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You know what they say, while the boss is away, the employees will…write his blurb for him.
Nothing too crazy has happened in the past two weeks while Dave’s been vacationing with his family in Colorado: the office hasn’t burned down and somehow the coffee still gets made in the morning. A couple weeks ago, we posted a photo on Outlook’s Facebook page—a paparazzi-esque iPhone shot of something you don’t see everyday—a man riding his horse through the McDonald’s drive-thru at Danforth and Kelly. Apparently others thought the photo was as interesting as we did. By the end of the day, the photo had been shared over 130 times, reaching the newsfeed of almost 16,500 people across the country. As the photo spread in popularity, memories began to surface as people began commenting about their stories and interactions with him. “Blew my kids’ minds to be riding in the car and pass a cowboy.” “He’s been doing that for years!” “Makes me smile.” “This is why I love Oklahoma.” “I know this man very well. He officiated my wedding and my 6-month-old son is named after him.” It was obvious this man had brought smiles to many Edmond residents over the years. We had to know who he was. With the help of our Facebook followers, we got in contact with Irvin Judd, who was very surprised the photo gained so much popularity. For “years and years and years,” Judd and his horse Rusty have been riding through that McDonald’s—Judd would order some lunch and get Rusty some apple slices. Judd loves to ride around Edmond on one of his horses, posing for photos, and with a parent’s permission, he’s been known to even give kids rides. “For some of the kids, it’s the first time they’ve ever been on a horse,” Judd said. “That’s all you need, to see kids smile.” To see other photos highlighting our Oklahoma community, “like” us on Facebook at facebook.com/theoutlookmagazine.
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For ten years, among a tangle of other trees and shrubbery
thriving in the red dirt of an abandoned nursery site, a rare tree waited patiently. Growing bigger and stronger, year after year, this rare Weeping Japanese Pagoda Tree reaches an impressive 13 feet tall with a 16-foot wide canopy. This unique beauty was discovered when the plot of land just along the west side of I-35 was in the planning stages for building a new Mercy Health Center. Nobody knows how the tree came to be on the site or how it managed to grow to such an impressive size. Estimates put the age of the tree at anywhere from 20–100 years.
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“Before the land was developed by the Mercy group, the city was working with them on tree preservation,” said Ryan Ochsner, City of Edmond Urban Forestry Coordinator. Before they even broke ground, there was a commitment by Mercy to include a nature preserve on the grounds of the new facility but the diversity of plant life came as a surprise to everyone involved. The site was opened to allow local organizations to adopt some of these unusual plants rather than simply bulldoze over them, and this led to the discovery of the rare tree. Ochsner said he was first struck by the beauty of the tree. “I discovered how unique and relatively rare it is, to our area especially, once I identified exactly what kind of tree it was and did some research on it,” he explains. “This is a very rare species in the United States and I couldn’t find any to buy. They are available in China—much smaller trees, of course.” He knew this tree needed to find a home.
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Finding the right contractor to handle the safe removal of the tree proved to be a challenge. First, the tree would have to be hand-dug as it was too large to be machined. Luckily, a local contractor was
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located who was willing to do the work by hand and had also done this type of removal before. But that wasn’t the only challenge of this job. After it was manually dug out, the tree was lifted out of the ground at the construction site using a crane to safely hoist the tree with minimal damage. “Finding a technique that would work on a tree of that size was tricky,” says Ochsner. “We drove pipes under the tree and lifted from there—a little bit of trial and error.” The sheer size of the tree would also prove challenging during the transport. With the 16-foot wide canopy, the tree also boasted a root ball of about 14 feet wide. Transporting the massive tree down 33rd Street demanded a large, coordinated effort. “We worked with the local cable and electric utilities to lift lines, and the police came out to help direct traffic,” says Ochsner.
A New Home
The Margaret Annis Boys Centennial Arboretum is at the south end of Bickham-Rudkin Park on 33rd between Boulevard and Bryant. While at the Arboretum, visitors may enjoy bird watching, a
Beauty often flourishes in unexpected places. quiet walk in nature and a glimpse of the transplanted Weeping Japanese Pagoda tree. It’s been nearly two years since the tree took that trek down 33rd Street to its new home in the arboretum, and by all accounts, the tree is thriving. According to Ochsner, “every year the tree is putting out new growth,” a sure sign that the new location was a good choice. Having this uncommon tree on open display is a wonderful opportunity for all to come and take a glimpse of a tree species not ordinarily found locally. This Weeping Japanese Pagoda tree that nobody expected to find in the Oklahoma red dirt has become a metaphor for the strength and resiliency of our state and her people. Transplanted here, the tree has learned to adapt and thrive in our ever-changing climate—showing endurance and graceful beauty. When asked about the future of the tree, Ochsner considers the question for a moment before answering. “It’s not uncommon for trees to live a hundred years, depending on species and care. With our investment in this one… we expect a long life for it.”
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Louise
Va cation Blunders It’s hard to believe that August has passed and summer is winding down. And though I got a few things accomplished like trees trimmed and a sprinkler system installed to water those trees, there is still one thing on my to-do list—a vacation. Some of you have probably already come and gone on your trips and it made me wonder how many travelers had vacation blunders. Something unexpected, unwanted or downright funny. Being as I have probably told you about most of our family vacation disasters, like my husband, Carl, being stung by a jellyfish in Biloxi, Mississippi, and yours truly stepping on a bee in Hawaii, I sent e-mails to friends and asked for unusual vacation happenings. Oddly enough, some people have absolutely nothing out of the ordinary happen on trips. Hard to imagine since we always dealt with something. Air conditioning going out on our van at high noon. A sunset cruise turning into “rescue on the high seas.” But kick back and enjoy a few humorous happenings from other folks’ vacations. Karen experienced a disastrous fishing trip on which her husband planned to teach her to fish. John purchased an expensive rod and reel, but when he cast off, he accidently threw the whole thing forward and watched his new equipment sink into the lake. Later, while fishing from an inner tube, John put his bait on the tube and a snake swam inside after the bait. Some people just aren’t meant to fish! My son, Aaron and his wife, Amy, were taking a short trip with their little ones when baby Axton threw up in the car. When they pulled over for cleanup, Aaron discovered he hadn’t packed the children’s suitcase. They drove to a Love’s gas station and went inside, all looking like they just came from the hills. Four-year-old Alexandria had on a long, ratty t-shirt for a nightgown, Aaron was wearing camo, Amy was covered in vomit and Axton was naked.
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They wondered if the sign, “No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service” applied to babies. Near the front of the store was a clearance rack with a baby t-shirt reading “Mama’s Boy.” Aaron quickly grabbed it for Axton. The wide-eyed clerk said, “If you’re going to buy that you can go ahead and put it on the child.” They grabbed diapers and the rest of the clothes on the rack before heading to an outlet mall. While riding a shuttle bus in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Gaylen and her family watched in awe as an injured woodchuck lay in the middle of the street, backing up traffic in all directions. Finally, a shuttle passenger took a couple of long sticks and escorted the angry, hissing varmint off the road. The hero got a round of applause and traffic resumed. When Mary Lou was a preteen, spending the night at a relative’s house, she went to sleep while hearing the grownups talk about burglaries in the neighborhood. Suddenly, she jerked awake from a scary dream and accidently rammed her arm into a glass windowpane. Everyone awoke and thought it was a burglary, checking the whole house before finally finding Mary Lou on her cot, quietly bleeding. Yep, she had to have stitches. I love this one! John and Karen were spending the night at a hotel in the middle of the winter, enjoying the indoor heated pool. When other folks entered the pool area, John decided to have some fun. Being a double amputee, he suddenly yelled, “Shark!” and jumped out of the pool, water dripping from his stumps. People screamed and scattered, and though they could see every inch of the pool, from top to bottom, no one would go into the water. Hope you enjoyed your own vacation this summer, without mishaps or blunders.
About the Author Louise Tucker Jones is an award-winning author and inspirational speaker. Author and co-author of four books, her work has been featured in numerous publications. Email LouiseTJ@cox.net or visit LouiseTuckerJones.com.
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Clauren Ridge V i n e ya r d & W i n e r y
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Kim never imagined that her husband’s new interest would turn into such a profitable business. They are continuing to expand their reach in the wine market. “We hope to start distributing. That’s one of our major goals.” The Ingmires will have a number of wines for retailers to choose from once distribution starts. Their fully-stocked winery also features a wine cave that can’t be found in many other wineries in the city. The wine cave is temperature-controlled and also provides the perfect setting for receptions and special events. Clauren Ridge provides a full staff, linens, flatware, stemware and even flowers for your occasion. “We have the weddings out here at the pergola,” says Kim. Brides near and far are calling to book their special day months in advance. “We’re booked every Saturday for 2013 and 2014 is filling up.” People aren’t just flocking to the winery for weddings. The staff opens their doors for wine tastings Friday through Sunday. Visitors can pick from a variety of different red and white wines and also nibble on wine cake balls, assorted mini quiches or cheese and crackers. The Ingmires also offer a unique dining experience for Titanic enthusiasts. “I have china imported from the UK,” says Kim. “It’s an exact replica of the first-class china that was on the Titantic. My husband and I dress up and we play the music that was heard on board.” The couple hopes to make Clauren Ridge a first-class experience for wine enthusiasts. For now, Kim says that they’re just trying to enjoy the fruits of their labor. “We have a lot to learn, but we’re getting there!” www.claurenridge.com
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glass of wine can provide the perfect form of therapy. No one knows this better than Thomas Ingmire. After years of working a stressful job, Ingmire decided to venture into the wine business with his wife Kim. Twelve years and thousands of grapes later, the Ingmires are enjoying the sweet taste of success. North of the OKC Metro area and far from the noise of the city lies the hard work of the Ingmires and one of Oklahoma’s best kept secrets. As you head down the small two-lane highway that local residents know as Waterloo, you’ll slowly creep up on the gates of Clauren Ridge Vineyard & Winery. Before you can even get a full appreciation of the brand new construction inside the winery, your eyes immediately gaze out the large glass windows as the sunrays hit the hills and light up the vineyard outside. White ceremony chairs are neatly lined up in the middle of the vineyard and the massive pergola draped in white linens makes the setting feel like something from a movie. This is where Thomas decided to plant his dream. His new project started off as a small hobby that only included a few vines. The following year he decided to plant a few more and didn’t stop driving his tractor until the entire hill of his property was covered with vines. “Pretty soon we had more grapes than we knew what to do with,” says Kim. “The mature vineyard, where we harvest our grapes, is on the back of the property— 8 to 10 acres of 12- to 13-year-old vines.” The Ingmires have learned a lot about the wine business over the years and hope to see it continue to grow in Oklahoma. “It’s a relatively new industry here. The wines are getting better!”
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FOOD FOOD Inspirations Tea Room lunch & Events by Laura Beam Forget the stuffy tea rooms of the past with an overdose of forced “charm”
and one-too-many dusty antiques. Modern tea rooms, like coffeehouses and wine bars, have evolved into
upbeat, sophisticated gathering spots, attracting a whole new breed of beverage and food enthusiasts.
Even if you don’t know a good Oolong from a proper Chai (or even how to spell them), you’ll love discovering the superb lunch fare that complements these wonderful teas at Inspirations. But don’t be surprised if that refreshing sip of vanilla iced tea or hot French Caramel Crème Brulee tea becomes a delicious repeat indulgence, with or without the lunch. In name and in mission, Inspirations strives to celebrate the time-honored tradition of bringing family and friends together in a relaxed and stylish setting. Opened in 2005 by Larry and Tamara Rhoads in tribute to Tamara’s kind and cheerful sister April who passed away in a tragic accident in 1995, Inspirations is dedicated to encouraging togetherness. One look at the packed parking lot and busy event rooms and restaurant tells all: mission accomplished. Graciously tucked in a lush enclave, the chic venue welcomes you with an irresistible gift shop of candles and goodies galore. Beautifully appointed dining areas throughout the shop offer tasty ambiance at every turn. The main dining room is set like a regal English manor and two private dining rooms are fancifully dressed in fine linens and china with
the detail of a storybook setting. A favorite of many guests is the glass garden room and patio with a backdrop of greenery that transports you to a countryside getaway. The menu is equally grand—far beyond the dainty snack you might expect at a tea room. Generous portions featuring fresh, creative ingredients make each entrée a stand-alone showpiece. The popular chicken salad, roast beef or turkey croissants or the Queen’s Quiche are accompanied by soup, house salad, scone with lemon curd, dessert and tea. The soft, biscuit-like scones with lemon curd are absolutely dreamy. And that’s not even the dessert! You also get to choose one of their divine desserts like cobbler, coconut cake or chocolate cake. Sweets-lovers know, it doesn’t get any better than this! The homemade dressings blended with Inspirations’ signature Teaoli olive oils and vinegars are another menu highlight. Exciting flavors like the Teaoli Creamy Garlic or Red Apple Teaoli Vinaigrette will make that bottled dressing in your fridge forever obsolete. Not to worry—you can take home the perfectly flavored oils to whip up your own gourmet concoction. The masterpiece of this exceptional
destination—the Teaoli collection of fine tea, olive oil and balsamic vinegars—is the only store of its kind in Oklahoma and an attraction all its own. Plan extra time to shop the vast assortment of teas and global selection of extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars imported to the shop and bottled on the spot. Here, and at the Teaoli store at Spring Creek Village in Edmond, sample all the fruity, spicy and sweet varieties of this healthy indulgence captivating the world. These intensely flavorful oils are renowned for their numerous preventative and curative properties. What fun, a place where you can have your cake and eat healthy, too. Visit Inspirations at 2118 W. Edmond Rd. in Edmond for lunch Mon.-Fri. 11am-3pm and Sat. 11am-4pm. Call 405-715-2525 for large parties or event rooms and planning. See inspirationstearoom.com for details. Laura Beam is a business and food writer and 20-year advertising and marketing executive in radio, newspaper and magazines. Share new business tips and trends with her on LinkedIn or email Laura@outlookoklahoma.com.
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Edmond Wine Shop’s upcoming 40-year anniversary in November is a milestone moment worthy of grand celebration. Hard to believe, but just 40 years ago, there were no wine shops in Oklahoma. It’s true! Package stores primarily sold beer and liquor with only a handful of wines tucked away in a back corner. Inspired by the success of California wine shops, Vance Gregory brought the concept of a wine-oriented shop to Oklahoma, opening his Edmond store in 1973 with only a few French labels and very few available California wines. Against all odds and disbelieving peers in the industry, Gregory spearheaded our state’s appreciation and availability of fine wine. You’ll find that spirit of ingenuity alive today in this renowned shop with top vintages from around the globe.
Teachers and school administrators, The Melting Pot’s special September offer is a true class act just for you! Every Sun.–Thurs. in September, with a school I.D., teachers and administrators can enjoy the Four-course Experience for Two at half price. It’s The Melting Pot’s way of saying thank you for all you do. Your evening begins with luscious forkfuls of bread, veggies and apples dunked in a steamy pot of cheese fondue. Next, enjoy a crisp salad with signature dressing followed by an entrée platter that includes steak, chicken, seafood and pasta. Save room for the grand finale—dessert. Nothing makes your dining extravaganza as memorable as a blissfully warm pot of gourmet chocolate fondue with fruit, cheesecake, brownies and marshmallows ready for the dipping!
As you plan those coveted lazy weekend moments, watching football and enjoying great food and drink, escape to the ultimate man cave. A short drive to the landmark Oklahoma territory of Mulhall leads you to our state’s ultimate dining destination. Kick back on the spacious patio or inside the restaurant and relish simpler times amid historic artifacts that bring Oklahoma’s Wild West and Land Rush days to life. One bite of the hearty homestyle foods like chicken fried steak, catfish, steaks and Lucille’s famous homemade pies and you’ll be hooked! If a Sunday brunch buffet is more your style, roll in with the family from 7–11am for a feast of chuckwagon proportions, then stroll the historic four-corner area afterwards.
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Life is filled with challenges. As life advances and our families get older, those challenges may include caring for family members in ways we never anticipated—this is where Care by Design comes in. Since 2009, Care by Design has provided friendly, qualified, dependable, licensed and bonded caregivers to assist families with unexpected care needs. “We offer an affordable alternative to a nursing home or assisted living,” says Care By Design’s owner Chris Smith. “The burdens of family caregiving can lead to resentment, burnout and friction among family members. We help our clients to stay in the comfort of their own homes.” Flexibility is at the root of Care by Design’s unique service, providing assistance when it’s needed (hourly, daily, 24-hour or respite care), where it’s needed (at home or in the hospital)
and how it’s needed. “We carry our name with pride and our friendly and dedicated staff of caregivers provide a specially-designed plan of care to our clients,” says Smith. Services include everything from companionship and light housekeeping to medication reminders and incontinence care. None of these services would be possible without a qualified staff. “The Care by Design team consists of highly motivated, experienced and compassionate healthcare professionals,” says Smith. “We continuously strive to be the provider of choice for exceptional home or hospital care services in the community we serve, and we value our clients.” Everyday needs such as bathing, dressing, feeding and basic hygiene may put undue stress on a family. The option to hire a capable and experienced professional to manage these services is
invaluable but may seem financially out of reach. Care by Design understands and strives to maintain affordable services. Now located in Oklahoma City, Care by Design has enjoyed several successful years in Tulsa and Broken Arrow. Smith gives much of the credit for the business’ success to the professionals on staff. “We recognized early on that each situation is unique and that families face challenges in finding friendly, qualified and dependable caregivers that are dedicated to preserving the independence and dignity of their loved ones,” Smith says. “The founders of Care by Design have built an in-home care company on a foundation of deep caring and commitment; one client, one family, one caregiver, one community at a time.” For more information, call Care by Design at 405-463-6885 or visit carebydesignok.com.
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College Nannies & Tutors by Paul Fairchild karin dallas of college nannies & tutors
Edmond’s College Nannies and Tutors has been a community fixture since 2010. Owner Karin Dallas has built the company’s reputation on reliability, flexibility and excellent customer service. Her approach is simple: meet with families, identify their needs and match them with the best available assistance. “I was inspired to bring the College Nannies & Tutors franchise to Edmond because, as a working mom of an elementary-aged child, I saw a definite gap in qualified, certified, professional in-home childcare in our community,” says Dallas. Offering a full compliment of childcare services includes nanny placement, on-call nannies and professional babysitting. No more rifling through the rolodex to find the number of your sister’s friend’s daughter to watch the kids on date night. Dallas and her staff tailor
childcare services to each family, creating individual pro-grams that fit not only parents’ busy schedules, but their values as well. Dallas’ tutoring services work similarly. Every student’s academic needs are different, and Dallas is prepared to meet all of them. Tutors aren’t just subject-matter experts— they’re role models, and matching the right role model to the right student dramatically improves learning. One-on-one tutors offer homework help and prepare students for tests needed to apply for college, including the ACT and the SAT. Thoroughly trained tutors strive to make learning easy, fun and rewarding. They employ structured methods and proven teaching approaches, but keep things flexible to accommodate every student’s unique needs. Tutoring takes place at an on-site learning center. “Our secret weapon is our people—our
role-model nannies and tutors,” says Dallas. “Everything we do is customized and one-onone. Every family is unique, every student is unique and every solution is unique. We offer a role-model approach to full-service, in-home customized childcare. We handle everything— initial family consultation, nanny screening, matching families and nannies, and replacing nannies when circumstances change. All of that and more is part of our brand promise.” “Our rock-star nannies and tutors come mainly from UCO and OC, as well as by referral,” Dallas says. “ We also have some super-great nannies from less obvious sources—retired moms and grandmas who still have a passion for taking care of children—as well as highly screened internet leads.” For more information, call (405) 513-6060 or email edmondok@collegenannies.com.
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23-year-old Justin Berry fights back from a traumatic brain injury to ride again. by Heide Brandes
The day was shimmered in 110-degree heat on the day Justin Berry flew through the air into the unforgiving branches of a tree and lost not only his ability to walk, but his ability to talk, see, write and even hold basic objects. On July 10, 2010, Oklahoma melted under a brutal summer, but it was the kind of day that 20-year-olds like Justin loved. He and his friends took their dirt bikes to the practice track in Wellston, and as a professional motorcross rider, as well as young and immortal, Justin liked to push the limits. He and his friends were jumping the “table top” over a canyon 45 to 50 feet wide, but the jump, Justin said, was about 180 feet in distance. He only gained 20 feet in the air, but maybe the distance was too far. Maybe the heat caused it. No one knows what really happened, but Justin thinks he jumped too far that day. He thinks he landed on a braking bump—the lump of dirt that rises like a small mountain from bikes braking over and over—but in the end, it doesn’t matter exactly what caused his bike to “pogo” him over and over and over. His bike flew into the trees while Justin rolled right after it. And the hot world went dark. “I wouldn’t wake up,” Justin said. “They helicoptered me to OU Medical, and I don’t even remember being in the helicopter. I don’t remember anything after the crash. I don’t remember a whole lot—and that’s probably good.” In that crash, Justin broke his back in four places, his hip and a collarbone. His worst injury was inside his
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skull, where his brain swelled and began to lose vital information. After being in a coma for two weeks, the 20-year-old rising motorcross star found he couldn’t walk. He forgot how to talk. He couldn’t perform basic motor skills. “I was in the hospital for two months, had physical therapy for speech and had to work on writing,” said Justin, who three years later shows no sign of any difficulty with either walking or talking. “I had brain bleeds in four places. I guess I was expecting to just wake up one day and have it all back. I wish it did happen like that, but it was tough, hard work and I had to stay positive.” Three years later, 23-year-old Justin walks just fine. He talks like a pro and his once-crooked, half-paralyzed smile is as charming as a country boy’s smile should be. He flashes that smile as he climbs back onto his dirt bike.
BEFORE Justin Berry raced his first motorcross race when he was eight years old, but the love of the roaring bikes flying over humps and ramps hit him when he saw his first motorcross race at the Lazy E Arena at the ripe young age of five. He got his first bike that same year. “I loved it,” he said. “Watching a race for the first time got my adrenaline going and I wanted to get on a bike and just go fast. It’s not a team sport, you know. If you lose, you lose on your own— and you go back on your own and work until you get better.” Justin doesn’t remember that first race he had at the Lazy E Arena. He’s pretty sure he didn’t race worth a darn, but winning wasn’t the point at that time. It was about having fun. It was about going fast. Soon he was at a track at SW 54th and Douglas on a regular basis, a fact his baseball coaches weren’t happy about. “They told me that it came down to picking one or the other,” Justin said. “Wow. I was only eight and I was told this? Well, I stuck with motorcross.” Continuing to race at the track, Justin eventually joined the Amateur Nationals circuit, running his dirt bike on tracks in Las Vegas, Texas and Tennessee. He was 12. “When I was 16, almost 17, I turned pro,” Justin said. “I was a junior in high school, so I was homeschooled so I could race. Most of the time, you go from Amateur to Arenacross and then to Supercross. I skipped Arenacross and went to nationals. It was big time.”
kid Although he raced at the Texas Freestone and the Colorado Thunder Valley, Justin knew he had to improve. He wasn’t in the shape he needed to be in to win, although he did win a race in El Reno. He had to practice more. He had to push himself. So he headed out to Wellston that hot, blistering summer day to do just that.
AFTER When Justin woke in the hospital two weeks after his accident, he remembered nothing of what happened to him. “Walking took a long time to relearn, but I promised myself I’d walk out of that hospital, and I did,” Justin said. “Of course, they tied a belt around my waist so they could catch me if I fell.” Besides learning his basic motor skills again, Justin had to learn to see as well. The traumatic fall knocked his eyeballs loose, and his left eye drooped down while his right eye cocked upwards. He had no depth perception at all. “I had eye surgery on November 10, 2011, and the doctor fixed the muscles in my eyes, but he said he didn’t want to see me again until February,” said Justin. “A week went by, and my eyes were still messed up. A few weeks went by, still messed up. A month went by, and still messed up.” On February 4, 2012, Justin woke up and his eyesight was perfect. “Just like that,” he said. Sometime between the eye surgery and his vision coming back, Justin got back onto a motorbike for the first time since his accident. He and his friends went to the Little Sahara Sand Dunes and “just messed around” a bit. “I wasn’t scared to ride. I was scared that I wouldn’t be able to ride like I used to,” he said. “I shocked myself. I rode easy—even on the jumps and corners with my eyes all messed up. That day, knowing I could ride—it relieved all the anger and the fear and the emotions.”
Now, Justin continues to practice almost daily. With a lot of catching up to do, his goal is to make a good showing and “give them heck” in October at the Texas Pro Challenge races. He wants to win.
He wants to inspire. “People who have had a brain trauma get down on themselves and they think they have nothing,” Justin said. “I want to show them they can do it. I want to prove to others who suffered a brain injury that if they stay positive, they can do it. Don’t ever give up.” To contact Justin, email justinberry232@yahoo.com.
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The attraction to the race remained with him after his graduation from Edmond North High School and from the University of Oklahoma in 2011. His soul belonged to the outdoors, and he promised himself he would spend as much of his life as he could working, living and playing in the open air. “I’ve always loved the outdoors, and when I got out of college, I decided to do everything I could to stay outside,” he said. Everything included helping South Americans set up a bird research field site in Lawton and working as a logger and tree climber in Maine. “I wanted to stay outside as long as possible.” Upon returning to Oklahoma, Patrick got a job offer from a local oil company, but instead took less pay to join Living Lands & Waters, a nonprofit with the mission of cleaning up rivers in America. Living by Heide Brandes on a barge on the Mississippi River, Patrick was back in the open air, this time traveling from Edmond nat ive Pat rick Beall lives the wild life as he t rains Tennessee to Minnesota on the Ol’ Man river. “I loved it,” he said. “I for A laska s ’ 1,049-mile sled dog race. left in 2012, because someone said I should work at a lodge in Alaska.” In the frigid Alaskan air, the sound of a dog sled team mushing Following the currents of the wind, through the snow may be the only noise in a land covered in silence Patrick packed up for Bettles Lodge in and cold. Bettles, Alaska, where he worked as an Edmond native Patrick Beall says nothing exists that is quite as outdoor guide, helped field planes in, set pure as traveling over 1,000 miles in the wild lands of Alaska with a up hunter camps and more. He also got team of dogs as your only companions in wide open vistas of one of his first chance to work with the famous America’s last wild places. In 2015 or 2016, Patrick will join intrepid Alaskan sled dogs. explorers and racers from the past as he attempts his first shot in one “Working with the dogs rekindled of the longest and most grueling races known to man—the Iditarod. my interest in the Iditarod,” Patrick said. The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is a long-distance sled dog race which “I thought, That would be so wild, is run in early March from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska. Mushers take so cool. The lodge had 10 sled dogs a team of 16 dogs on the race to cover 1,049 miles in 9 to 17 days. and I volunteered to care for them. Started in 1973, The Iditarod now lures in more than 50 racers and is I taught myself mushing.” known as the “last great race on Earth.” Mushing, or working with a sled dog team, isn’t an 8-to-5 job— Patrick, 24, felt the call of the wild when he was learning about it’s 24 hours a day. But those days brought Patrick into the pack and the Iditarod in grade school at Cross Timbers Elementary in Edmond.
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gave him a passion together, and once the season progresses, we’ll put more miles on the for working with dogs. These dogs are amazing—they run thousands of miles a year.” animals that are The training is endless. Patrick currently helps train the puppies to more wolves than start working as a team and on a harness. Although he isn’t able to hounds. “It’s a qualify for the 2014 Iditarod, he plans to race in either 2015 or 2016 as lifestyle, not a job. a B Team for Seavey. You never stop “I love the dogs so much, and I love the sport,” he said. “There working.” is nothing like being in the middle of nowhere in the dead quiet with The dream of just me, the dogs and nature. Life is never as pure as when you’re racing the Iditarod running the teams. The dogs are almost wolves; they are Alaskan took an icy hold huskies—specialized mutts bred of Patrick, and “ I love the dogs so mu ch, and I love the sport.” and evolved for racing.” he knew that For Patrick, life couldn’t be any if he wanted to race, he would need to return to Alaska. He had met better. “I never regretted my decision, not once,” he said. “I don’t Dallas Seavey when he lived in Alaska, and he knew that the Iditarod make much money, but I’ve lived in the most beautiful places and I’ve winner was who he needed to contact. met amazing people. I have endless opportunities to be outside.” In 2012, Dallas Seavey was the youngest musher to win the race In a few years, Patrick will be among the mushers covering over and is the third generation in his family to race. Mitch Seavey, Dallas’ 1,000 miles in the coldest weather possible. The freezing temperatures father, won in 2004 and 2013, and Dan Seavey, Dallas’ grandfather, and the ice in his beard won’t bother the Oklahoma native. “Part of was one of the organizers of the first races. While Dallas was the the reason I do this is that I’m infatuated with battling the elements— youngest musher to win the race, his father was the oldest when he putting my mind and body to the test,” he said. “I love the way my won in 2013 at the age of 53. face and beard feel with ice on it—it helps me remember why I’m here.” “I called and bugged him until he told me to come out,” said To help support Patrick’s race to the Iditarod or to learn more about Patrick. “He wanted a guy to help him with dog training and to the dog sled race, contact Patrick Beall at pabeall1989@gmail.com. get me in as a puppy team. We do 200- and 300-mile practice runs
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Like our friends in Classen Curve, downtown OKC’s Bow & Arrow Boutique knows the importance of a great accessory. Owner Courtney Moore is excited about bringing back an old favorite this season. “A scarf is the easiest accessory to work with. It can dress up a white tee in seconds.” Instead of wrapping up her fashion story with the scarf, Moore is continuing to introduce new accessories at her boutique this season. “I offer a wide range of jewelry at Bow & Arrow Boutique, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, watches, clutches, and select shoe styles.” Moore definitely had her eye on the runway
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prior to making selections for her store. One item on fashion critics’ “do list” is the oversized sweater, and Moore hopes it will also be a hit with consumers. “It’s my favorite palette to work with. I love to pair it with denim, leggings, skirts, or even over tight-fit dresses,” she says. Bow & Arrow Boutique will have the oversized sweater and a number of other clothing items for women this fall. Moore is continuing to model her boutique after the closet and budget of the everyday girl. “I understand working women who cannot spend top dollar on every piece of clothing in their closet—I’m just like that,” she says. “I have my designer pieces, but I mix in affordable boutique clothing and reach that trendy look without breaking the bank.” What’s fashion without the men? No longer are males just an accessory for the high-priced cocktail dress. This year, men are front and center and Spencer Stone Company is helping to keep them there. Menswear made big statements on the runway this season with new takes on classic styles. Fall 2013 for men is bigger, bolder and better. Take what you already know about fashion and elevate it.
Don’t worry, store owner Spencer Stone will help craft your fashion persona. “The Spencer Stone shopper is looking for high quality, outof-the-box merchandise,” he says. “I spend a great amount of time searching for items that I believe have a story to tell.” This season, Stone is telling a familiar tale about jackets, but he’s adding a whole new chapter. “Must-haves for fall are soft jackets,” he says. “They are deconstructed sport coats that are great with trousers or jeans, and they come in everything from cotton to cashmere.” Grooming is a vital part of men’s fashion. Spencer Stone Company has a number of accessories that help men get a tailored look from head-to-toe. “As far as jewelry is concerned, we keep it simple,” says Stone. “Tie bars are very popular, but I would have to say that magnetic collar stays are our number one selling accessory.” Oklahoma stores continue to make it easy to get the best that fashion has to offer. The temperatures may cool, but with the help of these boutiques, you’ll surely stay on the hot list this fall.
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The serene and peaceful Deep Fork River flows east from northern Oklahoma to Lake Eufala in eastern Oklahoma. On its way, it fills Edmond’s Arcadia Lake, the pride and joy of Edmond’s Parks and Recreation service. Covering nearly 2,000 acres, Arcadia Lake is a great place for area residents to camp, swim, water ski, hike, ride horses and simply enjoy the great outdoors. Building on the lake’s success as a recreation hub, the city is adding to its recreational offerings with new bike and walking trails, giving locals yet another way to enjoy Lake Arcadia. But this isn’t just a city project. It’s backed and funded by a group of local business and individuals, the Arcadia Lake Trail Coalition. “My family has always loved walking. Edmond is a delightful community that, in my estimation, lends itself to walking. The importance of physical activity has become more obvious nationwide and its importance is reflected in Edmond’s trail planning,” says Elizabeth Waner, a member of Edmond’s City Council and a key architect of the trails plan. But Waner and her colleagues aren’t just interested in physical fitness—trails for cycling and walking simply make Edmond a more enjoyable place to live. The Arcadia Lake trail is projected to be completed in 2014. The 18-mile paved trail around the lake will give walkers, joggers and cyclists the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty of the area while preserving the native habitat and vegetation. Upon completion, the trail will serve the Oklahoma City metro’s need as the longest and widest trail available to recreational users. Varying from 12 to 18 feet wide, it will meet the needs of cyclists, runners and walkers more easily than any other multi-use trail in the metro area. Many trail users feel that existing paths are too narrow to support both foot traffic and cycling. The wider Lake Arcadia trail will accommodate both cyclists and pedestrians with a far lower risk of accidents.
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The brainchild of State Representative Lewis Moore and David Tew, COO of Mercy Health Services, the Arcadia Lake Trails Coalition will fund the building of the trails, saving the city and its citizens tax dollars. The city will cover the cost of planning and development of the trails—a small fraction of the anticipated $16 million price tag. “Tax dollars don’t go as far as they used to and these projects are often supplemented with sponsorship, user fees and partnerships with corporations and nonprofit organizations. Any time we can collaborate with another entity, it’s a win-win for all of us,” says Craig Dishman, Director of Edmond’s Parks and Recreation department. Tew, an avid cyclist, is a staunch supporter of Edmond’s trail system. “I’m excited about the trails because of what it means for Edmond,” says Tew. “This trail is another opportunity for people to get outside and get moving. If you’re healthy and active, your quality of life is better, plain and simple.” “The cooperation between the coalition and the city gives us the chance to maximize opportunities with our trails plan. I hope it becomes a model for other projects down the road. Trails are not always at the top of a community’s funding list, so the leverage from a private group can become very important in seeing projects like trails become realities,” says Waner. More partnerships such as these will provide Edmond with opportunities for more ambitious planning. Local residents will be able to look forward to similar projects in the future—and an increased quality of life as our city continues to grow. Some adjustments have been made to the initial trail route and design to reflect stakeholders’ input. To learn more, comment on the project or make a donation, visit arcadialaketrail.com.
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Google eCity Award to Edmond in 2013
by Bethany Scott
As anyone from Edmond knows, our city is unique. Bursting with small businesses, local art, and events for every season, holiday, and occasion, Edmond has developed not only a state reputation, but is also known nationally for being a unique and thriving community. Recently, even Google has recognized Edmond’s commitment to the development of the city due to its strong online presence. The Google eCity Award is presented to one city in each state that is using the web to find new customers, connect with existing customers and fuel its local economy. Now dubbed “the Digital Capital” of Oklahoma, the City of Edmond has paved the way for its local businesses to thrive online. Everywhere you turn, our city surprises locals and visitors alike with unique and interesting art. Whether they are searching for a new restaurant to try out in downtown Edmond or tweeting a photo of their favorite local Edmond statue, locals and visitors can access downtown’s free public Wi-Fi.
Not only does the City of Edmond embrace the web, but most of the small businesses also have an online presence. Whether through a website, social media, or an online directory, businesses of all Awarded to one sizes are realizing the importance of city in each state access through the Internet. in 2013, Edmond Back40 Design, is now dubbed a local web design company located in the heart of Edmond, has “the Digital Capital” embraced the many opof Oklahoma. portunities that web can provide. “Over the past 13 years in business, we’ve seen tremendous web-based growth in Edmond and being here in the center of it - we’ve experienced that growth first hand. Most recently, we’re excited to be working with both the Edmond Chamber of Commerce and the Edmond Economic Development Authority on strengthening their web presence,” says Dave Miller, Back40 owner. For more information about the Google eCity Awards, visit google.com/ecities.
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Miss Oklahoma Teen USA 2013 When did you get started in pageants? My first pageant was the Oklahoma state pageant in November of 2012, so the national pageant was my second! What inspired you to start participating in pageants? Competing in pageants took my mind off of some health issues I was experiencing. I also found it was an opportunity to share what I’ve experienced - and hopefully help someone in the process. Can you share a little about your health challenges? For almost 2 years now, I have struggled with my health. My entire endocrine system—thyroid, adrenal, hormonal—has been compromised. It has affected what I am able to eat, my physical appearance, and my control over any of it. What I have gained in spiritual and emotional strength has far surpassed what I ever expected to be tested. It’s pushed me to trust God in a way I never would have before. What’s your favorite part about competing? I’ve been able to make great friends. I was prepared to go in and experience a lot of cattiness, but I couldn’t have been any more wrong. I spent most of my days laughing, just having a great time with the girls. How has becoming Miss Oklahoma Teen USA affected your life? I feel as if I am a deeper part of Oklahoma. It means everything to me that I get to go talk with little kids or read a book to a class. To see a smile light up on a person’s or child’s face when they see the sash and crown makes me smile. What’s your favorite pageant memory? I will never forget that feeling when my name was called. I was in shock and didn’t expect it! I knew that everything would change after that and I was excited to start sharing my experience on a greater scale. Who do you hope to inspire with your title? I hope to show other people that their situation does not define who they are. Their character, what they make of every trial and how they seek to better themselves and those around them are all factors in the bigger picture. What do you like to do outside of competing in pageants? My biggest passion is figure skating—I absolutely love it! It’s my happy place! There is something so beautiful about the fluidity of the body through motion and power. What’s next for you? After my reign is over, I plan to finish my senior year, continue sharing my story, and go to college. I’m excited to see what else the Lord has in store for my life. I will follow Him wherever He may lead me!
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