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In East Texas, we're a patriotic bunch. There are thousands of men and women who pledge their support and loyalty to the U.S. through service in our military – and there are hundreds of thousands more who show their support verbally, in their actions or with their pocketbooks. So, I think we're probably in the vast minority here in East Texas, but neither Kelly nor I have any veterans in our immediate families, or even in our closer extended families (though both our dads were drafted and excused for medical reasons). So, we can only imagine the magnitude of worry and pride experienced by our close friends and coworkers who have given so much for their country. We appreciate the work these brave men and women do and did, courageously standing guard for all of us. For years now, we’ve seen the troops on the news and read about local families with sons and daughters heading off to some faraway land to defend and protect our Country and freedom. And, like most folks, we’ve always had a heart for these men, women and their families and offered support when and where we could, but knew we wanted to do more to have a bigger impact. That’s when I got a phone call requesting a meeting that would present just such an opportunity. Four years ago, a client that I became fast friends with, Mrs. Mary Pennington of Villa di Felicita, came to us with the vision for Country For Our Country. She was going to utilize her beautiful venue to host and coordinate an event to honor and show support to the men and women of East Texas serving in our military. It was a massive undertaking brought on by a chance encounter with a young soldier attending a wedding at her venue. She felt such an impact from that young man that she resolved to do something for the troops that would help right here in our community. As I sat and listened to her tell her story, with tear-filled eyes and an enthusiastic drive to make a difference, I knew that this was definitely something we wanted to be part of. BSCENE was proud to partner with Pennington and dive in headfirst: from planning meetings to production and promotion. Seeing the volunteers give countless hours and a multitude of sponsors donate to support Country For Our Country was certainly amazing. We are lucky to get the opportunity to deal with tons of incredibly philanthropic organizations every day, so it wasn't completely out of the ordinary. However, one thing we were not prepared for was the interactions with the soldiers themselves,
past and present. Seeing these men and women, (most younger than Kelly and I), who've gone through so much, receive an outpouring of support, was simply jaw-dropping. It hit home in a way we could have never thought possible. And since then, we've been closely involved with every C4C event. In it's fourth year, we expect the exact same level of commitment, quality and love shown by the entire crew, all the men and women involved, the soldiers, Derek Sholl, Jaida Dreyer, Heidi Newfield and the man on our cover, Rodney Atkins. Trust me, it’s an event you do NOT want to miss! Perceptions, everyone has one. Whether it’s a chance encounter with someone of a different opinion or lifestyle, something you read or heard about, or something that is a product of your upbringing, you have them, and a lot of them. How often is your perception skewed or changed? You think you know, but you have no idea...I'm talking about motorcycle riders. What was once thought of as a fast track to crime and punishment has morphed into a true recreational culture. We talked to some of the most unlikely motorcycle fanatics to get the real story. So if you're looking to get out there on your Harley this fall, we've got some awesome styles for you. Okay, maybe it's not all studded leather jackets or boots, but there is definitely a little edge to the fall fashion we found at the many great boutiques and shops in East Texas. And, to be fair, there are some pretty stylish leather goods and boots in this issue too! Just like you've come to expect from BSCENE, the pages of this issue are packed with events and stories on everything from The Heart of Tyler to the Longview Regional Healthy Women Expo. Become our fan on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and download our App on your iPhone, Android or Blackberry to stay in the loop. But, don't get too comfortable! You may have come to expect high quality from BSCENE, but you never know exactly how we'll do it!
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The day is almost here... and by the time you read this, it will have come to pass. No, I'm not going all Nostradamus on you and predicting the end of the world. Besides, Val Kilmer never won an Oscar for “Tombstone” and if the world didn't end at that point, I'm sure we have a ways to go. Nope, I'm talking about the longawaited arrival of my beloved Texas A&M to the Southeastern Conference. I've been counting down the days for quite a while, ever since the Aggies unveiled their plans in response to the University of Texas colluding with ESPN to create the (hopefully soon-to-be-defunct) Longhorn Network. Listen, I'm not getting into the politics or opinions of other people on this... and I'm not even really interested in the facts of the matter, either. It's my article, and I went to A&M. Therefore, UT is the cause of many of the horrible things going on in the world, starting with the shift of the Big 12 Conference. Drought? Probably Mack Brown's fault. Famine? I blame Chris Simms. It's my right as an Aggie to dump some good-natured hatred on those guys, because they've thrown plenty of not-so-good-natured comments our way in recent years. First off, I've been looking forward to this day for over a year because it's going to be stupefyingly exciting! We're going to be in the best division of the best college football conference on the planet doing battles weekly with hallowed names like Alabama and LSU. It's going to be a blast talking about how utterly crazy Les Miles is and why Nick Saban is almost certainly a robot assassin sent from the future. We're also probably going to take some severe losses, but that's just part of the game. The other reason I'm so excited is that the Aggies' transition to a much tougher conference is a mirror of BSCENE's transition to a monthly publication in the past year. A monthly format schedule was something that our owners and
staff had wanted for awhile. It was something that we thought would be beneficial to our readers, to the community and to our magazine as a whole. The publishing/advertising game is a tough one, no doubt. There are competitors everywhere and in this business if you're not getting better, you're in trouble, because it's safe to assume that everyone else is trying hard to improve too. So toward the end of last year, we took the plunge. We planned and mapped and charted, we came up with new deadlines and content ideas. We changed up our pricing format and how we contacted advertisers, both current and potential. We didn't want to simply make a change – we wanted to take a giant step forward. Like the Aggies, we knew what lay ahead of us to a certain extent... and it was definitely an uphill climb. Going from six issues a year to 12 takes a lot of planning and hard work. Luckily we're blessed with a talented and hardworking staff that made the transition better than we could've ever hoped. We've had understanding and adaptable clients who've stayed with us and allowed us to take BSCENE to the next level. Sure, it's been tough, but it's been undeniably rewarding to produce a product that we can all be proud of every single month. When the season kicks off for the Aggies against Florida on Sept. 8, I'll be filled with the same sense of trepidation and anticipation as when we were prepping to launch and announce our first monthly issue back in December of 2011. Now, if only the Aggies can start things off with a winning season...
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SOCIAL EDITOR SEPTEMBER 2012
HOLLY HEAD NOEL MARTIN
/// PHOTOGRAPHER, GRAPHIC DESIGNER Noel Martin is a lifelong East Texan, he was born at Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview. Martin graduated from Quitman High School in 2001, and moved to Tyler shortly after. After pursuing a career in Law Enforcement, he decided to take on graphic design and photography. Noel taught himself advanced photography, graphic design and joined the BSCENE team in August of 2007. Noel continues to study and advance further to bring the readers of BSCENE the best design and photography available. Martin is an avid outdoorsman, with a yearning for adventure and the rush of adrenaline. From cliff diving, car racing, fishing, hunting to just a relaxing night of camping; you can find Noel out enjoying all the thrills East Texas has to offer.
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/// FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER Bryan found his passion for photography while acting as sports editor and photographer for his high school newspaper and yearbook. He studied photography in college and has since shot a myriad of assignments for newspapers, magazines and corporations. Bryan moved to Tyler in August 2011, and started shooting events for BSCENE Magazine in January 2012. He enjoys getting to know Tyler and its people. He revels in shooting extreme sports (ice and rock climbing, skydiving, mountain biking) and environmental portraits. For 16 years, Bryan has been a freelance photojournalist and has taught photojournalism to high school/college kids and educators all over the country for the last 13 years. He is now a photography instructor at Tyler Junior College. Bryan is the father a great 8-year-old son, and he really enjoys playing Legos with him. In his free, time Bryan loves tying decorative knots, cooking (barbecue), brewing beer and spending time with his family.
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HHEAD@H3-MEDIA.COM One of my first memories at BSCENE is from the Annual Longview Museum of Fine Arts Casino Night in 2007. On behalf of the magazine, we made the trek to the annual August fundraiser themed: Under the Big Top. Will and I were younger then, and times were simpler. I wore a lot less makeup and had to yet to discover platforms. Regardless of how times have changed, that first event I attended for the magazine was amazing. Everyone in Longview is always so friendly and welcoming – you would think we lived there too! Since then, each year has brought more amazing themes, over-the-top decorations and even more over-the-top costumes. Characters from James Bond, flappers and 20s gangsters, movie stars, togas and Greek goddesses… I've seen them all – and worn all the costumes! LMFA really pulled out the stops this year for an amazing evening of Casino Night: Diamonds and Dice. The casino, game's tables were filled with museum patrons showing their support and rolling dice to raise funds for the museum. Everything was vegas style including the sparkling gowns, fabulous foods, amazing prizes and auction items. Some of the other amazing events featured in the September issue include the Annual Healthy Woman event by Longview Regional Medical Center. BSCENE has attended and been involved with the event since it's inception. Its amazing to watch it continue to grow. This year's speaker and NBC's "The Biggest Loser" contestant Abby Rike, was both amazing and inspirational. The Heart Of Tyler also held it's annual Black Tie Bingo in August, and this year guests traveled back into the roaring 20s at a secret location, just like a real speakeasy! All proceeds from the event go to downtown revitalization and the dedicated patrons supported the event in full force dressed in their fringe and fedoras. All of the fun social events may appear to be fun parties from the outside, and they are! But they also keep organizations operating to provide support, culture and help to East Texans (and even to East Texas animals). So next time you party with a purpose, keep in mind that while you are having fun in your costume, you are also giving back. Until next event,
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It was great to read the article and to see images of the physicians from cardiovascular associates of east Texas on the august 2012 cover. covering stories that matter with articles that are well written, interesting and thought provoking is what bscene does. Then there’s the added bonus that the photography is simply beautiful. bscene is a pleasant escape that I look forward to each month. Plus, they do a terrific job of showcasing the many events that occur in the community. as a busy professional, that’s an added bonus! VeL WILLIamson non-PRoFIT PRoFessIonaL
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the better business bureau helD a WorkshoP on hoW to “WeatherProof Your business.” at the tJc West camPus in tYler on aug. 6.
Dr. Pieter DeWet Was on hanD at Yamato in tYler on JulY 25, to sign coPies of his neW book “bringing sexY back.” guests enJoYeD great JaPanese fooD, Dancing anD the chance to sing karaoke.
emmY Winner anD east texan margo martinDale Was on hanD at the JacksonVille inDePenDent school District founDation annual funDraiser at teaberrY farms on aug. 16.
etmc helD their "knoWleDge first" eDucational seminar at the PaVilion in tYler on aug. 14, the main focus of this seminar Was fall PreVention anD inJurY relateD Deaths to the elDerlY.
on aug. 14, the tYler area builDers association DonateD four thousanD Dollars each to the chilDren’s miracle netWork, azleWaY boYs ranch anD chilDren’s Village.
linDale ice house cut the ribbon on their neW frostY location in linDale on JulY 30. the ribbon cutting marks it’s inDuction into the linDale area chamber of commerce.
cole & co. ProuDlY DisPlaY their neW Plaque, sYmbolizing their inDuction into the better business bureau on aug. 13.
nacogDoches neurologY sliceD the crimson taPe on it’s neW facilitY in nacogDoches on JulY 26. the ceremonY sYmbolizes neW business inDuctions into the nacogDoches area chamber of commerce.
aug. 13, crYstal sPrings Was officiallY inDucteD With a Plaque recognizing their accreDitation into the better business bureau.
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 the faces you knoW. music, theater and other cultural events also make the scene.
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Straightline Siding waS officially inducted into the Better BuSineSS Bureau with a plaque preSentation on aug. 13.
people gathered together to Share the excitement and celeBrate the riBBon cutting at Swann’S furniture and deSign’S new location on aug. 23.
panera Bread celeBrated their induction into the chamBer of commerce in longview with a riBBon cutting on aug. 15.
the lindale chamBer of commerce welcomed new memBer, lotuS academy of dance, to their rankS with a riBBon cutting on aug. 15.
the longview parkS and recreation department hoSted the “dog dayS of Summer” dog Swim event at the longview Swim center on aug. 11.
the tyler recruitment office of the u.S. navy kicked off their fall Schedule of School viSitS, joB fairS and other eventS on aug. 10.
aaron watSon Brought the houSe down with a Sold-out Show at the electric cowBoy in tyler on aug. 15.
Bella fleur waS welcomed into the BuSineSS community of longview with a riBBon cutting on aug. 14.
the horSehoe caSino in Shreveport hoSted a private event for Special vip clientS on july 30, at lago del pino in tyler.
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COUNTRY FOR OUR COUNTRY bRiNGS SUPPORT aND UNiTY TO OUR TROOPS.
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oing something once could be an aberration – a change from the normal routine or what’s expected. If the same thing happens again, it could just be coincidence – the time and place just happened to line up, like so many stars. At three times, there’s a definite pattern in place, a statement of intent, if you will. When the fourth time rolls around, there can be no more question to the action. The belief in a purpose is there and it’s crystal clear. As Country For Our Country (C4C) embarks on its fourth annual event at the Villa di Felicita in Tyler, not a shred of doubt can be found as to why everyone is there, again. Then again, there was never any doubt to begin with. When the idea for Country for Our Country caught hold of Mary Pennington (owner of Villa di Felicita and C4C founder) like a wild fire four years ago, no one knew it would catch on and spread like it did. But her enthusiasm and commitment can be matched only by the men and women of East Texas who dedicate themselves to our Armed Forces and to protecting our country. So, certainly it’s no surprise that here we are again, planning the concert, the paratroopers entrance, the live and silent auctions, and every part of C4C
that represents the commitment to the cause of giving back what we can to the troops from our area. Talking to Pennington, it can be a little hard to pinpoint the starting inspiration for doing this. The information from past stories, from
jargon. Yet with Pennington, you’re much more likely to hear her tell stories about people she’s been able to meet; people who volunteer; entertainers who give back; and, most commonly, soldiers who have dedicated their lives to protecting ours. There’s not a mission statement beyond, “When they come back, we give back,” and C4C prefers it that way. There is an idea at the core of C4C, not a prime directive. There’s not a fundraising goal or a total they hope to meet ... because there is no end goal. “I didn’t expect it to go past one year! I cannot tell the the number of people calling or the emails or CDs that I get in the mail from people that want to be a part [of C4C.] I’d like to use as much local talent as I can, because local people support local people. We’re finding all kinds of things that help... because this is a long war,” Pennington said. “This is your next generation. You want them to have the same hope as everybody else ... There are all kinds of things that I’ve learned because I just wanted to say thank you for the sacrifices that [the troops] have put themselves out there for us. I’ve said it a hundred times ... If I were to die tomorrow, the one thing I have left to my family is to know where their
"Who would give you your freedom if it wasn’t for our troops? Who would give you your freedom? Who would fight for you if it wasn’t for our troops? Our troops are very important as far as who we need to keep our country free." - Mary Pennington television interviews or radio spots is all still there. There are military men and women in her family, and she’s seen and spent time with everyone from corporals to generals. Ask anyone about their reasons for involvement in a cause and it’s possible you hear a lot of corporate
freedom came from and that it comes with a price. I feel blessed to know that each one of my grandkids, (if they see a soldier across the street or across the airport), they will ask their mommy and daddy if they can stop and go say ‘thank you.’ That just doesn’t happen every day. You have to be able to be appreciative.” In its fourth year, C4C continues to grow by leaps and bounds, by adding new artists to the concert and more extravagant items to the auctions, to this year’s inclusions of the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (a full-scale Vietnam Memorial Wall) and the recently created Gold Dog Tag Iraq and Afghanistan Memorial. As with any endeavor on the grow, the challenge associated with it grow in tandem. There’s the talent to book, hundreds of volunteers to coordinate, the Friday night dinner and event, all the vendors and of course the media. It would be unfair to say Pennington takes it all in stride, because she really doesn’t – more so, she absorbs it. C4C was born out of an empathy and desire to show support, to help and connect. Pennington and those who give
themselves and their time to organize C4C feel it all: the trials and tribulations, and the love and support. They have to feel it. It’s what makes them effective. “Who would give you your freedom if it wasn’t for our troops?” asked Pennington. “Who would give you your freedom? Who would fight for you if it wasn’t for our troops? Our troops are very important as far as who we need to keep our country free. That’s a big job. I just lay in bed at night thinking ... this year there’s going to be lots of twists, turns and surprises [at C4C], but I think this is going to be the best one we’ve ever had. The paratroopers are coming back, and they’re excited. They didn’t even know what they were coming [to] the first year. Now they’re asking, ‘Can we come back? Can we come back next year?’ Because they saw that it was about them. It was for them … I worked from my first year to last year to get one gentleman who had got a Purple Heart from President Lyndon B. Johnson in the hospital. He just said, ‘No thank you. I don’t talk about it.’ I was just so persistent, and I didn’t go away. Finally, he was at the Villa for a wedding and we talked for a long time. He said, ‘Mary I’ve shared more with you than I’ve ever shared with anyone in my life,’ and I said, ‘Then could you understand that I’m doing this for you? You didn’t get this when you came home. You don’t have to do anything. It’s not about you, it’s for you.’ And last year, he came. He came up to me with tears in his eyes, an older man, and said ‘Thank you' … and 'I want to come back next year and volunteer.’” While the point of the event isn’t necessarily the show itself (or the attractions), it’s still a pretty great way to get people in the door and build awareness for C4C and its intentions. This year’s headliner, Rodney Atkins, is primed to do just that. Coming off another No. 1 single: “Take A Back Road,” from the album
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“The paratroopers are coming back, and they’re excited. They didn’t even know what they were coming [to] the first year. Now they’re asking, ‘Can we come back? Can we come back next year?’ Because they saw that it was about them. It was for them …”
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of the same name, Atkins is riding high on music he loves. “Sonically, it’s pushing the envelope, and they’re songs about life not being perfect. Like ‘Going Through Hell...’ It ain’t always pretty, but it’s real. There are songs about making mistakes, but we’re all in it together and we kind of lift each other up. The single that’s out now, ‘Rock and Roll,’ there are some things that are very different. It’s all part of [finding] what’s going to be relatable and not just what fits into the trend of what else is out there. How do you separate yourself? [How do you] try to consistently do that? It’s a challenge that I love. I love that process when [I’m] making a record.” Atkins also knows a little something about working for our nation’s Armed Forces, as well. He’s been involved with the Applebee’s “Thank You Movement,” “ThanksUSA” and got back from a USO Tour overseas just earlier this year. Atkins said that working with the Armed Forces has been something he’s felt strongly about for a
long time. However, while there are many things he remembers vividly from his trip to Afghanistan, one night stood out to him. “It was 30 degrees at night with the rain blowing sideways,” Atkins recalled... “You’re waking up at 3 o’clock in the morning, and you have to find a latrine... I had to put my boots on, and I went out, and it’s still raining sideways. I saw a kid out there doing chin-ups and working out – in the freezing, sideways rain, outside at 3 a.m. He’d pick up these 150 [pound] to 200 pound sandbags, carry them on his shoulder,
Atkins said that working with the Armed Forces has been something he’s felt strongly about for a long time ...
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C4C was born out of an empathy and desire to show support, to help and connect. Pennington and those who give themselves to put on C4C feel it all: the trials and tribulations, and the love and support.
walk 50 yards, drop it, pick it back up, walk it back, drop it, pick it up, walk it back, drop it ... I forgot it was raining and freezing and everything else watching him do that. I went up and talked to him and said, ‘What are you doing Scotty?’ He said, ‘Hey Mr. Atkins!’ I said, ‘That’s my dad. I’m Rodney.’ And we started talking. I said, ‘What are you doing this for? Are you on the clock right now? I don’t know how this scheduling stuff works!’ He answered, ‘No. I just set my alarm sometimes in the middle of the night like this to get some PT in now.’ I said, ‘Why now? It’s freezing and rainng out here?’ He said, ‘I try to do it at different times because I never know when I’m going to have to carry one of my brothers or sisters back from the gates of hell.’ “I said, ‘God bless you’ he thanked me. People kept thanking me the whole time I was there, and nobody ever complained. It’s raining and freezing and nobody ever complained. I could go on and on about those guys, but God bless them! Keep them in your prayers.” There are thousands of stories just like that. Reminders of something more than a giant donation check, or a thermometer registering the amount of money donated. These are the Rosie the Riveter posters of today ... except they aren’t posters. They are men and women you can look in the eye. You can shake
their hand, and you can teach your children to walk across the street to tell them thank you. “Sometimes I get to the point where I struggle and then Paul [Mary’s husband] says, ‘Go look on your iPad or the computer at your soldiers’,” said Mary. “And it all comes back... There’s a picture of a man with a tear on his face. And I remember Marcus Luttrell saying, ‘We all may be different colors, but we all bleed red.’ They all still have the same hurts and sacrifices. If I had to do it over again, I’d still do it. I never expected C4C to be where it is today. But I’m proud ... not for me, but I’m proud of the community because another fundraiser is another fundraiser. But for the community, for the soldiers – this is for them to know that the community cares. “At the end of the day, if I could see that one soldier that was at the Villa [that] first time I decided to do something for the troops, I would tell him that I kept my promise to him that I would do something for his brother. That’s where I was inspired. That was my promise. I kept it.” And on Oct. 6, at the Villa di Felicita, we can all help Mary keep that promise. wknous@h3-media.com
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About Raw Foods... We all know we should eat fresh vegetables and fruit daily. That’s not a new concept to being healthy, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 1.5 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of vegetables a day for an average woman seeking 1,800 calories a day. The raw food diet simply recommends that these foods should be MOST of what we eat. When you prepare fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds without cooking them, it’s possible to preserve the maximum nutrition these foods offer in most cases. You don’t have to eat 100 percent raw – or even be a vegetarian to get started. Anyone can enjoy better-quality health and energy by eating at least 50 percent raw foods. It’s not even that difficult to get started. There are recipes for everything, from simple cucumber sandwiches. to a more complicated (but delicious) chocolate cake. Plus, there is an ever growing treasure trove of recipes to be found, along with the guidance of trained professionals. Raw foods feed our bodies and our cells with vitamins, minerals and enzymes that cooking sometimes destroys. Some of the many benefits of eating a raw foods diet are: better digestion, more energy, smoother skin, the “Raw Glow, ” mental clarity, getting to and maintaining your ideal weight, stronger immune system and emotional balance. You don’t have to transform your entire life to incorporate raw foods into your diet. However, bringing about this change in how you eat can be simpler than you think and more beneficial than you realize.
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umans have always been intrigued by the combination of science and the supernatural. Nuclear science is the perfect example. It's been the inspiration for superheroes and villains. After all, if it weren't for the atomic bomb, Godzilla wouldn't be one of the most iconic movie monsters in the world. And where would we be without Peter Parker and the fateful bite from a radioactive spider? The Avengers would be short on muscle if Bruce Banner (The Incredible Hulk) didn't get hit with radiation. But in these modern times, science fiction disappears and medicine steps in to save the day. Nuclear medicine is less comic-book, and more commonplace as it assists physicians in numerous ways. Anne Pileggi, Administrative Director for Systems Imaging; and Tim Marant, Lead Nuclear Medicine Technician at Trinity Mother Frances; are very familiar with the development of science and nuclear medicine. “Relatively speaking, in the world of science, radiology as a science is a new science,” says Pileggi. “X-rays were discovered in 1895, but the biggest advances in radiology have come in the last 50 years.” In 1946, Samuel M. Seidlin, Leo D. Marinellie and Eleanor Oshry used radioactive iodine to treat thyroid cancer, which they coined as an “atomic cocktail.” It eradicated the cancer cells and cured the patient. As technology advanced, the possibilities for the use of nuclear technology grew. Nuclear medicine tracers led to dramatic breakthroughs in diagnostic medicine, and the amount of radiation used was the same amount used in an X-ray. In 1962, Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Single Photo Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) started to become popular tools in medicine due to the detailed images they produce. By the 1970s,
Radiology as a whole,” says Pileggi, “we use radiation to image different parts of the body and different functions of the body through different modalities, such as plane X-ray, fluoroscopy, [and] MRI. Now nuclear medicine is part of radiology, but it differs in that rather than the radiation coming from external source (from the equipment), we actually are injecting the patient with a radioactive isotope and the equipment a c t u a l l y picks up that radiation and analyzes that radiation.” “It works on a metabolic level,” Marant continues. “In other words, we’re able to ascertain the functional things that plain X-rays can’t tell.” A balance takes place within the technology of SPECT-CT scans and nuclear medicine to provide a proper and thorough diagnosis. “We're marrying the nuclear medicine function of the metabolic state with the actual form of where that particular process or disease may be happening in the body,” explains Pileggi. “That's the beauty of the SPECT-CT, is being able to see what's going on as far as the function, but actually pin-point it to a specific area within the body by using the CT images that are melded together with the nuclear medicine … physicians will be able to pinpoint [precisely] where to do treatment and surgery. Being able to [directly locate the problem] with the radioactive isotope that's injected, married with the CT images, perhaps they would not have to do such a radical surgical procedure. [Before, a scan would only show the general area and then the direct issue would be found in surgery.] It's more [exact] so it doesn't have to be such an open and
an occult infection that nobody could find.” It's amazing how this science has allowed doctors to pick up on the little things, and that can change a diagnosis completely! “In radiology, the equipment is sending the radiation through the body,” adds Pileggi. “Whereas with nuclear medicine, we're injecting those radioactive materials and the radiation is emanating from the body, just as a Geiger counter
radioactive technology, drugs and advanced cameras allow for an exact diagnosis; which may help to save your life. would pick up radioactivity. Those cameras that we use are doing that and processing it now with very sophisticated computers.” Technology continues to have a large impact on how medical science advances. “The biggest is the advent of the computer,” Marant and Pileggi agree. The equipment used for radiology is sophisticated – it’s able to acquire the images through the modalities used, acquires the data and processes that data. The picture quality alone is crystal clear. The cameras used are able to make out a perfect skeleton with details on every bone, not to the point of an MRI, but still able to clearly see joints without “background noise.” “We used to call nuclear medicine the 'black dot' imaging; 'unclear medicine,'” Pileggi recalls. “You might see a hot spot, but to really know (specifically) where that was, it took the computer to take that raw data to be able to process it to really make a difference in diagnosing.” Now, the technology produces 3-D images that allow technicians to look at the specific area from different angles and slices, as well as rotating images
“In other words, we’re able to ascertaIn the functIonal thIngs that plaIn X-rays can’t tell.” most organs could be visualized with nuclear medicine procedures, and the American Medical Association officially recognized nuclear medicine as a medical specialty in 1971. From there, the field continues to progress with mind-blowing technological advances. Nuclear medicine's history is paired with radiology, but it's only one part. “In B SCENEMAG. Co M
destructive surgical procedure.” Nuclear medicine helps to clearly locate a medical issue in an organ or the whole skeleton. “It's really good for infection imaging,” Marant elaborated, “because we can make your white blood cells radioactive with the process we have. And of course white blood cells go to infection. You could have
and other post-processing tools. In order to diagnose an issue, a patient must receive a radioactive compound, called a radiopharmaceutical. A radiopharmaceutical is a drug injected through an IV, or taken as a pill, that is designed to go to a specific part of the body based on the compound used. “What happens with the radioactive S E P T E M B E R 2 0 12
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compound as it's taken up into your body,” explains Pileggi, “if there's an area where there's increased activity of radioactiveness it'll be like a spot, it will be what we call a 'hot spot.' And with the CT we can see what level it's at, what plane it's at and where exactly it is. [A physician will] specifically tailor each injection to that specific patient based on their body size and weight. We want to achieve the best imaging with the lowest amount of radiation into the patient. We can control that with the sophistication of the cameras that we have because they can detect the radioactivity without having to 'blast' somebody with a large dose. We do what we do with the least amount of radiation necessary for the patient.” You’ll gain more radiation from the sun or on [an airplane] flight than from nuclear medicine. And none are enough to make you 'glow' or acquire super powers. The process is safe, simple and, with the help of stateof-the-art technology, fast. “A bone scan [used to] take an hour or an hour and a half to do,” Marant recalls. “Now it’s 15 minutes. The difference between them is like a black-
Nuclear mediciNe helps to clearly locate a medical issue iN aN orgaN or the whole skeletoN. and-white cartoon with the new "Spiderman." The longest part of the process is waiting for the medicine to take full effect. For bone scans, it takes around 2 hours to 3 hours; but an injection for a heart scan is ready instantly. A shot of radioactive medicine will not turn you into "The Incredible Hulk." However, radioactive technology, drugs and advanced cameras allow for an exact diagnosis; which may help to save your life. And saving lives is definitely worthy of superheroes. by Margaret Puklicz
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There are many trends that come and go in the field of plastic surgery. Fat injections have been around for many years but there have been new applications and better processing techniques that make the procedure more popular. Fat is usually harvested from the lower abdomen or hips and then processed to remove all the fluid and blood cells. The fat cells, once isolated, are transferred into the desired site in very small strings throughout the tissue. Each fat cell has to pick up blood supply from the surrounding tissues to survive. Because of this, not all of the volume that is placed at the recipient site is maintained. It usually takes more than one session to achieve the desired result. Fat injections are popular now for filling hollow areas on the face, rejuvenating the backs of the hands and filling in depressed areas from prior surgery, for example after a mastectomy. One controversial application has been breast augmentation without the use of implants. There are two issues with this idea. First, it is very difficult to achieve large volumes in the breast with fat injections alone, so most patients are disappointed with the results they achieve. On average, only about a half cup size increase is possible with one session. The sessions are costly and usually more expensive than implants. The second issue has to do with breast cancer surveillance. The fat cells that do not survive can calcify and appear as calcifications on the mammogram, which can be confusing and lead to biopsies in the breast. There are many useful applications for this technique, but it is important to discuss your individual case with your surgeon.
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Arthritis Relief… From Your Stomach Arthritis pain is a complaint I deal with in my office every day. Patients are always caught off guard when I tell them that one easy way to reduce pain is to change the way they eat. 68 percent of people over the age of 55 have X-ray evidence of arthritis, and by 2020 60 percent of people in U.s. will be affected by arthritis, increasing chronic disability costs by more than 25 percent. With such a widespread problem, it’s imperative to let people know how their food can affect arthritis pain. seventy percent of the immune system is located in the intestines, arthritis is an inflammatory condition influenced by the immune system. Therefore, problems in the intestines can cause problems in the joints. Probiotics are bacteria present in food that are actually needed for a normal intestinal environment. In research, probiotics have shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect, reduce pain, reduce inflammation, and help prevent cartilage degeneration in treating arthritis. sources of probiotics are yogurt, kefir, miso, and sauerkraut. A study out of the University of Manchester Medical school studied 25,000 people with arthritis and found that pain was correlated to low antioxidant status. Antioxidants are molecules in foods that help protect cells. Foods high in antioxidants are oranges, berries, kiwis, cherries, pineapples, ginger root, and curcumin. Last but not least, it is important to avoid a lot of sugar and saturated fats in the diet. These two products actually can cause more inflammation than normal resulting in increased arthritis pain. not to mention they lead to weight gain which can make arthritis progress even faster. The bottom line is you are what you eat and your food affects how you feel and how you live. Making some small changes in your diet can have a profound effect on your arthritis pain.
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very music artist has a backstory where they pull their inspiration from. It ranges from break ups and new love, to parties and rehab. Christian artists are no different, though the inspiration tends to lean toward experiences of divine incidents. The journey to finding faith and coming out of a bad place can be a struggle. Usually falling off of the path will renew someone’s trust in faith. Pop and country artists The Magills, Matthew and Megan (husband and wife Christian artist duo), went through a lot of hardships before they were able to sing about the graces they’ve received. They’ve grown as individuals and as a couple, and are blessed beyond belief. Matt and Megan try to show their love of God through music, something that everyone can relate to, and express how human they are. Megan grew up in Tyler and graduated from Robert E. Lee high school. She moved to Oklahoma for college and met Matt through musical theatre where he was the lead in The Who’s “Tommy”(rock opera), in 1998. Matt was a big fish in the small pond of western Oklahoma; he went to school for an opera degree while still singing rock and roll. Their love started as a summer fling, neither of them expected it to last, but they saw the good, bad and even the ugly in each other and stayed together. After finishing school, they performed on a cruise ship together. In 2001, they moved to New York City to be closer to the action and away from the Bible Belt. “We lived (eight years) in the city,” Matt explained. “The first two years were pretty tumultuous, learning how to be married, learning how to survive in New York City. Living in New York City, we found that there was a contingent of people who were swimming against the tide of the culture. It was not to your advantage to call yourself a Christian. You didn’t go to church to network. It was us clinging to a 'body.' We were artists, we were poor... Not poor, we struggled. We weren’t victims. We decided to move there. Megan and I were, in particular, struggling with our marriage. Struggling to love one another well and struggling to find an identity. You have people in New York that are coming from all over and the best of the best go to New York. I’m not including us in that, I’m saying we were full of ambition, definitely hubris. We thought we were going to go there and conquer the city. And really, we were sort of broken by the city for a while. And in our brokenness we finally [were] in ministry. … And through that sort of cauldron, I really came to my knees. You come to Christ on your knees and that’s the only way you come [to him]. So that’s where we were in the city. And then the following six years, I’m not going to tell you they were bliss, but they were pretty awesome because God gave us a community, a hope. It freed me from drugs and I started to write more than ever. Not everything I wrote was good, but every time you write a bad song, you’re one step closer to the good one.” Their music combines different styles into something totally new. With a love of Country, Americana, Bluegrass, Rock and Roll
and Gospel music, their music is definitely a southern voice with a twist. As far as lyrics, they stick to their experiences, pitfalls and the redeeming grace of God, no matter the venue. “The same kind of music we play in bars, we play in churches,” said Matt. Playing the music in both places has changed their lives. “It really turned into a very cohesive life,” Megan elaborates, “where before we thought you had to compartmentalize everything. Like this is what I do here, this is who I’m going to be here. For the first time we were like, ‘Whoa! We can have a beer with our minister!’ It changed our lives.” The Magills have three albums out, each ringing their unique style and echoing their lives. “The first disc was ‘Song x Song,’” Megan explains, “and it just says ‘Matt Magill, Song x Song,’ because at that time I was still doing musical theatre.” “‘Song x Song’ was the first record we recorded [in] Greenwich Village,” Matt explains. “I called it [that] just because I felt like these songs were sort of coming to me naturally. They were kind of being given to me. I was actually growing as I was submitting to God all of what I thought. I thought I was going to be a rock star for my own [purposes]. But as I was submitting, he was giving me these songs. Actually, I was learning more about, you know – just in doing it, I was growing in God.” “The second disc is ‘The Sting and the Honey,’” Megan continues, “and that’s when he brought me alongside of him. I had to really make a decision: am I gonna continue to support him, kind of, while I’m doing my own thing, or am I really gonna jump on board and be with him, when we travel, wherever we go. And that meant hanging up the tap shoes and kind of stepping away from my real love, which is musical theatre – which is really the reason we moved to New York. And it was hard. I mean I don’t wanna go on about it, but it was a very difficult decision to say ‘yes’ and I wanna be alongside my husband. You have to know that there were times when our marriage was dissolving and I
Through their musical lives, Matt and Megan show people who they are and that they are consistent in everything they do. They’re truly a testimony to true strength – and their music reflects that message of hope and redemption clearly that’s bound to remain in your heart.
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the heck you’re going to say, and then you’ve said it and it may be on YouTube. Now add a husband and wife team, talking together onstage in front of people. It can get a little bit upfront. [We talk] a lot of times about our marriage. We’re just pretty candid.” Matt and Megan moved back to Tyler to start their new life and be closer to Megan’s family. “We want to raise a family,” said Megan. “We didn’t want to raise them in the city. Matt thinks [Tyler] is the greatest place. He’s not from here and he’s really given me this fresh look on Tyler because he doesn’t have any of the preconceived [thoughts] from having been raised here. He sees all the potential here.” “We could go a lot of places,” Matt interjects, “but one of the main interests other than, obviously, my marriage and my family, is the Gospel growth in Tyler. And that doesn’t just look like souls saved, it also looks like a more beautiful Tyler. And I don’t just mean a more beautiful Tyler, a more beautiful culture. I think artists are charged to whom much is given, much is required. And that shouldn’t come off like a heavy burden; it’s a joy to make beauty. We have a circle of people around us that are helping. Art is not just created, art’s allowed, and we have people around us who are encouraging and supportive, that we might be redemptive artists, cultivating culture in this area.” “We could go to Austin, or anywhere, any other big kind of city and find our niche and find a lot of like-minded people and find a group there,” Megan adds. “But we really feel like if people that have the kind of mindset that we have, if they don’t come to Tyler and stay in Tyler, it’s never gonna change. We feel a call to this area.” “We really like Tyler,” says
“...one of the main interests other than, obviously, my marriage and my family, is the Gospel growth in Tyler. And that doesn’t just look like souls saved, it also looks like a more beautiful Tyler.” was just praying that he would just go through the motions and just sit beside me in church, because I didn’t wanna go by myself. And now here he is, like, this minister of the Gospel, and so I almost felt like I have to be a part of this. I mean, this is superseding my wildest dreams, I can’t keep following my own thing when God is so greatly moving in my husband’s life. So I retired, in a sense, from musical theatre, and started singing [alongside] him.” “‘The Sting and the Honey’ was recorded half in an apartment in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and the other half we actually did at Robin Hood Bryan’s studio here in Tyler” Matt describes. “It was cool. [It] was like the sting of conviction leads to the sweetness or ‘the honey’, you know, the land of milk and honey of God’s grace. So, sort of ‘You can’t have one without the other.’ I don’t know that I was necessarily personifying us, though, sometimes people think of it that way. I was really thinking more, the path of the job is to afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted. So after he afflicts the comfortable, they become afflicted and they need comfort. So that was that. In 2008, we recorded ‘The Kings Country Sound,’ which was our third record.” “Brooklyn is in 'Kings Country,"' Megan interjects. “So we called it the ‘Kings Country Sound,’” returns Matt. “I’m really proud. I think we stretched out a little bit; the songwriting continues to sort of evolve.” Working with your significant other includes challenges of its own. Megan and Matt have struggled through the years with trying to make it big in their own fields and with the other hurdles marriage brings. “It’s hard working with your wife,” says Matt. “It’s hard working with your husband. And I think we live in that tension. We live in [it] when we’re on stage and off. But we try to be by God’s spirit. We try to be a faithful exhibition, a faithful witness to covenant.” “And we’re trying to show each other a little bit more grace,” adds Megan. “That’s why you don’t hear artists talk a lot onstage. They’re not going to stand up there and talk from their heart ‘cause it’s super vulnerable and you don’t know what
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Matt. “We want to stay here and we’re real excited about investing in this area.” Since moving to Tyler, the Magills have played venues in East Texas including: Lago del Pino, Moore’s Store, the Forge and KE Cellars. They perform concert ministries, in churches, bars and retreats. They’ve stuck to this region, but venture out to Memphis, Florida and back to New York. But with two kids, they try to stay local and put family first. Megan’s family is very involved in their lives – and they’re musically talented too. Matt put together a band with his in-laws called ‘Magills with the Outlaws and In-Laws.’” “It’s mostly because I can’t find a lot of young kids that know how to play oldschool music,” Matt admits. Along with music, Megan and Matt have also started a non-profit ministry called B3 Ministries (Blessed Beyond Belief ). “It’s at the intersection of faith, art and family,” explains Matt, “we work with couples.” “We work with all sorts of couples,” Megan adds, “couples in crisis that have been to the counselors, have done marriage getaways...” “They want to know hope,” Matt continues. “We feel like we’ve learned it, we’ve been beat-up enough by our own sin and the sort of consequences of our sin that we’ve recognized who the comforter is and who the counselor is. So, we’ve tried to teach that, and be that, for people.” In addition to retreats and non-profit ministry, Matt teaches guitar lessons and Megan occasionally choreographs for schools in the area. The Magills keep themselves busy, but they keep God at their roots everyday. The Magills strive to be an inspiration for people, to show that they’re broken and imperfect. Through their musical lives, Matt and Megan show people who they are and that they are consistent in everything they do. They’re truly a testimony to true strength – and their music reflects that message of hope and redemption. Clearly, that messagae is bound to remain in your heart. by Margaret Puklicz b s ce n eM eMA AG.coM G.co M
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FILM INCENTIVES TEXAS MAY MAKE HOLLYWOOD EAT THEIR HEART OUT ... Since its humble beginnings during the industrial revolution, the film industry has become one of the most iconic and lucrative businesses in the United States. In the last century, California has emerged as what many believe to be the unmitigated Mecca for movie makers vying for the big screen. Recently, other states such as Georgia; Louisiana; and yes, even dear old Texas, have begun promoting attempts to attract film production dollars by offering local film incentives. For this reason, the development of a booming film industry in the Lone Star State is taking root in East Texas communities through rapidly growing incentive programs, as well as the recent establishment of the Tyler Film Festival.
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hat exactly is the incentive program? The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program is a state-supported program that provides tax breaks and funding to to help produce films and promote the film industry in the State of Texas. To be considered eligible, a project must also have a cast and crew that is 70 percent composed of Texas residents, and have 60 percent of the shooting days being completed on Texas soil. The minimum spending amount permitted for filmmakers begins at the $250,000 mark, with no maximum limit. Allowable expenditures include everything from wages to goods and services, in-state transport and even legal fees, but only if they are paid to Texas-based companies and businesses. In addition, the program offers more incentives to projects that film at least a quarter of their days in
underutilized areas of Texas. Lobbying for further support of this program is the Texas Motion Picture Alliance. Founded in Austin in 2006, the TXMPA has become the legislative advocate for film, video and digital media production industries in the State of Texas. However, despite the rising interest for professional filmmaking in Texas, there is still a great deficit in regard to the amount of local support needed to make this industry really flourish. Currently, the Texas incentives program is inadequate to finance many of the projects prospective filmmakers are trying to shoot, which forces them to seek locations for their movies elsewhere. Still, the current incentives on their own, are not enough to transform East Texas into the next Hollywood. Jena Waldron, a native of Longview, Texas; is one industry insider who says that Texans need to up the
the ante in order to draw in more filmmakers. As producer of the upcoming Sci-Fi Channel thriller “The Underneath,” shot in Mineola Texas, Waldron understands the detrimental impact of lacking in-state support: “Right now we’re losing a lot of business in the State of Texas because the incentive program is really and truly hurting us here, that’s why a lot of filmmakers are going over to Louisiana. We really, really need Texas to kind of step up because we all want to shoot here.” Derek Wayne Johnson is another industry professional who is intimately involved in the filmmaking process. Another
goal of downtown restoration in Tyler since the 1980s. “By accomplishing our mission,” explained Abell, “we retain and grow existing businesses, develop new businesses, create new jobs, develop new uses for older buildings, re-use historic sites, promote historic preservation and hold events to show people just what downtown has to offer.” Abell will also be a member of the film festival jury in charge of determining an overall winner in the categories of comedy, drama, sci-fi/horror and action adventure. Abraham explained that the success of the Tyler Film Festival is all keyed on public
In an effort to boost local awareness of the arts (and filmmaking), the City of Tyler’s Main Street Program and the Downtown Tyler Arts Coalition will be hosting the Show Us Your Shorts 2012 Film Festival at the Liberty Concert Hall Oct. 24 through Oct. 27. native Texan and director of many short films and feature movies, Johnson has shot many of his projects in Texas but due to the lack of incentives, has worked primarily in Louisiana. “They’re losing us because producers won’t invest,” stated Johnson. “Smaller filmmakers have to go to Louisiana or Los Angeles because we can’t get everything we need. In my opinion, people in this area need to start investing in filmmaking; they’ll really start to see that they can make a lot of money off of this industry.” Although many like Waldron and Johnson are working hard to cultivate the movie making business, it is ultimately up to the community to lend support for the film industry in Texas. In an effort to boost local awareness of the arts (and filmmaking), the City of Tyler’s Main Street Program and the Downtown Tyler Arts Coalition will be hosting the "Show Us Your Shorts" 2012 Film Festival at the Liberty Concert Hall Oct. 24 through Oct. 27. As chairman of the festival, Chris Abraham said that this event goes hand-in-hand with the City Council’s decision to stimulate Tyler’s economy by renovating the downtown area. “The urban renewal plans are bringing the arts into the downtown district to revitalize everything and part of the arts that they want to bring in is film,” said Abraham. “So, we’re not going to be Cannes Film Festival, but it would be pretty groovy if we could be the niche city for short filmmakers.” Beverly Abell is the current Department Leader for the Main Street Department as well as Administer for the Heart of Tyler, a nonprofit organization which has maintained the
support, and that nurturing its growth could greatly empower the development of new filmmakers, “The quickest way to get into the film business around here is to really develop a community of ‘hey let’s go to Tyler, they’ll make your movie there,’ I mean why not?” Apart from his participation in the festival, Abraham is also working to start a small film school where filmmakers and actors alike
can learn the basic ins and outs of the movie industry, right here in East Texas. And what is the professional opinion of this upcoming cinematic event? Waldron said she's all for the Tyler Film Festival, “I just think it’s a great idea, and people need to support these independent filmmakers that are coming out and shooting their movies and wanting to make films.” Just visiting Mineola for the day before returning to his own studio in Shreveport, Johnson recognized the latent movie-making potential right here in our own backyard. “There’s hidden gems all in East Texas that people need to embrace,” remarked Johnson. “I’m just blown away by what these guys are doing in Mineola. It’s like walking into a big studio in a major city and it’s right here in East Texas.” There are a lot of wonderful, prospective opportunities coming to our great state. Supporting the "Show Us Your Shorts" 2012 Film Festival" in October is just the first step toward establishing a long standing foundation for the movie business here in East Texas. With more and more people trying to produce films in the State of Texas, it is inevitable that it will begin to increase both jobs and revenue distributed throughout the area. So, whether it’s the unknown filmmaker trying to go public, or the investor who wants to help stimulate local economy, it is clear that the future of the East Texas film industry rests solely in the hands of native East Texans. Hollywood, eat your heart out. by Patrick Rippy
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veryone knows that if you eat at the East Texas State Fair, calories don’t count. Right? It’s a good thing too, but in all seriousness, the selection of fun and frivolous fair food abound this year. Cravings for roasted, juicy turkey legs; succulent sausage on a stick; towers of nachos and spiraling cones of rich ice cream are about to be fulfilled. When the 97th East Texas State Fair swings open the gates on Sept. 21, longtime favorite food vendors like Trinity Lutheran Church will be peddling their famous pies alongside newcomer Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop, and a Louisiana vendor serving up heaping bowls of Cajun gumbo and massive seafood po-boys. “We’re really excited this year to have our favorite vendors returning and new and different companies coming in,” said Heather Pickett, East Texas State Fair Director of Presentation and Development. To the delight of many adult fair patrons, beer is back. The brewed beverage isn’t always on the menu at the fair but will be this year, Pickett explained. According to a survey taken at last year’s fair, funnel cakes top the list as the most popular fair food. As a matter of fact, 80 percent of respondents chose the food as their favorite part of the fair. Marlene Sparks and her co-workers at the East Texas Medical Center look forward to September every year, for the sole reason of escaping to the fair grounds every day during the fair’s 10-day run to have lunch. “We go almost every day,” she said, laughing. “That way, we’re sure to be able to get one of everything.” Marlene always kicks off fair season with a roasted turkey leg, but also loves a juicy hamburger and loaded potato spirals. “Food just tastes better at the fair,” she explained. “I only eat turkey legs once a year but boy, by the time September comes around I’m craving it... And it’s helpful that I wear scrubs to work. They expand!” After the funnel cakes, fairgoers chose turkey legs and corn dogs as their favorite fair foods. And for corn-dog lovers, there’s also a new vendor that will be frying up some "dogs" this year. “The McKinneys have a proprietary all-beef hot dog they batter and fry,” she explained. Another fun, new vendor is Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop. “This is so cool,” Pickett said. Franchise owner Kelly Carmichael agreed, “Of course it’s cool; it’s new and different.” When you belly up to Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop chuckwagon, you can buy a stainless steel “barrel” for your beverages. Then you choose between flavors such as the ever-popular root beer, vanilla soda, cream soda, orange soda, sasparilla and birch beer. Refills are free all day long or you can purchase a fair pass for free refills for the duration of the event. B SCENEMAG. CO M
“This screams Texas,” Carmichael said. “The stainless steel mug is a cool product and it really helps families save money because you can get free refills all day long.” One of the best parts is that you can serve yourself. “When people figure out how it works they get really excited,” Carmichael said. “They know they’re getting a lot of value for their money.” Wild Bill’s Olde Fashioned Soda Pop is new to Texas – only appearing on the festival scene last year – and this will be their first time at the East Texas State Fair. “We’re excited,” Carmichael said. “I think this concept will go over well.” P i c k e t t anticipates the new gumbo and seafood po-boy vendor will also be a huge hit. “According to our survey last year, people wanted more seafood,” she said. Old favorites, like the Trinity Lutheran “pie ladies” will be back, too. “It’s no small feat to become a ‘pie lady,’” said Trinity Lutheran Church pastor, Art Hill. “The lesser-experienced ladies can prick the pie crust or flute the edges.” The ‘pie ladies’ and ‘pie gentlemen’ (yes, [men] can stir and wash dishes, Hill said) crank out 100 pies per day for the duration of the fair. They make chocolate, pecan, buttermilk and coconut cream pies entirely from scratch. “They sell these with such joy,” Hill said. “I love that entire offices will come out to the fair and get a cheeseburger and a slice of pie.” The pie booth actually began as a pie ministry – two German sisters, members of the church, started serving fried pies for breakfast to carnival workers. Now, one of their daughters and a group of church members has taken over the ministry. Proceeds from the sales of the pies pay for out-of-budget resources for the church, “projects we couldn’t do otherwise,” Hill explained. “It’s a pretty impressive endeavor for our medium-sized church.” Don’t forget the vendor who has been there the longest – Rodney Kamel, who serves up traditional fair favorites. This year there will be treats such as Caesar salad nachos; whole, roasted chickens; Frito pies; homemade chicken and dumplings; fried green beans; fried pickles; fried asparagus; fried-green tomatoes; fried Snickers candy bars; fried cheesecake; fried Kool-Aid and fried Dr. Pepper. And among other fried delicacies include fried peanut-butter and jelly and fried peach cobbler. But fair food isn’t just for lunch or sweet snacking: there’s breakfast, too. “Oh, breakfast at the fair is delicious,” Pickett said. Choose from breakfast tacos, scrambled egg plates, chicken-fried steak and eggs, and any kind of breakfast sandwich you can imagine! With 41 food booths serving up everything from meatball sliders and tamale slammers to smoked meatloaf and Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, you’re sure to find something delicious at the fair. Caloriefree, of course. by Amy Brocato Pearson S E P T E M B E R 2 0 12
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ViLLage bakerY Since 1948 In 1980, we served the first Italian Cream cake to be made for a wedding in Tyler. It has become our “Signature Cake.” The recipe for our famous Chocolate/Chocolate cake has been in our family for four generations and is also used in the Dobash cake, another first for Tyler. It’s a copy of the Doberge cake made in New Orleans, but with a Texas Twist! Other flavors include strawberry, lemon, black-and-white, carrot and red velvet! Pastries, Pies, Cookies! Everything Sweet! 111 East 8th Street • Tyler 903.592.1011 • villagebakerytyler.com
Wing stop Wingstop is proud to introduce our new Gliders. It’s a big sandwich with big taste! Each Glider Sandwich is made with 100 percent all white breast meat that is sauced and tossed in your choice of 9 flavors and served on a fresh baked yeast roll. 9 Special Wing Sauces Original Hot, Cajun, Mild, Atomic, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, Hickory Smoked BBQ, Teriyaki, Louisiana Rub and Hawaiian. Hours of Operation: Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. – Midnight Phone ahead or order online at wingstop.com Proudly Serving Tyler and Longview Wingstop. The Wing Experts.
Yamato japanese steakhouse & sushi bar From the finest hand-rolled sushi to the most delectable and entertaining hibachi, Yamato has something to offer everyone. With a full bar, constantly changing specials, and some of the freshest exotic seafood in East Texas, Yamato will surprise and delight you with every visit! Ladies Night every Wednesday with a Live DJ and half-off of all ladies' drinks. Drink specials and a Live DJ every Friday Saturday Evenings, Karaoke! Come enjoy our newly extended patio with the recently added fire-water display. 2210 WSW Loop 323 • Tyler 903.534.1888 • www.yamatotexas.com Find us on Facebook!
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he hours leading up to this special party were especially distressing to "the Man.” It was a day gone all wrong from the beginning. First, I’d lost control of my calendar and was running late. Second, just before departing for the luncheon, my car keys were nowhere to be found and Linda had to bring me her set. At last, upon reaching the café, I locked Linda’s keys in my car and I was not in it! Now, I’m late, frustrated and angry at my own stupidity, but must walk into the party, where my guests had been waiting, and be “a happy birthday sunshine boy!” Guess what? I was exactly that! Of course, I practiced positive self-talk and prayed for a happy spirit all the way to the private room where everyone was already seated. I announced, as I entered, grinning ear to ear, the blessed experience I’d just suffered and everyone laughed with me. Happy Day! Of course, it helped that all the fun folks in the room, including my wife, are actively involved with Saint Paul Children’s Foundation Ministry. Oh well, God takes care of preachers and idiots – and I was both that day. We’ve planned to do a luncheon party with Chez Bazan for some time but wanted the group to be as special as the Bazan family and their out-of-this-world French Bakery and café. So what to do, what to do? Turns out, our attentive host was Anna Bazan, baby daughter to Gracie and the late Richard Bazan. She is director of marketing and communication for their business, has first-hand experience with the Children’s Foundation Ministry in the Hispanic neighborhood as a Wonderful Wednesday teacher. Well, let’s start at the beginning; the Children’s Foundation is next door to St. Paul United Methodist Church, in a neighborhood that some 20 years ago was held captive by gangs, drugs, and criminal activity. At that time, a committed group of church women saw the need to reach out to the children in the community and started “Wonderful Wednesdays,” an afternoon children’s program providing bible stories, snacks, activities, crafts, and fellowship. Currently, more than 100 children that enjoy this program every week. By teaching and loving the children, these special ladies learned of even greater needs of JOIN DR. AUBREY D. SHARPE food and clothing for the families in the neighborhood. HE TASTES AND ENJOYS THE Long story short, though Wonderful Wednesday is still in OF FRENCH COOKING WITH full force, St. Paul Children’s Foundation was created (1996) as a FRIENDS AT CHEZ BAZAN. separate nonprofit 501c3 with its own governing board to take on the Food Pantry and Clothes Closet Ministry and oversee the miraculous transformation of this good neighborhood. Over 36,000 folks received assistance in 2011. Executive director Sharlyn Cannady says, “It’s not a handout, but a hand-up to
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LET ME TELL YOU, THE HOUSE OF BAZAN (CHEZ BAZAN) ROLLED OUT THE RED CARPET FOR US. IT WAS ALL THEIR TREAT… AND SUCH A TREAT FOR ALL OF US. THE HOUSE OF BAZAN BECAME OUR HOUSE, AS ANNA PUT IT. families.” In addition, the Foundation also owns and operates a medical and dental clinic which assists over 11,000 children a year. So, ya see, it seemed perfect for us to party down for lunch with a group of Children’s Foundation staff, volunteers and physicians. Let me tell you, the house of Bazan (Chez Bazan) rolled out the red carpet for us. It was all their treat… and such a treat for all of us. The house of Bazan became our house, as Anna put it. We were seated in the private Chatham Clock Room, off the main dining room. It is a perfect setting for private parties, board meetings, showers, or corporate training events. Anna stuck with us like glue and kept the outstanding food a-comin’! All the ingredients are fresh, meats are fat free, breads are baked fresh daily, and presentations are meticulously constructed without a flaw. It was a perfect luncheon, with precious people, and hosted by a prince of a family, the Bazans. Many thanks to Claudia; Ralph; Anna; and mother, Gracie; who all have admiringly made Richard Bazan’s dream come true. This special family provides the best of the best in baking, catering, weddings, and café cuisine. And don’t forget the full-service coffee bar is definitely an alternative to Starbucks. All drinks are $1 off in their Happy Hour: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday and boasts a menu of homemade soups, salad, sandwiches, and daily chef’s specials. It’s the perfect place for a business lunch! After being treated like royalty, it was time for all of us to return to work. But before leaving, Anna insisted we sample one of the delectable desserts prepared, as all the food is, in Ralph Bazan’s kitchen. As for "The Man,” a call to 'OnStar' was in order to get my car unlocked. Oh Happy Day!
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S T Y L E FOR HIM / FOR HER STYLE FILE /// 64 FALL IN LINE /// 70 STEP IT UP /// 74 Chronospace Breitling watch, John Hardy cufflinks at Susan Robinson
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Jade Melody Tam dress at Morgan Abbigail, Pelle Moda “Opaline” platform heels at Bridgette's Shoe Collection; Jewelry: clover gold necklace, gold cable bracelets, Geneva two-tone swiss watch all at Katies; Inside/ outside rhinestone hoops at Cole & Co.
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Ingram shirt, Dion knit tie, J Brand “Kane” jeans, W. Kleinberg belt, Michael Toschi “micro” shoes all at Harley’s; Wenger Commander watch at Cole & Co.
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Thomas Dean shirt at Morgan Abbigail; Gran Sasso wool pullover, Dion tie, Hartford trousers, Hush Puppies “Prowler” loafers all at Harley’s; Wenger Alpine Watch at Cole & Co.
HER
Louben silk sweater, “the skinny” Joe’s Jeans, Hammitt swing pack all at Bridgette’s; Kelsi Dagger “Carosel” fringe boots at Bridgette’s Shoe Collection; Jewelry: Lionette “Madonna” pendant necklace, Bridgette’s exclusive collection Carnelia earrings, Michael Kors two-tone watch all at Bridgette’s; Ippolita dome ring at Susan Robinson Jewelry.
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Velvetmen shirt, Luigi Bianchi Mantova hybrid Sportscoat, Edward Armah bowtie, Hartford trousers, Edward Armah pocket square, Gordon Rush Loafers all at Harley’s; Wenger
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Joie alpaca sweater, Trina Turk pencil skirt all at Spinout; Apriori collar shirt at Mary V’s by Shelby; Sam Edelman “Marina” heels at Bridgette’s Shoe Collection; Jewelry: Ippolita gold earrings, Ippotlita bangle bracelets, Ippolita dome ring all at Susan Robinson Jewelry.
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with a hybrid sportcoat, like this one by Luigi Bianchi Mantova ($995) from Harley’s. The built-in vest adds warmth and can be removed to wear the jacket as a sportcoat. Add a paisley pocket square by Robert Talbot ($50) at Harley’s.
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with a sporty Chronospace Breitling watch and John Hardy classic chain cufflinks at Susan Robinson Jewelry (price upon request).
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with a textured belt by Bill Lavin ($90) at Morgan Abbigail that accentuates the plaid in the coat.
Loosen up with a brown knit tie by Dion ($115) at Harley’s. Try it with a full windsor knot or tie a scarf as a tie and wear loosened at the neck for a casual touch. We paired with a blue pinstripe shirt by Thomas Dean ($110) from Morgan Abbigail. Go Classic with a great fitting jean. We put Cory in the “Brett” by 7 For All Mankind ($198) paired it with Thomas Dean’s wool “chukka” oxford boots ($295) both at Harley’s. MODEL : CORY CRUZ
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TWINKLE TOES STILETO BY IVANKA TRUMP, AT BRIDGETTE’S SHOE COLLECTION, $142
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“DEMETRA” BOOTIE BY VIA SPIGA AT BRIDGETTE’S SHOE COLLECTION, $298
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MEET THE ARTIST RECEPTION Downtown hosted a fabulous Meet The Artist event for Katherine Zymbroy on Aug. 18, at Salon Verve. Guests enjoyed food, fun and live music. Ten percent of the evening’s art sales went to the American Cancer Society. All those in attendance had a great evening.
Blake Hall, Barbara Musgraves
Paul Carroll, Megan Kennedy
Jimmy Arber, Katherine Zymbroy
Kim & John Hodges
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Steve Hillman, Liz Hill, Ana Bonner, Carl Elliott
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SEVENTH ANNUAL DANCING WITH THE TYLER STARS
SEPTEMBER 22, AT THE VILLA DI FELICITA Start time 6:00 p.m. for SPONSORS, 7:00 p.m. for non-sponsors
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Saturday, September 29, 2012 Benefiting the Discovery Science Place Foundation Featuring: • Musical guests “The Magills” • Food • Dancing (belly & the regular kind) • The wonder of Egypt all around a transformed Willow Brook Country Club
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TABA GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS APPRECIATION MEETING On August 23, Tyler Area Builders Assocation held their quarterly meeting, at Willow Brook Country Club, in appreciation of the government officials. People gathered to enjoy delicious food as lead spokesman, Matt Schaefer, announced their appreciation of the men and woman involved to help the continuous work of the assocation.
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Aug. 11, Heart of Tyler held its Annual Black Tie Bingo at a temporary speakeasy for flappers and gangsters dubbed HOT Spot 226. Guests enjoyed high stakes bingo, music, hors d’oeuvres and much more, all set in a roaring '20s environment. All proceeds go to support Heart of Tyler, a non-profit organization dedicated to downtown revitalization.
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Elizabeth Clark, Dr. Sherif Iskander
Beverly Abell, Mike Butler
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On July 27, Zaza Modern Italian Cuisine marked the arrival of a wonderful new restaurant to East Texas with a grand opening celebration. Guests came for the ribbon cutting and stayed for the world-class Italian food.
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MOTORCYCLE For decades the image of leather clad, tattooed, spiked helmet wearing caricatures has pervaded the notion that all bikers are either suicidal speed freaks or lawless kings of the road. Despite their demonization, however, the type of person who claims to
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age 50 and older has increased from 8 percent to a whopping 25 percent of total motorcycle owners since 2003. With the average annual income for owners being projected at around $77,714 ($12,000 higher than the national average), it can be seen how people from rather successful walks of life have taken up recreational biking. “A person’s perception of motorcycling can be a funny thing” says Earl Coppinger, the President of Motorsports Training Center which offers courses in motorcycle safety. In addition to being the president, Coppinger is also a certified instructor, teaching motorcycle safety classes for students 18 and older. “Most people seem to draw their opinions about motorcycling based on their most recent encounter with a motorcyclist, or the most recent horror story they have heard. The overall perception about riding a motorcycle has improved in the last 20 years, but the typical motorcycling stereotypes still exist for most people.” Peter Mauk, the owner of Scooter Pete’s motorcycle dealership, in Tyler, is another local voice who advocates motorcycle riding as a recreational activity as well as having a positive impact on the community: “Today it’s the 'in' thing to do... Now, riders ride for causes to help others. That, in the public’s eye, has [broadened] awareness that not all bikers are 'bad.' You would even be surprised to find out the 'bad boy' clubs do their fair share of helping those in need!” One way in which motorcyclists are helping East Texas is with the Fourth Annual Bikers Rule 4 School event, which is held in conjunction with PATH’s School Supply Train and is responsible for collecting school supplies for needy children all over Smith County. The rally takes place in July each year. As co-owner of The Harley Shop in Longview, it is safe to say that Gail Calhoun has seen more than her fair share of local riders. “Bikers are some of the most generous people I know,” states Gail. “They will give the last dollar in their pocket to buy a toy to see a child smile at Christmas. They will be the [ones] to stop on the side of road to help someone who has [a] broke down [car]. A biker will never leave another biker
stranded.” From this description, it is clear that the Southern genteel nature so common in East Texans is prevalent even from the back of a Harley. “Motorcycling is a sense of freedom that you will never regret getting into,” continued Gail, who has herself been riding for over 20 years. “It’s the only way to see this country, [while] being part of the elements of nature and the environment. The camaraderie you will find in the motorcycling community is like no other sport. It doesn’t matter who you are, you will always feel welcomed by
those around him. “The public needs to be aware of motorcycles,” notes Mauk. “Really, it’s more than that, sometimes they see us but some think, ‘I am bigger than them, they’ll stop, they don’t want to get hit.’ Sometimes we can’t stop fast enough and we are the ones who lose. I have lost too many friends to the carelessness of people, and death is not the worst thing that can happen to you either.” Most multiple vehicle accidents result from the driver of another vehicle failing to recognize a motorcycle’s right of way with a significant number of these accidents
“It’s the only way to see this country, [while] being part of the elements of nature and the environment.” another biker.” This compelling testimony attributes much in the way of revamping the motorcycle rider’s self-image. No longer is there an exclusionary “brotherhood” required for people to feel welcome, but rather by virtue of simply being a courteous rider makes it so anyone can be apart of the motorcycle community. Inevitably, this sense of riding free with the wind has a positive impact on the lives of people who appreciate motorcycling recreationally. “I wake up in the morning and I am thinking about 'how long it will be till I can get on a bike,' as my wife would say” explains Coppinger. “I ride every day and when I don’t get to ride, it is not a very good day. For me, it is motorcycling 24/7! I only wish everyone could enjoy the thrill of the sport as much as I do.” As enjoyable as it can be, riding a motorcycle is not the safest mode of transportation and includes some occupational hazards that require the attention of both the rider as well as
resulting in the motorcyclist’s death. It is the responsibility of all East Texans to prevent these accidents by driving defensively and ultimately sharing the road. Anyone interested in riding should take into consideration the skill and safety required to operate a motorcycle, but by no means should it stop them from pursuing this endeavor. The exhilarating rush and local camaraderie that comes with being a biker is sure to sate anyone’s appetite for excitement. Whether a day-in-day-out kind of rider or just a weekend warrior, there are many ways in which motorcyclists give back to East Texas. To these benevolent thrill seekers, while four wheels may move the body, two wheels are what move the soul. by Patrick Rippy
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s more of a cool-weather girl, the fall months can’t seem to come soon enough. While I enjoy summer fashion, I’m happiest in autumn garb, during which, fun elements of clothing can be added to accentuate my everyday look with key pieces like boots, hats, jackets, sweaters, scarves and other fun, ornamental adornments. It’s a fun season for a girl like me. While the cold weather forces us to cover up a bit, it doesn’t mean we can’t stand out. As a matter of fact, I’ve been scouring fashion magazines and store racks near and far to select a few must-haves for the fall season. Head to toe, here are my six picks to get you moving fashion forward this fall.
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Brim Your Rim – Nothing says autumn more than donning a fashionable, yet, easy-to-wear casual hat. This 100 percent wool, burnt-orange, floppy-brimmed head topper wears well with a casual jean jacket and long cotton skirt or a long sweater, with your favorite skinny jeans and boots. The head-turning look can be worn everywhere from running errands to taking your dog for a walk in the park. (Forever21.com, $18.80).
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Ear Candy – blue print TOO in Tyler has a hard time keeping these hand-hammered, hoops by Three Bishops in stock. The sterling silver or 14kt gold-filled earrings range between $40 and $50 and come in three different sizes, small 1 1/2”, medium 2”, and large 2 1/2”. Delicate, yet dramatic, these earrings are fantastic worn with hair in a ponytail. It adds just enough pizzazz to an otherwise, subtle statement.
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Paint Your Pout – More dramatic tones of red and wine are painting the pouts of runway and magazine models this fall. While, I love the look on others, I tend to stick with more neutral, warm tones on my lips that can easily go from day to night, like this beautiful, warm shade by Makeup-Art Cosmetics (M.A.C.) called "Shanghai Spice."
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Easy Accessory – Nothing says fall weather more than the comfy look of your favorite blazer, jeans and ballet flats punctuated with a favorite scarf loosely wrapped around your neck. While on vacation, I purchased a new one – black-and-cream-striped to break up an all black outfit. I can also use it to accentuate more basic looks I frequently wear like a white, long-sleeve T-shirt, skinny jeans and black riding boots.
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Leather Love – Many designers are adding a bit of leather and faux leather elements to their garments and accessories in autumn collections. Everything from leather motorcycle jackets, leather skirts and leather leggings can be seen this season. But, if you’re intimidated by wearing the edgy look, start small by donning it in your jewelry, like with a leather bracelet for instance. This whitestitched, black leather and gold piece found at Cole and Company in Tyler, can help you rock the trend a bit more subtly.
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Textured Style – As you transition from the beloved espadrilles (I found my awesome pair at Bridgette’s Shoe Collection in Tyler this summer) you wore all summer long to more weather-friendly footwear, think about adding texture to those tootsies by reflecting the season’s heavy-material trend. I purchased these black-and-white, tweed, platform booties by Gianni Bini at Dillard’s, which just so happen to be my ultimate, fall fashion find thus far!
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Many Americans are in the process of reassessing their spending patterns, and boomers and seniors are no exception. Seventy-three percent of adults over age 50 started saving more or cutting back on spending last year, compared to 2010, according to a November 2011 report by the AARP. In many cases, the new spirit of frugality is not necessarily born out of financial necessity, but also out of a desire to simplify life, avoid excessive consumption and focus on what’s really important - family, friends and community. If you’re an adult over 50, maybe you’re exploring the hidden treasures of
your own region instead of taking exotic vacations. Maybe you’re barbecuing with friends in the backyard instead of going out to eat. Maybe you’re spending more time playing with your grandkids instead of buying them the latest electronic gadgets. In short, you’re trying to cut back on spending without sacrificing quality of life. Here are five tips to help. Examine recurring expenses. It’s easy to overpay for utilities and other recurring expenses if you don’t periodically review your options and make sure you’re getting the best deal. Many utility companies offer senior discounts, for example, but you have to ask. Also consider a lower-cost
no-contract cellphone plan. Consumer Cellular, for example, offers a variety of affordable no-contract voice and data plans that can be changed without penalty at any time. You’re never locked into a plan that forces you to pay for more service than you need, and complementary usage alerts mean you don’t have to worry about accidentally exceeding your maximum allowance. Flexible family plans where couples and families share minutes can save an additional $20 to $30 per month. Increase energy efficiency. Another way to reduce your bills is by increasing the energy efficiency of your home. You can unplug battery chargers when not in use,
turn off appliances rather than leaving them in standby mode, use energy-efficient light bulbs and turn off the lights when you leave a room. If you’re able to invest a little to ensure longer-term savings - whether through weatherproofing or upgrading aging appliances - you can schedule an energy audit to find out how to get the biggest bang for your home-improvement buck. Be a smart shopper. If you’re not into clipping coupons, that’s OK. There are other ways to save. For example, try store-brand products rather than automatically reaching for the brands you’ve always purchased - in many cases, you won’t be able to tell the difference. Buy in bulk if you use large quantities of something. Watch for sales on items you purchase regularly, but don’t buy something just because it’s on sale - if you wouldn’t have bought it otherwise, you’re not saving money. For bigger-ticket items, be sure to comparison shop to make sure you’re getting the best price. Websites such as pricegrabber.com allow you to research numerous retailers without leaving your home. Take advantage of free entertainment. Wondering what to do this weekend? Low-cost, or sometimes free, options are abundant. Check the events sections of local newspapers and websites to see what’s happening in the area - festivals, exhibits and other special events are often free, and high schools and colleges frequently host sporting events, plays, concerts and lectures that are open to the public. Libraries are also an excellent source of free entertainment - you can try out new authors, artists and genres with no risk by borrowing books, audiobooks, DVDs and CDs instead of purchasing them. You might even meet some interesting people while you’re out and about in the community.
Be a smart shopper. If you’re not into clipping coupons, that’s OK. There are other ways to save. Reassess your gift-giving habits. If you’ve ever found yourself rushing to the mall to buy a last-minute gift for a loved one’s birthday, chances are you’ve spent more than you originally planned, settled for something you suspected the recipient might end up exchanging, or avoided the decision by purchasing a safe but impersonal gift card. However, most of us don’t really need more things. Instead, consider giving your loved ones the gift of a shared experience. If your grandson loves animals, take him to the zoo. If your sister is into jazz, take her out for an evening at a jazz club. Of course, you might not end up spending less money this way - experiences come in all price ranges - so do keep your budget in mind. The point is that instead of wasting money on something that might just sit in the garage for years, you’ll enjoy a meaningful experience together. And that’s what quality of life is all about. - (ARA) B S CENEMAG. CO M
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by Bryan Houston
Will "America's Team" sink or swim? Bryan Houston predicts if this year's gridiron will sizzle or burn. just two weeks before the start of training camp. If Holmes shows anything, he probably would make this team. Instead, he is squandering a golden opportunity. Felix Jones is recovering from shoulder surgery, but that doesn’t keep you from running or riding a bike. His talent and potential have always been enormous, but all he has done is disappoint. If he doesn’t produce this year, he will be with another team next year. WILL THE COWBOYS BE A PLAYOFF TEAM? IT’S POSSIBLE THEY COULD BE A BETTER TEAM THAN LAST YEAR ...
The last time I covered a Dallas Cowboys training camp, Tom Landry was the head coach; Danny White was the Quarterback, Tony Dorsett and Randy White were at the peak of their Hall of Fame careers; and the team had been to, and lost, three straight NFC Championship games. The year was 1983. AS BILL PARCELLS ONCE SAID, THE COWBOYS ARE WHAT THEIR RECORD SAYS THEY ARE, A MIDDLE-OF-THE-PACK NFL TEAM THAT WILL HAVE TO BE VERY LUCKY TO MAKE THE PLAYOFFS THIS SEASON. A lot has changed since then. That training camp was in Thousand Oaks, CA. The Cowboys would go through an ownership change that would rock the NFL world. Jerry Jones and Jimmy Johnson would build a team that would win three Super Bowls in the '90s. But the two enormous egos couldn’t co-exist, Jimmy hit the road and the Cowboys would begin a downhill slide to mediocrity. Fast-forward to 2012: the Cowboys have won one playoff
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game in the last 16 seasons. They missed the playoffs in 2011. They are no longer "America’s Team." The Dallas Mavericks have won an NBA championship and the Texas Rangers have gone to two straight World Series. At this training camp in Oxnard, California, there is no talk of the Super Bowl. There is no talk of how talented the Cowboys are. This is a humbled organization. As Bill Parcells once said, the Cowboys are what their record says they are, a middle-of-the-pack NFL team that will have to be very lucky to make the playoffs this season. This offseason, the Cowboys focused on fixing a secondary that got torched all season long and an offensive line that allowed QB Tony Romo to take a beating while scoring only five, count 'em, five, rushing touchdowns all season. Head Coach Jason Garrett runs a tight ship. His team blew too many fourth quarter leads, lost too many close games and faded in December. He wants them to be mentally tougher this season. There is no nonsense in practice. He is constantly yelling “tempo, tempo, tempo!” He demands discipline, attention to detail and a quick pace. He has this team running sprints after
practice, urging them to fight through the fatigue, constantly reminding them that this is what it takes to win tight games in the fourth quarter. Camp has gotten off to a frustrating start. Former first round draft pick Felix Jones, an oft-injured, under-producing running back; Brodney Pool, a free agent safety who was projected to start in a retooled secondary; and Andre Holmes, a second-year receiver, all showed up out-of-shape and failed their physicals. THE COWBOYS MADE A NUMBER OF MOVES TO IMPROVE THE OFFENSIVE LINE BUT IN THE FIRST WEEK OF CAMP, FOUR PLAYERS ARE ALREADY NICKED-UP, UNABLE TO PRACTICE. In Holmes’ case, this is incredibly stupid. There is not a proven receiver behind starters Miles Austin and Dez Bryant. Austin has already strained a hamstring in the first week of camp, and it’s still uncertain if Bryant is going to be disciplined by the league after his arrest for a domestic violence incident
The Cowboys made a number of moves to improve the offensive line but in the first week of camp, four players are already nicked-up, unable to practice. In fact, after one week, 17 players are being held out of the BlueWhite intra-squad scrimmage. Fortunately, none of the injuries appear to be longterm. But it certainly is not the way you want to start training camp when you’re trying to get in position to be a playoff team. Still, there are bright spots. New cornerback Brandon Carr and safety Barry Church could join rookie Morris Claiborne to give Dallas a vastly improved pass defense. There is a fierce competition at inside linebacker between second-year man Bruce Carter, and newly acquired Dan Connor. Tony Romo is sharp, DeMarco Murray looks terrific at RB and Dez Bryant is an absolute physical beast at WR. Will the Cowboys be a playoff team? It’s possible they could be a better team than last year and still finish 8-8 because of an extremely difficult schedule and stiff competition from NFC East Rivals, the defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants and a much improved Philadelphia Eagles squad. But in today’s NFL, there is always a team that gets hot and surprises. Maybe this year’s Cowboys team can exceed expectations and be that team this year. Or, maybe not.
**Bryan Houston is in his fifth decade in broadcasting, first as a music radio disc jockey, then as a play-by-play announcer, TV sportscaster and finally a TV news anchor in the East Texas area since 1991. Now he’s returned to his roots. Sports and Radio. Bryan is the sports director and host of Bryan Houston’s Sports Radio Live on 99.3 TALK FM, Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m.
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o you look around your home and think “gosh, I’d love to redecorate, but I can’t afford an HGTV-level makeover?” The cost of a new couch, chairs and other accessories can take a big bite out of your wallet. But, with growing popularity of do it yourself (DIY) jobs and crafty ideas from those in the know, you can give your interior a fresh look without breaking the bank. With the help of our experts, BSCENE is going to give you the tips and tricks to redecorate a room for under $1,000 if you are on a budget. La Rae Musslewhite of Silk Threads, Laura Davis of Carpet One and Brad Silver of Moore Supply Co. know all about interior design and offer great tips to help you get the most bang for your buck. Whether it’s slip covers, painting or accessorizing there is always a way to save.
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Unless you want to switch things regularly, your home shouldn’t follow the trends; they change constantly and will be dated soon enough. Aim for a timeless look. Use fabric prints with a size and scale that will still be interesting in five years. “Do everything monochromatic,” suggests Musslewhite. “Keep everything shades of gray or shades of white, everything really soft or clean. Use no color, and then [add] big pops of color.” You can’t go wrong with a fresh look! “Do something that’s functional and easy to clean,” says Davis. “It’s usually your best bet.”
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Pillows are a great accent for any room! Choose a bold fabric and some large, down pillows to throw on any piece of furniture. Musslewhite suggests to keep bedding neutral in colors, and then switch out pillow covers whenever you want to change it up. The large, square down pillows will cost you around $50. Fabric ranges from $15 to $200 per yard, and labor can start at $60 and go up to $140 for the whole job. If you know someone who’s a decent seamstress, enlisting their help will save money. As long as it’s done right, it won’t matter who made them. Be sure to choose a couple of different fabrics that match your room so you can change them out frequently.
BRIGHTEN THE BATHROOM
Don’t forget to re-style the bathroom! If you’re tired of outdated faucets or towel hangers, replace them with new ones. “You can take a lot of the older, outdated finishes out of a room and update them with a bronze, brushed nickel or stainless steel look that will be a lot more appealing to today’s fashion standards,” Silver suggests. “You could swap out the faucet, the toilet tank lever, the towel bars, the towel ring – all of that rather inexpensively – and add a new, fresh, clean look to the room without breaking the bank.” When replacing faucets, have a professional or a handy friend help; this is not a do-ityourself job for the inexperienced. Depending on the year it was installed, you may be able to replace and update tile and the bathtub lining if it can match up with the same manufacturer and if a contractor can get the job done.
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How long have your walls been that particular color? If you can't remember, it’s probably time to roll up your sleeves and give your walls a touchup. “[Design] is going toward cleaning everything up and making it a lighter color,” says Musslewhite. Choose a neutral color. Go with creams or grays, and take a Saturday to paint your room. This will change the room's dynamics a lot. Have a dark, hardwood floor? Perfect! “Contrast is really popular right now, even a light, bright wall color with the darker floors,” says Davis. “It makes the room look clean and bright.” Contrast is a great way to make a statement. You can also make your own artwork, bringing in colors from your fabric. It’s a lot cheaper than buying a print of a famous piece. Even adding family photos you printed will be more cost effective.
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When it comes to accessories, Musslewhite’s "golden rule" reigns supreme: “Make sure everything is bigger than your head.” You don’t want to clutter the house with a ton of small objects that could wind up at next year’s garage sale. Buy large, statement pieces that are simple, match your home and are bound to last for years. “Buy something that’s going to take up real estate in a room, not something small,” advises Musslewhite. When choosing an accessory, use the colors from an area rug or drapes or the upholstery, to create flow from one object to another. But don’t be afraid to be bold! A great way to give a room flair is to add one random piece so it doesn’t b s ceneMAG. co Mlook too “matchy-matchy.”
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When updating a room, furniture is a major expense if you are on a tight budget, but you can 'dress it up' so it looks new. “If you have a tired piece of furniture that’s upholstered, get a slip cover made,” says Musslewhite. “Labor for slip covers is going to be $200 for a small chair, up to around $500 for a club chair. Of course, you have to buy the fabric. I do that a lot to completely change a room if people don’t want to buy all-new furniture. I just take one chair in the room, like a big club chair, have a slip cover made in a bold fabric, so that it makes a statement, and do two big pillows on the sofa out of the same fabric. Then it pulls it all together.” If you want more modification, get slip covers to go with each season to constantly update a room. Silk Threads is a great place to find fabric and specialties in custom covers.
Some jobs will have to be piecemeal so you can stay under $1,000. Take remodeling the kitchen one step at a time, or start with the carpet and wait on accessories. When the time comes to take on big projects, look around for the right service. Davis suggests using companies that friends have used and recommend. This way, you can go to their house to check out the job and hear their personal experience with the company. Otherwise, don’t worry about these changes until you’ve saved up to get the job done. By using these guidelines, your home can become completely different without breaking the bank! Take a look around your home and decide which room needs the most attention so you can put $1,000 toward something that needs it. Just remember: keep it simple. by Margaret Puklicz Photos provided by Silk Threads and Moore Supply Co.
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it doesn’t matter how you got here, but here you are, nearing retirement with a large portion of your wealth tied up in one company’s stock. perhaps you picked wisely years ago – a coca-cola co., Wal-Mart stores, inc. or Microsoft corp. – and have had a wonderful ride. or you simply accumulated a large holding of your company’s stock through employee options or your 401(k). now you face a dilemma. should you hold? sell? Hedge? diversify? or at least begin diversifying? there is no easy answer, because no two investors face precisely the same circumstances. if the concentrated position forms a significant but not overwhelming portion of your wealth, you may decide to hold – fully aware of the high risk of doing so – or hedge. You may decide to diversify, investing in an exchange fund or using a charitable remainder trust (crt). tax consequences vary. Whatever your decision, try to escape the psychological baggage that adheres to every investment. discard the idea that the future is sure to repeat the past. there may indeed be high return potential from the right stock, says one study, but “significant underperformance is four times as likely.” step back from your holdings and analyze objectively your most suitable options. if you decide to diversify, you still must decide on how to accomplish that. diversifying in planned stages is a possibility. that allows you to keep upside potential in the stock while meeting your spending needs. Keep in mind that any timed strategy prolongs your risk exposure to this single stock. if you believe your investment horizon is long enough – taking age, health and goals into account – selling a substantial portion of your holdings and paying the taxes may be the best strategy, because, over time, your newly diversified portfolio will have time to outstrip the tax burden. if you intend to use a significant portion of your wealth for philanthropic purposes, consider a crt, through which you will receive a charitable tax deduction. the crt will sell your concentrated position tax-free and arrange a (taxable) income stream to you from its newly diversified holdings. if you find yourself holding a concentrated stock position and want to explore the most advantageous ways of dealing with it, please give us a call at tBt Financial services. SCAN HERE TO REAd OUR “HOw wE SEE IT” dISCUSSION ARCHIVES
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BACK PAGE he set the clown on fire). There’s no substitute for history like that, and you’re only close because you’ve known him for years. It’s a corollary for your favorite teams. If they’re going to be terrible, you need to at least know enough about them to help try and explain away the faults. “We look horrible this year, but our farm system is full of great talent that’s just learning the ropes before being called up to the majors, and that shortstop prospect we have in Pawtucket is a beast!” Sure, it’s probably not that true, but at least it will sound convincing enough to get your buddies to lay off for a minute. FOR A GOOD LOSING FAN, WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT IS LOOKING GOOD, EVEN IF YOUR TEAM ISN’T. It’s all about keeping up appearances, really. Your team may be nearly worthless, but you’re looking good and saying all the right things. You know what you’ve got and at least you aren’t lying to yourself and everyone else about how “this is the year!” (Still looking WE'VE ALL WITNESSED OUR at you, Cowboys fans.) But... FAVORITE TEAM TANK A GAME. READ EDITOR WILL KNOUS' TIPS ON appearances can be deceiving. A huge part of supporting your HOW TO LOSE LIKE A WINNER, AND TAKE ONE FOR THE TEAM. team is bashing your rivals. It’s a in school their contract for Nike grown past the stage of stomping I’ve played sports almost my time-honored tradition: Aggies included a particular shade of around and whining. I’m looking entire life and have been lucky vs. Longhorns, Cowboys vs. maroon that was protected by enough to have almost exclusively at you Saints fans – so you’ve got Redskins or Giants, Houston vs. copyright – meaning that if you to take your losing game to the all great coaches at every level. Every team in america because bought a bootleg shirt, you were next level. Sure, there have been some bad they’re better than us. This can going to look bootleg. It’s a cruel ones, like in my solitary year of be tough, especially if you are on marketing ploy, but still kind of little league where our fearless A HUGE PART OF the wrong end of an extreme. But ingenious. If you’re not going to leader hit me in the middle SUPPORTING YOUR TEAM don’t lose heart just because you’re get something that is "officially of the back... during batting losing on the field! Summon all licensed" – and believe me, I practice. But, there have also been IS BASHING YOUR RIVALS. the energy you would’ve used IT’S A TIME-HONORED know not everyone can pony some amazing ones, like when cheering on your team, and use up $100 for a real jersey – then I coached an intramural soccer TRADITION: AGGIES VS. that to spew verbal abuse onto had better be unique, just not team in college. It was as if Vince LONGHORNS, COWBOYS your most cherished loved ones. too unique. Try a throwback Lombardi had been reincarnated VS. REDSKINS OR GIANTS, uniform, but leave the puff paint It’s how you show you care. This and given the ability to make is perhaps the most important HOUSTON VS. EVERY at home! Follow these basic transcendent mix CDs to pump aspect of losing – maintaining TEAM IN AMERICA guidelines: no hats older than everyone up before game time. well, not dignity, exactly, but 10 years (unless it’s a re-issue), Over time, I’ve heard many BECAUSE THEY’RE BETTER some modicum of pride in the no jerseys of players who haven’t coaches drone on about how THAN US. face of defeat. In order to do this taken the field in two decades important it is to learn both how you need your jersey to be crisp, (unless it’s a Heisman winner, I feel qualified to write to win and how to lose – and your hat to be faded just so and a MVP, recognized team icon or this as a fan of such notoriously that’s certainly true. But, when good knowledge base of stats and someone who had their number terrible teams (both recent and you’re 9, that baseball game information at your disposal. retired). Also, kids are exempt all-time) as the Mavericks (can’t carries a lot more weight than a With all these things in from most of these rules – except forget the “bad old days”), the comparable Friday night game of place, then and only then, you the one about puff paint. No Houston Astros (can we make bowling does these days. As we will be ready to go forth into one should wear puff paint. The it three number one draft picks grow up, the day-to-day sports the world unbowed by fear of people who invented puff paint in a row!) and the Texas Aggies victories and defeats mean a little should be ashamed of themselves. failure. You will be like the heroes (Hey, we won in 1930). As such, less to us … but the overall state The next thing you must do of Norse mythology: knowing I know what it means to take of our teams means more. We is straightforward, but still passed that judgement day is coming, an athletic beating. So, let me might not cry if the Cowboys lose and that it’s going to end badly over by too many fans. You have instruct you on how to lose as an a random game in October, or if for you. But you must fight to know your team. Think about adult with style and grace and they go 10 to 6, but we do care vigorously and with honor. it like this: you have a cousin just the right amount of barelythat they make a good run into … Or you could probably who’s a screwup. He’s always the playoffs or win the Superbowl. concealed, seething hatred for just throw the remote at the been a screwup. When you were more successful teams. And, let’s be honest, people will television, knock over a bowl of 12, he lit the neighbor’s cat on First, just like in any sort of be more surprised if they win. Let's chips, curse out your idiot cousin fire, chased it through a Sunday athletic competition, you need face it, less than half of all the school class and then blamed you. for cheering on the Eagles and the right gear. For a good losing teams in every league make the then set your vintage Danny But, you guys are cousins and fan, what we’re talking about is playoffs, and since only one team White jersey on fire in protest. friends and you’ve known him looking good, even if your team is crowned champions each year, your whole life. You still see him isn’t. Start with your “officially it behooves all adults to learn to by Will Knous every holiday and you were there licensed” products. be good losers more than good wknous@h3-mediacom at his first birthday party (where For the Aggies, when I was winners. And, ideally we’ve all
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