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MEDICAL ISSUE

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...It's good to know that right here in our communities there are so many incredible and talented medical professionals that offer an amazing array of services and treatments.

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Growing up, I heard the phrase “you've got to take your medicine.” At the time, I wasn't too happy about it, but I find myself saying it to my own kids – and now I know how my parents used to feel. My kids don't always put up a big fight, but Kelly and I usually end up chasing them around the house for awhile before we can get them to take just one spoonful of cough syrup. The parents of younger kids will know exactly what I mean. I know it's true that a lot of actual medicines don't taste great. However, the more I learn about the amazing medical community in East Texas, the more I think that phrase should have a much more positive connotation. Everyone goes through some health issues from timeto-time, and our family is no different. Yet, it's good to know that right here in our communities there are so many incredible and talented medical professionals offering an amazing array of services and treatments. Whether it's acupuncture or heart health, psychology or orthopedics, East Texas is truly blessed. With BSCENE, we're proud to have a small part in that by bringing you our annual Medical Issue. In the pages of this magazine, you'll find the very best the East Texas medical community has to offer. Of course, the medical community isn't the only group of people doing great things for East Texans. There are so many charities and organizations with events and fundraisers throughout the area. This issue is simply packed with the sights and scenes from the dozens of events held each month. We've got a multi-page sneak peek inside the quickly approaching Tyler Cattle Barons' Gala: Rigs to Riches. This year's event promises to be one of the best yet, with headliner Craig Morgan; tons of games; and of course, the spectacular food and drinks on display. We can't wait! Keeping with the cowboy theme, we know that every year people have a small personal struggle trying to figure out just what to wear to the Gala. Have no fear, because BSCENE's Style File is here to help! We've got the hottest looks from around East Texas to outfit you for the big weekend and beyond. I mean,this is

East Texas! You know we've got to do the Western look right! If Western wear isn't what you're in the mood for, that's no problem at all. Our Style Section is full of stunning options for mom and the kids, for the businessman and the young professional. It's all there, just take a look and your eyes will be opened. There is so much great content pieced together in this issue, that we have to do a double take when we're looking through the pages. Is that our brand new columnist Terry Cox hanging out with Jase, Si and the cast of "Duck Dynasty?" Does Janie's Cakes ship her specialty sweets around the world, literally? Is this year's Cattle Barons' entertainer going to put on a fantastic show? The answer to all these questions – and many more – is: "of course!" But to find out the details, you'll have to flip through this issue of BSCENE Magazine. We had an unbelievable time putting it together for you, and we can't wait for you to make your way through it. Check us out online at BSCENEMAG.COM, watch us on BSCENE TV, find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter (@BSCENEMAG) … and if you get a moment, drop us a line and tell us what you think. There's even tons of content we just can't seem to fit into these pages: photos, recipes, blogs, the area's most extensive entertainment calendar and so much more. We're moving and changing and growing all the time, just like East Texas. We are along for the ride with you guys, and we can't wait for you to BSCENE!

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EDITOR WILLIAM KNOUS

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The last day of the magazine is a tad more stressful than the last day of 10th grade; but the spirit is the same, really.

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You know what the best day of school every year is? The last one! Considering my family history, this is pretty much heresy coming from me. My parents, sister and brother-in-law, aunts and uncles, cousins and grandparents are now or have been teachers at some point. It was almost expected that I go into education and join them, but I turned that down for the much more quaint life of a journalist. I know I'll probably catch a beating from my folks and relatives after they read this and see me at the next family function, but it's still the truth. The best day of school every year is the last one. Let me clarify that, though – I love to learn. I love to gather new information and expand my understanding of a subject. Even if it's a subject I don't particularly care about I will find myself immersed in the minutia of it. I'm the guy who watches “The Universe” on The History Channel for hours. Do I understand every part of theoretical physics? Of course not! Yet it still sharply piques my interest. The learning part of school was never an issue for me. So when I say that the last day of school was the best, I don't mean it as an indictment of the teachers or educational system or anything so sweeping. No, I loved the last day of school because it offered every one of the best parts of school (except the learning part, usually) and none of the bad parts. There were no more tests to take or pep rallies to attend. I didn't have to go to a student council meeting or attend an honor society car wash. I wasn't forced to pay $60 for my date's homecoming mum or show up early for calculus tutoring. All the day-to-day

worries of school were gone and replaced by a more relaxed, genial atmosphere. People just sort of hung out. There wasn't the rush to get to your locker then sprint to class. The teachers weren't hammering students about homework or pressing them to prepare for next week's exam. All my friends were still there making plans for the weekend and the summer. It was warm outside, and there were parties to attend and lakes to explore. Every year, around the end of May this was the mood hanging in the air. The time held an feeling of promise and relaxation. It was a time each year when it felt like the turning of a page between chapters. One grade completed; one summer ahead of us, full of potential. It's odd to think about, but I repeat a version of that process every month with BSCENE. We finish an issue, and look ahead to the next one. The last day of the magazine is a tad more stressful than the last day of 10th grade; but the spirit is the same, really. It's incredibly daunting to face a new issue every 30 days or so. The prospect of having to re-produce more than 100 new pages every time is tough, sure. However, more than that, it's inspiring. There is one chapter closing. The potential for something, anything, is on the horizon.

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SOCIAL EDITOR HOLLY HEAD

hhead@bscenemag.com Which cowboy boots will you wear this year? Rhinestone boots with a phoenix impressed on the leather? Perhaps a pair with fancy embroidery or cut-out patterns? Maybe they are vintage with a history, or they are rock-inspired with black and white stars. One thing is certain, thousands of cowboy boots will tread ground at the many Cattle Barons' events this year. The East Texas Cattle Barons' season kicked off with a cooler start in Longview for their Cattle Barons' Ball. Gregg County always brings their style to the Longview event, which took place April 27, at Maude Cobb themed: “Urban Cowboy: Black Hats & Pearl Snaps.” It's hard to believe it was my sixth Longview Cattle Barons' to attend! There are always surprises at the event, including handsome headlining country western artists and celebrity patrons like CMT's “Bayou Billionaires.” The food is amazing and the décor is equally spectacular. Headliner Dustin Lynch even sang his big hit: "She Cranks My Tractor!" Tyler's “Rigs To Riches” 2013 Cattle Barons' Gala is officially on the horizon. Co-Chairs Amy Barber and Trudy Williams are pros at organizing the Gala. This year, they are going all out on June 8, from the decorations to the location to the headliner, Craig Morgan! The Barons' Reception will possibly be the most “VIP” it's ever been, with an amazing night to follow. Tyler has a long tradition as one of the most successful Cattle Barons' in the state. The 2012 Gala ranked third in Texas for total amount raised, and this year's chairmen plan to take the event to new a new level! Be sure to check out the preview this issue. More importantly, these events are about giving. They focus on giving back to those who are battling cancer and to survivors in recovery. Their goal is to pay it forward so future generations will not have to battle the disease. There are so many locals striving to make a difference. At BSCENE, we salute their hard work, dedication and what they do for our region. This is why it's great to live in East Texas!

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THE MAGAZINE OF EAST TEXAS 903.509.4703 • info@h3-media.com BSCENEMAG.COM • BSCENETV.COM FACEBOOK.COM/BSCENETX TWITTER.COM/BSCENEMAG PRESIDENT / CEO Shawn Michael Haney VICE PRESIDENT Kelly Laine Haney ACCOUNTING Kelly Laine Haney ADVERTISING SALES Baylee Brown, David Carter, Sonya York EDITOR William Knous SOCIAL EDITOR Holly Head CREATIVE TEAM Noel Martin, Lindsey Todd Morgan, Kim Jackson Wheeler EDITORIAL TEAM Holly Head, William Knous, Interns: Poonam Patel, Samuel McCurry CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Andrew Brinistool, Terry Cox, Laura Krantz, Shane Payne, Dr. Aubrey D. Sharpe, Veronica Terres PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Paul Anderson - Longview Convention & Visitors Bureau, Casey Jay Benson, Better Business Bureau, Heather Gatlin – Tyler Chamber of Commerce, Susan Guice, Susan Guthrie & The City of Tyler, Jason Hoffmeyer, Shanice Johnson, Lindale Chamber of Commerce, Longview Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Scott Lieberman, Alex M Photography, Nacogdoches Chamber of Commerce, Randy Phillips Photography, Matt Rubano, Aubry Roach, Bryan Stewart, White Photography STYLE FILE Models: Kelly McClendon, Corey Cruz Photography: Noel Martin Hair: Irene N. Jones / Beauty Bar Makeup: Holly Head Special Thanks: Dalton Pipes, Brad Sanders

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COVER STORY

Lewis Swann has traveled halfway around the world to bring a vision to the people of Africa.

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NEWS, VIEWS, FACES

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EAST TEXAS MEDICAL COMMUNITY

HEALTH IN YOUR HANDS

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COOKWELL

THE SWEET LIFE

THE DINING GUIDE

DENIM & DIAMONDS

GETTING CRAFTY AT JULIAN'S

CATTLE BARONS’ SPORTING CLAYS

BLUE JEANS & BALL GOWNS

STYLE FILE

URBAN COWBOY

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TYLER AUTISM HALF MARATHON BAGS, BOOTS & BINGO

CATTLE BARONS' SHOPPING NIGHT SWANN'S PLAZA GRAND OPENING

JUST LIKE MOMMY

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WEEKEND GET-A-WAY

GO RED FOR WOMEN

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DINNER WITH A CHAMPION

TABA GOLF TOURNAMENT

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60 YEARS OF THE PARADE OF HOMESTM

BIG RANCH ROUND-UP TASTE OF LONGVIEW

FAITH, FAMILY, DUCKS... AND TLC

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On March 23, The East Texas Food Bank of Tyler welcomed over 43,000 eggs provided by area egg farmers. The eggs represent the largest single donation of protein in the bank's history.

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NEWS / VIEWS / FACES What is “STREET SCENE”: glimpses of glitter, photos of friends, a few lines of life and laughter. Like a school's yearbook, Street Scene chronicles life in East Texas. You'll find businesses and others commemorating anniversaries. Celebrations and charities gloss these pages, accompanied by faces you know. Music, theater and other cultural events also make the scene.

Throughout the Month of March, Jersey Mike's hosted it’s Third Annual March “Month of Giving” fundraising campaign. The event culminates on March 27, when all proceeds from that day's sales are donated to local charity partners.

The Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2013 Tyler Area Energy Summit at UT Tyler's Ornelas Activity Center, in Tyler on April 1.

Peek-A-Boutique proudly welcomed eager customers to it’s newly remodeled location on Broadway in Tyler on April 4.

The fourth annual Art in the Park was held April 13, at the Goodman-LeGrand Museum in Tyler.

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Fresh by Brookshire’s and Double Dave’s Pizza Works teamed up for Pizza, Painting and Pino Grigio on the FRESH Patio at Fresh in Tyler on on March 16.

A Tyler chapter of The Boys Scouts of America participated in a planting party at Buckner Westminster Place in Tyler on March 26.

Bridgette’s featured stylish fashions at an Elaine Turner trunk show in Tyler on April 10.

Harley’s Liquors proudly cut the crimson tape at it’s new location in Longview on March 15.

Parental Core Ministrues held a fundraising event at Smashburger, Wingstop and TCBY on April 9. The PCM Ugandan Children's Choir performed and 15 percent of purchases went to the PCM.

March 20, the Meals on Wheels Ministry hosted this year’s Mayors for Meals event in Tyler on March 21.

The Junior League of Tyler, Inc. gathered on the patio at FRESH in their favorite pastel hues to hold a "Think Pink" party on April 9.

Special Wish Child Inc., of East Texas held their 25th annual golf tournament at Hollytree Country Club on March 26. Morgan Abbigail celebrated three years in business at it’s location in Longview on March 29.

The Tyler Cattle Barons’ recognized Laurel Anne Good as this year’s Lil’ Wrangler at Just Imagine Toys at the Market At The Crossing in Tyler on April 4.

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The Better Business Bureau of East Texas held a Morning Mixer at Sisk Buick in Longview on March 26

Tyler Junior College journalism students swept top honors at the annual Texas Intercollegiate Press Association state conference in Fort Worth, April 3-6.

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COMMISSION What Is A Mission?

Is it a goal to be achieved, with a deďŹ ned set of guidelines and stated intent? Is it journey laid out before a person; a path to be followed? For Lewis Swann, a mission is an assignment. It's a duty to be performed, as simple or as complex as the situation requires in the moment, stretching forward in front of him without an objective but with a purpose. Believe And See is a Christian charity based (currently) in Togo, West Africa. It began as a ministry and developed into a medical ministry, restoring sight to the blind through cataract removal treatments. In West Africa, most adults and children blinded by cataracts live in remote villages out of doctorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reach. Most Togolese cannot afford cataract treatment, to travel for the treatment or to sustain themselves during the six weeks required for the treatment process. As a result, Swann said only three doctors in Togo perform the 300-plus cataract treatments a year. While volunteering with Mercy Ships for three years immediately following college, Swann saw this particular type of need firsthand. He wanted to create a base of operations beginning with the cataract surgery, and to potentially, eventually grow and develop Believe And See into much more. All Photos Courtesy of Believe And See

“Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”

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Swann founded Believe And See in November 2011, not by gathering funds or recruiting volunteers – but by giving something away. After three years volunteering with Mercy Ships in the Public Relations and Journalism division, Swann’s time with Mercy Ships was coming to an end. But, he felt a calling to continue serving in Africa in a way he had not yet discovered. After telling his family at the age of 5 that we was “going to Africa to help people and become a missionary,” he sensed missions were in his future. He didn’t have a multi-part outline of what that would mean, just a crazy dream. “I bought a van,” said Swann, laughing. “As far as I know I’m the only only person in Africa with Mercy Ships who has ever purchased a vehicle. I was going to take this vehicle, packed with a video projector, a generator and basically everything I owned on this earth, and do a road trip through Sierre Leone, Guniea, Mali, Bukina Faso, and Togo showing 'The Jesus Film [Project]' (a simple dramatization of the life of Christ translated into over 500 languages).” While overseas, three weeks before the 2,600 mile trip across some of the deepest and darkest parts of Africa, Swann contracted Malaria – making his solo driving adventure an even greater challenge. One day, while contemplating his trip and God’s calling, he began to read the Bible, in the 10th chapter of the book of Mark. When he read: “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me,” something in Swann changed. “At the time, my vehicle and what was

in it constituted everything I owned,” Swann said. “And it was gone, like a snap of your finger. It has never been mine, since. I didn’t know what that was going to look like, but I knew I wasn’t going to leave Africa with money in my pocket. I didn’t know if I was going to hand over the keys to a pastor, give him the equipment and wish him good luck ... But it was gone.” Swann survived his 16-day evangelism across the African states with only a 1 percent Christian population – “but only barely.” After that, it was time to discover how he was to give away his van. In what has become a very familiar theme to Swann, he lined out an almost general plan and then someone or something else would come along to amend it, improve it and take it further than he’d imagined. “I just had to work on being humble enough to accept it,” said Swann. “Giving away that van was the beginning of a ministry that grew into something beyond my dreams. So I went to a man I’d been drawn to but didn’t really know – Peter Dossou, a man of faith. He’d already planted 24 churches in Africa without any kind of support. I told him that I wasn’t sure why, but that I was supposed to give him this vehicle and the equipment in it. I told him I would pay him, pay for the fuel and support him as he spread the gospel and showed 'The Jesus Film.'” To Swann’s astonishment, Dossou declined. “It’s not God’s calling for me,” said Dossou. (In Africa, it is almost unheard of for an African to decline a Westerner’s support). “Peter goes the direction The Lord calls him,” said Swann. “At the time, the program I was pushing toward constituted of my personal ideas. It was my plan, but not my calling. I B S CE N E M AG.COM

then realized my calling was to make Dossou’s calling come true. What was his calling? At that time, I had no idea.” Swann prayed about this gift, his ministry and the future. He realized that in order to keep the program a walk of faith, he would have to adopt the visions of those around him as he felt led. To begin the mission of Believe And See, that meant adopting the vision of Peter Dossou – even before Swann knew what it was. “He mentioned how he’d been sending cataract teams out for many years,” said Swann. “He told me that he believes God wants him to be a surgeon someday and apply cataract treatments in the villages ... I accepted it.” Today, Swann is still assisting Dossou as he works toward that dream. Dossou is a large part of Believe And See, and is on the precipice of aquiring new techniques and equipment which would allow him to perform those surgeries. “A church planter wasn’t a three year veteran of the Mercy Ships cataract team by mistake,” said Swann. When Swann asked Dossou to share his calling with him, Dossou explained how Togo doesn’t have a program offering cataract treatments to the villages. Dossou explained the Lord wants him to learn about cataracts to provide cataract treatments to villagers as a part of ministry and to one day be the surgeon performing the treatments. “I can’t make you into a surgeon today, but I can figure out how to provide cataract treatments to the villages.” Swann responded. Today, the villages are receiving this care and Swann has discovered resources willing to train Dossou (a simple man with little formal B SCENEMAG. CO M

education) to one day… become a real cataract surgeon. Swann began working with the Togolese Ministry of Health – a byzantine bureaucracy – and eventually figured out how to bring treatments to Togo's outlying villages. After just three months of operation, the government saw the effectiveness of the program. But that is undoubtedly an oversimplification of innumerable phone calls and meetings, forms and legwork. Believe And See was taking shape from November of 2011 through September of 2012, but Swann was still employed by Mercy Ships until June of that year. “I had no personal time,” said Swann. “I was working full-time at Mercy ships, and every single night, weekend and free moment my entire life was getting things together for this program. That meant everything from coming up with new ideas, to prayer, getting a website together, filing tax forms as a 501(c)(3), assembling a board of directors and just explaining how Believe And See would actually work.” Even the most basic philanthropic endeavors can be challenging to get off the ground. Swann ran into much larger obstacles halfway around the world. The Ministry of Health is exacting, requiring a seal of approval for even small requests – an official must offer a personal

endorsement. Mistakes aren’t taken lightly, so that approval isn’t handed out easily. Many programs take up to a year before receiving permission to begin. Incredibly, Believe And See wasn’t even given permission to begin work until a month and half after Mercy Ships had already left. But work, they did. In spite of startup challenges, Believe And See has already seen 62 patients and counting in just over half a year. That is 50 people who were blind, but now see. The goal is to help over eight to 10 patients every three weeks. There is a team of 13: five are full-time employees.“I have four full-time African pastors on my team,” said Swann. “Three of them have more than a decade of experience in the field of cataracts. Another is going to be our farming education director, while one more is going to assist with that.” Swann can hear the alarm bells going off in a readers’ heads now. “Farming education? But what does that have to do with cataract surgery or a medical mission?” Here lies the true genius of Believe And See, and the potential to truly push the idea of what a “charity” can do. Beyond cataracts and ministry, Swann is working to create a modern agriculture training program to teach villagers state-of-the-art farming methods and nutrition. This program will not only eliminate malnutrition in the villages, but will also combat illnesses caused by malnutrition.

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It's a revolutionary model for what a "charity" can be. In addition to spreading lifesaving techniques of agriculture with four times the production of traditional farming, Swann plans for the organization to sell the produce and one day pay for the bulk of operations. It’s a revolutionary model for what a charity can be. Believe And See already operates on an incredibly responsible financial scale: “This is even bigger, this is a program that has already proven its cost-effectiveness to the point that the Ministry of Health is requesting that we teach them our system so that they may apply it themselves,” said Swann. “I spoke to several experts on this agriculture program, and I asked them: ‘If we did this agriculture program and sold the produce, could it pay for half of our program?’ And all three of them said confidently that we could pay for the program, the cataract treatments – all of it – completely.” That is Swann’s dream: to one day be able to speak to people about the ways that faith in the Lord can lead to something like Believe And See. Then to end by saying, “by the way, we don’t need your money.” If that happens, they can essentially create a model for governments with people in need. Governments can adopt this program to help care for their people. The people will learn to operate and maintain the system on their own. Village by village, Believe And See can implement a system that will combat malnutrition, unemployment and the health crises brought on by both. “They want it,” stressed Swann. “These

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governments are under fire. They have very limited funds, and they’re responsible for everyone’s medical care. They would like a little success story here and there. Our plan is not to take this program and [plant it in place after place]. Our plan is to focus on this system, just this system, and to make it so cost effective that we don’t have to take it to the neighboring countries. We will go to the neighboring country and ask them to come see how we do it... “It feels like an experiment,” Swann said. “What if we only do what we feel God’s telling us to do, and nothing else? This started with me just giving a van to one guy reading Mark ... Thats the coolest thing! I’ve told my board about a few things we are getting into, and their heads were spinning. They said (in a very nice way), ‘Lewis, this may not be such a good idea. This could be a risky direction.’ What I tell my board is this: Believe And See is God’s program. Each time the Lord calls us, we need to take a new step in faith. The moment we don’t take that step, it becomes our program… Believe And See wouldn’t be anywhere near what it is today if I didn’t take the many steps that had been taken. If we made it into our program, I believe that Believe And See

wouldn’t exist today.” Swann hasn’t been to Africa in many months. He spends his days working at his family’s furniture store, in an air-conditioned office, staring at a computer screen like most Americans. However, Believe And See is never far from his mind. He runs the ministry from across the Atlantic. The agricultural program, the restoration of sight for the blind, the health and livelihood of people he’ll never meet living thousands of miles away – these things are on his mind, always. It's his mission. Village by village Believe And See shares the gospel, cures the blind, improves nutrition, teaches community health, performs visual analysis, supports local pastors and refers illnesses outside of their criteria with the information needed for care. Swann used to wonder if he should be in Togo – or another part of West Africa – for the rest of his life. “When I would interview patients after their experience with Believe And See, I would ask them how they would explain to others what had happened to them,” said Swann. “They would say, ‘Oh, the white men came.’ That is why I’m here and not there. In 10 years, if someone were to ask our new patients this question, the statement would not be ‘remember when the white men came.’ It would be ‘remember when the Christians came.’ That’s what I want. That’s the most important thing.” by Will Knous, wknous@h3-media.com Believe And See is a new mission with hopes of selfsustainability, but today, they can still use your support. If you will like to learn more about Believe And See, request Swann as a guest speaker, or to donate, go to their website at www.believeandsee.org. Follow Believe And See on Facebook!

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One of the most recent and popular breakthroughs in the nail industry is the advent of Shellac and Gel polish – the “holy grail” of nail polish. Gel and Shellac polish now dominate the industry. The tiny bottles line the walls of salons, separated from the regular polish and boasting any and every color of the rainbow. As the product grows in popularity so has it's availability, including DIY kits for consumers to try at home. Drug stores, beauty retailers and even Walmart now carry different at-home Gel polish kits. However, many women may not realize that without the proper skin protection, that weekly mani/pedi may be putting their health in someone else's hands. Janis King, RN by profession and owner of All Doll'd Up Beauty Lounge in Tyler, explained why Gel and Shellac polish are superior to nail lacquer. Most Shellac polish available in professional salons are branded “Shellac by CND,” or “Gel by OPI.” Both products are unique because “Shellac or Gel can last up to two to three weeks,” while regular nail lacquer typically lasts four to seven days, explained King. Many factors B S CE N E M AG.COM

are involved, which doesn't mean it absolutely will last that long. However, it potentially can and does have amazing results, and since the product is not like regular lacquer, the application process is different as well. Applying Gel and Shellac polish to natural nails involves a three step application: base coat, color, clear top coat. A UV lamp is used to dry the gel for several minutes between each application. “It is an integral step to the Shellac process to use the lamp. Without the lamp, the Shellac process is rendered useless as the product will not adhere to the nail. The total drying time in the Shellac application is approximately 3 minutes.” King said. The other perk of Shellac polish is the shortened drying time. Nail lacquer takes much longer to dry, even when drying with a cooling fan between each coat of polish. It normally takes a minimum of 24 hours for lacquered nails to completely dry. The clear advantage of Shellac polish is shortened drying time and extended wear. That's right, with Shellac polish, women no longer smudge their beautiful nails as they reach for their keys or open the car door. With Gel and Shellac, it is impossible to smudge once it is dry due to one factor: UV lamps. Long used in nail salons to speed the drying process of nail lacquer, these lamps are an essential part of the drying process for Gel and Shellac nails. “It helps for clients to be able to walk out of the salon and not to be concerned about damaging their newly-polished nails since the nails are completely dry. ... You [must] use a UV or LED light to achieve this desired outcome.” King said. There is a risk involved with use of the UV lamps for clients. “The medical community does warn against overexposure to UV rays,” King states,“[UV] Lights do have a drying property, so there is a possibility for a client's skin on their fingers and back of hands to be dried by using the lamp. I have had manicures for many years, long before I acquired All Doll'd UP Beauty Lounge last October. I get more UV exposure on my hands while driving than when I have a Shellac manicure.” However, UV lights have more side effects than just drying out skin. Jenni Holman, MD, dermatologist at Dermatology Associates of Tyler, breaks down the other risks involved with unprotected use of UV lights. “Both intermittent sunburns and chronic sun exposure increase an individual's risk of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma,” she said. “Exposure to UV light is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer. Both skin aging and skin cancer are delayed effects that show up many years after exposure,” she warned. In 2009, a published medical article cited two cases of skin cancer on the backs of fingers attributed to UV nail lamp exposure. Holman explained that while the intensity of UV lights used to cure nail polish is much lower than the lamps used in tanning beds, cumulative exposure can add up. UV light gives off the most damaging type of rays, including those with low wattage

Not only can it cause cancer, it can also cause premature aging, or “photo aging,” which includes freckles and sun damage. “UV exposure risk is cumulative. You can't turn back the meter,” Holman stressed. While there are treatments to minimize photo aging and to treat precancerous lesions, the best step is to prevent UV damage in the first place. “A broad sunscreen application of SPF 15 or greater will block both UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before sun [or UV] exposure and reapplied every 2 to 3 hours if you are participating in outdoor activities,” Holman recommends. King also shared some other options that may be available at salons to the many Shellac and Gel devotees. First, King says her nail technicians apply an SPF cream before putting hands under the lamp. Other salons may have SPF creams available to clients, or you may want to bring your own. Keep in mind it should be applied 20 to 30 minutes before use. Also, if you wash your hands before drying nails in the UV lamps, the protection gets washed down the drain unless it is waterproof. Another alternative to dry Shellac include LED lamps. LED lights are said to actually have beneficial affects on acne and aging skin. King says that while her salon carries Shellac polish, the makers of CND Shellac developed an UV lamp for their products, OPI developed a LED lamp to be used with their Gel polishes to dry the product. LED lights can dry nails in half the time of UV lamps but are expensive. UV lamps can be 50 percent to 75 percent cheaper than LED lamps. Physical protection is also another option to protect the skin. Holman suggests reusable SPF gloves for use at your next main/pedi. King says the gloves are a great option because the cost is minimal and they are reusable. They come in many colors, styles and are available via the Internet and at fitness/outdoor clothing retailers. Whether you choose to use SPF protection or to go unprotected at your next mani, Holman shares some parting advice: “While genetics and skin type play a role in skin cancer, the most preventable risk factor is UV exposure. You should see a dermatologist if you notice an unusual mole, scaly patch or a sore that does not heal. This may be a pre-cancer or a cancerous lesion,” she urged. “Dermatologists can also help treat or reverse wrinkles or other signs of photo damage from UV exposure.” by Holly Head, hhead@bscenemag.com

HOLMAN SUGGESTS REUSABLE SPF GLOVES FOR USE AT YOUR NEXT MANI/PEDI. KING SAYS SPF GLOVES ARE A GREAT OPTION BECAUSE THEIR COST IS MINIMAL AND THEY ARE REUSABLE. used in nail lamps. “[Nail lamps] usually vary in wattage (salon vs. at home use). The more important part is the wavelength they emit – usually in the 340-380nm range in the UVA spectrum. The wattage affects the intensity of the light,” Holman clarified. “UVA radiation is a deeper-penetrating radiation that causes more damage. There is a direct association between UVA and melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer.” A P R I L 2 0 13

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Do you dream of straighter teeth but want to avoid the hassle of braces? No problem! With Invisalign’s clear, custom-designed aligners, Dr. Charles Hutto can provide you with inconspicuous orthodontic treatment that will give you that dream smile. The entire Invisalign process will feel very smooth and simple, from the initial appointment until the

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last day you wear the aligners. With Invisalign, Dr. Hutto offers straight teeth, no braces, and now no impressions. With Invisalign clear aligners from Dr. Charles Hutto, you can have a straighter smile in about a year in most cases. The aligners are made from smooth plastic and completely removable; this means you get comfortable, natural-looking, easyto-wear orthodontics. As your smile is transformed by each aligner, you’ll switch to the next in the series, visiting Dr. Hutto every eight to ten weeks to check in and discuss your progress. And Invisalign treatment is the same cost as braces at Dr. Hutto’s! The benefits of Invisalign include: easy oral hygiene, no restrictions on foods, no brackets, no wires, and no white spots on teeth after treatment. You don’t have to worry about the irritation that’s inevitable with metal braces, and Invisalign clear braces are known for being nearly invisible, which means you don’t have to worry about the obvious and unattractive look of traditional metal braces. The Beauty and Comfort of Invisalign – No Impressions! Invisalign orthodontic treatment continues to get easier and more comfortable as new technologies are developed. Our office now uses the iTero scanner to take digital impressions. If you think back to the last time you had dental impressions taken, you probably remember having to bite into a cold, messy substance. Impressions have never been anyone’s favorite part of the visit! But now, with

digital impressions created by the iTero scanner, we can gather detailed information about your smile quickly and comfortably – no messy impressions required! Dr. Hutto is the only orthodontist in East Texas using this advanced technology. If you dream of a straighter smile without the hassle of braces, check with East Texas’ most experienced Premier Provider and Teen Provider of Invisalign, Dr. Charles Hutto, to see if Invisalign is right for you. View Dr. Hutto’s outstanding credentials at Invisalign’s official website: www. Invisalign.com. Enter your zip code and see how Dr. Hutto ranks. Now nothing is holding you back from having your dream smile.

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ACUPUNCTURE: GET TO THE POINT

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LAURA O’HALLORAN, MD

Raising children is rewarding, but often the effects on a woman’s body are disappointing. Unfortunately, many women face low selfesteem and poor confidence due to changes in their bodies after childbirth. The “mommy makeover” is the popular term for plastic surgery procedures to restore a woman’s body after having children. The most popular procedures include tummy tuck, liposuction, breast lift and breast augmentation. Even women who regularly exercise and have a healthy diet can be frustrated with the changes in their bodies that are beyond their control. After pregnancy, the abdominal muscles become separated and the skin in the lower abdomen becomes loose and stretched. The breasts can sag and lose volume, particularly in the upper breast. These changes are all unaffected by exercise. The tissues must be repositioned surgically for a woman to regain her youthful appearance. In the tummy tuck procedure, the loose skin is removed and the abdominal muscles are tightened, making exercise more effective. In the breast lift, the nipple is repositioned in the center of the breast mound and the breast tissue is repositioned to restore upper breast volume. If there has been a significant amount of volume loss, a small breast implant is often used to restore volume. Recovery time is an important issue to most women, and many will wait until their children are a little older to pursue surgical options. Regaining confidence in your appearance is important to an overall healthy lifestyle and a positive self-esteem can be invaluable both at work and at home. Dr. O’Halloran is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

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DAVID FLYNN, DC

Acupuncture has been a valuable tool over the last few thousand years to help with pain and dysfunction. In fact, the World Health Organization has cited the use of acupuncture in over 100 different diseases supported by scientific studies. Diseases like diabetes, migraines, multiple skin conditions, allergies, high blood pressure, neck pain and low back pain are just a few of those listed as treatable by accupuncture. The needles used in acupuncture are nothing like what is commonly used in doctors offices. The needles used are so small that some mosquito bites hurt more. Many times, patients don’t even know a needle has been inserted into the skin. The premise of acupuncture is that energy flowing through your body can be disrupted and this disruption causes pain and disease. This idea has been utilized for 5,000 years, and is still used today alongside modern medical practices. By inserting a needle in a specific location and in a specific pattern, pain and dysfunction can be averted and health can be restored. Using this type of therapy is an invaluable tool when searching for alternative means of pain relief as the results can be astounding. In my office we offer acupuncture alongside of chiropractic care, nutrition, rehab and massage to provide some of the most wellrounded and comprehensive treatment plans available in East Texas. If you have any questions about Acupuncture, please feel free to give our office a call.

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SHAWN DUNN, MD

If you suffer from lower back pain, you are not alone. In fact, 70-90 percent of adults will complain of lower back pain at some point in their life. Lower back pain is a major cause of morbidity and disability, and remains the second most common reason for a physician visit and third most frequent reason for surgery. It has major economic impact, with costs of treatment and loss of productivity estimated between $100-150 billion annually in the U.S. However, there is good news! Most (90 percent) of those who experience lower back pain for the first time will have resolution of their symptoms within six to 12 weeks. The causes of lower back pain are numerous but can generally be classified as either a musculoskeletal source (muscles, discs or joint related) or non-musculoskeletal sources (gastrointestinal disorders, kidney stones, or aortic aneurysms.) Conservative measures are reasonable for treatment of most instances of musculoskeletal lower back pain. These include; over-the-counter medications (Tylenol, Ibuprofen or Aleve), topical rubs (Bengay or Icy-Hot), alternating cool/warm compresses and limited activity for a few days with subsequent gentle stretching. Medical attention should be promptly sought if you have any of the following associated symptoms with your back pain: leg numbness/ weakness, loss of bladder/bowel control, fever or unexplained weight loss. Other risks factors such as trauma, osteoporosis, history of cancer, severe pain, or pain that persists longer than a few weeks of conservative treatment are indications to visit your physician. Finally, prevention is a key factor in helping preventing lower back pain. Leading an active lifestyle, maintaining a healthy weight and regular exercise can help keep your back strong for years to come. Dr. Dunn is board certified in Pain Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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Liquid Musts & Hydration Busts: Which Fluids Measure Up

Water is the most important nutrient for life and has many important functions including regulating temperature, lubricating joints and transporting nutrients and waste throughout the body.

taying hydrated is essential for everyone, but athletes have an even greater need to maintain proper hydration. When the temperature increases, an enjoyably challenging outdoor workout can quickly turn into a tiresome trudge, especially if you’re not prepared for the heat. Water is the most important nutrient for life and has many important functions including regulating temperature, lubricating joints and transporting nutrients and waste throughout the body. Knowing how your body reacts to such rises in temperatures, and planning ahead for it, will help prevent discomfort, fatigue, and dehydration before they set in. Keep reading for a few tips on how you can spend more time enjoying the workout and less time resting.

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Many people drink only when they’re thirsty during their workout. This is one of the quickest ways to become dehydrated. While doing this will feel helpful, it actually only refreshes your immediate thirst, and will not replace vital fluids that are lost on long, humid days. The rule of thumb when it comes to packing water: carry at least 1 to 1.5 liters an hour. Furthermore, it’s important to understand that water alone won’t do the trick. This is where replenishing electrolytes by consuming the right amounts of sodium and potassium is vital. To satisfy your body’s need for such nutrients, try to ingest at least 150 mg of sodium and 50 mg potassium each hour. Do not drink carbonated drinks to rehydrate, as they contain far too much sugar and not nearly enough salt to do the job.

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If you're going on a long run, you can end up with a warm drink long before you've reached the end of your route. To keep your water cool and refreshing throughout the miles, bring an insulated water bottle along to keep water cold in the heat.

Know How Much To Drink:

Not drinking enough water while you work out in the heat can have dangerous consequences. General guidelines suggest that you drink 6 to 8 ounces of water or sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes during exercise, especially in the heat. Also, it is essential to drink plenty of water the day before a demanding workday in the heat or a long duration

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workout in order to hydrate so that you are not playing catch-up with your fluid intake! Now that summer is here, temperatures are rising. Many people work outdoors in all types of weather yearlong. It is important to remember to hydrate when working in the heat! Working in soaring temperatures can make a person become dehydrated along with a long list of other problems. Following these tips while working in the heat will help you to stay safe and healthy during the hot and humid months of the summer. by Michael Prince RN,BSN,CPT Co-Owner, 360oFitness

General guidelines suggest that you drink six to eight ounces of water or sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes during exercise, especially in the heat.

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Behavioral Hospital REACHING DREAMS, MAXIMIZING POTENTIAL The Longview Behavioral Hospital is a facility like no other in East Texas. This adult, inpatient hospital combines the cutting-edge medical practices and the highest standards of care with the personal attention and love that is required to wholly treat an individual for acute psychiatric care and co-occurring disorders (indicating substance abuse along with underlying psychiatric issues). The board-certified psychiatric staff of Ronald Moomaw, D.O.; Alejandro Muñoz, M.D.; and David Streckmann, M.D. is Joint Commission (JCAHO) accredited, and the LBHH is licensed by the State and accepts Medicare, HMOs and PPOs. Within the hospital are four units/specialty programs. The Circle is an adult inpatient co-occurring unit for the treatment of American Indians in a culturally-sensitive environment, combining traditional Western treatment with Native programming for a holistic healing experience and is slated to open June 2013. The Bridges is an adult, inpatient co-occurring unit. The Oaks is for adult, inpatient acute psychiatric care (including but not limited to treatment of depression, affective disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive behavior, PTSD, anxiety, phobias, suicidal/homicidal thoughts, unresolved grief and loss). Finally, there is The Darryl & Tracy Strawberry Christian Recovery Program, an adult, inpatient unit for the treatment of co-occurring disorders using Biblical and Christ-centered principles in addition to traditional treatment and counseling. The Christian Recovery Program offers all the professional

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clinical services found in any well-designed inpatient program, including evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, medication monitoring and skills training. The difference is that these treatment modalities are rooted in sound Biblical principles and delivered by caring Christian therapists and staff members. In addition, our patients receive the benefit of program elements aimed at the spiritual condition – focused on healing, nurturing, and development. The facilities offer an incredible range of treatment options including psychiatric assessments, acute psychiatric stabilization, psychiatric medication management and administration, detoxification, nursing care, therapy treatment team consisting of an LMSW, LCDC, LPC, and recreational therapist, medical management provided by the GSMC Hospitalist Group, relapse prevention, links to communitybased services and an available gymnasium. However, unique to the Strawberry unit will be pastoral care and counseling, daily devotionals, connections to Christian support groups within the community and Celebrate Recovery (a Biblical and balanced program to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups by showing them the loving power of Jesus Christ through a recovery process.) The Christian Recovery Program incorporates a holistic “wholeistic” model of treatment aimed at treating every part of the individual. Their motto is: The “Key to Hope and Help: Restoring lives and relationships through the Power of God and the process of change,” and they’ve incorporated this ideal into all they do. The staff believes B S CE N E M AG.COM

For the Christian Recovery Program that translates to first treating the spirit. They believe that “the spirit is the enduring part of every human created ‘in the image of God.’ It is the part that makes us distinctly human, separating us from the rest of creation. We will provide opportunity for spiritual development and growth through daily devotionals, scheduled Bible studies, prayer times, pastoral counseling and worship experiences.” Next comes the soul. The Christian Recovery Program states that the Biblical concept of the soul encompasses our intellectual, emotional and volitional capacities – our ability to think, feel and choose. They will provide opportunity to gain insight and understanding while teaching practical tools to challenge unhealthy thought patterns, regulate emotions and improve decision making. Finally, there is the body. Their highly-trained medical staff will provide around-the-clock care to assist with any medical needs. Every patient will be assessed and their treatment followed by their on-staff psychiatrists to provide any medication monitoring and adjustments as needed. They will also provide opportunity for recreation and healthy physical activity while in treatment. This “whole-istic” approach is a concept completely backed by Darryl and Tracy Strawberry themselves. Both have overcome their struggles with substance abuse and give complete credit for their sobriety and health to the type of care given by the Christian Recovery Program. “Darryl had been speaking with different groups for Oglethorpe Inc., (the company behind the CRP) and they’ve got a great reputation, and we love the way they think and seek to treat people. They loved our faith in Christ and a desire to work with Christ-centered facilities where people can truly get well and minister to the whole person,” said Tracy.

and God shows us that through His will.” “I’ve been clean and sober for more than 13 years,” said Tracy. “We know the pain involved, and we know how difficult it is to overcome addiction, how it can plague people for so many years. That’s why we love this program. You can’t just tell someone ‘come to Jesus and everything will be okay.’ There’s a spiritual aspect of it, and that’s the most important part. But, they are treating people through the whole-istic approach. You have to speak to the person’s soul: their emotions, their mind, their thought processes. And, you must treat the body as well – the physical ailments involved, the danger of detox and withdrawal. We don’t do that part, but we know how necessary it is.” Most importantly, Tracy said, they have fully endorsed this program because it approaches the treatment of substance addiction from a truly longterm perspective. “There is not a program anywhere that can save our souls,” she said. “Jesus reconciles us to our Creator. Addiction is dangerous and takes lives, and we don’t want anyone going back out there and – God forbid – having a problem and not being reconciled and right with God. We’re looking at this from an eternitybased place. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, but the Word of God is the transforming Power of God that will change their life. People can receive healing and have purposeful life here on earth.” “I’ve been to all kinds of treatment facilities,” said Darryl. “I didn’t really get free until I surrendered my life to Christ. That’s what this program is all about ... That’s why we’re here, why we’re on board. Our goal is help people come to the great understanding that they can be free. Not just free from addiction, but free in their life. Whole and free as a person.”

“We’re not medical professionals,” said Darryl. “We’re pastors, and that’s how [CRP] saw me: someone whose life has been transformed by God. Over the years, seeing the addiction problems incurred in my life and the place where I am today, they thought it would be great for to come on board. We want to work to make people whole, not just get over their substance abuse problems – we want to fill those holes inside people they were filling with drugs or other substances. I’m filled spiritually, and it’s changed my whole outlook.” Both Darryl and Tracy believe that a person’s struggle with addiction is a symptom of deeper problems, and that the addiction itself is a manifestation of those issues. “You gotta deal with the core issues, as well as the addiction,” said Darryl. “Then at CRP we will empower them with the word of God; that’s the most important thing … The more standard thing is traditional treatments, and we are certainly not saying they don’t work. The difference here is that we approach it as: Christ is the truth, and He is the center of the program. [A Godly] path allows you to be changed from what you were, and that’s what most of us – people who have struggled – are looking for: a transformation. They don’t want to do those things anymore, but don’t know how to stop. A lot of people who have never been introduced to this don’t know how their life can be different. I didn’t know – until I met Christ – how different my life could be; as a whole person, a person I’ve always wanted to be. It’s the same for my wife. It changed our whole lives; it allows us to be the people we’ve always wanted to be B SCENEMAG. CO M

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that this is the only way true and lasting healing occurs. The “wholeistic” is taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24: “Now may the God of peace make you holy in every way, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again. God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful.”

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Providing children and adults with the highest quality home health care is what we do at Epic Health Services. It’s just one of the reasons why we’re the largest provider of pediatric private duty nursing and therapy services in Texas. And don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our clients are saying: “As a client, the greatest gift I have been given is peace of mind. It is such a relief to know that Epic is there whenever I need them.” “After all my experience with nurses and nursing agencies, Epic has been the most professional, caring and respectable nursing company I have experienced…Everyone seems to be on top of their game, ready to help in any way they can.” As industry leaders in pediatric home health care, we understand the daily struggles and challenges of caring for a medically fragile child. It’s why we approach caring for each child as if we were caring for a member of our own family. For our private duty nursing clients, our experienced team works closely with each family to develop an environment that not only nourishes the physical and mental development of each child, but also supports the entire family. For children needing both nursing and therapy services, our nurses and therapists work to ensure the implementation of a thorough, well-coordinated plan of care. One source for nursing and therapy also provides well-deserved convenience for the families we serve.

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Our pediatric therapy services – including physical, occupational, speech-language and medical nutrition – are also available as a standalone service. Therapy services are often a critical component of the plan of care for children with injuries, disabilities or developmental delays. By providing therapy in the home as well as in one of our 11 outpatient clinics (formerly Santé Pediatric Services), we are able to meet the needs of our clients and help them achieve more positive outcomes. For our adult clients, we provide customized home health care services that allow them to live in a familiar, comfortable environment while receiving quality, compassionate care from experienced health professionals. Plus, there are many benefits to choosing Epic’s private duty nursing services: •Enhanced level of comfort for the client •Consistent one-on-one care and attention •Increased quality of life for client and family We’re available whenever your need for care arises. Contact us today to learn how Epic Quality and Epic Service lead to Epic Care!

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MEDICAL SECTION EXPERT CORNER WILLIAM G. BRELSFORD, MD, FACP, FACR

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ROBERT A. BOUDREAU, DPM

ARTHRITIS & OSTEOPOROSIS CLINIC

FORMS OF ARTHRITIS Arthritis Literally means pain and swelling of the joint. The former most commonly is osteoarthritis (OA) – the non-crippling type. With OA there might be an element of inflammation, but the problem is not internal. OA really is a condition and not a disease. Disorders of the immune system on the other hand are the causative factor in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus (SLE). These conditions arise from an over-active immune system. RA attacks the cartilage or padding of the joint, and when attacking DNA causes SLE – these conditions cause an illness or disorder and is not merely a condition. With RA, the immune system reads your body’s cartilage as a foreign object and tries to “eat it” – much like the killing of an infection. What causes this to happen, we are not sure, but it could be an inciting infection, most likely a virus. RA can attack any organ in the body replete with cartilage: heart valves, the trachea, the white part of the eye, the blood vessels and even the ear. Blood tests and X-rays can help determine your risk for the disease that typically strikes young females. SLE is attacks the internal building block protein of the body called DNA. SLE can cause arthritis, but is generally not crippling – the danger and severity is linked to how much damage occurs internally, particularly the skin, lungs, kidneys, blood vessels and even brain. In my view, just about all the therapies are safer than the untreated disease – both for SLE and RA.

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“My Feet Are KILLING Me!”

We live in a culture where we boast about how little sleep we need. We fool ourselves into thinking we can cut back on sleep without suffering any consequences. While we need seven or eight hours of sleep each night to be at our best, the average American gets less than six. “For most of us, that’s too little. We’d be much happier and more rested if we were getting more sleep,” says James Stocks, MD, a sleep specialist at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, now UT Health Northeast. Just one night of poor sleep can leave us feeling tired in the morning. That means we can’t function as well mentally or physically. We’re also more likely to have accidents when we’re tired during the daytime, says Dr. Stocks, director of UT Health’s Center for Sleep Disorders. “Consistently not getting enough sleep can lead to weight gain, which means our blood pressure rises. Lack of sleep increases our risk for diabetes and high cholesterol. Ultimately, not getting enough sleep can result in more strokes and more heart attacks,” he says. To improve the quality of your sleep, go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. Allow yourself at least seven-and-a-half hours for sleep. Don’t drink a lot of caffeine or alcohol, especially in the evenings. “These good sleep habits will help you sleep better,” Dr. Stocks says. While everyone occasionally has a poor night’s sleep, when you continually have problems sleeping, it’s time to see your doctor or a sleep specialist, he adds. For more information about the Center for Sleep Disorders, log on to www.uthealth.org or call 903-877-7916.

You may be one of the millions of people who have said those words before. Foot pain can be caused by different problems, such as arthritis, corns (or bone deformities called hammertoes), calluses on the bottom of your feet, bunions (crooked, painful big toe joints), heel spurs and/or plantar fasciitis (pain in the bottom of the heel, sometimes radiating into the arch). Foot pain from any of these conditions may prevent you from walking, exercising or performing common daily activities. In America, obesity, diabetes, heart disease and peripheral vascular disease (PVD) are reaching epidemic proportions. Diabetes is directly related to obesity, while heart disease and PVD are caused by a blockage or narrowing of the arteries in the heart or legs when fatty deposits (plaque) build up. One of the common denominators in the prevention and treatment of these diseases is — you guessed it — exercise. Foot pain may actually hasten the onset and progression of these diseases by reducing your ability to exercise. A variety of treatment options are available to keep your feet healthy. Arthritis can be treated by medications, shoe or insole/ orthotic modifications or surgery. Hammertoes, calluses and bunions have many conservative and surgical treatment options. Heel spurs/ plantar fasciitis can be controlled with proper orthotic (custom made insole) fabrication. With proper detection, intervention and care, most foot and ankle problems can be lessened or prevented. If foot pain is preventing you from walking or exercising, see your podiatrist for diagnosis and treatment. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Boudreau, please call ETMC First Physicians at 903-593-1749.

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CARDIOVASCULAR ASSOCAITES OF EAST TEXAS DIVES DEEP INTO THE HEART OF THE ISSUE WITH OBESITY

hen it comes to health, your heart is one of the most important organs in the body for determining quality of life and risk for a myriad of diseases: heart failure, hypertension, high cholesterol and more. At Cardiovascular Associates of East Texas, the doctors are committed to helping patients address diseases of the heart and correlating health issues. CAET helps patients get to the heart of their health. CAET utilizes state-of-the-art equipment with cutting-edge techniques to provide premier care for patients and rapid diagnosis of heart and circulatory problems. The practice has numerous locations throughout East Texas, and physicians that are certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular disease and specializations. Their new facility will enable CAET to better serve their patients with specialty clinics to address major health issues preventing a healthy heart. Some of the clinics include a heart failure clinic, hypertension clinic and a weight loss center, among others. Since maintaining a healthy weight is so important for cardiovascular patients, Scott Wright, MD, FACC, will be coaching patients to get to the heart of health with weight loss and management. A longtime advocate of nutrition and exercise, Wright says lowering obesity among patients greatly reduces the risk for sleep apnea, diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol. Recently, he has undergone bariatric training to help identify and treat patients in order to reduce their cardiavascular risk. “Instead of waiting until patients develop heart disease, we’ll be more aggressive at preventing it. Part of our preventative cardiology program is going to include a center for medical weight loss,” Wright explained. Right now, he says that there is a lot of supporting data promoting the effectiveness of weight loss. Significant

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the right compartment and a lot of it is more scientific tracking,” he spelled out. “If they are starting to lose muscle, then we have to change.” Other factors of the program include exercise, nutrition, counseling – which Wright says are all very important. Lab work is another facet of the program. Doctors ensure there are no other underlying medical or metabolic problems. “A lot of times they get to have an EKG,” he explained, “and as a cardiology group we get to monitor their risk factors.” “We’re going to be taking care of the high-risk population. Some of these patients may have a disease they don’t know about,” Wright said with concern. “So, we’ll be able to screen them effectively to see if any disease has already developed, then treat them appropriately.” “The numbers are staggering in childhood obesity. We can expect over 100,000 additonal heart attacks due to childhood obesity alone.”

Because of the increase in cardiovascular risk, obesity has become a serious concern for cardiologists. While society is beginning to address and change some of the contributing factors (like offering healthier options at fast food establishments, etc.), Wright says the epidemic is still growing in numbers that move many doctors to practice prevention among patients. “The numbers are staggering in childhood obesity. We can expect the over 100,000 additional heart attacks due to childhood obesity alone,” Wright testified. In an effort to get back to the heart of health, Wright and the other physicians at CAET are utilizing the extra space at their new clinic to offer all types of programs for patients struggling with both cardiovascular issues and weight loss. The Weight Loss Program will include three classifications of programs: the accelerated program, the modified program and the short-term program. “What’s going to be unique about our programs is that we are not only going to be targeting cosmetic weight loss,” Wright said. A longtime advocate of nutrition and exercise, Wright says lowering obesity among patients greatly reduces the risk for sleep apnea, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol. Recently, he has undergone bariatric training to help identify and treat overweight patients. “This is medical weight loss, it’s not just to look good. I want to lower your cardiovascular risk and help you live longer. I want to get your risk factors controlled.” The accelerated program includes a lowcalorie plan and meal replacements for those in need of rapid weight loss. The modified program is a less severe program and includes meal replacements mixed with low-calorie meal recommendations. The third program utilizes appetite suppressants and allows patients to modify their own diet for weight loss. Medically monitored weight loss is crucial for patients with underlying health issues such as diabetes and hypertension. “You can’t take a diabetic and put them on a very low-calorie diet and tell them to keep taking their medications,” Wright said. “Those medications have to be adjusted ahead of time. So, you really have to have an understanding of the disease processes before you institute these changes.” Patients are measured on a special scale that calculates their percentage body fat, body mass, calories burned and muscle mass. All of this data is tracked during the weight loss process and doctors ensure that patients are lowering their fat component percentage and not muscle. “We want to make sure that they’re losing weight from

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From there, Wright intends to work with bariatric surgeons in the area to identify the patients that fail medical therapy and cannot reach a healthy weight with diet, exercise and medications. Those patients would be identified and possibly referred to a bariatric surgeon. Of those that are good candidates and successfully complete a bariatric surgery and weight loss, many enjoy a better quality of life with decreased medications and resolution of many health issues. “The data from bariatric surgery shows about a 40 percent decrease in all-cause mortality and a 50-percent decrease in mortality caused by heart disease after surgery,” he said. “So, for patients with heart disease, it’s very important.” The accelerated program includes a low-calorie plan and meal replacements for those in need of rapid weight loss. The modified program is a less severe program and includes meal replacements mixed with low-calorie meal recommendations. The third program utilizes appetite suppressants and allows patients to modify their own diet for short-term weight loss. Whether it’s addressing heart disease, or other underlying and correlating health issues, the doctors at CAET are about getting their patients back to the heart of health. “A lot of times I feel more like a coach than a cardiologist. Medications are necessary for many health problems. While no one wants to take medications, diet and exercise are often the most bitter pills to swallow...” he said. “While it’s important to take your medications as prescribed, patients must never understimate the power of exercise and nutrition and staying close to their ideal weight for longterm health.” For more information on cardiovascular expertise and the services provided by the skilled physicians at Cardiovascular Associates of East Texas visit www.caet.net.

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weight loss has been shown to improve or eliminate diabetes in 80 percent of patients and hypertension in 70 percent. This results in lower cardivascular risk, as well as the need for fewer medications. As a cardiologist, Wright says that it is important for the team at CAET to address and treat the contributing factors to heart disease, in order to prevent it. “If we don’t address obesity now, I think we are going to see our profession changing. Because of childhood obesity, we can soon expect to see the onset of heart disease at ages 30 to 40, instead of 50 to 60, as we do today.” He added, “Hopefully we can address that and attack the problem and lower people’s cardiovascular risk.”

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Hugh P. Babineau M.D. THE MIRACLE OF SLEEVE GASTRECTOMY Obesity is a major health problem in America. In fact, it is arguably the biggest health problem facing us when you consider all the conditions that obesity causes and/or worsens. These include heart disease, diabetes, back problems, arthritis, circulation problems, acid reflux and many more. Obesity is even associated with a shorter life span and certain kinds of cancer. So what can we do about it? Simply put: eat less and exercise more. This is easier said than done, however. Even medically supervised weight loss programs have success rates of less than 5 percent. Sleeve gastrectomy is the latest surgical procedure to help people achieve weight loss. It is a laparoscopic, minimally invasive surgery in which the stomach is permanently reduced to a “sleeve” about the size and shape of a banana. The reduced stomach size helps a person feel full on less food and have less appetite. These changes help you consume fewer calories. Furthermore, after sleeve gastrectomy, certain high calorie “junk foods” will not be very comfortable to eat. These changes are very similar to what happens after gastric bypass. With all weight loss surgeries, including adjustable banding, successful weight management requires making the right food choices and getting more active. I hope you enjoy reading in this issue of BSCENE about some of our patients who are successfully managing their weight with the help of a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.

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“Having gastric bypass was the smartest decision I have ever made! It has changed my life in so many positive ways. I now enjoy being active and I feel great about the way I look in the mirror. I cannot thank Dr. Babineau and his staff enough for all of their encouragement along the way!” Lindsay Turner Patient

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Since 1980 Longview Regional Medical Center (LRMC) has been committed to meeting the needs of patients in our community. This commitment continues today as shown by the continued improvements that we’ve made and are making for the future of healthcare for our community. Exciting Updates As you have probably noticed, LRMC’s campus is up to its hard hat in construction renovations and growth, with the hospitals multimillion-dollar expansion underway just for the community. These improvements provide ample evidence of our desire to continually grow and enhance our services. The current design supports a 230-bed hospital with all acute care private rooms, and a new three story vertical tower as well as a vertical expansion of the existing tower creating a new third and fourth floor. Once completed, the expansion will nearly double the size of Longview Regional. Features Of The Hospital Expansion Include: Doubling of Surgery Operating Rooms from eight to 16, Doubling of Intensive Care Unit beds from 12 to 24, Labor and Delivery and Postpartum beds increase from seven to 11, and the addition of a New Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with 21 beds.

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“This new facility supports our community’s growth, patients’ needs and physician partnerships and we believe it is an important step in enhancing our patients’ experience with us and continuing to deliver a higher level of personalized care,” said Jim Kendrick, CEO of Longview Regional Medical Center. “This expansion is a major step forward in the history of this hospital,” said Robert Wheeler, M.D., Diagnostic Clinic of Longview President. “This project will provide much needed space to accommodate the growth of this hospital as well as continue to allow for greater integration in the delivery of care for our patients from an office visit to hospitalization and through recovery.” New Advancements in Healthcare Technology In addition to these visible improvements, our hospital has taken significant steps in the quality of care that we provide for our patients. A key focus of our hospital is also expanding services and serving as a healthcare pioneer in providing the latest advancements in healthcare technology for our patients. Just this spring, the Diagnostic Clinic of Longview’s Center for Breast Care announced that it is the first in our region, between Dallas and Shreveport, to welcome and install the latest technology of 3D Mammography, called Breast Tomosynthesis.

This new 3D Mammography will allow physicians to examine breast tissue in greater detail – resulting in improved accuracy and a better chance at early detection and as a result, create fewer call backs. Aside from the announcement of the 3D Mammography technology, Longview Regional Medical Center has acquired a High-Field Open MRI. “Longview Regional is the first and only facility currently able to offer true HighField Open MRI imaging system to its list of diagnostic offerings for patients,” said Kendrick. “This open MRI has an accommodating design that reassures patients, as well as a broad range of clinical capabilities and features to meet the demand of today’s diagnostic imaging professionals.” This technology combines unparalleled patient comfort with powerful technology and an ultra-fast workstation to make patient exams as quick and smooth as possible. Other benefits of this technology provide an unobstructed view, which also help to minimize anxiety and claustrophobia and maximize a more pleasant environment for the patient during the MRI exam. More importantly, the High-Field Open MRI allows the patient to have a loved one or friend nearby during the exam for further reassurance. At Longview Regional Medical Center we are proud of our focus to bring quality patient care and our commitment to improving and expanding the services available to the East Texas area we serve. To learn more about Longview Regional Medical Center and stay up-to-date on our hospitals expansion progress and our new healthcare technology advancements visit us online at www.LongviewRegional.com.

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Neurodiagnostic TEX, LLC is one of the first locally owned and operated Neurodiagnostic testing and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring companies in the area, providing service in North Central and East Texas. They perform diagnostic testing of the brain, spine and nervous system as well as intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring. For those unfamiliar, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring is performed when the brain, spinal cord or nervous system are at risk during surgical procedures. Surgeons request the service when they feel it is necessary. Technologists accompany patients in the operating room and perform testing during surgery providing real-time information about the functional integrity of the central nervous system. This information can avoid compromising patients before permanent neurological deficits occur. This increases patient safety and improves the outcomes of surgery. Intraoperative testing is also helpful to localize and identify structures that have been impaired or displaced by trauma, bleeding or tumors. Some of the surgeries that utilize intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring include: neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, cardiac surgery, ENT surgery. More recently, a variety of general surgeries such as thyroidectomies have been added as monitored procedures as well. Cathy Boldery, CCT, REEG/EPT, CNIM, RPSGT and Joey Miller of Tyler own and operate the business. Boldery trained at the Indiana University School of Medicine specializing in Neurodiagnostics. She is respected in her field with numerous lectures, publications and volunteer research. She has served on many national boards and committees. Her resumé includes over five certifications in her field. Miller attended Tyler Junior College focusing on industrial management, graphic arts and computer engineering – keeping Neurodiagnostic TEX up to date with computer technology. Neurodiagnostic TEX consists of highly trained staff – all boarded by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists. They have an outstanding office staff waiting to assist with any scheduling, insurance or billing needs. Company accolades include awards of recognition from the Better Business Bureau and The Greater Dallas Business Ethics Award in 2007. They also contribute back to their community through various sponsorships and annual pro bono work. Quality patient care is of the upmost importance: “Our company is committed to the preservation and improvement of life. We strive to deliver high quality, cost-effective healthcare in the B SCENEMAG. CO M

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he International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reports a combined worldwide total of surgical and nonsurgical procedures performed by board certified plastic surgeons to be 17,295,557. More people than ever before are exploring plastic surgery or aesthetic, non-surgical procedures in hopes of achieving infinite youth. Yet, some towns and regions still do not provide plastic surgery services or even boast of board certified plastic surgeons. If we take a look at television alone, one of the most well-known television series was the FX American drama, “Nip/Tuck,” that started in 2003, and ran for seven years. This show’s popularity reflects the large and growing number of people who choose plastic surgery for a multitude of reasons. Plastic surgery decisions are not made lightly. Drs. Knight and Sanders are mindful of this, and insist that consultations reflect a well-versed view of each patient’s situation and a mutual understanding and agreement of procedures and care. It is imperative that these individuals seek professional counsel to determine whether they are qualified recipients of elective cosmetic procedures. At Knight and Sanders, the physicians dedicate themselves to listening to the patients’ needs and providing what is in their best interest. The physicians operate from a philosophy that recommendations made with every patient are approached with the same personal attention used to make decisions for their own sister, brother, mother or wife. Both Dr. Daniel R. Knight and Dr. Kenneth W. Sanders personally review the patients initial consultation,

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surgical procedures. The medical staff and facility accommodate each patient with an atmosphere of caring, comfort and expertise; assuring a pleasant experience throughout the process from surgery to recovery. Knight and Sanders is the region’s only super-specialized plastic surgery clinic, as well as the only multi-specialty aesthetic surgery practice in the Shreveport area. Both Dr. Knight and Dr. Sanders commit to performing the most up-to-date surgical procedures including body contouring, mommy make-overs, facial surgeries, injectable procedures, laser treatments and hair replacement. They offer the best by enforcing mandatory reviews and certifications of their medical staff, as well as doing what is best for the care of their patients. Their facility has a 12-member medical staff. “A considerable amount of effort and expense goes into maintaining an accredited facility, but our patients deserve it! We want them to look as good as they feel,” Dr. Knight adds. Besides offering care and comfort to their patients, the physicians and staff also give of their time to the community. To name just a few of the important civic organizations or efforts supported by Knight and Sanders, you will find a common thread of humanity. The team supports the local high school fund raising events, the Empty Bowl event for the homeless community, Providence House, American Heart Association, Hillman House, and the Shreveport Regional Arts Council. Drs. Knight and Sanders are also members of the Shreveport Medical Society, as well as the Louisiana State Medical Society. Both physicians have been voted “Best Physicians” in the Shreveport-Bossier City area by the readers of SB Magazine for the past seven years. B S CE N E M AG.COM

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Daniel R. Knight, M.D., is one of the two partners of Knight & Sanders Plastic Surgery in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Knight is a Shreveport native. He received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in 1979, and then moved back to his home state to obtain an M.D. from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Between the years of 1983 to 1988, Dr. Knight completed his General Surgery residency at LSU-Shreveport. Immediately following, he relocated to New Orleans where he completed a two-year residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at LSU-New Orleans. He rounded out his training with a one-year fellowship in Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery in Phoenix, Arizona. Early on in his career, he mostly worked on reconstructive surgery following trauma and cancer treatment. He also spent some time teaching as an Assistant Professor at LSU School of Medicine. He taught residents reconstructive hand surgery in the Department of Orthopedics. In 1997 and then in 2006, he was certified and re-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and has established the first AAAASF- Accredited Office- Based Plastic Surgery Suite in Shreveport/Bossier. Â Dr. Knight now has an established private practice located on the main campus of Highland Clinic in Shreveport. Dr. Knight commits a significant portion of his current practice to cosmetic plastic surgery. The procedures he can perform are Breast Enlargement (augmentation), Breast Lift (mastopexy), Breast Lift with implants, Breast Reduction, Male Breast Reduction (gynecomastia), Breast Reconstruction, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), Liposuction, Arm Lift (Brachioplasty), Thigh Lift and Skin Tightening. Because of his expertise, patients from Boston to Los Angeles have traveled to Shreveport to have their plastic surgery procedures performed by him. He is well-known as an experienced physician, affordable and with a caring staff.

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Kenneth W. Sanders, M.D., partner in Knight & Sanders Plastic Surgery, obtained an M.D. from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1995. There, he graduated with honors. From 1996 - 2001, Dr. Sanders completed his residency in the field of OtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery at LSU HSC. During this time he also served as Chief Resident of the Head and Neck Service. Knowing he had a passion for all aspects of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Sanders applied for one of 39 positions to sub-specialize in. He rounded off his training with a one-year fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery under Fred J. Stucker, M.D. There, he was one of the first participants in the study to receive Botox FDA approved for cosmetic use. Shortly after in 2002, he established his own private practice at Willis Knighton Health Center in Shreveport. He is also a certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and is member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.Â Dr. Sanders specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face, head, and neck; as well as hair restoration surgery. He knew early in his medical studies that he enjoyed cosmetic surgery. Some of the procedures he performs are Male and Female Hair Replacement, Eyelash & Eyebrow Hair Replacement, Botox Cosmetic Injectables, Radiesse Injectables, Juvederm Injectables, IPL (Photofacial) Laser Treatments, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Vein Treatment, Laser Genesis, Enhanced Photofacial, Laser Acne Reduction, Titan Skin Tightening, Pearl Fractional Volumizing Laser, Lip Augmentation (Implant), Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping), Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Lift), Rhytidectomy (Facelift), Chin Sculpting (Augmentation or Shaving), Forehead/Brow Lift, Midface Lift, Neck Lift, Cheek Augmentation, Liposculpture, Otoplasty (Ear Pinning), Facial Reconstruction, Pearl Thermal Peel, Chemical Peel and other cosmetic procedures like Medical Microdermabrasion and Skin Medica Skin Care. M AY 2 0 13

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or over three decades, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, now UT Health Northeast, has treated patients with cancer. The opening of its Cancer Treatment and Prevention Center in the fall of 2011 brought new physicians, highly advanced technology, and a focus on the patient care experience from diagnosis to survivorship. The goal – to be a destination of hope for patients with cancer. “The last thing a person being treated for cancer feels like doing is walking long distances to get from place to place for their care,” said Tim Ochran, Associate Vice President for Cancer Services. “Our facility was designed so that our physicians, exam rooms, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and the lab and X-ray facilities are all within steps of the front entrance to the Cancer Center. We even offer valet parking.” Since its first patient in September 2011, the Cancer Center’s doors have been open to treat patients with expert physicians and highly-trained staff, many with ties to UT Health’s sister institution MD Anderson Cancer Center. Cancer surgeon Dr. Ed Sauter explains why the innovative and state-of-the-art Cancer Center plays such a crucial role in the region. “Northeast Texas has the highest rate of lung cancer in the state. We have the highest rate of prostate cancer in the state. And we have the highest rate of colorectal cancer in the state,” said Dr. Sauter. “We also have some of the highest mortality rates, in part, because of the lack of access to care, especially among the uninsured. I think the opportunity to provide better cancer care to all people – especially to people with limited access to other choices of care – is one of our unique roles.” Providing a superior quality of care for patients is another focus of UT Health Northeast. The cornerstone of that commitment to excellence is the

“NORTHEAST TEXAS HAS THE HIGHEST RATE OF LUNG CANCER IN THE STATE. WE HAVE THE HIGHEST RATE OF PROSTATE CANCER IN THE STATE. ultramodern technology available to treat patients with cancer. The Cancer Center’s superstars are the Varian TrueBeam, installed in the summer of 2011, and their most recent addition – the Varian TrueBeam XTS. Representing the next generation of radiation therapy, these linear accelerators are so exact, they’re able to target a tumor to within less than a millimeter – the size of a few grains of table salt. That’s important because

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the TrueBeam minimizes radiation exposure to healthy organs like the heart and lungs as well as other surrounding tissue. “Our advanced technology provides the best visual images in the region,” explained Dr. Bill Hyman, medical oncologist and assistant professor of medicine, “so we’re able to focus on our patients and more accurately take care of them.” As the only university medical center in Northeast Texas, UT Health is also home to both biomedical and clinical research. “We can offer our patients the opportunity to participate in clinical trials that are otherwise not available unless they go to

“OUR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY PROVIDES THE BEST VISUAL IMAGES IN THE REGION,” EXPLAINED DR. BILL HYMAN Dallas or Houston,” said Dr. Sauter. “In the near future, our patients will also have access to national clinical trials not typically available in the region.” Located on the first floor of the Academic Center, the Cancer Treatment and Prevention Center is the first phase of a two-phase construction project. Scheduled for completion this summer, the second and third floors will be home to a revolutionary new women’s breast center, specialty clinics, and the only medical library in the region, as well as classrooms and a state-of-the-art lecture theater. These new academic facilities will support UT Health’s ongoing physician training programs in family, internal, and occupations medicine as well as the education of other health professionals. The Cancer Treatment and Prevention Center is dedicated and determined about reversing the high cancer rates in our region. “We’re proud of the cancer care we are providing every day to our patients,” said Ochran. “We’re working not only to provide the best treatment we can, but to find new ways to detect and prevent this disease in the future.” From the beautiful surroundings with fountains, foliage, and sunlight, to free parking, spacious facilities, and friendly employees and volunteers, not one aspect of patient-focused care has been overlooked. For the many East Texans that will face and battle cancer, let UT Health Northeast’s Cancer Treatment and Prevention Center be your destination of hope!

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hat is the secret ingredient that makes Janie's Cakes one of the best pound cakes in the world? A customer once called all the way from California to say, with a deliberate emphasis on each word, "I can feel the love in every bite." That comment was not surprising for Janie Clapp, owner of Janie's Cakes, who began her love affair with cooking as a small child in her mother's kitchen. "I've been baking forever. It's a generational thing for my family," Clapp said. "When I was 5 years old, I was in the kitchen baking with my mother, who learned from her mother." Clapp continued the tradition with her daughter, Katherine Crow, who is also her partner in the premium pound cake business. She joined Clapp in the kitchen at 5 years old, and now Crow's children are also familiar with the tradition. "We're always active in the kitchen together," Crow says. "It's so fun because it's all our families together, and it's always been that way."

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Clapp explained that at a young age she wanted to pursue a career in baking and went to the Culinary Institute of America in White Plains, New York for her oďŹ&#x192;cial training. Pound cakes have always been in her repertoire. However, she began in the food industry in 1986, by creating sculpted cakes for special occasions like weddings and anniversaries. Tyler brides-to-be visited her store to share their confectionary desires and hear about her vision for their wedding cakes. She loved creating cakes that matched the ambiance of the wedding; she also knows how important a wedding cake can be to a bride on her special day. She recalls the love that went into those designs with a smile, "Twenty years later, I still see people who tell me, 'Oh, Janie! You made my wedding cake!'" Running the store required help, and Crow joined her mother in the bakery at 14, learning all the techniques to make elaborate cake designs. At first Crow practiced on scraps, then went on to help design/construct the cakes. As business grew, Clapp and Crow often went two different directions during the weekends to deliver carefully crafted creations to their customers. Eventually, Clapp (who also owns the Rockin' C Ranch near Lindale with her husband Matt) said she got tired of all the running around on weekends and time away from her family. That meant moving away from the ornate creations she had always made. Seeking a delicious alternative, she chose to focus on creating something tasty and sturdy that could be shipped across the country. Clapp settled on her wildly popular pound cakes she made for customers during the holidays.

In 2003, Clapp made the decision to focus on making premium pound cakes that could be shipped to anyone, anywhere. She started with the Plain Jane, Italian Jane, Chocolate Jane, and Lemon Tart Jane. Each cake was made with simple, fresh ingredients. The new business idea turned out to be a success. That first year, Clapp sold at least one pound cake in each of the 50 states. "We had push pins in a map to track them. That was really fun. Back then, everything was handwrittenâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;all the orders and all the labels," Clapp says. In the 10 years since its inception, Janie's Cakes has grown steadily. The cakes, in their signature yellow-and-white-striped boxes, have been featured on QVC several times, in Southern Living Magazine and on "Texas Country Reporter." During the year, orders pour in via the phone and through their website, as more people taste the cakes want to share their experience with others. The Christmas holidays are particularly busy for the bakery; but so is Easter, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day. The company now sells around 30,000 cakes each year with the hopes of sending more love across the country. To accommodate future growth, Janie's Cakes moved from its original location on Fifth Street to the historic Coats-McCain Lumber Co. building on Front Street in Tyler. where visitors can smell the cakes right out of the oven, sample the various flavors and purchase them on-site in the historic building. Although the bakery has moved to a bigger location and the labels are no longer handwritten, the focus on simple cooking and family business principles remain the same. One thing that has never changed: Clapp continues to follow her grandmother's advice to always use the best ingredients. She calls herself a "purist" for her attention to detail and her decision not to compromise when it comes to the flour, farm-fresh eggs, butter, sugar, pure vanilla extract and more than a little passion for her craft. The distinction is obvious from the first bite of the buttery-sweet cake. From the packaging to the handmade cakes, the Janie's Cakes experience makes it a popular treat to share with someone you love. "Not many people cook anymore. So they go from eating a commercially-made product made from cheap ingredients to something that tastes much more like something their grandmother would have made. They can taste the difference," Crow says. "There's really no comparison." by Laura Jett Krantz B SCENEMAG. CO M

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YAMATO

JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Specializing in traditional Japanese cuisine Steak-Seafood-Sushi Boats-Bento Boxes-Udon Soup Two Private rooms available Live DJ every Friday and drink special from 9 p.m. until midnight Karaoke Every Saturday 9 p.m.-1a.m. Happy Hour: Monday-Thursday 4:30p.m.-6:30p.m. 9p.m.-close Kids eat free on Sunday

2210 WSW Loop 323 • Tyler 903.534.1888 • www.yamatotexas.com Find us on Facebook!

RUSTY TACO

TACOS ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY! We are here for all of your Taco needs! Whether you are craving mouthwatering brisket tacos or looking for a breakfast taco to start your day, we have it all! Rusty Taco offers a simple menu of tasty and authentic tacos prepared fresh every day, using many of the cooking techniques found in Mexican kitchens. The food is served quickly in a unique and fun atmosphere. Also, remember us for all of your catering needs! Locally owned and operated!

1714 S. Beckham • Tyler, TX 903.596.8225 7922 S. Broadway • Tyler, TX 903.939.3000 3312 N. 4th St. • Longview, TX 903.663.2940

CORK

FOOD & DRINK Enjoy modern Euro-Asian cuisine, from our famous Shrimp Mezcal & Lamb Chops to the market-fresh Sushi & Seafood. Cork Food & Drink is a unique casual dining restaurant with an extensive wine list, live music, hand-crafted cocktails & fabulous dining! Open for LUNCH (reservations only – available for private party/meetings), DINNER (Tue-Fri, 4:30-12 p.m., Sat 4:27 p.m.-1 a.m.) & BRUNCH on Saturday (10 a.m.-2:37 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m.4:21 p.m.) We also cater. We are located in the Times Square Shopping Center! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. corktyler.com 5201 S. Broadway Ave. Ste 162 • 903.363.9197

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MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE Craving a taste of Northern Italy? Then Zaza’s is the place for you to satisfy your appetite with a modern twist on fine Italian cuisine. The extensive Northern Italian menu includes steaks, roasted chicken, stuffed quail, salads, a large variety of pastas, and freshly made handtossed pizza. Having more than 5,000 square feet, Zaza’s provides both a small and a large private room for all kinds of parties and gettogethers. With quality food and great service, Zaza’s is sure to make you an offer you shouldn’t refuse!

The Ridge Shopping Center 6899 Oak Hills Boulevard • Tyler, TX 75703 903.617.6050

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Here’s to you, mom! At Julian’s we treasure our moms. We thank you for making our world better. Happy Mother’s Day! From the staff at Julian’s Having a special event? Call us and we will make the planning easy. Don’t forget WE CATER! Visit our Facebook page for our daily specials and events. “Step Out of Tyler and Into Julian’s”

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CHEZ BAZAN

FRENCH BAKERY & CAFÉ This second generation, family-owned/operated bakery is much more than a great place to share a simply delicious pastry and gourmet coffee. This spring and summer, be sure to check out chezbazan.com and our Facebook page to find the cupcake and cookie of the month! Every month, we’ll be featuring a deliciously delectable treat that you will not want to miss! Chez Bazan also offers stellar catering services and truly innovative cake and pastry design to accompany their unparalleled bakery-and-café. Remember to “like” us on Facebook!

5930 Old Bullard Rd • Tyler, TX 75703 • 903.561.9644 • chezbazan.com Café Hours: 11a.m. – 2p.m. M-S Bakery Hours: 7a.m. – 6p.m. M-F, 8a.m. – 4p.m. S, Closed Sundays

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We are excited to announce our Salads Menu will be changing. We have improved our salads and the new ones will be a Grilled Market Salad, Cobb Salad, Asian Salad. Stop in and try the Wonderful New items we have. The Cows will be Happy you did ! We support healthy appetites!

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Master The Grill with FRESH Our Market has a wide variety of items waiting for you to fire up the grill. We have shared some answers to common questions we hear at FRESH to help make your grilling successful! First of all, be sure that you have enough propane if you are using a gas grill and charcoal if using a charcoal grill. Sounds like a nobrainer but there is nothing worse than a ruined cookout because of inadequate supplies! Light your grill and once the grill grate is hot, use a grill brush to remove the remnants of your last cookout and rub with vegetable oil to season and reduce sticking. It is best to set up your grill so that there are both very hot areas for searing and cooler areas where food can cook through without the risk of flare-ups. Putting the charcoal into just half the grill, or turning one burner down to a lower heat level are easy ways to create a grill with multiple heat levels or indirect heat. Once you put a food on the grill, it is best to leave it alone. The more you flip and adjust, the more likely your cooking times will be off and your chances of sticking and tearing increase. The longer you wait to flip food, the less likely it will stick to the grill. This is especially true for burgers and fish. If you want to apply a sauce to the food while on the grill, make sure you wait until the final minutes of cooking time. Otherwise, the sauce will char before the food is cooked through. We hope you find these tips useful as you set out on your grilling adventures of the season! Happy Memorial Day!

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DENIM & DIAMONDS / 4.6.13 On April 6, the Susie & A.P. Merritt Ranch in Kilgore, hosted the Junior Achievement’s annual fund-raiser "Denim & Diamonds." The event provides in-school economic education programs to over 10,000 area students in elementary, junior and senior high school. Patrons enjoyed a live and silent auction with a barbecue competition judged by local celebrities Jennifer Kielman and Ben Hill.

CHRIS KEITH, CHRIS KEY, JOE HOFFMAN

JESSICA WILKINSON, LARRY DELEKTA

LAUREN & MICHAEL BARNARD

KRIS BAGLEY, ANGIE ALDREDGE

LANE BUTLER, JAMIE WRIGHT

AMY & DR. RANDY CURTIS

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SONYA COLE, TONYA KENDRICK

SUZANNE MYERS, BARBARA BIGGS, SHERLI PETTIGREW, MARYANN

JEREMY DUMOND, DAVID WILLARD, KEITH HONEY

JIM BARTLETT, SUSAN MCWHORTER

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GETTING CRAFTY AT JULIAN'S

e all know and love Julian’s Asian Restaurant of Tyler for its superb Asian fusion cuisine and over-the-top martinis. But hey, did 'ya know it’s the first place in East Texas to introduce “the best” of the newly opened microbreweries in Dallas? This new craft beer industry is “a train runnin’ wild” in Dallas, and Julian’s is a straight fast track to Tyler. Yep, the craft beer industry is more of a movement or culture, and is relatively new to East Texas. Heretofore, Jarrod Maness, Creative Manager of Julian’s, had to go to Dallas to taste and try new good microbrews. But that was then and this is now! Listen up, all of you craft beer aficionados: Julian’s keeps five new microbrews on tap and rotates them regularly. No more treks to Dallas. We’ve got it “right here in River City,” right now! To prove it, Matt Schulz and his management team rolled out a Julian’s-style beer tasting with a dinner pairing six fantastic Dallas craft beers with five of their finest dishes (in appetizer sizes) and a deliciously sinful dessert. It was an evening experience without rival. J a r r o d lead us in the pairings. He, along with four of his craft beer connoisseur f r i e n d s : Doug Ames, Ryan Dixon, Dr. Ronnie McKinney and Bob Brewer; know as much about fine beer as a sommelier knows about fine wine. While every dish and beer was outstanding, we chose three as especially interesting. The appetizer of Tender Calamari Strips tossed with Szechwan spices, served with a special in-house, Asian-infused sauce was paired with “Royal Scandal” by Peticolas Brewery. It’s an English Pale Ale that’s a little earthy on the nose with light floral background, malt flavors and a splash of fresh citrus. Our entrée-of-choice was the Cune Special of shrimp, chicken breast, mushrooms, carrots, and broccoli splashed with garlic and soy which was paired with a “Deep Ellum IPA (Indian Pale Ale).” It boasts a robust flavor, having more hops in the brewing process, with a pleasing bite (more like a nibble). The dessert of Espresso Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, lovingly prepared by Chez Bazan French Bakery and Café of Tyler especially for our party (sinfully delicious), was paired with “Mother’s Little Fracker” by Revolver Brewing. It’s nicely malted, with a sweet finish and goes excellently with chocolate. Other equally delightful items on our menu included Crisp

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Spring Rolls paired with “Golden Opportunity,” an American-style Kölsch; Julian’s Spicy Chicken paired with “Blood and Honey” by Revolver Brewing, which is an American Wheat Ale with the zest of blood oranges and local honey; and Coconut Curry Shrimp and Chicken paired with “Community Pale Ale” with lots of hops that harmonize with citrus and tropical fruits. Let me tell 'ya, the “Man” has never participated in a beer and food pairing, but this was a hoot! Julian’s crew pulled out all the stops to pull off a memorable experience. They put together an excellent mix of some of the most fun folks (all new friends for the “Man”), wonderful food and service, with an inspirational and educational outcome. Who says you can’t learn and have fun at the same time? You should know, one member of our group, Ryan Dixon, will be opening True Vine Brewing Company in Tyler very soon. His product will be using rose hops, and the beer will be named “Rose City Pale Ale.” Oh Happy Day! So, if you’re out and about, look for us, we’ll be checking out the craft beers at Julian’s! by Dr. Aubrey Sharpe

LET ME TELL 'YA, THE “MAN” HAS NEVER PARTICIPATED IN A BEER AND FOOD PAIRING, BUT THIS WAS A HOOT!

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WENDY FARMER, KATIE POWELL, ASHLEY BAKER

AMY BARBER, VICTOR RJESNJANSKY, TRUDY WILLIAMS, SARAH BULLOCH WYRICK

SCOTT WATSON, FRED HABERLE

MIKE MARTIN, MIKE MARTIN, JUSTIN JONES

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PHIL HANCOCK, DUSTIN MCDONALD

RYAN SUDDUTH, COLLIER WATSON

CLARK HAMPE, RICH PADDACK, JEFF JACKSON

PRICE SIMMONS, ART JOHNSON, JIM DAUGHTRY, JIM WATKINS

ROBERT DENNIS, JONATHAN HILL, DEREK MITCHELL, TIM BECK

JOHN SHEPARD, DAN TONEY, RON VRNAK

GLENN WOOD, STEVE HARRIS, ROB TRIMBLE, BRIAN BELL

RON DONALDSON, JIM MUSE, MEL LOVELADY

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BLUE JEANS & BALL GOWNS / SUMMIT CLUB / 3.23.12 East Texas Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) hosted its second annual fundraiser dubbed "Blue Jeans and Ball Gowns" on Saturday, March 23. Local celebrities competed in a dance contest to help raise money and awarness to children that have been removed from their homes as a result of abuse and neglect. The night was ямБlled with food, fun and the country rock sound of Dagnabbit.

KELLI HOOKER, BROOKE TURNER

DIONNE & RANDY LOTT

BABETTE TOMBERLAIN, MORGAN STRONG

KIM & GREG COLQUITT

JAMIE & CRAIG VANBIBER

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RYAN ALLGOOD, LAUREN PARISH

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1. Kensie tank, Miss Me shorts, Pink Pewter headband, Ivan belt & buckle, all at That Girl's Boutique; Old Gringo “RockRazz” boots, Bridgette's Shoe Collection; Elizabeth Showers turquoise necklace, Elizabeth Showers turquoise bracelet, J.Mills leather bracelet, Thistle & Bee earrings, Elizabeth Showers abalone shell ring, all at Cole & Co. 2. Kaya di Koko tank, Cherry Knit cami, Drew shorts, Bridgette's exclusive jewelry, all at Bridgette's; Old Gringo “Diego” boots, at Cavender's; Sun-n-Sand cowboy hat, at Crystal Spur. 3. Double Zero dress, Montana West belt, at Crystal Spur; Corral “Black Eagle” boots, at That Girl's Boutique; Suite of Armenta jewelry with mixed metal chains and David Yurman Mother of Pearl Classic Watch, all at Susan Robinson Jewelry.

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1. Rock 47 by Wrangler pearl snap, Rock and Roll Cowboy jeans, Nacona belt, Crumrine buckle, Corral croco boots, all at Cavender's. 2. Rock 47 by Wrangler pearl snap, Wrangler â&#x20AC;&#x153;Retroâ&#x20AC;? jeans, Justin belt, Montana Silversmiths buckle, Jason Aldean by Resistol cowboy hat, Double-H moto boots, all at Cavender's; David Yurman tiger's eye bracelet, David Yurman blue leather Ojime bracelet, David Yurman black leather Ojime bracelet, David Yurman Thoroughbred Stainless Steel Watch, all at Susan Robinson Jewelry. 3. Affliction tee, Petrol jeans, Ariat belt, Crumrine buckle, Durango moto boots, all at Cavener's; Wenger red dial watch, at Cole & Co.

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BRANDI WILLIAMS, SOEUTH SOK

SUZANNE HERMAN, DEBBIE COOK

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TYLER AUTISM HALF MARATHON TYLER / BERGFELD PARK 4.13.13

AMY MULLINS, EMILY MULLINS

TERI ROACH, AMANDA MORRIS

MAKAIA PRESCOTT, ERICA STEGALL

KEELY SIMMONS, RAYCHEL HALL, BROOKE TAYLOR, RACHAEL ROETEM

GUESTS PLAY BINGO

RICHARD MANLEY, JEFF RAMSEY, CHRIS KIRBY, REID MCCAIN, SAM SMEAD, RYAN HOWARD, DOUG MORGAN, KEVIN BROWNLEE, TAYLOR HEMNESS, DAVID THACKER, DAVID VACA

LOUISE HAGEN, CAROL MANLEY

KEVIN BROWNLEE

CAROL MANLEY, JACK BARKLEY, ROXANNE STEVENSON

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BAGS, BOOTS & BINGO LONGVIEW/ EAST TEXAS BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 4.13.13

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KEN THRELKELD, CHARLES HAMILTON

AMY BARBER, DEBBIE DICKERSON, TRUDY WILLIAMS

CINDY & NEAL SUTTON

BRIDGETTE HOOPER, AMY BARBER

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CATTLE BARONS’ SHOPPING NIGHT TYLER / LA PIAZZA 4.11.13

KARLEEN & TRUMAN DRAPER

MALLORY SMITH, JEMILYNN MCKEE

TANYA MERRITT, ASHLEY BAKER

JON CHILDERS, GLEN WOODARD, HARLEY HOOPER

MELISSA STEELE, KIMBERLY HANEBUTT

DIANE BUNKER, SARA SEEKER, AVERY SEEKER, DONNA ALFRED

BARBARA & RICHARD NYE

KATHY & JIM DREW

STEPHANIE JUDDS, ASHLEY JUDDS

JULIE CRADDOCK, KATIE CRADDOCK

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BRILLIANT BLOUSES Yoana Baraschi blouse ($285), , Vizcaino jeans ($155), Mary Vs by Shelby. Sally Miller Couture blouse ($48), 7 For All Mankind shorts ($69), Haute Totz.

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Fans of BSCENE Magazine gathered at Rusty Taco on Fifth Street in Tyler for the unveil of the April 2013 issue on March 28. Steve Carpenter brought his smooth country tunes and DJ Evan Payne kept the club beats bumping. Guests enjoyed fabulous tacos and chips with queso, all in anticipation of the cover reveal. East Texas native Kacey Musgraves graced the cover and sent a special video message thanking her local fans for all their support.

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Camel studded men's belt by Will Leather Goods, at Harley's, $115.

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SATURDAY (MAY 11) This year marks the 15th annual event held at Bergfeld Park inTyler. There’s something for everyone at this family event. Visit KomenTyler.com to sign up and show your support for this important event.

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UT TYLER PATRIOT MILLION DOLLAR HOLEINONE

(MAY 11-19) Each year, thousands of golfers take a chance on winning $1 million. Maybe this could be your lucky year! Qualifying takes place on the UT Tyler campus from May 11 through May 18, and the finals are held at Hollytree Country Club on Sunday, May 19. This year also adds a new twist with the Wagner Cadillac Music Series each night after qualifying wraps up. See all the details at UTTyler-HoleInOne.com.

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THURSDAY (MAY 23) In a notable departure from his usual comic fare, Jack Black gives an excellent performance as the affable Bernie Tiede, assistant mortician in Carthage, TX. Based on events in 1996, this black comedy received praise when Entertainment Weekly named it one of the "top films of 2012." I found this movie entertaining and humorous. Order tickets now at LibertyTyler.com.

MUST CRUISE

ALL HANDS ON DECK

SATURDAY (MAY 25) Once again the Lake Tyler Petroleum Club hosts this unique event. As part of the 2013 Cattle Barons’ Gala. All Hands On Deck is a great summertime fundraiser that combines a day on the lake, with chance drawings and great prizes. The organizers have even created a way for participants to take part in the event even if they don’t have a boat. Contact the Tyler oﬃce of the American Cancer Society to register at 903.597.1383. by Shane Payne

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If you’re like me, there are times when a weekend getaway is just what the doctor ordered. So every now and then, my hubby and I steal away to a neighboring city for a change of pace and scenery. Usually when this happens, there’s no planning involved. We just throw some clothes in a bag, jump in the car and go!

favorite high-heeled sandals, an awesome statement accessory, standout earrings and bracelets and voila! You’re ready for date night!

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To help make hair fabulous without the fuss while on the go, having a set of travelsized hot rollers helps amp up your look with little time or effort. I pack Conair’s Big Curls™ Travel Setter ($20). These ﬁve velvety, jumbo-volume hot rollers heat up quickly and keep a nice hold. Need additional rollers? You can order more from the company. There are also other Conair travel setters that include more rollers.

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Another on-the-go hair must-have is a volumizing dry shampoo. When there’s no time to wash, but you need to refresh and amp up those limp locks, try Big Sexy Hair Volumizing Dry Shampoo ($18), available at ULTA BEAUTY.

Because we’ve done this a few times now, I’m becoming somewhat of a pro in figuring out what my weekender musts-haves include. Of course I’m going to share these essentials with you! What’s a weekend away without a supercute, weekend tote?! I found this bright, fun, large, felt weekender by Milano Series® at Blue Print Too ($40). It’s the perfect fit for packing just enough. The key to being spontaneous is to not over think your weekend-wear wardrobe. This means to have some basics readily available in your closet to throw in a bag. Owning an everyday dress that can go from day to night with just a few key pieces to swap out is a must! I found this Greylin Ginger Pleated Shirtdress ($114) that can be made more casual by throwing on a jean jacket and your favorite pair of flats for daytime fun. For evening, take off the jacket and flats. Then add your

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What lady goes anywhere without some sort of face packed in her bag? I don’t! Leaving my array of lipsticks, eye shadow pallets, blush and powder compacts behind, my travel face is made more simple with this Gorgeous On The Go 61-piece Collection make-up by ULTA BEAUTY ($25). Just throw it in your bag and you’ll be ready to face your weekend fun! by Veronica Terres

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Ladies of Longview and The American Heart Association teamed up for Go Red For Women at Pinecrest Country Club in Longview on April 5. Guests wore red to show their support of ямБnding a cure for heart disease in women. Keynote Speaker and comedian, Diana Jordan brought her delightful brand of humor and spoke on the healing power of laughter.

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JAN STATMAN, MARY MURDOCH

DAVID CARTER, COURTNEY TURMAN

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SARAH MONSOUR, LANIE LENHART, KARIS LOCKE

DIANA JORDAN, BRANDI BANDA

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2 1. A giant swallowtail, (Papilio cresphontes Cramer), prepares to ďŹ&#x201A;y in the Dallas Arboretum. 2. A child reaches for the waterfall in the Children's Park in Tyler. 3. A parade of Lamborghini's stream into Houston as part of Lambo Festival, raising funds for Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital.

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“Character-driven design” is a motto I work by. What does this mean exactly? Just like reading a novel, as you move from chapter to chapter, you experience a story unfolding. You learn about characters and their emotions, trials, triumphs… The book tells a story that either inspires you, bores you, makes you laugh or makes you cry. Just like reading a novel, as you move from chapter to chapter, you experience a story unfolding. You learn about characters and their emotions, trials, triumphs… The book tells a story that either inspires you, bores you, makes you laugh or makes you cry. To me, good design is a novel. From top to bottom, the pieces in your home are characters that help tell the story. One main character, and too often an overlooked character, is lighting. It doesn’t take in-depth scientific research to understand that lighting affects our mood. Spring is here, and as we rejoice in the season of sunshine, perhaps we should take a good look at the lighting B S CENEMAG. CO M

inside our homes. Homeowners often underestimate the importance of lighting. When it comes to finding the best balance between form and function in design, lighting is a key ingredient. When executed properly, lighting can evoke one mood then the next. With the flip of a switch, you have the power to change the conversation, the memories, the workspace, the relaxation space and the all-around emotions provoked by a space. Consider each room in your home a stage with characters dancing to an orchestra below. Lighting is theater. Just as characters in a novel have different personalities, so do lighting styles.

I like to look back at the history of design, and see how different styles were born within each decade of the past century. Traveling the American countryside, and sometimes overseas, I constantly keep my eyes open for new products. In Malmo, Sweden; I even found a giant, talking lamp! Just to share some fun possibilities within lighting design, I’ve pulled some of my favorite current styles that give a nod to over 100 years of fashion. Consider this the Spring Fashion Show of Lighting! Which one inspires you? (P.S. The best part is, you can mix and match styles!)

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From the glamour and elegance of the early 1900s, to American industrial style barn lights, current lighting designs are taking us on a nostalgic journey from history right into our own homes. Lighting influenced by art deco, Mid-Century Modern and even the French Provincial countryside eras are taking center stage in the market. Design is all in the details. Since lighting is such an integral part of our daily home life, I am happy to share some “tricks of the trade” I’ve picked up along the way. Ideas and theories to consider when lighting your own home: 1. Scale of a fixture is everything. A quick rule for chandeliers is to add the width + the length of a room together and convert that number to inches, 10 by 12 foot room = 22 inches (minimum) for the chandelier. You can go up from there, but be modest, as it is also easy to buy a fixture for a room that’s too large for a space. 2. Layer your lights. Use overhead lights, table lamps, sconces, chandeliers, floor lamps… all in one room. Mix it up! Each light functions in different ways, and the more options within a space, the better. 3. Be consistent in the order of

the switches. Keep this in mind when you are renovating, and have the chance to wire during framing. Lights that function differently should be on different switches. For switch locations, keep them close to the door frame, just inside the entryway to a room. Suggested order for switches from left to right: a) Main overhead lighting (recessed cans), b) Chandelier, c) Sconces or accent lighting (eyeballs or directional lights), d) Table or floor lamps. 4. Use dimmer switches in rooms you spend the most time in (living, dining, kitchen, owner’s suite and owner’s bath). Dimmers give you ultimate flexibility in creating different atmospheres, and may even help reduce electrical bills. 5. Eyeballs and accent lights… Directional lights are used to accent spaces around your house. Highlight the fireplace, your favorite art wall or use over your bed for additional reading light. You can also mount a brass picture light over a special piece of art in a hallway. 6. Light the dining room like a pro! For lights hanging over the dining table, measure the bottom of the fixture to the top of the

table. The magic number is between 30 inches to 36 inches of space between the two. 7. Kitchens and bathrooms are the most important rooms to light properly. I could write an entire column on how to light these two spaces. Quick must-haves for the kitchen: overhead recessed cans around the perimeter of the kitchen, pendants or a chandelier over your island, under-cabinet lighting for the counters and a single recessed can over your kitchen sink (on a different switch). For the bathroom include: overhead recessed cans, a shower trim recessed can over your bathtub and over your shower, and wall sconces or pendants over the vanity area. Natural light in a bathroom is the most important. Ladies: for proper makeup application, you really need a window to pull in the natural sunlight.

When executed properly, lighting can evoke one mood then the next.

8. Closet lighting – don’t forget this space. I prefer to mix in solar tubes (for natural light), recessed cans and even a couple fun pendants suspended in the center (if you have an island in the closet). Treat the closet design like a room in itself. When you can actually see what’s inside your closet, I promise getting dressed in the mornings won’t be nearly as daunting. 9. Pharmacy task lamps are a must! These get my vote for “Most Functional Lamp.” Task lamps almost always work in a room, scale-wise, and they function quite well for reading or working at home. Try a brass finish this season!

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10. Don’t forget the exterior. As summer approaches, set up your outdoor area for entertaining by hanging string lights across the yard.

MAKING ARRANGEMENTS Losing someone you love is always a very traumatic experience. It can seriously impact one’s judgment, therefore, it is important to be realistic about funeral expenditures. Our family funeral home started back in 1896, and today the third, fourth and fifth generations work together at our location in Van.

11. Finally, add something fun and unexpected! I just love vintage and reproduction marquee lights on a random wall. Check out www.vintagemarqueelights. com or find them locally at Fixture This, www.fixturethistyler.com

We feel the days of the traditional funeral service is changing and we nurture the fact that each family has different needs. We do not want your choices to be more than what is affordable to you, and we will do everything we can to help you keep the arrangements within your budget. We pride ourselves on our creativity and flexibility to meet each and every request and desire. We are able to provide cremation service under our own direct supervision. Our knowledge and experience with the cremation process, procedures and current laws are far beyond anyone you will meet in the funeral business.

As you can see, there is a whole spectacle of lights that await you. Layer your home with lighting to add dimension, create character and set the stage! by Kim Lewis

We try to make it easier on families that live away by doing much of the paperwork by phone or fax. It is a good idea to gather any documents that may assist in giving information for the death certificate, such as the social security number, place of birth, father and mother’s full name including maiden name, etc. In addition, it is many times helpful to talk to other family members about their expectations, involvement and travel arrangements. We are here to answer any questions you may have; please do not hesitate to call us personally, stop by, e-mail us, or by mail. We answer our own phones 24 hours a day!

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offer Boar's Head meats and cheeses, and prepare gift baskets for people on special occasions. Add in the dairy, produce, gas station, meat market, check-cashing services, and what you have is a full-service grocery store that maintains the look, feel and attitude of small-town country store. It's the best of both worlds! “We know that in order to compete with some other folks around town we have to offer things to our customers they can't get anywhere else,”

SKINNER’S MEAT MARKET A lot of folks know about Skinner's Grocery and Market in Longview. Chances are, if you've been in town for long or driven up Judson Road in the last 50 years, you've seen them. But, when was the last time you stopped in? If it's been awhile, it's time to reacquaint yourself with one of the best shops in East Texas. Skinner's grew out of a little neighborhood store more than five decades ago. Long known for their butchers' credentials, Skinner's has grown into much more than just a great meat market. Sure, they still offer some of the best cuts of meat to be found anywhere in East Texas – and they aren't shy about it. But there's more to Skinner's than meets the eye. “We're not trying to leave that legacy behind,” said Brant Brantley, who has owned Skinner's with his mother, Dee Norris, for the last 11 years. “Our main focus is the meat market. We have five

Brantley said. “We offer a full range of services, and the chance for customers to get in and out quickly. We keep every cashier on duty between 5p.m. And 7p.m. We have remodeled the store, updated the look and made every effort to modernize things without losing any charm or service.” When people complain about the modernization of businesses like the local grocery store, they miss the things that Skinner's offers in abundance. “It's very rare when customers come in and our employees don't know them by name,” Brantley said. “We treat people right – that's important to us, we depend on it and we take it very seriously.” Skinner's is open 7 days a week, 6:30 a.m. until 10 p.m.

full-time employees and three well-trained, experienced, full-time, butchers. “But we want to be known for that, and more. We are a full-service grocery store. We've done wonders with the produce department. There are a lot of gourmet and specialty products that we carry – things that you might not think we would have, when in fact we are the only people who carry it!” Then, there is the beer and wine selection, which rivals almost anything in the area. Skinner's has made a firm commitment to that market and is constantly expanding it. “We offer a great selection of beer and wine, with a few special additions. We have a 'build your own six pack' deal for customers where they can choose from 80 beers, including imports and microbrews, all for a very reasonable price. We'v made a conscious effort to be known as more than 'just a meat market,'” explained Brantley. Skinner's handles special orders, makes their own sausage (german, cajun, jalapeño and more) and can sell anything up to a full side of beef cut to spec. They do party trays, B S CE N E M A G.COM

Rose Sunday ceremonies honoring our lovely “Tyler Roses” and the rose industry were held April 21, at the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden. Guests joined new Rose Queen Rachel Clyde and members of the royal court to herald the new blooms of the season.

MARY PELTIER, ELIZABETH CLYDE, JAIME CLYDE

CYNTHIA RITER, PRESTON SMITH, KATHERINE REYNOLDS

LAURA & KEN WAITS

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TEXAS ROSE QUEEN RACHEL CLYDE, DARLA CHILDRESS

TERESA & TIM CARROLL, TAYLOR CARROLL

PATRICIA JOHNSON, SHARON REILAND

ALLY & JULIAN RAYZOR, RILEY & RHODES RAYZOR

MELISSA & JEFF JACKSON

NELSON CLYDE IV, MAYOR BARBARA BASS, RANDY GROOMS

CINDY KIDWELL, PAM CHESLEY

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CAROL & RICHARD MANLEY

TERESA & COREY ROBINSON

CAROLYN GUNN, MARCIA BENNETT

MARILYNN WYMAN, JOYCE & PETER WEISS

Arabella Manor hosted Community Healthcore’s annual fund-raiser known as Dinner With A Champion in East Mountain, Texas on March 23. The event is designed to raise money and awareness for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ID). The night offered delicious food and a silent auction. This year’s champion, Gene Stallings, has helped coach teams like Texas A&M, Alabama University, and even the Dallas Cowboys. Stallings’ son was born with Down Syndrome and since has been highly involved in helping those whom suffer from ID.

BETHANY KASTMO, FLETCHER JONSON

HEATHER & DREW SEIDEL

MICHELLE FORD, MADISSON FORD, PHILLIP FORD STEPHANIE & MARK SHREWSBURY

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LOCATION The beautiful Rio Neches Ranch is located at 18654 CR 418, Tyler, TX. For more information, please contact your American Cancer Society Tyler ofﬁce. 1301 S Broadway Tyler, TX 75701

presents

ENTERTAINER American State Bank is proud to sponsor Craig Morgan as the Headlining entertainer at this year’s gala! As an artist, Craig has been a mainstay on the charts with an impressive body of work that includes 14 Top Ten hits including fan favorites “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” and “Tough.”

CATERING For over 30 years, Eddie Deen has been an ambassador of Texas hospitality and food. Eddie Deen is back with the Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala for the fifth time. With his creative menus prepared from scratch, gala guests will enjoy carved smoked brisket, baby back and St. Louis style ribs, John Soules Food’s chicken fajitas and a grilled avocado bar. Deen will also feature carved, wood-fire grilled steaks; chicken and waffles; as well as shrimp and grits. A s'mores station will also be available for guests to create their own s’more!

presented by

2013 Cattle Barons Co Chairs

Special Thanks:

Prestige Limousine

, Susan Robinson

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For the past 25 years, Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala has raised over $9.2 million for the American Cancer Society. Through the generosity of our donors, sponsors, and volunteers, Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala also promotes the American Cancer Society’s mission, which is to eliminate cancer as a major health problem through research, preventive education, advocacy, and patient services. Funds raised by Cattle Barons’ Gala assist cancer patients and survivors in many ways – transportation to and from a chemotherapy treatment, assistance through cancer support groups, even scholarships for childhood cancer survivors. These services might not be possible if it were not for the generosity of so many individuals and businesses who give to Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala.

This year marks the 26th year for Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala, and there is still work to be done. Because a cure for this terrible disease has not been found, we will continue to make a stand and fight, by celebrating Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala and continuing to raise funds to help find a cure. Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala has been one of the most successful events in East Texas in raising funds to fight cancer. We hope to continue to be successful in this endeavor. Please join us again this year, as we celebrate the 26th annual Tyler Cattle Barons’ Gala and the American Cancer Society’s 100th anniversary, and help us strive to make cancer a health problem of the past. The ways you can help make a difference are as varied as they are plentiful; you can volunteer your time, make a monetary donations or donate services needed to make this gala possible. When you honor a loved one in the Tribute to Courage book, purchase a Sign of Hope, or designate yourself or your business as a Sponsor or Underwriter for this event, you help to carry us ever closer to our goal: A cure for cancer. We are honored to continue this ﬁght, and we look forward to joining with you to make this event a continued success and helping create a world with more birthdays. Amy Barber and Trudy Williams 2013 Cattle Barons’ Co-Chairs

2013 Honorary Chairs Dawn

Harry Leatherwood

The 2013 Cattle Barons’ Committee and ACS would like to recognize and honor Dawn & Harry Leatherwood as this year’s honorary chairs for their many years of service associated with this event. They have contributed so much to the event in the past and present with support, gifts, service/volunteering and hosting the event at Rio Neches Ranch multiple times. We sincerely appreciate all their support! ’

BARONS RECEPTION This year, guests will celebrate raising funds to “drill for a cure” on the grounds of the majestic Rio Neches Ranch. Rio Neches boasts 1,500 acres of East Texas' most beautiful scenery and is the perfect backdrop for an evening of music and gaming under the East Texas Stars! While the Rio Neches has been host to the Cattle Barons' Gala in years past, this year it’s owners Harry and Dawn Leatherwood, are rolling out the red carpet and inviting our Barons’ ticket holders to experience a private reception in the new Pelle Legna Vineyards, which will open for tours for the ﬁrst time that evening. Barons’ guests will be treated to tastings of Pelle Legna’s special Cabernet and beautiful white blend called Allegro! The evening won’t stop there! Barons’ guests will be treated to gourmet cuisine provided by EDDIE DEEN Catering, Sponsored by our friends at John Soules Foods.

LATE NIGHT ENTERTAINER Late night entertainment will be provided by Tyler’s own Texas Rebellion! From George Strait to Brad Paisley, Texas Rebellion plays many of yesterday’s favorites along with some of today’s hits. Their harmonies will have you ﬂoored while the music will make you want to get up and dance! Visit them at Texasrebellion.com

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Laurel is a vibrant 2nd Grader at Bullard Elementary School and was born with Thrombocytopenia Absent Radius Syndrome (TAR Syndrome). TAR Syndrome is an inherited bone marrow failure syndrome. As a result of her syndrome, Laurel’s bone marrow did not produce many platelets and as she got older, her platelet counts continued to drop. By the age of 5, Laurel’s condition deteriorated to the point that she needed a bone marrow transplant. Although she suffered through some very difﬁcult months recovering from the damage done by chemotherapy, Laurel’s new bone marrow successfully grafted. She is now healthy, strong and full of life and laughter. Laurel’s difﬁcult journey and ultimate success story is a testament to progressive research in blood cancer and bone marrow transplants, supported in part by donations made to the American Cancer Society! We are so happy to honor her as an amazing survivor and ambassador of hope to her oncology patient peers, as well as each of us!

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a little deeper by purchasing a ticket to win a suite of jewelry representing Texas’ own Black Gold. Susan Robinson is pulling out all the stops by graciously donating a BEAUTIFUL jewelry suite of a ring, Earrings and Necklace dripping in BLACK and white sapphires! Charles Krypell has outdone himself with the design of this set of divine, Texas show-stopping bling and the lucky winner is sure to ﬁnd herself loading up her truck and moving to Beverly! Tickets are 1 for $10, 3 for $25, and 12 for $100 and are available by contacting the Tyler ACS ofﬁce at 903.597.383 or stopping by Susan Robinson Jewelry!

Gift Boxes Cole and Co. is wrapping up fun again this year by (yet again) sponsoring the 2013 Cattle Barons' Gift Boxes! Gift boxes are $50 each, and each box contains a prize of at least a $50 value. One lucky winner will win the grand prize of a beautiful signature Michele watch with 120 (0.66 TCW) diamonds surrounding the mother dial and bezel with a garnet alligator strap. Not redeemable for cash or exchange.

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5.3 L V8 315 H. P. All power equipment Auto Climate Control Rear Backup Camera 20 inch Chrome Wheels High-performance Suspension Custom leather interior Under seat storage Bedliner 28% tax due from winner to the American Cancer Society at time of vehicle transfer. Not redeemable for cash or exchange.

Tickets are $100 (with only 500 tickets being sold) and the drawing will be held June 8, 2013. You don’t need to be present to win. Sponsored by Hall GMC beneﬁting the American Cancer Society. For information on purchasing truck tickets please contact the Tyler American Cancer Society Ofﬁce at 903.597.1383.

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The Trinity Mother Frances Women’s Foundation Board held it’s 8th annual fundrasing gala, Pearls & Promises, at Villa di Felicita’ in Tyler on April 19. Guests were greeted with a string quartet and cocktails. The evening featured a silent auction, dinner and dancing all night to the hot sounds of Dallas's own Mars Hills Band. The event was first established to help raise money for a new women’s health center and this year the event finializes that gift of donations generated for the center. During the gala, the health center was officially named the Pat Herd Women’s Center. Funds raised will also be used to underwrite services for those less fortunate that cannot afford the services the health center provides.

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PULPHEAD JOHN JEREMIAH SULLIVAN.

FARRAR, STRAUS AND GIROUX, 2011. On a flight from Boston to Dallas, a flight that should have lasted a tick over 3 hours but actually lasted closer to 8 – wind shear, lightning, a reroute to Lubbock for fuel – I would have lost my mind had it not been for John Jeremiah Sullivan’s collection of essays. “Pulphead” was released two years ago, but it is one of those books that impresses in new ways with each re-read. These essays originally appeared in GQ, Harper’s, and The Paris Review (among other places), and while the subject matter sometimes differs dramatically – a Christian rock festival; a profile of Axl Rose; a speculative, twisting piece on the impending war between human and animal – the constant, here, is Sullivan’s mastery of language. In his own review of the book, James Wood describes Sullivan’s writing as “literary freedom in action.” By this he means the way in which Sullivan allows his language to shift from conversational to exacting; from a strict journalistic prose to the metaphorical and poetic. In “Mr. Lytle: An Essay,” Sullivan details his time as a kind of protégé/manservant for an aging literary icon of the South. In one of the climactic moments of the essay, after something untoward has occurred, Sullivan describes the scene thusly: I sprang out of bed and began to hop around the room like I’d burned my finger, sputtering foul language. Lytle was already moaning in shame, fallen back in bed with his hand across his face like he’d just washed up somewhere, a piece of wrack. I should mention that he wore, as on every chill morning, a Wee Willie Winkie-style nightshirt and cap. “Forgive me, forgive me,” he said. The Wee Willie Winkie-style nightshirt and cap: the description of the man’s nightwear is both clunky and precise. What else would you call the getup? This is a minor example, and likely not the kind of praise a writer like Sullivan would necessarily find of value. Yet it is Sullivan’s ability to mix his registers and to use language to his benefit that makes this collection so enjoyable, even in turbulence.

Andrew Brininstool’s work has appeared or is forthcoming in Barrelhouse, Five Chapters, Third Coast, the Tin House blog, and Best New American Voices 2010. His stories have also received the Sherwood Anderson Fiction Award from MidAmerican Review and the Editors’ Prize from/nor. A graduate of the MFA program at the University of Houston and an Assistant Professor at Stephen F. Austin State University, he is now at work on a novel. By Andrew Brininstool

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June 1-9 What started as a marketing idea among builders to showcase a small grouping of homes in 1953, has grown into an annual event that features multimillion-dollar homes and the latest in products and technology. In 1953 with only 18 active builders and 59 associate members, the newly formed Home Builders Association of Tyler embarked on an ambitious project modeled in such cities as Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. The idea was simple – invite the public into the homes built by Association members to showcase better building techniques. Tyler’s first ever Parade of HomesTM was held eight days in October 1953, and consisted of 10 homes built by 10 different builders on the same block of Idlewilde Drive in the Tanglewood Addition. Home prices ranged from $10,000 to $25,000. The location was touted as “country living with city conveniences.” A year later, the Association had grown to 86 members and attendance at the 1954 Parade in Willowbrook Heights more than doubled. The 1955 Parade in Montclair Addition at South Donnybrook Avenue and Amherst Drive saw the number of homes grow to 13 as the Parade continued to gain popularity. This year's Parade, six decades later, will include more than 28 homes scattered all around the Tyler area with one must-see home sitting just outside Palestine. The Association itself has also grown to include 133 active builders and 430 associate members. But Parade homes aren't like regular homes. They have always been showpieces of the latest in design and technology. “It started as a marketing tool to bring the public out to see what was, at that particular time, the latest and greatest in B S CENEMAG. CO M

décor and design,” said longtime Tyler builder and developer Upton Beall. In the 1950s, these new, state-of-the-art homes featured air conditioning and carports or one-car garages, as well as slab foundations instead of pier and beam construction. Through the decades, tastes have changed and so have the amenities offered to homeowners. Homes in this year's Parade will feature programmable smart technology and energy-saving products. But the technology and style aren't the only things that have changed over the years. The average home in the 1950s in Tyler sold for $10 per square foot, with a typical monthly mortgage payment of less than $100. This year, the Tyler Area Builders Association celebrates its 60th Parade with some homes reaching up into the millions of dollars with mortgages to match. Another tradition started in the 1950's that continues to this day is donating a portion of the admission proceeds to a local charity. Charities that have benefited through the years include Make-A-Wish Foundation, St. Paul Children’s Foundation, Breckenridge Village, St. Louis School and Azleway Boys Ranch – just to name a few. In 60 years, the Parade has continued to grow – often featuring more than 50 homes and thousands of visitors. It also continues to evolve. The Association itself changed its name to the Tyler Area Builders Association in 1983, to be more inclusive to builders and associates in the outlying areas of Tyler. However, one thing remains the same – the amount of work it takes to put on the Parade. “It takes months to get ready for a Parade,” says Libby Simmons, TABA Executive Vice-President.

“The key is everything has to come together at just the right time.” The 60th Annual Parade of HomesTM will be held June 1-9. Hours will be: Saturdays 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sundays 2-6 p.m.; Monday Thursday 6-9 p.m.; and Friday 3-9 p.m. The location of the participating homes will remain secret until May 28, when tickets go on sale. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For more information, please call (903) 561-3964 or visit www.tylerareabuilders.com.

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FAITH, FAMILY, DUCKS... AND TLC

hat just happened? As I tried to process the previous few hours, I realized my feeble attempt might take days to understand. As I went over it in my mind, a slight smile of satisfaction spread on my face. I had just spent ‘An Evening with The Robertson Family.’ Yes, those Robertsons; the bearded wonders of the world, with their Duck Dynasty and their ZZ Top theme on A&E, their eccentric diet of any animal that moves (except beavers), their cast of personalities and especially Uncle Si. I replayed in my mind the moment I was able to present each one of them with an Armor of God medallion, based on Ephesians 4. I had a special medallion for Uncle Si, to thank him for his service in Vietnam. Special thanks to Kevin Burdette and Green Acres Baptist Church for providing those for the men, who loved their new keepsake.

ALTHOUGH THE FEELING OF "BEING IN THE PRESENCE OF ROYALTY" WAS IN THE ROOM, THERE WAS SOMETHING DIFFERENT IN THE AIR AS WELL. These Duckmen, with their rock-and-roll status, were shaking my hand, giving me hugs! And here was Uncle Si pouring me up some tea in my light blue Tupperware glass. Yes, teatime with Si and TLC really happened! One striking part of these “duck dudes” was their wives – each of them looking like they were ready for a photo shoot with perfect smiles as they greeted everyone. These women of God had helped organize this event, in conjunction with Oachita Christian School and Camp CH-YO-CA, both founded by Robertsons. Another big smile emerged as I thought of the Rusty Taco shirts (you know the ones you see all over town) that David Weaver and I had printed with the Duck Commander family saying, “Faith, Family, Ducks.” Handing out shirts to the ‘Krewe de Duck,’ as they posed for pictures was almost too much for this old boy to handle. Although the feeling of "being in the presence of a royalty" was in the room, there was something different as well. My mind raced as my car flew down the interstate back to Tyler. What was it that was so different about these people? Ms. Kay shared, “If we lost all our money, and everything we have tomorrow, that’d be okay, because we would still be rich with our family!” Boom! There it was. They are who they are wherever they are; no matter their

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circumstances, their plight or their place in life. My good friend Darryl Flynn from The Cleaning Company went with me and he remarked how protective they seem of their family heritage. They are careful not to change – to keep their identity. The entire family seems to be enjoy the moment and takes advantage of it. But they are also using events like this to talk about their great faith. Let me tell you, the entire family is full of Jesus.

MS. KAY SHARED, “IF WE LOST ALL OUR MONEY, AND EVERYTHING WE HAVE TOMORROW, THAT’D BE OKAY, BECAUSE WE WOULD STILL BE RICH WITH OUR FAMILY!” Their children read Bible verses, they played instruments, sang hymns and referred to their Lord throughout the event. We were all especially moved by the songs Missy, Jase’s wife, sang for the gathering with her great voice. Rocky Gill, of Express Personnel, even tweeted Missy for the title of the song. She promptly replied, “Power Of The Cross” was the title of the beautiful tune we had heard. I almost ran off the road as I crossed the Texas state line in the middle of the night, thinking of Phil talking about the Ten Commandments and how breaking most of them already puts you in a court of law, but how those same Ten Commandments are being thrown out of the courtrooms all over our country. He expounded upon The Constitution and America, and about his Lord Jesus. These champions for Jesus, for family and their career made me think of what a champion really is. Commitment: Be committed to who you are, what you are, and your goals. Honest: Be honest no matter what, no matter how hard, all the time. Active: Be active in your community spiritually, civically and socially. Motivated: Be proactive, with a good attitude, and work toward your goals. Persevere: When the going gets tough, work through it tenaciously. Integrity: Do the right thing, with great discipline, even when no one sees. Organized: Failing to plan is a plan for failure. Put it on paper; make goals. Never: Never, never, never give up, no matter what. Winners never quit. These are the traits The Robertson Family displayed to me and that have made them successful in their Faith, their Family and, yes, in their Ducks – and they will take you far in life. They are a special family, enjoying a great ride. When it is all over, they will be stuck with each other, and you know what, they appear to be just fine with that... And there you have it! by Terry Cox

Terry Cox is married to Marcy, has three children, Alan, Taryn and “Coach” Landry. He is the owner of TLC Fundraising-Logoware-Printing. Terry speaks and consults all over the country, at schools, businesses, corporate events and conventions about leadership and life-empowerment training. TLC provides fundraising programs to groups, and is also a full-service screen print, embroidery and printing company.

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dominate in high school and college ball, and still can't do that. Because I was pretty good in flag football at A&M, I'm probably just a few steps away from getting that phone call to come play in the pros! It's patently ridiculous, but the instinct is still there. Now, outside the chance that I decide to go to an open tryout for a pro football team and have some limbs and major organs casually rearranged by an real athlete, there's little possibility that this section of unfounded pride will legitimately hurt me. I've got just enough common sense not to try to do that, and remain at home where I can shout unnecessary abuse at these entertainers from the comfort of my couch. That's where the danger in grilling lies. Every guy thinks they can grill, and a lot of us can (probably more that can play in the NFL). Unfortunately, if you screw up while grilling my dinner, I have a chance to get E. coli and die. I'd rather get hit by a linebacker than deal with that sort of food poisoning. Some aspects of grilling are pretty simple. It's hard to mess up hot dogs at a barbecue. Is the grill hot because of the fire you made? Good. Do you have hot dogs? Excellent. Now, cook the hot dogs on the hot grill. Ta-da! The trouble is, most guys can't leave well-enough alone when they're manning the grill. They can't just grill the burgers and hope they aren't ruined. Everyone wants to be Bobby Flay and do some sort of smoked tilapia with grilled mango salsa. Bobby Flay trained for decades to get his skill set (and perfect

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n Proverbs the psalmist wrote, “Pride goeth before destruction.” I know I'm not breaking any new ground by saying that there are more than a few wise words to be found in the book of Proverbs (though I'm more of an Ecclesiastes man myself). However, I hope I'm the first to point out that David was actually talking about grilling, especially the part about destruction. And I'm almost positive he was talking to the men folk out there. Guys, button up and get ready to take your medicine, because this is something we all need to hear: Just because you are a male, that doesn't mean you have a special, innate gift when it comes to cooking things with fire. “But Will,” you say, “I've been grilling forever! I've been cooking burgers and hot dogs and ribs at every cookout since I was 15!” Good, I'm happy for you. I'm also not talking to you. If you have experience doing something for 20-plus years, I sure hope you're good at it by this point. I'm talking about those weekend warriors who fire the grill up about twice a year and insist that it's their domain, and theirs alone. Men have a strong sense of pride – that's past the point of debate, and it can certainly tiptoe along the line of good taste and flat-out hubris all too often. I'd just prefer it stay confined to things like sports knowledge or a sense of direction. Guys think we have certain skills that we must simply be born with. It's just a product of inevitability and nature that some things just are that way. We all think (some less secretly than others) that we are just a few months of intense-training away from being able to at least compete in a professional sport of some kind. (I'll wait for you to stop laughing.) No, I don't think I could play on an NFL offensive line, but I'm 6'2” and sneakily athletic. That means I could conceivably make a special teams unit for the Browns or something, right? Wrong. Very wrong. There are guys who work out 7 hours a day for 20 years,

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WE'VE ALL SAT AT THE TABLE IN THE SUMMERTIME AND SAWED THROUGH A PIECE OF STEAK-SHAPED RUBBER, GNAWED ON A BURGER THAT TASTED LIKE LIGHTER FLUID OR SEEN CHICKEN BREASTS SO SHRIVELED THEY LOOKED LIKE THEY'D BEEN ON A HUNGER STRIKE SINCE 1987. jerk demeanor). You grilled steaks exactly once without burning them. How could you possibly be qualified for such an endeavor? Oh, I forgot. You're a dude and it's your birthright to cook with fire. As much as we'd all like to skip over these harsh truths, they are still the truth. We've all sat at the table in the summertime and sawed through a piece of steak-shaped rubber, gnawed on a burger that tasted like lighter fluid or seen chicken breasts so shriveled they looked like they'd been on a hunger strike since 1987. All these dishes were most likely prepared by a seemingly capable and mild-mannered man who believed – and still believes – that he was capable of using that grill to its capability to produce a meal of divine taste and appearance. But alas, he did not deserve that result. None of us do. And the sooner we admit it – and improve our skills with giant metal tongs and charcoal – the sooner our friends and families will thank us for it. by Will Knous, wknous@bscenemag.com

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