Cobb Life Magazine May 2015

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Cobb Life May 20154

I N D E X O F A D V E R T I S E R S

Cobb LifeMay 2015 Volume 11, Issue 4

EXECUTIVE

PUBLISHEROtis Brumby IIl

GENERAL MANAGERLee B. Garrett

V.P. ADVERTISINGWade Stephens

EDITORIAL STAFF

DIRECTOR OF MAGAZINESMark Wallace Maguire

LAYOUT AND DESIGNStacey L. Evans, Mark Wallace Maguire

CONTRIBUTORSStacey L. Evans, Tammy DeMel,

Therra C. Gwyn, Meredith Pruden, Michael Venezia, Jennifer Hafer,

Michael J. Pallerino

PHOTOGRAPHERShanda Crowe

PHOTOGRAPHY Sam Bennett

PROOFREADERWhitney Betts

ADVERTISING STAFF

ADVERTISING DIRECTORTara Guest

COBB ADVERTISING MANAGERBecky Opitz

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVESStephanie deJarnette,

Paula Milton, Jill AbbottJordan Emerson, Kim Fowler,

Katy Ruth Camp

GRAPHIC DESIGNERSBeth Poirier, Jennifer Hall, Carlos Navarrete

PRODUCTION

CREATIVE DIRECTORLeigh Hall

CIRCULATION DIRECTORDave Gossett

INFORMATIONCobb Life is published 10 times a year by the

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2015-2016 Cobb Factbook 21Airport Limo 6Alpha Travel 36Aqua Guard Basements 74Atlanta Braves 3Atlanta Communities 61Atlanta Fine Homes - Jim Glover 74Bellamy Funeral Home 77Big Canoe Tour of Homes 63Blackwell’s Jewelers 40Brawner Hall 77Brookwood Christian School 67Canton Festival of the Arts 70City of Acworth 32COBB EMC 57Cobb Hardware 79Cumberland Diamond Exchange 47Dermatology Consultants 13 & 29Dr. Boland McCamy 75 & 80Edward Jones - Udel Richardson 22Elon Salon 41Estes Earthworks 81Event Station 16Exactech 10Fabric & Fringe 36Fleming Carpet 53Gaines Park Senior Living 52Georgia Cancer Center 34Happy Trails Pet Center 69Harry Norman - Cobb Marietta 69Henry’s Louisiana Grill 16Indy Style Salon 26IVY LANE 46Johnson Ferry Baptist Church 23Julep’s Home Décor 58Kennesaw State Football Camps 71

Life Grocery 32Life University 17Loud Security 76Manders Dental 80Marietta Greek Festival 11Marietta Podiatry 26Mayes Ward - Dobbins Funeral Home 59Medford - Peden Funeral Home 72Miracle Method 70Mt. Bethel Christian School 62Mt. Paran Christian School 33North Cobb Spine & Nerve 37Northside Hospital 5Parc @ Piedmont 56Pinnacle Orthopaedics 9Plastic Surgery Center of the South 66Presbyterian Village 73Roswell Street Baptist Church 20Salon Spa Venessa 67Shrine Circus 49Sidney Rankin 58Skin Cancer Specialists 27Soriah Michelle Salon 52Sterling Estates Senior Living 12Superior Plumbing 2 & 72The Barter Company 78The Bottoms Group 7The Framery 22The Walker School 63Vibrant Smiles Family Cosmetic 61WellStar 84Wendy Bunch - ReMax Pure 83West Cobb Funeral Home 35White Rabbit 4Winnwood Retirement 48

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f e a t u r e s18 SUPER POWER Fairytaled Parties brings magic to children’s events 28 A MOTHER’S LOVE Cobb residents share lessons learned from their mom

30 DIY PARTY TIME Get crafty and creative with decor, games and more

68 TENT TIME We scout out some of the best camping spots in the area

FROM THE DIRECTOR 8TALK OF THE TOWN 10KID-FRIENDLY COBB 11 HIGHLIGHTS 72SCENE 75REFLECTIONS 82

in every issue

14 SPICE A taste of Mexico at El Nopal

24 HEALTH AND WELLNESS New trend encourages more to try mountain biking

64 WINE Gruner Veltliner and Vouvray have classic fruit freshness

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ON THE COVER: Mary Mead and Cal Hayes, children of Emilie and Chad Hayes of Marietta.

Photo by Shanda Crowe

h o m e & g a r d e n38 GOING GREEN IN THE GARDEN Home gardens that make a difference 42 LITTLE SPROUTS Having fun in the garden with Marietta twins

44 A VIEW FROM THE TOP Inside a Cobb home with breathtaking vistas

50 KITCHEN CLEANUP How to cut clutter

54 DREAM COME TRUE Marietta couple’s home has unique features

60 HOW TO BEE GOOD Gardeners can help boost the honeybee population

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The author by his grandaddy’s tiller circa 1975.

potions to transform themselves into werewolves, so the tomato’s similar, but much larger, fruit was called the “wolf peach” when it arrived in Europe from South America. How’s that for interesting? I am glad we stuck with the native moniker ‘Tomato’ instead of ‘Wolf Peach.’

>>>The aforementioned native moniker is ‘Tomatillo’ and hails from South America. The tomato was introduced to Western civili-zation from that part of the world where we translated the name to its current form.>>>All in all, there are over 7,500 tomato varieties that range from your basic beefsteak to your yellow maters, Romas and the endless variety of heirlooms and hybrids. These days, we take the tomato for granted. It’s in everything: Pizza, ketchup, Italian food, sauc-es, Bloody Mary’s and hundreds of more foods. Our society also developed the hot-house tomato phenomena, which, though the taste is a pale comparison to the real deal, still finds its way to tables across America on a daily basis. For me, I don’t eat a lot of

ketchup and order my food in restaurants without tomatoes. I will only eat them in the summer and if

they are truly homegrown. They not only taste better straight from the garden, but they’re juicier and have more character in their shapes and sizes. But, I suspect another part of it is that it takes me back to spending summers at my grandparents’ home, piddling in the garden, the thick scent of tomato plants hanging in the humid air and a sense of wonder with the world. Somewhere as I dabble in my own plot, I imagine I try to catch a bit of that feeling. A lost stab at innocence and maybe even imagine the spirit of my granddaddy smiling on me. Best, Mark Wallace Maguire

Big Boy. Early Girl. Velvet Red. Snowberry. Red Star. These are just a few of the distinctive names culled from the tomato fam-ily and each summer I am usually blessed enough to have a few of these tasty and wonderfully-named fruits grace my garden. I have always harbored a special fondness for tomatoes and, especially, tomato plants. I imagine it began with the unique scent the plants possess and I have traced my affinity for it back roughly 40 years ago when I would spend a couple of weeks each summer at my Maguire grandparents’ home in Thomaston, Georgia. There, each summer, my grand-daddy (a gentleman farmer before the term became trendy) would labor like the devil to get any growth from that stubborn clay soil. As my grandmother reminisced on red clay, “We would dig a hole, fill it up with water, and then come back three days later and the water was still there.” Regardless of the stubborn soil or the heat, my granddaddy always coaxed several tomato plants from his garden. Spending time outdoors with him in and around his vegetable garden planted in my fertile mind a love for the sensory delights of tomatoes and their vines. Through the years, my affinity for the homegrown red delights has only increased. Around ten years ago, my wife and I moved next door to the late and great Henry and Iris Atkins of Smyrna. The Atkins not only taught me much about life and faith, but also awakened a dormant gardener in me by re-introducing me to the sublimity of a homegrown tomato. I soon began growing my own and was ad-dicted. If nothing else, I found a sublime peace in nostalgia by rubbing my fingers along the stems of the plants and then inhaling deeply, transporting my soul back to being a toddler at my grand-daddy’s feet as he picked and plucked and hoed his tomatoes. During the last few years, my interest in the fruit (a term I still can’t honestly say without thinking how is it not a vegetable) has expounded into the wonderful world of tomato varieties and, subsequently, their names. The Big Boys. The Early Girls. The Velvet Reds and literally the thousands of other names I don’t have the space to mention. I did a small amount of research for this column on the etymology of tomatoes and dug up some interesting facts. >>>The tomato’s Latin name is lycopersicum which means “wolf peach.” Yes, wolf peach - and is derived from German werewolf myths. These leg-ends said the deadly nightshade plant was used by witches and sorcerers in

F R O M T H E D I R E C T O R

WOLF PEACH and EARLY GIRL

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TALK OF THE TOWN

EVENTS The Inaugural Saving Susan Min-istry Gala was a great success on March 28 at American Spirit Works in Atlanta. The ministry exceeded its fundraising goal and will establish a foundation for Orphan College Education in countries where adop-tions are closed because of human trafficking. The Christ centered ministry seeks to reverse the effects of orphan abandonment in Cambodia by connecting children with loving parent partners that provide parental support by developing relationships through use of technology such as Skype as well as financial support. Visit savingsusanministry.org for more information. One hundred sixty-seven people attended the sold out event including guests from Marietta and Kennesaw including Robyn and Wes Askren, Kristy and Pastor Craig Bowler, Shirley and Jack Baskin, Melanie and John Cain, Tricia and David

Delk, Claire and Bill Leisy, Cheryl and Bill Musial, Melissa and Dr. Harold McLen-don, Marty and Wesley Wetherington along with out of town guests Connie and Al Seeba of Oakridge North Car-olina, Scott Hutter of Davenport, Iowa, and Rich and Drew Allen of Prosper, Texas.

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HONORS AND AWARDS

Jerrie V. Paschal received rec-ognition for serving 25 years as executive director of Right in the Community. Ed Thomas, president of the Board of Right in the Commu-nity, presented Jerrie with a plaque of gratitude for her service to this organization that serves children and adults with developmental disabili-ties.

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Cumberland Diamond Exchange was honored on April 3 for their years of support for the American Cancer Society’s Pink Ribbon Golf Classic. A special presentation was made by CDE’s owners Rhonda and Mark Jacobson. Each year, they have designed a special one-of-kind piece for ACS’s live auction as well as a charity charm that they sell in the store and donate 50 percent to the Pink Ribbon Golf

Classic. Last year, the piece raised $1,500. This year’s Pink Ribbon Golf Classic is scheduled for Oct. 5.

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The American Business Women of America, Marietta Charter Chapter, presented Mary Frances Grisham with the Woman of the Year award at their luncheon meeting on Feb. 20 at the Atlanta Hilton/Marietta Conference Center. Grisham has been a member of ABWA for 29 years and served as president in 2012–14. She has also served in the Mariet-ta Community as a member of the Marietta Woman’s Club, Highway Garden Club of Marietta, Marietta Council of Garden Clubs, Anne Hathaway Garden Club and Eastern Star, along with other worthy organizations in and around Marietta. She is currently serving as ABWA Membership Chairperson. Linda Voyles, president of the chapter, presented her with a clock for her much appreciated service.

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CELEBRATIONS

On March 15, Katherine Kile, also known as “Kitty” to many in Cobb County, celebrated her 90th birthday. She was born in Marietta and lived here her entire life. She graduated from Marietta High in 1943 and is a retiree of Cobb County Water Department. Kitty shared this special day with her husband of 69 years, David Kile at Atherton Place, where they have resided for more than five years. Also with David and Kitty were their daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Bill Harrison, some of their grandchildren, some of their great-grandchildren, and their only great great grandchild. This was a special time for five Cobb County generations.

By Sally Litchfield

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KID-FRIENDLY COBBEvents and act iv it ies for chi ldren 10 and under

Smyrna Food Truck TuesdaysTaylor-Brawner Park 3180 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, 30080Every Tuesday, May 5 through Sept. 29from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Smyrna Food Truck Tuesdays has become a favorite among locals. Enjoy gourmet food trucks along with music and entertainment. The park has a playground and wide open spaces to play games. Check www.Facebook.com/CityofSmyrnaGa for weekly updates and a list of scheduled trucks.

Tales for Tots Whole Foods Market Merchant’s Walk Community Room1311 Johnson Ferry Road, NE, Marietta, 30068May 12 (Every Tuesday) at 10 a.m.

The local re-used bookstore, Once and Again Books, reads a story, followed by a craft activity.

Free Crafts for KidsLakeshore Learning4287 Roswell Rd., Marietta, 30062May 9 (every Saturday) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Ages: 3 and up

Children get an instruction sheet to make crafts; resources available in the store. May 9 is Garden Blooms Photo Frame; May 16 is Hot Air Balloon; May 23 is Memorial Day Flag; May 30 is Hello Sunshine Mobile770.578.3100; www.lakeshorelearning.com

Junior Chef Classes Williams-Sonoma4475 Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30062May 16 (every Saturday) at 10 a.m.Ages: 5 to 13

Children learn to make recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way. For more details, contact your local store. Class times may vary by location. Space is limited, so call the store nearest you to register.678.560.3660; www.williams-sonoma.com

Camp Gideon Friends and Family Day3545 Walden Ln, Acworth, 30102May 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day of swimming, canoeing, volleyball and more at the campsite. Staff will be on hand to answer questions regarding programs. Camp Gideon is a Christian camp and retreat facility located on Lake Allatoona. Weekend and week-long camping programs for children are ongoing throughout the summer.www.campgideon.com; 770.974.7744

Escalade Climbing Gym Family Night3694 Kennesaw South Industrial Dr, Kennesaw, 30144Friday and Saturday nights from 6 to 9 p.m.Cost: $18 per person

Rock climbing is a great way to bond with the family. Escalade’s Family Night includes: Three hours of climbing, harness rental, free pizza, and guided services to help climb on the walls. Walk-ins and beginner climbers are welcome. No experience necessary and you can climb at your own pace.770.794.1575; www.escaladegym.com

Acworth Slide: World’s Largest Inflatable Water SlideDallas Landing Park on the Beach5120 Allatoona Drive, Acworth, 30101May 15 to August 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Cost: $4 for one slide; $8 unlimited slides for one hour; $16 unlimited slides per day; Season Pass: $60 per person

The 175-foot long and 36-foot high slide can be seen from across the lake. Each slider must be 42 inches or taller. Young sliders that meet the height requirement may ride with a parent to get acclimated to the slide. Swim diapers are not allowed.404.406.6996; www.acworthslide.com

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Young Sprouts – Garden StoriesSmith Gilbert Gardens2382 Pine Mountain Rd., Kennesaw, 30152May 20 (Every third Wednesday) at 10:30 a.m. Ages: 3 to 6Cost: SGG Member Child, $5; Non-Member Child, $7. Adults pay regular admission; additional participating children are $5 each. Pre-registration is recommended.

Children and their caregiver will enjoy a story on a garden-related topic. May 20 is Flower Power. Accompanying activities may include related arts, crafts, dance or organized play. Participation includes admission to the Gardens.www.smithgilbertgardens.com; 770.919.0248

Chess Night South Cobb Regional Library805 Clay Road, Mableton, 30126 May 26 from 6 to 8 p.m.

The library will have chess boards, books about chess and a place to play and meet other chess aficionados in Cobb County.Contact: Brazos Price, 678.398.5828

Moovies at The Mable presents ‘Big Hero 6’Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre5239 Floyd Rd., Mableton, 30126May 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Pack a picnic and enjoy a night outside at the movies. The Academy Award winning animated film tells the

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story of a 14-year-old robotics prodigy who forms a high-tech superhero team—including the adorable, plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax—to combat a masked villain. The film has many touching moments and life lessons about loss, friendship and not giving up on your dream. 770.819.7765; www.mablehouse.org

Plan ahead:Youth Dance and Aerial Camp The Space Atlanta, LLC.4620-A South Atlanta Rd, Smyrna, 30339June 15 to19 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday to FridayAges: 6 to 8Cost: $200

In this three-hour camp, your child will be exposed to the basics of ballet, modern dance, aerial arts and gymnastics, and creative movement. Children will learn basic poses for aerial arts with fabric, as well as fundamental gymnastics moves such as rolls and cartwheels. A snack will be provided. The creative movement exploration will give them a chance to express themselves through dance in their own unique way.

Worth the gas money:

Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical Alliance Theatre’s Hertz StageMay 27 to June 281280 Peachtree Street NEAtlanta, 30309 Based on the beloved children’s book by Mo Willems, Knuffle Bunny comes to life in this funny, heart-warming, one-act production.

In conjunction with this production, the High Museum of Art at the Woodruff Arts Center will present “Seriously Silly: A Decade of Art and Whimsy by Mo Willems” from May 23, 2015 to Jan. 10, 2016. The retrospective of illustrations by the best-selling artist and author will feature more than 100 works —from preliminary drawings to completed illustrations — that chronicle the past 12 years of Willems’ whimsical world, populated by his beloved characters Knuffle Bunny, Elephant and Piggie, the Pigeon, and many more.http://alliancetheatre.org/

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By Meredith PrudenPhotography by Shanda Crowe

Didn’t get to take that vacation to Cancun for spring break this year? Never fear! You can still get a little slice of the Mexican Riviera right here in Cobb County. Sure, you won’t be wiggling your toes in white sand or taking a dip in the azure blue waters of the Gulf, but the authentic, flavorful cuisine and refresh-ing libations of Marietta’s El Nopal will tapatio all over your tastebuds and take you on a culinary journey sure to transport you south of the border. Owner Diane Hammond (and her husband Greg) knows a thing or two about serving up fresh fare that consistently delights her customers. She’s been a mainstay in the restaurant since her parents purchased it when she was only 12 years old, so she’s spent a lifetime perfecting her craft. Now, 23 years later, she’s taken over the family business. One thing that hasn’t changed with the ownership? The quality and genuine flair of the food. “We’re true Mexican food,” Hammond said. “We make ev-erything fresh. Nothing is out of a can or a bag, and nothing is frozen. We stay away from all that stuff, and we don’t pre-cook anything. It takes a little longer, but it’s worth it.”

From standard staples like tacos, enchiladas and tamales (made fresh daily), to a variety of house specialties, there’s nothing typical about the food at El Nopal. Instead, it’s an edible fiesta in a culinary landscape of pre-packaged restaurant meals— making it totally worth the wait! Start off with shareable starters, including the perfectly blend-ed queso, guacamole or salsa— all expertly seasoned with just the right amount of spice. Add one of Diana’s Specialty Margar-itas (an all-natural and freshly squeezed version of a Mexican classic) or a Michelada (an El Nopal take on the brunch favorite Bloody Mary), and you’ve got yourself the start of a truly mem-orable meal. Entrees, including the House Favorite Sabana, will leave you wanting to lick the plate. Slices of two tender skirt steaks grilled with onions and poblano peppers in green sauce and doused in cheese come accompanied by rice, beans, a savory cheese corn quesadilla and a side of guacamole. It’s enough food to split, but you won’t want to share.

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Top, D’s salad with cauliflower, avocado, fresh tomato, broccoli, carrots and mushrooms over a bed of spinach and topped with shrimp. Above, owners Diane and Greg Hammond. Right, a fresh Cazadores margarita with fresh-squeezed lime juice, orange juice and Cazadores tequila.Opposite page: D’s Eggs features two eggs served over easy then topped with steak and green sauce and rimmed in avocado, fresh tomatoes and onions.

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One of the restaurant’s most popular dishes, the Choripollo, looks a bit like a supreme quesadilla at first glance, but is actually grilled chicken breast topped with chorizo and cheese sauce and served with rice, lettuce, tomato and avocado. Talk about a tasty surprise! Looking for something on the lighter side? You’re in luck! Hammond invented an entree salad that fills you up in all the right ways. It’s called D’s Salad, and it proves you can, in fact, eat healthy at a Mexican joint. This bed of lettuce and spinach is topped with broccoli, cau-liflower, carrots, avocado, onions and tomato and comes with your choice of chicken, beef, shrimp or, for the undecid-ed amongst us, all three. Be sure to save room for dessert. You won’t regret rounding out your meal with the caramel-filled Churros (little sticks of ooey-gooey fried goodness) or the Tres Leches cake, which is moist, light and a perfect end to a summertime dinner with family and friends. Get on down to El Nopal today, and grab a spot on the covered patio or at the full bar and enjoy a vacation for your mouth. You’ll quickly forget you’re still in Marietta.

El Nopal611 Cobb Pkwy North

Marietta770-424-5527

Check out their web site at www.elnopal-marietta.com for weekly specials, including

Margarita Mondays, live music nights, brunch and lunch buffets

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Turn your child’s birthday into a Fairytaled event

bam!

By Stacey L. EvansPhotography by Shanda Crowe

Opposite page: Top left, Fairytaled Par-ties owner Brandon Opitz, dressed as Spi-der Hero, talks to 2-year-old Ashe Drennan of Smyrna, at East Cobb Park. Middle left, Opitz practices some super-hero moves with Kaden Schwarzell, 3, of Roswell. Bot-tom left, Opitz, as Bat Hero, gives Spencer Norman, 5, of East Cobb, a dog-shaped balloon. Bottom right, even adults can’t resist a selfie with a superhero.

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yeah!By Stacey L. EvansPhotography by Shanda Crowe

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Brandon Opitz, Superhero in Chief of Fairytaled Parties, donned his Spider Hero costume for a photo shoot at East Cobb Park. It didn’t take long for excited children to begin swarming him to ask very important superhero questions and to take photos.

randon Opitz appeared to be a typ-ical student when he attended the University of Georgia. He was a psychology major, and spent much of his time on campus involved in intramural football

and softball.But on the weekends, he would go home, slip

into a red and blue masked costume, and re-enter the world as a superhero.

He wasn’t out fighting crime in dark alleys, but he was bringing joy and wonder to children in his part-time gig dressing up as Spiderman to entertain at parties. He loved the job and continued it until graduation.

“It was incredibly gratifying,” he said. “I was bringing this child’s dream to life. He was able to meet his hero and I was a part of that moment.”

After earning his bachelor’s, Brandon traded in the superhero costume for a suit and tie. He worked in pharmaceutical sales and at insurance companies, but underneath the corporate attire he was still a superhero at heart.

“Everybody always asked me what my favorite job I ever had was and I would say being Spiderman and working with kids,” Brandon said.

One day a light bulb suddenly came on in his head: He could start his own business.

His vision, Fairytaled Parties, presents themed parties for children with their choice of costumed

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characters he has available, including Bat Hero, Spider Hero and a number of princesses.

“You know when you think about what you want to do with your life and if you’re happy or not? I decided I didn’t want to work behind a desk anymore and I knew I really wanted to get out and work with children. And on top of that, who doesn’t want to grow up and be a superhero? So I figured this would be a fun way to spend the rest of my life, and I wanted to do whatever I could to make this happen.”

Brandon wants his parties to be truly memora-ble experiences for kids. He and his mother Becky Opitz brainstormed creative ways to keep kids engaged. The superhero parties are geared toward ‘superhero training.’ Games follow that theme.

“We do a sack race which I say is an agility test; tug of war helps you work on your strength and the parachute games are hand-eye coordination. Then I make them balloon swords and we begin our combat practice,” said Brandon. “We also do magic tricks… superheroes have to be able to deceive their opponents, you’ve got to have some magic in what you do. They all get superhero tat-toos. At the end of it, we have a special certificate that states ‘this day in history will be a special day and you are now deemed a superhero by The League of Superheroes.’”

Princess parties have similar activities, but with a different slant — princess training.

An egg race teaches how to walk like a prin-cess. Princess Says, like Simon Says, has the princesses-in-training follow commands such as ‘do a princess curtsey’ or a ‘princess twirl.’ The princess parties also have parachute games.

“We will take a stuffed animal like Olaf and toss it around or play duck, duck goose. The prin-cesses also do story time and face painting. At the end of the party, The Princess Council declares that [the children] are now recognized as official princesses.”

Just as important as the games and activities is creating a magical environment and bringing the characters to life, said Brandon. That’s why he in-vested in superior costumes that are custom-made. The details and quality make a big difference in presenting the superhero or princess persona as ‘real.’ He also trains his fellow performers on how to present themselves as part of that fairytale. For Brandon, it’s ingrained in him.

Right, Brandon Opitz, dressed as Spi-der Hero, poses with Sadie Mann, 3, of Sandy Springs, at East Cobb Park. Left, Opitz with Kaden Schwar-zell, 3, of Roswell.

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“I thrive off of positive people and the environment I’m in,” said the outgoing personality. “When I am in costume and see the excite-ment of all the guests and birthday kid, it fuels my personality.”

He transforms into that superhero and the children really respond to his energy.

“It’s just like having your inner child — you can be goofy and be fun,” he said. “The things kids say and the way they react, there is never a dull moment. Hero and princess movies are so captivating to these kids … bringing a world that they just saw in TV or the movies to life for them ... it’s enjoyable to see their excitement over it. To think this could be my career — just having fun with children, that is a great job.”

Mesmerizing costumed characters who come armed with structured activities translates to less stress for party-planning parents.

“Parents are always shocked that I am able to get 20 kids to listen to me for an hour,” said Brandon. “It’s a really captivat-ing party. So if you’re worried what to do and you want to keep something simple at the house, I can’t think of anything better than this.”

In addition to keeping children entertained for an hour or two, Fairytaled Parties will give them memories to last forever.

“Plus the pictures,” said Brandon. “Everybody wants a ton of pictures.”

Parties are booked by the hour regardless of activities per-formed. Find pricing, availability and list of characters at

http://fairytaledparties.com or call 770.844.8146.

Fairytaled Parties has a variety of princesses to choose from for booking parties.

THE MAN BEHIND THE MASK: Superhero in Chief Brandon Opitz.

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FAT-TIRE BIKING

STABILITY & EXTRA GRIP MAKE

A HITBy John Marshall, AP

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FAT-TIRE BIKING

A HITBy John Marshall, AP

A small group guided by Billy Koitzsch of Arctic Cycles enjoy their first fat biking experience on ice on Eklutna Lake in A.K. Studded tires are necessary for this trip. (AP Photo/ArcticCycles.com, Erica Koitzsch)

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There’s a new trend in mountain biking: Fat is in.

Not the riders. The tires.Big, puffy tires that look like something NASA developed in case

someone ever wanted to ride on the moon.Yes, they look a little strange, but these fat-tire bikes have a smooth

ride, even over the toughest terrain, and are an awful lot of fun to ride.“You look at them and go, they’re kind of goofy, but once you ride

one, it’s kind of hard to go back to a traditional mountain bike because of the additional stability and grip that you get,” said Greg Smith, an enthusiast who started the website Fat-Bike.com.

Fat-tire bikes have been around for decades; photos from a 1982 Iditasport race in Alaska show a bike with two wheels welded together for an easier ride over the snow.

The bikes started to become popular in the early 2000s in places where riders wanted to combat the snow, like Alaska and the Midwest, particularly Wisconsin, Michigan and Minnesota. Riders also took up fat-tire riding in sandy areas of New Mexico, Texas and Colorado.

The trend has spread across the country, spurred by major manufac-turers jumping into fat-bikes around 2010. Now the puffy-tired rides are the fastest-growing segment of the bicycle industry and can be found from the deserts of Arizona to the beaches of Florida.

“It’s the ultimate adventure bike,” said Billy Koitzsch of Arctic Cy-cles in Anchorage, Alaska. “It’s just a lot of a fun being able to go over more obstacles. Your height and width profile are going to be able to get you over rocks with more ease.”

Stability is the key component.Regular mountain bikes have tires 2 1-2 inches or less in diameter,

which works well on trails or dirt paths. But those tires also tend to slide out from under riders on corners when there’s anything loose on the trail like gravel or sand. They also get bogged down when the terrain gets softer, as with snow or heavy sand.

Fat-bike tires are 4 to 5 inches in diameter, looking like someone put dirt-bike tires on a mountain bike. The wider base puts more rubber on the ground, providing extra stability and traction. Fat-bike riders also use lower pressures in the tires, which adds balance and grip.

“It’s like a mountain bike on steroids,” said Smith, who lives in Mil-waukee. “You can’t just put these tires on a traditional mountain bike because there isn’t enough clearance, but the basic mechanics are the same, just enlarged to take that bigger tire.”

In the early days, fat-tire bikes were homemade contraptions by rid-ing enthusiasts who sewed tires together and welded or pinned regular rims into one bigger one. They also took welding torches to frames and forks, creating extra space to accommodate the puffy treads.

The fat-bike industry took a big leap forward in 2005, when Surly introduced the purple Puglsey, which had 65-millimeter rims and the 3.7-inch Endomorph tire. By 2010, nearly every major bike manufactur-er had a fat bike on the market. Now, there are three-wheeled varieties, smaller versions for kids — the aptly-named Fatboy — and even fat-tire unicycles.

Riding groups have taken up the fat-bike craze, often riding in large groups along beaches or across the snow, and there are fat-bike races, including 1,000-mile Iditasport races across the snowy tundra of Alaska.

“It brings people back to cycling: ‘Oh, I used to do that, that was fun,’” said Koitzsch.

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By Sara Moulton

Most people reach for prepared salad dressings because on busy weeknights they just can’t handle the thought of whipping up yet something else. Because after cooking a main course and some sides and tossing together a salad, who has the time and energy to make a dressing?

I get it. It’s convenient. But homemade dressings are so much better, they really are worth the trouble. Homemade dressings not only are fresher and taste better, they also are better for you. The good news is that making dressing doesn’t have to be a daily chore. In just five minutes you can prep one big batch of dressing for the entire week.

BASIC VINAIGRETTE

Start to finish: 5 minutes | Makes 1 cup

1/4 cup acid (see choices below)2 teaspoons kosher salt2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper3/4 cup oil

In a 1-cup measuring cup or screw-top jar, combine the acid, salt, mustard and pepper. Whisk (or cover and shake if using a jar) until the salt is dissolved. Add the oil in a steam while whisking (or add the oil all at once and shake if using a jar). Store in the refrigerator. Let the vinaigrette come to room temperature before using.

Nutrition information per tablespoon: 90 calories; 90 calories from fat (100 percent of total calories); 10 g fat (1.5 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 0 mg cholesterol; 0 g carbohydrate; 0 g fiber; 0 g sugar; 0 g protein; 260 mg sodium.

ACID SUGGESTIONS (listed from most to least acidic):

Sherry vinegarRed wine vinegarBalsamic vinegarWhite wine and Champagne vinegarsCider vinegarRice vinegarRaspberry vinegarFresh lemon, lime, orange or grapefruit juice

Want to cut down the vinaigrette’s calorie count? Cut down the amount of oil. Depending on my mood, I’ll swap in chicken broth, pureed fresh tomato or roasted red pepper, or pureed (very ripe) pear, all of which contribute flavor and body. Sugar, too, can replace oil, which is why relatively sweet balsamic vinegar requires relatively less oil for balance in a vinaigrette. But I ‘m not a fan of sugar in dressings. We already eat way too much.

Mastering the simple vinaigretteTIP: There’s no reason to confine vinaigrettes to the salad bar. They can perk up grilled vegetables, chicken or steak, and they partner up beautifully with fish.

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We’ve probably all heard the dreaded, “I hope you have one just like you someday,” which at the time you take as a compliment, not the curse it’s meant to be. But, as children become

adults the wisdom of the later becomes clear. As Mother’s Day approaches we’ve asked residents to share what lessons they’ve learned from mom.

the wisdom ofmomMake your bed every day.

Growing up, “Because I said so,” is how Angela Smith recalls the rationale behind her mother’s insistence she make her bed every day.

Now, with three children of her own, Smith understands the wisdom be-hind the mandate.

“Every morning we make our beds because it lessens the chaos of the day,” she said. “When you walk into your room at the end of the day and the bed is nice and made you just go, ‘ahhh…’”

Growing up in a “totally Southern” way in Marietta, Smith said her mom also instilled in her the value and importance of celebrating holidays and birthdays.

“The way you celebrate the occasions of life anchors you as you grow up and those traditions are a means of passing on important things to the next generation,” she said.

Be gracious. Ask Emmy Staton’s mother for help, and her

first answer is always, “yes.” Even as her husband battled cancer through surgeries and chemotherapy, she did “95 percent” of her daughter’s wedding planning.

“Looking back I can’t believe she did that,” Staton said. “And, she did it all with a smile on her face. I never once heard her complain, and I feel like I’m complaining all the time!”

With two toddlers of her own now, and anoth-er baby on the way, Staton pays her mother what is perhaps, the highest compliment a mother can receive:

“In hindsight, she was right; she’s always been right.”Angela Smith, right, with her mother Nancy Matheny. Angela’s parents moved

to Ellijay from Marietta 10 years ago.

-Angela Smith, Marietta

-Emmy Staton, Marietta

Emmy Staton, right, with her mom Gail King of Marietta.

Compiled by Jennifer Hafer and Michael Pallerino

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In baseball, the greatest pitchers usually can command three great pitches and throw them for strikes. While my mom might not have been a Major League

pitcher, she pitched three great lessons to me that I was able to catch and run with.

Be intelligentKids picked on me in elementary school

because of my unisex first name, Courteney. My mom gave me the name so that I would be recognized as intelligent before anybody met me in person. For me, intelligence is knowing what to do while being spiritually, mentally, emotion-ally and physically able to do what you know how to do.As a batting instructor and co-founder of

L.E.A.D., I am blessed to do a lot of amazing things with young people.It was that name that holds me accountable for

being intelligent.

Believe in yourselfMy mom gave birth to me when she was 16. She

didn’t have a manual on how to be the perfect mom. What she knew how to do was work hard. My parents wanted great things for me. That’s why my mom gave me the opportunities to experience significant things. To do that, she had to remain focused, make sacrifices

and be in control. Despite financial limitations at the time, she had to believe in herself. That’s what good moms do. Her belief and guidance helped me believe in myself

so that I can do God’s will.

Remain in GodMy mom taught me that it was impossible to do any-

thing without God. I was raised in a home of worship, which was the greatest gift she gave me. I still follow that path today because I have a praying mother.

-CJ Stewart, Acworth

CJ Stewart lives in Acworth. His mother, Bertha Gail Stewart, also lives in Acworth.

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Another school year is in the books and summer is almost upon us. What better way to celebrate the

most relaxed season of them all than a backyard pool party?! Invite your friends, invite your family, invite the neighbors and don’t worry if you don’t have an

in-ground pool out your patio door because there are plenty of DIY ways to turn your lawn into a tropical

oasis fit for bathing suits and flip flops.

We’ve crafted an aloha summer for under $200 (food and all), and you can do it too!

From invitations and games to decor and food, these simple projects give your guests a party to remember

— and let you keep your cool to boot!

Aloha Y’all

By Meredith Pruden * Photography by Shanda Crowe

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Above, the summer party table display. Food includes Sea Cucumber Dip, below left, and octopus-shaped Beach Blondies, bottom right. Top right, Addison Thomas plays beach skeeball. Bottom middle, Addison demon-strates the water balloon piñata game.

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M A T E R I A L SRPool noodleRScrapbooking paperRPopsicle/craft sticksRMarker OR printed inviteRScissors/Exacto knifeRHot glue gunRSpray adhesive

I N S T R U C T I O N S

1. Cut a length of noodle to approximately 6 inches.2. Shave off the 2 outsides of the cut noodle, and trim them into popsicle shapes.3. Trace the shape of the noodle popsicle shapes onto scrapbooking paper, and cut out your trace.4. Hot glue all the pieces together in this order: •Sticks to the back of scrapbooking paper•Noodle to sticks and paper (put hot glue on paper NOT noodle to adhere)5.Trim any excess paper around the edges of your assembled noodsicles.6. Use spray adhesive to glue the printed invite on, or write invitation in Sharpie marker.

These whimsical “noodsicles” are a great place to set the theme of your aloha summer bash. Choose a noodle in your favorite color (or mix it up with multi colors), and select complementary scrapbooking paper to set that endless summer mood.

DIY TIP: Keep unused bits of scrapbooking paper to make signs for games and accentuate other decor to carry your theme throughout the party. These little touches can make a good decor really great.

Noodsic le Inv i tesTotal cost: $0.45 per inviteDifficulty level: Intermediate

Total cost: $25 Difficulty level: Advanced


1. Inflate all beach balls and rings.2. Figure out the pattern you want for your columns and lay them out in that order.3. Glue the beach balls and rings in that order.4. Secure using string or a wooden support.

DECORBeach Bal l Columns These super cute beach ball col-umns aren’t a difficult project in theory, but you’re going to want some help setting these up. Extra sets of hands are key, and the larger the beach balls, the easier it will be. For the more experienced and adventurous DIYer, you can also try a full beach ball archway — don’t say we didn’t warn you.

M A T E R I A L SR12 large beach ballsR8 inflatable water ringsRQuick dry plastic bonding glueRString or bamboo for wooden support

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Tropical Parasol Topiar yTotal cost: $11Difficulty level: Beginner

M A T E R I A L SRCocktail umbrellasRSand bucketRStyrofoam ball and block (in the floral department)RWooden dowel RSandRKnife

I N S T R U C T I O N S1. Cut the styrofoam block to a size that fits snugly inside of the sand bucket, and set in bucket. 2. Stick the wooden dowel in the top of the styrofoam block.3. Fill the bucket with sand to cover the styrofoam block. 4. Stick cocktail umbrellas into the styrofoam ball in a pattern of your choosing, leaving a space at the bottom.

5. Stick the completed ball onto the top of the wooden dowel.

These low cost, easy to craft topiaries make for the perfect table centerpiece. We’ve kept it basic here, but you can jazz it up by painting the wooden dowel to match your theme, or even add a smaller cocktail umbrella and bit of tropical cloth to simulate a beach towel and umbrella. Use them solo (one on each table) or group them in assorted heights (like we did for our food table here) for an eye-catching display.

Total cost: $8Difficulty level: Beginner

M A T E R I A L SRNoodleRCocktail umbrellasRRibbonRDuct TapeRScissors


1. Form noodle into

wreath shape, and tape the ends together (noo-dles are cheaper than wreath forms).

2. Stick cocktail umbrel-las into the noodle in a pattern of your choosing.

3. Cut off the pointy ends of umbrellas that may be sticking out (safety glass-es recommended).

4. Tie a ribbon of your choosing around the top to hang.

Tropical Parasol WreathWho said the holidays are the only time to have a

wreath on your door? Greet your guests at the front door (or fence gate) with this colorful parasol wreath. This is a great place to use that leftover scrapbook paper to add a “Come on in” or directional sign to your wreath, saving you trips to the door and allowing time to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

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When you’re lucky enough to have a backyard pool, the party games are ready made. For those throwing their party on the lawn, these fun, themed activities add some beachy flair and splashing good times:

I N S T R U C T I O N S1. Paint ping pong balls to look like beach balls or just in beachy colors to match your theme, and let dry. 2. Make value signs for buckets using Sharpie marker and paper, vinyl lettering machine and paper or printed from graphic design program.3. Affix signage to buckets using duct tape4. Fill bottom of bucket with sand to level on grass surfaces and limit movement. 5. Arrange on lawn in ascending order.6. Use a noodle for the throw line.

Aloha Skeebal lTotal cost: $10 Difficulty level: Intermediate

GAMES

M A T E R I A L SRSand bucketsRPing pong ballsRAcrylic paintRPaint brush/spongeRPaperRSharpie marker OR vinyl letters OR printed graphic design RDuct tapeRNoodle

R U L E S1. Organize players into a line behind the throw line. 2. Each player takes turns attempting to throw allotted number of ping pong balls into the valued buckets. 3. Keep track of each players point total.4. After each player has had a turn, the player with the most points wins (have a prize or prizes ready!)Addison Thomas plays Aloha Skeeball.

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At West Cobb Funeral Home,we have been committed to serving the families of our community for the past 18 years. Recently, we have renovated and added a tranquil pavilion which adjoins ourspacious family reception room.See why more families are choosing our home, our services andour facilities.

Water Bal loon PiñataTotal cost: $8Difficulty level: Beginner

MATERIALSRPack of water balloonsRStringRPencils, wooden skewers or plastic batRBandana for blindfold

INSTRUCTIONS1. Fill water balloons using yard hose, and tie them off.2. Tie string to each balloon.3. Hang balloons in staggered spacing from a tree or trellis (if you don’t have a tree with lots of branches or trellis, tie a string between two posts or trees and then hang balloons from that).

RULES1. Organize players into a line. 2. Blindfold the first player, and spin them around 3 times. 3. Give the player the bat, and let them swing for 30 seconds. 4. Repeat with next player in line, and repeat until all balloons are popped.

Beach Bal l CroquetTotal cost: $14Difficulty level: Beginner

M A T E R I A L SR9 noodles R18 wooden dowels or skewersRBeach Balls (4: 1 for each player)RYard sale stickersRSharpie marker

I N S T R U C T I O N S1. Set up croquet court in style of your choosing by stabbing 2 wooden dowels into the ground for each noodle.2. Slide noodles over wooden dowels.3. Have each player write their initials on a sticker with the marker and adhere to their beach ball.

RULESThe object of the game is to advance the balls through the course by kicking them through the noodle wickets in the correct order. The winner is the first person to make it back through the starting wickets. Each player only has one shot per turn— unless a bonus shot is earned by scoring a wicket (going through a wicket) or hitting another ball.

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Beach B londiesTotal cost: $14Difficulty level: Intermediate

INGREDIENTS: Butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking soda, salt, vanilla, white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, rainbow sprinkles, royal icing, powdered sugar, merange powder, water and food coloring.

Sea Cucumber DipTotal cost: $4.50Difficulty level: Beginner

INGREDIENTS: 2 large cucumbers, 8 sprigs chopped dill, 1 package cream cheese, mayonnaise and blue food coloring.

ABOUT THE CRAFTERSRLong-time Cherokee Life writer Meredith Pruden loves getting crafty with her

friends. She lives in East Cobb with her son, Kaine (17). Find her at pinterest.com/mere13. RLesley Jones is a Cobb native who works in medical device sales— preventing

cancer by day and getting crafty at night. She lives near the Chattahoochee River corridor in South Cobb with her rag doll cat, Baby.

Find her at pinterest.com/buggyjones.RLesley’s crafty business partner, Kathleen Brown, created all the fun food for

our DIY summer pool party. You can find her online at www.CallUsSuzy.com to get the full recipes for Beach Blondies, Sea Cucumber Dip, Fresh Fruit Pops and Pop Popcorn and also on Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/callussuzy. RMegan Thomas lives in Canton with her husband, Spence, and their three

children: Brady (15), Griffin (11) and Addison (7, and our model for the games). They also have a son, Cole (18) who is a freshman at Kennesaw State University.

Find her at www.pinterest.com/meg4kids

LOCATIONS : Special thanks to Vinings Main in Cobb for use of their pool and to Woodmont Golf and Country Club in Cherokee for use of their lush grass.

VININGS MAIN (3621 Vinings Slope SE, Atlanta 30339) www.viningsmain.com; 770.433.0401.

WOODMONT GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB (3105 Gaddis Rd., Canton 30115) www.woodmontgolfclub.com; 770.345.9260.

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Fresh Fru i t PopsTotal cost: $3.50Difficulty level: Beginner

INGREDIENTS: 1 batch Crystal Light lemonade, fresh blueberries, fresh strawberries and popsicle molds.

Pop PopcornTotal cost: $6Difficulty level: Beginner

INGREDIENTS: 2 bags sweet and salty popcorn, white chocolate chips, rainbow sprinkles and blue food coloring. (Pictured above).

EASY EXTRAS : Add some easy extras like a beach ball sprinkler (we purchased on the cheap from Amazon), and leftovers from your projects (cocktail umbrellas, sand buckets, inflatable beach balls and rings) to add to your decor and ensure your theme is prevalent throughout the pool area or yard. >>> We’ve also used an inflatable baby pool (for under $10 from

Amazon) to hold beverages and used a blue foam kick board we found at Dollar Tree as a backdrop for our food table. Signage like this can be made using a vinyl lettering machine, a graphic design program or the old-fashioned way—by hand.

Full recipes available online at www.CallUsSuzy.com.

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Why Haven't People With Shoulder PainBeen Told These Facts?

If you’re over the age of 30 and have rotator cuff problems, frozen shoulder, or arthritis, there is hope.A local doctor is helping patients increase shoulder strength, improve motion, and eliminate shoulder pain.

Finally, you can be pain free again – even if you’ve got the most excruciating shoulder pain you have ever felt.

Does your shoulder pain build up when you move it wrong or is it a sudden sharp pain shooting from your neck into your arm?Do you have difficulty just washing your hair or even scratching your back? Have you had to give up golf because of your shoulder pain?

Nothing’s worse than feeling great mentally, but physically feeling held back from life because your shoulder hurts and the pain just won’t go away! My name is Dr. Erin Arnold, owner of North Cobb Spine & Nerve Institute. Since we have opened our doors I’ve seen hun-dreds of people with shoulder pain, frozen shoulder and rotator cuff problems leave the office pain free.

Just listen to what our patients have to say about it…..

I came to North Cobb Spine & Nerve with shoulder pain, stiffness and numbness in my right arm. I had a hard time working all day without pain. Now that I have been at NCS&N, I can work at my desk and I can pick up my children without pain and numbness. The staff here is very pleasant and caring.Thanks, T. Kemmitzer (Personal Trainer)

I first came into the office with severe pain in my left shoulder and arm. Even after having surgery I still continued to have pain. Since, my treatment I have been able to be more active and do things I couldn’t before. The pain is so much better. I highly recommend this office!Thank you, K. Lerpenmaeta (Engineer)

If you are suffering from any of these problems, this shoulder treatment protocol may com-pletely eliminate all the pain.

Pain Pills Could Be MakingYour Shoulder Worse

If you’re taking pain pills for your shoulder, you are likely making your problem worse. Pain pills, even over-the-counter medications, just mask the problem, and don’t fix your shoulder.

Pain is your body’s warning sign telling you to take it easy. If you mask the pain with pills, you are likely to do things that can prevent your shoulder from healing – maybe even damage it further. Not to mention many of the pain medications available are quite addicting and have drastic side effects.

Shoulder Pain Is Not Just ‘Old Age’

No question… if you are having shoulder pain then something is wrong. It’s not normal age-ing to hurt all the time. Pain in your shoulder isn’t just a ‘sign of old age’, if that was true all 360 joints in your body would hurt since you’re whole body is the same age.

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From the biggest botanical gardens to the smallest backyard plots and terraces, there’s a movement underway to make gardens work harder for the environment. “It’s no longer enough for a garden to just look pretty. Every garden needs to do more and every garden matters,” said Douglas Tallamy, a professor in the department of entomology and wildlife ecology at the University of Delaware. Because of global warming and habitat destruction, he said, “today, gardens need to support life, sequester carbon, feed pollinators and manage water. It’s a lot to ask, but it doesn’t have to look messy and it may be the key to our survival.” For many people who aren’t sure what they can do about climate change, home gar-dens provide an opportunity to make a palpable difference. That sense of purpose is creating a change in garden aesthetics, with a more natural look and more emphasis on drought-tolerant and wildlife-friendly plants. “It’s one of the few things an individual can do to mitigate climate change. The cumulative impact on the environment is huge, plus it’s easy, affordable and fun,” said Ann Savageau, who ripped out most of her lawn in drought-parched Davis, California, a year ago and replanted with desert grasses and other native plants. “The increase we’ve seen in pollinators, butterflies and birds at our house is really exciting, and we reduced our water usage by two thirds,” she said.

GARDENING’S NEW ETHOS

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ROTHPHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Whereas there used to be enough land for wildlife and humans to exist separately, it’s become essential that we share habitats, Tallamy and Rick Darke argue in their book, “The Living Landscape: Designing for Beauty and Biodiversity in the Home Garden” (Timber Press, 2014). “Unless we share our space with na-ture, the plants on which bees, caterpil-lars, butterflies, birds and other wildlife depend will not survive,” Tallamy said.Earth-friendly gardens consist mostly of native species, on which local wildlife depends, experts say. “Gardening for wildlife, especially birds, is really the hot thing now in horticulture and gardening. The trend is toward naturalistic garden design, with native plants. It’s a High Line kind of a look,” said Kristin Schleiter, associate vice president for outdoor gardens and senior curator at the New York Botani-cal Garden. The High Line, the New York City park and garden which runs along a strip of old elevated track, “does symbolize a newer aesthetic in purposeful, natu-ralized gardening,” said Tom Smarr, its director of horticulture.About half the plants are natives and the other half are self-seeded species, which

require relatively little maintenance and water. “There’s way more forgiveness and durability about it,” he said. “A lot of people have totally been inspired by the wild look and have tried it on their own at home,” Smarr said.A few specific ways that home garden-ers can go easy on the planet:

PLANT AN OAK TREE

Oaks sequester lots of carbon, have enormous root systems that help man-age water and, according to Tallamy and Darke, are fantastic at supporting wildlife. “There are 557 species of caterpillars in the Mid-Atlantic states, and they’re all bird food. The birds eat all the caterpillars to support their young, so you don’t need to worry about defoliation.”

FEED THE POLLINATORS

Tallamy warns that without pollinators, 80 percent to 90 percent of all plants would be lost, and that gardeners should focus on plants that feed the estimated 4,000 species of native bees. Pollina-tor-friendly gardens feature a sequence of native flowering plants, so that from April through September something’s

always blooming. Mountain mint, sun-flowers, native holly, sweet pepper bush and goldenrod are all great for pollina-tors, Tallamy said. Further west, blazing star and milkweed are good choices. Schleiter said that early spring can be especially tough for bees. For early bloomers, she recommends Lyndera, a native bush with great fall color, and also dogwood.

MINIMIZE LAWN, CONCRETE AND NON-NATIVE SPECIES

“Around 92 percent of our subur-ban lots are lawn, and that’s the worst you can do,” Tallamy said, adding that concrete seems to be our “default landscaping” and ornamental Asian plant varieties have little to offer native wildlife. “In the typical American yard, 80 per-cent of the plants are from China. That’s not a functioning eco-system,” he said. Even apartment dwellers can help, by planting native species on roofs and terraces. Schleiter said: “Really think about the amount of chemical that’s put on our lawns. If you’re not using all of your lawn, just let the grass grow out and maybe put in some native perennials.”

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Twins Cal and Mary Mead Hayes, 4, children of Emilie and Chad Hayes of Marietta, have a good time in their back yard.

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Perched high atop Sweat Mountain in East Cobb County sits a sprawling 8,100 square foot home on more than six acres. It has six bedrooms (three of them master suites) and five and a half baths, a chef-inspired kitchen, a full bar and an in-law suite, but it is the panoramic views that are sure to take your breath away.

Whether cooking a family meal in the kitchen, reading a good book in the grand room, gardening on the expansive front lawn or chilling out on one of the home’s numerous outdoor patios or decks, the view from Summitop captures the kind of awe-inspiring scenic grandeur that’s hard to find in the metro area suburbs. The 180-degree view encompasses the downtown Atlanta skyline, Blackjack Mountain, Stone Mountain, Kennesaw Mountain and even the North Georgia mountains beginning at Red Top — it is this view that first inspired owners Lester E. and Marian Crowell, Tony Lacey and Traci Williams to purchase the land when it wasn’t much more than a grove of pine trees.

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STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN: Far left, the stairway to the rooftop deck, above, which offers spectacular panaramic views. Kennesaw Mountain is seen in the distance. Left, the home-owners also enjoy relaxing in the intimate courtyard area, complete with a pool, spa and koi pond.

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“We always loved the view,” Lester, also a partner at Three-13 Salon, Spa and Boutique with Marian and Tony, said. “There are amazing sunsets right out there, and that’s the number one reason we bought this property.”

With such an impressively formidable view, it was clear the house, completed in 1999, and grounds had to be something special.

And special it is. Down to the last detail, in fact. This custom-gated home is a quirky mix of Tus-can-inspired architecture, art deco elements and custom, hand-painted murals intended to elicit both a “wow” factor and an urge to entertain guests in the open floor plan.

“Someone recently filmed a hip hop video here, and we’ve always loved to throw parties in this house,” Tony said. “We had a party here recent-ly with about 50 guests, and it felt empty! Plus, you can see the holiday fireworks from all around town.”

But the home, according to Marian, also has a very zen-like natural feeling.

And, she’s not wrong. From its lucky horseshoe shape, green roof (intended to blend in with the mountain’s natural landscape) and warm copper turrets, to its meandering hiking trails, well man-icured lawn and intimate courtyard complete with a pool, spa and koi pond, there’s plenty, beyond just the view, to inspire a sense of peaceful calm at Summitop.

If you’re looking to find your “ohm” and a bird’s eye view of the metro, this little slice of heaven on Earth recently went on the market. It, and all its unique features, can be yours for a cool $3.4M. Trust us, that view is priceless.

SOAK IT IN: One of the home’s bathrooms overlooks Kennesaw Mountain.

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Huge windows in the living room and kitchen allow for incredible views. Top right, the bar area is great for entertaining guests.

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Some of the latest ideas and products for whipping a kitchen into shape:

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Kitchens function best when divided into work zones, says Josee Berlin, an interior designer for Ikea USA. She cites three: storage (fridge/freezer/pantry), washing (sink/dishwasher) and cooking (oven/cooktop/microwave). “Work zones give your kitchen a practical structure. Placing them well is crucial to achieving an ergonomic work triangle, with a

natural workflow and everything within reach,” Berlin says. If you’re planning a new kitchen, place your oven and stove near sinks and worktops so you aren’t walking too far with hot pots and pans, she says. A worktop near pantry cabinets and fridge makes unpacking groceries easy. If space is tight, consider a stainless-steel cart with lockable wheels for portable storage and extra prep space.

vCABINETS AND DRAWERS

Experts suggest taking an inventory of your kitchen tools, and then outfitting cabinets and drawers so they work for you. Use adjustable drawer dividers and shelf inserts at different depths. The drawers in Ikea’s new Sektion kitchen system open ful-ly, eliminating that awkward nowheresville at the back of many drawers. A new horizontal hinge design allows for additional slim storage in what was once dead space above the drawer — good for tools, towels and spices (the last of which should be kept in a cool dark space and not on or above the stove). A quiet-close mechanism and optional LED lights make the system handy for middle-of-the-night cookie raids. (www.ikea.com)

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You don’t need a lot of stuff, says Craig Norton, director of opera-tions at the Prince George Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia. “Buying a pot and pan for every dish is a mistake. One good large Dutch oven, one sauté pan, one 4-quart saucepan, one omelet/crepe

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pan, one cast-iron pan and that’s it,” he advis-es. He stores lids on the door to free up shelf space. If you’re a baker, consider consolidating those components. “I put all baking ingredi-ents in one bin — flour, sugar, baking soda, etc. — and just haul it out when making something,” Norton says. Invest in a slab of cool marble to make pastry rolling easy. “Gadgets are the biggest waste of space — egg slicers, green bean cutters, all that stuff. Just use a knife,” laughs Norton. However, if you’re a proud collector of small tools, consider a rolling mechanic’s tool cart with shallow drawers that can be tucked in a closet when not in use. To hold knives, BASE4’s KnifeDock is a slim-profile slab of magnetized walnut, bam-boo or acacia wood. (www.ebase4.com )

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House Beautiful’s editor in chief, Sophie Donelson, likes OXO’s stackable Greensav-er containers, which have carbon filters in the lid to reduce spoilage. But her favorite small space storage solutions are from Joseph Joseph. “Just about everything they make either folds, collapses or nests to save room in the drawer. I wanted to toss all my existing tools and start fresh when I saw these,” she says. Measuring cups, a whisk and nesting uten-sils are part of the colorful collection. (www.josephjoseph.com ) Some experts suggest checking out restau-rant supply houses for high-quality, affordable items. Commercial-kitchen-grade, stain-less-steel pans come in a variety of squares and rectangles that you can stack to save space. If your kitchen’s a workhorse, don’t worry about keeping it “showroom ready.” Your food processor, scale, utensils and blender should be right out where you need them. Norton likes to keep a lazy Susan next to the stove with olive oil, a dish of salt and a pepper grinder. Hanging rails with “S’’ shaped hooks provide extra storage without taking up real estate. Sturdy racks can hold pots and pans, plates, utensils, sieves and even a small herb garden. Ikea’s Rimforsa wall system combines steel rails and hooks with bamboo containers. Elfa’s bonded-steel no-tools wall and rack

system turns a door into a handy pantry. (www.containerstore.com ) Liberate even more space by using zipper plastic bags and stacking containers for things like tea bags, pet treats and dried foods, eliminating bulky packaging. And for those items you use only a couple of times a year? Norton advises getting them out of the kitchen altogether. “Put the turkey roaster in the basement with the tree ornaments,” he says.

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Grand East Cobb estate is full of unique features

It all started with a closet. Eleven years ago, John Campi opened the door to his Marietta home after returning from a business trip and heard a loud pounding. He discovered his wife Gail in their bedroom closet, hammering and tearing down one of its walls.

“She’s talking to herself and the whole closet is torn apart,” chuckled John. “I said ‘I guess I know what my project is.’” He grabbed a hammer and joined her.

The couple enjoys working on projects together, and home reno-vation is one of their favorite endeavors.

After the closet remodel was complete, Gail began eyeing the master bathroom. She estimated a revamp would cost about $50,000.

“John asked, ‘do you really want to spend that much on this house, do you really like it that much?’” said Gail.

She didn’t. So they began toying with the idea of finally building their dream home. Nearby, Brookshyre Manor — an enclave of 18 English Manor/Country French, custom-designed homes in East Cobb — was just underway. John saw the model home and was impressed.

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At left, Gail and John Campi stand in front of their East Cobb home. Above, a laughing Marilyn Monroe statue adds a bit of flair to the cozy theater. Below, the home’s entrance offers a perfect space for entertaining. Opposite page: The Campis got creative with an underground tunnel leading to the au pair suite.

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Above, a view from the top floor. Top right, the outdoor living area features a salt water pool, spa, 56” grill, refrigerator, wood burning fireplace, TV and full bathroom. Right, the kitchen features an 11-foot island with granite counter, custom design cabinetry, and chiseled Travertine floor.

Designed by Marietta-based Cornerstone Craftsmen, Inc., the development was just the opportunity they were looking for. John met

with an architect and began drawing up plans for the home design he had been dreaming of for 25 years. But they soon realized the layout wouldn’t fit on one lot.

Not willing to give up on his dream, John opted to purchase two adjoining lots.

“I always wanted a courtyard that would be the focal point of the home, where every room could look out onto the courtyard and it is like your sanctuary,” said John. “That’s what we have been able to create here, because with that wall of evergreen trees we have total privacy in the back. Also, I really like the ability to be on the street in the front and look straight through the house into the back with the water features so you see the beauty of that.”

The courtyard features a gunite salt water pool with spa and water feature, 56-inch grill with two gas burners, refrigerator, wood burning fireplace, TV, three ceiling fans, and multiple speakers tied into the home audio system.

“The courtyard gives us full access to enjoy outdoor living to its fullest,” said Gail.

The couple, who were at the site almost every day for the 18 months of construction, also made sure to design the outdoor area with ample patio coverage so they could enjoy being outside regardless of the weather.

“We’ve been out here in the pouring rain watching TV or making dinner,” said John.

Indoors, an open concept was equally important to them.

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The entrance opens into a 900-square-foot foyer, with a 20- to 28-foot high ceiling. It leads into the family room and dining rooms, where huge windows overlook the courtyard.

The space is perfect for entertaining, which the Campis love to do. They have hosted numerous parties, several with a guest list of 90-plus, and even held an art showing there. For a family reunion, they welcomed 47 members of both of their families for a fun-filled weekend.

“Every day had a different theme, such as Italian and Mexican,” said Gail, who planned the event. “We had games and competitions like darts, bean toss, pool, card games. We even set up a nine-hole mini golf course between the garages. We had a blast.”

The design and décor of the home is Tuscan-in-spired, and many elements present a grand appear-ance. Several art pieces are mementos from trips to Italy. A grand piano sits underneath the staircase in the foyer. Statues, columns, majestic drapes, faux paint and 2,500 square feet of marble floor complete the look.

But touches of the Campis’ fun and imaginative personalities are also seen throughout the home. Other distinguishing features include:

A medieval-inspired tunnel: Because of the layout of the property, and the fact that John wanted more than a two-car garage, they built a separate structure for an additional three-car garage and put an au pair suite below it. The builders suggested connecting the suite to the lower level of the house with a 34-foot tunnel.

“I didn’t want to just have a hallway, how boring is that?” said Gail. “So the dungeon was my idea.”

She asked the builder to arch the hallway and use stamped cement to create the effect of a damp, old cobblestone path. They added torched lights and ‘armor’ along the dungeon-like walls.

The lower level entertainment areas: The card table is surrounded by frescoes and real stone arches to capture a Mediterranean ambiance. The custom-designed bar features an antique mahogany bar. The lower level also has a game room with a standard billiards table.

Home theater: With tiered seating, a 120-inch projection system and surround sound, the cozy home theater is one of John’s favorite places to relax.

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“I can play this as loud as I like and my wife can’t hear it,” said John. The room has solid concrete in the ceiling and three of its walls, which deadens the sound. “I love it down here.”

A movie buff, John decorated the space with prints signed by actors and filmmakers of some of his favorites, including The Godfather, Pretty Woman, Indiana Jones, Diehard, Heat, Forest Gump, and shows like Sopranos. A statue of a giggling Marilyn Monroe stands in the corner facing the screen.

“We saw it one day and I said we gotta get her and put her in the theater,” said John.

Top left: The lower level features a bar (shown at left), card room, the-ater, billiards room, craft and storage rooms, and a tunnel that leads to the au pair suite, left. Top: The home has a circular drive.

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John’s office: The avid reader want-ed a personal study that would house many of his books — his collection is displayed in lighted bookcases — as well as provide a comfortable space to work. He retired as Chief Procurement Officer of Global Sourcing for Chrysler, and today is the CEO of startup compa-ny Safety Quick Light.

Guest suite balconies: Overlook-ing the foyer, the balconies add even more character to the home. “Everyone loves to yell Romeo and Juliet quotes from them,” said Gail.

The homeowners were also thought-ful about the ‘little things’ when design-ing their dream house.

They created a ‘kitty palace’ room – a space for their cats’ necessities that can remain closed to guests but accessible by cat through a small arched opening. “I measured the tallest cat to make sure she could go through there,” said Gail.

Another consideration was to add a full bathroom by the pool area that doesn’t allow access into the home — a perfect solution to avoid dripping

through the house after taking a swim. And Gail’s closet in her dream home?

It’s like stepping into a boutique. It has a 10-foot center island with 26 drawers, bench seat and built-in clothes baskets. There is also mirrored show closets with three-way viewing, glass enclosed cabinetry, key locking jewelry drawers, and a luggage storage closet with custom shelving. Adjoining the closet is a morning breakfast bar with a microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker and sink.

“It’s a labor of love when you do something like this,” John said about building their house. “Our home has a lot of our personality in it. Nine years later, I still walk through and love my house. I enjoy every day that I’m here.”

Though they are still in love with their home, the Campis recently placed it on the market. They have their sights set on new projects, downsizing and possibly retiring to Florida.

Contact Dana Coleman of Harry Nor-man Realtors at 404-518-7523 or visit www.dana.coleman.harrynorman.com for more information about the listing.

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>>> Plant flowers and create green spaces, especially in urban areas. Leave patches of bare soil, rocks and brush piles for use by ground-dwelling native bees. Add caterpillar host plants. “I can’t recommend particular plants for all areas of the country but I can recommend the concept,” O’Neal said. “Provide pol-len and nectar throughout the (growing) season. Plant the right habitat. Every state has land grant agencies and agents. Look to them for help.”

>>>Install bee hotels around the yard by drilling holes in wood blocks and creating reed or bamboo bundles. They provide in-stant habitat and can be built on the cheap. “Another thing you can do is plant woody plants (elderberries, raspberries, sumac) with branches that have soft insides,” Vaughan said. “Grow these shrubs up and then cut them back to expose the stems. Carpenter and mason bees will nest in them.”

>>>Eliminate or change the way you apply pesticides. Don’t use them on plants that are blooming. Apply them at night when bees are less active. Spray from ground level to reduce drift, and create buffer zones next to agricultural areas. Rethink the use of herbicides, which reduce pollinator food sources by removing flowers from the landscape.

>>>Add signage to advertise the presence of pollinators. Bees often range several miles from their hives or nests. Place polli-nator habitat signs around pastures, community gardens, city parks, bike trails or suburban yards to promote conservation.What it comes down to is providing at least two important things, Vaughan said: “Plant wildflowers that provide a high succession of bloom. Have home gardens free of chemicals. Get into natural gardening.”

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If you’re like some people (ahem) who put up window treatments and never give them a second thought, even as dust accumulates, this might just be the season to pay them a little respect. No need to stress out about adding another task to your spring-cleaning to-do list: You don’t have to clean curtains, shades and the windows themselves THAT often. And many times, it’s not that difficult. “In our experience, the windows and window treatments are something that people avoid cleaning because they’re not en-tirely sure the best way to do it,” says Betsy Goldberg, home director of Real Simple magazine. “It’s not hard,” she adds. “It just takes a little bit of time.” If simply removing dirt isn’t reason enough to clean, consid-er that dust can dull the fabric of curtains and shades. House-hold odors can linger. And washing helps preserve the fabric, especially for window treatments that get a daily dose of sunshine, says Tammy Kupernik of retailer Country Curtains. “If you don’t wash them, the sun will break down the threads,” she says.

“Washing them keeps the colors bright, it keeps the threads soft and it does add to the life of the curtain.”

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Window treatments should be cleaned once or twice a year, experts say, and the best method varies by material. Some can be refreshed in the washer or cleaned with a vacuum, while others may require a pro. Start by reading the care tag or directions that came with the product: Some items are dry clean only. If the instructions are unavailable, experts offer general guidelines: Most curtains that are lined or made of silk likely require dry cleaning, Kupernik says. Curtains that are not lined or insulated usually can be washed by machine, in a short, gentle cycle with cool water, she says. Those made of a poly-cotton blend can usually go in a medium-heat dryer, but 100 percent cotton curtains should be line-dried to prevent shrinkage.

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Published in 1842, Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem Locksley Hall narrates the feelings of a weary soldier returning to his childhood home. Although it is often misquoted, I choose to share the last four lines of this touching emotional reflection.

In the Spring a fuller crimson comes upon the robin’s breast In the Spring the wanton lapwing gets himself another crest In the Spring a livlier iris changes on the burnished dove In the Spring a young man’s fancy turns to thoughts of love.

Spring 2015 is in full bloom and my East Cobb landscape is an explosion of multi-colored tree blossoms reflecting a kaleidoscope of the seasonal pastels signaling nature’s rebirth. During this time of year my wine thoughts turn to bright and light bodied white wines. The air is filled with intoxicating aromas and our senses are awakened and excited by the multi faceted symphony which surrounds us.

IntheSpringnewwinesshouldsingasongoffragrantflowers In the Spring new wines should reveal a purity of rebirth In the Spring the bright limpid green gold wines shimmer like diamonds In the Spring the new wines exhibit freshness, crisp vibrant energy and delicacy

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produces a very dry wine called Muscadet, to the famed eastern Loire where Sancerre exalts Sauvignon Blanc. In the central Loire district of Touraine, the commune of Vouvray is well suited to the noble grape variety called Chenin Blanc. Depending on the whim of mother nature, several styles are produced. From bone dry example to sweet dessert wines, a wide range of types can be elaborated. Well made sparkling brut style wines can also be found. Look for Bouvet Ladubay, pro-duced by the Champagne house of Taittinger. This is a credible alternative to Champagne. As in most of France during the middle ages, the Catholic church maintained vineyards that were managed by the local monastic religious orders. With text book spring white flower aromas, pale 14K gold color with subtle green highlights, Vouvray in the demi-sec style (slightly sweet) are extremely refreshing and a warm weather thirst quencher. Soft on the palate with crisp acidity, the demi-sec style complements delicate and subtle foods. Low in al-cohol, it is particularly delicious with ham, seafood or white meats gently garnished with cream sauces. It is also magnificent with goat cheese and spicy oriental dishes. Vouvray is more readily available than Gruner Veltliner but all fine wine retailers can source delicious examples for your sipping plea-sure. A perfectly acceptable style is blended by Barton and Guestier and can be found in most Kroger and Publix stores. For a greater symphonic reward, seek out Chateau Moncontour demi-sec produced from estate vines which are 20 to 45 years old and grown in chalky and clay soils. This wine has great richness, depth and length of flavor. During a recent tasting, it reminded me of listening to Vivaldi’s Quatre Saisons and the famous interlude en-titled Printemps. Perfect in harmony, the wine plays like well-tuned violins, cellos, lutes and flutes, all in harmony like the tranquil and soothing sounds of Spring.

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INTO THE WOODS

BY MEREDITH PRUDEN >>>PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHANDA CROWE

Fresh air, roaring campfires and time well spent with fam-ily and friends. There’s just something about getting back to nature that reinvigorates the soul and renews the spirit. Here in the foothills, residents don’t have to look very far to find a prime location for a bit of good, old-fashioned out-

door recreation. Whether you want a drive-up (front coun-try car camping), hike-in (back country backpacking) or truly primitive (impacted area) style experience, there’s a

little something for everyone within a short drive.

Grab your tent, and let’s go camping!

CAMPING HIDDEN GEMS

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The beauty of living in Cobb County is its proximity to some truly breathtaking geological wonders. Get in touch with your inner Lewis and Clark and blaze your own trail to a hidden gem. Just be sure to avail yourself of camp-

ing rules in the area. For example, camping is only permitted at designated campgrounds on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property (like that around Lake Allatoona). Above, Lauren, 12, Ian, 10, Preston, 6, and Julian McCreary, 5, at Red Top Mountain State Park in Cartersville.

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CAR CAMPING AT LAKE ALLATOONAAlong the banks of Lake Allatoona lies a car camper’s paradise. These

campgrounds, managed by private companies on Army Corps of Engi-neers land, are perfect for families with kids or anyone new to camping. They feature lakeside beaches, playgrounds, fire rings, handicap acces-sible sites and facilities, boat ramps and electric and water hookups at most campsites. Think of them as rustic hotels.

>>With 151 sites, Sweetwater Creek is the largest of the Army Corps campgrounds located around the lake. Site #3 is our top pick for a premi-um waterfront locale with a little more room to breathe.

>>Smaller than Sweetwater, with 74 campsites, Victoria is the ideal next step for folks newly acclimating to life in the woods. Check out site #51 for a more spacious premium waterfront location.

>>Payne is smaller still, with 57 reservable campsites on the Acworth side of Lake Allatoona. Try on the tent-only site #53 for size before mov-ing to a more backcountry experience.

>>All campgrounds on Army Corps of Engineers land offer online reservations at http://www.recreation.gov.

BACK COUNTRY CLOSE TO HOMEIn neighboring Bartow County, while there are still plenty of car

camping options, the array of camping locations becomes a bit more back country for the more adventurous outdoorsman.

Red Top Mountain State Park Red Top boasts 92 lakeside, reservable campsites and one pioneer camp

perfect for large groups (photo on page 69). Of these, 52 are tent only, walk-in sites that are so remote and quiet, you may just think you’ve hiked and gone to Heaven. But, why stop there when Red Top has 15 sprawling miles of hiking trails for you to explore?! Make a reservation at http://gastateparks.org, but remember tent only, walk-in sites are not site specific because the scenic beauty isn’t marred by those pesky concrete tent pads. Simply pitch that tent anywhere there’s a flat spot of land large enough — just be sure to move the pinecones first!

Upper Stamp Creek Located in the Pine Log Wildlife Management, Upper Stamp Creek

has only 20 available lakeside campsites. Eighteen of them are totally front country, but there are two sites you have to see to believe. Sites #19 and 20 are back country wonders close enough to the lake for a quick dip and far enough from all those suburbanites to make you feel like you’ve traveled much farther north on your excursion. Locals also have been back country camping up and down the river near here for generations, but it’s not entirely legal, so do so at your own risk! Reservations for legal camp-ing at http://www.recreation.gov.

PRIMITIVE LOCALES WORTH THE TRIPIf you’ve got a tank of gas and don’t mind a short road trip, the Blue

Ridge Mountains provide the kind of scenic backdrop primitive campers dream about.

Cloudland CanyonIt’s been called, “hauntingly beautiful,” “rugged” and “mystical” by

hikers for decades, which is what makes Cloudland Canyon a true hidden gem in the Georgia State Park system. Marietta residents can get to this scenic park on the Western edge of Lookout Mountain in less than two hours and spend the rest of the weekend exploring the 3,400+ acre park from their home base at one of 30 walk-in campsites or 13 primitive back country sites (the West Rim is less populated). Be sure to check out the many waterfalls on the property or sign up for a caving adventure you won’t soon forget. Reservations at http://gastateparks.org.

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ighlightsA closer look at events happening in Cobb this month

SMOKE ON THE LAKE BBQ FESTIVAL >>Fifth annual fest features a Friday night concert by the Mustangs and a Lord of the Wings competition where fest goers get to be the judge. Fireworks follow the show. On Saturday, amateur and professional cooking teams compete to see who takes home the title of best BBQ. Presented by the Rotary Club of North Cobb and the City of Acworth. When and where: May 9 & 10; Cauble Park, 2293 Beach St. on Lake Acworth. Tickets: FREE event. More info: 770.423. 1330 or smokeonthelake.org

THE ATLANTA BALLET – MAYHEM>>Inventive, energetic and evocative dance covering the spectrum from sweetly amusing to classic and powerful. Alexander Ekman is one of today’s most

interesting choreographers. His “Cacti” serves up a large dose of humor and whimsy. The piece is performed with live music and takes a poke at the sometimes absurd nature of the avant-garde. “Classical Symphony” by Yuri Possokhov, former Bolshoi dancer and San Francisco Ballet resident choreographer, is a pure celebration of ballet. The New York Times described it as an “exhilarating and bold display of full-throttle academic pure dance with modern accentuations.” John Heginbotham created “Angels’ Share” for Atlanta Ballet’s Wabi Sabi 2014 summer season. Program runs an hour and a half, with one intermission. When and where: May 15; 8 p.m.; May 16; 2 and 8 p.m.; May 17: 2 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $20 - $124 More info: atlantaballet.com

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YAARAB SHRINE CIRCUS & CARNIVAL >> The largest Shrine Circus in North America now in its 73rd year. Carnival rides, performers, free-style motocross, clowns and circus animals. “Sneak Peek” event on the first Friday, May 15, features unlimited rides for $15. Tuesday, May 19, is “Car Load Night”: any car with up to seven people pays $50 total for parking, admission to midway, circus and unlimited rides. When and where: May 15 - 25; Jim R. Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Rd. Marietta. Tickets: $7 adults. Ten years and under admitted free. Parking at event is $5 per car. Ride tickets are $20 for 21 tickets, $50 for 55, $100 for 120. Rides require more than one ticket. Info: 2015shrinecircus.com or [email protected]

MABLETON DAY >> A morning Mableton 5K is followed by the Jr. Fun Run and a salute to veterans. Live entertainment, food vendors, kid’s corner, arts/crafts and demos plus tours of the historic Mable House and a vintage car cruise-in. When and where: May 16; 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Mable House complex 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton Tickets: FREE EVENT Info: mabletonday.com or [email protected]

MARIETTA GREEK FEST >> Opa! Enjoy plates of souvlaki, lamb, dolmades and spanakopita, down some sweet Greek coffee and dance a step or three with Marietta’s Hellenic Dance Program. There’s also shopping, cooking demonstrations and two days of entertainment. When and where: May 15 -17; Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 3431 Trickum Rd., Marietta Tickets: $4 - $5. Ages 12 and younger, free. More info: 770. 924.8080 or mariettagreekfestival.org

DR. JOHN >> Louisiana’s legendary Dr. John brings the tunes of New Orleans to Mableton. Part of the Wade Ford Concert Series. Rain or shine. When and where: May 23; 7 p.m.; Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton.Tickets: $25 - $80 through Ticketmaster. Info: mablehouse.org

LISA LAMPANELLI >> Oh no she didn’t. Yes, she did. The Queen of Mean’s “Leaner Meaner Tour” is exactly that as the newly slimmed Lampanelli aims to keeping her comedy crown where nothing and no one is off limits from her sly and shocking wit. When and where: May 30; 8 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $36.75 - $46.75 plus fees at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, online or at Cobb Energy Centre box office. More info: 800.745.3000

Marietta Greek Fest is May 15 to 17 at Holy Transfig-uration Greek Orthodox Chuch.

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ROSE GARDEN GALA >> The Smith-Gilbert Gardens Foundation’s fifth Annual Rose Garden Gala to support science and nature-based education programs and to conserve, enhance, and study the more than 3,000 plants in the gardens. Cocktails in the entry courtyard perennial garden are followed by dinner. Photographers will take photos under the rose arbor. Silent auction. When and where: May 16; 6 p.m.; Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mtn. Road, Kennesaw. Tickets: $125 - $225. Special pricing for table of eight. More info: 770. 919.0248

GLOVER PARK CONCERT SERIES >> Big band and the sounds of swing with Douglas Cameron on May 29th and Symphony on the Square on May 30th are all part of Marietta’s summer music staple: the Glover Park Concert series. Musical performances are featured on the last Friday of each month through September. Attendees can participate in the table or blanket-decorating contest held prior to each concert with the winner taking home a picnic basket full of goodies. Registration is not required and it’s free to participate. Rain or shine. When and where: May 29, 30; 8 p.m. Glover Park on Marietta Square Tickets: FREE EVENT but tables can be reserved for six or eight at $45 or $55, respectively. More info: www.mariettaga.gov/concerts

BRIT FLOYD – SPACE AND TIME 2015 >> Celebrating five decades of Pink Floyd this musical and light show has gotten bigger and brighter for this latest tour. The L.A. Times called it

“A perfect rock show.” When and where: May 31; 7:30 p.m.; Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: $38.50 - $58 plus fees at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone, online or at Cobb Energy Centre box office. More info: 800.745.3000

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The YWCA of Northwest Georgia held its 30th annual Tribute to Woman at the Cobb Galleria Centre in late March. 1. The Bourbon and Spirits section of the silent auction attracted a strong crowd. 2. From left, Donna Krueger of Marietta, Penny Warren of west Cobb and Karen Carlisle of Marietta. 3. Catherine Vandenburg of Atlanta and Angela Williams of east Cobb. 4. Christie Nerborne of College Park and Lindsay Gardner of Marietta. 5. April Wright (2014 Honoree) and Cassandra Buckalew (2013 Woman of the year), both of Marietta.

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6. From left, Tracy Rathbone of Marietta, Dan Styf of Marietta, Andy Crowe ofKenessaw, Meaghan Timko of Marietta and Laura Van Fleet of Smyrna. 7. From left, Judy Humphries of east Cobb, Jackie McMorris of Canton and Faye DiMassimo of Powder Springs. 8. From left, Rachael Sejnoha of Buckhead, Calise Tucker of Atlanta and Brittney Broaders of Vinings. 9. Debora Stokes of Marietta examines the purses and hand bags being auctioned off for the event.

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The Marietta Business Association helds its March monthly meeting at the Mansour Center with guest speaker Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black featured. 1. Sigurd Hoyer of Marietta and Shane Barron of Kennesaw. 2. Dirk Ebener of Marietta and Kevin Sledge of Mableton. 3. Bonnie Hall of Powder Springs and Sandy Woltering of Woodstock. 4. Babe and Bill Byrne of Marietta. 5. Karen Tapelband and Debbie Gaetani, both of Marietta.

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The Metro-Marietta Kiwanis Club celebrated the contribution of music and arts to life in Cobb County with a luncheon earlier this year at Marietta First United Methodist Church. The event cele-brated the arts in Cobb with special guest speakers and attendees. 1. Brett McClung of Marietta and Vivian Battershill-Diaz of Kennesaw. 2. From left, Rose Wing and Johnell Woody, both of Marietta. 3. Freddy and Dan Martin, both of Marietta.

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When my son was about six or seven he took swim-ming lessons from one of the moms we had met at the local park. She had taught several of the kids we knew how to swim and we fig-ured that she could help our son overcome his fear of the deep end of the pool. After several lessons she made some headway, but ultimately our little mule stood firm and refused to go in the deep end.

One night, she called and asked if we were interested in some company – she and her husband wanted to come by for a visit. We thought it was odd; we had never really socialized with them, but thought why not, they seemed nice. When they arrived we offered them a drink and had a lovely time. And then the conversation turned to our son.

Without any hesitation, she told us that we coddled him too much and that we needed to toughen him up. I guess we were so dumbstruck that someone we barely knew had the nerve to come to our house, drink our wine and tell us how to parent our child that we just sat there and listened to them.

“What the *bleep*!?” Was the reaction a good friend of mine had when I told her what had happened. “Why didn’t you throw them out? Who the *bleep* are they to tell you how to raise your son?”

Of course she was right. So why didn’t we throw them out?

Well, I can’t speak for my husband, but I can tell you that as a mom I had allowed my own insecurities to push me into the bloodiest of sports – competitive mother-hood, aka, my child is better than your child and there-fore I’m a better parent than you.

I guess when she started to “give me some friendly advice,” she tapped into that little voice inside my head that told me that I was doing something wrong. That voice that said it was my fault that my son was afraid of

the deep end, that I was somehow to blame and because of me, he would never amount to anything.

Meanwhile, as I spent my time worrying that I had somehow failed my son and that the other kids would ostracize him, he spent his time working it all out.

We were at a friend’s pool one day and her son and some other boys had a competition to see who had the most creative way of jumping into the pool. They were seven or eight years old and my mama bear instinct was to go over and entertain him so that he wouldn’t feel left out. But before I could get out of my chair I no-ticed that he had made it over to the deep end near where the boys were jumping. And while he clung to the side of the pool, he was actually

heckling them and had appointed himself the judge, tell-ing them who had the best jump. What was even funnier was that the other kids accepted him in this role.

When they were done jumping, they all moved to the shallow end of the pool and had a great time tossing a ball back and forth.

Looking back, that probably was the moment when I should’ve realized that my son would be just fine. But, I’m a mom and moms worry. We worry that our kids will be different, that they will miss out, or that they won’t be happy. But most of all, we worry that we have failed them in some way and that we ourselves are failures.

It’s been six years since that mom came to my house to tell me how to raise my child. And I wish I could tell her not to worry because now my son is just fine with the deep end of the pool. It may have something to do with the fact that at 16 he’s close to six feet tall and able to touch the bottom and still keep his head above water, but that doesn’t matter. Because if I knew then what I know now, I would’ve had the confidence to tell her that my son would be just fine and if it was all the same to her, to please get the *bleep* out of my house.

Thanks for your concern, now go parent your own kid

By Tammy DeMel

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