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Back row: Lucy Campbell & Judy Brumley
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By: Lisa Parrott
Feature Articles
14 So You Have a Business:

Do You Have An Exit Strategy 19
Always plan to “unplan”, and be prepared to understand the
partnership laws of your state An important aspect of an exit strategy is
more than others, it is resale value. By: Lisa Wynn
Thinking Outside The Tofu Container 22

10 Thinking of Going Back to School? Education One thing is for sure, there is a strong connection between self image
and the way women see their bodies in culture today.
Options for Busy Moms By: Brenda Shropshire
If you’ve been thinking about going back to school, you’ll be happy
to know that you have more options than you realize. Business Profile:
By: Pat Brill
Klassey Kuts & Styles 12
18 Are Prenuptial Agreements Really Necessary?
As a child, June Byrd used to hang out in her mom’s hair salon
In today’s society, nearly half of all marriages will sadly end in a divorce. watching her cut hair. By the time she was a senior in high school she
With such statistics, this has prompted many couples to sign a was already cutting hair part time. By: Lisa Parrott
prenuptial agreement before making their way down the aisle.
By: Valorie Jay Business Profile:
20 Estate Planning: Considering a Second Dr. McKee: Certified Invisalign® Orthodontist 24
Marriage Late in Life. Have you ever thought about getting your teeth straightened, but didn’t
want metal braces? Dr. Michael McKee is certified in the use of the
As the life expectancy of people in the United States increases, the
hottest way to straighten teeth, Invisalign® . By: Lisa Parrott
reality of second and third marriages becomes more likely even for
those who tend to marry for a long time if not until death of their first
spouse. By: Ronald Hudkines
In Every Issue
21 You Are Never Too Old To Go Back To School
Ask Dr. Barber 8
You may have been out of school for 10, 15, or more years and you feel Events & Networking Groups 28
that you will not do well because you have lost touch. By: Kay Jones Recipes 30
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If you are interested in going back to school, there are many ways to do so. Contact Ronald Hudkins
the local community college or University and talk with them about the options that Valorie Jay
are available to you. Kay Jones
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Speaking of taking a chance! Congratulations to contributing writer Lisa Wynn on Brenda Shropshire
winning the coveted global story contest: Chicken Soup for the Soul in Menopause: Lisa Wynn
Living and Laughing through Hot Flashes and Hormones. Lisa’s story “Taking a Midlife
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Chance” was featured in the March Issue of Alamance Woman and tells of her gradual
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acceptance of getting on the back of her husband’s motorcycle and how taking a
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Yo u r H e a l t h
Dr. W. Byron Barber of Barber Center for Plastic Surgery
Ask Dr. Barber About

Plastic Surgery
Q I am contemplating a cosmetic surgical procedure and my doctor has said that it can be done
in his office. Is this safe?
ANSWER
For many reasons, office based surgery is becoming more is equipped with monitors and life sustaining equipment and
common in this country. Some of these reasons include more well trained personnel, and many other important benchmarks
cost effectiveness, more confidential setting and frequently more for safe outpatient surgery. You should always ask whether the
convenient. However, if the in-office surgical suite does not surgical suite is certified by one of the national certifying
conform to certain safety criteria, then it can be a major mistake agencies such as the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
to have a procedure in this setting. There are several certifying Health Care (AAAHC), the American Association for the
agencies that are tasked with inspecting and mandating that an Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities (AAAASF), or
in-office surgical center meets the criteria for safety. These the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare
criteria include equipment that is modern and working as Organizations (JCAHO). These organizations have a rigorous
designed, maintenance of life sustaining equipment in case of inspection protocol that will at least insure that the site meets
an emergency during a procedure, policies and procedures for accepted standards for a facility to perform surgery in a safe
dealing with emergency situations, having the necessary trained environment. If not certified, then ask why and consider having
personnel to carry out surgery in a safe manner, maintenance of the surgery at an approved outpatien facility.
strict sterile techniques, post-anesthesia recovery facility that
Q I would like to have my breasts lifted and a tummy tuck. I have a limited amount of time to
recover before I must return to work. Is it safe to do these two procedures at the same time?
ANSWER
Combining certain plastic surgical procedures is often done, that I call compatible, that is they can be safely combined without
most commonly for the reason that you give, limited amount of one procedure increasing the risk of complications of the other
time off from work. Another reason to combine surgery is to procedure. In the case of a breast lift and a tummy tuck, I believe
save money since it is often less expensive to do the surgeries these to be compatible and in my practice are often done at a
together rather than separate sittings. That being said, there is a single sitting. An example of two procedures that I don’t like to
limit to the amount of surgery that can be safely done at a single do at the same time would be eyelid surgery and a tummy tuck.
operation. Studies have clearly demonstrated that some I am afraid that the pain from the tummy tuck might increase
complications from surgery go up as the amount of time in the chances of bleeding from the eyelid surgery do to increase
surgery increases. For cosmetic surgery, my personal rule of in blood pressure associated with pain. Whenever contemplating
thumb is that I do not like to combine surgeries that will take combined surgeries, be wary of a surgeon who seems too cavalier
more than six hours to perform. This is an arbitrary rule for me, about doing multipl procedures at a single sitting, and if you
and other doctors might set a shorter amount of time and some have questions about safety of what you are contemplating, get
don’t mind longer times. In addition there are certain procedures a second opinion.
About Dr. Barber

William Byron Barber II is regarded as one of the most prominent plastic surgeons in his field and has recently been selected one of America’s Top Surgeons. He has
been practicing plastic surgery in Greensboro for 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is presently Chief of Plastic Surgery at
Moses Cone Hospital System and is an active member of numerous local, regional and national plastic surgery organizations.
Dr. Barber hosts free monthly seminars in his office. To make a reservation, please call Barber Center for Plastic Surgery at 336.275.3430. The office is located at 1591
Yanceyville Street, Suite 100 in Greensboro. Their website is www.barberplasticsurgery.com To ask Dr. Barber a question for this column, please email him at
drbarber@barberplasticsurgery.com
Thinking of
Going Back
to School?
Education Options
for Busy Moms
by: Pat Brill
f you’ve been thinking about going back to Some of the options to consider when
school, you’ll be happy to know that you have deciding about going back to school are:
more options than you realize. Colleges and • Two-year colleges
other schools recognize that adult students have • Vocational schools
different needs from traditional students and are • Technical colleges
responding with evening classes and online • Local universities
• Online colleges and universities
courses that make it possible for even the busiest
• Correspondence courses
mom on the block to earn a degree or certification in
• Distance learning programs
an ever-growing variety of disciplines.
Education
In addition, there are interior design schools,

art colleges, and culinary schools that you
can choose from. These are a few of the many
specialized schools and colleges out there
where you can earn a certification or degree
in the specific discipline you’re interested in.
Most local colleges, universities, and technical schools now offer

classes in the evenings to make it easier for adult students to
attend classes. Many of them offer online courses as well, so
it’s possible for you to attend classes and earn a degree from
them without ever setting foot in a classroom.
“Virtual” schools are one of the hottest trends going for moms
who want to go back to school, but are busy with jobs and
families. These virtual schools, otherwise known as distance
learning institutes and online universities, have gained amazing
popularity in the last five years and are now recognized as
legitimate sources for getting a college degree by some of their
toughest critics.
One benefit of attending classes at a local college or technical

school is that you get to take full advantage of the classroom
setting. You’ll have peers to turn to for advice, and even
homework assignment help. This student community can be very
good for you if you haven’t set foot in a classroom for many
years, as you won’t feel isolated and alone in your scholastic
pursuits.
However, online colleges offer you the advantage of being able

to attend classes whenever it suits your schedule. They’re also
quite flexible in allowing you as much time or as little as you
need to turn in assignments and meet the course requirements.
This allows you to finish up a certification program or earn a
degree much more quickly than you can in a traditional school
setting, where the quarter or semester system is rigidly enforced.
To find the best back-to-school option for you, check out the
web. You can research a multitude of distance learning programs
to find one that offers a degree or certification for exactly the
profession you want. You can also find out everything you need
to know about your local colleges and universities online. Most
have their own informative websites. So if you’re thinking about
going back to school, don’t waste another second. Hit the
Superhighway and start doing your homework—it’ll be excellent
practice for when you do become a student.
About The Author

Pat Brill is co-founder of http://www.SilkBow.com which supports
Busy Moms with free gift ideas and helpful tips to meet the
challenges of motherhood. SilkBow is the perfect place for the
perfect gift. Pat can be reached directly at: pat@SilkBow.com

Klassey Kuts & Styles By Lisa Parrott - Photos Flashbacks By Red
s a child, June Byrd used to hang out in her

mom’s hair salon watching her cut hair. When
June was in the tenth grade, she decided to
follow in her mom’s footsteps and enrolled
June Byrd in beauty school part-time while continuing
her high school education. By the time she was a senior in
high school she was already cutting hair part time at the
hotel in downtown Burlington.
Profile
June opened her own salon in 1990 on South Church St. in

Burlington. Klassey Kuts was there for seventeen years, until
recently when she relocated to O’Neal St. in Burlington (located A variety of services are
near the City Park).
offered at Klassey Kuts
Klassey Kuts employs seven hairstylists. A variety of services are
offered at Klassey Kuts including manicures, total body waxing, including manicures, total
highlights and color, just to name a few. June also styles wigs for
chemotherapy patients. Men, women, and children are all clients body waxing, highlights and
at Klassey Kuts. Walk-ins are always welcome.
color, just to name a few
All of the stylists at Klassey Kuts continue their training
throughout the year in order to keep up with the latest trends in
hair styles and products. They travel all over to keep their skills
and products up to date. “If you don’t keep up on the latest trends
and products you just can’t make it in this business,” said June.
When asked about the latest trends in hair styles for women, men
and kids June said, “The bed head look is in for young women,
the shag is also. The shag is versatile where it can be long or
short. The older generation still loves to have their hair rolled
every week with every hair in place. Foiling is very popular with
the younger women; blonde on blonde, dark on blonde, they love
this technique.” Foiling is a very creative way to add color and
highlights to your hair. The foiling technique allows the stylist to
place the hair in sections, which in turn allows the stylist to use
several different colors in one process. The size of the color streak
can also be controlled using foiling. “Men are beginning to let
their hair grow out again,” she said.
Coloring, blow drying, and all of the other techniques we use to

make our hair beautiful can take their toll on our hair. June offers
this tip for dry or damaged hair, “I recommend deep conditioning.
Use a really good deep conditioner, place your hair in a plastic
cap and apply heat. It will help keep your hair strong and healthy.”
June and the other stylists at Klassey Kuts love working with
their clients who become like members of an extended family. If
you are looking for an update to your hairstyle, or just need a trim
to keep your hair healthy, let the stylists of Klassey Kuts give you
a cut that’s full of “klass” and style!
For More Information call June Byrd at Klassey Kuts at

336.222.1151 or stop in at 139 O’Neal St. in Burlington.

By Lisa Parrott
Photos: York’s Studio
PIP Printing and Document Services
14 A l a m a n c e Wo m a n - A u g u s t 2 0 0 7
From Co
w w w. a l a m a n c e w o m a n . c o m
From left to right: Lucy Campbell, Deborah Williams, Judy Brumley, Debbie Parler
ncept to Reality
When they opened PIP Printing and Document Services twenty four years ago in a
small corner of Burlington’s Shadowbrook Plaza, Judy and Jimmy Brumley didn’t
realize how big their dream of owning their own business would become. After more
than two decades of steady growth, and garnering walls full of plaques and awards
for sales and customer service, the Brumleys recently moved their enterprise into a
piece of Burlington history: the 37,000 square-foot former Coca Cola® Bottling plant.
ith Judy and

Jimmy at the helm
and the support of
their team at PIP,
they have
consistently been
awarded one of the
top ten stores in the
PIP family. This
past year they were
sixth out of over
three hundred
stores nation wide.
According to Debbie Parler, at PIP’s annual
convention in July, the Brumleys brought home the
coveted Franchisee of the Year award. This award is
presented by PIP Printing and Document Services
president Catherine Monson to a single Franchisee
in the network. Sales growth, integrity, industry
knowledge, technological innovation and remarkable
achievements within the PIP network are just a few
of the characteristics required to achieve this lofty
recognition.
The new downtown location allows PIP to offer

fulfillment (storing documents or other products) to
customers that may need that service. Warehouse
space is also available to lease. If your business needs
brochures, forms, newsletters, posters, signs, and
stationery to name a few, PIP can print it. Anything Judy and Jimmy Brumley
from simple black and white to full color print. PIP
will take your concept and turn it into a
professionally produced document. Judy said, Associates Degree in Commercial Art from Alamance
“Clients come in with a concept in their minds. We Community College. She has been married for eighteen years,
will consult with them to see what their needs are. has one son who is twelve, and a daughter who is eleven. She is
Our Graphics Department will work with the client’s very active with the First Baptist Church Apple Street, where
concept to produce a logo, banner, or brochure, her husband is associate pastor. In her spare time, Deborah loves
whatever their needs may be. We also have ad to do arts and crafts, particularly jewelry making. She also loves
specialty products to help advertise a client’s to do web design.
business. In many cases, your project can be
completed in days.” Debbie Parler has been with PIP for over thirteen years. She
graduated from Elon College (now Elon University) with a
Deborah Williams, PIP’s Graphics Department business degree. During her time with PIP she has served as the
Manager and Senior Graphics Designer, has been store’s General Manager and is currently the Director of Outside
with PIP for twenty years. When she began her career Sales. In 2000, Debbie received the Manager of the Year award
with PIP there was no computer to create the for the South Central Region. Debbie has been married for
graphics. Everything was done by hand. With the twenty-eight years, to her husband Tom. She and Tom have one
advancement of technology, computers have son, Chad and two grandsons. She loves spending time with
provided unlimited possibilities in designing her family (especially her two sisters) and spoiling her
graphics. Deborah, along with two other employees grandchildren. She also loves to exercise, walk outdoors and
in the graphics department, works with clients to going to the Y. Debbie is also a member of BNB (a breakfast
make their concepts a reality. Deborah received an networking group) and serves on the board of the Red Cross.
Lucy Campbell has been with PIP for ten years. She
began her career with PIP part time in the copy
department. In her current position as Director of
Sales, Lucy supervises the inside sales people as well
as being in charge of all promotional products. Cups,
magnets, mouse pads, and corporate gifts, are some
of the products offered for company identification and
advertising. Lucy said, “My job is to make sure the
customer is taken care of from beginning to end.
That’s the great thing about PIP. We’re very customer
oriented.”
Lucy graduated from Randolph Macon Women’s

College in Lynchburg, VA receiving a degree in
Biology with Minors in Art and Psychology. Recently
married, Lucy and her husband love to play tennis,
golf and racquetball. She has three sons and one
daughter. Lucy is also very involved with Loaves and
Fishes.
All three women agree that PIP is a great place to

work. Debbie said, “What you give, you get back.
That means a lot to employees. That is what’s nice
about being a part of a small family business. We’re
all a team and we enjoy working with one another.”
Judy Brumley graduated from the University of

North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a double major in
Rec. Administration and Physical Education. Exercise
has always been a huge part of Judy’s life. She said,
“Exercise is my outlet, my whole family is big on
finding some avenue of exercise every day. My
husband and I work out together. We’re also going to
be offering a space with exercise equipment for our
employees. We feel it’s a very important part of your
day.”
Judy loves spending time with her two children,

Megan who is a rising junior at Meredith College and
Jimbo who attends Greensboro Day School. She also
loves to cook for her family and friends.
Judy is very active within the community. She and

her family are active with the Catholic Church. Judy barbecue is held in September. This year the event will be
is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, where held on Saturday, September 15th in four locations. The
she served on the Chamber Advisory Board from barbecue is Loaves and Fishes biggest fundraising event of
2003-2006. She and Jimmy also hold an annual the year. Judy said, “If we can raise enough money, efforts
fundraiser for Loaves and Fishes. The annual can be placed where they should be; on feeding the hungry.”
Judy was recently asked to sit on the board of the Alamance
Community College Foundation and on the board of The Elon
Phoenix Club. She said, “Alamance County has been very
good to us. We truly believe that we need to give back in as
many ways as we can.”
Let Judy, Deborah, Lucy, Debbie and the rest of the PIP team
create the products that will best serve you and your business
needs. From business cards, stationery, and brochures, to
logos, banners, and fulfillment, PIP Printing and Document
Services works with you to turn your concept into the
products that best serve you.
PIP is located at 825 S. Main St. Burlington. For more information

on services offered by PIP Printing and Document Services call
Karen Dosier 336.222.0717
Marriage
By: Valorie Jay
Are Prenuptial Agreements Really Necessary?

In today’s society, nearly half of all marriages will sadly end in He or she may say that one of you were not able to get sufficient
a divorce. With such statistics, this has prompted many couples legal representation.
to sign a prenuptial agreement before making their way down
the aisle. It is important that you completely make known all of your
assets. Any attempt to hide or mislead part of your assets could
A prenuptial agreement, also referred to as a prenup, is a legally result in the prenuptial agreement being thrown out of court.
binding contract that is signed by a woman and man before they
get married. The prenup clearly states how any pre-marital, as There are other ways a prenup can be thrown out by a judge. If
well as marital property will be divided up, should the marriage the agreement is too lopsided, a judge may throw it out. A valid
end in a divorce. A prenup also spells out how spousal support prenup must be fair to both spouses and it cannot leave either
will be set up. party penniless.
You should consider a prenuptial agreement if certain A prenup does not have any jurisdiction over child support.
circumstances apply. For instance, if you are considerably When signing a prenuptial agreement, you cannot forfeit your
wealthier than your partner, own your own house or have rights to child support. In the same respect, you cannot designate
significant assets, you should consider a prenuptial agreement. a dollar amount that is less than what would be ordered by the
If you own part or all of a business or are expecting a large courts.
increase in your salary, you should also consider a prenuptial
agreement. In cases where a prenuptial agreement is more generous than a
will, a will does not supersede the prenup. In other words, you
When considering a prenuptial agreement, be sure to bring up cannot allot a lesser amount in your will, than that stated in the
the topic early in the relationship. Don’t wait until right before prenuptial agreement. However, you can leave more money in
the wedding to tell your partner you want them to sign a the will, than originally stated in the prenup.
prenuptial agreement.
A clause can be added to the prenuptial agreement, stating that
Be honest and open about why you want your significant other it will expire after a designated period of time. This is referred
to sign a prenup. It is important that you and your partner are to as ‘Sunset Provisions’. In some states, if the couple does not
able to agree on the basics of the prenuptial agreement, before opt to renew the prenuptial agreement, it will automatically
bringing it to the lawyers. Make a list of all your assets and talk expire after a certain number of years. In some states, a
about who will get what, should the marriage end in divorce. prenuptial agreement is no longer valid after a child is born.
After you have both agreed to sign the prenup, you should each Prenuptial agreements can be used to safeguard your assets.
retain your own lawyer. If you and your significant other were Before entering into one, be sure you have a full understanding
to use the same lawyer, a judge might not enforce the agreement. of how they work.
Valorie Jay is the co-author of the popular new eBook, “Romantic Ideas for Couples!” Discover how to dramatically increase the “Wow” factor in your relationship. You can get a complimentary copy at: www.mybridaldress.com
Business
A little known law called an “Implied Partnership” was all it

took. We had no contract, nothing stating that if someone left
for any reason, they forfeited all profits. It brought me to my
knees. Not only did she end up suing me for the startup money
back, she was entitled to half of the store merchandise returned
too. I sat on the floor of an empty shop, with empty pockets.
Needless to say, after almost two miserable years, and much of
the joy being robbed of my success with that little shop (which
turned out to become a national distributorship with global
coverage within five years) we patched up our differences and
friendship won out. *(Chicken Soup For The Female Soul
bought our story to be released in 2008!) Lesson learned!
Lesson Learned
Webster’s Dictionary says an exit strategy is a means of escaping
one’s current situation. But in the romance of a budding new
business many women find themselves so excited with the
creativity of planning, they simply overlook the fact that nothing
lasts forever.
So You Have a Business: According to the SME (Small-Medium Enterprises) 75% of
women have no exit strategy. Those who have a business
Do You Have understand it involves hard work, planning and preparation; yet
very few business owners have an exit plan for leaving, closing,
dividing, inheriting, protecting or selling their business someday.
An Exit By: Lisa Wynn

The Four D’s
The four D’s of a business exit strategy are:
Disability: Disability is not as uncommon as you may think. It
can change your business in a moment.
Strategy? Death: Although less likely than disability, death of an owner

should be considered in the start-up plan of your business. A
deceased partners share may be seen as personal property.
Divorce: Women tend to go into business with friends and
family. Nothing lasts forever. Write an exit strategy covering
I started my dream business of a tea shop in Minneapolis several
all possible scenarios, buyouts, start-up money and product.
years ago, with stars in my eyes. My best girlfriend and I signed
Departure: People often have a change of heart or simply want
a three-year lease, were handed the keys and had no thoughts of
to move to a new opportunity. What is owed to the leaving
the future. However, after several weeks, she tearfully
partner? Will the landlord remove a partners name from the
announced it was more of a time commitment than she could
lease? If you sell, will he keep the rent the same for the new
give as a mother of a special needs child, and she wanted out. I
owner? This can be a deal breaker.
watched her run sand through her fingers on the beach while
she cried. This was our annual girls trip, now forever changed.
Always plan to “unplan”, and be prepared to understand the
I was shocked and angry, unable to understand why she did not
partnership laws of your state. An important aspect of an exit
think this through first, but I told her I understood and gave her
strategy is more then others, it is resale value. It is building
a hug anyway.
worth into your business for an easy sale with multiple offers.
Run press releases several times a month to gain media coverage
Shattered Cup in magazines and newspapers. Showing coverage clips, and
I scrambled to hire her replacement and tried to build my client lists, email lists, and sales each month during the sale
business through many days of frustration and hard work. pitch can seal the deal to a potential buyer. Build in PR value!
Regardless, my tiny tea shop became a success, with reservations Just as building a business takes great effort, so does leaving it.
booked well into the following year. As luck would have it, my
husband was offered a job in North Carolina nine months into Lisa Marie Wynn Freelance writer, consultant and serial
“Fempreneur” has several successful businesses. Artisans Cup
it. I decided to sell and made a substantial return on my Tea Company, Hell on Heelz and Artisans Press. She has
investment, with three buyers overbidding each other. Imagine contributed to publications globally, across North America,
Canada and online. Her custom flavoring tea company boasts
my surprise when it was announced by my attorney that I legally celebrities, resorts, spas, hotels and an appearance in the 2005
was required to turn over one-third of the sale profits to both Oscars and 2006 Emmy Awards. She can be reached at
my ex-partner and the employee who took her place. artisanspress.com or 336-218-0108.

Marriage
Estate Planning:
Considering
a Second
Marriage
Late in Life
By: Ronald Hudkins
As the life expectancy of people in the United States states. But, are the laws of the state in which they pass away the
increases, the reality of second and third marriages becomes ones that control the transfer of their assets or do the laws of where
more likely even for those who tend to marry for a long time they have lived most of their lives control that transfer? If they
if not until the death of their first spouse. Widows and have a will, then this question becomes even more complex. Often
widowers are increasingly likely to meet and decide that a the real property (real estate) assets are governed by the laws of
second marriage is an excellent way to avoid spending their the state in which they sit, whereas the personal property (bonds,
autumn years alone and that love is not the exclusive stocks, money, possessions) is controlled by the laws of the state
province of the young. It is often a surprise to adult children that is their final residence.
to meet the boyfriend/girlfriend or husband/wife of their
The problems that are created by second marriages should not be
elderly parents.
taken lightly. It is important to talk these things through with your
future spouse because, chances are, they want to make sure that
However, remarriage later in life creates a unique set of legal
their adult children get their assets upon their passing just as much
questions that those who are getting married don’t often think
as you do. If you don’t have a frank discussion with your would-be
through. For example, many older clients take it for granted that
spouse, you may end up causing all those whom you love a great
their adult children will inherit from them when they pass away,
deal of heart ache and confusion as they struggle to figure out what
because the majority of their property and life has been spent with
would be best and what you would have wanted. This happens
their previous spouse who was often a co-parent to those children
every day — earnest people do their best to honor their deceased
and the one who helped to build or sustain the family assets. But, a
loved one, but honestly and simply disagree about what he/she
new marriage means that the marital property is governed by the
would have wanted; a situation further complicated by those who
laws of the new marriage. Absent any prenuptial agreement, the
just want to fight for any dollar they can get.
surviving spouse would, in most jurisdictions, receive at least half
of the marital assets, which means that the adult children from the
Consult with an attorney who can help you set up an agreement
first marriage might be in for a big surprise if they think the family
waiving certain marital rights that may be tailored toward married
home that their family has owned for years will become theirs.
couples who start out together, rather than those who meet later in
life’s journey. Be prepared to be honest and up front about what
Another problem is that as people get older they often move to
you want and ask your attorney what kinds of problems they
places where it is warmer. This means that they move to states
commonly see with respect to estate planning and autumn romances
where they have not traditionally lived before and these states not
and how they think such problems are best avoided. Your attorney
only have different (warmer) climates, but different laws as well.
will have plenty of good ideas that will ultimately help you safe-
If they spend the colder months (or the entire year) in these states,
guard the important people in your life.
it becomes increasingly likely that they will pass away in these
Ronald Hudkins is a retired U.S. Army Military Police member that was assigned as a staff researcher. He has coordinated with military and criminal investigators, set
on court marshals and worked closely with the Staff Judge Advocate Generals Office (JAG). He has a keen sense of legal matters - their interpretation, initiatives and
guidelines. For imperative financial planning needs he suggests his book “Asset Protection and Estate Planning for All Ages.” Additionally, he offers a Free Newsletter,
Articles and a Financial and Tax Newsfeed at his web site: www.AssetProtectNow.com
Education
You Are Never Too Old To

Go Back To School. by: Kay Jones
You may have been out of school for 10, 15,

or more years and you feel that you will not
do well because you have lost touch.
What you should realize is that now is the perfect time to go
back to school. Why, because you have a desire. In our teenage
years and young adult years our mind may not have been as
settled as it is now. We were more than likely focused on the
pleasures we thought life could bring. As we get older we tend
to say, “If I knew then what I know now, I would have done this
or that”. Now that we are older, we know what is best for us.
Therefore, we know the importance of a good education. Most
good paying jobs will not consider an application or resume if a
certain level of education is not listed.
The most important reason you should go back to school is

because once you get your education, it is yours and no one can
take it from you. Learning is fun, especially when you find
something you are interested in and when you have a desire to
achieve what you think is impossible. Achieving a higher
education will put you in positions you never thought of. A little
knowledge here, a little knowledge there and you will be on
your way to heights unimaginable. You may want to start your
own business, or partner with a fellow classmate. There is no
limit to what a good education will bring. Think positive and
remember if there is a will, there is a way. If you will to get a
better job, if you will to increase you knowledge, if you will to
excel, Education is the way. There is no need to be intimidated
by the number of younger students that will be in the classes
with you. They may be willing to help you in certain areas.
Why am I so adamant about going back to school and getting

what you deserve? Approximately 17 years after I graduated
from high school I went back to school and became certified as
a nursing assistant and phlebotomist. After my phlebotomy
training, I obtained two (2) back-to-back degrees of Associate
in Applied Science. The first degree I obtained is in Office
Systems Technology/Medical and the second in Computer
Programming/COBOL, RPG, and VB. I am a single parent and
I obtained the majority of my education working a full-time
job. Close to the end of my schooling, I also had to care for a
very ill family member who later passed away. I have a good About The Author
job now and am getting ready to partner a business. If there is a Kay Jones has completed studies and earned the degrees of Associates
will, there is a way. in Applied Science Office Systems Technology with a concentration
in Medical and Computer Programming with a concentration in
So, what are you waiting for? Go back to school so that you too COBOL, RPG, and VB. She can be reached at kwhite91@netzero.net
can reap the benefits of a good education and reach your dreams. or her business address at www.appliedskillscenter.usclargo.com.

Self
Thinking Outside of the Tofu Container By Brenda Shropshire B.S. M. Ed.
Healthy Solutionz™ Quote of the Month
“ The longer you wait to decide what you want to do, the more time you’re wasting. It’s
up to you to want something so badly that your passion shows through in your
actions. Your actions, not your words, will do the shouting for you.
”
– Derek Jeter, baseball player
ne thing is for sure, there is a strong, connection between self-

image (How valuable am I?) and the way women see their bodies
(How fat am I?) in our culture today. If I had to venture to guess,
(no formal research done here) I would say that 90% of American
females, over 13 years of age, are constantly scrutinizing their
body shape and size-adding up the results and translating the
outcome into a formula for measuring self-worth. Comments we make in our heads
such as: I look so fat in these jeans. Why can’t I look like her? Why did I just eat that?!
Are the kinds of thoughts that torment many on a daily basis. If you added up all the
seconds, minutes, hours, weeks, and years women spend practicing negative self-
talk, you would, most likely, end up with a total that would exceed the amount of time
it takes to walk no, crawl across the country and back.
So what’s the problem? Why do we beat ourselves up? (Somebody call the social
workers and put an end to the abuse!) and do little to make it happen. You can call it
stress or frustration but it all translates into feelings of self-disappointment because
the goal has been set, and nothing is being done to implement it.
Why bother holding onto an internal value or setting a personal goal, if you aren’t
going to make an effort toward living a life that is congruent with what is important to
you? Without getting all “Freudian”, simply stated: You are living a life of discrepancy
unless you put actions into place that are inline with your internal beliefs which leads
to on-going emotional abuse, carried out by you.
Decide today that you will:

1) Be kind to yourself. Stop beating yourself up. Forgive
yourself for past failed attempts to stay on a healthy journey
of sensible eating and sensible exercise.
2) Recognize that you must not only state your goals but align
your life with daily actions that are inline with your goals.
3) Reevaluate your personal mission and values and either let

them go or make the happen. Decide who you are, not by
your thoughts, but by your actions.
You are living a life of discrepancy Brenda Shropshire holds a Bachelors Degree in Health and in Physical Educa-
tion as well as a Master’s Degree in Education. She is a Speaker, Freelance
unless you put actions into place that Writer, Trainer-Educator and is the founder of Healthy Soultionz Consulting
are inline with your internal beliefs Company. She can be reached at: www.HealthySolutionz.com, or 336 854–9318.
which leads to on-going emotional
abuse, carried out by you.
Profile
Dr. McKee Certified Invisalign® Orthodontist

By Lisa Parrott • Photos York’s Studio
s an adult, have you ever thought, ‘I

would like to have my teeth
straightened, but I don’t want those
metal braces in my mouth.’ Invisalign®
allows you to have those perfectly
straight teeth, without anyone knowing
you are wearing braces. Invisalign® is
one of the hottest new ways for older
teens and adults to straighten their teeth.
Dr. Michael McKee has been trained and certified in the use
of the Invisalign® aligners. Dr. McKee will make an impression
Left to right: Tammy Ross, Gina Walker, Pam Horton, Karla Lambert, Dana Singletary,
Nancy Burgess and center Dr. Michael McKee
of your teeth and precisely customize a series of aligners just

for you. Your teeth move gradually (millimeters) until you have
achieved the desired results.
Once placed over your teeth, the aligners are virtually invisible.
Invisalign® also offers a little more comfort than traditional
braces. The aligners are removable for meals or for several hours
of socializing. Dr. McKee said, “People love that you can’t see
the aligners. Invisalign® fits very precisely to the teeth. There
are a number of aligners, each one a little tighter than the one
before. We change them on a certain schedule, usually every
four to six weeks. Although they are removable, it is critical
that you are very consistent in wearing the aligners in order to
achieve the desired results.”
For children and younger teens, the good news is that

orthodontists are able to take more preventative measures than
in the past. Dr. McKee said, “The philosophy has changed in
the past few years. As with medicine, the concentration in
orthodontics is in more prevention. We’re beginning to see
children at a much earlier age, around five to six years old. This
is usually the time when the first permanent teeth are coming
in. It is then that you can get a better idea of what is coming. If
we see something, we can intervene at an earlier age. Sometimes
we can fix a little problem in order to lessen or eliminate a bigger
problem later on in their life.”
For your child, getting braces is much more comfortable than

in the past. Braces are much smaller, easier to put on and easier
to take care of. The metal wires are much more flexible than in
the past making them more comfortable. You may be concerned
that getting braces for you or your child is too expensive, but
Dr. McKee offers financing with different payment plans.
Dr. McKee is very proud of his staff, all of whom have over ten
years of experience. He said, “We work as a team. Everyone
works well together. I am very proud of their technical skills,
but I am also proud of how much they care about our patients.
We strive to know everyone personally and to make them feel
comfortable because that is how we would want to be treated.”
Dr. McKee is located at 1628C Memorial Drive, Burlington.

For more information about Invisalign ¨ or to make an
appointment with Dr. McKee call 227-5594.

Money
The 10 Questions Game
Congratulations to July’s game winner, Frances Gerringer! All answers to the
game can be found in this month’s issue of Alamance Woman. You may
submit your answers via our website at alamancewoman.com or mail them
to: Alamance Woman Magazine, 158 S. Main St. Graham, NC 27253. All entries
must be received by the18th of each month. Play for the chance to win a Gift
Certificate for a Detail Service at Wheels ‘n Bumpers Car Wash, valued at
$100.00. Good luck!
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2. Where to go for a carwash ‘n more A “little” different experience for your car,
planned that way!
3. Offering more options in a women’s only environment than any other fitness
center in the area!!
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5. Hundreds of thousands of people already have discovered this You can find
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8. Window Fashions by Hunter Douglas available here at 550 Huffman Mill Rd.
9. Seasonally inspired cuisine, whether you are planning for twenty or three
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10. Offering innovative design creations tailored to your specifications-We make
it happen.

Events and Networking
SUMMER BAND SCHEDULE: Festivities take place in central games and activities for “kids of all ages” in Downtown Mebane. Kids will
Saxapahaw next to the Post Office and across from the Saxapahaw Rivermill enjoy a dino dig sponsored by The Museum of Life & Science in Durham,
every Saturday from 5pm-8pm through the end of August. Admission is bike & trike parade, egg & spoon race, bobbing for apples, street sprinkler,
free though donations are appreciated. Organizers pass around a “Swan face painting, sidewalk checkers, paint a pet rock and much more! You can
Bucket” each week for the band. The series is sponsored by the Saxapahaw test your skill at the can or water balloon toss, watermelon seed spitting,
Rivermill and by local businesses including Open Eye Cafe, Fifth Season hoop rolling, dunking booth, cakewalk, or pie eating contest. Visitors will
Gardening, Townsend Bertram and The Barbecue Joint. enjoy special dance performances by the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi
August Nation and Xtreme Dance Academy, a motorcycle show, and a DJ playing
4 Randy Whitt & The Grits 18 Tommy Edwards & Friends music all day. Sunfest is sponsored by members of Destination Downtown
11 Django Haskins 25 The Kickin Grass Band and most events are free. For a complete schedule, visit
www.downtownmebane.com or call (919) 304-6019.
THE FABULOUS PARAMOUNTS: The Oldies and Beach Music Musical
by Gary Cole & David Wright. At the Paramount Theater Presented by 08/11 “AVERY COUNTY BLUEGRASS BAND” Saturday August 11,
WPCM-Oldies and Beach 920, Don’s Music City, Burlington Brands, Times- 8pm - 11PM. The Winery at Iron Gate Farm will have “Music In The
News. A Paramount Productions Presentation. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 Courtyard” with Avery County Bluegrass Band performing Bluegrass.
at the door. Reservations 222-TIXS or box office open weekdays 12:00 - Advance Ticket is $13.00 (Advance tickets cannot be purchased day of
3:00 pm and one hour before curtain. DATES: August 3, 4, 10 & 11 at 8:00 concert). Door Ticket is $15.00 Designated Driver (Non-Drinker) is $10.00
pm and August 5 & 12 at 3:00 pm Tickets are **WILL CALL**. There will not be a refund if you are not able
to attend. In the case of adverse weather, events will be rescheduled.
BURLINGTON ROYALS HOME GAMES begin at 7:00 pm. Adult
General Admission is $5.00; Seniors and Children 12 and younger $3.00; 08/14 EVENING BOOK CLUB 7:00 pm Mebane Library. Don’t be shy!
For more information call 336.222.0223 August home games: 6, 7, 8, 9, Everyone is welcome! This month’s selection: The Memory Keeper’s
14, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27. Daughter by Kim Edwards. Call 919.563.6431 for more information.
08/20 LUNCH BUNCH BOOK CLUB May Memorial Library. Bring your
08/09 POETRY SPOKEN HERE 7:00pm May Memorial Library is hosting
lunch and come discuss the book. The library will provide beverages. Book
our monthly Open Mic poetry night! Read your own, original work, or ones
for August is TBA. For more information or to sign up for the book club,
that you admire. Readers will be limited to 5 minutes. Sign up at the event.
please call 229-3588.
No profanity please. Library programs are free and open to the public. Please
call 336-229-3588 for more information. 08/21 BOOKS OVER COFFEE at the Graham Public Library Noon until
1:00 pm. Take a break from your busy day and enjoy a leisurely chat with
08/11 SUNFEST — A Hometown Family Fun Day Clay Street in fellow book lovers. It’s a great way to discover new authors and to hear
Downtown Mebane, NC Enjoy old-fashioned family fun on Saturday, what’s new, what’s good and what’s not. Bring a book you have recently
August 11 from 10 am - 3 pm at “Sunfest” — a one day festival of traditional read and join us each month. Bring a bag lunch from Noon until 1:00 PM.
Women’s Division of the Chamber of Commerce
The Women’s Division of the Chamber of Commerce is comprised of a through the News in Education program offered by the Times News. They
group of women that “promote and support the spirit of cultural and commercial also purchase school supplies for students throughout the community that are
progress among business, professional and other community-minded women in need.
of Alamance County; to encourage goodwill and fellowship; and to enable
them to cooperate with the Alamance County Chamber of Commerce in the The Women’s Division also contributes their time to Hospice, assisting at the
advancement of industrial, commercial, educational, civic and community flea market and the Hospice Store. They have also donated money that provided
interests of Alamance County and its municipalities.” The Women’s Division shelters that were built at two of our community parks. Once a year, the women
is the only one of its kind in North Carolina. They are also members of the also host a reception for the Alamance Arts Council.
National Women’s Division of the Chamber of Commerce.
These women are an excellent example of coming together to support each
This group of women has many fundraisers throughout the year with monies other and the community in which we live. If you would like to become a
going to better out community. They are huge supporters of education in our member of The Women’s Division of the Chamber, the dues are $25.00 a year
area. Each year, The Women’s Division provides two scholarships to high and the group meets quarterly. If you would like more information about this
school students in need and also provides a scholarship to a student attending organization, please contact a member or send inquiries to PO Box 1214
Alamance Community College. The group adopts a classroom each year Burlington NC 27216.
Coffee and light refreshments provided. For more information please call
570-6730.
08/28 KNIT & READ! 7:00 pm Mebane Library. The Mebane Library
Knitters continue their fundraising project for the library. The plan is to
raffle an afghan knitted by the library knitting club. Meetings are the Fourth
Tuesday of each month. For more information please call 919-563-6431.
NETWORKING GROUPS
Tuesday: BURLINGTON-ALAMANCE NEWCOMERS CLUB 3rd

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

first Tuesday morning of each month September through May. Coordinator:
Kandy King (336) 227-8619 Discussion Group Leader: Tami Nice (336)228-
7285 MOPS is an international organization with local chapters with a goal
of reaching out to support every mother of a preschooler.
Wednesday: WORKING WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY Lunch 11:30am

to 1pm the last Wednesday of each month. Sponsor: Women’s Resource
Center of Alamance County and the Alamance County Area Chamber of
Commerce Small Business Council. Location: Alamance Country Club 2402
Pineway Drive Burlington, NC. To Register: call (336) 227-6900 Cost: $20
for Women’s Resource Center members, $25 for nonmembers
Wednesday: BURLINGTON JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB 1st

Wednesday of each month at 7pm meeting at John Robert Kernodle Senior
Activities Center.

Food
GREEN BEANS
ALMONDINE
INGREDIENTS
2 med packages French green beans
1 stick butter
2/3 cup sliced almonds (crushed under a rolling pin)
Salt to taste
DIRECTIONS
Snap the ends of both sides of the beans, leaving a
whole bean. In a large deep skillet add 1 1/2 - 2
cups of water and bring to a boil. Add beans and
quickly steam (turning beans frequently) for
approximately 4-5 mins. Drain beans; remove
water. In the same skillet melt butter and add beans.
Cover the skillet and reduce heat to a simmer
(turning beans occasionally). Cook on a low heat
for approximately 6-7 minutes. Drain off excess
butter.
Add crushed almonds and toss beans. Lightly salt

and serve.
Summer Squash Puffs

INGREDIENTS
1 quart oil for frying
4 summer squash, cut into chunks.
1 medium onion, grated
2 eggs, beaten
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup dry corn muffin mix
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS
Heat the oil in a deep, heavy skillet or deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees
C). Place the squash in a pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and
cook 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and mash. In a bowl, mix 2 cups
squash*, onion, and eggs. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, corn muffin mix,
baking powder, and salt. Thoroughly blend the squash mixture into the flour
mixture. Drop the squash and flour mixture by rounded tablespoons into the
hot oil, and fry until evenly brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
* If you end up with more than 2 cups squash after cooking and mashing, the remainder
may be reserved in the freezer.

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Lucy Campbell, Deborah

14 So You Have a Business:

Thinking Outside The Tofu Container 22

I n this issue we have focused

School. Not back to school for your Lisa Parrott, Editor

change and going back to school. SALES:

SUBMISSIONS & ADS:

Alamance Woman reserves the right to deny any

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

Ask Dr. Barber About

About Dr. Barber

In addition, there are interior design schools,

Most local colleges, universities, and technical schools now offer

One benefit of attending classes at a local college or technical

However, online colleges offer you the advantage of being able

About The Author

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 11

s a child, June Byrd used to hang out in her

June opened her own salon in 1990 on South Church St. in

Coloring, blow drying, and all of the other techniques we use to

For More Information call June Byrd at Klassey Kuts at

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 13

Photos: York’s Studio

PIP Printing and Document Services

ith Judy and

The new downtown location allows PIP to offer

Lucy graduated from Randolph Macon Women’s

All three women agree that PIP is a great place to

Judy Brumley graduated from the University of

Judy loves spending time with her two children,

Judy is very active within the community. She and

PIP is located at 825 S. Main St. Burlington. For more information

By: Valorie Jay

Are Prenuptial Agreements Really Necessary?

A little known law called an “Implied Partnership” was all it

An Exit By: Lisa Wynn

Strategy? Death: Although less likely than disability, death of an owner

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 19

You Are Never Too Old To

You may have been out of school for 10, 15,

The most important reason you should go back to school is

Why am I so adamant about going back to school and getting

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 21

Thinking Outside of the Tofu Container By Brenda Shropshire B.S. M. Ed.

Healthy Solutionz™ Quote of the Month

ne thing is for sure, there is a strong, connection between self-

Decide today that you will:

3) Reevaluate your personal mission and values and either let

Dr. McKee Certified Invisalign® Orthodontist

s an adult, have you ever thought, ‘I

of your teeth and precisely customize a series of aligners just

For children and younger teens, the good news is that

For your child, getting braces is much more comfortable than

Dr. McKee is located at 1628C Memorial Drive, Burlington.

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 25

www.alamancewoman.com August 2007 - Alamance Woman 27

Women’s Division of the Chamber of Commerce

Tuesday: BURLINGTON-ALAMANCE NEWCOMERS CLUB 3rd

Tuesdays: MOPS MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS Burlington Meets

Wednesday: WORKING WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY Lunch 11:30am

Wednesday: BURLINGTON JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB 1st