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JULY 19-25, 2012 25 CENTSVolume Newsstand XXV, NO. Price 1 ‘I Like the Kind Of Man He Is’ Residents flock to Centreville High to hear President Obama speak.

By Bonnie Hobbs Centre View

Photo by hey came, they waited, T and more than three hours later, they entered Deb Cobb Centreville High’s gym. Hundreds and hundreds of people from the local community, as well as from

/ Centre View Loudoun and Prince William coun- ties, stood in humid, 96-degree heat Saturday afternoon, July 15, to see President Barack Obama in person and hear him speak at a grassroots campaign rally. President Obama speaks at Centreville High: “We understood that the economy in this country works best when it works for everybody.” “We thought, if the president Centreville High freshman was this close to our house, there Miles Brooks wears an was no excuse not to make an ef- Obama T-shirt. fort to be here,” said Susan Woo- Campaign Stop in Centreville druff of Little Rocky Run. “I have Concerned about “the extrem- two nephews, 11 and 4, here from ism and the lack of bipartisanship Charlotte, N.C., and we’re excited in our government,” she said, “I’m President Obama rallies his supporters here. for them to have a once-in-a-life- definitely going to vote for him.” time chance to see the president.” See Residents, Page 15 By Bonnie Hobbs and play together. May all our levels of government Centre View listen to the hearts of people and provide courageous and bold leadership for the tasks that lie ahead,” Foltz efore President Barack Obama addressed said. “We welcome our president, Barack Obama, into Herrity, Hugo Respond the huge crowd inside Centreville High, our Centreville-Clifton community. May he find BSaturday afternoon, July 14, Jerry Foltz of friendship and hospitality here ... [and] may he bring To Obama’s Visit Wellspring United Church of Christ gave a unity of spirit to all.” the invocation. Praying to God, he said, “May this Then U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11) took the oth Supervisor Pat Herrity contractor, and a member of the community, in all its diversity of national origin and podium. “I have the dubious distinction of being part B(R-Springfield) and Del. Fairfax County Board of Supervi- ethnicity, with Your blessing, become an example of of the most unpopular Congress ever,” he said. Tim Hugo (R-40) held a sors, I see firsthand the devastat- how people of good will can work and learn and live “They’re dedicated to seeing this president fail. joint press conference Saturday ing impact the pending defense Barack Obama inherited the worst afternoon, speaking to local Rom- cuts are having on the military, economy since the Great Depres- ney supporters prior to President government employees and gov- sion; the banking, auto and real- Obama’s campaign rally at ernment contractors in Northern estate industries were on the Centreville High. Said Herrity: “It Virginia,” said Herrity. ropes.” was nice to see so many people “The first four years under Presi- But now, said Connolly, “Corpo- from Little Rocky Run stop by and dent Obama have been character- rate profits are at record highs and pick up Romney signs and stand ized by a gross lack of leadership General Motors is number one with us.” on issues key to Northern Virgin- again and is creating jobs. But the Herrity’s comments included the ians,” he continued. “The cuts in Republican response is, ‘He’s not following: defense and government contract- cleaning up our mess fast enough.’ “As the CFO of a government See Herrity, Page 11 You’ve got to be kidding.” Connolly said Obama’s “making sure equality exists for everyone in America. This man cares about

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and for him and, on Nov. 6, we’re STD PRSRT One of the lines stretched from Centreville High’s en- going to win.” trance, downhill and up Union Mill Road. See Obama, Page 8 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 ❖ 1 News HONESTY “Which builder is best? …or worst?” “Is our price too low?” CHS Grad Ferraro Gives Back “What do we really need to do to prepare our home to sell?” “What is the best financing for our situation?” don’t smoke, and I exercise and eat healthy food.” “Can our buyers qualify?” Thyroid cancer survivor Along the way, she and her parents formed the “Is this quality construction?” raises funds for others. nonprofit Bite Me Cancer Foundation, www.bitemecancer.org, to help teens with cancer and You can count on getting honest answers to these and to fight thyroid cancer. And now it’s partnering with any of the hundreds of other questions you may have, By Bonnie Hobbs Life With Cancer, the INOVA Fairfax Oncology Unit when you buy or sell a home with Spencer. Centre View and Children’s Inn (next to NIH) to distribute the special, teen support bags Nikki created. hen Nikki Ferraro was a Chantilly Included in each bag are “Bite Me Cancer” [BMC]

CERTIFIED High junior, in March 2010, doctors logo items to support and inspire teens during their DISTRESSED PROPERTY diagnosed her with thyroid cancer — cancer journey: A special flash drive with a message Experience…the Difference! © EXPERT W a form so rare, medullary, that it ac- from Nikki, a hat, water bottle, $10 iTunes card, bags See Complete School Information & VIRTUAL TOUR at www.seln4u.com counts for just 5 percent of all thyroid cancers. None- of candy, deck of playing cards, inspirational song GATE POST ESTATES $499,900 theless, while undergoing treatment, herself, she or- list, plus other items important to teens. Gorgeous brick front home ganized a Relay for Life team com- The message tells Nikki’s story, on over 1/2 acre, cul-de-sac prised of some 25 Chantilly High so the teens will be able to relate lot! Great, established students. to her during their own treatment.

neighborhood. Fabulous The team was called “Bite Me, Photo by The songs are ones she’d listen to heated sunroom with knotty Cancer,” and Nikki designed mo- before surgeries and follow-ups. pine walls & ceiling & tivational T-shirts and bracelets for They pertained to her situation in beamed ceiling w/skylights.

each member. Sales of those shirts, Bonnie Hobbs some way and, she said, “I could Finished basement with rec plus donations and pledges re- use the words to inspire me and room & full BA. Gleaming ceived for their participation in the keep the faith.” They include hardwood floors. walk that June, raised $20,000 for “Stand” by Rascal Flatts and “What FR w/floor-to- ceiling brick FP the American Cancer Society. Faith Can Do” by Kutless.

w/wood stove Her efforts caught the eye of /Centre View Nikki also hopes to meet some insert. Eat-in Leadership Fairfax, which honors of the teens who receive the sup- kitchen people who’ve aided and inspired port bags, and she wants the BMC w/granite & others. And that fall, she was one attitude of staying strong, being new appliances. of four people to receive a 2010 positive and fighting hard against No HOA! Northern Virginia Leadership the disease to help give them the FOR RENT IN FAIRFAX CITY $2,950 Award. Nikki Ferraro holds some push they need to wage their own FOR RENT Now a rising sophomore at JMU, of the items in the Bite Me battles. “It’s about not taking can- COMPLETELY RENOVATED! Everything the resident of Chantilly’s Armfield Cancer teen support bags cer for an answer or settling for has been updated to include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, updated kit. granite Farm community is at it again. This she’s donating to teens what your doctor tells you — [es- counters, new BAs carpet, paint, doors, time, she’s raising money for spe- battling cancer. pecially] if he doesn’t say what you lighting & much more! 5 BR, 3 BA. cial support bags to help other want to hear,” she said. Main level BR & full BA. Upper level teens battling cancer. She and her family used their own money, plus expanded and includes new carpet, “When I was diagnosed, I got support bags from some contributions, to start this project, but each paint, 2 new full BAs & 4 bedrooms. other organizations, but they were more targeted bag costs $50 to produce. So they’re currently trying Huge backyard with mature trees and brick patio. Great location. Nestled in toward kids,” said Nikki. “So I thought it would be to raise enough money for 100 bags, and donations the heart cool to do something for teens.” in any amount would be greatly appreciated. of Fairfax Regarding her own health, she said, “I’m never To see their flyer, go to http:// City, close really in remission because I still have cancer cells in www.bitemecancer.org/pdf/ to Govern- me. But I have no sizeable tumors, so I’m stable. I BMCTeenSupportBag.pdf. Tax-deductible donations ment offices, have to get scans every six months; my next ones may be made at the Web site, or checks may be sent dining, will be in December at Johns Hopkins.” to: Bite Me Cancer Foundation, 4094 Majestic Lane, shops & While she’d rather not have to think about her dis- Suite 335, Fairfax, VA 22033. VRE. ease, Nikki says she’s fortunate the way things turned For more information or to become involved with out and she’s grateful for the support of her family, the organization’s Teen Support Committee, e-mail BUY OR SELL WITH ME— friends and doctors. Her mother, Sharon Ferraro, said [email protected], call 703-709-2539 or go to USE THIS TRUCK FOR FREE! Nikki’s strong faith also helped her. www.bitemecancer.org. Or check out the Bite Me Nikki said the whole ordeal made her grow up Call Spencer faster. “I’m a lot more health-conscious,” she said. “I See CHS Grad, Page 5 Today…it will Business Notes be the best Email announcements to move you [email protected]. ever make! Photos welcome. ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA Oct. 5-10...... $1289 Chantilly-based Creative Dance Includes 3 nights Albuquerque and 2 nights Santa Fe with Daily Breakfast & 2 din- Center Competition Team DON’T SETTLE FOR LESS THAN THE BEST! ners. Sightseeing and the Balloon Fiesta. Air from Dulles: +$585 (CDC*CT) was named one of the “Top Ten Dance Studios in the Nation” by 703-266-SALE • www.seln4u.com THANKSGIVING CRUISE FROM BALTIMORE Nov. 17-24!...... $544 Star Systems Talent Competition, an Includes 7-Nights on RCCL’s “Enchantment” With all Meals & Entertainment! industry leader in its 25th year in the talent business. The Amalfi Coast, Italy Oct. 30-Nov. 7...... $2449 This designation was awarded to 10 Spencer Includes 7-Nights in One Hotel in Sorrento. Daily Breakfast & Dinner Sightseeing! studios in the U.S. who received the Call for Itinerary highest composite scores on their top five advanced dance entries in small God Bless America. SHILLELAGHS TRAVEL CLUB 100 East Street SE, Suite 202 • Vienna, Virginia 22180 groups, large groups, and lines/produc- Long & Foster Realtors tions during Regional Competition. At 703-242-2204 1-800-556-8646 Star Systems Regional Qualifier in Bask- We’re .com! Please visit our Web site at: www.shillelaghtravelclub.com ing Ridge, N.J., Creative Dance Center’s for a listing of all our upcoming trips and socials. See Business, Page 5

2 ❖ Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Roundups News Police Bringing Summer HEAT Fairfax County police are putting the heat on aggressive drivers. Since the traffic-safety, summer HEAT (Help Eliminate Ag- gressive Traffic) program began June 15, officers have issued more than 2,000 summonses for unsafe, aggressive-driving behaviors. These include failure to pay full time and attention, texting while driving, having a television visible to a driver and wearing ear- phones while driving. Specifically, 284 citations were issued for improper passing, lane changes, U-turns or turns at intersections. Some 370 drivers were ticketed for driving on a revoked or suspended driver’s license. In addition, 71 citations were issued to pedestrians. And more than 550 citations were given for child-restraint or seatbelt violations. Hundreds of other motorists were ticketed for driving through Photo by and over safety zones, following too closely and signaling violations. The safety effort will continue through August. Police urge

motorists to slow down, drive courteously and be patient with Bonnie Hobbs fellow drivers throughout the summertime heat. “Aggressive driving leads to crashes, causing more traffic con- gestion, delays and even hotter tempers,” said Capt. Susan Culin, commander of the Traffic Division. “We’re hoping this safety effort will help encourage everyone to slow down, pay attention /Centre View and cool off a bit.” Recycle During Electric Sunday Residents may recycle old TVs, computers, peripheral electronic From left are Gray O’Reilly, Megan Hazard, Gaia Chu, Taylin Frame, Amanda Mason, devices – such as keyboards, speakers, printers and scanners, as Cathy Arnold and Dave McVicar during a rehearsal of “Legally Blonde, the Musical.” well as household hazardous wastes — including fluorescent light bulbs and tubes, for free, during Fairfax County’s “Electric Sun- day” events. The next one is slated for Sunday, July 22, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the I-66 Transfer Station, 4618 West Ox Road in ‘The Music Is Infectious’ Fairfax. For more information, call 703-324-5052. Sully District Council Meeting Alliance Theatre presents “Legally Blonde, the Musical.” By Bonnie Hobbs through life and find her true self,” said Frame. “It’s The Sully District Council of Citizens Associations and its Land- Centre View one of my dream roles; I connect with her, knowing Use Committee will meet Wednesday, July 25, at 7 p.m., in the the heartbreak of breakups, and I realize it some- Sully District Governmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd. in cott Olson has been a director and actor for times takes something like that to help you realize Chantilly. Call Jeff Parnes, evenings, at 703-904-0131. 20 years, but he says the cast of The Alli- what you really want in life.” The panel will learn about BB&T’s proposal to build a drive-in ance Theatre’s “Legally Blonde, the Musical” Frame’s favorite song is “So Much Better” because bank in Centreville’s Sully Station Shopping Center. It will also S is something special. “that’s when Elle realizes she can be so much better hear details about Fairfax Forward, Fairfax County’s next step in “They’re the most talented bunch of people I’ve than what others think she can be.” She said fami- the new planning process that replaced the countywide Area Plans ever met,” he said. lies will like this entertaining show because the up- Review. “They pick up this stuff like a sponge and they’re beat music will make them want to dance and “it doing an incredible job.” has a good message, to stay true to yourself.” Park Authority to Meet Featuring a cast and crew of nearly 100 — plus Chantilly senior Gray O’Reilly portrays Emmett, two dogs — the show runs July 27-Aug. 5 at Chantilly who mentors Elle in law school. “At first, he’s scruffy,” The Fairfax County Park Authority will meet Wednesday, July High. Some 15-20 of the actors are adults, and the said O’Reilly. “He was raised in the slums and is fo- 25, at 7:30 p.m., in the Herrity Building, 12055 Government Cen- rest are students from Centreville, Chantilly and cused on becoming a lawyer. But he takes Elle under ter Parkway, Suite 900 in Fairfax. Call Judy Pedersen at 703-324- Westfield high schools, plus Rocky Run Middle. his wing and gives her part of his drive to help her 8662. “The music is infectious — you can’t stop tapping get through law school and life.” your toes to it,” said Director Olson. “And you just Delighted with a leading role, he says Emmett’s Free Carseat Inspections want to watch the actors do those numbers because similar to him and he looks forward to rehearsals Certified technicians from the Sully District Police Station will they’re so huge and full of energy.” and working with this cast. He especially likes the perform free, child safety carseat inspections Thursday, July 26, Nancy MacArthur Smith directs the singers and 15- song, “Chip on Your Shoulder,” which Emmett sings and Thursday, Aug. 9, from 5-8:30 p.m., at the station, 4900 piece orchestra, and Melanie Marie Gibson is the with Elle. “It shows their relationship and friendship Stonecroft Blvd. in Chantilly. No appointment is necessary. But choreographer. Chantilly grads Maggie Monk and blooming within that song,” said O’Reilly. residents should install the child safety seats themselves so tech- Chris Albrigo, currently studying theater at VCU and A member of Chantilly’s Touch of Class Show Choir, nicians may properly inspect and adjust them, as needed. NYU, respectively, mentored the newest actors in he called the music “fantastic. And the characters However, because of time constraints, only the first 35 vehicles workshops on makeup, movement, costumes, voice, have such terrific lines and complex relationships. arriving on each date will be inspected. That way, inspectors may etc. This show’s also got humor and lots of emotion — have enough time to properly instruct the caregiver on the cor- “It’s a fun show, and the audience will love the the whole shebang.” rect use of the child seat. Call 703-814-7000, ext. 5140, to con- story and songs,” said Producer Maggie Swan. “The Playing Warner’s Harvard girlfriend, Vivian firm dates and times. voices are fabulous, and we also have a couple plot Kensington, is Chantilly junior Amanda Mason. “She’s surprises.” Elle’s polar opposite — haughty, book-smart and rich, Playing the lead role of Elle is 2009 Westfield grad but intimidated by Elle’s girliness,” said Mason. “It’s WFCM Seeks Food, Volunteers Taylin Frame, now a senior studying vocal perfor- fun being mean because I get to be a completely dif- Western Fairfax Christian Ministries’ (WFCM) food pantry ur- mance at Olivet Nazarene University in Illinois. “Elle’s ferent person on stage. It feels empowering playing gently needs donations of oil (48 oz. or smaller); flour (2-5 lb. president of her sorority in college and is like a Malibu Vivian because she’s so strong and confident.” bag); sugar (2-5 lb. bag); rice (2 lb. bags); canned meats; salad Barbie; she’s everything girls dream of,” said Frame. Mason’s favorite number is “Legally Blonde Remix” dressing, jelly; jam; peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, Ramen “She’s dating Warner but, instead of proposing, he because “it’s the first time Vivian shows another side Noodles, canned fruit; canned beets, spinach, greens, and mixed breaks up with her because she’s not ‘serious enough’ of her. It’s a huge, ensemble number with 52 people vegetables; canned garbanzo, butter and northern beans; dry pasta for him.” and even an Irish dance in it — it’s awesome.” She Shocked, Elle follows him to Harvard law school said the audience will like the show’s energy and See Roundups, Page 7 to disprove him and get him back. “But she’s intelligent and finally comes to love herself, find her way See Legally Blonde, Page 7 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 ❖ 3 News Suspended Prison Sentence for Centreville Man

admitting guilt, but acknowledging the ex- In court, McClain said what took the of- middle- and high-school instrumental mu- Former Robinson band istence of enough evidence to convict him. fense “to another level is that [Cook] sug- sic in Maine for eight years. And in 1999, director must register He returned last Thursday, July 12, for sen- gested that he and the [‘teen’] act out the he received the Maine Distinguished Teach- tencing by Judge David Schell and received subject of their online conversations.” Fur- ing Award from Bowdoin College. At as sex offender. two years in prison, all suspended. thermore, said the prosecutor, “He chose a Robinson, he directed the high-school At the outset, Assistant Commonwealth’s profession that would place him around bands, including the Symphonic Band, Ad- Attorney Bob McClain explained the events minors — the very people who could be- vanced Band Concert 4, the Percussion En- By Bonnie Hobbs leading to Cook’s arrest. He said county come his victims.” semble and the Robinson Marching Rams. Centre View police Det. Nickolas Boffi was working Although the discretionary sentencing Until this incident, many people consid- online, acting in an undercover capacity as guidelines for Cook’s crime call for proba- ered Cook a model citizen. “There were 23 hen Michael Keith Cook was a 14-year-old boy, when Cook contacted tion, said McClain, “The commonwealth is letters of recommendation — character ref- sentenced last week for “the teen.” asking for incarceration.” erences written [to the judge] on his be- Wcomputer solicitation of a “The defendant solicited him and offered Walsh, however, asked Schell to give Cook half,” said Walsh. “They were written by child under age 15, he didn’t to meet and perform oral sex on what he probation, plus a sex-offender assessment. family members, co-workers, friends, pro- lose his freedom. But even before he set foot thought was a 14-year-old male,” said the He also noted that his client will be placed fessionals in other careers, parents of chil- in the courtroom, he’d already lost some- prosecutor. Boffi is with the Child Exploita- on the sex-offender registry — “which is dren he’s taught and parents whose chil- thing precious to him — his career as a tion Unit, and McClain said this type of sting punishment, in and of itself.” dren later won music scholarships — and school band director. is “a preemptory strike by police to weed “This offense took place over nine days they attribute that to Mr. Cook.” “They’ll never hire him again in a school out child predators.” and was carried out through IM chats and He said all these letters described Cook because he’s a convicted felon and because The conversations between Cook and the e-mails,” said Walsh. “There were no meet- as being honorable, decent, hardworking, he’ll be a registered sex offender,” said his detective occurred between July 19 and 27, ings. The detective attempted three times trustworthy and dependable. “He chose to attorney, Tom Walsh. “It’s also a loss for the 2011. Authorities say Cook, using a particu- to set one up, but the defendant declined. be a band teacher — not to surround him- community that he can no longer teach lar screen name, sent the “teen” a photo of It was just sexual conversations.” self with children — but because he’s good music.” his face and tried to meet with him. Via his Even though the detective told Cook he at it,” said Walsh. “He dealt with teachers A Centreville resident, Cook, 43 of Climb- Internet-service provider, police identified was just 14, said Walsh, “Boffi posted an ad and students and did very well, and this ing Rose Way, had been the band director the screen name as his, and Cook later ad- on craigslist on a site for males seeking incident didn’t take place in school.” at Robinson Secondary School for six years. mitted it. males, ages 18-27,” and that’s the ad to Walsh said a forensic psychologist evalu- Before then, he’d taught music at Stone, He was arrested and charged on Aug. 31, which Cook initially responded. Walsh also ated Cook and found him at “low risk of Carson and Robinson middle schools. But 2011, and the county school system imme- stressed that Cook turned himself in to the engaging in further sexual offenses. It’s not when he was arrested last August, it marked diately placed him on unpaid leave. Cook police. He was released from jail on Sept. a violent offense, just an unfortunate mis- the end of that part of his life. had been an FCPS employee since August 6, 2011, and has been on supervised release take.” On Feb. 28 in Fairfax County Circuit 1999 and Robinson’s band director since since then. Court, Cook entered an Alford plea, not 2006. Before moving to Virginia, Cook taught See Suspended Sentence, Page 5

4 ❖ Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News CHS Grad Ferraro Gives Back

From Page 2 thyroid cancer, said Ferraro, so Nikki’s foundation is partnering with the American Thyroid Association Cancer Facebook page and Twitter account, and the Thyroid Cancer Survivors Association. To- @bitemecancerorg. gether, they hope to fund a number of two-year grants Since she began BMC, Nikki said her doctors have of $50,000 each for thyroid-cancer research by become warmer and friendlier toward her. “They’re younger scientists. impressed, at her age, by what So Nikki created the slogan, she’s doing to help others,” said “$50K for 50K,” and — in addition Ferraro. “And they appreciate what to her teen support bags — she’s we’re doing with thyroid-cancer also trying to raise $50,000 for a awareness because it’s the fastest- Photo by grant to help the more than 50,000 growing cancer in the country.” Americans who’ll be diagnosed According to the American Can- with thyroid cancer this year. To-

cer Society, said Ferraro, “This Bonnie Hobbs ward that end, she’s doing two year, for the first time, over 56,000 fund-raisers: people in the U.S. are expected to * Wednesday, July 25, she’ll give be diagnosed with it. That’s a 17- a presentation during a 5:30-8:30 percent increase over last year. It’s p.m. networking event at Vapiano

more prevalent in women, but af- /Centre View restaurant, 1875 Explorer St., in fects all ages and genders.” the Reston Town Center. Cost is So she said the BMC Foundation $15/person. wants people to know about it and * Sunday, Aug. 12, from 11 a.m.- learn how to check for it. To do 2 p.m., will be “Take a Swing at so, she advises people to Google Cancer” at the Dulles Golf Center “self neck check” online. Said Chantilly High grad Nikki & Sports Park, 21593 Jesse Court Ferraro: “I believe we would have Ferraro. in the Dulles Town Center. Cost is caught Nikki’s cancer sooner if we $30, adults; $20, students 18 and knew what to look for.” under, plus college students with current IDs; and She said doctors don’t know exactly what causes $5, children under 5. The fun includes batting cages, thyroid cancer, but “it’s believed that the accumula- mini golf, beach-style volleyball and a driving range tion of radiation in a person’s body plays a part. So with automated teeing. people should be careful about exposure to radia- All in all, said Nikki, between the teen support bags tion. For example, when getting X-rays, they should and the fund-raising project, “It feels great. It makes ask for a neck guard to protect them.” what I went through worth it because I’m helping There’s not a great deal of research available on other people.” Suspended Sentence for Centreville Man

From Page 4 In addition, a DNA sample from Cook was to be taken for placement into Virginia’s data base of con- Before sentencing, Cook stood and addressed the victed felons. Schell further ordered him to undergo court. “I’ve been completely devastated by this,” he sex-offender evaluation and treatment and to add said. “But more important, so have my family, friends his name to the national, sex-offender registry. and colleagues and people who’ve supported me — Afterward, outside the courtroom, Walsh said Cook and it is to those people I sincerely apologize.” — who’s now working in the service industry — is Judge Schell then sentenced him to two years in “disappointed in his own actions and felt that he let prison, suspending all that time. He also placed Cook people down. It’s a sad case because I think the mu- on two years active probation and ordered him to have sic community has lost a very valuable asset. It was no unsupervised contact with children under 18. a poor mistake on his part and he recognizes it.” Business Notes From Page 2 Systems, Lareau founded a company which is 93 percent occupied, is located Competition Team was given the des- that successfully put one of the first PC- at 14518 Lee Road in Chantilly between ignation “Super Star Studio Award” for based LAN systems, which used e-mail Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy 50 to the having the highest score when the top and groupware, into the Sinai Hospital north and Willard Road to the south. five CDC*CT dance scores were added in Baltimore. Following the success of together. The team will travel to Na- The Sinai Hospital project, Lareau Suffolk Construction announced tionals in Myrtle Beach, S.C., in July to founded another company that focused that its Mid-Atlantic Region was se- compete for glory on a national stage. on medical billing, which ultimately led lected by INOVA Health System to build The Creative Dance Center Competi- him to partner with Peter Goltra of the new INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital tion Team consists of approximately 140 Medicomp Systems. Medical Office Building IV located in boys and girls ranging in age from 4 to Fairfax. Suffolk Construction Mid-Atlan- 18. The dancers compete regionally and Summer arrives in style at Fair Oaks tic was selected based on the company’s nationally in lyrical, jazz, tap, open, Mall, where four fashionable retailers award-winning national experience in musical theater and contemporary cat- are joining the center’s expanding healthcare construction combined with egories. lineup. ALDO and Francesca’s Col- a local team of professionals who are For more information, visit http:// lections have just opened, and Cotton committed to delivering the “Build www.cdcdance.com. On and Bauer’s Fashion Eyewear Smart” approach to healthcare construc- will debut in July in the area’s premier tion management. David Lareau has been named chief shopping destination. executive officer of Medicomp Systems RG Group, a distribution company, of Chantilly. Lareau has been with the Strategic Storage Trust, Inc. has opened its new Instrumentation company since 1995 as the chief oper- (SSTI), a publicly registered non-traded Solution Center branch location in ating officer responsible for operations, REIT targeting the self-storage market, Chantilly. The ISC is located at 14301 product management, and business de- has purchased an 870-unit self-storage Sully Field Circle, Suite A, Chantilly. velopment. Before joining Medicomp property in Chantilly. The property, Visit www.rg-group.com. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 ❖ 5 Opinion

SOUTHERN EDITION Leaving Millions on the Table www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Newspaper of Centreville ceive health insurance from Medicaid; 74 per- Little Rocky Run Virginia should embrace opportunity for more cent of these are children, 5 percent are preg- A Connection Newspaper health care coverage for poor residents. nant, 6 percent are poor adults, with the rest An independent, locally owned weekly elderly residents and people with disabilities. newspaper delivered hances are that if you are reading The state’s refusal to be included in the pro- Surovell reports the largest number of Medic- to homes and businesses. Published by this, you have employer-provided gram would deny health insurance coverage aid births at any hospital in Virginia occurs at Local Media Connection LLC health insurance. While you might to a quarter-million Virginians, said U.S. Rep. Fairfax INOVA Hospital. The 44th District has C 1606 King Street worry about the young adults in Gerry Connolly and others in urging McDonnell a higher percentage of uninsured individuals Alexandria, Virginia 22314 your family or the lower wage workers in your to accept the expanded coverage. compared with the rest of Fairfax County. organization, you also know that if you are sick, Medical care for uninsured Virginian adds Surovell argues that his district desperately Free digital edition delivered to your email box. Go to you can go to the doctor. up to $1.65 billion a year in uncompensated needs the help that would come with the ex- connectionnewspapers.com/subscribe Incredibly, 144,873 residents of Fairfax costs. Medicare expansion pansion of Medicaid and other provisions un- County have no health insurance. That’s more would help reduce that by $860 der the new law. Editorial NEWS DEPARTMENT: than 13 percent of the slightly more than 1 mil- million per year, according to Here is how he explains the mechanism: To discuss ideas and concerns, lion people who live in the wealthiest county in the Virginia Health Reform Ini- Health insurance reform would expand cover- Call: 703-778-9410 the nation. Household income in Fairfax County tiative Advisory Council. age by two means. First, if states expand their e-mail: [email protected] averages more than $122,000 a year. Virginia stands to lose more than $9.2 bil- Medicaid programs to all individuals at 133 Under the health care reform act, many of lion in federal funds over the first five years of percent of Federal Poverty Level, the federal Steven Mauren Virginia’s uninsured residents could be covered the new law if it opts out of the provision that government picks up 100 percent of the cost Editor, 703-778-9415 by an expansion of Medicaid that would be expands Medicaid to individuals and families in 2014-2016, and 90 percent after 2020. Sec- [email protected] paid for almost entirely by federal funds. But with incomes up to 133 percent of the poverty ond, states are required to set up healthcare while the reform act itself was upheld by the level, $14,856 for an individual; $30,656 for exchanges to make more affordable health in- Bonnie Hobbs U.S. Supreme Court, the court also opened a a family of four, Connolly said. surance available for individuals without em- Community Reporter, 703-778-9438 door for states to opt out of the expansion of A revealing look at the possible local role of ployer health insurance benefits, and individu- [email protected] Medicaid. the health care reform act appears in this als with incomes between 100-400 percent of From a practical perspective, declining fed- week’s Mount Vernon Gazette, written by Del. the federal poverty level receive a tax credit to eral money to provide healthcare to uninsured Scott Surovell (D-44). help with the cost. Coverage was also expanded ADVERTISING: For advertising information Virginians makes no more sense than declin- Surovell represents a district of 80,000 resi- by banning coverage denials based on pre-ex- e-mail: ing federal funds for transportation because dents with stark differences between wealthy isting conditions and requiring companies to [email protected] you don’t like the feds telling you to wear your and poor in Fairfax County. The Mount Vernon cover college students through age 26. Karen Washburn seatbelt. area district is tied for the highest percentage Display Advertising, 703-778-9422 But Gov. Bob McDonnell says expanding of Medicaid beneficiaries in Fairfax County. — Mary Kimm, [email protected] [email protected] Medicaid is a terrible idea. One in seven people in the 44th District re- Janis Swanson Display Advertising, 703-778-9423 Letters to the Editor [email protected] Andrea Smith out accepting compensation. lem solver into the White House. Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 Service Despite Turn-around Let a “turnaround guy” turn the Tammie Ashley [email protected] nation around. Put a proven prob- Chantilly Lack of Power Expert Needed Debbie Funk National Sales To the Editor: To the Editor: 703-778-9444 I wanted to write and let the I am supporting Mitt Romney [email protected] community know of the excellent this Fall for president. I believe we customer service that the Sears need a problem solver in the White Editor & Publisher Appliance & Hardware Store at House and he has demonstrated Mary Kimm the Franklin Farm location in that he is. 703-778-9433 [email protected] Herndon gave on Saturday, June Mitt Romney developed prob- @MaryKimm 30. lem-solving skills early in life. He Executive Vice President As a result from the devastat- wanted to be successful. The so- Jerry Vernon ing storms the night before, Sears lution? Earn a degree. He gradu- [email protected] was without power the entire ated with high honors from BYU, Editor in Chief day and yet they decided to re- and earned a J.D/M.B.A. from Steven Mauren main open to help the commu- Harvard. Managing Editor nity in need. The manager and Romney’s career path required Kemal Kurspahic Photography: the employees set up a table out him to take his problem-solving Deb Cobb, Louise Krafft, front and escorted customers skills to new levels. He found fail- Craig Sterbutzel one by one through the store by ing companies, and turned them Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly flashlight. Many customers also around with a nearly 80 percent Production Manager: had no power and they were re- success rate. Staples is one ex- Jean Card lieved to be able to purchase ample. Geovani Flores generators, chain saws, batter- The 2002 SLC Winter Olympics Special Assistant to the Publisher ies etc. to help them through was in trouble. The planning com- Pesce, Hobeck Wed Jeanne Theismann Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Pesce of Oak Hill are pleased 703-778-9436 their own crisis. It’s great to know mittee approached a vetted prob- [email protected] that people can count on Sears lem solver. Mitt took charge, fixed to announce the marriage of their son Francis to @TheismannMedia to be there for people when we things, and gave America some- Andrea, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hobeck of Ruckersville, Va. The wedding was held at the really need them. Their efforts thing to celebrate. CIRCULATION: 703-778-9426 are very much appreciated. As governor of Massachusetts, Fairview Christian Church in Hood, Va. on May 26, Circulation Manager: Thank you to a wonderful team Romney had lunch Thursdays with 2012. An outdoor reception followed at the home of Linda Pecquex [email protected] at Sears. legislators. He created a rapport the bride’s parents. The couple graduated from VA and changes began. Romney took Tech in 2011 and 2012. They reside in Salem, Va. with their golden retriever pup, Lexi . Leslie Jeanne Brege Massachusetts out of the red and A Connection Newspaper Centerville into the black. And he served with-

6 ❖ Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Roundups From Page 3 and beans, pancake mix and syrup; hot and cold cereal and coffee. In addition, the ‘Legally Blonde’ Food Pantry would appreci- From Page 3 ate fresh produce from local intense song-and-dance numbers. “It gets you excited gardens. to be there,” said Mason. “They’ll also like the mes- Also needed are laundry de- sage, ‘Don’t judge a book by its cover.’” tergent, toothpaste, shampoo, Cathy Arnold, of Chantilly’s Franklin Glen com- toilet paper and baby wipes. munity, portrays Paulette, owner of the salon Elle WFCM clients are also in great frequents. “Paulette has low self-esteem because she’s need of gasoline cards. been pushed around by her ex,” said Arnold. “But Bring all items to WFCM’S she’s sweet and lovable and, as she and Elle become food pantry at 13981 good friends, Elle helps her gain some self-respect.” Metrotech Drive (near Back- She loves her part because Paulette has a Boston yard Grill and Bar) in Chantilly. accent — “which is a challenge for the Southern, Volunteers are also needed: Georgia peach in me,” said Arnold. “Paulette’s down- Thrift store: Volunteers to-earth and tells it like it is, and she’s sassy. Arnold are needed Tuesdays, Thurs- likes the song, “Ireland,” best because “Paulette’s days, Fridays and Saturdays, telling Elle her life story, and you get a feel for what from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., to re- Paulette’s looking for in life.” ceive donations. Contact Vol- Arnold said the audience will love how this show unteer Manager Annette

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hile many are still basking in the lazy days Wof summer, Anna Faust is planning her 5- year-old son’s after-school activity schedule for the fall. On his agenda: baseball, soccer, gym- Diane at (703) 507-9224 nastics and tennis lessons. Marcy at 1-800-888-9040 (Toll Free) “My plan is to expose him to as many activities as Instructor Matthew Gehlhoff leads stu- or e-mail us at [email protected] possible and hope that he chooses one and excels,” dents at St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School said Faust. “Sometimes, though I can’t tell if he’s in an after-school fencing class. going along happily because all of his friends are doing it or because he really likes it.” Fairfax Community Health Care Network in Reston, Child development experts say deciding which and Falls Church and Alexandria, in an email. how many extracurricular activities are best for chil- While older children are able to express an opin- dren is a dilemma many parents face. Factors such ion about activities, younger children might need as expense and time can make the process a delicate more guidance. “If a child has a strength or interest balancing act. we can build on that,” said Leichtweis. “If parents If a child wants to join a traveling hockey team, notice that a child has a gift for piano or soccer, they For a free digital subscription to one or all how does a parent know if his or her desire to play should encourage it.” of the 15 Connection Newspapers, go to matches the necessary investment of pricey equip- One pitfall, say experts, is following the pack. “Par- ment? Should a parent coax a reluctant child into ents get pulled into activities because they think ev- www.connectionnews papers.com/subscribe taking piano lessons hoping to transform an unwill- erybody else is doing it. Before you know it, those Complete digital replica of the print edition, including ing tot into a musical prodigy? And how much is too activities pile up and can be stressful,” said McLean much when it comes to hobbies? Local child devel- resident Michele Garofalo, EdD, assistant chair, De- photos and ads, delivered weekly to your e-mail box. opment experts say the answers vary on a case-by- partment of Counseling and associate professor of Questions? E-mail: goinggreen case basis. psychology at Marymount University in Arlington. “The key to balancing one’s schedule between How does a parent know if a child is @connectionnewspapers.com school work, extracurricular interests, family and overscheduled? “Some kids are OK with a lot of ac- friends is reached not so much by seeing these goods tivities,” said Leichtweis. “But if there is a change in as necessarily in competition, but rather in seeing behavior, their grades slip, they’re not getting enough all of the time that we have been given as a great rest and they’re in eight different activities, then it is treasure that we have to use in the best possible way,” time to make a change.” said Michael Moynihan, Upper School Head of The Experts say there are warning signs that a parent Heights School in Potomac. might be pushing a child too hard. “When a child Extracurricular activities are an important part of says ‘I don’t want to go to this activity’ or ‘I don’t like a child’s development, and finding the right fit is the kids there’ or if they are pouting or agitated when worth the effort. “They expose children to a variety it’s time to go, those are signals that they need a of experiences and peers. For older children, they change,” said Garofalo. “If extracurricular activities are a venue for healthy social interaction as opposed are fun and kids enjoy them, they can build a child’s to participating in undesirable behavior,” said Rich self-esteem and give them a place to shine, and chil- Leichtweis, PhD, senior director of the Inova Kellar dren need a place to shine.” Center in Fairfax. “Parents can set limits and help kids prioritize. We Assessing a true attraction to an activity versus a can listen to the kids, but it’s our responsibility to set passing fancy can be tricky. “Parents should first ask limits,” said Leichtweis. their children what they might be interested in be- Finally, experts say encourage activities that chil- fore signing them up, and they should be careful in dren can continue into adulthood like swimming, monitoring how their children continue to feel about hiking or running. “With extracurricular activities, participating in these activities,” wrote Chantilly resi- what we’re doing is setting a foundation for life,” dent Maria Londono, a mental health therapist for said Leichtweis.

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Romney supporters stand along Union Mill Road outside President Obama’s campaign rally at Centreville High. Herrity, Hugo Respond to Obama From Page 1 ians and on Virginia small businesses that are the ing are a direct result of his failure to work across backbone of our economy.” the aisle and craft real solutions for America. North- “President Obama’s $1.5 trillion of tax increases ern Virginians cannot afford four more years of failed will bring our nation’s fragile economy to a screech- leadership, divisiveness and tax hikes.” ing halt,” continued Hugo. “Only by electing Gover- When asked by a [TV] reporter about Bain Capi- nor Romney as president will this nation stand any tal, Herrity replied, “It’s not about Bain Capital — chance of restoring people’s belief in the American it’s about 8.2 percent unemployment, tax hikes on Dream — if they work hard, they can succeed.” our hardworking small businesses and residents, Otherwise, said Hugo, “These are the people who destruction of our healthcare system and a failed will take it on the chin with Obama’s tax increases. presidency.” These are the job-producers, the dual-income fami- OPEN HOUSES As for Hugo, he said, “It is unfortunate that during lies. This is Ground Zero for the Obama tax in- SATURDAY/SUNDAY, JULY 21 & 22 President Obama’s visit to Centreville High School, creases.” When you visit one of these Open Houses, tell the Realtor you saw it in this located in the heart of my district, he has chosen to Connection Newspaper. For more real estate listings and open houses, visit speak of raising taxes on my constituents, on Virgin- — Bonnie Hobbs www.ConnectionNewspapers.com and click on the “This Week in Real Estate” link. Call Specific Agents to Confirm Dates & Times Annandale Campaign Stop 3719 Lockwood Ln...... $459,000...... Sun 1-4...... Deb Gorham.....Long & Foster..703-581-9005 From Page 8 Chantilly to strengthen the housing market 25746 Rawley Springs Dr..$599,888...... Sun 1-4.....Manuel Bustamante....Keller Williams..703-963-6070 so people can save money by refi- 42344 Astors Beachwood..$875,000...... Sun 1-4...... Chris Pezzana...... Weichert..703-447-1662 nancing their homes. “My oppo- Clifton 13300 Compton Rd...... $559,000...... Sun 2-4...... Marsha Wolber.....Long & Foster..703-618-4397

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White Division this year in the Colonial Swim League Photo by after an undefeated season in the Blue Division. In medal, everyone returned with a tremendous amount of experi- addition to some impressive wins, there have been ence and growth. Out of 13 athletes, Peak Performance had six several pool records broken. athletes who made the top four and will be invited to compete at The 8 & under girls’ medley relay consisting of Katie Karen Connell the U.S. team trials in Florida in September for a position on the Latham, Amy Waters, Miranda Schuman and AAU U.S. Junior and Cadet Team. They are: Andrew Snow, Tay- Katherine Richer broke the pool record by three sec- lor Jones, Quang Pham, Celine Prenatt, Norman Warner and Emily onds with a time of 1:33.53 for a 100-meter swim. Kaii-Ziegler. If an athlete makes the team, the athlete will get to The 15-18 girls’ relay team of Sami Lull, Emma compete internationally. Tentatively, the AAU U.S. Junior/Cadet Richer, Shannon Darroch and Kelsey Young broke team will compete in Europe early next year, either at the Ger- the pool record and then broke it again by three sec- Ryan Allain competes for the Franklin man or Spain Open. onds in the next meet. Ryan Allain now holds the Glen Gators swim team. Additionally, Snow, a 14-17 male black belt middle weight, is pool records in free, back and breaststrokes. Emma the 2012 USAT silver medalist. Chelsea Jenkins, a 14-17 female Richer (17) broke her own record in breaststroke The 9-10 boys’ medley relay team also took first red belt, is a 2012 gold medalist. from last year, as did the 13-14 boys’ medley relay place at the relay carnival, defeating relay teams from team. 20 other pools. The team of Cameron Goodloe, Ryan The 13-14 boys’ medley relay team consists of Bracewell, Nico Silva and Jack Connell swam a Allain, Arthur Richer, Liam Darroch and Connor 1:11.33 for the 100-yard swim. The Gators hope to Clendenin. This team of boys took first place on Sun- earn another win this season when they swim the day in the Colonial League Relay Carnival at Burke Center Stingers this Saturday.

Photo Contributed Sugarland Run pool with a time of 1:54.87 for a 200- yard swim. — Karen Connell

Sequoia Farms Has a Busy Week Photo Contributed Pictured are Sully Station II’s graduating seniors, from Well, if you needed something left: Jen Byrne, Cari Schumann, Coach Scott Brown, to do this week and you were a Andrew Kwon, Nick Campbell and Coach Katie O’Brien. member of the Sequoia Farms swim team, you certainly were in luck. There was the “IM Tough” Sully Station II Piranhas Set Records meet on Monday, the “Tri-Meet” on The Sully Station II Piranhas had with Sully II hosting their last Wednesday, the “Dual Meet” on a busy week of swimming, high- home meet of the season on Sat- Saturday, then the “Relay Carni- lighted by four record-breaking urday, July 14 against Wakefield val” on Sunday. Or, as many fami- performances at the 2012 Divi- Chapel. Swimmers posted 34 per- lies in Northern Virginia might say Hannah Clardy, Sophia Sobieski, Kate Croxton and sional Relay Carnival on Wednes- sonal-best times and turned in during this time of year, “it was all Caroline Santilli at the Colonial League Relay Carnival. day, July 11. The 9-10 girls’ med- strong performances, led by swimming — all the time.” ley squad of Faith Alston, Taylor double event winners Harrison The “IM Tough” meet at As with most tri-meets, swimmers and parents were Smith, Delaney Kennedy and Saint Germain in free (18.05) and Chantilly Highlands gave swimmers the chance to packed to the ceiling as noise and a bit of uncer- Daeun Lee lowered their record breaststroke (26.38) and Stamper test their times against some of the league’s best, in tainty ruled the day. Times were recorded and im- from earlier in the summer to in free (31.63) and breaststroke one of the few opportunities to swim the individual provements were made as the Stingrays approached 1:16.53. The fearsome foursome (39.80). Nick Campbell also se- medley with a fresh start (without having to first the midpoint of the week. of Carli Molano, Erin Schulte, cured two victories in free (26.10) swim an entire dual meet). The Stingrays had some When Saturday arrived, the Sequoia Farms Stin- Madisyn Graham and Kenzie and back (30.28), leading a sweep outstanding performances here with Adam Bechtol, grays were craving a day in their own pool, but it Elliott broke both the 15-18 girls’ in that event with teammates Ryan Bechtol and Diego Cromwell representing the wasn’t to be. The Stingrays traveled to Manorgate to relay records with times of 2:12.46 Austen Bundy (32.49) and Kevin team in the boys’ 8U IM. For the girls in the 8U, it face a large team, which has been having its own in the medley and 1:58.85 in the Jiang (33.27). was Diane Sellars and Lillianne Fish. Going for the struggles putting a dual meet win on the board. The freestyle. The 15-18 boys followed First-place finishes were also 10U boys were Travis Blee, Andrew Watson, Connor Marlins have been in some tight meets, but man- suit and closed the meet out with turned in by freestylers Kennedy Croxton and Avery Harris. The 10U girls included aged a pretty convincing win against Sequoia. a new free record time of 1:49.49 (36.91) and Elliott (30.89), Sydney Loper, Lucy Blazquez, Brooke Williams, Julia But, as always, there were flashes of brilliance on by Ben Wu, Kevin Jiang, Austen backstrokers Caitlin Campbell Barrett and Sydney Fish. Ryan Morris represented the part of the Stingrays. Sequoia swimmers with at Bundy and Nick Campbell. (37.13) and Graham (35.21), the 12U boys. The 12U girls were Molly Hamer and least one first place finish were: Brian Chapman, Ian Seven Piranha relay teams were breaststroker Dasom Lee (42.63), Kate Croxton. Croxton dominated the field in her Clardy, Diego Cromwell, Kate Croxton, Avery Har- under the projected All-Star cut and fly master Austen Bundy age group and was almost four seconds ahead of her ris, Sydney Loper, Bobby Nevarez, Carlo Paraggio, and four ultimately made the (29.75). nearest competitor. In the boys’ 14U IM, the Sequoia’s Caroline Santilli, Diane Sellars, Russ Steinhilber, Will NVSL All-Star Relay Carnival held Sully II honored their five gradu- lone star was Brice Harris. In the 14U girls’ event, Steinhilber and Samuel Williams. on July 18. The 9-10 girls were ating seniors — Jen Byrne, Cari the Stingrays were well represented by Kelsey Hamer, By the time Sunday finally rolled around it was seeded ninth in the medley, the 15- Schumann, Andrew Kwon, Carli Nicole Williams, Lauren Chin and Julia Hilburger. In time to saddle up again and travel to the Colonial 18 girls were seeded 12th in the Molano, and Nick Campbell — the final event of the evening, it was Jessie Heise League “Relay Carnival.” While Sequoia Farms medley and 14th in the free, and with a new Piranha Pass where and Olivia Swientisky who competed in the 18U girls’ couldn’t reach the winner’s circle as the overall cham- the 11-12 girls were seeded 17th each swimmer entered a high five IM. pion in any event, within their own (Blue) Division in the free. That squad is com- tunnel composed of teammates The next thing you know, it’s a sultry Wednesday the Stingrays came up with these first place finishes: posed of swimmers Lily Harkes, and parents. evening at the Chase Club pool. Here, Sequoia joined boys’ 8U 100 medley (Blaine Harsh, James Williams, Karenna Hall, Lauren Peters and Sully II will face Lakevale Es- with the Barrington Blue Fins as they and the host Diego Cromwell, Liam Santilli) and mixed 9-10 200 Georgia Stamper. tates in their last dual meet of the Sharks participated in a “Developmental Tri-Meet.” free (Travis Blee, Caroline Santilli, Sydney Loper, The exciting week continued season on July 21. 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Bonnie Hobbs Be Damned By KENNETH B. LOURIE If only it were as easy to actually live it as it is to write it. As much as I believe what I write, it’s still difficult to ignore certain facts / Centre View (“the underlying diagnosis,” as I often refer to my diagnosis) and the feelings associated with it. Although I’m very good at pretend- ing and ignoring and making light/poking fun at my “circumstances,” there is a certain reality to consider. Aside from my never Thelma Bowles of Fair having pitched at Fenway Park for my Oaks is happy to hear hometown Boston Red Sox, I’m probably not getting any younger and apparently, not the president speak. likely to get as old as either of my parents were when they died, ages 86 and 87. Photo by The challenge then, looking forward, is making the best of a bad situation – which is my nature. So on paper, the plan should work, and mostly it does. But occasionally – Deb Cobb and more so now (40 months post-diagnosis) than ever, there is some seepage; emo- tions take hold and all the rational, self- help-type pep talks I give myself fall on deaf

/ Centre View ears; I’m listening, but it’s hard to hear. As much as I’d like to mind my own business – literally, and steer clear of all this cancer stuff, sometimes I can’t. And though I never feel sorry for myself, I do feel a little unmoti- vated, a bit lethargic and somewhat apa- Area residents take pictures with the President. thetic. Tasks which once were priorities are now relegated. Maybe not to the dustbin, but low on the totem pole so that I don’t even know where the totem pole is, figura- Residents Flock to CVHS to Hear Obama tively speaking. But as I’m always myself saying: I have bigger problems, so who From Page 1 And, he added, “Hopefully, with the changes process. Saying he shares the same views cares? I do, or rather I should, but changing the in Congress, this time around he can get for this country as Obama does, Carpenter course of my most recent history, admirable SPORTING A T-SHIRT with several pic- something done, other than executive or- said, “This will be a critical election. The and desirable though it may be, may in turn tures of Obama on it, Centreville High fresh- ders.” president’s trying hard to help the ones be creating stresses and unrealistic demands man Miles Brooks didn’t mind the long wait But if Republican candidate Mitt Romney who’ve not been able to get help before. that are counter-productive to who I am outside. “It’s worth it to see the first black becomes president, said Burgess, “My great- The Democrats tend to have more of those and who I want to be. My circumstances/ president of the United States,” he said. “So est fear is that our country will just go to values that I strongly support.” situation/prognosis is bad enough on its far, he’s done a good job running this coun- hell in a hand basket. I fear it’ll spread the He, too, said jobs and the economy are own; I don’t need to make it any worse. There’s a fine line between accepting try, trying to keep it together.” two extremes even more; and more people the crucial issues in this election. “It’s not your circumstances (you’ll note I didn’t say Agreeing, Virginia Run’s Gay Crosby — will drop out from the middle class into the just about Obama getting elected,” said fate) and not giving into them. On the one whose son Jason teaches history at lower class and we’ll be headed for another Carpenter. “It’s about people of like mind hand, it’s knowing your limitations (so as to Centreville High — said Obama “doesn’t get calamity.” also getting into office and being able to not make matters worse); on the other, it’s enough credit” for all the good things move his agenda forward.” doing what makes you happy. Because he’s done. “I’ve been involved in poli- being diagnosed with stage IV (inope- tics all my life, working on different ALSO WAITING IN LINE was Sh- rable/terminal) is all it’s cracked up to be. campaigns,” she said. “But this is the “I don’t think Romney cares annon Mancini of Clifton’s Union Finding a way, mentally, to navigate through the slings and arrows of this outrageous mis- most important election in my life- about people’s needs.” Mill community. “I think the fortune (to turn a phrase inside out) is the time — because it’s to save the president’s done a great job, these order of the day. To be a survivor, one has middle class. It keeps going down, — Shannon Mancini, Union Mill resident past four years, with the economy to have a certain ability to not take person- along with the salaries.” and health care, and I want to see ally that which is happening to your person. Thelma Bowles of Fair Oaks is an Obama Also looking forward to hearing Obama him continue for four more,” she said. “All Moreover, the challenge is finding a balance campaign volunteer, but she was there last speak was Ed Neugass, 68, of Herndon. around, I think he’s brought unity to this between living for yourself, living for others, Saturday, July 14, as a resident and a sup- “This’ll be the first president I’ve seen in country.” living for today and living for tomorrow (very much easier written than actually porter. “I am in — and I was in 2008, too,” person,” he said. “I think he knows who we If Romney’s elected, said Mancini, “I fear accomplished). she said. “I like the kind of man he is — are — we have each other’s back — which that we’ll go deeper into deficit and women Cancer is insidious. It affects you physi- honorable and intelligent, and someone is to say we’re connected.” And like Bowles, won’t have the rights they deserve. I think cally for sure, but at least for me, emotion- who can talk to all kinds of people. He’s he said the big issue is “getting past Repub- this country will just break apart. I don’t ally even more. Generally speaking, the also a good, family man.” lican blocking on the economy and jobs.” think Romney cares about people’s needs.” treatments are about the physical (tumors) She said Obama’s worked hard to get Regarding Romney, Neugass said, “He has Volunteers frequently passed out cold manifestations of the disease. The men- things accomplished for the country, but “a a great problem with the truth, so I’m fear- water to the people standing in line in tal/emotional effects are less obvious and not usually indicated on any of the diagnos- broken Congress has blocked him from ful people will rely on what he says and we’ll Saturday’s summer heat. And now and then, tic scans oncologists recommend. achieving all the things he promised us. But suffer as a result. People will lose their jobs a campaign worker shouted, “Fire up!” Interpreting a scan is one thing; reading a in a second term — which he will get — I and houses and will be pitted against each through a bullhorn, while Obama support- patients’ mind quite another. No one said do believe he’ll come from a different place other. I’m also concerned that the regula- ers responded, “Ready to go!” this cancer experience was going to be and push through the things he wasn’t able tors of our banks will not regulate, and the The only discordant note for them came easy; in fact, a close friend, Lynne (a cancer to before.” greedy people within them will figure out from the vocal Romney backers standing survivor herself) said to me: “This is going to Fairfax’s Paul Burgess wanted “to see and a way to bring down our banking system across from the school. But even their words be the toughest thing you’ve ever done.” And of course, she was right. Unfortunately, support the president in any way I can. I again.” and presence couldn’t dampen this crowd’s the experience hasn’t made it any easier. took off work early, Thursday, and stood in Troy Carpenter of Centreville’s Centre enthusiasm. When Romney supporters Familiar? Yes. Manageable? Mostly. In con- line for two-and-a-half hours to get tickets.” Ridge community wanted his children, 16 yelled, “Repeal Obamacare,” those in line trol? Not so much. He said the economy and jobs are the most and 12, to see their president and learn to see the president shouted back, “Four Kenny Lourie is an Advertising Representative for important issues in the upcoming election. what it’s like to be involved in the political more years!” The Potomac Almanac & The Connection Newspapers. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Centre View South ❖ July 19-25, 2012 ❖ 15 Entertainment

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