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ISSUE No.2

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W H I S P E R S

Looks like we are getting TWO yogurt shops, one downtown and one not...

The menu at Liams is getting a perk...cant wait!

Learn how to rock your personal PR a Firefly event coming Feb. 11

My friend Drew just started at Flowers Nissan, go see him!

The Downtown Sidewalk Sale is THIS Saturday

A new cafe in the old Izzos, coming this month

More whispers about SCAD coming to The Ville...

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YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST!Dear Thomasville, place of my heart,

WhenI firstmovedhere I waslonely andunconnected.I admiredyourmossdrap

and the hidden roads of the city that were, and are, still unpaved. But when I

working for Thomasville Landmarks and meeting all sorts of fascinating peo

love for you bloomed. Though Ive been here not quite seven years, youre the o

home Ive ever known. I simultaneously feel that I could never leave and that I cou

tomorrow, just knowing you are here waiting for me to return. Youre not like other places, wi

impersonal structures and anonymous crowds. I know your streets and buildings by hearts and I ado

people, especially the weird ones, which is actually quite a lot of them.

Your summers are brutal and that first year I swore Id cook alive. But Ive learned to shoo the gna

pursed lips and not with hands, and Ive acclimated to the heat. Many people are out of town in the s

andI have youallto myself. I canstrolltheparks andstickmy feet inthe creeks andjust listen tothe b

the sounds of my labs splashing in the water. The chihuahua, he likes to sun bathe.

Yourwinters aremild,if they comeat all. Forsomeone wholivesin skirtsandsandals, thisis a boon.I

vests and boots, but I love the way you tease us with little hints of winter, then shine on us

glorious spring-feeling day. You know what we really want.

I love that people are nice everywhere I go. They make eye contact, they say hello, theyre ge

courteous.We alllove youand we alltake aninterestin youand investour time andresources into mak

somewhere we love to live. I love that sometimes theres no line at the post office, no real traffic on thand that my favorite restaurants know what I order.

Thank heavens we ended up here and thank you, sweet Thomasville, for making a place for me. I

anyone can do anything in this town, because your people will support it. Everybodys someb

Thomasville. You are lovely and darling in ways that I cant even put my finger on. But isnt love like t

Lovethe

May favorite coiffeur, Rob Benton of Salon Rob,tells us 5 things he LOVES about The Ville:

I love running my fur babies around Cherokee lake,

having wine-n-cheese at SGD, morning coffee at

Grassroots curbside, Im loving DIY garden efforts

with our weather and I have a soft spot for the

big oak tree... Shhhh...

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Lovey Dovey

Start with Saturdays European Brunch in the courtyard at LiamsThen take a drive down Dawson or Gordon and admire the homes

Stretch your legs at shady Paradise Park.

Book a couples massage at Metta...ahhhhhhh.

Have a refreshing lunch at George + Louies

Stroll the bricks or go antiquing...

Finally, gaze at your love over the top of

a decadent Lucy + Leos cupcake...sweetness.

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IN THE VILLE...

{With the spring-like weather we have been having, theres no place like Thomasville!}

" "One of the most commonly used phrases you might hear from a male person is I dont know. Men are

generally prideful and indecisive people. Shopping for men can often be frustrating. Hopefully a few of

these ideas will help your Valentines!

If you really want to please your boyfriend or husband, a ticket to see one of their favorite sports teams

would bea plus. And,if not, I would suggest buyingsome fireworks.Mostguyslove explosions, especially

explosions that are annoyingly loud. What better way to celebrate a touchdown from your own home?It would not be a bad idea giving a Mens Daily Devotional. It can be a book, something for the

Kindle, or even for a smartphone. These devotionals also make very good Facebook status updates!

A nice watch alwayscomesin handy.We haveclockson phones,computers,tabletstheyreeverywhere.

But fora lotofmen,a watchisntjust aboutfashion. Wejust want a quickwayto see the time.Andwhen

a guyneeds toget outof a stickysituation,it willappearlessrude ashe looksat his brandnewwatch and

says he has to go!

Last, but not least, a home cooked dinner. Its really easy to grab takeout or go to a really nice restaurant

to celebrate. However, so much time is spent waiting, driving, and being around other people. Find a

babysitter if needed, and have a quiet romantic dinner at home. if you want extra brownie points, make

sure thebabysitter isalsothe parents ofone ofyourchildsfriends. That waytheycan spendthe nightwith

them, and the romance can last all night! Jon Towns

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LoveMe, LoveMy HorseMy friends know that if they cant find me at

home, they can find me at the barn. Ive been

called horsey, horse-crazy and just plain

crazy. I spend lots of time in the saddle, and

lots of time getting ready for fox hunting.

Some people spend their time at the gym, some spend it

shopping. I choose to spend mine with my horses. My horses

have taught me a lot: hard work pays off, patience is a virtue,

and you cannot take short cuts to success.

I try not to talk about horses around my non-horsey

friends. They dont want to hear about so and sos horse-

capades or where they went hunting. But sometimes I

forget they dont love horses like I do. And frankly, maybe

thats Ok. How many hours did I spend listening to my

friends chat about their babies and their feeding and

napping schedules? I smiled and listened. One night at

dinner, I listened to five women discuss their childs potty

training woes...for hours. And I get it...that is what was most

important to them in their lives at that time.

Well friends, my horses are important to me. And I spend

more time with them than I do my own family. Horses are

not just a hobby, they are a passion. Riding my horses is my

therapy for lifes problems. It is a way to spend more hours

outdoors. A way to slow down and think. So the next time you

hear me talking about my horses, ask me if you can come ride

with me. You might just learn something. Leslie

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What I LOVE For My Love...Rattlesnake Belt from Hardens Taxidermy...a must for anyone in the Ville!Tocca perfume from Lavish, several different scents! The Townie wearsit and gets showered with compliments!

Craft beer from Liams Key fob or coozie from Kevins

Chocolate strawberry facial from Metta Day Spa!

Orchard Pond Honey at George & LouiesMeatballs + marinara from Mom + Dads to go!

, ...Really, it shouldsay dogs.I havethree, andI cant imaginelife anyotherway.O

ily just isnt complete without these funny and loving beings. Each has

personality,quirksand favorite scratchingplaces.Tobylikesto lickhisarms,Dalilik

you {watch out for the brown sugar!}, and Skippy, he hops like jackrabbit every m

when I get out of bed. Its like having your own personal cheering section. Theres

likea dogto showwhatyourereally madeof. Do youprovidefood,safety andcom

this creature who cannot speak? Or do you tie him to a fence or become angry wbarks, as dogs are born to do? Dogs will love you no matter if you are pretty or

smart ordumb,richor poor, andtheywill loveyouevenif youarent kind.But youc

about yourself or someone else by how they treat their pup. If you dont like dogs

maybe I dont trust you. And if you do like dogs, welcome to my pack.

too old for love?Last week I had an epiphany. It hit me like a foul ball. As I was dropping off the latest issue of the Townie, I ran into a gentlemanhat one of my friends had suggested I have a date with. He is such a nice person, very active in the local community andperfectly

ot my type. I exchanged niceties with him and went on my way. As I was sliding back into my car,the realization hit me. Im not

ttracted to him. Or any other man I have met recently.

As I drove around town running errands, I thought about it. Are there just no men that ARE my type? Am I that picky? How can

still be single? There are plenty of nice guys around.

After much more thought and introspection that day, I think I know the answer, and here it is: I am HAPPY. And I did not get

hat way by waiting around for Mr. Perfect to stroll into my life. Instead, I have taken life by the horns and ridden it as fast as I can.

After high school, I knew I would not return home. I was determined to do something different... something to make myself dif-

erent than many of my friends.

After college, I informed my parents that I was moving to Georgia. They were stunned. How could you even THINK of leaving

Texas? When I arrived in Savannah, I was completely alone, except for my dog. Slowly I made great friends in my graduate classes.

One set of friends lead to another set of friends, and so on. I dated on and off, even having one serious relationship. I discovered

ver time that he was an utter cheapskate, anti-social and had cankles. That just wouldnt do! He also resented my dog. I was in my

wenties and in my mind I was way too young to settle down. Many people get married in their twenties, have a family, and live

lissfully ever after. I just wasnt one of them.

n my thirties I should have been looking for Mr. Right, but I was too busy moving (literally) and shakin...and traveling and rid-

ng. Dating was fun, but heaven forbid I get serious about a man! He might tell me he did not approve of my carefree lifestyle, or

hat he thought horses were dangerous. Instead, I surrounded myself with old and new friends. And got another dog!

ast forward to the here and now...my forties. I am surrounded by friends and their fabulous husbands. Some of their husbands arewonderful and I am jealous of them...until...one friend complains about their hubbs snoring or their junk collection. Their fishing

rips, their quirky habits, their dirty bathroom sinks. I am now very, very keen on what hard work a marriage truly is. It is com-

romise...not just staying home instead of going out with the girls, or having dinner with the in-laws, but washing his shorts and

oving his Mother.

want a loving, meaningful relationship. I know he is out there. Im still holding out for the perfect man...perfect for only me.

know he exists, maybe right now he is busy looking me for me too. Leslie

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thing on earththat loves

YOUmore than he

loves himself.

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february 1

JSL Bargain BazaarPreview Party

Fairgrounds, 5:30-9:30 PM$15 includes dinnerInfo: 229-403-7783

february 1

Jan AmissPhotography ExhibitHows the Weather?

Opening 6:30-8:30pmThe Bookshelf

february 2

Downtown ThomasvilleSidewalk Sale!

february 2

Swingin at the SavoyAn evening of music,

dance and artThe Center for the Arts

and South Georgia Ballet7:30 PM For more info:

229-226-0588 orwww.southgeorgiaballet.org

february 5

Richland Rum DinnerGeorgias first distillery

is celebrating the release oftheir Richland Vintage Rum

with a dinner andcocktail pairing

4-courses with cocktails$60 per person.

Reservations Required.For questions call Rhonda

at Liams@ 229-226-9944

february 5

Gardening WorkshopJean Pafford, local gardener,

is presenting a programon how to plant, take care

of and harvest the rewardsfrom your own garden.

Free, reservations required10 AM to 12 PM

Thomas County PublicLibrary www.tcpls.org

Register by Feb. 1: 225-5252

february 7

Animal CrueltyCommunity Forum

Conference Room of theEmergency Services Center,

1202 Remington Ave.6:30 PM

info@thomasvillehumane.orgTo report suspected

animal cruelty,please call

229-228-0613.

february 14

Branford Marsalis & JCalderazzo Duo Saxoph

and PianoCenter for the Arts, 8

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february 15

Date Night Whet Your P$40 per couple, inclu

paint, brushes and can6:30 8:30 PM

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february 11

VanitiesA New MusicalTickets:

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Get Press Ready!with Amy Flurry

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But we can do smallthings with great love.

Mother Teresa

Your marriage is the single most important relationship in your life, and hopefully one of the

longest and most rewarding. I recently met with Dusty Hart from Kalon Counseling to find out

more about his services. Kalon is a local counseling service that specializes in marital, mens and

parent/childcounseling. Allrelationships needa tune-up, dontbe skeered! Dustyis verywarm and

friendly and easy to talk to. He is genuine and I feel that he truly cares for people. You know that

I LOVE Thomasville, and I want to see it full of LOVE.

Q: Where do you start with marriage counseling?

A: For some couples, they are seeking a tune-up and want to make a good marriage better. For

others, they are in a difficult and painful place and just want to know if their marriage has a chance. I start wherev

couple is at when they arrive at my office.

Q: Who needs marriage counseling?

A: Absolutely everyone can benefit from marriage counseling. Whether a couple is newly engaged and wants to start

marriage on the right track, or a couple has been married for 30 years. Marriage counseling is a great way to inve

yourself and your spouse, as well as an option that could possibly save a marriage headed toward divorce.

Q: Is it all painful, or is some of it fun?

A: Pain is not fun but relief and healing are a whole lot of fun. Many couples are surprised at how quickly they be

experience relief and start seeing immediate results from very small changes.

Q: What do people hope to accomplish, and what do you hope for them?

A: In a word, connection. We are neurobiologically wired and sociologically created to connect in significant relation

with other people, especially our spouses. I hope that the couples I work with find appreciation for the uniqueness of

spouse and are able to find deep satisfaction in their marriage.

Q: How often do clients visit you?

A: Is there a standard or normal amount of sessions you recommend to start? I usually start out seeing a couple once a

for 2-3 sessions and then move to every-other week. Most couples will benefit from 3-5 sessions to start. Onc

underlying issues or patterns emerge we can re-assess and decide if additional sessions would be helpful.

Q: How do they sign up? How do they know if youre a good fit?

A: Callme at(229)234-7337andset upanappointment tomeet!Of course,youcanemailme atKalonCounseling@gma

as well. After the initial session most couples will intuitively know whether or not we will work well together.

Q: Any parting thoughts?

A: The sooner a couple starts counseling the better. According to Dr. John Gottman, the nations foremost research

marriage and parenting, couples seek relationship help an average of 6 years after they begin having problems. G

that half of marriages that end in divorce do so in the first 7 years, the research shows, this is 6 years too late!

farm to table

raspberry trifle

Two more goodies from the Blackberry Patch!

BBP also has a line of Sugar Free syrups,

and you could use those in either recipe.

INGREDIENTS:Angel Food Cake

Blackberry Patch Whole Raspberry Syrup

Custard (made from scratch or packaged French Vanilla pudding mix)

Whipped cream Fresh Blackberries

DIRECTIONS:

Slice Angel Food Cake into 3/4 inch slices. Place one layer of cake slices on the bottom of a trifle

serving dish* (or any straight-sided clear glass serving dish). Drizzle blackberry syrup over slices,

using about 1/4 cup syrup. If using, place blackberries on top. Spoon custard over cake slices and

ruit. Repeat, making more layers until all cake is used and serving dish is almost full. Top dessert

with whipped cream.

*A trifle dish is used because this is a beautiful dessert and the dish shows off the layers. It is not necessary.

homemade

raspberry sorbet

INGREDIENTS:1 1/2 cups Blackberry Patch Whole Raspberry Syrup

3 cups frozen red raspberries (16 ounce bag)1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest

Juice of 1 fresh orange

DIRECTIONS:

n a blender or food processor blend all ingredients until smooth. Strain mixture into a bowl and

discard the seeds. Process the berry mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's

nstructions. {Or place in freezer and stir every half hour for 2 hours} Transfer sorbet to covered

container and freeze until firm, about 6 hours. Garnish with fresh red raspberries and a drizzle of

Blackberry Patch Whole Raspberry Syrup. Freeze for up to 1 week.

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1 Coffee in bed 2 A sweet + simple love note3 His and hers candy bars 4 Cook dinner together

5 Tackle a neglected cleaning project6 Send an unexpected text

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RELISH & DASH

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Relish your love...

Dash in for truffles, candy,

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SWINGINAT THE SAVOYAnEveningof Music,Dance andArt

February 2nd 6:00 to 10:00 PMThomasville Center for theArts

WHETYOURPALETTEDiptychTwoCanvases ThatMake A Pair

February 15thStudio 209,209 West Remington

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there is no love sincerer

than the love of food.

George Bernard Shaw

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