The Dominion Magazine - August 2018 by Ben Schooley

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A LONG WAY TRAVELLED Malinee Peris De Silva

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CONTENTS THE DOMINION MAGAZINE |

AUGUST 2018

A LONG WAY TR AVELLED

Social Group 42

WELCOME 10

Dominion Rotary

THE CLUB

Calendar 12 Club Happenings 13

Events Calendar 14 The new HOA website is live 15

Beartown

Student Advice 48

Advice for Incoming Freshmen

Club Dining 16 Historic Dance Halls

Good Reads 44 TMI 46

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

City Tours 20

COVER 28

Councilman's Corner 52

HOME TOUR 54

Business Profile 24

Community Interest 62

Calamity Jane's

Cave Without A Name Review

Staff Profile 36

GOLF 64

The Dominion Gives 38

Restaurant Review 66

Ranch Chic Fashion Show

Fitness Calendar 40

Fugu Poke House

August Area Events 68 T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m

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the Dominion Magazine Dear DOMINION Reader, Welcome to the hottest of the hot days of the summer! But between the wonderful pools at the Club and our award winning golf course, I am sure that you can find something to keep yourself busy this month! This issue was a ton of fun to put together, and we hope that you use it as an excuse to get out there and breathe in the awesome experiences that our area has to offer. I so enjoyed putting together the tour of dance halls that you simply must visit at some point…two-stepping under the stars at these places is literally the stuff of lore. And then we have our amazing cover story on Malinee Peris De Silva, whose adventure of life is captured so wonderfully on the pages. It’s always hard to encapsulate a person’s life to the printed word, but I think that you’ll truly enjoy her story, and learn a lot about one of our fellow residents! As we enter the fall months shortly, I’d like to encourage you all to provide any and all feedback to us. Want to write? Have a story idea? Suggestion? We’re all ears here at the Dominion Magazine and welcome your response, participation and feedback. Thanks so much to the many residents that have assisted us over these past 4 years, and we are just so appreciative for the entire community and its wonderful feedback and support!

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CLUB HAPPENINGS

Dear Members, First of all, I'd like to thank all of you who have taken the time to complete your Member Survey. It is obvious that our Membership cares passionately about our Club. By expanding our Member Committees and Board of Governors we are taking another important step towards ensuring ongoing feedback and improvements to your "Member Experience" here at The Dominion. As I shared previously, we are currently looking for nominees interested in serving on the following committees: Golf Committee - Works with the Director of Golf / Head Golf Professional on ensuring golf activities for all levels of golfers, providing social and competitive tournaments, and the successful integration of all Golf Members into the Club. Green Committee - Acts as a liaison for the Membership with the Director of Golf / Superintendent regarding communication on course conditions, maintenance practices, and priorities. Tennis Committee - Works with the Director of Tennis on ensuring activities for all levels of tennis players, providing social and competitive tournaments, and the successful integration of all Tennis Members into the Club. Social Committee - Focus on planning a variety of fun activities that meet the needs and desires of our ever-evolving and growing Membership. Membership Committee - Members who are strong ambassadors of The Dominion will work directly with the General Manager and Membership Director, with the priority of our achieving a full complement of Members and a "Waiting List to Belong", thereby allowing The Dominion to increase its Initiation Fees to the level that properly represents our Club. Again, my sincere thanks to each of you who have taken the time to complete your Member Survey, and to those of you who are either nominating someone or who are personally interested in serving on one of our Member Committees. As always, should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly. My email address is SPhillips@DGGClubs.com and my direct line number is (210) 698-4800. Sincerely, Stephen T. Phillips General Manager T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m

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The Dominion Country Club Thursday, October 11, 2018 From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Duxbury Park Friday, September 7, 2018 Starts at 5:30 p.m.

The Lakes Friday, October 19, 2018 From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Duxbury Park Saturday, September 22, 2018 Food Trucks from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Movie starts at 8:00 p.m.

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TRUNK OR TREAT HALLOWEEN PARTY Duxbury Park Saturday, October 27, 2018 Starts at 5:30 p.m.

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Dominion Residents (Non-Club Members) invited to select Dominion Country Club Events

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

THE NEW HOA WEBSITE IS LIVE! The HOA’s website (www.dominionhoa. com) not only has a new look, but it is full of information and functionality. If you have not visited lately, now is the time! As before, there is lots of information about the HOA, the history, management, vision, Board of Directors, documents, covenants, etc. There is information about security, your pets, and The Dominion Country Club, and a page with what new residents need to know. Now there is so much more. Be sure to look at the “What’s Nearby” section, where you can search for all types of businesses, services, churches, activities close to The Dominion - you can even adjust the distance of the search area.

applications, house check forms, private event security, pet forms, street parking, etc. The HOA events are listed, with information about each, so you can plan ahead. Local schools and utilities are listed, neighborhood groups, a classified section, and a FAQ page. Want to find your neighbors? The password-protected Resident Directory has a link on the home page; residents need to register first with the HOA and get a password to log in. The minutes of the Board of Director’s meetings are also available, but password protected.

HOA Facebook and Instagram pages, there is a “News and Blog” and “Photos and Videos” section, where you can see any current news and photos of what is happening. And, there is an opportunity to stay even more connected by signing up for email blasts and for the Emergency Text Notifications. This wonderful new website should make life even easier in our beautiful community.

The website also helps you stay connected. At the top there is a link to the Dominion

You can not only pay your HOA bill, but now you can submit forms directly through the website: new resident forms, ACC

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Smoked Salmon Flatbread Pizzette

New Summer Menu Dishes by Chef Jay Nash, Head Chef, The Dominion Country Club

The goal for the culinary staff at The Dominion Country Club is simple; to always improve the member dining experience. Menu creation, seasonal dishes, well planned event menus, specials and attentive execution are areas of focus on a daily basis. We have currently introduced a few seasonal and new menu items, several of which were designed from member ideas or requests. 16

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Grilled Portobello with Lentils, Quinoa, Broiled Tomato & Fresh Basil Oil

Our small plates menu features two new items, blackened shrimp k-bobs with jalapeno sausage and cilantro pesto, and pork ”wings” with sesame ginger sauce. Both are bold in flavor and perfect anytime snack items with suggested wine pairing, or a beer after golf. The new mixed grill menu features a smoked salmon flatbread pizzette appetizer, summer chicken salad with blood orange vinaigrette, and two new vegetarian options. The popular burger night request chipotle black bean burger is now on the menu as well as a grilled portobello entrée with lentils, quinoa, broiled tomato and fresh basil oil.

The portobello mushrooms are marinated for 24 hours before grilling to order for a hearty almost steak like flavor. The following is a marinade recipe which can be used at home and is a fantastic item to grill as an entrée or accompaniment to steaks, burgers, or chicken. The marinade can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.

PORTOBELLO MARINADE 1/4 4-5 cloves 1/2 Cup 1/2 Cup 2 Cups 1/2 Tbsp. 1 tsp. 1 sprig 1-2 sprigs 2-4

Onion, Rough Chop Garlic Teriyaki Balsamic Vinegar Olive Oil Black pepper Crushed Red Pepper Rosemary (optional) Basil Portobello mushroom (or as many as needed)

Scrape out the mushroom “gills” with a spoon if desired. Combine ingredients and marinate portobello mushrooms submerged for 24 hours. Remove from marinade and let the mushrooms drain well. Grill after draining or you may store in a zip lock bag after draining for several days in advance. Be prepared for grill flare ups as excess olive oil will drip. Grill just like a burger or steak, I prefer concave side first then finish with flat side as flavorful juice will pool in the mushroom. Let rest a few minutes before cutting or slicing. The marinade also works well with zucchini and squashes. It may be used on beef but I would recommend hearty tougher cuts such as flank steak, and remove after 24 hours of marinade as there is a lot of acid from the vinegar that will break down proteins. Filet, ribeye, strip steaks will work well, but recommended to marinate a maximum 2-3 hours.

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Desserts To complement the new summer menu dishes, Chef Judy Marts has created several new desserts that are sure to please even the most discerning sweet tooth. Don't worry, Club favorites like the Rebecca Creek Pecan pie are clearly still on the menu. However, we've added a few more items you might like as well.

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CITY TOURS

HISTORIC DANCE HALLS You may not know it, but this particular portion of Texas is home to some amazingly cool dance halls. Many of them remain standing as the last actual “center” for a town. Sure, we all know about Luckenbach, but did you know about Albert, Texas? What about Kendalia, Texas? Take a ride with us as we tour some of the Hill Country’s most visit-worthy dancehalls that are still operating today, and should definitely have a spot on your bucket list!

LUCKENBACH Perhaps Texas’ most famous dancehall, it wasn’t always this way. Crumbling in the early ‘70s, Luckenbach (the entire town) was actually put up for sale by the original family, and Hondo Crouch picked it up. After Willie, Waylon, and the boys came by one day, and proceeded to record the famous song, the town has been a landmark ever since. With an official population of 3 (seriously), Luckenbach is nothing more than a dancehall, a general store, and a small bar the size of your kitchen. With live music playing virtually every single day, and an eclectic crowd of folks tapping their feet under the oak trees, the world famous Luckenbach is a must-visit for this list.

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KENDALIA Kendalia is about 12 miles up from the intersection of 3351/Hwy 46 (Bergheim), and features a dance hall, a general store, a VFD, a library, and a half dozen homes. That’s exactly the entire town. Built in 1903, the Dance Halle was a central gathering point for folks that traveled long distances to get there. Kids slept on the benches, food was brought in potluck, and if someone had too many libations, they chained him to the tree out front until he sobered. It still hosts dances frequently, and it still is in the middle

of nowhere. Check out their music calendar and try to catch a show. Two-stepping in this old Dance Halle is like going back in time!

ALBERT You’ve never even heard of Albert, Texas but it’s about 10 miles or so south of Stonewall off of Hwy 290. Albert consists of an icehouse/dancehall and a home. That’s it. In fact, from one City Limit sign to the other is approximately 400 yards. Founded in 1877, it was originally named Martinsburg. When the Luckenbach family left their homestead

and moved to the town, they renamed it after the husband, Albert Luckenbach. (When you’re the only residents, you can name a town whatever you want). The dancehall was built in 1922, and ran continuously every Saturday night. By 1985, the town had been virtually deserted, the icehouse boarded up, and the dancehall was a community center. In true Texas fashion, the descendants that still owned the “town” put the entire town up for sale, and a businessman bought it in 2009, updated a few of the buildings, and brought Albert back to life. Stop by on a Sunday afternoon for cold drinks, a little live music, and some of the food truck fare that surrounds the property.

looks almost the same as it did then. Consisting of two buildings, the Fischer Bowling Club and the Dance Hall, it offers plenty for a Saturday night. Bowling still happens (9 pin) most every night, and the Dance Hall hosts frequent live shows (and a lot of weddings). Look up their calendar, chart a course, and breathe in the history. Heck, the dance hall has remained virtually untouched since it was originally built. The only modification was indoor plumbing (thank goodness).

nothing else to the “town” anymore, but you can still kick up your heels on the same wood as those German farmers at the turn of the century and enjoy a Texas night under the stars.

ANHALT

FISCHER “Don’t blink and you’ll miss it” sums up Fischer, Texas pretty well. With a listed population of 20, it’s located between Wimberley and Blanco off of RR32. Established in the 1850s as a supply center between San Marcos and Blanco, it was named after Hermann Fischer built a small trading post in the “town”. To this day, it

Just off the road between Bergheim and Bulverde you’ll find a small sign that says “Anhalt Dance Hall”. The town, before it was even a town, was known as the Krause Settlement. It was basically a rag-tag group of German farmers that got together for protection from the Indians of the area. They then named themselves the Germania Farmer Verein, and boast of this name to this day. In 1887 the group built a small “hall” for a cost of $344. In 1887, it doubled in size for $666. In 1891 it grew again for $751. Finally, in 1908 the entire dance hall (as it sits today) was fully remodeled for a cost of $2512 and the rest, as they say is history. To this day, the Verien has approximately 350 members and has frequent dances and weddings. There is T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m

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Name Shawn Beach, Owner Business Calamity Jane’s Trading Company. Year Opened 2004 What got you into this line of work? I have been doing design work approximately 30 years. Whether it be drawing or decorating houses, it has been my love for as long as I can remember. My major in college was Interior Architecture/Design. Opening the store in 2004 was a result of working on design projects and not finding what I wanted for my clients. I was new to Retail then, but boy have I learned a lot over the years. What is your favorite part of your job? My favorite thing about my job is having happy customers. Seeing how pleased they are with a unique style of furniture or a custom designed piece. We have some wonderful customers that come in and out of the store and we appreciate every one of them. What is the most challenging? The most challenging thing about Retail is keeping it fresh and getting people in the door. Retail has changed so much over the

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past 6 years and it is getting much more challenging every year. I try to keep the most current colors, fabrics and styles for the customers to see, along with one-of-a-kind items mixed throughout the store. What are the future plans for the store? I hope Calamity Janes is around for a long time. We are always striving to find good quality items at a better price. How has the community assisted with your success/growth? The Boerne community, along with the surrounding areas have been wonderful supporters since opening the store in 2004. So much building is going on in the area and it is not showing any sign of slowing down. From the Dominion to Cordillera, Fredericksburg to Bandera, and all the communities in between, we thank you all. Future plans for you? Anything on the horizon? The future of Calamity Jane’s is to continue providing excellent service, going above and beyond for every customer. Our mission is to continue to find quality furnishings, oneof-a-kind items and to make your home or office beautiful and uniquely you.

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A LONG WAY TRAVELLED MALINEE PERIS DE SILVA by Peggy Schooley

When I entered Mrs. De Silva’s home, the first thing I noticed was a gorgeous, old, grand piano with a beautiful mahogany patina. I just knew it had an amazing story…and it does. As does its amazing owner, Malinee De Silva. If you look her up on the internet, or in iTunes, she is known professionally as Malinee Peris. (Know, too, that she referred me to wikipedia for the history of her early years because we spent so much of our time talking of other things! Full disclosure!)

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I am so blessed to have the pleasure of participating in interviews with community members. And, as I so often find during these interviews, the amazing people in The Dominion community are a rare breed. They have achieved so much and affected so many in amazing ways…and yet remain exceedingly humble, kind and caring to the people around them. Mrs. De Silva is a vibrant and charming woman, and wicked clever. We tried very hard between us to cure all that ails the world, but were unsuccessful and proceeded into trying to focus on her and her experiences in her life. Please know how hard that was, because she honestly is more interested in you/me than herself, and more interested in the wider world, than what is happening inside her house.

“I came to San Antonio because my son, Anil de Silva, MD (pediatric anesthesiologist) relocated to this area.” I had the chance to speak with Dr. de Silva, as well, and he explained that he is “currently working with the Texas Tech School of Medicine in Lubbock. They do not have a pediatric cardiology program, but I’m working with their regular cardiology team.” In addition to her son, Anil, Mrs. de Silva’s twin daughters have also taken the medical route in their lives. Both are M.D.s, Shari is a neurologist, and Shirin is a medical occupational therapist. Her daughters are both in Arkansas at this time and are affiliated with the VA hospital there. “I am also pleased to tell you that I have four Arkansan grandchildren! Sandir, Preeya, Karen and Maya!”

Currently, Malinee Peris de Silva is an adjunct professor at George Washington University in Washington, DC and spends the remainder of her time here in San Antonio. She retains a few very advanced students on her teaching rolls, and has seen many of her previous students continue on to concert careers. “One student from Japan owns a saki factory, and another student is performing at the Kennedy Center. However,” she told me “I also have many, many students who went on to have nonmusical careers. But they always told me that their music is where they return when they need to rest or repair in their lives.”

I asked her to outline some of her early memories of her childhood in Ceylon. “Being raised in Sri Lanka in those years (she was born in 1929) was so very different from life today. My father was very concerned that, during WWII, navies would be able to shell our home from their ships at sea. So we moved three miles inland to a very small village, Kesbewa. Our little home had no electricity nor plumbing, we used kerosene lamps and communal bathing and water wells. My siblings and I would ride a bullock cart from home to school everyday - and if the bull didn’t want to pull our weight up over a hill, we would all clamber out and

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push from the rear of the cart! I never felt for a moment that I didn’t have everything anyone could ever need or want. My father was Buddhist and my mom was Christian, and that always would assure some type of family excitement especially during religious holidays. On certain Buddhist holidays, I still remember my mother standing…never moving…throughout the entire time we would be in a temple with my father. She wouldn’t speak against his taking us, but she made it very clear that she wasn’t going to participate! The Buddhist temples were so beautiful during feast times — huge arrangements of flowers hanging from the ceilings with candles lit inside of them - it was almost magical. I’ve been back a time or two in more recent days, and the flowers are plastic and the candles are electric light bulbs. There just isn’t a way to compare the two experiences any more, and I’m sorry for the children who don’t have the opportunity to see the intricate handcraft work and attention to detail as I did.” A quick overview from her very early years: She was born Chitra Malinee Jayasinghe-Peris in Colombo, the capital of Ceylon in 1929. Her father was a journalist and private secretary to the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. Her mother was a music teacher who started Malinee at four years old on the career she was to embrace and impact so vibrantly. (She also is an accomplished violinist, and continued her violin studies until she needed to focus on one or the other. Her teacher in violin performance at this time was Eileen Prins. As you can tell, she chose piano.) She continued: As time passed, she attended Princess of Wales College Moratuwa and presented her first solo recital in Colombo at the age of 12. (As a new piano student myself, it is amazing to think of a 12 year old girl playing Johann Sebastian Bach, C.P. E. Bach, Beethoven, Dunhill, Mozart, and Couperin.) She continued the story of her early years at home: “My parents had a long and happy marriage, and I had such a wonderful childhood. I loved school…and I still recall the strictness of the English principal and instructors in the Colombo Missionary Society (who set up and ran the school). I remember one day arriving to class a moment past the first bell. That was just not acceptable! So I was called to the front of the entire school’s assembly and required to just stand there for at least a half hour while we went through all of the announcements for the day. Completely humiliating. You know, it was very effective - I never was late again! I revere those educational expectations, however, because as a Sri Lankan woman traveling the country as a concert pianist gave me so many challenges and opportunities to work through. One simple one, for example, is I was the first concert player who wore a sari!! Some concert management had some difficulty with that and wanted me to wear more traditional western clothes. I never did, and it never caused any major issues.”

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As she grew older, the breadth of her experiences broadened as well. As an Associated Board scholar, Peris studied piano with Lance Dossor at the Royal College of Music, she continued violin with Isolde Menges at the Royal College, chamber music with Arthur Jacobs, and history and composition with Dr. Herbert Howells. At the same time she was introduced to Hungarian born virtuoso Louis Kentner, who became her mentor and teacher for the next 20 years. Kentner was brotherin-law to violinist Yehudi Menuhin, their piano trio which included Gaspar Cassado as cellist rehearsed during summers in Gstaad Switzerland. She was awarded The Hopkinson Silver Medal in 1951 from the Royal College of Music, her first Wigmore Hall recital in 1951 was met with critical acclaim from the London Daily Express and the London Daily Telegraph. In 1955 she competed at the Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland where she won an Honorable Mention. She toured Poland that same year as well as many years that followed. In 1958, Peris was on the program of the premiere of the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka’s debut performance where she performed Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto, Op. 58. She was awarded the title of Kala Keerthi by the government of Sri Lanka in 1993, that nation’s highest honor in the arts. During all of these accomplishments, Malinee was also a mother, a diplomat’s wife, a daughter, and a sister. Life could not have been busier! Malinee’s husband, Douglas A. de Silva, was a career diplomat with the Sri Lankan government, and they were posted in many places including Belgium, Portugal, and the European Community, as well as the US. He ultimately retired from his diplomatic duties and became an executive at the World Bank in Washington DC. “We were married for 42 years until 1995, when he suddenly passed away. I was always glad that just prior to that we went to New Orleans where he was able to do a lot of research and touring of important Civil War historical places, people, and things. He loved the Civil War history more than almost anything else he was researching then.”

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I asked her to share some of her best and/or funniest memories of her husband and she came out with the best story ever. “We were invited to a costume party where each of us had to represent a book of some sort. I don’t remember what I did, but I’ll never forget my husband’s outfit! He attached a piece of paper to the back of his pants that would sort of flow about as he walked. He won the contest because no one could figure out that his book with ‘Gone with the Wind.’” This story convinces me more than anything else that we would have been great friends. “When we were posted in London, towards the end of WWII, we would often have to repair to the Tube when the air sirens would sound. In our little area of town, our experience couldn’t have been more different than the ones you sometimes see on television or in the movies. Yes, we had to go underground and yes, there were dangerous planes flying overhead dropping bombs. But our area of town, with hundreds of people about, had somehow decided that we would do it a little differently. Many of us brought our musical instruments, I always brought my violin, and my husband and I would join into the music, the singing, and we would sometimes dance until the all clear was given to us. It was of course frightful, but music is such an amazing way to draw people together in even the worst of times.” As she continued the story of some of the ambassadorial adventures, she shared “So often we would be called upon to help ease tensions between countries, because no one was fighting with Sri Lanka. One time Zubin Mehta (Israel Philharmonic Conductor) was in Belgium, but India wasn’t talking to Israel at that time, and at least three or four other countries were unhappy with each other. So we would be called on to hold dinners for 20 or 24 people and our protocol officers would spend days trying to figure out just who could sit by who without causing a war!” As she continued, the joy of those times and experiences shined in her eyes. “We were posted in Burma, and most people said it would be the very worst posting of our career. My husband was a lowly 2nd Secretary, so we were glad just to have a posting. One time, General Ne Win (Prime Minister of Burma from 1958 to 1960 and 1962 to 1974, and also head of state from 1962

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to 1981) and his wife, Khin May Than (Katie), were working to create a leopard asylum. We were going to have to do something for a fund raiser, but couldn’t really find the perfect solution. Then my friend from the US ambassador ranks, Lois Morgan, jumped in to help. We hired the Strand Hotel and its grand piano, and their huge hall that held 1500 people. I agreed to play, and all 1500 seats were filled.” As an aside, Malinee confessed “that might be most likely because they knew the General and his wife were going to be there, but it was a wonderful evening. Music played a big part in many of our lives - in fact, The US Ambassador to Burma at the time, Walter P. McConaughy, played the clarinet and could have been a professional with the Chicago Symphony, but he chose diplomatic ranks instead.” As she continued, she told me “So, while everybody else said it would be a bad posting, my husband and I made great friends and had great fun there. We are still friends with many of our compatriots from those days.” Ultimately, the de Silva’s were posted in Washington, DC and the children were given the opportunity to go to St. Albans School and The Cathedral Girls School. Through this contact, Malinee became an intercessor at The Washington National Cathedral itself. “I had done a concert for them in the past, and so I knew the headmaster at the school. As time passed, I became more and more involved, and I ultimately joined the Catholic Church. I remain a lector at the National Cathedral even now. During my Washington years I was also given the opportunity to write reviews of concerts for The Washington Post. Those were, and are, really busy years.” A few days after our time together came to a close, she wrote me a note saying she felt remiss not to have focused more on the stately lady that stands in her foyer, her beautiful Steinway 6’ Grand Piano. It has been a major part of her entire life, and her story is meant to be told. “My husband bought me this reconditioned Steinway 6’ Grand in 1956 before my son

was born. We were young diplomats posted to Washington DC and this was a much appreciated gift. My piano has travelled the world over. From Washington she went to Burma, Sri Lanka, to London, to The Hague in the Netherlands, back to Sri Lanka, back to Washington again on our second posting there,. She stayed with me throughout my husband’s time at the World Bank - throughout my children's school years at St. Albans and Cathedral Girls School and college. When my husband retired from the Bank and went as Sri Lankan Ambassador to Belgium, and the Benelux and the European Community and Portugal, she travelled with us to Brussels. Finally, we decided to retire in Portugal and my piano travelled there with us. The travel wasn’t quite over yet, though, she came back to Bethesda Maryland and then to Indiana to my daughter's home after my husband died. She made it to Arkansas with them, back to Washington where I bought an extra apartment just to keep her. Finally she has a home in San Antonio in the Dominion and rules over my house! When I had her reconditioned - she was born in 1915 - to move her to San Antonio, the firm asked me whether I would like to polish and give her case a face lift. I said an emphatic No. This is an old lady, much travelled,and every scar and wrinkle has been earned. I watched her winched up to the 9th floor in Brussels - carried up 9 floors in Portugal. She has lived in hot climates and cold, with monsoon humidity and in dry weather. As a Steinway artist I had the opportunity of buying newer pianos many times. My studio at GWU has 2 Steinways, very new and shiny, and they sound beautiful. BUT my piano has been my friend for so many years - she knew my joys and sorrows, my fears and anger — I cannot replace her.” Much like Malinee de Silva’s piano is so much a part of her life, the people in this community — the heart and soul of the place — are irreplaceable, too.

S TA F F P R O F I L E by Peggy Schooley

JAMIE CHRISTIANSON Meeting with Jamie Christianson on Day Eight of his tenure at The Dominion was 1) very kind of him to meet with me so early on, and 2) it was a delightful way to get to know him. During our conversation, Jamie made a couple of comments I want to be sure to put up front: “I was mentored by Jim Suttie, Ph.D. in Naples, FL. I grew my teaching ability while with him because I carefully observed how he communicated with his students, asked him constant questions, and saw how he would ‘flex’ his approach to be sure he was meeting the student’s needs. That has become my own mantra ‘I don’t force a student to meet MY needs, but I adjust to meet my STUDENT’S needs.’” These words were offered with conviction and heartfelt dedication. I sense a focused teacher with the ability to work with almost any style of learning that comes his way. The first question I asked “what is the most exciting part of your brand new role?” The answer was offered with a lot of enthusiasm — “I love the opportunity to grow absolutely every aspect of this world in this amazing club!” He followed that up by telling me “remembering names is the very hardest part, I admit!” As an inveterate name-forgetter, I was utterly sympathetic to this aspect of a new role. So, golfers, please introduce yourself every time you see Jamie until he knows your name, your favorite club to swing, and your favorite tee time! Jamie shared a brief background of his golfing experience, and it started much earlier than you might imagine. “I started playing at three years old back in Wisconsin, and haven’t put the clubs down since. I’ve loved the game for as long as I can remember.” “I started in the golf business as a career in 2003 in Tucson AZ. I had gone to University

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of Arizona for a short while but it interfered with my golfing too much. (Chuckle) So I went to work at club — I call it ‘starting in the business’, and what I mean is that I truly started at the ‘beginning’. I was a bag boy at that first club, and I’ve worked my way through every aspect of the business since. In 2003 I moved to Phoenix, then Oklahoma City, Naples FL, back to Oklahoma City, where I attained my Pro credentials and was the Assistant Pro. For the last five years I’ve been the Head Pro at the Miramont Club in College Station. I am so honored to be the Director of this great Golf Club — and the golf history — here at The Dominion.”

are in the mix as well. Elijah, 7, is huge into being a Ninja Warrior — and I mean he is serious about it. He takes lessons and works out on obstacle courses that intimidate most people! Our youngest son, Emmett, is only 2, so I’m mot sure what his childhood passion might be, but I’m sure he’ll have one.”

Speaking of Dominion golf history — I asked what he thought of bringing a PGA event back to the Club, ala the Senior tournament. “Older golf courses are certainly being surpassed these days simply because pros hit the ball so, so much longer than they did ever before. But, first, I would want to know if our members want to pursue such a goal or not. Then, based on their direction, we would proceed in the appropriate way. It is true that our club, at 6800 yards, is considered too short by some pro players. I have some great connections at the PGA and I’m willing to vy for a site visit just to hear what they think we might have to do or change to be considered again. However, this is a goal that is a further down my priority list. Right now I am focused on simply making this a great course with fantastic customer service, giving a wonderful experience for each golfer than plays a round here.”

As mentioned before, Jamie is a very focused teacher, and has worked with some of the best instructors in the business. “I’ve tried a lot of different approaches, I’ve been able to watch experts in this role, and I’ve read endlessly about methods. Part of what is challenging right now for instructors across the board is the changing way students learn. People’s attention spans are pretty minuscule and so if I notice a bit of boredom - I immediately change the approach! Faster pace, give more feedback, go to a different skill. Whatever they need to be able to learn, give it to them. I’m not going to change a lifetime of instant feedback and 10 second text messages, so my job, and the job of all of our instructors here, will be to see and hear the student’s need…and to meet it.”

Jamie and his wife, Christine, met in 2004 in Arizona. “It was an introduction via my friend from U of A…who was Christine’s best friend’s boyfriend. Kismet! Christine has been a steady influence and rock for me since we met. She has calmly moved from place to place, city to city, and now two little ones

Jamie continued: “We are looking for a home in the Boerne School District area, but haven’t found exactly what we are looking for just yet. Our home in College Station is for sale, and so we are hopeful the move will occur quickly — at least before school starts in the Fall.”

Jamie and his family love to be outdoors. “When I was a kid, I grew up on the water at a nearby lake, so fishing is a mainstay hobby. But mostly Christine and I are into whatever the boys are into at the moment!” By the way, I asked if Christine played golf. The answer, with a smile: “She has clubs.” Enjoy your new Club Golf Director!

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THE DOMINION GIVES

RANCH CHIC FASHION SHOW

TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY SEPTEMBER 13, 2018 Join us for a Fabulously Fun Magical Evening as we raise money for an incredible charity, The American Cancer Society! You are invited to one of the San Antonio's premier events, The RANCH CHIC FASHION SHOW Thursday, September 13th @ 6:00 pm @ University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg Skyroom 847 E.Hildebrand Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212 Featuring: • Over 25 cancer survivor models • Gourmet meal stations by Don Strange Catering • Surprise dessert created specially for the Ranch Chic Fashion Show • Totes full of goodies • Raffles and other games • Best of all, an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of cancer survivors in our community! Every one of us has or will be affected by cancer in our lifetime. Your contribution is invaluable in the fight against this terrible disease.

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FITNESS

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Zumba Andrea 8:00 a.m.

Strength & Balance Monica 8:00 a.m.

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Yoga Fundamentals Monica 10:45 a.m.

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Core Fusion Jess 11:00 a.m.

Power Yoga Jess 12:00 p.m.

Cycle Strength & Stretch Julie 9:30 a.m. *90 min

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SOCIAL GROUP by David Wiechmann

SERVICE ABOVE SELF: Rotary at the Dominion

There are many people who don’t know that the Dominion has an active Rotary International (“RI”) Club and it’s no longer your grandfather’s business networking hub. Its membership is now open beyond business leaders to anyone with a heart for service and yearning for great fellowship. In 110 years Rl has grown from one U.S. club to be the world’s oldest and largest service club organization with over 1.2 million Rotarians in 35,000 clubs in more than 200 countries. Your neighbors in the Rotary Club of San Antonio at the Dominion constitute a diverse group of individuals who like to have fun and 42

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learn. They meet weekly for lunch every Tuesday at the Dominion Country Club, but reserve the first Tuesday of every month for fellowship at a neighborhood watering hole. In addition to native Texans, members have lived in Mexico, Africa, Puerto Rico, India and Germany bringing a plethora of fun stories and perspectives. At Tuesday luncheons typically a guest expert speaks on activities in and around our neighborhood providing a greater depth of coverage than you can get on TV. Topics discussed range the gamut of our highways, water, medical, schools, real

estate, music festivals, art museums, fuel supplies and the economy. RI members form a global network of neighbors and problem solvers who volunteer their time and talents to serve the communities they live in and the world. From once helping to form the United Nations to today’s elimination of polio and the global spread of other diseases that are just one flight away from everyone’s home, 1.2 million Rotarians strive to exemplify their motto of “Service Above Self.”

So Why Rotary? It is the only non-profit, non-religious, non-political organization in the world that has an actual plan for peace and stability through the implementation of its six areas of focus: clean water and sanitation, disease prevention and treatment, maternal and child health, basic education and literacy, economic development and finally peace and conflict resolution. It is because of its unique standing in the world, that while others talk, Rotarians are able to instead take action. The Dominion Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community involvement gravitates towards the interest of its members since RI is driven ground up by its local clubs and not through top down edicts. Hands on service projects have included wrapping and delivering presents for Elf Louise, the Food Bank, Adopt A Highway at Ralph Fair Road, a Halloween party for all of San Antonioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handicapped children, a toy drive/casino party plus teenager training on first aid and the business basics of being baby sitters. Most local charitable groups have at one point in time benefitted from a Rotary Club or Rotarian. An annual fundraiser is held to assist organizations that our members take a personal interest in. Recently the Dominion Club has donated to existing local organizations such as the Leon Springs VFD, Cactus Pear Music Festival, school libraries and reading programs, wounded U.S. military veterans, food banks, Boy Scouts and a scholarship at UTSA. Grants were also made for international projects managed by local Rotarians such as eye glasses in Africa and Central America, leg surgeries in India

and home construction in the Honduras. Another project provides tents, water purification kits and other essential items in foot lockers distributed at disaster and war torn areas around the planet including the recent flood in Houston. The club also supports nearby youth clubs at Aue and Leon Springs Elementary Schools as well as TMI and the Art Institute. Early Act in the elementary schools is a non-violence strategy building program which provides children, ages 5-13, with an after-school opportunity for gaining an increased awareness and knowledge of their

community and the world. At a young age, all students can easily be encouraged to be caring and helpful. It also engages students in character-building activities and prepares them for leadership roles to identify and carry out projects which benefit their school, local and global communities. If you are interested in becoming a member, please feel free to stop by and join them for lunch. Membership however is by invitation only. It is guaranteed to lift your spirits. More information can be found at dominionrotary.org/ as well as on Facebook.

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GOOD READS

by Marlene Neslund, Dominion Resident

BEARTOWN his lawyer wife Kira (the wolf mother among bears), “We’re a town in the middle of the forest. We’ve got no tourism, no mine, no high-tech industry. We’ve got darkness, cold and unemployment. If we can make this town excited again,…that has to be a good thing,” It is of some importance to know that Peter is so averse to conflict that he can’t even kill time. He and Kira have a fifteen-year old daughter Maya who becomes a major player as this tale unfolds. Kevin Erdahl is a seventeenyear old super-star of the junior hockey team. He comes from the wealthy end of town and lives in a huge house where “all communication has had its emotions amputated.” His parents aren’t interested in hockey, only in success. Perfection isn’t a goal in this family, it’s the norm. Other team members of equal importance are Benji, Amat, Bobo and more — all deftly drawn with a realistic pen.

In his fourth novel, BEARTOWN, Fredrik Backman (the number-one New York Times best-selling author of A Man Called Ove) returns with a dazzling, profound novel about a small town with a big dream. He tells the story of a remote Swedish town that centers life around ice hockey. This town “…is losing. It’s been a very long time since it won at anything. More jobs disappear each year, and with them the people, and the forest devours one or more abandoned houses each season.” It’s March and the town’s junior ice hockey team is training to compete in the national semifinals. These talented teenage boys, each a distinct character in his own right, are the sole source of hope for the town. There is no one major character in this fast moving story. Peter Andersson, the general manager of Beartown Ice Hockey Club, tells 44

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Strong female characters also abound: Ana, Maya’s faithful friend — a tornado; Ramona, the owner and barmaid of the Bearskin, isolated and lonely; Adri, Benji’s older sister, wise and supportive; Fatima, Amat’s mother, hard working and proud. Sune, the veteran A Team coach, has “become shorter and broader; he has more face to wash and less hair to comb, and finds himself getting annoyed by narrow chairs and poor-quality zippers.” Backman provides truisms liberally throughout this novel. But he does so in such a skilled manner that he avoids being didactic. “We become what we are told we are.” “If you make yourself useful, you get a longer leash.” “The only thing the sport gives us are moments, but what the hell is life apart from moments?” “Being a parent makes you feel like a blanket that’s always too small. No matter how hard you try to cover

everyone, there’s always someone who’s freezing.” “People feel pain and it shrinks their souls.” Backman doesn’t linger and over-detail game scenes. Thus the non-hockey reader isn’t bored. His writing is crisp and succinct just like hockey and the cold town that adores the sport. ‘“When the wind blows off the lake at this time of year, it feels like your face is being torn by ghosts.” It’s a place where snow covers the ground three seasons out of the year and residents hurry to plant small gardens in summer recess. The author puts the spotlight on the ethical and moral question of how much aggression and violence society should tolerate in sports. If a player commits a flagrant foul, he is benched or rejected from the game. If he would exhibit the same behavior on the street, the police would be called. Has society allowed our ice rinks, basketball courts, and football fields to become sanctuary sites for aggressive behavior? And if so, does this permissive attitude promote or at least allow one that looks the other way? An apathetic society is shown time and time again in BEARTOWN. “Culture, values and community” is the slogan of the hockey club. Sune tells us, ‘’Culture is as much about what we encourage as what we permit’’. And community is the sum total of our choices. Backman connects his theme with the setting; “As tough as the forest, as hard as the ice — work hard and keep your mouth shut.” BEARTOWN is a good story, presented to the reader on a platter of excellent writing with real characters who jump from the page — perhaps one day to jump to the screen. This book would make a great hockey movie to rival the 2004 classic MIRACLE. But then again, if Backman were a Texan, this novel would be about football. Rumor has it that BEARTOWN is first in a trilogy. The title of the second book, US AGAINST YOU (mentioned twice in this novel), will be published in late August, 2018, and takes place around six months after BEARTOWN ends.

TMI

by Andrea Forshee

TMI STUDENT PROFILES TMI prepares their students in every aspect for their first year of college. The students are mentally, socially, and most importantly academically prepared and excited to begin the next phase of their education away from home. I had the opportunity to chat with a few TMI graduates as they headed to college, either for the first time or as a returning scholar. One major thread through each conversation that I had with them was confidence. Each student felt fully prepared and excited to head out into the world and it was a pleasure to visit with each one. The first student I talked with is 19 year old Julia Grace Walker. She is an incoming freshman to Southern Methodist University with a major in International Economics and minoring in Spanish. She took a gap year to teach English in Ecuador and told me “ I feel strongly that the year abroad helped me to apply real life experiences to my first year in college that my peers may not have.” Julia exuded confidence and excitement about heading to SMU! The next student I spoke with is 19 year old rising sophomore at Harvard, Elizabeth Holmes. She felt her first year went surprisingly smooth and told me “I feel like I adjusted really well. I’m on the swim team at Harvard and my teammates really showed me the ropes and that really helped.” Having a strong network of connections with her roommate and being friends with a senior at Harvard really helped her adjust to college life and being on her own. She is currently deciding between two majors: Neurobiology or Evolutionary Biology. I also met 19 year old Austin Miller, a rising sophomore at SMU who is majoring in Computer Science. Almost right away he said “SMU was a great fit for me. The administration is really supportive and I feel like they really wanted me there from the day one.” His first year was a lot of fun and went really well. The Computer Science Department became a strong social network for him and moving to SMU was a really smooth transition. He really enjoys

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living in Dallas and says “TMI prepares you in all aspects for college.” 19 year old Chad Harthan is a rising sophomore at the University of Texas and what helped him in his first year was joining a club. Going from a small school to a significantly larger school was a big adjustment and being part of the Robotics Club helped him adjust immensely. He laughs “I did bring a lot of stuff with me that I did not need for my dorm so in that way I did over prepare. But other than that, I think TMI prepares you well for going to college so in terms of that I felt really well equipped.” Chad is majoring in Electrical and Computer Engineering and is ready to begin his second year at UT. Peter Fera, an 18 year old incoming freshman to the University of Pennsylvania, is feeling really prepared for his first year away from home. A double major in Philosophy Politics and Economics as well as English, Peter felt that studying at TMI got him ready at the collegiate level immensely. The AP and Honors classes that he took at TMI were in a seminar type environment and that helps him feel prepared for the lecture-style classes he will have at U of PA. He seems to be more than ready to head out of state with one exception: “I’ve been shopping a lot for my dorm room and I realized that a lot of what I’ve gotten is not essential stuff so now I need to start focusing on the essential things really quickly but hopefully my parents can help with that and packing what I need!”

I also met with Brooke Kotopoulos, an 18 year old incoming freshman to Northeastern University. She is majoring in Mechanical Engineering and is extremely excited and feels very prepared for her first year. She says “I’m just anxious at this point, I want college to start, I want to move into my dorm! The college gave us a list of what to bring and what not to bring and my mom has been helping me a lot, too.” Brooke feels that knowing your roommate and communicating closely with them before getting there is a huge key to

the transition. She thinks that planning and not letting yourself procrastinate will ease a lot of the stress that can come with preparing to leave to an out of state college for the first time. Emmie Walsh, an 18 year old incoming freshman to the University of Oklahoma, is really excited to get started. She told me “I go up August 8th, which is pretty early so I’m kind of rushing into it and my classes start super early but I’m ready!” She is a little worried about not packing enough but she’s been talking a lot with her roommate and they have been working together to get what they think they will need. Emmie’s majoring in Pre-Nursing and her best advice to this year’s high school senior is: “Finish this year strong. Don’t fall into the Senior Lag and push through. Live it up also because you are going to miss it!” Last but not least, I talked to Dawson Dullnig, an incoming freshman at Vassar University. He is majoring in Astronomical and Aerospace Engineering and will be playing baseball. His major worry is pretty basic “I’m worried about if I’m going to survive because it’s a really hard school to get into and I’m worried about balancing baseball and education for sure.” He already has a strong plan in place to help him achieve that balance with a university counselor, his teammates, and his coach all already in place to keep him centered. He feels strongly that his teammates will keep him in check as he finds his balance in his first year. All in all, it was a pleasure to meet with these amazing young men and women as they head out into the world to begin the next chapter of their lives. They have a strong foundation that has enabled them to feel confident and capable to leave home and continue their education. I was in awe of the level of planning and preparedness that they have put in place to ensure their success. Thank you to TMI for the opportunity to see a small slice of the next generation, they will change the world without a doubt!

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ADVICE FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN

MACY DIETZ TEX AS A&M, Sophomore

WHAT DID YOU PACK FOR YOUR DORM YOU FOUND YOU DIDN’T NEED? So, when I packed for college, I really overestimated how many “extra” things I would need. For example, I went out and bought a hand-held steamer for my clothes that was used MAYBE once. I expected that I would have to dress nice regularly, but the people in college are there to learn, so nobody really cares how you dress. Also, my roommate and I bought a waffle maker and a breakfast sandwich maker, and both are STILL in the box. Honestly, anything kitchenwise probably isn’t necessary. Meal plans are a great thing, and, for A&M at least, all oncampus freshmen are required to have a one. HOW DO YOU START MEETING PEOPLE? Meeting people on campus is easier than you’d think! For example, Resident Advisors in the dorms are really good about putting on activities such as cook-outs or making s’mores to get the whole building involved. Plus, living in such close quarters to a bunch of other students makes finding people so much easier because you’ll run into the same people on the stairs, in the laundry room, or studying around campus. I happened to become super good friends with the boy who lived across the hall from me, so one day we switched the name tags on our doors so that mine said “Matthew” and his door said “Macy.” You would not believe how many people that confused! A&M has a really big “open house” type of event twice a year where all of the clubs and organizations on campus get to set up booths in the Memorial Student Center so that students could easily find groups with their similar interests. Also, some schools, as well as A&M, have websites dedicated to different organizations on campus. From these websites, you can browse the different options and find a good fit for yourself! A bunch of organizations on campus also do events that are off campus, so it really just depends on what you’re looking for. There are so many groups to be a part of, so it’s easy to find your people! 48

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WHAT CLASSES SHOULD I PLAN TO TAKE DURING MY FIRST SEMESTER VS ONES I SHOULD WAIT UNTIL LATER TO TAKE? Freshman year is devoted to the basic/core classes and an elective or two. Regardless of your major, you have to meet certain university requirements in specific areas. Math, English, history, and science are the big ones, but each major will clarify as to which specific class is needed. Plan on taking these classes as soon as possible because they’re the ones most underclassmen take meaning you can meet more people in your graduating class and you can focus more on major specifics as you transition into being an upperclassman. You also don’t want to be the only senior in a class of all freshmen! This is where AP and Dual credit come in handy. I went to A&M with 27 credits under my belt (meaning I was 3 credits away from being a sophomore). Why this is so great is because it’s cheaper in the long run, you’ll have the option to graduate early, and you’ll be able to move on to major specific classes quicker because you will have already filled your English, math, or whatever requirement before you even started as a student at the university. I didn’t have to take any English or history classes since I came in with those credits, so I got to start on my major specific classes my 1st semester freshman year, and I will be a Junior by credit hours for the 20182019 school year. The best part about all of this is that I will get to get my football tickets before any underclassmen since we get our tickets by university classification! So, I think that is motivation in itself! WHAT WAS THE HARDEST THING ABOUT YOUR FIRST YEAR? The hardest thing about my first year was just the fact that I was on my own. You have to become very self-disciplined to find a good balance between fun and school. I personally did not do as well as I could’ve academically my first semester because I was still trying to find that balance. A good place to start is with 75% of work for 25% of play. That might sound a little unfair, but the reward of a good GPA is so worth it. Plus, each ratio depends on the

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person, so if you can get by with only 60% of work then do it, but if you’re not doing as well as you expected then you should probably get some help. Never be afraid or ashamed to ask for help or go to tutoring because college is hard and we are all there to struggle and thrive together! Keep in mind, it is MUCH harder to bring your GPA up than it is to maintain it or drop it. Remember why you’re actually at school and keep your future goals in mind to keep you from swaying too far to one side of the balance. ANY TIPS FOR GETTING ALONG WITH A ROOMMATE YOU MAYBE HAVE NEVER MET BEFORE? A&M has a great thing where you can answer a couple of questions about yourself and your preferences and it will match you with others who shared your same responses. My first roommate was a girl from Austin whom I had never met before, but we met through the roommate finder, ended up LOVING each other and we are still super good friends even now! Living with somebody new and unfamiliar can be a little nerve-wracking. The main thing to remember is that you are both probably feeling that way! Be yourself, but realize that this is another person you’re dealing with and they deserve the same amount of privacy and respect that you would want for yourself. Hopefully the friendship will be instant, but if it isn’t don’t feel obligated to stay in that room with that person. Contact your Resident Advisor or the housing department and they can move you if space permits. I luckily have never been placed with a bad roommate or suitemate (the people who we shared the bathroom with). We all ended up loving each other which led to many movie nights, shared closets, study dates, and 2 am taco runs. The closer to the end of the year, the closer we all got with each other. Now my Fall and Spring roommate from last year is living with me again for this upcoming year!

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HOW DIFFERENT IS STUDYING FOR A COLLEGE COURSE FROM STUDYING FOR A HIGH SCHOOL COURSE? You’ve probably heard this a million times, but college is 10x harder than high school. It is imperative that you stay on top of your work because “late work” is not a thing in higher level education. Plus, you need to study and read to do well which was the hardest thing for me to accept because I could fly through high school doing the bare minimum and still have great results, but that just isn’t how it works in college. One of my professors told me that “high school is a teaching environment, but college is a learning environment.” Meaning that, in high school you’re being taught important information but not necessarily what always pertains to what you want to do/ be in life whereas in college you are there learning what you need to learn in order to be successful in whatever field you choose and then you have to be able to apply your learned material to the real world. Some things I have found very helpful are flash cards, planners, and scheduling. Create a weekly schedule that shows you what time you have class and extracurricular activities. Block out times where you need to sleep or eat because you will not function properly without nutrition and rest. Go in and add times for studying. Make sure to follow the schedule because it is there to help you stay on track. Plan when you have homework or readings due and when you plan to do it. Flash cards are really easy but are a really great asset when it comes to studying. What is most important is that you find things that work for you! I discovered that the flashcard app Quizlet did NOT work for me when I was riding the bus to take a test at the vet school only to have the app crash on me! On that note, cramming does not actually work! Plus, it is so much easier reading 10 pages a day rather than 3 chapters in a night, and yes, I learned that the hard way!

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES FROM YOUR FIRST YEAR IN COLLEGE? My first year of college was the most enjoyable year I have had in my life so far! Football season is such a fun and exciting time. People get dressed up, tailgate, and then over 102,000 people head over to Kyle Field to support our fellow Aggies! I loved meeting so many great people from all over the world and building strong friendships with them. It was great learning my way around campus and finding out all that Texas A&M has to offer. My school is so rich with traditions, so I obviously tried to experience as many as I could my first year! Pond hopping was by far the best! It is exactly what it sounds like. At night time, people will go around to the different fountains that we have spanning the campus and jump in them fully clothed to splash around and swim! Make sure not to get “caught,” but it is definitely an enjoyable experience no matter what. WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD DO DIFFERENTLY IF YOU COULD? Mainly, I wish I tried harder my 1st semester. It is so easy to get caught up in the thrill of it all, but, when it comes down to it, your studies are the most important thing. I wish I found my balance sooner, but better late than never! I also wish I utilized more of the opportunities that Texas A&M offers. Free tutoring for basic classes is a saving grace because private tutors can get pricy. I almost felt embarrassed to need a tutor which is why I never reached out for help and also why I learned that getting help is the best thing you can do! I ended up going to The Academic Success Center at A&M for help with time management and study skills which helped me make 4 A’s during my 2nd semester! Sometimes you just need to step out of your comfort zone to see results!

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THE COUNCILMAN’S CORNER by Manny Pelaez, The Dominion’s City Council Representative

new overpass at Old Fredericksburg Rd., and convert access roads to a one-way operation. New entrance and exit ramps will also be added along the corridor. Engineers estimate the project will be completed later this fall. While we’re on the topic of construction, work is underway at City Hall as part of an 18-month $38 million-dollar renovation. City Council offices, including my own, have been moved to Plaza de Armas, located behind City Hall. Although the renovation process will take time, it will result in some muchneeded upgrades. City Hall is almost 130 years old and is at a point where applying Band-Aids will no longer be sufficient. In addition to the renovation, about $3.4 million of the budget will go towards building Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramps to City Hall’s main entrance on South Flores Street. Currently construction is expected to be completed by early 2020.

Hi neighbors, I understand that traffic is your #1 concern – that’s why it’s my top priority.

In 2020, crews will tackle Milsa Dr., Baywater Stage, and Cresta Bella.

Tejas Trail East and West recently received a complete rehabilitation at my request, after you voiced your concerns about the street.

And in 2021, La Cantera Pkwy and Camp Bullis Rd. will be improved.

I’m also happy to report there are improvements coming to several city streets near your neighborhood in the future.

If you would like to learn more about any of these projects, please contact my office at 210-207-0943 or email us at district8@ sanantonio.gov.

Heuermann Rd. will undergo road improvements in 2019.

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As for current highway construction, TxDOT is currently working on IH-10 West near the Dominion to improve intersections, add a

Finally, I want to talk to you about what happened at our last council meeting in June. The city’s Ethics Review Board delivered their final draft of recommended changes to the campaign ethics and disclosure rules. While some of my council colleagues were not happy with more stringent transparency and campaign contribution reporting, I supported each and every recommendation. Like you, I believe that government officials should embrace opportunities to be transparent when it comes to our business activities, relationships, and lobbying contacts. When we shy away from increased disclosure obligations we chip away at the trust our constituents have invested in us. My affirmative vote will help bring more transparency and will help engender trust.

As always, please contact my office if you have any questions or concerns. Stay informed by following me on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/ district8manny Twitter: @district8manny Instagram: @district8manny Sincerely, Councilman Manny Pelaez

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Jim Boles built the house speculatively but had the great foresight to put almost 5,000 square feet of living space on one level floor. Little did he know how special that would be for his eventual buyers, Dr. Ken and Nancy Davis. Dr. Davis has Multiple Sclerosis and lost his ability to walk years before, probably when Jim Boles was still in college at Texas A&M. The couple had built a one-level home in Mississippi, but when a career opportunity incentivized them to make a move to San Antonio in 2008, they knew finding an accessible home might prove challenging. Yet Jim Boles had just finished constructing a gorgeous one-level in the only neighborhood they had considered, The Dominion.

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MASTER BATH In addition, the couple hired Jim Boles to redesign and build a new master bath, including a hand-built tub made especially for Dr. Davis. And Nancy Davis finally got her marble floors that she had always wanted. “Jim has the most incredible subs. The guys who laid our marble were perfectionists, true artists,” She elaborated, “I told Ken as long as we’re having the guys here to re-build our master bath, isn’t it the perfect time to get that sugar flake marble I’ve had my eye on for seven years? After all, my motto is, ‘life is short and then you die, so walk on marble and learn how to fly.’”

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POOL AREA Just last year the couple decided to stay in San Antonio for as long as they could so they added a swimming pool in the largest of the four courtyards. Jim Boles’ planning paid off once again. He had made that particular courtyard “pool ready.” The couple worked with Keith Zars Pools to build a raised pool so that Ken could evenly transfer from his wheelchair seat onto the pool walls for easy access. Inside the pool, there is a safety bench built in, not only for Ken but for their dogs or anyone needing to quickly reach for air. “We love the way our pool turned out because it has the perfect combination of beauty, function and safety,” said Dr. Davis.

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CAVE WITHOUT A NAME A Review by Jan Joachim, Dominion Resident

Sawyer. Other rules are: “Don’t touch the formations, No food in the Cave, and Please go to the bathroom before descending, as the bathrooms are only at the surface”. This was my second concert here. The first one was earlier this year with a lovely trio of ladies playing folk songs. This particular concert consisted of seven musicians/ performers who entertained us with all sorts of musical instruments. They have performed in this Cave for the last 18 years. From the eerie sounds of a Australian Didgeridoo to the calming notes of a Native Indian flute, we were enchanted all evening. A wonderful vocal rendition of “Summertime” was a highlight of the concert. The most magical part of the concert was when they turned out the lights for half an hour while still playing music. They warned us first to prepare us. It then became pitch black and I was not able to see my own hand right in front of my face! How different it was to hear music with your eyes wide open but you are unable to see. Several of the musicians had relocated just before the lights were extinguished — so the music was coming from all directions. It was a “Mystical” moment. I really enjoyed going to the “Cave Without a Name” and would do it again. The Cave sponsors concerts all year long. It was an out of the box experience and I recommend two thumbs up! You can get all of the information you need at cavewithoutaname.com, and the next concert’s information is below. Editor’s Note: Several months ago, Cave Without a Name was featured in The Dominion Magazine as a unique and fascinating place for a day trip — and to share in the amazing events put on the by Cave’s owners. Jan Joachim and her friend Tony Squeo decided to give it a go, and here is their experience. Last night I celebrated the Summer Solstice by listening to a concert in a cave. The “Cave Without a Name” is a limestone cave located 11 miles northeast of Boerne. We arrived 30 minutes early to get a good seat, but a long line awaited us as we arrived. But no worries, as all the seats are close to the stage with a 62

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spectacular view of a natural backdrop. We descended 126 steps to approximately 80 feet below the surface. We felt the temperature become cooler as we went lower and lower. There is no elevator, so this is not for the faint at heart, as it is easy to walk down — BUT you then eventually have to walk back up the steps! Be prepared! The Cave itself is a wonder to behold as there is a complexity of formations created by drops of water over eons. This beautiful Cave has a large room used for the concerts and one of the rules is “Don’t wander off away from the group” eliciting shades of Tom

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F UG U P OK E H OU S E What is Poke? Poke (poh-KAY) is the Hawaiian verb for “section”, “slice” or “cut”. Andres Castro, the owner of my favorite sushi restaurant Uniko, opened Fugu Poke House on July 2nd at the new Dominion Spring Plaza in Leon Springs. This concept has been erupting in Dallas, Houston and Austin for a couple of years and has just made its way to San Antonio recently. Imagine a Hawaiian salad bar fit for rice, quinoa, and cauliflower bowls, salads and “burritos” that you customize to your own taste buds. Choose all of the ingredients of your preference and watch them put together a combination of your own version of delicious. Castro uses organic ingredients and the highest quality sustainably sourced fish flown in daily including blue fin tuna! There are also options for beef and chicken to add to your bowl, salad or “burrito” all at a reasonable price. The bowls are offered in three sizes (small, medium and large between $8.95 and $12.95), poke burritos, poke salads and a few soups and larger items such as udon, lo mein and yakisoba. Their Signature Bowls are featured ranging from $7.50 to $9. Fugu offers catering as well as delivery services in their adorable Aloha mini car. The contemporary space features some communal seating, swing seating for approximately 40 and a patio for al fresco dining for 20. At Fugu Poke House you can always feel great about what you are eating, so let your taste buds go wild!

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AUGUST 2018 AREA EVENTS

August 1 September 3

SPECIAL EXHIBITION: “ANDY WARHOL: COWBOYS AND INDIANS” Includes the 10 original works of the set combined with additional color proof prints— and prints of other Western icons painted by the father of Pop Art in America. Free with museum admission. Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St. briscoemuseum. org 210-299-4499

August 1-September 3

SPECIAL EXHIBITION: “BILLY SCHENCK AND THE ROOTS OF WESTERN POP ART” The companion exhibition to the Briscoe’s summer Warhol show, this exhibition highlights the work of Billy Schenck, an artist that arose from Warhol’s orbit to inspire the Western Pop movement for more than 50 years. Free with museum admission. Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St. briscoemuseum.org 210-299-4499

August 3

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK FREDERICKSBURG Tour fine art galleries offering special exhibits, demonstrations, refreshments, and extended viewing hours the first Friday of every month. Various locations. ffawf.com

August 4

“TOY STORY 3” Free outdoor movie starts at sunset. Bring picnics, lawn chairs, and blankets. Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave. slabcinema.com 210-212-9373

August 7, 14, 21 & 28

FESTIVAL DE ARTE To celebrate the special museum exhibition of "Spain," special events each Tuesday evening include flamenco lessons, poetry readings, live music, films, wine tastings, and more. At the San Antonio Museum of Art.

take on Roald Dahl’s book. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Travis Park, 311 E. Travis St. wesandersonfilmfestival.com 210-212-9373

August 11

SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY TRAIL The art galleries in and around the Wimberley Square invite you to come early and stay late for wine, light bites, and an art-filled evening. Various locations, 100 Wimberley Square. gallerytrail.com

August 11-12

August 1 September 30

“PORTRAITS OF COURAGE: A COMMANDER IN CHIEF’S TRIBUTE TO AMERICA’S WARRIORS” Growing out of President George W. Bush’s personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush Institute’s Military Service Initiative, this traveling exhibit brings together 66 fullcolor portraits and a four-panel mural painted by President Bush of 98 service members and veterans who have served the nation with honor since 9/11, and whom the President has come to know personally since leaving office. The Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway St. wittemuseum.org

August 3

“RUSHMORE” (Wes Anderson Film Festival) The film festival continues with a free outdoor screening of Anderson’s second film in downtown San Antonio. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. San Antonio College, 1819 N. Main Ave. wesandersonfilmfestival.com 210-212-9373 68

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August 7

“FANTASTIC MR. FOX” (Wes Anderson Film Festival) The festival continues with a free outdoor screening of Anderson’s stop-motion animated film

remembrances of the past to modern in novations that will bring a smile of wonder to those who stroll past. Scrumptious food and captivating music top the experience and delight the senses. Boerne Main Plaza, 100 N. Main. visitboerne.org

August 11 & 25

HOT ROD NIGHT Hot Rod Saturday Nights are reminiscent of old-fashioned Americana street parties—a gathering place for old and new friends. Soda Pops, 103 N. Main. visitboerne.org

Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave. slabcinema.com 210-212-9373

August 18

“STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI” Free outdoor movie starts at sunset. Bring picnics, lawn chairs, and blankets. Mission Marquee Plaza, 3100 Roosevelt Ave. slabcinema.com 210-212-9373

August 18

BAT FEST Celebrate the 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats who emerge from under the bridge at dusk at the 14th annual festival. Congress Ave Bridge, 100 S. Congress Ave. Austin. roadwayevents.com

August 31 September 3 August 16

“A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN” Free outdoor movie starts at sunset. Bring picnics, lawn chairs, and blankets.

River Walk Extension (close to Shops at Rivercenter). thesanantonioriverwalk.com/ events

August 11-12

BOERNE MARKET DAYS Since 1850, Main Plaza has been a center point of trade for the people of Boerne. In the present day, on the second weekend of every month, Main Plaza is home to a magi cal outdoor market that blends the traditions of the Texas Hill Country with the creations of today’s culture. Hundreds of festive booths display everything from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern in novations that will bring a smile of wonder to those who stroll past. Scrumptious food and captivating music top the experience and delight the senses. Boerne Main Plaza, 100 N. Main. visitboerne.org

LABOR DAY ARTISAN SHOW Vendors display and sell beautiful handmade merchandise along the San Antonio River Walk. Artisans are different for each show but usually include pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork, and more. T h e D o m i n i o n -M a g a z i n e . c o m

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