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When you say yes to everything it leads to stress, exhaustion, and less time for your own needs. Setting boundaries does not mean you care less about others. It means you understand that your health matters, too. How to Set Healthy Boundaries ● Know your limits. Pay attention to when you feel tired, stressed, or overwhelmed. ● Practice saying no. You do not need to give a long explanation. A simple, "I'm sorry, but I can't take that on right now," is enough. ● Make time for yourself. Protect time for rest, healthy meals, exercise, and activities you enjoy. ● Be kind to yourself. Remind yourself that you deserve the same care and understanding you give others. Remember, you do not have to feel guilty for putting your health first. Start with one small boundary and build from there. Your well-be- ing matters. Taking care of yourself helps you show up as your best self for the people and activities you care about. A Taste of Wayne County Awaits on October 24! Get ready to experience one of Wayne County's most delicious and anticipated community events of the year! Taste of Wayne returns Saturday, October 24, from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the Goldsboro Event Center, 1501 S. Slocumb Street, Goldsboro. Presented by the Wayne County Cham- ber of Commerce, Taste of Wayne brings together some of the best local restaurants, caterers and food vendors for an unfor- gettable evening celebrating the flavors, businesses and people that make Wayne County special. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to sample a wide variety of delicious dishes while en- joying great music, fellowship and friendly competition. And this year, you get to be the judge! Attendees will vote for the Top 3 Dishes of Taste of Wayne, with first place taking home $500, second place receiving $300, and third place earning $200. But the money isn't the only prize — winners will also earn the ultimate honor: bragging rights as Taste of Wayne Champions! Tickets are $30 in advance through October 22 and $40 at the door. Bring your appetite, invite your friends and family, and come discover your next favor- ite Wayne County dish! Saturday, October 24 | 5:00–8:00 p.m. Goldsboro Event Center | 1501 S. Slocumb Street Come hungry. Vote for your favorite. Leave happy. And help crown the Taste of Wayne Champions! What Dolly Meant to Us and Young Children By Valerie Wallace Dolly Parton meant so much to young children and their families. Through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, she gave children more than a book in the mailbox each month—she gave them an opportu - nity to dream, imagine, learn, and discover a world beyond their own. Dolly understood that a child's earliest years are some of the most important. She knew that putting books into the hands of young children could build early literacy skills and prepare them for success in school. Her books also created special moments between children and the adults who love them, time to sit together, talk, laugh, ask questions, and share a story. For many children, receiving a book addressed especially to them makes them feel important. It is something of their very own to read. The Partnership for Children of Wayne County is committed to helping keep Dolly's dream alive by continuing to put books into the hands and homes of young children through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library or their book fund which will support literacy efforts for children throughout Wayne County. Community members, businesses, churches, civic organizations, and others who share Dolly's belief in the power of books can contribute to the PFCW Book Fund. Every gift, no matter the amount, helps us con - tinue creating opportunities for children to experience the joy of reading(htps://pfcw.org) Dolly gave children books. Those books gave them stories. Those stories inspired dreams. And those dreams opened a world of possibilities. Together, we can keep Dolly's dream alive—one child and one book at a time. Let's be like Dolly! Setting Boundaries Without guilt By Jessica Daly Bringing 4-H To Your Home! By Jessica Hamilton Empowering the next generation starts right at the kitchen table. Each month, our local 4-H program shares a new at-home activity designed to build confidence, leadership, and practical life skills in local youth. Clip this column, gather your supplies, and start creating together today! Soda Bottle Bird Feeder: Upcycle a clean plas- tic soda bottle into a functional backyard bird feeder. Insert wooden spoons through the sides to act as perches, fill it with birdseed, and hang it near a window to practice local wildlife ob- servation. Supplies: 1 clean plastic soda bottle with cap, 2 wooden spoons, craft knife, bird- seed, twine. Step 1: Carefully cut a 1-inch hole through one side of the bottle, roughly 3 inches up from the bottom. Cut a matching hole di- rectly opposite it so a wooden spoon can slide completely through the bottle. Step 2: Repeat the cutting process 3 inches higher up on the bottle, rotating the placement 90 degrees so the second spoon crosses perpendicularly. Step 3: Push the wooden spoons through the holes so the wide, scooped ends act as feeding perches. Fill the bottle with birdseed, screw the cap on tightly, tie twine around the neck, and hang it outside. We would love to see your creations! Tag us on Facebook, Wayne County 4-H, NC Cooperative Extension. If you would like more information on how to get involved with Wayne County 4-H, visit our website: https://wayne.ces.ncsu.edu/4-h-youth-de- velopment/ or email Jessica Hamilton, 4-H Agent, at jessica.hamilton@waynegov.com SPEAKERS Hunter Hijma, BSPH Health Education Supervisor Wayne County Health Department Sherry Strickland BSN, RN, NCCPHN Tammy Thornton Public Health Nurses Wayne County Health Department What You'll Learn Risk Factors Warning Signs Screening Breast Density Know your breasts. Recognize changes. Know when to ask. Plus: Hands-On Learning with lifelike breast models October 15 7:00 PM Trusted information. Meaningful conversation. Held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 532 Country Day Road Goldsboro, NC 27530 BREAST HEALTH What Every Woman Should Know ALL ARE WELCOME FREE NO REGISTRATION NEEDED Follow Wellspring on Facebook Programs Speakers Updates SCAN TO FOLLOW