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CONTENTS
08 ACADIANA LIFE Searching for the Broadmoor Pool Zhorie’l Tapo Wins Leadership Award 20 HEALTHY LIVING Your DNA and Nutrition Why Kids Need Protein 22 HOME Female Homebuyers House Therapy – Sparkle! 26 LIFE AND LEISURE Eye Spy: iPeriod Teen Driver Distractions Haute and Cool Summer Fashions 40 FAMILY MATTERS Back to School Routine Tips Teacher Tips for Back to School 44 CAREER Starting Over — Advice and Resources 46 MIND | BODY | SOUL Marriage Problems in Acadiana Considering Plastic Surgery 50 BEAUTY | STYLE Keeping Makeup Brushes Clean 58 SHOW YOUR FACE
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ACADIANA LIFE
SEARCHING FOR THE
BROADMOOR POOL By Elizabeth Hesterly
UP GROWING IN THE ‘60s & ‘70s
This was not a country club where towels were provided or waiters sauntered by your lounge chair to offer fish tacos. This was better than that.
M
y husband and I had a visitor from Houston. She had once lived in Lafayette when her father was working for an oil company, and
because we both spent our early years in Broadmoor Terrace, we shared similar memories. I learned to swim at the Broadmoor Terrace Swim Club. My brother, sister, and I are all good swimmers thanks to the pool’s instructors of our youth. Once we were old enough, we rode our bikes to the Broadmoor pool every Once we were old
single day of the season. No one locked their bike. We rode up to the club
enough, we rode
and parked our bikes outside the gate. A simple set of rules included the
our bikes to the
mandate that all swimmers rinse off in the showers before entering the
Broadmoor pool
pool. I still remember standing below that rush of cold water, shivering
every single day of
and squealing with my friends, only to experience the glorious feeling of
the season.
warmth when we jumped into the pool. Lifeguards watched from their lookouts as we dove for pennies and practiced handstands.
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Once the pool opened for the summer, we lived there. My neighbors and good friends all rode their bikes to the pool with us, as a posse, typically with our beach towels draped around our necks. This was not a country club where towels were provided or waiters sauntered
I can still trace my path to the Broadmoor pool — my friends and I took a right out of our driveways, a right onto the street that ran parallel to Johnston, followed the curve onto Ashwood, took a left on Fontainbleau, and then we could see the swim club off to our left. by your lounge chair to offer fish tacos. This was better than that. We went to the club to swim. The more adventurous of us jumped from the diving board. The more athletic of us practiced our diving. We held contests for who could hold their breath the longest. We had to get out of the water when lifeguards sensed a storm approaching, and thus we huddled under cover waiting for those afternoon showers to move on by. We giggled while plotting who might have the next slumber party. I can still trace my path to the Broadmoor pool — my friends and I took a right out of our driveways, a right onto the street that ran parallel to Johnston, followed the curve onto Ashwood, took a left on Fontainbleau, and then we could see the swim club off to our left. The route is indelibly etched in my brain. It was an easy trip with the promise of summer swimming in our sights. So imagine my dismay when our friend from Texas asked my husband and me to drive by the Broadmoor Terrace Swim Club, and we could not find it! It’s no longer there. A house or two sits on the property where the pool of my childhood once beckoned us. Imagine my sadness. Imagine hers. We were crushed. This was where our best friends gathered, where my brother chipped his front tooth the day he got his braces removed, where our parents allowed us to spend entire days. At first we did not believe it. We made our driver, my husband, turn this way and that, thinking that we were just one street off, that our memories weren’t quite accurate. But in the end, we had to face the fact that our beloved Broadmoor pool was gone. I’m a sentimental girl, and I’m not ashamed to admit it. That swim club offered me and my siblings and most of my friends a safe spot where childhood silliness and simple pleasures reigned. I’m sad it’s gone, unable to continue offering the kind of joy it once offered me.
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ACADIANA LIFE
Pokémon GO Newest Craze
I
THINK IT’S SAFE TO SAY THAT THE POKÉMON GO CRAZE HAS PRETTY MUCH TAKEN OVER OUR LIVES. Even if you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon, you’re at least very aware of, and possibly annoyed by, its existence. People from
different generations and walks of life are all participating in this one collective experience. What makes the game so great is, for
Whereas with most virtual reality games you have
one thing, it is encouraging people to become more active. Whereas with most virtual reality games you have to remain stasis for long periods of time, in order to succeed at Pokémon Go you actually have
to remain stasis for long
to physically go out into the world. The game mixes virtual reality
periods of time, in order
and, well, reality in such a way that gamers from all walks of life are
to succeed at Pokémon
being compelled to, well, walk. Not only does it encourage an active
Go, you actually have to physically go out into the world.
lifestyle, but this is the first scenario where walking around with your face plastered to your phone will end up allowing you to interact with new people. It is so easy to meet and strike up a conversation with a fellow Pokémon Go player. We are all being drawn to the same locations and we all already have something very big in common.
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One of the pitfalls — there have already been reported accidents of people not paying attention and walking into traffic. Getting children (or adults) to be active is wonderful. However, there are some pitfalls. The game is very addictive, which can take up quality family time. Another downfall is that children are walking with their eyes focused on phone and not paying attention to where they are in fact, walking. There have already been reported accidents of people not paying attention and walking into traffic. Stay safe by teaching children safety rules about Pokémon Go. Make rules based upon not only safety but what you feel is necessary for your child and your family. With just a little preparation, Pokémon Go
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ACADIANA LIFE
Back In The Day 20 Years Ago in 1996 Princess Diana and Prince Charles are officially divorced. M2, MTV’s second TV channel is launched. The 1996 Summer Olympics conclude in Atlanta. The American punk rock band, The Ramones, play their last show. The first three-parent baby is conceived in New Jersey through mitochondrial donation. U.S. President Bill Clinton and Vice President Al Gore are re-nominated at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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A Declaration of Leadership
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horiél Tapo, a first grade student at Plantation Elementary School, earned grand prize honors in a speech contest open to students nationwide and across Canada. The Leader in Me, which is a program founded by Franklin Covey Corporation out of Salt Lake City, Utah, was developed in an effort to assist students in building leadership skills. Franklin Covey specifically focused their attention on public speaking In an endeavor to develop their students’ public speaking skills, Leader in Me schools offer students opportunities to speak at Leadership Day Symposiums, assemblies, and in the classroom. Franklin Covey encouraged all Leader in Me students to continue improving this skill set with this first-ever contest. In the Acadiana area alone, there are twenty nine Leader in Me schools totaling over 16,500 children. Zhoriél was notified of her grand prize award on June 3, 2016 live via Skype at Plantation Elementary, where she celebrated with family members and administrators. Her speech titled A Declaration of Leadership garnered a $500 leadership grant, as well as a featured post on The Leader in Me YouTube channel and the Leader in Me blog.
Zhoriél Tapo, Grand Prize Winner, and Anne Hermann, Plantation Elementary School Principal
In an endeavor to develop their students’ public speaking skills, Leader in Me schools offer students opportunities to speak at Leadership Day Symposiums, assemblies, and in the classroom.
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Students who participated in the contest were asked to describe how they would spend the potential $500 prize. Zhorie’l stated that she planned to put some of the funds aside for her two younger sisters’ college funds. She also stated that she planned to give a portion of the money to her school bus driver, who was injured in a non-work related automobile accident, which has kept her away from work for months. Zhorie’l hopes that the money will help her bus driver feel better and hopefully return to work. Zhorie’l’s award winning speech can be viewed on YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4p20SR0e2Uc.
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So I’ll try to be that leader that will help you see clearer…matter of fact, right now, I’ll declare it! I’m a Leader! I don’t think it, I know! Realize, a leader doesn’t have to be a Dr. King, Rosa Parks, the President, or the Pope. A leader can be a principal, janitor, bus driver, a student, or just someone who gives others hope.
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ACADIANA LIFE
CHEEKY SIGNS
I just love the food in South Louisiana. The combinations of seasonings and different cooking styles make it something special. This sign in Broussard not only gave me a chuckle, but made me think…Do they want someone to make chicken sandwiches or to give them a good recipe? Either way, I love it.
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Now this sign was sent to us by a reader who recently returned from her vacation. MAGNIFICENT sign, I’m definitely down to eat at a restaurant where tequila is the soup of the day! Wooohooo! Until next time, darlings…
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ACADIANA LIFE BONJOUR MA CAJUN FRIENDS!
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AND FINALLY, ABOUT THE AMERICAN DEMOCRACY It’s simple. You like something, vote for it. You don’t like something, vote against it…and if you lose, SUCK IT UP AND DEAL WITH IT HOSS, that’s why it’s called a democracy!
It’s me again, opinionated columnist and general know it all, Mrs. Nettie Mae Avec Domino and boy-o-boy do we have a lot to cover this month!
HERE’S SOME ADVICE FOR DA HATERS First, about da issue of public school kids not wanting to stand during the OUT THERE: Pledge of Allegiance because of religious • Da First Amendment gives you da right to preferences and not supporting this here free speech, but dat don’t mean you got to talk United States of America. Let me tell you one Nettie Mae Avec Domino about everything and everyone. damn thing; if you got another God, then don’t grumpy@faceacadiana.com say the parts of the pledge dat may keep you from • Da Second Amendment gives you da right to bear going to your heaven. BUT, if you’re attending a FREE arms, but dat don’t give you da right to shoot nobody if you PUBLIC SCHOOL here in America, you better stand your ain’t in danger. little behind up and show a little respect for the greatest country in the word! Cuz if you don’t like it, by all means, LEAVE! We’re suppose to live is a civilized country and to me, dat means if you disagree with main stream America, protest peacefully, become NEXT, WHO IN THE HELL SHOOTS an activist or start your own damn advice column, like me! But don’t COPS TO PROVE A POINT? start no damn riot, burn down a city or hurt people. This next section was censored due to extreme obscenities ………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………
Well, I got a lot more to say, but FACE won’t give me no more space. Hmmm, you think they trying to discriminate against an ole Cajun woman?
…but Thank God we have such dedicated men and women willing to risk their lives every day to save ours.
Like my friend Ellen say, y’all be kind to one an-utter.
Until next time ~ Au revoir y’all,
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URINARY INCONTINENCE Don’t Suffer in Silence By Chris Fontenot, MD, FACS
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r. Fontenot is Board Certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive surgery. Urinary incontinence, defined as unwanted leakage of urine, affects about 34 million people in the United States. It has many causes, and can affect men or women and can occur at any age.
Dr. Chris Fontenot is a member of the Society of Urodynamics and Female Urology and the International Incontinence Society. He is also a member of the American Urological Association, the LA State Urological Society, where he has served as Secretary and Historian, the Louisiana State Medical Society and the US Autism and Asperger Association.
Many women are afraid to seek treatment for incontinence, as it can be an embarrassing subject to discuss. Also there are many myths about diagnosis and treatment. For example, large incisions and long-term bladder catheters are rarely employed anymore. In fact, many patients are now treated with simple changes in daily routines, physical therapy or medication. There are many types of incontinence, determination of the type of incontinence is critical to treatment success. Usually, the type of incontinence is clear simply by history, but often different types many seem to co-exist. We will perform a physical examination which will offer clues as to the proper diagnosis and the treatment that will provide the greatest chance of success. Additional testing may include measurements of bladder urine, voiding diaries and sophisticated physiologic bladder testing. The fact is unwanted leakage of urine does not have to be a reality in anyone’s life. There is a vast experience and expertise, along with state–ofthe-art treatments available right here in Acadiana. So if you are experiencing urinary incontinence, make an appointment to at least obtain a correct diagnosis and discuss your options. You may find that obtaining dryness is a lot easier than you expected!
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HEALTHY LIVING
By Daphne Olivier
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YOUR DNA CREATING A PERSONALIZED NUTRITION PLAN
Evaluating your genomics, ince the completion of as it’s called, is done by a the Human Genome What if you knew how your body was wired — what medical simple swab of the inside of Project in 2003 conditions you are susceptible to and how you can prevent your mouth. The genomic labs scientists have been studying analyze and provide information nutrigenomics, the study of how them? What if it were easy to identify exactly what foods and to personalize a nutrition nutrition can be used to prevent, nutrients would support your body for optimal health? It sounds program that works for you. lessen, or alter chronic diseases Such conditions as Alzheimer’s by modifying your genes. By like some kind of radical infomercial, yet it is actually possible! disease, breast cancer, heart analyzing SNPs (pronounced disease, and autoimmune snips), your DNA can be conditions in addition to evaluated to determine how diet losing weight, optimize the way your body related genes can enhance or alter gene expression. detoxifies, and alter the way your hormones You see, while we can’t change our DNA, we can affect your appetite can all be aided through provide information to the genes which will allow a genomic evaluation. While the caffeine in them to be “turned on or turned off.” coffee may be giving you a jolt of energy in We think of food as something that tastes good the mornings, the way you metabolize it and fills our belly to keep it from growling. However, can have an impact on whether or not it food is fundamentally information which tells your contributes to a heart attack. body, specifically your genes, how to act. Food tells Nutrition has come a long way since the Food your genes what to do. It gives the information Guide Pyramid. We are now able to determine needed to allow these genes to express themselves While the caffeine in coffee may be giving you exactly what foods and vitamins will work to or not. The food you choose has the power to a jolt of energy in the mornings, the way you keep you feeling refreshed and full of energy change your health trajectory in more ways than metabolize it can have an impact on whether for many, many years. you’ve ever imagined. or not it contributes to a heart attack.
About the author: Daphne is a food passionista, farm girl wanna-be and registered yet unconventional dietitian with a private practice – My Food Coach. She focuses on unprocessed, real food and balancing the diet with your lifestyle. Visit her website at myfoodcoach.tv
N U T R I
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WHY KIDS NEED
PROTEIN How Milk Can Help (Family Features) Making sure kids
eat nutritious meals is often a parent’s top priority. Moms
know good nutrition is essential for their child’s health, since developing and maintaining healthy habits as a kid can lead to lifelong benefits. That’s why it’s important to make sure kids get enough protein. Not only that, but it’s also important kids choose good-for-you protein foods, like milk. In addition to being a good source of high-quality protein, milk offers eight other essential nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D and potassium, which are three of the four nutrients most Americans – including children – are most likely missing in their diets.
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R E C I P E Try pairing this kid-friendly recipe for
breakfast sushi with a glass of milk for a fun way to start their day with milk and protein. For more kid-friendly, nutritious recipe ideas, visit milklife.com.
SERVINGS: 1 2 Tablespoons smooth peanut butter 1 Banana Cup crisp rice cereal Spread peanut butter over the outside of the banana and then roll in cereal until coated. Cut into thick slices and serve with a glass of milk.
It’s important for kids to get protein at every meal, especially breakfast. Getting enough protein in the morning can help kids feel fuller, longer, so they can start the day off right. Beyond helping the body build and repair lean muscle, protein also impacts many different functions in growing bodies. For example, protein works together with key bone-building nutrients like calcium and vitamin D to help build healthy bones. Each 8-ounce serving of milk provides 8 grams of high-quality, natural protein. Milk is a complete protein, which means that every glass contains a full mix of the essential amino acids our bodies need. Without milk in their diets, it’s hard for kids to get nutrients they need to grow up strong. For kids 9 and older, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend three servings of lowfat or fat free milk and milk products each day and two and a half servings daily for children ages 4 to 8. You can feel good serving milk to your family since it’s one of the original farm-to-table foods and a wholesome, naturally nutrientrich choice. Almost all U.S. households have dairy milk in their refrigerators and kids are some of the biggest fans. According to a survey, nine out of 10 kids age 8-12 said they love to drink milk for reasons such as because it’s good for them, it will help them grow, and they love the taste. With nine essential nutrients in each 8-ounce glass, milk is a delicious and simple way to give kids a natural source of high-quality protein plus other nutrients they need.
Nutritional information per serving: 390 calories; 15 g fat; 3 g saturated fat; 5 mg cholesterol; 16 g protein; 51 g carbohydrates; 5 g fiber; 290 mg sodium; 305 mg calcium (30% of daily value). Nutrition figures based on including an 8-ounce glass of fat free milk.
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HOME
FEMALE HOMEBUYERS
Female homebuyers are a formidable force in the real estate market. Over the past 20 years, women have been responsible for over 1/3 of the growth in real estate. Single women are almost twice as likely to purchase homes as single men. In fact, 16% of all homebuyers are single women. And women, single or not, really do make the home buying decision the majority of the time. If mama’s not happy…
HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO TAKE CARE OF BEFORE SIGNING THE SALE FOR YOUR DREAM HOME. GET YOUR CREDIT IN ORDER. Visit with a mortgage lender and get pre-qualified. Pay down your credit cards (revolving credit makes up 30% of your credit score and owing a large percentage of your credit limit can lower your score up to 50 points). Especially after a divorce, make sure that your spouse’s loans are not in your name also. If there are “dings” on your credit, ask your lender to help you get it straightened out. DO YOUR HOMEWORK. Ask about grants and down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers. There are grants available locally for as much as $15,000! That can really make a difference in how much house you can afford. ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED IT. Gifts from family, or getting a co-signor, can help strengthen your loan package. Many times, family members are happy to help when buying that first home is at stake. They realize that it’s an investment as well as a place to live. 22 FACE | AUGUST 2016
START WITH THE BASICS. If this is your first home, it may not be your dream home. Buy ugly and make it beautiful. The value of the paint on the wall is much greater than the cost of the paint in the can. I once bought a house that had two dead possums in the attic. I got a great price because of the smell. Lots of cleaning, paint, flooring and repairs turned it into a beautiful home! BUY IN A GREAT AREA. Location is the one thing you cannot change and it’s important. Buy a house in a great area and turn it into a great home. BUY LOW. Low interest rates, that is. Interest rates are at historical lows. This means you can get a lot more house for lower monthly payments. Interest is the biggest cost of purchasing a home. USE PROFESSIONALS. REALTORS are free for buyers and are an invaluable resource for dealing with a real estate transaction They know how to deal with sellers, inspectors, appraisers and the myriad of other things that can come up during the process. A good REALTOR can save you from making costly mistakes.
CONSIDER A HOME WARRANTY. Home warranties protect you if the air conditioner breaks, the stove stops working or the plumbing leaks. They are worth the investment if you are purchasing an older home. A home warranty will keep you from having to worry about repairs when a small deductible and a phone call will get a repair person right over. Negotiate it into the sale and ask the seller to pay for it, something your REALTOR will be glad to help with. With a little preparation, and a team of professionals looking out for you, owning a home can turn from dream to reality for anyone!
About the author: Louise Logan has been involved in the real estate industry since 1977 and a loan officer with Coast Capital Mortgage for 17 years, specializing in first time homebuyers. Her greatest accomplishments are her daughter, her 29 year marriage to Pat Logan, and the three angels who call her Mimi.
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Some simple ideas to add that bit of g l a m o u r.
T H E R A P Y
Sparkle! Add it! I love that little bit of sparkle that happens almost by chance, almost unnoticeable, in my living room. At night with lamps lit or during the afternoon when the sun comes into the room it is delightful to look up and see the reflections in an old porcelain lamp with a gilt bronze base, the shine of brass on a floor lamp, or the shimmer on the glazing of a framed drawing. Look at your own living room and figure out exactly where your glimmering highlights are. Is there just enough? Too much? Maybe something needs to be moved, added, put away. Look for balance the same way you look for balance in other ways. Balance is an equal distribution of weight and our visual sense is very keenly aware of something that feels ‘right’ and something that feels ‘off.’ Right? Windows! Clean them! I hate to look out a window and see the dust and splatters which are inevitably there when I’m not paying attention. I hate cleaning windows more, so you can only imagine…so the lesser takes precedence and I do the cleaning for the sake of having sparkling sunlight. It really does make a difference. That said, my kitchen is sparkling and my living room curtains are drawn at night!
room and figure out exactly where your glimmering highlights are. Is there just enough? Too much? Maybe something needs to be moved, added, put away.
H O U S E
Just enough, not too much! That’s right, keep it simple and you will succeed, even for you Maximalists (see “balance” above.) Follow Coco Chanel’s guidelines on jewelry and you will be fine – when you are done dressing, remove one thing. It will work for you. The accessories in your house are the jewelry of your home. And if you just love glitter – I say go for it! Mirrors, gilt frames, silver candelabra, the works. If you love it, then you should have it – my only advice is (and this may be hard to swallow) make the surfaces themselves simple, in other words Rococo is so very 18th century, but one over the top, gilded mirror, all curlicues and abundanza (my word) is even more spectacular when surrounded by clean, simple lines everywhere else.
Look at your own living
PHOTO: REN CAMPBELL
Pictured here is an example from my very own home. First you have to realize that I am male, I’m not fussy, I’m highly critical of my own environment (not yours, I promise, I’m never judgmental about how anyone else lives.) My home was once little more than a barn to store baskets made at the basket works across the road and the interior has features of the old building, which is why I call it the Shambles. The interior wall of the living room is the original cedar siding. On a table next to this wall is a wood framed glass tray from an old bar cart. Sitting on the tray are three simple glass candlesticks with beeswax tapers, a mercury glass lawn ornament and an old metal garland covered in teeny silver metal spangles and glass beads. Just enough, not too much. Where does your home sparkle?
About the author: Ren Campbell has practiced the discipline of architectural interior design for over 30 years. He’s been a University studio instructor and currently consults with individuals on their issues concerning their homes and how they live in them. Contact Ren with your House Therapy questions at rencamp1@gmail.com.
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LIFE AND LEISURE
Word of the Month
YOPRO Short for “young professional” especially presumptuous, self-interested types.
Example: I walked into the meeting full of inexperienced yopros in their suits and ties and immediately knew that it would be an easy sell.
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A dime has 118 ridges around the edge. Al Capone’s business card said he was a used furniture dealer. Almonds are members of the peach family. There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar. Maine is the only state whose name is just one syllable. The only real person to be a Pez head was Betsy Ross The “pound” key on your keyboard (#) is called an octotroph No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver or purple The “dot” over the letter “i” is called a tittle John Lennon’s first girlfriend was named Thelma Pickles
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ALL YOU NEED
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TO DO IS INPUT YOUR LAST TWO CYCLES AND IT
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WILL CALCULATE FUTURE DATES FOR YOU.
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omen, put down your pencils and calendars! Whether you are trying to conceive or trying to avoid conceiving, keeping track of your period can be a pain. In today’s world of technological advances… there’s an app for that! Gone are the days of trying to (incorrectly) guess the date of your last period. Precise dates are essential to your well being and can help you identify changes and issues with your cycle.
notified when your first day of your cycle is coming as well as a reminder for self breast examinations. You have the option to include symptoms such as mood, bloating, appetite, cramping and more. Another useful tool in this app is predicting ovulation dates if you are trying to conceive and a place to record “love connections”.
So ladies, pick up your phone to track your period. IPeriod is a free app to track not only your cycle, but details of it as well. Having a visual record can be helpful, especially for women who have irregular periods or problems that need to be reported to a doctor.
To get started all you need to do is input your last two cycles and it will calculate future dates for you. IPeriod allows you to color code and make notations so that it’s easy to look back and compare prior cycles. The app is discretely labeled as “IP Free” on your phone so there is no indication of what it is if you are shy about such things.
Many women enjoy this app for all of the options available. There is a place to keep track of the dates, equipped with reminders. You will be
Having a period is annoying enough. No need to struggle keeping track of periods when there’s an app that can do it for you!
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Drive Away
DISTRACTIONS Protect teens behind the wheel (BPT) – Today’s
teens face more distractions than any generation before. Many don’t recall a time when they were not continuously connected to their friends. Cell phones — which might have been
unnecessary risks when they’re behind the wheel,” said Randy Petro, chief claims officer for Mercury Insurance. “We see a lot of claims related to distracted driving, including parents turning to scold arguing children, adjusting the infotainment system, and even taking photos while driving. Your first priority once you start piloting any vehicle should be to focus on the task at hand — driving.” Ten percent of all drivers ages 15 to 19 who were involved in fatal crashes were distracted at the time of the crashes. Teens aren’t the only ones who feel the need to be connected — adults are guilty of it, too. Many of the teens who are glued to their smartphones have witnessed their parents answering emails at the dinner table or have seen them shoot a “quick text” while driving. Teens have grown up learning that this type of behavior is acceptable and maybe even expected. However, there’s a right time and a right place for everything.
provided as a safety precaution in case Mom or Dad was running late picking them up from school — are now the source of constant messaging, sharing and media consumption.
“The first thing parents need to do is practice what they preach. Teenagers won’t always be receptive to ‘because I say so’ or ‘because I’m the adult,’ especially if they witness their parents actively engaging in a behavior they’re being told is bad,” adds Petro. “We as adults need to set a proper example — after all, we do have the advantage of more life experience.” Teens send texts instead of passing notes in class. They share moments with their peers and the world in the form of photos and short videos. Music, food and transportation can arrive on demand, all with the swipe of a finger. Being away from their phones, even for a short period of time, can even cause a form of separation anxiety expressed in the acronym FOMO (fear of missing out). So it should come as no surprise that cell phone use is the offense most commonly associated with distracted driving. However, it’s not the only type of distraction. “A lot of people think they’re better drivers than they actually are, which is why they take 28 FACE | AUGUST 2016
Parents should set a powerful example by committing not to drive distracted if they want their children to do the same. If necessary, parents can also invest in technology to monitor and disable phones while their teens are driving to eliminate the temptation altogether. “No Instagram post, bite of a burger or playlist selection is worth someone else’s life. People are mainly in a car to get from point A to point B, and our wish is for them to do it safely,” says Petro. There are several excellent online resources that provide tips and information to help prepare teens for life behind the wheel, including Mercury Insurance’s Drive Safe Challenge and NHTSA’s Distraction.gov.
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LIFE AND LEISURE
Haute & Coo A Summer Fashion Guide While the temperatures rise, it can be tempting to try to transition beach coverups to hot weather street fashion. While keeping cool is top priority during a Louisiana summer, you don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort. Even on the hottest days, leave the cut off shorts and flip-flops at the beach and follow these summer fashion tips for staying haute, cool and stylish.
Keep Accessories Light and Minimal Summer is not the season for statement necklaces or bulky jewelry. In addition to the heavy look and feeling, these pieces will often stick to the skin and become uncomfortable as your body temperature rises. Keep jewels to a minimum; stick with dainty and lightweight pieces.
Choose A Looser Fit
Style it Up With A Wide Brim Hat Can’t resist making a statement? The wide brim hat is your pass to skip the subtlety. Plus, this accessory acts as built in shade and will keep you from getting too much sun on your face throughout the day.
In this case, less is not more when selecting a perfect summer dress. A loose fit maxi that doesn’t cling to your body will keep you cooler than skimpier outfit options. Opt for a wide skirt with a more fitted top, like the one pictured here, to show your figure. Extra cool points for an open knit and the headscarf for a bohemian vibe.
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Show a Little Shoulder Light is Alright
The cold shoulder trend has peeked through in past seasons, but has reached it’s reached its all time high this summer season. It’s flirty, fashion forward, feminine and hides signs of sweat. Couple this fashion with the previous tips of natural fabrics and loose fit for the ultimate summer staple.
Go Natural
Let’s be honest, light colors look better under the blazing sun and show off that natural sun kissed glow you acquired. While it’s hard to deviate from eternally fashionable black, this fashion tip is in the science: Dark colors absorb light and heat you up, while light colors reflect the light and allow you to shine.
Retire fabrics like polyester and rayon for the summer and opt for cotton, cotton blends or southern favorite seersucker. These fabrics are more breathable and will wick instead of stick under summer’s humidity. Remember to select fabrics with a little more structure to avoid the unwanted and unflattering cling of thinner fabrics.
About the author: Tracee Dundas is a freelance stylist, blogger, fashion editor for New Orleans Magazine and fashion event producer. She is the Founder and Creative Director of Fashion Week New Orleans and the “go-to-gal” for all things fashionable on the Gulf Coast. Tracee hosts a weekly fashion style segment Fashion Friday on WVUE Fox 8 sharing the latest trends, styling tips and DIY ideas. She works with nationally known clients such as Lucky Magazine, Essence Magazine, Payless Shoes and The W Hotel and frequently works as a stylist for films, commercials and music videos. Tracee is a graduate of USL and a native of St. Martinville, LA.
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ETIENNA WRIGHT
FORCE
a TOUR de
For Education & the Performing Arts in Acadiana
By Marisa Olson Photography by Penny Moore of Moore Photography Q FACE MAGAZINE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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mong Acadiana’s newest leaders
in arts and education is Abbeville’s own daughter, Etienna Qualls Wright. At age 31, the wife and mother of three children is Executive Director of the Lafayette Education Foundation, co-founder and associate director of the Acadiana Repertory Theatre, board member of Theatre 810, and an accomplished stage actress. The versatile Wright performs her various leading roles in the community with little fanfare, and hardly pauses in her relentless pursuit of advocating on behalf of area teachers and students, as well as performing artists and playwrights. Until recently, the ambitious creative has outpaced the spotlight, but recognition is at last catching up with Wright, who has become well known throughout the community, particularly the Lafayette Parish public school system, as Lafayette Education Foundation’s new chief administrator. Since its inception in 1989, LEF has been incredibly successful in its mission to promote and support excellence in education, and has funded over $2 million in classroom grants and awarded $396,000 to educators. With several years of non-profit career experience already
With several years of non-profit career experience already under
under her belt, Wright came on board LEF in 2012 as Program Director. Impassioned and articulate about the foundation’s cause, her enthusiastic ambassadorship in the community
her belt, Wright came on board
paved the way for her eventual rise to Executive
LEF in 2012 as Program Director.
the admiration of grantors and grant recipients
Director. Over the last four years, she has gained alike. Wright feels at once privileged and excited to lead the foundation into the future.
Through its grants, LEF rewards bold classroom LEF, although deceptively small, exerts enormous social and economic impact. The organization has facilitated a powerful alliance between private donors and public educators through grant assistance that brings much needed funding directly into the classroom. The decades-long collaboration between private and public spheres has transformed the lives of thousands of schoolchildren and their teachers, bolstered the public school system, and fueled Lafayette’s economic development by ensuring that students are workforce ready. Through its grants, LEF rewards bold classroom initiatives that promote innovative literacy and creative, social-emotional programs. Among its greatest successes have been The Leader In Me, a curriculum adapted from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and also, Books That Fit, a reading program designed to increase the percentage of students who read on or above grade level by the third grade. Wright understands the inextricable relationship between the arts and academic achievement, and her own background in theatre, dance and music informs her perspective as the non-profit’s new ED. Theatre has been the central, organizing principle of Wright’s life. From age three when she auditioned for her first play, she has been onstage. Both parents were artists: her mother, an actress and director; her father, a musician. For Wright and her siblings, growing up in a home where mom and dad were always rehearsing for a gig or stage performance was completely natural. Wright admires her sisters, both highly talented singers, but counts her mother, Shana Ledet Qualls, as her greatest influence and inspiration, instilling
initiatives that promote innovative literacy and creative, social-emotional programs.
Wright’s own tastes in performance genres span the spectrum from “meaty” dramas to slapstick comedies.
The Woman’s Part — Erica Jure, Chloe Abbott, Debbi Ardoin, Etienna Wright, Jordan Umphries, Jody Powell The Woman’s Part — Etienna Wright
in her daughter a passion for the performing arts: “She always
While honing her performance skills in those early days,
encouraged me and my siblings to explore [the arts]. In fact, we
Wright drew inspiration from her favorite actors, who include
didn’t have much of a choice. Mom was always at the theatre, so
Cate Blanchett, Paul Giamatti, Julianne Moore, Laura Linney,
that’s where we were, too. It all happened naturally, for all of us
Kevin Spacey, and the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. Her muses
to become performers.”
share a natural acting style that allows them to morph easily
From 2003 – 2006, Wright trained at Northwestern State University, majoring in Theatre under the instruction of Dr. Roger Held. His best advice for the young actor? “Stop acting.
from one character to the next, and, just as effortlessly, from stage to screen. Wright’s own tastes in performance genres span the spectrum from “meaty” dramas to slapstick comedies.
Just be the character.” Wright reflects: “He helped me to honestly
Although she enjoys performing onstage, Wright prefers
portray characters onstage. I don’t have anything to do with the people
directing. In 2009, she fulfilled her aspiration while still in her
I’m playing. I try to meet them where they are, and go from there.”
early 20’s. Then, a new mother and the Development Director
Barrier Island — Paul David, Kevin Miller, Shana Ledet Qualls, Etienna Wright
The Survivalists — Steven Landry and Etienna Wright
In the upcoming years, Wright’s dual community roles as leader of an education non-profit and co-director of her own repertory theatre are certain to synergize with unpredictable and exciting results for the greater community.
at the Acadiana Symphony and Conservatory of Music, Wright and her longtime friend
Presently, Wright and fellow company member, Gabe Ortego, are co-directing twelve 10-minute performances soon to open at Theatre 810 on July 14 -16, as part of ART’s 5th Annual ONSTAGE Project. ONSTAGE is a nationally recognized festival, featuring new works by acclaimed female playwrights.
and fellow actor, Steven R. Landry, formed their own theatre company, incorporating as Acadiana Repertory Theatre (ART). The non-profit, which was part of Acadiana’s cultural revitalization efforts, was dedicated to the production and performance of quality works. They organized a theatre troupe comprised of professional actors, directors, technicians and visual artists, with Landry as Managing Artistic Director, and Wright, Associate Director. The theatre company was a dream come true, and a boon for Lafayette’s emergent performing artists and theatre scene. Landry and Wright received a warm welcome from established troupes that embraced ART’s mission and concept. In 2013, at the end of its first full season, and after three shows that were either regional or world premieres, ART shifted its focus to the development and production of original works, arising from collaborations with new playwrights from Acadiana and across the country. ART’s expanded vision ambitiously seeks to reshape the landscape of American Theatre, while providing audiences exciting new theatrical experiences. Presently, Wright and fellow company member, Gabe Ortego, are co-directing twelve 10-minute performances soon to open at Theatre 810 on July 14 -16, as part of ART’s 5th Annual ONSTAGE Project. ONSTAGE is a nationally recognized festival, featuring new works by acclaimed female playwrights. The script contest is peer-reviewed, and live readings of the new works are performed on stages across the country. This year, the winning playwrights will receive two separate productions of their plays, with both plays premiering in Lafayette. ART’s next full-length play, Once Upon a Bride There Was a Forest, opens in September and features Wright in a role where she remains mute throughout most of the performance. She looks forward to the challenge of connecting emotionally with an audience strictly through facial expression, movement, and body language. Among Wright’s favorite roles was the Irish maid, Clara, in Hay Fever by Noel Coward. Although a minor character, Clara was hilarious to play: “The director had me come on in scenes where I wasn’t written in the script to improvise funny bits of physical comedy. I also loved playing Annie in Cody Daigle-Orians’ play, The Survivalists. I hope one day that I’m lucky enough to play Eleanor in The Lion in Winter. She was quite a woman.” In the upcoming years, Wright’s dual community roles as leader of an education non-profit and co-director of her own repertory theatre are certain to synergize with unpredictable and exciting results for the greater community. One already sees in the young trailblazer a legacy in the making. Wright’s remarkable ascent and anticipated trajectory signal a bright, secure future for education and the performing arts for Acadiana’s next generation.
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FAMILY MATTERS
BACK TO SCHOOL ROUTINES
for kids
The best childhood memories are made in the summertime! Bike rides, vacation, summer camp, more time spent relaxing with friends, swimming, staying up later and sleeping in are nearing an end!
A
s the summer comes to an end, so does our relaxed summer schedules. Getting back into the routine of another school year is often a difficult transition for both parents and children. As a mom of two teenagers, I still feel the need to curtail their schedules, activities and curfews to ease into the new school year. Here are a few ideas that were gathered from local parents around town that helped prepare their children for another year of school. Younger children do not understand the concept of time, so there are ways to make the end of summer bearable! Marking off a calendar a week before school starts, showing the number of days remaining until school starts again, will help prepare them for the changes that will be made soon. A discussion with children letting them know their new bedtime, when school starts may help with any resistance when this change is made.
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Having prepared lunches and items needed for the next day, ready the night before, helps make the day start out less stressful. Running around trying to find the book or PE uniform needed for that day starts the morning in chaos. Being prepared makes it easier on everyone and makes the morning routine run smoother, not to mention keeping everyone in a better mood! Earlier bedtimes will help prevent sleepy, grouchy kids. That will make learning and focusing much easier when you have had a good night’s sleep. Limit caffeine and late dinners. Have a set dinner time. Have uniforms, books and items needed for extra-circular activities for the next day of school gathered the night before will help if you are in a time crunch the following morning.
Have a schedule made for homework, TV and bath time. Make sure children have a healthy breakfast before heading out of the door for school. If you have a child changing schools for the upcoming year and they are anxious about starting a new school, remind them there will be other new students who feel the same way. This may make starting a new school less stressful for them if they realize they are not the only children feeling this way. Another way to acquaint new students is — before school starts — have a play date scheduled with another child or children you may know who already attend the new school.
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Parents may want to finish projects around the home that need to be done before school starts. With school schedules, homework and extracurricular activities, you will have less time to work on those tasks. Having a homework “station” for kids to do their homework is a great idea to keep them organized. Having a designated place that has extra supplies handy (i.e. pens, pencils, erasers) will make it easier for kids to complete their homework without searching for needed items. This will help save time! Getting back into a school routine after summer has ended is an adjustment for everyone, but children are resilient and fall into a routine pretty quickly. The more parents stick to a schedule the easier the transition will be!
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FAMILY MATTERS 1. Log In and Sign Up: Many teachers utilize online class sites and/or apps that open lines of communication between parents and teachers. If the teacher sends home or gives out information at the beginning of the school year with instructions on how to set it up and keep in touch, take a minute or so of your time to do so. Not only does this come in handy when you need to contact the teacher with a quick question, but you also have an eye on what’s going on in your child’s life while at school, especially their grades. Most school systems have a type of parent portal where you can log in and see a live gradebook with your child’s grades and current class average. It’s there for YOU and easy to use! Do this at the beginning of the year to stay on top of your child’s academic progress.
5 Simple BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS From Your Child’s Teacher
2. Sign Those Forms: Let’s face it. You
What They Want You to Know
SHARPEN THOSE PENCILS AND DUST OFF THOSE BACKPACKS! It’s back to school season and this can be a very exciting and important time in both your and your child’s life. It’s the start of a new year — which can be quite significant when setting the tone and precedence for expectations throughout the school year. Here are a few tips from a teacher to help you ensure that your child gets off on the right foot and has a smooth year.
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get bombarded with paperwork during the first week of school. Trust me, we know! We have to collect them and file them all! But it’s necessary for you to sign those. They usually include internet forms, video watching forms, contracts, etc. that must be signed before the class can move on. For example, if there’s a lesson that requires internet usage and your child’s internet form isn’t signed, then that poses a problem. It’s also a lot easier on the teacher to receive all of these signed forms at one time (wink wink). Just be sure to read them, sign them, and send them (preferably in a folder) back the next day.
3. Check for Papers to Sign Nightly: If it’s not already part of your routine, I highly recommend adding it. Kids forget. And even if you ask them, they may still forget. I know there’s a lot of work on autonomy in the middle and high school years, but if your child has a special folder or section in a binder for important papers to be signed, this can become part of their routine to take it out and double check — nightly. They’d hate to miss out on a field trip or extra points or privileges for not getting something signed by you. Help them out with guidance and reminders.
4. Homework Time: How many times have you asked your child if they have homework and the answer is always “No,” only to find out later that they haven’t been doing their homework or their grade has slipped? Carve out a time every night just for homework. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a time where things that were specifically assigned as “homework” has to be done. For example, set aside one hour designated for homework. Use a timer. If nothing in particular was assigned or they finish the assignment before time is up, then they are to make flashcards or reread and review the lesson they did in class today, making a study guide or a practice test. No cell phones allowed!
5. Let’s Have a Relationship: It’s a new year! Let’s set goals for your child and assess them regularly, together! We are on the same team and nothing motivates a child more than having us in their corner and holding them accountable. Whether it’s behavior, academics or personal goals, our job as teachers is to ensure that we push your child to reach their potential. Communicate with your child’s teacher, whether it be through email, parent nights, or simply following the class website or messages, assure your child that you are invested in their education. Check in on their grades via parent portals and send a message to the teacher if you feel the need. It’s about building relationships and together, we can make this the best year EVER!
Communicate with your child’s teacher, whether it be through email, parent nights, or simply following the class website or messages, assure your child that you are invested in their education.
About the author: Amanda Shackelford is a middle school English teacher. She is a product of Iberia Parish Public School System and now in her 10th year teaching in Lafayette Parish Public Schools.
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CAREER
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elen Keller once said, “When one door of happiness closes, another opens;
but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.” Ironically, Helen Keller was the first deaf-blind person to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree. She is a beacon of inspiration for all women! Putting life into that kind of perspective gives us the opportunity to step back and evaluate our own journeys. Are you in the middle of a separation or inevitable divorce? Do you need a job because your spouse recently lost his job? Are you re-entering the workforce armed only with a perceived “stay-at-home mother” job description? Perhaps there’s another life situation hitting you squarely in the jaw that screams, “Girl, you need a job NOW!” If so, read on!
#IntentionalPositivity We all have to navigate unchartered territories at some point in life. If we concentrate on pruning, we will remove the undesired elements, including drama, negative thinking and actions, self-judgment, guilt, and inevitable blame. When we focus on positivity, we yield a stronger harvest and a better life. 44 FACE | AUGUST 2016
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• Educational Profile Informer Access labor marketing information on education programs in a selected area. Our Louisiana government provides these and other services specifically designed to enhance your journey. And the exciting part is that you can relax and rebuild yourself emotionally, physically, spiritually, and professionally while heading down a potentially new lane of traffic on your probable road less travelled. As these services are FREE, they may not yield you the
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find comprehensive tools for your journey,
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MIND | BODY | SOUL
Marriage Problems in Acadiana Divorce can be a solution, but let’s pause and think if there are other options. I want to identify three scenarios and possible solutions to see if this broadens your understanding in the management of relationship problems. By Don Short
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hen I do marriage counseling, I like to have an initial session with the couple and then have two sessions with each spouse individually. In doing this, I can begin the process of separating out what the individual issues are that are driving the problems related to the couple. We have to remember that we are an accumulation of everything that has happened to us from birth to present. During these individual sessions we can determine how our personal and past experiences are making things more complicated and difficult in the present relationship.
3 DIFFERENT SCENARIOS
Stuck
SCENARIO 1 “I feel stuck in a bad relationship.” I ask the questions; What do you think is ‘bad’ about your relationship? When did it become “bad”? When was it “good”? What did that look like? Then I ask each spouse how would they define “good” and “bad”? One of the ways relationships go bad over time is through the use of toxic words, language and behavior. We have to remember that our negative thoughts affect our words, our words affect our language, our language affects our emotions and our emotions affect our behavior. Toxic words can include the frequent use of words such as; always, never, constantly, all the time, etc. We must remember that these words are generally used to describe undesirable behavior from the past. It is these words that can wipe out any good in the relationship because they negate any forgiveness in the past. These words keep the “bad” in the relationship alive and well while at the same time growing in intensity and frequency. This type of relationship problem is fixable. 46 FACE | AUGUST 2016
SCENARIO 2 “Our relationship is on an
emotional roller coaster.” We all function at our best as long as we are able to stay within our window of tolerance. When we are stressed out, our window of tolerance narrows and our lack of capacity to deal with conflict will propel us outside of our window of tolerance. When we feel overwhelmed, that is when we lose our focus and the ability to manage the conflicts in our relationship. What also happens is that as our anger increases, our IQ decreases. Therapists can show you how to deal with conflicts without getting on anyone’s roller coaster.
Stressed
SCENARIO 3 “I don’t love you anymore.” We must remember that love is a choice and when we base our love on a feeling, we will be disappointed. Our feelings related to our spouse will fluctuate over time and we all get lazy in nurturing the love within us and the love within the relationship. Both individuals in the relationship must actively demonstrate a high level of intimacy in the relationship to sustain a strong and healthy relationship. Some may think that the “grass looks greener” with someone else, but the grass will be “greener” where it is cared for. At times we will need to evaluate our priorities and make sure that we’re taking care of our spouse. Bad things can destroy and interfere with our relationships but so can good things. A change of priorities can turn a relationship around.
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Relationships can be very difficult at times. You don’t have to stay stuck! You can get off of the roller coaster you have been riding. You can rekindle the love that you lost. There are answers to relationship problems. The sooner you seek help for these relationship issues, the sooner you move from barely surviving to thriving in your relationship.
About the author: Mr. Short is the owner of After Hours Counseling located in Lafayette, LA. His practice focuses on clients with marriage, relationship and family issues. He is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Contact After Hours Counseling 337-781-4565 or www.afterhourscounseling.com.
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MIND | BODY | SOUL
Dr. Bennett Boustany Fontenot and Dr. Joseph P. Lupo usually see an increase in patients at their practice, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of Acadiana, just as school gets into gear.
BACK TO SCHOOL SHOULD MEAN BACK TO YOU
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others and fathers spend all of their time putting their families before themselves, even when it comes to healthcare and especially when it comes to feeling better about themselves. But with the kids getting ready to head off to school, now might be the time to put Mom and Dad first for a bit. Dr. Bennett Boustany Fontenot and Dr. Joseph P. Lupo usually see an increase in patients at their practice, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of Acadiana, just as school gets into gear. Bodies shift after having children and some of that may not ever go back to how it was before, without help.
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shift after having children and some of that may not ever go back to how it was before, without help. You don’t have to be unhappy.”
“Their time opens up, and now they can start taking their own needs into account. We want to help them feel on top of the world,” says Dr. Fontenot, “feeling better can go a long way in the life of a busy mother.”
The uptick in patients that Dr. Fontenot and Dr. Lupo see at the start of the school year does more than just highlight the start of “me time” for moms and dads, it also means taking into account recovery time and caring for young children. Many mothers struggle with the thought of a surgery and are worried about the risk of certain procedures. That’s why plastic surgery should be put in the hands of board-certified plastic surgeons. Both doctors have been trained by plastic surgeons known throughout the world and double trained in General Surgery and Plastics. They have created a stable base of skill, state of the art technology, and passion for their patients and practice.
“Just because it’s cosmetic, doesn’t mean it’s unimportant,” explains Dr. Lupo, “bodies
Grant August says when his physician steered him towards plastic surgery he only had one
name in mind, “I was recommended to the best of the best, that’s Dr. Lupo,” says Grant, “he explained everything to me, we had a conversation, I was beyond comfortable.”
“Dr. Fontenot gave me the treatment he would have given his wife or his sister or his mom. He treated me the same way,” says Vicky Meche, “He was like family.”
“In many cases, we can actually show the outcome of the surgery beforehand, we bring the patients into the treatment plan,” explains Dr. Fontenot, “Vectra Imaging can help shape the process and ease fears.”
Turning the focus inward can give hard-working parents a chance to step back and look at what would make them happy; what would make them healthy and more active for their children.
The Vectra Imaging
“This 100% changed my life,” says Grant August, “It changed my way of eating, it changed my way of living. I’m healthier now. Really it changed my whole lifestyle.”
a picture of what the
The summer is winding down but that’s when mom and dad can schedule a little “me time.” Never let your shape define you or your family — let the talented surgeons of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of Acadiana define your shape.
first time clients
The Vectra Imaging System can show patients and doctors a picture of what the outcome of surgery will look like. Many first time clients find the experience reassuring. They get a sense of what’s at stake for their future before committing to a procedure. Both surgeons take time to talk with their patients about what comes before, during and after surgery. Technology and technique are only part of the equation — Dr. Fontenot and Dr. Lupo know people come first.
System can show patients and doctors
outcome of surgery will look like. Many
find the experience reassuring.
NEVER LET YOUR SHAPE DEFINE YOU. INSTEAD, LET US HELP DEFINE YOUR SHAPE.
Bennett B. Fontenot, M.D. Joseph P. Lupo, M.D.
To make an appointment with Dr. Lupo or Dr. Fontenot, call 337.504.3640 Or visit us at: PlasticSurgeryLafayette.com Please join us at our Open House on Thursday, August 25th from 4-7pm. There will be terrific door prizes and 30% off select injectables and skin care products.
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BEAUTY | STYLE
CLEANING MAKEUP BRUSHES 3 REASONS TO DO IT OLD MAKEUP
LET’S BE HONEST. Most of us probably say we clean our makeup brushes more than we actually do. Some of us may not even clean our makeup brushes at all! However, cleaning your makeup brushes regularly is an essential thing to do
Each day, you add more product to those brushes. All of that old makeup builds up day after day and then you continue to rub those brushes onto your face, which is a huge no-no.
DEAD SKIN CELLS As gross as it sounds, dead skin cells fall off your face each time you rub a brush onto your face. It is important to rid those skin cells off your brushes.
BACTERIA AND OIL Bacteria and Oil are huge factors in acne. Bacteria and oil can clog your pores causing you to get unwanted breakouts. Leaving your brushes sitting can cause bacteria to build up — oil is caused by constantly rubbing it on your face.
for you makeup lovers who
HOW TO DO IT
wear makeup daily and
YOU WILL NEED: Water Dish Soap Olive Oil (optional)
especially those with acne prone skin. I recommend weekly washing.
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CLEANING PROCESS Fill a bowl with room temperature water. Add a few drops of dish soap to the water. You can also add Olive Oil into the solution to condition your brushes, as some believe the soap dries out the bristles, but that is completely optional.
Mix the solution until soap has spread completely. Dip your makeup brush into the bowl and gently rub the bristles onto the palm of your hand. You’ll see the product that was on your brush easily rubs off onto your hand! Gently rinse the brush with clean water. Repeat the process until you feel your brush is as clean as you can get it. To dry, lay out a washcloth and let your brushes on it completely. It is important not to rub your brushes on the wash cloth, as that can ruin the bristles.
BABY SOAP ALTERNATIVE I prefer to use dish soap because it disinfects brushes better than baby soap, but baby soap is a great alternative for cleaning your makeup brushes. It’s very gentle and won’t ruin your brushes. I get acne if I leave makeup on for a while or if my face becomes really oily — so I use dish soap to protect myself from unwanted acne — but if you need a gentler cleanser, baby soap does get the job done.
About the author: Madelyn Meaux lives in Lafayette and has a passion for makeup. This is an edited excerpt from her beauty blog, which can be found at www.meauxbeauty.blogspot.com.
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana Acadiana’s business women are amazingly fearless in their endeavors, proving the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well! Let’s honor their unique gifts to the community and society by recognizing their talents and contributions to Acadiana. These business women are truly multifaceted. From their creativity and resourcefulness to their amazing career accomplishments, Acadiana’s business women are special. Honing in on their individual talents, each woman provides valuable services to the community while providing for themselves and their families. Featured here are just a few of the many locally women-owned and/or womenoperated businesses. We hope you will help maintain the Acadiana entrepreneurial spirit by supporting these businesses today. 52 FACE | AUGUST 2016
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
DEANNA HEAD From an abusive childhood to an abusive first husband, Deanna Head was one of the last people you’d expect to succeed. A natural problem solver, hard worker, and survivor, Deanna began taking steps to turn her life around by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. Deanna reached even further and founded Unitech Training Academy in 1997. Unitech was born from her passion for teaching and her desire to be a catalyst for empowerment and growth. Believing that knowledge cannot be taken away from you, she overcame the worst and accomplished her dreams one day at a time; a successful self-made person. Today, Deanna is dedicated to giving back to her community and family. She’s been on the Board of Directors for Faith House, hosted the Vampire Ball to raise money for the former Children’s Shelter of Acadiana, and two years ago started the “Jingle Jangle Sneauxfest”, a free annual event for the community with all proceeds given to the Animal Rescue Foundation of Louisiana. 3253 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy | Lafayette | 337-451-3008 | unitechtrainingacademy.com
DEBORAH JINDIA A long time native of the Acadiana area, Deborah Jindia acquired LAspecs in 2014 and has placed her mark on the boutique by offering handcrafted luxury European lines. Standing behind that high level of eyewear is an experienced staff with a combined 25 plus years in the optical business. Customers are provided not only with a wide selection of name brands such as Gold and Wood, Chanel, and Face-A-Face of Paris, but confident and competent opticians who are able to deliver personalized attention to detail and technology that is an integral part in a person’s selection and fitting of signature eyewear. LA Specs services not only our local community, but surrounding areas as their clientele travel as far as Lake Charles, Alexandria, Baton Rouge, and Texas. They take pride in their reputation of delivering one-on-one service reflected by customer satisfaction and repeated patronage. The goals for the future will include bringing the latest and best ophthalmic choices to us in an ever changing world of optics and fashion. 1910 Kaliste Saloom Rd | Ste 300 | Lafayette | 337-993-8170 | laspecs.com | Insta. @laspecs_riverranch
LAUREN BROUSSARD After opening and operating Salon Elle Rae in Maurice for the past eight years, Lauren Broussard opened Elle Rae Boutique in the Southern Plaza shopping center in November 2015. The boutique provides a clean, organized shopping experience and brings patrons the most up to date fashion at a reasonable price. It’s no wonder Elle Rae Boutique was named in the top 3 of The Times of Acadiana’s Best of Women’s Clothing. Lauren emphasizes that building a friendship with customers is the key to optimal customer service. Being able to provide tailored fashion advice and helping someone find the perfect outfit for their special occasion brings her much joy. “The most rewarding feeling is to overhear an employee and customer speak to one another like old friends.” Lauren’s vision for the boutique is to stay consistent and continue to grow, servicing Acadiana for years to come. When picturing the future, she sees her daughter, Nora, helping her run it one day. “At the end of the day, I’m just so thankful for everyone who’s helped me, believed in me and keeps encouraging me to follow my dreams.” 6772 Johnston St | Ste 1200 | Lafayette | 337-281-8506 | Instagram: @elleraeclothingboutique
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
DR. MAY THOMASSEE From early in her schooling and career, Dr. May Thomassee was drawn to helping women medically. She attended LSU in Baton Rouge, medical school in Shreveport, and post-medical school training in obstetrics and gynecology at Vanderbilt University. Wanting to focus her skill set further, Dr. Thomassee specialized in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, specifically laparoscopy and hysteroscopy surgical techniques that are the least intrusive and allow the fastest recovery for women. Dr. Thomassee returned to Louisiana in 2015 to partner with Dr. John Storment and Fertility Answers, a Lafayette and Baton Rouge based clinic focusing on infertility and gynecologic surgery. “It has been a great partnership since we treat common conditions and provide similar surgical therapies,” says Thomassee who sees both patients facing fertility issues as well as women extending beyond that demographic. “For my practice, this often includes abnormal bleeding near menopause, uterine fibroids and pelvic pain. Some of the other conditions that I often see are endometriosis, endometrial polyps, ovarian cysts, and vulvar pain.” In addition to her private practice, Dr. Thomassee also teaches the LSU Ob/Gyn residents on a part time basis at University Hospitals and Clinics. 206 East Farrel Rd | Lafayette | 337-989-8795 | www.fertilityanswers.com
NICOLE DAVIS DESORMEAUX Nicole Davis DesOrmeaux is the principal of DesOrmeaux Group. DesOrmeaux Group is a full service fundraising firm that works with political campaigns and a variety of establishments including private schools, nonprofit organizations and corporate clients. “The goal is to help clients realize success by fashioning strategic alliances between potential donors and special causes or candidates running for office. My professional reward is the satisfaction of achieving defined objectives on behalf of clients.” Each client is unique and deserves a personalized approach to build awareness, increase engagement and create excitement in support of its mission or campaign. DesOrmeaux Group develops and implements a cohesive strategy that includes donor recruitment and planning fundraising events. Nicole is a graduate of Leadership Lafayette and was a recipient of the Top 20 under 40 Acadiana Leadership Awards. Last year, she participated in Dancing with the Stars benefiting Erath High School and this year she participated in ReProm benefiting Lafayette Education Foundation. “These experiences helped empower me to branch out, find issues that I’m passionate about, and put my energy into making a positive impact in the community.” Contact DesOrmeaux Group to implement a successful fundraising campaign or special event! 337-224-9465 | www.desormeauxgroup.com | nicole@desormeauxgroup.com
DR. BARBARA BRIERRE In 2004, Dr. Barbara Brierre started a business which has since become known as Seablue Vitamins, LLC. She developed a dermal magnesium cream, named Calm, to help her ill father. “Some symptoms of dementia are identical to insufficient magnesium. Many people don’t get enough and it’s essential for the nervous system and brain, muscles and relaxation.” Following Calm’s success, she added four more dermal vitamin and mineral cream combinations called Balance (women), Strength, Power and Vigor (men). She also created Osmoflex, a highly effective cream for joint and muscle pain. Osmoflex contains glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM and magnesium all very effective for arthritis and muscle strain. The reason it works so well is because it goes through the skin down to the tissues, tendons and joints to relieve pain. Dermal vitamins in a cream form are more effective than pills. Both Calm and Balance improve sleep and stabilize blood sugar to reduce cravings. Power — B-12, vitamin C and folic acid — and Vigor, her men’s formula, both focus on energy levels, a big issue for many adults past 40. And Strength provides calcium, very important for women as they age. Lafayette | 337-984-3453 | Toll Free 866-984-3054 | www.SeaBlueVitamins.com 54 FACE | AUGUST 2016
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
TRACEY F. LASSERE Tracey is a Senior Mortgage Lender in Assurance Financial’s Lafayette office. A Crowley native, she moved to Lafayette to attend UL Lafayette, where she received her degree in Liberal Arts. Since joining the Assurance Financial team in June of 2007, Tracey has served in many different roles including: Loan Officer, Compliance Manager, Loan Officer Trainer, and Recruiter. Her favorite role, though, is her current one. “I love helping the residents of our community fulfill their dreams of homeownership— striving to make the process easy to understand, fast and efficient. I strongly believe in great customer service.” When not helping her clients through the mortgage process, Tracey stays active in her community. She’s a member of the Junior League of Lafayette, Krewe of Xanadu, Krewe of Bonaparte, Tri Sigma Alumnae, UL Alumnae Association and RCAF. Her business networks include Realtor Association of Acadiana, AHBA, Professional Women in Building, Louisiana Mortgage Lenders Association, Acadiana Mortgage Lenders Association and BNI/Business Networking International. She is a mother of two and enjoys traveling and playing with her two labs. Tracey is licensed through the National Mortgage Licensing System and Registry in the states of LA, TX and MS. 1215 Camellia Blvd | Lafayette | 337-456-8741 | NMLS #82105 | tlassere@lendtheway.com
CLAUDIA CAMPBELL For the past 14 years, Claudia Campbell owner of La Femme Lingerie, has helped the women of Acadiana feel beautiful and confident. The boutique offers a comfortable, private setting for women to shop for all of their intimate apparel. Customers are welcomed with friendly professionalism by employees committed to making the shopping experience a positive one. This number one lingerie store in Acadiana is known for their bra fitting specialists, bra sizes range from 30D-44H. Maternity, bridal lingerie and sleepwear is available as are special orders. In the beginning, Claudia’s motivation was focused on filling a void in the marketplace for lingerie and sleepwear. Her innovative nature has taken her on a new path, growing La Femme by adding post mastectomy care. “Working with mastectomy patients has deepened my understanding of breast cancer in our area. Their spirit and love of life has given me a new outlook on my own life and priorities.” 1921 Kaliste Saloom Rd | Ste 106 | Lafayette | 337-289-9100
DR. DANIELLE DECOU MUSE Dr. Danielle Decou Muse, a native of Youngsville is proud to serve the dental needs of all residents of the Lafayette and Acadiana area. After graduating from ULL and the LSUHSC Dental School in New Orleans she returned home in 2012 and now owns her own practice, along with Dr. Samuel R. Moss, a well-known local dentist. Her highly experienced and dedicated staff and her loyal patients and their personal referrals are the key ingredients to the success of the practice. Dr. Muse is licensed to provide sedation dentistry, and has a strong desire to put at ease those fears that often keep individuals from seeking the dental care they need. Aside from general dentistry, Dr. Muse has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, implants, dentures and partials. She has a passion for learning new techniques and procedures, and is enthusiastic about always furthering her education to provide the best care possible. Dr. Muse’s greatest reward is when her patient leaves with a great smile and a renewed confidence. Danielle feels privileged to be able to practice in the area where she grew up and lives with people and a culture like no other. She invites you to call for what will be a professional, caring and most pleasant dental experience. 217 E Kaliste Saloom Rd | Ste 100 | Lafayette | 337-232-9937 | www.thelafayettedentist.com
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The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
STACEY ARCENEAUX After joining Van Eaton & Romero, A Latter & Blum Co., Stacey Arceneaux collected accolades due to her outstanding work as a realtor, including: Top 10 in Van & Romero 2012-2015, Top of the Latter 2013 & 2015, Top 30 in all Latter & Blum Companies and a finalist in the Times of Acadiana 2012-2015. Stacey attributes her success to putting her faith in God. She has a team of four other agents who work together to provide the best real estate experience possible, while Stacey also finds joy in helping other realtors build their business. “I am grateful for the people who have helped me build my business and don’t take it for granted. I remember that I work for them. There are many great Realtors in Acadiana and I am honored when a client chooses me or my team.” When working with Stacey, expect a casual and comfortable atmosphere. “I love the relational aspect & helping people turn their real estate dreams into reality. When I meet clients I want them to feel like they’ve known me forever & that they can trust me.” 2000 Kaliste Saloom Rd | Lafayette | 337-233-9700 | www.staceyarceneaux.com
RACHELLE LAVERGNE Rachelle is a Loan Officer for Assurance Financial. She earned her Finance degree from LSU/Baton Rouge and it was there that she began her career and fell in love with the mortgage industry! In her 23 years experience, Rachelle worked many facets from Processor, Underwriter, AE and currently Loan Officer (her favorite). It is here, she feels, she best serves her customers and industry. “I take pride in my career and work ethically and diligently to assure that each transaction is made as simple and clear as possible. I love helping people and thrive on the joy felt from making someone’s dream of homeownership come true. It’s why I do what I do!” Rachelle loves reading, outdoors, spending time with family/friends and simply giving back. She is an active member of St. Edmond Catholic Church, Kiwanis of Acadiana (past Treasurer and Kiwanian of the Year), RAA (Honor Society and past Affiliate of the Year), AMLA (past Board Member), LMLA, AHBA/PWB, NAHB and OneAcadiana. “I thank God each and every day for the wonderful gifts he has given me and I believe the best way to thank him is to pay it forward!” 1215 Camellia Blvd | Lafayette | 337-456-8752 | rlavergne@lendtheway.com | www.LendTheWay.com | NMLS#108303
MARIE DUCOTE Marie Ducote is the owner and operator of Cajun Food Tours—Lafayette’s premier culinary tour experience. She considers herself truly blessed to be able to share her passion for Acadiana’s food, history, people & culture on a daily basis. “There’s nothing like seeing your home through the eyes of people from all over the world to show you how special it really is.” Marie spent 14 years as a Louisiana and American history teacher and 9 years in administration before turning this new leaf. After years as an assistant principal, she felt she was losing her passion and began praying for a new direction. Never dreaming of a career in tourism, (let alone owning her own business!) the idea for a Cajun food tour hit her “out of the blue like a 2 by 4 upside the head,” and wouldn’t let her go until she had made it a reality. Today she loves her new life, not only conducting most of the tours herself, but running and growing her business with the daily challenge of enticing people on the other side of the globe to come and enjoy the place we all call home. Lafayette | 337-230-6169 | www.cajunfoodtours.com | marie@cajunfoodtours.com 56 FACE | AUGUST 2016
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
REED BUTAUD PRINCE Reed Butaud Prince has always had a desire and passion to help others. She found a career 10+ years ago in the home health industry and now serves as Director of Marketing with Nursing Specialties Home Health and Hospice. This opportunity has allowed her to help others grow individually in their God-given talents which as a result, patients and families are helped. She enjoys working with her coworkers both clinical and non-clinical as together they constantly strive towards the same goal which is to market and provide the best patient care. “Our team of professionals is passionate about the work we do. We believe that our high levels of character, communication, innovation and professional service, enable us to provide the absolute best in Home Care and put us among the best places to work with outstanding patient care.” Reed states, “Nursing Specialties will continue to be a leader in the home health care industry serving our patients with integrity, excellence, and compassionate individualized care.” 1025 Camellia Blvd | Lafayette | 337-266-9996 | reed@nursingspecialties.com
MELISSA GAUBERT Real estate transactions involve one of the biggest financial investments most people experience in their lifetime. With Melissa’s seven years of experience as a realtor and former paralegal background, hiring Melissa gives the buyer or seller a better understanding of the entire process with inside knowledge on the current market, pricing, advertising, and the ability to negotiate the best deal for them. “There is no greater joy than helping families (and singles) achieve homeownership, especially those who never thought it was possible.” Melissa describes her work ethic as heartfelt and experienced. She offers her clients honest and up to date information. She understands the emotion behind buying and selling and has the knowledge and experience to guide them throughout the process with the compassion to relate to their situations. Melissa feels blessed to keep her clients as friends even after the closing date. Melissa wants you to know: It’s FREE to ask her questions. If youʼre a first time homebuyer or trying to sell your home for sale by owner, feel free to call her. She’d rather you ask and get it right then have regrets later. 1223 Camellia Blvd | Lafayette | 337-257-8129 | www.MelissaGaubert.com
AMY MITCHELL HEBERT Amy moved to Lafayette from Monroe, La in 2005. She accepted a position at Andrus & Andrus in 2005 and currently has over eleven (11) years of experience in the legal side of the real estate/title industry. Amy’s success and impeccable reputation in the industry is due to her work ethic, organization skills, multitasking skills, communication skills and her outgoing personality. Amy goes above and beyond to assist clients in the real estate industry. Amy has attended and completed numerous continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest technology and regulatory issues within the industry. Amy was born in Houma, Louisiana. Her passion for real estate comes from looking up to her father, Henry Burns, Sr. who has been a builder for over 50 years and her brother Henry Burns, Jr. is also a builder, owning Burns Construction of Acadiana, LLC. She is married to Ben Hebert and has three children: Madelyn (13) Christian (12), and Addison (5). 1227 Camellia Blvd. | Lafayette | 337-988-2100 | amitchell@lawandrus.com
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SHOW YOUR FACE U8 Youngsville Allstars team “Blue Monkeys” 2016 Softball – World Series Regionals tournament World Series Opening Ceremonies/Parade
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SHOW YOUR FACE U8 Youngsville Allstars team “Blue Monkeys” 2016 Softball – World Series Regionals tournament World Series Opening Ceremonies/Parade
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SHOW YOUR FACE Healing House | Hope for Grieving Children Lafayette’s Absolut® Best Martini Tini Tuesday | Bonefish Grill Lafayette
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SHOW YOUR FACE Healing House | Hope for Grieving Children Lafayette’s Absolut® Best Martini Tini Tuesday | Bonefish Grill Lafayette
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SHOW YOUR FACE Krewe of Xanadu Selection Luncheon River Oaks Catering & Event Center
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Thin Blue Line
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ust in case you don’t know what this means; Thin Blue Line represents the thin line Police Officers walk daily between life
and death. The thin blue line represents the police officer’s role of separating the good from the bad while creating order from chaos. The thin blue line on black is a memorial or a connection or memory between Officers killed in the line of duty and those who continue with their duties in the present. For those who wear and have worn the uniform — we salute you!
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