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DeltaStyle Duck & D essing:

November 2013

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The Original St. Francis Sanitarium.

he first building known as the St. Francis Sanitarium and Training School for Nurses opened in 1913 with an x-ray department, surgical suites, and 75 patient beds. In 1929, in order to keep up with patient needs, an annex with 45 additional rooms was added, including a new OB floor.

St. Francis Medical Center Today.

Even during the Great Depression, while patients were not able to pay their bills, St. Francis continued in serving the medical challenges of Northeast Louisiana. This was accomplished with the help of the Sisters who continued their works of charity by depending on Divine Providence and the generosity of the Monroe community. In the late 30s and early 40s, Reginald Hall was constructed to accommodate more patients and a new building, Nazareth Hall, was dedicated for the School of Nursing.

The next largest expansion at came in 1955 with an increase in bed capacity to 245 and a name change to St. Francis Hospital. In 1984, the $20 million, 5-floor expansion was dedicated and St. Francis was one of the first hospitals in Louisiana to open a Skilled Care Unit. St. Francis has continued to expand its services based on community needs with the opening of the Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute in 1996, Kitty Degree Breast Health Center in 2006 and expanded emergency department at the downtown campus in 2011.

After 19 years at its current Oliver Road location, the St. Francis Community Health Center (CHC) will be moving to a new location on the corner of Tower Drive and Fulton Drive in late summer of 2014. The new multi-million dollar facility will be a 4-story brick and stucco 97,000 sq. ft. building surrounded by gardens, walking paths and fountains and will open in late summer of 2014. Features will include a 2-story glass atrium, covered drive-thru pharmacy and covered drive-thru main entrance.

Outpatient services offered at this new location will include: speech, physical and occupational therapy,cardiac rehab, radiology, laboratory, occupational medicine, walk-in medical clinic, Diabetes and Nutrition Center and physician offices.

As we enter a second century of service, our mission continues in providing excellent healthcare with love, compassion, humility and respect for all entrusted to us. We are, with God’s help, a healing and spiritual presence for each other and for the communities we are privileged to serve.

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MR. P’S TEES HOT STYLES MAKE COOL GIFTS COVER STORY: DUCK & DRESSING CONFRONTATIONS ANGELS AND RAINBOWS CHEF’S CORNER MODERN, WITH A SOUTHERN DRAWL AMY WEEMS Q & A WITH DR. HOPKINS

• social spot 35 The Times They Are a-Changin’ 42 Keeping All Their Ducks in a Row

• i do 62 Ferricci-Summerville Engagement 63 Bernal-Vines Wedding

• art & design 67 Because I’m the Momma & I Said So 72 Art Buzz 77 Q&A with Bonnie Ferguson

• dig in 84 Tara’s Taste of the Town 87 Wine Not?

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• inside & out 93 Heather’s Pet Project 95 Gardening Guru 97 Just Keep it Simple

• sports & outdoors 108 Football for Dummies 120 Ten Tips from the Man in Command

• education 125 New Mom, New Rules 127 Education 101

• health & beauty 142 Relax, Release & Restore

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ON THE COVER: Rebecca Lo Robertson and her American mom, Korie Robertson, of A&E’s hit reality show, Duck Dynasty, are working together to open a new store aptly named “Duck and Dressing.” Their store is a lifestyle boutique offering shoppers simple, but edgy, fashion forward apparel lines, as well as furniture, jewelry and gifts.

The store will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. A bonus for shoppers will be the food truck, the Duck & Dressing Café, located on the parking lot of Duck & Dressing.

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COMMUNITY TRUST BANK & DOWNTOWN MONROE ALLIANCE PRESENT

A VERY MERRY COMMANDER CHRISTMAS ‘Twas the day of Commander Christmas along the riverside, everyone was bustling with excitement and full of community pride! The Downtown Monroe Alliance and Community Trust Bank present A VERY MERRY COMMANDER CHRISTMAS featuring THE STARS OF DUCK DYNASTY on December 14, 2013. The day of fun-filled events includes the Stars of Duck Dynasty Look-A-Like contest, a Duck Commander Duck Derby, A Night On The River Christmas Flotilla followed by a Laser Light Show, and a live performance by the Trey Hawkins Band. The events will be bringing back old family traditions in hopes of starting new ones for family and friends to enjoy. All proceeds from A Very Merry Commander Christmas will benefit the Northeast Louisiana Food Bank.

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THE DUCK COMMANDER DUCK DERBY will begin at 3:30 p.m. at the Downtown RiverMarket, where thousands of rubber ducks will be released to float freely past the market area. Ducks can be purchased at any Community Trust Bank location and the Food Bank of NELA office on Central Avenue. Help The Stars of Duck Dynasty and the food bank meet their goal of 30,000 rubber ducks! Single ducks will be sold for $5, the $25 Quacker package includes six ducks, and the $400 Big Quacker package contains 100 ducks.

Commander Christmas Flotilla line up will start at 4:30 p.m. from the Forsythe Boat Ramp, and the flotilla will begin at 5:30 p.m., making its way to The Downtown RiverMarket for an evening of exciting events. All boats sizes 29’ and under, 30’ to 39’, 40’ to 59’, and 60’ and over are welcome to participate in the parade. There is an entry fee of $25 and a limit of 30 entries, so early registration is encouraged. Judges will determine which floats are best decorated and award a $1000 first place prize, $500 for second place, and $250 for third place. THE STARS OF DUCK DYNASTY will serve as the grand marshals of the event from their Universal Music Group Nashville sponsored float. The Flotilla will be an unforgettable show for attendees of all ages. To register, please visit www.

CommanderChristmas.com or call 318-329-3254.

MERRY 2013 DOWNTOWN RIVERMARKET BOOTH RENTALS FOR DECEMBER 14 Any vendors interested in participating in the RiverMarket activities on December 14 should submit booth rental information by December 4. To register, visit www.DowntownRiverMarket.com or call 318-807-1735 or 318329-3254.

This event is hosted by the Friends of the RiverMarket committee of the Downtown Monroe Alliance and the title sponsor Community Trust Bank.

For more information, visit www.CommanderChristmas.com

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Hello DeltaStylers!

November is my most favorite month out of the entire year. Football is in full swing, the leaves are starting to change, the weather is getting a little cooler, I get to celebrate my birthday and we celebrate the best holiday of them all, Thanksgiving! I love Thanksgiving. It’s a Thursday that is designed specifically to watch the most famous and traditional parade, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, before the football games get cranked up. On this particular Thursday, all you have to do is eat good food (Brother always gets his string bean casserole and I get Mississippi Mud Pie), watch football all day and all night, and most importantly, you have an entire day to be thankful. Considering all that I have to be thankful for this year, I am not sure that one Thursday will be enough time to share my thanks and gratitude with all of the wonderful people that have given me so much for which to be thankful.

I am thankful for God and all of the blessings he has bestowed upon me, my children and my family. The Brewton’s are a pretty rowdy bunch when we all get together and before the holiday gathering is over, we are all just thankful that we still have our GiGi and she can still cook her dressing and gravy. My grandmother is ninety-four and she’s a pistol. I am thankful for so many memories my GiGi made and continues to make with me. I am thankful that she has lived long enough for my children to have made great memories with her as well. I am thankful for Brother, even though he aggravates the fire out of me every chance he gets. I am thankful for my momma. Nothing in the world trumps a good momma, and mine is the best. I’ve told ya’ll before that she raised that parenting bar way too high for this ‘ole girl.

I am thankful for my job and the opportunities my job has afforded me. I am thankful that

I have a job that I love, as well as a staff with whom I thoroughly enjoy working. I am thankful for all of my girls at the office, and “da man,” Gary Guinigundo. He has worked tirelessly on the photographs that you see in DeltaStyle and he is the most kind, caring, generous, genuine person I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. I thank God every day for sending Gary our way.

I am thankful for DS Mag’s monthly contributors. Their columns are educational, entertaining, informative, motivational and insightful, and without their words, our magazine would not be complete. I am genuinely grateful for these selfless, supportive columnists and their love of sharing their lives, ideas, advice and beneficial information with our readers. If there is a particular column that you read every month, take a minute this month and tell the writer of that column, “Thank You,” because they do not hear it often enough.

I am most thankful for our advertisers. I am thankful that there are so many wonderful businesses and individuals that advertise on these pages, and by doing so, allow DeltaStyle Magazine to help their businesses grow and prosper.

The support and loyalty of our advertisers is what keeps this magazine coming out month after month, because without them, there would be no magazine. I sincerely appreciate all of our customers and I am thankful that you have enough confidence in our magazine to trust us with your business.

Finally, I am thankful to you, the readers. Your feedback helps us to continue towards our goal of making DeltaStyle Magazine better with each new issue. Your compliments are never taken lightly, and all of the hard work that goes into this magazine is worth it when we receive your kind words.

I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy a full day of being thankful for all of the wonderful blessings in your life. And football.

And lots of food.

Many, many thanks,

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The Best Emergency Care is Closer Than You Think Glenwood Emergency Services ment times that are significantly better than the state average.

“Seeing patients quickly is vital to providing optimal patient care,” said Ron Elder, GRMC CEO. “We are striving to provide a high level of care, while addressing the growing problem of long emergency room waits. At Glenwood Regional Medical Center your emergency is our emergency.”

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t some point in a your lifetime, it is very likely that you will be faced with a medical emergency, such as an injury, life threatening illness, potential heart attack or stroke.

During those crucial moments, the hospital you choose for emergency treatment is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make.

More and more each year, a patient’s chief complaint when they go to their local emergency room isn’t about their illness or injury, it is about the time it takes to be seen and treated.

In addition to adding skilled ER doctors, Glenwood has invested in technologies and systems to improve patient flow through the system. Through innovations in care like bedside registration, FAST TRACK injury care, InQuicker® online registration for minor emergencies, and computerized patient records, Glenwood is posting patient treat-

The Glenwood Chest Pain Center received full Cycle IV accreditation because it has consistently demonstrated expertise and commitment to quality patient care by meeting or exceeding a wide set of stringent criteria and completing on-site evaluations by a review team from the Society of Chest Pain Centers. It is the only fully accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center in Northeast Louisiana.

Expertise in emergency care and heart care are brought together to rapidly assess and treat patients to reduce the risk of a heart attack related death.

Well-coordinated processes help us move the patient quickly from the assessment to treatment phase. Your heart attack treatment may indicate that you must go straight from the emergency department to the cardiac catheterization lab to be treated with an angioplasty procedure where a balloon is used to open blocked arteries. Because of our advanced technology, highly trained staff, and time saving protocols, Glenwood heart patients are moving from the ER to the cardiac catheterization lab in 65 minutes or less on average.

Emergency STEMI Program Saves Lives A STEMI is the most severe and common type of heart attack in which the coronary artery is blocked by a clot. As a result, the heart muscle being supplied by the affected artery

begins to die. Rapid transport to Glenwood for percutaneous intervention (PCI), commonly referred to as angioplasty, is crucial to the survivability of a heart attack. Experts say the sooner that a patient is treated to relieve the blockage causing the STEMI, the better the outcome.

Glenwood’s door to balloon time (measured from the time the patient enters the hospital, to the time the balloon is inflated in the coronary artery) for STEMI patients continues to be under 90 minutes (the national benchmark), with some less than 60 minutes.

Through a partnership with Pafford AIR ONE, patients from most rural areas and hospitals in North Louisiana can be flown directly to the GRMC Cath Lab in under 90 minutes. Patients that cannot reach PCI in time will be delivered “clot busting” drugs by the Pafford AIR ONE Flight Medic and Nurse.

Before the STEMI Program was put into place, only cardiologists could activate the cath lab.

If someone came into the ER with chest pain, they would get triaged and worked up by a nurse. An ECG would be performed and presented to an ER doctor for evaluation. If he or she thought the patient was having a STEMI, they would call a cardiologist to confirm.

If a STEMI was verified, then the cardiologist would be called in and the cath lab would be activated.

Now Pafford can call a Glenwood ER doctor and ask for field activation by following a STEMI Flow Chart protocol. With earlier activations, door-to-balloon times have drastically decreased. The difference is improved performance times, and most importantly, improved outcomes.

For more information about Glenwood’s Emergency Services and fully accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center, call the toll free WELL LINE at 877-726-WELL (9355) or visit www.GRMC.com.

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Lagniappe YOU’VE GOT THE LOOK! Congratulations to State Senator Mike Walsworth for being named the 2013 Legislator of the Year by the Childcare Association of Louisiana on October 14th.

JUNIOR AUXILIARY OF RUSTON WELCOMES INCOMING PROVISIONAL CLASS The Junior Auxiliary of Ruston welcomed its incoming provisional class for the 2013-2014 year with a Pearl Reception on Sunday, September 22nd.

For more information about the Junior Auxiliary of Ruston, visit jaofruston. org or find them on Facebook at Facebook.com/juniorauxiliaryofruston.

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FROM OUR READERS: Front Row L to R: Savannah Hackler, Kelly Hammett, Jillian Burns, Rachel Roach, Elisha James.

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Not Shown: Lacie Blake, Jessica Haynes, Jillian McAlpin, Gina Thomas, Dorothy Welsh

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Trace Adkins, former La Tech football player, recently paid a visit to his alma mater to enjoy a football game.

Country music artist Trace Adkins, a former LA Tech football player, recently paid a visit to his alma mater to enjoy a football game.

Kemper Block is this year’s queen and was crowned by last year’s queen, DeltaStyle Magazine’s Advertising Sales Executive, Kylie Stracener.

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Chelsie Ferracci’s best friends and bridesmaids wanted to make sure she had the most memorable bachelorette trip ever!

Because of Chelsie’s love of animals and her laid-back, easy going nature, the girls surprised her with a weekend at Lake Juneau Safari Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, where they kissed camels, fed everything from kangaroos to zebra and made memories they will treasure for a lifetime. Chelsie Ferracci is the co-owner of Woodstock Furniture (along with Sarah Nerren) and blessed to have such an amazing group of friends that would do whatever it took to make sure she had a great time!

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Long-time reader, Aldis Davis, formerly of Monroe, reads her DeltaStyle in South Carolina.

Thanks for reading, Aldis!

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DeltaStyle Magazine would like to thank Dewey Weaver, owner of Intermountain Management, for allowing us to use his office for our September fashion photo shoot.

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Student Spotlight Do you know a hard-working student that deserves a pat on the back? We want to hear about himor her! If you know a student you feel should be recognized and included in an upcoming issue of DeltaStyle, please submit a photo of the student to rachel@deltastylemag. com, along with responses to the following questions: Name: Parents: School & Grade: Sport(s)/position(s): Achievements:

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SO CIAL Pink Tie Ball Downtown RiverMarket, Monroe The 2013 Pink Tie Ball was held on October 10th at the Downtown RiverMarket and was a great event! It was sponsored by Susan G. Komen in Northeast Louisiana and designed to create an outlet for those private citizens and corporate donors who are more likely to support a black tie evening event rather than the Race for the Cure.

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SO CI A L Race for the Cure Forsythe Park, Monroe Race for the Cure was held on September 28th at Forsythe Park in Monroe, Louisiana. Thousands of walkers participated, each person having their own personal reason for walking. Some celebrating the life of one who survived and others to honor loved ones that they lost.

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SO CI A L Easie Eddy and the Party Rockers Landry Vineyards, West Monroe On Saturday, October 5th, Landry Vineyards continued with their outdoor concert series and offered a fun, family outing. Patrons brought their lawn chairs and blankets and enjoyed jambalaya, cheese trays, boudin and drinks available on location, while others brought their own picnic dinner.

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SOCIAL Blessing of the Pets Anna Gray Noe Park, Monroe This year, St. Francis hospital’s annual Blessing of the Pets took place on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at a local park in Monroe, Louisiana. The event was filled with pets and their owners who stood in line, waiting for Father James Dominic to bless them. The event was in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi and it raised money for local animal rescue organizations. These organizations were at the park during the Blessing, generously giving pet owners helpful tips on pet adoption and health.

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SO CI A L Black & White Ball Home of Guy Campbell, Monroe

The ninth annual Black and White Ball was held on Saturday, September 28th and raised funds and awareness for the Children’s Advocacy Center, a non-profit group that serves families and children in northeast Louisiana. The 2013 Black and White Ball was, once again, a huge success.

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The hip joint is composed of two bones, the femur and pelvis, and the muscles, tendons and ligaments that connect them. It is a ball and socket joint with the head of the femur sitting in the acetabulum which is the portion of the pelvis that forms the socket. The hip is a very stable joint but is susceptible to injury. There are multiple structures that can be damaged through trauma, repetitive use, or degeneration that occurs with aging. Historically, when an injury occurs, it is necessary to perform open surgical procedures to repair the damaged structure. More recently, however, with the advent of hip arthroscopy, certain patients are able to have a much less invasive surgery that minimizes et on Fat Among the themes seen for the tablescapes elegant approach incorporating perfectly chilled pain and allows for easier and quicker recovery. favorite were Mardi Gras (of course!), beautiful music, a champagne, gorgeous masks, and striking crys-

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SO CI A L Artoberfest Historic Fire Station, Ruston Beer lovers of all sorts gathered at the Historic Fire Station in Ruston to support the North Central Louisiana Arts Council. Patrons were able to sample from a wide variety of beers, and voted in the home-brewer’s competition. Several different artists took the stage and entertained the crowd with great music throughout the evening.

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Times They Are a-Changin’ Spurlock Speaks to P.E.O. AE P.E.O. Chapter AE members listened intently recently as Kathy Spurlock, Executive Editor of the NewsStar, presented an informative and timely talk on the changes that newspapers have undergone during her career. In this technological “Information Age” institutions as well as individuals are having to adjust to the rapid changes in which they can get their “news”.

“We are no longer just a newspaper,” Spurlock explained. “We are an information company, providing information not only in traditional print format but on smartphones, tablets, and social media.”

Spurlock pointed out that people have actually adapted more quickly to these newer information sources than they did to desktop computers and the Internet. The result is that many have become “news junkies” forcing newspapers and others to ramp up their news “cycles”. “When I started in this business,” Spurlock said, “there was one deadline per day. Now there is a deadline every minute!”

As part of her presentation, Spurlock played some videos for the group off her iPhone through AppleTV. She assured the amazed group that this type of Internet-based viewing of television, mov-

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The NewsStar Community Room was the setting for the gathering. Serving as hostesses were Loura Barr, Yvette Freer, Virginia Crow, and Stephanie Schaeffer. They offered a light brunch menu featuring fresh fruit, assorted sweet breads, mixed nuts, coffee, and juice.

P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization), one of the pioneer societies for women, was founded on January 21, 1869, by seven students at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Today, P.E.O. has grown from that tiny membership of seven to almost a quarter of a million members in chapters in the United States and Canada. The P.E.O. Sisterhood is passionate about its mission: promoting educational opportunities for women. Our sisterhood proudly makes a difference in women’s lives with six philanthropies that include ownership of a two-year women’s college, Cottey College; and five programs that provide higher educational assistance: P.E.O. Educational Loan Fund, P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund, P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education, P.E.O. Scholar Awards, and P.E.O. STAR Scholarship.

Home for the Holidays The holiday season is approaching, and it seems appropriate to focus on quality of life and special times with family, friends, and loved ones.

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Hospice is for patients with serious medical conditions that are being optimally treated but are not improving. It helps patients and their families avoid the hospital and stay home and still receive quality medical care with an added

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Many times people prefer not to discuss hospice during the holiday season, putting off sensitive but important decisions until after the New Year. This natural avoidance can actually create more stress for the patient and family. Patients are deprived of the benefit of expert symptom management, and the family caregivers miss out on an additional layer of support that can bring them comfort and peace of mind during a busy time. The most common reason for this is because people don’t want to talk about dying during the holidays. Our answer is, “That’s great, because hospice is not about dying. It is about living!”

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The event was held to give those involved with Pilots for Patients a chance to meet new friends and catch up with old ones. Lunch was provided by Duane Humphries of the Warehouse Restaurant and various awards, including the Pilot of the Year Award, were presented.

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Rock icon Brett Michaels, country music superstar Justin Moore, and Frank Foster played along-side and newer musicians like guitarist Mathew Davidson who is only 15 years old. One highlight from the festival was the appearance of Rachel Hale, contestant on season 12 of American Idol and also an Arkansas native. The event was filled with live music from many different artists, food for everyone to enjoy, and many family activities like a rock-climbing wall and a 200 ft. zip line. You won’t want to miss out on the fun next year so be sure to make plans for you and your family to attend!

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SOCIAL Think Pink Tea Convention Center, West Monroe The Think Pink Tea event was held on Friday, October 18th at the West Monroe Convention Center. Miss Kay Robertson, from the Duck Dynasty family, headlined the event. It was hosted by the Breast Health Center at Glenwood Regional Medical Center and the event was designed to empower women.

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The amount of wealth influenced by women and the rate at which it has been increasing are remarkable. Women are responsible for approximately $18.4 trillion in consumer spending and hold approximately 30 percent of global wealth. They are the sole financial forHere one-third of Thinking of decision-makers investing in China? are some things you need to know. households in the United States, and 95 percent are involved in their households’ financial China’s new government is sending clear signals: decisions.

American women start 70 percent It wants the mainland stock market to appreciate.

This not provinghave difficult given that valuations of allisbusinesses, a lower unemployment were near historic lows for the century. rate than men, dominate nine of the 10 fastest growing occupations, benefit from Why does China wantand a stronger stock improving market?

Presumably it could help build confidence in the wage equality. economy, just as underperformance for more than A Prudential Research study said, “Despite three years prior to December 2012 had underbecoming a powerful financial presence in investhe mined confidence, including among foreign United and around the world, many womtors andStates businesses with an interest in China. en are more confident about financial decisions Also, a performing stock market would attract when they consult with an advisor. Currently, local interest and possibly reduce the obsession women are looking to financial representatives with property investments which led to inflationary problems. for assistance with:

Financial planning: Additional financial priorities include accumulating assets, protecting wealth, and generating retirement income. However, just one-third of women have taken the time to develop and implement a financial plan.

Things to Know Before Investing in China Oglesby Financial Group Investment strategies and products: Women say205.5 they percent are familiar with savings percent, versus for Japan, 67.8 percent for the U.S., and 165.3 percent for Greece. accounts, life insurance, workplace retirement plans, and leadership IRAs. Theytends are less knowledgeable • Chinese to set slightly conservaand would like to learn more about tive growth targets. China’s growth forthe the potential next five yearsofhas the potential bestrategies in the range 7.5 to cost long-term care to and forofgener8 percent as a result of the following growth drivating retirement income.3” ers: demographic composition, and investment in If you would like to and talk universal about financial coninformation, technology, healthcare. cerns and strategies for addressing them, please • AsDarren to the long-term will likely acgive Oglesby aoutlook, call. WeChina know conversacount for one-third of global GDP by 2030. tions like these are invaluable, regardless of your Inevitably, all multi-year projections involve a gender! considerable degree of conjecture, so let me add the necessary caveat: The figures above would deOglesby Financial Group is located at 2443 Tower pend on if all goes according to plan which seldom Drive • Monroe, LA 71201 • Phone (318) 322happens.

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but its leaders also need to develop the skills and aspirations of the entire population. Despite these concerns, China remains an economic powerhouse.

The new government is in the early stages of implementing very significant economic changes. Basically, manufacturing and exports would no longer be the top priorities. China, instead, will focus more on consumer welfare issues, including affordable housing, healthcare, a significant reduction in pollution, and wealth distribution to reduce poverty and considerably increase middle-class growth. To succeed, the government also needs to tackle the formidable problems of corruption.

There’s much to know before investing in China.

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Willie and Korie Robertson hosted a meet and greet on October 23rd, two days prior to the Grand Opening that had customers lined up around the building waiting to taste the family recipes.

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It’s a BOY! Alan’s daughter Alex is expecting a boy!

Alex Robertson Mancuso, Lisa Robertson and Anna Robertson Stone.

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Universal Music Group Nashville released the album, Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas, on October 29th. The entire Robertson family gathered to celebrate at the home of Jase and Missy Robertson.

Singer Josh Turner, his wife, Jennifer, and songwriter, Chancie Neal joined the family for the special occasion. The album is now available on iTunes.

Rebecca with designer Whitney Port, whose clothing line will be carried in Duck & Dressing.

Sadie Robertson, OCS Homecoming Court Maid

John and Chrys Howard, Korie’s parents, traveled with Korie and Willie to Washington DC when they were named 2013’s Angels in Adoption by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute. National Adoption Day is November 23rd.

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s ’ P . r M tees Artist Lissy Compton’s Latest Venture.

Brent and Lissy Compton are the proud owners of Mr. P’s Tees, a line of t-shirts with original drawings reflecting mascots and animals native to Northeast Louisiana.

Brent is Lissy’s husband and manages the financial end of the business, while Lissy creates the art that is seen on Mr. P’s Tees t-shirts.

by Rachel Cagle

The first time I spoke with Lissy Compton about featuring her talents in DeltaStyle Magazine, she was at the very top of scaffolding in River & Rail Cantina, with a paintbrush in her hand and a genuine smile on her face. She is a talented, local girl that continues to find new ways to share her artwork with us. I’ve admired her work for years, but after buying my first (of many) Mr. P’s Tees t-shirt, I was eager to find out more about Lissy and how her career as an artist has evolved.

Lissy began taking art classes in second grade under Kathy Amman Vellard and discovered a love of drawing. Kathy informed Lissy’s mother that she believed Lissy possessed an artistic talent that should be cultivated and nurtured. At the tender of age eight years old, Lissy was enjoying the beauty of creating charcoal pieces that reflected her young imagination. All these years later, Lissy says, “Charcoal was always my favorite! Charcoal and drawing have always been the most fun for me.” Lissy tells me she was very blessed to have such amazing art teachers. “Melanie King at The Painters Palatte was a big influence on my artwork throughout junior high, as well as Paula Furlow at West Monroe High School. At Louisiana Tech, I was very inspired by Ed Pinkston and Bob Berguson to think outside the box.”

Lissy took art lessons at the Louisiana Purchase Garden and Zoo and was a junior zoo keeper for three years, hence her animal designs that have made Mr. P’s Tees such a huge success. Any of you that are native to the area are surely familiar with Shirley the elephant, an elephant living at Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo for twenty-two years and limping along with a deformation from an improperly healed back leg that was broken when she was attacked by another elephant. Shirley is still alive and well today (see insert) and eating those delicious red apples that Lissy vividly remembers watching her eat during her days as a junior zoo keeper. The “Shirley the Elephant” t-shirt is a very special creation for Lissy, as well as many local residents that vividly remember the one-of-a-kind elephant. Lissy hopes to have a new design completed before the end of the year that honors the newest Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo resident, Monreaux the hippo.

When the owner of local restaurant Heavenly Ham called Lissy in 2001 to inquire about displaying some of her artwork, Lissy had no idea the result would be so positive. Her paintings sold quickly and she knew her childhood dream of being an artist was finally coming true. She was soon being commissioned to paint murals and literally and figuratively began to paint the town. Cathy Parker of Mer Rouge wanted Lissy to paint the “History of Cotton” in their sleepy little town, and she did just that. You can see Lissy’s 70 foot mural on the side of the old buildings in downtown Mer Rouge. Her murals also grace the walls of Cooper Vet, Taco Bandito, Morehouse General Hospital, Totally Tumbling, and Glenwood Hospital as a part of the Shelby’s Wish Foundation.

In February 2012, Lissy and Brent welcomed their first child, Pearson, to the Compton family. Lissy had such difficult time finding clothing for her son, “I found myself wondering why the clothing lines for little boys looked more appropriate for little girls. It was just aggravating because I couldn’t find what I was looking for…my pre-conceived ideas were nowhere to be found.” Enter the genius husband, “One day Brent asked me, ‘Why don’t you just make the clothes yourself, since you know what you want and you ARE an artist?’” I bought some onesies, painted some designs on them and voila, Mr. P’s Tees was born! As Pearson continued to grow Lissy went from using onesies to t-shirts, hence the name Mr. P’s Tees. Lissy had so many compliments on her designs that she decided to see if they would sell. With the help Brent’s cousin at Reflections , she had the designs screen printed and displayed them at the local downtown bi-monthly Art Crawl. To say the original designs and brand name have been successful would be a gross understatement. “I love what I do so much because I am never, ever bored. There is ALWAYS a project in the works!” The happy couple has welcomed their second child, Phoebe, into the family and Lissy is busier than ever, “I couldn’t do it without my husband, Brent. He maintains all of the ‘business’ and financial part of Mr. P’s Tees, so that I can do what I love without the burden of worrying about the fiscal details.”

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Brent says the Warhawk is the biggest selling of all the t-shirts, but that could soon change. A dear friend of Lissy’s has a son that suffers from diabetes and he suggested a special design for t-shirts that would be worn by their team in the 2013 Ruston Walk to Cure Diabetes; as a huge fan of “Duck Dynasty” he suggested a duck t-shirt, which features a duck with the famous Robertson beard and Willie’s signature headband. Considering the Robertson family’s nation-wide fan base, this t-shirt could soon be the best selling design.

Mr. P’s Tees can be found at Miss Persnickity Joon’s on Antique Alley in West Monroe, Louisiana or online at www.mrpstees.bigcartel.com. If you are the proud owner of a Mr. P’s Tees t-shirt, send a photo of yourself (or your child) wearing your t-shirt and send the photo to Lissy on Facebook or Instagram. She is really getting a kick out of the precious pictures featuring her designs, not to mention the excitement of seeing her brand grow far beyond Northeast Louisiana.

Where is Shirley now...

Shirley the elephant may no longer live in Monroe, but she continues to live in the hearts of many local residents that often wonder where she has gone. She celebrated her 65th birthday in July and having avoided death on more than one occasion, she is blessed to have made it through such a long and colorful history.

When Shirley was five years old, she was captured in her homeland, Sumatra, and sold to a circus. She was traveling with her circus family when she was ten years old and became a captive along with the rest of the entertainers in Cuba when Castro took over. The elephants and other circus animals were held in Cuba for several weeks.

The next big trauma for Shirley came on a circus ship at a dock in Nova Scotia. A fire that started in the engine room eventually caused the ship to sink. Two of the circus animals

were killed, but Shirley escaped with burns on her ear and her back and feet. The three elephants that were rescued from the sinking ship were loaded into a trailer bound for Florida, but the truck had an accident and Shirley was the only surviving elephant.

She traveled with a circus all across North America until 1977 when another elephant attacked her and broke her hind leg.

It was after this near-crippling break that Shirley was moved to Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo in Monroe, Louisiana, where she lived alone in her own area for twenty-two years.

At fifty-two, Shirley was retired to the Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Tennessee, to live out the remainder of her life. Finally, she is living a safe and happy life! The sanctuary allows her to roam free and have other elephant friends, one of whom she knew from a previous circus.

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Gatherings Become a Food Event

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3 pounds fresh asparagus spears 1/3 cup butter, melted 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Lemon slices for garnish

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Remove the scales from the asparagus with a knife or vegetable peeler. Cook the asparagus, covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender-crisp; drain. Place in an 8x12 inch baking dish. Preheat the broiler. Mix the butter and lemon juice in a bowl. Our over the asparagus. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Broil until brown. Garnish with lemon slices.

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Saute the yellow onion, green onions, and celery in the butter in a skillet until soft. Stir in the flour. Add the evaporated milk gradually, stirring constantly. Stir a small amount of the hot mixture into the egg yolks.

Stir the egg yolks into the hot mixture. Add salt, red pepper and black pepper. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Spread the crab mixture in a 1 1/2 quart shallow baking dish. Pour the sauce over the crab meat and sprinkle with the cheese.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until brown.

Note: This dish can also be served in four au gratin baking dishes. Divide the crab meat, sauce, and cheese evenly among each dish and bake as directed.

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Get your Charity Shopping Pass! Page 157 Starting November 11th you can buy your ed green onions The Junior League of Monroe is so excited to from any JLM member, many of the ooked and crumbled 1 (2-layer) package yellow cake tickets mix er crackers 1 (3 ounce) package chocolate instant pudding mix be bringing back their Charity Shopping Pass retailers involved in the event or stop by the 1/2 cup sugar to 350 degrees. Combine again the 3/4 cup water this year. It was such a great success in League house Monday-Thursday from 8:30cheese, mayonnaise and 3/4 cup vegetable oil wl and mix well. Spoon into 4 eggs, beaten that 2012, with vendors and shoppers alike, 2:30 to buy them there. And these passes are the bacon and crackers.

1 cup sour cream we can’t wait for the holiday shopping season such nutes. Serve with Wheat Thin 1/2 cup (3 ounce) milk chocolate chips a great price you can afford to get one for to begin! And for those of you who missed this yourself, your friend and your son/daughter’s Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Mix the cake, pudding mix and sugar in a medium mixing bowl. event last year, you won’t want to miss out this favorite teacher!

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Place on a grill rack and baste with the fig mixture.

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Serves 8 great discount on top of that, are excited to announce in then buy a Charity Shopping addition to these retailers agazine | F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 Pass this holiday season. you will also receive a discount at some of If you have any questions, please contact Monroe’s favorite restaurants! Can you say the Junior League at (318)322-3236 or visit us date night? at jlmonroe.org.

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The Junior League sets up at The Race for the Cure

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Duck & Dressing Another Feather in the Robertson Family’s Hat

B eing a part of A&E’s hit reality show, Duck Dynasty, is a way of life for Korie Robertson and Rebecca Lo “Robertson.” That lifestyle has many sacrifices and obstacles and is not always a “dream.” For Korie and Rebecca, their dream has been to offer a new, unique shopping experience to northeastern Louisiana shoppers by designing a lifestyle boutique. Rebecca and her American mom, Korie, are thrilled finally to see their dream become a reality as they work together on their new store, aptly named Duck & Dressing.

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Rebecca Lo (pictured) and her American mom, Korie Robertson in November will be opening a new boutique in Monroe.

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“We always put faith and family first,” she said. “There have been many fun experiences I would have never gotten to experience otherwise. And just seeing how well they treat everyone they meet, be it family, a friend, a business associate, or a fan. That’s been an amazing lesson to learn.”

Rebecca enrolled in Ouachita Christian School, and the family determined to make her one year abroad memorable. They took her on American adventures like Disneyworld and snow skiing and educated her on the joy of ice cream and flavorful Cajun food. The year passed quickly and soon it was time to return to Taiwan. This is where Rebecca’s story differs from most exchange students.

Rebecca returned to her home in the summer following her junior year of high school. But, since Rebecca is American born and retained dual citizenship, she began thinking about coming back to America and living with the Robertson family full time. By that time, the Robertson family and all their relatives had fallen in love with Rebecca, so the choice to welcome her into the family was an easy one. After a short visit with her family in Taiwan, Rebecca returned to America.

Fashion Baby It has been nine years since that decision. She graduated from Ouachita Christian School, attended ULM, and ultimately received her degree in fashion design from LSU. This was the degree she had always dreamed of receiving in spite of her mother’s (who is still living in Taiwan) encouragement to become a doctor. Rebecca respectively continued to tell her mother that fashion was her calling.

“When I moved to the states, I really started to get involved in the arts,” she said. “And fashion just seemed to be the best area for me to get to use creative instincts and represent myself.”

“We will be bringing fashion from all different areas,” Rebecca said.

“Since we have gotten to travel a lot, we have been inspired by many different styles from many different cities. We also will have home décor available. So it’s not just a clothing boutique; it’s a lifestyle boutique. Everything in the store has a little bit of Robertson to it.”

Korie is a wife, mother of five children, reality TV star and life-long resident of West Monroe. Rebecca is an integral part of Korie’s life, as she is no longer just her adopted daughter and eldest child, but her best friend and business partner. Rebecca’s journey to America is like many other teenagers from abroad; however, her journey’s ending is quite different.

Coming to America Rebecca was born in America, but shortly after her birth, her family returned to their native country, Taiwan. After the passing of her father in 2001, Rebecca’s mother decided her youngest child needed a more varied education and began searching for a home where she could spend a year as an exchange student in America. Rebecca’s name was put on the list with other eager students anticipating a year as a foreign exchange student.

Back in America, Korie and Willie Robertson decided their four children would benefit from having an exchange student. Korie began searching the Internet for an organization offering exchange students. Once she found the organization, she studied the long list of available students. The match, as they say, was made in heaven, and Rebecca soon found herself in Louisiana, receiving hugs from a very large American family.

Rebecca said she feels blessed to part of her American family and that she has gained some “amazing” life experiences living with them.

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Bring It on Home Like most moms, Korie has been very proud of her daughter’s hard work and determination to succeed in the fashion world. Rebecca barely spoke English when she arrived at the airport in Shreveport, and even though she desired to become a designer, she didn’t know how to sew. Yet, she maintained high grades throughout her education and won “Best of Show” with one of her dresses at her senior fashion show.

“It’s always been something that interested me, since I was a little girl,” she said. “I think I’ve been inspired by many different styles over the years and then just made it my own.”

Korie has also always loved fashion and spent some time modeling in her teen years, signing with a modeling agency in Texas. But raising a family was her top priority, and she has been content to be a mom to her growing family. Korie likes to tell young moms that you can do it all, just not all at the same time.

Now seems to be the right time for Korie and Rebecca to pool their talents, interests and dreams and bring a new store to Monroe.

With the success of Duck Dynasty, Korie and Rebecca have been involved in choosing the clothes worn on the show as well as at the many appearances they are asked to attend. Korie’s sixteen year old daughter, Sadie, was selected by Sherri Hill to represent a line of prom dresses which has also added to Korie’s responsibilities in the fashion world.

Rebecca returned to Louisiana earlier this year to help Korie expand the growing brands she is involved in and to begin the behind-the-scenes work needed to make the dream of a retail store a reality. She traveled to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and New York handpicking clothes that meet her and Korie’s vision for Duck & Dressing. Last month, they both traveled to Round Top, Texas, searching for the perfect accessories to “dress up” the store.

Rebecca has three siblings, two of whom live in Australia. Although she has not been back to Taiwan for two years because she has been so busy with college and work, her family on the other side of the world are excited and happy for her, she said.

“But at the same time, they don’t really realize how big Duck Dynasty is here, so they may not fully understand just how exciting this is for me.”

Following graduation, she interned at a fashion PR firm in Los Angeles and became a stylist in Hollywood. She had the honor of working in the high-end retail stores Fred Segal and Maxfield, becoming a stylist at fashion week in New York this past September, and dressing the contestants on American Idol and the cast of Glee.

Although she didn’t get the chance to meet the notorious Simon Cowell, she did meet Glee’s Corey Monteith.

“I did get to know Corey Monteith while I was there,” she said.

“He was so sweet, and it was great getting to know him. His recent passing was so sad for everyone that ever got the chance to know him.”

While out own her on in the big world of fashion, Rebecca was well equipped with the values the Robertsons helped to instill in her. She learned that “being genuine with people” is important.

“That’s something that can be rare in business,” she said.

Rebecca was living her dream, but she missed her Louisiana family, as well as her dream of a store of her own never left her thoughts.

Leaving the big cities and the glamorous lifestyle of fashion, Rebecca does not feel that she is compromising by coming back to Louisiana.

“I’ve lived in other places, yes, but I’ve realized this is home,” she said.

“This is where my family is. Every time I’ve lived elsewhere I’ve missed my family so much. So getting the chance to get to do what I love here with them is such a blessing.”

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“The décor of the store is some vintage, some southern fun, and some modern edge. In other words, we got what we like,” Korie says. “Rebecca has a very strong fashion sensibility. I know our shoppers are going to love the look of the store and the clothing lines she has chosen.”

They Mean Business As their new Instagram page says, Duck & Dressing is a lifestyle boutique offering shoppers simple, but edgy, fashion forward apparel lines, as well as furniture, jewelry and gifts.

“I don’t believe we will have a really specific clientele,” Rebecca said. “I think we could cater to almost any age woman—from fans (of Duck Dynasty), teenagers, college students, young professionals, to wives and mothers. I think there is something for everyone.”

The Robertson’s television program has been an indisputable success that will surely bring fans to the boutique. But Rebecca is confident that the boutique can hold its own.

“This is a business, not a trend,” she said. “The series has given us the opportunity to do the things we’ve dreamed of doing for many years. We want to have something sustainable that we love when all of the fame dies down….that is inevitable and something we are wise enough to understand and prepare for.”

Rebecca’s favorite fashion designers Yves Saint Laurent, Helmut Lang, and Balmain. She loves to shop at Allsaints and Rag & Bone. She said she would love to have her own line of clothing one day, but she is concentrating on the store for now.

The name Duck & Dressing seemed the perfect choice as it is one of Miss Kay’s favorite recipes, and certainly this family is famous for their “ducks” and soon to be famous for their “dressing” as in clothes. The store is located on Desiard Street next door to Rain the Salon. Shoppers will enjoy the newly renovated downtown area in Monroe. The developers of that area hope shoppers will get a taste of how busy those streets once were in the early days of Monroe shopping and will gain an appreciation for the work being done to bring those days back.

The store will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. A bonus for shoppers will be the food truck, the Duck & Dressing Café, located on the parking lot of Duck & Dressing. Korie and Willie have purchased a renovated air stream trailer that will be opening soon to meet the needs of the hungry shoppers. Indeed, Duck & Dressing will be a lifestyle destination for folks in Monroe and beyond.

The doors on the Monroe location will open on November 15, 2013.

So will Duck Dynasty viewers catch a glimpse of Duck & Dressing on A&E? “You’ll just have to keep watching and see!”

Rebecca said. “You never know.”

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Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Ferracci of Monroe, Louisiana are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsie Brooke Ferracci, to Patrick Carl Summerville, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Summerville of Monroe. The bride is the granddaughter of Ginger Bowling of Monroe, the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brooks of Jena, and the late Mr. Sammy Ferracci of Monroe.

Patrick is the grandson of Shirley Cunningham of Monroe, the late Mr. Patrick Pumphrey of Nebraska, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Summerville of Nebraska.

Chelsie is a graduate of Neville High School and University of Louisiana at Monroe with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. She owns Woodstock Furniture Revival. Patrick is a graduate of Neville High School and University of Louisiana at Monroe with a Bachelor of Business in Construction Management. He is a partner in BlueJacks Bingo and owns rental properties in Monroe.

The couple will marry at the Voo Doo Garden at the House of Blues in New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday November 23, 2013.

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“Who would have ever believed that Ruston Florist and Boutique would become Ruston’s newest Department store,” stated Allen. “God has blessed us this past year, for allowing us to bring something grand to Ruston.”

“It was a time for a change, and the customers were asking for more and more,” said Debbie Allen. The customers are loving it! Ruston Florist and Boutique, with over 5000 square foot showroom, located at the new address, 1103 Farmerville Hwy, formerly the Old Salvation Building to customers with several new departments.

Ladies clothing by, Flax, Ravel, Mosaic, Color Me Cotton, Jess & Jane, Bryn Walker with accessories, Scarves, Jewelry, and Purses including Big Buddha Bags.

Newest departments is the Bedding and Bath, including bed linens, pillows, comforters, duvets and luxurious bath products from Kassatex towels, bath rugs and robes.

The Kitchen and Gourmet Department has grown also, providing great cookbooks by Food Network’s top chefs, and tableware, table linens and gourmet foods.

Duck Commander, Buck Commander, Duck Dynasty and Mossy Oak are great gift ideas for the hunter in your family. Also Christian inspirational books, Christian gifts, all gift wrapped free for the holidays.

Christmas Open House is November 4th-9th. Be sure to register for great door prizes. November 8th, refreshments will be served from with modeling of new Fall and Winter clothing. 11:00a.m.- 2:00p.m.

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Ana Maria Bernal & Joshua Seth Vines June 22, 2013

Ana Maria Bernal and Joshua Seth Vines were married at six o’clock in the evening, Saturday, June 22, 2013, at First United Methodist Church in Monroe. The double ring ceremony officiated by Dr. Tom Harrison.

Ana is the daughter of Joe and Katherine Bernal of West Monroe, Louisiana. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ramiro Bernal of Miami, Florida and Mrs. Gene Jefferson and the late Charles Jefferson of New Iberia, Louisiana. Josh is the son of Ken and Delynn Vines of Vidalia, Louisiana. He is the grandson of the late Lamar and Lillie Vines of Newellton, Louisiana and Dr. E.W. “Buddy” and Ruth Anne Dayton of Zachary, Louisiana.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a San Patrick candlelight strapless taffeta gown featuring a crumb catcher neckline. The gown had a fitted bodice accented at the waist with a jewel encrusted belt with covered buttons along the back of the dress. She carried an all white bouquet of peonies, queen ann’s lace, roses and baby’s breath.

Carmen Bernal Landry and Meredith Bernal Peden, sisters of the bride, served as matrons of honor, with Emily DeRousse McGarvey and Brandi DeYoung Digney acting as honorary matrons of honor. Melissa Cross, cousin of the bride, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Meredith Vines Harrison, sister of the groom, Allie Hollis, Sarah Ann Bolton, Ashley Townsend Smith, Holly Hammock Trappey, Kiley Poland Wilson and Emma Lou Ford as junior bridesmaid, friends of the bride. The flower girl was Annemarie Blanc, cousin of the bride.

Caleb Vines, brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Jonathan Fletcher, cousin of the groom, Travis Harrison, brother in law of the groom, Patrick Golden, JD Whittemore, Samuel Hogue, Kyle O’Neal, Bracy Wilson and Zach Wilson, friends of the groom. The ring bearer was Joseph Landry, nephew of the bride.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Aubrey Hall in downtown Monroe. The rustic decor accentuated the beauty of the historic building. The tables were covered in white linens accented with burlap table runners and tall vases filled with white hydrangeas and willow branches. Decor, candles and flower arrangements were lovingly designed

by Delynn Vines, mother of the groom and assisted by Aimee McDonald, Linda Foster, Connie Hankins, Robbi Flynn. Family and friends danced the night away to music by River City Hit Squad from Hammond, Louisiana. Guests enjoyed dressing up and posing for pictures in the Bash Booth.

Ana is a graduate of University of Louisiana at Monroe with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She is employed as an elementary school teacher with Ouachita Parish Schools.

Josh is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a B.S. in Agriculture Business with a minor in Business Administration. He is employed at Goldman Equipment.

Following their honeymoon in Maui, Hawaii, the couple has made their home in West Monroe.

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Holidays in CedarTown Your Shopping Wonderland!

Holidays in CedarTown Brunch Menu Chef Cory Bahr

Be the first to experience a Shopping Wonderland at Holidays in CedarTown’s Holidays Brunch, Thursday, November 14th.

Award-winning Chef Cory Bahr, owner of the renowned Cotton and the most recent addition to his Monroe, LA family of restaurants, Nonna, a rustic Italian establishment (fall 2013 scheduled opening), is returning for an encore presentation.

Bahr’s menu and cooking demonstration are set to delight culinary senses and be an inspiration for holiday meals.

Brunch is Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with Chef Cory’s cooking demonstration beginning at 11.

Brunch attendees will also have the added bonus of private shopping at Holidays in CedarTown before it opens to the general public. Admission is $20

Buttermilk Biscuits with Satsuma Preserves Shrimp & Grits Creole Grillades Braised Short Rib & Potato Hash Fall Vegetable Fritatta Sweet Potato Bread Pudding with Buttered Pecan Sauce Thursday, November 14th 10:00 - 12:30 Exclusive Shopping Limited Tickets $20 per person

Open to the Public

Thursday, November 14: 12:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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Featuring appetizers from area restaurants, live music and door prizes.

Chili’s, Raw, BBQ West, Beau Vines Steakhouse and Moore Cake Please Admission $5

Shopping Wonderland Hours

Friday, November 15: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Lunch available from Iron Cactus Saturday, November 16: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Lunch available from Jarrell’s Specialty Foods and Catering Admission: $5 Brunch and iPad tickets may be purchased in advance by calling Cedar Creek School.

Holidays in CedarTown is a project of the Cedar Creek School Parent Club For merchant or ticket information contact Cedar Creek School 2400 Cedar Creek Drive • Ruston, LA 71270 318-255-7707 • www.cedarcreekschool.org Cedar Creek School practices an open nondiscriminatory admission policy.

At 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Holidays in CedarTown will open to the public. Admission is $5.

A new addition to Holidays in CedarTown 2013 is Holidays after Hours featuring complimentary appetizers from area restaurants, live entertainment and door prizes..

Holidays after Hours is Thursday, November 14th from 5:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Drop by after work for a fun filled evening of shopping, entertainment and delicious food provided by Chili’s, Raw, BBQ West, Beau Vines Steakhouse and Moore Cake Please.

A $5.00 general admission ticket admits you to Holidays after Hours and our Shopping Wonderland.

and delicious food items such as homemade fudge, gourmet condiments, and other items that will fill a fabulous gift basket for your mother-in-law, your child’s teacher, or neighbor.

Shopping for your mom? Check out our merchants’ fashion items, home décor, stationery, and Christmas goodies. You’ll be inspired for gift-giving as well as home decorating!

Shopping for those special little ones in your life?

The possibilities are endless. You’ll find toys, books, and personalized items just to name a few. And for the men in your life, there is everything from deer antlers to cowboy boots!

Anna Alexander Designs • Bevvy’s Gourmet • Bullet Designs T.M. • Cache Too • Cinnamon Roasted Nuts & Fudge • Embellishments • Everything Artsy • Fashion of Ruston • Geaux Designs • Glitz Galore - n - More • Kelly Moore Bag • Killgore’s Pharmacy and Gifts • Kin - Mar’s • Lagniappe Embroidery • Laura Glenn Lawson Collections • Lauren Roebuck Designs • Lincoln Outdoor Living • Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio • Mills Gourmet • Nanette’s Notes • Oh So Chic • Paperglaze Calligraphy • Patton’s • Patton’s Downtown • Petal Pushers • Pink Zebra • Rodan and Fields • Rustic Rose • Ruston Florist • Scentsy Fragrance • SeneGence Cosmetics • The Station-Merle Norman • Timeless Treasures • Tyler’s Toy Box • Usborne Books & More • Vintage Treasures • Zija-Blue Ocean Not your typical trip to the mall.

As you can see from the list of merchants, Holidays in CedarTown is truly a Shopping Wonderland!

Visit Holidays in CedarTown and it may just be your lucky day!

Once again, the iPad raffle is back; tickets are $5 or 3 for $10.

You name it, Holidays in CedarTown has it!

Everyone likes unique gifts for the holidays. At Holidays in CedarTown, you won’t be disappointed.

At our Shopping Wonderland, you’ll find unusual

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by Sara Catherine Walton Morgan My whole entire life, I have wanted to go to New York City for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.

When I was a little girl, I would spend parade commercial breaks winding around my mother’s legs while she boiled cranberries and peeled grapes.

(Yes, peeled grapes. I hope she goes before the arthritis sets in, because once her claws freeze up, she can kiss Grandmother Pugh’s twenty-fourhour salad goodbye.) I would beg and plead for her to take me to the parade. Every year, she would tell me, “We can’t miss Thanksgiving while Ganny is alive. When Ganny’s not here any more, we will go.” Ganny was my great-grandmother, and Grandmother Pugh was her mother. I loved Ganny very much, and I didn’t want her to die, but she was old as dirt. I figured I’d be ice skating in Central Park by the tenth grade, tops.

I was twenty-six years-old when Ganny died.

My grandfather, Dennis, had been having strokes for some time before Ganny went, and I knew it would be hard for my mother to be away from him for Thanksgiving, so I was very sensitive when I inquired about our flight and hotel room. I was considerably less sensitive when I found out we didn’t have a flight or hotel room, because “We can’t miss Thanksgiving while Dennis is alive. When Dennis is not here any more, we will go.”

Dennis lived another five years.

I didn’t even ask. I knew we weren’t going anywhere as long as my grandmother was with us.

This past May, after a sudden illness, my Gang Gang passed away. I have eaten thirty-seven Thanksgiving dinners at Gang Gang’s table, and I cry every time I think about the fact that this year, she won’t be there. The last time I was home, I sat right up under Francine’s arm and sobbed while we planned this year’s Thanksgiving dinner, which must be the same.

Everything has to be the same. I think it will be okay as long as it is the same.

We have to have Momee King’s dressing, and Aunt Mildred’s sweet and sour green beans. And peas and cheese from the Cotton Valley Methodist Church cookbook. And Ganny’s sweet potatoes, with marshmallows, never pecans, on top. And whole-berry sauce from the recipe on the cranberry sack, and a relish tray in a cut glass dish Gang and Dennis received when they married in 1948. And Grandmother Pugh’s salad, even though Francine is the only one who likes it, and Aunt Dorothy’s fresh fruit painstakingly peeled and sliced and layered in a trifle bowl. And Sister Shubert rolls, because until Aunt Doris died in 2003, she had always made the rolls from scratch. And Gooko (my Aunt Jan) makes the fresh apple cake and pecan and pumpkin pies with real whipped cream.

I don’t want to go to New York City for the parade anymore. I want to be with my family. And besides, Aunt Dorothy is only ninety-seven.

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Confrontations A One-Man Art Show

by J. Eric McNeil Photos by Tina Custer Jason Byron Nelson walks around the Upstairs Art Gallery in downtown Monroe taking other people’s art off the walls to make room for his solo show, Confrontations. His pieces stand against the walls while he looks them over, counts them several times to make sure they are all there, and contemplates the placement of the pieces.

Juxtaposition is important to Nelson, not in the placement of his pieces, but the content and multiple formats of each. You will see what looks like a line drawing of Alice (in Wonderland) hugging an enormous black and yellow caterpillar. You can almost see it writhing in her arms. But the odd mix in this painting is the word “addict” writing in large red letters behind Alice. In another piece, a man wearing a gas mask and holding a canister that emits smoke or mustard gas runs across the canvas whose background is red damask wallpaper.

Nelson insists that he is not a political artist, although much of his work employs images of war, terrorism, or suicide played out by characters from children’s stories or images from old grade school primers.

“I like to create the idea of something, even though there is something not there,” he said.

He admits that, even while he is working on them, his knows his images will prompt people to think his intention is to make a statement.

“A lot of (my work) winks toward violent nature,” he said. “People see it and then expect it to be political.

But it’s more stylistically dark. I like a juxtaposition of calmness and angst or something less than calm.”

Nelson himself comes across as a set of dialectical fragments that he rearranges constantly. He speaks rapidly, editing his comments instantly, looking for better words.

The “confrontation” that he uses to title his show is not just about the subject matter of a painting. Nor is it solely about how a piece of art brings together the minds of an artist and his audience, although he wants the subject matter to “pull you in.”

“I want you to be confronted by it when you see it,” he said. “I want it to grab you and shake you.”

Nelson’s confrontation is more about the struggle between him and what he puts on the canvas.

“Sometimes I’m 75 percent done with a piece, and I know it’s not working,” he said. “So I take photos of it and put it into the computer and work with it for a while.”

Nelson is a graphic designer at a local advertising agency. He said he majored in graphic design at university because it gave him the option to be creative and to have a steady paycheck.

“I was a very late bloomer with my ‘style,’” he said.

“I went through college without finding out what I wanted to do art wise. Photoshop was my first saving grace.”

He says he does not feel artistic and his art is an outlet that keeps him from becoming “too angry.”

However, he does recognize that he has had some undeniable success as an artist.

Several years back, he uploaded to threadless.com

his piece titled “Flowers in the Attic.” It is the image of a little girl with a handgun, shooting herself in the head. Blood red butterflies blast out the other side.

It was one of the website’s most successful images to be printed on T-shirts. In fact, Nelson has sold the print of “Flowers in the Attic” to people all over the world (he is especially popular in Germany). He also receives pictures from his fans (and they are many) who have had the image tattooed on their bodies.

“When I’m working without compromise and somebody seems to enjoy my work, I feel like an artist,” he said. “Or when I do something that’s in my head, and it translates to the canvas.”

Nelson knows that art is a relative term. The work he does to illuminate his artistic side may become somewhat eclipsed when it is put into the commercial realm.

“A piece is fine art until somebody buys it and puts it on a cd cover,” he said. “I did a piece downtown here of a girl playing a piano. I took a photo of it and put it on my blog. Somebody (bought it and) put it on a cd.”

Because he does commercial work and knows he often walks on the fine line between art and advertising, Nelson is okay with that. But he is discouraged when his art is mistaken as someone else’s work.

One of his biggest influence is the British graffiti artist Banksy. “Flowers in the Attic” is often attributed to him instead of Nelson. “Flowers” has not only been reproduced without permission by print companies, but the piece has also inspired the indie film titled Suicide Butterflies and a song called T-shirt by New Zealand singer-songwriter Anna Coddington.

On indiegogo.com, Inni Winberry, the creator of Suicide Butterflies, writes: The moment I saw the graffiti, I was struck by a powerful, yet unfathomable feeling. How can something so disturbing yet so beautiful happening at the same time. I was deeply touched as it introduced me to a new perspective about life . . . .

At first, Winberry was under the impression that “Flowers” was a Banksy piece. After some research on the Internet, she amends her statement by writing, “I would like to express my thanks to him for creating this original and beautiful artwork that gives me so much inspiration.”

Nelson’s own influence has been far-reaching, and more and more people are recognizing his talents.

He has commissioned to design the likes of Thirty Seconds to Mars (the band of Bossier City actor/ musician Jared Leto), Hank Williams 3, Shreveport poet Buddy Wakefield, Dresden Doll’s Amanda Palmer and producer Matt Schwartz. He did a painting for Neko Case, commissioned by a friend of hers, and two movie posters.

Nelson does not deny some similarities between his work and that of the British artist. But he clearly sees a point of departure from Banksy.

“Banksy’s influence is not so much based on the visual,” he said. “It’s based on method. He’s popular not because he’s good, but because he is smart.

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He took a very low brow art form and started making a commentary. He finds a way to present his work to make people think.”

Hoping to bring graffiti as an art form to Monroe, Nelson dabbles in a more artistic level of the medium. He does not “tag” or paint on walls for the sake of vandalism. He places his work in carefully chosen locales, longing for appreciative eyes to glimpse his creations.

“I think that because we don’t live in a big city, people don’t see graffiti,” he said.

He hopes the town he lives in will continue to embrace the efforts of local artists, but he is realistic about how far support will go. He writes in his blog: I got the idea to do a couple of smaller pieces for the upcoming show. Pieces that I can price at or below $100.

I live in a relatively small town in the south, not exactly a creative hub, where the size of a painting is directly related to the price—whether it should be or not is up for debate.

Nelson’s expectations about his art does not necessarily have a monetary value. He says he prices his pieces low because he wants them to be attainable.

“I sell my pieces pretty cheap,” he said, “I think, because the goal is getting it out there. I want to spark a dialogue, and you can’t do that with it sitting in a closet somewhere.”

And he is excited that many people in Monroe have supported the art crawls that have been taking place for a few years now. Several art galleries have popped up in Monroe and West Monroe, and he sees how they are seeking out sincere artist from colleges and other galleries.

“There are interior designers that pass themselves off as artist,” he said. “If you’re trying to express yourself creatively, I’m on your side. I want art that says you’re at my level, and let’s have a discussion.”

Nelson is not pompous about what he does. He is still humbled and inspired by those artists who have achieved some acclaim, those who continue to push the limits and encourage him to do the same like Banksy, David Choe, and James Jean.

Most of Nelson’s work, graffiti or otherwise, incorporates his stencils that he designs and meticulously cuts to achieve a particular look that is undeniable his own. Because he is a graphic designer and very adept with Adobe design software, his use of stencils seems like a natural progression.

“You can’t frame somebody’s hard drive,” he said. “I became interested in how to get (my graphic design) on canvas. Stencils made sense. When I saw what I could do with stencils, layering colors, it all made sense.

“Your brain starts working differently,” he said. “You start matching all these things together, see what they do together. How can I make that happen?”

Although he claims graffiti “as a style doesn’t influence me,” like the pop culture that is inherent in each of his pieces, it’s not difficult to uncover the impact graffiti has made on Nelson’s art. He is on a mission to capture the layered and textured medium of graffiti.

“When you see it, it is on something textured or written on something not intended to be a canvas,” he said. “It’s weathered. It may be over paper. You look at this piece, and you have a story.”

A story may be what Nelson is trying to find in each of his pieces. Or maybe the story he seeks is his story, the story of an artist, a father, a creator—in whatever medium Nelson finds himself composing.

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Art “Body Language” Art Exhibit Opens at the River Gallery

What does your body language say?

Jane Dixon, November’s Featured artist at River City Art Gallery , has captured this unspoken language on canvas and entitled her exhibit, “Body Language.”Jane observed, “From the time I began to paint, I noticed people’s unique body movements and how these movements expressed more about their emotional state than any verbal communication. It could be something as simple as the tilt of the head, the slump of the shoulder or a person’s manner of walking. Strangely, observing people from their back reflects more about their mood than their facial expression.” Many of her pictures are painted from the ‘back’ view.

She says her objective is to create paintings which trigger the viewer to ask questions. She laughs as she mentioned one particular painting and says, “I think it will cause the viewer to laugh and say “What is Jane began her journey to become an artist approximately seven years ago and you can feel her passion for painting as she talks. Jane says “To be perfectly honest, the word ‘artist’ still makes me feel uncomfortable and when someone introduces me and then follows it up by saying, ‘She

is an artist’ I look around to see who they are referencing because that can’t be me.” Be assured, anyone viewing her exhibit will know “artist” is the correct word to use when introducing her. Her “Body Language” exhibit will be on display during the month of November at the River Gallery.

The River Gallery, 308 Trenton Street, West Monroe, invites you to come see this special show of Jane’s work during the entire month of November.The gallery, is open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

As part of the Cottonport Historic Cultural District of West Monroe, purchases of original art from the gallery are tax-free. Admission is free. Check out our workshop table for upcoming art classes. Paintings and photographs by gallery members can also be seen at The River Gallery’s extension gallery located in the lobby of Ouachita Independent Bank/Bankers Mortgage Plaza at 18th and Louisville in Monroe.

The River Gallery is open late during the Downtown Gallery Crawls on the first Thursday of every other month (February – December) from 5-9. For more information, call 318-322-2380

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Buzz Abstract and equine artwork by Hooshang Khorasani is being shown at several venues this fall and winter. Samples are “Happy Twist” (left), a set of two 6-by6-inch mixed-media on canvas paintings, and “Little Lightning,” a 30-by-40 acrylic on canvas.

Hooshang’s Work Shown Across Country Hooshang Khorasani’s abstract and equine works are being displayed from North Louisiana to New England this fall and winter and beyond – in a holiday show, an auction and two new galleries.

An assortment of the Ruston resident’s artwork will be displayed in the “Presents” exhibition at artspace in Shreveport from Nov. 8 through Jan. 18.

The opening party is 6-9:30 p.m. Nov. 8. Hooshang is one of 13 artists in the show.

“Presents” is a shopping exhibition featuring the unique artworks of area artists. On opening night only there’s a 10 percent discount for purchases, with free gift wrapping. Attendees can also enjoy live holiday music and refreshments. artspace is affiliated with the Shreveport Regional Arts Council and located in downtown Shreveport on Texas Street. For the opening night only, there’s a $10 admission fee; admission to artspace during regular hours is free – Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday noon to 5 p.m.

In addition, a two-painting set of Hooshang’s abstract works was chosen for the Oct. 11-31 22nd Benefit Art Auction at the Attleboro (Mass.) Arts Museum.

Online bidding was scheduled Oct. 11-31 at www.biddingforgood.com/ attleboroartsmuseum2013; the live event is Nov. 2. Hooshang’s paintings, “Happy Twist,” are 6-by-6 inches each, acrylic-mixed media on canvas.

The two new galleries with which he is affiliated are Legacy Gallery in Hot Springs, Ark., and Watershed Gallery in Ridgefield, Conn. Both abstract and equine work will be shown at Legacy, located at 804 Central Ave. Watershed Gallery is featuring Hooshang’s abstract work in its Artist at Large program.

He continues to be represented elsewhere as well, such as with Coloradobased Dianoche Designs (www.dianochedesigns.com), which brightens and decorates homes with illuminated wall art, bedding, laptop covers and other new products.

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The North Central Louisiana Arts Council is pleased to present its 16th annual Holiday Arts Tour in downtown Ruston, November 21-24, 2013.

This year’s theme is Create!, and that’s just what regional artists are doing now in preparation for this big, art-filled weekend.

On Thursday the 21st, thirty-one artists will have work set up in twenty-two locations for Ruston’s Main to Main Christmas Open House from 5-8pm. On Friday from 4-8, artists will be on site in these locations to chat about their work while you take care of your holiday shopping. From 5-8pm, seven of these locations will offer live musical performances: Dr. Cain Budds, classical guitar; Bethany Raybourn, indie singer/songwriter; Elizabeth Vidos, buckets and body percussion; Fred Beavers and Sara Sullivan, old-time country swing; Grace Notes, barbershop a cappella harmony; Kendrick Carter Collection, jazz ensemble; and the Olsen String Trio, classical string music. Be sure to walk over to Pastry Moon at 6pm on Friday for a Poetry Round-Robin featuring four regional poets: April Honaker, Errol Miller, Genaro Ky Ly Smith, and Veronica Schuder.

Saturday’s Tour Hours are sure to please, as visual artists will be on site from 11-5. There will be plenty of time to visit with the artists and see unique demonstrations, such as screen printing and spinning wool.

Another activity on Saturday is a street performance by the Tech Theatre Players where visitors can see this amazing group in stage combat action. Sunday will offer family activities from 1-4pm, with Sprout Sunday projects at three studio locations: Brush Hour Studio, Pastry Moon and Stitchville. Each will offer free art activities for students.

A perfect ending to the long weekend will be a Community Variety Show at 4:30pm at the Dixie Center for the Arts. This show will include the Dixie Dancers, LG Dance Studio, Percussive Arts Institute of Ruston, Grambling Choir, and Ruston Community Theatre. All of the performances and activities in NCLAC’s Holiday Arts Tour are free to the public as part of our mission to foster opportunities for creative expression and build a region where the arts can thrive.

For a complete schedule and listing of all artists and sites, please visit nclarts.org NCLAC is supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council and administered by the Shreveport Regional Arts Council.

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Q & A with Bonnie Ferguson Owner of Pastry Moon Artist Trading Company Pastry Moon Artist Trading Company is a unique store that offers vintage, recycled, and handmade wares. Bonnie Ferguson, the owner, just moved her store to a beautiful new location at 203 W. Alabama in Ruston. We sat down with Bonnie Ferguson to ask her a little bit about herself as an artist and about her business.

Why do you make art?

I have always made art. When I was a toddler, I sewed my first doll dress.

As a child, instead of playing with Barbies, I took pieces of styrofoam, carved them, and then glued discarded fabric on them. I might call once piece a loveseat. Barbie would maybe sit on it, but the next day her Dream House would get completely redecorated.

As a twelve year old, I found a box of paints in the attic and begged my mother to let me use them. I painted two field mice in polka dot aprons pointing to a distant jet (or perhaps a fly?) I sold my paintings on the internet and was the youngest artist juried into the Piney Hills Art Gallery in Ruston. As a teenager, my preoccupation was with painting, and I pumped them out feverishly, along with large drawings on paper.

I made it clear that I would attend art school, and although it took me a while to graduate, it never crossed my mind to study anything else. While in college, I pursued crafts such as needlepoint, sewing, and crochet. By the time I graduated college, I had developed not only a formally trained skill at painting, drawing, and printmaking, but had the craftsmanship and crafting skills of a young textile artist.

Developing the current things that I make was a natural progression. I follow what interests me, what is available, and what my audience needs.

Many people are born with artistic talent, but it can only be fully realized by years of compulsive dedication. I can’t wait to see where this dedication leads me next, considering that I am still in my twenties. There is little interest in pursuing any path that leads me away from an artistic endeavor.

What types of art do you make?

I make several different types of art. Soap making is considered an artisan craft because it takes a lot of preparation, precaution, and sensitivity to human tastes and dislikes. Designing soap is instantly rewarding, and it is an absolute delight to see faces of people that love our recipes. I make soap for my customers, to suit their needs and tastes by providing them a wellmade, natural alternative to mass produced commercial products.

The accessories I design are seasonal and require planning ahead for specific events. For example, this year I focused on making gnome & fairy hats, as well as Viking hats with attachable beards, for area festivals such as the Monroe Celtic fest and Minden’s Tartan Day festival (April).

The fall is scarf season, this year the shop will be officially launching Vagabond, a line of environmentally conscious haute designs. They’re trendy and yet completely unlike anything you’ve ever seen, and that makes me incredibly excited. They can be worn in about a thousand different ways. I like to make custom orders for people, but there are lots of one of a kind pieces to choose from. This is the first real production of them; last year I made a limited edition of twenty five, which all sold.

And eternally, I have a passion and desire to paint. Though it has taken time, I’ve finally realized why I paint. It is entirely different from designing.

It comes in quick momentous explosions of emotion, just like when I was a teenager painting feverishly with acrylics on paper. They are quick, usually

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in less than five hours, they differ in styles, and I paint entirely with my left hand.

While in progress, they do not always have concepts, they are not always in style, and rarely do I understand from what emotions they come from. Usually, it takes completely severing myself from the work to look back and understand what it meant. I will have my first post-graduation body of paintings ready for a show in February/March at the Bossier Arts Council’s Emerging Artists Gallery. For more information on that event, follow Pastry Moon on Facebook.

What do you use to make your art?

We live in a beautiful world, and while everyone can realize that, as an artist I feel it is almost my duty to respect and preserve the majestic habitat I am a part of. The materials used in my studio are nearly always vintage, recycled, and restored. It is almost exciting to find a pristine piece of ancient silk as it is to find a roll of vintage wallpaper. By using vintage/recycled materials, I can keep my footprint a little lighter while being enthralled in the hunt for exciting materials. The design process is dynamic and exciting, I never know what I can make next, but as always, I use the motto, “do what you can with what you have.”

Without the support of my family and friends, this shop would not exist. I am flabbergasted that so many people believe in the work I make, and like it enough to let it occupy space and be used in their lives. It is absolutely amazing to know so many talented artists that appreciate conservation, and faith cementing to know such a mindful customer base.

The new shop on west Alabama ave in ruston features the work of several local artist. All of these artists have common threads in that all seek to be environmentally kind. Dorene Kordal, with her line of exquisite Fabulous Felts made from recycled bottles, Teresa Ferguson with a keen eye for vintage jewelry and upcycled jewelry creations. Lora Lee, with Centations designs made from coins and recycled copper. And Erin Mcdonald, whose funky recycled patchwork accessories add to an amazing display and variety of unique handmade items.

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Where Education Meets Entertainment

The Complete Works of Disney, Abridged • SYAA’s production featuring the 7 to 12 year olds involved in the After School Program • Fun skits with twists on your favorite Disney movies and characters • December 12, 6:00 PM; December 15, 2:00 PM • Tickets are $6 for children & students and $10 for adults

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by Walter Allen • Musical Direction by Hayden Cole • Auditions - ages 8 to 18 (high school 18, please), November 3rd, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm; November 4th, 5:30-7:30 pm; specifications on SYAA website • Public Productions - December 20th, 7:00 pm; December 21, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm; December 22, 3:00 pm • Tickets are $6 for children/students and $10 for adults • Christmas on Broadway is available in part or in whole to businesses looking for Holiday Party entertainment, call Carmen at 318.265.1967 for details

Theatrical Dance Lessons with Missy Crain Studios Voice Lessons with Amy Matherne Violin Lessons with Samantha Matherne

Still to Come at SYAA in the 2013-2014 Season: • The Little Mermaid, Jr. • The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe • Next Semester’s After School Program

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The current members of Lunte’s college flute studio will be featured in a night of flute solos. Free and open to the public.

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The Percussion Ensemble Concert will be held in Brown Auditorium.

Free and open to the public.

7:30 p.m.

The community is invited to kick off the holiday season with the annual ULM Tree Lighting and Holiday Concert at 5 p.m., in front of Brown Hall. Free and open to the public.

The Jazz Ensemble will perform in Brown Auditorium.

The 20-piece big band performs high energy jazz, Latin jazz, funk, and swing music. Free and open to the public.

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Dance Fusion returns to Brown Auditorium. ULM students, faculty and staff receive one free ticket with a valid ULM I.D. Tickets are $5 for general admission; free for children under 12. 7:30 p.m.

VAPA will partner with the Monroe Symphony Orchestra to present Art with a Bayou View in ULM’s Library Conference Center from 6-9 p.m.

Celebrating its 12th anniversary, this year’s event includes a juried art competition showcasing both local and regional artists. The $50 event ticket includes gourmet appetizers, decadent desserts, wine, beer, a martini bar, and an artist lecture by Dr. Edward Pinkston along with the opportunity to view/ purchase quality art. Also featured is a live auction of packages including trips to New Orleans, Orange Beach, Beaver Creek, a stay at the Paragon Casino, a Blue Dog print, a painting by Lissy Sanders, wine, catered dinners by respected local chefs, and much more.

For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Monroe Symphony Orchestra office at (318) 812-6761 or visit the website at monroesymphonyorchestra. com/artwithaview.html.

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He emerges from the far side of his dark blue SUV bearing the sticky outline of the word “police.” He is wearing shorts, no shirt or shoes, and a perfectly coiffed Mohawk. His tiny entourage, two Pomeranians, circle about his feet like electrons to his towering nucleus.

He leads me to his bedroom to show off the bed he constructed from lumber salvaged from an old barn. A black guitar leans against a dresser, and an electronic keyboard sits near his bed. Mitchell, a.k.a Johnny Mohawk to northern Louisiana radio listeners, stations himself at the instrument and begins to sing a song he wrote, pounding out a boogie-woogie to rival Louisiana icon Jerry Lee Lewis.

The foot of his bed doubles as an easel, holding a sheet of plywood he intends to use as a canvas for a painting for Marion alligator hunters David LaDart and Jeromy Pruitt. He tells me about the perspective of the painting—the alligator looming in front, being hauled in by the hunters farther back.

Later, as we sit in his childhood home—one built by his grandfather in the 70’s and now a bachelor

pad that he shares with his father—I listen to him talk about the murals he has drawn on the walls of homes and building across the country. One such mural housed in the Downtown YMCA of Nashville is five stories high. He tells me it is from the perspective of a person as small as an ant looking at a sixfoot butterfly and a 14-foot turtle in three-foot wide bamboo.

Throughout the course of our conversation, he has told me about all the places where he has lived and all his adventures with his Pomeranian Austin, and I realize that “perspective” is a word that describes the artist/handyman perfectly. When it comes to life, perspective is not something Johnny Mohawk is

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His life may not be totally unconventional by most standards, but he does not let time or location or money or any other of life’s trappings dictate the path he follows, no matter how circuitous that path may sound to less adventurous ears.

Mitchell grew up in Ruston and eventually enrolled at Louisiana Tech University because his mother wanted him to get an education. But like many a young man eager to surf the foggy waters of possibility, he followed a girl out of Louisiana, and from there, a pastiche of stories and places, fame and the search for the next splendor, began to take shape.

“I’d wanted to go to California since I was 15,” he said, and I could see, although Mitchell is now 44 years old, that same hopeful glint that must have been in his eyes when he was a younger man.

He began to track across the country, picking up experience and experiences. He landed in Vail, Colorado, where he took on jobs such as house sitting.

He even became an au pair for the three grandsons of the ambassador of Denmark.

“They were three, five, and eight-year-old boys,” he said. “I took them to school and hockey practice.

I made them snacks and dinner.”

The two younger boys were in day care two days a week, so Mitchell took care of them the rest of the week. He kept the boys busy by taking them on adventures in Vail and casting them in homemade music videos and videos of skit.

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“We made this one skit with them crawling through the kitchen saying, ‘Water, water,’ and when they got to the glass of water, they stuck their combs in the water and comb their hair,” he said.

The boys have grown up, and one of them is married, but Mitchell keeps in touch with his buddies via Facebook.

“They said I was the best nanny they ever had,” he said.

Mitchell doesn’t stay put for long. He hit a few more places on the map before taking a job at the Club Med in Cancun, Mexico. At the time, he had been back in Vail, living out of his new yellow X-Terra, camping in the mountains. He loaded his guitar,

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keyboard, and drums into his X-Terra and drove to Florida to catch a ferry to the Yucatan.

It was Christmas Eve, when he met a girl named London on the ferry. She and her family, Baton Rouge natives, were also going to Cancun where her father had a house. She and Mitchell spent the week together, falling in love.

“After a year of being in Cancun, she convinced me to leave,” he said. “We drove from Cancun to Austin, Texas. It took four days to drive through the deserts and jungles. We went through 12 military checkpoints.”

When they made it to Austin, the couple started looking for a third party to their relationship. A Pomeranian.

“I don’t know why,” Mitchell said. “I’d had dogs before, but I just got it in my head that I wanted a Pomeranian. I saw two dogs, but they were not strong dogs. I wanted a strong dog. Then I found Austin, and it was like angels and rainbows and music.”

Immediately, Austin Rebel (who got part of his name from the city where Mitchell adopted him) proved to be a showman. When Mitchell picked the dog up with one hand, Austin placed his front paws in his new master’s palm and his back paws on his forearm. He was able to balance there while Mitchell carried him around. That night, they went to a dinner party and performed to the amazement of the crowd. Mitchell has since had his palm and forearm tattooed with dog paws where Austin stands.

While in Texas, Mitchell took on many odd jobs— managing a sandwich shop, selling gym memberships, and even pulling a rickshaw on nights and weekends, a job that brought in up to $500 a night.

He worked for a high-end paint company doing faux finishes on the walls and ceilings of some of Austin’s elite, including the home of Sandra Bullock.

Mitchell’s relationship with Austin outlasted his relationship with London. He moved to Nashville to take a songwriting workshop, working as a kickboxing instructor and trainer at the YMCA. He would ride his skateboard through the city with Austin running beside him on a leash attached to a harness.

And then the magic happened.

“One day I stopped to take a phone call,” he said.

“I picked Austin up and had him on my arm. I hung up the phone, and without thinking, stepped on the

skateboard. I realized that I could skate with him on my arm. I was so excited I stopped this guy and asked him to take a picture.”

The two were skateboarding near a long line of people outside an Incubus concert when Mitchell pulled Austin toward him by his harness, and the dog—hair cut to emulate the mane of a lion—flew through the air and landed on Mitchell’s arm.

“The people started screaming, ‘Do it again,’” Mitchell said. He knew that he and his pup, “The Flyn-Lion,” were on to something.

At a P.F. Chang’s, a city council member handed Mitchell his business card and gave him permission to perform with Austin in the Nashville Christmas parade.

“I knew something was special about me and my dog,” he said. “We made five runs in the parade, and people loved it.”

The man and his dog went on the road, landing in places such as Aspen, Colorado. At an X-Games party where they did a photo shoot with two Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders and a Playmate to promote a television program titled Aspen, the Series.

“The next day we did a photo shoot on the top of a mountain,” he said. “And that night there was another party sponsored by Target. I was playing drums with (professional skater) Shaun White for an hour while Austin was running around the party taking pictures with all these models.”

The producers of Aspen, the Series invited Mitchell to continue the promotional gig at the Olympic Games in Torino, Italy. Seven days later, he and his dog were in the Alps with Miss Hooters, Miss Hawaiian Tropic, Miss Oklahoma, and a Playmate.

“We spent a month in the Alps in the Dolimites,” he said. “We took a thousand pictures a day, every day.”

Mitchell describes the phenomenon of his success as a “serendipitous flow.” He said, “All these beautiful things just keep on getting more beautiful.”

When Mitchell went back to California, he made a living by painting murals, signs, and faux finishes. He and Austin became Venice Beach “icons,” performing their “flying” trick on the promenade. The muralist and his dog were themselves “immortalized” in a mural by one of Venice Beach’s renowned muralist, Rip Cronk.

Mitchell and Austin have since been invited to many celebrity events, and they have been featured in television shows, music videos, and six movies. In

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From top: 1) Mitchell and Austin in Vail, Colo. 2) Austin with the models in Vail. 3) Mitchell and actress Sarah Chalke on the set of CBS’s How I Met Your Mother.

one movie, a comedy with Joey Lawrence titled The Hit List, Austin had to play an old lady’s obnoxious pet that kept pooping in front of a neighbor’s door.

Lawrence’s character, a hit man, “takes him out,” as they say, and tosses the dog in a grave with his other victims.

Although Austin was not really murdered, while in California, misfortune did strike not once, but three times. For some reason, people keep kidnapping Mitchell’s dog. The last time, Austin was gone for a year and half.

“They see him and get a crush on him,” Mitchell said. “They say, ‘Oh, I want him,’ and they take him.”

But Mitchell knew that he would one day be reunited with his dog. He returned to Louisiana when his mother fell ill, leaving the hunt for Austin in the hands of his California friends. Mitchell said that the night before he received the telephone call that Austin had been found, he got on his knees and prayed that his dog would be returned.

Austin turned up at a veterinarian’s office where he was scanned for a microchip. Luckily, they found one.

“Buying that chip was the best twenty bucks I’d ever spent,” Mitchell said.

Since they have been back in Louisiana, Mitchell has found news ways to employ his talents. He sings and plays in a reggae-funk-rock band, he does some

carpentry work (a skill he learned from his father) and faux finishing, he teaches kickboxing classes, and he continues with his radio show as Johnny Mohawk. And he is still looking for that one girl with whom he can settle down and start a family.

As I prepare to end my visit with Mitchell, he tells me that I have to have a picture made with Austin and Brandy Rebel, Jr., Austin’s daughter. He places Austin on my arm, and surprisingly the dog balances better than a Cirque de Soleil acrobat. Mitchell positions his made-over Shaun White skateboard under my foot and cradles Brandy in my other arm. In the picture, we do not look as majestic as Mitchell who has learned to extend his “Fly-n-Lion” toward spectators during performances with great poise, but for a moment I do feel the majesty.

Something tells me that Johnny “Mohawk” Mitchell is not going to stop seeking new adventures. He and Austin and Brandy will always be out there riding the sidewalks somewhere.

“When I was in Sistriere, Italy,” he said, “there was an older man who would hold Austin’s face and say, ‘Ciao, bella.’ And he said to me, “You know, it’s your duty to show him to the world.”

Even if the stage is a local elementary school classroom or videos uploaded to Youtube.com, sharing his lovable little dog with others is exactly what Mitchell intends to do.

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Holiday Recipes from the Kitchen of Chef Kristine Schug by “The Wine Girl” - Wendy Freeman CSW, FWS

Gorgonzola Mousse 8oz. Gorgonzola cheese 24 oz. cream cheese at room temperature 1 tbsp. freshly ground pepper 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 cup lightly toasted walnuts With a food processor running, add cream cheese in chunks until all is incorporated. Stop machine and stir mousse around with spatula to free any large pieces

Tomatoes Stuffed with Feta Cheese, Greek Olives & Herbs 36 tiny tomatoes, tops and insides removed 6 oz. feta cheese, crumbled ¼ Kalamata olives, minced ¼ cup roasted red bell pepper, finely chopped 2 tbsp. red onion, minced 1 tbsp. parsley, minced 1 tsp. each fresh thyme and oregano Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

not yet blended. Add Gorgonzola and start machine again. Blend until smooth. Stir in pepper, walnuts and rosemary to cheese mixture, refrigerate in an air-tight container for two hours or up to one week. When ready to use, mousse should be fairly firm, not runny. It can then be spread on a crouton, pita chip, French bread or can be molded for a different look.

Makes enough mousse for twenty people to have 2-3 each. Serve with Schug Cabernet Sauvignon.

Place tiny tomatoes upside down on a plate covered with a paper towel and let sit for about 10 minutes. When they are relatively “dry” mix together all remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.

When evenly blended, place teaspoonfuls of cheese mixture into tomatoes until they are all filled to the top. Place on a serving plate and refrigerate. Serve chilled within an hour or two of being filled. Makes enough for 12 guests to have 3 tomatoes each. Serve with Schug Sauvignon Blanc.

Well, it’s that time of the year again: the holidays – the truest excuse to indulge surpassing all other excuses, however creative, year long. During this season of perpetual partying, odds are you will either be hosting a party or attending one. This guide is to help you stay focused on the important things – party attire and socializing! No need to stress over which dish to create or fret about the perfect wine pairing, Chef Kristine Schug of Schug Carneros Estate Winery, has already done the planning for us. Here a just a few of her fabulous recipes and wine pairings to help make your holiday party complete.

To see more of Chef Kristine’s recipes log onto www.schugwinery.com.

Bon appétit, happy holidays, and cheers!

Caramelized Onion Tart with Blue Cheese 3 pre-baked 6’ tart shells 2 cups caramelized onions 1 egg 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper 6 oz. Blue cheese, crumbled 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary, very finely chopped ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts

Beat egg, cream, salt and pepper together then stir into the caramelized onions. Place spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the tart shells until they are full to the rim. Place on baking sheets and bake at 375 degrees for about 25 minutes or until no longer runny. Serve with Schug Carneros Chardonnay.

Grilled Yukon Gold Potato together the vinegar, brown sugar, Salad with Basil & Bacon 8 large Yukon Gold potatoes, cooked, peeled and sliced ½-inch thick ½ lb. sliced bacon, cooked until crispy, fat reserved 3 tbsp. Balsamic vinegar 2 tsp. Brown sugar ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp. salt (or to taste) Freshly ground pepper to taste ¼ cup chopped fresh chives ½ cup chopped fresh basil Chop the bacon roughly and set aside. In a large serving bowl mix

olive oil, salt, pepper and chopped herbs. Lightly brush potato slices with bacon fat on both sides. Grill over a hot grill (gas or charcoal) until nicely marked and heated through, approximately 4 minutes per side depending on heat level of grill. Place grilled potato slices in a large, covered bowl as they finish grilling. When all the potato slices have been grilled, add them to the serving bowl with the vinaigrette ingredients and the chopped bacon. Quickly toss together till evenly mixed, serve warm. Serve with Schug Carneros Pinot Noir.

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CHEF’S CORNER an insightful look inside the kitchens of local chefs

by Tara Parker-Ambrose Photos by Gary Guinigundo

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n the words of Mama Josephine Cascio, “like something out of my dreams”, the legacy continues with Joe and Renee Cascio’s vision “Cascio’s Tavern,” perfectly situated in the hauntingly decadent Antique Alley in downtown West Monroe.

Cascio’s Tavern opened its doors on August 14, 2012, as Joe and Renee dove head first into the restaurant dream that Joe himself shared with his beloved father, Victor Cascio. Joe recalls their decision, ”It was scary… and [Renee and I] were scared to death”.

Even as a young man in 1985, Joe shared that he knew what the restaurant business “meant to this family”, and he expressed his desires, even then, ”to enhance and expand upon the good thing” the Chateau was. He has done so successfully with the divine artistry of two of the area’s crafted culinary genius’, Executive Chef Chris McKnight and Sous Chef Simon Brown.

Monroe native, Chef Chris McKnight began realizing his culinary abilities at the tender age

of 5 after spending time with his grandmother.

Chris recalls fondly of the time spent with his grandmother making biscuits and desserts growing up.

Chef Chris began his course in the culinary realm back in 1997 when he began working at Logan’s and Outback. It was then he felt strongly that he had a “higher calling.” After graduating from West Monroe High School in 2001, Chef Chris recalls fondly that he received his first big break in the restaurant industry from Chef Cory Bahr at Restaurant Sage.

Chris remembers vividly how he sought out every opportunity given to him by Chef Bahr, whether it was making salads or washing the dishes, Chris states that he absorbed “what he needed to know.”

As fate would have it, Chris moved swiftly up the ladder of success to eventually become Executive Chef at Restaurant Sage.

With his dreams pressing him forward, Chef Chris later rejoined Chef Bahr for a short stint at Restaurant Cotton where his Classic French cuisine sustained his placement in Chef Bahr’s brigade

until he found his calling at Cascio’s Tavern in July of 2013.

Married to the lovely Mandi Tubbs McKnight, Chef Chris is a proud step-parent and enjoys spending his free time with his family.

Presently, Chef Chris oversees a kitchen staff of 5, including his phenomenally gifted Sous Chef, Simon Brown. Aided by an additional 10 wait staff on the floor, the very humble Dylan Wallace heads up the crew out front to ensure your dining experience at Cascio’s Tavern will most certainly be one that Mama Josephine herself would be vehemently proud of.

Born in city of Dunfermline, Scotland, birthpalce of famed business magnate and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, Sous Chef Simon Brown began realizing his culinary abilities at the young age of 13 when he started out as a dishwasher at a local restaraunt. While growing into a young man, Chef Simon’s interests became paramount in the culinary realm through the baking influences of his Mother and Grandmother.

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After he finished school at Dundee College with a degree in Professional Cookery in 2004, Chef Simon was eager to put his techniques in classic French cuisine to work.

Aided by nothing more than his life experiences, Chef Simon held fast to the training that allowed him to maximize his education during his culinary journey.

Throughout his culinary journey, Chef Simon has humbly held positions at Carnoustie Resort, The Apex Hotel chain, La Vallee Blanche Restaurant in Glasgow, as well as holding a position at Monroe’s Restaurant Cotton before moving into his current position at Cascio’s Tavern in June of 2013. His vision is to assist Cascio’s in reaching national as well as local acclaim with their fresh produce, Gulf Coast seafood and fresh meat.

Though Chef Simon is a culinary genius, he humbly attributes his success as a chef through his training under such culinary giants such as Chef Paul Whitecross (member of the World Master chefs Society in Scotland), Chef Bruce Price (a triple winner of the Scottish Chef of the year award), and Chef Neil Clark (Head Chef at La Vallee Blanche Restaurant in Glasgow).

With his lovely wife, Jennifer Kadar Brown at his side, Chef Simon has made Louisiana his home with the utmost of ease.

Through the tests of time, bridging the generation gaps in between, Cascio’s Tavern and the Cascio family continue the legacy of phenomenal cuisine started by Mama Josephine Cascio all those many years ago. Proving simply that hard work and the strong will of a one determined lady can impact a community for generations to come.

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Q & A with Chef Simon Brown 1. Favorite place to dine for breakfast with family? Cracker Barrel 2. Favorite place to dine out for lunch/dinner with family? My wife and I love to go to Baja Burrito in Nashville, Tennessee and indulge in the stuffed beef burrito.

3. Favorite all-around eateries in North Louisiana? El Jarrito 4. What do you enjoy doing when you are not at the restaurant cooking? I enjoy shooting skeet, golfing, working out and MMA. 5. Do you have a favorite sport? Football, fishing, hunting, soccer, golf? I’m an avid soccer fan!

6. What’s your favorite team? Celtics in Glasgow!

7. What is your favorite thing about the North Louisiana region? The FOOD. The southern classic foods - there’s nothing like biscuits and gravy!

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8. What is your personal favorite menu item at Cascio’s?

The Daily Specials 9. What is your favorite junk food? Baby Ruth Bars and Zapp’s Cajun Crawtaters 10. Any accolades you’d like to mention? I was nominated and named “Young Scottish Chef of the Year” in 2008, as well as being a semifinalist for “National Chef of the Year” in 2008.

11. Anything else you’d like the readers to know about yourself, your family, or your goals and vision for Cascio’s? I’d like to bring Cascio’s to the forefront of local modern cuisine and offer something new and exciting to people in this area. Eventually, I’d like to open my own style of restaurant.

Q & A with Chef Chris McKnight 1. Favorite place to dine for breakfast with family? Community Coffee in New Orleans for donuts and coffee. If only it were closer!

2. Favorite place to dine out for lunch/dinner with family? Magic Grill, for a roast beef po-boy 3. Favorite all-around eateries in Louisiana? Dominico, located in the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans 4. Do you currently do any volunteer work of any kind? Though our schedule stays pretty full, I would love to do more volunteer work in the area. In the past we’ve participated in the Black & White Ball for the March of Dimes and would love to contribute more to the community.

5. What is your personal favorite menu item at Cascio’s? The daily lunch specials 6. What is your favorite junk food? I love Icees – to take all the different flavors and mix them 7. Any accolades you’d like to mention? I was a participant in the National American Seafood Cook Off in 2012.

8. Anything else you’d like the readers to know about yourself, your family, or your goals and vision for Cascio’s? Anything the customer eats at Cascio’s has been hand-crafted from the freshest products, keeping us as chefs on our toes. We, Chef Simon and I, welcome the opportunity to serve each guest personally, and also welcome customers to request special menu items. We want our customers to know our food is fresh and prepared with the utmost passion.

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Chef Chris McKnight’s Silver Queen Corn and Crab Macque Choux 6 ears of silver queen or other type of southern corn 2 tablespoons of butter 2 shallots (minced) 2 cloves of garlic (minced) 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup of shrimp stock 1 tablespoon of chopped chives 4 tablespoons spoons of flour 1 cup heavy cream ¼ cup of parmesan cheese 1 lb of jumbo lump crab meat (picked for shells) 1 teaspoon of white truffle oil

Cut all corn off of cobs. Place the cobs in heavy cream on the stove and simmer for 5 minutes. Combine butter and truffle oil in a large skillet over moderate heat. Add the corn and shallots to the butter mixture stirring occasionally until the corn is tender and translucent (5-10 minutes). Then add garlic and the red pepper flakes to mixture and simmer for an additional 3 minutes. Next add crab meat and flour and cook for 10 minutes on low heat stirring occasionally. After 10 minutes add stock, cream (remember to strain the cream from the cob) and cheese and keep to a low simmer for 20 minutes. Season to taste with kosher salt, freshly ground white pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg. Garnish with fresh chopped chives.

Chef Simon Brown’s Almond Milkshake (Serves 10) 1 1/4 cups Creme Anglaise 4oz Almond Paste 2/3 cup Sugar Syrup 1/2 cup water 1 cup Milk First make creme anglaise: heat 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream with a split vanilla bean. In a bowl whisk 3 egg yolks with a 1/4 cup sugar. Once cream mixture is warm add to egg mixture and mix well. Put mix back into pot and heat slowly. Cook very slowly, stirring constantly until mix coats the back of a spoon. Take off heat and pour into a clean bowl and allow cooling.

Next make the sugar syrup by adding 1 cup sugar, 1 cup of water and the juice of 1 lemon to a heavy pot. Bring to a boil and pour into a container and allow cooling.

Now to make the milkshake, in a blender add almond paste, sugar syrup and water. Blend till smooth. Pass mix through a fine mesh strainer and add creme anglaise and milk. Pour into a container and chill till ready to use.

Pour milkshake into shot glasses and serve with Ginger & Norris Cane Syrup Parfait.

Chef Simon Brown’s Ginger & Norris Cane Syrup Parfait 1 knob of Ginger (peeled & grated) 6tbsps Norris Cane Syrup 1 Vanilla Bean (split & scraped) 8 Egg Yolks 1 packet powdered Gelatine 1 1/2cups Heavy Cream First, line a 7x11” freezer proof dish with nonstick spray. Roll out cling film onto a workbench and make a double layer. Push cling film into dish overlapping edges making sure that the dish is completely lined with no air bubbles. Put grated ginger, vanilla and cane syrup into a pot with 4tbsps water. Cook slowly on a medium heat till ginger is soft. Pass the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl and add gelatine. Whisk till gelatine dissolves. Put egg yolks into a mixer and whisk on high speed till light and fluffy then add cane syrup mixture slowly. Keep mixer on high speed till the bottom of the bowl is cold and egg yolk and cane syrup mixture doubles in size.

In a medium bowl, add heavy cream and whip until ribbon stage where soft peaks are formed.

Combine egg mixture and cream together thoroughly. Pour mixture into prepared dish and freeze for 24 hours. To serve, slice parfait with a hot wet knife and cut in half. Sandwich parfait between 3 nougatine wafers.

Chef Simon Brown’s Pecan Nougatine 2 cups Sugar 2tbsp Water 3 cups shelled Pistachios Put sugar and 2 tbsp water in a large frying pan; heat slowly till sugar turns to a light caramel. Add pecans and coat well. Pour onto a parchment lined tray and leave to cool and harden.

Once hard, break up with a food hammer and blitz in a food processor till it’s a powder. Use rectangular cookie cutter or mould to shape nougatine wafers by placing mould on parchment lined tray and filling mould with mixture of pressing into a thin layer. Lift off mould and repeat 36 times (make room for breakages) Cook at 3500F for 5 mins till golden brown. Place tray on a cooling rack and leave to cool. Once cool to the touch carefully lift off each wafer with a spatula and place on parchment paper (they will be very fragile).

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Heather’s Pet Project The Healing Power of Pets

by Heather Parker Flipping through television channels one morning, a story on “Unsolved Mysteries” caught my eye. It was about dogs that alerted their owners to illnesses. They smelled something wrong. In one case, it was a Schnauzer that detected his owner’s dangerously low blood sugar level. The other, a Labrador, alerted her owner to a lump in her breast that turned out to be an aggressive form of cancer.

In fact, dogsdetectcancer. org reports that canines are aiding scientists in the development of a mechanical nose to detect cancer. But, it’s not yet as sensitive as a real dog’s nose.

What else in the world can have a positive effect on your health? Add cats and horses to that list. They can lower your blood pressure and improve your mood, bringing a smile to your face when you feel there’s no other reason to be happy. They can help lift depression and even soften the symptoms of a panic attack. There’s a silent connection between human and animal.

A few years ago, Purina Cat Chow conducted a study that showed the vast majority of breast cancer survivors who owned cats felt their pets had a calming effect on them during their battle.

Our furry companions are also a great source of strength. Equine therapy has been found to be helpful in the treatment of some people with autism. Experts say the calm rhythm of riding a horse can indirectly help patients to focus.

Some children who have trouble reading find dogs among their best cheerleaders. They’re patient, encouraging, and don’t judge when there’s a stumble. They listen. Some schools are listening too, and incorporating therapy dogs into their programs.

Maybe the unsolved mystery is not so much the power of pets, but why we don’t listen to them more often. I love that “dog” spelled backward is “GOD.”

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Gardening GURU

by Kerry Heafner ThanksD.to all who came

out for the Northeast Louisiana Master just Gardeners’ This month, reminders first annual fall bulb sale. about a couple upcoming If you didn’t make it to the events. I hope to see everyone farmer’s market last month at Louisiana Purchase or have reconsidered Gardens and Zoo onyour decision to not plant bulbs, Saturday,April 7th, for our don’t worry, you haven’t Easter missedEGGstravaganza. out! We have plenThis is the annual egg ty of bulbs left over and there is still timeEaster to plant. hunt sponsored by the Louisiana Purchase Contact Christy Francis at Kiroli Park in West Monroe Zoological Society, and can it's fix always a huge at (318) 396-4016 and she you up with event. some There bulbs. is a special admission price from 10:00 a.m.

The12:30 NELAp.m., Master also be hostinga.m., until withGardeners egg huntswill starting at 11:00 our fourth annual January seminar in conjunction a prize every time, guaranteed! We at the zoo look with the Ag Our keynote speaker bebecause Melin- it forward to Expo. the Easter egg hunt everywill year, da Myers from Birds and Bloom Magazine.

As plankicks off the busy season, and it's a safe, family-orientning of the Expo continues I will have more specific ed activity for those staying in the Monroe area for information for you, so stay tuned! the Easter holiday. And, if you see your Gardening I think we survived another ArkLaMiss summer Guru milling around, be sure to say hello. The zoo's with relative ease, don’t you? The screaming hot kitchen gardenand willmiserable be well underway by then.

This temperatures humidity didn’t hit until year, my goal is to grow the Holy Trinity: onions, late in the summer, and temperatures evened out asbell peppers andarrived. celery. I've never grown before, soon as fall I hear through thecelery grapevine, but the seedlings good so isfar.predicting Keep your fingers however, that thelook wooly worm a cold crossed. winter for us. This is an old wives tale straight out of Appalachia, and while I don’tLouisiana know exactly what meAlso, the Northeast Orchid teorological capabilities a hairy caterpillar might posSociety will host a “How to Grow Orchids” ses, old timers up in the mountains swore by it.

I hope workshop and plant sale on Saturday, May 19th, in thatLouis prediction correct;ofwe need a good, cold winthe Lockeis Room the Ouachita Parish ter to reset our Public Library located at 1800 Stubbs Avenue in climatological Monroe. This year's workshop will be conducted by clock, so to Lena speak.Parker, an accredited judge with the American Orchid Society.

This year has Registration is from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m., the beenwith one of ex-workshop being from 9:30 to noon.

There will be a plant sale after the workshop at 407 perimentation Rochelle Avenue in Monroe. The cost of the workin the garden, and our experi- which includes an orchid plant. How's shop is $25.00, ments con- For more information, contact Keith that forare a deal! tinuing into the 388-2016.

Joiner at (318) fall. Well, It’s hard to off last month hoping that tomato I left believe that fall seeds would be germinated by now. Boy, are they favorites like ever! I told you in February that I am trying a variety broccoli, cauA lovely ready for harvest this year called Delicious (=cabbage Giant Delicious). liflower, BrusAccording to Dr.Amy Goldman in her book The sels sprouts, Heirloom Tomato from Garden to Table: Recipes, kale, the Martian-like kohlrabi, and cabbage arePortraits, all and Historyspecies. of the World's Most Beautiful Fruit differthe same Humans have simply bred (Bloomsbury the world recordon tomato ent varieties ofPublishers), Brassica oleracea to capitalize delicious, flower buds, large specimen and compact was a unopened seven pound twelve ounce of lateral buds,grown or sweet compacted Delicious by aleaves man in Edmond,into OK aincentral 1986. I head.

All belong to the mustard family, Brassicaceae. don't know if there's a cow in the entire ArkLaMiss This pasthelp season, I was pleasantly to that could a gardener break that surprised still-standing learn how easy it is to grow cabbage.

Being paterrecord, but we won't know if we don't try will we? nally of German descent, I naturally love sauerkraut It doesn't seem like we've really had a winter and “red slaw,” the type of coleslaw from back home does it? Take this opportunity to get outside and get that’s made with vinegar and tomatoes rather than your gardensorgoing.

In the Inmean time,toenjoy mayonnaise other goop. addition beingsome easy pictures from the seminar sponsored by to grow, a row of compact, perfectly roundthe cabbage Northeast Master in heads simply Louisiana make the garden lookGardeners darn attractive.

January. Our theme was the Natural History of Southern Gardens, and it was both successful and great fun. See you in May, when we should be seeing the first fruits, literally, of gardening success.

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Helpful Horticulture

by Kerry D. Heafner Upcoming Events

Cabbage has a long history in the United States. It was a staple in antebellum gardens and became even more popular after the Civil War. William Woys Weaver describes historic varieties such as Cannonball, Early Perfectly formed head of cabJersey Wakefield, bage from the zoo’s garden Red Drumhead, PhotosKelby courtesy of Shari signs Picou and Midge Willis Author Ouchley books and speaks and Winnigstädt seminar attendees. in his Heirloomwith Vegetable Gardening: A Master Gardener’s Guide to Planting, Seed Saving, and Cultural History (Henry Holt & Company, New York). It is said that cabbage was grown extensively in the gardens at Rosedown Plantation, as well. A few seasons ago, I tried growing Early Jersey Wakefield, a particular favorite of Thomas Jefferson in his gardens at Monticello, but cabbage worms proved to be superior opponents.

Master Gardener Mary McFarland and her Basically, cabcenterpiece of daffodils. bages can be sepA late spring/early summer hararated into two vest of cabbage and Swiss chard groups: those that produce round heads and those that produce pointed heads. Trying searching for seeds of varieties in each group and give them a try in your fall garden. Varieties labeled as “savoy” cabbages will have attractively wrinkled leaves, and add a different texture to the garden. Plant them now for harvest in late winter, then plant again for harvest in late spring or early summer. However, our heat, humidity, and inconsistent rain patterns make cabbage growing a futile attempt in Master Gardeners Gloria Madden,Teresa summer.

I oftenand Dawn Jordan help with registering Smith p r eattendees ach of Natural History of Southern about the Gardens difference in flavor between Cabbage seedlings in the hot bed. Transs o m e plant when the first true leaf develops. thing that has just been plucked out of the garden versus something bought in a supermarket that was harvested days ago. I’ll spare you that sermon this month, except to say that cabbage is no exception!

Good luck, enjoy, and Molly and I wish all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Tips from the Guru

Cabbage seeds are smaller than radish seeds, so be careful not to sow them too thick. I’ve germinated three varieties (Late Flat Dutch, Early Flat Dutch, and Copenhagen Market) in my hot bed.

Sow seeds about 1/8th of an Speaker Thomas inch deep andMarjorie keep moist.

Germi- confers with Steven Hotard about nation will be evident in a week or the venue less. prior to speaking.

When the first true leaves form, transplant them to six packs or to four inch pots and water with a dilute fish emulsion fertilizer.

Cabbage and other leafy vegetables benefit from more nitrogen than fruiting vegetables.

When it’s time to transplant to the garden, cabbages need space if they’re to reach optimum size.

Cabbages, like other vegetables, do best in a highly organic, humusrich soil.

Space plants at least 18 inches Some of athe vendors for The apart in row, with each row Natural Histor spaced two feet more apart.Gardens oforSouthern Plants can be set as deep as the first leaves.

Because the root system doesn’t get very deep, consistent watering is essential for good cabbage production. A mulch of hay, straw, leaves, or grass clippings won’t hurt either.

Weed with care so as to not damage shallow roots.

Generally, sources say cabbages are ready for harvest about 100 days from germination. This is going to vary, not only among varieties but among plants in the same Michael Seal of The Funny Farm speaks wit row. As you harvest, the stragglers seminar attendees about bromeliads at will mature up.

Natural History Gardens Since my weak attemptofatSouthern growing Early Jersey Wakefield three years ago, I have since discovered the benefits of Bt, an inexpensive and safe suspension of the helpful bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis.

This is sold commercially as Thuricide, and you’ll want to keep some on hand for application every two weeks to combat insects, namely cabbage worm. Just follow the directions on the bottle.

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Your Gardening Guru with keynote speaker and author Felder Rushing at Natural History of Southern Gardens

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Just Keep It Simple!

Atlanta Designer Burns Charms MGC

If there was one theme that dominated the recent floral design demonstration by artist-author John Grady Burns it was “Just Keep It Simple!”

Burns, resplendent with his trademark gray ponytail and beaming smile, kept Monroe Garden Club members and guests heartily entertained as he moved effortlessly about, creating arrangement after arrangement. The author of several beautiful coffee-table books on arranging simply and elegantly, Burns showcased his many talents and tips during a demonstration that never failed to please.

Burns has built an enviable reputation as a premiere designer for weddings and special events, counting among his clients the Ritz Carlton Atlanta and the Atlanta Symphony. He was won numerous awards for his design work, and many of his pieces have been featured in major floral and design publications. His designs have also been placed in both the White House and Blair House. This native of Natchez, Mississippi, has called Atlanta his home for thirty years. Among the many influences

on his work are the “Garden Club Ladies” of Natchez and Ralph Null, Professor Emeritus at Mississippi State University.

“Be creative!” Burns advised. “Play with it!”

And with those words, Burns introduced his working theory of design: Organic. Simple. Personal.

One of Burns’ books, Personally Yours, specifically urges people to create a look that reflects either the uniqueness of the occasion or the person being honored. In this way, the resulting design will be truly memorable.

Interspersed among his directions on how to create each of his arrangements step-by-step, Burns occasionally dropped “secret” jewels of tips for the home gardener.

When working with hydrangeas, for example, Burns suggested stripping all leaf matter from the stems that you don’t want to include, and then plunging the whole thing flower-first into a deep container of water. Let the stems stay there for at least four hours, or even overnight. When ready to remove the stems, shake the excess water from them holding each stem upside down. (Otherwise, the weight of the water will cause the florets to break off.) Then dip each stem into alum powder and soak them for another several hours before using. This will help the hydrangeas stay perky much longer.

There is hardly anything more interesting than a bird’s nest to add to a design, but Burns speaks openly against “collecting” them in the wild. “In some places, removal of the nests is actually against the law,” he warns. Everyone was surprised to learn that cardinals return to their original nests year after year, though most knew that wrens come back to the same place but build fresh nests annually. “If you do happen to get a nest,” Burns advised, “don’t forget to sit it in full sun for a few days, spraying periodically with a bleach and water mix to discourage any lingering inhabitants.”

“Play with texture!” was another of Burns’ directives. “Dare to use smooth satin ribbon with the roughest burlap. It makes everything more interesting!” Also “making it interesting” were some wonderful plastic rocks that Burns used to create a tabletop water garden. They are heavy enough to sink, yet won’t crack vases if dropped into them.

A particularly pleasing arrangement was one for the holidays. Using a simple (there’s that word again) rectangular block of Oasis wrapped in large leaves, Burns “dressed” it with three holiday balls (Styrofoam with glitter for a touch of “bling”) surrounded by a variety of evergreens and beautiful red roses. It could be used alone, or for a longer dining table or large sideboard, it could easily be duplicated to form a line.

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“What makes Christmas, Christmas?” was the final challenge Burns posed for those gathered. “Why do you put up massive Christmas trees with all the work that takes? You put it up.

You take it down. Why?” he asked. “Don’t you realize that to a child, every tree is 20 feet tall?”

Nods in agreement could be seen throughout the standing room only crowd. Burns reminded everyone that a tabletop tree, with appropriate decorations, is often just festive enough.

Two gorgeous arrangements greeted the ladies as they entered Bayou DeSiard Country Club. In the entry foyer, an elegant mass arrangement featured crimson tea roses, pomegranates, fall berries, pinecones, winter wheat, and assorted fall foliage. The deep brown burlap base served as the perfect foil for the fall hues above.

On the receiving table in the grand hall, a beautiful collection of gnarled gourds and apples nestled on a burlap runner encircled a massive bronze vase holding seasonal branches and fall berries. Golden wild flowers, orangehued rosehips, okra pods, and a fresh pineapple could be seen peaking through the leaves. If one looked carefully, several particularly unusual gourds could also be spied perched among the branches like exotic birds.

Chairing the gathering were Jane Oliver and Bettie Phillips. Serving with them were hostess committee members Lou Davenport, Patsy Deal, Carolyn Donald, Kathy Duke, Debby Edgerton, Inez Haddad, June Holmes, Nancy Inabnett, Georgianna Martin, Alise Oliver, Marie Preslar, Nancy Schlosman, Marilyn Stern, Betty Stone, Linda Taylor, Mildred Vanderpool, and Mary Beth Weaks.

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hen you feel as if you’ve known someone your whole life, it’s hard to pinpoint the exact moment when you first met. It’s difficult for me to recall when I first introdued myself to Robert Brooks and Marla Emory St. John, and while I know I befriended them separately before they began to work together, it seems strange now to think of one without the other. They aren’t that annoying couple that has thrown their personal identities out of the window, only speaks in plural pronouns or wears matching sweaters, although they have been known to finish each other’s sentences from time to time. After countless collaborations on design projects ranging from Mardi Gras floats and sculptures to furniture and buildings, the Brooks-St. John duo have worked together so much that they are undeniably in sync.

Rewind to the beginning of 2013 -- a “SOLD” sign appeared on an Alabama Avenue property adjacent to Louisiana Tech’s campus. The old blue house on the hill had been for sale for quite some time, and I know I wasn’t the only person in Ruston speculating what would take its place.

It didn’t take long for me to get an answer because one February morning, I ran into Robert and asked what he and Marla had been up to. Robert is an Associate Professor of Architecture at Louisiana Tech University and Marla is an Assistant Professor and Interior Design program chair at Louisiana Tech University, so their schedules stay full year-round. “We have a new and really cool project,” he said in a hushed voice, excitement flashing in his eyes. He went on to explain that Studio Brooks-Emory had been commissioned to design a truly custom home from the ground up. First, they would oversee the demolition of the existing 3,000 sq. foot structure, the old blue house on the hill. They would then have the following six months to design the house, oversee its construction, design and fabricate a few key pieces, and put the finishing touches on it, from the linens to patio furniture.

Ruston has thankfully avoided the same fate that has befallen many north Louisiana railroad towns whose once thriving downtowns are now empty and deteriorating. While Ruston is far from a hot bed of contemporary architecture, residents and business owners work diligently to strike a balance between preserving the town’s historic buildings and bringing new, modern styles to the area. Robert and Marla had the opportunity to do just that as they designed this 8,000 sq. foot, four bedroom home and art studio.

Over the next six months, I kept my eye on the site, watching as the former structure came down and the new house rather quickly began to rise from the freshly poured slab. It is important to note that as they made way for the new structure, the site itself changed very little.

One of the most important and non-negotiable requirements given to Studio Brooks-Emory by their client was not to damage or remove any of the 150-year-old oaks, 100-year-old crepe myrtles, or the producing pecan trees that took root on the site long before any of us were born.

It was this stipulation that largely guided the duo as they designed the shape and orientation of the building.

It is a misnomer that contemporary architecture is a shrine to the architect. On the contrary, contemporary architecture is driven by the notion that “form follows function,” and that simplicity and truth in materiality is key to successful design. It is true that this contemporary style building doesn’t look like any other building in Ruston, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t lend itself to being a friendly neighbor. Robert and Marla were acutely aware and respectful of the natural features of the site and its neighboring buildings, as well as the importance of material honesty.

“From the folded steel staircase to polished concrete floors, we took humble, common materials and arranged them in a way that allows them to speak for themselves,” Robert explained. “You can find wood and corrugated metal siding on a wide variety of common southern buildings; we simply found a way to poetically elevate the material, giving it new life.”

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This two-story home is only in its first incarnation, though, and therefore longevity and durability were key when choosing the material palette. While the house is delicately designed, the materials used to build it were chosen to withstand the test of time. The forward-thinking client requested Robert and Marla to design the home in such a way that it could one day transform from a residential property to a commercial one. So, in addition to having to navigate their way through the recently revised city zoning laws that had taken effect only a few months prior to the start of the project, Robert and Marla also had to design with two programs in mind: the present residential one and the future commercial one.

To meet this requirement, they cleverly hid elevator components underneath the floor of a utility room, and turned a firewall requirement into an opportunity for a cozy reading nook off of the master bedroom.

The whole house has a sense of versatility and flexibility because of this open-ended method of design. Even the living and kitchen areas are convertible spaces with the ability to open up and become larger indoor/outdoor spaces for entertaining. The portion of the living room that overlooks the back yard is a wall of windows which detach from one end of the wall and fold together to allow a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. A large, well-outfitted outdoor kitchen sits directly in front of the indoor one. The flow of the house can therefore change depending on the needs and desires of the tenants.

To accomplish such a feat in six months time took a serious team effort, one for which Robert and Marla are eternally grateful. Their partnership with Holyfield Construction allowed them to do things with steel and concrete that plenty of contractors simply wouldn’t have the patience or expertise to accomplish. Superintendant Burl Masters and Project Manager Kris Schroeder led the crew to make sure everything ran smoothly, stayed within budget, and was completed on time. They were even there well after construction was complete to lend a hand to move furniture, not because that’s part of their job, but simply because they happen to be really nice guys.

“It was a complete team effort,” assured Robert. “Without the team on site doing what they do so well, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do.”

September arrived quickly, and the house was completed on schedule. I was given a tour of the finished property not long after the last bit of landscaping, designed by Landscape Architect and Louisiana Tech Faculty William Hartman, was complete. As I walked up the driveway and surveyed the breathtaking home, I felt as if the house was a welcoming, dear old friend in sensible shoes and a provocative, streamlined machine at the same time.

“Good design doesn’t concern itself with style, it concerns itself with quality,” I’ve heard Robert proclaim several times. I couldn’t agree more. The lines of the house pulled my eyes back and forth across the various textures of the façade, occasionally catching pops of lime green peeking through the massive windows. My heart fluttered in the same way that it does when I see a beautiful classic car. Robert is right -- symmetry, axis, and focal point are good design principals, and good design is timeless.

As I wandered around the massive house, it was obvious that two like minds designed everything, inside and out. There is a German term, “Gesamtkunstwerk,” which translates to “total work of art,” in which there is no division in the design principles guiding the architecture, interior design, sculpture, painting and even engineering. Robert and Marla work in this fashion and not only designed the plans for the house, but also the doors, staircase, rolling kitchen island, several pieces of furniture, and much of the art, just to name a few things.

“We are by no means experts of every instrument,” admits Robert, “but it’s our job to get them all to play together.”

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They collaborated with Master Specialty Millwork to fabricate the custom doors and baseboards, Hart Lighting for the custom fixture hanging in the stairwell, as well as many other local artists and craftsmen in order to bring their vision to life. Nevertheless, many of the elements they made themselves. Let me clarify what I mean: they actually rolled up their sleeves and spent countless hours sweating, swearing, and slinging paint as they physically made hardware, furniture, and art for the home. They did this not because of an obsessive need to be in control, but because they weren’t always able to find and purchase furniture or fixtures that accomplished the aesthetic they were trying to achieve. For example, being unable to find a dining table that satisfied their concept for the dining room didn’t deter them from their scheme; they simply decided to make it themselves. They came up with the ideas, gathered the materials, fired up the welders and angle grinders, and fabricated numerous pieces that compliment the house in an unparalleled way.

“We enjoy the process of making and getting our hands dirty,” says Marla. “It gives us a certain amount of feedback that helps us understand the point of view of a contractor or carpenter. Being so hands-on also gives us a certain amount of creative control.”

Studio Brooks-Emory credits their like-minded client with allowing them the creative freedom to design to a level of detail which is rarely found in homes. Robert and Marla agree that the freedom granted and trust earned were large factors in the project’s success. By having control over everything from the flooring and plumbing to the flatware and drawer organizers, they were able to create an aesthetic for the entire property.

“Had the client lorded over us and micromanaged, the project wouldn’t have flowed together as seamlessly as it did,” said Marla gratefully. Robert, nodding emphatically, agreed. “We truly value our client’s involvement, but our client understood that design is what we do. In much the same way one doesn’t tell the dentist how to perform a root canal and one shouldn’t tell a painter how to paint your portrait, you trust them to do a good job. This trust is precisely what our client extended to us.”

Many people might mistakenly assume that Robert is the one who draws the plans and works the closest with the contractors, while Marla picks out the paint colors and selects the bathroom tiles. These antiquated assumptions of gender roles and misinformed stereotypes are blown out of the water when people learn that Marla is far more likely to be found under a welding hood than flipping through paint swatches, and Robert is just a likely to be contemplating the poetic potential of natural sunlight and shadow than dealing with city code compliance.

They don’t work as your hands do, one dominating while the other plays a supporting role. Robert and Marla are equals, and they work as a unit.

Any partnership, whether personal or professional, can be trying at times. Robert and Marla manage to balance both of those relationships, for which I find them admirable and a little insane. They truly love the work that they do, and it is evident in all of their projects. The quality, attention to detail, and thought which goes into their work is immense. They know one another’s strengths and weaknesses, divide tasks when necessary, and work in tandem at other times in order to design efficiently and effectively. With this project completed and the keys turned over to the client, I asked Marla how she felt about the past six months of her life.

“This is the most intense work I’ve ever done in such a short period of time but, at the end of the project and at the end of the day, it was fun.”

Robert chuckles, “Yes, and even after six months of working 18-hour days together, we still really like each other.”

Of course they do. Some things are timeless.

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Quota International of Monroe Signing with Santa for the Hearing Impaired want for Christmas but that is not so for those children who are hearing impaired. In addition to being able to sign their wish list to Santa, many local and home-schooled children can come together to make new friends and visit with old friends. They also will enjoy coloring and snacks. This year the child will not only leave with a gift, but also their picture with Santa!

Signing Santa will be held December 7, 2013 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Ouachita Parish Public Library, 1800 Stubbs Ave, Monroe, LA.

Please mark your calendars for our 2nd annual “CHOCOLATE & WINE UNDER THE STARS” fundraiser on February 28, 2014, at Landry’s Vinyard in West Monroe. Local vendors will showcase their best chocolate flair for the tasting. Live music dancing, door prizes and much, much more fun. Oh! And of course WINE!!! More information to come!

Preparations are now underway for our third annual Signing Santa. We hearing individuals may take for granted being able to tell Santa what we

Quota International of Monroe, founded in 1947, is an international service organization known especially for its service to disadvantaged women and children and to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, and/or speech-impaired. We at Quota International of Monroe are proud to be a part of Quota International, Inc., which was founded in 1919 as the first international service organization for women. Our “We Share” motto leads us to help and encourage others, while developing friendships and promoting international understanding.

Fundraising events enable our club to give back to our community by providing local schools and the

University of Louisiana at Monroe with equipment for hearing- impaired students at all learning levels.

“The Hearing Aid”, was unveiled last year at the Children’s Museum. Several hands -on sections of the exhibits were set up. Quota of Monroe is proud of our new exhibit and encourages everyone to bring their child by the Children’s Museum. This holiday season will be a wonderful time since the Children’s Museum will be beautifully decorated.

Quota also supports local community organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House, and NELA Food Bank. Quota is partnering with the Monroe City Police Department through our “Kops N Kids Reading Program”. Our new program “Listen Up and Turn It Down” promotes hearing loss awareness.

Quota of Monroe is a diverse group of friends that provide community-wide networking and an opportunity for personal growth and travel. If you are interested in joining an organization whose members encourage each other and has a significant impact on the have whole community. Quota of Monroe is for you! Please contact Brenda Taylor at 318-376-3272 for more information.

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Let’s be honest, there are plenty of us who just can’t quite get into football. Many are baffled as to why people nation-wide get excited to sit around, intently staring at the TV, only moving to give an occasional high-five or for the necessary bathroom break. The fans heatedly discuss what the upcoming play might be (or should’ve been) and vent about the ref’s decision. Meanwhile, you sit on the couch eating your pizza, wondering what it would feel like to actually be able to hold a conversation about who is the best wide receiver rather than trying to refill the chip bowl to hide the fact you’re clueless. Instead of sitting on the couch for three hours pretending to know what’s going on, this guide will help you learn the basics of the game so you can actually follow along and sound like you understand what’s happening. I mean, let’s face it: those three hours would be much more bearable if you actually understood what all the drama was about. You may even find yourself shouting at the television with the rest of them.

If you are tired of being the only person in a room full of football fans who doesn’t quite understand what’s going on, you are not alone. Here’s a quick explanation of the game: Football has two 11-man teams. One team starts as the offense and the other as the defense. At the start of the game there is a kickoff to the offense by special teams. The offense retrieves the ball and tries to get it as far up the 100-yard field as possible. The offense then has four tries (known as “downs”) to get 10 yards. If they make the 10 yards, they start back at one. If the offense is unable to continue renewing their downs or if they do not score, they have to give up possession.

On their 4th down, the offense has a choice to either go for it or punt the ball to the opposing team, which would give them a better position on the field. Then, they start all over going in the opposite direction; and there you have it, that’s football!

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Terms to Understand to Become a Fan

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Audible: this is a play that the quarterback calls at the line of scrimmage.

Blitz: This means the defense is calling for extra safety (or extra manpower) to take the quarterback down.

Conference: The National Football Conference is called the NFC (the Saints are in the NFC) and the American Football Conference is called the AFC. These winners of these two conferences play against each other in the Super Bowl.

Down: A down is basically four tries for the offense to get the football 10 yards. If the offense fails to do this, they must give the ball to the opponent.

Drive: Drive is the elapsed amount of time the offense has possession of the ball. I’m not positive why this matters.

Fumble: This is when the offense loses possession of the ball while running with it or by being tackled. At this point, the ball is anyone’s game!

Turnover: If the defense manages to recover the fumble, it’s called a turnover.

Field Goal: There are only two times when a team can kick a field goal.

1) After a touchdown a field goal is worth one point and referred to as an “extra point.”

2) If the offense does not get 10 yards down the field in their first three downs [see term for Down above] they will either punt the ball back to the opposing team, or they will kick a field goal if they are close enough to get the 3

points for making the football go through the goal posts.

Offside: This is when a player crosses the line of scrimmage before the play begins.

Holding: This is where one player keeps another player from advancing on the field by grabbing him and holding him back. This is definitely illegal!

Red Zone: This refers to the last 20 yards before the end zone on the field. Pretty simple, right?

Safety: This is when the defense earns two points by tackling an offensive player who has possession of the ball in his own end zone.

Snap: This starts each football play from scrimmage. It is also referred to as a “hike” or “pass from center”. Your choice!

Special Teams: These are groups of players on the field during punts and kicks.

Touchback: This is when a ball is said to be dead behind or on a team’s goal line. The defense kicks the ball past the end zone and since the offense is unable to return it, they must start the drive on their own yard line.

Two-Point Conversion: The offense will usually kick a field goal that is worth 1 point after a touchdown. However, if they are feeling lucky, they can go for the two-point conversion; this is when they have one chance to score another touchdown from the five-yard line.

Zone Defense: This really just means that each defender has charge over a certain area.

QB: If you could only manage to know one player, this is the one to know! The QB is the ringleader of the team. He calls the shots and makes all of the calls. After the team huddles, he gets the ball from the center and either hands it to the running back, throws it to the receiver, or he runs.

Running Back: The running back runs the ball down the field.

Pretty self-explanatory!

Center: This guy is literally in the center of the offensive line.

He is the one who throws the ball between his legs backwards to the quarterback.

Wide Receiver: The wide receiver’s job is to get the defense out of the way and to catch long-range passes.

Fullback: These big guys are defensive players. Their job is to block the running back.

Offensive Linemen: This is a human wall of five men. These guys protect the QB and block for the running backs.

Defensive Linemen: These are the players who line up on the defensive line. Their job is to stop the run on running plays and rush the QB on passing plays.

Tight End: The tight end is a receiver and a blocker on the offense.

Linebackers: They are in front of the safeties and behind the defensive line.

Safety: The safety is the last line of defense.

Cornerbacks: These guys are really fast. They line up opposite the receivers on the outside of the linebackers.

Feeling more confident yet? If you managed to make it this far without falling asleep, you should! You have shown your first sign of commitment to learning the game of football this season. You are ready and prepared to join in on the action and, who knows, maybe you will become a true, die-hard football fan! Anything is possible, right?

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First, I’d like to mention that the absolute best thing I did for myself, and my baby, Eli, was to develop a routine during the first few weeks of his life.

A mother’s hormones are off balance for quite a while following childbirth, so the simple act of creating that stability can work wonders for any postpartum issues you may have.

Preparation is a necessity! When referring to preparation, I’m not talking about just packing a diaper bag. In fact, I am recommending that you stay ahead of your baby’s progress by making early preparations for each milestone he reaches. For instance, you can prepare for the teething process by purchasing teething rings and tablets. You should also purchase reading material that can give you tips and tricks for each milestone, as well.

Mark each milestone. Upon leaving the hospital, and every day thereafter, you will accumulate paperwork, records, articles, pictures, and many more mementos that you will want to save for future reference. I suggest organizing each memory as it happens instead of letting them pile up and waiting for a later date, which may come when you’ve forgotten the best details. There are many different ways to organize your baby’s milestones, so do a bit of research and decide which is best for you based on your organizing personality. For instance, I have chosen two different ways of recording Eli’s milestones. I keep photos, records, and other paperwork in a babythemed three-ring binder, and I mark a special calendar with each event as it happens.

Create a perfectly organized room.

Having an organized room for you baby is extremely important - not only for you, but for his future development as well. Chaos is certainly not healthy for either of you, so creating a system now will derail any future issues. Between baby showers, office gifts, hand-me-downs, and your own shopping excursions, you will accu-

mulate all sorts and sizes of clothing and other items. Sort and wash only two sets of clothing – what your baby can wear now and what he will wear next. Organize all other clothes and paraphernalia according to the three C’s of organization – compartments, containers, and consistency.

Each item should have its own compartment, meaning it could be in a closet, a drawer, or on a table. Containers are very important for the organizing process. You can categorize each item in its own bin, basket, or drawer so that it will be easy to both put away and then find again later. Consistency makes all the difference in keeping order. Be sure to use the compartments and containers on a regular basis so that you don’t run into that chaos I mentioned earlier.

Consider paring down a bit. Your baby will come with all sorts of new furniture, such as a highchair, bouncer, and walker, so getting rid of or storing unused furniture may be your only option if you want to control the clutter. Treating each piece as you would a normal piece of furniture will help you find a sensible home for it.

Have an escape plan. Your baby will outgrow items faster than you can imagine, so create a plan immediately. What to do with the outgrown items is a mystery for all new parents.

You could save them if you are planning for another baby, or maybe you know a friend who is expecting. Either way, having an escape plan for these items is a necessity. Consider storing them in bins in an extra closet or storage space (if the space exists). You can also consider donating them to a local organization that takes baby clothes.

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Education 101 Upside-Down Learning: Improving Your Child’s Spatial Skills

by Dr. Beth Ricks It has long been established that people learn differently and that recognizing and planning for a student’s individual learning style is a mark of effective instruction. A big part of student success in our current educational system requires asking students to follow directions, turn assignments in on time, memorize facts, write neatly, and organize work efficiently, While these skills are necessary and valuable, they are geared towards the auditory-sequential learner and will limit the potential of students if not balanced with the teaching of visual-spatial skills. The visualspatial learner is one who perceives relations of space and has the ability to represent objects internally in the mind--the way that an airplane pilot navigates the large spatial world or the chess player represents a more circumspect spatial world. Both of these actions require one to grasp the big picture and visualize the idea before putting it into action. In order for our students to succeed in today’s 21st Century world, they must be able to predict trends, think outside the box, take risks, problem-solve, deal with complexity, read people well, and combine their strengths with others’ to build a strong team.

Spatial skills predict a young person’s achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They are critical for the architect, sculptor, graphic designer, and surgeon, and all students need visual-spatial methods. How do you assess your child’s visual-spatial abilities?

Students whose learning style favors visual-spatial are fond of Legos, Construx, K’nex and TinkerToys. They are adept at puzzles, mazes, reading maps, finding their way in unfamiliar territory, and creating visual images of locations and objects. They can take almost anything apart and put it back together again in working order.

How can you help foster this learning style if your child is not a strong visual-spatial learner?

When parents and teachers provide supportive environments, simple academic modifications, and an awareness of strengths and weaknesses, students can learn more effectively.

The Boy Who Loved Math by Deborah Heiligman (ages 3-8). This biography of Paul Erdos presents a fascinating introduction to the complicated, yet beautiful world of math. An amazing incorporation of math within beautiful artwork.

Introduce kids to language that describes the spatial world. What happens when babies and toddlers hear words like big, empty, tall, circle, line? When exposed to spatial language that requires them to visualize the properties of objects, children tend to score higher on spatial skills tests.

Utilize everyday activities to practice spatial thinking. Ask questions like, “Will the groceries fit in one bag? Which way does the sheet fit best on the bed? Does the shoelace go over or under?”

Play game. To hone spatial skills, educational psychologists recommend jigsaw puzzles, tangrams, Legos, and Tetris.

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Suggestions for Fostering Spatial Skills in children

Stardines Swim High Across the Sky

by Jack Prelutsky (ages 4-8).

Fun, clever poetry by a craft-master.

Doll Bones by Holly Black (ages 10-14). A modernday ghost story about a doll that may be haunted who leads 3 friends on a dangerous adventure.

The quest belongs to the doll who wants desperately to get back to her grave. This book is a fun step-up for the Goosebumps set.

Dr. Beth Ricks is the current Head of School at race Episcopal School. She holds a BA in English Education (ULM), MA in English Literature (ULM), Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction with a Specialization in Read and Children’s Literature (Arizona State University). She currently serves on the state Board for the Louisiana Reading Association and is a National Reviewer of English Education Programs for The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). She has 10 years of experience as a classroom English teacher (grades 7-12), 10 years as a Reading Specialist and Diagnostician (grades K-12), 10 years in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and has taught courses in literacy, reading, literature for children and young adults, and teacher preparation.

Encourage kids to use, create, and explain maps. Kids learn better when they have to explain how they solve problems, so have them engage in mapping activities. They can locate unmarked features, interpret a map of their neighborhood, and identify parts of a building plan that they are familiar with like their school or home.

Try Photography. Photography encourages kids to experiment with different camera angles and different senses of scale.

It is important to note that you should be prepared for slow progress as students with poor spatial skills are often slow to improve. Don’t be discouraged.

Keep in mind that kids are training a part of their brain that is often underused. But with time and effort, you will see evidence of growth which will help these children become innovative leaders in society.

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AmyWeems

by J. Eric McNeil

A Year in the Life of an Educator

Amy Weems wrapped up her term as Louisiana’s

Teacher of the Year for 2013 in October with a final meeting in New Jersey. The Home Living teacher received the honor her second year at Ouachita Parish Junior High School after her colleagues started the ball rolling by selecting her to represent their school.

The ball became a snowball rolling down hill, picking up momentum and sending Weems on the adventure of a lifetime.

“It was amazing,” she said. “Something I’ll never again experience.”

How to Become Teacher of the Year Stage by stage, Weems, a third generation home economics teacher has follow the footsteps of her mother and grandmother, competed for middle school teacher of the year at the parish and regional levels until she was named the overall teacher of the year for Louisiana.

Marsha Baker, principal at Ouachita Junior High, said she cannot say enough good things about Weems.

“She is energetic, always positive. She is willing to help anybody any time.

She is always willing to go the extra mile.”

Becoming Teacher of the Year takes much energy. The process for Weems was a series of interviews and presentations, the development of a 30-page portfolio of reflections and principles, and even an intimidating seven-minute, unedited video of her teaching in the classroom.

If you think it was not worth it, then think again.

First, she was honored at the Cecil J. Picard Educator Excellence Symposium and Celebration sponsored by Dream Teachers, a nonprofit organization that celebrates Louisiana’s finest educators and educational leaders. Its mission is to inspire excellence in education, enhance performance in the classroom, and recognize and reward exceptional Louisiana educators.

For her year as teacher of the year, Weems was given a Mercedes to drive and free Raising Cane’s meals. She also received $5,000 and travel to some really fun places. The overall package is valued at about $50,000.

Weems family has even gotten in on the action. Her husband Clay accompanied her on a visit to the White House, and her daughter Ella has made new friends with the likes of state Senators and Representatives.

Rubbing Elbows with the Obamas and Bidens One trip took her to Washington, D.C., where each State Teacher of the Year, or STOY, had a private audience with President Barack Obama. Weems said she and the President talked about My Plate, the nutrition guide published by the United States Department of Agriculture.

My Plate, a pet project of the Obamas, replaced the My Pyramid that had been around for 19 years. Since Weems is a family and consumer sciences teacher, she is especially interested in My Plate, which depicts the five food groups that is displayed on food packaging. It is used in nutrition education in the United States.

Vice President Joe Biden, and his wife Jill, hosted a dinner in their home for the teachers. It was one of Weems’ favorite events. She was particularly impressed with Jill Biden, a college professor.

“She was so gracious,” Weems said. “It was a really nice event.”

The Second Lady of the United States is a life-long educator who champions the role of community colleges as critical for boosting the workforce, an idea

similar to Weems’ theories of preparing students for the careers they may be dreaming about.

“One thing that I’d like to see is K-12 expanding to P-16. Not kindergarten through 12 grade. Pre-school through higher ed,” Weems said in a Dream Teacher interview. “Whatever that looks like—whether that looks like community college, technical college, four-year college—we have to start thinking as P-16 and not K-12.”

Weems, who holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and teaches education classes at the University of Louisiana Monroe, said that it is essential for students and their parents to realize that transitioning from junior high to high school is a crucial time in the student’s academic achievements.

She stresses that student cannot coast by in high school and expect to get into college.

“Thinking about life after high school—when they’re leaving eighth grade and they get to you as a freshman—that’s when the stakes are high because that’s what starts their post-secondary imprint,” she said. “So many parents, even educated parents, don’t understand that. “[Students] think if I knock it out my senior year, I’m going to get my scholarship, and I’m going to go to college,” she said. “We [educators] know that that’s not how it works. We also had to work with parents to realize that if your child is making D’s and F’s in math and science, they’re not going to be pediatrician.”

Weems said that it is important that educators have that dialogue with students about the effort they must put forth at the high school level to achieve success at the college level and on into their professional lives.

Ambassadors and Astronauts While in Washington, D.C., the state teachers spent a day at the Smithsonian where they were named Smithsonian ambassadors and were granted access to special collections and learned about the museum’s after school program. Weems spent her time there at the art museum.

And then there was the week the teachers trained at the International Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. The teachers experienced space travel via two simulated missions: a current mission and a lunar mission set in 2052.

“It helped you to realize you can incorporate space and math into any subject,” Weems said.

The teachers were split into groups to carry out their missions in which they were to launch the shuttle, space walk, conduct science experiments, join the space station to load new passengers, and land the shuttle. Weems’ team, Team Columbus, was named Team of the Week.

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A Week of Training in Scottsdale, Arizona Although the teachers had some really great experiences during their travels, probably one of the most important trips they made was the week they spent in Scottsdale, Arizona, undergoing intense training with the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO).

The training concentrated on three areas: policy, practice and advocacy.

Weems said they spent some time looking at and discussing the 13 federal education policies that are currently overdue for authorization.

The practice portion of the training dealt with each teachers specialty.

Weems area is career and technical education. In fact, she is the curriculum coordinator at her school.

“As curriculum coordinator, she is more of a facilitator for the teachers,” Baker said. “She is a liaison for the teachers, making sure they have the resources they need. She makes sure they understand curriculum changes and they stay on top of what is coming down from the state.”

Her role as Teacher of the Year has been beneficial to Ouachita Junior High because she was required to attend meetings of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

“She had the ability to be on the front line of all the new changes,” Baker said. “We always new what was coming and where to be. That was beneficial to our school.”

Also, while discussing practice, she and her colleague talked about the CCSSO’s Common Core State Standards are a set of academic expectations in language arts and mathematics that define the knowledge and skills all students should master by the end of each grade level in order to be on track for success in college and career. The Core has been adopted by 46 states, including Louisiana.

Weems said advocacy was an important mission for her because it required her to decide how she would use her year as Louisiana Teacher of the Year to stand up for students and teachers and to find common ground for these groups.

“I think one of the hardest messages that I had to overcome was the notion that’s being put forth that, if you stand up for teachers, you’re against students,” she said. “Good teachers, the ones who rise to the top, don’t have to have it one way or the other. You can stand up for students because you are partners with students, and teachers, and parents. You support—you represent—your fellow teacher, but you also put the students at the forefront of your focus.”

The Year to Remember and the Year to Come Weems’ Year of Recognition may have come to an end after meeting with her STOY colleagues in Princeton at the Educational Testing System headquarters where the teachers learned more about assessment and policies to advance quality in learning.

That year, however, was only the beginning for the extraordinary educator who is determined to give back what she has learned throughout the year of workshops, seminars and meetings. Now comes her Term of Service in which she will give back through speaking engagements.

“They are challenging us to use all the training we received to impact the profession,” Weems said. “I do want to take the tings I learned and help the teachers here in Ouachita Parish.”

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Quality Education Right Here at Home

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ometimes the very best things are right in your Of the top ten career choices today, ULM offers own backyard. Certainly that is the case with the preparation in nine of them. “We have outstanding University of Louisiana at Monroe. Located right programs in math, accounting, finance, computer here at home, this quality highinformation systems, comer education institution is often puter science, construction underappreciated. ULM assismanagement, curriculum and tant vice president for enrollinstruction, kinesiology, mediment management Lisa Miller cal laboratory sciences, and is on a mission to change that. speech language pathology Recently at a meeting of --- we’ve got them covered!”

P.E.O. Chapter AE, Miller took Miller explained. little time in getting to the Helping Miller underscore point: ULM is alive and well, student success at ULM was and doing great things for its fourth year pharmacy student students. “People take ULM Emily Cook. Cook gave a perfor granted simply because it is sonal testimonial about her here,” Miller explained. own pharmacy school experiMiller’s presentation focused ence. Her firsthand account on the “good news” from the made the program come to Emily Cook, Virginia Crow, and Betty Farr university, with an emphasis on life for the members. each of the school’s colleges.

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JOIN WITH UNITED WAY AND HELP CHANGE LIVES United Way of Northeast Louisiana Tocqueville Society

Clyde White 2013 Chair

Life Changing means...

Helping people and improving community Making sure that 3rd grade students are reading on grade level so that they are equipped with skills to graduate on time Making sure high school students have the knowledge to make informed financial decisions for the future Increasing access to outreach programs that help teach children healthier eating choices and physical activity

Education Read. Learn. Succeed.

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Ouachita Independent Bank

In 1972, the Tocqueville Society was created by United Way of America, as United Way’s premier giving society. Contributors of national and local prominence belong to chapters founded by United Way organizations throughout the country. The name was chosen to honor the famous figure of French origin, Alexis de Tocqueville. A great visionary in his own right, his writings about democracy and the American spirit of giving stirred the world in his book Democracy in America, published in 1835. Locally, three families gave the first $10,000 gifts in 1994. The following year, the Alexis de Tocqueville Society of Northeast Louisiana was chartered with 13 members.

In 2012, our Tocqueville Society had 38 members giving a total of $512,589, which represented 14% of the annual United Way campaign.

United Way of Northeast Louisiana Steamboat Society The Steamboat Society was created in 1987 by United Way of Northeast Louisiana to recognize individuals and families who provide leadership through their generous contributions. The name was chosen to reflect the important contributions of the steamboats, which traveled the Ouachita River in the early 1800’s as a moving force in the economic and cultural development of Northeast Louisiana. Today, individual community leaders serve as the moving force that helps to build a thriving, interdependent community. The Steamboat Society has been a major factor in the overall success of United Way of Northeast Louisiana’s fund-raising efforts and reflects the commitment of an individual’s or couple’s dedication to improving the quality of life in our community. In 2012, the Steamboat Society had 540 members giving a total of $787,829, which was 22% of the total community campaign.

Admiral ........................ Gift of $5,000 to $9,999 Commodore ................ Gift of $2,500 to $4,999 Captain ........................ Gift of $1,500 to $2,499 Commander................. Gift of $1,000 to $1,499

Health After School & Summer Enrichment Programs

Basic and Emergency Needs 2-1-1

Kathy & John VanVeckhoven 2013 Chairs John Rea Realty/Van-Trow Toyota

Gwen & Ron Barron 2013 Lincoln/Union Parish Chairs Don M. Barron Contractor, Inc.

A corporate sponsored party honoring Steamboat and Tocqueville Society members will be held in Ruston at the home of Kelly and Bill Hogan on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 and in Monroe at the home of Virginia and Joey Haddad on Thursday, November 21, 2013.

United Way of Northeast Louisiana Bayou Society The Bayou Society was created in 2002 as a giving level for individuals or couples who annually contribute $500-$999 and are committed to the future of our community through United Way. In 2012, there were 556 members giving $326,664, which represented 9% of the total community campaign.

UNITED45

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United Way of Northeast Louisiana 1201 Hudson Ln. Monroe, LA 71201 (318) 325-3869

300 W. Carolina Ave. Ruston, LA 71270 (318) 232-0055

UNITED45 supports the work of United Way of Northeast Louisiana and fosters a spirit of community involvement among the next generation of leaders. The goal of UNITED45 is to inspire others to give, advocate and volunteer. UNITED45 provides a variety of opportunities to meet other individuals with similar professional and community interests who are committed and dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. In 2012, UNITED45 had 129 members who contributed a leadership gift at the Bayou, Steamboat or Tocqueville Society Level.

Amy & Michael Sawyer UNITED45 Chairs North Delta Title Company/ State Farm Insurance, Paulen Luttgeharn Agency

For more information on joining any United Way Leadership Societies contact Janet S. Durden, President at jdurden@unitedwaynela.org or call (318) 325-3869.

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Empowering the Patient at P&S Surgical Hospital

P&S Surgical Hospital was recently named one of the nation’s “56 Physician-Owned Hospitals to Know” by Becker’s Hospital Review. Much of our success can be attributed to our focus on Patient and Family-Centered Care. Our highly-skilled physicians and the rest of our equally impressive staff are directly involved in every aspect of our healthcare services, to ensure that all of our patients have choice, cost transparency, and the highest quality of care.

At P&S Surgical Hospital, we make every effort to ensure our patients are active participants in their healthcare. We are committed to providing our patients with accurate and clear information regarding costs, care options, and the quality of our services.

Here are just a few of the rights we communicate to our patients: • Learn about your rights as a patient before you receive care. Each patient at P&S Surgical Hospital receives a handbook detailing his or her patient rights.

• Educate yourself about your health condition. The physicians and nurses at P&S Surgical Hospital provide extensive counseling about your health condition and the proposed treatments. You may also access your medical record information at any time.

• Become familiar with those who are taking care of you. All medical professionals at P&S Surgical Hospital introduce themselves, and they also wear tags which identify them by names and titles.

• Be proactive. Participate in the development and implementation of your care. We want you to be an active participant in your treatments, and to know that you always have the right to refuse treatment.

• Learn about cost. You will receive a thorough explanation of your bill, and financial assistance information is available through the hospital.

• Know your right to privacy. All patients at P&S Surgical Hospital can assume the utmost confidentiality in

regard to their personal information. We must receive written permission from Photo by Joli Livaudais you before any of your medical records can be released.

• Learn about your continuing care.

P&S Surgical Hospital physicians and professional staff educate their patients about any continuing healthcare requirements after they leave the hospital.

• If your child is a patient, be a handson parent. The staff at P&S Surgical Hospital understands that medical procedures can be daunting for children. Parents of pediatric parents are encouraged to fully participate in the medical treatment of their children.

Physicians and nurses also rely on parents to communicate their children’s likes and dislikes, making their hospital experience a pleasant and safe one.

• Trust that you will be treated well.

Each patient at P&S Surgical Hospital

is treated with dignity, kindness and respect in a safe environment.

The outstanding staff at P&S Surgical Hospital, located in downtown Monroe, embraces the opportunity to serve the healthcare needs of northeast Louisiana. Choose to have your next procedure with us, and experience why our hospital receives such outstanding feedback from our patients and their families.

P&S Surgical Hospital is a joint venture between St. Francis Medical Center and 55 specialists.

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QA and

with

Dr. Janine Hopkins

Q. You are a certified dermatologist in Monroe, LA, offering everything from acne treatments to laser hair removal to Botox injections. You now have your own line of makeup MD Minerals; what were your reasons for starting this makeup line?

A. For years I was being asked by my patients what kind of make up I would recommend. My patients with Acne and rosacea have special coverage needs that I felt were not being addressed. It was after a visit to a department store with my teenage daughter and having an eye-opening experience about recommendations being made for skin care for her, that I became concerned as a mother and physician. My research began on many different levels, and MDMinerals & Cosmetics is the final product.

Q. Your vision is for your patients to have healthy beautiful skin; how does MD Minerals help bring this vision to life?

A. MDMinerals is the icing on the cake. After working hard to get my patients’ skin healthy and beautiful, a visit to the Studio is a treat. No one needs to leave my office without a beautiful glow. We can make product and color recommendations that will not only give coverage but will enhance and bring out their best features.

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Q. MD Minerals is an all natural makeup line that complements your practice style and your desire to help others have healthy skin; talk a little about the ingredients used to create this line and why you chose those ingredients?

A. A blend of natural ingredients including zinc oxide and titanium dioxide that help protect the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Oil-free, fragrance free formulas that are infused with antioxidants E and C that help reduce premature aging of the skin. Natural, non-comedogenic ingredients for people with sensitive, or acne and rosacea-prone skin. Anti-inflammatory minerals that help reduce redness and skin irritation.

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Q. What sets your line apart from other makeup lines that are also said to be all natural and healthy to use?

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A. All makeups are not created equal. The collection ingredients are pure and all most everything in the collection is pressed and baked so there is no mess or fly away particles. Our brushes are non synthetic and we have a wonderful brush cleaner for keeping them in peak condition.

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Q. Let’s get into a little more detail about your makeup products; tell us about the types of powder, blush, and bronzer that you offer and what makes them unique?

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MD Minerals & Cosmetics is a premiere mineral makeup collection dedicated to bringing exceptional product and uncompromising customer service to the marketplace. We create small presentations to focus on the face, eyes, brows, lips and cheeks.

A. We have pressed powders with a sponge applicator or pressed and baked powders that require a Kabuki brush for a soft layering effect. We have a blush for everyone. For a girl of 14 like Sugar Pink to Berry Swirl that will get you red-carpet ready. Bronzing is easy with MDMinerals. We can show you how to contour with this product as well.

Q. Tell us a little about the eye products that you offer?

A. Within the collection are shadows that can be purchased in singles, duos or a palette of four. The beautiful thing about these mineral eye shadows is that when dampened they can be used dry to wet for eye liner.

This is so easy to do and it lasts all day.

Q. You offer a wide variety of lip products; you have lip crayons, lipglosses, lip plumper, lip palettes, and many more options. Tell us what makes your lip products a great option for women who may be looking for something different to try?

A. Our mineral crayons will not dry out your lips and the entire lip can be filled in to build a base of color that helps the color cling and stay on the lip. Next we add the Volumizing Lipstick that has a vitamin enriched formula for really nice hydration. The finish is Vanilla Bean infused lip gloss that is also loaded with vitamins A D & E.

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Ouachita Community Hospital Surgical Weight Loss Center

Stop Yo Yo-ing and Start Living What if you could lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk for diabetes? What if you could gain more self-confidence and get out of XXXL sizes? What if you could regain that energy and freedom to play with your grandkids or go walking with a friend? All of these things could be possible with weight loss surgery. Ouachita Community Hospital’s Surgical Weight Loss Center helps patients lose weight and keep it off so they can lead healthier, more active lifestyles. We go far beyond the surgery by providing a life-changing program that includes nutritional, physical activity and emotional guidance, as well as support groups.

Weight-loss surgery treats obesity by altering the gastrointestinal tract and reducing the amount of food a person can consume. Surgery, performed only on those who are severely overweight or for whom diet and exercise have failed, is a life-changing decision. It has the potential to resolve or improve many serious obesity-related health issues and improve quality of life.

Are You a Candidate?

Below are questions you can use to determine if you are potentially a candidate for weight loss surgery.

• Are you more than 100 lbs. over your ideal weight?

• Is your BMI over 40?

• Do you have a BMI of over 35 along with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hypertension or type 2 diabetes, related to being severely overweight?

• Do you suffer from sleep apnea?

• Does your weight stop you from doing activities you enjoy?

• Are you unable to achieve a healthy body weight for a sustained period of time, even with medically supervised dieting?

Attend a FREE Seminar Monday, November 4th Register now to attend our next seminar on Monday, November 4th at 6:00PM at Ouachita Community Hospital. We’ll discuss the challenges of obesity and the role of bariatric surgery, as well as outline the different types of weight loss surgery procedures and programs we offer. Bariatric Surgeon, Dr. Henry Zizzi, along with Bariatric Nutritionist, Andi Holyfield, RD; and Bariatric Coordinator, Charlene Smith, RN to present and answer any questions you may have. Also, spouses, family members and partners are encouraged to attend. Space is limited so if you would like to attend, call 318-322-1339.

You may also make a reservation online @ ouachitacommunityhospital.com/weightloss.

Ouachita Community Hospital’s Surgical Weight Loss Center is located at 1275 Glenwood Drive in West Monroe in the Ouachita Community Hospital. To schedule a FREE consultation, call (318) 388-1956.

Featured Speakers:

Our program provides you with a multidisciplinary team to help maximize your results. Our

team includes Dr. Henry Zizzi, OCH – Bariatric Surgeon; Dr. Stephen Maguire, OCH – Plastic Surgeon; Andi Holyfield, Bariatric Nutrition, and Charlene Smith, OCH – Bariatric Coordinator.

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relax, release + restore

The

unique experience of

Spa Bella Take a stroll through West Monroe’s Antique Alley and you’ll find plenty of unique items of interest in the historic shops that line Trenton Street. Whether you’re looking for gifts, art, home décor, or clothing, Antique Alley offers a variety of handmade, vintage, and one-of-a-kind wares that are sure to please.

Just around the corner, on Wood Street, there is a section of shops you might call “Antique Elbow.” It is there that Spa Bella and its sister store, little bella, offer an exclusive and personal spa experience, along-side a natural line of body products and unique gift shop that is unlike anything else in the area.

Elizabeth Lee and her staff offer a full-service spa that includes massage, sauna, and spa treatments. Whether you choose to treat yourself to a Day of Indulgence Spa Day package, which includes a full body massage, body polish or scrub, not-so-basic facial, paraffin of hands and feet and a light lunch, or you just stop by for a half hour in the sauna, you are guaranteed to leave with less stress than you arrived with.

Spa Bella has been on Wood Street since November 2012 and has created a true day spa experience that will leave you feel revived and refreshed. Spa Bella has grown considerably in the past few years and is still growing! From humble beginnings of just Liz and her sauna, the staff of Spa Bella has more than quadrupled in size and offers extensive options for every bit of pampering you may need. Spa Bella even offers yoga classes wiith Jessica May. It’s not just a place to come to relax, it’s a place that encourages healthy living, peace of mind, and a sense of community.

The friendly staff of Spa Bella (left to right) Michelle Masters, Elizabeth Lee, Amanda McKee and Jessica May

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Massage is life-giving, for both the client and me. I get a lot of gratification from helping people feel better.

- Liz Lee, owner

Michelle Masters, under direction of Steve Kuplesky, M.D., medical director of Spa Bella, performs laser treatments, wrinkle treatments, and diamond microdermabrasion. Michell offers the FDA-cleared ReFirme ST treatment. The ReFirme ST Applicator offers virtually painless and fast treatment for skin. Conventional skin treatments are time- and treatment-intensive and often too painful for many patients. With the ReFirme ST, your patients can have firmer skin without surgery.

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After indulging in a relaxing day at Spa Bella, you can wrap up your day of bliss with a little retail therapy at the Spa’s unique store, little bella, and discover all the little surprises it has to offer. little bella is a one-of-a-kind gift shop that is a collaboration between the staff of Spa Bella and several wonderful local artisans. little bella has created a new line of natural, paraben and SLS-free body products ranging from bar soaps, shampoos, and conditioners to lotions, lip balms, and body scrubs. In addition to the natural products that line the shelves, little bella also has a group of women who share their love of sewing by supplying the shop with handmade aprons and apparel. In addition to the handiwork of these ladies, little bella also has art, jewelry, and home décor by locals Judy Hill, Stephanie Jordan, Kay McDonald, Amanda McKee, Heather Miles, Tony Romo, and Lou Webb.

ReFirme is ideal for targeting those telltale signs of aging, including, sagging under the eyes, saggy brow lines, and nasolabial folds. It is a fantastic alternative to injections and produces the same results without the pain.

Michelle has had great results from The eMatrix IR deep wrinkle treatment. The Matrix IR applicator uses a proprietary synergy of light and conducted Bi-Polar RF to create the deep thermal heating needed to both shrink and generate new collagen while protecting the epidermis. This may sound very scientific, but what it boils down to is fantastic results with no surgery, no recovery time, and no needles!

Spa Bella also offers an infrared sauna that uses dry heat to detoxify the body inside and out, as opposed to a steam sauna, which merely warms the air. While purging the body of toxins, the sauna can also burn up to 700 calories an hour.

Mildred Owen and Lummie Hill with the girls of Debbie’s School of Dance in West Monroe

little bella is directly next to Spa Bella, so you can simply walk through the double doors in order to take a little piece of your rejuvenating spa day home with you, or share it with a friend. little bella is still growing, too. The product line and gifts change on a monthly basis, so you’ll find something new nearly every time you visit. Combined with all of the new holiday items coming to Little Bella, this is a onestop-shop to find a huge variety of thoughtful gifts for the upcoming holiday season.

For more information about the spa, visit yourspabella.com, call them at (318) 348-2915 or stop by for a visit at 321 Wood Street in West Monroe.

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Find the perfect gift at our Holiday Open House!

November 16th 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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