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Yup! It has been cold. With all this cold weather, it has been so easyto just decide to stay indoors. As a small business owner, you may bescratching your head wondering what you are doing wrong resulting inlittle to no business activity. Stop wondering. With the economic climateand the extreme cold weather, it appears business has come to a halt.Making drastic changes seems to be the solution, but before making changes, analyze allthe factors.

As a business owner, I have seen a lot of changes in the last ten years. As a businessowner, I have had to embrace change. Marketing, promoting and getting your 'voice' outthere is what Voice Magazine has done for the last ten years.

It is important to our local economy for us to shop locally, and we thank you forsupporting our local businesses. We ask that you continue to support the advertisers andbusinesses who show their faith and trust in our local business, Voice Magazine, byshowcasing their products through us. We would not be here without all of you and thecircle of support from the community. Because of all of you, this year, we are excited tobe celebrating ten years of doing business to business in the region. Like all smallbusinesses, we thank you!

Voice Magazine is offering opportunities for contributing writers to provide submissionsto the magazine. Also, new this year, JCP is hosting a contest for a book publishingcontract. JCP is constantly on the lookout for submissions of romance, suspense, mystery,historical fiction, children’s books, self-help, works with an Appalachian focus, and allother genres. (See page 27 for contest details, or visit voicemagazineforwomen.com orjancarolpublishing.com)

Verse of the month: Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord you God with allyour heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. —Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Thought of the month: “Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.” —William Shakespeare

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Kasey Jones - JCP InternPUBLISHED BY JAN-CAROL PUBLISHING, INC. (Volume 11, Issue 2)While every precaution has been taken to ensure accuracy of the published material,Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. Voice Magazine cannot be held responsible for opinions orfacts provided by its authors, advertisers or agencies. All rights are reserved. Reproductionin whole or part is prohibited without written permission. Agencies, Advertisers and othercontributors will indemnify and hold the publisher harmless for any loss or expense resultingfrom claims or suits based upon contents of any advertisement, defamation, libel, right of privacy,plagiarism and/or copyright infringement. The views expressed in Voice Magazine for Women arenot necessarily those of the publisher. © 2014Editorial Mission: VOICE magazine for women wants to provide a useful and complete reliable source ofinformation for women and their families. We seek to celebrate women’s successes, andsupport their growth by defining and recognizing their needs and providing a concentration of resources for them. We want to be that “link” to all women.

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Jumping to ConclusionsBy Jim Liebelt

Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.

Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with a blessing,because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.

1 Peter 3:8-9

The story has been told of a person who had purchased a small package

of cookies at an airport before her flight. She sat down to wait for the time

to board the plane and began to read a newspaper. Gradually, she became

aware of a noise coming from the seat next to her. From behind her paper,

she was stunned to see a man helping himself to her cookies. Not wanting

to make a scene but wanting the man to know she noticed him, she reached

down and took a cookie for herself. A few moments went by, and she heard

more rustling. She looked down to see the man taking another cookie. So,

she reached down and took another cookie as well. Finally, she watched the

man take the last cookie, break it in half and push the other half over to her.

He ate the half-cookie, got up, and left. The woman was furious! Later, on

the plane, the woman opened her handbag and was shocked and

embarrassed to find her package of unopened cookies.

Has something like this ever happened to you? Have you ever made a

wrong assumption about someone else? I know that I have! This story

provides a reminder on the dangers of jumping to conclusions.

Unfortunately, forming opinions about others based on wrong assumptions

is all too common.

On most occasions, we could all benefit from being slower to judge one

another. Be patient. Intentionally hesitate for a moment after your first

impression has formed to see if the big picture becomes clearer. Judge in a

way you would want to be judged. And even if your first impression was

correct and you end up losing a package of cookies, remind yourself that it

really wasn’t all that important!


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Start by taking measurements. Then determine what part of

the body needs to be shaped. Next, figure out what level of

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Light—Light-control shapewear will provide the same

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minimal support, but they are the most comfortable to wear.

These shapers can be worn under any garments but are commonly worn under

thinner, more delicate fabrics. They most often come in the form of slips, shorts,

and camisoles.

Moderate—Moderate-control body slimmers squeeze tighter to create a slimmer

look. They squeeze in targeted areas so they help reduce bulges but only minimal

shape a figure. Moderate-control shapewear can sometimes be worn under thin

fabrics. They come in the form of briefs, bodysuits, camisoles, and shorts.

Firm—Firm-fit shapewear features built-in compression bands and panels that

cinch in certain areas to create a slimmer look. They also provide support to lift the

chest and rear area. Sometimes the firm shapers also has stiff strips of plastic to

better control the shape. These garments most often come in the form of full

bodysuits, regular bodysuits, camisoles, briefs, and capris.

WHAT BODY SLIMMER IS FOR YOU? Inverted Triangle—This figure is top-heavy, with an upper torso that is wider

than the hips. A camisole or body suit that focuses on bringing in the stomach will

help give the appearance of a curvier figure.

Rectangular—Rectangular figures have a body shape that is even throughout,

with few curves. The best shaper for this figure is a full bodysuit that pushes

up the chest, tucks in the midsection, and accentuates the hips and rear.

Round—This body type features a mid-section that is wider than the upper

and lower body. A camisole, regular bodysuit, or a full bodysuit can bring

in the waist to create the classic hourglass shape.

Triangle—The triangle figure has a bottom-heavy shape, with hips or

thighs that are wider than the upper body and midsection. The body shapers

that can be best with this figure include briefs, shorts, and capris to tighten up

the hips, thighs, and buttocks.

Using body shapers and slimmers is an easy way to obtain a curvy figure.

They provide the perfect solution for wearing a dress that is form-fitting

without worrying about any bulges that may be showing. Body shapers and

slimmers are also great for just slimming down for a new and different look.

However, some doctors insist that wearing shapers should have limited

usage, and women should search for lighter fabrics if a particular garment

is very uncomfortable or painful. Shallow breathing from chest compression

can lead to light-headedness, whereas the garment’s pressure and rubbing

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Register Your American Cancer Society Relay For Life team todayThis month the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Northeast Tennessee kicks off the 2014 Relay For

Life season! Society staff and volunteers will be working hard to recruit more community members to get involved

with its events. You may even see some of the more than 2,500 Relay For Life participants in the Tri-Cities sporting

their best purple clothing.

Cancer survivors, those who have lost a loved one to cancer, families, businesses, faith-based and civic

organizations, and anyone wanting to make a difference in the fight against cancer are invited to take part in this

event.

“It always takes a large number of people with diverse talents to make our events a success,” said Elise Allen,

Relay For Life senior manager for East Tennessee. “In order for the American Cancer Society to finish the fight

against cancer, we are looking for more. We need more people, more ideas, more feet on the track, to raise more money which will ultimately

lead to more cures.”

Relay For Life events are held in the following communities throughout Northeast Tennessee: Johnson City, Jonesborough, East

Tennessee State University, Greene County, Kingsport, Bristol, Carter County, Johnson County, and Unicoi County. To get involved

with any of these events call the Society at 423-975-0635.

Relay For Life events offer individuals and teams the opportunity to

camp out at an athletic track, park or other gathering area, with the goal

of keeping at least one team member on the track or pathway at all

times throughout the event. Teams do most of their fundraising prior to

the event, but some teams also hold creative fundraisers at their

campsites during the event. Relay For Life brings together friends,

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aimed at furthering the American Cancer Society’s efforts to save lives

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Life in the City: The Arts of Joseph Delaney1/7-3/15/2014, Reece MuseumShowcased is Joseph Delaney's mastery of a wide variety of media, rangingfrom oil paintings, to pen and ink drawings, to charcoal drawings, to pastel por-traits and watercolors. The exhibition also explores Joseph's love for the urbanenvironment and his interest in depicting the human figure as participant withinthe built environment of New York City. Joseph Delaney, a Knoxville native,lived in New York City for 56 years before returning to Knoxville. His figurativework focuses on people, buildings, parades, and other aspects of life in the city. Formore information contact Randy Sanders at [email protected] or 423-439-4392.

Artist Talk: Julia Dault2/10/2014, 7:00 pm, Ball Hall AuditoriumJulia Dault’s sleek, abstract sculptures are raw, industrial and often derived fromPlexiglas, Formica and Everlast boxing wraps. Her paintings reveal surprisingmaterials when layers of colorful paint and vinyl are scraped away. For more information, contact Heidi Ehle at 423-439-8587 or [email protected]

Valentine's Day Fundraising Concert2/14/2014, 7:30 pm, Mathes Hall Auditorium (Room 107)Featuring Dr. Sun-Joo Oh and students from her studio. All the funds raised willhelp students participate in workshops, competitions, and other activities. Youcan help a specific student by purchasing a special seat that will allow you to request a song in advance, and the student will sing the dedicated song on stage.For more information, contact Sabrina C. Sutton at 423-439-4276 [email protected]

Duo Piano Concert2/21/2014, 7:30 pm, Mathes Hall Auditorium (Room 107)Featuring Dr. Sin-Hsing Tsai, piano guest artist, and Dr. Chih-Long Hu, piano.The program features works for two pianos written by Russian composers—Suites by Arensky and Rachmaninoff, as well as the flashy Concertino byShostakovich and Victor Babin's transcription of Petrouchka by Stravinsky.Tickets are $15 General Admission, $10 for Seniors 60+, and free for Studentswith ID. For more information, contact Sabrina C. Sutton at 423-439-4276 [email protected]

The Death of John Henry and the African American Roots of Rock and Roll2/27/2014, 6:00 pm, Rogers-Stout Hall (Room 102)Author of “A Nation of Deadbeats,” Scott Reynolds Nelson's perspective on theeconomic history of the United States has garnered national and international acclaim. He is an award-winning author and historian, specializing in AfricanAmerican history and labor history. Nelson explores how white murder balladsmelded with African-American field hollers and ring shouts to become the hybrid musical form we call rock and roll. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Heidi Ehle at 423-439-8587 or [email protected]

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Home and Garden ShowSaturday, February 15th, 9 am–6 pmSunday, February 16th, 11am–5pmFreedom Hall Civic Center

The Johnson City Area Home Builders Annual Home & Garden Show is the place for

you to find what's new in building, remodeling, landscaping and most anything related to

your home and garden. Looking to update the kitchen cabinets or the master bathroom?

Want the opportunity to speak with landscape architects about your yard? You'll find the

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Make sure to bring the kids to experience the Kid’s Zone designed by David Crockett

High School Skills USA and Technology Student Association (TSA). Kids will get to

experience a workshop area created just for them and will have the opportunity to build,

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Voice Magazine is looking for contributing writers for our monthly magazine, whichis currently available in print form and will be online starting with the March 2014issue. To be considered, please review the topics below and follow the guidelines. Weare looking for information, not an info-commerical! Contributors will be notifiedwhen their articles are selected. Let your Voice be heard!

Submission Guidelines• Article is limited to 350 to 400 words—NO MORE! • Provide article and photos as single file • Include your contact information (name, email address, telephone number) as a header in your article file

• Provide a title for your article• Include in the article file a small thumbnail photo of yourself; you also may include one or two (NO MORE!) small pics for use as illustrations for your article. All together, the article and photo(s) will fill appropriately half of a page

• Submission deadline is the 20th prior to the month to be printed. For example, the deadline for the March 2014 issue is February 20, 2014.

ONLY ARTICLES EMAILED TO [email protected] WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR REVIEWTopics:• Health—Are you a health professional with information to share? Looking for woman-related health articles. This is wide open.

• Fashion—Are you a Fashionista? What is your take on local trends and fashion?• Home Decorating—Are you the Martha Stewart of the neighborhood? What are

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Disclaimer: All submissions are non-returnable. Must be original, exclusive forJan-Carol Publishing Inc/Voice Magazine,and not published in any other local media.No monetary compensation. Voice Magazineretains publishing rights for both the printand online versions of the magazine. Weretain and hold the rights to edit and modifycontent without approval, but we will attemptto let you know when changes are necessary.

Are yourRed ShoesReady?The 2014 CASA for Kids, Inc. Red Shoe Gala takes place

February 15, 2014. The event again is hosted at the

MeadowView Convention Center in Kingsport, TN. Join

them for live music, dancing, dinner, silent & live auctions,

and the annual red shoe contest. Tickets are available by

calling the Kingsport CASA office at 423-247-1161 ext. 13

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Ten Years and Counting!Thank you! Voice Magazine for Women is here because of all you! We thank you for your continued support; we hope that you will provide us that same continued support as we journey into our next ten years! Your support to us shows through your support to all our advertisers and the many businesses that recognize Voice Magazine for Women as the ‘best’ women’s marketing tool in the region! From all of us to all of you—Thank you!

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Chocolate Strawberries

Ingredients5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped1 pint fresh strawberries with leaves

DirectionsIn a microwave-safe bowl, or in the top of adouble boiler over simmering water, cookchocolate until melted. Stir occasionallyuntil chocolate is smooth. Holding berriesby the stem, dip each one in molten choco-late, about three-quarters of the way to thestem. Place, stem side down, on wire rackand chill in refrigerator until hardened.

Chocolate Bar Fondue

Ingredients2 ounces milk chocolate, grated1 1/4 cups heavy cream1 tablespoon instant coffee powder1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon white sugar1/3 cup hot water

DirectionsIn a saucepan over medium heat, melt thechocolate with the heavy cream. Mix in theinstant coffee, vanilla extract, sugar, andhot water. Continue to heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth.

Ghirardelli® IndividualChocolate Lava Cakes

Centers2 ounces Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate baking bar, broken or chopped into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup heavy cream

Cakes4 ounces Ghirardelli 60% Cacao Bitter-sweet Chocolate baking bar, broken orchopped into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces2 large whole eggs2 large egg yolks1/3 cup granulated white sugar1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1/4 cup cake flourRaspberries for garnishWhipped cream for garnish

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Directions

• To make the centers, in the top of adouble boiler or in a heatproof bowl overbarely simmering water, melt the 2ounces of chocolate with the cream.

• Whisk gently to blend.

• Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or untilfirm. With your hands, form into six balls;refrigerate until needed.

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.Spray six 4-ounce ramekins or custardcups with cooking spray.

• To make the cakes, in the top of a doubleboiler or in a heatproof bowl over barelysimmering water, melt the 4 ounces ofchocolate and the butter, stirringoccasionally until smooth.

• In a large bowl, with an electric mixer,whisk the whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar,and vanilla on high speed for about 5minutes, or until thick and light. Fold themelted chocolate mixture and flour intothe egg mixture just until combined.Spoon the cake batter into the ramekins.Place a chocolate ball in the middle ofeach ramekin.

• Bake for about 15 minutes, or until thecake is firm to the touch. Remove fromthe oven and let sit for about 5 minutes.Run a small, sharp knife around theinside of each ramekin, place an upside-down plate on top, invert, and removethe ramekin. Garnish with raspberriesand a dollop of whipped cream.

Hungarian CrepesPancakes2 cups all-purpose flour2 eggs1 cup milk1 cup soda water1/2 cup vegetable oil1 pinch salt

Almond Filling1 cup chopped almonds1/2 cup white sugar1/4 cup milk

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 teaspoons rum (optional)

Chocolate Topping:1/4 cup water1/2 cup white sugar1/2 cup chopped bittersweet chocolate2 tablespoons margarine

Directions

• Combine the flour and eggs and mix untilsmooth. Add the milk, soda water,vegetable oil, and salt and mix tocombine; refrigerate the batter overnight.

• To make the pancakes, heat a lightlygreased frying pan over medium heat.Remove the batter from the refrigeratorand mix well. Pour 1/4 cup of the batterinto the pan and cook the pancake forabout one minute. Flip it over and cookfor another minute, or until goldenbrown. Remove the pancake from thepan and place it on waxed paper. Repeatwith the remaining batter, stacking thepancakes while keeping them separatewith waxed paper.

• To make the filling, combine the choppedalmonds, 1/2 cup sugar, milk, vanillaextract, and rum (if desired) in asaucepan. Cook and stir over low heatuntil the sugar is dissolved and themixture is creamy. Allow it to cool slightlybefore filling the pancakes.

• For the chocolate topping, combine thewater, 1/2 cup sugar, and chocolate in asaucepan and cook over low heat just

until the chocolate melts. Remove thepan from the heat and add themargarine, stirring until melted andcombined.

• Spread 1 heaping tablespoon of almondfilling onto each pancake, rolling them upand placing them on a platter. (You willhave 10 to 15 total, depending on theirsize.) Pour the chocolate topping overthe platter of rolled pancakes. If desired,warm the platter in a microwave forabout 30 seconds before serving.

The Milky Way MartiniIngredients (Makes one martini)1 1/2 cups ice cubes1/4 cup cold water2 fluid ounces vanilla-flavored vodka2 fluid ounces white creme de cacao2 fluid ounces Irish cream liqueur1 tablespoon chocolate syrup

Directions

• Chill a martini glass by filling it with 1/2cup of ice and cold water.

• Place 1 cup of ice cubes into a cocktailshaker. Pour the vanilla-flavored vodka,white creme de cacao, and Irish creamliqueur over the ice; cover and shakevigorously. Dump the ice and water fromthe martini glass and drizzle the inside ofthe glass with chocolate syrup. Strain thecocktail into the glass to serve.(Recipes and photos from Allrecipes.com)

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Resolution Revisited:

Kick the Habit for Good!By Crystal Robertson

If your New Year's resolution was to quit smoking,

you're in good company. It's a popular goal, and many,

many people succeed—but not always on the first try.

According to the American Lung Association, 6 of 10

smokers require multiple quit attempts to stop smoking.

Successfully quitting for good requires planning, and there

are many effective quit methods available to make your

healthy resolution a reality. Regardless of how you decide

to quit—whether you use medicines, counseling, or simply stop smoking on

your own—it's most important to commit to quit, make a plan, and stick with it.

The following steps will help you to create your own customized quit plan.

As you move through the steps, keep a record of your plan, and have it readily

available during your quit.

1. Pick a Quit Date—Sooner is better than later, but give yourself time to

prepare. Many smokers choose a quit date that’s within two weeks of

their decision. Avoid choosing a day when you know you will be busy,

stressed, or tempted to smoke.

2. Let Loved Ones Know You Are Quitting—Support is one of the keys

to successfully quitting. Let friends and family know your quit plans

ahead of time. Everyone is different, so be sure to explain exactly how

they can help.

3. Remove Reminders of Smoking—Throw away all your cigarettes and

matches. Give or throw away your lighters and ashtrays. Don't save

even one pack of cigarettes for "just in case."

4. Identify Your Reasons to Quit Smoking—Make a list of all the rea-

sons you want to quit smoking. Keep it in a place where you can see it

every day. Any time you feel the urge to smoke, review your list. It will

keep you motivated to stay smoke-free.

5. Identify Your Smoking Triggers—Make a list

of everything that makes you feel like smok-

ing. Now, write down one way you can deal

with or avoid each item on your list. Keep

this list handy during your quit.

6. Develop Coping

Strategies—Medications

and behavior changes can

help you manage the

symptoms of nicotine

withdrawal. Make sure

you have smoking cessa-

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prior to your quit. But—

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velop other quit-smoking

strategies to use in addi-

tion. And remember—

withdrawal symptoms

and cravings will fade

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smoke-free.

7. Use Multiple Quit-

Smoking Support Options—Quitting smoking is hardest during the

first few weeks. You will deal with uncomfortable feelings, temptations

to smoke, withdrawal symptoms, and cigarette cravings. Here a few

cost-free options you may want to consider:

• SmokefreeTXT: A mobile text messaging service to provide 24/7

encouragement and advice to help smokers quit smoking and stay quit.

Text QUIT to 47848.

• TN Tobacco Quitline: If you want to talk to a quit-smoking counselor

right away, call 1–800–QUIT–NOW (1–800–784–8669).

• Quit Smoking Apps: Mobile phone applications can help you prepare to

quit, provide support, and track your progress. QuitSTART,

LIVESTRONG.com, MyQuit Coach, and iQuit are all highly rated.

• Support Groups: Quitnet.com is a comprehensive online quit-smoking

service. Ex-smokers offer help and advice 24/7. Quit stories and

testimonials also are available for motivation and support.

Quitting smoking happens one minute, one hour, one day at a time.

Reward yourself throughout your quit and celebrate individual

milestones. Quitting smoking is one of the best

lifestyle changes you can make to improve your

health and the health of your family, so be

proud of your accomplishments!

Crystal Robertson


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• Decide on the essential items that you must have first and then worry

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• Handmake the centerpieces yourself by using items priced toward your

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• Using artificial flowers is cheaper than fresh flowers—unless you pick

them from a field yourself.

• Skip the extra wedding favors and focus more attention on decoration

detail.

• Never go over your budget be-

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• Visit your nearby dollar store

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• Tissue-paper roses and flowers

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specialized help. Or maybe a nutritionist or naturopath can assist—what

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that has recently had a good facial. Book one ASAP to see how your

skin likes it. If skin says yes!, book another for a week before your

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According to The Knot, a popular wedding inspiration magazine and

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more than three months to find the perfect ring, and the average cost is $5000.

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• Platinum is a naturally white metal, meaning that it will never fade, change

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• White gold, in contrast, is a created by adding an alloy mix to yellow gold. As

the white color fades, the ring will need to be re-dipped a few times each year.

• Platinum pairs well with all stones because its natural color will not cast any

unwanted color onto the gem. In addition, platinum’s high density makes for an

extremely secure setting.

• If you want matching bands, be sure to consider what your partner likes before

deciding on a metal.

2. Determine the Cut of the Stone

• Traditionally, round and princess cuts are the most popular.

• Recently, celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Sofia Vergara, and Drew Barrymore

have brought attention to less common cuts such as emerald, cushion, and

radiant.

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• Classic: Three-stone and solitaire settings offer a timeless look. Other classic

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4. Determine the Budget

• According the a 2011 jewelry study by The Knot, the bride views the setting,

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ring. In contrast, the groom typically focuses on stone quality, style, and price.

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Q. Is a prenuptial agreement necessary?

A. Legally speaking, marriage splits your combined assets and liabilities right down the middle. Everything gets shared. Therefore, a prenuptial agreement is sometimes very necessary, particularly when a married man orwoman has assets or liabilities that greatly ex-ceed that of his or her spouse. To make a deci-sion that is right for the both of you,consult with a financial planner who isfamiliar with the marriage laws in yourstate.

Q. What about opening a joint bankaccount?

A. Because, in essence, all your money will be merged together, opening a jointbank account can make paying billsmuch simpler. This is particularly true ofbills for things that you own and shareas a married couple, such as a house or insurance. However, it is also a goodidea to budget some spending money toput into your own personal accounts.

Q. What does the average weddingcost?

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Fondue For Two Valentine’s is a time to getcheesy, but here you can doit in a delicious way. Dippingyour favorite foods intomelted cheese or chocolateis a fun way to have a meal,and the skewers are perfectfor feeding each other. uncommongoods.com $29.99

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Little Hearts BoxersFor Valentine’s Day or any occasion,he’ll love the humor in this gift just asmuch as he’ll appreciate its utility. Theseincredibly comfortable white boxersfeature tiny red hearts all over. Manystores such as J. Crew, Walgreens, CVS,and discount stores have a selection ofprints and sizes. $8.99 and up

ChampagneSend your very best with a bottle Domaine Ste. Michelle elegantly presented in a sturdywooden crate. Perfect for celebrating any special occasion, the unforgettable surprise of receiving of fine champagne always leaves a lasting impression. gifttree.com $39.95

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OUT THIS MONTH!

AUTHORSON THEROAD!

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, authors love to meet their eaders. This month our authors will be appearing

at the following events. Questions about booking our authors for your event?

Email [email protected].

Ann El-NemrBetrayed

Saturday, February 1, 10 am to 12 pm Shell Station29 Maple AveShrewsbury, MA

Saturday, February 1, 1 to 3 pmShell Station328 Shrewsbury StBoylston, MA

Sunday, February 2, 10 am to 12 pmShell Station138 Southbridge St, Oxford, MA

Sunday, February 2, 2 to 4 pmShell Station 611 Southbridge StAuburn, MA

Saturday, February 8, 10 am to 12 pmShell Station64 River RoadBerlin, MA

Sunday, February 9, 11 am to 1 pmShell Station30 Lackey Dam RdDouglas, MA

Saturday, February 15, 9 to 11 amPolished Nail Salon299 W Main StNorthborough, MA

Saturday, February 15, 1 to 3 pmTatnuck Booksellers18 Lyman StWestborough, MA

Sunday, February 16, 11 am to 1 pmShell Station340 Grove StWorcester, MA

E Louise JaquesDreams of Amelia, A NovelSplitters, An Amelia Island Mystery

Saturday, February 22, 9 am to 4 pmAmelia Island Book Festival2500 Atlantic Avenue Fernandina Beach, Florida

Kristin HaleGrandma, Tell Me About When You Were a Little Girl

Saturday, February 1, 10 to 11 amChick-Fil-AJohnson City CrossingsJohnson City, TN

Tuesday, February 11, 10 amBristol Public LibraryBristol, VA

Saturday, February 8, 11 am to 1 pmFood CityPiney Flats, TN

Ksenia RychtyckaCrossing the Border

Sunday, February 16, 1:30 pmUkrainian National Women’s League of America Headquarters27040 Ryan RoadWarren, MI

Leigh Anne HooverReading with Ralph—A Journey in Christian Compassion

Saturday, February 11, 6 pm Guest speaker, East Tennessee Chapter—National Railway Historical SocietyFood City Press Room300 Clinchfield StKingsport, TN

Linda Hudson HoaglandSnooping Can Be ContagiousSnooping Can Be DangerousThe Best Darn Secret

Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays throughoutFebruaryBook SigningsAll Seasons Indoor Market18803 Governor G C Perry Hwy (Route 460) Pounding Mill, VA

Tuesday, February 11, 11 am to 1 pmShort Story ReadingReminiscent WritersSouthwest Virginia Community CollegeRichlands, VA

Saturday, February 22, 4 pm to 6 pm, Poetry ReadingSolitudeVirginia Tech UniversityBlacksburg, VA

Tuesday, February 25, 11 am to 1 pmShort Story ReadingReminiscent WritersSouthwest Virginia Community CollegeRichlands, VA

Rita QuillenHiding Ezra

Tuesday, February 11, 10 to 11 amFeatured Author, DayTime TriCitiesWjHL-TV

Thursday, February 27, 7:30 pmReadingBoard of Visitors Lounge, Van Dyke CenterEmory and Henry CollegeEmory, VA

Tamra WilsonDining with Robert Redford and Other Stories

Wednesday, February 27, 7 pmPomegranate BooksWilmington, NC

All Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, books are available for order on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and from select local retailers.

COMING SOON!

Broken PetalsShort-Story Collection Broken Petals is a heart-warming collection of short storieswith an Appalachian backdrop that express humor, twists offate, survival, but most of all, life in its truest form.

Dark Confessions of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Woman Jenn SadaiDark Confessions of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Womanfollows the author on her journey from a drug-addicted thiefwho felt trapped in an abusive relationship to a confident and capable marathon-runner. It is filled with intense drama, troubled romance, and all sorts of dirty little secrets.

The Power of the Zycon Gavin HillSomewhere within the Maze they are waiting to be reunited—the two pieces of the almost 2000-year-old Zycon.The Zycon has been the protector and banner of humanityever since the birth of Luunie, and the Trio must retrieve theDagger of Teorna before the Maze implodes. Will their adventurous quest succeed?

Splitters, An Amelia Island MysteryE. Louise JaquesOn Thanksgiving weekend, when empty-nesters,Laura and John Beck move to their part-time home on Amelia Island, FL from St. Louis, MO, they make ashocking discovery on the beach: the body of localmillionaire, Eduardo Conti. As they deal with personal life-changing circumstances, they face dramatic events; scandalous secrets are revealed;and they piece together the puzzle of Conti’s shadybusiness dealings and his untimely death.

Hiding EzraRita QuillenSet during World War I in southwest Virginia, Hiding Ezra is the story ofa simple farmer, Ezra Teague, who is forced to choose between fightingfor his country and taking care of his family. Like more than 175,000other young men, Ezra chose his family—not because he was a cowardor a pacifist—but because he was practical and because he felt hisChristian faith called him to do so. Hiding Ezra is also a love story, anadventure, a quest, and a chase, as the authorities—including local-boyLieutenant Andrew Nettles—try to bring Ezra to military justice.

A Father’s LoveJessica BeaverSamuel Ford is a wanted man. He is a widower who—all for the love ofhis two children—has committed crimes and put his life in danger. But now Sam’s precious children are endangered themselves becauseof his actions, and he lives his life in desperation of keeping them alive.Life takes a sudden turn when Sam experiences an unexpected kindness from a stranger. Sam’s life soon becomes an example of how powerful God’s love—like a father’s love—can be.

Calling All Writers!Are you an aspiring writer, trying to break into the market? This could be your big chance! Jan-Carol

Publishing, Inc, is hosting the 2014 Believe and Achieve award for fiction writing.

One novel will be selected to receive a publishing contract. The contract will include:

• Book Cover Design

• Professional Editing and Typesetting

• 3-Year Publishing Contract—Paperback Edition

• EBook Edition

Deadline for entries is May 31, 2014. Each entry requires a $20 reading fee. One author will be awarded a 3-

year publishing contract. Multiple entries are allowed. Each entry must be registered separately, with an addi-

tional $20 reading fee.

Contest Rules

• Author must be a United States citizen.

• Author must be 21 years of age or older.

• Current JCP authors are eligible.

• Manuscripts must be works of fiction, contain a minimum of 45,000 words, not

exceed 60,000 words, and conform to the Manuscript Format Requirements below.

• All manuscripts must be submitted as a single file in .doc, .docx, or .rtf format

via email ([email protected], subject line: Believe and Achieve).

• Each uploaded manuscript file must contain a cover page, synopsis, and

complete manuscript (see format requirements below).

• Through its submission, the author confirms that the submitted manuscript is

original and unpublished.

• All entries and reading fees must be received by May 31, 2014.

• No entry will be accepted until the reading fee has been paid. To do so, call

(423-926-9983) with a Visa or Mastercard number, or mail a check (P.O. Box 701 Johnson City, TN 37605).

• Entry fees are non-refundable. Once a manuscript has been accepted, it can be

withdrawn from the contest, but the reading fee cannot be refunded.

• If the winning author withdraws or if the winning manuscript is disqualified, the

next place winner will be awarded the contract.

• Author must agree to terms and sign contract for the contract to be valid.

Manuscript Format Requirements

All manuscript files must conform to the following formatting requirements. Failure to fully comply with

these requirements will adversely affect the score of the entry. Each manuscript file comprises 3 parts:

• Cover Page (page 1)

The cover page must include the:

• Author’s name, phone number, and email address

• Title, word count, and genre (e.g., historical fiction, mystery, children’s,

inspirational, romance) of the manuscript

• Synopsis (page 2)

The synopsis must not exceed 500 words

• Complete Manuscript (page 3 and following)

• Font: 12-point Times New Roman

• Double-spaced

• Margins: 1-inch on both sides, top, and bottom; footer margin: 0.5 inch

• Footer: centered page number

• The author’s name cannot appear anywhere in the main body of the manuscript

(e.g., header, footer)

Winner will be notified by email prior to the printing of the August 2014 issue of Voice Magazine forWomen and will be announced in that issue. For details and updates, visit jancarolpublishing.com or

voicemagazineforwomen.com. voicemagazineforwomen.com February 2014 27

ALL WRITERS WELCOME

Appalachian Authors Guild and Associates

In 2005, a regional writers group formed under the name

of the Appalachian Authors Guild. After all of the kinks had

been worked out, the group applied to the Virginia Commerce

Commission in 2007 and was approved as the Appalachian

Authors Guild and Associates. This name was selected to

reflect the broader scope of its members to include authors,

writers, and anyone interested in promoting the art and craft

of writing.

After this milestone, the Guild began developing events

and programs for writers and authors, including book sales,

festivals, workshops, the Tidings newsletter, and a member

website (www.appalachianauthors.com).

In 2010, the Guild became a chapter of the Virginia Writers

Club, thus opening up more opportunities for its members.

The Appalachian Authors Guild and Associates has been

around for nine years and serves writers at every stage of

development through programs that offer opportunities for

growth in skills and insight. The Guild builds audiences for

literature, encourages all who are interested in the literary arts,

and provides information and support services.

In collaboration with Southwest Virginia Community

College, the Guild co-hosts an annual summer writers

gathering, the Appalachian Heritage Writers Symposium,

which brings together writers at all levels of experience for

workshops, readings, and more.

Anyone who writes or has an interest in becoming a writer,

published or not, is invited to learn what the Guild has to

offer. If you would like to attend the March 11, 2014, General

Meeting of the Appalachian Authors Guild and Associates,

please email Linda Hoagland at [email protected]. It

is a luncheon meeting (pay for your own) at the Tuscan Italian

Restaurant in Abingdon, VA, and an approximate head count

must be provided to the restaurant. The meeting will begin at

11:30 am and end at approximately 1:30 pm. There will be a

speaker to teach us more about nonfiction writing. Hopefully,

you will like what you hear, what you see, and the people you

meet and will consider becoming a member!

How to place a classified ad: $25.00 for up to 40 words and .10 foreach additional word. Line border is included. Bold and or one-color ad-ditional. Must be received by the 15th. All ads subject to approval. Call423-926-9983 or email: [email protected]

How to place a display/classified ad: Contact by phone 423-926-9983or e-mail [email protected].

Editing: We reserve the right to edit for taste, clarity and length. Mostsubmissions are edited to shorten, clarify confusing statements or correctgrammatical errors. If a submission is potentially libelous, slanderous orappears to have been written with malice or harmful intent, it will be ed-ited or rejected. This applies to submissions for the magazine and for ourwebsite www.voicemagazineforwomen.com.

How to subscribe: Send $28.00 for one year for 12 issues to: Voice Magazine, P.O. Box 701, Johnson City, TN 37605

How to submit items to “update” and “up & coming events”: We encourage submission of press releases about news and up & comingevents. Email your press releases to [email protected]

Career Corner(Employment Section)

Join Us! Voice Magazine islooking to add to our currentoutside sales staff! This is agrowth opportunity for a dynamic individual with apositive attitude. Apply your‘sales experience’ to sellingads and servicing. Must have‘do what it takes’ attitude, be tenacious and enjoy serving businesses. This position is part-time to full-time. Commission only. (Abingdon, VA area) Email

your resume to: sales@voicemagazine forwomen.comor fax your resume to 423-926-9983.

Abingdon, VASouthwest Virginia Higher Education Center to hostThe Great Winter Soup Cook-Off. The Great WinterSoup Cook-Off is scheduled on Saturday, February8, 2014, from 11:00 am–2:00 pm at the SouthwestVirginia Higher Education Center as a fundraiser tosupport educational programs. The awards cere-mony will begin at 2:30 pm. Individuals, teams, and professionals are encouraged to participate bypreparing a favorite soup(s) and entering the com-petition. Awards will be given in two categories;professional and non-professional. Awards will begiven for 1st-3rd place in each category as well asspecial prizes such as People’s Choice and Rootedin Appalachia, and Showmanship. The professionalcategory is for restaurants and culinary related busi-nesses. Registration is $10.00 plus a door prize val-ued at $25.00 or more. A total of two soups areallowed per registration. The 1st place winner willreceive a monetary gift card and traveling trophy tobe displayed at their business throughout the year.Special prizes will be awarded to 2nd-3rd placewinners. The non-professional category is for indi-viduals and teams. Businesses, clubs and organiza-tions are included in this category. Registration is$10.00. One soup is allowed per registration. The1st place winner will receive a monetary gift card.Special prizes will be awarded to 2nd-3rd placewinners. Complete details, competition rules, andregistration information are available on the web-site at www.swcenter.edu/cookoff. All inquiries andquestions should be directed to Jennifer Ferreira byemail at [email protected] or by phone at(276) 619-4377.

Johnson City, TNMountain States Health Alliance Health Resources Center ClassesFIT-N-FEBRUARYWednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26,4:30–5:15 pmInstructor: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, MSHA Join usas Darlene leads a workout that is so fun, you’ll for-get you’re exercising! Weekly nutrition tips, recipesand fitness goals will also help keep you on track.Don’t miss out! FREE! *Annex

HATHA YOGA - QUIET THE MIND, REFRESHTHE BODY Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6–7 pmInstructor: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, MSHA, Certi-fied Yoga Instructor, RYT-500, AFAA Yoga can pro-mote relaxation, toning, flexibility, strength andbalance. Bring a yoga mat. $5 fee. *Annex

CHOCOLATE~A NOT SO GUILTY PLEASUREMonday, Feb. 10, noon–1 pmSpeaker: Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, JCMC Is healthy chocolate a dream or a reality? Get thefacts about the health benefits of chocolate. Recipesand samples. FREE! *Annex

BETTER POSTURE FOR A BETTER BACKWednesday, Feb. 12, noon–1 pmInstructor: Darlene Hatley, RN, MS, MSHA One keyto good posture and avoiding back pain is a strongcore. Learn simple exercises and tips to improve yourpos- ture and strengthen your abs and back. FREE!*Annex

MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Satur-day, Feb. 1, 11 am–1 pm Facilitator: Darlene JesseeIf you or someone you love has multiple myeloma,join us for a time of caring and sharing. Support per-sons are encouraged to attend. FREE! *Annex

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUPSaturday, Feb. 1, 2–4 pmFacilitator: Peggy WillocksFind out everything you want to know about Parkin-son’s through discussions with others who have beendiagnosed with Parkinson’s and by speaking withother caregivers. FREE! *Annex

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPTuesdays, Feb. 4, 11 & 18, 2:30–4 pmFacilitator: April Collins MSW, MSHA Home Health& HospiceAfter the loss of a loved one, we often experience awide variety of emotions which can feel overwhelm-ing and cause us to think and act “out of character.”Come, join us in a safe and non- judgemental envi-ronment to learn more about the journey of grief andways to cope from day to day. FREE! *HRC

SMART RECOVERYFriday, Feb. 7, 11 am–12:30 pmSpeaker: Mary E. Woods, BS Psy, MSHA PsychiatrySmart Recovery is a self-management and recoverytraining that helps individuals maintain abstinencewith addiction. The group focuses on empowerment,building and maintaining motivation, coping, andmanaging behavior. FREE! *Annex

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUPThursday, Feb. 13, 5:30–6:30 pmSpeaker: Glynda Ramsey, MDDuring Heart Month learn a few heart-centered tech-niques for stress management, including loving kind-ness meditation and HeartMath. Then discover whichone speaks to YOUR heart! FREE! *HRC

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BFF CLUB-BREAST FRIENDS FOREVERThursday, Feb. 20, 5–6:30 pm Speaker: Karen MabeJoin us for a time of sharing and caring regardless of where you are in yourbreast cancer journey. In conjunction with the American Cancer Society. Will notmeet if JC schools are closed due to weather. FREE! *HRC

All classes are held in the HRC Classroom unless Annex Classroom location isspecified. The HRC is located in The Mall at Johnson City by the Belk Women’sStore on the lower level. Our Annex is located at the back of The Mall, between Belk Home Store and Belk Women’sStore. Enter directly from the parking lot at the green awning. Please call REGISTRATION IS REQUIREDCALL 1-800-888-5551 • www.msha.com/hrc

Upcoming Events at Atlantis Spiritual Center:Mondays: 10–6 pm, Palm Reading with Pat HassanMondays: 11–6 pm, Healing with Shannon StokelyTuesdays: 12–6 pm, Astrology and/or tarot readings with Rev. Alisha Watson Tuesdays: 2–6 pm, Human Design Appointments Wednesdays: 10:30–6 pm, Reflexology with Registered Certified ReflexologistTurena AustinWednesday: 5:15 pm, YogaWednesdays: Feng Shui Workshop with Elena Stefirta: Every other Wednesdaythrough MarchThursdays: 10–6 pm, Inter-Dimensional Healing with Rev. Edward ChristianFridays: 1–5 pm, Acudetox and Handwriting Analysis with Jo ContinoPlease call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space or for more information. Atlantis Spiritual Center, 240 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN 423-926-8884, atlantisjohnsoncity.com

A Place of Healing announced its 1st Annual Fundraising Event is scheduled forThursday, February 6, 2014 at 6:30 pm at Shakti in the Mountains, 409 East UnakaAvenue, Johnson City, TN. Cost is $20 per person. Proceeds will be used to raiseeating disorders awareness in the local region, and to provide eating disorders information and resources. The event will feature storytelling and a silent auction.A Place of Healing is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to raise awarenessand provide educational resources and professional referrals to the Northeast Ten-nessee Region on eating disorders and related body issues.For ticket information call: 1-423-815-9511 or visit: healingtn.org/fundraiser oraplaceofhealing.eventbrite.com.

Kingsport, TNNew Vision Youth will host its annual Black History Program at the LamplightTheatre on Broad Street in Kingsport with entertainment by Billy Wayne andTainted Saints, Witness, Full Gospel Mission Choir, L3ministries, Anointed Grace,Bethel A.M.E. Zion Choir, saxophonist Casey McClintock and New Vision YouthDrama of “Who Am I?”Sunday, February 16 at 6:00 pmLampLight Theatre in Kingsport, TNPhone (423) 429-7553 or (423) 579-4651Price: Free

The City of Kingsport is seeking artwork for the Eighth (8th) Annual SculptureWalk Exhibition in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dates for the Exhibition are May 2014through April 2015. Works can be in any media, must be suitable for outdoors and may be functional or non-functional, temporary in nature or permanent. The temporary exhibit will be located in the heart of downtown Kingsport on Main and Broad Streets. Since 2007 the City of Kingsport has been very fortunate to purchase 12 works of art from the annual temporary Sculpture Walk exhibition and place them in the growing Permanent Public Art Collection. This has been accomplished with both private and public money and generous support from thecommunity. Annually a full color brochure is produced and distributed.Application & required materials: www.EngageKingsport.comFor additional information or to submit application: (423) 392-8414

Find Your Voice! “Hills Are Alive”

Harmonizes in 4 parts Tuesdays at 7:00 pmon the lower level of the Bristol Mall.

This small, award-winning, all-ladies chorus is a proud chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Come join us for fun and fellowship.

Call 276-628-8692 for more information

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