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Don ForrestDirector of [email protected](828) 244-6538

Mailing Address - P.O. Box 57 Harmony, NC 28634 (704) 546-5511E-mail - [email protected]

CONTRIBUTING WRITERSKristie Darling • Meredith CollinsKathy Wheeler • Lauren Davidson

COVER PHOTOGRAPHYShane Greene Photography

COVER STORYGraystone Aesthetic Center

Editorial Stock photography, unless otherwise noted,

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June 2016Living the Good Life


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I from the publisherWelcome to the June issue.This month we celebrate and honor the graduates in our area. They have grown from kids to young adults and are now ready to take on the many challenges the world has to offer. Congratulations to them all as they put the long hours of studying and learning in the rear view mirror and go forward with confidence. Please know that we at Hickory Living Magazine are proud of you, and wish you a bright future filled with much success!

We also welcome the summer season this month. Yes, the long, hot days of summer are here, and 2016 will be half over at the end of the month! June would be a great month to take a daycation. Why not pack a picnic lunch and go boating on Lake Hickory, or visit Carowinds, or any of the other great attractions in our area!

Father's day is Sunday, June 19. We salute and thank all the wonderful dads in our area who are fabulous role models for their kids. You are loved and appreciated more than words can express!

Until next month, thank you for reading the June issue of Hickory Living Magazine!

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8 • Celebrating Father's Day

12 • Graystone Aesthetic Center Enhancing Your Natural Beauty

18 • Triangle Contractors Design, Installation And Service

23 • What's Cooking?! Grilled Flank Steak With Grapes And Stilton

26 • Having Fun With Outdoor Entertaining

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On the third Sunday in June, we cel-ebrate Father’s Day. You may think Dad won’t care one way or the other whether you celebrate his day or not. After all, he usually complains about all of these holidays and swears the greeting card companies invented them to make a profit. Right? Wrong! This is one holiday when he won’t mind if you make a small fuss! However, he probably won’t care if you give him a store bought card or a nice note, and he certainly won’t turn the card over to see what company it came from!

This year, we honor our dads on June 19th for all of their hard work, wisdom, and helpful advice they have given us. If your dad was similar to mine, some of his favorite sayings were:

“Because I said so, that’s why!” or “Go

ask your mother!” or “Do you think money grows on trees?” He used to tell my brothers, “That will put some hair on your chest.”

But some of my favorites were: “If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.”

“The sooner you learn to stand on your own two feet, the better off you will be.” I always hated this one until I realized he was right.

Dads are often men of few words who want to teach us practical things that will help us in life, like how to change a tire or check the oil in our car, or how to catch a fish. They tend to set stan-dards for their family so their children will grow up to be prepared, resourceful adults who can think for themselves. Sometimes they show us how to do

things, while other times they let us figure it out on our own, knowing we will learn a lesson. Dads are good at setting limits and sticking to them. They don’t fall for our excuses or half-truths. If you know the value of a dollar, your dad probably had something to do with it. Dads push, teach, and encourage their children, so they will be strong and ready for what life throws their way. They can seem hard on us at times, but those times are meant to build character.

This Father’s Day, let your dad know how much you appreciate those lessons, his wisdom, and advice. Spend some time with him doing something he enjoys–maybe a game of golf, a fishing trip, or a cookout. However, remember that what he wants most is your love and respect and maybe a little fuss about it being Father’s Day.

Celebrating Father's Day

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By Kathy Wheeler





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By Kristie Darling | Photos by Shane Greene PhotographyBefore and After photos by Roderick Hargrove, MD, FACS

Ms. Chanel got it right…you can be irresistible for the rest of your life! When we look

our best, our appeal and charm shine. No matter your age, from 18 to 80, a youthful, bright

appearance on the outside does wonders for your self-esteem on the inside. Confidence,

attitude, outlook take on new meaning when we feel good about our looks and ourselves. If

you have considered enhancing your appearance, this may be your moment. Dr. Roderick

Hargrove and the aesthetic staff at Graystone Aesthetic Center can answer all your questions

and help you understand today’s options for enhanced beauty.

Jennifer Garret is passionate about her work as the Center’s director of aesthetic services. “Our

goal is just like yours,” she explained. “We want to help you look your best. Dr. Hargrove

is truly a facial artist; he has great bedside manner and patients love him. Our entire staff is

dedicated to your best results.” Jennifer has 20 years experience in customer service and the

“You can be gorgeous at thirty, charming at forty, and irresistible for the rest of your life.” ~ Coco Chanel

I appreciated the honesty, as I was given all options for my desired concerns, and they did not try to sell me something I didn't need. ~ Rave Review #1


beauty industry. Listening to new patients–men and

women, teens to seniors–Jennifer explains the doctor’s

recommendations, procedures or products, and dis-

cusses the improvements you can see. A consultation

with an experienced provider about your beauty goals is

priceless.

PROFESSIONAL COSMETIC SURGERY

Dr. Hargrove is Graystone Aesthetics’ medical director and

a board certified oculofacial plastic surgeon and ophthal-

mologist who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive

surgery of the face and eyes. “I truly cherish that I am able

to help people have better sight and help them enhance

their natural beauty,” Dr. Hargrove said. He performs

beauty enhancing cosmetic surgeries like browlifts, eye-

lifts, traditional facelifts, and Rejuvalift, a modified facelift

that can improve the appearance of sagging jowls and

cheeks. CO2 laser resurfacing slows the signs of aging, and

gives you healthier, smoother skin with minimal down

time.

Smartlipo is an improved laser assisted liposuction pro-

cedure that removes fat on any stubborn problem areas

of the body on both men and women. Smartlipo on the

tummy is most popular. “This is the right choice if you are

tired of working out and dieting without seeing results. It’s

more precise, and it’s safer,” Jennifer explained. “Smartlipo

is minimally invasive and done in the office. It requires

less anesthesia, minimal downtime, and the results are

amazing. Fat cells are removed, and natural collagen is

produced to tighten surrounding tissues without any ad-

ditional surgery.”

Jennifer showed me remarkable before and after photos

of Precision Tx patients and said, “This is the next best

thing to a traditional face lift. It’s a less invasive laser treat-

ment that requires just three small incisions.” For those

who don’t want surgery but do want their skin tightened

around their lower face, jowls and neck, Precision Tx is an

excellent choice with very pleasing results.

Dr. Hargrove did an amazing job! I am extremely pleased with the results of my surgery! I highly recommend Graystone Aesthetic Center! ~ Rave Review #2

Before Facelift One Month Post Procedure

Before Smartlipo Three Month Post Procedure

Before Smartlipo Two Month Post Procedure

Photos:

On the cover–Dr. Roderick Hargrove and Carrie M.

Thompson, licensed aesthetician

Before and after photos were taken by Dr. Hargrove of

actual Graystone Aesthetic Center patients.

All other photos are by Shane Greene Photography.

Jennifer Garrett, director of aesthetic services and patient care coordinator; Roderick Hargrove, MD, FACS; and Carrie M. Thompson, licensed aesthetician


AESTHETIC MEANS BEAUTIFUL

Body and facial contouring, skin rejuvenation, and laser

or light treatments are the foundation of Graystone’s

aesthetic services. As summertime begins, many people

want to improve their full body profile. CoolSculpting

works wonders in reducing muffin tops, love handles,

and those plump places that just don’t cooperate with all

your good efforts. “I love helping people look and feel

better about their bodies,” Jennifer continued. “Cool-

Sculpting is a non-invasive treatment that was developed

by Harvard scientists, is cleared by the FDA, and is safe,

effective, and easy. There’s virtually no downtime, so you

can come in during your lunch hour for a treatment.”

Beauty enhancing treatments at Graystone are top-

of-the-line: Botox reduces laugh and frown lines, and

wrinkles from smoking and worrying; Voluma is a facial

treatment that replenishes lost skin volume and can fill

out cheeks for a softer, more youthful look; Juvéderm

smooths wrinkles, smile lines, and diminishes vertical

lip lines; and Radiesse produces long lasting wrinkle

reduction through collagen stimulation. “The dermal

fillers can restore fullness and smooth out fine lines and

wrinkles,” Dr. Hargrove explained, “and neurotoxins like

Botox can soften or eliminate wrinkles in the forehead

and around the eyes. A more youthful, fresh, flattering

appearance is the result.”

NEED SOMETHING SPECIAL?

One in five tattoo wearers wishes their body art was

gone. For those who feel that way, perhaps because of

employment concerns, a change of mind, or serious

regret, Graystone’s PicoSure, a safe laser treatment, can

be the best choice. Its ultra-short pulses shatter tattoo

ink into dust-size particles that are readily absorbed

After having so many different treatments here, I don’t think I could trust any other center with my skincare. ~ Rave Review #4

Before CoolSculpting After Two Treatments

Unmatched in the region! Customer service is impeccable. I feel much better receiving services within the umbrella of a high quality medical practice versus a spa. ~ Rave Review #3

Before Lip Filler After Lip Filler

Below, Carrie assists Dr. Hargrove with a Botox injection.

Cynthia Tucker explaining details of the new patient packet


personalized plan to revitalize your appearance and self-

confidence. As Dr. Hargrove told me:

Graystone Aesthetic Center2424 Century Pl SE • Hickory

(828) 304-6656www.eyesfacebody.com

and eliminated by the body, a huge improvement over past

procedures, with more complete clearance of the tattoo and

less treatments overall. Amazing before and after photos are on

the website! If you would like your tattoo(s) gone or you know

someone who does, spread the word about Graystone’s success-

ful ink removal. They have cleaned up teens and removed tattoos

created during World War II!

PicoSure Laser Revitalization can accomplish a number of skin

rejuvenation results that many women desire. It’s one of the

newest anti-aging laser skin treatments for reduced lines and

wrinkles, sun-damaged skin, diminished age spots, and reduced

acne or other scars on the face, chest or décolleté, hands, legs,

and more.

“Permanent eye makeup is not just for women who want to get

ready faster each morning,” Carrie Thompson said with a smile.

“Women who are into sweaty activities, those whose eyebrows

have been lost due to chemotherapy, those whose eyesight isn’t

as good as it once was, and women with unsteady hands, these

women love permanent makeup.” Carrie is the Center’s medical

aesthetician. She performs a number of personalized skincare

treatments that include photorejuvenation, facials, laser hair

removal, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, complimentary skin

analysis and more. SkinMedica, a medical grade skin care line,

good-for-you Colorscience makeup, and a full menu of excellent

skin care products are offered.

BE IRRESISTIBLE!

You will enjoy meeting Jennifer Garrett. She’ll answer your ques-

tions, share her expertise, and make certain you understand your

beauty enhancing options. Jennifer can also explain the Patient

Loyalty Plan that rewards referrals and repeat patients. The Cen-

ter’s website, www.eyesfacebody.com, features Carrie’s Corner, her

fun video blog full of informative topics and features. “I love that

people are excited when they see their results. It's very reward-

ing,” Carrie told me.

The experienced team at Graystone is dedicated to helping you

improve your looks, slow down the signs of aging, or launch a

True to its long legacy, Graystone has once again achieved a superior reputation with all its services. ~ Rave Review #5

I am so pleased and love the results. ~ Rave Review #6

I am very fortunate to have a great, caring team who share with me the same values and devotion to our patients’ clinical outcomes. They make everyone feel special. ~ Rave Review #7

Baseline Post Five Treatments

Below, Carrie performing PicoSure tattoo removal




By Meredith Collins

Triangle Contractors, Inc. began as Triangle Air, Inc. in 1977 and later changed “Air” to “Contractors,” because they expand-ed beyond just heating and air.

Buddy Fisher started the company with two partners and later bought them out and became sole owner. Triangle now has 68 employees. Don Mask, vice president of field operations, man-ages the daily dispatch and makes sure everything is running smoothly across all departments.

Triangle is licensed in unlimited general construction, public utilities, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, refrigeration, and electrical. They also hold an R-stamp for repairs on boilers and pressure vessels. For the last 15 years, their operations have been based in their 65,000 square foot facility in Morganton.

Their fabrication facility uses advanced technology and highly trained personnel to custom build products like fly ashe collec-tors, dump chutes, conveyor systems, sheet metal ductwork, and more.

No job is too big or too small for Triangle. Their work includes residential, commercial, and industrial contracts for manufac-turing facilities, schools, hospitals, offices, and homeowners.

George Currie, residential sales manager, supervises all residen-tial HVAC equipment. When a customer calls for a replacement or new installation, he visits the location to assess the situation. At the end of the meeting, Currie has the tools needed to create a quote on the spot. He says customers appreciate the quick service and the zero turn around time on a quote when other companies can take one to two days.

Once a heating or air conditioning system is installed, Triangle prides itself on continuing its exceptional customer service. “I think our service after the sale sets us apart,” Fisher said. “We are always there. If there is a problem, we take care of it. Our people go above and beyond the norm on installation and later service. We build our business on repeat business because of the way we take care of our customers.”

Design, Installation and Service

TriangleContractors

Photos:• Left, owner of Triangle Contractors, Inc., Buddy Fisher• Below, 25,000 square foot fabrication facilityOpposite page–Installation and servicing residential, commercial and industrial HVAC. Triangle also installs and services cooling towers, boilers, chillers & control systems. Spray foam, plumbing and electrical are available for new installations.Triangle Contractors management team–Left to right, Duggie Craig, Tony Maney, Albert Suttle, Randy Pitts, Doug Lackey, Don Mask, Eric Jacobson, George Currie, Robbie Killian.

Photo by Shane GreenePhoto by Shane Greene


Fisher says this is true because his staff includes some of the best people in the industry. They follow the company mis-sion statement: “We strive for no less than excellence in all we do. We have a commitment to try harder, persevere longer, and not settle for ‘good enough.’ Every accomplishment shall provide an opportunity for future growth, and every achieve-ment shall spur us to another. We shall endeavor to finish first, and best.”

Triangle understands your heating and air conditioning prob-lems don’t always occur during normal business hours. If you call their office number after hours, anytime 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you are connected to a service line of staff on

call. They service just about every brand of HVAC equipment, and financing is also available. Triangle staff will work with customers to develop a monthly payment plan customized to the project and financial needs. They can provide financial plan options at the time of the quote.

Whether it’s a contracting or HVAC need, the Triangle staff are happy to discuss the project with you and develop a plan.

TRIANGLE CONTRACTORS, INC.PO Box 8010, Morganton

828-432-0025www.trianglecontractorsinc.com

Photo by Shane Greene





Light, refreshing flavors are the perfect solution for a summer meal. As temperatures heat up, take your summer entertaining to the next level with a secret ingredient that is as pretty as it is tasty.

Grilled Flank Steak with Grapes and Stilton

Serves: 6

1 flank steak (2 pounds) kosher salt freshly ground black

pepper 1 ½ tablespoons red wine

vinegar1 tablespoon chopped

shallot¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil2 bunches (8 cups) water-

cress, trimmed½ cup crumbled Stilton or

other blue cheese 2 cups red California

grapes, halved

DirectionsHeat grill to high and oil grates. Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper.

In a small blender or food proces-sor, combine vinegar, shallot, mus-tard and olive oil to make dressing. Season with salt and pepper, and puree until smooth.

Grill steak until it reaches 130° F for medium-rare, about 6 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.

What's Cooking?!Grilled Flank Steak with Grapes and Stilton

In a large bowl, combine water-cress, salt, pepper and enough dressing to coat. Thinly slice steak across the grain and transfer to platter. Top with watercress, Stilton and grapes, and serve with addi-tional dressing.

Savory Black Grape Sorbet

Servings: 4

1 ½ pounds (4 cups) black California seedless grapes, washed and stemmed

¼ cup sugar2 tablespoons vodka2 tablespoons lemon juice8 large basil leaves pinch of salt

DirectionsIn a food processor or blender, pu-ree grapes and sugar until smooth. Pour into a small saucepan and bring to boil over high heat. Re-duce heat to a simmer and cook until mixture has reduced by about one-third, about 15 minutes. Stir in vodka, lemon juice, basil and salt, then let cool to room temperature.

Pour mixture into a shallow pan and freeze until hard, 3 to 4 hours. Transfer to a food processor or blender and process until smooth and creamy, and lightened in color. Serve immediately.

Recipes and photos compliments of California Table Grape Com-mission. Visit GrapesfromCali-fornia.com for more refreshing recipes for summer.




Summer is a fabulous time

to get together with your friends and

family. The sun is out, the kids are out of

school, and everyone seems a little more

relaxed. Whether it’s for Independence

Day, a birthday party, or just for a family

cookout, try out these tips this summer

to make your latest bash unforgettable:

Keep it Cool.Keep your guests comfortable with fans,

and make sure you have lots of water,

ice, and cold beverages on hand to make

sure everyone stays hydrated and happy.

Keep your dips and fruit on ice to keep

them cool if it’s especially hot.

Elevate Your Style.Hop on Pinterest and check out all the

different ways to make your gathering

one to remember. Even if I just have

a few girlfriends over, I simply throw

a cute tablecloth over our patio table,

light a few candles, and throw some

chilled white wine in a champagne

bucket. These things only take a few

minutes, but small touches go a long

Having Fun withOutdoor Entertaining

way when entertaining. Placing flower

arrangements on tables or hanging up

a string of lights around your trees will

turn your backyard barbecue into a

swingin’ summer soiree! If you plan to

do lots of outdoor entertaining this year,

it may be beneficial to set up outdoor

speakers, and if you’re on a budget,

there are lots of affordable, Bluetooth-

compatible options that will keep up the

mood. It’s also fun to explore different

table settings that you can craft at home.

Coastal themes are fun, and a starfish

placeholder is inexpensive and will

delight your guests.

Entertain!Give your guests something to do! By

all means, you certainly don’t need an

agenda, but keeping some games on

hand will keep the party from getting

stale. If you have children attendees,

why not arrange a scavenger hunt for

them? It’s also a fun idea to have serving

stations for beverages, desserts, and

appetizers. This is an unconventional,

but fun way to guide your guests around

the party, and this way, you don’t have

to worry about spending all your energy

serving and not having time to enjoy

yourself! Photo props are also trending

right now. Give your guests something

to put on Instagram with silly props

like hats, signs, and glasses. These items

are easily crafted or found at places like

Michaels or Oriental Trading Company.

Putting in just a small amount of effort

will set your parties apart and make your

friends and family look to you as a stellar

hostess. And remember, whether it’s for

a big graduation bash, a family barbecue,

or just having your best friends over,

make it special! Putting your signature

touch on things will create summer party

memories to last a lifetime!

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