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East Coast BBQer

Journey

to the Holy Land

Yvonne Lewis-Odom by Jacqueline Hince Yvonne Lewis-Odom has never calculated how many hours she volunteers each week. All she can tell you is that it’s more than forty, which is what a full-time employee might clock in America, “This is my other job. It’s my mother’s fault,” laughs Yvonne. You see, when asked why Yvonne dedicates her spare time to serving on local boards and organizations she truly does chalk it up to genetics. “I’ve always been raised to give back to the community. I’ve been raised to help as much as I can. So it’s in my blood to do that.” Yvonne came to Enid just over seventeen years ago as a medic in the Air Force. While here, after more than twenty-two years in the service, she retired. With two boys, one in college at Oklahoma University and the other still in junior high at the time, Yvonne decided to plant some roots. She settled in Enid acquiring a job as a child welfare advocate at the Garfield County Department of Human Services. After a year she moved back to working at Vance Air Force Base and became the Demand Reduction Program Manager. “Basically I do drug prevention and education. I also oversee the drug testing program here,” explains Yvonne. Though Yvonne’s jobs have changed over time, the thing that’s remained constant is her volunteering. “I’ve been blessed to have the life that I have and I’ve been blessed to be able to provide for my children. It’s just important to me to now bless someone else.” Yvonne currently “blesses” thousands in Enid, serving on the board for the Garfield County Child Advocacy Council, the Interracial Women’s Club and the Booker T. Washington Community Center. But perhaps the organization she’s most involved with is the United Way of Enid. In fact this year she will serve as president of the board. “The partner agencies with United Way do so much for so many, more than I think most understand. They do a lot for those that don’t really have a voice. So they’re the voice.” The United Way in Enid supports and sustains sixty programs in the area, serving more than thirty-seven thousand people. This year they hope to raise seven hundred thousand dollars to continue their mission. Yvonne doesn’t volunteer to get any recognition so when she first heard that she’d been chosen as this edition’s “Unsung Hero” she played the message twice to make sure it wasn’t a joke. Though she’s honored, she feels she doesn’t do anything above and beyond. “My thing is anytime I can help better my community I’ll do it,” shrugs Yvonne. A motto she plans to continue living for years to come.

Bob Klemme’s “ Guardian of the Chisholm Trail” Movie Premiere Photos by Nancy Killam

1. Bob Klemme with granddaughter Paige Klemme 2. Bob’s great granddaughter, Kaitlyn Klemme signing birthday card 3. Stephan Vogt, Ryan Clinton, NeAnne Clinton (characters in the movie) with Bob Klemme 4. Marcy Jarrett and Stephan Vogt 5. Larry and Rick Simpson with Eric Benson

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Garfield County Master gardener

In light of the recent challenges of drought conditions, the Garfield County Master Gardeners held a spring gardening workshop in March to help local gardeners learn ways to cope with the elements.

St. Mary’s Presents Health mind & body

journey to the holy land

I did not grow up in a particularly religious or faith-filled home. I had the gentle influence of my Catholic grandmother and a Christian preschool experience, but it was not until college that I felt I could truly call myself a Christian.

let’s celebrate food: celebrating tamales

I love learning new recipes from a cookbook, but learning a new recipe in a friend’s kitchen is so much more fun!

east coast bbqer to compete in enid

Every year the Roberts Ranch Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ Festival brings top barbecue competitors to Enid from near and far. This year one man is traveling nearly 1,700 miles to participate.

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You know the saying, ‘be careful of what you say about someone, they may be listening’, better yet, they may be someone you’re related to!

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In light of the recent challenges of drought conditions, the Garfield County Master Gardeners held a spring gardening workshop in March to help local gardeners learn ways to cope with the elements. The workshop was held at the OSU Extension Center and sessions were led by local Master Gardeners, including Charity Mercer, Kate Morrison, Becky Kirkpatrick, Shannon Vaverka and Cecil Leaming. Garfield County Master Gardeners will again showcase a beautiful series of local garden landscapes during their annual Garden

Tours of Enid on Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st. Gardens included on the tour this year are Alvarado Ranch three blocks north at N. Washington and Oxford; Phyllis and Charles Coup, 3809 Willow Lake Lane, Diane and Jon Ford, 3619 Willow Lake Lane; Sandy & Truman Landwehr, 3805 Willow Lake Lane; the Oklahoma State Cooperative Extension Center, 316 E. Oxford; and another home on the tour will be Ron and Linda Licklider at 905 Compound. The tour will be 6:30-9:00 p.m. on Fri-

day and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Admission for the tour is $10.00 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Tickets will be available at any of the tour locations Friday and Saturday. The Friday evening tour will feature live musical entertainment at select locations. Garden-related items will be available for sale both days and will include unique and limited-production, imported, ceramic garden containers. The Garden Tour is an annual fundraising event for the Garfield County Master Gardeners Ron Robinson Scholarship which assists a horticulture student from our area attending Oklahoma State University.

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Five thousand miles. That’s how far the Hamanns traveled to move from Morocco, a country in North Africa, to Enid, Oklahoma. Though the family of six is used to moving, Andy Hamann is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force, relocating from Morocco to Enid was a bit of a culture shock. “We came from a Muslim country,” remarks Andy’s wife Tammy, “so it was spiritually very dry. There was only one Christian church that the ex-pats and diplomats went to, so it was a very different lifestyle.” As the family drove into Enid they actually counted the number of churches they passed, excited just to once again have options. Andy and Tammy first met in their high school Spanish class in a suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Upon graduation Andy attended the Air Force Academy and Tammy went to St. Cloud State University. After college they found their way back together and were married soon after Andy

finished flight school to become an F-15 pilot. A number of moves and four children later the family relocated to Morocco where Andy worked at the U.S Embassy. After a few years out of the jet Andy jumped at an opportunity to get back in the cockpit and become a T-6 flight instructor at Vance Air Force Base, and then a squadron commander for the US/Iraqi flight school in Iraq. Like most military families the Hamanns worked to plug in quickly in Enid, however, it wasn’t until they enrolled the kids, who range from eighth through second grade, into school at Oklahoma Bible Academy and Emmanuel Christian that they truly found their spiritual fit. “We got to know many families at Emmanuel,” says Andy, “so we tried Emmanuel’s church service and really felt welcome there and at home. We really liked the message of grace that Pastor Wade speaks on.” Andy and Tammy enjoy being involved

in the church. They attend the Refuge service and small group on Sunday mornings. Andy is an active member of the men’s discipleship group and Tammy started working as Pastor Wade Burleson’s assistant last fall. “There’s just authenticity there. You can be yourself,” says Andy. Tammy adds, “They accept you where you’re at. It’s a big church, but there is something for everyone – It’s alive. And there are abundant opportunities for anyone, whatever his or her unique life situation.” Though the Hamanns have made solid connections at Emmanuel Baptist, the military will likely relocate them within the next couple years. Tammy says no matter if or where they’re sent, they’ll treasure their time here, “As we look at where we are going next, if we do end up in another country, I feel like we’ve had a double portion of spiritual nourishment here at Emmanuel.”

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Spring is here and that means it’s time to show some skin! Fortunately, the newest trends of the season are very grown up and classy. Expect to see sheer tops with boxy dress shorts underneath. Colorful saris and other ethnic dresses are also trending higher on the popularity

Like many of you, I’ve been working on my bod in anticipation of these hot, new fashions (oh, and let’s not forget, it’s good for my health too.) Don’t feel you need to spend a ton of money to update your wardrobe… yes, I said

scale. (Skirt alert: Watch out for our gusty spring winds! I would save the saris for a calm day.) “Bling” never goes out of style (thank goodness or I would lose half of my wardrobe!) We’ll be seeing lots of embellished tops and dresses this spring and summer. I love these new styles and can’t wait to try them.

it; don’t go crazy spending lots of money. Try a few pieces in neutrals and then mix and match with some of the items you already have. Have fun checking through our local stores for the freshest, new looks. If you discover a new favorite, please send me a photo. I look forward to seeing you out and about around E-town!

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Successfully Fend Off Workplace Fatigue Fatigue can prove a formidable foe to anyone. Exercise enthusiasts and couch potatoes alike periodically can suffer from fatigue, which can affect performance at work and oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationships with friends and family. Fatigue can be temporary or chronic, and while quick fixes like an energy drink might work for a little while, such solutions may only mask fatigue for a brief period before it returns once the stimulant wears off. Many times fending off fatigue involves making some lifestyle changes that can

boost your energy over the long haul and make fatigue a distant memory. Eat breakfast no matter what. According to a study published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition, a high-fiber, high-carbohydrate breakfast can increase alertness between breakfast and lunch, a period of time during which many professionals begin to feel fatigue settling in. Whole-wheat toast or a bowl of high-fiber cereal can pack an energetic punch that lasts all the way to lunchtime.

Choose high-energy snacks. One of the problems many people have when dealing with fatigue is how they choose to combat their feelings of sluggishness. Eating a candy bar from the office snack machine might seem like the ideal energy booster, but a sugar boost does not last very long. Chances are your feelings of fatigue will return sooner rather than later. Give yourself a break. Burning the midnight oil might be necessary, but failing to take breaks throughout the day will likely exasper-

Leaving the office to take a brief, yet brisk, walk is one way to combat fatigue during the workday.

ate any feelings of fatigue. That’s because taking periodic breaks throughout the workday has been proven to be very effective at combating fatigue. A study conducted at Louisiana State University compared a trio of different work schedules for workers who used a computer. Those who took brief, frequent breaks were better at fighting fatigue and more productive at work than those who did not. A short break of 5 to 10 minutes can be enough to provide an immediate energy boost and fend off feelings

of fatigue. Hit the road, Jack. Another way to effectively fight fatigue is to get walking. A decadesold study conducted by a researcher at California State University, Long Beach, found that walking briskly for 10 minutes provides people with more energy than eating a candy bar. Though the candy bar led to an initial energy boost, that boost died down within an hour, whereas the boost provided by a brisk walk increased energy levels for roughly two hours. Get up and walk

around the office or take a brisk walk around the block or the parking lot of your office complex. You’ll come back to your desk refreshed and ready to resume your workday. Fatigue is no laughing matter for many men and women. But a few tried and tested fatigue-fighting methods can increase your energy and productivity.

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For decades, people have turned to diet soft drinks as a healthier alternative to regular soft drinks. However, consuming diet soda on a regular basis may have some serious health ramifications, including weight gain. It may seem counterintuitive to suggest that diet sodas may be causing people to gain weight, particularly because these sodas are commonly consumed by people who are trying to lose weight. However, artificial sweeteners found in some diet sodas may increase a person’s risk of obesity. It’s not entirely what you are eating that can cause weight gain but what the body thinks it is eating (or drinking) that plays a role. There are two factors at play with regard to the artificial sweetener conundrum. First, the University of Texas

tame, is that these chemicals can trick the body into thinking it has, in fact, consumed sugar. That triggers the pancreas to produce the insulin needed to regulate blood-glucose levels. It also causes the body to store the glucose as fat. This can lead to low blood sugar, which may cause you to eat a sugary treat in response. Having diet soda or eating a sugarless item once in a while won’t create any long-term effects. But repeatedly relying on artificial sweeteners could affect appetite and change blood sugar levels for good. These aren’t the only consequences

Health Science Center in San Antonio has researched the potential link between obesity and artificial sweeteners. Researchers have found that something in the chemical structure of these sweeteners alters the way the brain processes the neurotransmitter serotonin. In addition to helping with sleep, mood and other functions in the body, serotonin helps tell the body when it is full. When natural foods and sugars are consumed, serotonin signals to the brain to turn off your body’s appetite. However, artificial sweeteners may prolong the release of serotonin, and your appetite remains in full force long after it should have abated. Another component of artificial sweeteners, particularly aspar-

to diet soda and other beverages. Drinking diet soda regularly may affect cardiovascular health. According to the American Heart Association, research presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference found people who drink diet soda every day have a 61 percent higher risk of vascular events than those who reported no soda consumption. Regular soda isn’t a better alternative. It can contribute to weight gain and cardiovascular issues as well as an increased risk for diabetes. A 2011 review published in the

journal Circulation stated that a positive association has been shown between sugar sweetened soft drink consumption and weight gain in both children and adults. Nutritionists and doctors have advised that instead of adding artificial sweeteners to water and other beverages, flavor them with lemon or lime juice. Instead of drinking diet soda, opt for unsweetened tea or plain water. Although diet soda may seem a likely option to help curb calories and prevent weight gain, such beverages may actually be having an adverse effect on a person’s weight.

“Continuation of a Legacy” by Audra W. Harris Photos by Alan Tarin

Kathryn Pryor Scheffe Prescription Shop of downtown Enid prides itself on the continuation of a legacy. That’s why Steve Pryor, owner of Scheffe Prescriptions since 2007, wanted to keep the business in the family. While not every employee is a member of the Pryor family, one of the pharmacists is. Kathryn Pryor has worked for her father both at Scheffe’s and his former prescription shop in Kansas. She has thirteen years of experience being a pharmacist and working with her family. Pryor’s aunt is also a pharmacist in Oklahoma. Pryor completed her schooling for

Pharmacy at Oklahoma University. To become a pharmacist takes an average of six years to complete, which includes several years in an undergraduate program, where students take their prerequisite courses. Pharmacy School programs are equal to a graduate school degree. With all of this education required, one has to wonder what a pharmacist’s job description entails. Pharmacists have a large amount of responsibilities. Yes, they put together prescriptions, but they also have to check the compatibility of that drug with the patient. Pryor comments, “We have to make sure

[a patient’s] new prescription doesn’t cause problems with another prescription they are already taking.” Pharmacists also have to make sure prescriptions are consistent with federal laws regarding drugs and also have to file all of the appropriate paperwork that goes with it. One of the fun parts of being a pharmacist is preparing and creating medicines. At Scheffe’s, Pryor is able to make medicines in the form of creams, capsules, and liquids. This allows pharmacists the ability to meet special medicinal needs of their customers. “Perhaps a child needs a

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medicine but doesn’t like to take it in a pill form; we can create a liquid form instead” says Pryor. While preparing medicines is one of the fun parts of the job, giving vaccinations is certainly one of the worst. Pryor shared a memorable story where she had to give a young girl a shot. Suffice it to say that the patient was not happy, and could be heard throughout the store! Pryor enjoys working at Scheffe Prescriptions because she likes interacting with the customers. “Scheffe’s is different because it’s more personalized. We can deliver prescriptions to you, it’s easy to reach a pharmacist, and we know our customers,” says Pryor. These are all conveniences which you may not find at a corporate pharmacy. When asked about how it is to work for her dad, Pryor commented, “It’s fun because we are similar people. He’s been a good mentor and I enjoy working for him.” She also confided that she plans on working at Scheffe Prescriptions for a long time. Let Pryor handle your next prescription, and visit her at Scheffe’s, located at 127 East Randolph Avenue in downtown Enid.

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Toucing the Western Wall (Wailing Wall)

Sea of Galilee

I did not grow in a particularly religious or faith-filled home. I had the gentle influence of my Catholic grandmother and a Christian preschool experience, but it was not until college that I felt I could truly call myself a Christian. Through the eyes of my 3-year-old daughter I have seen how simple it is for a child to understand God, but as an adult trying to learn the story of this amazing man who walked the Earth and gave His life for me, I am filled with doubts and questions.

Walking the wall around the Old City-Jerusalem The past two years I have dived into the tough theological questions, and Enid’s Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) has nurtured and encouraged my faith journey. Following a class at church I began to explore my interest in missions, and the roots of the Christian faith. Through Global Ministries, a joint ministry effort of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ, I was put in contact with a pastor from Colorado who organizes an

alternative Christian pilgrimage every year to the Holy Land. Why ‘alternative’? Besides the site-seeing experience of visiting the Holy Land we are also encouraged to hear from the “living stones” – the narratives of people working for peace and justice in Israel and Palestine. Yes, I will always carry the images of touching Calgary or putting my feet in the Sea of Galilee, but what will remain in my heart and mind are the stories from these living stones.

The former Palestinian soldier who now advocates for veterans of both sides to come together and share, the human rights worker who sat every day, for 12 hours, at a West Bank checkpoint or the farmer who can trace his family’s land ownership back to the Ottoman Empire but has been in court since 1991 with a financial burden of $150,000 trying to prove his right to cultivate and live on the land. How can I convey these feelings? How can I possibly explain how I felt leaving

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the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum? Or the faces of children playing in a Refugee Camp? I felt pride listening to a 26-year-old man from Ohio who lives without running water in the city of Hebron simply to walk children to school every day, across a checkpoint, as part of the Christian Peacemakers Team. My heart is still there with them, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all I can say. I came away with two distinct thoughts: 1) Whatever you believe, there is no denying that something indescribable happened in that land more than 2,000 years ago. It is rich, deep, and true, and 2) There is work to be done and my faith journey is far from over.

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When driving down Highway 81 through Kingfisher at night, you might have noticed a bright red chandelier shining through a window. This light marks the home of the Cactus Lilly, a store which features a crossroads of fashion. Run by two Medford girls, Kalicia Walters and Keri Farrar, this store is truly a one-of-a kind gem. Walters opened the store in 2012 and knew that she would need some help. She called on best friend since elementary school, Farrar. “We love to go to [and see the style of] south Texas, and we wanted to bring that up here while keeping it modern,” Walters exclaimed. The name “Cactus” is for the south Texas flair, while “Lilly” is the name of Walters’ daughter. Kingfisher offers a nice downtown to peruse through, but Cactus Lilly is special. With their “Junky Gypsy” style, you can be sure you won’t find these fashions anywhere else for the same great price. Walters’ brother, an actor in Los Angeles, wrote a recommendation for the Cactus Lilly on their Facebook page, stating, “If you are Country Female and don’t shop at this store, you have lost your mind…Cactus Lilly offers a taste of LA fashion with a strong western kick, that you just can’t get anywhere else. The only difference being, if this store was in Los Angeles, not a single item inside would be under $100.” Another great thing about this store is their customer service. Walters and Farrar constantly update their Facebook page and state, “We like to do our online sales through Facebook because of the personal contact, rather than having a website. It gives our customer online conveniences with personal shoppers at the same time.” In addition to being able to shop online, Cactus Lilly will ship your purchase the same day you order. Cactus Lilly also holds a monthly event called “Wine Night.” On the first Wednesday of every month, the store stays open later and showcases new arrivals for that week. This event is geared specifically for women who work in the daytime and would otherwise not be able to make it in to the store. This is great news, considering there are so many items that are typically hard to find. Cactus Lilly sells Cinch brand items for boys and men, and Liberty Black Boots which are hand made in Mexico. They also carry Double J purses which are

leather handbags made in south Texas. They also offer many great gift goodies, like Anne Taintor cards and gifts, and home décor items such as cowhide rugs. This store features something for every age and keeps up with the latest fashions. It is for the “wild at heart, classy women with an edge.” If that sounds like you, come to the Cactus Lilly and check out their new Spring Fashions, featuring modern spring tops, dresses and lace shorts. Find the Cactus Lilly at 203 North Main Street in Kingfisher, and “Like” them on Facebook.

Let’s Celeb Let’s Celebrate Food! By Ebby Stratton

Photos by Alan Tarin

CELEBRATING TAMALES

I love learning new recipes from a cookbook, but learning a new recipe in a friend’s kitchen is so much more fun! My sweet friend, Maria Lira, invited me into her kitchen to teach me how to make tamales. Maria and her three beautiful daughters taught me how to make the best chicken with green sauce tamales I have ever put in my mouth. I have had tamales before that just seemed like heavy logs of steamed masa with very little filling…not appealing at all. Well, let me tell you, these were so very light with extraordinary filling! Maria and her girls proved to be marvelous tamales cooks! When I arrived at Maria’s home, all

four women were busy prepping food in the kitchen. One of her daughters asked me, with a grin, if I would like a glass of wine; “We drink wine to remain calm while cooking with Mom.” With a smile on my face, of course I accepted her offer. I know how extremely sweet Maria is, and making tamales is an exciting endeavor. Tamales are certainly labor intensive, but oh, so rewarding!! Maria was making the tamale dough by hand in a huge pot - her dough consists of Maseca corn masa, salt, baking powder and lard. I loved that she was using her hands to mix the dough; she was getting her whole body into the mixing! Abigail was making homemade

tomato sauce. She put chunks of fresh tomatoes in a molcajete, which is a large Hispanic version of a mortar and pestle. She worked it until the tomatoes were totally sauced! This tomato sauce was added to flavor the rice Maria had toasted and cooked with chicken broth. Georgina and Esmeralda were getting the cornhusks ready by soaking them and finishing shredding the chicken. As Maria finished mixing the tamale dough, she and Georgina tasted it to adjust the salt and consistency. They use no measuring tools; it is all by taste and feel. Maria asked me to listen to the dough as she rubbed it in her fingers– listen? –“Yes, it has a very soft, slightly bub-

brate Food bly sound when it is just right.” A bit more chicken broth was added and finally the tamale dough was perfect! Now it was time to make tamales!! Thank goodness there were four experienced tamale makers; it is quite a process. Maria and Georgina had the job of spreading a thin layer of tamale dough on the cornhusk. I learned that you must spread the dough on the smooth side of the cornhusk; the ridged side causes it to stick. Next in line was Abigail; her job was to sprinkle some of the shredded chicken on the dough. Esmeralda put some green sauce on and folded the tamales. Ta-Da!! Tamales!! And then they

continued to make at least 75 of these wonderful packages of pure YUM! By then, my tummy was growling, watching these tamale cooks at work. They steamed the tamales for about 30 minutes and finally it was time to experience these wonderful tamales. We served ourselves from Maria’s delicious table of authentic Mexican food; tamales, rice, a simple salad and pico de gallo – an absolutely perfect meal. As we enjoyed our meal, the ladies shared lots of stories. One topic I wanted to find out about was Cinco De Mayo. I celebrate every May 5th with food and drink and couldn’t wait to hear all about the true celebration! Earlier in the

week, I had asked various friends and coworkers what they thought Cinco De Mayo was. The majority of people thought it was a celebration of Mexico’s Independence Day. Nope, Mexican Independence Day is actually celebrated on September 16th. One friend thought it was kinda like Mardi Gras in New Orleans, and she wasn’t even sure what that was all about. Another thought it was just a reason to party! I asked Maria about Cinco De Mayo. She explained it was the Mexican army’s victory over France during the War. I was very surprised to hear that Maria did not celebrate it while growing up. As a matter of fact, she and her family

still don’t. They giggled and said Cinco De Mayo is mainly a U.S. celebration. Imagine that, as Americans we will find any excuse to celebrate with food and drink - I wonder if Jose’ Cuervo is behind it all. Maria shared that there are many celebrations in Mexico and one of the biggest is Holy Week; everyone takes the entire week off from work and school. Thanksgiving is celebrated with turkey, beans and rice. Another big celebration is a girl’s 15th birthday known as Quinceañera – Georgina explained it as the celebration of a girl becoming a woman. She said it is similar to a wedding but without the groom. Maria had portraits of all three of her girls in their beautiful gowns. Maria also shared that when she came to the U.S., she could not understand any English; she learned mostly from watching Sesame Street and Three’s Company!! She said she would watch Three’s Company and just laugh and laugh without understanding one word. Maria is so thankful she has provided the opportunity for her children to grow up in the U.S. “By coming to the U.S., my girls have a good education. We

were not from the city, so they would not have had the chance to be educated. This country is a country of opportunity. You have to work for what you want and you can do it! Living here has made me a strong woman,” said Maria. When Maria returns to Mexico for visits, she likes to take the good things she has learned from living in the U.S.; like respecting the country and not throwing trash in the streets. Maria shared, “Americans are friendly people. Storeowners are very tending to their customers and take care of them. We learn good things from living here. Schools are good and parent meetings are wonderful.” Maria is a beautiful woman inside and out. Her smile is contagious and she shares it without reservation. “A smile makes people feel better,” says Maria. I absolutely loved just sitting around her kitchen table and hearing all their family stories. That’s where you really learn about people, right? One thing is for sure, Maria and her loving family certainly know how to celebrate food, especially tamales!!

Maria’s Chicken with Green Sauce Tamales

Makes approximately 6 dozen tamales 1 large bag dried For Green Saucecorn husks ½ lb. jalapeno peppers For Tamale dough1 lb. tomatillos 1 bag Maseca 1 T. oil Tamale mix ¼ onion, finely 2 T. salt chopped 1 T. baking powder 1 clove garlic, 2 ½ cups lard minced ½ t. chicken For Chicken & bouillon stock½ bundle fresh 5 qts. Water cilantro 4 split chicken ½ t. salt breasts with skin on 1 qt. water ½ white onion, cut in 4 pieces 4 cloves garlic 2 stalks celery – cut in half 1 T. chicken bouillon 1 T. salt

Place chicken and all stock ingredients in a large pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. As soon as water boils, reduce heat to a simmer and cover pot. Let simmer 45 minutes or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and shred finely with fingers. Reserve stock. To make dough – put Maseca mix, salt and baking powder in large tub or mixing pot. Soften lard and add to dry ingredients. Add 4 qts. hot chicken stock and let it set for 15 minutes. Mix all with hands or large spoon till mixed well and it turns into a soft consistency.

Place corn husks in warm water to soften. Soak at least 15 minutes. Rinse well, clean off corn hair, shake and drain. To make green sauce – wash tomatillos and peppers. Place in pot with 1 qt. water. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes. Don’t cook too long or tomatillos get too soft and lose color. Put mixture in blender with half the cooking water. Add cilantro and blend well. Meanwhile, sauté onion and garlic in oil. Add chicken bouillon and salt. Sauté until onion is tender. Now add tomatillo sauce and simmer 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt or chicken bouillon if needed.

Place approx. 1 big tablespoon of dough on the top two-thirds of corn husk. Make sure you spread on smooth side of husk. If it does not stick well, add more stock. Sprinkle the middle with 1 T. of shredded chicken. Spoon about 2 T. green sauce on chicken. To fold, bring the two sides together, then fold bottom of husk under. Place tamales in steamer basket. Steam over gently boiling water for about 40 minutes. Make sure pot is well covered so they will steam well. Test one by cooling it for a few minutes – make sure masa is firm and comes off of husk easily.

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Grace: The Agreement by Jacqueline Hince Photos by Nancy Killam A new study has found that honesty may truly be the best policy. We’ve all heard the familiar quote. Now new findings in the “Science of Honesty” presented at this year’s American Psychological Association’s 120th Annual Convention say people who work to tell the truth have better mental and physical health. This article suggests it also improves the health of your relationships. Though most would agree honesty is important in all relationships, Lori Long says when it comes to communicating with older generations, being open and truthful is imperative. “Over the last thirty-two years I have seen families struggle when communicating with their older parents,” observes Long. “We have to come up with this idea that to honor and respect one another we have to allow an

older person to communicate honestly what they need and accept that.” Long has studied the process of aging for years. She has her masters in Gerontology, has written a book on the subject and is an active member of her family’s business Greenbrier Village. In order to promote healthy communication in her own family, Long created something she calls “The Agreement”:

I agree to communicate honestly with you. When I offer something I truly mean it and when I accept one of your offers I do so because I want to. My actions will be genuine. I will not do or say anything out of feelings of guilt or obligation. In turn, you must be honest with me. Whether you are accepting an offer or asking for something, your responses and actions will reflect what you truly desire. We do this to honor and respect each other and our relationship. (Readers will notice “The Agreement” is on the postcard attachment found within these pages.)

The only rule of “The Agreement” is that you both have to follow it. You can do that by gently reminding each other from time to time that your offers or actions are sincere. Long has been employing her theory on “The Agreement” in her own life for nearly eight years now. “It’s really changed the relationship with my parents. It allows me to honor my parents and yet be able to be honest with them and say, ‘I’m worried’ or ‘I want to know what are you thinking?’ ” You can use “The Agreement” when deciding something as simple as offering to buy

groceries or when discussing certain legal issues like Advance Directives and Power of Attorneys. In fact, Long says when having those necessary conversations, it’s essential you use it. “Life expectancy has increased since 1940,” says Long. “Back then it was forty-seven years old. Today people live to be an average of seventy-eight. So you can see why it’s so important to talk openly about what needs to be in place. We have to get over the idea this is a ‘morbid’ discussion. It is a natural part of the life cycle and for those that are getting older, especially

those of faith, this is not the end but the beginning.” Long says repeatedly she sees aging adults battle between feeling like they may be interfering with the busy lives of their children or, on the opposite end of the spectrum, that their children will misunderstand their needs and take away their independence. Fears that she says can be resolved by talking candidly using “The Agreement”. “You will be relieved of worry, you will be relieved of guilt and relieved that no one is going to take away your independence and yet you’ll still

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Erikson’s Psychosocial Stages Summary Chart Erik Erikson described development that occurs throughout the lifespan. Learn more in this chart summarizing Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development.

Stage • Basic Conflict • Important Events Outcome

Infancy (birth to 18 months) Trust vs. Mistrust • Feeding Children develop a sense of trust when caregivers provide reliabilty, care, and affection. A lack of this will lead to mistrust.

feel comfortable relying on each other,” explains Long. Throughout the various stages of life we all have different needs to be met. Notice in the diagram of Erik Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development from the minute we’re born to our last hour we have certain expectations. If they are not met, we face feelings of mistrust, despair, failure and the list goes on. Many of the things in the diagram require us to rely on our family and loved ones. Though no family is perfect, it is important to try and bridge any gaps with those closest to you, so that as you age you can lean on one another. One way to do that is to start employing “The Agreement” now with all your relationships. Long says in the end, being completely transparent with one another can only make you closer. “It doesn’t mean that we interfere with each others’ lives,” concludes Long, “it just allows us to share each others’ lives.”

Early Childhood (2 to 3 years) Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt • Toilet Training Children need to develop a sense of personal control over physical skills and a sense of independence. Success leads to feelings of autonomy, failure results in feelings of shame and doubt. Preschool (3 to 5 years)

Initiative vs. Guilt • Exploration Children need to begin asserting control and power over the environment. Success in this stage leads to a sense of purpose. Children who try to exert too much power experience disapproval, resulting in a sense of guilt.

School Age (6 to 11 years)

Industry vs. Inferiority • School Children need to cope with new social and academic demands. Success leads to a sense of competence, while failure results in feelings of inferiority.

Adolescence (12 to 18 years)

Identity vs. Role Confusion • Social Relationships Teens need to develop a sense of self and personal identity. Success leads to an ability to stay true to yourself, while failure leads to role confusion and a weak sense of self.

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Intimacy vs. Isolation • Relationships Young adults need to form intimate, loving relationships with other people. Success leads to strong relationships, while failure results in loneliness and isolation.

Middle Adulthood (40 to 65 years) Generativity vs. Stagnation • Work and Parenthood Adults need to create or nurture things that will outlast them, often by having children or creating a positive change that benefits other people. Success leads to feelings of usefulness and accomplishment, while failure results in shallow involvement in the world. Maturity (65 to death)

Ego Integrity vs. Despair • Reflection on Life Older adults need to look back on life and feel a sense of fulfillment. Success at this stage leads to feelings of wisdom, while failure results in regret, bitterness, and despair.

By Carrie Vega

Photo by Dawn Muncy Bonnie Vculek is a woman who has fulfilled both of her life long dreams. She has spent thirty-five years as a respected Secondary Language Arts teacher, almost fifteen years as a professional photographer for the Enid News and Eagle, and four years with ETown magazine. She also freelances for The Journal Record, a business publication in Oklahoma City. Even though Bonnie succeeded in fulfilling her childhood dream of becoming a teacher, photography quickly became her hobby of choice. Photography

runs in her family. In 1970, while a junior in high school, her grandparents bought her a Kodak 35mm camera for Christmas. She would go on to photograph her children’s sports teams, and even teach her Yearbook students how to capture a great photo on film. Many people have used Autry Technology Center as a resource to begin their dream career, or to acquire the skills needed to pursue a second career; in 1996, Bonnie took a Basic Photography class at Autry under

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Steve McClaren. She learned about minimal lighting, camera settings, manual programming, and when and how to apply these techniques. Then she followed up with a Basic Lighting course to fine-tune her skills. Autry offered both classes at night so Bonnie was able to balance her family, a full-time teaching position, and her passion of photography. Autry’s Graphic Arts Instructor, Cheryl Cooksey, and Enid News and Eagle’s Graphic Arts Director, Andrea White, encouraged Bonnie to create a portfolio of her photos

A swallowtail butterfly flutters around larkspur blooms at the home of Thos and Helen Klein Thursday, April 26, 2012 in Enid, Okla.

from class, and enter them in the Enid News and Eagle’s photo contest. Using an orange enhancement filter, her picture of a windmill against an already orange sky won the contest. This also led to Michael Schumacher, the chief newspaper photographer, offering her a part-time position. With this new position, she learned the photography business from the bottom up. In an age where digital cameras had not yet become main stream, Bonnie was schooled in the art of processing film, negative selection, and color correction for newspaper print media. She won the 2009 Oklahoma Yearbook Advisor of the Year award from Lifetouch for photo and design. The April 15, 2012 Woodward tornado was a defining moment in recognition for Bonnie. Her photo of a destroyed SUV with a tattered American flag was featured on The Weather Channel. That single photo represented the lives lost, and the courage of

Oklahomans rebuilding out of the rubble left behind. That same photo was the first place winner in the Oklahoma Press Association Photo of the Month contest. When asked about why she chose to pursue a second career path, Bonnie stated, “If you have fulfilled one dream, then pursue another. There’s nothing wrong with having more dreams.” Go to www. enidnews.com/smugmug and www.apimages.com to see many of Bonnie’s awardwinning photos.

A tattered American flag flies over two vehicles where two young girls, ages 6 and 8, were found after a severe thunderstorm spawned a massive tornado at Hideaway Mobile Home Villa in Woodward, Oklahoma, shortly after midnight Sunday, April 15, 2012.

Enid Arts Council Fundraiser Feastin’ and Fiddlin’ Photos by NANCY KILLAM

1. J.J. Lee with grandparents Fred and Peggy Tipton 2. Scott and Kristi Northcutt after bidding on “Hard Rock Fiddle” by Dan Long of Enid 3. Mary Suzan and Steve Chambers holding fiddle, “Untitled” 4. Lippard Auctioneers with Monte & Laura Humphrey, Steve Cameron 5. Lindy Chambers & Eldon Ames

6. Laura Humphrey with parents Stew and Barbara Meulpolder after the bid on her fiddle, “Metallic Melody”

Enid Fire Department Autograph Party Celebrating their 2013 Calendar Photos by Nancy Killam

1. Fireman signing copies of the calendar 2. Ms. Sulton and Samantha Chance 3. Sarah Wise excited about her red fireman hat! 4. The United Wayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pam Ballard, United Way Drive CoChairperson Jessica Andrew & former United Way Director Sean Byrne with Enid Fire Department members.

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Clay Hutson Financial Advisor Clay Hutson often compares financial advisors to plumbers, mechanics or even doctors. Without these three, you’d have problems with necessities like your home, car or health. Hutson works with another necessity in this world: money. “My job is not very different from those jobs,” explains Hutson, “All professionals help people in some way and what I love about my job is being able to help people. I sit down with people and review their goals and help them make a customized plan so they can help pay for their kids’ college, or retire early or buy that house at the lake.” Helping people is a passion for Hutson. Just ask his friends. Cale Walker first met Hutson as a teenager. Later the two joined the same social/professional fraternity Alpha Gamma Rho at Oklahoma State University. Walker describes Hutson as loyal, true and “just a good ol’ fashioned hard worker.” He says Hutson’s work ethic comes from his “humble beginnings” and spending summers farming with his grandparents. In fact, it’s Hutson’s grandparents and family who turned him onto finances in the first place. Hutson, who is the youngest of three boys, says throughout

their childhood on holidays and birthdays his family would give him and his brothers money to save for college. Upon getting these gifts, Hutson’s parents immediately worked with their Edward Jones advisor. “So at a very early age, I was aware of Edward Jones and I was fascinated at the process of saving money and accruing interest,” says Hutson. But he says it wasn’t until college that he truly began to pursue a career in it. While at OSU Hutson applied and was awarded a summer internship at Edward Jones and that was it.

Five years later, Hutson says he couldn’t be happier, “It is hard to describe the joy I get out of helping people. My whole life I have always enjoyed assisting others in whatever capacity I could.”

I learned this from my parents and my grandparents. I watched them always put other family members and friends first.” He says now it’s his turn to put the people of this community first.

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Hutson came to Enid in (his aunt and uncle live in Enid) 2009, after a fellow advisor and be back in Oklahoma. “Enid invited him up. At the time, is a large city, but has a small Hutson was working at Edward town feel,” remarks Hutson, Jones’ headquarters in Tempe, “I grew up in a small farming Arizona. He jumped at the community in Oklahoma and opportunity to be near family Enid’s agricultural economy

is a good fit for me. The people in this community would give you the shirt off their back if you needed it.” Which ironically is exactly how friends describe Hutson. “He’ll just do anything in the world for people,” says Walker. “He’s a great friend.”

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East Coast BBQer to compete in Enid

By Candace Krebs

Every year the Roberts Ranch Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ Festival brings top barbecue competitors to Enid from near and far. This year one man is traveling nearly 1,700 miles to participate.

When told he had won the award for traveling the greatest distance, Stephen Eastridge of the Boston area laughed and said, “Do I get my entry money back?” He added, “Finally: a category I know I can win.” A schoolteacher by day, Eastridge is one of roughly 70 top-notch competitors expected to fill downtown Enid with the sizzle of meat and the fragrant scent of wood smoke on April 19 and 20th. Ten of the nation’s top 50 highest ranked teams will be at the Enid contest this year.

“The cooks who will be there are some of the best cooks in the country,” Eastridge said. “I’m going to have my hands full.”

Competing under the team name Meat at Slims, Eastridge has lived in Boston for the past 20 years but is originally from Texas. He plans to spend the prior week in the Lone Star State with his family. “I have two cookers that can fly,” he says. “I have an uncle who works for Delta Airlines so I get a good deal on it.” He was encouraged to sign up for the event by extended family members who live in Enid, Dr. Scott and Ann Monroe. Eastridge represents a surprisingly vibrant culture of competitive barbecuing in

Massachusetts, a state that has taken home the trophy at the prestigious Jack Daniels World Championship Invitational at least twice in recent years. “I think of myself as an ambassador for New England barbecue,” he says. “I not only compete, I organize a competition, teach classes and serve on the board of the New England Barbecue Society.” (The event he organizes, the Lexington

Battle-Green BBQ Festival, is being held in conjunction with the historic town’s 300th anniversary on May 18-19 along the same avenue where Paul Revere made his famous ride.) Having cooked at a brewery in Vermont, the Anheuser-Busch campus in New Hampshire and the scenic state fairgrounds in Maine — as well as at large invitationals in

said. While Eastridge will be making his first appearance at the Enid contest, Oklahoma’s own David Bouska of Butcher Barbecue in Chandler has been a regular since the event began. He got the exciting news earlier this year that he has been selected to star on the fifth season of BBQ Pitmasters, a popular reality television show owned by the Discovery Company.

“The location is great. Lynne and her staff do a wonderful job,” he says. “I can’t say enough good things about it. They care about the cooks, and they care about the town.” While the Enid contest’s weather history has been somewhat stormy, Bouska said it was good for the competitors. “It tests the strength of your bubble gum wrapper,” he said. “It throws a lot of elements at you,” he added. “It’s literally the best pitmaster of the

Kansas City and Las Vegas — Eastridge still looked forward to experiencing what Enid has to offer. “This will be kind of unusual to be in the middle of a small town out in the middle of nowhere,” he said. Coming from so far away, Eastridge was unaware of Enid’s reputation for inclement weather. He didn’t seem daunted by it, though. “I cook very well in the rain,” he

He says the Enid contest remains one of his favorites.

weekend who will win it.” BBQ event coordinator Lynne Benkendorf is excited about adding a few tweaks to this year’s contest, including the Kids Q and the Friday evening big band concert. Also new this year, all people’s choice teams will be assembled in one area — the old Q Spot parking lot at Cherokee and Independence — making it easier for the public to navigate through about 25 participating booths. “I encourage everybody to pace themselves. Get one rib from every team and enjoy all of the

contestants that you can,” she advised. All indoor events will be held in the new convention hall, a facility many people will be seeing and enjoying for the first time since construction concluded earlier this year. “This will be the perfect time to come and check it out,” she said. As far as the weather goes, rain would actually be a welcome addition this year. “If we need to break the drought during the barbecue festival, we’ll do that,” Benkendorf said.

By Candace Krebs

Music has always been a big part of the Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ Festival, and this year is no exception. Local musicians Joe “Doc” Bryant and Cathy Nulph teamed up to create something new for Friday’s live music night, which traditionally offers a feast of family entertainment appealing to both young and old. Bryant, who once played with the Glenn Miller Orchestra back in 1944 while attending the University of Oklahoma in Norman, has always loved the swing jazz of the World War II era.

“It’s the music I grew up with,” he says. “That turns the clock back a long ways. But today there are big bands everywhere. The music will never die. In fact, it really never left.” Many of the bands that play today are smaller versions of the 14 to 20-member groups that launched the original big band movement. “For this particular event, we decided

we could have the big band sound and do it with the correct number of players who appeared in these bands originally. We thought that would be really kind of unique,” Bryant says. “You don’t see a big band very often anymore.” Band members will play behind antique music stands made especially for the old jazz era, designed to better project the sound. “We’ll be in the new performance area of

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Conventional Hall. There’ll be a big dance floor right in front of the band, and we’ll be on stage,” Bryant says. Free dance lessons will be offered at 6 p.m., one hour before the concert starts. Several local and area dance clubs are expected to participate. “This type of music is making a comeback,” says Nulph, who will help provide the vocals during the evening performance. “Even some of the younger folks are really getting into it. TV shows like Dancing with the Stars really brought back an interest in ballroom dancing.” Enid’s internationally known violinist Kyle Dillingham will join the band to perform as a featured artist. “I take a little credit for getting him going,” Bryant says, remembering back to some early music lessons. “I immediately knew this kid was something special. He is one of the most astounding violin players you’ll ever hear. We’ll get out there and cut up a little bit together.” Big band jazz and swing evolved out of the thoroughly American music that traces its roots to black slaves in the early 1800s, Bryant says. It mixes a distinctively intuitive flair with some of the discipline and harmonic complexity of classical music. “A big band sound is a universal sound in the U.S. and all over the world,” Bryant says. The band will play free of charge from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday. All are welcome. “It’s strictly an amateur band with a few professionals in it, but we can handle that,” Bryant says. “It will be a lot of fun.” “It’s something we’ve been talking about for awhile and something we’re very passionate about,” Nulph concludes. “It’s going to be our cool, little gift to Enid.”

BBQ Judging

Wow….who knew there were so many things to consider!! By Ebby Stratton

Photos by Nancy Killam

Have you ever been to the Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ Contest? Well, it’s quite an entertaining Enid event! A few years ago, my friend Coni and I went to the Friday night festivities. We walked around and visited with all the cooks and got to taste some great BBQ. That evening I told Coni that one day I would love to be lucky enough to be a BBQ judge. Well, guess what? My wish came true!! I saw an article in our

Enid newspaper about a class to become a Kansas City Barbeque Society certified BBQ judge. I immediately announced to my husband that I just had to take the class. Why?? Well, for one, I love BBQ. Who doesn’t love BBQ? I love chicken as much as ribs; and pork as much as brisket. And, the smell of BBQ……nothing makes my mouth water

more than a good ole’ smoker full of ribs. So on Saturday morning, I couldn’t wait to head to class to learn everything there is to know about being a BBQ judge. Our class started at 9:00 am and lasted until 1:30 pm. Mr. Merl Whitebook, KCBS certified master judge, from Bartlesville, OK was our teacher. I was seated at a table with five other people;

none of us knew each other but the one thing we had in common was we all loved BBQ!! For two hours, Merl explained the rules and standards of BBQ judging. Wow….who knew there were so many things to consider!! There are certain ways you judge the texture or tenderness of a meat. You take a bite of a rib from the center first to see how it pulls from the bone. Appearance plays a part in the scoring criteria – we do eat with our eyes first! Of course taste is an individual thing, but there must be a balance of the 5 tastes – salty, sour, sweet, bitter and umami (pleasant savory taste). Boy, I was glad he provided the definition of umami.

And finally………..We got to judge BBQ. As the meat was brought to us, first we scored on appearance. Then taste and tenderness of the meat. I have never had to eat in a certain way, all the while trying to remember the criteria for judging. And, you must eat the BBQ with your hands, no forks allowed. Well, I have a confession to make, I typically don’t eat with my hands – not even BBQ. I know that sounds peculiar to many, but I am a fork kinda girl. So, although I was hesitant to attack with my hands and mouth, I caught on quickly. And, I loved every morsel. We judged each portion of the chicken, ribs, pork and brisket we were served with our new knowledge. It was so fun to learn food and to talk food with fellow lovers of BBQ. I took the judge’s oath and swore to subjectively evaluate each Barbeque meat that is presented to my eyes, my mouth, my nose, my hands and my palate. My first contest will be Enid’s very own Roberts Ranch Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ Contest on April 20th. I sure hope to see you there!

Kids

George & Ramona Barbour & Family

To Help Light A Fire Among YoungBarbecue Enthusiasts

By Candace Krebs Photo by Cammeron Kaiser

George Barbour doesn’t know a whole lot about competitive barbecue, but he knows he loves his wife’s Philippine-style barbecued pork, and he knows a good thing to do for the community when he sees it. The general manager of Pelagic Tank LLC, an expanding Enid manufacturing firm serving the oil and gas industry, agreed to sponsor the first-ever Kids Q at the annual Roberts Ranch Smokin’ Red Dirt BBQ festival this year. “I personally think anything you can do as a family benefits kids,” he says. “My wife is excited about helping our girls and teaching them how she marinates her barbecue. Any time you can get out and do something with your friends, whether from school or church, that just adds to the fun. Plus, who doesn’t like to eat good food?” The company opened its shop adjacent to Advance Foods a year ago in February. Barbour was home nursing a sore tooth during last year’s contest, so he will be experiencing Enid’s annual barbecue extravaganza for the first time this year. BBQ event coordinator Lynne Benkendorf wanted to add a kids’ competition to the event for several years but lacked a sponsor. “You’re never too young to start barbecuing,” she says. Despite being something of a novice when it comes to barbecue, Barbour was enthusiastic about jumping on board to support the idea. “Enid’s been good to us, and this gave us an opportunity to say thank you and let people know we’re here and we enjoy being here,” he says. “My wife and kids love Enid. The kids love their school (they attend Emmanuel Christian School) and are making lots of friends.” “The proceeds go to a good cause. It’s a big deal for Enid, and we wanted to support that,” he adds. He and his wife Ramona are excited that their two daughters Ameera, 9 and Gabriella, 4, will be participating in the Kids Q on Friday evening. “I wasn’t sure my four-year-old would be interested, but the first thing she said is, ‘Can I help Sissy?’ Momma’s going to show them some of her secrets, and we’ll see how they do,” he says. No need for other competitors to worry that as a

result of the sponsorship, Barbour’s kids will have a leg up on the competition, Benkendorf assures them. “It will be blind judging, just like it is for the adults, with every entry renumbered so the judges won’t know who’s who,” she says. “The kids will cook, season and prepare the meat themselves. The adult supervision is only there in case of an emergency. We’ll have monitors to make sure the parents don’t jump in and start cooking. I’ve heard that they have a tendency to be very competitive.” Barbour can already see the competitive fires burning in his own household. “My girls are really excited,” he says. “They are anxious to get started. They’ve already said they want to go out and buy grills so they can start practicing.” Weber grills will be provided on site the day of the contest, and the kids can take them home afterwards as part of their participation, according to Benkendorf. Winning aside, Barbour’s family plans to enjoy all the event has to offer, and some of his co-workers are already talking about designing and building their own grill and perhaps fielding a team in 2014. “This is the kind of thing where everybody’s a winner,” Barbour says.

1 Josh Tovar Fundraiser at the Q-Spot Photos by Nancy Killam Benefit Corp Account Fifth Third Bank 495 Old Hickory Blvd. • Brentwood, TN 37027 1. Dom McClenny, Billy Beck and fellow guitarist 2. Waylon Tovar drawing tickets for prizes 3. Jamie Tovar, Amber Pittsley, Diana Beck 4. Jette’s Bodyguards, Heath Conrady, Jason Baggett, Chucky Arndt, Carissa Anglemeyer, Mike Alee, Beth and Bruce 5. Beth Dunlap & Mike Alee looking at silent auction items 6. Faith & Moriah Tovar 2

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2012 CFL CHAMPIONS Your Enid Enforcers Football Club finish the 2012 year by bringing home Enid its first football championship since Enid High won the State Championship in 1983. The Enforcers traveled to Joplin Missouri to defeat the 5 time champions 28-21. 16 Enforcer Players were also selected to the CFL Allstar Game. We would like to thank our Fans & Sponsors for all of your support. Without you none of this would be possible.

Enid Enforcers 2013 Football Schedule Date Oppnent Kickoff/Stadium March 16 April 06 April 13 April 20 May 4 May 11 May 18

vs Oklahoma Force @ Oklahoma Warriors @ Joplin Crusaders vs N. Oklahoma Ruffnecks vs N.W. Arkansas Battle @ Oklahoma Force vs Kansas Cougars

7:00 PM @ D. Bruce Selby Stadium 7:00 PM @ Okemah Pecan Bowl (Okemah, OK) 7:00 PM @ Missouri Southern University - Fred G. Hughes Stadium 7:00 PM @ D. Bruce Selby Stadium 7:00 PM @ D. Bruce Selby Stadium 7:00 PM @ Alcott Middle School (Norman, OK) 7:00 PM @ D. Bruce Selby Stadium

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1. - 6. Models from the several fashion shows held during Weddings with Elegance, featuring fashions from The Bridal Shop, For You, & Crystal’s 7. Mickey & Mandy DeLa Cruz, Rachael Hedges 8. Enid Floral – Matt Whittenburg, Lisa Mitchell, Ryan Fossett 9. For You Boutique – Lana Jeppersen, Lisa Parsons 10. Dan Long, Uptown Florist

11. Kelsey Hargens & Leslie Koch of Touies Design ~Modern Fresh Stationery 12. Bride to be Katie Stogsdill w/mother Jan Stogsdill and Grandmother Julia Phillips

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With an upcoming Februa ry visit from his brother, Mark and his wife Lorna who live in Orange, Califo rnia, Scott & I decided to host a cousin reunion, bringing together the two fam ilies that started it all over 100 years ago. Herman (1885-1956) & Freeda (18 92-1988) Benkendorf and Martin (18841960) & Laura (1885-1965) Schroeder. Now you may wonder, were the Benkendorfs and Schroeders Garfield

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lutely not, in fact Herman Benkendorf & Martin Schroeder were some of the first members of Redeem er Lutheran Church. Both far m families, they helped start and build Redeemer’s first church home located in the 1700 blo ck of West Broadway. Now some 100 years later, Rev. Rodney Benkendorf, con tinues the Lutheran family heritage as the Pastor of Concordia Lutheran Churc h in Frohna, Missouri. Rodney is He rman Benkendorf ’s great-grandson and the greatgreat-grandson of Henry Sch roeder and

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William Brakahage, who were some of the first delegates when the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod was forming the Oklahoma District in 1924. Herman Benkendorf ’s father, Wil liam, came to the US in 1883 from W. Prussia, Germany and settled on a farm just 10 miles NW of Enid with his wife and 9 children in 1899, when Herman was 13 yrs old. William was a charter member of Trinity Lutheran Church,

which organized in 1902. Herman & Freeda (Brakhage) Benkendorf wed in August of 1911 and raised their 6 children on the same farm. Martin Schroeder’s parents, Henry & Caroline, who had 12 children, boarded a train in Kansas in 1902 to seek a better life in the Oklahoma Territory. In 1919 they moved to Enid, transferring their church membership from Immanuel Lutheran in Garber to St. Paul’s Lu-

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theran Church. Here they were instrumental in helping to build a new church in 1926. When oil was discovered in 1917-1918, Martin & Laura (Rabbe) hit it big in the Garber-Covington Oil Field. Shortly there after they decided to move to California. Realizing that California wasn’t a place to raise their children after not more than a year or two, Martin moved his family back to Enid building two homes, one at 1314 West Broadway

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