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HONORING MY MOTHER…
HAPPY 80th Rose Brown-Jones!
Dear Mother: You are one phenomenal woman; and I thank God for
Blessing you to see your 80th Birthday! Yes, on January 21st we both
will share another birthday and I couldn’t think of a better person I’d
like to celebrate! Our family has been faced with so many adversities to
include 7 deaths in 1 year, not to mention losing my son just 2 years ago
(January 6, 2017). For so many years I wondered why you never took
time for yourself—but after having the opportunity to sit down and con-
verse with you about your dreams and aspirations, I learned that you ne-
ver “had” time because you were so busy making sure “we were ok”.
Wow! What a major sacrifice you’ve made throughout the years and
that’s why God has kept you here with us. THANK YOU LORD!!!
MOTHER, WE ALL LOVE YOU! THANK YOU FOR SHARING

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 NSV Please WAIT! Let’s Be Grateful! 3

Ask Nurse Deborah

Deborah Little-Bowser
R.N., B.A., M.P.S.

DON EDWARDS
Company Chaplain, National Counseling Group LET’S BE GRATEFUL FOR A NEW YEAR!!!
I KNOW IT’S HARD TO WAIT… GRATITUDE!
BUT PLEASE WAIT…ON GOD! I am confident each of us has been through a difficult time in 2018. Whe-
ther it is/was health, financial, family…or…just life issues—we have
Most of us don’t like to wait. We want things quick, fast, and in a hurry! been challenged! Difficult times can often be the opportunity for growth
Fast food places are no longer as fast as they use to be. Most of us wish and strength as a person. Reflect on a difficult time you have had in the
service was faster without compromising quality (Please check your bag past. How did you handle it? What lessons did you learn? Did it make
BEFORE you drive off! Lol!). We go to the supermarket and gauge you a stronger person? Was there a special person who helped you na-
which lines are shorter. We make judgments on which line we think will vigate the obstacles you encountered?
go faster—sometimes based on who the cashier is (If the cashiers even
look like they are slow… I’m gone!!! Don’t trip—we all do it!). There LET 2019 BE THE YEAR YOU REFLECT ON THE
are many things we can’t wait for. We rush into a new relationship or
join groups because loneliness tells us we have to rush to belong or to be
“BLESSINGS” YOU HAVE! AVOID THE “NEGATIVE”
loved. We jump blindly into a new career, job, or business venture be-
cause we are in a rush to be validated. Some people rush into purchasing
AND REFLECT ON THE P-O-S-I-T-I-V-E !
The news is so often filled with negativity and does not lend to a positive
things because they think these “things” will fill an unmet emotional
mindset. If we focus on being grateful for what we have, there is little
need (That will be $100.00 please). Many Millennials get a lot of criti-
room to stay in a negative place.
cism for wanting things now, but the truth of the matter is… most of us
do not like to wait. DO YOU HAVE A ROOF OVER YOUR HEAD?
However, I have found that a lot of times the blessings are in the waiting
(It hurts I know). Many of us want a microwave fix to a relationship, to FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR?
our jobs, ministry, or what we are called to do. But the true blessing is GOOD HEALTH? CLOTHES TO KEEP YOU WARM?
in the waiting (Lawwdd don’t let me wait like Joseph, Abraham, or Mo-
ses!!!!). It is in the waiting where character is developed. It’s in the ABILITY TO READ AND WRITE?...ETC.?
waiting…when you discern what relationships are worth the long haul. These things so many in our city do not have.
It’s in the waiting where you discover your skills or what you’re called
Consider 2019 AS THE YEAR YOU WILL DO SOMETHING FOR
to do. It’s in the waiting…where you find the weaknesses that you need
THOSE LESS FORTUNATE THAN YOURSELF. Oh… I hear
to work on before you reach your promise land. It’s in the waiting…
you... “I don’t have time”. Yes, you do! A random act of kindness
where God meets you and molds you into what he purposed you to do.
can make someone’s day. Volunteer if you can. There are many organ-
But the question is… Can you wait? Waiting is not a sign of weakness..
izations in our city that can use your time and talents. Yes, you have
but it’s a sign of strength. So, what about you? talents! Just think about all that you do each day—those are talents! You
Do you want a sloppy burger with the fixings slapped on a may be blessed with a gift; and if taught to someone, it can make a dif-
soggy bun? Or do you want a burger with fresh lettuce, red ference in their life. Be grateful for your gifts and blessings—and share
tomatoes, and freshly chopped onions? them!
I know it’s hard to wait… But the “Blessing” is in the waiting. So…each day…BE GRATEFUL FOR WHAT YOU HAVE! In my
I urge you not to just wait…but WAIT ON GOD! church when service is over, the deacon says, “Go in peace to love and
serve the Lord and your neighbor. We are all neighbors in this uni-
Be sure to see National Counseling Group’s ad on Page 5 verse. Work to make it a better place!”
WISHING EACH OF YOU PEACE, GROWTH, AND A SPIRIT
BEING ACTIVE TO FEEL YOUR BEST! FILLED WITH GRATITUDE IN THIS NEW YEAR!
Have more energy. Reduce stress. If you would like to contact me, please send an email to flavornews@
gmail.com (insert ASK NURSE DEBORAH in the subject line).
Sleep better. Build strength.
A Healthy 8-week Walking Program Dear Editor…
1. Choose at least 5 days to walk each week. Using a calendar,
check off the days you walk. Does INCARCERATION Punish,
2. Always walk slowly for the first and last 5 minutes. This is
your warm up and cool down.
Rehabilitate, or Totally Destroy
3. In between your warm up and cool down, walk faster. Walk Human Beings? Can someone tell me
faster for 5 minutes the first week. Then, add 3 minutes of fast
walking each week. By the 8th week, you should be walking
WHY some healthcare facilities turn sick
fast for 26 minutes. people away? Why do we (employees)
4. If you get an ache or pain, take it easy for a few days. If it
doesn’t get better, talk to your doctor. KEEP GOING! Remem- feel like the closer we get to retiring, the
ber, fitness is a lifetime commitment! harder our jobs become…and…Why do
FOLKS, START A BUDDY PROGRAM… MEET UP WITH YOUR
FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND START WALKING! WHAT A GREAT
companies hire the young and inexperi-
WAY TO START OFF THE NEW YEAR… AND CONTINUE enced candidates instead of experienced
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR…smile! individuals? My co-worker continues to
Write flavornews@gmail.com to report the GOOD NEWS about
your progress. Be sure to insert MY PROGRESS in the subject line. harass me. What can I do? Stay tuned…
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REPRINT… Dear Editor… Please Help!
“I’m at work (or running a business).
I don’t want to flirt with you. No! Don’t
hug or kiss me! I’m so serious dude!!!
I just want to do my job and go home!”
Business Etiquette is about building relationships with other people.
Etiquette IS NOT about rules and regulations—BUT IT IS about
providing basic social comfort AND creating an environment where
others FEEL COMFORTABLE AND SECURE.
Journey with the GOOD NEWSpaper as we travel to
learn about challenges many face in the workplace,
as well as Entrepreneurs… especially FEMALES.
TOPIC #1 HOW TO AVOID UNWANTED HUGS & KISSES
Physical contact is a very “touchy” subject for some people—women in
general. Not everyone appreciates being in close proximity with others;
and hugs and kisses can be very uncomfortable and uninviting.
The GOOD NEWS: Here are a few TIPS! 1. Take a step back when
the person first approaches you. This creates distance and will often
signal to the other person that A HUG IS NOT PREFERRED and no fur-
ther action is needed. 2. Offer your hand (handshake—which can be
used as a substitute for a hug). If you do this enough, the person could/
should get the hint that YOU DO NOT PREFER HUGS. 3. If you’re in
an office or in a meeting, POSITION YOURSELF SO A DESK OR
ANOTHER BARRIER REMAINS BETWEEN YOU AND THE
OTHER PERSON. That should prevent them from invading your per-
sonal space. 4. SAY THAT YOU HAVE A COLD! While this won’t
work on the same person all the time since you won’t always be sick, the
cold excuse inherently implies that A HUG OR KISS IS NOT A GOOD
IDEA; and over time the other person will give up attempting an em-
brace. 5. APOLOGIZE AND EXPLAIN THAT YOU DO NOT PRE-
FER HUGS IF THE PERSON CONTINUES TO TRY HUGGING
when you’re in the same space. Explain that it’s nothing personal and
that YOU’RE JUST NOT A HUGGER.
Bottom line… THE OTHER PERSON SHOULD “RESPECT” YOUR VIEWS
AND NOT MAKE A BIG DEAL OF IT. Join us next month as we continue
to provide GOOD tips! If you have a certain topic to discuss, write to
flavornews@ gmail.com (insert DEAR EDITOR in the subject line).
Being a Parent Can Be Hard.
We Can Help!
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 NSV Northside Y Renovations 5

Renovations…Successful! Last month, the Northside YMCA hosted its

The Northside Family YMCA has had a complete makeover and…
It’s amazing! Located at 4207 Old Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia
23227. This facility has many new upgrades and you want to be sure to
visit. Have you heard? The new basketball court is now open!
Visit ymcarichmond.org for more information.
1st Breakfast with Santa!
Many thanks to the Leaders’ Club teen volunteers and
their moms who helped to make it happen. Thanks to
the amazing staff team for their leadership.

God has been at work in the

Northside for many years…
We seek to be a part of what
He is doing here.
NSV 2019 3rd Voter District Meetings and More! 6

Council Member
CHRIS A.
HILBERT
NORTHSIDE 3RD
VOTER DISTRICT
Wishes Everyone a Happy New Year
2019 DISTRICT MEETING DATES
January 24 @ Ginter Park Branch Library
1200 Westbrook Avenue
February 28 @ Ginter Park Branch Library
March 28 @ North Avenue Branch Library 2901 North Ave.
April 25 @ Fire Station 14 2932 Hawthorne Avenue
May 23 @ North Avenue Branch Library
June 27 @ Virginia Union University’s
Living and Learning Center 1500 Lombardy Avenue
July 25 @ Virginia Union University’s
Living and Learning Center 1500 Lombardy Avenue
August 22 @ Fire Station 14
September 26 @ North Avenue Branch Library
Community Resource Fair begins @ 5 pm
October 24 @ Ginter Park Branch Library
Meetings will begin @ 6 pm
NSV More GOOD NEWS… Xmas on MacArthur! 7

Many thanks to everyone who attended

the Christmas on MacArthur Parade.
Additionally, special thanks to our
sponsors, vendors and entertainers!
We look forward to making this annual
event bigger & better in December 2019
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Bob Kocher, Once Upon a Vine

HARRIS TAX AND BUSINESS SERVICES

WISHES OUR COMMUNITIES
A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!
DON’T FORGET TO REACH OUT TO US IF
YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING
THE UPCOMING TAX SEASON AS WELL AS
THE NEW “COMPLICATED” TAX LAWS!
WE’LL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP YOU
CALL 804 329 1816
Email marvin@harristaxandbusiness.com
Visit www.harristaxandbusiness.com
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Capital Area Health Network continues to bring quality medical, dental, pediatric and behavioral
healthcare services to Richmond and the surrounding communities. Be healthy, get healthy,
stay healthy with Capital Area Health Network!
SPECIAL EVENT! FREE EXTRACTION DAY FRIDAY, JANUARY 18th FROM 8AM TO 6 PM AT THE GLENWOOD
DENTAL CENTER, 2709 BYRON STREET, RICHMOND VA 23223. NUMBERS WILL BE HANDED OUT STARTING
AT 7:45 AM. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY…SPACE IS LIMITED! EXTRACTIONS WILL BE LIMITED TO ONE TOOTH
PER PATIENT TO ENSURE EVERYONE RECEIVES TREATMENT. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS, CALL
804 780 0840.
 NSV Restaurant/Business News
Hot Plates: Restaurant Review
DOT’S BACK INN
By Nikhil Mehta and Chester Todd, University of Richmond
The staff and customers of Dot’s Back Inn, located at 4030 MacArthur
Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, agree on the Northside restaurant’s ap-
peal: affordable, quality offerings and a friendly atmosphere. “It’s a
neighborhood place,” says Lori Mickol, who has waited tables at Dot’s
for five years. Low prices and good drinks keep customers coming back
to the Northside institution. The Inn, for those who’ve never been, has
a large porch in the front and the main dining area and bar indoors. The
porch is decorated with string lights, whereas indoors displays posters,
old black and white photographs and funny signs about their rules of
service. Seating is available at booths, tables or the bar. We decided to
try the menu out for ourselves. The steak and cheese sub was delicious,
with the cheese well-melted on top of the steak and onions. Rather than
shave the steak, Dot’s served the sirloin in thick slices, which added a
meaty texture. The Chicken Cordon Bleu was good, with a piece of
grilled chicken covered in ham under melted cheese on a wheat bun
served with a pickle on top and a side of house fries. The food came
out fast and hot, clearly right off the grill.
But it’s not just the food and drinks that keep people coming back. Da-
vid York, of North Richmond, referenced the television show “Cheers”
when describing the atmosphere of Dot’s. Just like customers in
“Cheers”, he says, everyone gets off of work and comes in at the same
time, making Dot’s a community restaurant. “I’m here pretty regular-
ly,” York said. “It’s a good local spot with a good mixture and variety
of people.” He also mentioned the friendly staff as being amicable, not-
ing that they always take the time to chat with the patrons. The food, ac-
cording to York, is also a big draw.
The diverse menu is tasty all-around, and the specials are consistently
excellent. He also noted that the triple-decker grilled cheese with the
soup of the day is “always good” and his “cold weather go-to” at Dot’s.
Dot’s Back Inn, originally named Tom Toms, was featured on Guy Fi-
eri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives” on Food Network, highlighting the
classically trained chefs and attentive service.
With an average of four stars on Yelp, Dot’s has a reputation as a
classic diner, complete with quality food offerings, superb service,
and a neighborhood atmosphere!
HOT PLATES RESTAURANT
REVIEW
To be continued…
9
Hearts-R-Mending Could Be For You!
By EVELYN ALLEN, CEO
Where there is a relationship, there is a GOOD possibility that it will
need mending. When you don’t have the words to say it the way you
want it to be said, let Hearts-R-Mending say it for you. These words
are especially relevant for those long-term broken relationships where
neither party is gravitating toward the other. YOU can be the one to
take “the high road” to get the relationship moving in the right direction
by sending words that might melt the ice from around their heart. If the
receiver of these words doesn’t give a “positive” response, then you
can feel good knowing that you put forth the effort.
Although these words are served up in a ‘greeting card’ style, we don’t
like to call them greeting cards because they are not like your usual
Hallmark cards. It’s about the ‘words’—no frills, lace, musical chimes,
or pop-ups—JUST ‘WORDS’! In the very near future, we hope to be
in a position to make the words so personal that the receiver can only
conclude that “the words are especially for them”. For example, sup-
pose you were to choose the Hearts-R-Mending card, ‘For You, My
Husband—I’ve Tried to Revive Our Love’. It has all the right words,
except the 4th verse is not exactly “him”. You would then contact us
regarding card #IS-1, give us an idea of what you would like to say in-
stead, and we make the revision for you.
Soon, we’re looking forward to having a full line of these words that
can be purchased from our website, www.heartsrmending.com. Cur-
rently, we have a few located in Just Because Gift Shop, 4378 S. Labur-
num Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23231—and also in Charisma Book
& Gifts, located in St. Paul’s Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Road,
Richmond, Virginia 23223.
Also, our blogs will be coming, with titles such as, “Clean House” li-
terally and figuratively clean house of unacceptable relationships and
“Good For Nothing!” which could also mean behaving properly but not
being rewarded for it.
“Make a heart connection today, and let the healing begin!”
I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots
in my career. I’ve lost almost 300
games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted
to take the game winning shot and
missed. I’ve failed over and over
and over again in my life.
That is WHY I succeeded.
Michael Jordan
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5 UNEXPECTED REASONS
YOU NEED SLEEP TO LIVE FULLY
GOOD NIGHT…SLEEP TIGHT!
There’s no shortage of pressures to burn the candle at both ends.
Whether it’s late-night conference calls or early mornings with the
kids, we all have things keeping us up late and getting us out of bed
early. But the science suggests you should start thinking of sleep
less as a shifting priority and more as an imperative. As you’ll see
below, the array of health benefits associated with sound sleep far
outweighs any excuse not to get some.
1. IT HELPS YOU THINK STRAIGHT: According to Dr. Beth
McQuiston, a board-certified neurologist, registered dietitian and
medical director at Abbott, “sleep deprivation may result in slowed
thinking, decreased alertness and a reduced ability to pay attention.”
Most troublingly, McQuiston says, “sleep-deprived folks are largely
unaware their performance is being affected.”
2. IT’S IMPORTANT FOR GOOD EYESIGHT: Don’t get e-
nough sleep? That can lead to all sorts of eye issues, says Dr. David
J. Tanzer, an ophthalmologist at Abbott. “Some issues may seem
benign, but are worrisome to some people as cosmetic issues, like
dark circles under your eyes, or blood-shot eyes,” says Tanzer. But
lack of sleep can cause other issues too, like “your eyelid muscle
twitching and debilitating dry eyes. It also can impact how your op-
tic nerve, the part of your eye connecting to your brain, works and
functions. So getting a good night’s sleep is critical to maintaining
good eye health and vision.”
3. IT PREVENTS A HOST OF HEART PROBLEMS: Sleep de-
privation, says Dr. Krishna Sudhir, a cardiologist at Abbott, is a risk
factor for heart attacks and stroke. “Disruption in blood pressure
and sugar metabolism, and increased stress levels resulting from
lack of sleep may be causative mechanisms.”
4. IT HELPS YOU MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT: Wonder
why you can’t shed those stubborn pounds? According to personal
trainer Arika Swank of All the Way Fitness in Austin Texas, “living
in a state of sleep deprivation can singlehandedly undo all hard work
on diet and exercise. If hormones such as insulin and ghrelin (called
the “hunger hormone”) get overproduced,” she says, “which is what
happens to a sleep-deprived body, fat will be stored in all the wrong
places and a constant battle of hunger will ensue.”
5. IT WARDS OFF CHRONIC DISEASE: If all this isn’t enough
reason to get to bed on time, “lack of sleep can lead to greater risks
for many chronic diseases, such as diabetes,” says Jennie Hefelfin-
ger, a senior consultant with the National Association of Chronic
Disease Directors. “Lack of sleep can also impact depression and
lead to lower levels of leptin (an appetite-regulating hormone),
which contributes to a greater risk for becoming overweight or o-
bese.”
Visit lifetothefullest.abbott for more articles and information.
10
As you celebrate a productive year, don’t
forget to look ahead and set realistic and
effective goals for a successful new year.
A Few New Year’s Resolutions
for All Small Businesses
By Lexie Lu, Design Roast
FOCUS ON ENHANCING THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE.
Whether you have a physical business, online store or both, many peo-
ple would likely say improving the customer experience should be one
of your top priorities in 2019. Why does it matter? Research indicates
a close connection between positive customer experiences and loyalty.
Loyal customers buy more, have a stronger likelihood of forgiving mis-
takes, and will trust the company to act on their behalf. If you have a re-
tail business, you could emphasize obtaining feedback as much as possi-
ble, particularly after people buy things online or in person. Ask custo-
mers if you met their needs, and if there is anything you could do better.
CREATE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYEES
A large body of research shows how volunteerism benefits communi-
ties, workplaces and others. When choosing ways for employees to vo-
lunteer their time in 2019, ensure the options you research result in clear
impacts. Also, pick volunteer programs that include everyone. You
could do that by going with choices that allow your small business’ em-
ployees to help out in a variety of ways.
TRY EXPLORING WAYS TO HAVE SHORTER, WORTH-
WHILE MEETINGS
The respondents of a study about wasted time at work said they spent
31 hours in unproductive meetings every month. The time you waste at
your small business may not be that bad, but you probably spend more
time than you’d like sitting in meetings that seem pointless. Decide to
evaluate methods that could result in worthier meetings that don’t go on
forever. You might rigidly stick to an agenda during a gathering, or try
meeting for 10 minutes each morning to go over pressing matters, so
people don’t have to bring them up for the first time in a longer meeting.
STAY AWARE OF THE CHALLENGES FACED BY OLDER
EMPLOYEES. Research has found that many older adults have to ad-
just their workloads due to health complications experienced by a
spouse or other family member. Also, the study discovered women ten-
ded to be more cognizant than men of the need for a work-life balance.
Remember…recovery after illnesses and injuries can take longer with
age, too. If you own a construction company, one thoughtful thing you
could do is allow an older person who’s just gotten the go-ahead to go
back to work after breaking an arm to split time between hard labor and
office duties. However, if you give that kind of treatment to an older
person, make sure to offer the same to a younger worker. Otherwise,
you could be accused of workplace equality.
IMPLEMENT AN EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAM.
Human resource managers often discuss the various benefits of employ-
ee wellness initiatives. By starting such a program at your small busi-
ness in 2019, you could encourage people to become more active, get
on a schedule of going to annual checkups and make individuals more
aware of how their actions and lifestyles could affect how they feel.
Some people may believe they’re already active enough to do their jobs
well, but adding more variety to an exercise regimen often keeps partici-
pants interested.
GET INFORMED ABOUT TAX-RELATED CHANGES! Like ma-
ny small business owners, you may not be a tax expert. Letting an ac-
countant figure out your tax burden is a good start. Also, take time to
ask a professional whether there have been any advantageous tax law
differences in the last year. You could notice the difference with a big-
ger refund. The information should help you plan for new legislation
that could result in higher tax rates, too.
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