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Table of Contents
Medical Professionals Women in Profile
Diabetic Food Care ..................................................................... 5
Meet Eight Local Women..................................................... 24,25
Spinal Cord Stimulation............................................................... 4
Varicose Veins: Risks and Treatment.......................................... 8

Health and Wellness Community


Birth Control Matters ................................................................ 26
Free RX Prescription Card ..........................................................10 Center for Hope & Healing: Child and Family Support.............. 33
Massage for Sinus and Allergy Relief ......................................... 6 Conflict Resolution Skills ........................................................... 32
Shaklee: Rx for a Healthier Life ....................................................9 Downtown Hampton: Get Reaquainted.................................... 34

Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Medicine Habitat for Humanity: Raise the Roof Fundraiser......................30
Heart Safety Tips ....................................................................... 27
Want Straighter, Whiter Teeth by Summer?.................................7
Hyper-Realistic Sculpture at Contemporary Art Center..............31
Healthy Eating Meet a NASA Astronaut............................................................. 35
Warm and Healthy Winter Dishes ...................................... 12,13 Organize Your Clutter ................................................................ 23
Tastefully Yours 2011 at Foodbank ............................................29
Business The Keim Centers: Helping Women for 25 years ...................... 36
Rapid Refill Ink: Alternative to Rising Costs .............................. 14 The Voice of Victim Advocacy.....................................................28
Time Management: Is it Managing You? ...................................15 Volunteer Guide for Non-Profits ................................................22
Women Entrepreneurs Wanted ............................................ 2, 16
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Prepare for Cost of a Bigger Family .......................................... 18 Who Built King Tut’s Tomb? .......................................................38
Insurance The Power of the Paper
Long Term Care and Health Insurance ......................................11 Welcome to Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers........39

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Do Spanish Speakers Talk Too Fast?............................................21 Virginia Beach Woman on the Internet .....................................40

Personal Development
Transformational Changes in Your Life ......................................19 On the Cover
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Medical Professionals
Treating Chronic Pain with Spinal Cord Stimulation
feeling of pain. The patient is then able to adjust the
impulse they receive based on preset programs. These
programs are personalized to produce the tingling or
tapping sensation in the areas where the patient typically
experiences pain. The device can be turned on and off,
the sensation intensity turned up or down, and the area
of coverage adjusted. This is a very valuable feature, as
pain can be felt at different times to varying intensities
or even in different locations.
Written by
Jenny L. Andrus, MD Spinal cord stimulation is used for treatment of
chronic or intractable pain, meaning that it is used
when pain is not controlled by simpler measures such

D
o you suffer from chronic pain? If you do, as medications or therapy. It is not only an effective
you are not alone. The latest studies indicate method of pain control for many patients, but may
that chronic pain affects up to 44 million reduce the need of medications. This is an important
households and generates an estimated $100 billion feature, as pain medications are often limited in their
per year in health care costs and lost productivity. use by side effects, such as sedation. Another benefit
For people living with chronic pain, there can be is that SCS is usually performed first as a trial. The
tremendous functional, psychological and social lead is placed in the epidural space and connected to
an external generator. The length of the trial period
implications that may lead to job loss, withdrawal from This illustration shows the placement of
family and friends and depression. For women, it can be the Stimulator leads and battery in the body. varies, but is typically 5 to 7 days. This is an exciting
extremely disruptive to their roles as wives, mothers and feature as this “trial run” allows the patient to try the
care-givers. Additionally, SCS provides an alternative for pain relief device to determine what benefit it provides. After
for patients in whom surgery is not indicated. In fact, for the trial period, the patient can decide if they would
In the past, chronic pain has been treated as merely a some patients, SCS has been shown to be more effective like to go forward with stimulator implantation. The
symptom and has often been undertreated and explained than repeated surgery. stimulator is then implanted through a minor surgery.
away. Women have been particularly misdiagnosed. This is less invasive than many surgical alternatives
However, with a growing understanding of why chronic Spinal cord stimulation uses a thin cable to deliver and can be reversed.
pain occurs, and the development of medical specialties low level electrical impulses to the spinal cord. These
devoted to improving chronic pain, women are suffering impulses interfere with the signaling of pain between the Treatment of chronic pain continues to advance as
less and are leading more productive lives. spinal cord and the brain. The thin cable, known as the our understanding of the complex nature of pain
lead, is placed into the epidural space around the spinal increases. With the many advances in the treatment
What exactly is chronic pain? Chronic pain is defined cord. The lead is then attached to a generator, which of chronic pain, many patients have not only had
as pain that persists beyond the expected period of can be controlled with a programmer. This generator a reduction in their pain but most importantly,
healing for a damaged tissue, or for pain from a disease produces a tingling or tapping sensation to replace the improvement in their quality of life.
or illness that is not expected to improve. Pain may
become chronic through a “wind-up phenomenon” Jenny L. Andrus, MD, is a fellowship-trained, board certified, in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and a fellowship in
interventional pain management physician who specializes Interventional Pain Management at the Medical College
where the nerve fibers transmitting the painful impulses in treating the full spectrum of painful spine, joint and nerve of Virginia. She joined the Pain Management team at
to the brain become better trained to deliver pain signals. conditions. She is a Suffolk native and a graduate of Eastern Orthopaedic & Spine Center in July 2009. She resides
Just as muscles become more efficient and powerful Virginia Medical School. Dr. Andrus completed her residency in Yorktown with her husband and two sons.
with training, the nerves become more effective at
sending pain signals to the brain and the brain becomes
more sensitive to these painful signals. This leads to a World Class Orthopaedic & Interventional Pain
greater perception of and a higher intensity pain.
Management…here in Hampton Roads
Chronic pain is best treated with a multi-disciplinary
approach. Unlike acute pain which often responds well
to pain medications, treatment of chronic pain often Boyd W. Haynes lll, M.D. • Robert J. Synder, M.D.
requires a combination of therapies, modalities (such Jeffrey R. Carlson, M.D. • Martin R. Coleman, M.D.
as ultrasound & heat), medications, and minimally- Mark W. McFarland • Raj N. Sureja, M.D.
invasive interventional procedures. Jenny L. Andrus, M.D.

Interventional pain procedures have become an


increasingly important part of the treatment of chronic
pain. There are many different procedures that are
routinely performed that help to reduce pain and the
need for medications. One of the most promising
involves using a spinal cord stimulator (SCS) to disrupt
the pain sensation, replacing it with a non-painful
sensation, such as a tap, tingle or buzz. Spinal cord
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Medical Professionals
Diabetic Foot Care
sions in which a patient presents to
my office complaining of numbness,
tingling or any unusual sensations
in their feet. These symptoms and
a combination of blurred vision,
increased urination, tiredness, leth-
argy and weight gain can be signs
Written by
Debra Abrams Lee, D.P.M.
of diabetes. Patients who have these
experiences are immediately referred

P
to their primary care physician for a
odiatrists contribute a major role in the complete work up.
medical care and education of diabetic foot
care to our patients. Let’s first talk a little Our job as a foot care specialist
about diabetes, foot care, possible complications is to educate diabetic patients on
and the role of podiatrists as team members with the proper care of their feet and to
This illustration shows how an ulcer on the foot, can deeply penetrate the skin if left untreated.
other medical professionals who take care of manage any complications that may
diabetic patients. occur.

Diabetes is a disease in which insulin is either not Regular visits are necessary so that any poten-
made by the pancreas, (Type 1/ Insulin Depen- tial problems or complications can be detected
dent) or an insufficient amount of insulin is made and treated early. Two major risk factors that
(Type 2/ Adult onset/ Non-Insulin dependent). may threaten diabetics are vascular insufficiency
(PVD); peripheral vascular disease and infec-
The pancreas is an organ in the body that produc- tion. If a patient has been diagnosed with poor
es insulin which helps regulate glucose or blood circulation, they run the risk of amputation due to
Specialty shoes and orthotics can help prevent diabetic podiatric problems.
sugar. Diabetes is usually diagnosed and treated either a non-healing ulcer or gangrene, which is
by a patient’s primary care physician. Some dead, necrotic skin/tissue. A skin infection, sore
patients may be under the care of an endocrinolo- on the feet (ulcer) or even an ingrown toenail can Dr. Lee attended the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland,
OH. She completed her residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center,
gist; a medical doctor who specializes in glandu- quickly turn into a serious problem especially if it Brooklyn NY. Dr. Lee is a Diplomate with the American Board of Podiatric
lar disorders such as diabetes. Other physicians is not treated in a timely manner. Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine. She is also Board Certi-
fied as a Wound Care Specialist with the American Academy of Wound
who care for diabetic patients are ophthalmolo- Management. Dr. Lee is a member of APMA, VPMA and the American
gists (eye), cardiologists (heart) and podiatrists If a patient comes into my office with these prob- Academy of Podiatric Practice Management.

(feet). lems, local wound care, antibiotics, off loading


the foot may be initiated as necessary. We also
Patients should have regular eye exams with provide a detailed discussion on how to care for
their ophthalmologists so that any major eye their feet and possible risk factors. Additionally,
diseases can be detected early to prevent or slow hospital admission, consultation with either an
the progression of diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma infectious disease specialist, vascular specialist,
and cataracts. Cardiologists manage any vascular endocrinologist or home health care may be part
problems a patient may encounter such as risks of patient management.
for stroke (cardiovascular disease), hypertension
(high blood pressure) and heart attacks (myocar- It is important that diabetics have regular check
Debra A. Womick Lee,
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Health and Wellness
Varicose Veins: More than a cosmetic problem

Written by
Keith Nichols, MD

Q : What are varicose veins, and what causes


them to form?

A : Nearly 70 million Americans, or one in cause embarassment, they can also cause leg pain Many treatments are now available as alternatives
four adults, have varicose veins or spider (most often at night), restless leg syndrome (a to traditional vein stripping, a procedure in which
veins. Resembling elongated worms, varicose condition in which the legs feel fidgety during the diseased portion of the vein is removed and
veins are green or blue in color and appear to sleep), discoloration of the skin and swelling of the vein is then tied off, or ligated. Some of these
bulge on the surface of the skin. They are often the legs and thighs. alternatives include echo-guided foam sclerother-
the result of an underlying disorder of the circula- apy—an outpatient procedure that usually takes
More serious problems can include massive
tory system called venous insufficiency. Spider only 30 minutes—and the VNUS Closure, a mini-
bleeding from the varicose veins, inflammation of
veins, a form of varicose vein disease, are the mally invasive procedure that promises minimal
superficial veins (those close to the skin’s surface)
small red, blue or purple veins that appear flat on discomfort.
with accompanying redness and pain (called su-
the skin’s surface; they are often the first sign of perficial thrombophlebitis), skin ulcers that won’t
venous insufficiency and affect nearly half of all Most insurance companies cover the VNUS Clo-
heal, blood clots in the deep veins (deep venous
adult women. sure, which has about a 96-percent success rate,
thrombosis) and potentially deadly blood clots
and patients are generally allowed to return to
that can travel to the lungs.
The most universally accepted theory as to what work the next day.

Q
causes varicose veins is that weakened valves : What are the treatment options?
in the leg veins allow blood to flow backwards Veins, like the heart and arteries, are an integral

A
through the valves—a phenomenon called reflux, part of the circulatory system. And while varicose
: The first step is to have a physical exam.
similar to gastric reflux of the stomach, in which and spider veins can pose a health problem for
For patients with varicose veins, doctors can
the stomach contents flow backward into the many people, with appropriate medical care and
perform a specialized scan called a venous Du-
esophagus. Likewise, the leaking vein valves cre- treatment the health and the appearance of the
plex scan to analyze the “plumbing” of the pa-
ate reverse blood flow, increasing pressure within legs can be improved.
tient’s leg veins and determine whether the valves
the veins and causing them to bulge. are leaking.

Q Spider veins are often treated with either sclero- Keith Nichols, M.D., is the medical director of Genesis Vein Specialists and Genesis
: Are there certain risk factors for varicose Medspa in Virginia Beach and Suffolk. He is board-certified in Emergency Medicine.
and spider veins? therapy, which involves injecting medication into And he is the only physician in the Tidewater area, board-certified in Phlebol-

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ogy, which refers to the diagnosis and treatment of leg veins. He is a Fellow in the
: Genetics play a major role in the develop- the veins via small needles, or lasers. Several American College of Emergency Physicans and a member of the American College
of Phlebology and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Trained to
ment of varicose veins. If your mother or types of lasers are used to treat spider veins on operate multiple leading-edge lasers, Dr Nichols uses the most up-to-date equipment.
father experienced bulging veins, then you are at the legs; however, sclerotherapy usually has a He has received special training in Laser and Facial Aesthetics, VNUS Closure, vein
therapy, ultrasound diagnosis and sclerotherapy.
increased risk for developing them. Hormones higher success rate.
also have a role, affecting women twice as often Cutting edge treatments and
as men. Female hormones allow the vein walls to
Medical Aesthetics
dilate, increasing the risk of reflux.
• Laser treatments • Facial treatments
Pregnancy is another risk factor for varicose • Hair removal • Body treatments
veins. Some vein experts compare being pregnant • Botox • Spider veins of
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Insurance
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Healthy Eating
Warm and cheesy, warm and fudgy, warm and healthy
Edited by A warm corn muffin with just 60 calo-
Nancy Monaghan ries. Warm oven-fried potato chips with
Food Editor
just a trace of unsaturated fat. Brown-
Some foods just make you feel warm ies so warm and delicious you wouldn’t
inside know there’s a sugar substitute inside.

We all love comfort food this cold time We offer a light and simple version of
of year. Who can resist a hot serving our favorite comfort food – spaghetti –
of macaroni and cheese in February? that needs nothing but cheese and pep-
Here we offer some warm and cozy per to make you swoon. And we turned
dishes – consider them cousins to the to our friends at www.canolainfo.org
traditional comfort food - to make on for some tasty and healthy dishes you
a cold Saturday afternoon. may not have thought of to warm you
up on a cold winter day.
Warm and creamy, warm and fudgy,
warm and cheesy, warm and healthy! Enjoy!

Maple Roasted Vegetables


1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 green bell pepper cut into large cubes
1 red bell pepper cut into large cubes
½ head cauliflower, sliced into 1-1/2” florets
1 sweet potato cut into 1-1/2” cubes
1 acorn squash, peeled and cut into 1-1/2” cubes
4 parsnips, peeled and cut lengthwise
4 carrots, peeled and cut lengthwise
1 head garlic, peeled and separated into cloves
1 large red onion, cut into 8 pieces
1 tsp each salt and pepper
1 tbsp dried basil

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl mix


Simple Spaghetti and Cheese together canola oil, maple syrup, all vegetables, salt,
pepper and basil. Place mixture on a baking pan
1 lb spaghetti ately, mixing cheese in well. Add a few splash-
lined with parchment paper. Bake 40-45 minutes,
1-1/4 cups finely grated Caciocavallo cheese es of the cooking liquid to melt the cheese and
stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
(see note) make it creamy. Add ground pepper, serve im-
Yield: 10 servings.
1 tbsp fresh ground black pepper mediately. Pass extra grated cheese at the table
---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org
if desired.
Cook spaghetti according to package instruc-
tions (don’t use any oil in the water but do use Note: Simple pasta and cheese is a favorite in
plenty of salt). Grind cheese in a food processor
or grate on very small grater holes.
Italy, where one of the most popular cheeses
for this dish is Caciocavallo. That cheese is dif- Jalapeno
ficult to find, but if you run across it, use it!
Drain spaghetti, reserving about ¼ cup of the
cooking water. Do not rinse spaghetti, and re-
Otherwise use the best Parmegiana, Provolone
or Pecorino you can find. You want a cheese
Corn Muffins
turn it immediately to the drained cooking pot. that melts well. ½ cup cornmeal
- Recipe and photo by Nancy Monaghan
Sprinkle cheese on spaghetti and toss immedi- 1/3 cup skim milk
½ cup all-purpose flour
Have a healthy recipe you want to share? ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh jalapeno pepper, finely
chopped
Nutritious Delicious Breakfasts 1-1/2 tsp baking powder
Deadline March 1, 2011- April/May 2011 issue ¼ tsp garlic powder
Seafood ¼ tsp salt
1 egg, beaten
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1 tbsp canola oil
Packing Healthy Lunches Paprika (optional)
Deadline July 1, 2011 - August/Sept. 2011 issue
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium bowl, Spoon mixture into non-stick muffin tins, filling 2/3
combine cornmeal and milk and let stand for 5 to full. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. Bake for 10 to
Email recipes and photos to virginiahealthyfood@yahoo.com.
10 minutes. Add flour, red pepper, jalapeno pepper, 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Be sure to include your name and phone number
---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org
Photo format must be .jpg, 300 dpi, and no smaller than 5”x7” baking powder, garlic powder and salt to cornmeal
No photo? No problem, just send your recipe along. and milk, and stir well. Add egg and canola oil, stir-
ring until just moistened.

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 12 February/ March 2011


Healthy Eating
Spiced Gabanzo Bean
Pie With Potato Crust
2 lb Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and shredded
2 tbsp canola oil
½ tsp ground turmeric
Canola oil cooking spray
For filling:
2 tbsp canola oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 medium red onion, cut in half lengthwise and thinly
sliced
1 large green bell pepper, stem, seeds and ribs removed,
cut into thin strips
2 tbsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin
2 15-oz cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and
rinsed
2 cups stewed tomatoes (about 1 15-oz can)
1 habanero chile, stem removed, finely chopped (do not
discard seeds)
2 cups shredded reduced-fat provolone cheese
2 large eggs, slightly beaten pepper and stir fry until onion is golden brown, about
¼ cup finely-chopped fresh cilantro five to seven minutes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Liberally spray two 9-inch Stir in cordiander and ground cumin, cook until they turn
pie pans, bottoms and sides, with cooking spray. In a aromatic, about 15 seconds. Add garbanzo beans, toma-
medium bowl, combine the potatoes, canola oil and tur- toes and habanero. Stew mixture, uncovered, stirring oc-
meric. Press half of the mixture into each of the prepared casionally, until almost all the liquid is absorbed, 10 to
pie pans, making sure the bottoms and sides get covered 15 minutes. Turn off heat, allow mixture to cool slightly,
with potato shreds. Bake five minutes, remove from oven about 10 minutes. Stir in cheese, eggs and cilantro.
and set aside.
Creamy Pumpkin Apple Bisque To make the filling: Heat canola oil in a large skillet over
Put the mixture equally into the two prepared potato
crusts. Bake, uncovered, until centers and cooked and
1 tbsp canola oil five minutes or until onions begin to turn
medium high heat. Sprinkle in the cumin seeds and al crusts are brown, about 45 minutes. Allow to rest 10
1 cup diced onions brown. Place onion mixture in a blender
low them to sizzle, about 15 seconds. Add onion and bell minutes. Slice into wedges. Yield: 12 slices
½ medium Gala apple, peeled and with one cup of the chicken broth, secure
---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org
chopped lid and puree until smooth.
1 14-oz can reduced-sodium chicken
broth
½ of a 15-oz can solid pumpkin
Return onion mixture to saucepan, add re-
maining ingredients except half and half Warm Brownies With Java Cream
2 tbsp sugar and sour cream. Bring to a boil over high 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup
1-1/2 tsp ground cinnamon heat, reduce heat, cover tightly and sim- and leveled
½ tsp ground cumin mer 15 minutes. 1/3 cup white whole-wheat flour, spooned and leveled
½ tsp salt ½ cup cocoa powder
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper Remove from heat and gradually add half 1-1/2 tsp baking powder
1-1/2 cups fat-free half and half and half while stirring. To serve, spoon 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
¼ cup fat-free sour cream soup into shallow bowls and top with dol- 1/8 tsp salt
lops of sour cream. Yield: 4 servings, 1 ½ cup packed brown sugar substitute blend
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium- cup each. 1/3 cup canola oil
high heat. Add onions and apple, cook ---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org ½ cup egg substitute
2 tsp vanilla extract

Oven-Fried Potato Chips


Canola oil cooking spray
For cream:
2 tbsp water
1 lb red potatoes (about 3 medium),
1 tsp instant coffee granules
washed well
4 oz fat-free whipped topping
½ tsp salt
1 cup fresh raspberries
1-1/2 tbsp canola oil
1 cup blackberries or blueberries
2 tsp herb blend (your choice)
Canola cooking spray
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a 9-inch nonstick
spring form pan or cake pan with canola oil cooking
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking
spray. Combine flours, cocoa, baking powder, one ta- Serve warm or at room temperature, and when cooled
sheet with foil (for easier cleanup) and coat
blespoon instant coffee granules and salt in a medium completely, store in an airtight container at room tem-
with canola cooking spray. Using a large,
bowl. perature.
sharp, non-serrated knife, cut the potatoes
into very thin slices, about 1/8 inch. Place
Combine sugar, canola oil, egg substitute and vanilla in To make cream, combine water and one teaspoon instant
potato slices and the oil in a large reseal-
another medium bowl, mix well. Add sugar mixture to coffee granules in a medium bowl and stir until coffee
able bag, seal the bag and toss to coat well.
flour mixture and stir until just blended. Batter will be is dissolved. Add whipped topping, whisk until a sauce
very thick. Spoon into the pan and spread evenly using consistency is reached. For a thinner sauce, add one or
Spread potato slices evenly on the baking
a spoon coated with cooking spray. Bake for 11 minutes two tablespoons of water or milk. Refrigerate until ready
sheet and sprinkle with salt and with herbs
or until slightly puffed. Mixture will not be complete- to serve.
if desired. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip
ly cooked at this point but will continue to cook while
potatoes with a spatula and bake for an-
standing without overcooking and drying out. Cut brownies into wedges, spoon cream on top and gar-
other 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
nish with berries. Yield: 8 servings
Yield: 6 servings
Place the pan on a wire rack and let cool for five minutes. ---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org
---Recipe and photo courtesy canolainfo.org
If using a springform pan, remove the sides of the pan.

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 13 February/ March 2011


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Business
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Coaching Sessions desires of the owner.
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that the facilitator and the member have chosen. of the publication and provide a subject for
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Finance
Take steps to prepare for the cost of a bigger family
dual-income households. ing proactive today will mean more time to enjoy
the treasures of parenthood that lie ahead.
Other everyday living expenses
Is your house or apartment big enough to handle ###
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family also means another mouth to feed, so your
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couple’s decision to start a family leads pay a babysitter when you want to go out. As an experienced experienced advisor, Heather knows that
to one of the most significant periods everyone’s financial picture is different, and that priorities change
of transition in their lives. Along with a depending on their time horizon, how they accumulated their
wealth, and their long- and short-term goals. So Heather helps
host of new responsibilities comes the financial Education expenses each of her clients develop a strategy tailored to their unique
impact that children have on a household. This If you choose to send your child to a private needs and goals. She is licensed and registered to conduct business
is not something to be taken lightly. You may be school for grade school and high school, you in VA. Based on licenses and registrations she holds, she may also
conduct certain business in MD, NC. She has a BA in Russian
focused on immediate expenses like diapers, boo- could be in store for some hefty tuition bills. Studies from Mercyhurst College and is an active member of the
ties and baby food, but that’s just the start. And the cost only escalates for higher education. Ocean Front Jaycees.
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money as well. But take heart: families have been you’ll be in when it The first step in reaching your
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have your financial house in order before the new
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can help you achieve them.
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ily is an exciting and believe in, and it starts by listening to you and understanding
Medical costs exhausting time in your dreams. We’ll work with you to find the right financial
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full-time, daycare costs become part of the equa- cial future is secure.
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Personal Development
Make 2011 a Year of Transformational Change in Your Life
Our first Silent Retreat held at the WHI
Improvement – or self-improvement – involves
creating a better version of essentially the same December 3-5 was a wonderful success!
person. It is a matter of polishing up or adjust-
ing the Personality self – the familiar persona
Written by that we generally know ourselves to be and that
Mary Elizabeth Lynch we show to the world. All that is well and good.
Co-founder and President Self-improvement is a worthy endeavor, but
Personal Transformation and we shouldn’t kid ourselves into thinking that it
Courage Institute results in genuine spiritual awakening. Participants were able to connect more deeply with
themselves and nature in this beautiful setting, inspired
Now that we have firmly arrived in 2011, perhaps it is a Transformation is a quantum jump in our sense by the facilitators and their own inner knowing. Here is
what some of the participants shared about their experience:
good time to review our intentions for the year. We typical- of self. It is the awakening of the Individuality
ly set “New Year’s Resolutions” in early January, although – the soul essence of who we are. It is a deeper “A personal space that I create, that I can go to anytime, to find peace.”
“Cherish yourself enough, love yourself enough to give yourself the
sometimes they are a dim memory by the time February change which alters the way we perceive our-
gift of quiet and silence...listen to your soul and God.”
rolls around. But for many, there remains that inner calling selves, helps us focus on our purpose in life, and Photographs by Sherry Treadwell
that reminds us of a longing to bring new, positive habits connects us in a meaningful way with others and the divine. willing to undergo an authentic transformation, something
into daily life. This kind of change challenges us to live authentically and in the soul remains restless and unfulfilled.
in alignment with the values and principles that inspire and
The key to any kind of change is setting your goals and direct us. This kind of change takes courage, compassion If transformational change is your goal for 2011, then PTCI
then making steady progress toward them, one small step at and commitment in order to make that quantum jump. We is here to guide you as you move ahead on your journey.
a time. For each of us, life is a masterpiece in the making call this transformational change. All of our courses are designed to help you come to a deep-
and that creation takes time, commitment, and courage. I er understanding of your core values and ideals and live in
know that in my work with people through the Personal At the heart of transformational change lies vision and accordance with those aspirations and principles. Our staff
Transformation and Courage Institute I am always look- courage. They give you the capacity to see clearly the ide- and facilitators are ready to support and encourage you as
ing for ways to support our participants in this direction. als and potentials for your life and the inner resources to you take the steps necessary to engage this deeper process
People who come to our small-group courses are seeking to actually move in the direction of those ideals. That vision of change. We invite you to visit our web site at
make changes that will bring deeper purpose and meaning is your highest aspiration and goal – an inner compass and www. transformationANDcourage.org and learn more about
into their daily lives. purposeful intentionality that guides your life. how you can make 2011 a year of building new, positive
life-patterns that will transform your life.
When we consider the meaning of personal change, it’s im- Both self-improvement and transformational change are
Mary Elizabeth Lynch, M.A., J.D., is a co-founder and president of the Personal Transformation
portant to distinguish between “improvement” and “trans- important, but make no mistake about which is more impor- and Courage Institute. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, Mary Elizabeth
practiced law and mediated legal disputes for many years. She now uses her legal skills, intuition
formation,” two terms that are misleading but often used as tant. Transformation is a more challenging kind of change and insight to help others clarify their highest intentions and Ideals. This opens the way for people
synonyms. Both involve change, but one is more radical process because the Personality doesn’t easily surrender its to see themselves and their life situations in new and expanded ways, and helps them move through
physical, emotional and mental patterns that stand in the way of fully expressing their gifts and
and ultimately much more significant than the other. claim to be the whole of who we are. But unless we are talents in the world.

Upcoming PTCI Programs 2011

February 25-27 Three Paths of Transformation Virginia Beach, VA

March 4-6 Energy Constellation Training, Level 1 Virginia Beach, VA

March 19 Body-Soul Rejuvenation Charlottesville, VA


(Introductory One Day Program) www.transformationANDcourage.org.
PTCI, P.O. Box 914, 757-496-2961
March 25-27 Vision and Courage Virginia Beach, VA Virginia Beach, VA 23451 info@transformationandcourage.org

April 1-3 Transforming the Inner Child Virginia Beach, VA


cational organization founded to are and your purpose in life.
About Us - help people discover and coura-
April 15-17 Contemplative Living Silent Retreat Cape Charles, VA* geously fulfill their potentials. Based on spiritual philosophies
Each of us is on a journey
toward wholeness that presents The workshop courses—held and transformational psycholo-
in Virginia Beach, Virginia, gies of how we all can change
April 16-18 Ideals, Intuition and Guidance Fairfax, VA both opportunities and chal-
and other locations—give you and grow, PTCI courses and
lenges. It is a path that requires
the development of compassion, a direct experience of your true publications focus on deeper self-
June 3-5 Contemplative Living Silent Retreat Cape Charles, VA* courage and commitment. While self and the courage you need awareness and ways of making a
this journey is a solitary one, to take the next step in personal connection to courage, creativ-
you are never truly alone. There transformation—physically, ity, vitality, increased will, and
June 10-12 Energy Constellation Training, Level 1 North East, MD are spiritual “way stations” mentally, and spiritually. emotional sensitivity. Each course
where you will find compas- is offered in a safe, confidential,
sionate mentors, like-minded PTCI courses are designed for in- supportive learning environ-
June 23-26 Body-Soul Rejuvenation Program Cape Charles, VA* dividuals and groups who seek to ment. Each emphasizes spiritual,
seekers, and insightful tools to
assist you on your journey. move through mental, emotional non-denominational practices
and physical blocks that stand in including meditation and finding
Note: Programs with an “*” will be held at the World Healing Institute at Cobb Island Station, The Personal Transformation the way of the full expression of your highest intentions or ideals
their gifts and talents. The courses as a personal guide along your
Cape Charles area, near the town of Oyster. and Courage Institute (PTCI)
is such a place. Since the year are not therapy, but instead they path. These practices create the
2000, hundreds of people have are a powerful set of exercises foundation for deep, transforma-
For a complete 2011 schedule visit our website at: www.transformationANDcourage.org and experiences designed to tional change in your life.
found life-changing support
through PTCI, a non-profit edu- awaken a new sense of who you

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 19 February/ March 2011


Home
Is Do It Yourself Right for You?

Written by
Jason Mclean
Owner
J-MAC Construction

H
ave you ever tried to take on a home improve-
ment project? Did you soon realize it was going
to take a lot more patience than you originally
thought? Do it yourself (DIY) projects can be both fun
and nerve racking. It can be fun to put hard work into
your home, your own blood and sweat. However, once
you get to tears you might want to call a professional.
Besides, it’s their job to work through the tears. Second floor deck - before and after

But if you decide DIY is something you want to try, or


if it’s something you have done, here are some ideas The Tools
that might make it a little easier on you and the ones If the garbage disposal box doesn’t have the “tools re-
nearby. Anyone can improve their home if they have quired” section, you can ask someone in that depart-
the time, knowledge, tools, and patience. ment of the store. I believe all you need for the gar-
bage disposal installation is a screw driver, and a pair
of channel locks; everything else should be included.
Find the Time Projects like this one are worth trying yourself since the
How many people have time to work on their house? tools required are minimal, the labor is minimal, and
Finding the time to put toward fixing up one’s own you can save yourself a couple hundred dollars.
house may be the biggest challenge. It is definitely
something that needs to be planned for in advance. If Some other projects that you can do with low cost are
you just wait and keep saying to yourself that the time painting, insulating light switches and electrical outlets,
isn’t right, or you are waiting for a break in your sched- changing door knobs, or changing the hardware out in
ule, then the time will never be right. This is what the a toilet tank. I know that last one seems like a job for a vinyl, and hardi-board (cement composite), roofing,
weekends are for right? Well not everyone wants to plumber, but again, the directions tell you step by step doors, windows, interior trim, kitchen cabinets, paint-
work on the weekend, but it is easier if you mentally how to do it. The one thing that may still stand in your ing. We are also proficient in remodeling, drywall, wall
prepare yourself a few days before. way is patience. and ceiling texture, and bath tubs.

And it depends on how valuable your time is. I know We are a Class B contractor, licensed and insured, and
sometimes I would rather pay for convenience than Patience is a virtue are a member of the Better Business Bureau.
take up more of my time. Splitting the task into two In order to accomplish home improvement tasks one
weekends is more desirable to some so you can salvage virtue you cannot escape is patience. I am sure every
Oh and yes, we install garbage disposals too!
some down time. After you have made this decision, professional in any field has experienced frustration
the next step is to gain the knowledge. on the job to the point where they felt like quitting.
Someone famous once said if you become angry count
backward from ten. If you become very angry, curse!
Gain the knowledge When quitting is not an option, one must exercise pa-
Something most people don’t realize is that many proj- tience. I find that taking snack breaks are helpful; they
ects offer step by step directions on the materials used
for those projects. For example, if you want to change
out your garbage disposal, write down the information
take your mind off your project for a few minutes and
raise your blood sugar level. Or you can do whatever Jason Mclean
757-650-9973
methods you have come up with at work.
on the side of the old one and buy a similar one. Then
all you need to do is read the instructions thoroughly.
Is Do It Yourself right for you?
ja3rdson@gmail.com
They tell you step by step how to remove the old gar-
bage disposal, and hook up the new one. It also helps If not, call J-MAC!
to have someone handy to call on for any questions. Now that you have accomplished one task, you can
You can call me at the number on this page if you try decide if DIY is for you. If not, you can call J-MAC
this project and run into any problems. I will be happy Construction Services to the rescue.
to help. The next thing you need to think about is the
tools you will need. Our employees have a combined 30 years experience. No job too big or small
We specialize in home wraps which include aluminum,

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 20 February/ March 2011


Education
Do Spanish-Speakers Really Talk Too Fast?
translate each word they hear. When they’ve fi- to cut off the endings of words and blend them to-
nally translated the word in their head, they’re al- gether more often. I can’t say that I’ve read research
ready many words behind. It can on this topic; it’s just something
certainly be frustrating for I’ve observed personally.
beginning learners, but if
they keep practicing, it Another factor to con-
won’t be so difficult. sider is that Spanish-
Written by
Stacey Kammerman speakers may come
CEO Eventually, listen- from an array of
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A
listening to Eng- how fast they talk.
s a language instructor, many people in- lish; you hear the Culture influences
terested in learning Spanish say to me: “I whole sentence and the language of
try to understand Spanish, but they speak you understand ev- people, so it seems
too fast.” My response is that it may seem that erything that was said, only natural that those
way when you first start learning, but once you naturally, without trans- from different countries
feel more comfortable with the language, it won’t lating. When you have a may speak differently.
feel as though the Spanish-speakers are speaking strong grasp of the language, Next time you’re listening to
so quickly. As you progress with your knowledge you no longer have to focus on a Spanish-speaker, pay attention
of the language, you won’t even notice the speed each word individually. You understand to how they pronounce their words and
of the words being spoken. the language in chunks instead of separate words. how quickly they are speaking. Take note of the
country where they were born and see if you can
When people are beginning to learn a new language, I also suggest to those with the concern about Span- find a correlation with others from the same coun-
they usually try to listen to every single sound in ish-speakers talking too quickly, to pay attention to try.
every single word that a speaker says. Then they their own rate of speech and realize how fast Eng-
lish must sound to a non-native A final aspect that I’ve noticed affects a person’s
English-speaker. If you say a few rate of speech is the particular topic the speaker
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reasons why Spanish may seem sound like he or she is speaking faster, but there are
faster to English-speakers, there many reasons why this may seem true to a begin-
are some other factors to consider. ning language learner. After much practice with
I’ve noticed that there are definite the new language, it won’t matter how fast they
variations in the pronunciation are speaking. When you internalize the language,
of words and the rate of speech understanding it becomes natural to you, no matter
among native Spanish-speakers. how fast they talk. It just takes lots of practice with
The differences I’ve observed de- the language, but you’ll get there!
pend on gender, the country of ori-
gin and the topic being discussed.

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Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 21 February/ March 2011


Community
REACH’s “How-To” Guide to Volunteering for a Small Non-Profit
ing or special events. Find the balance that brings time and the volunteer commitment can be too
your talents to the table and truly helps the or- much of a hassle. Communicate with the
ganization. agency immediately. They understand
39% and can arrange another person for
4. Be a leader. There are volunteer of the homeless your role. Maybe you can try it
Written by
positions to be filled as a member population are children again later.
Jordan Hall
of an organizational committee, under the age of 18;
Volunteer and Program
Coordinator or on the Board of Directors. 42% of these children are 9. Don’t treat your volunteer
(All non-profits have Boards under the age of five.* time as disposable. All volunteers
and most Boards need interested are fulfilling a job. Although
Volunteering is an awesome opportunity to bring members.)This is a great way 75% of homeless you are not getting paid, your
good into the world and support our community, to lead an agency’s mission and children perform below efforts are priceless. Many non-
whether it is through work at a shelter, your faith gain leadership skills for yourself grade level in profits depend on the volunteers to
community or another program that needs extra and your resume. (REACH is seek- reading.** fulfill a service that is grant funded. If
helping hands. ing interested Board members who love the service is continually cancelled, the
reading, children and fighting homelessness) grants will be cancelled and the program will
REACH loves and depends on our volunteers lose critical funding.
and as we usher in 2011, we offer this “How-To 5. Always be on time for the training and the
Guide to Volunteering” to make it a great experi- volunteer assignment. Give a few days notice, if The recent downturn in the economy has required
ence for you and the agency that will benefit from you need to cancel and NEVER CANCEL YOUR many non-profits to cut back on staffing and to
your time. VOLUNTEER TIME THE DAY OF YOUR AS- reach out to volunteers to help fulfill their mis-
SIGNMENT UNLESS IT’S AN EMERGENCY. sion. We often hear of the many amazing indi-
How to be a Great Volunteer: viduals and organizations that make it possible
6. Never be late. If traffic is a concern, be sure for agencies to continue their great work for our
1. Do your homework. Find something you are you will be able to commit to the time you are local community. Many folks go unnoticed doing
passionate about, or would like to learn more needed far in advance, and arrange your travel great things and helping small groups accomplish
about. (If you don’t like children, don’t work with accordingly. REACH works in local shelters who great feats.
kids, if you are allergic to cats; don’t volunteer at arrange their schedule around our assigned day
an animal shelter). If you volunteer in an area that and time. If our volunteers cancel, our program Consider volunteer work an adventure. See what
you treasure, it will come through and you will gets cancelled and the families we serve lose out you can give and at the same time, help make our
become an asset to the agency you help, and you in a very big way. community and our world a better place!
will be fulfilled by your own efforts.
7. Give feedback. Let the agency know about Happy New Year and Happy Volunteering!
2. Find out the requirements to be a volunteer. your volunteer experience with an email or a
Most organizations have a training component. quick phone call in a timely manner. Problems Reading Enriches All Children has a staff of two and a
Actively participate in this program, listen closely should be addressed quickly and praises are volunteer corps of over 230. Each week, volunteer read-
ers share their time and talents at REACH Read-Alouds
and ask questions. This is where you will get the always welcome along with a “warm and fuzzy” bringing quality literacy building experiences to our area’s
best preview of the program and hear the back- experience from you. They need to know how most vulnerable citizens, homeless children. We always
ground to the rules in place. they are doing to optimize their program, as well need readers, special event help, book sorters and delivery
as hear how the program affected you. people. Call 757-627-4722 to find out more, or visit us on
3. Find out what the real needs are. Don’t force an the web at reachreads.org.
agency to fit your needs, help fit theirs. Offer up 8. If you are feeling overwhelmed, back away. *National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty. **The Institute of Children and Poverty

what you do best. Most agencies are understaffed Most volunteers start
in areas that for-profits take for granted. If you off with great inten-
are an IT person, offer to help with technical chal- tions, but as our lives
lenges. If you are great at sales, consult on market- change, so does our

HOW YOU CAN HELP


 Please consider a financial contribution to support the
efforts of REACH . Individual contributions of $500 or
more, or business contributions of $1000 or more are
eligible for Virginia State Tax Credits where the donor 757-627-4722
www.reachreads.org
receives 40% of their contribution in tax credit on their
2011 VA State Tax Return.  Must be a Virginia resident or
business owner to qualify.  To find out more, call 627-4722.
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Community
Start the New Year by Getting Organized and Control Your Clutter
Top Ten Tips for Decluttering
Written by
Susan T. Mayo
Community Consultant
• Give Away
• Keep/Sentimental
• Undecided
8. Have a friend help you go through your things.
They will not have the emotional attachment that
you have and they can help you make decisions on
Susan T. Mayo Consulting, LLC • Donate to DAV Thrift Stores of Hampton Roads your “stuff”.

W
e all have “stuff” that we love, but don’t
use. Start out the New Year by declut-
tering your home and donate items to the
DAV Thrift Stores of Hampton Roads Virginia. While
4. If you have not used an item in the last several
years, why keep it? Donate it to a good cause. 9. Gift items that you will not use. Books that you
have read or not read can be donated to friends,
family or local libraries. If you buy a new electronic
donations are accepted at all six locations throughout
Southeastern Virginia, the DAV Thrift Stores also
provide free donation pickup. Please go to our website
5. Break your project down into small tasks and
tackle only one room or one portion of a room at
a time. This helps you from becoming overwhelmed.
item, donate your old item, to the DAV Thrift Stores.
Make sure it is in good working condition.

at www.thrift.org for more information on pick up and


suggested items. We also have drop off boxes located
throughout the region. 6. Go through closets, cupboards and storage areas.
How many duplicates or unopened boxes of
10. Your value as a person grows when you
donate your “stuff”. It is just “stuff”. By
donating to DAV Thrift Stores, you will be helping to
“stuff” do you have that you will never use? The DAV raise money for Disabled American Veterans and for

1. Take 15- 30 minutes each day or several hours


a week. You will be amazed on how much you
can sort and organize if you do it in small increments.
is in need of the following items:

• Furniture
other local charities supported by the DAV.

• Glassware Questions? Donations?


2. Discard and shred junk mail daily. Use a filing
system to organize important mail.
• Dishware
• Pots and Pans
• Household items
Please Call
3. Sort your “stuff” into categories. This will help
you organize and make decisions on what you
• Decorative items
Peninsula: 757-877-0999
are going to do with your “stuff.”
• Trash
• Recycle
7. Go through your clothes closet. If you have not
worn a garment in the last year, donate it. Southside: 757-461-4938

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Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 23 February/ March 2011


Women in Profile
Sherry Treadwell Kathleen Reilly
Anyone who knows Sherry, knows that she has a passion for all things Kathleen retired from the federal government where she had careers as a Hu-
creative. She believes that we are all creative if we choose to em- man Resource Manager and Budget Administrator. She has a degree in Hu-
brace it. man Resource Management and is a gradu-
ate of the DOD Comptrollership School.
Through her personal journey, she
found The Personal Transformation After retirement Kathleen worked at the As-
sociation for Research and Enlightenment
and Courage Institute, took many
and also pursued her dream to study the cre-
classes and feels supported by her work ative arts. She studied with master painter
through the organization. She also went Lois Schrof and now paints veil paintings--
on to complete their Advanced Train- watercolor paintings done in the Liane Col-
ing programs. lot d'Herbois method of painting based on
Goethe's color theory and Rudolf Steiner's
Now, she feels lucky to be working for spiritual science.
The Personal Transformation and Cour-
age Institute as well as The Contempo- She has participated in the basic and inter-
rary Art Center of Virginia. Both orga- mediate PTCI courses and graduated from
the Institute’s advanced courses.
nizations are very close to her heart.
Kathleen is eternally grateful for the amazing life-transforming changes that
Sherry enjoys living by the Beach with her sweet husband and when have taken place from this work. She currently serves as Registrar for the
she's not working, you can usually find her in her studio exploring her Institute and this year will co-lead the Contemplative Living course "Em-
own creative process of journaling, collage art, mapping and photog- bracing Silence".
raphy or in her home cooking and decorating.
“Life has given me the opportunity to develop and share both my analytical,
problem-solving skills and my creativity through art and spirituality,” she
says

Janet Keim Gwen Dunston-Farthing


Gwen Dunston-Farthing is the General Office Manager for the Disabled
Janet Keim is a South Hampton Roads native with passion to help women.
American Veterans of Hampton Roads, Virginia.
Janet is a co-founder and current Board of Directors member of The Keim
Centers.
Her primary responsibilities include all
accounting and payroll functions for six
More than 25 years ago, Janet pursued
stores and almost two hundred employees
her vision to establish an organization
throughout the Hampton Roads area.
that would provide education, encourage-
ment and support for individuals facing
Gwen was born in Newport News and is a
an unexpected pregnancy. Today that
graduate of Hampton High School. She can
organization includes four pregnancy sup-
be found at Darling Stadium on most Friday
port centers located across South Hampton
nights during the football season supporting
Roads called The Keim Centers, including
her Crabbers. Mrs. Dunston-Farthing is also
a medical clinic in The Keim Center of
a graduate of the Professional Business and
Norfolk.
Medical Institute (P.B.M.I).
In 2008, Janet received the Presidential
Gwen is very active in the community
Volunteer Service Award for her outstand-
where she has been a member of the Zion
ing lifetime of service to our community.
Baptist Church for thirty years. She is
also a participating member in numerous
Toby DeBause, President of The Keim Centers, said, “Janet is truly an
groups including the Masons/Order of Easter Stars, Royal Exalted Order
inspiration to us all. She has donated countless hours to serving this orga-
of Amaranth, Heroines of Jericho, The Ladies Kings Templar, The Ancient
nization and has had an incredible, lasting impact upon countless people in
Arabic Order Nobles Daughter of the Sphinxes and The Original Supreme
our community.”
Grand College Rose of Seven Seals.
To learn more, call 757.499.4444, email info@keimcenters.com, visit
Ms. Dunston-Farthing has two sons and two grandsons whom are the light of
www.keimcenters.com, or connect with The Keim Centers on Facebook or
her life. Her favorite quote is “Give the world the best you have and the best
Twitter.
will come back to you.”

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 24 February/ March 2011


Women in Profile
Deborah Gilliam Lisa Marie Samaha
Dentistry is not only Dr Samaha’s mission; it is her ministry. It is
Deborah Gilliam has made the Hampton Roads Peninsula home
truly what she was born to do and with each opportunity to care
since early childhood. She graduated from Newport News High
for a patient, she believes her life is
School before building a career in
truly enriched. Lisa Marie’s interest
the financial securities industry.
in dentistry blossomed with her first
introduction at her dentist dad’s elbow,
In 2009 she made a career change
by the age of 5. Her passion for her
to find a new passion with the Vir-
profession hasn’t stopped growing
ginia Farm Bureau where she now
since. There is no question that she
helps her clients protect themselves
is doing exactly what she should be
from the unexpected while pro-
doing.
moting agricultural awareness and
learning.
Creating beautiful smiles isn’t her
only artistic outlet, though. As a little
Deborah’s favorite hobby is con-
girl, she always loved to draw and
tinuing her 25 year project of re-
create with her hands, and in 1991, she
storing and preserving the beauty
took her first art class. From that day
of her historic North End Newport News home that she shared
on, she knew that she would never stop painting. Lisa Marie is
with her husband, Jim, and her yellow lab, Bella.
proud to be an award-winning artist, but more importantly she is
proud that her artistic perspective and talents are able to be utilized
When Deborah is not hard at work she enjoys spending her free
in the care of her patients every day. Dentistry offers the perfect
time with her two beautiful grandsons, Isaac and Graham.
harmony between art and science – and it certainly has Dr Samaha
by the heart. Developing trusting relationships with her patients is
the very best part of it all!

LaToya Parker Michele Tryon


LaToya C. Parker is a new resident of New Kent County, though she Michele Tryon is a Certified Child Life Specialist who moved to Virginia
has worked (and lived) in Hampton Roads for the past decade and is Beach from the Mohawk Valley of New York State in 2006. Born and raised
originally from Richmond, Virginia. in upstate New York, she and her husband
raised their three children in a small village
LaToya is Deputy Director of Habitat at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
for Humanity Peninsula, serving the
Michele earned her undergraduate degree in
communities of Hampton, James City
Psychology Child Life from Utica College
County, Newport News, Poquoson,
of Syracuse University and her Master of
Williamsburg and York County. She Arts degree in Transpersonal Studies from
has been with Habitat for almost eight Atlantic University in Virginia Beach. Her
years, beginning as an intern during connection with Atlantic University and an
her senior year at Christopher Newport opening in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
University. She is primarily responsi- at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daugh-
ble for all grant proposals and public ters, prompted her move to Virginia and cre-
relations writing, as well as managing ated numerous new opportunities of its own.
interns and community volunteers.
In 2008, Michele co-founded The Center
for Hope and Healing, Inc., a non-profit
In her free time, LaToya serves her
organization dedicated to enhancing quality
community in other ways including volunteer efforts with the YWCA of life for children and families facing health related challenges, in Hamp-
VA Peninsula and serving on the core team of her church’s soup kitch- ton Roads. She has a great passion for integrating hope and healing in all
en and bagged lunch ministries. Additionally, she was recently elected healthcare experiences, and is committed to holistic care for children, their
to the Habitat for Humanity of Virginia Board of Directors, which is families, and the professionals who care for them.
a state organization of Habitat International working with all 51 local
Habitat affiliates across Virginia in the areas of advocacy, organiza- Michele is traveling to Guwahati, India with Operation Smile in January
tional development and funding/resource development. She also en- 2011. Michele is a student of The Course in Miracles, practices yoga and
joys spending time with her family and close friends. mindfulness meditation, and loves to spend time near the ocean.

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 25 February/ March 2011


Community
Birth Control Matters!
Birth control is preventive care and should be treated as such in the new health
care legislation implementation
for birth control. Out-of-pocket costs for birth control As part of the Affordable Care Act, new health insur-
can be prohibitively expensive for many women, ance plans are required to cover women’s preventive
especially those with low-incomes. The high price of health care services with no co-pays to their members.
birth control can result in women using birth control The Women’s Health Amendment was included in the
inconsistently or not at all, often leading to unintended final legislation as a way to address gaps in women’s
Written By pregnancies. Co-pays for birth control pills typically health care, and the law leaves it to the U.S. Depart-
Erin Zabel range from $15 to $50 a month, and co-pays and other ment of Health and Human Services (HHS) to define
Director of Marketing and out-of-pocket expenses for long-term contraception, what specific preventive benefits will be covered.
Public Relations such as the IUD, cost significantly more upfront. HHS is expected to release a decision by August 2011
regarding what additional benefits will be covered.
At Planned Parenthood, we see too many women
“Birth control matters. It matters to the choosing between birth control and basics like rent, The survey released in October shows that:
young woman finishing college or starting tuition and childcare. Our country leads the industrial-
a career. It matters to the family struggling ized world in unintended and teen pregnancy, and the • 71 percent of all voters, including men and
to make ends meet. It matters to the wom- only way to reduce this number is to make contracep- women, say prescription birth control should be
tion affordable and accessible. Including birth control included as preventive health care services, cov-
an suffering from endometriosis. It mat- as preventive care in the new health care legislation ered without any out-of-pocket costs.
ters to mothers and fathers who treasure implementation would make it available at no cost, • This includes three in five male voters (60
the children they have.”—Planned Parenthood making it possible for women to use the method that percent) and four out of five female voters (81
Federation of America works best for them and will reduce the number of percent).
unintended pregnancies in this country. • Seven in 10 Republican women (72 percent) said
Planned Parenthood has launched a new initiative that birth control should be included as preventive
called Birth Control Matters! to demonstrate support Nearly three-fourths of American voters (71 percent) health care, covered without any out-of-pocket
for covering all FDA-approved prescription birth con- also believe insurers should be required to fully cover costs.
trol under new health insurance plans, with no co-pay the birth control pill and other forms of prescrip- • 77 percent of Catholic women voters said that
or out-of-pocket costs to women. The effort is meant tion contraception as they will be required to do for birth control should be covered as preventive
to show that contraception is basic, preventive care other preventive health care services under the new health care without any out-of-pocket costs.
and should be affordable to all women. health care reform law, according to new data that was • One in three women voters (34 percent) report
released on October 12. The survey also found that ac- having struggled with the cost of prescription
On average, a woman spends 30 years of her life try- cess to affordable birth control is a serious issue. birth control at some point.
ing to avoid pregnancy. That means 30 years of paying • This figure rises dramatically among specific
The survey reports that one demographic groups:
in three women voters (34 • 55 percent of women 18–34 have struggled with
percent) have struggled the cost of prescription birth control.
with the cost of prescription • 57 percent of young Latina women 18–34 have
birth control at some point struggled with the cost of prescription birth con-
in their lives. For young trol.
adult women, who are • 54 percent of young African-American women
most likely to experience 18–34 have struggled with the cost of prescription
an unintended pregnancy, birth control.
more than half (55 percent)
experienced a time when To learn more about the importance of making pre-
they could not afford to use scription birth control available at no cost under the
birth control consistently. new health care reform law, visit http://www.planned-
parenthoodaction.org/get-involved/birth-control-mat-
The survey, conducted ters-935.htm or just Google “”Birth Control Matters”.
by Hart Research Associ- There, you can learn more and even sign a petition
ates and commissioned by in support of making birth control available with no
Planned Parenthood Action co-pays.
Fund, found overwhelm-
ing and widespread public To learn more about Planned Parenthood
support for national policies
that would provide prescrip-
of Southeastern Virginia, visit www.ppsev.
tion birth control approved org or call us at 499-PLAN (7536).
by the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) at
www.ppsev.org no cost to all women with Erin Zabel is the director of marketing and public relations for PPSEV. She can be
reached at 309-4834 or marketing@ppsev.org.
health insurance.

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 26 February/ March 2011


Community

Southeastern Virginia Women’s Newspapers 27 February/ March 2011


Community
The Voice of Victim Advocacy
Written by Debbie shares this story of a former S.H. client as with deportation and death used constantly. He
Donna Boyle a keen example of how important a victim advo- promised that they would never divorce.
Development Administrator
cate can be in the fight against domestic violence:
She had no one to turn to when she called Samari-
“Sometimes I work with a client for a month or
Maria’s Story tan House.
longer before I ever meet them face to face.”
Maria came to this country for a better life with
hopes to eventually bring her family here. She met Her new advocate advised and presented her with
“I call victims to ask if they need help. They rarely
a man and was swept off her feet. He proposed to truthful options. The language barrier was diffi-
call me to ask for help.”
her and she moved in with him. She continued to cult at first, but a volunteer translator helped.
work until they married and then he insisted that
“Finding a safety plan for victims and their chil-
he wanted her to stay home so he could take care She is now divorced, shares custody of the child
dren is the most important information we give to
of her. with the father and is working at a full time job.
a new client.”
Her immigration status is legal and she has filed to
With his family’s support, he urged her to have a stay here under the VAWA Act. She now realizes
“Approximately 85 – 90% of my clients are not
child, but the relationship had already begun to that his threats were lies and that the police and
part of the Samaritan House Shelter program, but
change and she was nervous about having a child. legal system can work for someone in need and
they are able to utilize our advocacy, group and
She was told she could not get a driver’s license not against them.
counseling programs.”
until she had lived here for five years. He cut off
shopping trips and time with friends. The friends IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP
These are quotes from Debbie Sanders, a Victim
that did come around left after he continuously in- Samaritan House depends heavily upon the gener-
Advocate from Samaritan House. Debbie serves
sulted them. She cooked for his family, but was osity of our community in order to provide services
victims of domestic violence that live in the com-
not allowed to join them for meals. to hundreds of Hampton Roads families in need.
munity, as well as those who participate in the resi-
dential programs of Samaritan House.
Her immigration status was dangled in front of her To make a monetary donation, please make checks
as a constant tool to make her stay. He assured payable to Samaritan House and mail to:
Advocates provide a wide range of services begin-
her he could take everything away with a phone PO Box 2400, #226, Virginia Beach, VA 23450
ning with crisis intervention, lethality assessments
call. His demand for sex was constant, and he was All donations are tax deductible.
and individualized safety planning. Additionally,
emotionally and verbally abusive daily.
Advocates provide court accompaniment, attorney
and support group referrals, case management and
Her pregnancy helped for awhile, and then every- VOLUNTEERING
systems advocacy. Victim Advocates collaborate
thing escalated. He turned to pornography and Samaritan House has a variety of volunteer op-
with the Virginia Beach Police Department as part
forced her to perform sexually while he watched portunities including: supply drives, crisis line,
of the Domestic Violence Unit in an effort to pro-
pornography. She left and went home to her fam- special events, child care work and administrative
vide a coordinated response to domestic violence.
ily but his threats were constant, promising that help. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator for
the FBI and immigration officials would come for more information: 757-631-0710
Ensuring victim safety, Advocates like Debbie fol-
her and take the baby.
low up on every case involving domestic violence.
IN KIND DONATIONS
To better meet victim needs Samaritan House has
When she returned the abuse increased and he fur- Wish lists beyond monetary donations, goods and
begun a new program to train and collaborate with
ther isolated her. His family supported his posi- service contributions are always most welcome.
a volunteer organization, Family Advocate Net-
tion and called her a stupid, ignorant immigrant Other opportunities include cell phone donations,
work Services (FANS), to help clients maneuver
constantly reminding her that the police would car donations and planned giving. For more infor-
through juvenile courts of Virginia Beach in get-
send her home and take the child she carried. mation, please contact the Development Depart-
ting protective orders. This is another promising
ment at 757-631-0710.
avenue to help reach more victims of domestic
After the birth, the abuse grew more threatening
violence.

If you or someone you know needs help


please call our 24 hour
crisis hotline: 757-430-2120
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Tastefully Yours 2011 is coming!!
To join the TASTE Committee or information,
email Committee Chair - Maria Owens at mow-
ens@bayportcu.org.

Written by
To sign up a Restaurant, email Okie Morris at oki-
Loretta Jones-Knauth em@tayloredprinting.com.
Chief Development Officer
To donate an item to the Silent Auction, email
Claudette Fite at cfite@nnfoodbank.org.
Save the date - April 28, 2010!
To Volunteer, email Donna Tighe at dtighe@nn-
18th Tastefully Yours …Peninsula’s Best. foodbank.org.

The Foodbank is happy to host the 18th Tasteful- For logistic, booth setup, email Bill Fite at bfite@
ly Yours, with this year’s theme - Experience the nnfoodbank.
Grandeur. The TASTE committee is in full swing org.
planning all the details that have made Tastefully Sponsorship and Restaurant packets can be viewed
Yours such a great success for so many years and and downloaded at www.NNFoodbank.org.
we need your help.
http://nnfoodbank.org/tastefully-yours-2011.html
For information or to become a Sponsor, email Lo-
retta Jones-Knauth at lknauth@nnfoodbank.org.

More Ways to Help, More Events, More Fun!


Feinstein Challenge
It’s almost time for the 14th Annual
It’s time again for the Legal Food Frenzy, the annual food Feinstein $1 Million Giveaway!
and fund drive competition between local law
organizations! The winner of the Legal Food Frenzy wins
the prestigious “Attorney General’s Cup” and Attorney Founded by Alan Shawn Feinstein
General Cuccinelli will be awarding winners of the sole and in its 14th consecutive year,
practitioner, small, medium, and large size firm
categories. Sign up your law organization at
the Feinstein Foundation Challenge
www.legalfoodfrenzy.com ! splits up $1 Million between hunger
fighting agencies nationwide.

Between March 1st and April 30th,


a percentage of donations given to
Get healthy and feed your community!
Participating is easy and your impact can be huge.
the Foodbank of the Virginia Pen-
Simply sign up and pledge your weight loss goals insula will be matched by the Fein-
at www.pfpchallange.com. For every pound you stein Foundation. As we receive
pledge, the Pound for Pound Challenge will
donate 11 cents to Feeding America– enough to
more donations,
secure one pound of groceries.
we will also receive more of the $1
The more sign ups and pledges a food bank has
from its area, the more funds it receives. So
Million from the Feinstein Founda-
please help us by signing up now and encouraging tion.
others to sign up and/or pledge!

Please help those in need by donat-


ing to the Foodbank of the Virginia
Peninsula during the Feinstein
Challenge!

757-596-7188
9912 Hosier Street
Newport News, VA 23601
www.nnfoodbank.org

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Community

Raise the Roof Fundraiser

Food & Libations


cing
Music & Dan
Live & S
ilent Auc
tions
Mardi Gras Style! Business / Festive Attire

TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011 AT 5:30 P.M.


Ferguson Center for the Arts at Christopher Newport University
$75 per person | $100 per person after February 21, 2011

PRESENTING SPONSOR

EVENT SPONSORS (so far!)


Diamond Blade @ $7,500 Silver Nail @ $1,200
Virginia Enterprises, Inc. Bruce & Kathy Hornsby
Matt & Cathy McQuade
Platinum Saw @ $5,500 Bob & Candy Snyder
York River Electric TowneBank
W.M. Jordan Company, Inc.
Golden Hammer @ $3,500 Wells Fargo
BayPort Credit Union
View details online at www.HelpHabitatforHumanity.org!
SPONSORSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE!

View Our LiVe AuctiON LiStiNg ONLiNe tO See A rOLLiNg, uP-tO-DAte LiStiNg Of itemS!
A few of the items received so far: Automobile Wash, Wax & Interior Cleaning at Bowditch Automotive
• Beach House in Duck, NC • Beach House in St. Thomas • Fishing on the Chesapeake • Gift Certificate to
Circa 1918 Kitchen & Bar • Longaberger Picnic Basket + Goodies • Pampered Chef Gift Set • Kayak Tour
for 2 on Onancock Creek, Eastern Shore • Langley Speedway, 15 Tickets + Skybox • Paint a Room, Faux
Style • Pig Pickin’ BBQ for 50 • YMCA 6-month Family Membership

DON’T MISS THE PARTY OF THE YEAR!


Purchase Tickets or Sponsorships Online: www.HelpHabitatforHumanity.org
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY PENINSULA

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Community
Conflict Resolution Skills for 2011
number two killer of our 15 to 24 year-olds, we teachers and role models, we become students as
need to take action. well who can hone skills.

Youth organizations, such as Girl Scouts, are do- Here are some tips from the Girl Scout Leader-
ing just that. They are teaching alternative ways ship Experience:
Written by to handle conflict and settle issues peacefully and
Marcy Germanotta
Communications Director
productively. Adults who work with girls in Girl • Give kids choices so they don’t have to choose
Girl Scout Council of Colonial Scouting are learning that it is important for them only between acting passively or aggressively.
Coast to handle conflict without stress and anger and • Offer ways to empower them with skills to
be role models. Like the old adage, practice what make the choices real.

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you preach. • Find ways to encourage understanding and
t seems we come eyeball-to-eyeball with appreciation of different cultures, religions and
conflict everywhere we look these days. In Conflict is neither good nor bad and should be viewpoints.
interactions with family members, school looked at in neutral hues. It is a natural state for • Show kids ways they can take action to make
peers and office colleagues, we experience con- human beings, but we can work to resolve con- the world more peaceful. Get involved in their
flict in our daily communications. And never in flict and manage it in our lives. Psychologists tell projects!
our history of the world has conflict been so vis- us that anger often arises from feeling helpless • Give kids skills to train more people in their
ible. With technology always at our fingertips, we and that it is crucial we learn how to express that schools and communities as peer mediators or as
can open ourselves to an onslaught of menace as anger in productive ways – not put-downs, blam- leaders in conflict management.
we view news of international warfare, domestic ing others or lashing out.
violence and the opposing, screaming viewpoints Membership in Girl Scouting helps girls to devel-
from politicians. Insecurity, a lack of self-esteem, the refusal to op qualities that are valuable for creative conflict
consider the needs of others and the fear of the resolution. Companionship and opportunities for
We are finding ourselves in a world where daily unknown can all trigger conflict. leadership increase confidence, self-esteem and
conflict is the norm. In the last decade, class- help girls to be conscious of others needs.
rooms and schools have had an escalation in When we empower our youth with creative
the eruption of violence. Even our recreation is conflict resolution skills, we help the community Find out more at www.gsccc.org or call the Girl
conflict-based – whether it is on the playing field become a more peaceful place to live. By being Scout Council of Colonial Coast at 547-4405.
or in a video game. With homicide being the

February 18, 2011


7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The Westin
Virginia Beach Town Center

Special thanks to this year’s sponsors:


Hampton Roads’ finest chefs will be preparing unique creations
featuring a very special ingredient...
Girl Scout Cookies!

Please join WVEC News Anchor, Vanessa Coria and


Patrick Evans-Hylton, chef and senior editor at Hampton Roads
Magazine in celebrating the
35th anniversary of the Samoa Girl Scout Cookie.

Music by Lewis McGehee, complimentary champagne


and hors d’oeuvres.

This is an annual fundraiser to benefit

For details and to purchase tickets visit gsccc.org


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Supporting Children and Families Experiencing Health Challenges
and Life-threatening Illness
Children need reassurance
that they did not cause the
illness and that they cannot
catch it. Most of all children
need to be able to express their
feelings, have their feelings
validated, and know that they
will be taken care of. A child
Written by should have access to child life
Michele Tryon, services from the initial time of
MA, BS, CCLS diagnosis throughout treatment,
regardless of the outcome.

Most of us can’t imagine what it would be like to have a If a parent dies, it is important
child we love diagnosed with a serious health challenge, or that a child have support during
life-threatening illness. Most of us don’t even want to con- the final stages of their par-
sider how we would handle it or what we would say to our ent’s life and throughout their
children, if an adult family member were diagnosed with a bereavement process. Child
serious health challenge or life-threatening illness. Where Life Specialist recognizes that
would we begin? What would we say? How could we children re-experience the loss
make sure that our child or children would be ok? at each new developmental
stage and can help children and
The truth is, when children facing health challenges are families with legacy work that vidual parent coaching sessions for parents; training/consul-
given the support they need, they are extremely resilient will provide parent/child connection forever. tation and retreats for healthcare professionals.
and have the innate ability to cope, hope, and heal. The key
is recognizing the child’s needs and providing the appropri- What if the ill family member is the child themselves? Es- The Center for Hope and Healing, Inc. is dependent on do-
ate types of support that are critical to their development timates show that as many as 18% of children and adoles- nations in order to provide services to children and families.
and well-being. Thanks to highly trained professional Child cents have chronic or acute illnesses that warrant extensive For further information and to find out how you can help
Life Specialists, children and families do not have to face involvement in medical treatment with outcomes that will contact Co-founder and Executive Director Michele Tryon
these experiences alone. not necessarily lead to cure (Newacheck 2000). by Email M.tryon@hopeandhealinginc.com, or telephone
757-705-9284.
When dealing with health challenges, it is the role of a When a child is seriously ill, it is important that they Visit the website at www.hopeandhealinginc.com
Child Life Specialist to empower the child. By consider- receive holistic care. Best practice in pediatric healthcare
The Circle of Hope Program – providing therapeutic support to
ing the child’s point of view, the Specialist can respond in respects the dignity of a child, and allows a child to be a children and families impacted by chronic or life-threatening ill-
a way that allows the child to express their concerns, figure child. Children who are ill are first and foremost children ness. Program Coordinator - Jeane’ Liburd 757-753-6577
out their own strengths and capabilities, and create a plan with unique temperaments, personalities, and coping styles.
for successfully navigating their journey. Children require individualized interventions. They often Strengthening Families Program – promoting family-centered
have misconceptions about how and why they got sick and care, increasing nurturing parenting, and enhancing holistic care
Children cope, hope, and heal through their natural desire to about the treatments they are undergoing. Age appropriate for children and their families faced with health challenges. Pro-
play and make sense of the world around them. Child Life education, respect for the child’s attempts at coping, and gram Coordinator - Michele Tryon 757-705-9284
Specialist have expertise in child development and family the opportunity to play can all help a child master stressful
systems, and use the modality of play to provide therapeutic experiences, and heal in remarkable ways.
support and to educate children about their own healthcare
experiences or those of family members. It is important to recognize the impact that caring for ill
children and their families has on healthcare profession-
The National Cancer Institute estimates that 25% of the 1.4 als. Compassion and emotional fatigue, and burn-out can
million adults diagnosed with cancer this year will have be a detriment to individual providers and undermine the
children ages 18 or younger. systems responsible for healthcare. Personal and team
development retreats for healthcare professionals and ongo-
Research shows that parental illness can profoundly impact ing education can help to restore a sense of purpose and
a child’s development. Parents who are struggling with re-energize healthcare practice.
their own health and well-being my not know where to
begin when considering their child’s needs. Children need The Center for Hope and Healing, Inc. is a non-profit
age appropriate information to understand why Daddy is organization dedicated to providing community based Child
too tired to play, or why Mommy has to spend so much Life Services in the Hampton Roads area. The organization
time in the hospital, or why Daddy’s medicine makes him provides individual and group therapeutic play sessions for
grouchy, or why Mommy’s hair is falling out. children; psycho-educational groups for adults, and indi-

Testimonials Purpose, Power, Play


“Providing my child an outlet to express her emotions and receive “I hope this is just another step of a very enduring and successful
journey to improve care for children, families and those who care
The Center for Hope and Healing, Inc.
counseling support in a comfortable and familiar environment was
most helpful. The relaxed atmosphere, through activities and play, for them. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a part of PO Box 11478
made it easy for her to develop a warm relationship with her Child this changing force.” - Healthcare professional after participating in a Norfolk, VA. 23517
Life Specialist.” - parent of a child receiving services from The Center retreat
for Hope and Healing, Inc.
Website: www.hopeandhealinginc.com

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Community
Celebrating 25 Years of Helping Women in South Hampton Roads
abortion. Clients often find healing and hope in date for exclusive fatherhood or partner. I was
support groups led by women who have a shared embarrassed by my carelessness and afraid to
experience of abortion. share this news with my family, friends or compa-
ny in fear of the judgment I would have to endure
Serving South Hampton Roads for 25 Years and the possibility of losing my job. With these
Written by factors working against me, I thought I could
Desiree Gaul,
The Keim Centers are thrilled to celebrate 25 make the decision of terminating my pregnancy.
Communications Manager
The Keim Centers years of serving women in South Hampton I made the appointment at a local abortion clinic
Roads. In 2009 alone, The Keim Centers saw and was certain this was the only decision pos-

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1,603 new clients, performed 431 ultrasounds, sible.
ince 1985, The Keim Centers have been gave 1,570 pregnancy tests, and educated 500
serving women and families unprepared for clients through prenatal and infant care classes. Once I arrived at the appointment, I started hav-
pregnancy in South Hampton Roads. Dur- Since opening the medical clinic in 2005, more ing mixed emotions about this decision, and I
ing this time, thousands of women have received than 2,000 women have received an ultrasound hesitated going through with this act. I met a
pregnancy support at no cost. This support is for confirmation of pregnancy and approximate beautiful father and daughter who directed me to
made possible by the generosity of hundreds of gestational age. The Keim Centers to get more information before
local individuals and organizations who donate making my decision. The moral support, care and
their time, talents and resources. The number of women visiting The Keim Cen- attention given to me that day at The Keim Center
ters annually continues to increase. To continue gave me the strength and courage to be proud of
The Keim Centers: A Three-Pronged Approach serving the community with quality pregnancy my pregnancy and to know that I can be a great
support, The Keim Centers plans to open a new parent despite the situation.
During the past 25 years, The Keim Centers have medical clinic in Virginia Beach with an ultra-
grown to include a three-pronged client outreach sound machine. Clients often share feelings of The Keim Centers has followed me throughout
approach. amazement after seeing their ultrasound images. my pregnancy and has afforded me services that
One client wrote, “It was nice to speak with made all the difference in my pregnancy, such as
Prong 1: Pregnancy resource centers and someone who cares about not just the baby, but my initial ultrasound, educational parenting and
medical clinic me as an individual. Thank you.” care for baby classes, lots of moral support, many
With pregnancy resource centers in Portsmouth, baby items, and just so much love and care from a
Suffolk and Virginia Beach, and a medical clinic What Else Are Clients Saying? non-judging standpoint.
in Norfolk, The Keim Centers provide options
counseling and education, pregnancy tests, Clients of The Keim Centers consistently share These factors have all helped in making my preg-
limited ultrasound, material support, community stories involving positive experiences – evaluat- nancy much easier, which gave me the chance to
referrals, and abortion recovery assistance. All ing The Keim Centers as a place with a comfort- appreciate my baby for the beautiful miracle he
services are confidential, provided at no cost to able atmosphere and a respectful, trustworthy really is.”
the client, and available regardless of a woman’s staff. Most go on to say they would recommend
decision for her pregnancy. Medical services are The Keim Centers to a friend. For more information, call 757.499.4444, email
provided by registered nurses (RNs) on staff with info@keimcenters.com, visit www.keimcenters.
the support of additional volunteer RNs. A physi- Nikki, a client who first visited The Keim Centers com, or connect with The Keim Centers on Face-
cian specializing in OB/GYN provides oversight in 2009, relates her experience: book or Twitter.
as the medical director. “In March of 2009, I
found out I was preg-
Prong 2: Educational programs nant. I am not mar-
The Keim Centers believe education empow- ried nor in a relation-
ers. To reach individuals in different phases, The ship, and this is where
Keim Centers offers two educational programs. my uncertainty began.
Great Expectations is a six month curriculum of I am prior Navy and
prenatal and infant care educational classes to had been working as a
prepare women and men for parenthood. Pure- civilian for two years.
spectives is an educational program promoting I was just hired by an
healthy relationships through a lifestyle of sexual elite company based
integrity. in Norfolk when I
learned of my preg-
Prong 3: Abortion recovery nancy. The father of
The abortion recovery program at The Keim my son was a very
Centers offers a safe place to consider the issues close friend, but was
and personal heartache surrounding the client’s never a likely candi-
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Travel
Who Toiled In Tut’s Tomb?
As frequently occurs when I’m at a famous treasures from the city to the tomb must have been
historical site, I find myself contemplat- an odyssey of boats and camels all by itself. Who
ing those that made the structure, not did that? How was it organized? In the tomb they
those that owned it. I wonder how found exquisite and finely wrought jewelry of
they planned the construction, who glass and precious stones but they don’t show us
conceived the idea, who was in the drills they used to cut the beads, or the blades
charge, and how the tasks were they used to carve the stone statues.
delegated. Surprisingly, in a cul-
ture that documented its achieve-
One of my favorite objects is a child’s chair of ebo-
ments in laudable detail, descrip-
ny and ivory. Egypt
tions of pyramid construction
is a desert with few
have never been found and are
trees. How the car-
debated to this day. penter found and
assembled the nec-
But of one thing there is no essary wood, bent
doubt. At some point there were the seat slats, glued
meetings. A project manager on the ivory, and
was appointed. Artisans and cut the mortise and
tradesmen where hired. Labor- tenon joint that in-
ers were collected and super- geniously supports
vised. Drawings were made….. the back are what
in the sand perhaps, on papyrus? interest me. How
Lists of materials were drawn up did he apprentice?
and agents sent to the far corners Did he consult with his father? Were his tools
of the known world to collect the handed down through generations? We have the
necessary raw goods and tools to product of his genius, but we are cheated of the
carry out the task. A schedule was sequence of its development.
established and someone would be
held accountable for its completion. The most intriguing item is not of gold either. It
is a chariot of wood and leather. This was the pin-
What always seems to be missing from nacle of war
so many such exhibits is information about machines in
who these people were. Where and how did its day, the
they live? How much and by what were they Abrams tank
paid? Who trained them? They must have enjoyed or F-16 of the
a certain special status among the population, but pharaohs.The
there are no tombs and records glorifying their precisely bent
lives, just the lives of those they served. Their sto- t i m b e r s , t h e
Written by
David Errickson ries are lost to history, so I like to take a moment axle and hubs of cedar and leather and glue.The
Travel Editor and give them the honor of some consideration. spokes cunningly crafted of two pieces of wood,
rather than one, for extra strength. The whole con-

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n a recent trip to New York City I seized These people were really no different than you traption must have paralyzed the enemies of Egypt
the opportunity to check out the King Tut and me. Complex thoughts filled their days as they as dozens of chariots swept upon them behind
Exhibit near Times Square. This travel- lived in their time as efficiently as we do in ours. stamping panting horses. Then after the battle,
ing exhibit is moving around the world, giving a They struggled with family and career, contended as the kings and princes celebrated their victory,
rare glimpse of some extraordinary 3000-year-old with the mysteries of health, guarded against en- a couple of carpenters sat around and discussed
artifacts before they are returned to permanent dis- emies, and cherished their children’s futures. Their the merits of adding a piece of wood here or some
play in Cairo. The collection of statues, jewelry, time, as ours, was made precious by its limits, en- copper there to make the machine faster or stron-
furniture, and other items would even be dazzling dured with the promise of a life beyond. ger. Those are the guys I admire.
had they been manufactured today. The fact that
these were the personal possessions of a boy king King Tut’s tomb was discovered in the desolate If you go: The King Tut exhibit will have left New
who died mysteriously at age 19 in ancient Egypt Valley of the Kings, 400 miles from Cairo. That York after January 17 for a 7 month stay in St. Paul
compels one to stop and reflect a bit on the journey wasn’t a daily commute for the workers. They Minnesota. If your travels take to the twin cities
they made from creation to display, miles and mil- must have lived there in the harsh desert for years. after February 18, don’t miss it! Check out: https://
lennia away. Bringing his immense sarcophagus and the other www.smm.org/tut/tickets/Photos courtesy of the Egyptian Museum, Cairo

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