By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
Being a member of a club isn't just a diversional activity.
It's a useful tool in building strong mental health.
'The nature of your relationships with other people is important to your well-being,' said therapist Linda Chupik, the founder Chupik Counseling & Consulting in Temple. 'Studies show that people who participate in activities that are not self-centered, like social and service clubs, live longer than those who don't.'
And they're generally happier.
'Organizations offer many different activities - like quilting, bingo, book reviews or whatever - for you to get involved in,' said Bill Berning, a 40-year clinical psychologist retired from Associated Family Counselors in Temple. 'And that provides social stimulation, which is an important step in coping with life's blows.'
Mary Young understands this. She recently wrote a letter to the Bell County Newcomers Club, thanking its members for their help and friendship in her transition from wife to widow.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Youngsters share talents, hugs with seniors
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
From show-and-tell to pet birds, the third graders from Central Texas Christian School are finding they have a lot in common with people more than 10 times their age.
Twice a month, the youngsters visit the residents of Hearthstone Assisted Living Center. It's part of a mission outreach program that's now a decade old.
'I like older people, so I wanted a program that would benefit them,' said Wendy Wolfe, the third-grade teacher who started it.
The visits have turned into an enjoyable experience for all parties involved.
'It's so wonderful because we get to see the kids,' said Ruth Miksch, a Hearthstone resident. 'It's something I enjoy very much.'
So does 8-year-old Taylor Humphrey of Temple.
'We get to come visit and talk and walk in the garden and play with cats,' Humphrey said. 'It's always a fun day when we come to see them.'
Telegram Staff Writer
From show-and-tell to pet birds, the third graders from Central Texas Christian School are finding they have a lot in common with people more than 10 times their age.
Twice a month, the youngsters visit the residents of Hearthstone Assisted Living Center. It's part of a mission outreach program that's now a decade old.
'I like older people, so I wanted a program that would benefit them,' said Wendy Wolfe, the third-grade teacher who started it.
The visits have turned into an enjoyable experience for all parties involved.
'It's so wonderful because we get to see the kids,' said Ruth Miksch, a Hearthstone resident. 'It's something I enjoy very much.'
So does 8-year-old Taylor Humphrey of Temple.
'We get to come visit and talk and walk in the garden and play with cats,' Humphrey said. 'It's always a fun day when we come to see them.'
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Woman paints the way for granddaughter
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
The back of a brick building in Belton is taking on a new look. No longer a wall of pale brown, it has become a work of art.
'There's a bright blue sky, some green hills and golden flowers,' said Ann Montgomery of Belton, pointing to her creation at Vintage Daze, 213 E. Central. 'I think I'll call it 'French Countryside.''
She painted the landscape with the aid of her 5-year-old granddaughter, Jenna Montgomery of Belton.
'It's all part of a project to spruce up the back side of the store,' Ms. Montgomery said.
The owner, Sandy Bigham, said plans are to transform the area into a break nook.
'We want the back patio to be a place where people can come drink coffee or have lunch,' Ms. Bigham said. 'It's in the process of being fixed up.'
The mural was the first step. A vendor at the store, Ms. Montgomery volunteered to paint it because she enjoys arts and crafts.
'She said she had an idea for a painting, and I told her to go for it,' Ms. Bigham said. 'It turned out great. I love it.'
Telegram Staff Writer
The back of a brick building in Belton is taking on a new look. No longer a wall of pale brown, it has become a work of art.
'There's a bright blue sky, some green hills and golden flowers,' said Ann Montgomery of Belton, pointing to her creation at Vintage Daze, 213 E. Central. 'I think I'll call it 'French Countryside.''
She painted the landscape with the aid of her 5-year-old granddaughter, Jenna Montgomery of Belton.
'It's all part of a project to spruce up the back side of the store,' Ms. Montgomery said.
The owner, Sandy Bigham, said plans are to transform the area into a break nook.
'We want the back patio to be a place where people can come drink coffee or have lunch,' Ms. Bigham said. 'It's in the process of being fixed up.'
The mural was the first step. A vendor at the store, Ms. Montgomery volunteered to paint it because she enjoys arts and crafts.
'She said she had an idea for a painting, and I told her to go for it,' Ms. Bigham said. 'It turned out great. I love it.'
Public Enemies: Film based on book by Temple native
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
This summer's Johnny Depp film has ties to Temple.
Set for release on July 1, 'Public Enemies' is based on a book of the same title by Bryan Burrough, a 1979 graduate of Temple High School.
The Universal Pictures production will be Burrough's first cinematic credit, and he's very excited.
'It's awesome,' Burrough said. 'I can barely believe all this is happening.'
Published in June 2005 by Penguin Press, Burrough's non-fiction book discusses the development of the FBI and what he calls the golden era of crime.
'In 1933 and 1934, the country had some of its best outlaws,' Burrough said. 'People like Ma Barker, John Dillinger and George 'Machine Gun' Kelly were in the headlines.'
It's also the time J. Edgar Hoover came into the spotlight.
Telegram Staff Writer
This summer's Johnny Depp film has ties to Temple.
Set for release on July 1, 'Public Enemies' is based on a book of the same title by Bryan Burrough, a 1979 graduate of Temple High School.
The Universal Pictures production will be Burrough's first cinematic credit, and he's very excited.
'It's awesome,' Burrough said. 'I can barely believe all this is happening.'
Published in June 2005 by Penguin Press, Burrough's non-fiction book discusses the development of the FBI and what he calls the golden era of crime.
'In 1933 and 1934, the country had some of its best outlaws,' Burrough said. 'People like Ma Barker, John Dillinger and George 'Machine Gun' Kelly were in the headlines.'
It's also the time J. Edgar Hoover came into the spotlight.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Ladies put a new curl in Bible study
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
Make-up, blow dryers and hair curlers - at church?
That's the idea for 'Beauty Shop Talk,' a new Bible study at Memorial Baptist Church in Temple.
'Getting your hair done and talking to your friends. Nothing's more relaxing than going to the beauty shop,' said Trina Meadows, program creator. 'We want to bring that relaxed feeling to church.'
For the study's first session on Jan. 24, part of the church will be transformed into a beauty salon.
'It'll be great. It'll have the look and feel of a beauty shop,' Mrs. Meadows said. 'The point is to give women a place to get together, feel comfortable and have fellowship.'
Meeting 2-4 p.m. on Saturdays, the six-week program is open to all women in their 20s and 30s. There's no cost to participate, but childcare will not be provided.
Telegram Staff Writer
Make-up, blow dryers and hair curlers - at church?
That's the idea for 'Beauty Shop Talk,' a new Bible study at Memorial Baptist Church in Temple.
'Getting your hair done and talking to your friends. Nothing's more relaxing than going to the beauty shop,' said Trina Meadows, program creator. 'We want to bring that relaxed feeling to church.'
For the study's first session on Jan. 24, part of the church will be transformed into a beauty salon.
'It'll be great. It'll have the look and feel of a beauty shop,' Mrs. Meadows said. 'The point is to give women a place to get together, feel comfortable and have fellowship.'
Meeting 2-4 p.m. on Saturdays, the six-week program is open to all women in their 20s and 30s. There's no cost to participate, but childcare will not be provided.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Hot chocolate: Belton grad takes top prize
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
When she turned 16, Jennilee McCaffrey didn't want a car. She wanted a KitchenAid mixer.
'So we got her one,' said mom, Denise McCaffrey of Temple, not at all surprised by the request. 'Ever since she was a child, she's enjoyed cooking. She had a tiny, little apron that she always wore.'
The child cook grew up to be a pastry chef.
And last month, Miss McCaffrey won her first professional culinary contest. She took the top honor - the Hot Chocolate Award - at the Dec. 3 'World of Chocolate' event.
The annual competition is an annual fundraiser for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, and its goal is to find 'the altogether tastiest treats.'
This year's best-tasting treats were Miss McCaffrey's gingerbread brownies, pecan and peppermint truffles, caramelized banana and spicy milk chocolates.
'Winning was wonderful,' said Miss McCaffrey, a 2000 Belton High School graduate. 'It was probably the most exciting night of my life.'
Telegram Staff Writer
When she turned 16, Jennilee McCaffrey didn't want a car. She wanted a KitchenAid mixer.
'So we got her one,' said mom, Denise McCaffrey of Temple, not at all surprised by the request. 'Ever since she was a child, she's enjoyed cooking. She had a tiny, little apron that she always wore.'
The child cook grew up to be a pastry chef.
And last month, Miss McCaffrey won her first professional culinary contest. She took the top honor - the Hot Chocolate Award - at the Dec. 3 'World of Chocolate' event.
The annual competition is an annual fundraiser for the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, and its goal is to find 'the altogether tastiest treats.'
This year's best-tasting treats were Miss McCaffrey's gingerbread brownies, pecan and peppermint truffles, caramelized banana and spicy milk chocolates.
'Winning was wonderful,' said Miss McCaffrey, a 2000 Belton High School graduate. 'It was probably the most exciting night of my life.'
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Church cares for dementia and Alzheimer's patients
By TOMIE LUNSFORD
Telegram Staff Writer
St. Francis Episcopal Church has started a new ministry called Tuesday's Solace.
It's a way for caregivers of people with dementia or Alzheimer's to get an afternoon of personal time.
'The patients come in for a day of activity,' said volunteer coordinator Ginger Jones of Temple. 'We exercise, sing, play bingo and do arts and crafts. It's good socialization time for them, and it's a good break for their families.'
Having formed in September, the group cares for eight to 10 people with dementia or Alzheimer's 1 to 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday.
Telegram Staff Writer
St. Francis Episcopal Church has started a new ministry called Tuesday's Solace.
It's a way for caregivers of people with dementia or Alzheimer's to get an afternoon of personal time.
'The patients come in for a day of activity,' said volunteer coordinator Ginger Jones of Temple. 'We exercise, sing, play bingo and do arts and crafts. It's good socialization time for them, and it's a good break for their families.'
Having formed in September, the group cares for eight to 10 people with dementia or Alzheimer's 1 to 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday.
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