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FORSYTH COUNTY NEWS-SUNDAY, JANUARY 26. 19*2
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Goodbye , old friend
I have only had three cars thus far
and for the purchase of each and ev
ery one of them, I have always gotten a
second and, sometimes a third, fourth
and fifth, opinion on whether or not I
should buy them. Mind you, my mind
was already made up before I consult
ed with other people, but what 1 was
looking for was confirmation and ap
proval that I was making the right de
cision; a good decision.
And I have liked each of the cars
that I have had. Even the first one
which was a certified lemon. You
could tell because it was yellow.
But the one car that is rich with
history, was the latest A Persian blue
1985 Thunderbird.
Oh, she wasn’t a ’66 T-bird, nor was
she a ’59 T-bird with the porthole win
dows. But she was a good car. A reli
able car.
When I purchased it back in 1986. it
wasn’t exactly what I had in mind.
What I wanted was something bigger.
Something stronger. Something that
was sturdy, dependable, trustworthy.
Something that could hit the road run
ning and go up the side of Stone
Mountain if it had to.
What I got was something that was
sturdy, dependable, trustworthy and
hit the road running, but in a much
quieter sort of way.
What I got was my father’s idea of
luxury, prestige and success.
Somehow, while I was looking
around to see what it was I really
wanted to drive, my father put it into
my head that I wanted a Thunderbird.
What I didn’t realize then was that it
was my father who wanted the Thun
derbird. And if he couldn’t have it,
then his little girl could.
My father traded cars on almost a
yearly basis, each time upgrading the
model of car. I think what my father
was looking for was a car that, to other
people, would proclaim him as ‘some
body.’ He really bought in to that be
lief that a person’s success is mea
sured by the kind of car they can
afford to buy.
I really didn’t consider it at the
time. After all, he was my dad and I
trusted him. If he said I needed a
Thunderbird, then I needed a
Thunderbird.
Going to the car lot was a unique
experience. The salesman put me
first into a black T-bird. I immediately
rejected that one because there were
buttons all across the panel, from one
side of the car to the other. I told him
that I wanted to drive a car, not fly it. I
just didn’t need all those buttons.
Then he offered to put me into a
Lincoln. “Just sit in it,” he said.
So, I sat in it Then got out
“A Thunderbird,” I said. “Nothing
Service News
NICHOLS
Janita Dawn Nichols, a 1990 gradu
ate of Forsyth Central High School in
Cumming, recently enlisted in the
United States Navy for guaranteed
training at the Navy’s seaman school.
Janita, the daughter of Jimmy C.
Nichols of Mount Airy, Ga. and Linda
L. Rush of Cumming, enlisted under
the Navy’s Delayed Entry' Program
and will report to Recruit Training
Center in Orlando, Fla. in May of 1992
for active duty where she will undergo
basic training.
Upon completion of basic training,
Janita will begin 4 weeks of schooling
at Orlando in the seamanship field.
Under the Seaman Apprentice Pro
gram, persons who have not chosen a
specific career field receive general
shipboard and nautical training prior
to being assigned to a Navy ship. Once
shipboard, they may train in a job, or
request additional Navy schooling in
a field they are qualified for.
CRESPO
Stephany Elizabeth Crespo, a se
nior at South Forsyth High School in
Cumming, recently enlisted in the
United States Navy for guaranteed
training at the Navy’s hospital corps
man school.
Stephany, the daughter of Gwen
Gorton of Cumming, enlisted under
the Navy’s Delayed Entry Program
and will complete high school before
reporting for active duty. Stephany
will report to Recruit Training Center
in Orlando, Fla. in August of 1992 for
active duty where she will undergo
basic training.
Upon completion of basic training,
Stephany will begin 14 weeks of
schooling at Great Lakes, 111. in the
medical field.
Navy Hospital Corpsmen assist pro
fessionals in providing healthcare to
service members and their families.
They act as pharmacists, medical
technicians, food service personnel,
nurses’ aids, battlefield medics, x-ray
technicians, physicians’ or dentists’
assistants, and more. Their work falls
into several categories: first aid and
minor surgery, patient transporta
tion, patient care, prescriptions and
laboratory work, food service inspec
tions and clerical duties.
McConnell
Airman Shannon E. McConnell has
graduated from the airlift aircraft
maintenance specialist course at
Sheppard Air Force Base, Wichita,
Tex.
Students were taught aircraft main
tenance fundamentals for repairing
and servicing aircraft with turbo en
gines. Maintenance management and
documentation were alsojtaught for
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but a Thunderbird.”
So then he showed me this Persian
blue Thunderbird. It was instant love.
I really didn’t need to take it for a test
drive. It was mine.
But test drive it I did. And it was
truly the beginning of a beautiful
relationship.
Baby, as I named her, (her because
of her durability), made it twice
across the country, pulling a U-Haul
both times. She let me know in no
uncertain terms that she didn’t like it
but she made it
Somebody tried to break into her
out in LA, but I don’t think she would
let them.
She was rear-ended a few months
ago, but I swear you couldn’t tell it.
There wasn’t the first scratch on the
bumper, but you should have seen the
hood of that car that hit us!
And she probably could have made
it up Stone Mountain if we had want
ed to.
When my dad died in 1988,1 swore
that I would never trade Baby in. No
matter what
Because it was the last thing I did
that my dad was proud of.
I broke that promise. It was a ques
tion of feasibility. It just wasn’t feasi
ble to keep Baby on the road any
longer.
I usually don’t make big decisions
without first making a major consulta
tion with someone. Someone whose
expertise and advice I value, trust and
respect. Like my dad.
So when I purchased a new car re
cently, without first consulting with
everyone I knew, it shook me up just a
little.
But I think what shook me up the
most was the fact that I didn’t have my
dad’s seal of approval.
Funny thing, that parental approv
al. Some of us still seek it in
adulthood.
But making this decision on my own
also shook me up because it meant
that I no longer needed anyone’s
approval.
Not even dad’s.
And the only person that I need to
confirm my decisions, is me.
’Bye, Baby. I hope the new car has
half the heart that you do.
And I trust that dad’s proud of me.
assessing the aircraft readiness
capability.
The airman is the son of Melanie
Borum of 2500 Impala Dr., Cumming
and Junior F. McConnell of
Alpharetta.
He is a 1991 graduate of Forsyth
Central High School, Cumming.
CANCEL
Marine Pfc. Franklin D. Cancel, son
of Ruben A and Josie W. Cancel of
2414 Old Atlanta Rd., Cumming, re
cently reported for duty with 4th Ma
rine Aircraft Wing, Naval Air Station
Atlanta, Marietta, Ga.
The 1989 graduate of Forsyth Coun
ty High School joined the Marine
Corps in April 1991.
BELL
Navy Construction Recruit Jona
than L. Bell, son of Rayford A Bell of
Cumming recently graduated from
Basic Steelworkers School.
During the course at Naval Con
struction Training Center, Gulfport,
Ms., students receive training in blue
print reading, sheet metal work, elec
tric arc and oxyacetylene welding,
splicing wire and fiber ropes, rigging
blocks and tackle, A-frame structures
and pontoons, and bending and plac
ing reinforced steel for concrete
construction.
Bell joined the Navy in July, 1991.
NIX
Marine Pvt. James C. Nix, son of
Ethel G. Dodd of Cumming, recently
completed the Small Arms Repair
Course.
During the course, at the U.S. Army
Ordnance Center and School, Aber
deen Proving Ground, MD, students
receive instruction on the operation,
inspection, maintenance, and repair
of rifles, pistols, shotguns, subma
chine guns, grenade launchers, mor
tars, and other automatic weapons.
Studies also include preparation of
weapons for shipment, storage, and
related safety precautions.
The 1991 graduate of Dawson Coun
ty High School, Dawsonville, joined
the Marine Corps in June 1991.
BREWER
Navy Petly Officer 3rd Class Derek
E. Brewer, a 1989 graduate of Forsyth
County High School of Cumming, re
cently returned to Norfolk, Va. aboard
the destroyer tender USS Shenando
ah following a seven month deploy
ment to the Mediterranean and the
Red Sea.
Brewer deployed with the USS For
restal battle group in May 1991 and
participated in various operations,
including support for the Kurdish re
lief effort.
Brewer joined the Navy in Novem
ber 1989. V
Horoscopes
ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19): Morning hours
are your best time for work gains. Later, dis
tractions and the unexpected may throw you
off course. Scrutinize new propositions
carefully.
TAURUS (Apr 20 to May 20): Though ro
mance is highlighted today, there could be a
mix-up about getting together. Be sure to
save time for relaxing pursuits now, but
avoid self-indulgence.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): You will add a
decorative touch to the home or spend some
time alone with a hobby Where romance is
concerned, you need to keep your feet on the
ground. Don't fantasize.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22): Once again,
you are sought after and in demand socially.
Be careful that you do not let work obliga
tions slide. You are unclear about how to
handle a domestic concern.
LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22): Social graces put
you in good stead with higher-ups. Your
charm opens important doors for you, but
there is no need to play the part of the big
spender.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept 22): While your
heart yearns for distant locales, there may be
an immediate domestic concern that re
quires your attention. Deceptive trends oc
cur tonight
LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22): Today you may
suffer a bout of laziness or perhaps it is inde
cision that stifles action. Enjoy artistic pur
suits. Financial developments are quite
favorable.
SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21): Unexpected
expenditures could arise now. However, be
sure to accept social invitations. Singles
meet with romantic introductions. Rumors
make the rounds after dark.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21): Not
everything goes as planned today, but your
good will insures you a measure of business
success now. Friends and money combine
unfavorably tonight.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19): Despite
some last minute hitches, travel looks auspi
cious. A weekend away could lead to a new
romance. Some career aspirations may be
out of line now.
AQUARIUS(Jan.2OtoFeb. 18): Somebody
drives a hard bargain in business, but domes
tic matters are favored. You may do some
entertaining. Daydreamingtendencies are to
the fore tonight.
PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20): A career meet
ing may be postponed. The accent now is on
heart-to-heart talks and togetherness. It is
not a good time for financial involvements
with friends.
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woman is being harassed
DEAR ABB Y: If a man asks his sec
retary out to dinner with the implica
tion that they will spend the night to
gether, is he then guilty of sexual
harassment?
If he uses the exact same wording to
invite his wife out to dinner, is he
guilty of sexual harassment? If not
does it mean that a woman loses a part
of her constitutional rights by the very
act of getting married?
If the wife says, “Not tonight dear, I
have a headache,” and he persists,
can she have him arrested for rape?
I’m worried. - A MALE IN NEW
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DEAR NEW MEXICO MALE: If a
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with the implication that they will
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guilty of sexual harassment unless the
secretary says “no” to spending the
night and he uses his position of pow
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mind.
And whether the woman is a wife or
girlfriend, if she says “no,” the answer
should be NO. Being married to a per-
Births
Parks
Danny and Melissa Parks of Cum
ming are proud to announce the birth
of their son, Jason Timothy Parks. Ja
son Timothy was born on Jan. 3,1992
at 5:20 p.m. at North Fulton Medical
Center and weighed 9 lbs. 1 oz.
Chapman
Robert Clifford and Marsh Ann
Chapman of Cumming proudly an
nounce the birth of their daughter,
Tiffany Brooke Chapman. Tiffany
Brooke was born on Jan. 5, 1992 at
North Fulton Medical Center at 12:50
a.m. She weighed in at 7 lbs. 9 oz.
Maternal grandparents are Mary
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son does not entitle the mate to sexual
favors. Both parties must be willing,
or it’s no go.
The same holds true with “Not to
night, dear, I have a headache.” A
woman does not even have to have a
headache. If she says “no” because
she doesn’t feel like it - it’s still NO.
DEAR ABBY: My niece’s husband,
“Jim,” disciplines their 2-year-old
son, “Timmy,” in a matiner that trou
bles me.
On a recent restaurant outing, when
Timmy began to whine, Jim reached
over and twisted the boy’s earlobe
roughly.
Later, Timmy cried out, “Daddy,
Lou Brannon and J.T. Lee of
Cumming.
Paternal grandparents are Grady
Chapman of Ballground and Patricia
Payne of Dallas, Ga.
Griffin
Alan and Lisa Griffin of Cumming
are proud to announce the birth of
their daughter, Elise Nicole Griffin.
Elise Nicole was born on Jan. 13,1992
at North Fulton Medical Center at
12:32 p.m. and weighed 8 lbs. 8 oz.
Maternal grandparents are Judy
and Bill Randall and James W. and
Peggy Shirley of Charlotte, N.C.
Paternal grandparents are Jean
and James Hughes and Clingon and
Gladys Griffin of Cumming.
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stop pinching me!” Jim had pinched
Timmy’s leg under the table.
My niece doesn’t comment on any of
this, but I am concerned. I wonder
how Jim treats the child when we are
not around.
I have heard that Jim’s father was
very cruel to him at times, and I’m
wondering if that’s the reason he
treats his son this way.
What, if anything, should we do? --
WORRIED
DEAR WORRIED: You should
have a talk with your niece and her
husband about what you have ob
served. Be open about the fact that it’s
obvious that Jim’s patience is some
times tried, and he impulsively re
sorts to physical means to discipline
Timmy. Mention the earlobe twisting
and pinching the child under the ta
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classes available; their pediatrician
can recommend the best.
Bennett
Tim and Karen Bennett of Glen
ville, Ga. proudly announce the birth
of their daughter, Chelsea Celeste
Bennett. Chelsea Celeste was born at
Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton,
Ga. on Jan. 11,1992 at 10:44 a.m. She
weighed 6 lbs. V/z oz.
Proud grandparents are Bobby and
Dianne Sterling, Ed Bennett and An
nette and Bryon Cox all from Cum
ming. Detrick Derrence of Glenville,
Ga.
Great grandparents are Lewis and
Miriam Sterling, the late O.C. and
Madlene Youngblood and the late
Grady and Imogene Bennett and Mar
jorie Castaen.
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