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September 2024
September Means Sharing the Timeless Joy of State Fairs Fair Days and Fond Memories
September is back again, and with it comes the local state fair — a tradition that tugs at the heartstrings of just about everyone’s childhood memories. Growing up, I loved the fair; it was the highlight of the season, brimming with excitement from the circus acts to the demolition derbies. Today, while I might not be the roller coaster fanatic I was back in the day, I still look back at those fair memories with nostalgia, especially now as my own kids have outgrown our yearly fairground excursion. When I was a kid, the circus was the star attraction for me. I vividly remember my first circus around the sixth grade — a giant tent sprawling across the county fairgrounds like a canvas city. The sheer size of it was awe-inspiring. Inside, the three rings buzzed with activity, but the animals captivated me the most. Seeing an elephant and a lion in person for the first time was absolutely surreal. These majestic creatures, which I had only ever seen on TV, were right there, performing tricks and following the commands of their trainers. It was a different era — one where the wonder of seeing such animals up close mingled with the spectacle of the performance itself. Fortunately, you won’t see any animals forced to perform these days, but it is a memory I’ll never forget. But not everything at the fair was about dazzle and awe. The demolition derby offered a different kind of thrill. By the time
I was a senior in high school, it had become my favorite event. Imagine this: A bunch of amateur drivers, including a classmate who had barely gotten her driver’s license, maneuvering beat- up cars in a muddy arena, all trying to outlast each other. The strategy was to drive in reverse to protect the engine, turning the derby into a chaotic dance of spinning cars. The air was thick with excitement and the scent of engine exhaust over wet dirt. It was the best cheap thrill one could hope for. Today, fairs have evolved. The animals have been retired, and the obvious safety issues of the demolition derby have laid that event to rest. But those old circuses and mud-filled arenas from my childhood? They hold a special place in my memory. Then, when my kids were little, all I could see was the fair through the lens of both a parent and a lawyer. The rickety rides that once thrilled me now prompt a mental checklist of safety protocols and liability insurance. But despite my grown- up concerns, I couldn’t help but relive the joy through my children’s eyes as they dart from one ride to another. And let’s not forget the food — the heavenly, unhealthy, utterly delicious fair food. Corn dogs have become a year-round treat, but nothing beats eating one at the fair, surrounded by the buzz of excitement and the glow of carnival lights. Now, each bite is a little taste of my childhood when I only got to scarf down a corndog in September at the county fair. As the seasons passed, the fair remained a place where I could share the wonders of my youth with my children and where the magic of simple joys, like a perfectly fried corn dog or the thrill of a demolition derby, is timeless. Now, my kids are all grown and in college, but one day, they’ll take their children to the fair! The fair is a reminder that some simple joys can be shared among generations.
–Samuel Harms
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Hobbies to Dive Into During Vacation RELAX AND ENJOY
Paint a Pretty Picture Painting from an actual, in-person
Have you ever vacationed somewhere sensationally beautiful and full of things to explore, only to spend an inordinate amount of time in the hotel room or lounging around at a cafe? We can only do so much sightseeing. But you can enhance your time off, even while taking it easy. From cooking new foods to learning a new language, here are three hobbies to try while on vacation! Bon Appétit
reference rather than a printed picture is exciting. If you are headed somewhere with spectacular views, pack a canvas and painting supplies. Picking up painting can make any vacation more rewarding. Learn a New Language Me gusta pollo picante. Impressed? With a few lessons, you, too, can
One of the main draws of any vacation is the food. Think of all of the cities and countries synonymous with some form of cuisine. New Orleans has the po’boy. Spain has paella. Scotland has haggis. If you want to experience the culture of a region in a unique way, take a cooking class! You can learn an authentic recipe and take it home with you to relive the magic all over again.
say, “I like spicy chicken” in Spanish or any other language. Language learning apps, like Duolingo, LingQ, and Babbel, can help you pick up the basics quickly and easily.
Once you know some vocabulary, it’s best to improve your fluency in another language by immersing yourself in it. Head somewhere new and practice your craft! ¡ El mundo es tu ostra!
SNAP, CRACKLE, POP AND … POW?
THE RICE KRISPIES’ SPACE-AGE SIDEKICK
Quick question! How many elves are on a Rice Krispies box? Most of us know that it’s three, with their clever names based on the sounds puffed rice cereal makes in milk — Snap! Crackle! Pop! But did you know that in the early 1950s, Kellogg’s briefly had an out-of-this-world fourth friend appear in two commercials? His name was Pow, a spaceman character designed to represent “the power of whole grain rice,” from which marketers derived his moniker. Zipping around on flying saucers with the original elves, he wore a helmet and put “power into every lightweight spoonful of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies!” The themed campaign, with replica patches from every manned mission to space up through Apollo 10 as box prizes, aimed to capitalize on the time’s pop culture, which was heavily influenced by the beginning of the space race.
According to Smithsonian Magazine, while Pow might have been a flash-in-the-pan character designed to last about as long as the public’s interest in the space race, his
three onomatopoetic counterparts hold the title of being the “first and longest-running cartoon mascots to represent a Kellogg’s product.” Having inspired dozens of beloved characters since — from Tony the Tiger to Buzz the Honey Bee and beyond — Snap, Crackle, and Pop are about as classic a team as cereal and milk, with Pow a worthy honorable mention.
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TAKE A BREAK
NOURISHMENT FOR THE MIND
ABUNDANT APPLES
COOKOUT CRUNCHY FALL GOLDEN GRANDPARENTS HARVEST
DIETARY TIPS TO COMBAT ANXIETY
Our diets can affect our mood and health, but no one food or drink provides instant, long-lasting relief for anxiety symptoms. As awesome as it would be to say, “I think I’m feeling anxious. Pass me that popcorn chicken, stat,” the truth is that removing certain foods and drinks from your diet can help calm your anxiety. So, if you’re after a more peaceful mood, here are some ingredients to avoid and include to achieve the best result! Avoid Alcohol We’ve all heard it, but alcohol is not the solution to your problems. Although ingesting alcoholic beverages can result in short-term relief, the long-term effects are anything but helpful. Alcohol can make getting to sleep more difficult and lead to an overall worsened mood as it leaves your system. In fact, alcohol is a depressant and can make your anxiety much worse. Cut Back on Caffeine Millions of people rely on coffee to start their day. However, caffeine — a core component of coffee — can make you feel nervous and fidgety if ingested in large quantities. If you suffer from jitters in the morning, it might be time to taper your caffeine intake. More of These, Please Enough about things to cut out of your diet; how about
LABOR MAPLE SPORTS WINDY
Baked Sausage With Apples and Fennel
Inspired by GoodHousekeeping.com
This comforting dish, packed with seasonal flavors, is perfect when the weather starts to get chilly.
Ingredients
• 2 apples • 1 fennel bulb • 8 raw, flavored sausages • 2 red onions cut into wedges
• 1 tsp fennel seeds • 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tsp honey • 2–3 oz dry white wine
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Cut apples into six wedges and slice off any core, leaving the skin on. Place in a roasting pan. 3. Slice fennel in half and remove the core. Chop and add to pan along with sausages and onion wedges. 4. Using a pestle and mortar, break up fennel seeds and sprinkle over the pan. Add oregano. 5. Next, drizzle oil, honey, and wine over the ingredients, then toss all together. 6. Roast for 40 minutes, tossing occasionally until sausages are golden and fruit and veggies are tender.
things we can eat to make ourselves feel better? Berries contain antioxidants, which can aid in combating stress
and depression. Complex carbohydrates in oatmeal, breads, and quinoa can help increase the
serotonin in your brain, resulting in a calming effect over time. If you like fish, try out salmon. It contains vitamin D, which helps produce dopamine and serotonin, easing anxiety symptoms. Now you have the right ingredients for a successful, calming diet!
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Samuel Reminisces Circus Animals and Demolition Derbies
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Hobbies to Take With You on Vacation
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Pow! The Lost Legend of Rice Krispies’ Space Age Mascot
Baked Sausage With Apples and Fennel
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4 Foods to Embrace and Avoid to Calm Your Anxiety Exploring Turkey’s Underground City JOURNEY BENEATH THE SURFACE The Fascinating Underground City of Derinkuyu
When you hear the word “turkey,” you probably think of a large bird with a scaley redneck associated with Thanksgiving feasts nationwide. What you may not immediately think of is the historic nation of Turkey, officially known as the Republic of Türkiye, on the geographic and cultural border of Europe and Asia, straddling the Mediterranean and Black seas. The country was once the center of the great Ottoman Empire, which existed for over six centuries and encompassed much of Eastern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. But long before the Ottomans ruled this land, thousands lived underground in the fantastical city of Elengubu, known today as Derinkuyu. Unearthing Derinkuyu Derinkuyu is more than 275 feet beneath the surface of the volcanic region of Cappadocia Valley in modern-day Turkey. At one point, this gargantuan, cavernous city accommodated up to 20,000 people. Despite its massive
size and over 600 entrances scattered around its labyrinthine network of underground homes, granaries, stables, and religious structures, a local chicken farmer only rediscovered it in 1963. As the story goes, the chicken farmer kept losing his chickens to a small crevice near his home, from which
they would never emerge. After digging, the farmer discovered a passageway, one of the many lost entryways leading to Derinkuyu. Mysterious Origin No one knows precisely when Derinkuyu was constructed. Some theories say the ancient Hittites could have built it during the Bronze Age. However, whoever originally started the city did not expand it to its current sprawling dimensions.
The Phyrgians later inherited the city in the Iron Age and expanded it to accommodate their larger population. Whatever the whole story, one thing remains true: A remarkable, mysterious city with cavernous confines is just begging to be explored.
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