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Sweet's Column By Barb Sweet MEALS IN Monica's MINUTES PUMPKIN BACON MAC AND CHEESE Share your favorite recipe! www.facebook.com/mealsinminutes Monica's Meals in Minutes PO Box 68, Petersburg 47567 mealsinminutes@pressdispatch.net FACEBOOK MAIL EMAIL By Monica Sinclair As you know, fall is about everything pumpkin. You have pumpkin donuts, pumpkin coffee, pumpkin can- dy, pumpkin-scented candles, etc. However, I had never heard of pumpkin bacon mac and cheese until this week. I was searching for great November recipes and this one popped up. Seeing as I love pumpkin, bacon, and mac and cheese, this is one I will be cooking. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS • 3 tbsp. olive oil • 2 tbsp whole sage leaves, plus 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh sage leaves • 3 ½ cups short pasta, such as shells • Salt • 2 tbsp. butter • 2 tbsp. flour • 2 cups milk • 15 oz can pure pumpkin puree • 2 ½ cups gruyere cheese, grated • 6 -8 strips fried bacon, crumbled DIRECTIONS 1. In a small pan, heat oil. Add sage leaves and cook, stirring a few times, until crisp, about 30 seconds. Re- move sage to paper-towel lined plate. 2. Meanwhile, in a medium pot of boiling salted water, boil pasta until al dente, per package instructions. 3. Return empty pot to medium heat and melt butter. Add flour and finely chopped sage cook, stirring, 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and pumpkin puree. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer, stir- ring, until sauce thickens, about 4 minutes. 4. Remove from heat and add cheese a handful at a time, stirring to combine. Season with salt. Add pasta to cheese sauce and stir to coat. Top with crispy sage leaves and bacon, then serve. Source: delish.com YOUTH FIRST TODAY By Jordan Nonte Youth First, Inc. I'll be honest; pregnancy is one of my biggest fears. I know this doesn't have anything to do with therapy, but stick with me for a moment. There are a lot of unknowns when it comes to welcoming a child into a family. The thing is, no matter how much I re- search and prepare, I know that every- one's experience is different. There is no way to be completely prepared. Some- times you just have to take a leap of faith, branch out of your comfort zone, and do the thing that scares you. Guess what? Therapy is the same way. Although you can't research exactly what you'll experience, it can help you feel a lit- tle less anxious if you know what to ex- pect when you walk into your first ses- sion. There are many different types of ther- apy: psychodynamic, cognitive behav- ioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-fo- cused, and motivational interviewing to name a few. Your therapist will determine which of these would be the most bene- ficial for your goals. They may assist in creating a treatment plan to develop spe- cific goals, objectives, and interventions to track your progress. Some common reasons one may seek therapy is to get a handle on anxiety, de- pression, anger, grief, marital/family is- sues, trauma, addiction, stress, and cri- ses. You may just want to talk through something and get a second opinion. Therapy may be short-term and focus mainly on problem solving, or it may last longer to explore factors contributing to a larger issue. I'll be honest, therapy takes work. Be aware that your therapist may give you "homework." It is very important to fully participate in therapy, stay engaged, and follow through with any outside work. Confidentiality is a major factor in ser- vices. Your therapist will have you sign an informed consent document, likely the first day you meet. Therapists have a du- ty to report abuse and neglect. The only professionals that can pre- scribe psychiatric medication in the state of Indiana are physicians, psychi- atrists, and nurse practitioners. Howev- er, your therapist can always refer you if you feel that medication is necessary for your success. In a nutshell, therapy is different for ev- eryone. Remember that it is always okay to ask for help. Many people may wait until the last second to get therapy be- cause it makes them feel like a failure, weak, or ashamed. I heard a quote once that has always stuck with me: "Going to a therapist or counselor when you're sad or over- whelmed should be as normal as going to the doctor when you have the flu." Don't wait until you're on your last straw to seek help. Talk to your family physician about their recommendations in the area or do your own research to schedule an appointment. Jordan Nonte, LSW, is a Youth First So- cial Worker at Perry Central Jr./Sr. High School in Perry County. Youth First, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening youth and families. Youth First provides 78 Master's level social workers to 105 schools in 12 Indiana counties. Over 60,000 youth and families per year are served by Youth First's school social work and after school programs that prevent substance abuse, promote healthy behaviors, and maximize student success. To learn more about Youth First, visit youthfirstinc.org or call 812- 421-8336. What to expect during therapy REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Karen A. Dupont, Revocable Living Trust of Mable June Dupont and Mable June Dupont convey to Stanley E. Du- pont, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Michael R. Krieg and Emma Jean Krieg convey to Judy K. Krieg, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Joan Bailey, Michael J. Bailey, Dixie L. Aldridge and Joan Bailey Family Trust quitclaim to Michael J. Bailey, Dixie L. Aldridge and Joan Bailey Family Trust, real estate as re- corded in Pike County. Vicki Brochin conveys to Lindsay R. Davis, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Jarrod C. Robinson conveys to Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Plaza Home Mortgage, Inc., real estate as re- corded in Pike County. Jared T. Wehr conveys to Jared T. Wehr and Jade N. Wehr, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Fifth Third Bank and Fifth Third Bank National Associ- ation convey to Robert E. Alderson, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Vivory A. Brewer conveys to Kristine Miles, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Robert Brewster and Adella Sue Brewster convey to Ad- am J. Kriby and Sabrina M. Foerster, real estate as record- ed in Pike County. Joseph Caleb Wilson, Lacey Lynn Taylor and Lacey Lynn Wilson quitclaim to Joseph Caleb Wilson, real estate as re- corded in Pike County. Joseph Caleb Wilson, Lacey Lynn Wilson, Lacey Lynn Tay- lor and Lacey Lynn Taylor Wilson quitclaim to Joseph Caleb Wilson, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Brian M. Wagner conveys to Brian M. Wagner Revoca- ble trust and Brian M. Wagner, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Donnie E. Boger and Mary J. Boger convey to Kenneth W. Manning and Leslie L. Manning, real estate as record- ed in Pike County. Jamie Lynn Chapman, Paul M. Wilhite and Mary E. Wil- hite convey to Jamie M. Wilson and Ronald V. Wilson, real estate as recorded in Pike County. James Grant conveys to James E. Grant Revocable Trust and James E. Grant, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Smith Investment Property, LLC and Bradley S. Smith convey to Joseph J. Cargal IV and Meagan A. Cargal, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Sara Lynn Luker and Joshua Lane Luker convey to Chaney M. McKinney, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Shirley A. Bell conveys to Lora D. Coleman, real estate as recorded in Pike County. Tonya Brackney conveys to Thomas A. Oxby, real estate as recorded in Pike County. The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, November 10, 2021 C-1 HOME LIFE TO ADVERTISE: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: ads@pressdispatch.net Visit: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg Deadline: 5 p.m. on Monday Hi stars and welcome to the big stage all lit up in colorful fall lights and deco- rated to help celebrate with all our stars who will have a birthday or anniversary in the week of October November 11-17. Come up onto this stage and take a bow. BIRTHDAYS November 11-Nathan Stokes turns 24; Mary Esther Gray turns 61. November 12-Brandi Booker turns 36; Heather Booker Smith turns 36; Dilland Joel Gallant turns 33; Candace Downey turns 49. November 13-Dani Hall turns 24; Hayle Roach turns 18; Brian Nelson turns 37; Jason Houchins turns 33; Steve and Brooke Schriefer celebrate 17 years. November 14-Stella Kayte Lamey turns 4. November 15 -Karley Mills turns 28; Alexis Nicole Gayhart turns 10 ; Robert Shane McDonald turns 39. November 16 -Madeline Messmer Mon- tee; DeWayne Spaw turns 54. November 17-Keanon Hartley turns 19; Brooklyn Storm McLaughlin turns 13; Dalton Miller turns 26. May all our stars have a really great day and may all your wishes come true. Keep in your heart and in your prayers all our stars who are recovering from COVID and the recovery afterwards, those who are having surgeries, treat- ments, testing and more, and those with allergies, and the aches and pains of ev- eryday life. Winslow is saddened to hear of the passing of Patty Ann Jones, 94, on No- vember 1. She is playing music and smil- ing to all the angels in heaven. I loved to hear the music played at Easter time, it could be heard all over the Winslow area of town. To all who knew Patty Ann, and to the family, please remember all those great memories and share with others, and more fond memories will be added. Winslow will miss this fine lady. EVENTS Now-November 14-Huntingburg Christmas Stroll - see the many shops and events going on each day, plus see Santa Claus. November 10 -Pike County fall proper- ty taxes due. November 11-Veterans Day, fly your flag proudly; Petersburg Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. November 22-Winslow Town Hall meets at 6 p.m. November 25 -Thanks- giving Day - families get to- gether to give thanks for what we have throughout the year. Winslow senior citizens are meeting on Monday and Tuesday at the Community Center. Petersburg seniors meet in the courthouse basement. There were no postcards this week at Sweets Column, Winslow, IN 47598. Winslow Patoka River should still be low, even with the little rain and driz- zle we had before Halloween. The north winds came blowing in and dropped our temp into the 50s, but the nights were a bit chilly in the low to mid-30's, with a freeze warning that lasted two nights. Colors from the changing leaves in yards and the woods are turning every day with dark red orange, burgundy, gold, pink, yellow, green, brown and or- ange. Some colors dot the area and some colors pop out in a wide area of woods. This might be the time to get out and see what Mother Nature has done in your ar- ea before the leaves fall off and all you will see is bare trees. Pike County has had colorful leaves for several weeks and each week, the colors show off their beau- ty. So, look in your own backyard and see what colors are there before they all fall. I have a few house plants that got sun- shine, wind and rain through the sum- mer, and they all loved the shaded ar- ea they were in. Now, they are back in- side the house before the freeze warn- ing and now they will be able to adjust to the warm temps and the sun shining through the windows. The Christmas cactus has loads of pink or white buds, this is the earliest it has budded. There is another thorned cactus in a flower pot that is about to bloom dark red or bur- gundy flowers. Grandma Laura had, at one time, a cactus like this one, only quite a bit more. We called it the killer cactus and a few cousins know what the thorns feel like. Sweets Column Halloween Yard Dec- orations in the town of Winslow were 51 plus who received a bag of candy and a small treat. All the yards looked great for the kids as they went house to house to get their treat. In some ar- eas, there were droves of kids. Two houses gave us a treat and several houses had their treats set out with a sign to "take one." We saw two families who took their kids on a hayride as they trick-or-treated in the neighborhood. A few houses gave out treats by the road in their yards. The Winslow American Le- gion had a good turnout of bikers from their ride. The special small treats giv- en out were contributed by some stars who also love Halloween and their kind- ness as they help put a smile on the fac- es who decorated. We hope everyone en- joyed their treat. Halloween was the day Mom, Mil- dred, turned 95 years, so Ted, Terri Ann, Norm, the birthday girl and I ate sand- wiches for our meal, then the cake was brought out with 9 and 5 candles, which were lit, and we all sang "Happy Birth- day." Pictures were also taken. The cake was decorated in purple and white icing, with flowers and sunglasses around the edges, plus she had a pumpkin pie for lat- er. Her gifts and cards were opened and some gifts were fuzzy socks, a solar light with witches and a solar dancing pump- kin. We took her out for a ride to see the yard decorations and to see the colorful leaves in the area. Mom did have a great day on her 95th birthday. Have you ever had fried potatoes with onions, but with that you have turnips? Tasty even with bacon and cheese to make a full meal. We watched the 2021 World Series, when the T V decided to get reception. We watched the Atlanta Braves win in Game 6 over the Houston Astros. I can't think of anything more to write about, so the lights are about to dim for this week. Keep an eye on family and friends. Slow down and see all the won- ders and beauty in your area. Stay safe and wear your mask in crowds. As al- ways, smile, wave and say "hi" to every- one you see this week. To enter the Birthday Club, email your name, ad- dress, phone number and birthdate to birthdayclub@ pressdispatch.net or fill out the form at www.pressdis- patch.net/birthday. Only the person's name, town and birthday will appear in the paper. As an added bonus, one lucky person each month will re- ceive a free three month Press-Dispatch subscription. This month's birthdays have a chance to win a $25 gift certifi- cate from Oakland City Hometown IGA. THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS Jagar Dent .................................... Jasper ............ 11/10 Kevin Myers .............................. Petersburg ......... 11/11 Becky A. Shoultz ....................... 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