Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Lily Anderson started a new journey Saturday night. Thousands will miss this precious little one who brought so much courage to all of us. But this isn't goodbye...it's a chance to grow. Lily wouldn't have it any other way.
UPDATE: 12-18-12, 1:50 a.m. (Funeral arrangements) Lily's Obituary: Lillian Kate Anderson, 11, of Cumming, earned her angel wings on Dec. 15, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Atlanta she was the daughter of Joel and Jennifer Anderson. Lily was a sixth grader at Vickery Creek Middle School. She was a cheerleader and loved to sing. She was fearless, outgoing and beautiful. She was a perfect girl who never met a stranger. She provided light to all around her and an inspiration to the world! In addition to her parents, Lily is survived by her sister, Audrey Marlene Anderson, age 5, and her grandparents, Michael and Marlene Tallant and Jim and Kay Anderson. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Dec. 18 from 1 p.m. …
Saturday, July 28, 2012
She's pretty like a lily, but she's also tough as nails. Eleven-year-old Lily Anderson is showing cancer who's boss. Hear from her live during WSB's Care-a-Thon on July 26-27.
If there's an art to battling cancer, 11-year-old Lily Anderson has it down pat. Her war is a strategic battle that combines knowledge, diplomacy and perseverance against the enemy, in this case, known as Neuoroblastoma cancer. Neuroblastoma is an aggressive cancer that develops from nerve cells and most often makes its appearance in children under the age of five. However, Lily was 8-years-old when she was diagnosed with stage four Neuroblastoma in 2009. She was admitted to the AFLAC Cancer Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to undergo treatment that would aggressively rival her cancer during a notoriously long program which holds no promises. Her parents, Joey and Jennifer Anderson were blindsided with the news. "I remember …
Monday, June 11, 2012
From reducing congestion to the possibility of passing the TSPLOST referendum, the future looks wide open for Georgia 400.
Safety is the main concern for those driving on Georgia 400. Its expansion is looming, and the GA 400 Summit covered the questions surrounding the project as well as its funding. The event took place at the Forsyth Conference Center Thursday and was co-hosted by the Cumming-Forsyth County, the Dawson County and Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chambers of Commerce. The presentation began with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta spokeswoman, Linda Cole expressing parent's concerns over GA 400 becoming a problem when it comes to reaching the healthcare facility efficiently. “It’s fairly common for parents to arrange their children’s appointments around the traffic pattern on GA 400,” Cole said. “In an emergency situation, every second is critical…
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Debating topics from synthetic drugs to the need for experience in law enforcement, candidates established their qualifications for sheriff of Forsyth County.
The Forsyth County Tea Party Patriot Alliance hosted the second sheriff's debate on Monday night. Challenger, County Coroner Lauren McDonald, answered the first question from the audience, "What must be the top priority for the next term of sheriff, other than the obvious, public safety?" McDonald explained that if we're going to have a great community tomorrow, we've got to start today within our schools. "I think the most important thing for the next sheriff of this county is our children," he said. "There are issues within our school system. There's the smoke shops in our community and what they're providing to 18-year-olds who are going into our schools and selling to 17 and 16-year-olds. We've got to make a difference there." …
Monday, May 7, 2012
Harnessing a detailed understanding of county development is no small task, but if you've ever wondered why everyone wants to live in Forsyth County, the State of the Community Address covered the biggest reasons at Thursday's luncheon.
Given Forsyth County's rapid growth, it's no surprise that this year's State of the Community Address drew nearly four hundred guests including government officials, business owners and county commissioners. The Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and the Council for Quality Growth co-hosted the much anticipated event that confirmed Forsyth County's commitment to collaborative leadership for promoting continued excellence for quality of life. Announcements began with introductions recognizing elected officials present at the event, including Congressman Rob Woodall, Mayor H. Ford Gravitt, Commissioner Patrick Bell, Senator Jack Murphy and city council member Rupert Sexton, just to name a few. The Chamber of Commerce was …
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
If you're married, socialize responsibly or get off the book. Take our Facebook/online socializing poll for those in committed relationships.
It all starts with a "meaningless" poke, but where it leads from there is all up to you. Facebook affairs are running rampant in households where married individuals are vulnerable to getting snagged into a liaison that can lead to a very unhappy ending. Here's why you need to put the book down before it's too late. Don't be misled into thinking a Facebook flirtation is safe as long as it remains online. Before you know it, you could be impervious to your own fears about having a full blown affair. The incremental affair often starts with a friend request, perhaps from an old high school pal or even a new acquaintance you met at a social event. Exchanged messages will likely include empty compliments or the over-used line, "I had a crush …
Monday, December 26, 2011
There's a reason we have repeat offenders in the juvenile court systems.
Teenagers are the most protected species on the planet, and some of them know it. They fall under the category of repeat offenders whose nefarious acts of destruction or violence land them no more than a slap on the wrist and a bad reputation. Thanks to the leniency of America's juvenile court system, for many teens, there's no genuine incentive for true reform. In many cases, the system merely represents an induction of sorts for young offenders to familiarize themselves with customizing the details of the law to their advantage. And where is the legal delineation between the teens who commit minor crimes, or are falsely accused and those who are detained for major assault and battery? Throwing them into the same pile should be a crime …
Monday, October 31, 2011
Halloween then and now. The rules have changed, so please, let your children celebrate Halloween.
I know families who forbid their children to celebrate Halloween or go trick-or- treating for religious reasons. Isn't this ironically "pagan" in our modern society? Call me a rebel, but I think we can safely say none of us are tempting God's providence when we celebrate Halloween. We all know now that evil "spirits" don't actually exist, and there's no reason to believe our children are going to turn to the occult if we allow them to go trick-or-treating. Most of us understand the genesis of Halloween dates back more than 2,000 years ago when the Celts celebrated the end of the year on Nov. 1. They firmly believed that on All Hallows Eve, and All Hallows Day, specific rituals needed to be performed in order to protect the living from the …
Monday, October 17, 2011
Think you've got what it takes to save your child's life in the event of a true emergency? When disaster strikes, it requires more than intuition to make the right decisions. Parents in the CERT program are an asset to their family and community.
If you're in the habit of skimming over the news about CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training, take a closer look–it might just save your family's life. Seconds count when you're waiting for first responders or the paramedics to arrive. If there's a community disaster such as a tornado or hurricane, those seconds often turn into minutes, hours and sometimes even days that can prove deadly. Forsyth County's CERT Training Program is intense, but gives you the skills and assessment abilities you'll need to lend a hand or even try to save lives in the midst of widespread panic. You'll be officially CERT certified and good to go after successfully completing the training. The main purpose for CERT training is to empower people with …
Monday, October 10, 2011
Why spanking your child makes you look like the weakling.
Spanking. It's been a staple in many a parenting pantry since the beginning of time. But these days, it seems overrated, outdated and most of all, a weak excuse for not taking the time to get a more meaningful point across to your child. The message spanking often sends is effective in accomplishing two things; degrading your child's self-esteem and making you look like a tyrant who lacks real communication skills. Cultures differ when it comes to the acceptance of spanking children. For example, in Kenya, spanking at school as well as in the home is a common practice. In Thailand, spanking is very rare because Buddhism foundations discourage violence. America can best be described as the spanking melting pot given its cultural diversity. …
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12:31 am on Thursday, March 21, 2013
Such a bright light shining briefly in this world, now in the hearts of many forever. I'm so sorry the world lost such a sweet little angel. Lily, I know that you are peaceful in heaven. God bless the impact she had on the world. Let us find a cure for cancer if it be thy will. Amen. more ›