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CHRISTL PITRE MAHFOUZ How did a single mother, born and raised in Abbeville, catapult a small venture into an industry powerhouse?
TINSEL & TREASURES SEPTEMBER 27 - 30 2017 HEALING HOUSE MARTINI WINNERS
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SPECIAL FEATURE 20 WOMEN IN BUSINESS Acadiana Women who provide valuable products and services to the community.
CONTENTS 08 ACADIANA LIFE Healing House Martini Winners LCG in Bloomberg Mayors Challenge LEF Teacher Nominations Lafayette Animal Shelter Now “No Kill” 24 LIFE AND LEISURE Get The Lead Out & Get The Job Cooking for a Cause — 10,000 Cupcakes 30 BEAUTY | STYLE Is Lack of Sleep Making You FAT? 42 FAMILY MATTERS Facts & Myths — Germs In School 46 MIND | BODY | SOUL Get Your Family Moving Reaching Weight Goals 54 HOME House Therapy — A Word On Color Tips For Mosquito Control 60 SHOW YOUR FACE
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LEGENDS OF THE FALL
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GROWING UP IN THE HUB CITY LAFAYETTE HAS BOASTED MANY A TALENTED FOOTBALL FAMILY
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IGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL. Just
the thought of it takes me back to Friday nights, to carpools of students driving to local stadiums. Just the thought of it takes me back to inter-city rivalries, to memories of nimble athletes. Just the thought of it takes me back to pom poms, to letter jackets, to victory dances regardless of the score. Just the thought of it takes me back to loads of athletes on school buses, to gravel parking lots, to local announcers calling games from concrete press boxes. With the late summer humidity still hanging in the air, school began, and football season was not far behind. I grew up in a household where football season figured prominently. My family loved football. We still do. I still read the sports page and I follow local athletes. My father was a high school football official and later the assignment secretary for all officials, but even if he hadn’t chosen this as a hobby, my family would have been plugged into the football scene. Dad taught us all about the game, and we were hooked. Lafayette has boasted many a talented football family: the Cavaliers at Acadiana, the Cortez and Figaro families at Lafayette High, the Mahtooks at Cathedral, the Brupbachers at Lafayette High. Ross Brupbacher, one of many players who left Lafayette onto greater glory, started for the Chicago Bears. His younger brother Scott had
We cherish the memories of touchdowns and interceptions and last minute field goals. a promising career until a major knee injury compromised his senior year. Though Ross played before I was in high school, his name was always mentioned as one of Lafayette’s greatest, along with Maurice LeBlanc (Kansas City Chiefs), and Coach Rayford LeBlanc. Johnny Hector, a star from NISH during my high school years, held the same legendary status, as did Dwight Prudhomme, Billy Ryckman, Jerry Fontenot, and Mac Barousse. I recently read an article declaring high school football an important factor in bringing communities together. My high school experience validates that argument. Every Monday, as part of the morning announcements, I can hear in my memory Mr. Amos Trahan, our principal, lauding the efforts of “our football boys.” Later Mr. Cavalier announced our team’s success, ironically, often earned at the hands of his sons. For me, the premise of that article is true — when I was in high school, football made us breathe as one. Football gave us a shared goal, a single purpose. Football pulled us in.
local gathering. He was thrilled to hear me speak knowledgeably of our run to the state semifinals my junior year. That magical season was the fall of 1977, but he told me then it set the standard for later teams. After my years at Acadiana, I remember local excitement regarding Kevin Faulk of Carencro, Keiland Williams of Northside, Jake Delhomme of Teurlings, and Brandon Stokley of Comeaux. They made headlines in high school, only the first of many years their names would be in print. I need to mention Binx Miciotto, Adam Bob, Jamie Howard, and Drew Alleman, all who had college careers but shaped their talents right here. When they played in our city, these names dominated the high school football conversation. Forgive me if I haven’t mentioned your favorite star. I’m writing about the players I remember and the ones I’ve often heard about. I welcome comments about outstanding players you recall. So here’s the thrill — We cheer for our teams. We cherish the memories of touchdowns and interceptions and last minute field goals. High School Football. Who loves it? I do.
Our coach, Bill Dotson, was also an esteemed Elizabeth O’Roark Hesterly was born and figure. I was pleased to see that years later raised in Lafayette. She is a graduate of Acadiana named their stadium after him. I Acadiana High School and LSU, is too remember the reverence my football player serious for her own good, admires loyalty friends exhibited around Coach Dotson, and years later, as an adult, I approached him at a and faithfulness, and strives for both. faceacadiana.com | FACE 9
ACADIANA LIFE
The Ultimate MIXER WINNERS
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Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini Competition and Gala 2017
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he Healing House: Hope for Grieving Children recently hosted their extremely popular ABSOLUT® Best
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Martini Competition and Gala. The annual fundraising event pits local restaurants against each other as they battle it out for the coveted title of “Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini”. This year’s participating restaurants included Tsunami, Bon Temps Grill, Bonefish Grill, Chuy’s, Ruffino’s, Fezzo’s, Walk On’s, and Zea. Over an eight-week period, the “Tini” Tuesday Tour visited each of the eight participating restaurants where patrons and Healing House supporters could savor this year’s signature
ZEA
martinis and cast their votes for the People’s Choice Award by way of tips and contributions. At the end of the eight week tour, Healing House supporters and competing restaurants gathered at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette for the grand finale. Partygoers sampled martinis from all eight restaurants and cast their final votes for the Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini 2017, as they danced the night away and participated in live and silent auctions. 10 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
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THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS were determined by totaling the tipped votes received during the tour along with money collected by voting at the gala. All eight teams did incredibly well with their unique Martini creations and the amount of money raised; and at the end of the night, the People’s Choice Awards went to:
FEZZO’S
3rd place – Zea Rotisserie & Bar 2nd place – Ruffino’s on the River WINNER – Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar (Lafayette)
THE JUDGES’ CHOICE AWARDS were selected by a panel of
TSUNAMI
local community leaders in a blind taste testing session; and the winners of the Judges Choice Awards for Lafayette’s ABSOLUT Martini 2017 are: 3rd place – Ruffino’s on the River 2nd place – Chuy’s 1st place – Fezzo’s Seafood, Steakhouse, & Oyster Bar (Broussard)
BONEFISH
All proceeds from the event benefited The Healing House, a local non-profit organization that provides grief support for children dealing with the loss of a loved one. If you are interested in learning about the services offered by the Healing House or how you can volunteer or support this wonderful organization, visit Healing-House.org or call 337.234.0443.
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5 ways to keep in touch with grandparents near and far
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(BPT) There are laundry lists of reasons why grandparents are the best. They say yes when parents say no, they tell the best stories but make even better listeners, and often they’re the first people we call with news, both good and bad.
That’s why each September, we celebrate National Grandparents Day — a day of recognition for all the amazing “nanas” and “pop-pops” out there. But connecting with Grandma and Grandpa shouldn’t be just one day a year. Whether near or far, grandparents can keep connected to their family’s lives any day of the year with the following tips. 12 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
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MAKE A DAILY PHOTO ALBUM When family members live far away it can be difficult to stay up-to-date on what’s new in their lives. It’s easy to forget to call one another and share life’s ups and downs. To help bridge this gap, make digital scrapbooks and schedule a call once a month to exchange your albums with each other. Voila — an entire month’s worth of memories to catch up on in one place! SCHEDULE A WEEKLY DINNER Sure, it’s easy to sit down to enjoy a meal together as a family if you all live nearby, but for some families, that’s not possible. Luckily, technology makes it easy to share life’s experiences without being in the same place. Take turns choosing a recipe and pick a date for everyone to make it (Mom and Dad can assist the little helpers). At the end of the meal write a review of the food — what steps were easy or hard, which part was your favorite — and send to one another to see if your experiences were similar. If Grandma and Grandpa are tech savvy, try video chatting while you create and enjoy your recipes to make it feel like you’re dining together!
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Play games together online Don’t let distance put a damper on game night — grandkids and grandparents can play virtually! Downloading and playing is simple with today’s smartphones and affordable phone plans. Call at bedtime Bedtime can be hectic for moms and dads with little ones. Grandparents to the rescue! Make a call part of bedtime’s nightly ritual. Telling stories with Grandma will keep one kid busy, allowing Mom and Dad to tend to the others. It’s a sweet ending to the day for all! Send postcards as you travel There’s still something uniquely special about receiving a handwritten note from someone you love. Grandparents and grandchildren can share that experience by making a “pinky promise” to send one another postcards from their travels. Grandparents and grandchildren will look forward to checking the mailbox daily for it to arrive, and a phone call to discuss all of the trip’s adventures will soon follow.
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LEF WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Dan Alexander, President William Rucks, President-Elect Chris Hebert, Vice President-Committee Coordination Andre Higginbotham, Vice President-Finance Blaise Zuschlag, Vice President-Fund Development Lauren Gardner, Vice President-Programs Cade Evans, Past President. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lafayette Education Foundation (LEF) kicked off the new school year with their annual Board of Directors Social. The social was graciously hosted by Clay and Sonja Henry. The group gathered to welcome new board members and to thank the outgoing board members who have served the organization. The LEF Board of Directors and staff are excited to pursue its mission of excellence in education in the 2017-2018 School year. To learn more about LEF, visit www.lefoundation.org.
Dwight Andrus IV Charles Beazley Monique Burdin Dr. Gerald Carlson Adam Credeur Elsa Dimitriadis Elizabeth Domingue Peggy Giglio
Craig Glassinger Clay Henry Mike Hefner Elizabeth Hesterly Dr. Taniecea Mallery Dr. Alice Pecoraro Alton Trahan Erica Williams
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“Acadiana Center for the Arts is very excited about the continued partnership with LUS Fiber. LUS Fiber is a unique product, based on bold innovation, owned and supported by our community,” said Gerd Wuestemann; Executive Director of Acadiana Center for the Arts. “Louisiana Crossroads is an innovative brand, deeply rooted in our genuine musical heritage perhaps our greatest natural resource. Both Louisiana Crossroads and LUS Fiber connect the ingenuity and culture of Lafayette to the rest of the world.”
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LCG COMPETING IN BLOOMBERG’S MAYORS CHALLENGE When Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg Philanthropies and three-term Mayor of New York City, kicked off the 2017 Mayors Challenge this year, more than 200 mayors from across the United States responded with a resounding, “I’m in!” within the first 48 hours. Lafayette Consolidated Government has officially thrown its hat into the ring.
Local representatives from UL, LCG’s Planning, Zoning & Development and Public Works Departments and the Mayor-President’s office completed a one-day workshop in preparation for Bloomberg Philanthropies’ 2017 Mayors Challenge.
Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) has officially thrown its hat into the ring as a participant in the 2017 Mayors Challenge. In its fourth iteration, the Mayors Challenge is sponsored and organized by Bloomberg Philanthropies and calls upon competing cities to identify an urgent challenge in their community and then develop an innovative plan to tackle the issue. The grand prize winner will be awarded $5 million and four cities will each win $1 million to bring their ideas to life. With many local residents still recovering from historic flooding in August of 2016, LCG signed on early to the Mayors Challenge in hopes of addressing drainage issues. On August 15, LCG representatives, along with local subject matter experts and stakeholders, completed a one-day workshop, called an Idea Accelerator, facilitated by a Bloomberg Philanthropies representative. The workshop is designed to help participating Mayors Challenge cities strengthen their initial applications, which are due in October. “The workshop guided us through a series of activities to help drill down to a very specific, action-oriented and innovative idea to address a really big issue,” said Lafayette Mayor-President Joel Robideaux. “The City of Carencro was fortunate to not have been severely affected by the 2016 flood; however we are still recovering from the 2012 floods which damaged almost 500 homes. We all have a vested interest in addressing the issue of drainage,” said Carencro Mayor Glenn Brasseaux. “We have to approach drainage as a region because when it comes to water, city and parish lines don’t exist,” echoed Scott Mayor Purvis Morrison. Other workshop participants were scientists and representatives from UL, LCG’s Planning, Zoning & Development and Public Works Departments and the Mayor-President’s office. Robideaux said he is encouraged by the initial ideas resulting from the workshop. “We had the benefit of some pretty incredible brain power advising us and working alongside us. I believe our application will have a great chance of advancing to the next round of the challenge.” In 2013, LCG participated in the Mayors Challenge and advanced as a finalist with a civic engagement -themed application. Ultimately, the 2013 grand prize winner was awarded to Providence RI with Philadelphia, Houston, Santa Monica and Chicago also earning a winning spot and edging out Lafayette, Boston, San Francisco and Phoenix which were among the Top 20 finalists.
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Lafayette Animal Shelter Making Strides Towards NO KILL Goal LAFAYETTE MAYOR-PRESIDENT JOEL ROBIDEAUX SIGNED INTO LAW an ordinance passed by the Lafayette City-Parish Council which significantly lowers adoption fees and also allows for a feline Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) program. Both the reduced adoption fees and the implementation of a TNR program were recommendations by Target Zero, a national nonprofit which assists local animal shelters working towards a no kill goal. “This ordinance represents a significant milestone in our no kill initiative and I am very pleased we had overwhelming support of the measure,” stated Robideaux. “With the ability to institute a TNR program, our community now joins model shelters who are successfully maintaining a no kill status by humanely managing the community cat population.”
Lafayette Mayor-President Joel Robideaux pictured signing the ordinance along with his assistant, Robert Benoit, who was tasked with overseeing the no kill initiative. [ Google “TNR” to understand Trap-Neuter-Return. ]
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The new ordinance also lowers the adoption fees for shelter animals from $100 to $35 for puppies and dogs and from $80 to $25 for kittens and cats. Additionally, adoption fees are waived altogether for military veterans with IDs and senior citizens over 65 years of age. Every adoptable animal from the shelter is neutered or spayed, vaccinated, heartworm tested and micro-chipped.
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For individuals interested in gifting a shelter pet, adoption gift certificates are the best option. Pet ownership requires planning, and giving a pet as a gift is generally discouraged. Giving an LASCC “Gift Furtificate� ensures that the recipient is ready to welcome their new pet and it allows them to select a puppy, kitten, dog or cat of their choice. LSACC adoption gift certificates are available for purchase at the shelter and cover costs associated with regular adoption.
kittens and cats.
The Lafayette Animal Shelter & Care Center (LASCC) is located at 613 W. Pont Des Mouton Rd. in Lafayette. For more information on the Lafayette Animal Shelter & Care Center visit www.lafayettela.gov/aCPlus or @ facebook.com/ LafayetteAnimalControlCenter.
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The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
T
he business women in Acadiana are truly amazing. From their creativity and resourcefulness to their amazing career accomplishments, Acadiana’s business women continue to hone their individual talents while providing valuable products and services to the community. We salute these locally women-owned and women-operated businesses and hope you will help maintain the Acadiana entrepreneurial spirit by supporting them.
MARY BUI MCCULLOUGH Bill Marin, Board Chairman of Patterson State Bank, has announced that Mary Bui McCullough has been promoted to Manager/Supervisor of the bank’s Lafayette Loan Production Office. She has 20 years of mortgage lending/advising experience. A native of New Orleans, Mary moved to Lafayette in 2009. She is a devoted mother to her 5-year-old daughter, Mollie. Marin said, “It became obvious that Mary is the right choice to handle the duties of managing the bank’s Lafayette Loan Production Office. From day one of her employment, Mary has shown a great interest in helping bank management make smart decisions in our loan production offices and in the overall lending operations at PSB. Mary has shown remarkable success in a highly competitive mortgage industry, has a natural sales ability, and her planning skills are second to none. Mary is a great addition to our PSB family”. 1819 W. Pinhook Rd | Ste. 230 | Lafayette | 337-366-7571 Cell | MaryM@Pattersonstatebank.com | NMLS #2979299
CARLA LAHAYE DUHON Carla LaHaye Duhon has worked in the field of healthcare and wellness for over 30 years in the Acadiana area. She grew up in Evangeline parish where she was nurtured and challenged by her large Catholic family. Carla received her BS degree at UL and her graduate degree at LSU. She is deeply invested in the family culture of Southwestern Louisiana. It is this education and experience that has made her uniquely qualified to work as the Executive Director of Assisted Living at Camelot of Broussard. Her goal is to support and motivate her staff to ensure that her residents feel safe and pampered as they encourage independence when appropriate. She works closely with residents and their families to honor and empower the elderly while enriching the quality of their life. Carla has been married to her husband Trey for 20 years and has three sons: Logan, Tucker and Mason. 418 Albertson Pkwy | Broussard | 337-837-9624 | cduhon@cci.la 20 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
DR. DONNA BOUDREAUX
Dr. Donna Boudreaux has worked with struggling children all of her adult life. Her experiences as a regular and special education teacher, parent of two children with ADHD, and 20+ years as a Licensed Psychologist make her a valuable resource for parents and teachers. She has a Master’s Degree in Elementary & Special Education and a Doctorate in School Psychology. She completed her Clinical Psychology Internship at Vanderbilt University’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Hospital. Dr. Boudreaux opened The Learning Place in 2016 with a dream and vision to provide a place where children could receive comprehensive services to meet their academic and social-emotional needs. This is not a typical psychology practice and Dr. Boudreaux is anything but typical. She is passionate about helping children and determined to preserve their self-confidence in the process. The Learning Place offers comprehensive psychological evaluations, academic tutoring and a school program for students struggling in the traditional school setting. 113 Representative Row l Lafayette | 337-534-0819 | www.thelearningplacelft.com
MARIA TREGRE Maria Tregre is a native of Puerto Rico who came to Lafayette in 1979 to attend USL. Determined to improve her English speaking skills, she became involved in numerous activities to help herself in that endeavor, and in 1981, she began a 20-year career at Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church. Known for her world travels, she was asked by her pastor in 1995 to organize a pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain, and France. The on-going spiritual effects and growth from that pilgrimage did not go unnoticed. Maria knew she was being called to provide this ministry to others so, after much prayer and reflection, in 2011 she founded Magnificat Travel and made group pilgrimages for churches, prayer groups, ordinations, and schools the model for her business. To date, Maria and her staff have organized more than 300 spiritual journeys to 30 foreign countries. 218 Rue Beauregard | Lafayette | 337-291-1933 | info@holytravels.orgwww.HolyTravels.org
NICKY STANSBURY Nicky Stansbury teaches the secrets to prioritizing your life so that feelings of guilt, being overwhelmed, and stress are a thing of the past. While in her mid-thirties, Nicky finally decided to visit a local walk-in clinic after being sick with high fever for more than a week. As she sat there stressing about the amount of work and obligations she would have to catch up on, she unexpectedly found herself being attached to an EKG machine due to an alarmingly high heart rate. The doctor explained this was most likely due to excessive stress and suggested a prescription for general anxiety. That’s when Nicky decided to draw a line in the sand and change her life. Today, Nicky is a stress management life coach and author, her mission is to help others dealing with the same issues she once did. If that is you, your time is now…get in touch with her before letting it get to EKG status! 121 North State St | Downtown Abbeville | 337-740-7425 | nicholyncoaching.net
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The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
CANDI BELLARD Candi Bellard is a licensed agent in Louisiana and Realtor® with Van Eaton & Romero in Lafayette. Specializing in residential real estate, Candi understands that buying or selling a home can be one of the biggest decisions and most stressful situations a person can experience in a lifetime. Because of that, her mission is to ensure that her clients receive professional personalized service, before, during and after the purchase or sale of their home. A wife and mother of 4, Candi is committed to getting you the results you deserve. If you or someone you know is in need of an experienced and dedicated agent, contact Candi today. 200 Kaliste Saloom Rd #101 | Lafayette | Office 337-769-9506 | Cell 337-316-0302 CBellard@VanEatonRomero.com
NICOLE BELL In a world that seems to be moving faster and faster, Nicole Bell has learned to live for the moments. The moments that define love, joy, and new beginnings. It’s Nicole’s ability to freeze brief periods of time into permanent memories that have allowed her to create Nicole Bell Photography, a business dedicated to capturing and preserving life’s most meaningful moments. Nicole attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette where she obtained a degree in Fine Arts in 2010. Following her graduation, Nicole started doing photography part-time and by 2014, she had built her business to a point where she could quit her day-job and pursue Nicole Bell Photography as a full-time career. She offers a wide variety of sessions including headshots, families, weddings and even pet mini sessions. That’s right! Mini sessions specifically for furry family members. If you’re looking for high quality photography work at an amazing price and a quick turn-around time, Nicole Bell is your go-to photographer. Acadiana | 337-519-6306 | www.nicolebell.photography | nicolecarmenbell@gmail.com
BILLIE JO BONIN Billie Jo Bonin is the owner/operator of Mystical Salon & Spa in Youngsville. Her mission is to help enhance the lives of others, one person at a time, through love, understanding and compassion. From the moment a client/guest walks through her doors, she wants them to feel comfortable and strives to make their visit an experience that enhances their body, mind and soul. Her team members are all state certified professionals who provide exceptional service and beneficial treatments using the highest quality products. Each trusted stylist collaborates with each guest, one on one, to identify and craft their desired look. Billie Jo understands that her guests work and play hard, so she wants each of them to leave feeling rewarded, relaxed and rejuvenated. Contact Mystical Salon & Spa to schedule your one of a kind experience in style and relaxation. 506 Lafayette St | Ste E | Youngsville | 337- 889-9137 | www.mysticalsalonandspa.com
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The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
ANGIE O’BRYAN Most Acadians know “Bon Temps” Cajun expression means “Good Times” and that’s what we provide. Angie O’Bryan is Special Events Coordinator/Owner for Bon Temps Grill Catering; L’Eglise — a restored former church with European ambience providing a quiet, rural location for special events; and Woodlawn Chapel — a historic reception venue in Maurice, LA. Every type of special event is handled with care and backed with years of experience to make that moment stress free and memorable. Sharing in those precious moments with our clients is what we enjoy the most. Knowing that important details are special to each event’s success is always our main goal. We encourage this business ideal with our staff daily in our Restaurants, Venues and Offsite Catering & Bar services. Exceeding expectations in Food Quality, Presentation and Customer Service has lead us to opportunities to grow within the Community. We are thankful and appreciate the support of our patrons. Maurice | 337) 257-8035 | aobryan@bontempsgrill.com | www.bontempsgrill.com
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Adrienne Batiste has seen her share of people in need. But it was an experience with her beloved grandmother that inspired her to start a non-emergency medical transportation company. She remembers as her grandmother became ill and wheelchair bound that it was a challenge for the family to physically transport her to and from doctor’s appointments, not to mention the stress it caused her grandmother. Adrienne knew that other families were experiencing the same challenges, so she decided to open Living Easy Transportation with her husband Chris. Together, they provide safe, quality transportation with compassion for those who use their services for doctor’s appoints, dialysis, hospital discharges and many others situations. The company services all of Acadiana and all major cities in Louisiana including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Houma. For more information or to schedule transportation, contact them today. 447 Arnaudville Road | Carencro | 337-534-9913 or 337-552-4380 | batisteadrienne@ymail.com
KRISTEN COLVIN DOMINGUE Kristen Colvin Domingue, a Lafayette native, is a Registered Nurse and Cosmetic Tattoo Artist. In 2011 Kristen graduated in Nursing from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she was awarded the Outstanding Graduate. Immediately following graduation, she began her nursing career at LGMC. After pursuing a career in plastic surgery, she received certification from a world renowned Microblading Specialist in Beverly Hills, CA. Kristen is excited to bring this innovative technique to Southern Louisiana! With over two years of cosmetic tattooing experience and her background as an RN, Kristen works closely with her clients to optimize their natural beauty. Using the natural eyebrow shape as a guide, Kristen can fill in any sparse areas and enhance the overall shape. Kristen also offers smoky eyeliner enhancements for an awake and refreshed look. With Kristen, you’ll have an aesthetic look with a medical touch! 3809 Ambassador Caffery | Located in Hue Salon | Ste139 | 337-989-7483 | facebook.com | Kristendominguebrows
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NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE IN AN EMERGENCY
Consumers
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hen it comes to emergency and natural disaster preparation, clean, uncontaminated water should be top-of-mind. September, which is National Preparedness Month, is an ideal time for individuals and families to make certain
that they will be able to hydrate safely throughout the duration of an emergency.
need to have the ability to filter their
Natural disasters, such as the recent floods and hurricanes, can compromise local water sources. Flooding can be especially dangerous, when harmful bacteria and contaminants that transmit life-threatening diseases can be present in nearby waterways. Unfortunately, flooding can occur after a number of emergency scenarios, from heavy rains to hurricanes to situations
water following
when snow melts too quickly.
an emergency
“Contamination in fresh water sources continues to be a public health problem domestically
situation.
unreliable for consumption,� says Alison Hill, managing director of LifeStraw, a manufacturer of
and worldwide. During emergency scenarios, the issue is amplified as water can become water filtration systems. Consumers need to have the ability to filter their water following an emergency situation. Be sure your emergency supplies include a portable filter which can fit onto a wide variety of popular water bottle brands such as LifeStraw Universal. This versatile filter fits on most bottles you already own and offers two-stage filtration to remove 99.999999 percent of bacteria and 99.999 percent of protozoa, while also reducing chemicals, bad taste and odors. The LifeStraw Universal kit is available online and at specialty retail stores.
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“We’ve developed portable filtration technology to give consumers greater confidence that, in an emergency situation or natural disaster, they can have access to safe water for days, weeks, even months following a situation where their water supply is compromised,” says Hill. While most people don’t like to dwell on worst case scenarios, the right preparation can help you remain healthy and safe during an emergency. This National Preparedness Month; be sure that you equip your family with practical means to have safe drinking water. (StatePoint) Convert a water bottle into a portable filter for safe, instant hydration.
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GET THE LEAD OUT Fall is near, and the familiar smell of #2 lead pencils is in the air – a clear indication that our munchkins are back in full swing with their educational pursuits. The long list of school supplies has been carefully checked twice. With this important “to do” item scratched off your list, it’s time to get
refocused on furthering your career. In carefully preparing your portfolio, you’ll need to practice answering those important job interview questions. Remember to get the LEAD out.
AND GET THE JOB. #IntentionalPositivity
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LEAVE OUT UNIMPORTANT DETAILS. The first question most employers will ask on an interview is “Tell me about yourself.” They want to see how you express yourself, but they don’t want a 10-minute dissertation of your life. They only want to know about where you grew up, your education, experience and 5-year plan… and this should be wrapped up in less than 60 seconds.
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EMPHASIZE UNIQUE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OR EXPERIENCE. Streamline your information to let an employer know your distinctive thumbprint. What makes you stand out from everyone else? What accomplishments have you rightfully earned? How much money have you saved the company? How about any special projects you’ve created or championed? Have you been a masterful time manager? Do you hold a specific certification that makes you uniquely qualified for that particular job? Own your honors and awards…remember, this is YOUR story and you’ve earned the right to tell it.
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ARTICULATE YOUR MESSAGE WITH A STORY. The best messages are conveyed by telling a story. This is an art, so practice it. Use lots of action when telling your story. You can start with, “So, there I was in the middle of ______.” Fill in the blank with “…a board meeting where everything was going south, so I quickly brought up a great solution to save the day,” or “witnessing a quarrel between two managers, when I stepped in to diffuse the situation,” or “a tight deadline, when I was inspired by a great idea that ultimately saved the company time and money!” When activity is used in a story, the listener becomes that much more interested in the message.
DILIGENTLY WORK ON REMAINING POSITIVE IN THE PROCESS. There is no room for negativity in any part of the job search. If you bad mouth a former client, employer or co-worker, it will send a strong message to your potential employer that you will likely say the same thing about them. Even under the worst of situations, it’s key to remain positive in every word you write and every answer you give on any part of the interview process. Period. REFLECTION: Many years ago, I went out with a Chemical Engineer. I asked him to tell me about his work. Two hours later, he was still telling me everything he knew about lead (the chemical element), as that was his specialty. Needless to say, I was bored to death. Moral: When someone asks what time it is, they don’t need to know how a watch is made!
Laurie J. James is one of 18 Master Career Directors globally. She co-founded and presided over the Professional Résumé Writing & Research Association from 2000-2004. PRWRA rebranded to Career Directors in 2005. Laurie has created 10,000+ job-winning résumés in her 30-year career. She is a credentialed résumé and LinkedIn profile writer, seasoned public speaker and award-winning career image coach.
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ways to support the cause as a group. Vote on a project then let everyone pitch in to get started. Cooking good food, sharing time with friends and giving back to the community – that’s a recipe for a truly great party. Learn more at CookfortheCure.com.
LEMON BERRY CHEESECAKE BARS Recipe courtesy of Lindsay Conchar of Life, Love & Sugar on behalf of KitchenAid. Makes: 12-16 bars
CookfortheCure.com.
Cooking FOR A
Cause (Family Features) If you love to entertain and want to support a good cause, now you can do both at the same time. Currently in its 16th year, Cook for the Cure is a program that gives those with a passion for cooking a way to support the fight against breast cancer. Through culinary-based fundraising, events, auctions and the sale of select products, the partnership between KitchenAid and Susan G. Komen for the Cure® has raised more than $10.7 million for the cause. “It adds another layer of purpose to one of life’s great pleasures, cooking and enjoying food with family and friends,” said Anthony Pastrick, brand manager for KitchenAid. “The program continues to fuel passionate cooks with simple, creative ways to support a meaningful cause.” 28 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
You can make a difference by hosting a party that lets you Cook for the Cure by raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research. Here are some ideas to get you started: Invite guests for an evening of appetizers, such as these Mini Fruit Tarts, and drinks. Encourage fundraising by awarding a prize to the guest with the highest donation, or let donors enter their names into a drawing to win a restaurant gift certificate or spa treatment. Organize a fundraising bake sale. Get the neighbors involved in baking, promoting and selling – it’s a great way to bring people together. Your contribution could be these Lemon Berry Cheesecake Bars. Host a potluck brainstorming party. Invite people who share your passion for helping others to bring their favorite dish and think up creative
1½
cups graham cracker crumbs
5
tablespoons butter, melted
16
ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1½
cups powdered sugar, divided
3
tablespoons lemon juice
1
tablespoon lemon zest
1¼
cups heavy whipping cream, divided
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fresh berries
1. Line 9-inch square cake pan with parchment paper, bringing up over sides. 2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter, and stir until well combined. Press crumb mixture evenly into bottom of cake pan. Set aside. 3. In bowl of stand mixer, beat cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, lemon juice and lemon zest until smooth. In separate bowl, whip heavy whipping cream until it starts to thicken. Add remaining powdered sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Gently fold half the whipped cream into cheesecake mixture and place remainder in refrigerator to use later. Spread cheesecake mixture evenly in cake pan. 4. Refrigerate cheesecake at least 4 hours, or until firm. 5. Use parchment paper on sides to lift bars out of pan then cut into squares. Use remaining whipped cream to top cheesecake bars then add fresh berries, as desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
MINI FRUIT TARTS Recipe courtesy of Kelly Kwok of Life Made Sweeter on behalf of KitchenAid Makes: 6 pastries PASTRIES: 1
frozen puff pastry sheet (17.3 ounces), thawed
1
large egg
1-2
teaspoons milk
¼
cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
8
ounces cream cheese, chilled
1-2
tablespoons coconut cream or full-fat canned coconut milk, plus additional (optional)
1
teaspoon coconut extract
½
teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 -3 ½ cups powdered sugar, plus additional (optional) TOPPINGS: +
assorted fresh fruit
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powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
1. To make pastries: Heat oven to 400 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Place puff pastry sheet on lightly floured work surface and cut each sheet into 12 3-inch squares.
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3. In small bowl, beat egg with milk to make egg wash and lightly brush onto each square.
SHARING BAKED GOODS WITH FRIENDS IS A PLEASURE.
4. Transfer pastries onto baking sheet and bake 10 minutes, until pastries have puffed up and are golden.
SHARING TO RAISE MONEY FOR A GOOD CAUSE.
5. Cool completely on wire rack. 6. To make frosting: In stand mixer bowl fitted with flat beater, beat butter on medium speed until light and creamy, about 3 minutes. 7. Add cream cheese and beat until smooth and fully incorporated. Add coconut cream, coconut extract and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth. 8. Gently stir in powdered sugar until fully incorporated. Turn stand mixer on high and beat 1 minute, until fully combined. Add additional powdered sugar and coconut cream until desired consistency and level of sweetness is reached. 9. Spread or pipe coconut cream cheese frosting into middle.
NOW YOU CAN MAKE IT EVEN MORE MEANINGFUL BY
FROM OCT. 1 THROUGH OCT. 31, for every original cupcake image or video shared on Twitter or Instagram with the collective hashtags #10000cupcakes and #donate, KitchenAid will donate $1 to Susan G. Komen, up to a maximum donation of $10,000. In addition, KitchenAid will donate $250,000 or more to Susan G. Komen through the Cook for the Cure program to support the fight against breast cancer. Since 2001, they have donated more than $10.7 million to Komen through the initiative, sales of pink products, celebrity chef auctions and fundraisers hosted by supporters. Visit cookforthecure.kitchenaid.com/10000cupcakes to see the full terms and conditions and learn more about the 10,000 Cupcakes program.
10. Top with fresh fruit and another pastry square. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
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FROSTING:
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fat?
Studies show sleep-deprived people tend to go for salty snacks, and sweets high
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osing sleep doesn’t just make us tired. It could also be making us fat! In a recent study, healthy people who were limited to five hours of sleep a night
gained an astonishing two pounds in less than a week! Researchers are saying that losing sleep affects us in three important ways: IT SLOWS DOWN OUR RESTING METABOLISM. Being tired makes us move less. And a slower metabolism reduces the number of calories our bodies use for basic activities – like breathing and circulating blood. BEING TIRED ALSO AFFECTS OUR FOOD CHOICES. Studies show sleep-deprived people tend to go for salty snacks, and sweets high in carbs and protein – as
in carbs and protein – as
opposed to healthy foods, like fruits and vegetables. That’s because processed foods provide a short-term energy boost. Plus, when we’re worn out, we have less
opposed to healthy foods,
willpower to resist temptation.
like fruits and vegetables.
A LACK OF SLEEP ALSO AFFECTS WHEN PEOPLE GET HUNGRY. Our bodies are designed to eat more in the morning and less after dark. But when we’re sleepdeprived, we tend to skip breakfast – or eat a skimpy breakfast and binge on after-dinner snacks. Of course, going to bed earlier won’t magically give you a beach body. But, health professionals say getting the recommend seven to eight hours of sleep a night will boost your metabolism, and make it harder for you to gain more weight.
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Sources: Stanford University-Sleep Science, National Institute of Health
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n 2007, Abbeville native Christl Pitre Mahfouz put herself on the map as a Lafayette business owner when she opened Ace Specialties, LLC. The small supply company sold only one product: safety gloves for
workers in the oil and gas industry. From the humblest of beginnings,
several years after getting her bachelor’s in General Studies. After graduation, Pitre married Alex Mahfouz, owner of Fashion Warehouse, and gave birth to their beautiful son, Alex, now 12. During those early years, she also helped her (then) husband with the merchandizing and part-time management of his two retail stores in Lafayette.
Mahfouz has grown her company into a flourishing multi-million dollar enterprise, and proven herself a formidable business leader.
A VERSATILE BUSINESS MODEL Since its founding in 2007, Ace Specialties has expanded and adapted to ever changing economic market forces, experienced exponential growth, and survived a close call with bankruptcy during the 2015 recession when the bottom fell out of the oil and gas sector. Versatile and adaptive, Mahfouz course corrected, rebranding her company as a fullservice source for client companies seeking to build and promote their product and brand. She introduced new lines of service, providing B2C e-commerce and fulfillment center capabilities. The new services include website creation, product design, inventory management, daily reporting, package and shipment services, and social media integration. Within two short years of its rebranding, her business experienced a powerful resurgence, and currently is counted among Lafayette’s Top 50 Businesses. Today, her biggest client is Donald J. Trump For President, Inc., the president’s campaign committee. Mahfouz has learned firsthand that a company’s survival lies in its ability to innovate rapidly in response to unpredictable market pivots and upheaval. This flexibility in the architecture of her business model serves as a template for her own clients and for other Acadiana companies that hope to withstand the fluctuations of the oil and gas industry. But how did a single mother, born and raised in Abbeville, catapult a small venture into an industry powerhouse?
BUILDING A PERSONAL BRAND Years before she dreamed of launching her own business, Christl Pitre Mahfouz was forging a personal brand based on commitment to customer service, a hands-on management style, and an unfaltering work ethic focused on quality results. To support herself while attending ULL, she applied for a waitressing position at Edie’s Express, and continued working at the restaurant for
LIFE LESSONS & BELOVED MENTORS: STANLEY LEECE AND DONALD MOSING During her tenure at Edie’s, Mahfouz gained invaluable real world experiences and learned what it took to run a business from the ground up. Eventually, she was ready to assume a role in its management. In an industry known for grueling hours and a demanding pace, Mahfouz thrived. She loved it, deriving tremendous satisfaction in learning how to run a complex, service-oriented operation. Through years of dedication and perseverance, she honed her acumen and acquired a poised, highly confident style of leadership. As importantly, her engaging, accommodating personality resonated with Edie’s customers, and over time Mahfouz became owner Stanley Leece’s trusted right hand: “Stanley Leece is an inspiration and major influence in my life. At Edie’s, he taught us work ethic, business principles, and about caring for the customer. We learned that the customer is always right, and always to exceed their expectations. Whatever a customer asks, the answer is always yes. Stanley is a great businessman, a terrific boss and mentor. I am so grateful, and credit much of my success, and the success of my company, Ace Specialties, to Stanley.” Mahfouz’s unassuming demeanor and hard work ethic impressed the regular patrons with whom she became well acquainted, many of them notable business leaders. One patron in particular, Donald Mosing, founder and then President of Frank’s International, Inc., recognized an entrepreneur in the making. He began mentoring Mahfouz, providing insight, and teaching her about the oil and gas industry. Mosing bought a high volume of safety gloves from several suppliers for his oilfield workers, and promised Mahfouz that if she were to open a store offering work gloves, he would be her first client. After eight years at Edie’s, she was ready to make her dream come true and go into business for herself. Decisive, Mahfouz moved quickly to open Ace Specialties. Mosing began taking her on business luncheons at the Lafayette Petroleum Club, introducing her to fellow industry
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leaders. He was a wise and kind counselor, and Mahfouz followed his advice to the letter.
A SMALL, WOMAN-OWNED START UP IN A MALE-DOMINATED INDUSTRY Mosing advised and encouraged the fledgling business owner, and facilitated a few introductions, but Mahfouz was on her own in terms of proving that her new company was worth the investment. Her potential clients already had established loyalties and long-term relationships with other suppliers, and the placing of a single order was no assurance of future commitment. Mahfouz had to prove that Ace Specialties could play in the same league as other proven companies - and could beat her competition. It seemed a tall order. However, Mahfouz sensed not only opportunity, but advantage. When asked how she planned to distinguish her newly minted brand from the competition, her answer was simple: “My company may be small, but I know I can deliver the best customer service.” She had a way of reducing complexities down to manageable size.
THE FIRST 6 MONTHS Mahfouz opened her business with one employee, one client, and one product, and a mission premised on a single concept: To deliver the very best in customer service. After two months, she landed her second client, a major oil and gas company based in Houston, and added uniforms to her inventory. The client had asked whether Ace Specialties offered professionally embroidered corporate uniforms in addition to safety gear. Bearing in mind that the answer to a customer’s request is always, “yes,” Mahfouz answered, “Absolutely. No problem.” In a matter of days, the embroidery machines arrived, and Mahfouz taught herself how to operate them. She then quickly hired and trained employees in stitching and embroidery, favoring applicants with a strong work ethic and a solid customer service orientation. By month six, she had expanded her small store into a one-stop shop that offered a full-service line of safety products, work wear, and promotional products for oil and gas companies.
SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT Mahfouz had landed the Houston account by identifying her customer’s need for a supplier that provided two lines of company apparel: safety wear for the oilfield worker, and corporate wear with embroidered logos for the professional staff. She adjusted her business model accordingly, making Ace Specialties Acadiana’s go-to supplier for oil and gas companies. The ability to adapt to the customer’s business needs would prove critical, not only to her company’s early success, but also to its survival years later during a crippling economic downturn.
CO-FOUNDING SKY HIGH In 2007, the same year Mahfouz founded her company, longtime friend Brittany Hebert asked for her help in organizing a charity clay shoot for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The goal was to raise $10,000. They raised $50,000. That remarkable success inspired the two women to form their own nonprofit, Sky High, whose mission is bringing communities together through fundraising events to provide comfort, fund research and save lives of children fighting pediatric cancer and other life-threatening conditions. Today, Hebert is president of the nonprofit, and Mahfouz, vice-president, sits on its board of directors. Their organization comprises fifteen board members and a cadre of advisors, sponsors and volunteers. Sky High holds several annual fundraisers in Texas and Louisiana, including clay shoots and a golf tournament, and hosts a carnival at the Ronald McDonald House of Memphis, which receives the proceeds from that event. (A Ronald McDonald House provides a place for families to stay at little or no cost while their children undergo treatment at St. Jude Hospital.) This September 23, Sky High will host its first sporting clay shoot in Midland, Texas. Since 2007, Sky High has raised and donated over six million dollars to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Texas Children’s Cancer Center, and the Ronald McDonald House of Memphis. As their volunteer organization grew, Mahfouz and Hebert approached the Eric Trump Foundation (ETF), a charity founded by Eric Trump that supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, to find ways to work together and raise more money for childhood cancer research. After a brief presentation in 2011 before ETF’s board of directors, Sky High joined their
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pledge to ETF’s to raise funds for a new Surgery and ICU Center for St Jude’s. Their united, volunteer effort, along with their love and passion to help find a cure for childhood cancer, led Mahfouz and Hebert to positions as ETF board members.
For more than a decade Mahfouz has received numerous business
“I’M GOING TO LOSE EVERYTHING”
awards and accolades for her
2015 was a year of profound economic insecurity for the oil and gas industry, its clients, business partners, and service providers. Ace Specialties, which had turned a profit for years, was directly impacted. Mahfouz had just relocated her company, and expanded into a new space with 12,000 square feet. The future never looked brighter — but within a matter of weeks, business came to an abrupt halt as oilfield customers stopped ordering product. Revenue dried up and bills mounted. As a business owner, Mahfouz’s worst fears were becoming realized.
achievements and volunteerism,
“I went to see Stanley, and completely broke down: ‘I’m going to lose everything.’ When a bill came across my desk, I asked myself, ‘How am I going to pay this?’ The hardest part was having to let go of the people whose livelihoods and families depended on my business. I prayed my novenas every day, asking God, ‘What am I supposed to do? Please guide me.’”
some of which include: • 2009: Nominee, Woman of the Year, the local Chapter of the Louisiana/ Mississippi Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (after 2 years of serving on its Board of Directors). • 2013: Runner-up, Women in Business Champion Award, the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (in two categories: as an Emerging Business,
MAKING AMERICA GREAT AGAIN One evening as Mahfouz was watching the news, she caught a few minutes of the campaign coverage taking place in Trump Tower. The date was June 16, 2015: Trump had just announced his Presidential bid for the 2016 election. As Trump descended the escalator, the camera panned to a group of supporters wearing hats and holding T-shirts emblazoned with “TRUMP Make America Great Again.” Mahfouz received the flash of insight she had been praying for: Trump’s campaign needed her to merchandise their brand. “I just knew immediately this was what I was called to do.” Wasting no time, Mahfouz and her graphic designer assembled a bid package of promotional items containing T-shirt designs, printed product that included hat prototypes, and a mock-up of a new website design, which they overnighted to Trump campaign headquarters.
and as a Community Job Creator). • 2013: Finalist, Women Who Mean Business. • 2017: Top 50 Businesses in Lafayette. • 2017: Appointment, CEO Roundtables Program, Louisiana Economic Development.
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Those samples landed Mahfouz the opportunity to pitch the campaign staff. One week later, she was on a plane bound for New York City to give her presentation. The meeting was scheduled in the Trump Tower boardroom. As Mahfouz entered Trump Towers, she mentally rehearsed her pitch. Her products were American made. What better way to “make America great again” than by hiring American workers to make and distribute the campaign’s promotional products? Her instincts were spot on. Trump was there with his campaign staff, and Mahfouz sold them. Her commitment to market and distribute all of the campaign’s promotional product exclusively through Americanbased companies was a winning idea. Mahfouz also promised to find her own vendors who would manufacture everything from yard signs, hats, decals, even Christmas Ornaments. When Trump asked how long it would take to get the entire production up and running, she replied, “One week.” Mahfouz had just won her biggest client: Donald J. Trump For resident, Inc., the president’s campaign committee. Ace Specialties was back in business, and business has been booming ever since. Mahfouz has assembled a dedicated team of skilled, hardworking staff who are like family: Forrest Moodie, Vice President; Nicole Birdeau-Rabalais, Senior Marketing Manager; Tressie Ham, Business Development; Jared Bourque, Operations Manager; Courtney Gray, Customer Service Manager; and Marion Sylvester, Warehouse Supervisor. Even Mahfouz’s brother Bennett LeMaire has joined the team. Each invests proud labor into promoting and distributing the President’s campaign products. Under Mahfouz’s seasoned leadership, they are helping to make America great again, starting in Louisiana.
Since 2015, Ace Specialties has sold and distributed over 23 million dollars’ worth of hats, yard signs, stickers, mugs, decals and clothing to the campaign. As the official distributor of President Trump’s “Make America Great Again” caps, Ace Specialties will soon ship its one-millionth MAGA cap from its Lafayette headquarters. (The hat, made by CaliFame Headwear, is available online through the campaign’s shop website.)
LOOKING FORWARD Recently, Mahfouz streamlined Ace Specialties’ services by offering promotional products made only in the USA, and this year will launch America’s Box, a monthly subscription that will feature a different manufacturer’s product every month. The new company (headed by Mahfouz), believes America is ready for the new concept, “because Made in America means something.” Mahfouz conceived the idea of America’s Box earlier this year when she “and a small group of proud Americans” decided it was time to buy from and support American businesses – it was time to reignite the American Dream. So, they sat down, and like many people who want to create something special, thought outside of the box, which ironically, led them back into a box. Mahfouz explains: “But, this box would be far from ordinary – this is America’s Box – 100% fortified with freedom, tradition, heritage and craftsmanship. A box that represents grit, determination, and American spirit. Together, we will build a movement to buy American, help businesses thrive, support hardworking men and women, and keep jobs right here in our backyard.” From Abbeville to America, Christl P. Mahfouz has become a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur. Her drive and continued commitment to old-fashioned virtues in both life and business is an inspiration for those who aspire to live the American dream, and proof that with enough hard work, perseverance, and determination, you can accomplish almost anything.
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FAMILY MATTERS
Experts say that American children miss 22 million days of school annually due to colds, flu and other infections.
FACTS and MYTHS About
GERMS at School
(StatePoint) Everybody seems to have an opinion about germs — what causes them, where they’re located, how to avoid them — especially when it comes to children. “Avoiding germs at schools isn’t as simple as just washing your hands in the bathroom or sneezing into your sleeve,” says Charles Gerba, Ph.D., professor of microbiology and environmental sciences at the University of Arizona. “Germs are on everything kids touch in the classroom, as well as around the hallways, cafeteria and playground.” With this in mind, it is important to separate facts from myths about germs in schools.
FACT
DESKS ARE AMONG THE MOST GERM-PRONE ITEMS. It’s true! Students spend most of the day at their desks -- sneezes, coughs and all -- and, in some schools, they often switch classrooms and share desks with others. At the end of the day, students bring home that cocktail of germs to their families.
MYTH ANY HAND SANITIZER WILL DO. According to research from the University of Colorado at Boulder, people carry an average of 3,200 bacteria on their hands. While most hand sanitizers are 99.9 percent effective at killing germs, some only last for a few minutes or until the application dries on the skin. Therefore, parents should consider applying hand sanitizers for their children that last throughout the day, such as Zoono’s GermFree24, which is proven to last for 24 hours on skin and is available as both a foam and a spray. 42 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
FACT
GERMS CAN AFFECT KIDS OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM. Germs in schools aren’t just isolated to classrooms. They are everywhere, including cafeteria trays, playground jungle gyms and sports equipment. In fact, the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine found 63 percent of gym equipment is contaminated with rhinovirus, which causes the common cold. Reminding children to wash their hands before and after using these items (and wiping them down) will go a long way toward preventing sickness.
MYTH STICKING THINGS IN YOUR MOUTH IS CHILD’S PLAY. Sure, curiosity might drive preschoolers to stick items in their mouths that don’t belong. However, older students who nervously chew on pen caps, especially ones they borrow from classmates, or on their own fingernails during tough tests, are susceptible to picking up the germs that are traversing through school.
FACT
BACKPACKS CARRY MORE THAN JUST BOOKS. Backpacks go everywhere -- to classrooms, inside lockers, in the cafeteria, in locker rooms -- and collect various germs throughout the day. Periodically clean backpacks inside and out. And make sure lunches and other food items, as well as gym clothes, are packed in separate bags to avoid cross-contamination of germs.
MYTH SHARING IS ALWAYS CARING. Just about every school supply — from pens and pencils to headphones to sport jerseys — can be a vehicle for harmful bacteria. Make sure children are armed with their own items, including mechanical pencils to avoid using the classroom’s pencil sharpener, and avoid sharing their supplies with classmates.
When it comes to germs, separating myths from facts can help you have a happier, healthier school year.
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TIPS FOR BABY’S FIRST FOODS (Family Features) There are endless exciting firsts in your baby’s life, from the first smile and laugh, to the first time he or she sits up or speaks. It can be beautiful and exhilarating, but also uncertain and messy. Introducing solid foods is no different – new and a time for celebration – but you also know that your walls, floors and clothes may never look the same. These suggestions from pediatric health expert Tanya Altmann, MD, FAAP can help you decide what foods to introduce to your little one, followed by tips from Clorox on how to remove those inevitable stains that are sure to follow. PHOTO COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES
AVOCADOS Avocados are high in potassium, fiber and healthy monounsaturated fat, which is good for growing brains and hearts of all ages. Don’t worry if your infant doesn’t immediately take to avocado; keep offering it as most children eventually come around.
YOGURT Dairy products are healthy for children and packed with a powerful punch of nine essential nutrients: calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin B12, riboflavin and niacin. Vitamin D is crucial for healthy bones and a strong immune system, and is also linked to a decreased risk of disease later in life. Although babies under 1 year of age should not drink regular cow’s milk, yogurt and cheese can and should be introduced around 6 months of age.
NUT BUTTERS Nut butters are healthy and convenient options. Nutrient-wise, they offer vegetarian protein, vitamin E and healthy monounsaturated fats. Nut butters make it easy to add protein to any meal, even breakfast. 44 FACE | SEPTEMBER 2017
BERRIES Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are high in fiber and contain vitamin C, antioxidants and other minerals your child’s body needs to function normally, stay healthy and protect against disease later in life.
VEGETABLES If you do not eat vegetables, your children won’t eat them either. People who eat more veggies are linked to lower disease rates and a healthier weight. Green vegetables in particular contain almost every vitamin and mineral. Orange veggies are also packed with nutrition, and babies can quickly take to their sweet taste and bright color.
The next step is discerning how to remove those inevitable avocado and berry stains that resulted from another first in your baby’s life – a solo food fight. First, scrape away the excess stain and rinse with cool water. Next, apply a stain solution such as Clorox 2 Stain Remover and Color Booster to the stain and rub in. After 10 minutes, wash in hot water using detergent and more stain remover. Some baby food stains are tough to remove; learn more at Clorox.com about how you can keep cherished baby clothes looking new – perhaps for future hand-me-downs.
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They help keep family history alive and often help guide their grandchildren as they are in the process of finding their place in the world.
GRANDPARENTS L E AV I N G A L E G A C Y
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OR MANY CHILDREN,
Sometimes grandparents have a difficult time
G R A N D P A R E N T S P L AY A
keeping up with and understanding all the
V E R Y I M P O R TA N T R O L E I N
changes in technology. I have heard more then
T H E I R L I V E S . A friend of mine recently shared
one complain about the quantity of time their
how she and her boyfriend dropped in to visit her
grandchildren are playing on their iPads and
grandparents on the way back from New Orleans.
iPhones. They yearn for more social interaction
Grandpa was sitting in his rocking chair as usual
and find it difficult to get them off their electronic
and they had a very nice time during their visit.
gadgets. Too many of us are getting lazy when
It was beautiful seeing her face light up as she
it comes to building and maintaining strong,
was sharing her story. One could easily tell the
healthy relationships. We need to turn off the
time they spent together was filled with much
TV, put down our iPhones and iPads. We need to
love and great joy. They help keep family history
learn to improve our communication in all of our
alive and often help guide their grandchildren as
relationships. Good relationships within families
they are in the process of finding their place in the
don’t “just happen.” Good healthy relationships
world. Some start and help maintain healthy family
are the result of the love and commitment one has
traditions that facilitate keeping the family together
for the other. It takes effort and a lot of practice.
and thriving. I know of a grandmother who cooks
The results can be wonderful!
a meal on a weekly basis for all of her children and grandchildren. This is a tradition that helps in keeping the family together.
Grandparenting can be a special time in your life. You may now have more time to do things for your grandchildren than you had for your own
Grandparents can be a valuable resource for
children. Gifts a grandparent can give to their
grandchildren looking for assistance in navigating
grandchildren:
through difficult family situations. Also, for many grandchildren, they serve as a significant or primary caregiver for their grandchildren. Some things grandparents should remember include: 1 Always support and respect your adult children in their parenting. 2 Don’t expect them to always accept your advice. 3 Always be willing to listen.
1 Spending time with them 2 Listening to them 3 Attending their activities 4 Being a role model 5 Sharing your story 6 Showing unconditional love and acceptance. In Proverbs 13:22 it says “A good person leaves an
4 Remember…to love your grandchildren,
inheritance to his children’s children.” What kind
you must also show love and respect to
of inheritance are you leaving? At the end of your
their parents.
days, what will be the legacy you leave behind? Don 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
GET YOUR FAMILY MOVING AND BOOST FITNESS
GET ON YOUR FEET
MOVEMENT APPS
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(StatePoint) Regular exercise is an
Whether it’s a rainy day or you just want to
New apps, many with a gaming component, can
important part of helping to keep your
do something super fun right at home, you
remind users to get on their feet and move at
can make an afternoon of playing a dance
periodical intervals. Whether you’re on a family
video game. Many gaming systems support
road trip, or you’re vegging out on the couch
dance games, and these days there are so
for a movie marathon day, simple notifications
longer, improve your mood, reduce
many choices featuring various dance styles
will remind you to pull over the car or pause the
your risk for life-threatening diseases
and genres of music -- from hip hop to pop
movie for a short stretch or walk. Many such apps
to Broadway. This is a super fun way to
even guide you through a brief routine targeting
exercise that won’t even feel like a workout.
the entire body.
family healthy and strong. Indeed, physical activity can help you live
and strengthen bones and muscles, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. September 30 is Family Health and Fitness Day USA, and a good time to
This Family Health and Fitness Day USA, find ways
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3 TIPS TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS Even had the best of intentions to finish some project or achieve a simple (but important) goal only to fall short for no apparent reason? If so, then next time, try these simple tips.
FIRST Start or re-start things on a Monday. Studies show that we’re more likely to commit ourselves to change – and to stick with it - if we have a chance to start with a clean slate – like on the first day of the year. And every Monday is the start of a new week – which means, we have 52 chances a year to tackle a new goal. That’s why studies show that Monday is the most popular day for starting diets and stopping smoking.
NEXT Write up a game plan. It’s been proven that people with a game plan stick with their goals much more often than those who just wing it. Because “wanting” to lose weight leads to procrastination, for example…While making concrete plans about how to lose the weight leads to success. So, put on your calendar “Eat fruit or vegetables at every meal today.” Or, “Thursday is Spin class.” Studies show that when things are written on our calendar, we’re more likely to do them.
F I N A L LY Don’t come up with a Plan B “just in case.” In several recent studies, people who were told to come up with a Plan B were much less likely to reach their main objective. Because having a backup plan somehow makes failure feel more acceptable.
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a word please. Are you interested in color advice for your home? Or are you like me and tired of people repeating the same thing, the same research, and the same colors? Red in the Dining Room, Yellow in the Kitchen, Blue in the Study, Green in the Bedroom, White in the Living Room…there, that’s the list. Please do not use it; the research is questionable at best. It’s been proven by fast food chains that red is the best color to make someone leave quickly if you mix a little orange in. USE the colors that sing for you. Use them in the rooms you love and explore what you want in small ways before making a huge commitment based on someone else’s opinion, study, etc. One way to find the color(s) you want in a specific room and are right FOR YOU is to check in with yourself in a way that works (for you.) If you have tried the kinesiology, or finger testing steps outlined in FACE’s February 2017 House Therapy, then ask yourself while standing in the room “what color is best for me in this room?” and follow up with each major color group, getting a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ reaction. Then narrow from your list of yeses and check the final answer. If you have specific colors in mind, say from a piece of fabric, artwork or paint samples you can do the same placing your hand on the specific sample.
not me, and I am considerably impressed with the calm that color creates in her and how often she speaks about how much she now uses a room which was essentially abandoned and used for little more than storage, a room to be avoided at all costs became, for her, a sanctuary. Remember, you are adding color to enhance your experience in your home. As a designer my house is never finished, getting it done and on the market has been an endurance test for me recently, as it is for many, and choices had to be made. One good choice was to paint the beat up, not very good wood floor with neutral grey porch paint. One bad choice was to eliminate the wall color of the stair hall. It had to be repainted because one entire wall was covered with art and the color before was luscious; a lovely gold yellow glowing experience awaited in the morning as I entered the day and again at night going to bed. Now it is white. The art is gone except for one piece and the experience of walking down that short hallway is a bore and is rather disconnected from the rest of the house.
I’ve found that there is no one answer to color in the home. You find your bliss, look around at the things you love being with and they will tell you a story. It is a story that may have changed over time, or it may be exactly the same as As a design consultant, I certainly have my own always. Certain colors follow us around. Use opinions based on experience and personal taste, your little treasures in a way that will surprise but a client who was renovating a very dark space you – maybe with color everywhere, maybe said simply ‘green’ so we went from there. The within a neutral, texture filled envelope. Maybe green she settled on was nothing like the green I with a brilliant glossy blue kitchen floor! Or, would have chosen, and she is thrilled with what maybe…yellow? was done. She chose the color that spoke to her, 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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to Stop Mosquitoes from Ruining Outdoor Fun AS COOLER WEATHER SLOWLY CREEPS INTO SOUTH LOUISIANA, Acadiana comes to life with outdoor activities. Unfortunately, unwelcome guests like pesky mosquitoes often want to join the festivities. Not only can mosquitoes be a biting nuisance, they can also cause allergic reactions in some people and pets. Certain species can spread dangerous illnesses such as dengue fever, West Nile virus and Zika virus. Minimizing mosquito threats in your yard is of primary importance during warmer weather. Did you know your outdoor decor and landscaping may actually be attracting mosquitoes? Consider these tips for keeping mosquitoes at bay.
MINIMIZE STANDING WATER
TURN ON THE FANS
Mosquitoes only need a thimble-sized amount of stagnant water to reproduce. To reduce mosquito breeding areas, check backyards for stagnant water in bird baths, under potted plants and even in your pet’s water bowls. By refreshing water often or eliminating standing water sources, you can reduce the number of places mosquitoes can reproduce.
Most mosquitoes are poor flyers, so a simple deterrent is to make it difficult for them to fly. Consider installing a fan on your deck or patio, or even bring a portable fan outdoors.
PLANT SMART Backyards are often filled with places a mosquito can hide, reproduce or feed. Planting smart and keeping vegetation growth in check can cut down on the number of mosquitoes in your yard. Be sure to trim, prune, weed and mow often to keep vegetation under control because mosquitoes love to hide in damp, dark places. Think carefully about where you place flowers and plants in your backyard so they don’t attract mosquitoes to the places you sit or entertain. Flowering plants can offer a delicious meal for female mosquitoes that need to feed on flower nectar between blood meals. Plants like Bromeliads that trap water in their leaves can also be a prime place for mosquitoes to breed.
Also remember your backyard basics: clothing and repellents. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors, so keep your wardrobe light and breezy. Loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and long pants are typically your best bet. Mosquitoes can bite through tight-fitting clothes made of materials like spandex. Keep your scented body sprays and perfumes to a minimum, as mosquitoes can be attracted to strong smells. When you’re heading outdoors, don’t forget to apply a topical repellent spray approved by the Environmental Protection Agency. By taking these simple steps, you can minimize mosquito populations in your backyard and stop mosquitoes from meddling in your outdoor fun.
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