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North Ward School students, Waynesburg. Circa 1915. FIRST ROW: Ellis Stephens, Jasper Dulaney Jacobs, Wilbur King, James Ross, Odell Cooper, Herbert Grandon, Allen Hudson, Fred Morris, Charles Barnes Wisecarver (1907-1994), Roy Hench, Robert Staggers. SECOND ROW: Edith Rice, Catherine Cunningham, Mary Parker, Edna Louise High, Marie Thomas, Nasema (Howard) Crouse (1906-1977), Mary Wilbur, Grace Rinehart (1907-1999), Dorothy Guthrie, Sara (Ely) Knox, Pearle Dembo. THIRD ROW: Abigail (Hoge) Hamilton, Sarah Evalyn (Closser) Loughman, Mildred Elizabeth (Finch) Wilkerson (1905-1993), Lillian Scott, Elizabeth Tuttle, Lillian (Rinehart) Hughes, Harvey Fonner, Harold Moore, Robert Bradley, Richard Rinehart Hatfield (1906-1980), Thomas Stewart. BACK ROW: Esther Acklin, Florence Goodstien, Ruth Brock, Martha (Call) Labin, Elizabeth Faddis, Katharine Ganiear, Frances Patterson, Cecilia Omlor, Ruth Constance (Crago) Ovenshine (1907-1970), Helen Morris, Virginia Kimbel. “Take Me Back” by Candice Buchanan ([email protected]), is sponsored by: Pollock Morris LLC • 54 South Washington St in Waynesburg, PA • (724-627-6156) PAGE 2–www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016 Contact GreeneSpeak’s Publisher: 724-344-7980

Greene Themes was acquitted of her murder and later moved Remnants of the past to Greene County where he lived in Whiteley 20th Annual Ice Plant Car Show, Greensboro By Darlene Haring Township near Jack Hollow. At a barn raising in [email protected] that township some men placed a log several feet beyond the others. The rumor was that the Just west of Live Easy, close to Paisley, in a extended log was to be used to hang Phil, who ravine below the road to McCann’s Ferry, is a was in attendance. Phil got wind of the plan and petroglyph; an arrow was carved on a rock at a ran away. That log stayed in its extended position spring. Perhaps a Native American carved it cen- for several years, a reminder of Polly’s senseless turies ago. In Springhill Township were pictured death and man’s eternal quest for vengeance. rocks near a church at Fish Creek. (Waychoff) (Waychoff) The Great Catawba War Path passes through In 1928 William McNurlin climbed to the top Greene County as the Warrior Trail. A monument of a hickory tree and gathered the branches stands on Brown’s Hill where Mason and Dixon together to form a platform. He preached a were forced to temporarily stop their survey thundering sermon from his platform pulpit. For due to Native American discontent. A stone, no many years those branches stayed together, a longer there, bearing an imprint of a turkey’s foot theological tribute to Mr. McNurlin. (Hanna) resided there, with a dubious past. Did George Some unusual natural occurrences happened Washington make the carving as an arrow point- annually in Greene County. A million mountain ing the way to the troops? Or did Native Ameri- pigeons came through here every spring from cans carve it? (Turkeyfoot Rock—Lost Legend) the east to feeding grounds out west. In the BEST OF SHOW - TRUCK Years ago Samuel Crouse’s farm was known mid-19th century the wild Tuckahoe Potato as “Old Indian Town.” Several artifacts were grew up every year in the Muddy Creek area Tony Wroble, Masontown, found there: wood ashes and charcoal marking on land that had never been plowed. An inter- 1950 Chevy Pick-up the outline of a circle; a skeleton of an infant esting occurrence happened 1 ½ miles east under a stone, possibly indicating a necropolis; of Carmichaels: Thomas Crago was murdered pottery shards and arrowheads; stone axes and by Native Americans and was buried on the mussel shells. (Evans) spot by friends. Every spring following Thomas’ Thomas Slater, who owned the land that death, potatoes grew on his grave, suggesting became Waynesburg, built a cabin near Smith that he had potatoes in his pocket when he Creek in the 1770s. Long after the cabin was was buried. (Waychoff) gone, the flowering Bouncing Betties appeared Just before Green Mount Cemetery are each spring to remind residents of the location of steps leading, perhaps, to the first AME the first cabin in Waynesburg. (Evans) Church, which stood on land donated by Sometimes, instead of tearing down an old Albert Baker. The building itself burned down cabin, people built houses over the cabins. On in 1936. (Bill Davison’s collection). Frag- Route 218, on the way to Spraggs, is a house ments of the double bridge abutment, built in built over a cabin. On Pratt Hill on the Jefferson 1930, remained for many years in Morrisville. Road stood the Round School House; built Segments of a would-be trolley line can still before free schools in memory of Jacob Sellers, be seen close to Pickensville. In a yard on it was still used after the Civil War. (Waychoff) White’s Ridge is a stone with a hole in it, The White Rocks, in Fayette County, where presumably used as a corn-grinding stone BEST OF SHOW – CAR Polly Williams died in 1810, can be seen from decades ago; the corn was probably used for Greene County hills. Polly’s fiancé, Phil Rogers, mush. Fred Lake, Uniontown 1967 Chevy Camaro

Additional Car Show winners: the Library! • Most Original - Harold Bier, 1977 Ford Maverick, . @ • Oldest - George Radish, 1923 Ford Model T, Star City, WV. Need a library card? • Longest Distance - Edward & Ashley Begovich, 1947 American LaFrance, Myrtle Beach SC. The month of September is National • Ice Plant Kid’s Choice - Eric Burwell, 1949 American LaFrance, Mather. Library Card Sign-Up Month. It is a time • Jerry Dorsey, Jr. Memorial - Terry Morgan, 1960 Chevy Belair, South Park. to remind everyone that public libraries are • Bobby Gaynor Memorial - Jim Patitucci, 1973 Chevy Corvette, McClellandtown. still here, still relevant, and here to help. It • Participant’s Choice - Frank Miller, 1972 Chevy El Camino SS, Fayette City. also means back to school! Parents are usu- databases and online resources provided by • Spectators’ Choice - Nick & Terri Garcia, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500, Masontown. ally ready for school to be back in session; the library. These resources are subject spe- after all, if you were to hear “I’m bored” one cific and geared towards finding the informa- more time… tion you need. But then you remember what comes Your library card also gives you access to next…homework, homework and more ’s Electronic Library: POWER homework. And let’s not forget projects to (powerlibrary.org). POWER provides free build, people to research, and math prob- access to newspapers, magazines, journals, lems you have no idea how to solve! image databases, STEM resources, resources Although we can’t change that the project for very young readers, and eBooks. is due “TOMORROW!” public libraries “Chat with a Librarian”, which is also part can help your student (of any age) find the of POWER, gives you 24/7 access to a librar- credible resources they need to complete ian and is a quick way to get answers to your their project (whether in print or online). reference questions. A great way to start off the new school That is a lot of access for just one little card! year is by visiting a public library and reg- And, since it is FREE what do you have to istering for a library card. Yes, library cards lose?! are free, but like every other organization you do business with; we need to know See you @ the Library! who you are, where you live, and how to –M. Tanner, Librarian, www.waggin.org contact you. [Editor’s note: If you are reading this Once you have a library card, not only after the month of September, you can will you be able to visit and borrow from sign up for a free library card any time of the public library, but also have access to the year during library business hours]. For updates, visit the GreeneSpeak Facebook Page! www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016–PAGE 3 Mobile Medial Unit offering family GreeneSpeak • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES OF planning, women’s health services SWPA. 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1,000-Gallon Water & Bobtown Back to School Bash, held Aug. 21, was a success, according to Bobtown Septic Tanks United Methodist Church member Kitty Friend, who said, “It was a rainy morning here that day, but the sunshine came out just in time for our Back to School Bash sponsored •Wire Mesh •Rebar by the church and supported by numerous businesses and individuals.” About 200 par- Sand •Gravel ents and students of the Southeastern Greene School District attended the bash, which included a picnic, games, and balloon release. Each child took home a kit full of school •Bag Concrete & Mortar supplies. (Photos courtesy of Kelly Wilkins).S •Masonry Supplies YOUR ORGANIZATION COULD WIN $100! Send us up to 5 photos and a brief description of your community event. If we publish them, your organization PA STATE APPROVED qualifies for a random annual drawing for a $100 Gift Card to be held Sept. 2017. LOCALLY OWNED SEND YOUR PHOTOS TO: [email protected] PAGE 4–www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016 CONTACT THE PUBLISHER: 724-344-7980 The WET HEN Presidential ridiculousness

At this writing there are 50 days left of the absurd Allow GreeneSpeak to calm your fears. We are 2016 Presidential Campaign, which is 50 days too confident that the United States of America will POTUS Puzzler – Whodunit? many for most of us. survive whatever buffoon we get stuck with for the Answers below. No peeking! Daily, Trump calls Hillary a “world-class liar,” rou- next four years. To wit: tinely objectifies women, belittles other minorities, First, speaking of God , He really is still in con- 1. This president made the dumb deci- married him while still being married to and makes sweeping promises no one can keep. trol. If you don’t believe in God, then you already sion to gorge himself on cherries which her first husband. Meanwhile, Hillary refuses to accept responsibil- have more anxiety that we can tackle in a newspa- happened to be contaminated. He died a 10. This VP was the first to finish ity for her disastrous tenure as Secretary of State, per editorial. So you’re on your own. few days later. the term of an elected president who and she managed to overshadow the commemo- Also, the U.S. Constitution, as long as it stands, is 2. This Prez insisted on personally had died in office. Alas, the former-VP- ration of 9/11 by trying (and failing) to hide an bigger than all of us, protecting us from our mean meeting with anyone who stopped by, and-now-new-president was hated for illness, not to mention calling Trump supporters government, despite corrupt elected officials who including this guy who repeatedly came his self-serving attitude that caused “a basket of deplorables” – so named for their so- would toss that document in the dumpster if they in demanding a job. The pesky fellow him to be expelled from his own party called racism and bigotry. could get away with it. would be this president’s final visitor. and led to the resignation of his entire Memes like the ones above are popping up ev- And finally, somehow this country has remained 3. This Commander-in-Chief saw no cabinet (with one exception). Eventually, erywhere, and the T-shirt and ball cap industry has a beacon for the world in spite of bad POTUS deci- reason why he should not skinny dip in he became the first president to face exploited their insults and dumb comments all the sions and the fact that some of the 44 we’ve put up the Potomac each morning. impeachment. In his obituary, the New with were just plain BAD. way to the bank. This long-winded fellow gave his York Times called him “the most unpop- With GreeneSpeak’s usual irreverence, we pres- 4. Of course, it’s not just about their political rheto- two-hour inaugural address on a cold, ular man that ever held any office in the ric; it’s the chilling thought that if these two people ent the “POTUS Puzzler” featuring 12 dumb and rainy March day without a hat or coat, United States.” lack self-control in their comments, what, in God’s quirky Presidential decisions that would cause the This carouser’s charm may have name, would either one do as Commander-in- average American to think, “With this guy at the from which he contracted pneumonia 11. Chief? People everywhere are voicing anxiety over helm, surely all will be lost!” and died, exactly one month later. helped him get into the Oval Office, but the future of this country. Can you guess WHODUNIT? 5. Always the clown, this POTUS was his affair with Nan Britton was more than still goofing off as the Secret Service he bargained for. Her book, “The Presi- guys were shoving him into a car after dent’s Daughter” named him as her little he was shot. He reportedly told his wife, girl’s father. In 2005, DNA tests proved H “Honey, I forgot to duck!” that he was in fact the girl’s daddy. 6. An awkward fellow, this prez choked 12. During his campaign, this guy MORRIS MACHINERY 724-852-1060 on a pretzel, blacked out, and cut his agreed to be interviewed by Playboy, Stop by & see our TYM Utility Tractors featuring face with his eyeglasses, apparently dis- admitting to the journalist,“I’ve looked lodging the snack, which saved his life – on a lot of women with lust. I’ve com- Diesel Engines ranging from 24 to 105 HP to the consternation of his detractors. mitted adultery in my heart many times. 7. His snobby demeanor when talking This is something that God recognizes No job is too large or too small for TYM! with people earned this Prez the name I will do—and I have done it—and God

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Subscription rate is $15 per year (10 issues). Mail name, address & phone with payment to: GreeneSpeak, PO Box 1003, Waynesburg, PA 15370 CONTACT PUBLISHER CINDY BAILEY: 724-344-7980 www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016––PAGE 5 • By Cindy Bailey • The little things First Cindy’s Wind Grant is awarded to My mother still teases me about potential horses that need to be rescued! Waynesburg Bird Sisters Recovery House my fascination with miniature things as These days the girls bring me and a kid...doll houses...shadow boxes...my Gramma back the cutest little dolls and precious box of trinkets, filled with Cracker dishes, etc. from all over the world. I made Jack prizes and little toys from gum ball a shrine of them in my dish cupboard. machines, whatever, which my own kids Imagine my joy when a little baby played with and now awaits the next gen- striped water melon showed up in the eration. backyard all on its own a couple of days These days, the fascination continues... ago! teensy wild mushrooms...toads...tad- You may wonder why I faithfully fill this poles....minnows...walking sitcks...little space with the minutiae of life on Dividing wildflowers. Now in the fall I fill baskets Ridge, Pa. And honestly, it’s because the with birds’ nests, stones, acorns, seed, things I treasure the most in life are the nuts and pods for potential craft projects, little things that show the true measure of mostly Christmas ornaments. who someone is....Bob magically showing I enjoyed making ornaments for my girls’ up with dinner when I’ve been writing all classes at school and church. A favorite day and completely forgot the time....And was Santa flying an airplane made of wowing us all when he packed Annie’s popsicle sticks with a wooden bead for birthday cake in dry ice for the 10 hour- his head, a skinny red ribbon scarf trailing drive in 90-degree heat so the four of us behind. It makes me smile just to think could celebrate together. of it. At the library, the kids and I made And then there’s Gramma who gives Presenting the check to Steps Inside, Inc. on behalf of the Bird Sisters miniature Christmas dioramas from plastic everybody little jars full of coins labeled Recovery House, are: from left, Dr. Morris Harper, Chairman, Community coffee lids I pilfered from Sheetz. “Emergency Candy Money!” Foundation; Bonnie Fisher, program facilitator; Ralph Bouchard, presi- Back in June I looked out the kitchen dent of Steps Inside, (which is partnering with the Bird Sisters House until HORSE-HEAD window and saw Julie in the middle of the they officially become an Oxford House); Annette Phillips, owner of the ORNAMENT garden, planting my beans at 11 p.m. the house, and Cindy Bailey, GreeneSpeak Editor, Publisher. night before she returned to Brooklyn, because I lamented that I couldn’t get to WAYNESBURG–The Bird Sisters excellent choice,” said Bettie Stam- it. Bob was rigging up a light so she could Oxford Recovery House was awarded merjohn, Community Foundation see...and last week Ann the future phar- the first Cindy’s Wind Fund grant of Executive Director. macist gushed about much everybody $500 last month. The Cindy’s Wind Cindy agrees. “I am delighted with at the fund-raiser loved my treat bags Fund was launched at the Commu- the Foundation Board’s choice and that were sealed with Band-Aids. When nity Foundation of Greene County appreciate their efforts.” I ruminated that her friends probably earlier this year by Cindy Bailey, Stammerjohn said she is currently wonder about my mental health, she said, Editor/Publisher of GreeneSpeak and accepting applications for the next “No mom, they all wish they were more the author of a column by the same $500 Cindy’s Wind grant. Application creative like you.” name. deadline is October 13. And every day I am overwhelmed with “I wanted to honor my daughters The Cindy’s Wind column has been the new mercies God shows me in a thou- who have been good sports about published in various venues for nearly POTENTIAL HORSES IN sand ways. I try to collect them in photos showing up in my writing,” Cindy 25 years, and now a book is in the NEED OF RESCUE! and words – like the trinkets that over- said with a smile. “But mostly I works. flowed that box when I was a kid. Yet they wanted to encourage other women “Some of the proceeds from any are too many to fathom or count. and girls in a small but tangible way.” books sold will go to the CW Fund,” The CW Fund gives priority to Cindy said. MELON BABY projects that help women and girls Applications are also being accepted achieve their full potential, includ- through Oct. 13 for the Commu- ing information and direct service nity Foundation’s “Fall Community programs, holiday activities, field Grants” in the following areas: Arts, trips, and more. Fund-raisers are Culture & Humanities; and, Food not eligible for grants. needs/Hunger and related activities, The Community Foundation board although other projects may be also will select grant recipients from the be considered, Stammerjohn said. And Jesus said, “Whoever can be trusted endowed fund twice a year for as Eligible applicants are 501(c)3 Always hoarding, I am now gathering with very little can also be trusted with long as the foundation is operating. organizations, schools, churches, and twigs and branches to make horse-head much, and whoever is dishonest with very The Bird Sisters House opened ear- government organizations. ornaments which Ann plans to use as little will also be dishonest with much. lier this year and is designed to house For details, call Bettie Stammerjohn table favors for a find-raising event at the So if you have not been trustworthy in up to six women who are recovering at 724-627-2011. therapeutic riding stable where she helps handling worldly wealth, who will trust you from drug and/or alcohol addiction. Or see the guidlines and online ap- out. But now everywhere I go I see little with true riches? –Luke 16:10-11 “I think the Bird Sisters House is an plication form at: [email protected].

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LAYNA CLAIRE FISHER ENJOYED THE PETTING ZOO ON RAIN DAY, SAYS HER MOM, LEATHER FISHER OF BOBTOWN

LOGAN DURBIN JUST COULDN’T GET ENOUGH SAND & SUN AT OCEAN CITY, SAYS HIS MOM AMY MORRIS DURBIN OF MILLSBORO

DEE GUERRIERO SNAPPED THIS JUMBO TIGER LILY SHOWING OFF IN HER BOBTOWN GARDEN.

MAUREEN STONEKING OF MARIANNE BARNHART OF JEFFERSON, SAYS HER SPRAGGS DISCOVERED ROBIN’S SQUASH CROP INCLUDES SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. EGGS IN HER GARDEN. PAGE 6–www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016 READERS SHARE THEIR SUMMER MEMORIES www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016–PAGE 7

SUMMER MOON, BEAUTIFULLY CAPTURED BY BRIDGET VERNON OF OAK FOREST.

BRYCE BALINT’S BEST. DAY. EVER. PRESERVED BY HIS MOM KAYLA BALINT OF WAYNESBURG.

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HEAVEN BOUND MINISTRIES PACKS (THE LORD’S) HOUSE for “Patriot’s Day Remembered: A Musical Tribute to Our Heroes” presented Sept. 11, 2016 at Waynesburg Nazarene Church. Above, the choir applauds local service men and women. Top right: Co-Choir Director Rich Headlee sings “Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning?” as images of that tragic day are displayed on the screen. Bottom right, several hundred people attended the concert held in the picturesque sanctuary. Heaven Bound Ministries, Inc. is a nonprofit organization operating entirely on contributions. All of their presenta- tions, including the “He’s Alive” passion play, are free of charge. Jeannie Pierce Waychoff, director, says she is delighted to invite GreeneSpeak readers to their next event: “A Southern Gospel Con- cert, Homecoming Style to be held at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 23 at Wheeling’s Capitol Theater. See below for details or call Jeannie: 724-883-2241. Follow GreeneSpeak all the time on Facebook! www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016–PAGE 9 Waynesburg Matters: Whiskey Rebellion Artist

By Mary Beth Pastorius of the Whiskey Rebels. [email protected] Howard Iams’ depiction of “The Terrible Night” has been used in many Artist-historian J. Howard Iams grew articles and books about the Whiskey up in the North Ten Mile region of Rebellion. In stark black-and-white, it Washington County, near the border shows the terror and brutality of the with Greene County. In the 1930s, with unfair arrests. his brother Lash, he traveled through- Iams drew the Corbly log cabin in out the region, researching and illus- both pastel and block print. He had trating remnants of the area’s colonial found it on the family farm, but had no past. proof that it was the actual house in He worked five years on his most which Corbly lived at the time of the ambitious project, 40 illustrations that Whiskey Rebellion, nor earlier when his document the sites, events and people wife and children had been massacred of the Whiskey Rebellion. The collec- by Indians in 1782. Today, the cabin is tion includes three images from Greene gone but Corbly’s brick house of 1796 County: “Reverend John Corbley Log remains. Cabin,” “Colonel John Minor House” Iams also illustrated the home of and “Old Tavern” at Jefferson. Col. John Minor in pastel. Located at The Whiskey Rebellion (1791-1794) the bend in Mapletown, it had been was the first serious test of authority for erected in two sections with the original the newly formed United States gov- log structure on the right and a later ernment. It took place in Southwestern brick wing on the left. Minor was a large Pennsylvania when farmers objected to landholder and a Representative in the a new federal tax on one of their prin- State Legislature. He had attended the cipal products, whiskey. They attacked Parkinson’s Ferry gathering of Whiskey federal agents and tax collectors, Rebels in July 1794 but was not among prompting President Washington to those arrested on the “The Terrible lead 13,000 troops over the mountains Night.” However, according to legend, to quell the disturbance. he traveled to Philadelphia to offer as- By the time the army arrived, tempers sistance in the defense of those who had cooled. However, some soldiers had been. Like the Corbly cabin, the were frustrated to find the countryside Minor House is now gone. at peace. On “The Terrible Night” of Howard Iams wrote that he illustrated November 13, 1794, they arrested the the “Old Tavern” at Jefferson “not for men most wanted by the government, any particular historic value, but as a dragging them out of bed half-clothed picturesque type of early tavern,” noting and marching them through mud to a that it was located near the home of cold, make-shift prison. Insurrectionist Thomas Hughes. The After several days of detention, nearly identity of “Old Tavern” is an intriguing all were set free for lack of evidence. mystery. However, 20 were marched over the Twenty years after Howard Iams died mountains to stand trial in Philadelphia. in 1964, his widow donated the full col- Among them was the Rev. John lection to The Westmoreland Museum Corbly of Garards Fort who had not of American Art, where it is carefully been a major actor in the rebellion. stored and occasionally exhibited. I am PASTEL PAINTINGS AND BLOCK PRINTS by J. Howard Iams, from However, he was a well-known minister grateful to Douglas Evans, Collection the collection of The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, gift and an ardent patriot who preached Manager, for showing me the images of Mrs. J. Howard Iams. Top to bottom, from left: “Colonel John political freedom. Corbly’s arrest was to and granting permission to reproduce. Minor House,” pastel on paper, #1984.53; “Reverend John Corbley be used as an example to deter other To see more Whiskey Rebellion art Cabin,” pastel on paper, #1984.54; “Old Tavern” at Jefferson, lino- citizens from plotting rebellion. At trial, and read past columns, visit my web- type on paper, #1984.70; “The Terrible Night,” linotype on paper, he was exonerated, as were all but two site: waynesburgmatters.com. #1984.75 PAGE 10–www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016 CONTACT THE PUBLISHER (Cindy): 724-344-7980 Wild & Greene CindyReInvents: Adopting a healthier lifestyle Minding the Mind Sponsored by R. G. Johnson Co. By Cindy Bailey, GreeneSpeak Editor/Publisher By Beth Wallach, MA, Psychologist Nearby sites for fall foliage [email protected] or Cindy ReInvents on Facebook According to www.visitpa.com, the official tourism Curb your condiments Part I: Fruit Butters Surviving the YESNO roller coaster website of PA, these nearby places are among the state’s For decades, I’ve fought an unhealthy, expensive war with bottled Should I stay in this relationship or move on?....Do best places to visit in mid-October for fall foliage. jams, jellies, syrups, salad dressings, and sauces, only recently realiz- I want to have children or not?.... hate my job, but I’m Oil Heritage Region. Known as the birthplace of ing that it’s a LOSING BATTLE. I shudder to think of how many bottles scared to lose my steady paycheck....I love my sister but the first commercially successful , this 50-mile and jars of stuff labeled, “Fat Free” or “No Sugar Added” or even “All she drives me nuts! area in the heart of PA’s Great Lakes Region is also a Fruit” that I ended up tossing in the trash, because nobody could Everyone faces such dilemmas at times. Ambivalence prime spot to experience the hillside foliage. The Oil stand it. But the full fat and sugar varieties can double your calorie is the coexistence within us of both positive and nega- Heritage Region displays its original oil country charm intake very easily. Also have you ever really looked at the lengthy (and tive feelings toward someone or something, which si- each autumn with Victorian towns, historical artifacts, scary!!) list of ingredients (chemicals) in these products? multaneously pulls us in opposite directions. Normally, scenic views and cultural traditions, as well as three So when I decided to change my diet, with a few exceptions, these we recognize our ambivalence, and become frustrated recreational trails and the scenic Oil Creek State Park’s bottled items were the first to go. Yes, there is definitely a special with our difficulty making a decision. But sometimes a numerous day-hike trails. brand of freedom in CURBING YOUR CONDIMENTS. It’s better for person can’t recognize all their contradictory feelings Ride an open-air car aboard the Oil Creek & Titus- your blood sugar, sodium intake, waistline, AND your pocketbook. at the same time. They experience and express 100% ville Railroad for a special 3-hour fall foliage excursion This month, let’s look at eliminating store-bought jams, jellies, and certainty, and then change their mind with equal clarity, throughout the month of October, rolling through the syrups from the pantry, because fall is a good time to find fruit bar- and keep bouncing between the two sides. I call this the “valley that changed the world.” gains. I’ve always made lots of homemade fruit spreads, just because “YesNo,” because the person can only experience “yes” Lake Erie at . Rediscover the they are easy and I could never turn away free or reduced produce, or “no,” but can’t feel “maybe.” magnificence of this 3,200-acre peninsula as it curls like the tiny peaches I used to get from “volunteer” trees. Fruit butters Many people experience the YesNo occasionally. into the lake offering a wide variety of fall experiences. are a family favorite here and are much less labor intensive than jelly. Some people feel this way most of the time. While Home to more than four million visitors each year, MAKE SOME APPLE BUTTER. Got a box of overripe apples? Even the YesNo makes any decision difficult, it is especially Presque Isle offers the leisurely 14-mile Karl Boyes small, home grown, beat up apples will do. painful when one is bouncing between continuing and 1. Wash well, remove cores and worm holes, but don’t worry about Multi-purpose National Recreation Trail for walkers ending a romantic relationship. bruises – they will make your finished product sweeter. and bicyclists interested in leaf sightseeing along the Over time, the bouncing subsides. The person more Bay. There also are 11 miles of hiking trails throughout 2. Cut apples in quarters, don’t peel. Dump them in your food pro- consistently feels either “yes” or “no,” and gradually the park for those who want a more up-close view of cessor and chop fine – enough to fill your crock pot 3/4 of the way. comes to a decision. But, before they do, they are miser- the fall colors. 3. Now add about 1/2 cup apple cider OR apple cider vinegar, and able and confused. And so is their spouse or partner. For an offshore foliage experience, take advantage of cinnamon and allspice to taste. the “Lady Kate,” a 65-foot Great Lakes vessel that ven- 4. Cook on low all day without the lid, stirring occasionally. When Coping with this time period is difficult, but possible. tures out onto the waters of Lake Erie for a 90-minute the apples are well cooked & thickened, you may add more spice and If you are the person experiencing the YesNo, recog- tour and an incredible view of the shoreline. Riders can about 1/2 C raw sugar or sweetener. If you like it chunky, it’s done. Or nize the pattern and be patient with yourself. When you relax while learning about the area’s ecology, history, cool it & whirl until smooth in the food processor. are 100% sure, force yourself to think about the other nature and more with the boat’s knowledgeable guide. I usually don’t put any sweeteners in mine and nobody can tell the side. Ask yourself what you might be afraid of: Losing . Here is where you can difference. In fact, the whole reason fruit butter was invented was to use your independence? Being abandoned? Feeling con- really enjoy biking In the Laurel Highlands. Known as up aging fruits. Really ripe fruit is quite sweet; besides people back then trolled? Are there issues in the relationship which must the longest rail-trail in the east, the Laurel Highlands would rather save their sugar for birthday cakes and holiday cookies. be addressed before you can make up your mind? section of the Passage is filled with scenic overlooks, You could preserve your apple butter in jars (these make great holi- If you are the partner or spouse, the most important viaducts and plenty of spectacular foliage. Not far away, day gifts) but I just pop mine into the freezer in pint-sized containers. thing is to hear both “yes” and “no” every time your visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s for stunning fall Make Pear, Peach or even Tomato Butter the same way. For Pump- beloved says either “yes” or “no” about the relationship. vistas. You must call ahead for tickets to tour the home. kin Butter, cut up your pumpkin. Bake, cool, and peel – then proceed Don’t push for a resolution, as rushing will probably en- Three Rivers Heritage Trail, Pittsburgh. The Pitts- as above. I have even made Mock Apple Butter with grated zucchini, sure that they leave. While you are waiting, do your best burgh skyline displays incredible colors during the sea- but I recommend using half apples and half zucchini for best results. in the relationship. But also emphasize the areas in your son. Pittsburgh’s landscape and history are portrayed in My family also enjoys fruit chutneys, made by adding raisins and life which will be important no matter what happens to dozens of signs located along the riverfronts. Pick up chopped walnuts, etc. Use your fruit butters/chutney on toast and hot your relationship, like your job, kids, or faith. a Three Rivers Heritage Trail map which includes an cakes, or hot cereals. You can also substitute fruit butter for the fat For both partners, it is important to get support Interpretive Signage Guide. Take the whole family on and sugar in quick breads and drop cookies. Soon your kids will forget from someone you can trust to listen without judging. the Duquesne or Monongahela Incline up to Mt. Wash- about that fake maple stuff in the plastic bottle, and the whole family Sometimes a therapist is the best person for that, as we ington, where the 450-foot hill is an excellent vantage will say store-bought jellies are “too sweet.” can stay neutral, and help you see the patterns from the point for foliage. Share recipes on the Cindy ReInvents Facebook Page or via my email, above. outside.

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Domestic Violence Services hosted fun summer events designed to increase awareness for all ages By Cheryl McCready, Greene County Satellite Office Coordinator help keep bullies away, such as a roll of duct tape that would remind a child to “stick” with a friend to help keep safe. These are important messages because children who bully others often grow up to be abusive adults. On Rain Day, DVSSP staff maintained a booth with brochures, give-aways, prizes, games, and safety information for victims and their friends and families. Information tables are important to spread the word that it is not okay to hurt others and that there is help available to victims of abuse. At Rain Day the DVSSP staff were able to greet and receive updates from many survi- vors of abuse. DVSSP also entered the Rain Day window competition, decorating the of- fice windows with the Secret Life of Waynes- Above, children attending day camp at burg—all pets, of course, wearing “NoMore” Mon View Park, Greensboro, partici- pet tags! pated in DVSSP’s “Hands are not for DVSSP also shared information about our hitting” Coloring Contest this summer. services at an information table at the Waynes- The dog days of summer are waning, so burg University 2016 Freshman Orientation. it is a good time to look back on activities Our activities are fun, but they are meant to Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern educate both children and adults to stay safe Pennsylvania (DVSSP) provided this summer. from domestic violence. Rain Day and other Natalie, our school trainer, visited the fairs are a great way for DVSSP to be visible in playgrounds in Greene County, talking about the community and talk about our services. bullying and the concept of filling each child’s October is Domestic Violence Awareness bucket by saying or doing something nice to Month, which DVSSP will kick off with the others. The children participated in a rousing PEACEFROMDV Walk, at noon Oct. 1 at team relay race to fill buckets with water. Church of the Covenant, 267 E. Beau St., Natalie also visited the MAGIC Soccer Washington. Camp in Carmichaels and showed the camp- For details, or to schedule a speaker for your ers a Bully Toolbox – a collection of “tools” to event, call our office: 724-852-2373. www.GreeneSpeak.com–SEPTEMBER 2016–PAGE 12

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