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ME VS. THE IPAD

Only, the first time I wrote that sentence, it looked like this instead:

IM etitingjthis column on j Apihp,rSnrei Ad.

You see, the iPad has a virtual keyboard — it’s a bunch of letters projected on a piece of glass. So when I type, I can’t feel the keys and don’t sense the feedback I’ve felt for most of my typewriter- and keyboard-filled life.

And because typing on the iPad feels so different — it doesn’t feel like anything at all, really — I can’t do what I normally do, which is type along with my thoughts. This new technology actually isn’t better than what I already have; at least, it isn’t better today.

So why am I telling you all of this, along with giving you an example of my notably lacking skill with the latest in technology?

I’m in a business that requires keeping up with, even keeping ahead of (if that’s possible), new technology. If I don’t, I might not have a job in a few years. Or so it seems today.

And I’m probably not alone. How many of our businesses, and how many of our jobs, are “safe” these days? Perhaps there was a time when we could punch the clock all the way to retirement, and perhaps there’s still a job or two out there that allows that mentality. But for most of us, feeling uncomfortable using the latest technology is the least of our employment challenges. Even the people at Burger King and McDonald’s have to know a little something about technology to run the cash register and fry the fries, it seems.

And changing technology doesn’t stop with our jobs. The cameras we use now can tell where we’re taking the pictures, and some of them can even send photos off wirelessly without a computer. The televisions we watch generate video so crisp and sharp that you can see the acne beneath actors’ makeup. And cars we drive are so filled with computer chips and software programs that a Lexus can actually parallel-park itself — seriously — with no help from the driver.

So here I sit with an iPad in my lap, telling myself that learning this particular new technology is worth the time and effort I’ll need to invest in it, knowing full well that in a year (or maybe even just in time for the 2010 holidays)

what I’m learning today will have to be learned all over again on a newer piece of plastic, alu-

How many of our jobs are “safe” these days? Perhaps there was a time when we could punch the clock all the way to retirement, and perhaps there’s still a job or two out there that allows that mentality.

minum and wires that works differently but still promises the same thing. Which is always independence, intelligence, success and wealth. Or, as that last sentence shows up on my iPad when I switch from hunt-and-peck typing to my normal multi-finger typing skills: Which isa,wayisindd

Encencd, inxgdllivdncd,xj. DzNdcsddlHg. Hope I figure out how to do this before it’s too late.

I’m using it because I have to, not because I want to I’m writing this column on my new Apple iPad.

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CHEW ON THIS// We write about a lot of stuff each month on our site (city hall, schools, crime, etc. ...), but perhaps nothing generates more discussion than our restaurant posts. Below, a sampling of the latest in neighborhood eatery news (and a taste of what you’re missing if you’re not visiting advocatemag.com regularly):

From RESTAURANT TALK: TOULOUSE

The usual crowd looks like the haute couture of Highland Park—if you can fight through the collagen, Jimmy Choos and $2,500 handbags, you are in for a great food experience...

...From beginning to end — or from Goat Cheese Tarte to Chocolate Mousse — I loved Toulouse. The waitstaff are extremely attentive and are quick to give opinionated yet able food recommendations.

After one visit, I was dreaming in techno color chocolate. The dark chocolate mousse served with whip cream, raspberries, and a chocolate pirouette is pure evil genius. It is rich enough to share, but if you are anything like me, you won’t.

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“I can’t wait to try Toulouse; love the new [Candace Tharp] column! What a great way to find ‘off the map’ places to eat!” —MONICA

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From HIBASHI ADDS NEW LUNCH ITEMS

Hibashi, which serves Japanese, Korean and Asianfusion cuisine, has added a bigger bento box to its lunch menu, including beef teriyaki, Atlantic salmon teriyaki, grilled Pacific shrimp, Korean barbecue beef ribs and glazed Chilean seabass.

It all comes with miso soup, the garden salad, tempura and veggies, Japanese gyoza vegetable dumpling and a choice of either a California roll or spicy tuna roll. It costs $12, but based on the amount of food you get, you could easily split the meal, especially if it’s just lunch. —EMILY TOMAN

MORE // To read the whole post, search Hibashi

From RESTAURANT TALK: HIBISCUS

Their Baked Dungeness Crab Dip appetizer is exquisite. The Lobster L’Orange is ambrosial. But their desserts are beyond divine. After indulging in a wonderful meal at Hibiscus, be sure to follow up with the pièce de résistance — dessert. Each of their desserts are large enough for a family of four and are less than $10, which for their size is quite a decent value. I’d

recommend sitting in the front room in a deep booth for dessert and drinks with friends after a night out. Hibiscus offers upscale New American cuisine and is located on Knox/Henderson. —CANDANCE THARP

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From RESTAURANT TALK: NEUHAUS

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

It’s hot to trot out there, no? We asked, you answered what’s the best way to stay cool (or at least not insanely overheated) in your neighborhood?

Enjoying an ice cold margarita at Glorias!

—LISA MARIE LOVING

The reason I love Neuhaus is because it’s perhaps the only place I can score a pound of Gummi Bears and a good latte (or a glass of wine, depending on what kind of day it’s been) while knocking out some work on my laptop. And they always play great music, to boot. During a recent visit I heard a 1992 R&B ballad followed by indie rock. It’s also one of the few places in our neighborhood that offers live music regularly.

MARLENA CHAVIRAMEDFORD

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Turn up the A/C for the day and go visit family, hang at NorthPark, Wal-Mart or (any) other indoor facility.

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RACHEL STONE

JOB TITLE // Editor for Oak Cliff and East Dallas/ Lakewood magazines

ADVOCATE SERVITUDE // I started as a freelance blogger in March 2009.

FAVORITE QUOTE // “Words, once they are printed, have a life of their own.” —Carol Burnett

MOST PRIZED DESK OBJECT OR ORNAMENT // I have a photograph of Ivan Rodriguez, when he played for the Rangers in the ’90s, celebrating a double play against the Yankees. Chili Davis struck out, and Pudge got the runner at second.

FAVORITE PART OF YOURJOB // Hearing people tell their stories. I feel fortunate that I get to meet some of the most innovative, hardest-working people in Dallas.

ANYTHING ELSE? // Yeah. Talk to me. Follow me on Twitter. Comment on my blogs. Email me. Call my phone. “Holla”, as the kids say.

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C. C. Young inspires the best in life

The C. C. Young Tradition

Located on 20 wooded acres overlooking White Rock Lake in Dallas, C.C. Young is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community. It is affiliated with the North Texas Methodist Conference of the United Methodist Church. For more than 87 years, C.C. Young has graciously delivered a comprehensive array of quality services and provided residences and amenities for people of retirement age.

C.C. Young is a leader in providing senior living services in the Lakewood, Lake Highlands, White Rock Lake and Preston Hollow neighborhoods. Fueled by past success, we started construction in January on The Overlook, a 108-unit apartment expansion overlooking White Rock Lake. The Overlook is scheduled for completion in August 2011.

Vision and Mission

Our Vision is to provide a community where every life and age is valued and enriched. Our Mission is to work with others to transform our complementary service responses to the aged. Through collaboration, we will intensify and broaden our programs and services so that each individual may flourish in body, mind and spirit.

Accommodations, Services and Programs

Outstanding care, services and a variety of accommodations and living options are offered on our campus. Accommodations and available programs include:

Residential Apartments – Asbury and Thomas

Memory Support – The Cove

Rehabilitation – The Center for Wellness and Renewal

The Point, Center for Arts and Education

Assisted Living – The Blanton

Long Term Care – Lawther Point

Seasons Hospice – Lawther Point

Home Health

Retirement Community with a “Constellation of Services and Programs” to invigorate your life and promote wellness in “Body, Mind and Spirit.”

PAINTING WITH A TWIST

Express your inner artist! Instructors lead attendees in creating paintings with a featured piece of art. Bring your imagination and wine or beverage. Perfect for Private Parties as well. 5202 Lovers Ln. 214.350.9911

CAMILLE’S CREATIONS

Precious little ones need own keepsakes. Camille’s Creations offers monogrammed baby pillows & stuffed painted porcelain baby much more.

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Calling all creatives submit entries for one or both of the Advocate ’s current contests.

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Shoot and edit a video or design a T-shirt that showcases the uniqueness of the Advocate and/or the neighborhoods we cover. Visit the URLs above for more information on prizes, deadlines, voting and other details. Most of all, be creative.

PRIZES:

The grand-prize videographer receives a luxury box at Arlington Ballpark for you and 15 of your closest friends, plus a $300 food voucher.

The winning T-shirt designer gets a shiny new iPad.

We also have really great prizes for the three runners up in each contest.

PITY THE NEIGHBOR .. (who’s not part of the Advocate ’s new street team crew)

Come be a part of the Advocate ’s firstever street team! If you are selected to be on the A-Team, you will work with other team-members and a neighborhood editor, attending great events and sharing your experiences with the Advocate readership. We’re looking for team members who are active in their communities and who can be a great Advocate ambassador.

As part of the A-Team, you will receive awesome benefits such as free event tickets, T-shirts, and much more!

Deadline for sign-up is July 23. Find more details at prestonhollow.advocatemag.com/contests

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LAUNCH

DIDJA KNOW?

A few wooden 2-by-12s and some soil can go a long way. Just ask Hillcrest Forest resident Earl White who planted a small herb and vegetable garden on the side of his house, enlisting the help of neighborhood children. “It makes me happy to see all the young kids,” he says. “It puts them to work. They feel productive.” White has been living on the west end of Midbury for 38 years, watching the street evolve through three generations of families. “The neighborhood is very social,” he says. “We keep our little cul-de-sac busy.” So, it wasn’t long before White’s garden idea caught on with two other neighbors. It all began last year while his wife underwent cancer treatment. White visited her every day but needed a distraction. “It was an outlet for me,” he says. “I had been thinking of starting a garden anyhow.” He built two, 12-foot containers, filled them with dirt, installed a watering system, and started planting one of everything. But that didn’t work out too well. His okra plant grew a few feet with only one small okra pod on top. “You could make barely a cup of gumbo out of that,” White says.“You learn as you go.” So he started planting several of each seed — strawberries, watermelons, green peppers and tomatoes; basil, mint, chives and parsley. But while life was sprouting from White’s garden, his wife was losing her battle with cancer. She died last August, and he had to adjust to life alone after 37 years of marriage. Today, he has the company of neighborhood kids, like Josh next door, who helps rake leaves and plants some of his very own fruits and veggies. White has room to expand the garden, and plans to involve more children by sectioning off patches just for them. A lot has changed since the Whites moved into the neighborhood more than three decades ago. “We were the young kids on the block,” he says. “Now, I’m the grandpa.”

GOT ALAUNCH-WORTHY IDEA? Let us know about it: Call editor Emily Toman at 214.292.2053 or email launch@advocatemag.com.

—EMILY TOMAN

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? As the OWNER of a dog or cat, what do I need to know about Dallas REGULATIONS ?

Common sense and a strong fence will go a long way toward keeping you and your pet out of trouble. But there’s more to it than that. To keep things safe and legal, here’s how it works:

1. Register your dog or cat with the City of Dallas Animal Services department by mailing up-to-date vaccine information along with a $7 fee for spayed or neutered pets and $30 for unaltered pets. This is not just a way for the city to make some quick and easy cash. The process prevents the spread of diseases such as rabies, and helps prevent the forced euthanization (of which there were more than 26,500 last year alone) of unwanted pets. Pet owners who do not wish to spay or neuter their pets can obtain an intact animal permit for an additional fee of $70 per year if they are a member of a purebred dog or cat club, or have completed a responsible pet ownership class.

2. Up to four dogs or cats can live in an apartment or condominium, up to six in a single-family home, or up to eight in a home with more than 1/2 acre of land. This law became effective in 2008 and includes a grandfather clause for anyone who owned more than the allowed number prior to 2008, as well as a provision for volunteers fostering homeless dogs and pets for approved rescue groups.

3. It is illegal to tether or chain a dog. When dogs 6 months and older are confined outdoors, their yards, pens or kennels must be at least 150 square feet, and each dog must have a weatherproof, three-sided shelter.

A GUIDE THROUGH THE MAZE OF CITY-RELATED QUESTIONS

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4. When dogs or cats are outside their home or yard, keep them on a leash. The only exceptions to this are designated off-leash dog parks or freeroaming feral cats that are part of a trap, neuter, return program. When a cat is spayed or neutered through a T-N-R program, the vet “tips” one ear, so you can easily identify a participating cat in your neighborhood.

5. A dog that barks while protecting his home isn’t a dangerous dog; he’s just doing what dogs do. But one that causes injury could be officially deemed a “dangerous dog”. If a dog is outside its home or yard and causes serious injury to a person or another animal, a resident can request a city hearing to determine whether the dog should be declared dangerous. No fines are involved and no monetary damages are awarded, but if a dog is determined to be dangerous, its owner faces serious consequences. The dog may be euthanized, ordered out of the city, or allowed to return home if the owner complies with a stringent set of rules that includes paying a “dangerous dog” registration fee of $50 per year. Currently, 21 dogs that have been deemed dangerous live in Dallas.

6. Other good rules to know, whether or not you own a pet, is that it’s illegal to place poison where it is accessible to a dog or cat; to sell or give away pets on any property except for pet stores, animal shelters and animal rescue group adoption sites; to offer animals as prizes in auctions, raffles, giveaways or other promotions; to transport a dog in the open bed of a pick-up truck, unless it’s in a carrier; or to fail to pick up after your dog.

—REBECCA POLING

GOTA MAZE YOUCAN’T FIND YOUR WAY THROUGH? Email howitworks@advocatemag.com with your question.

TO VIEWA DETAILEDDALLAS MAP of dangerous dogs, find state rabies statistics, and learn other animal tidbits from Rebecca Poling, visit the Back Talk blog at farnorthdallas.advocatemag.com

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What giVes?

Small ways that you can make a big difference for neighborhood nonprofits

JOIN A TEAM

a Boomer Green Team, that is. The Senior Source, an organization that helps enrich the lives of local senior citizens, will host events on July 7, 10, 24 and 28 in which teams of “boomer” volunteers can participate in environmental projects. They’ll tackle issues like recycling, water and energy conservation, community gardens and clean air. The office is at 3910 Harry Hines near the Tollway. To find out how to join, call Susan Grundy at 214.525.6134 or email her at sgrundy@ theseniorsource.org.

DONATE CLOTHING

to the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store at Northwest Highway and Bachman Lake. The shop provides gently used clothes, furniture and household items at a fraction of the retail price. All proceeds benefit the local Vincentian mission and needy families in the community. Visit svdpthirft.org to find a list of items the store accepts. And if you’re feeling extra generous, check out ways to volunteer your time.

KnoW of Ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.

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07.04.10

HI ll CREST F o URTH o F JU lY PARADE

FREE Neighbors will gather at 10 a.m. at Kramer Elementary for the parade start. Sponsored by the Hillcrest Forest Neighborhood Association and Kramer Elementary PTA, the parade will circle Kramer and includes a fire truck. An ice cream truck will be on hand to serve up sodas and other goodies. People can participate in the parade with their pets, bikes, scooters or vintage cars. And don’t forget to wear your patriotic colors. The school is at 7131 Midbury between St. Michaels and St. Judes. For more information on the event, visit hillcrestforest.org.

EMily ToMAN

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THE CloWN FREE

Golly Jolly the clown will lead a patriotic party for children, featuring fun facts about Independence Day. It’s at 2 p.m. in NorthPark Center, in NorthCourt between Macy’s and Nordstrom.

07.10 DRoP IN ART FREE The Meadows Museum at SMU will celebrate the Spanish reign of King Charles IV and Queen Maria Luisa from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Families can create their own works of art. The museum is at 5900 Bishop. For more information, call 214.768.1688 or visit smu.edu/meadowsmuseum.

07.23 DENICE FRANKE $12 Folk singer Denise Franke will perform along with Geoff Bartley at 8 p.m. at Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse inside Northpark Presbyterian Church, 9555 N. Central. Franke will sing from her latest album, “Gulf Coast Blue”.

KIdS IN A CANdY STORE

G REETE d BY A GLASS CASE OF ROTATING CAKES , it’s hard to resist the sweet tooth calling at neuhaus café — which makes it a great place to spoil the kids. And when they catch a glimpse of the colorful candy dispensers in the back, you’re stuck. “That’s a huge attraction,” owner mervyn s acher says. “The parents do try to make them eat a bit of food.” Part candy store, part restaurant, neuhaus offers gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads and pastas, and the kids menu has all the staples: PB&J, grilled cheese, baked macaroni and cheese, chicken tenders and pizza. of course, you can’t leave without mixing and matching some sugary treats. We’re talking gummy bears, gummy worms, sour Patch kids, gumballs, sprees and chocolate-covered everything. At $2.50 a quarter pound, you might blow your dinner budget on candy for the children — and maybe hoard a little for yourself.

—EMILY TOMAN

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CHUBBY’S $ When looking for a restaurant to have breakfast, lunch or dinner, we all want a place that serves up variety, hearty helpings and even bigger portions of friendliness. The Touris family has developed a recipe that delivers all of the above at a good price. With four locations in the Metroplex, Chubby’s Family Restaurant provides a rustic setting with down home cooking. Catering available.

Locations: 11331 E. NW Hwy. 214-348-6065 and 7474 S. Cockrell Hill Rd. 972-298-1270.

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July around here is known for two things — the course, and heat. The average high temperature 95, and the record high for every day is 105 or month’s 31 days.

So why do so many wine drinkers insist on drinking red wines for holiday picnics and backyard barbecues July? Your guess is as good as mine. Those wines, their high alcohols and rough tannins, sound pleasant as sitting on the roof during a July afternoon.

The explanation that I usually get from red drinkers who insist on red wine even though it makes the sweat bead on their foreheads is that they like white wine. You can’t argue with that, and know because I have tried and failed. Instead, I learned to recommend red wines that offer the wine qualities they like, such as dark fruit without trace of sweetness, without the qualities that make big red wines so unpleasant in hot weather.

Generally, these wines aren’t always from the known parts of California (or California at all). yet, because they aren’t always from the best-known parts of California, they are often inexpensive almost always offer good value. These three are just start and are all available at Central Market:

This red blend from the Rhone region of France, mostly grenache, is and well-balanced (think red fruits) with some black pepper. Given how cute the name and label are garden fence, while jardin means garden in French), it’s surprisingly good. Put this in the refrigerator 20 or 30 minutes to cool it down, and drink it any kind of grilled beef.

Riccardo

Cotarella, who oversees this line of Italian wines, genius. The Falescos are always cheap, always made, and always deliver value. The sangiovese cherry fruit, acid and even some minerality, and head and shoulders above similarly priced Chianti. Drink this with smoked chicken or most roasted vegetables.

This red blend from Portugal is one of the great secrets of the cheap wine business. It has lots of raisiny fruit — think of it as much lighter version of an Australian shiraz. It’s suitable for porch sipping and hamburgers.

—JEFF SIEGEL

JEFF SIEGEL’SWEEKLYWINE REVIEWS

appear every Wednesday on the Advocate Back Talk blog, prestonhollow.advocatemag.com/blog.

Our annual seafood celebration is the time to cast your net over a bounty of samples, recipes, cooking tips, sides and spreads.

WITH YOUR WINE Chicken breast in lemon juice and olive oil

What better to grill than chicken breasts marinated in the ingredients in which chicken breasts were made to be marinated? Plus, it involves pounding the breasts (use a rolling pin), and that is always therapeutic. The Côté Jardin, despite being red, would pair nicely with this.

Serves four, takes about 20 minutes (Courtesy of Barb Freda)

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Olive oil

Juice from one lemon

2 cloves crushed garlic

A couple of stems of fresh rosemary

Salt and pepper to taste

1. Pound the breasts until very thin. Place in a Zip-loc bag.

2. Add olive oil, lemon juice, the crushed garlic, fresh rosemary, salt and pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator until dinnertime. Remove and grill until the chicken is done.

ask the WINE GUY?

WHY DO WE CALL THE WINE SANGIOVESE, AND THEITALIANS CALL IT CHIANTI?

In Europe, wine is labeled by the region it’s from, so sangiovese made in Chianti (which is in Tuscany) is called Chianti, just as red wine made in Burgundy is called red Burgundy. In the United States we label wines by grape, so it’s sangiovese and pinot noir.

—JEFF SIEGEL

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STORY BY EMILY TOMAN

PHOTOS BY CAN TÜRKYILMAZ AND CAITY COLVARD

Advocate readers were asked to send in photos of their pets. We received droves of darling doggie pics — pointyeared Dobies, droopy-eyed hounds, mussed-up mutts and dogs wearing clothes (which never gets old). The following is but a sampling of the sundry submissions that drew from our editors the most emphatic, “aww”s.

They might smell funny, terrorize the mailman, or harbor peculiar habits, but they are our (furry and four-footed) neighbors nonetheless.

Name: Ruby

Breed: bulldog

Size: 45 pounds

a ge: 7

m om: Janice Wolff

Janice Wolff turns a lot of heads in her neighborhood — at least when she’s strutting down Chevy Chase Avenue with Ruby. “Nobody even knows who I am; I’m just Ruby’s mom.” Children come running when they see the playful, stout bulldog, and adults have even asked to take pictures of her. “I’ve thought about renting her out for parties,” Wolff jokes. Ruby was the last pup left from a friend’s litter, and Wolff decided to take her home on a whim. “She was the leftover, but she ended up being the prize.” Ruby has claimed her napping spot on some blankets inside the linen closet. Although bulldogs are thought to be slow and a bit lazy, Ruby is defiantly not. She’s all about toys that honk, especially the ugly, rubber chickens. On walks, she likes to grab stray baseballs from the nearby field. And she always stops to say hello to neighborhood children. “She loves kids. She has to go up to all the strollers and look in,” Wolff says. And the kids love her back. “She just eats it up.”

NAME: Sam

BREED: Bengal

SIZE: 10 pounds

AGE: 10

MOM: Patricia Ivanisevic

Sam is about as close as it gets to a domesticated tiger, and Patricia Ivanisevic’s living room is his jungle. “They’re wild,” Ivanisevic says of Bengals. “That’s why I don’t have drapes.” Bengals lead active lifestyles and are intelligent. Sam is no exception. But this troublemaker also may have saved his owner’s life. In April 2004, during the middle of the night, a fire started in Ivanisevic’s kitchen. Sam awoke Ivanisevic before the smoke alarms even sounded. She had two other cats at the time that just hid underneath the bed. “If he hadn’t alerted me, I couldn’t have gotten out as quickly.” When he’s not being a hero, Sam’s on the move, jumping around the furniture and even opening cabinets. Unlike most cats, he loves the water and likes to lounge inside the shower. And he doesn’t cut corners when it comes to hygiene. He has two water bowls — one to drink from and another to rinse his paws after tiptoeing through the litter box. At bedtime, he climbs up next to Mom and nestles underneath the covers — a peaceful end to a rambunctious day. “He’s very loyal,” Ivanisevic says. “He never scratches or bites. I just love him.”

NAMES: Delta and Buster

BREEDS: Japanese chin and bulldog

SIZES: 11 and 68 pounds

AGES: 5 and 1

MOM: Robin Bruce

As a single mother of two preteens, Robin Bruce says she gave up on getting a man in the house, so she got a bulldog instead. “The dogs help teach the kids responsibility,” she says. The yard doesn’t have a fence, so Buster and Delta must be walked every morning and evening. Delta is the quintessential lap dog and queen of the house. Buster is energetic and loves to play, but he can’t resist his favorite napping spot on the cool, stone entryway. “He’s just crazy-happy,” Bruce says, adding that the pair together just make life more interesting. “They’re more to us than dogs.”

NAMES: Brutus and Bobo

BREEDS: chihuahua

SIZES: 8.5 and 10 pounds

AGES: 11 and 10

PARENTS: James and Renee Cameron

If you’re a guest in the Cameron home, you might notice one, two, three or more toys mysteriously gather near your feet. “Then you look down, and you have a semicircle of five toys around you,” Renee Cameron says. That’s the work of Brutus the Chihuahua, eager to play and trying to figure out your preference — a fleecy, stuffed bone? Or how about one that squeaks? Brutus and his more reserved partner, Bobo, are simply known as “the boyz”, and they’re pretty much inseparable. “If you have one small dog, you should also have two. They love one another so much,” Cameron says. And they both have their own set of talents and quirks. Bobo does his part of the yard work by furiously digging next to Cameron while she gardens: “As if he’s helping me.” She says he’s definitely the alpha dog and helps keep tabs on Brutus, the 11-year-old “perpetual puppy”.

NAME: Ada

BREED: pug

SIZE: 18 pounds

AGE: 9

MOM: Lori McCracken

Ada’s one lucky dog. She was a puppy mill victim, and when Lori McCracken found Ada, she knew she had to save her. “She probably had about two more weeks to live,” McCracken says. Suffering from pneumonia, ear mites and a torn retina, Ada underwent several weeks of treatments and surgeries before she could live a normal life. Today, she’s a happy, middle-aged pug that goes nowhere without her favorite stuffed cow. At bedtime, she clutches the toy in her mouth before falling asleep.

“It’s like her little binky.” McCracken is a local acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter and can tell when she has created a good song because Ada pays attention. But as far as tricks, “She’s a first-class lap dog.”

THANK YOU, READERS,

for your enthusiastic response to our pet cover contest! We received photos of so many cute animals, and unfortunately, didn’t have enough space to publish them all. Keep a lookout for additional photos in the “Pet Pause” segment in future issues of the Advocate

.

If you didn’t enter the contest but think your pet should be in print, send a photo via email to editor@advocatemag.com or snail mail to 6301 Gaston Ave., Suite 820, Dallas, 75214. Make sure to include your name, zip code, phone number, pet’s name and a brief description of the photo.

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FIGHtING WORdS

A LONG HISTOR y OF LETTING OUR LANGUAGE dI v IdE US

Hebrew scriptures. Judges 12.

Ephraim is getting the worst of the battle, and they decide to head for home. On their retreat, they come to the fords of the Jordan River. To get home, they must get to the other side, but since there are no bridges, they must go to a good crossing spot.

The order has been given to all the Gileadites to slay any Ephraimite on the spot. Naturally, they go to the crossing places of the river to nab them. Their problem is that they don’t know how to tell the difference between a man from Ephraim and one of their own — they all look the same.

The problem is distinguishing friend from foe. It wasn’t enough to say, in the common parlance of the sentry, “Who goes there?”

It was then that the Gileadites remembered that the men of Ephraim had a peculiar accent of their own, pronouncing some words differently from any of the other tribes. The word “shibboleth” was the term that meant either “river” or “grain”. So when a man from Ephraim, fleeing for his life, was apprehended by a man from Gilead he would be asked: “Friend or foe?” Naturally he would respond that he was a “friend”.

Then came the big test. Those who have endured the study of Hebrew know that one of the more delicate aspects of Semitic languages are the sibilants. The fact is that the Ephraimites simply couldn’t pronounce “shibboleth” because their dialect did not include the “sh” sound. No matter how hard a poor soldier tried, no matter how he twisted his tongue, the best they were able to manage was “sibboleth”, and they were killed on the spot.

According to the text, 42,000 soldiers came to the ford, 42,000 thousand said “sibboleth”, and 42,000 were killed.

It’s an interesting, if obscure, biblical story. However, it gets more interesting when we remember that the word “shibboleth” has found its way into the English language. The dictionary defines it as “a peculiarity of pronunciation, behavior, mode of dress, etc., that distinguishes a particular class or set of persons.” Another rendering is “an arbitrary test to prove membership in a group.” A modern shibboleth can be a word, an idea or an opinion that

clearly indicates to which groups you belong, and to which groups you don’t.

The world today is full of shibboleths. We commonly “test” each other according to buzzwords, slogans and sound bites. It’s convenient, really. Instead of genuinely listening to another, through a little ideological shorthand we can categorize, stereotype and catalog

everyone we meet.

Someone has wisely said: “The problem with some people is that they understand everything too soon.” That’s the problem with shibboleths; they lead to stereotypical ways of relating with each other. They keep us from listening further, from learning, from understanding.

This July, as we celebrate the birthday of our nation, I am concerned that our political discourse is not what it should be. We are too often divided into ideological camps, like the Gileadites and the Ephraimites. We speak too much, and seldom listen.

Let me suggest that this year we try letting go of the shibboleths, take in the fireworks, and feel grateful that we live in a free country.

feature underwritten by Advocate Publishing and the churches listed on these pages. For information about helping support the Worship section, call 214.560.4202.

We commonly “test” each other according to buzzwords, slogans and sound bites. It’s convenient, really. Instead of genuinely listening to another, through a little ideological shorthand we can categorize, stereotype and catalog everyone we meet.

Blair Monie is senior pastor of the Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (phpc.org). The Worship section is a regular

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PAY LESS FOR ELECTRICITY. With Extra Benefits. Ambit Energy. 214-384-0953 www. fredValenta.joinambit.com

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profeSSional ServiceS

ACCOUNTING, TAXES Small Businesses & Individuals. Chris King, CPA 214-824-5313 www.chriskingcpa.com

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No Job Too Small or Big.

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HEALTH & LIFE INSURANCE Small businesses, Individuals & Families. Local Agent Lori Huff 214-738-4783

UMAX MORTGAGE 20 yrs exp. 1st time buyers/Refi rates low. Stephanie Glazer. 214-579-1493 sglazer@umaxmortgage.com

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W.T. White dance students performed 26 routines at the second annual W.T. White Dance Explosion event in May led by dance teacher h ilary c oke r inella who has attracted 250 students to the once small program.

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ROBERT PICKETT - HAIR DESIGNER in Casa Linda Plaza Cuts, Color, Foils, Perms. 50% off with ad. 9540 Garland Rd., Suite 411 214-289-5375

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petS

BIRDDOGCATFISH Caring For Pets In Their Own Home With Familiar Sights, Smells & Routines. Dog Walks, Vacations, Overnights. Beth. 469-235-3374

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POOP SCOOP PROFESSIONALS Trust The Experts.

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RED ROVER PET SITTING rates from $14/visit. Overnights and daily rates available redroverdallas.com 214-914-3863

THEPETNANNYDALLAS.COM In-home TLC for cats, dogs & birds. Bonded & insured. Ask for The Pet Nanny. 214-244-4330

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Serving the Dallas area since 1994 Bonded & Insured www.societypetsitter.com 214-821-3900

TADDY’S PET

SERVICES

All pet services available. Dog Walks and Home Visits. Reasonable rates. References. 214-732-4721 www.taddyspetservices.com

Buy/Sell/trade

TEXAS RANGERS BASEBALL SUITE Share this prime suite on a single-game basis for select games during the 2010 season. Our suite is located directly behind home plate, and each game includes 16 tickets, three parking passes, game day programs, private bathroom, air-conditioned seating, three televisions with cable channels, and a great view of the game and the Ballpark. Great for birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions and client appreciation events. Email rangerssuite@gmail.com or call 214-560-4212 for more information.

eState/GaraGe SaleS

ESTATE SALES & LIQUIDATION SERVICES

Moving, Retirement, Downsizing. One Piece Or A Houseful. David Turner. 214-908-7688. dave2estates@aol.com

real eState

EXECUTIVE SUITE Need a single office for your growing business? Check out the Lakewood Tower Suites on the top floor of the Wells Fargo Bank Building, 6301 Gaston. We have a 10-by-14-foot office available for $475 monthly and a 14-by15-foot office for $675 monthly; included are all utilities and a free T-1 internet connection. You’ll have access to a kitchen with icemaker, dishwasher and refrigerator, a shared conference room, covered parking and a secure building environment. We also have a 1,800-square-foot sublease available in the building. Call 214-560-4212 for information.

AC TUNE UP Cleaning, Charging, Repairs. Buy/Sell 214-321-5943

CHAMNESS SERVICES A/C & Heat Sales & Service. Res/Com. Serving Dallas 21 yrs. 214-328-0938 TACL003800C

FOR QUALITY, QUALIFIED SERVICE CALL 214-350-0800 ABS AC & Heat TACLA28514E

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5%

TO FIRST TIME SERVICE CUSTOMERS

APPLIANCE REPAIR SPECIALIST

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JESSE’S A/C & APPLIANCE SERVICE

TACLB13304C All Makes/Models. 214-660-8898

CarpeNtry & remodeliNg

ABATIS CARPENTRY

Specializing in Small Remodels & Repairs. Baths, Kitchens, Doors, Cabinets, Etc. Plenty of Refs. Paul, 214-893-3648

BO HANDYMAN Kitchens, baths, doors, cabinets, custom carpentry, drywall & painting 214-437-9730

CARPENTER Custom Cabinets, & Trim, Reorganize Closets, Repair Rotten Wood, Set Doors, Kitchen & Baths, Refs. Return Calls By End Of Business Day. Dave. 214-684-4800

DAVIS Custom Carpentry & Home Repair/Remodel davis.charles94@yahoo.com 214-608-9171

G&G DEMOLITION Tear downs, Haul. Interior/Exterior. 214-808-8925

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right! www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

PREVIEW CONSTRUCTION INC.

HardiPlank 50 Yr. Cement Siding, Energy Star Windows. Kitchens-Baths-Additions & More. 214-348-3836. See Photo Gallery at: www.previewconstruction.com

REMODEL FOR LESS 972-822-7501 www.CuttingEdgeRenovationsLLC.com

SQUARE NAIL WOODWORKING Cabinet Refacing, Built-ins, Entertainment/ Computer Centers. Jim. 214-324-7398 www.squarenailwoodworking.com

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DALLAS MAIDS Recommended by D Home Mag DallasMaids.com Free Estimates. 469-487-6669

KDR SERVICES Residential and Vacant Property Cleaning. 214-349-0914

MAID OF HONOR • 214-683-1856 Total Cleaning Service. 15 Yrs Exp. Residential.

MESS MASTERS Earth friendly housecleaning. 469-235-7272. www.messmasters.com Since ‘91

Cleaning ServiCeS

THE MAIDS 4 Person Teams. Bonded & Insured. www.maids.com Free Estimates. 800-843-6243

WANTED Houses To Clean & Windows to Wash 20 Years Exp. Reliable, Efficient, Excellent Refs., Sunni 214-724-2555

WINDOW MAN WINDOW CLEANING.COM Residential Specialists. BBB. 214-718-3134

eleCtriCal ServiCeS

ALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES 972-877-4183 Res/Com E19347 McCarter Electrical Service, Inc. $50 Off Service Calls in July.

AMPLE AMPS for home/business. TECL 19031 MHK Electrical Contractors, Inc. 214-675-1375

ANTHONY’S ELECTRIC Family Owned/Operated. Insd.19 Yrs Exp.TECL24948 214-328-1333

FRITZ ELECTRIC Lic. Electrician TECL 24978 30 yrs exp. 214-629-0391

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right. handy-dan.com Fans, etc 214-252-1628

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Res/Commercial 20 yrs exp. Free est. 972-489-1597 Brian

ComputerS & eleCtroniCS

214-321-1110 I.T. ROADMAP Tech Support Home or Business computers repaired. Virus, Internet, wireless, slow, All fixed! Brad or Amy

A+ CERTIFIED COMPUTER HELP Training $45 a Hr. Remote Support Save Time/Money. $11per 1/4 hr W $15 Min. 214-912-0885

BILL’S COMPUTER REPAIR Virus Removal, Data Recovery. Home /Biz. Network Install. All Upgrades & Repairs. PC Instruction, No Trip Fee. 214-348-2566

COMPUTER AND NETWORK SUPPORT

OMGFixit.com. Operating Systems, hardware, security & game consoles. 214-926-7144

CONFUSED? FRUSTRATED? Let A Seasoned Pro Be The Interface Between You & That Pesky Computer. Hardware & Software Installation, Troubleshooting, Training, $60/hr. 1 Hr. Min. Dan 214-660-3733 Or stykidan@sbcglobal.net

ConCrete/ maSonry/paving

CAZARES CONCRETE Concrete retaining walls, Patios, Driveways, Removal, Sidewalks. 214-202-8958 Free estimates.

CONCRETE, Driveway Specialist Repairs, Replacement, Removal, References. Reasonable. Chris 214-770-5001

EDMOND’S PAVING Asphalt & Concrete

•Driveways •Sidewalks •Patios •Repairs 214-957-3216 • www.edmondspaving.com

FLAGSTONE PATIOS, Retaining Walls, BBQ’s, Veneer, Flower Bed Edging, All Stone work. Chris 214-770-5001

MASONRY Brick/Stone Repairs. Don 214-704-1722

eleCtriCal ServiCeS

ABBA ELECTRIC Fast Courteous Service. Resd/ Com. 10% Off for New Clients. 214-886-2202. tecl#20663

ACCURATE ELECTRIC

All Jobs.Panel Upgrades. Free Est. TECL# 27297. Steve. 214-718-9648

MASTER ELECTRICIAN Lic #TECL 55703. Resd/Comcl. Bonded. Contr Lic# TECL23423. Trinity Electrical Services. David 214-802-0436

TEXAS ELECTRICAL • 214-289-0639

Schedule your service call late evenings/weekends with no overtime charges. TECL 24668

TH ELECTRIC Reasonable Rates. Licensed & Insured. Ted. E257 214-808-3658

WHITE ROCK ELECTRIC All Electrical Services. Lic/Insd. E795. 214-850-4891 ‘07,

972-926-7007

FenCing & DeCkS

#1 COWBOY FENCE & IRON CO. Est. ‘91. 214-692-1991 www.cowboyfenceandiron.com

4 QUALITY FENCING

Specializing in Wood, New or Repair. Free Estimates. Call Mike 214-507-9322.

A FATHER, SON & GRANDSON TEAM Wood Fences, Automatic Gates & Decks Call Haven Edwards 214-327-0560

ABSOLUTE TEXAS FENCE

New/Repair Wood Fences. 214-732-0139

AMBASSADOR FENCE INC. Automatic Gates, All Fences. Decks. Since 1996. 214-621-3217

AUTOMATIC DRIVEWAY GATES Installation, Repair, Maintenance, Residential, Commercial. Lone Star Access Control. 214-532-9608

KIRKWOOD FENCE & DECK New & Repair. Free Estimates. Nathan Kirkwood. 214-341-0699

FenCing & DeCkS

LAKE HIGHLANDS FENCE & DECKS Free Est. Unbeatable Price. 214-674-3858.

LONE STAR DECKS Decks, Arbors, Patio Covers, TREX Decking & Fencing. www.lonestardecks.com 214-357-3975

STEEL SALVATION Metal Specialist. Repairs, Design, Metal Art, Unique Crosses. Local Resident Over 40 Yrs. 214-283-4673

EST. #1

COWBOY

FENCE & IRON CO.

214.692.1991

SPECIALIZING IN Wood Fences &Auto Gates

cowboyfenceandiron.com

Art Deck-O

Decks Pergolas Arbors & Fences

214-435-9574

artdeck-o.com

Locally owned and operated since 1980

www.northlakefence.com

214-349-9132

FireplaCe ServiCeS

CHIMNEY SWEEP Dampers/Brick & Stone Repair. DFW Metro. Don 214-704-1722

Flooring & Carpeting

AUREUS HARDWOOD FLOORS

2010 specials going on now!! 972-207-4262

BOULE HARDWOOD FLOORS

Installation, Refinishing, Handscrape, Dust Containment System. BBB Accredited Business. (Visa/MC) 214-908-6251

DALLAS HARDWOODS 214-724-0936

Installation, Repair, Refinish, Wax, Hand Scrape. Residential, Commercial. Sports Floors. 25 Yrs.

STAINED CONCRETE FLOORS

New/Remodel. Staining & Waxing. Int/Ext. Nick Hastings. 214-341-5993

TRINITY FLOOR COMPANY 214-943-1157

Since 1934, Trinity Floors has served the Metroplex with fine flooring. trinityfloors.com

Hardwoods • Tile •

GaraGe Doors

ACCESS GARAGE DOOR New Install. Repair/Replace. 24/7 Emgcy. Free Estimates. 214-585-7663 perfectaccessgaragedoors.com

ROCKET GARAGE DOOR SERVICE -24/7. Repairs/Installs. 214-533-8670. Coupon On Web. www.RocketDoorService.com

SINCE 1938

Residential/Commercial | Sales/Service

ALL brands of garage doors and openers

214.348.7242 FREE ESTIMATES 9525 White Rock Trail | Dallas, TX

Glass, WinDoWs & Doors

A FATHER, SON & GRANDSON TEAM Expert Window Cleaning. Storm windows our specialty. Haven Edwards 214-327-0560

CUSTOM STAINED/ LEADED GLASS & Repair. 26 years exp. 214-356-8776

EAST DALLAS WINDOW CLEANING Free Estimates. Dependable. Derek. 214-827-7661

ENERGYSMARTIMPROVEMENTS.COM

Window And Door Replacement. 469-358-8137

GREEN WINDOW COMPANY 214-295-5405

Specialty In Replacement Windows/Doors

LAKE HIGHLANDS GLASS & MIRROR custom mirrors • shower enclosures store fronts • casements 214-349-8160

OAK CLIFF MIRROR & GLASS Custom showers, doors, glass, mirrors. 214-747-3717

ROCK GLASS CO Complete Glass & Window Service since 1985. Replace, repair: windows, mirrors, showers, screens. 214-837-7829

WINDOW SASH & SILL REPAIR Molding and Cabinets. Pete 214-923-5097

WWW.WINDOWCRAFT.BIZ Free Quote 800-660-5811

HanDyman services

4 SEASONS HANDYMAN We do it all! Call 469-723-1000

A NEIGHBORHOOD HANDYMAN

Electrical, Plumbing, & Carpentry Call Tim Dodson. 214-824-4620, 214-597-4501

ALL STAR HOME CARE Carpentry, Glass, Tile, Paint, Doors, Sheetrock Repair, and more. 24 yrs. exp. References. Derry 214-505-4830

BO HANDYMAN Kitchens, baths, doors, cabinets, custom carpentry, drywall & painting 214-437-9730

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right. www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

HOMETOWN HANDYMAN All phases of construction. No job too small 214-327-4606

HONEST, SKILLED SERVICE With a Smile. General Repairs/ Maintenance. 214-215-2582

KIRKPATRICK Home Service 214-729-8334

Skilled Carpentry • White Rock area 28 Years

HanDyman services

MARK GASKILL All Repairs/Remodels. Int/Ext. Skilled. wWw‘74. 972-333-8884 home/business

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

NO JOB TOO BIG. NO JOB TOO SMALL. 38 years exp. Ron Payne 214-755-9147

WANTED: ODD JOBS & TO DO LISTS

Repair, Paint, Clean, Install. 26 years experience. Allen’s Handyman & Home Repair 214-288-4232

WHITE ROCK HANDYMAN Paint & Remodel References. Mark Reindel 214-321-5280

WINDOW SASH & SILL REPAIR

Molding and Cabinets. Pete 214-923-5097

House PaintinG

KitcHen/BatH/

Residential. Interior. Exterior. Call today for a FREE estimate

House PaintinG

1 AFFORDABLE HOUSE PAINTING and Home Repair. Quality work. Inside and Out. Free Ests. Local Refs. Ron 972-816-5634 or 972-475-3928

#1 GET MORE PAY LES 85% Referrals/Estimates 214-348-5070

A TEXTURE & FINISH SPECIALIST Since 1977. Int/Ext. Kirk’s Works 972-672-4681

A TONY’S PAINTING SERVICE Interior & Exterior 972-234-0770 mobile 214-755-2700

ABRAHAM PAINT SERVICE A Women Owned Business 25 Yrs. Int/Ext. Wall Reprs. Discounts On Whole Interiors and Exteriors 214-682-1541

BENJAMIN’S PAINTING SERVICE Quality Work At Reasonable Prices. 214-725-6768

MANNY’S HOME PAINTING & REPAIR Int./Ext. Sheetrock. Manny 214-554-1327

RAMON’S INT/EXT PAINT

Sheetrock, Repairs. 214-679-4513

VIP PAINTING & DRYWALL Int/Ext.

Sheetrock Repair, Resurfacing Tubs, Counters, Tile Repairs. 972-613-2585

BRIAN GREAM

PAINTING & RENOVATIONS LLC

• Interior/Exterior • Drywall

• Rotten Wood • Gutters

All General Contracting Needs

214.542.6214

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insulation/ raDiant Barrier

ENERGYSMARTIMPROVEMENTS.COM

Radiant Barrier Insulation. 469-358-8137

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A CLEAN SLATE Bring Life Into Your Home This Summer. Interior & Event Design Services. Tablescapes, Artful Details. Don Moore Interiors and Event Design. For A Free Consultation. dpm0202@mac.com 270-993-0782

A LADY’S TOUCH WALLPAPERING

Texture, Paint & Repair. 27 yrs. exp. Free Est. Call Martha 972-712-2465; 972-832-3396

CIELA DESIGN 832-428-3857 Residential/Commercial Interior Design Services. cieladesign.com

INTERIOR DESIGN / CONSULTING

Carolyn Contreras ASID

Licensed/Exp. 214-363-0747

KIM ARMSTRONG INTERIOR DESIGN

www.interiorsbykim.com

Licensed/CID/ASID 214-500-0600

LILLI DESIGN Residential, Commercial. NCIDQ Cert.10 Yrs Exp. www.lilli-design.com

Katie Reynolds 214-370-8221

LUXE INTERIOR DESIGN

Designs You Want To Live In At Prices You Can Live With. James. 214-808-0290

WINDOWWORKS BY REBECCA

Shop At Home For Custom Window Treatments. 214-215- 2981

KitcHen/BatH/

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

GET GRANITE at Heritage Stonecraft 972-496-3899 heritagestonecraft.com

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” Remodel’s Done Right. handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

MIKE ALAN 469-576-1636. 25 Years Experience in the Art of Installing Tile.

STONE AGE Granite, Marble, Tile. Kitchens & Baths. Counter Tops. www.stoneagetexas.com. Dennis 972-276-9943

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

laWns, GarDens & trees

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

4 SEASONS LAWN & LANDSCAPE Maintenance, Design, Stonework Call Aaron 214-636-0143

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

A BETTER TREE MAN Trims, Removals, Insd. 10 Yrs Exp. Roberts Tree Service. 214-808-8925

A&B LANDSCAPING Full Lawn Care, Landscaping, Tree Trimming, Fireplaces & Stonework. Lic #0283917- Degreed Horticulturist 214-221-4421 - 214-534-3816

ALTON MARTIN LANDSCAPING Spectacular Curbside Appeal! Excellent refs. 214-893-2420

ARTHUR’S SPRINKLER REPAIR Serving E. Dallas for 20 yrs. LI 3449. 214-660-4860

AYALA’S LANDSCAPING SERVICE Call the Land Expert Today! Insured. 214-773-4781

B.J.’S LANDSCAPING Complete Lawn & Garden Maintenance. Seasonal Color/Perennials. Certified. 16 Yrs. Exp. Res/Com. 214-336-4673

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

BILLY JACK SPRINKLER REPAIR & INSTALL

Locate & Repair Leaky Valves, Pipes, Heads. Add Rain Freeze Sensor. 972-303-0007. Li 6099

BLOUNTS TREE SERVICE Spring Tree Service

Special: Receive $25 Off With This Ad. Trimming. Removals. Mistletoe Ivy Removal. Refs Avail. Free Ests. 44 yrs exp. Insured. Grady 214-275-5727

BUSSEYS LAWN CARE

Weekly Service $30 Most Jobs. 214-725-9678

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

Lawns, Gardens & Trees

CHUPIK TREE SERVICE

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

DALLAS K.D.R.SERVICES • 214-349-0914

Lawn Service & Landscape Installation

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

DAVID’S COMPLETE LAWN CARE And Tree Service. 214-459-7404

EARTHGRAPHICS Landscape Construction And Design. Glenna 469-995-1495

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

MOW YOUR YARD $27 White Rock Landscaping 214-415-8434

PARADISE LANDSCAPES

www.ParadiseLandscapes.net 214-328-9955

RONS LAWN Organic Solutions. Not Environmental Pollution. Landscape & Maintenance 972-222-LAWN (5296)

SALAS SERVICES See our ad in this issue. 972-413-1800 SalasServices.com

SPRINKLERS, LANDSCAPING, Stone Work, Drainage. Installed and Repair. Call Kevin at 214-535-3352,Lic#7840. www.bigdirrigation.com

TREE WIZARDS Trim Surgery Removal. 15 Yrs Exp. Insured. Free Est. 214-680-5885

U R LAWN CARE Maintenance. Landscaping. Your Personal Yard Service by Uwe Reisch uwereisch@yahoo.com 214-886-9202

WATER-WISE URBAN LANDSCAPES www.TexasXeriscapes.com 469-586-9054

PesT ConTroL

McDANIEL PEST CONTROL

Prices Start at $68 +Tax for General Treatment

Average Home, Interior, Exterior & Attached Garage Quotes for Other Services

214-328-2847

Lakewood Resident

PLumbinG

A2Z PLUMBING 214-727-4040

All Plumbing Repairs. Slab Leak Specialists. Licensed & Insured. ML# M36843.

ANDREWS PLUMBING • 214-354-8521

# M37740 Insured. All your plumbing needs.

ARRIAGA PLUMBING: Repairs, Remodels, Water Heaters, Stopages. Ins’d. Lic 20754 214-321-0589 214-738-7116

ASTRO PLUMBING 214-566-9737

24/7 Free Est. Sewers & Drains. Major CCs

JOE FAZ 214-794-7566

Sewers • Drains • Bonded

License #1138402 • Available 24 hours / 7 days

JUSTIN’S PLUMBING SERVICE

For All Your Plumbing Needs. ml#M38121 972-523-1336. www.justinsplumbing.com

M&S PLUMBING Quality Work & Prompt Service. Jerry. 214-235-2172. lic.#M-11523

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

SHEFFIELD PLUMBING We do it right the 1st time. Repairs, Rmdls. Insd. 214-941-8600

SPECK PLUMBING Licensed & Insured C 214-562-2360 • H 214-660-8378

MPL36677

PLUMBING SERVICES

• Water Leaks

• Electric Sewer Drain Cleaning

• Repair/Remodel

• Water Heater

• Gas Piping

• Video Camera Inspection

• Shower Pans 214-808-9262

Most Major Credit Cards Accepted

PooLs

LEAFCHASERS POOLS Service & Repairs. Insured. APSP Cert. Local Resident Jonathan. 214-729-3311

MICHAEL’S POOL SERVICE

Maintenance & Repair 214-727-7650

PLAYMORE POOLS CO. Design, Construction, Consulting & Renovations. 214-823-0169 www.playmorepools.com

THE POOL LADY Personal/Affordable/Quality Pool Care since 1982. Marsha 214-553-1974

WHITE ROCK POOL CLEANING Friendly Service & Repairs. 20 yrs experience whiterockpools.com David 214-769-8012

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T HE GLASS BROKE , AND HE GRIPPED THE GUN TIGHTLY.

Latchesar Slavov had lived in Preston Hollow for 14 years before moving to Farmers Branch. But he liked the area so much he decided to return. Slavov found a short-sell home he liked, and entered the buying process with the bank that owned the home. The home had been vacant for about 18 months and needed some work inside. It took quite a while, but he eventually was able to buy the home in Preston Meadows.

That’s when the problems began for him.

“The irony is that the very day I was signing the papers is when the vandalism started,”

The Victim: Latchesar Slavov

and pointed his gun at the two boys who had broken into his home.

“I told them to lay down on the ground and called the police,” he says.

Police arrested the two, and Slavov says police told him two other boys and a girl had also been breaking into the home. Slavov says he later received calls of apologies from a couple parents, but has not received any offers to pay for the damage. One boy has offered to help repair the property, but Slavov has not decided whether to accept his offer. He says he has thought about a lawsuit, but has not decided whether to go through with it.

The Crime: Burglary, vandalism, criminal trespass

Date: May 14, May 17-18

Time: Between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Location: 7000 block of Briarmeadow

Slavov says. “High school students broke in the home. They kept going in while it was for sale. I took ownership of the home, and they kept doing it.”

Slavov was moving in slowly, and making some repairs as he moved in. While doing this, he noticed that someone had been entering the home: breaking windows, breaking furniture, spray painting graffiti on walls, stealing tools, and even burning things.

“It was a terrible mess,” Slavov says. “I called the police twice and they came and took fingerprints.”

But the break-ins continued. Finally, after mounting frustration, Slavov decided to become more proactive in his attempts to stop the home invaders.

“I left notes saying ‘Stay away, I’ll shoot,’ and they broke in the very next night. That’s when I knew I had to do something,” he says. “I decided to wait for them one night. I got in a closet and waited for about 10 hours. Finally, one entered the window and let the other in through the door.”

Slavov quickly exited the door

As a new homeowner, the ordeal has been quite frustrating, but since his capture of the vandals, no one has broken into his home.

“I was in competition with someone else who wanted my home, too,” he says of the breakins. “To be honest, I didn’t know who was going to show up. These were pretty brazen people.”

Dallas Police Lt. Barry Payne of the North Central Patrol Division says this type of case is rare, but recommends owners of vacant homes take major precautions to protect their homes because they are not there as often to watch out for possible security issues.

“This type of offense is a little different from the norm,” Payne says. “Mostly, vacant homes are burglarized for recyclable metal or appliances, not just for vandalism. I don’t have any idea what motivates people to tear up other people’s things, other than just meanness. There is no indication here that the suspects knew the complainant or had any kind of dispute. Homeowners should take the same steps to guard their vacant homes as they do for ones that are occupied.”

—SEAN CHAFFIN

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NEIGHBORHOOD RESIDENT CHRISTINE

COOK of Sleep Experts was named a service hero by the Dallas nonprofit Interfaith Housing Coalition for helping needy families through a mattress donation program. Cook has received several awards for her service and has volunteered with the coalition during other events and fundraisers.

THE DALLAS AREA PARKINSONISM SOCIETY will meet at 12:30 p.m. July 12 at University Park United Methodist Church, 4024 Caruth, for the annual July Jubilee Barbecue. The event honors the group’s founder, Clarice Dougherty Dallas humorist Rosemary Rumbley will speak. Members should bring a covered dish. For more details, call 972.620.7600.

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IN COINS WAS ALL THAT WAS STOLEN FROM TART BAKERY. THE OTHER TWO SHOPS, CURTAIN CALL AND JULIE’S NAILS, REPORTED NOTHING MISSING.

SOURCE: DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOUR PRESTON HOLLOW STUDENTS were among the 62 DISD high-school seniors to receive the Superintendent’s Scholarship worth $2,000. It was awarded to students who showed outstanding character and commitment to academics and community service. The recipients include Briane C. Anderson and Joseph Blatt of Hillcrest and Peter Brooke and Viet Thao Nguyen of W.T. White.

HILLCREST SENIOR AMANDA GROSS received a 2009-2010 Sulentic Family Foundation Scholarship for $20,000, awarded to DISD students who consistently demonstrate integrity, hard work and financial need.

CAROL WINGARD, a teacher at George Bannerman Dealy International Academy, is one of 46 teachers nationwide participating in the LiftOff Summer Institute at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. She’ll join other educators in workshops, projects and experiments, sharing innovative lesson plan ideas.

W.T. WHITE SCIENCE TEACHER JASON WALLACE was among the seven DISD teachers honored with a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Teaching Award. It was created by the Texas Instruments Foundation to recognize innovative science in the classroom in grades six through 12.

W.T. WHITE STUDENT SAVANNAH SMITH won the gold medal at the Texas Rowing Championship’s 1,000-meter event. Smith, along with her Highland Park team, won by more than six seconds over the Texas Rowing Club of Austin and the Austin Rowing Club.

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