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June, 2015 elcome
to
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men’s
issue,
dedicated to the businessmen in
El Paso. In these pages you’ll meet
CEOs of large companies, presidents of smaller companies and those men who are one-man-
“Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.” -Albert Einstein
shows working diligently on their first start up business. As we put this publication together I
EDITOR’S LETTER
couldn’t help but think about the differences of
about the positions they want, not only with themselves, but
men and women in the work place. As women
also with the men they work with and the men they share
take up more chairs in the boardroom, I believe
their lives with. I believe we need to stop fighting the notion
so many of us are confused about gender. For
that men negotiate differently than we do, and men manage
years, I’ve seen women in the business world
their teams differently. It’s been my experience that in this
trying to act like men, and men telling us to toughen up if
day and age most men appreciate the strengths a strong
we’re going to work in corporate America. So readers, tighten
woman brings to the table, and really appreciate when those
your belt and please don’t let your “chonies” get in a ruffle as
strengths are brought without prejudice. As a wise voice once
I delicately tip toe in my heels through this topic.
told me, “it’s not what you say it’s how you say it.”
It’s dangerous to generalize but most of my friends will
We’re all still learning our place in the ever-changing business
agree, even if the conversation happens underground, there
world. And as a woman in the second half of my business
are differences between men and women in management
life, the substance of what I stand for hasn’t changed;
style - not in skills but in style. We can’t ignore a million years
I’m tenacious, driven and sometimes ornery. But, most
of history – in the home, in our social world, and of course
importantly, my style has. I still want that hunter to hold the
at the office. As I generalize, men typically are the hunters
door open for me and I believe that hunter still wants me to
and women typically are the gatherers. In this ever-changing
gather; my businesswomen friends and I are just learning to
world those stereotypical roles are continually re-defined. I’ve
gather in heels.
had my share of experience with business negotiations - an activity not unlike hunting, since it’s often competitive, fraught
At the end of the day, I believe it’s about the power to
with conflict and sadly sometimes there are casualties. Men
contribute - to make a difference in a fast-changing world –
have tended to demonstrate a “go for the kill” mentality – it’s
and it should never be confused with power over others.
instinctual, they come to the table wearing their full battle armor oriented toward power, toward making fast decisions
I don’t look like a man, I shouldn’t act like a man, and I
in a black-or-white mode. Most women have tended to prefer
shouldn’t try to manage like a man because I’m a woman. We
searching for common interests, ways to collaborate, skilled
all have our important place in the boardroom and I believe
at solving problems, and ways to find win-win outcomes. We
acknowledging those diverse roles shows strength not
see shades of gray and address issues from different angels.
weakness. I believe modern businessmen and women should
I believe it goes against our grain to be overly aggressive or
no longer see gender as an obstacle but rather a constant
abrupt. I’m always uncomfortable and never know how to
opportunity to evolve.
react when I meet a woman behaving in a business world like this, and neither do men. He is the lion and we are the
Just for the record, I personally love the hunter, what he
lionesses. Our claws can cut, our growl can make the hair on
stands for and the way he takes care of his pride.
your back stand up, and our bite is just as fierce – women just handle the boardroom different. But at the end of the day,
I hope you enjoy this issue.
whether dealing with a lion or a lioness, a kill is still a kill. A good negotiation is a good negotiation. Early in the game I had my fair share of bruised knees, skinned elbows, and shed tears that aren’t allowed. A multitude of business experiences taught me many important lessons. Women who want to be leaders have to be up-front and honest 4
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ROLANDO PABLOS BORDERLAND NATIVE RETURNS TO CHART REGIONAL ECONOMIC SUCCESS
The City
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By: LAUREN MACIAS-CERVANTES
By: AUSTIN SAVAGE
By: ERIKA LOPEZ
The City
PROPER PRINT SHOP REDESIGNING SPACE By: JAVIER CABALLERO
WILLIAM HELM SERVING COMMUNITY BY DESIGN
DAVID CHEN ONE CHANGE, ONE MAN, AND AN ECONOMIC GROWTH OF A CITY
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Artist Spotlight
RIBO FLAVIN
By: AUSTIN SAVAGE
Where Are They Now?
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Daddies Know Best 84 Parenting
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THE DUST HAS SETTLED By: JAVIER CABALLERO
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TOM LEA & JIMMY DOOLITTLE
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Hidden Gem
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GERMAN PUB By: DENISE NELSON-PRIETO
Love
QUALITIES WOMEN LOOK FOR IN A MAN
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Travel
THE MODERN MAN’S BOURBON TOUR By: MEAGAN KINLEY
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Fitness
GAINS IN THE GYM AND THE BEDROOM By: LIZZIE MARTINEZ
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Prerogative By: ADRIAN VAQUERA SILVA
Movies
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LIVE YOUR STORY By: MICHELLE CROMER
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By: FELIPA SOLIS
By: JOEL DELGADO
Etiquette
APPRECIATING DAD By: JOANN WARDY
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The 130 Astrological Man Astrology
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A MOMENT TO CELEBRATE
LG A LO D E B y : PA B
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Medical
GET YOUR SEXY BACK!
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Investment
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T
he Borderplex Alliance CEO
the private sector and works to make the
grade. “My parents brought us over to live in
Rolando Pablos knew since
region vibrant. He compares the current
the U.S. to get an education,” he said. “Stay in
high school he wanted to do
regional evolution process to a car. “We’re
school was the best advice I ever received,”
international work, but didn’t
stopping the car, looking under the hood,
he added. “I think I took it literally,” he says
think he would end up where
checking the parts and replacing things like
with a smile. Pablos continued his education
he is today. “Never in my wildest dreams
the spark plugs. We have a good engine; it
in El Paso for the second half of the fourth
did I imagine I would come home to head up
just needs to be stronger.”
grade until his graduation of Cathedral High School. He then moved to San Antonio to
this historic effort,” said Pablos. That historic
begin his post secondary education.
effort he refers to is uniting El Paso, Cuidad
The Cathedral High School Graduate travels
Juárez and Las Cruces to function as a region.
across state and international lines to build
“People have tried it before, but not gotten
and strengthen partnerships across the
He worked himself through school, holding
as far,” he recalls. “Our results speak for
nation and globe to spread the word. “It
a variety of jobs like landscaper and
themselves.” The international executive says
really gives me a great sense of pride to talk
dishwasher but says his most fulfilling job
The Borderplex Alliance helped bring in 3,500
about my hometown,” said Pablos when
was that of a waiter. “Waiting tables teaches
jobs and ten job announcements in 2014.
asked about his favorite part of his job. He
you about sales, diplomacy, multitasking,
quickly followed up with a smile saying, “It
relationship management (with the kitchen)
The organization and Pablos specifically,
is most rewarding when we bring companies
and stamina.” His education is what the
have a tall order. The Borderplex Alliance
here; to see the look on their faces. They
highly skilled businessman says is his
was formed two years ago, combining the
shed their misconceptions and leave with a
greatest accomplishment; he has a total of
economic development efforts of the El Paso
smile. You can see it when they get it and
four degrees. After obtaining his Bachelor’s
Regional Economic Development Corp., or
that’s an awesome feeling.”
degree from St. Mary’s University, Mr.
REDCo, and the Paso del Norte Group. The
The bi-national executive was born and lived
Pablos earned an MBA from the University
non-profit is funded by business leaders in
in Juárez until halfway through the fourth
of Texas at San Antonio, and an MHM from
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the University of Houston’s Conrad N. Hilton
ten years. “We are already seeing it,” he
for public office have been many, but his
College of Hotel & Restaurant Management.
says. “I see the region working together,
main objective is to develop competitiveness
He later earned his Juris Doctor degree from
collaborating,
planning
in the region; to have The Borderplex Alliance
St. Mary’s University School of Law. He has
together.” The equation, according to Pablos,
deliver the results that visionaries had in
been a member of the State Bar of Texas
includes four elements: high quality of life,
mind. He says the support from his family
since 2000.“My deep varied education has
to include parks and schools; high quality of
allows him to focus on his mission. Mr.
allowed me to play in very different arenas
place, to include utilities and infrastructure;
Pablos and his wife, orthodontist Dr. Laura
to help others,” he said. His previous roles
a qualified workforce that includes a talent
San Martin, have four children: 13-year-old
include honorary consul to Spain facilitating
pipeline and a supply base for a company’s
Cristina Elizabeth, 12-year-old David Alan,
two-way trade and investment opportunities
business. “We have components of it, but
8-year-old Mia Noelle and 5-year-old Andrea
between Spain and the U.S. and most
need to develop it.”
Nicole. He says his favorite past time with
coordinating
and
them is simply staying home. “We turn off
recently, commissioner on the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
The
bilingual,
bicultural,
bi-national
professional says the key to uniting entities
cell phones, got rid of cable and just enjoy each other’s company.”
The economic development expert is now
and igniting growth is trust. “The most
glad to be home. “It was an eye-opening
difficult time is when you come in as an
The dad adds the birth of his daughter Mia,
experience to come home to see the
agent of change, it becomes difficult, quickly
born with Down Syndrome, made the family
opportunities available to become global and
– trust takes time.” He intends to build more
stronger. “My wife and I decided my wife
compete on a global scale,” he recalls. When
of that on a global scale for 2015. “We are
would stay home and take care of Mia, now
asked about the region’s greatest asset, he
working on an international relations strategy
she (Mia) is doing great.” The teens are
couldn’t limit it to one. Pablos says it’s the
with those countries already invested here or
Junior Honor Society members and enjoy
people, culture and geographic location.
those with an interest to invest in the future.”
swimming. David also likes archery. With
He predicts success for the area in five to
As for his future? He says the offers to run
parents that have a combined post secondary
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is an ingrained priority. “We support their
could cross without virtually any problems,
to tackle; all to pave the renewed path for
interests, but drive home their education.”
enjoying both sides of the border in an almost
prosperity for El Paso, Juárez and Las Cruces.
seamless manner,” he remembers. The
“We become significant and relevant only if
Thinking back to his own childhood, the
memory may become a reality once again
we do it together as a region. After all, we’re
Borderplex leader recalls vivid memories of
in a prosperous future as border wait times
three states, two nations and one economy.”
easily crossing the U.S./Mexico Border. “You
is one policy issue Pablos has been helping
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illiam Helm is a man of vision. It is his ability to take his visions and manifest them into physical form that makes him one of the most celebrated
artists
in
the
Sun City. His connection to the community through his craft is a long and extensive one. Hailing initially from northeast Indiana, he has called El Paso home for 18 years after quickly falling in love with it. “I worked in photography and advertising in El Paso for several years then briefly left to pursue my graduate degree in architecture. Upon completion of my graduate architecture work at the State University of New York in Buffalo, I returned to El Paso to practice architecture. I worked for several years at another regional architecture firm while completing my professional licensing. My business partner, Edgar Lopez
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and I became close friends while we stud-
City 2, one of the three buildings to replace
establish residential building communities
ied together for our licensing exams. During
former City Hall.” Being tasked with this
are critical to the successful redevelopment
that time we began talking about starting a
project fit right in with In*Situ’s grand plan,
of downtown and have been the missing link
practice together and what we dreamed that
“As a firm whose interests are grounded in
in the equation.”
practice might look like. Those dreams were
the redevelopment of downtown El Paso,
developed into a business plan that would ul-
we specialize in historic preservation and
Their commitment to the existent art
timately become In*Situ.”
rehabilitation of existing buildings.”
community extends past the ArtSpace, as they have also contributed greatly to
In*Situ is the passion project that continues
Never one to rest on his laurels, Helm and his
one of the region’s truly great non-profit
to fuel Helm to this day, while changing the
collaborators have bigger and better visions
organizations, “We have also designed a
visage of the city he loves. “In everything
exciting them about the future of El Paso.
major
that our design team does, we strive to raise
“Currently under construction, the Savoy
addition to the Creative Kids oLo Gallery
the standard of design in El Paso. Our style
Apartments is an adaptive reuse of an existing
that will add additional stories to the existing
is one that brings together the elements
historic building at the northeast corner to
concrete frame building in the Union Plaza
of historic preservation juxtaposed with
Stanton and Overland. The completed Savoy
District. This project will add much needed
clean, contemporary design. We have been
project will offer 27 studio apartments on the
studio and flex space to that Creative Kids
honored with five AIA awards for excellence
upper three floors over existing retail. The
needs to expand their programs for the youth
in design in the past two years.”
Artspace Loft Apartments is another project
of our community.”
contemporary
shipping
container
scheduled to begin construction this summer Through all the award winning successes,
that will offer a mix of 51, one, two and three
Like all great artists, the end beauty stems
there is still room to find a favorite. “We
bedroom apartments on the vacant half block
from a powerful process, “One of our
are most proud of the transformation of the
next to the Doubletree Hotel on North Oregon
primary goals in establishing In*Situ was to
historic Mulligan Building from a derelict,
Street. Both of these are exciting projects
establish an ideal collaborative design studio
vacant building that most people thought
for downtown because they are substantial
environment which would attract and retain
should be demolished into 73,000 square
downtown multi-family developments in the
the finest design team in the borderland.
feet of class A office space to serve as the
downtown core. Multifamily housing that
Edgar and I have mined our experiences
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working in various types of design studios to put together the best ideas for creating a healthy, productive, collaborative design environment.” Helm continues on to dote about those who have become part of their design family. ”The types of architectural candidates that we seek are not necessarily those with a huge amount of experience in the industry, but rather those with very strong design and communication skills. We like to see portfolios from candidates that demonstrate an ability to conceive a logic to the solution of an architectural design problem and carry that logic through to it’s final completion. We look for this quality, because this is our process.” This process is not simply an extension of
community is based on the character of the
William C. Helm II, Edgar Lopez, Paulina
the founders’ personal beliefs, but an aspect
people of this city, “El Paso has offered us an
Lagos, Anel Pasillas, Mario Silva, and Cesar
of their relationship to the community as
amazing opportunity to serve our community
Lopez are the vibrant and talented souls that
well. “Our most important mission it to leave
by design. For younger architectural firms
comprise In*Situ Architecture, but more
the built environment of our community in
like In*Situ, I believe our community offers
importantly they are passionate and invested
better place than we found it. This belief
much more of an opportunity for our creative
people who are neighbors, family members,
has driven our specialization in adaptive
voice to be heard where it may otherwise be
and citizens in a town that they love. Their
reuse and preservation but also extends to
lost in the crowd of a much larger city. It has
affection for El Paso is apparent in their work
our contemporary new construction designs
been an incredible blessing to see our design
and their drive to preserve the beauty of the
equally. Edgar and I are both serving on the
efforts improve the quality of life for our
city is pushing El Paso’s appearance into a
City’s Historic Landmark Commission which
fellow residents and the built environment of
brighter future.
I currently chair.” This connection to the
our city for future generations.”
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D av i d C h e n
June, 2015
Where there is no struggle there is no
was to keep the family business alive and
strength. David Chen, El Paso entrepreneur,
help his parents in their time of need, not
remembers his youth as an everyday struggle
knowing that he would soon be faced with a
against poverty. At the age of 34 he has far
life changing opportunity.
surpassed his expectations to become a great civic leader with focus on progress.
It was at the age of 25, that Chen was
“Growing up I didn’t know how poor I was
approached with a position within the
until I grew up, it made me appreciate what
Chinese division of Deloitte, which bought
little I had,” says Chen.
out the accounting company used for the family business. Deloitte, a US Audit firm, is
Born in Taiwan, the Chen family uprooted
one of the largest international professional
and migrated to Colorado in search of greater
services firm, offering audit, assurance, tax,
opportunities when Chen was just 3 years
consulting, advisory, actuarial, corporate
old. Early on he learned the meaning of hard
finance, and legal services. Deloitte’s largest
work with both parents working long hours in
clients include Starbucks, General Motors,
the restaurant service industry trying to make
and Microsoft, as well as many other vast
ends meet. “My parents did not know a word
multimillion-dollar companies. In the next 11
of English and worked hard to provide for the
years with Deloitte, Chen advanced to his
family,” states Chen. This was the motivating
current position as National Partner of the
factor that gave him the drive he has today.
Chinese Services Group in Mexico, dealing
At the age of ten, Chen’s parents were
with Chinese and Foreign Investments in
offered an opportunity that would change
areas such as real estate, oil and gas and
the fate of the entire family and provide more
other business’ infrastructure.
economic security. Being approached with a business partnership proposition to open
He now divides his time between El Paso,
and run a new restaurant in Juárez, Mexico
where he has a home, and at Deloitte’s
the Chen family moved to the city Chen now
offices in Juárez and Mexico City. He also
calls home: El Paso.
spends roughly three months a year in China. Working for Deloitte has given him
The restaurant, The Bamboo Palace, would
the opportunity to travel the world and meet
grow to great success bringing economic
influential business investors. Some who he
stability to the Chen family, something they
hopes will later see the value investing in an
had longed for since migrating to America.
up and coming city such as El Paso. “El Paso
“We were always from humble beginnings
is a great city demographically, we have a
with a good work ethic.” Chen thanks his
strong population, “ explains Chen.
parents for always being there for him with their hard work and sacrifice.
With the goal to better the city that he calls home, David Chen built an impressive
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In his teens, he attended El Paso’s private
profile as an entrepreneur in the Sun City.
school Radford Academy where he prepared
Currently, Chen owns multiple restaurants
to set off to college to the University of
and bars in the El Paso area, which are
Arizona. Leaving his parents behind, the
helping revive the city’s nightlife. Two of those
Economics business major always had
establishments are Cowboy Touch Saloon
high hopes of returning to the Sun City.
and Grill, a western theme bar and grill, with
Unfortunately, his return would not be on a
line dancing waitresses and Second Base
good note; both parents had suffered heart
Sports Bar, which features all major sporting
attacks within the same time frame leaving
events. Both are located in the up and coming
them ill. It was then that Chen decided to take
Eastside entertainment area off of main street
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June, 2015 nightclub, Plum City Lounge, which is located in the downtown entertainment district of Union Plaza – next to the newly constructed baseball stadium. Plum City Lounge has attracted large national tour musical acts, such as Avicii, Jessie Andrews, and Mat Zo among many more. He currently has plans to spend about $2 million to renovate the 113-year-old, four-floor building where Plum City Lounge sits at 500 W. San Francisco, to accommodate other new bar and restaurant concepts – one with plans of having a rooftop terrace over looking the stadium. “I’m grateful to other people who are investing in El Paso. With that growth it gives El Paso the ability to attract other business to come here to build new jobs for our community,” he adds. He also has future plans of opening a new restaurant in the heart of downtown, no future theme or name has been selected, but he is ready to go head to head with other downtown restaurants. “I want to bring new experiences to my community to help better our downtown development. Downtown is changing in great ways,” Chen describes enthusiastically. Growing up in indigent conditions is what Chen says has contributed to his success as a National Partner of the Chinese Services Group and as an entrepreneur, and if he could share one piece of advice to aspiring entrepreneurs trying to make a difference in El Paso it would be to, “never give up, always work hard and do what you do.” Growing up
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poor gave him the ambition to work hard throughout his life and he encourages others to find what motivates them. Although Chen currently splits his residence between El Paso and Mexico City, he calls El Paso his true home. He hopes to see the economic relationship between El Paso and Juárez flourish again as it once did in the past. He feels El Paso is in a great position to become a major leading city for business. He sees himself fully invested into his community, always searching for new ventures that can help bring more progress to the border town that gave him the opportunity to become the successful business man he is today.
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place is not always the case for some. Many
stomping ground for the quality dental care
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come and go from their native parts, and
on which he prides himself. With over 10
DMD, are able to offer all of this in one single
some never come back. With Dr. Antonio
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R. Solis, Jr., however, we find a man who
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has not only stayed true to his roots, but
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he’s also stayed true to his people ... the
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no surprise when we find that their practice
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has tripled since opening its doors in 2001.
15 years of dentistry under his belt, Dr. Solis
Smiles is well versed in everything dentistry;
Of course, Dr. Solis’ schooling, credentials,
grew up in the Lower Valley, graduated from
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and professional affiliations also serve to
Riverside High School, attended El Paso
pediatric orthodontics, and everything in
back this successful practice. As a member
Community College, and UTEP. He then
between. He’s also made it a point to stay
of the El Paso District Dental Society, the
made a commitment to obtain his Doctorate
current on advances in dental techniques
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and has taken a broad range of courses
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strictly preventive measure. His agenda is
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being, Dr. Solis and Southwest Celebrity Smiles
all ages. And when he’s not caring for our
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to anyone in the region. The focus on quality,
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the full array of services available, comfortable
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waiting room, and friendly service make this
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Team “Safety Wayne” to the Rescue!
Wayne Miller, CEO Safety, Inc. Let’s suppose you’re in the carrier industry as
COO and partner who serves as the glue
the small carrier division; and top awards in
a trucking company facing the Department of
that holds everything together, to offer
large and other carrier divisions that include
Transportation’s stringent safety rules and
safety solutions for companies facing such
coming out on top over McDonald’s and
regulations on a daily basis, and now find
dilemmas. As Miller explains, the solution
FedEx carriers to name a few.
yourself falling short on their compliance
is simple, in that, the company works to
measures (by the way, this happens a lot).
minimize risk to carriers by systematically
Miller’s business model at Safety, Inc. is
The reality is that carriers of all sizes face this
implementing proven and effective safety
centered on implementing effective safety
dilemma every day in their normal course of
management programs.
protocols and best practices to achieve the benefits for its clients both in terms of
operations and often face losing everything for reasons of sheer, DOT non-compliance,
The fact that Miller started from home with
“image” and, of course, for the bottom-line
however minute. What would be the solution
a handful of clients and now has a national
as a result of the reduced overall liability
you ask? The answer: Call Safety, Inc. and let
client base of nearly 427 clients throughout
associated with risk. As Miller explains,
team “Safety Wayne” get to work!
the country, including Alaska, Canada, and
“Carriers with weak safety programs will
Mexico, is no surprise. His background as
have above average insurance claims,”
By “Safety Wayne,” we refer to Wayne
a Safety Director with the reputation for
whether it be for collision or non-collision
Miller, CEO and founder of Safety, Inc., which
turning around failing trucking companies is
claims. Villanueva, who does everything from
is a five-person, safety consulting company
a true, success story. The impact he’s had
manage the financial operations to proofing
in business to help save carriers, large and
in his work earned him top awards including
safety management plans, knows well the
small, from failure in meeting DOT standards
the
importance of minimizing costs for not only
at all levels of compliance. Miller is the safety
Presidents Award in Safety in 2007, the
guru behind the operation and works closely
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Gilberto Villanueva, COO Safety, Inc. Working with the latest technology is also
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an edge that Safety, Inc. brings to the table.
industry. The team as a whole is fully
Utilizing Automotive On-Board Recording
knowledgeable and reputable in the business
(AOBR) equipment, an electronic tracking
of safety. Although no carrier business ever
device used to measure and log truckers’
wants to face the myriad of problems that
driving and sleeping time, for example,
come from not practicing top-quality safety in
translates to a 99.8% reduction of such
a highly-regulated trucking industry, we see
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one thing’s for certain … if you’re in trouble,
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safety compliance assistance of this type, is Safety, Inc.’s commitment and capability to offering the latest and most current trends available in the industry today. In fact, “Safety Wayne” is literally the name Miller was coined with over the many years he spent saving companies from
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Luis Antonio Villalobos, CEO Mt. West Family Health Center As a child, Luis Antonio Villalobos moved
a high quality of life, and we take serving the
need. And the future is bright, “Our reputation
often, which made things challenging for a
people in our community very seriously. Our
follows us, and the most common complaint
timid introvert. This gave him the opportunity
primary focus is always on the patient.”
we receive is in regards to the communities or areas of the city we aren’t serving. Here
to tap into his creative side. He states that, “While I’ve never been good at making
However this has come at a cost, “We have
soon, we expect to open a fifth location, with
friends, boredom was also a stranger to me.”
had our share of battles with various interest
a sixth and seventh shortly thereafter.”
groups, including insurance companies, due These types of experiences served the now
to our unwavering efforts to provide the right
Mt. West Family Health Center continues to
40-year-old to become the highly successful
treatment plans for our patients. But in our
be one of the premier family practice leaders in
and motivated Chief Executive Officer of Mt.
unwillingness to sacrifice doing the right thing,
El Paso by providing superior healthcare that is
West Family Health Center. A graduate of
which is always moral and ethical but also the
innovative, comprehensive, and personalized.
both UTEP and UT Arlington, he explains,
more difficult decision, the upside is that it
“My primary concern is to provide support
has allowed us the success we experience
and serve our employees while ensuring the
today.”
financial well-being of our organization. In
the community has given Mt. West Family
exchange, I do expect the people I work with
Health Center a platform to expand and
Mt. West Family Health Center
to take our philosophy to heart, which is to
innovate those ideals while growing into a
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This continued commitment to
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while treating every patient with dignity and respect. We want to sit down and talk with
As the invisible administrative force behind his
our patients, and provide them with ample
father’s legacy, V.M. Villalobos, M.D., Luis has
opportunity to discuss medical concerns with
dedicated his life in continuing this now family
us. Preventive care is also critical in ensuring
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Dan Steadley, Managing Partner East Pointe, LLp Dan Steadley did not start his career in
medical care, are some of the many ways that
From the White House to El Paso, Dan’s
the healthcare industry, but fortunately for
Steadley helps his community:“Insurance
passion continuously provides an unwavering
El Paso, it is where he has ended up.He
should facilitate access to obtaining medical
sense of commitment and dedication while
spent much of his time in Washington, D.C.
care when needed and not create additional
serving our community by providing the most
working for two Presidents, Ronald Reagan
financial burden.”
affordable healthcare options.
and George H. W. Bush, and also worked for two US Senators.In 1992, while Hillary
Working closely with V.M. Villalobos, M.D.
Clinton was promoting a plan for universal
the owner of Mt. West Family Health
healthcare, Steadley became well versed
Center, Steadley seeks to find the most cost
with the economic burdens of healthcare and
effective, Obamacare compliant healthcare
Unique/East Pointe MEC Plan
the idea of providing healthcare services that
solution for both companies and families,
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all citizens could afford.
including individuals.This is led to a network
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of negotiated pricing structures with many
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Dan Steadley is the very passionate and well-
pharmacies, doctors, hospitals, etc. in order
informed managing partner behind El Paso’s
to ensure the most affordable rates for
East Pointe, LLP.He is also the administrator
medication, surgeries, or other healthcare
for the Unique/East Pointe MEC Plan.After
services. Additional benefits of the Unique/
living in El Paso for six years, he truly feels this
East Pointe MEC Plan, working closely with
is his home and works to help his community
medical providers is that patients are able to
every day.Introducing new ways for El
obtain medical care 365 days a year, without
Pasoans to better manage their healthcare
the worries of paying a co-pay or a deductible.
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Mike Luna, General manager BMW-MINI of El Paso
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Mike Luna came to BMW-MINI of El Paso two years ago with a big voice and a big vision for the future. As General Manager, he used his voice to create radio commercials that welcome all walks of life to shop at ease at his luxury dealership. As a motivator, he used his vision for the future, to encourage and inspire his team to break records, raise standards, and achieve the highest honor given to a BMW dealership, Center of Excellence. Center of Excellence selects the top ten dealerships in the world based on 38 components ranging from customer service, sales efficiency, service, to customer loyalty. The award is a first ever for BMW of El Paso, and only two dealerships in the state of Texas have reached this level of achievement. Center of Excellence is a huge honor that Mike and his team at BMW of El Paso intend to share with their customers by hosting an appreciation event this summer, as a thank you for making their dealership a top ten award recipient. “Nothing is more valuable to us than our customers. We won this award because of the people who work here. I have a fine staff of perfectionists. We worked hard to instill this culture into everything we do, and our people know that our customers come first.” In addition to winning awards, BMW-MINI of El Paso is a proud sponsor of various community events and charities such as Ronald McDonald House and El Paso Humane Society amongst countless others. “I firmly believe that the city, the county, and the state of Texas in general, has been very good to BMW-MINI of El Paso and we owe it to our city to give back in return. El Paso is a beautiful city, with beautiful people. It is a best kept secret amongst Texas, and I plan on spreading the word.” Next on the horizon for BMW-MINI of El Paso is obtaining Center of Excellence status year after year, prepping for their upcoming dealership remodel, growing the service department, and per Mike Luna, “Expanding the word service in every capacity. I learned from my mentor, W.O. Bankston that if you treat your customers like royalty every time they walk in, they will reward you back, and that’s what’s happened here!” As they say, behind every successful man is a strong woman, and Mike’s wife, Georgiana is no exception. “I am so proud of my husband and the team at BMW of El Paso. Under his guidance, they have learned to operate like a finely tuned machine and it shows in all they do.” “I am blessed with great people. We sell the ultimate driving machine and offer ultimate service. Achieving Center of Excellence status helps solidify that!” BMW-MINI of El Paso 6318 Montana Ave. El Paso, TX 79925 (915) 778-9381 www.bmwofelpaso.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING | 55
On The Journey to Becoming The #1 Builder
Carlos Villalobos – Builder/Owner The remarkable story behind Pointe Homes
who fell in love with it. As Villalobos tells the
and subsequent worrying about the future
is based in the fact that it’s one of sheer
story, she drove by the house regularly, in
of the housing market. It was a tough time,
chance and an opportunity that materialized
total admiration, and later made a cash offer
but that didn’t stop Villalobos one bit. His
into a true success story, however accidental.
for the home! Not long after, he built another
inherent resiliency meant that he would make
Enter Carlos Villalobos, Owner/Builder of the
home for the woman’s friend.
the Las Lunas Community his “laboratory” to further hone his craft and where he would
company, whose craft for building spans roughly 10 years and most notably, is fully
This sparked the future of Pointe Homes
refine his product. He began reading avidly
self-taught. That in itself is incredible, but it’s
as additional homes were built. Teaming
and, ultimately, taught himself everything he
the story behind it that makes it truly one-
up with his brother, Villalobos explains that
could about the art of building homes. While
of-a-kind.
because it was a hot market at the time,
on the learning curve, he points to trial and
smaller lots were all sold to larger builders.
error as playing a large part in his self-taught
A graduate of “El Tecnologico de Monterrey”
So, unlike the earlier, smaller versions he
journey of home building.
with an Accounting and Finance degree,
had built, he would subsequently begin to
Villalobos later earned a Masters of Business
build much larger-scale, custom homes.
The difficult times of the housing collapse,
Administration degree from UTEP in 2006.
He also acquired 42 acres of land which
however tense, played an equally important
It was during this time that he decided to
generated 187 residential lots that would be
role. As Villalobos affirms, “Diamonds are
build his first home and on the advice of a
known as the Las Lunas subdivision. This
formed by extreme amounts of pressure.”
colleague, learned it would be the more
was circa 2006-2007 and the market bubble
And a diamond it is! Pointe Homes is one of
cost-effective route as opposed to buying
was about to burst and create the largest
very few builders that can offer the whole
outright and basically, a process on which he
housing recession in US history.
range of products with homes starting at $120,000 to a project currently in the
could have total control. He took the advice and started building a house that before
That’s when things came to a “screeching
long, grabbed the attention of a woman
halt,” marking the beginning of stagnation
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planning phase at upwards of $3.5M.
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Pointe Homes Pointe Homes is currently building in over 15 communities on the East, West, Northeast, Upper Valley and Mission Valley. Also in the works is a sleek, contemporary 14-unit apartment complex near UTEP on Stanton Street which will be ready in spring of 2016. The vision for Pointe Homes and Villalobos is simple: Becoming the #1 builder in the markets we serve. As Vice-President of The El Paso Builders Association, Villalobos will enter into a term as President for the Association in December of 2015. A long-
Pointe Homes
term goal of becoming a national builder is
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realistic given his track record, and given
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his tenacity to take a risk and see it through
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to the end. Driven to build “nicer, better
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homes� is the agenda and when we find that Pointe Homes is on its way to closing over 100 homes in 2015, Villalobos is certainly well on his way to being #1!
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A Financial Expert Indeed!
PAUL MEZA, CPA, MBA A common image when one imagines
table and what helps to differentiate his firm
on companies looking to do business in an
the work of a CPA is a number-crunching
from the competition. In fact, his expertise
international climate.
intellectual with a calculator in hand. Meeting
in US taxation and international business has
Paul Meza, CPA, one quickly sees that the
fostered the way to a client base as far and
Right here in our Sun City, Meza is a proud El
mold has been broken. Although highly-
wide as South America including Columbia
Pasoan with an agenda of educating the public
crafted in the art of numbers and extremely
and Peru, and in places like Puerto Rico and
on the myriad of opportunities waiting to be
knowledgeable, the man does just about
the Bahamas.
tapped into. He believes people don’t have to leave El Paso, perpetuating the “brain-drain”
everything BUT sit behind a cubicle. In fact, this Certified Public Accountant is
Businesses looking for guidance on US rules
phenomenon, when the city is fully capable
much more mobile than you’d imagine and
and regulations that pertain to international
of providing a high-quality lifestyle for those
conducts business not only here on the
commerce, especially those that are non-
who seek it out. In fact, his upcoming term
border of El Paso and Juárez, but also in the
English speaking, benefit in particular from
as President of the El Paso Chapter of the
further interior of Mexico and beyond.
the 100% bilingual services that Meza and
Texas Society of CPA’s brings with it a vision
his team of CPA’s provide. In fact, Meza and
for utilizing this platform to build awareness
A true El Pasoan in every sense of the
Associates are actually both US and Mexican
into all the exciting developments in our city.
word, Meza graduated from Hanks High
trained and have been named a ‘Top 500
Meza will be one of the younger faces to
School and earned both a BBA and MBA in
Hispanic Business’ in 2012 and 2013. Aside
offer a fresher perspective when he hosts
Finance from UTEP. Earning a CPA would
from this, Meza has also been recognized
the society in El Paso in January 2016. This
seem a natural progression but unlike most,
by Mexico’s National Association of CPA’s
is important for the city as a whole since he’ll
Meza’s desire to do business on the border
and frequently conducts seminars in Juárez,
be “keeping it local,” and showcasing all of
and hone his skills in this realm is far from
Guadalajara, and Chihuahua related to the
the resources and opportunities that we have
typical. And this is what Meza brings to the
US business environment and the impact
to offer for commerce and growth.
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Meza and Associates, PC - certified public accountants Bottom-line, Meza and his team of skillful CPA’s are fully capable of catering to all industries and ultimately see it as an “expansion of [their] knowledge base,” and find this to be the “most rewarding and challenging” aspect. The firm also provides advice on general structuring of businesses, so staying ahead of the curve allows them to best consult clients on strategy and “getting to next level.” Further than that and
Paul Meza, CPA
perhaps most importantly, is the key notion of building relationships as the foundation.
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In fact, Meza has built his reputation on that
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and as a result, has expanded into even
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other areas with holdings in restaurants, real estate investments, and staffing. In March
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2015, the firm was named one of three “Top
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Accounting Firms” by ThreeBestRated.com
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for reviews and general excellence. It’s no surprise that Meza is a financial expert
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you can trust has the best interests of your business at heart! By: VERONICA NEVAREZ photographed by: ROBERT CORRAL
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“At The Forefront of Criminal Defense”
Justin B. Underwood, “JBU”, Wyatt Underwood, PLLC There’s no one better for the job than Justin
as the government and ultimately, ensuring
since 2008 and also earned a Client Distinction
Underwood, also known as “JBU” to family,
their constitutional rights. In fact, the defining
award in 2015. He’s a proud father of a 2-year-
friends, and colleagues. A trial attorney with
characteristic that helps Wyatt Underwood,
old son and his wife, Brooke Underwood, is
over 14 years of experience in criminal law,
PLLC differentiate itself from the competition
expecting a baby girl in August. Surely, this is
this is the man you want on your side. For
is its belief in taking a stand ... literally! Unlike
a man who not only makes his family proud,
11 years strong, Underwood along with his
most lawyers who avoid going to trial, their
but our city just the same!
partner, Dereck Wyatt, provide some of the
skillful litigators rise to the challenge. As
best legal representation available in town.
Underwood boldly asserts, “We don’t back
Wyatt Underwood, PLLC has tripled over
down from big cases,” and explains a simple
the last few years, due in large part to its
strategy of listening to clients to show juries
reputation for not backing down in the court
what really happened in a particular case. “JBU”
room and aggressively defending the rights of individuals in our community and even
Admiringly, Underwood believes that “God
Justin B. Underwood
as far out as Midland-Odessa, San Antonio,
put [him] here as an advocate,” and has
WYATT UNDERWOOD, PLLC
and Dallas. The practice has also been
worked on thousands of cases. Board
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extended to the area of personal injury where
member of the Humane Society of El Paso;
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individuals are diligently represented against
Outgoing President of the Texas Tech Alumni
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‘big insurance.’
Association, El Paso Chapter; member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Underwood, who received his JD from
and Texas Bar Foundation; Underwood hasn’t
Texas Tech University, has a firm belief in
failed to give back to the community. He holds
representing persons against the state who
the highest Martindale-Hubbell BV rating
don’t have access to the same resources
based on peer reviews and ethical standards
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By: VERONICA NEVAREZ photographed by: ROBERT CORRAL
Santiago Alonso, Owner Italian Kitchen Santiago Alonso is the owner and general
Alonso also owns a food truck business
supporters continue to deliver the original
manager of The Italian Kitchen West since it first
that has boomed over the years. Grub
Sicilian taste that El Paso craves.
opened in 2006. The Italian Kitchen in central El
Street Food Grill is the name of his food
Paso opened back in 1948 and was run by Sam
truck, which he started operating back in
and Rita Maranto. The family-owned restaurant
2010 when very few high-end food trucks
has been serving its authentic Italian recipes
were driving around El Paso. “I came up
and homegrown ingredients to El Pasoans for
with the food truck idea before the trend
more than 60 years now.
even came to El Paso. I was actually one
of the first to get into the gourmet end of
Alonso, his family, and his grandfather Sam
it.” Alonso grabbed the truck concept and
The Italian Kitchen West
Maranto created a menu combining the
took it to another level creating a diversified
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authentic flavors of Italy with an innovative
menu that includes Italian, Mexican, Texas
El Paso, TX 79912
twist to adapt to the modern day palate.
Barbeque, and even pozole for breakfast.
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“What makes us unique is that we are an
“I think there was a demand for it in El
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El Paso staple. The Italian Kitchen has built
Paso.”And indeed many have followed this
a long-standing foundation in El Paso,” said
trend due to its popularity nowadays.
Alonso who also explains how the Italian Kitchen is locally owned and not corporate
Santiago Alonso plans to expand the Grub
associated. “I see people that come here
Street food business in the near future
that were my grandfather’s generation. Now
and also to keep costumers coming to
I see people my age bringing their kids’ kids.
the Italian Kitchen and hopefully develop
There are mulitple generations of costumers
another location. “I believe we will always
that have followed us throughout the years.”
be around.” Alonso and his dear family and
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Salvador Perches Perches Funeral Homes Perches Funeral Homes has served the
and also Entrepreneur of the Year at UT San
from his father and is still concentrated in
borderland community for over 50 years with
Diego’s second annual Latino Champions
improving and expanding in this field. This
the goal to offer a dignified and high-quality
Award ceremony for the same year. Perches
local family-owned business will continue to
service to families, making the farewell of
and his team, despite the alarming increase
bring a sensible, respectful and noble service
a lost loved one more human. Having 19
of the murder rate, served their fellow
to all families in El Paso, Juárez, and beyond.
locations in total, Perches Funeral Homes
Juárenses through the devastating years
easily stands out as the number one funeral
helping the many victims of violence.
service in the region. Originating back to 1958, Perches Funeral Homes consists now
Perches’s father created a policy not to charge
of four funeral homes in El Paso, one in Las
for burial services to elderly people who have
Cruces, one in San Diego, California, one
died alone in a nursing home in Juárez and
in Escondido, California, eleven in Juárez
Perches Funeral Homes still respects this
plus two cemeteries, and one in Tijuana,
tradition up to this day. Recently, Perches
Baja California. All these fully equipped and
created a new non-profit organization that
modern facilities across the Southwest of
aims to help families, especially children,
the US and Mexico are ready to offer burial
who have lost loved ones due to the violence
and cremation services — from reasonably
in Juárez. With over 3,000 funeral services a
priced ones to the most elaborate ones.
year, Perches himself and his sister Elodia,
Native El Pasoan Salvador Perches is the
along with over 250 employees, manage
Perches Funeral Homes
Perches Funeral Homes.
West, East, Central, Lower Valley, Las Cruces, Juárez
CEO of Grupo Perches and was recently named Funeral Director of the Year 2013 by
Since his infancy, Perches learned everything
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the American Funeral Director Association
there is to know about the death-care industry
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By: JUAN SALOMON
David Paul Known for his tremendous talent which
is constantly working wondering what I could
expands past the realm of that which
do different and how can I become not just
manifests physically through amazing cut
a better stylist but also a better person,”
and color, hair guru David Paul, who was
explains Paul. “What I feel that sets me apart
voted by The City Magazine readers as
from other stylists or artists is my drive to
‘The Best Hairstylist’ in El Paso, has an
continue to be better … not just at what I
innate ability to connect and build personal
do but who I am as a person. Continuing
David Paul
relationships with each and every one of this
education is very important and being a
The Mix Salon & Spa
clients. “What I love most about my clients
mentor is equally important, I try to give back
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is their personalities; each one is so different
to my community as much as I can because I
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I never know how my day is going to be,”
have been afforded many great opportunities
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shares Paul. “I also feel quality is far more
and I’m grateful and appreciative of that.”
important than quantity, so when booking my appointments I maker sure each individual
With a love for his clients that is apparently
person gets the time they deserve.”
genuine and not simply conjured, David’s response when asked what he loves most
In terms of his own personal inspiration
about what he does is both perfect and
and the perpetual urge to inspire his clients
passionate: “What I love most about what I do
to step outside the boundaries of what is
is creating art and making each individual client
their monotonous norm, David constantly
my canvas. Every client is unique and beautiful
absorbs and draws inspiration from a variety
and my job is to remind them of that and show
of sources. “Everything inspires from social
and remind them that are beautiful”.
media, to running and working out -- my mind By: CANDACE VASQUEZ photographed by: LUI CARDENAS
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“Making your money work for you!”
Davis C. Sherlin New York Life Insurance Company Not only is Davis Sherlin passionate about his
things business. In fact, he was savvy enough
explains, “I don’t sit down and give people
hometown of El Paso, he’s equally passionate
to know that his accounting degree would
a bill,” but instead, takes the time to analyze
about the people of this city. As a Financial
serve as a strong foundation for the career he
their individual situations and “can walk
Services Professional, Sherlin literally makes
knew early on would be his. And with that,
away with the self-satisfaction that they got
it his business to ensure that those looking to
Sherlin embarked on investment planning and
the best advice before making a decision.”
invest in their futures are able to do so with
business planning through NYLIFE Securities
Translation: A keen financial pro adept at
complete confidence. A ‘Series 6’ securities
LLC and that attributed to working on personal
making your money work for you!
license is the know-how that Sherlin brings to
pensions and structured retirement planning.
the table, but it’s not everything. A graduate of Montwood High School with a BA in Accounting
In a sea of countless financial planning
from UTEP, this local is not only proud to call El
professionals, one has their work cut out in
Paso home, he’s meticulous about the work
finding the best person for the job. Here’s
he does with his fellow El Pasoans and makes
where Sherlin distinguishes himself from the
relationship-building the focal point of his career.
competition and his formula is simple: build
Davis C. Sherlin
relationships as the way to doing business.
Financial Services Professional*
The investments-side of financial planning is
This simple yet effective strategy is backed
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the area Sherlin also focuses on as a licensed
by the knowledge, credentials, and industry
Licensed Agent
agent and it didn’t come by mistake. Even
trends necessary to execute. Taking it a step
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while concentrating in accounting during his
further and most striking, is his astuteness
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college years, Sherlin knew already that he’d
for realizing that investment planning takes
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be pursuing the financial planning side of all
time and never happens overnight. He
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By: VERONICA NEVAREZ photographed by: TOMMIE MORELOS
“It’s a selfless job…”
Michael Sanchez Southwest Plastic Surgery In only two years, Michael Sanchez has already
or cancer reconstruction, Michael is there to
in this busy plastic surgery practice. A true
made his mark at Southwest Plastic Surgery
help,” explained Dr. Frank Agullo. These differ
advocate, his work is centered on thoroughly
as a dedicated caregiver. From his early
from the more traditional cosmetic surgeries
listening to every patient and ultimately, taking
start at the front desk of a physical therapy
in that they’re often much more debilitating
the necessary action to seeing that their
office, which later developed into a five-
for individuals and generally deemed medically
quality of life is improved. “It’s a selfless job”
year Operations Manager position at the Las
necessary. A person with a cleft palate, for
is how Sanchez sums up his work, but with
Palmas Burn & Wound Management Center,
example, may find it hard to live a normal
him it’s not only a job, it’s truly a way of being!
you’ll understand why he was recruited for the
life, not only physically, but also emotionally.
position of Patient Coordinator for the reputable
This is where Sanchez’ work becomes,
plastic surgery team. Although, Sanchez
literally, transformative for such patients
describes his time and support as being split
and essentially, serves as the catalyst for
down the middle between surgeons and
his agenda in seeing that the recommended
patients, the reality is that he gives everything
surgeries are seen to their fruition.
he has to making a difference in the lives of the patients he serves and especially, for
“In order for patients to undergo such costly,
those whose lives are transformed by their
yet needed surgeries, Sanchez must work
reconstructive surgeries.
diligently with insurance providers to ensure that the coverage for his patients is there,” added Dr. Humberto Palladino.
many options for reconstructive surgery.
job requires persistence and a meticulous
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“Whether it pertains to newborns with spine
approach, but it certainly also means a level
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or abdominal wall deformities or craniofacial
of compassion that is, in fact, one of the main
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malformations or adults with post-traumatic
ingredients that Sanchez brings to the table
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Surely, the
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Patients of Southwest Plastic Surgery have
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Paul Graffis and martin rocha Integrity Kia “Different. We just simply do things different,”
A non-traditional advertising and marketing
We believe this will be key and will also
is what both General Manager Paul Graffis and
approach is on Martin Rocha’s agenda in
pave our way to success here in the Sun
Marketing and Internet Director Martin Rocha
his marketing and advertising efforts with
City,” he concluded.
of Integrity Kia had to say in regards to their
Integrity Kia. “I am a huge believer in treating
newly built and opened new car dealership.
consumers with honesty and integrity from
“Our goal is to provide our customer’s a car
the moment they see one of our ads and
buying experience like they have never had
throughout their entire experience with us.
before. From the facility, to the customer
I don’t believe in deceptive advertising as
service and quality of vehicle, we want to
this has a long term negative effect on the
exceed our customers’ expectations at all
company and the consumer’s perspective
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levels! We believe that’s what will drive long
as well. This, with our other non-traditional
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term relationships with our customers,” said
marketing efforts is our way of doing things
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Paul. As a General Manager, Paul is committed
different, and the community will soon have
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to meet and greet every single customer that
a chance to be a part of it too!”
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walks into Integrity Kia. With over 30 years experience in the car industry, this has been
“Most dealerships have a person dedicated
one factor that has played a huge role in his
to advertising only and another dedicated
success in the dealerships he has managed
to digital marketing only. With Martin, we
around the country. “Most GM’s never meet
are blessed as a dealership to have both of
and greet customers, which is sad, because it
those qualities in one!” said Paul of Martin.
is thanks to them that we exist,” he added.
“Our focus has been on hiring great people and paying them very well. People who are happy in their job produce quality results.
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The New Vision for Health and Wellness in El Paso
HAZAEL DOMINGUEZ TRUE STRENGTH SYNERGY GROUP + IDEA Born in Juárez and raised in the Sun City, Hazael
upper level. It defines synergy in action! At
fitness, followed by a “full scope of services’
Dominguez is a homegrown visionary with a
the forefront of fitness, Dominguez brings
to help them meet and possibly exceed their
mission to take El Paso to a highly innovative
10 years of personal training experience,
health and wellness goals. To learn more
state of health and wellness. What this
his current curriculum in Exercise Science,
about the available investment opportunities,
means exactly is a “full spectrum” of fitness
which he currently studies at UTEP, as
contact TrueStrengthSynergy@yahoo.com.
and health amenities within a 60,000 square
well as a love for this city and its future. A
foot, fully-integrated facility where everything
family man who’s married to previous News
health and wellness will pervade. Dominguez
Anchor, Adrienne Alvarez, the ex-firefighter,
is teaming up with two experts to bring this
and prior trainer of Fort Bliss soldiers for their
“new direction for wellness”: Marius Ruja,
“Mission Essential Fitness” program, is on a
D.C. will serve as Wellness Lifestyle Director,
mission to better our community.
along with award-winning Architect, Guillermo Barajas. The planning phase is complete, a
The project is at a critical point of seeking
model of the facility has been designed, and
national developers and investors to back the
the next steps are in the works.
project and see it to fruition. This “vision in the making” is a culmination of Dominguez’
Hazael E. Dominguez
The vision for the fitness plus wellness retail
expertise in everything health and fitness, a
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community will include a state of the art
knack for industry trends, and a passion for
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fitness gym at the epicenter; 20,000 square
seeing people of all ages at their overall best.
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feet of physician-specialty, and other health-
Ultimately, it would equate to a local “sports
related, retail office space at the exterior; an
and wellness hub” where children, all the way
Olympic-size swimming pool; and a rooftop
through the elderly, will be able to have an
running track along the perimeter of the
assessment conducted to gauge their current
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Uriel Delgado BodyFitbyUriel Uriel Delgado is an ACE Certified Personal
All my regimens are designed to assist
BodyFitbyUriel
Trainer and is the owner and operator of
clients based on their level of fitness and
local events as part of giving back to the
also
sponsors
several
BodyFitbyUriel since its creation back in
desired goals.”
community. His goal today is to finish his doctoral degree in medicine. “The most
2012. Delgado has been a personal trainer and fitness competitor since he was eighteen
Delgado is experienced in assisting any and
rewarding part of my career is that I have a
years old, and has been in the Fitness
all levels of fitness based on the clients’
chance to enhance the quality of life for my
industry for over twenty years now. “I started
needs. As a National Qualifying Coach in the
entire client base.”
as a personal trainer at the age of eighteen
NPC league for all categories of competition,
with Gold’s Gym. I decided to enhance my
he is currently prepping several national
experience and moved to Phoenix, AZ where
qualifying competitors for shows across
my expertise in the competitive world of
the country. His inspiration to help others
bodybuilding began,” said Delgado.
only grew stronger when an unforeseen event occurred back in 2008. Delgado had
BodyFitbyUriel caters to all fitness levels
decided to retire from personal training and
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starting from weight loss programs, fitness
go back to school. However, he got involved
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and wellness, and competitive bodybuilding
in an accident causing serious injuries with a
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in Women’s and Men’s Physique, Women’s
diagnosis of very few chances to ever train or
Figure, Beach Body, and Bikini. “The goal is
compete again in his life. “I decided to beat
to enhance the quality of life to every client
the odds and began my own rehabilitation.
that requires my services.
Five months post operation, I stepped back on stage in the ‘Men’s Physique Over 40’ category. I believe this was a second chance to make a difference in people’s lives.”
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Hunter Quartermane Quartermane Salon A career spanning nearly 26 years would be an admirable accomplishment by anyone’s standards, a career in the image industry fueled with passion only appears to be gaining momentum for Hunter Quartermane. Hunter is Chief Creative Director of Quartermane Salons TX, a concept birthed by he and his wife Shannon Quartermane. His El Paso based salon has been in existence 25 years and has had a reputation of offering firsts for El Paso in luxury haircare lines such as Rene Furterer, Oribe, and Kerastase. Quartermane Salon has come a long way since its inception and a dream of branding out has finally been realized with Quartermane Salon | Downtown Dallas, the concepts latest flagship. Quartermane’s view of why he’s had success begins with a story, “Since I was a very young child my mother taught me that I could do all things through Christ that gave me strength. I’m not lucky at all, my lack of education could’ve defined my life, as I only completed 7th grade. I could’ve allowed a moment like that to define me, instead I believe God chose to take hold and teach me how to define my very own moments. I have been given an abundance of undeserved blessings. With Gods help and incredible support from amazing people, I’ve been given a chance to live out my dream in my industry here in El Paso and now beyond. I believe I have a greater obligation to my client base than just making them look good, though I love that part of my artistry. It means nothing if I can’t plant a seed of positivity, or help impart some wisdom or love. I wish to leave a lasting legacy. One of hope and encouragement, one of empowerment through my life’s story, a true miracle and proof of Gods hand in my life. I should not have been able to have this life, however that’s why I believe my testimony to my clients is so powerful and real. If He will do what He’s done in my life, He will do it for anyone.” Quartermane Salon 5925 Silver Springs, Suite D El Paso, TX 79912 915-303-5070 quartermanesalon.com Photographed by: DAVID PARISH
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Proper Print shop
June, 2015 he nature of a space is vast and mostly empty. Metaphysically, one can say space is thick with molecules and the invisible matter that makes up existence. Art provides a space with culture. Art defines space, utilizes it to convey a message, a personal agenda. Proper Printshop is pioneering the use of space through design and art. Proper Printshop is re-engineering the model of business in El Paso. The business began as a hobby for Johnathan Owen
“J.J.”
Childress
and
Stephen
Escarzaga. They made funny shirts with a Hobby Lobby screen printing kit to pass the time. Both became a tight nit pair with a common goal of providing El Paso with a light hearted and impressive product. Their small scale operation began as a means to pass time. “We started adding more equipment and went from a hobby to a business,” J.J.
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June, 2015 says while we sit in their new open spaced workshop/office area in the heart of central El Paso. With a quick twist of the neck one can see various prints, posters, and T-Shirts lining the neon green walls. “T-Shirts are synonymous with many things… There were shared tastes there.” Experimentation with the art form budded popularity amongst peers and the like, and soon the print shop had orders from local bands and community events. Word of mouth formed the aesthetic for their publicity. Such a high demand in quality
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Soon they began to create “proper” design and coined the name Proper Printshop. “We were printing stuff that we wanted to wear ourselves. We were doing things proper, not just the correct way but the best way.” They Street where artists in conjunction with the design team gathered to nurture a culture around their scene. The two started hosting events and showcasing their work at art shows, local band shows, and community events like the Tour De Fun, a group bicycle ride and pub crawl that runs the gambit through all the downtown hotspots. Proper relocated to the corner of Virginia and Montana and soon switched hands in partnership. Along with a new face in the partnership, Allen Hudson, a new phase of the printshop began. Changes were made in the partnership to carry out creative endeavor. Escarzaga married and went on to bigger and better things, leaving the shop in limbo for a short time period. But J.J. continued on and with Hudson, formerly of Recovery Shirts, added to the Proper family the crew moved
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Former Montwood Outfielder Now ABC News National Correspondent
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H
e played his four high school
basketball and when it was time to steer
years - lettering two of them -
his career, it was sports he was aiming for.
and wanted to make it to the
It wasn’t until late in college that Mena
baseball major league, but
switched his focus to news. Landing that first
is now in the major league
job wasn’t easy. It took Phillip a year and a half
of broadcasting: reporting for the nation’s
of job searching before getting the call for that
top TV market. Phillip Mena was born and
first TV job as a multimedia journalist, or MMJ,
raised in El Paso, the oldest of three children
at KTSM. “I couldn’t get any luckier to have
for Ramiro Mena, Jr. and Laura Mena, both
El Paso, home, be my first market,” he says.
educators in the Ysleta Independent School
thought of it in those terms. I was just focused on the types of things I would be doing, not
District. Phillip attended St. Raphael Catholic
His career has been on a fast track since.
where.” Phillip says the same about his life
School, Myrtle Cooper Elementary then
Mena gained ground quickly working as a
in five or ten years. “Five years ago I was
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School before
one man band, then reporting and anchoring
working at a health shop in Phoenix, I never
graduating from Montwood High School.
followed by a trifecta of opportunities.
imagined. I don’t wish for anything, ever,” he
Because KTSM was a duopoly (with KDBC)
adds. “When you look too far ahead you miss
The El Pasoan briefly attended UTEP, but
and assisted their NBC sister station in
out on the process. I don’t remember my first
ended up at Arizona State University and the
Brownsville with news, Phillip was able to
days in Houston, I remember my last days in
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and
work for the three stations. His coverage
El Paso,” he recalls.
Mass Communication. It is UTEP though,
took him all the way to Louisiana for the
that Mena remains loyal to. “I remember
Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. After two years
Phillip has been able to cover many stories,
going to UTEP basketball games with my dad
in El Paso, the journalist’s experience helped
but finds the most impactful were the ones
before it was even called the Don Haskins
him jump to the Houston TV market as an
he told surrounding the corruption of public
Center; Don Haskins was coaching,” he
anchor/ reporter in 2012.
and school district officials in his hometown.
says. “That’s why, to this day, UTEP is my
“Public corruption, whether it be school His most recent move, to New York City as a
districts or elected officials, there had come
national correspondent for ABC news, came
a time where it wasn’t okay anymore,” he
Sports has always been a big part of Mena’s
in May 2015. When asked if he ever imagined
recalls, “there was a lasting impact on the
life. Before high school he played soccer and
himself there he quickly said “No. I never have
culture of El Paso.”
favorite sports team.”
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He’s also met many key leaders and
There was one person though, that was
often than not, they will tell you,” he says.
newsmakers
recently,
the journalist’s biggest influence - Hunter
He recalls following that advice when he
astronaut Scott Kelly - a member of the
S. Thompson. The author and journalist is
reached out to sports broadcaster Dan
first one-year crew for the International
known for writing “Fear and Loathing in
Patrick. Phillip added, “They were just like
Space Station (ISS). “I was awestruck to
Las Vegas” and creating an individualized
you at some point. If you do things right, that
meet someone of his statute,” he said,
reporting style. “He was the first guy I saw
will be you helping someone out.”
“his courage, his intellect.” Phillip’s move
and thought being a journalist was cool.
to Houston ignited an interest in astronomy
Unfortunately I never got to meet him,” said
As he begins this next chapter in his career,
that has grown and made the meeting much
Mena. “He was weird, but I like weird,” he
the El Paso Chihuahuas season ticket holder
more significant. “I bought a telescope and
added. “I collect his memorabilia.”
says he does his best to represent the Sun
including,
most
City wherever he is. “Even though I may
use it quite often,” he explains. “I have a newfound appreciation for the sky. Not a day
Today Mena has his own advice to share.
be living somewhere else, my heart is in El
goes by that I don’t look up.”
“Identify someone that you like to emulate,
Paso,” says Mena. “It’s never far in thought.”
reach out to them and ask them how. More
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here is an energy onstage. A tangible
environment. Their sound is a seamless
not very Zen but every one in the group has
energy that can be felt bursting
blend of genres that appear contradictory at
become masterful in some regards to their
from the performer as they reach
first listen. The festive horns and vibrant key
own disciplines. So the desire to be fruitful
out into the audience. The passion
find a contrapuntal balance with the hip-hop
with the quality of work is seemingly shared
and fury that arises from their
lyrics that can push between celebratory
amongst us. It’s never seemed to be rooted
kinetic actions infiltrates those who
and confessional in nature. Female vocals
in the abstract clichés of the tortured artist
witness it and causes a visceral response.
fill in choruses while bass grooves that flow
or mystic musings.”
For the local band, Ribo Flavin, this response
freely still manage to anchor down tunes
manifests itself most commonly in a desire
that always feel like they are a moment
With their talents being pushed by connection
to move. The danceable beats and eclectic
away from descending into chaos. Yet,
rather than self-flagellation, their influences
sounds often mask a tune that aspires to
word descriptions of the sounds the band
stem from all that surrounds them rather
higher forms of connection. Connection
generates fail to appropriately capture the
than from any internal desire to feed their
onstage and in the studio leads to a bonding
energy that the band is able to birth. Even
hubris. Ribo Flavin is built from the “diversity
with the audience. This is a process Ribo
in recordings the aforementioned kinetic
in [our] backgrounds and our surroundings.
Flavin enthusiastically embraces, “[For us
response to their tunes transfers well.
El Paso and Juárez have a major jazz history
it is about] the loss of self in performance –
There is a playfulness to everything they
that parallels to the upswing and downfalls
commanding and sharing a moment in a room
do, an air of joy even as they delve into
of our incorporated area. This is unknowingly
through performance. The exchange of ideas
grooves that could be construed as dark
bred into us.”
and moments among ourselves and guest
or passages that push into the realm of
performers/collaborators, especially when
sexy. Yet somehow Ribo Flavin finds this
This breeding is indeed unique to the
the exchange happens live. Completing ideas
easily explained as part of their natural
soundscapes that flowed through this city on
and endeavors, from the first full-length album
creative process, “We are all serious about
the river at a very particular point in time, “Most
to the first music video. The caliber of artists
our perspectives. Whether headed by the
of us were impressionable children during hip
of all mediums we have had the pleasure of
musically trained parts of the group or by
hop/rap’s heights in the 90s, that, alongside
working with. Our favorite moments definitely
the intuition of our DIY players, we are all
being raised by a generation that experienced
come from them and our supporters.”
simply trying to complete good tunes.” This
Steve Crosno, really unconsciously made our
simple effort in trying to make good tunes
sound. Our parents and grandparents were
El Paso has had a long and intriguing
has led to a half decade of sounds that the
listening to Chicano funk fusion and Motown
musical history. Experiencing the rock ‘n’
Sun City rejoices in basking in.
at the same time. Which contributes to the diverse sound as well.”
roll rise of Bobby Fuller, the pop culture connections to Marty Robbins, Bob Dylan,
Having formed five years ago in a storage
Phil Ochs, Stevie Nicks, and Adam Durwitz,
unit as a collection of “jazz snobs, pop
Having made plenty of golden grooves and
to the millennial explosion of At The Drive In
apologists, lovers of punk, and hip hop/boom
recently dropped a fantastic video for their
and their various offshoots. It is an enduring
bap purists” their unique construction as a
track “Light Years” the band is ready for
legacy that seems to defy any conventional
creative entity has molded their identifiable
anything so be sure to be on the lookout as
or formulaic description. It is more than
and highly successful sound. “We all meet
Ribo Flavin is on the rise.
appropriate that Ribo Flavin stem from this
at a place of desire and achievement. It’s
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Daddies Know Best
| By: KIRSTEN APPLEBAUM |
Everything is bigger and better in Texas – especially a father’s advice!
I
sat those kids down on a rock and told
One week after his first child was born, my
them, “Now, young-ins, buy as much
son’s math tutor’s car broke down, thus
real estate as you can because the last
hindering his ability to get to his clients’
time I looked, God wasn’t making any
houses. Speaking from my jaded experience, I
more dirt!”- Uncle Gus, Wimberley
sarcastically said, “Welcome to Fatherhood!” Anthony’s eyes twinkled back at me. “It’s
My husband was active duty military and
better than my old ‘hood,’” he said with a grin.
trained to keep a calm eye on the big picture
His simple response reminded me that he had
during crises. When my son started the
all he needed for a perfect day – a beautiful,
treacherous path to college, he faced many
healthy baby girl! - K. Applebaum quoting
challenges with both highs and lows. When
Anthony Boyd, El Paso
life felt overwhelming for my son, my husband would quietly advise him, “One bite of the
During tough times, most parents use
elephant at a time.” These words were simple,
adages like “This too will pass.” But my
Our daughters say this mantra reminds
yet profound, and helped us all to better tackle
father, Frank, had a different approach to the
them to take a tenacious and bold approach
life’s upsets. – Z. Abel, San Antonio
bumps in the road. His answer was always
to life, and to not play it safe because the
“Life is Beautiful!” Despite tragic losses,
only way to score is to risk it and start
Being one of 20 kids and born at the beginning
discrimination, illness, and major setbacks,
running. – K. Friend, Houston
of the Great Depression to a sharecropper and
he was always the first to remind us that
his wife, my father’s life has been anything
in every situation, it was up to us to either
My grandfather’s favorite saying was “Might
but easy. After fighting in the Korean War,
dwell on the negative or take the time and
as well!” For example, if I said, “Grandpa, I
he settled in Mesquite, Texas, to work as a
effort to discover the beauty and blessing.
have been thinking I’d like to have my own
roofer and raise his family. He is an honorable
I pray that I can find that kind of peace in
restaurant,” he would reply, “Might as
man who taught me with both his words and
my own life because he is right…life IS
well.” We used to think it was just his way
deeds that “Only two things in life are really
beautiful! – G. Selleck, Taylor
of giving us the shortest possible answer without having to put too much thought into
important – God and family. Make time for both!” – D. Anderson, Plano
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My husband has always told our three girls to
it. However, after he passed away, we found
“Run down the field until you get tackled.”
out that this was his way of forcing himself to
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Although my father passed away at the
he wanted to share that mentality with us. -
age of 53, he packed a lot of living into that
K. Hernandez, Pflugerville
short time. Of Wendish German descent, he
was an enterprising character who fought in
My dad taught me that, “People are not
World War II and helped liberate Buchenwald
disposable. Love your family and friends
concentration
even when it might not be easy to do so!”–
such atrocities, he always managed to have
L. Griffith, San Antonio
an optimistic and adventuresome spirit. And
camp.
Despite
witnessing
when life gave me lemons, and others seemed Every time I headed back to college in
to be flying high, my dad’s go-to phrase was
Austin, my dad would warn, “Watch out for
“Ahh ... the last chapter of that book hasn’t
the crazies!” Years later, I realized what he
been written yet,” and he was right every
already knew … the “crazies” are not always
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the dust has settled
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June, 2015
pulse ran through the heavy metal
a “veteran rally master” having participated in a
body of a sleek 1991 Porsche GT3. The
slew of rallies including the original Cannonball
checkered flag folded against the wind
Run of 1979. As the youngest member of the
as a mist of dust sprayed across asphalt.
El Paso Porsche Club, Medley was mentored by
Enthusiasts gathered to pay homage to a fallen
Willie in the ways of the motorsports enthusiast.
compadre for the tenth year in a row. The
“When I first started in the Porsche Club it wasn’t
Tenth Annual Dustball Rally cruised through El
extremely active.” The idea was thrown around
Paso with grace and excitement, absorbing the
by Medley and several of the younger members
beautiful panorama of the southwest.
of the club to organize a rally in order to bring
The three-day event, organized in 2005, spanned
that ferocity and eagerness of the original rallies of the seventies and such to the Sun City.
1000 miles from El Paso to Las Vegas from April 8th to April 11th, with a lengthier trek from Dallas
The 2005 Dustball Rally was put together
to New York happening later this summer. A love
roughly, with the love and care put forward by
for motorsports and an enthusiasm to endorse the
Medley. “[The event] wasn’t very organized so
local car community led Andrew Medley to put
the following year we wanted to do it right.”
together this one of a kind event in the face of much
Funding was an immediate hurdle in the way of
adversity. Tenacity and virtuous perseverance has
the second rally.
led the rally to become one of the most popular races of its kind throughout the globe.
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Then, after a long and ambitiously fulfilled life, Willie Williamson passed away. “That was a
The rally is held every year to honor Larry James
really hard time for everyone,” states Medley
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the dust has settled
his long-time mentor. Talks of the demise
Great Britain, China and New Zealand. That’s
of the rally organization buzzed about with
including teams from every state in the U.S.”
Medley looking to throw one last event and
Sponsors of the rally included many local
hang up its proverbial hat. Without proper
businesses such as ZIA Homes, Gold’s Jim,
funding and organization the Dustball Rally
and The Plum City Lounge. Cars such as the
was headed for doom. Enter Race enthusiast
Porsche GT3, the Lamborghini Murcielago,
Dede Rogers.
a BMW M5, a Ferrari 360, and an Audi R8 GT were amongst the lucky few to take part
“Rodgers really helped us out and believed
of the beautiful cruise through the many
in us.” Her passion for racing mixed with the
scenic routes from El Paso to the “middle
vigor she saw in Andrew Medley’s eyes as
of nowhere” in Bluff, Utah stopping off in
he spoke about Willie and the Dustball Rally
the desert oasis that is Las Vegas, Nevada.
gave her enough incentive to back a large
Teams with names like Chacuda, Gauchos,
part of the event, and the 2006 race looked
and La Flama Blanca zipped across the desert
to be even bigger than it’s predecessor.
in the name of charity, carrying the torch for
“Word got around somehow and we started
Willie Williamson.
attracting worldwide attention.” The race has a fairly low budget as far as races go and
“The next race is always the biggest race,”
Medley describes it as “by enthusiasts, for
says Medley as he continues to improve
enthusiasts.” Every year the race’s agenda is
upon his original idea year after year. With a
forward thinking and expansion.
love for the sport and the spirit of his mentor running through some of the finest engines
This year 25 five cars entered with the
ever built, the Dustball Rally, Medley’s
majority of the cars from out of the state
“labor of love,” will continue to tear up the
and many from out of the country! “We’ve
pavement of the United States, emanating
had teams from Mexico, Canada, Indonesia,
freedom with every switch of the gear.
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TOM LEA AND JIMMY DOOLITTLE | By: ADAIR MARGO |
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n April 18, 1942, Lieutenant
home defense, setting in motion a chain of
Colonel Jimmy Doolittle led the
events that led to Japan’s ultimate defeat.
famous “Tokyo Raid” off the
It also made Jimmy Doolittle a hero, played
aircraft carrier USS Hornet in the
by Spencer Tracy in the 1944 movie “Thirty
Coral Sea. Sixteen B-25s - loaded with four
Seconds Over Tokyo.”
bombs and five crew members each - revved up, running down 450 feet of clear deck
An artist correspondent for LIFE magazine,
before lifting off into the sky. The raiders took
Tom Lea went aboard the USS Hornet after
off early, hundreds of miles further from Japan
the Doolittle Raid, staying for over two months
than planned after being spotted by an enemy
during the desperate Guadalcanal air and sea
boat. They had secretly practiced forcing their
battles. The area of the Coral Sea they were
planes up, as their carrier runway was a third of
patrolling was dubbed “Torpedo Junction” by
the length normally needed for takeoff. After
one of the officer’s onboard, as they sensed
some near-stall climbs, the planes steadied
the Japanese would come after Doolittle’s
low into single file above the lapping waves,
ship. On September 16, 1942 the Japanese
with Japanese medals tied to one of the 500
sunk USS Wasp, which Lea witnessed from
pound bombs, marked for “special delivery.”
his station on the signal bridge. Then, on October 21, 1942, the Hornet was hit, five
Four months had passed since Pearl Harbor
days after Lea was lifted off. Admiral Chester
and the Japanese were feeling invincible. The
Nimitz broke the news to him at Pearl Harbor
people felt assured their island homeland was
as Tom Lea briefed him on the drawings he
safe, and a feeling of victory swept the land.
had done on board.
Tom Lea Jimmy Doolittle, 1943 LIFE Collection, WWII, Army Art Collection, Fort Belvoir, VA
Yet at 12 noon, 13 dark-green planes with white stars appeared over Tokyo, striking military
Brig. Gen. C.R. Smith commanded the Air
and industrial sites, with three planes hitting
Transport Command during World War II and
Yokohama, Kobe, Osaka and Nagoya. The
wanted a painted record of their efforts in
Americans!
different parts of the world. A friend of Tom Lea’s, Smith wrote orders on August 11,
After dropping their loads on the assigned
1943, allowing him transportation anywhere
targets, the raiders flew on until they ran
the ATC flew. One place was Tunis, where
out of fuel, with 15 crews landing in China,
Jimmy Doolittle had a villa in an Arab village
and one in the Soviet Union. One died bailing
named La Marsa just north of there. Also
from his plane and two drown. Eight airmen
a friend of C.R. Smith’s, Doolittle gladly
were captured by the Japanese, three of
welcomed Lea into his home, agreeing to
them executed.
pose for a portrait. Though whiskey was hard to get overseas, the two men drank a fifth
Though inflicting little material damage, the
of scotch while staying up until three o’clock
“Doolittle Raid” went a long way in boosting
in the morning reminiscing about the Hornet.
American
the
Many years later, Tom Lea remembered
vulnerability of the Japanese home islands.
Jimmy Doolittle as one of the most interesting
It forced the recall of Japanese forces for
and genial men he met during the war.
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hidden Gem
ucked away in east El Paso is a gastronomic treasure. The
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German Pub, located at 9530 Viscount in Barley Square, has been open since December 2014.
“A fantastic opportunity presented itself when the German Club on Ft. Bliss announced they were closing. We knew there would be a huge void in El Paso and surrounding areas to enjoy traditional German dishes, so we participated in an auction that allowed us to purchase key pieces of equipment. Once we secured the equipment the planning stages started. We met every Wednesday for almost nine months prior to opening. The location was secured and renovation took 25 days to complete and the Pub was born,” says co-owner Jessie De Santos. Marco Andresen, De Santos’ business partner, was the general manager of the German Club and also helped run the German Oktoberfest for a number of years. His experience, along with De Santos’ expertise garnered from operating a marketing and promotions company, facilitated a relatively smooth opening of the pub. Along with some of the equipment, certain staff members also transplanted to the pub. Chef Hilde Smith is responsible for cooking up genuine German dishes, which make up the bulk of the pub’s menu. “She has years of cooking experience and has created many of the authentic recipes we serve,” says De Santos. Among the many dishes offered is traditional German cuisine, comprised of such staples as bratwurst, schnitzel, and goulash. Also sprinkled into the mix are more domestic offerings, including chicken wings, mozzarella sticks, and chicken nuggets. The menu is
step up from the six that were offered when the establishment was
nicely rounded off with some Mexican flare. There is a Mexican style
located on Ft. Bliss.
schnitzel and tequila-lime wings. The stress and energy required to provide a variety of authentic “There’s a little something for everyone,” says waitress and bartender
German beers were eased due to Andresen’s experience. De
Tascha Chaffino, who along with sister Tanya, both migrated to the
Santos comments: “Marco is well-versed in all types of beers
German Pub from the establishment on base. Bartender and waitress
from around the world. The great thing about having a partner with
Estela Ortiz also joined the team at the pub from the German Club.
years of experience has definitely taken the research part out of the equation.” Management continues to add different beers not only
Upon entering the establishment, one feels immediately at home.
from Germany, but other parts of the world as well. Additionally, De
Reminiscent of a traditional Old World pub, the atmosphere is warm
Santos says they take into account what types of beers their patrons
and inviting. “We wanted to create a place where authentic food,
like.” Our consumers have a great amount of input in the beers we
tradition and culture were alive,” De Santos says.
offer so we continue to try new things,” she shares. The pub offers bottled brews as well as on tap.
The intimate space is cozy, friendly and comfortable and seats around 50 people. There is one unseemly area of the restaurant, however. An
The latest improvement to the pub is the recently completed Paulaner
orange wall in the pub pays homage to UTEP, as both owners are
beer garden. De Santos says they have plans to showcase live music in
extremely supportive of our local higher learning institute.
the garden later this year, as well as host a traditional Oktoberfest event.
And what German pub would be complete without German beers?
When you’re in the mood for outstanding food, great beer and a
“We offer over 30 different beers, “says Chaffino. She said this is a
welcoming environment, stop in at the German Pub. Prost!
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Qualities Women are Looking for in a Man | By: JANNET BUSTILLOS |
Listen up fellas! There’s no doubt that women are complicated creatures, and some of us can be extremely picky when it comes to the guys we date. Which is why I decided to give you all some pointers, on what “most” women are looking for in a man. Read on gentlemen, you might just learn a thing or two.
1 ChivalrY
Many women seem to think that chivalry is
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providing for ourselves, we still want to be reassured that you could help out.
6 2 3 7 dead. I disagree; I believe there are many men who can be chivalrous. The only problem is that they have, in some way or another, lost that trait. Well gentlemen, it is time you bring
it back. There is nothing sexier than chivalry. We want to feel like a princess, and should be treated as one. So get it together guys.
Patience
I don’t know about all women, but I can be as
Passion
We are looking for someone who shows us they are passionate. Whether it be for us, for certain interests, or simply passionate about life. It’s very common to hear that the passion in the relationship is gone, which is why we are looking for a man who can change that statement.
stubborn as they come. I am a Taurus (bull)
Honesty
after all, which means patience in a man is
Honesty is a great character to possess. It
very important to us. We need a man, who is
is the foundation for many qualities such as:
understanding and is willing to be patient. No
credibility, trustworthiness and consistency.
woman wants to date a man who flies off the
Honesty might be the most important quality
handle and has us feeling like we are walking
any woman looks for. Honesty and trust are
on eggshells all the time.
some of the key components to keeping a relationship together.
Humor
One of the biggest turn-ons for women is a
Kindness
funny guy. We want to know that you can
Although
have fun from time to time. It’s more pleasant
women like bad boys, this is not the case.
to be around someone who is humorous,
Nobody likes to be mistreated. Women want
rather than serious all the time.
a kind man, who will treat her and her loved
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Hard worker
there’s
a
misconception
that
ones with respect.
Having a good work ethic is very important
“Waste no more time arguing about
to us. We want a man who is a hard worker,
what a good man should be. Be one.”
and is capable of providing, if anything were
Marcus Aurelius
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“If it ain’t from Kentucky, it ain’t Bourbon.”
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his month we celebrate our men and with that sentiment
in mind, for us June is all about the tastes and tricks that make our men tick. And this month, The City has turned its attention to the drink we
all know and love: bourbon. And in the spirit of finding true American bourbon, there’s just no better spot to look than the motherland itself. So if you and your bros are looking for a great way to get away from the ladies – why not get out and explore Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail®? If
you love the drink, spending the long weekend away-from-it-all will surely wet your whistle in all the right ways by not only offering you some of the best bourbon you’ve ever tasted, but also by giving you a little perspective and history of Kentucky and the culture that surrounds this www.thecitymagazineelp.com fantastic piece of American refinement.
But first a little history . . . So where exactly does bourbon finds it’s roots? The history of bourbon has not been well documented . . . and is rooted in a controversy with conflicting claims as to the exact account of how the drink found it’s home in Kentucky and who exactly was the first to concoct the bourbon drink, but most agree either with one of two stories: The first account says that a Baptist minister, Reverend Elijah Craig, was a distiller and said to be the first man to use charred oak casks to distill the alcohol, giving the liquor the distinct reddish tone and special taste.
The other says that Jacob Spears from Bourbon County was the first to truly label the product he created as “Bourbon Whiskey.” This is probably the more popular of the two accounts and Spears’ home, Stone Castle, still exists today. In all reality, the process of distilling was most likely brought to Kentucky in the 18th century by the immigrating Scots, Irish, German, and Welsh who were coming to farm the area. Bourdon itself is made of a mixture called “mash bill” and is made from 51% corn, with the remainder consisting of wheat, rye or malted barley. This mash bill mix is taken, ground and mixed with water, then yeast is added and finally the mash is 101
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allowed to ferment. The
color and taste. Today, because of shifts in
mash is usually distilled
county lines, the original Bourbon County
to about 65-80% alcohol
does not have any active distilleries . . . but
where it is then served
the legends live on . . .
and enjoyed. Over time, became
Which brings us to today. In 1999, the
known as “bourbon” in the
Kentucky Distillers’ Association established
19th century (but even the
the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, a “trail”
name’s origins are disputed). Some say the
including 10 of Kentucky’s most established
name “bourbon” came from the legacy of
distillers including Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark,
the French Bourbon dynasty – while other
Woodford Reserve, Evan Williams’ Bourbon
say it came from the geographical location
Experience, Bourbon Town Branch, Bulleit
of the original Bourbon County that it was
Frontier Whiskey, Four Roses Bourbon, and
rumored to have originated out of. The drink
the Bourbon Heritage Center Heaven Hill
grew in popularity through the years as the
Distilleries, Inc. By purchasing a Kentucky
farmers shipped the oak barrels containing
Bourbon Trail® Passport, you can register
the alcohol down the Mississippi and Ohio
yourself for the bourbon experience of a
Rivers to New Orleans. The trip helped to age
lifetime – tasting and trying some of the most
the bourbon and also give it the distinctive
historic and tantalizing tastes the spirit has to
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offer. And for those who want to experience
Trail®, ensuring that you and your party make
of Whisky history. In Hye, Texas, just eight
the trail with an adventurous side, you can
it back to your accommodations safe and
hours down I-10 from El Paso, Garrison
also opt to bike the Kentucky Bourbon Trail –
sound – because let’s face it, you’re not going
Brothers Distillery stands as Texas’ first and
just make sure that you have a backup plan in
to want to worry about being responsible in
oldest whisky distillery. Sitting in the heart of
case you find yourself unable to operate your
the face of barrels and barrels of delicious
beautiful Texas hill country, this is one stop
bike after enjoying the fine bourbon you are
bourbon.
you won’t want to miss. Make a weekend
®
out of it and tour the distillery and old
sure to find at each of your stops. And with responsibility in mind, Kentucky tourism has
But if you’re not able to make the jump over
Fredericksburg and discover the tastes and
you covered. If you don’t want to bike the
to old Kentucky, you and your bros can still
history of this iconic drink for yourself.
whole trail, rent a limo. R & R Limousine is
have a unique experience here in the Lone
the official sponsor of the Kentucky Bourbon
Star State. In fact, Texas has it’s own piece
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Most men know that working out regularly has many health benefits such as lowering cholesterol, preventing colon cancer,
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controlling your weight, and building stronger muscles and bones … but what does training do for their sex drive? This may be one of the many benefits that will motivate men to hit the gym!
| By: LIZZIE MARTINEZ |
in the
gym and the bedroom!
As men age, testosterone begins to drop. When
Squats use many muscle fibers that give a full
weight lifting as a way to rid themselves
testosterone levels go down, so does their libido.
testosterone release. Other exercises include
of stress, and since stress is one of the
It only stands to reason, then, that anything men
chest press, bent-over rows, deadlifts, lunges,
biggest sex-drive killers, this will obviously
can do to increase their natural testosterone
back squats, and pull-ups. Incorporating these
be beneficial. Strength training also boosts
production will further enhance sex drive levels.
moves into men’s workout routines will be
confidence, which in turn brings confidence
This is where weight lifting comes in.
highly beneficial to their sex drive.
into the bedroom.
When a man participates in a proper heavy
On the other hand there are some men who
Sex drive killers to avoid: overtraining,
weight-training program, his testosterone
are so intently focused on their training that
extremely low body fat percentage, certain
shoots up. I say “proper” because over-
they worry frequent bedroom sessions will
supplements, and soy (which increases
training can lead to a crash in sex drive, so
result in negative impacts on their “gains.”
estrogen levels).
it’s important to keep weight challenging,
There is no need to worry here. Actually
(but also not too heavy to where you can’t
frequently “getting it on” will increase
perform with perfect form). It’s also important
testosterone
to keep reps low – anywhere from 8-20 reps
workout performance. When testosterone is
Workout Four Rounds:
max. Never exceed 40 reps in your exercises
flowing through the body more often, more
1) Hang Clean x 8
in order to maintain or build muscle size.
muscle tissue can be built.
levels
therefore
increasing
The “Better In The Bedroom”
2) Romanian Dead Lifts x 10 3) Kettlebell Swings x 15
Some exercises, more than others, will
Another effect of training that can impact sex
4) Barbell Hip Thrusts Off Bench x 12
maximize testosterone levels. As much as
drive in a positive way is the stress reduction
5) Chest Press x 12
men hate training legs, full squats are a must!
that working out provides. Many men use
6) Weighted Sit-ups x 20
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June, 2015
“You are your greatest asset.
Put your time, effort and money into training, grooming and encouraging your greatest asset.” Tom Hopkins
The male picture of virility is no longer the sun ravaged, dustbowl era cowboy perpetuated in cigarette ads marketed during the 70s and 80s. Sure, the element devastated rancher reminiscent of Tom Selleck made us all swoon, however times have evolved and so should every man’s definition of what is it is to be masculine. Understand that taking care of your appearance is the first step of embodying the bold, dauntless, non-horse riding confident modern man of this decade. Facial Care: Kiehl’s Oil Eliminator Deep Cleansing Face Wash This daily cleanser helps remove excess oil and other impurities from your face, leaving behind a smooth and
shells help buff away the dead skin cells
Sun Protection: Jack Black Double Duty Face Moisturizer
revealing a healthy and revitalized looking
Whether
matte finish. It also contains salicylic acid which helps unclog pores, while the micronized apricot seed and argan
faux
tanned
or
days
of
you. This face wash is gentle enough for
sunburned,
every day use even on the most sensitive
resembling a leathered version of yourself is out. Simply stated,
of skins, but strong enough to tackle the
there is nothing sexy about intentional sun abuse. Stay protected
the
day’s sweat, oil and pollution clinging to
in the desert sun, and show off that healthy epidermis. With
every pore on your face. ($22; www.kiehls.
ingredients such as blue algae extract and sea parsley, Jack
com))
Black’s Double Duty Face Moisturizer helps keep your skin feeling
Recommended for: those men whose
moisturizer also helps improve the skin’s appearance while its UVA
supple and hydrated. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, this shiny faces have become a driving hazard
and UVB absorbers help protect it from the sun’s damaging rays.
to all motorists, reflecting the sun’s blinding
($28; www.getjackblack.com)
rays onto oncoming traffic and impairing the visibility of those around within a three-mile radius. TXDOT thanks you in advance.
Recommended for: every man because no one should look like dehydrated beef. Unless you have a fascination with cowhide and want to secretly resemble it, apply a nickel size amount of this moisturizer onto your face and neck daily.
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Hair: Baxter of California Clay Pomade Made with natural ingredients such as beeswax and clay, this pomade provides pliable all day hold without weighing it down. The ability to remold and restructure your coiffure without the restricting freeze normally found in other clay pomades makes this product ideal for texturized hairstyles. The fennel and sage oil help create a fresh earthy scent, which is in great contrast to how, the multitude of grooming aids currently found on the market smell. Don’t get me wrong, for those of you on the “I wash my hair every now and then” rule, this pomade does not do miracles and is not meant to replace the daily lather, rinse and repeat session. ($20; www.baxterofcalifornia.com) Recommended for: the men with an outdated cowlick who need a modernized hairstyle. Does not work well for those attempting a comb over. We know what’s happening. We can see it. We know it’s missing, so please just shave it.
Feet: The Body Shop Peppermint Cooling Pumice Foot Scrub As the heat rages on
MATTHEW ABRAHAM director of make up artistry
and many audaciously gallivant across the city in sandals and flip flops, I find myself convinced that many El Paso men are part horse … and not for the
Celebrity make up artist whose brushes have touched the faces of reality TV stars, models, actresses, socialites, and beauty queens across Texas, California, and Georgia.
reasons you think. The hooves that have paraded across the Sun City are outright astonishing. Before you decide to expose those cinderblocks you call feet, I encourage you to exfoliate using The Body Shop’s Peppermint Cooling Foot Scrub. This potion will not only exfoliate the roughest and most callused of heels revealing softer, smoother and healthier looking skin, but will save you the tons you usually spend on sock replacement. Made up of peppermint oil and menthol, your feet will look and feel refreshed, all while smelling minty. ($14; www.thebodyshop-usa.com) Recommended for: the Fred Flintstones of the world. If your rock hard crackled feet can
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as it just me? Or, did the other 17 million people watching the riveting Bruce Jenner interview in which he came out
as a transgender woman on 20/20 with Diane Sawyer find Bruce Jenner to be the kindest, bravest and gentlest soul in the universe? Unfortunately most people didn’t hear of Jenner until watching the public spectacle that is “The Kardashians,” America’s own famous-for-being-famous family. But I have been a Jenner fan since I was a teenager. I was glued to the TV as I watched him win the decathlon in the 1976 Montreal Summer Olympics, and thus becoming the best athlete in the world. I was the first on my block to bolt out and buy the Wheaties box with his photo on the front, and I didn’t even eat Wheaties. I had a poster of Jenner hanging in my room, and he inspired me everyday to be my best. To me he will always be the archetypical Olympic hero who rocked the world with his athletic abilities. When I discovered that my son Sam was dyslexic, I hung a photo of Jenner in his room, because he too is dyslexic. I read one of Jenner’s books in which he said that he hated school. But in the 5th grade he discovered he could run. And run Bruce did for years and years away from himself … until he stopped running and sat in front of Diane Sawyer. The irony of Jenner’s story is that the Kardashians were trying to run with the big dogs and doing a whole lot of nothing but shopping – trying so desperately to to be the story. But Bruce stated, “I had the story … the one real, true story in the family was the one I was hiding and nobody knew about.” That’s when the interview hit a real nerve with me. Even if you can’t relate to his specific situation, everyone knows what it’s like to have a family dynamic drastically change and
going to be the same. If you strip away the
Jenner has gone from
reality show headlines, the Kardashians are
Olympic superstar, to Playgirl
just a close-knit family, granted a crazy mess,
cover,
but they love each other and like the rest of
show character and now he
us are not above dealing with the complicated
has strong-armed his way into our hearts
issues. The family’s acceptance of Jenner,
with his tenderness. Thirty-nine years after
and the enormous influence they have on
winning the title of strongest athlete in the
our culture, along with their hundreds of
world, he continues to show world-class
millions of social media followers, provides
strength. He reminds us that nothing is
an extremely powerful platform.
stronger than gentleness.
Jenner told Diane Sawyer, “We’re going to
Bruce Jenner I applaud you. I commend you.
do some good here,” and I admit he certainly
I want to be just like you. Courageous. Kind.
changed my views of what it means to be a
Strong. And above all else, honest. Jenner has
transgender and the agonizing decisions they
taught us all that one person can change the
must face, the ridicule, and the harassment.
world, just by living his story. I wonder what
I wonder how many of us could face such
the world would be like if we all did the same.
author,
and
reality
mockery? There was a statistic during the interview that stated 80% of Americans
Editor’s note: At this time, Bruce Jenner has
know someone who is gay, but only 9%
not requested that a new name or pronoun
know someone who is a transgender.
be used; therefore we are respecting his
Jenner has changed that forever. We all
wishes and will continue to refer to Jenner
know Jenner now. He opened up his chest
by his current name and with male pronouns.
cavity and showed us his soul – which, as he said, was that of a woman. I hope we all will collectively stand by Jenner and others who
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ife is made up of so many little
that she will always remember. Moments
moments. Moments that slowly
of joy and happiness. Moments that,
build into the story of our
despite all she has been through, were a
life.
For
Martha,
there
celebration of her life. With all eyes on her,
have been many moments
Martha was glowing. Surrounded by her
that were far from enjoyable. Many that
family and friends, she celebrated her 15th
she would probably just like to forget. But
birthday with an unforgettable quincea単era
April 25, 2015 was a day full of moments
at Grace Gardens.
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Sparkling chandeliers trickled down from the ceiling and beautiful flowers adorned the pink embroidered tables. As guests came in, they signed picture frames with portraits of Martha sending their best wishes. A candy table helped keep everyone’s sweet tooth in check before the cutting of the cake. A photo booth was also available for guests to take fun pictures and copies given to the quinceañera with personalized messages to help Martha remember her day. As the mariachis came in to sing Las Mañanitas, Martha took center stage. As she swayed back and forth her beautiful, white ball gown flowed with gracefulness across the floor. Her up-do was topped with a princess tiara allowing her to show off her new diamond earrings, given to her as a present courtesy of Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry & Watches via Jewelers for Children. “She is a symbol of strength and has a whole long life ahead of her and anything we can do to be a part of her wish experience, we are happy to do,” said owner Susan Eisen. Strength was evident in this 15-year-old who has battled a brain tumor nearly all her life. To overcome it took a strength like no other. But on this day, one could hardly tell that she had been through so much. “Even after all the suffering she’s gone through she’s still a very beautiful happy girl. To see her like this in this moment, and see her full of joy. What else could a mother ask for?” said Martha’s mother. Martha was referred to Make-A-Wish via Providence Children’s Hospital Child Life Specialist Ana Aburto.“Sierra Providence cherishes the honor to be able to partner with Make-A-Wish and grant our exceptional, inspiring children with life-threatening illnesses the opportunity and courage to realize their potential,” said Rob Anderson, Chief Business Development Officer for Sierra Providence Health Network. www.thecitymagazineelp.com
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After her referral, Martha then met with her Wish Granters Ana and Leonel Ortega – volunteers who serve as the liaisons between Make-A-Wish and the families served – who explained that she could choose her heart-felt wish based on her hopes and dreams. Martha ultimately decided on a quinceañera because “she wanted to celebrate her life and journey with friends and family.” The wish was supported through donations made by community partners. Months of planning combined to make Martha’s dream come true.
Make-A-Wish would like to thank the following donors and community partners for their generosity: Community support:
Bohannon Development Corporation, The City Magazine
Venue: Grace Gardens
Jewelry: Susan Eisen Fine Jewelry and Watches via Jewelers for Children
Ball gown: La Popular Quince Evening and Prom Boutique Cake: Super Target
“Everything came out beautiful, it was a great surprise. Thank you to Make-A-Wish for making this all possible,” said Martha, as she raised her glass for a toast. On this day, everything was orchestrated to create an unforgettable experience for a beautiful and strong young woman. And on
Reception dress and shoes: Macy’s
Photographers: Shakira Corbel, Robert Corral and Tommie Morelos
Photo booth: Mike Dee’s Productions
Candy table: Mindy and Meyer Marcus Flowers: Laura Carrillo
Limo: City Lights Limousine Service Hair/Make Up: Mix Salon & Spa
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office
Hemsworth), Captain America (Chris Evans),
Joe out to save the galaxy. He is neither an
blockbusters are being released
Ironman (Robert Downey Jr.), the Hulk
immortal god like Thor, nor does he have super
earlier and earlier. The cha-
(Mark Ruffalo), the Black Widow (Scarlett
human powers, and it truly lends to the mix.
ching factor has to be making
Johansson), and Hawkeye all get to work!
Additionally, Quicksilver (Aaron Taylor Johnson)
he
summer
box
has a flair for action, and the Scarlet Witch
the difference, as already this year’s launch of “The Avengers: Age of Ultron,” is making
These are some of the most action-packed
(Elizabeth Olsen) is truly wonderful. She is such
multi-millions overseas. And if you haven’t
scenes I have ever seen. Every character gets
a talented actress, and it’s never “normal”
made it to the box office yet to see this
face time and each one of them is given enough
when she’s around, which means she has
hit, here’s a tip: get your tickets early for
back story and development to make the flick
paranormal powers and can truly play “mind
“Ultron,” or expect long, here’s why:
even more interesting. Captain America is
games” with The Avengers. Oh, and who
still dealing with his history. The Hulk is still
could forget the incredible performance by
This is writer and director Joss Whedon’s
struggling to “curb his enthusiasm” when it
James Spader as the voice of the evil “Ultron.”
amazing creation of the second installment of
comes to his brute strength and it also serves
“The Avengers.” He brings all of your favorite
in helping Black Widow deal with her own set
Altogether, the whole film is a standout, and
Marvel heroes and then some to the ultimate
of demons. And Ironman, with his ego and
without giving anything away, you will be
groundswell of cinematic excitement . . . truly
one-liners, continues to be priceless.
overwhelmed by the ending. There is also a slow-motion scene that visually and literally
much more than you can possibly imagine or
takes your breath away.
expect. The story picks up with The Avengers
One better developed character this time
hunting Loki’s (Thor’s brother) lost staff,
around is Hawkeye, played by Jeremy
which is the ultimate source of alien energy.
Renner. In “UItron” he stands out as a human
This is just one really good film. S.H.I.E.L.D.
Together the team comprised of Thor (Chris
working for the greater good, just a regular
and Marvel strike again for the win!
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Fresh Start | By: ELAINE GORDON |
June is the month of beginnings graduations, weddings, Father’s Day and the commencement of summer-time fun, which includes picnics, barbecues and memories of warm sunny days spent with family and friends.
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FOOD
June, 2015
This month The City is cooking up barbeque-baked
Sauce all over the chicken and the root vegetables.
chicken that has a feel of summer grilling but taken
Season to taste with black pepper and Himalayan sea
indoors. It’s called Baked Barbeque Organic Chicken
salt. Place in the oven and bake for about 60-90 minutes.
accompanied with freshly picked root vegetables. Now place the acorn squash in another pan with some Root vegetables are extremely healthy for you and
water on the bottom of the pan (be sure to take the
roasted with a barbeque flavor seems to have all the
seeds out of the middle). Fill the cavity with berries
makings of a great outdoor meal taken inside.
and pour some agave nectar and organic maple syrup on top of the berries and over the top of the acorn
For a decadent side, try adding stuffed acorn squash,
squash. Sprinkle with some cinnamon and bake for
with raw honey and mixed berries as the filling,
about 60 minutes. Continue to baste the chicken, root
sprinkled with pure maple syrup and cinnamon. Also
vegetables, and the acorn squash. Check with a fork to
adding a simple arugula-watermelon salad with a
see if dinner is tender enough to serve.
hint of feta makes this meal the first of many more barbeque meals for you and yours.
Baked Barbeque Organic Chicken with Root Vegetables Serves: 4 Ingredients:
1 whole organic chicken cut up 4 organic fresh beets 4 organic turnips 2 organic fresh sweet potatoes 2 organic fresh Russet potatoes 2 large organic acorn squash 4 large organic carrots (multi colored carrots) 2 large organic sweet yellow onions OrganicVille Barbecque Sauce (gluten free) Crushed black pepper to taste Himalayan sea salt to taste ½-1 cup of water 1-2 cups frozen berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and some dark organic cherries) ½ cup organic maple syrup 1 tbsp. of cinnamon ½ cup of organic agave nectar Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the chicken in a stainless steel baking pan along with the root vegetables. Cut the vegetables into quarters (all except the acorn squash and carrots). Cut the acorn squash in halves, and set aside. Cut carrots into thirds and also place in the baking pan. Add a small amount of water (about ½ cup to 1 cup) to keep the bottom of the pan from burning. Then sprinkle the OrganicVille Barbeque
FOOD
June, 2015
Arugula Watermelon Salad with Feta Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4-6 cups organic fresh arugula 2 cups watermelon cut in cubes ½ cup feta cheese Black pepper to taste Himalayan sea salt to taste Directions: Place organic arugula in a large salad bowl and place the watermelon chunks on top of the salad. Be sure that the watermelon chunks are not too thick.Then sprinkle the feta cheese on top of the salad, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add olive oil and vinegar on top of salad and serve. Salad dressing: ½ cup of organic virgin olive oil ½ cup of balsamic vinegar
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Etiquette
June, 2015
Appreciating Dad
| By: JOANN WARDY |
Having been in the gift business, I couldn’t help observe the noticeable difference in sales between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Somehow father always got the short end of the stick. It never seemed quite fair. While men seem to be more difficult to shop for than women (since we love everything), we must not forget the importance of acknowledging our father on his special day. Here are some suggestions: • A well-thought out letter expressing our love and appreciation • Taking him out to dinner • Buying him a special book we know he will find of interest • Equipment for his favorite sport • Tools if he is into them • Tickets to his favorite entertainment • Don’t forget the big hug and kiss and the words “I love you, Dad” • Spend a special afternoon with just your dad Joann Wardy owns and directs “The School of Etiquette and Enrichment” and was certified at “The Protocol School of Washington.” For children and adult class schedules call (915) 584-3930.
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| By: GRACE THE PSYCHIC LADY |
The Astrological Man
T
he zodiac is a very complex tool that
Leo Positive – The male Leo is very
Sagittarius Positive – The male archer
helps us to understand character traits,
trusting, giving and loyal. They have vibrant
has a great memory for details and has a
of each of the astrological signs. Here’s
personalities,
extremely
contagious sense of humor and laugh: they
a look at both the positive and negative
popular and can use their charm to get what
are adventurous and love jobs that involve
they want. Negative – The lion does not
traveling. They have trusting natures and love
like to be told what to do and will get very
to experience different cultures. Negative –
irritated when someone nags at them.
Taking risks often leads them to be careless
traits pertaining to each male zodiac sign.
Aries Positive – The Aries man is a gifted
are
well-liked,
leader; he’s competitive, self- assured,
with their finances.
industrious and most of all, he likes to win.
Virgo Positive – Virgo men are practical
Negative – They walk with air of confidence
and detail-oriented individuals. They are
Capricorn Positive – Male Capricorns
and has dominant sex appeal. These traits
devoted to serving those less fortunate and
are extremely dignified and polite and will
often make them appear very arrogant and
are the epitome of thy brother’s keeper. They
always play by the rules. They surround
not very empathetic.
take responsibility very seriously. Negative
themselves with people who are as good
– Men born under this sign are very finicky
natured and generous as they are. Negative
Taurus Positive – The Taurus male walks
and can’t stand chaos. They are also very
– They protect their emotion at all costs
with determination and is very persistent. They
conservative and critical.
which makes it difficult to form a connection
are very down to earth with a tendency to be
with them.
quiet and polite. They are also charming and like
Libra Positive – They are interested in
to dress for success and enjoy the finer things
both sides of an issue and will always give
Aquarius Positive – Aquarius men are
in life. Negative – They are very stubborn,
balanced advice. They are very polite and well-
friendly to everyone and love to be surrounded
fitting the symbol of the bull perfectly. He will
mannered and will always create a great first
by people. They are strong minded, good at
rarely change his point of view.
impression. Negative – Libra men hate to get
multi-tasking, and have a wide interest in
into arguments and will avoid expressing their
what is happening around them. Negative –
views in order to maintain harmony.
They are often unpredictable and do not like
Gemini Positive – Gemini males are extremely intelligent, witty, friendly and
to conform.
persuasive. They can sell anything to
Scorpio Positive – The Scorpion male is
anybody, and are always on the move and can
intensely loyal and never forgets a kindness
Pisces Positive – The Pisces male is very
charm themselves out of any bad situation.
or injury. The give very honest advice and
caring and romantic. They are not materialistic
Negative – They are restless and impatient
will move mountains for others. Negative
and have a tendency to be a dreamer. They
and will tend to have a lot of nervous energy.
– Temperamental at times, they don’t take
are artistic and are extremely dedicated in
kindly to the word no, in fact they take it
whatever they are pursuing. Negative –Their
very personally.
sensitivity can be their strength as well as
Cancer Positive – They have an uncanny business sense and photographic memory.
their Achilles heel and this often leads to
Family is extremely important to them and
depression or melancholy.
most share a close bond with their mother. Negative – The crab gets very crabby when hurt and will keep their emotions and thoughts closely guarded.
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GET YOUR SEXY BACK! | By: HUMBERTO PALLADINO, MD |
Humberto Palladino, MD Southwest Plastic Surgery 10175 Gateway Blvd West, Suite 210 (915) 590-7900 swplasticsurgery.com
results in more stress and depression that
Hair Transplantation is the surgical way to
at the same time triggers more hair loss.
restore hair loss. This is the best option when
There are many factors involved in loosing
the above mentioned are not effective or
hair such as hereditary, hormonal, stress
when baldness is too advanced. This option
related, medications, etc. Regardless of the
is not exclusive to the scalp; it can also treat
reasons, the point here is that sporting the
the beard, sideburns, and eyebrows. The
bald look is not for everyone.
two techniques are:
But don’t panic, at Southwest Plastic
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation): Is
Surgery we offer a myriad of solutions to
the most commonly used hair transplant
help you prevent or regress your hair loss.
technique, where the surgeon removes a
These solutions not only include surgical
strip of tissue from the donor site and with
procedures like hair transplantation, but also
the help of a specialized team dissects it into
non-surgical options such as medications,
single follicular units. These hair follicles are
laser therapy, and PRP (Protein Rich Plasma)
then implanted through tiny incisions one
Injections. The doctors will ask you a
hair at a time.
number of questions, analyze your medical and family history, as well as your lifestyle to
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction): Is the
unravel the real cause behind your hair loss.
technique in which hair follicles are extracted
Once this is determined, the problem can be
one by one in a scarless and non-invasive
assessed effectively.
manner. The next step is the placement of each follicular unit individually. This is a very
Medication is the best way to treat hair loss Many people believe that men age more
meticulous, precise, and lengthy technique.
in the early stages, since it helps to prevent it.
gracefully than women, maybe because
Either if you are barely noticing more than
we are more forgiven with a beer belly,
Low Level Laser Therapy helps stimulate hair
usual hair loss, or if it has already gone out
a little grey hair here and there, and even
growth with easy treatments at home.
of control, at Southwest Plastic Surgery we
consider those laugh lines to be kind of
have a solution to help you renew your self-
sexy. But one of the biggest concerns that
PRP Injections consist of the patient’s own
esteem, restore your hair loss, and revive
about 50% of men face is losing their hair.
blood plasma concentrated with platelets
your appearance.
Hair loss affects a man’s social, personal,
that are injected into the scalp in the areas
and professional life. It creates low self-
where hair loss is apparent. This is a natural
esteem and high self-consciousness which
and safe way to treat hair loss.
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investment
June, 2015
Don’t Let Your Retirement Savings Goal Get You Down As a retirement savings plan participant, you know that setting an accumulation goal is an important part of your overall strategy. In fact, each year in its annual Retirement Confidence Survey, the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) reiterates that goal setting is a key factor influencing overall retirement confidence. But for many, a retirement savings goal that could reach as high as $1 million or more may seem like a daunting, even impossible mountain to climb. What if you’re contributing as much as you can to your retirement savings plan, and investing as aggressively as possible within your risk comfort zone, but still feel that you’ll never reach the summit? As with many of life’s toughest challenges, it may help to focus a little less on the end result and more on the details that help refine your plan.* Retirement goals are based on assumptions
which could impact both the lifestyle you desire in retirement and the
Whether you use a simple online calculator or run a detailed analysis,
amount you save in your employer-sponsored plan. As in other areas,
remember that your retirement savings goal is based on certain
salary adjustments are just estimates.
assumptions that will, in all likelihood, change over time. Assumptions may include:
Retirement expenses: Can you say for certain how much you will need each month to live comfortably in retirement? If you’re five
Inflation: Many goal-setting calculators and worksheets use an
years away, the answer to this question may be much easier than
assumed inflation rate to account for the rising cost of living both
if you’re 10, 20, or 30 years away. In order to give you a targeted
during your saving years and after you retire. Although inflation has
savings goal, retirement calculators must make assumptions for how
averaged about 2.5% over the last 20 years, there have been years
much you will need in income during retirement.
(e.g., 1979 and 1980) when inflation has spiked into double digits. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics) No one can say for sure where
Social Security, pension, and other benefits: To be as accurate as
prices are headed in the future.
possible, a retirement savings goal should also account for additional benefits you may receive. However, these types of benefits typically
Rates of return: Perhaps even more unpredictable is the rate of return
depend on your earning history, which cannot be accurately assessed
you will earn on your investments over time. Although most calculators
until you approach retirement. This will help ensure that your goal
use estimated rates of return for pre- and post-retirement years, returns
continues to reflect your life circumstances as well as changing
will fluctuate, and there can be no guarantee that you will consistently
market and economic conditions.
earn the rate that is used to calculate your savings goal. Life expectancy: Retirement savings estimates also usually use an
Break it down
assumed life expectancy, or other time frame that you designate,
Instead of viewing your goal as ONE BIG NUMBER, try to break
to determine how long you will need your money to last. Without a
it down into a monthly amount--i.e., try to figure out how much
crystal ball or time travel machine, however, no one can make exact
income you may need on a monthly basis in retirement. That way
predictions in this arena.
you can view this monthly need alongside your estimated monthly Social Security benefit, anticipated income from your current level
Salary adjustments: Calculators and worksheets may also include
of retirement savings, and any pension or other income you expect.
assumptions for pay increases you might receive through the years,
It can be far less overwhelming to brainstorm ways to close a gap
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of, say, a few hundred dollars a month than a few hundred thousand dollars over the duration of your retirement.
Retirement may be different than you imagine When people dream about retirement, they often picture images of exotic travel, endless
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friends, reading a good book, taking a scenic drive, or playing board games with grandchildren. (Source: “Happiness from Ordinary and Extraordinary Experiences,” Journal of Consumer Research, June 2014) While your dream may include days filled with extravagant leisure activities, your retirement reality may turn out much different—and that actually may be a matter of choice.
Plan ahead and think creatively Chances are, there have been times in your life when you’ve had to put on your thinking cap and find ways to cut costs and adjust your budget. Those skills may come in handy during retirement. But you don’t have to wait to begin thinking about ideas. Consider ways you might trim your expenses or enhance your retirement income now, before the need arises. Jot down any ideas that come to mind and file them away with your retirement financial information. Then when the time comes, you can refer to your list to help refine your retirement budgeting strategy.
The bottom line As EBRI finds in its research every year, setting a goal is indeed a very important first step in putting together your strategy for retirement. However, you shouldn’t let that number scare you. As long as you have an estimate in mind, understand all the various assumptions that go into it, break down that goal into a monthly income need, review your goal once a year and as major life events occur, increase your retirement savings whenever possible, and remember to think creatively both now and in retirement--you can take heart knowing that you’re doing your best to prepare for whatever the future may bring. *All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal, and there can be no assurance that any investment strategy will be successful.
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Gigi’s Playhouse Achievement Center Grand Opening APRIL 19, 2015 | Photographed by TOMMIE MORELOS
The YWCA
22nd Annual Women’s Luncheon
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501 Bar and Bistro $$
Little Shack $
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(915) 351-6023
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For a new taste in a truly fabulous
Famous for their delicious take on
restaurant, bring your loved ones
Mexican seafood, Little Shack offers
to 501 Bar and Bistro. Their Grilled
fish and non-fish lovers a unique taste.
salmon entree comes with basmati
The Shrimp Quesadillas are breaded
rice, sautéed vegetables, and a choice of
shrimp with cheese, lettuce with flavorful
any of their delicious sauces. O, DF, PR, H
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WESTSIDE
CENTRAL Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant $$
Basico Bistro Café $$
321 Chelsea St | (915) 772-0066
6006 N Mesa St #106
Forti’s Mexican Elder Restaurant has been
(915) 581-6661
serving savory Mexican food for more
Basico Bistro Café brings the earthy-
than 35 years. Their Carnitas are slowly
chic to the bistro world with a yummy-
simmered large pieces of seasoned
licious menu. The Basico Burger is a
marinated pork shoulder and come
1/2 pound certified black angus with
with cilantro, grilled onions served with
cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion
beans, rice and guacamole. O, DF
and chipotle aiolï, on a brioche bun. Topped with a toreado jalapeño. O, DF, H
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Thai Chef Café $
Pho Tre Bien $$
4800 Dyer St
6946 Gateway Boulevard E
(915) 566-8050
(915) 598-0166
Recognized as one of the best Thai
Pho Tre Bien is one of the most recognized
restaurants in town, Thai Chef Café
Vietnamese restaurants in El Paso for the
brings an authentic flavor to the Sun
traditional, homemade-flavored cooking.
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Their thick vermicelli Spicy Authentic Beef
most popular curry dishes, served with
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green beans, bamboo shoots along with your
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favorite choice of protein in a savory green curry. Garnished with sweet bell pepper and served with steamed jasmine rice.
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