We took a road trip well off the beaten path to Polk County to check out a long time establishment called Cherry Pocket located at the far fringes of Lake Wales. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Reservations are not accepted Lunch is served Monday-Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Dinner is served…
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The Everlasting Word
God Will Help Us !
by Herb Long •
“We know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 NASB The verse above does not say all things are good! What it does say is that no matter what we are going through at any given…
The Recipe Box
VALENTINE’S COOKIES!!
by Lorene Patterson •
First a little history about Valentine’s Day…. Did you know that Valentine’s Day has been around since the year 496! Well it has. One saying goes that Emperor Claudius II banned marriage because he thought married men were bad soldiers. Priest Valentine felt this was unfair, so he broke the rules and arranged marriages in…
States Well Stated
More Bourbon than Babies
by Betsey Ellis •
I know this will probably come as a complete surprise to many of you, but I actually spend days researching for each of these articles. Or at least the better part of an afternoon (extra points here if you can identify the Game of Thrones reference. Yes, Covid has given me the opportunity to re-watch…
Destinations
Destination – Myakka City
by Mary Lee Cipriano •
Did you know we have a touch of Austria right nearby? If you travel to Myakka City, you can escape into the world of the famous Lipizzaner Stallions. Only a short 45-minute drivefrom Tanglewood, you can step into the world of these beautiful and talented horses. Just like the Friesian is known for being the…
BookTalking, Features
Step Back In Time
by Kristie Plank •
Allow me to introduce to you Aloysius Archer who is the lead character in David Baldacci’s One Good Deed (2019) crime thriller. Archer has just been released from Caderock Prison, placed on parole, and sent to Poca City. He has a long list of “don’ts” and rules he is to live by for the next…
You and Your Health
Storage and Handling of the Vaccine
by Pam Batey •
SWIRL , But Don’t Shake itThe Storage and Handling of the Vaccine is critical to your health! Be aware of how your dose is handled before injection. Storage and Handling The Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine multiple-dose vials are stored frozen between -25º to -15ºC (-13º to 5ºF). Store in the original carton to protect from light.…
You and Your Health
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
by Pam Batey •
NOT FDA APPROVEDThe Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine is an unapproved vaccine that may prevent COVID-19. The FDA has authorized the emergency use of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine to prevent COVID-19 in individuals 18 years of age and older under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). There is no FDA-approved vaccine to prevent COVID-19. COVID-19 is caused by a…
The Recipe Box
I Can Have My Cake and Eat It Too!
by Selena Freeland •
FRESH APPLE CAKE I discovered this recipe after buying my first Bundt pan a few years back. It was apple season in Ohio and I had a overflowing basket of freshly picked apples from the orchard we visited each fall. It was always a treat to make homemade applesauce, but I never ventured any further…
You and Your Health
What to Expect AFTER getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
by Pam Batey •
When to Call the DoctorWhat to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine? Per CDC Update Jan 2021 COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but…