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Each month we will feature a new baby from your neighborhood in this Quigley ad.

Apparently, somebody decided to dress up the neighborhood, literally, with this colorful number. Oh, and if you’re missing a scarf, check the telephone poles along Hillcrest — one them may be wearing it.

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IS ENOUGH ENOUGH?

Let the man in the mirror answer that question

Quite a few years ago, a couple of us were talking with our pastor about how our church was going to fund the coming year.

It was a small church, membership was stagnant, dollars were hard to come by, and the two of us had been tapped to devise a plan to squeeze more blood from the same turnips, so to speak.

As these things tend to go at a church, the discussion turned to the “tithe” and whether talking about donating a specific percentage of members’ income was realistic, given our daily living expenses and the responsibilities we have to ourselves and to our families, much less to something or someone else.

The “how much” part was pretty clear, since 10 percent is the generally

referred-to magic number. But the “how much is enough” question was harder to answer.

And then the other guy threw the pastor a curve.

“Do I calculate my tithe before or after taxes?” he asked the pastor. “And which taxes count?”

He had a point: There are property taxes and sales taxes and gasoline

better parent or spouse.

We’re expected to break new ground in a new year, so it seems, and we generally give it a game effort for a week or two or three.

And then those eternal questions arise again: How much is enough? How much do I really need to do differently, and what difference will it really make?

Why can’t I just eat what I want? Do I really need that much exercise? Does my boss deserve my best effort? Can I be a better parent or spouse?

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taxes and all kinds of other taxes, and surely we should get a “discount” for some of these taxes as part of the tithe equation.

And as it turns out, “how much is enough” is a question that never goes away, particularly this time of year.

Every January, most of us at least toss a glance in the direction of doing something different with our lives. Maybe it’s eating less or eating better. Maybe it’s exercising. Maybe it’s putting in more effort at work or trying to be a

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If only there was a concrete answer to those questions, so you and I and everyone else could just get on with the business of doing what we need to do to live our lives correctly.

As it turns out, thinking back to how the pastor answered the guy’s tax-andtithe question that day, there is at least one take-it-to-the-bank answer.

“Well,” the pastor told us, clearing his throat and leaning forward ever so slightly.

“When you’re trying to figure out how much is enough,” he said, “look in a mirror, smile widely, and ask yourself what you need to do to keep looking that way all year long.”

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As it turns out, “how much is enough” is a question that never goes away, particularly this time of year.

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MEJA BLUE 99 SOCCER TEAM’S FUNDRAISER FOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH

In an effort to raise money for breast cancer research, the 11-year old girls on the MEJA Blue 99 soccer team challenged neighbors to pay $1 for every goal they scored in October. The team of 16 managed to score eight goals, earning $1,107, which they donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

—MARLENACHAVIRA-MEDFORD

Way to go girls!

—-BECKY WAND

BLISS RAWCAFÉ OPENATPRESTON CENTER

Bliss Raw Café is open at Preston Center, about half a block west of Einstein Bagels, right off Brookshire. Maria Whitworth, who handles marketing for the restaurant, tells me the concept will stay the same: It’ll be all about superfoods and elixirs. Blackboard specials will also be offered monthly. And much like the Greenville location, it’ll be a small space just 700 square feet with room for about 30.

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Congrats, Bliss! I look forward to visiting your new location. Keep up the good work — love, love, love the food!

—TRYSTANTORRES

sweet deliveries

“everyone loves a cupcake.” It’s a simple truth, tressa Leboeuf says, and it may be why her business, citizen Sweet, is booming. Leboeuf launched a cupcake delivery business earlier this year, and already her growing customer-base runs the gamut. “If you’re in the corporate world, this is a great gift to send a client because we can even customize the box with a company’s colors or logo. or, if you’re a working mom who doesn’t have time to bake cupcakes and drop them off at your child’s school, we can deliver them for you with a card that says ‘love mom’.” Aside from cupcakes, customers can order muffins, twists and cookies. All of those are baked fresh daily with organic ingredients. “I’m a foodie at heart, so it was really important to me that we made real food, no preservatives, trans fat, or anything artificial.” In fact, Leboeuf explains that her top-selling cupcake is the black velvet, “not to be confused with red velvet, because there’s no red dye no. 4 in it.”

—Marlena Chavira-Medford

FiNd CitizeN Sweet oNLiNe At CitizeNSweet.Com. Most deliveries can be made the same day, though it’s preferred to place orders a day in advance. orders range from $4 to $27, and delivery ranges from $10 to $15 depending on distance. You can also receive weekly discounts, like free delivery, by subscribing to the newsletter.

A guide through the mAze of city-rel Ated questions ?

how can i request a bus stop closer to my house? What if i ’m not A ble to m A ke the walk at all?

it’s easier than you might think to get a bus to come closer to you, as opposed to you walking block after block just to get to the nearest bus stop. the entire process may only take a matter of weeks, so it might be to your benefit to inquire about a new bus stop closer to your home. here’s how it works:

1. first, contact dArt you will need to complete a request form, which will ask for information such as where you would like the bus stop to be, and why it would be beneficial to have a bus stop at that particular location. if the new location is within a pre-existing bus route, then the process will be a lot easier and less time-intensive. if the location is outside the boundaries of dArt bus routes, your request will go to city councilmen, who ultimately will decide the outcome.

2. After receiving the request, dArt begins investigating the new location. its surveyors look at factors such as the number of riders in and around your neighborhood that the new bus stop would benefit. they also will be looking for potential reasons why a bus stop wasn’t in that location to begin with (such as a history of vandalism, damage, etc.). the surveyors will then come up with an assessment of why the neighborhood doesn’t have

service, and present those findings to city council. it will then take 10–15 business days for the city to determine whether or not to add the bus stop.

3. senior citizens and people with disabilities are able to avoid all the hassle and take advantage of dArt ’s paratransit program. the paratransit buses are wheelchair accessible, and offer curbside service to anyone who can’t easily make it to the nearest bus stop. it’s not a service for the lazy, however; paratransit riders must submit the necessary forms (available on dArt ’s website) and provide a doctor’s assessment. Anyone approved simply needs to provide a schedule of when and where he will need picked up at on specific days and hours.

for more information about this or any other transit issue, contact dArt at 214.749.3333 or visit dart.org. —ASHA

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01.11&01.25 DFW INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP

INSTITuTE FORuM $50 The DFW International Community Alliance announces this seminar series led by local cultural group leaders, which will explore what it means to be a “new American” in today’s multi-ethnic business world. The program also includes workshops on non-profit management, which covers topics such as how to create bylaws, keep minutes, set agendas, etc. Sessions are offered on alternating Mondays from 6-7:30 p.m., and each series of three classes costs $50, or $140 for the complete 9-class program. Register at dfwinternational. org/leadership or by calling 972.661.2764.

DFW International, 12830 Hillcrest, dfwinternational.org.

01.23 INDIA NITE $8-$12

Celebrate India Republic Day with a cultural kaleidoscope of colorful dance and music. The Indian Association of North Texas presents this 34th annual showcase from 4-10 p.m. Tickets to the show are available on a first come, first-served basis and can be purchased at indianite.iant.org. Southern Methodist University’s McFarlin Memorial Auditorium, 6405 Boaz.

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BORN TO BE WILD

$50 This will likely be the only time you see a rabbi sporting leather chaps. Then again, it’s not so typical to have a fundraiser at a biker bar. The Jewish Community Center is taking over the legendary Stokers Dallas for a ‘biker chic’ bash complete with plenty of food, an open bar and a deejay. Tickets can be purchased at jccdallas.org and are $50 each, or buy five for $200. 9304 Harry Hines, stokersdallas.com.

—Marlena CHavira-MeDforD

01.27 PRESTON ROYAL BOOK CLuB

FREE The Hillcrest Forest Neighborhood Association and the Preston Royal Library have teamed up to form this community book club, which is free and open to anyone interested. The group meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. inside the auditorium at the Preston Royal Library. January’s book selection is “ Buddha: A Story of Enlightenment” by Deepak Chopra. Librarian Vaughn Burkholder will reserve several copies of each book selection. Please contact him at 214.670.7128 for details about putting a book on reserve. Preston Royal Library, 5626 Royal, hillcrestforest.org/bookclub.

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TERILLI’S OD FB Terilli’s, which has been open for over 20 years, continues to attract savvy diners interested in great food, live jazz, and tons of fun! Terilli’s unique Italian fare, including their signature ‘Italchos’ (Italian nachos), brightens a stressful day or provides the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening! Speaking of romance, don’t miss the the opportunity to soak in some live jazz while you experience Terilli’s fine Italian fare! 2815 Greenville Ave. 214.827.3993.

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We are in mourning as we celebrate the Advocate annual Cheap Wine extravaganza and $10 Wine Osborne Solaz, the Spanish red blend that has stay of the Hall since its inception, is being fazed porate term is “selectively distributed in stores throughout U.S.,” but the reality is that the wine won’t be for stores where you used to buy it. (Osborne is replacing the Solaz with a brand called TempraTantrum; hopefully, it tastes better than the name.)

Otherwise, despite the weak dollar, 2009 was a banner year for cheap wine. The only other wines to drop out did so because the weak dollar pushed their prices above $10 — Falesco Vitiano, which produces a solid rosé, an even more solid white blend and a stunning red blend made of sangiovese, cabernet and merlot.

The Hall added five wines: A California chenin blanc from Vinum Cellars called CNW; Notorius, a white wine from Sicily; a red Rhone wine, La Ferme de Gicon; and vini merlot from Bulgaria, which may be the best cheap merlot I’ve ever tasted. Also, look for the 2007 Bota Box cabernet sauvingon, which at $5 a bottle, is a steal. I can’t, however, recommend any newer vintages.

Here’s the rest of this year’s Hall of Fame: and especially the petite sirah. the Spanish sparkling wine, which comes in brut (dry), extra dry (sweeter than brut) and rosé.

about $12 for a 1-liter box). which can be found for as little as $6. and especially the sauvignon blanc, from southern France.

—JEFF SIEGEL

WITH YOUR WINE

New Year’s black-eyed peas

Eating black-eyed peas for New Year’s is a Southern tradition that is supposed to bring good luck. But you don’t have to settle for canned beans. Put this on the stove to simmer after lunch, check on it periodically, and you’ll have dinner without much effort. Serve this with your favorite $10 wine.

Serves 4, takes about 2.5 hours

1 lb dried black-eyed peas

1 onion, chopped

1 carrot, chopped

1 celery stalk, chopped

1/2 bell pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 jalapeño, chopped

2 bay leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: Ham hock, pork neck bones or turkey neck bones

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Add water to cover the beans by an inch or so.

2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook until beans are tender. This could take as little as an hour or as long as three or four hours, depending on the beans. You may also need to add water if the beans look dry.

ask the WINE GUY?

Q. WHAT IS THE AVERAGE PRICE OF A BOTTLE OF WINE?

A. A lot less than you think — about $6, according to Nielsen, which tracks U.S. retail wine sales. Most of the wine sold in the U.S. costs less than $10.

—JEFF SIEGEL

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The recently opened Insight Complete Eye Care provides expertise and education in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disease and vision problems. Drs. Ivan Bank and Laura Vondra use cutting edge interactive eye exams not available in most practices to not only improve vision but also gain early detection of overall health issues. Gain insight on your eye health.

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STORY BY MARLENA CHAVIRA-MEDFORD

THE MEDIA PERPETUALLY FEEDS THE PUBLIC’S HUNGER FOR LISTS.

There are useful lists, such as Oprah’s “Top 10 Superfoods”, Time ’s “25 People to Blame for America’s Credit Crisis”, or Esquire ’s “Best Bars in America”. Then there are more gratuitous tabulations — Star magazine’s “Best and Worst Beach Bodies”, or The Enquirer ’s index of gay and not gay celebrities, for instance.

Maybe it’s the order and brevity lists inject into our overwhelming lives, or that they make large quantities of information more digestible. Whatever the reason, the masses enjoy consuming info in the form of neat numbered and bulleted boxes, and the Advocate is here to oblige. In fact, we love lists so much that we’ve compiled a list of lists (sometimes useful, sometimes superfluous) for readers who can’t get enough of them.

The ultimate guide to those off-the-wall yet good-to-know finds in our neighborhood

It’s not that we have anything against Muzak; it’s just that the soft instrumental version of “Riders on the Storm” doesn’t appeal to everyone. These neighborhood haunts have earned favor for putting some real thought into their play list to give us

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1. ZAGUAN BAKERY & CAFÉ. The cool Latin vibe at Zaguan Bakery & Café off Oak Lawn even carries over to the background music. So while you’re dining on Venezuelan cachapas (sweet corn turnsomething by the Buena Vista Social Club. Now that’s what we call chill.

2. NEUHAUS CAFÉ. Lounging at Neuhaus Café in the Preston Royal Shop-thing from indie rock by cool bands throwback R&B jams from the early ’90s you forgot just how much you loved. The absence of “Top 40” tunes here earns this café a thumbs up.

3. NORTHPARK’S METROPARK. The music playing at NorthPark’s Metropark is more like what you’d expect

less like what you’d expect to hear while shopping for graphic tees. If you really want to feel

When it comes to public restrooms, cleanliness is key, but we want to recognize those spots that do a little extra to make your visit comfortable, convenient and, dare we say, entertaining. Here are ...

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when the store really ups the trendy ante and brings in a deejay to spin those fresh beats. Metropark takes so much pride website has its own online music feed so you can feel just as cool when you shop their line at home.

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VALLEY HOUSE GALLERY & SCULPTURE GARDEN. Sitting beneath the leafy canopy as the sun sets over the pond at the Valley House Gallery & Sculpture Garunwind. Owner Kevin Vogel graciously opens his private property so neighbors can a tradition started the previous the folks in East Dallas may have the arboretum. But we have this best-kept secret off Alpha and Hillcrest that’s every bit as lovely and never as crowded.

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For those of us who actually enjoy spicy food (the “good burn”, as we call it), the hot sauce a restaurant offers can make or break our dining experience. But because these spots skip that sissy tomato-sauce stuff, we give a tip of the hat to these

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3. CAFÉ EXPRESS. Café Express at Lovers and Inwood serves up plenty of Sriracha hot sauce, plus free peppers at condiment bar — oh, and keep an eye out for the free breadsticks there, too.

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It’s one of the few guarantees in life: you will have to pay taxes. It’s nice though to see that money working for you, especially when it’s happening right here in the neighborhood. So, despite the city’s budget deficit, we thought it’d be nice to shine a little light on the

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Sitting in waiting rooms ranks up there with filing your taxes and paper cuts — there’s nothing enjoyable about the experience. That is, unless you happen to find yourself in one of these ...

1. ECO CLEANER. Environmentallyconscious drycleaner Eco Cleaner on Lovers near Douglas has a waiting area with comfy leather loungers and free WiFi. We’re not quite sure why you’d want to sit around and wait on your drycleaning, but if you do, this is your spot. Or, if you don’t want to wait, you can take advantage of the free delivery.

2. TEXAS SPORTS MEDICINE & ORTHOPEDIC GROUP. Sports TV is on in this waiting room all day, every day at Texas Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Group in Snider Plaza, making it the ultimate man cave. Plus, there’s a pretty impressive collection of sports memorabilia on the walls that you can check out while you wait.

3. WAXINGTHECITY. OK, so waxing isn’t ever fun, but the stocked minifridge at Waxing the City at Preston Center makes the process a little less

BACHMAN LAKELIBRARY. The Walnut Hill Library we had once upon a time was — well, just another library. But the sparkly new Bachman Lake Library that took its place puts your run-of-the-mill library to shame. This 21,000 square-foot space boasts a 60,000-volume collection of books and media, a Black Box theater for live performances, loaner laptops, and reading rooms with comfy lounging chairs.

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There’s more bad news for housing prices in Preston Hollow. The final six months of 2009 were no better than the first six months, as measured by the fifth Advocate Home Price Snapshot, compiled with the help of Ron Burch at Coldwell Banker.

Home prices declined in Preston Hollow in 2009 in four of the five zip codes where we deliver magazines, compared to three of five zip codes through the first six months of this year. Two areas declined in 2008, and none did in 2007. The biggest decline this time came in 75229, where home prices

home_price_snapshot.) Overall, it looks as if the least expensive neighborhoods did the best.

Elsewhere in the neighborhoods where we do magazines:

• In East Dallas and Lakewood, home prices increased 16 percent in 75223. Prices declined in the remaining four zip codes, but

community

Robin baldock, a nonprofit executive with 23 years of experience, has been hired as the new executive director for the Friends of the Katy Trial. That position has been vacant since Eric Van Steenburg left in September to pursue his doctorate degree. Most recently, Baldock was director of branch capital campaigns for the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. She has also served as director of operations for the Downtown YMCA, and managed the annual Turkey Trot.

loveRs l ane United Methodist chURch has expanded its campus with several new buildings: The Tom Shipp Chapel, which will be used for weddings, funerals and worship; Aldersgate Hall, Watson Hall and Heritage Hall, which will provide new areas for receptions, dinners, meetings and worship; and the Administrative Hall, which will also house the Twenty-One: Twenty-Five book store. llumc.org.

education

MaRsh Middle school recently had several students named to the 2009 All-City Band. Out of approximately 20 middle schools, Marsh had the second highest number of band students who received the honor. Marsh was also the second in the district for the number of first chair players who earned a spot in the band. Marsh students who made the All-City Band include: Alvaro Michael (first chair-bassoon), Jorge Barrera (first chair-french horn), Cristian Martinez (first chair tuba), Erik Aviles (euphonium) and Cody Reedy (trumpet).

most percentage drops were in the low single digits and not at the rates that showed up in the June numbers. The number of days a home spent on the market increased in all five East Dallas zip codes.

dropped 22 percent from their 2008 level and are near the 2005 average.

Meanwhile, the average sale price declined in 15 of the 22 zip codes where we publish magazines. That compares to 17 declines in the first six months of the year, and 14 declines in the 2008 numbers. (For this snapshot, we used sales figures through Nov. 30 reported to the North Texas Real Estate Information System. We compile the snapshot every six months. A chart with complete figures for all 22 zip codes is on our website at advocatemag.com/

• Lake Highlands continued to be a bright spot, with sales prices increasing in three of the four zip codes. The hikes weren’t much, but this is the third consecutive snapshot where Lake Highlands has done better than the norm.

• Far North Dallas was hit even harder than Preston Hollow, with prices declining in all seven zip codes.

• Oak Cliff rallied in the second part of the year, with prices increasing in three of the four areas where we deliver magazines. They had declined in three of four through the middle of the year.

s ee a co MPR ehensive cha R t at advocatemag.com/home_price_ snapshot.

W.t. White senioR Julie Negussie has been elected vice president of the Dallas ISD Teen School Board. Teen Board is comprised of two class officers from each Dallas ISD high school. The board meets monthly to discuss issues affecting DISD students, and they will have an opportunity to offer advice about their concerns to superintendent Hinojosa.

W.t White stUdents Chizitere Anaghara and Selina Rodriguez were named as participants in the 2009 Texas Leadership Forum, a program that focuses on civic involvement while educating students about government. The girls were chosen based on their academic performance and community involvement. Throughout the school year, they and 10 other selected DISD students will attend local leadership forums and participate in community outreach programs. They will also travel to Washington D.C. for a weeklong conference that will give students an inside view of national government operations and public policy debates.

HAVE AN ITEM TO BE fEATurEd?

Please submit news items and/or photos concerning neighborhood residents, activities, honors and volunteer opportunities to editor@advocatemag. com or online at advocate.com/submit_ph_news. Our deadline is the first of the month prior to the month of publication.

—JEFF SIEGEL

The biggest decline this time came in 75229, where home prices dropped 22 percent from their 2008 level and are near the 2005 average.

Overall, it looks as if the least expensive neighborhoods did the best.

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C RISIS O f TEN TURNS OUR GOD PONDERINGS INTO PRAYER

There is no more familiar or beloved Psalm than “The Shepherd’s Psalm”, the twentythird. Attributed to King David, it speaks of God as “my shepherd”, and provides a portrait of a close and loving relationship between the human and the divine.

In almost 37 years of ministry, I suppose I have read it at 90 percent of the funerals and memorial services I have done. And although I usually use one of the modern biblical translations, somehow I cannot read this Psalm in anything but the old King James. I cannot count the times when I have been at the bedside of a sick friend who seems unconscious, but with the first phrase of the Psalm the lips move with me, drawing upon something deep within: “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.”

It wasn’t until many years into the ministry, however, that I noticed a subtle but profound truth in the twenty-third Psalm. It starts out in the third person: “The Lord is my Shepherd,” then it goes on to speak of what God does: “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; he leadeth me beside the still waters ...” Third person talk about God is theology — the study of God. Much of our talk about God falls into this category. We ask questions about God — is there a God? Is God a God of love? Why does God allow suffering? What does God think about the state of human society? Whenever we ask such questions, we are theologians.

But then something happens, in the midst of the Psalm. After green pastures and still waters, the Shepherd leads us “through the valley of the shadow of death.” I am impressed by the way the Bible tells the truth. The Psalms, especially, are honest about life and about us. While it would be comforting to restrict the Psalm to the serene and the beautiful, it would not be realistic, for we know all too well that there is more to life than still waters and green pastures. We know that there are also the valleys, the shadows, and the looming specter of death.

But it is right there, in the valley, that

something profound happens. The Psalmist’s voice changes from third person to second person: “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, thou art with me.” Now the Psalmist is speaking, not about God, but with God. Here the Psalm becomes not theology, but conversation. The rest of the Psalm is a prayer!

That’s the way life is, isn’t it? It’s usually in the valley that prayer is born. Until the

hard times, we may speak about God, but in the dark, God becomes personal, and for the first time we hear ourselves saying “Thou”. I’ve heard many people express guilt that they never spoke much with God until some crisis came but that’s the way life is. Prayer becomes most real, most relevant, in the dark.

It’s a good reminder as we face another year. May you be led to plenty of still water, and enjoy the green pastures. But if the year leads you through any dark places, may you find there the intimacy of a conversation with God.

Blair Monie is senior pastor of the Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (phpc.org). The Worship section is a regular feature underwritten by Advocate Publishing and the churches listed on these pages. For information about helping support the Worship section, call 214.560.4202.

It’s usually in the valley that prayer is born. Until the hard times, we may speak about God, but in the dark, God becomes personal. Prayer becomes most real, most relevant, in the dark.

A RISING STAR

The starting lineup of “On the Radio” included W.T. White senior Deidre Thornell , who won the Texas round of the Colgate Country Showdown, a singing competition that showcases the nation’s most promising country music talent.

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W.T. White students recently preformed “On the Radio”, a musical revue that spans the 1920s to today. This original production is the result of months of hard work by more than 250 students, who make magic on the stage year after year, as evidenced in this over-the-top number.

GOING GREEN, LITERALLY

E.D. Walker Middle School principal Brian Lusk colored his hair green, yellow and pink after his students collected 290 pairs of shoes for The Shoe Bank, surpassing the goal of 250 pairs.

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exterior

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CLEANING SOLUTIONS Pressure Washing. Allen. 214-244-6523

FenCing & deCkS

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NEED HELP? FAST! Repairs/Remodel. Chris, Rick. 214-693-0678 214-381-9549

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RAMON’S INT/EXT PAINT Sheetrock, Repairs. 214-679-4513

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INTERIOR DESIGN / CONSULTING

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Licensed/Exp. 214-363-0747

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NEW YEAR NEW HOME DECORATIONS

Home Stylist. Lupe. 214-801-3542

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WINDOWWORKS BY REBECCA

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Specializing in Custom Blended Colors and Decorative Applications

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Time

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Complete decorating, redesign and organizing services. Cheryl Stephens, CID 214.351.6676

KitcHen/BatH/

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FENN CONSTRUCTION Any Tile Anywhere. www.dallastileman.com 214-343-4645

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STONE AGE Granite, Marble, Tile. Kitchens & Baths. Counter Tops. Jody “The Granite Girl” 469-328-8440

TOM HOLT TILE Expert In Tile, Backsplashes & Floors. Refs. Avail. 214-770-3444

lawnS, gardenS & treeS

25% OFF TREE WORK IN JANUARY Roberts Tree Svc Insd.10 yrs exp. 214-808-8925

A BETTER TREE COMPANY • JUST TREES Complete tree services including Tree & Landscape Lighting! Call Mark 214-332-3444

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BARTON SPRINKLER REPAIR & INSTALL 3 Yr Warranty. Free Rain & Freeze With New Installation. Lic 6158. 214-878-8123

BEACHSCAPE Lawn Maintenance & Landscaping. Stonework. Seasonal Color and Perennials. Free Ests. 214-287-3571

BLOUNTS TREE SERVICE Winter Tree Service Special. 1st Tree Regular Price, 2nd Tree 1/2 Price. 44 Yrs Exp. Insured. Grady. 214-275-5727

BUSSEYS LAWN CARE $30 Weekly. Hedges. Clean ups. 214-725-9678

CASTRO TREE SERVICE Quality Work at Great Rates. Free est. Insured. 214-337-7097

CHUPIK TREE SERVICE

Trim, Remove, Stump Grind. Free Est. Insured. 214-823-6463

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DALLAS TREE SURGEONS Tree Trimming, Removal & Sales. Free Estimates. 972-633-5462 www.dallastreesurgeons.com

GREENSKEEPER Fall Clean Up & Fall Color. Sodding, Fertilization. Lawn Maintenance & Landscape. Res/Com. 214-546-8846

HOLISTIC TREE CARE

A Full-Service Tree Care Company Chuck Ranson, Certified Arborist c.ranson@sbcglobal.net 214-537-2008

HOLMAN IRRIGATION

Sprinkler & Valve Repair/ Rebuild Older Systems. Lic. #1742. 214-398-8061

LAKEWOOD TREE SERVICES

Total Tree Care - feeding, trimming, removals Free Estimates. Insured. 214-442-3165

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MOW YOUR YARD $27

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TAYLOR MADE IRRIGATION

Repairs, service, drains. 27 yrs exp. Ll 6295. Backflow Testing Cell-469-853-2326. John

THE POND MAN Water Gardens

Designed & Installed. Drained & Cleaned. Weekly Service. Jim Tillman 214-769-0324

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A BETTER EARTH PEST CONTROL Keeping the environment, kids, pets in mind. Organic products avail. 972-564-2495

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McDANIEL PEST CONTROL

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ANDREWS PLUMBING • 214-354-8521 # M37740 Insured. All your plumbing needs.

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PLumbinG

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License #20219 • Available 24 hours / 7 days

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REPAIRS, Fixtures,General Plumbing. Senior Discounts. Campbell Plumbing. 214-321-5943

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THE MAN POINTED THE GUN RIGHT AT HER HEAD.

It has been an exciting year for Anne Marsh, and her family. Her daughter was expecting to have a baby on Thanksgiving, the first grandchild for Marsh and her husband, Fred.

The Victim: Anne Marsh

The Crime: Aggravated robbery

Date: Friday, Nov. 13

Time: 4:30 p.m.

Location: 9100 block of Clearlake

A couple weeks before the big day, Marsh was returning to her home from work. She wheeled down the alley and was talking on her cell phone with her daughter, just like any average day. Marsh turned into the driveway of her home, and talked a couple more minutes. As she spoke, a young man approached her on the driver’s side of her car.

“He had a gun pointed right at my head, and he screamed, ‘Get out of the car’,” she says. “I screamed at my daughter to call 911.”

Marsh exited the car and began screaming.

“It was scary,” she says. “I was thinking, ‘God, I’m not going to see my grandchild born.’ I felt extremely violated.”

The robber grabbed her purse and fled. Police told Marsh that the criminal may have been looking for the perfect opportunity and saw that she was distracted in her driveway talking on the phone. The purse had only about $5 in it, but she did lose her license and had to cancel her credit cards.

Police made a composite sketch of the robber in hopes of capturing the man.

“This is really unusual for our neighborhood,” Marsh says. “I told the police I wouldn’t forget his face.”

Dallas Police Lt. Barry Payne of the North Central Patrol Division says it’s important for neighbors to be aware of their surroundings and any unusual people.

“Unless an individual is being specifically targeted, these are crimes of opportunity, and someone hanging around an area is going to rob whoever drives up, rather than hiding in wait for someone to come home,” he says.

Leaving her phone line open was a good idea, Payne says.

“If someone is talking on the phone when getting robbed, they should keep the line open and let the person on the other end of the line hear what is going on so they can be a witness, if only by hearing what is happening,” Payne says. “The best general advice is to comply with the suspect’s orders, especially if he or she has a gun pointed at you.”

However, Payne cautions, “understand that there is no ‘safe way’ to react to an armed suspect.” SEAN CHAFFIN

NEIGHBORS REPORTED THE WINDOWS OF THEIR CARS WERE SHATTERED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT

BLOCK OF PEMBERTON DRIVE WHERE BOTH CARS WHERE PARKED

$200

AVERAGE AMOUNT OF DAMAGE DONE TO EACH CAR

THE ABOVE CRIMES WERE REPORTED NOV. 2. SOURCE: DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT