t micro-manage. If two of you are doing the same
Web site: www.nwboc.org

thing, one of you is not needed. Native American Business Alliance

Web site: www.native-american-bus.org
Gratitude and kindness always. The true measure of a man
5. comes out in conflict. Keep your cool or loose your
U.S. General Services Administration
Web site: www.gsa.gov
credibility. Have a high emotional IQ even if it means
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backing down or compromising.
Lisa Marie Wynn Freelance writer, consultant and serial
Chick Challenge: Mentor and help one business maven a “Fempreneur” has several successful businesses. Artisans Cup
month. Add her to your e-news letter surprise her with the link, Tea Company, Hell on Heelz and Artisans Press. She has
contributed to publications globally, across North America,
and make her day. Share ideas, ads and co- host events. Have Canada and online. Her custom flavoring tea company boasts
fun, be nice! celebrities, resorts, spas, hotels and an appearance in the 2005
Oscars and 2006 Emmy Awards. She can be reached at
artisanspress.com or 336-218-0108.

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 Finance

Finance, Money & Internet Scams are Everywhere.

When shopping for online work at home, which home based
businesses are real? It sounds like a straightforward question
with a straightforward answer: just use common sense. But hold
on a second. Not so fast. Do you think you can separate the
scams from the legitimates? Have you seen all the various home
based business offerings on the web?

O.K. Sure. If someone is offering you the Brooklyn Bridge for

$1.99—It’s a scam. But beyond that, how can you tell? These
job opportunities are often counter-intuitive. What seems “too
good to be true” is often real, and the legitimate-seeming
businesses are a scam. But most people don’t have the time or
money to check them out.
I’ve spent the past five years researching and actually
implementing many of these money making schemes on the
internet, the ones most people tend to dismiss out-of-hand. And
that’s the problem. Most people dismiss them first, without
giving a serious second thought to them. They think they know.
But they don’t. It’s not as straightforward as people first assume.

Here I’ve compiled four rules to keep in mind when shopping

for a home based business opportunity. This list is by no means
Finance, comprehensive, but is a good thumbnail starter for those
interested in home based businesses.

Money 1. Look For Money-Back Guarantees.

4
Reputable companies will always offer money-back
guarantees—most within 60 days—some with no time limits
& Internet at all. Some companies (I’m thinking Paid Surveys Online
and Survey Scout) offer money-back guarantees, but must

Scams
be contacted.

2. Avoid Excessive “Join-Up” Fees.

It’s O.K. to pay for the initial program fee, but avoid
companies that continue to ask for “dues” “bonuses,” or “club

Rules
memberships” after you’ve purchased their program.

3. Do Your Homework.
Find out how well the product is selling and what percentage

to Keep
of people ask for their money back. Go to Clickbank.com for
the stats on thousands of products online.

4. Expect Some Extravagance and Exaggeration in

the Ad Copy.
People aren’t stupid. Ad copy writers know this. They know
most intelligent adults can make adjustments for hyperbole

in Mind
in an ad.

by: John Buckley
Keep these four rules in mind and use common sense. If you
keep an open mind, approach these offers seriously, and
implement their strategies, many of them can make money for
you.
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About The Author

John Buckley has owned a home based internet business for five years, and also reviews home based businesses for various publications.

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 Finance

MANAGING YOUR FINANCES

ONCE MARRIED by: Nathan Dawson

It’s important to plan for your financial future beforehand so you have an idea of what to expect.
Once you get married, most newlyweds open joint checking/saving accounts.

Below is a list of 4 easy steps to take when determining your financial future.

Step 1 - Determine your net worth Step 3 - Set goals

Net worth is the difference between assets and liabilities. Make
a list to figure out your net worth, make a list of all the things
that you own and assign approximate values to each one. Then
make a list of all your debts. Subtract these two numbers and
you will have your net worth.
Statistics are showing that 95% of senior citizens can’t afford
to retire. Set goals and start saving for your future today. Create
short-term goals and long-term goals. Make sure when you set
your goals that you are actually striving for them so they should
be adjusted to your spending lifestyle

Step 2 - Family accounting Step 4 - Plan for adjusting your finances once married

You will need to decide who is going to manage your accounting.
Is one partner going to manage the finances or will this be a
shared responsibility? Are you going to choose to handle the
finances independently? If not you will need to create a system
of whose going to pay the bills.
Many couples get married without having a financial plan in
mind. It’s very important to discuss your financial situation
before tying the knot; that way everything is out in the open. If
you don’t want to deal with thinking of financial strategies get
help from a financial planner for any needed advice.
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About The Author

Nathan Dawson writes for www.marriedfinances.com and www.successfulmarriageresource.com, great online sources for marriage and finance information.

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 Self
Thinking Outside of the Tofu Container
Healthy Solutionz™ Quote of the Month
“ It takes as much energy to wish as it does to plan.”
“I wish I could stop eating so much junk food!”
“I wish I hadn’t eaten that big plate of pasta!”
“I wish I could stick with an exercise program!”
hese kinds of statements are common and will do nothing
to help you make healthier choices that can ultimately
lead you to a healthy life.
If you have fallen into a pattern of feeling sorry for yourself
because you aren’t fulfilling your health-focused wishes, snap
out of it, and make a plan. Without a plan in place your hopes,
desires and wishes are nothing more then a one-way ticket (on
the fast track) to the station of self-anger and disappointment.
Not exactly what you would call productive thinking, right?
Want to make your wish for a healthier life come true? Well,
you don’t need to click your ruby red slippers together or find a
four-leaf clover to make it happen.
Give your wishes legitimacy by naming your goals and writing
them down on paper. Now, take it a step further and write down
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By Brenda Shropshire B.S. M. Ed.
– Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady
three small, do-able action steps you feel you can stick with.
Keep your new action plan short, specific and one that doesn’t
sound or feel self-depriving.
And remember, wishing is merely a fun activity that is played
by the newly in-love as they close their eyes and toss a coin in
the fountain. And sure, it’s fun to wish but no one expects any
real results.
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Brenda Shropshire holds a Bachelors Degree in Health
and in Physical Education as well as a Master’s Degree
in Education. She is a Speaker, Freelance Writer, Trainer-
Educator and is the founder of Healthy Soultionz Con-
sulting Company. She can be reached at:
www.HealthySolutionz.com, or 336 854–9318.
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 Vision
Inspiration

The of Dr. Emma

By Lisa Parrott

r. Emma J. Terrell has been happily

married to her husband Howard for
almost forty-six years. Emma and
Howard have three children, Angelia,
Theresa, and Howard, Jr. In 1988 Dr.
Terrell had a ‘Vision’ from the Lord to
begin a ministry. In that vision, she says
the Lord was telling her He wanted her
to concentrate on praise and worship
in her ministry. She began her ministry
of ‘God has declared a new thing!’ and the nondenominational
church, The New Beginner’s, was founded in the back room of
her home that was called the blue room. With just herself, she
ministered as if she had a full congregation and soon after, family
members and friends began to come to hear Dr. Terrell teach the
word of God. During this time, she also began to study for her
doctorate in Theology from Truth Bible College in Florida, which
she received in 2005.

The ‘blue room’ quickly became too small for all of the people Dr. Emma J. Terrell
that came to hear Dr. Emma as she has come to be known
throughout the community. Putting her faith and trust in God, she
was led to the Forest Hill Recreation Center where she rented a
room that would accommodate her growing congregation for
services on Sunday; but she continued to have Bible studies in the
‘blue room’ of her home. One year after making the move, Dr.
Emma was faced yet again with the need for a bigger space for
her congregation. She again was led to a space that was large
enough for her congregation, but also allowed room to grow.

Within two years, Dr. Emma knew they were going to have to
move again. Following the promptings of the Lord, she was led to
Whitsett, where sixteen acres of land were for sell. There were
others that were interested, but Dr. Emma kept her faith and
eventually acquired the land which is the current home of The
New Beginner’s Church that has grown to a congregation of
approximately three hundred and will seat up to six hundred fifty
members.

In 1991, Dr. Emma also founded The Center of Healing located in

Gibsonville. The center is a non-profit organization supporting
the underprivileged and needs of the community. Also at this
location is The Center of Joy Day Care/After School facility that
opened in 1998.

Dr. Emma just recently celebrated her 19th anniversary as Pastor

of The New Beginner’s and as her congregation continues to grow
(there are plans in the works to build the International Faith Dome),
she puts her faith and trust in the Lord to guide her in the right
direction as the ‘Vision’ of her ministry continues to be fulfilled.
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 Profile

From left to right: Monica Carlson, Donna Richards, Karla Oldham, Heather Bateman, Debbie Shanklin,
Dr. Michael Kerner, Linda Lipscomb, Carolyn Lewis, Lori King, Beth Pilgrim

Burlington Imaging
&
Breast Center
Burlington Imaging opened in January 2001 Dr. Michael Kerner is the
center’s Medical Director and Chief Radiologist and has been practicing
medicine for over 30 years. Burlington Imaging employees four full-
time technologists and two part-time technologists, each with over
twenty years experience. Each technologist has a specialty, but they are
also cross-trained on the other procedures available.

By Lisa Parrott • Photography Flashbacks by Red

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 You should always be informed and the
staff of Burlington Imaging is there to help.

Burlington Imaging recently implemented digital mammography

and is now a completely digital facility. This makes it a more
efficient facility where they strive for a 24-hour report
turnaround that enables doctors and patients to receive quicker
results. Burlington Imaging provides services to patients such
as Ultrasound, Bone Density Tests, MRI, Mammograms, CAT
Scans and general X-Ray.

When faced with the prospect of having one of these procedures,

do you really know what it is and how it will work? The
technologists with Burlington Imaging care about answering
your questions and want to help put you at ease.

Ultrasound, best known for use during pregnancy, can also be

used to aid doctors in other diagnoses as well. An Ultrasound
utilizes sound waves; there is no radiation involved. Waves go
into the body, reflect off of organs and in turn are converted
into an image aiding the doctors in their diagnoses. A
technologist can concentrate on areas such as the abdomen,
gallbladder, ovaries, uterus, and breasts as well. Ultrasound can
be used as an accessory to a mammogram.
A mammogram compresses the breasts, which enables the
technicians to find any abnormalities within the breast and aides
doctors with their diagnoses by giving them a clearer picture of
the tissue. A woman generally has her first mammogram or
baseline mammogram between the ages of 36-40 with follow-
ups every one to two years.
uses a small dose of radiation to make pictures of the inside of
the body.
More than one of these tests may need to be performed to enable
a doctor to give a more complete diagnosis. The staff of
Burlington Imaging provides a relaxed and caring environment.
When it comes to your health, remember that you are your own
advocate. Do not be afraid to ask questions. You should always
be informed and the staff of Burlington Imaging is there to help.
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Bone Density tests for osteoporosis. This test measures for bone
loss in the lower back and hips. These are the stressor points in
the body where one actually has bone loss first. The machine
scans the lower back and hip and measures certain areas. The
patient’s score is given and the radiologist interprets the score
for bone loss.

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) utilizes radio frequency

waves and a magnetic field rather than radiation to image organs
and tissues. Our bodies contain water molecules with magnetic
properties. These molecules are scattered throughout our body
and once the machine turns on, we become magnetized with all
of the positive molecules being pulled inline. When the machine
is turned off, these molecules return to a resting state, sending
out radio frequencies, enabling the computer to take a series of
images. MRI is much better at seeing soft tissues and it is a
very sensitive test for spine and joint problems.

A CT scan, also known as CAT scan, uses special x-ray

equipment to acquire multiple images (scans) of the inside of
the body. CT scans of the internal organs, bones, soft tissues
and blood vessels provide a more in-depth view than a
conventional x-ray.

An x-ray is a painless medical test that helps in the diagnosis

and treatment of medical problems such as bone fractures,
dislocations and degenerative diseases such as arthritis. X-ray

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 The 10 Questions Game
Congratulations to June’s game winner, Kathy Patrum! All answers to the
game can be found in this month’s issue of Alamance Woman. You may
submit your answers via our website at alamancewoman.com or mail them
to: Alamance Woman Magazine, 158 S. Main St. Graham, NC 27253. All
entries must be received by the18th of each month. Play for the chance to
win a Solid Surface Cutting Board, valued at $100.00. This months prize
provided by Top Choice Home Galleries of Burlington. Good luck!

1. Come in and see how we "redefine dance"...

2. Name the coeducational, Independent College Prep. High School that
will be opening in our area this August.
3. "Ya'll Come"
4. Who asks "Insured? But are you Covered?"
5. Find the Frog. Take the Leap.
6. Fill in the Blank. L_______e Medical Aesthetics.
7. What does your business look like? Let us show you.
8. Find the Angel with a “Special Touch”.
9. Let us take care of your books, so you can take care of business.
10. Make this call. "Your body will thank you for it."

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 Events and Networking
7/03 Independence Day
Celebration
Tuesday, 5:00pm-10:00pm
Fireworks: 9:30pm All Ages
Admission: Free Burlington City
Park Burlington will turn back the
hands of time and have the original
Independence Day Celebration as
they did many years ago.
Alamance Artisans ~ Jolanta Kokot & Cathy Boyd 9 am May
Memorial Library Featuring artworks of members of the Alamance
Artisans Guild through the month of July: Jolanta Kokot ~ Paintings
Cathy Boyd ~ Glass Jewelry
7/03 ALAMANCE CARES ~ Free Confidential HIV Testing Free, -
Alamance Cares offers walk-in testing hours every Tuesday from 11a-
3p or by appointment at 2932 Anne Elizabeth Drive, Burlington. No
needles & quick results! Call 336-538-8111.Alamance Cares is a non-
profit organization that exists through community support, grants,
donations and the generosity of Alamance Regional Medical Center.
7/06 & 7/21 COUNTRY MUSIC AMERICA The Graham Jamboree
124 S. Main St. Graham. Music has never been this much fun! Tickets
are $10.00 Call 336.675.1171 for tickets and more information. Doors
open at 6:30 show begins at 7:15.
7/07 & 7/20 REMEMBER WHEN OLDIES SHOW The Graham
Jamboree 124 S. Main St. Graham. Music has never been this much
fun! Tickets are $10.00 Call 336.675.1171 for tickets and more
information. Doors open at 6:30 show begins at 7:15.
7/08 SUNSET RHYTHMS ~ AFTER THOUGHT Folk Trio In the
event of inclement weather, concert will relocate to Thataways. FMI:
call 336.229.3148 6:30 pm Willowbrook Park
7/12 POETRY SPOKEN HERE May Memorial Library is hosting
our monthly Open Mic poetry night! Read your own, original work,
or ones that you admire. Readers will be limited to 5 minutes. Sign
up at the event. No profanity please. Library programs are free and
open to the public. Please call 336-229-3588 for more information.
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SUMMER BAND SCHEDULE:
Festivities take place in central Saxapahaw next to the Post Office
and across from the Saxapahaw Rivermill every Saturday from 5pm-
8pm through the end of August. Admission is free though donations
are appreciated organizers pass around a “Swan Bucket” each week
for the band. The series is sponsored by the Saxapahaw Rivermill
and by local businesses including Open Eye Cafe, Fifth Season
Gardening, Townsend Bertram and The Barbecue Joint.
7/7 The Maudlin Brothers 7/21 Wood & Steel
7/14 The Two Dollar Pistols 7/28 Memphis
7/13 LISA BEVERE ~ “OUT of CONTROL and LOVING IT”
Lisa Bevere will speak to a women’s conference themed “Out of
Control and Loving It.” The theme is also the title of one of Lisa’s
books, and a copy of the book comes with the conference ticket price:
$29.00 for women 23 and older and $19 for students. Hosted by the
Lamb’s Chapel at Haw River Christian Church. FMI and Tickets call
336.578.0291
7/15 SUNSET RHYTHMS ~ TA’ LEURMADE In the event of
inclement weather, concert will relocate to the Bigelow Center. FMI:
call 336.229.3148 6:30 pm North Park 849 Sharpe Rd Burlington
7/16 LUNCH BUNCH BOOK CLUB May Memorial Library. Bring
your lunch and come discuss the book. The library will provide
beverages. Book for June is Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. For
more information or to sign up for the book club, please call 229-
3588.
7/20 Clay Street After Work Live Music and Downtown Specials 7
pm Downtown Mebane Sponsored by the Alamance County Arts
Council, City of Mebane & The Mebane Business Association
7/21 Stone Soul Picnic Saturday, 12:00pm-6:00pm All Ages
Admission: Free North Park Burlington Recreation and Parks presents
the annual Stone Soul Picnic. Food vendors, craft vendors, and the
hottest talent in the triad will be there. There will be an area for the
kids, a basketball tournament, and a horseshoe tournament with
trophies to winners, senior bingo, and fun for everyone. For more
information, please call (336) 222-5138.
7/24 KNIT & READ The Mebane Library Knitters continue their
fundraising project for the library. The plan is to raffle an afghan knitted
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by the library knitting club. Meetings are the Fourth Tuesday of each
month. For more information please call 919-563-6431.
07/26 The Tams. Graham Recreation and Parks Department &
Alamance County Arts Council presents: ’07 Thursday at Seven
Concert Series. All concerts held on W. Elm St. in downtown Graham
around court square. In case of rain, concerts will be moved to the
Graham Recreation Center, 311 College St ~ 570.6718 For more
information, call 513.5510 www.thetams.com The Tams sponsored
by Barrister’s Cafe Series sponsored by First National Bank ~ Graham
& WPCM 920 AM
7/28 “Music in the Courtyard” ~ “Nightshadow” Beach Boogie &
Rock For ticket info go to www.irongatevineyards.com 8 pm Irongate
Winery 2540 Lynch Store Rd Mebane NC 27302
Wednesday: WORKING WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY There will
not be a Luncheon in July. Lunch is normally held from 11:30am to
1pm the last Wednesday of each month. Sponsor: Women’s Resource
Center of Alamance County and the Alamance County Area Chamber
of Commerce Small Business Council. Location: Alamance Country
Club 2402 Pineway Drive Burlington, NC. To Register: call (336)
227-6900 Cost: $20 for Women’s Resource Center members, $25 for
nonmembers
Wednesday: BURLINGTON JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB 1st
Wednesday of each month at 7pm meeting at John Robert Kernodle
Senior Activities Center.

7/29 SUNSET RHYTHMS ~ WARREN, BODLE & ALLEN

Featuring folk, rock & bluegrass music. In the event of inclement
weather, concert will relocate to Thataways. FMI: call 336.229.3148
6:30 pm Willowbrook Park years ago. Remember the greasy pole,
coins in the haystack, roller pin toss, and watermelon and pie eating
contests? Its all back by popular demand. The Embers will perform
the latest beach and oldies music from 6:00pm-9:00pm and The
Company Shops Concert Band will take the stage at 9:30pm and
perform during the launching of the aerial fireworks display. For more
information, please call 222-5030.

Networking Groups
Tuesday: BURLINGTON-ALAMANCE NEWCOMERS CLUB
3rd Tuesday of each month September through May. This Club’s
purpose is to extend a welcome to newcomers to our area, introduce
them to other newcomers, and provide cultural, social, and service
opportunities through our activities in the community. Membership is
open to anyone living in Burlington/Alamance County less than five
years. P.O. Box 2593 Burlington (919) 304-3592

Tuesdays: MOPS MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS Burlington

Meets first Tuesday morning of each month September through May.
Coordinator: Kandy King (336) 227-8619 Discussion Group Leader:
Tami Nice (336)228-7285 MOPS is an international organization with
local chapters with a goal of reaching out to support every mother of a
preschooler.

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 Food

Spicy Blue Cheese Hamburgers

Food to make your
Fourth of July...Delicious!

INGREDIENTS
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup minced onion
1/2 cup hot chicken wing sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
4 hamburger buns, split
COOL WATERMELON
DIRECTIONS
In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, blue cheese and SLUSHIES
onion. Season with Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and pepper. Mix
well, using your hands if necessary. Form into four patties, and place
on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
INGREDIENTS
6 ice cubes
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Remove the hamburger patties 2 cups cubed seeded watermelon
from the refrigerator, and pour enough hot wing sauce over them to 1 teaspoon honey (You may use sugar to taste if you wish)
cover the top surface. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.
DIRECTIONS
Place hamburgers on the hot grill, and cook for about 5 minutes per Place the ice cubes into a blender. Cover, and pulse until
side, until no longer pink. The internal temperature should be at 180 crushed. Add the watermelon and blend for about 1 minute,
degrees F (85 degrees C) if taken with a meat thermometer. For extra until slushy. Add the honey, and blend for about 10 seconds.
spicy burgers, baste with additional wing sauce while cooking. Serve
on buns.
Food Facts
Food Facts 1. Watermelon consumption increases free arginine and citrulline,
which can help maintain cardiovascular function.
1. Americans consumed more than 13 billion burgers in 2003. 2. Watermelon has amino acids such as citrulline and arginine that
2. 7 out of every 10 burgers that Americans ordered in restaurants included help maintain the arteries.
cheese 3. Fresh watermelon contains higher levels of lycopene than fresh
For more info and recipes, visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com tomatoes - a 2-cup serving of watermelon contains and average
of 18.16 mg and one medium-sized tomato contains 4 mg.
30 Alamance Woman - July 2007 For more info and recipes, visit
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