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In May of 2010, while attending a Blue Knights motorcycle convention in Hot Springs, Ark., Tyler Police Officer Richard Cashell was involved in a collision that nearly ended his career – and his life. Transported to a local hospital with multiple injuries including fractured vertebrae in his neck and lumbar spine, fractures in every rib on the left side of his back, a skull fracture and a badly infected abdominal wound, Cashell grew weaker. That’s when the call came in that a patient urgently needed transport from a Hot Springs hospital to ETMC. “He would probably not have survived his injuries,” recalls Air 1 flight medic Steven Jones. “He needed to come home to our Level I trauma center.” Cashell was discharged from ETMC 14 days after his arrival. When he returned within a month for planned surgery to fuse his cervical vertebrae, he was amazed:
“I went into the hospital and 23½ hours later I was walking out, and never had to fill the prescription pain medication.” After undergoing several months of physical and occupational therapy, Officer Cashell returned to modified duty, and in January of 2011 he resumed full duties as a Tyler police officer. He credits the dozens of ETMC professionals who stood by him – trauma staff, intensive care and third floor nurses, neurosurgical and orthopedic specialists, physical and occupational therapists and the caring hospital staff – with saving his life and his career: “I’m back, and it’s because of the work that they did putting me back together.” To the community he is proud to protect and serve, Officer Richard Cashell speaks with the voice of experience: “Trust these people.”
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Over the years, I have been privileged to travel around the United States and journey to a handful of different countries. Each experience was unique and influenced how I view the world, whether my trip was centered around rest and vacation, or giving service to the country. I think the most beautiful place I’ve been to is Sri Lanka, but it’s difficult to choose since each destination holds its own beauty. I traveled to the small country off the coast of India in 2005 to assist in tsunami relief. I’ve never seen a more awe-inspiring sunset, and that’s a bold statement because East Texas sunsets are a close runner-up. I even got to ride on the back of an elephant while I was there. Each time we arrived at a tattered home to help clear debris, the people were incredibly hospitable despite their poverty. Most of the families would climb up palm trees and serve us coconuts to display their gratitude.The people combined with the tropical setting of the land is what made the country so beautiful. Although I do love tropical environments, cities also awaken my personality. I love the simplicity of small towns, but my Los Angeles roots and appreciation for diverse culture makes me feel alive in a city. I’ve traveled to New York three or four times and I love the emphasis the metropolitan area places on the arts. You can always find great food and interesting people in urban areas. I’ll never forget the frozen hot chocolate I had at Serendipity or the incredible pizza I ate in Brooklyn.
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Traveling is invaluable because it widens our perspective and reminds us that the world is larger than the city or town we live in. It unveils different ways people live, intriguing cultures and the beauty our planet. Traveling also quenches any thirst for adventure and provides rest from daily life. This issue is a great way for me to introduce myself because traveling is one of my favorite things. I am very excited to join the ranks of the IN staff and become a part of creating this magazine. I also look forward to hearing from, and getting to know all of you. Lea Rittenhouse Editor
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I am loving the bright colors, retro inspirations and playful prints! It’s going to be a Cruel Summer, but I've got the Hottest and Coolest Trends right here for you-so be sure to take advantage of summer’s hot days and cool nights before it’s all gone. Airy, Drapy, Sexy and Flowing fabrics; these buzzwords describe all that’s blooming right now. Neutrals against Pastels create such a symphony of harmony with their beautiful contradictions of fashion. BCBG is one of my top brands that’s been right on the money for showcasing all summer has to offer. I adore the BCBGMAXAZRIA Dosdon Striped Dress right now! It's gorgeous yet relaxed MaxiDress in an array of yummy citrus colors.
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Another clothing line that should be on your go for it list is Albert Ferretti’s line for Macys’. All the great pieces are inspired by a favorite Italian coastal locale of Ferrettis’. I’m in love with the Alberta Ferretti Impulse Dress, in the color Neptune’s jewel and love the sleeveless high lace tank top in a gorgeous must have tropical plum color! Speaking of new department store lines, Ms. Vera Wang has introduced a new glamorously understated makeup line, coming to a “Kohl’s” near you! Inspiring you with her demure yet bold makeup shades, it will make you want to pair your new eye shadow with a “Vera” date night dress-maybe that was her goal!
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My top pick in her cosmetic line for the summer is her Simply Vera Skin Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer. It’s a great way to keep your summer skin hydrated and luminous. Closet Inventory Okay girls, if you don’t have Cobalt Blue, Sea foam Green, lavender, and citrus shades in tangerine orange and yummy yellow, it’s time for you to get to shoppin’! (Like you need an excuse? LOL)
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Tip #3 Hydration!! Nothing dries out your skin more than the summer heat and the sun’s harsh rays. So if your outside soaking up the sun, be sure to hydrate your skin before, during and after with an extra emollient lotion such as Malibu Radiance Whipped Body Cream from Bath and Body Works. It helps replenish beach-bronzed skin with healthy moisture while a subtle shimmer gives you a sultry, radiant, post-sun glow. Also remember to drink tons of water in between those poolside margaritas! NOTHING SAYS AGING like too tanned skin or one too many sunburns. If you were unlucky and got too much sun, be sure to apply an after sun lotion like Burt's Bees Aloe & Linden Flower After Sun Soother immediately after to help restore moisture lost.
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When trying to find a good makeup with a sunscreen you know is going to protect your skin, a good rule of thumb is to look for the “Skin Cancer Foundation” seal.That means they have done the hard work for you and stand behind that product. My fav foundation for summer with this “Safe Seal” is Jane Iredale DreamTint foundation in Medium. It’s got a great whipped cream consistency and goes on smoothly and evenly. Perfect for a summer night out on the town! My Lips are Sealed To keep those lips hydrated too, my Go For It pick right now is the adorable EOS lip balm in fun Easter egg shapes and colors. This will keep you hydrated organically and naturally. If you live gluten free like me you’d be happy to know it’s also free of unhealthy additives, including gluten! It comes in fun flavors such as lemon drop, honeydew and strawberry. Collect them all for your makeup bag.. (Warning: They are addicting!) Vacation in a Bottle Summer is a time to bust outside your comfort zone and experiment with new fresh scents that will evoke summer dreaming when the days turn cold.My Favorite Scents right now? EAU DE PREP by Tommy Hilfiger and Suede by Michael Kors. Both have light sultry scents that seem to evoke thoughts of Summer Love in Paradise.
What’s not to love? Gimmick or Go-For-It: Laser Hair Removal You may have heard, tried, or heard of someone trying laser hair removal, and I’m sure you have asked yourself: Does it REALLY work? Is it a Gimmick? Or a GO-FOR-IT? That’s what I am here to tell you.
they come in easy to pack sizes. Perfect for those beach house vacation getaways. (Those sandy towels are going to wash themselves!) Along with extra laundry, in the summer months places like the back and front doors of your home can become a catch-all for everything from pool toys to flip flops. A wonderful way to keep things at least contained is big fashionable yet industrial-size baskets. Target and IKEA have some great ones available for any décor. To keep things together on the go, I like EVIROSAX bags. Available at evirosax.com these chic (cheap!!) little earth friendly bags are able to be rolled up and stored in the car or even your glove box in case you need an extra hand to tote those magazines or sunscreens poolside. Proud Wallflower Experts say summer is a great time to shake things up in your abode by opting for brighter pillows, packing away heavier fabric throws, and even going so far as a fresh coat of paint in a fun bold color. If blank or bright walls are not your thing, but you hate the commitment of the oh-so-hot-atthe-moment modern wallpaper, have I got the thing for you! Its called Temporary Wallpaper and my favorite place to find it is tempaperdesigns.com. Like giant stickers the wallpaper attaches and
Being that I am a writer, and a certified Cosmetic Laser technician (meaning I actually perform these procedures on patients on a regular basis) I want to shed a little light on the subject about realistic expectations of what to expect from laser hair removal. The way that laser hair removal works is, a concentrated beam of light is aimed at hair, the light is absorbed by the pigment, which then damages the follicle enough to stunt future hair growth. Studies have shown the most effective form of laser hair removal comes after approximately 6-8 treatments, done about 4-6 weeks apart. The great thing about Laser hair removal, is that you don’t need to let the hair grow out, unlike waxing, and you typically need only once to twice a year maintenance treatments. It’s perfect for Girls and Guys. Also, there are several lasers that are completely safe for even the darkest of skin tones. Some of the downsides of laser hair removal are that you cannot benefit from it if you have blonde, auburn, white or grey hairs you are trying to remove. Also, if you plan on tanning either in the sun or in a tanning bed, keep in mind that you can experience moderate to severe side effects such as hyper pigmentation and hypo pigmentation and sometimes even scarring. So it’s best to stay out of the sun while doing treatments. That’s Continued on pg.22 >
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What I’m loving right now: On the practical side, I am a huge fan of TIDE Detergent PODS. It gives you just the right amount of detergent for your wash load and
enhances any space.The best part is it doesn’t come off until you take it off; and it does so without damaging any paint.
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Fashionable (Functional) Home For most people, Summer means a busier schedule chock full of bar-b-ques, vacations and extracurricular outdoor activities. So anything to make my life easier around the house is definitely a go for it!
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why Laser hair removal sales skyrocket in the winter months. With all this being said, One of the very most important things to remember when choosing your Medical Spa is be sure your technician is certified. It’s also imported to be sure they not only have a certificate to do laser procedures, but also that they have experience. ASK QUESTIONS. Asking your Technician or nurse about how long they have been doing procedures, how many patients they typically treat a day, etc. gives you insight into their experience and gives you peace of mind as the patient. Your Tech should have no problems answering any of these. If they do, RUN. It is so important to be treated by someone who is experienced performing the procedure. Lasers are powerful machines and using one requires both precision and expertise to avoid any unnecessary side effects. When done right, it can be one of the most rewarding beauty treatments you can get done. If you are lucky enough to find all of these positive attributes in your med spa and Laser Technician, you will soon be on your way to being hair-free and care-free before you know it… oh yeah, and if you haven’t guessed it, when done right Laser Hair removal is DEFINITELY a GO -FOR -IT! XoXo- The-Go-To-Girl.
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During the past year we've made some accent lighting, some art display boxes, some art , and a really cool industrial-style coffee table. All we really need to complete a room setting is something to sit on and these two chairs are going to do the job.
Joining two chairs can be done any one of a number of ways. That is not really the subject of this particular project. Making a three dimensional canvass is. If you have ever prepared a stretched canvass, for a painting, then you already know that the first step is priming the fabric with a product called "gesso". Gesso is made from a combination of chalk, pigment, and animal hide glue. It seeps into the pores of the material and seals it so that the paint, when applied, goes on smoothly, evenly, and doesn't bleed through. Even after it has dried, it remains flexible and very durable. Continued on pg.24 >
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Where the front legs of each chair meet, I camouflaged them by covering them with a veneer made of quarter inch plywood.This was not difficult, it added extra strength and support to the piece, and it was completely optional.
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Yes, it is true, this will be another example of functional art, but a totally new project with a very special twist. One day, you might be walking around with a decorator or You've probably seen people take an old an architect and they may make the comment, piece of furniture that they stripped off the old "Oh, it's got really good bones." finish or primed over the finish, then repainted it with an artistic paint job, maybe even a picture. It's not an uncommon phrase, because when When you see these types of pieces in resale an object or structure is described as having "good bones", it simply means that it has clean, stores, they often go for more money than the piece originally sold for, because they are art. simple lines, a solid structure, or has a overall pleasing appeal. Would you have ever believed it was possible There may be some cosmetic imperfections to do the same thing with an upholstered piece of furniture? Well you can. It's not too difficult that need to be addressed, but there is still and it doesn't cost a fortune. It's fun, easy, and some redeeming value. I recently found two when you are finished, you will have a very fabric covered roll back Parsons chairs that were slightly soiled and a little wobbly . Also, all unique piece of art. You could call it a three dimensional canvass . eight legs were totally shredded by some rabid little kitty, which was most likely the reason These two chairs are going to be combined they were disposed of. into one piece by joining them front to front. I simply used some long bolts, washers, and nuts Immediately I recognized these two chairs as having "good bones." I carried them off to the to accomplish this feat.The chairs were wooden so all I had to do was remove the cushions and house, then I tightened them up and removed the cushions, which were in fairly good shape drill a couple of holes for the hardware.You will need two chairs that are exactly alike and they too. do need to be straight across the front, so they will fit together. Wooden chairs will make this project easier, but metal could also work as well.
David joins two chairs together by the front to create a sette, a love seat with no back.
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makIN' makIN' it it Once I joined the two chairs, front to front, I now have what is often called a "settee." A settee is like a love seat with no back. This is what they call a transition piece because you can place it between two spaces and you can sit on it from either direction. This is a piece of furniture that has the capability to connect two spaces. If it had no back and no sides, it would simply be a bench seat. When you look at the picture of my finished piece, you will noticed that I have left it rather plain white or really a little off-white. That is the gesso. I asked my friend Mallory to stencil some letters and numbers on the settee, for an industrial look. Graphics, such as this, is a very popular look these days. Mallory is a Graphic Artist, who works upstairs for Ron Maybry Architects. Ron Maybry is quite a artist himself. I love the rusty finishes that he so often does as a purposeful patina. I like to say that Ron has a lust for rust and he has promised to show us how he does it in a future column about patinas. If you would like an example of his work then just make a quick trip downtown, to Gallery Main Street.
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After it has been sealed with a topcoat of water based sealer, such as MINWAX Polycrylic protective finish, it is less likely to fade and is even washable with a damp cloth. Spills easily wipe off. The gesso will conceal any ugly pattern in the same way that a primer would do. All of these products, the gesso, the sealer, and the acrylic paints are water based. There is little odors. They are fast drying and clean up is with soap and water. Once cured, these finishes will wear quite nicely.
My chairs were virtually free and my supplies cost me about twenty-five dollars. What I got for my money, was a very unique piece of furniture . Or is it art? Whatever, it was fun and you really must give this a try! It is so obvious that all of us have some amount of artistic ability. We need art in our lives. Cultivate it. Creativity is so essential to our very being and as I always like to say, "There is art in every heart." Don't you just love it?
After you have painted the fabric with the gesso and before you have sealed it with the sealer, you must create your art. If you are not a particularly good artist, fear not! You could stamp the piece or you could stencil it. You could even pretend you are like Jackson Polluck and just throw paint on it , for an abstract look. Just remember, you do need to use artist acrylic paints, not oils and not latex paints.
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On my two chairs, the fabric on the legs were very shredded.To solve this problem, I cut the fabric away and painted the legs with a solid coat of paint. I chose black, but any color would do. It doesn't matter if the pattern on the fabric is ugly or faded, you're going to cover it with the gesso. Continued on pg. 16 >
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Try this technique on a small piece, such as a ottoman or footstool first, to get the hang of it. Then if you feel ready to go bigger, do it. You will need to be sure that your fabric is at least in pretty good condition. No rips or tears, unless you can repair them.
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The buzz starts from the moment one turns onto the Comanche Trail for, on busy weekends, more than 5,000 cars are headed that way. While parking attendants direct traffic, free shuttles carrying children and elderly guests crisscross the trail. As visitors wait for a table, staff in crisp khakis and wielding radio phones, marshal the crowd. Mo Lasater, OASIS’ general manager, walks the floor of the site with an eye for efficiency; meanwhile, executive chef Morris Buck commands three kitchens and 100 kitchen staff with the focus of a general going into battle. Guests are asked to wait in the courtyard, a leafy square with terracotta walls, fanciful statues to charm the kids, and fountains that tinkle in the background. Here, one might get the sense that you’ve left Texas behind. That’s not surprising, for despite its laid back country feel, the restaurant is filled with European objets d’art, while a keen ear for accents will show that OASIS visitors hail from every corner of the globe.
Before sunset, thousands of guests are seated on one of four balconies to experience Austin’s famous view. Drinks in hand, they enjoy a stunning lakeside sunset as well as cool breezes to relieve the long, hot days of summer. Mediterranean-style umbrellas dot the cliff side, sizzling TexMex dishes zip past and, at sundown, a brass bell rings to general applause. As the water turns from blue to gold to dusk-tinted silver, visitors agree that they came for the view but also because, when in Austin, you can’t not come to The OASIS! So how did this sunset eyrie become a must-see stop on the Hill Country map? Longevity in a fastchanging city like Austin helps. The OASIS has been part of the Central Texan landscape since 1982 when it opened shop as a hamburger hut. When its owner, Beau Theriot, first saw the undeveloped location -- 450 feet above a cliff -- he knew instantly that it was the best place in town to see a sunset. “Austinites are proud of the beauty of their city,” he explained, “and they want someplace to show it off to their guests.” The OASIS provides that ideal place. Year on year,Theriot expanded the site, listened to his clients and burnished its good name, until it became one of Austin’s most
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measures footfall by the thousands. Often, they have 60,000 visitors per month and they can serve over 2,000 diners in one sitting. Last Memorial Day weekend alone, 40,000 guests traipsed through their doors. For thirty years, The OASIS is where locals have brought their out-of-town guests, which means that the restaurant is both a booming business and an Austin institution. Locals call it the Sunset Capital of Texas. The OASIS works hard to earn that status.
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beloved watering holes. Indeed, every year the Austin Convention and Business Bureau names The OASIS one of Austin’s top visitor attractions.
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Oasis,Texas, is a European-style shopping plaza and retail center, extending seamlessly from The OASIS restaurant
The OASIS on Lake Travis has come a long way since its humble beginnings and, judging by Theriot’s energy, will go a long way more in the future. Yet what remains constant throughout the decades is that The OASIS is the place to watch a sunset, the place to mark a special occasion and the place where childhood memories are made. At this famous Hill Country destination, visitors are guaranteed to find a little bit of Lone Star, a little bit of Europe and a great deal of what makes Texas distinct. Next time you’re in Austin, why not join those folk beating a path to the Comanche Trail and savor a slice of spectacular for yourself?
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When a predawn fire destroyed the restaurant in 2005, Theriot used the calamity to design a rebuild in line with its reputation. Today, The OASIS boasts four levels, eight functions rooms and a dance hall whose roof opens to the stars. It can simultaneously host business meetings, a wedding, a conference, a formal dinner and a footstomping hoe-down. Theriot is proud to state that his little hamburger hut now boasts the largest outdoor seated restaurant in the United States. But it doesn’t stop there. Since the fire, The OASIS has also become a venue for art exhibitions, gala concerts and car shows; it has a weekend street market, a Christmas village and an upscale home decor store called Texas Treasures. Moreover, Theriot’s latest expansion -- a retail development called Oasis, Texas -shows that his vision really is as big as his home state.
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itself. Designed by the legendary Dick Clark Architecture, it is modeled on an old Hill Country town and is constructed exclusively from materials native to Central Texas. Oasis, Texas, provides 40,000 square feet of office space, 25,000 square feet of retail space and a four-level parking garage. Several shops are already open for business and two restaurants – SOLEIL Bar & Grill and Uncle Billy’s Brew and Que enjoy a bustling trade. Next to the retail development is Villa Montaña, an upscale concierge community nestling in the lush nature preserve of Comanche Canyon Ranch. Constructed in line with Theriot’s vision of a Mediterranean hillside village, homes are dotted around a landscaped boulevard with pedestrian walkways lit by antique style lanterns. Says Theriot: “Villa Montaña is where the water and hills embrace the sky.”
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Today Tyler enjoys sister city relationships with four international cities: Jelenia Gora, Poland;Yachio, Japan; Lo Barnachia, Chile; and, as of one year ago, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. “San Miguel is a city about the same size as Tyler,� said Price Arredondo, Director of the Hispanic Business Service Office at the Tyler Chamber of Commerce.
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The 2005 census put the municipality’s population at 139,297. “It’s also a community a lot of people are familiar with from having lived there, or having traveled there. San Miguel is very historic and has a long history in attracting Americans.”
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The city is also well known for its cobblestone streets and Baroque colonial architecture, including a well-preserved historic center filled with buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. This center and the nearby Sanctuary of Atotonilco, popularly known as the Sistine Chapel of Mexico, have been declared World Heritage Sites. That beautiful, historic architecture has propelled San Miguel to become a wedding destination in recent years.
Arredondo believes that existing knowledge of the city will be a plus when the time comes to pursue partnerships. Delegations from each city have visited the other twice now, strengthening a relationship that has the potential to greatly benefit both. In addition to size and a focus on the arts, both cities also currently have the first sitting women mayors in their history. San Miguel mayor Luz Nunez Flores and Bass have bonded and the reciprocal visits have only served to strengthen that bond. But it’s not only the similarities that fill the relationship with potential, it’s the dissimilarities as well. “The big difference is the economy. We have very, very different economies,” Arredondo said. “Theirs is really based on tourism for the most part and Tyler’s is on medical. But I still think there are opportunities there.”
Arredondo says there is also an opportunity to develop some exchange programs for high school and college students. “We see educational opportunities with Tyler Junior College and the University of Texas at Tyler. San Miguel is known for its schools that cater to English students to learn Spanish. So that’s another opportunity there for people to take advantage of. They also have a great culinary school and we’ve talked with some people there who have an interest in bringing their students here for some training.” “There are also some other niche opportunities. For example, when they came they brought a lot of merchandise from artisans in that area and it was very well received here during the reception… so that’s a possibility as well, some sort of trade opportunities. It looks like both communities can certainly benefit from this.” Arredondo said a number of people want to go on the next trip to San Miguel, to learn more about the city and check out the opportunities for themselves. “I do think the next thing for us as the sister city organization, and working with the city of Tyler, the next step is putting a program together, a plan of action,” he said. “I think that we’ve been going through the honeymoon period, getting to know each other. The next step is to really focus in on some things we can do, things we can collaborate on.” One thing Arredondo emphasized was how safe the area is, and how easily accessible it is as well. “You can fly in one of two ways, either from Houston or DFW directly into Leon, the capital of Guanajuato,” he said. “It’s about a two hour drive from San Miguel. Or you can fly in to Quetero, which is about an hour away.” Mayor Flores is limited to one three-year term, which ends in October. A delegation from Tyler will travel to San Miguel in August or September to meet the new mayor and their staff. When a mayor leaves office there, their staff must leave with them. But parties on both sides are confident the sister city relationship will remain strong, despite these types of changes. They are sisters after all, and what’s stronger than a family bond? Nothing, especially when the potential benefits for both are so great.
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Located in Central Mexico, in the state of Guanajuato, San Miguel sits 7,000 feet above sea level and enjoys a pleasant climate year round. The city figured prominently in Mexico’s War for Independence, and that history helps attract tourists.
“A lot of the people who have immigrated here from Mexico are from the state of Guanajuato,” Arredondo said. “We took the mayor to a school, to their Cinco de Mayo festivities, and a number of the students there were from San Miguel, so there’s that connection as well. The owners of Don Juan are from that area. So we have a lot of ties with San Miguel.”
“We have a travel agency who is interested in establishing a relationship with the Mexican tourism board to promote that area and do a dual promotional effort for us as well. From the medical side, there is a doctor here at Trinity Mother Frances who, when he was with the Mayo clinic, established a visiting doctor program and I visited with him the other day and he is interested in possibly starting that up again with San Miguel. So the economies are very different but I think we can create opportunities out of that.”
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Some say it’s the shoes. Some say it’s the shoppers or the fresh-squeezed lemonade.
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No matter the reason, everybody is crazy about Canton. “Finding things for people that they need in the quantities they need. And I get to talk to women,” jokes John Steier of Canton about his favorite things. He sells sparkling silver plate each month in the heart of the blue-roofed civic center. “Women are better shoppers than men. So, if your husband is grumpy, leave him at home,” laughs Steier. Or just point hubbies, boyfriends, and sons in the direction of “manly” booths, which offer knives, bottle collections, antique farming equipment, you name it. “Men look for hunting and fishing stuff; stuff that is mechanical,” says Dan Cantania, of Canton, a veteran who staffs a military-themed booth that raises donations for the Van Zandt County Memorial each month. Browsing and people watching may be a favorite lure for some, but others are serious about shopping trips they schedule annually or biannually, often coming for miles to wander the innumerable booths; booths as prolific and varied as Texas wild flowers springing up spontaneously on rolling East Texas pastureland. “We come twice a year, every spring and every fall,” says self-proclaimed “Canton junkie” Connie Giammarco, with Amy Warren and Susie Adair. A “sisters trip,” the three ladies come up every April from Houston and then return with 10 or so of their friends in October. Serious shoppers know to look for the good stuff, according to Karen Musgraves of Golden, a professional artist, who for 10 years has shared a booth with fellow artist, Cathy Reques and Photo Courtesy of Canton CVB
furniture craftsman, Jerry Smith. They show up every month to paint, create, and meet with serious gallery owners from across the U.S. who have discovered that First Monday is a great place to snag fine art and Texas furniture to resell in places like Fredericksburg and Albuquerque. Most folks who come for fun don’t realize the economic ripple effect caused by First Monday Trades Days, which generally start on the Thursday before the first Monday of each month when the vendors begin to set up their booths. By Friday morning, a steady flow of shoppers keeps vendors busy until Sunday evening. The city has also directed opportunities to local philanthropic efforts, like the Boy Scouts, the local food pantry, and the local women’s crisis center, to name a few, according to Canton’s Economic Development Corporation’s Executive Director Mercy Rushing. The local Rotary Club members, for example, often man the city’s parking lots on First Monday weekends, splitting the proceeds with the city for an economic boon to all. Canton aficionados travel from places like California, South Dakota and Indiana, says Rushing, who often sends staff to the airport for visitors. “My favorite thing about Canton is the people you meet. Everyone is so happy,” says Ann Marie Jenson, of Vermont. Of course, by following the neon pink shopping bags to Corky’s, where women line up to hunt through bright pink shoe boxes in floor-to-ceiling stacks, shoppers with shoe addictions can get their fix. And then take a break for the lemonade.
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“What is this place?” you may ask. It’s the country I was born in: Colombia, South America. This country, which is roughly the size of California and Texas combined, is so diverse within its own geographical limits that it’s hard to believe that this country can embody so many different paradoxes. There’s the sultry and touristic Caribbean Sea to its far North; heading counter clockwise there’s the Pacific Ocean coastal region that borders the country to its West; then there is the Andes mountain range region that runs through the country about one-third of the way inland in a slanted manner from the North to South via its West and is shared by Venezuela, at the North, and Ecuador, at the South; the beautiful but dangerous Amazon rain forest it shares with Ecuador, Peru and Brazil along its western to eastern Southern border; the llano, plains, that dominate its East. And in the epicenter of all this diversity, in the heart of all this beauty, is the true gem of the country, the people whose culture is to engulf you with their benevolence, embrace you with hospitality, and cater you with endless arrays of (high carb, fried, home raised, made and prepared) foods.
This majestic yet poverty-stricken paradise, endearing but laced with occasional corruption, can be deadly if you’re not careful. These are my origins, the only place (besides the Lone Star State) that I can legitimately call home. To be from such a different culture, to be able to grow up visiting a place that seems to be in such stark contrast to my life in Texas can sometimes be in and of itself surreal. Visiting Colombia is not only like visiting another world but also another time period. Some of my family members live in the most rural of places, with towns still novel to the idea of electricity. Electricity that is rationed, nonetheless. Small rural gorgeous cities in the sprawling countryside where horseback is the main source of transportation, bridges made of wood and rope are the only binding facet across steep cliffs, and your entertainment comes solely from family, the outdoors (such as jumping off waterfalls and watching for scorpions as you climb out to jump again) and the local solitary saloon where you dance the night away to live music on weekends and walk, sometimes with the help of your friends, back home down the middle of the dirt street, singing. I also have family that lives in the metropolitan cities that border the Andes Mountains. Cities are built one house atop the other on long rolling hills, and if your shades aren’t drawn on your (more than likely glassless) windows, your neighbors are able to peek inside and
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Amenities are few, but the city is filled with such rich culture and vivacious tenacity that will penetrate your skin, surge through your veins and reverberate so profoundly throughout your core that you’re left with a tingling sensation in your skin. When I visit the country I was born in, I don’t see drugs, crime or coffee plantations run rampant. There aren’t glum or despairing faces loathed in self-pity with the inability to upgrade their battered, last generation iPhones or mournful over their lack of the newest clothes or brand names in their closets. I see an esthetically, and intrinsically, gorgeous, rich, diverse, benevolent country that has overcome some of the most difficult social, economic and political decades in their most recent history to transform themselves into a potentially powerful Latin American leader. In a lot of ways, I hope, I see myself.
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Under way is the construction of the new home for the museum opening this summer. Founded in 1963 as the Age of Steam exhibit at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, it has grown to include locomotives and diesel trains and unique railroad artifacts. Relocation of collections and operations from Dallas’ Fair Park to Frisco, and a graduated opening of Phase 1 is anticipated to begin by year’s end.The best way to move the stock will be by rail!
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Each piece in the 4,500- ton rolling stock collection will be thoroughly inspected for this 55mile, full-steam-ahead rail move. This museum will also help educate that the railroad industry is still the greenest and cleanest way to ship and move people. This will attract visitors, conventions and train enthusiasts. Follow the progress on their site www.museumoftheamericanrailroad.org. Photos Courtesy of Frisco CVB
The Frisco Heritage Center and Heritage Museum adjoins this new site and I enjoyed a tour learning about the development of the city of Frisco. A live blacksmith demonstration was in progress, and I enjoyed that retreat back in time with some delightful gentlemen who volunteer at the museum and keep that skill alive. This is a “living village” comprised of local homes and buildings representing the past. It would be a great family oriented experience bridging generations. A lunch or dinner at Babe’s Chicken Dinner House would be a great family gathering. I was told folks come from near and far to eat at Babe’s with a rural-retro vibe. Known as boisterous and kid-friendly, it serves up the greatest comfort food with a song-and-dance routine. The Embassy Suites Dallas-Frisco Convention Center & Spa was my next stop. This Four Diamond hotel welcomed me with a beautifully decorated suite. I relaxed for a few moments in the luxurious open atrium with cascading water before meeting Denise Stokes with the Frisco CVB. She gave me a driving tour of some of this vibrant city’s highlights. The Dr Pepper Arena is home of the Texas Tornado junior league hockey team. It also is the practice ice for the Dallas Stars NHL team, and practices are open to the public. It is not just an ice arena, the Texas Legends, of the new NBA Development League, also play there.
Cirque du Soleil is also hosted there through 2014. Close by is the Dr Pepper Ballpark where the Class AA Frisco RoughRiders play. A few miles up the tollway is the FC Dallas Stadium, with a 21,000-seat stadium for soccer and 17 championship-quality soccer fields. This is home to FC Dallas, a Major League Soccer team. Other pro soccer matches, concerts and events are hosted here. Field House USA on Sports Village Road is a multi-sport center with a full schedule of leagues, camps and tournaments. We then headed to historic downtown Frisco for lunch at 5th Street Patiocafe. I enjoyed an incredible Italian chicken sandwich with tomatoes, fresh spinach and provolone on focacia bread and the soup of the day, tomato basil. The establishment has the lunch crowd” in the know”! They also have breakfast and dinner. We were now going to head out for some fast paced fun. Pole Position Raceway is a premier indoor motorsports experience. This 50,000-square-foot, climate-controlled facility is home to the fastest indoor karts in the United States. We saw one-of-a kind motorsports memorabilia, stateof-the-art entertainment and were prepared to experience this white-knuckled excitement first-hand. Helmets on and seat belts fastened, Denise and I took to the track! My adrenaline kicked in and I zoomed passed Denise a couple of times on the quarter-mile track as she enjoyed her leisurely pace. Private or custom race events can be tailored to any group imaginable. Novice and experienced
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racers enjoy this venue. Pole Position Raceway was built for racers by racers. Add this to your bucket list! Next stop was the Frisco Discovery Center home of the Frisco Art Gallery, Black Box Theater, Special Event Center and Sci-Tech Discovery Center. The Sci-Tech Discovery Center includes traveling, interactive exhibits and dynamic programming encouraging guests to embrace discovery and innovation. I entered the exhibit to experience the wind of a hurricane, it was a great way to smooth out my hair. Hmm, someone could invent a new hair straightener from that! Before heading back to the Embassy Suites to get ready for dinner a stop at the Snow Cone Lady’s window was in order. Mary Mathis has been scooping out shaved-ice sensations in flavors since 1983, (putting three children through college from this business).
Frisco residents will happily wait in long lines for this traditional treat.The blue shade tents come out every spring. I had a refreshing raspberry cone and it was the best I ever had! Check her out on Facebook for hours of operation and closing alerts. Frisco is a dining destination in itself with over 250 restaurants and a large number of locally owned establishments. Josephine’s Italian Bistro was our dinner choice in the heart of Frisco off Main street. It is locally owned by Chris and Cynde Gangi , dedicated after Chris’ grandmother, Josephine. Selections feature authentic, regional flavor, fresh herbs, cheeses, homemade desserts and fresh seasonal fish and game. Attention to detail has been lavished on the décor with an 8-by10-foot commissioned mural of Sicily on the wall and vintage family photos. Creative special pizzas of the day were coming out of the kitchen with upscale toppings , fennel, eggplant, prosciutto, cubes of soft potatoes and arugula. Very tantalizing. We began the evening with crab cakes and the Bruschetta for an appetizer.
I was very amazed at the showrooms set up in stylish apartments, and onsite restaurant and a kid’s zone. I made a find that an entire committee for a charity event was looking for, and it was at a bargain price. Woo hoo! One really could spend an entire day at IKEA! So I will be back for a true Destination Diva shopping trip to Frisco soon!
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Early In the morning after a perfect evening rest at the Embassy Suites, I took a short run. I love to pass by all the shops and restaurants when there is no traffic and peek into the windows.
An incredible breakfast at the Embassy Suites enabled me to have the fuel to head out for at least one shopping destination, IKEA. I had no idea what I was heading into, thinking I would just pop in and take a look. Anyone who has been to IKEA (the Swedish home furnishings retailer known for high style and low prices) knows you do not just pop in.
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I chose the chefs special of scallops in a white wine sauce over orzo. Denise had the lasagna di Carnevale Napolitana. Both were delectable.
Even though Frisco is a shoppers mecca, my intentions were not to shop because of time constraints. As I jogged through furniture row I realized that I needed another two days here to begin to take it in. I saw some incredible treasures that I will need to come back for. Stonebriar Center across from the hotel would require another full day.
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My new love affair with Paris came as a surprise; an unexpected late-in-life infatuation. This new Paris passion took my breath away. Rendezvous in museums with well-loved artists long gone. Drowsy mid-afternoon strolls over bridges built in another century. Who could resist the allure of a city that trims giant trees into boxy, symmetrical topiaries bordering expansive public garden promenades?
My children played a role in my return to the spurned city. No mother in her right mind would confess her fears about being physically unable to keep up with the youngsters. Or that she had never stayed in a hostel. If you are thinking of initiating your own relationship with the seductive city, here are some of our favorite things about that captivating coquette. At San Chapelle, we savored a stringed quartet surrounded by indescribable stained glass in an intimate setting. Fortunately, we checked local concert schedules upon arrival via smart phones and booked tickets immediately, thus accessing music, architecture, and history for a memorable tryst of culture. Speaking of new twists on cultural favorites, a Fat Tire tour allows the impetuous to bike through the streets of Paris, into the Tuileries Gardens, and past the modern pyramid in the courtyard of the Musee du Louvre.
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ast time I had a brief fling with Paris, over 30 years ago, I swore never to return. There is too much world ahead of me to linger here, I thought, as I acquiesced to my fellow travelers who coaxed me to stand on Point Zero, the official center of Paris in front of Notre Dame, the place they superstitiously assured me would secure my return.
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Whether shopping the elegant Champs-Elysees or the Latin Quarter, French femmes are committed to ballet slippers, more often than to stilettos, an ardor inspired by the fact that the French invented ballet.
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My favorite Paris museum is the Musee du Moyan Age at the site of the Abby at Cluny, where one of the world’s best collections of medieval art is showcased, including some striking examples of gold jewelry and reliquaries. We indulged in the giant crepes, created at sidewalk kiosks and lavished with Nutella and bananas, but because we walked everywhere, we never picked up a pound of unwanted baggage.
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STORY BY JO LEE FERGUSON It was hard to miss the analogy God had designed: a long, steep stairway, shrouded in mystery by a thick, green canopy on either side, with sunlight somehow finding its way through. The path before and after the stairway was sometimes muddy, sometimes precarious, but always beautiful, calming, still. It was less than a mile, but still it was a long, hard hike when you’re six months pregnant.The reward at the end, though, was worthy of the journey: Manoa Falls, on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. My true love, Randy, had spilled the beans about his 10th anniversary surprise to me months before — a trip to Hawaii as we celebrated a decade of marriage. He planned the trip before we found out I was pregnant.
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"The whole trip was one breath taking experience after another."
We spent one day exploring some of Oahu’s famous waterfalls — gems that were sometimes hidden behind thick curtains of trees just off busy roads. On our final day there, we rented a car and drove around the island, taking in the scenic spots and marveling at the sparkling waters. Our second day, though, was my favorite. We visited Pearl Harbor, the site where so many young men lost their lives at the dawn of World War II. It broke my heart to read the names on the Arizona memorial — brothers, fathers, sons, lost in an instant. I thought about them forever entombed in their ship when I saw the oil it continues to leak all these decades later. I longed for a reporter’s notebook when I realized some of the docents working there had survived that treacherous day only to return to keep watch in the sunset of their lives. We avoided many of the touristy activities — luaus, etc., and we’re not that adventurous foodwise. That means we stuck to what we knew instead of the restaurants where we’d have to stretch out of our comfort zone. There’s also some very expensive shopping opportunities, which again, we avoided. Frankly, you don’t need all of that to enjoy Hawaii. It was an unforgettable trip for us, made possible with just a rental car, some gas and a map.
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Our hotel was being renovated, so we somehow ended up with an upgrade that put us near the top floor of the Waikiki Sheraton, with a spectacular view of Waikiki Beach. I ate my cereal sitting on the balcony each morning. I could see all the people on the beach, and I watched
boats driving almost up to shore to let people out. The balcony was so high, and the wind was so strong, though, that I couldn’t hear anything. The brightness of the sun added a dream-like quality to the crystal blue-green water and baby-blue sky.
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My doctor assured us I should be fine to travel, and he was right, although it meant I left my beach body at home when we went to Oahu. It didn’t matter. True Love and I like to visit beach areas and sort of wave at them while we take pictures, and we did a lot of that in Hawaii. The whole trip was one breathtaking experience after another.
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ALLURING CULTURE, ENTERTAINMENT & ARCHITICTURE The Portobello Market is the busiest on Saturdays when the vendors come around in full force. Although it is arguably the best known open-air market in London, it is certainly not the only one. Covent Garden and Spittlefields offer spectacular spreads with an array of, well, just about everything. Wares come in the form of clothing, antiques and lots and lots of fresh foods.
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n my impetuous youth, I made a lot of debatable decisions: I dated the wrong guys, stayed out too late at wild parties and even dyed my pretty blonde hair a gothic black shade of scary. The latter continues to haunt me when I see reruns of The Munsters starring the raven-haired Lily. But there is one illuminating and glorious decision I made that shaped my perception of the world and exposed me to a myriad of cultures, forms of artistic entertainment and instilled in myself a reverence for beautiful architecture and historical tradition.
From Notting Hill, the bustling Piccadilly Circus is just a tube ride away. This would be the preferred mode of transportation simply to experience the neatness and efficiency of the world's oldest underground train.
"I could not have chosen a city more rich in history and steeped with activity."
This was the decision I made on my twentyseventh birthday to pack up my belongings and around the globe to peruse and admire antiques befitting a king, and possibly some have. hang my hat in London, England. I could not have chosen a city more rich in history and steeped with activity. There is some irony in the reason I chose London (they spoke my language and I was too lazy to learn a new one) because I found that thiscity offers a surprise around every corner and hums with an energetic bustle that taunts you from morning until late at night to be a part of this international playground and soak in the experience. I found with so much to do and learn and only three short years to do it, I better start from where it all began and find out why London was so maddeningly confusing whilst being such organized chaos. Early city planners paved the circuitous London dirt roads that had been loosely constructed by the Romans when they originally settled in London, or Londinium as it was known. This goes a long way in explaining why the city is so hard to navigate and even the natives are known to carry a handy map book, aptly named the A to Z, to find any destination outside of their neighborhood.
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It is also a pleasure to simply stroll around the winding and turning streets where it is possible to meander off a main street, then keep walking only to find you have stumbled across the river and upon The Globe, a modern reconstruction of Shakespeare's original playhouse where tours are conducted regularly and performances are said to be stellar in the circular amphitheater. If you are looking for a more sedate way to spend anafternoon, London's Hyde Park is among the most beautiful and spacious in the world.The Serpentine River runs through it and there are picnickers, bikers and joggers galore. It is a stones throw away to go to the biggest department store in the world, Harrods, and visit the international foods floor to buy a savory lunch to enjoy in the boisterous halls of Harrods or to carry over to the park and dine with the ducks. If you are more inclined to have a professional do the navigating and allow for more picture taking and people watching, then the double decker bus tours are a must. Even after years of riding a double decker bus to work, I still relished my morning and evening commute via double decker transport. I would race up the spiral stairs and to the front row on the second floor of the bus so that my riding experience rivaled an amusement park ride. Every twist and turn happened in 3D from my elevated vantage point.
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It is butted against the burrough known as Bayswater which is home to some of the finest Indian food in Europe if not the world. The famous Portobello Market attracts people from
The Queen's Guards are about as deep of a tradition you can find, having guarded the Sovereign and the royal family since the 1660s.
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London is comprised of of many neighborhoods, known as burroughs. Some are more famous than others such as Notting Hill which gained notoriety after the epynomous film starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts. It is for good reason that this westend neighborhood holds such appeal.
Oxford Street, famous for it's shopping runs through this area and there is a hotbed of entertainment throughout the area. The theater district is located in this area and to see a show in London, in particular a musical, is quite an event. The venues rival Broadway. Keep walking south and you may stumble upon Trafalgar square, 10 Downing Street (the Prime Minister's residence) and, if timed correctly, you may stumble upon the changing of the guards outside of Buckingham Palace.
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and caressing my foot along the seashore. Salty swimming in the welcoming water. Hundreds of miles of majestic Gulf of Mexico for breathing room. My own definition of God’s perfect creation.
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There is something simply beautiful about a beach that lets the soul breathe. Maybe it’s the fact I have not grown up near a beach and can count on one hand the number of times I have been.
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Over a thousand miles from home, in a beautiful place with no comparison to anywhere in East Texas, I fell in love with a secluded island. A fond, distant memory for me now, but it is, by far, one of my best.The one time when I felt as if stress could not reach me and happiness truly enveloped me. I was on Passion Island’s beach shore a few miles from Cozumel, Mexico, Courtesy Photos
at the climax of my five-day Carnival Cruise last summer. It is my favorite memory from the cruise my family, close friends and I took last summer, a vacation and experience I recommend to anyone with a yearning to escape the daily mundane stress. We all have our own definition of stress. Mine is the ink-soaked weekly planner filled with to-dos of my 15hour college semester, two part-time jobs, vice-president position on a national society, feature editor for the student newspaper and family obligations. This is when the inevitable panic attack of my schedule’s burdens cloud my determination to strive for my best. I know I am not alone in this weekly stress-overloaded, hectic, mentalbreakdown state. We all have our own definition of stress and its causes. But there is a solution - travel. Travel is the escape that has no certain mileage, destination or conditions. It is different for every person. However, my definition of travel drastically changed last summer.
I have been blessed enough to have enjoyed many of family vacations over my short 19 years, but none of them compares to the absolute experience of the Carnival Cruise. It is certainly well worth the small fortune it costs. A cruise is a vacation I recommend to anyone, particularly families. There is entertainment for every age, excellent food served day and night. The biggest worry while aboard is how much sunscreen to put on to get the sun-kissed skin. It is just days of indulgence and enjoyment to reconnect with loved ones and refuel yourself for returning to the daily grind. It leaves memories that allow you to at least mentally escape the stress awaiting you here at home. While taking yet another tough biology lab class exam and having the pressing reminder of ten other assignments I have to complete that day, if I think hard enough, I can almost imagine the salty breeze lifted from the water’s surface, take a deep breath and make it through yet another stressful task, and on to the next. An experience I think everyone should be able to recall.
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Inevitably we all arrive at the same place, but what about the journey? What journeys have you filled your life with? More so, what journeys have you filled your soul with?
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William "Bill" Ozanus and Denise Nieman received their answer to this question when they visited Africa for the first time over 10 years ago. What started out as a simple vacation to raft the part of the Zambezi River under the Victoria Falls quickly spawned into a life-long journey that engulfed both their lives and impassioned them to create Wilde Journeys, an African adventure travel agency in Lindale that creates tailor-made safari adventures.
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Yet, to call Wilde Journeys a mere "travel agency" is a grossly inadequate portrayal to what Bill and Denise do. They not only serve as wellvetted personal guides through these journeys, they have a burning desire is to share their passion of Africa with everyone. This is made evident by their meticulous planning and personal attention to detail that they devote to each adPhotos Courtesy of Wilde Journeys
venture, which creates an experience so surreal that it will literally "touch your soul."
piqued a common interest: how to attain the inner peace that was evident in Bill and Denise.
I interviewed Bill early one evening for better insight into the alluring Wilde Journeys experience. Bill’s presence exudes tranquility and calmness washes over you upon meeting him. Inexplicably, you just inherently trust him. Wilde Journeys’ origins began with Bill’s desire to raft (part of) the No. 1 commercial rafting river in the world, the Zambezi River, also the largest flowing river into the Indian Ocean from Africa.
The rest is, as they say, history. Offering over 60 combined years of travel expertise, Bill has been a pilot, both for airline and corporate, and Denise was a flight attendant for Delta Airlines, it was no surprise that the two found their niche in orchestrating life-altering vacations to Africa.
After coercing his wife, Denise, to indulge his desire, the two were off for their maiden African adventure. Shortly after arriving, the couple found themselves entranced by the striking beauty and unadulterated peace that the country offered. Amidst the silence of nature, the absence of pretentiousness, and entertained by both the kindhearted natives and exotic animals that played before their eyes, the couple realized that they had embarked not towards a destination but to a new way of life. Subsequent trips to various African countries immediately followed and soon the two found their unbridled joy difficult to contain. They shared their stories, videos and photographs with their friends and family whom all
According to Bill, "Africa will feed your soul… and beware because you will become addicted." He tells the story of three different journeys, people whom were all exasperated by the overwhelming shallow noises that circumvented their lives daily. The incessant text messages, emails, phone calls, and daily monotonous exchanges void of human connection. These three journeys, which entailed a chiropractor, a medical sales representative, and a newly wed couple, thought they were in for only a fleeting adventure when they entrusted their "Wilde Journey" to Bill and Denise, but they were all so profoundly changed that they each noticed a stark difference in their lives when they returned. The chiropractor and medical sales rep. each made a sincerely conscious effort to connect to the people they spoke with and, according to Bill, they found that genuinely caring for others
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not just added personal wealth but, as an unintended benefit, their profits increased as well. The newly wed couple returned to Africa 11 more times, each time daring to venture deeper into the jungle. Much like a proud parent showing off their children, Bill and Denise passionately plan each "Wilde Journey" to accentuate the best that Africa has to offer. From planning candle lit dinners with tables adorned in white linen in the African plains, to reserving accommodations in what are called "huts" but are actually five star resort style rooms with luxurious amenities, to planning excursions based off what their clients’ want, and only contracting tour guides that have been rigorously trained.
As my conversation with Bill drew to a close, he asked if I would join him in a sundown toast. What was daunting about my interview with Bill was that we were meeting on the eve he had received shocking news. His wife, Denise, had passed away the night before due to an auto accident while she was in Africa (It is pertinent to note that the accident was a "freak" coincidence that could have happened in Texas). Yet, he suggested we should still meet because, "I know it’s what Denise would have wanted". As dusk slowly encroached upon another East Texas day, Bill raised his glass and said, "What are you grateful for today? Who are you grateful for? Take a moment and think about it...May we be so blessed to see tomorrow, and let us be grateful for today."
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As I exhaled a profoundly heavy sigh, the kind where you just let go of all the problems that plague you, I noticed Bill’s eyes start to water and his voice gently crack and faded away as he delicately added, "and that’s the sundown toast..." intuitively I knew what he was thinking, "and this toast is for you, Denise."
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Each trip is roughly around 11-14 days, no more than four couples, or eight individuals, per trip and start from about $4,000 per person, which is all inclusive (including excursions) and includes the price of the round trip flight. Of course prices vary depending on what the client wants to experience so budget is always taken into consideration. Not sure if Africa appeals to you? You can scourer Cape Town’s wine country, raft the exhilarating Zambezi River, or watch lion cubs playing within three feet in front of you. Any nature, outdoor or life enthusiast can have the perfect trip planned for them.
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In loving memory of Denise Nieman. An intrepid soul whom ferociously lived life and passed away pursuing her passion.
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tanding in the middle of the floor surrounded by thick metal bars evoked the exact feelings I was expecting — shortness of breath and accelerated heart beat. The large gray shark swimming silently past didn’t help either. In fact, I probably would have remained frozen in place much longer had it not been for my 10-year-old son. “OK Mom, let’s go watch the sea turtle now.” And thus, my life-long dream of photographing from a shark cage was fulfilled. The fact it was sitting on dry land, 20 feet from the aquarium wall had little bearing on the mission.
The Secret Reef, as the saltwater tank is known in the Ocean Journey building of the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, is full of reef fish, barracudas, eels and, of course, a rescued giant green sea turtle. As you wander down from the fourth level (10 stories up), the 618,000 gallon tank with its 33 windows is the star of the exhibit. Modeled after the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf of Mexico, it’s as close as I can imagine being to the ocean without being fully submerged.
Stops along the way include a Tropical Cove rainforest exhibit, a butterfly garden, a glimpse into the South Pole penguin population and a look at the “boneless beauties” we call octopi and jellyfish. The Ocean Journey ties in with next-door’s River Journey because, as Disney’s Nemo told us, all drains lead to the ocean. However, the 400,000 gallon freshwater tank was more interesting to my family because of its relevance. Sitting on the bank of the Tennessee River, the 12-story building is responsible in part for drawing in a million visitors a year since it opened two decades ago. According to press materials, the Tennessee Aquarium is credited with “igniting the ‘Renaissance on the River,’ and the revitalization of downtown Chattanooga.” The importance of the river to central Tennessee is apparent at every turn, as is the emphasis on being a good steward of
Therefore, the central aquarium, known as Nickajack Lake, was a wonderful display of how the paddlefish, the sturgeon and the blue cat (fish) can live in harmony. Beginning with otters and working one’s way down through each level, (with a special stop at Turtles of the World), the shimmery light cast up from a lower level pool, as well as the blue wall art depicting fish names, was as relaxing a time as I’ve ever had at an exhibit. I think I now know why watching Spongebob Squarepants makes me sleepy. Chattanooga is a special town in a unique location at the base of the Appalachian Mountains. From Lookout Mountain, you can see seven states, as well as the 145-foot Ruby Falls. You can also visit where the famed Chattanooga Choo-Choo once stationed, and sleep in a train car that has been turned into a hotel room. Other downtown renovations include sculptures, dining and AT&T Field, which the Chattanooga Lookouts, a Double A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers, have called home since 2000. Additions to the Aquarium package (which includes both buildings) are: the IMAX Movie Theater, the River Gorge Explorer (river cruise), Backstage Pass (VIP 45 minutes with the animals) and Ranger Rick’s Backyard Safari (included, but at set times). For more information or to plan a trip, visit www.chattanoogafun.com.
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I also didn’t say you don’t go underwater. The final floor of the wrap-around takes you through the Undersea Cavern where the sharks and rays are now swimming above you. It almost made me long to be back in the cage.
our natural resources. My husband and I both fished with our dads when we were young and it is now our son’s greatest aspiration to attract the attention of famed freshwater angler Jeremy Wade by someday catching his own “River Monster.”
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I can’t say you don’t get wet. At least I did roll up my sleeves before reaching in to touch a stingray. In what mimics a shallow coastline, the rays swim past safely, allowing visitors to touch the smooth exterior without threat of getting barbed. The rays’ defense mechanism is cut frequently just as we would trim our fingernails, the guide assures us.
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ive million people will die throughout the world this year from not having safe water to drink. Most of those are children, at a rate of one every 20 seconds. But there is a way for East Texans to help. Ironically, it’s to drink more water.
Hope Springs, Inc. of Athens is a unique corporation that sells bottled water, and then sinks the profits into water wells in impoverished countries. In the past year since they started selling water to the public, the non-profit arm, Hope Springs Water, is responsible for five clean water wells: three in Nicaragua (two for the Miskito Indians); one in Uganda and one in the works in Ethiopia.
“Every time I go on (these trips) I say, ‘These people really have a hard time getting water.’ It seems to me that is a common thread that connects all the third world places that we’ve been — they have a terrible time obtaining decent water to drink and they have a terrible time with the illnesses associated with drinking water,” Mettetal says.
The idea of funding a project to help the 1.2 billion people in the world without pure drinking water came to Athens doctor Ted Mettetal as he was preparing to go on a mission trip to Mexico in 2009 — and stocking up on bottled water in the process.
According to statistics on Hope Springs’ website, women and children in developing countries invest 200 million hours a day fetching water. That’s equal to a full-time work force of 25 million people fetching water for eight hours a day, seven days a week. In addition 165 out oF
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“I stood in front of an aisle of water, and God gave me this thought: ‘What would it look like if there was bottled water sitting on that shelf that gave 100 percent of its profits to cleanwater projects in the developing world? Would I be willing to buy that?’” he recalls. Indeed, he said he would, but going home and researching, he found that no such company existed. Mettetal, who has been on more than 100 mission trips over the last four decades, says the diseases brought on by contaminated water are a constant concern.
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"...a billion people don’t have access to clean water and are drinking out of mudholes..." every 1,000 children in Africa will not reach their fifth birthday (it’s nearly twice that bad in Sierra Leone). This is primarily because of malnutrition, followed closely by bad drinking water. (The mortality rate in the U.S. and Europe is two out of every 1,000 children). It is also estimated that as many as one-half of the world’s hospital beds are occupied by people with a waterrelated illness. These visions of sick children caused Mettetal to pursue “this crazy idea,” even though he had no business background. His friend, Steve Akin, who was also active in overseas mission work, helped him form the two corporations that made the idea work. “My impression has been that most people care about what happens to people in other parts of the world and how people in other parts of the world live,” Mettetal says. “When they understand the problem, that a billion people don’t have access to clean water and are drinking out of mudholes, it’s amazing the number of people who say, “Wow, I didn’t know that.”
According to Mettetal, the bottled water business is an $18 billion industry — in a place where clean water is incredibly obtainable. “We’re a country where nobody needs drinking water. You go to a faucet and get perfectly good water; and yet we buy it,” he says. “I just thought, ‘Gosh, if we can get a little piece of that (market), send money over there and dig wells for people who don’t have good water to drink, wouldn’t that be great?” The dig sites to date have been based on need gathered from relationships the group already had in place. But Uganda was a different story.
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Selling bottled water is a way to fund this life-changing work without always returning to the same well, so to speak. “I don’t ask anybody to do anything they wouldn’t ordinarily do anyway,” Mettetal says. “If you’re going to buy bottled water, give this one a thought.You can save lives by buying this water.”
The water sells for less than $4.50 a case and is available throughout the Tyler area, but most notably in the 106 Brookshire Grocery Company stores in Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas. It is bottled by Premium Waters of Fort Worth and drawn from Samantha Spring in Keller — the same site where Sam’s Choice also gets its water.
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how I can find Hope Springs water? Isaac K.” His response to Isaac was for him to ask for it where he bought groceries. However Isaac (Kaya) was a student at a Christian university in Uganda. They not only didn’t have grocery stores, they also didn’t have clean water. “He was asking for water in his village,” Mettetal says. By adding to the project with donations (the water sales were still in their infancy), Hope Springs Water partnered with Living Water International out of Houston to bring a well to Bunyagira, Uganda. The 600 residents, including 200 elementary school students, were either walking two miles one way to fill a five-gallon jug, or using a pond shared by everybody and the animals. Gastrointestinal illnesses and malaria were everyday occurrences in this situation. The well went in this past September and already the community is improving, Mettetal said following a March trip. “Houses are being built all around the well. People are moving there because now they have water to make bricks.”
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He also added that the number of children attending school has doubled because they don’t have to spend their days fetching water. “The teachers also told me that absenteeism from diseases has dramatically dropped. This was a place that still had cholera, typhoid, dysentery and parasites. And all of that has improved dramatically,” he says.
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According to Mettetal, one of the main things they are trying to instill in each of these communities is ownership. “We want the people to accept this well as an asset to their community, not just as a gift. They can then leverage it to improve life for everyone, not just for now, but for later,” he says. Hope Springs makes sure a water committee is in place before they leave. “What happens when the well breaks? What happens if you want water at the other end of the village? What happens if you want to put an electric pump down there and pump it to a cistern at the top of the hill and pipe water to several different spots in the village? How does that work? Who’s going to do that? Who’s going to maintain all of that? Those are all questions we try to get them to think about.They’ve never done anything like this before. It’s a foreign
concept to them,” Mettetal says. He also wants the communities to know the water’s worth — something that sometimes gets taken for granted. “Anybody in this country who has water in their homes, we pay for it,” he says. “What we’re trying to infuse them with is the knowledge that things that are worthwhile in your life don’t come free.” Even if the residents can’t pay money for water, they can work around the well doing such things as clearing paths or watching for wild animals, to help their community. Hope Springs Water is a non-profit organization, not affiliated with any religion, “although it is our Christian faith that drives us to do what we’re doing,” Mettetal says. In addition to providing the water, they also work with the villages they support, selling jewelry and other products state-side to help the communities support themselves. “It’s more than just going in there, dropping a well and then leaving,” he says. “We’re trying to develop relationships and mentor them into becoming responsible citizens who work collectively to care for one another.” In the same way Mettetal wants communities to learn to look out for each other, East Texans are providing support back home. Hope Springs Water is made up entirely of volunteers — whether serving on the board, maintaining social media outlets or standing in front of Brookshires giving out samples — more than 300 people are involved in the cause to get this water off the shelves and into hands. “It’s been a lot of fun to see people get excited about this concept and excited about what we are trying to do,” Mettetal says. “They want to be a part of it. They want to help. And what I say is, ‘Everybody can help. Everybody can be a part of this. Even if it’s just by understanding the problem and realizing there is an issue with drinking water in the world and it doesn’t have to stay that way. We can do something to fix it,” Mettetal says. “Even if it ends up just being these five wells we’ve done; that’s more than we would have done otherwise.”
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Foreign Exchange student describes experience of my host sister and brother and that made me socialize a lot. So, by the time the summer break was over and school started, I already knew a bunch of people and didn’t even think about home (in Germany). I was surprised by the size of the high school I was going to. It is not even half the size of my school in Germany and has a small number of students, so that everyone immediately knew I was a new student. I met a lot of nice and interesting people and I think I can say that I had hardly any struggle with adapting to my new surroundings.
I arrived in Van, from Cologne, Germany, in early August. Lucky as I am, I got the BEST host family there is, with a brother and sister my age and two amazing parents: funny, friendly, generous and a little bit crazy, like me. They treated me like a member of the family from the start. We never had communication problems. Of course at the beginning, I had to ask them to repeat themselves several times, but they patiently waited until I understood. After only a short time, the problems with translation and communication were gone and my English started to improve quickly.
That doesn’t mean that I started walking around in cowboy boots and hats, but I experienced and tried out as many activities as I could. I joined the theatre team and was on stage in the fall musical ‘Hairspray,’ which was a lot of hard work but also great fun. I went four-wheeling, fishing, shot guns and played football at the powder puff event at my school. I became half a Texan.
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Around Christmas I got a little homesick, since that is the time of the year that you usually spend with your family, but in the end I enjoyed my winter here a lot. I met a lot of my host parents’ family and hung out with friends. All in all, the traditions are not too different in Germany and Texas. Since then, the time has passed so fast I still can’t grasp that it is already spring and my days here are numbered. Prom and graduation are coming closer and closer and I am just as excited as my host sister, who is a senior and is graduating in only a few weeks. I plan on doing everything that belongs to a great Texas experience and I know that I will miss certain things a lot. I can only say a big THANK YOU to my host family and friends and all those other nice people that made my year here a unique experience and unforgettable. Fiona Marschollek hails from Cologne, Germany, and celebrated her sweet 16 on American soil. She has spent her year living with IN Magazine Sales Executive Dawn Rhodes, her husband, David, and children Katie, 18, and David Christian, 15.
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One of the biggest differences for me was to suddenly live in the countryside while I have spent my whole life living in the big city, but I got used to my new home pretty fast. Even though the school had not started yet by the time I came to Texas, I still got to meet a lot of friends
The one thing I like the most about American high schools is the school spirit. The way the students support each other and the school’s sport teams (football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, golf, etc…) is something I had never seen before because my school at home has no extracurricular activities. If you are interested in sports or drama or photography, you join clubs after school. Football is definitely the most popular and celebrated sport in Texas.
And I loved going to my school’s football games and supporting our team.
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t is hard to imagine being away from home for 10 months without the people you are used to always being around you. Without your family and friends and confronted with another culture, it is very important to have a host family that helps you to get along in the new surroundings. Such is the life of a foreign exchange student.
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From Paris, With Love The first restaurant, as we know it today, opened in Paris in 1765, when M. Boulanger, a tavern keeper, served a dish of sheep’s feet, or trotters, in a white sauce as a restorative. Due to the hardships of the French Revolution, many chefs who had been employed by the nobility or monarchy fled France to escape the guillotine. Many found sanctity in surrounding churches with bishops -- consequently the chef hat was born.Today French food has veered away from the heavy sauces of yesteryear to nouvelle cuisine. The following is a nouvelle recipe that has an updated flavor with a healthy twist. Stuffed Tenderloin with Lobster and Roasted Red Bell Peppers and Spinach 1.5 beef tenderloin (cleaned from butcher and filleted) 2 lobster tails (deshelled from butcher) 1 can Roland roasted red bell peppers 1 bag of baby spinach 1 roll butcher twine 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon salt/lowery seasons/or 1 teaspoon Cavender Greek seasoning 1 teaspoon virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon chili powder In a boiling pot of salted water, blanch the spinach until vibrant in color (about two minutes). Remove from water and let dry on a towel nearby. Bake lobster tails in an oven, on a rack at 145 degrees, for 18 minutes. Pull out and let cool.
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Next, take the tenderloin that has been filleted from the butcher and place a layer of spinach, a layer of red bell pepper and a layer of lobster in the middle. Then, roll and tie the tenderloin together with four knots of butcher twine. Coat with olive oil and add all seasonings to tenderloin. To prepare tenderloin to a medium temperature, cook in oven for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.
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London Calling With a heavy influence of Indian food in London, a lot of curries and fruit chutneys are being used as a healthy alternative to heavier fare. Below you will find a recipe for roasted tomato elephant garlic chutney, which goes really well with grilled chicken. 4 oven roasted tomatoes 1 tsp red chili pepper 30 grams fresh ginger 2 cloves roasted elephant garlic 60 grams raisins 2 tsp salt 1 small onion 2 ½ cups sugar 1 ½ cups vinegar ½ cup almonds ½ cup water
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Add all above ingredients and boil for five minutes, stirring constantly, then move to blender and blend to a thick paste.
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Chef Ryan Page hails from from Cincinnati and has a passion for art and science. He took up cooking and has been cooking in fine dining restaurants for the past 20 years. Chef Page has had the pleasure to help open establishments such as Eagle’s Bluff and Villa di Felicita and his culinary path has recently placed him at Willow Brook Country Club as the Executive Banquet Chef, cooking up tasty treats for Tyler peeps.
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“We’re just seeing a ton of overuse injuries now,” says Dr. Patrick Wupperman, an orthopedic surgeon with Azalea Orthopedics. Parents have children playing year-round baseball as young as age seven and eight, or year-round gymnastics and basketball. “I think it’s become even more prevalent in the last six years, but whenever I was a kid ... we played every sport. We cross-trained. Now, it’s all specialized, which is kind of the issue. There’s no time to recover.”
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Wupperman’s education includes a sports medicine fellowship with Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Ala. Andrews is founder of the American Sports Medicine Institute and a famous orthopedic surgeon who has operated on big names in multiple sports. Andrews also is chairman of an initiative called STOP — Sports Trauma and Overuse Prevention. The program was designed by the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine to address the issue of overuse injuries in young athletes.
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“Pros are being paid millions to rehab,” Wupperman says. “They rehab for eight hours a day.”
Specific guidelines to help avoid injuries in each sport are outlined on the STOP website, www. stopsportsinjuries.org, including, for instance, the maximum number of pitches a child should throw each game, by age. Other baseball recommendations include not playing year-round, not playing on more than one team with overlapping seasons and never using a radar gun. Catching problems early also is important. Most of the younger children Azalea doctors see don’t need surgery.
Children might get tired of doing their required rehabilitation exercises and just quit playing altogether. Although his injury was not due to overuse, 16-year-old Coleman Patterson understands the importance of sticking with his rehab. “It’s a long process,” Coleman says.
“It’s so much better to be proactive and to take care of those things on the front end and prevent problems as opposed to having to treat them later,” he says. While Azalea doctors are seeing overuse injuries related to a variety of sports — knee injuries connected to soccer, for instance — by far the most common injuries are those involving knees and elbows, said Dr. Kim Foreman, whose subspecialty is in sports medicine. Foreman is the team doctor for Tyler Junior College. “That is probably far and away the most common overuse or repetitive type thing that we see, and it’s almost always associated with baseball,” Foreman says. Some children, he said, play on two or three different teams, pitching as much or more than major league pitchers. Some young players already have pitching coaches, Wupperman says. By the time they’re 14 or 15, those children have a sore elbow or shoulder. “The amount they’re throwing is incredible,” Foreman said. “There’s absolutely no surprise that they’re breaking down. They’re not as big or as strong as a major league pitcher.” Wupperman notes, in particular, an increase in young athletes having an elbow surgery called Tommy John Surgery. The surgery started out in professional pitchers. Then, college players started having it, and now, he said, 40 percent of the surgeries are for the high school-aged. Sometimes even younger children are faced with having the surgery or giving up the sport.
“Just about everyone gets hurt playing football,” Howard says, and his son was a sophomore playing against older, bigger ahtletes. He says Coleman understands the importance of his rehabilitation — to ensure he returns to the field at 100 percent. Coleman was a sophomore last fall and injured his shoulder playing varsity football, tearing both his anterior and posterior labrum in his right shoulder. He sat on the sidelines after the injury, but continued to play that season, coming off the field after a couple of plays because of the pain. He went to a free sports clinic the morning after the injury occurred, and was doing rehabilitative exercises on the shoulder. Still, he kept hurting, and a trainer advised him to see a specialist. It was a couple of months before he had an MRI performed on his shoulder. Wupperman performed reconstructive surgery on his shoulder Jan. 30. Coleman’s been doing rehab on his shoulder ever since, missing out on basketball and baseball this year, but getting to participate in track. He expects to be released in mid-June, in time to play football. Wupperman says he encourages cross-training. Different sports promote different skills, which ultimately benefits athletes when they get into high school and begin specializing more. “I really encourage parents and kids to diversify and to not specialize in a sport, particularly when they’re young,” Wupperman says.
“There’s kind of a misconception among kids or baseball players that they should hurt when they pitch or throw,” Wupperman says. “We’ve kind of started to educate them that pain is your body telling you there’s something wrong.” A child who seeks help at that point typically can be treated with decreased activity and rehabilitative exercises focusing on stretching and strengthening, Foreman says. “Most of the time kids, especially the younger kids, are resilient enough that they can be treated non-operatively, if they get treated appropriately - which oftentimes means stopping or slowing down for a while,” Foreman said. “Sometimes that’s the problem — is getting the parents on board.” Foreman says that in an ideal world, coaches would understand all the preventative measures they should take to keep a child from experiencing overuse injuries, but often parents are as much at fault as anyone. “We’re having to really teach the parents a lot about what is happening with their kids and why they’re hurting and what they have to do to not continue to have their child injured,” he says. “We’re trying to get them to really see what’s important, which is the health of the child.” That’s a hard message, he said, with parents often just wanting doctors to put a brace on their child, give the child medicine and have the child playing just as before. “That’s not even close to what they really need,” Foreman says, and parents often don’t like hearing that. “All you can do is tell them the way it is, and if they don't like it, they don’t like it. The reality is they’re breaking their kids down…part of the reason we do (sports medicine) is that we want to keep people playing... but sometimes to do that you have to stop for a while.”
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Also, patients are not guaranteed a full recovery. Pros
Coleman is the son of Howard Patterson, a University of Texas at Tyler vice president for intercollegiate athletics. He’s also a longtime soccer coach. He says His son’s injury was not from overuse, noting Coleman was hurt playing football.
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“They’re not little professionals. They’re little kids,” Wupperman says. “Their ligaments and tendons and growth plates aren’t as strong as a 25-year-old professional player... they’re going to wear out.”
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STORY BY ERIN CONNOLLY here are different approaches to healing the pain that ails you, ranging from bed rest and no heavy lifting to physical therapy and/or surgery. Naturally, the least invasive methods are the preferred option and the old adage often proves true that “time heals all wounds.” “About two-thirds of the causes of back pain will resolve with initial conservative treatment. Rest and “over the counter” pain medication, with the use of heat and ice is the first mode of treatment,” says Dr. Ledlie, “This may also consist of graduated physical therapy, massage therapy, manipulation or bracing.”
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There are different approaches to healing the pain that ails you, ranging from bed rest and no heavy lifting to physical therapy and/or surgery. Naturally, the least invasive methods are the preferred option and the old adage often proves true that “time heals all wounds.” “About two-thirds of the causes of back pain will resolve with initial conservative treatment. Rest and “over the counter” pain medication, with the use of heat and ice is the first mode of treatment,” says Dr. Ledlie, “This may also consist of graduated physical therapy, massage therapy, manipulation or bracing.”
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“I take people from pain to promise. I just don’t want anybody to live where they don’t know the value of who they are and how special they are. I think there are so many women who don’t know that.”
who we are. We don’t know who we are any more. We’ve lost our spirit. We get to a place where we go, ‘Who is this person I’m actively working at being and does she have integrity?’ So I began a search quite a few years ago.”
Joyce Buford should know. She is a life coach and motivational speaker who has also gone through the painful process of reinventing herself and her life and come out on the other side, happy and fulfilled. Now she works to help other women figure out their passions, recognize their promise and potential and overcome the fears that stand between them and their goals. Buford’s own journey began several years ago.
Buford studied The Sedona Method. She also trained under Jack Canfield, a motivational speaker and author who is best known as co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. The series currently has 200 titles and 112 million copies in print in more than 40 languages. She said that and a great deal of additional study has brought her to a place where she can really help people go through life changes and get where they want to be.
“We go through stages in our lives where we wake up one day and we’re just not where we thought we would be,” Buford said. “Or our marriage just didn’t work out the way we thought it would work out. So it precipitates changes, painful changes.”
“My company’s name is Second Wind, and that’s really what it’s about. It’s focusing on women going through transition. Many times in our lives, I think particularly in a woman’s life, she needs to reinvent herself.That’s what I did. Going through some of those painful times is really a growth period for us. We need to remember that and accept that it’s taking us someplace else.”
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“But no matter what prompts the change, we all go through several stages to erect ourselves again and to know who we are again. Usually when we’re going through such grief, we’ve lost
Buford offers individual and group life coaching. Group coaching ranges in size from six to 10 people and spans a six-week time period. It involves working on different issues and exercises. Each member has assignments to complete. They talk on the phone and get back together weekly to discuss their efforts. Buford says there are other coaches in the area, but she’s the only one focusing on women 40-plus who are going through transition in their lives.
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Buford acknowledges life changes usually have a precipitating event. They’re not always brought about by divorce, and Buford does not want to be considered solely a divorce coach. Life changes can also stem from loss of a job, death of a loved one, or even just simply by going through the different phases of life and the changes and thoughts that come with that.
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“I decided I wanted to help other women go through this with less frustration and confusion so they can come out in the end with a plan,” she said. “And a little clarity about where they want to go, actually a lot of clarity about where they want to go, and an action plan to get there.” She says the most important thing to remember is that we all have inside of us the answers to our passions and our promise. “When people get stuck, when they ask those questions, ‘Is this all there is? Is this it? Come on, is this really it!’ And ‘How did I get here?’ I really want people to know there’s a way to just turn that around. It’s important to me. And I don’t want it to take as long as it took me. I think realizing you can call out for help, which could be through your God, your higher power, certainly, that’s one avenue. You can also call on friends, you can call on coaches, you can call on many resources, but the important thing is you’ve got to act. You’ve got to get up and do something. “I don’t think I really realized I had so many resources. I’ve traveled and done other things that pulled me away from the area, but it didn’t deal with the problem. So when we take our eye off of it, that’s when we really need to act.
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We need to make a plan and we need to move forward.”
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Buford’s Second Wind life coaching business has been operating for two years, but she says it’s really just the next step in something she’s been doing her whole life, helping empower her women friends.
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“I am about service, always. From the days I got so involved in Discovery Science Place. I was always a volunteer in the community, and I get a lot of pleasure out of doing that. For me, being a person who likes to serve, that’s why I was drawn into the coaching business.” Buford is working on a web site for her business, and expects to have it up and running in July. She hopes that when that happens, her business will expand to coaching not only outside of the greater Tyler area but also nationally and internationally. “I have an overall goal to reach as many women as I can with this message. Now, it’s not a set number. I just want to reach women and make this transition with them. I do know that it will be an international company some day. That brings a lot of excitement. Think of all the different nationalities I will be working with. We all go through changes no matter what country we live in.” Buford says internal fears can be the biggest impediment to achieving your dreams, and the hardest part is just starting down that path to change. “Every time we change a level, it’s really scary. And when we raise ourselves up a notch, go a step further, take responsibility for today, say no to somebody, just make difficult choices, there’s a lot of fear that comes with all of those decisions, and it holds us back. “It’s really there because of past experiences where we were hurt. It’s a protective mechanism for us, but we don’t want to stay there with all the fear. We have to move forward, accept it for what it is, develop habits that play down those fears and move forward. “All leaders, all decision-makers, have these fears that they go through.The difference is they don’t let their fears stop them. We all stop a lot.
I stopped a lot. But as I grew older I stopped stopping, and even as I’ve gotten into this work, I am so much more confident. I recognize the fear and I work with it, and I still keep going. I’m not going to settle. I’m going to move forward. Because I know inside me I have a message and I want to give it to every woman I can.” Buford also believes in the power of a strong support system. “I have supportive friends, and those that know me feel great about it. They encourage me and support me. I also have acquaintances that look at me and go, ‘Why are you doing this?’ But that’s the difference between those who know you, love you and accept you and want the best for you, and those who don’t. “There are a lot of affirmations you can say about yourself. We all need to do some work to stop those thoughts that have stopped us in the past. We also talk about this vision of where we want to go and what we want to be.” Buford recently held an introductory event at Holly Tree Country Club.The two-hour evening event gave those in attendance a clearer idea about what life coaching involves and the benefits it offers. She plans to hold additional events in the future. For more information on Second Wind, call 903-520-0418 or send an email to 18747@suddenlink.net. You can also find it on Facebook and Twitter. Joyce Buford doesn’t care how you find her, just that you take advantage of the help she offers to make your own life transition quicker and easier than it would be otherwise. “Setting goals and finding what’s golden to youthat’s what it’s all about,” she laughed.
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According to the Economic Research Service, each meal or snack eaten away from home adds an average of 134 calories, compared with the same meal or snacks prepared at home. Not information you want to hear when heading out to vacation for a few days. Eating out definitely makes it more challenging to eat healthy, but it can also be a challenge (sometimes) to eat healthy and be polite while visiting the home of friends or family. You want to enjoy your favorite foods, but how can you do it without ruining everything you have worked so hard to maintain. Although it does take additional thought, there are things you can do to have some control of what you eat. Snacks for the road are one of the best ways to make sure your calories don’t get out of control, not to mention your budget. Snacks that you can bring will definitely give you more nutrition with fewer calories than the quick stop at the convenience store. Some of Continued on pg. 72 >
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If that sounds familiar, you may be like me and struggle to be consistent with exercise and healthy eating during your summer travels. Long trips at the mercy of restaurants, highways, friends and family can lead to many extra calories with little time for exercise.
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my favorites for the car are bananas, grapes, carrots, 100 calorie snack bags of almonds (as opposed to the big bags at convenience stores). And if you have not found them yet, individual servings of peanut butter are available at your local grocery store. With a throw-away knife and a loaf of bread, you can have a little sandwich in the car or a dip with an apple. One of my favorite things while traveling is dining out. I love trying out the local restaurants and enjoying the freedom from my own kitchen. Yes, indulging on vacation is a given, but you can put together a little plan of action at the beginning of each day for eating out. •Choose one meal a day to add a few extra calories and bank those extra calories in the other meals. You don’t have to overindulge at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Decide where your calories will go for that day. •Think about what may not be important to you and ask the waiter / waitress to leave that item off your plate. For example, leave off the fries or coleslaw that comes with the meal. If it is on the plate, even if you don’t like it, you are more likely to eat it. I call that wasted calories; paying for calories I did not care about in the first place. •Don’t eat your way to dessert. If you know you will have dessert, cut back on the meal and appetizer to save for that favorite dessert. It is hard to follow these same tips when dining at the home of friends or family and still be a generous guest. As opposed to just saying NO to your hostess when offered something to eat, let them know you are saving for their yummy special….that is later to come. Staying consistent with exercise on vacation can be tough. Although you may not get to exercise as you do at home, staying active on your travels will help you maintain your fitness and weight. As with eating, do a quick assessment of your surroundings for a plan of action. •If staying in a hotel, call ahead to see if there is gym. Don’t set yourself up for failure attempting to work out everyday; pick just a few times that may be doable. •If you do not have a gym or physical limitations, get a work out by taking the stairs of the hotel. •Check out any nature trails that may be in your area and choose walking as an activity to spend time with family and friends.
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•Bring an exercise band. It is easy to pack and a quick way to get a little strength-training workout to get your day started.
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As with anything in life worth having, it takes a little time and preparation to get it. Don’t let your summer travels be an excuse not to exercise or eat healthy.Take a little time to think about how you can add in a little exercise and enjoy your food without overindulging. With a plan you can avoid sabotaging your fitness program and stay healthy with your summer travels.
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NEW S T Y The living room color scheme was inspired by the large oil painting titled “Hans” by Joan Mitchell. The painting above the carve marble mantel is titled “Yellow Self Portrait” by Hans Hoffman.
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STORY BY RACHEL STALLARD o Marilyn Richey, beauty is in the details. From the raised ceilings with recessed lighting that shows off her extensive art collection, to the dark shades in the bathroom that block out glare so she can see the television set built into the mirror, every aspect of the completely remodeled 1986 Tyler home features her personal approval stamp. This is the fourth home the builder’s daughter has remodeled in nearly six decades. Her daughter-in-law, Dabney, as well as professional home designer, Harry Crouse, credit her with a talented eye. Crouse, in particular, has been working alongside Richey for the last 20 months. “I was here nearly every day, picking out all the little touches,” she says. “I’ve always loved decorating. I guess I’m starting to get things right.The background of being involved in what (my dad) did has helped me. I never get tired of looking at things.”
Her house is about 1,200 square feet smaller than the one she shared in a nearby neighborhood with her recently deceased husband. She knew she wanted to downsize and was watching for something to come available in this gated community. She found the location, but she had to work around the inside. “We totally gutted the house all the way to the brick walls,” she says. With the help of Tom Deibel of Deibel Custom Homes and Crouse, proprietor of 205 Interior Designs in Kilgore, the home received a total makeover. In as many places as possible, they raised the ceilings, opening up the space to look lighter and improve flow for entertaining family and friends. They also widened the walls to “give it the appearance of having some strength and stability,” Crouse says. Add in a piece-by-piece handcrafted wooden floor (as well as hand textured), and you have the appearance of a modern English castle. Continued on pg. 84 >
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“The fabrics themselves are pieces of art,” says Crouse of Richey’s selections in full-length silk curtains, upholstered furniture and throw pillows, and even the cushioned chair seats in the dining room. “She was involved with every detail.”
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“I knew what my needs were. And I could see them in this house when I bought it. Although it was very dated, I could see it had a lot of possibilities to make it fit my needs.”
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One of the largest additions was an entire master suite where a backyard courtyard used to sit. By widening the house at the dining room columns, they not only added a breakfast nook, but also a bedroom and bathroom area that can easily be closed off for privacy. One of Richey’s favorite parts is how it wraps around so she can still see “the entire house” even from across the small courtyard. While she enjoys her living areas the most, decorating the guest rooms was just as special to her. The bathroom the family refers to as “the jewelry bathroom,” looks as if it is one large piece of onyx throughout, from floors to tiles to shower. “I saw this design at the tile store and I walked right to it,” she says. “I knew this was what I wanted in here.” In a room geared more toward her eight grandchildren, a bedroom with a complementary bathroom looks like a wilderness adventure. Featuring blues and greens as well as bamboo and nature posters, any child would feel like
they were sleeping among the open skies. An avid entertainer to her three sons’ families, as well as to friends, she made sure the laundry room held an additional dishwasher and refrigerator to accommodate more guests. A wet bar with a wine chiller is also in full-service when needed, but it is disguised behind a wallpaper-paneled door when not. As for extremely modern conveniences, all the lights, sounds and adjustments throughout the house run through her iPad. “I am proud of this place,” says Crouse, who made many drawings of each aspect of the home as he determined its overall appearance. “We transformed this house into something completely new and everything we did was very personal. It is ‘her house,’ Everything about it is strictly Marilyn and it can never be reproduced.” And it turned out, Richey adds, “exactly how I wanted it.”
The den is accented with exotic animal elements with a backdrop of finely detailed paneling added in the renovation.
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STORY BY JANET GREGG rom the layout of the streets to the many trees, fabulous homes and exquisite landscaping, The Cascades subdivision by any definition is quite lovely. But there’s one home on Hogan Drive that truly offers a feast for the eyes, both inside and out. It was built by twin brothers Todd Williams and Eric Williams, co-owners of TCMC Commercial, LP. Architect Clay Nelson of C. A. Nelson Architects in Dallas designed it in a European Eclectic style. “I like the style of the house,” Todd Williams said. “The construction process took about 18 months, and overall about two years from start to move in for the homeowners.” The homeowners, who wish to remain anonymous, say their home was one of the first houses built in The Cascades. The family of five, plus two big dogs, finds the 8,500-square-foot, two-story house ‘cozy.’ “It just kind of got away from us in the building process,” the wife smiled wryly. Her husband especially likes the layout of the house, its functionality and having room for everything. The family more than doubled their living space. The house they moved from, in The Woods subdivision, was a 3,500-square-foot sideboard with a big porch.
The new home, which was completed in November 2007, features five bedrooms and five full bathrooms, plus two half baths. It has a fourcar garage, a game room, media room, upstairs and downstairs laundry, a mud room, a study, an office nook, a family room off the breakfast area, a living room, formal dining room, three fireplaces and an outside living area complete with a swimming pool. But those are just the basics. What makes this home really special, are the details that were incorporated for both the adults and the children. “The children’s favorite part of the house is the loft,” the wife said. The two boys share an attic space over their bedrooms, complete with iron ladders mounted to the walls in each room. Each boy has his own trap door he can open and shut. There’s also a big bucket on a pulley to pull up their toys. The loft, which is about 10 feet wide, also features a hammock chair and a couple of handles attached to the wall so the boys can do flips. The best part, though, is that the loft is painted to make it look like a tree house. The third child’s bedroom features a small connected room that serves as a playroom. The plan is that it will evolve as she grows, to ultimately become a study for homework when she’s in high school. And for the adults, the details are everywhere. It truly is a feast for the eyes at every turn, in
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original state. Most have been dismantled and are being used in a multitude of different ways. The ornate framework on a cabinet was removed to serve as frames for the mirrors in the master bathroom. The cabinet itself was built in at the end of a hall to hold family pictures. “The biggest surprise, including all of the antiques and artifacts, was building around those and customizing the house for those,” Williams said. “That was probably the most interesting part of building this house. It was challenging and interesting. I like all of the architectural features inside and out. “And the different ceiling types. There are coin vaults and then the brick and the stone on the outside and the slate roof, I like all of that. But the architectural features of this house to me are great.” The homeowners worked with Stephanie Vasso, of Vasso Design Associates, on the interior design.
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“They gave Stephanie a lot of the ideas about what they wanted and Stephanie really worked to make them happen and get the end result they wanted,” Williams said. “The uniqueness of this house is what I really like. All of the custom features and unique things you just don’t see in
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other houses. Every decision and the number of decisions, you don’t think about that when you’re first going into it as a homeowner. But that’s what was so much fun for me as a builder, was not doing the everyday stuff.” “The biggest surprise – the most unexpected thing - was just how much attention to detail you have to give a project like this, that was probably the biggest surprise,” the wife said. “I just didn’t expect it to suck my life dry for two solid years. I mean every day you have to think and figure out things you don’t think you have to think about.” “You see the stone header above our windowsills – well what kind of stone, how do you want it, is it one piece or more? Do you want it two inches off of the frame or even with the frame or broken up? I mean every decision you have to make. Every decision involves probably a hundred micro-decisions.You just think. ‘Oh, let’s just figure out the stone above the headers.’ So that’s just one micro-decision in a hundred for that one little part of the house.” The homeowners say they definitely knew they wanted the house to be eclectic. “There’s something in each little room that’s different,” the wife said. “It’s definitely not every
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“I did not know, though, that it would end up like this. It was really an evolution. But then it got to be so fun. You’d get one little antique item and incorporate it, then you’d say, that’s the coolest idea ever, where else can we create this neat, cool look? And then it became a challenge for everything in the house to have a unique perspective.”
“One thing about this house that was challenging is that there are five different levels to the house,” Williams said. “That was a challenge from a construction standpoint and that is unique to this house and something that you don’t see in most houses. It’s difficult to do and somewhat costly to do, and it takes more time to do it like that, but they didn’t want giant walls on the back side of the houses facing the golf course.”
“The outside of this house has been replicated twice in town,” the wife said. “I know it’s a compliment, but it doesn’t mean I like it!” she laughed.
At first when you hear five levels, you think five stories, but that’s not the case. This is a twostory home in which you step up or down a few steps when going from room to room. For example, there are several steps to climb when entering both master bedroom closets.
“As crazy nice as everything is in here, I don’t get this formal feeling,” Williams said. “It’s very usable and functional and warm and cozy and comfortable, very, very comfortable. The layout gives it that feel.”
“All of the custom woodwork, masonry work, doors, windows, everything in here is custom made, and that’s what I’ve had people come back to me and comment on, on how it all ties together,” Williams said. “Stephanie did a super job in accomplishing that. Using all of these different materials and making it all come together was a challenge, but that’s what the people I talk to seem to appreciate. I mean from the floors to the cabinets, all of it.” “Even outside, you see the column? You have stone, and then the brick tile pavers,” the wife added. “Our architect added that in. They’re laid at an angle and then the rest of it, there’s just a lot of attention to detail to make it interesting.” One of the most challenging aspects for the builders was adhering to the neighborhood design committee’s regulation that every house must be built in accordance with the flow of the property. The land the home is built on drops ten feet from the front of the
The ultimate compliment is when other people replicate features of your home into theirs. “Without a doubt, several people have asked for elements of this house to be included in the ones they’re building,” Williams said. “They love this brick and the finish on this brick. We can’t do that again though. It was actually a small disaster, a piece of coal that turned into a diamond. But several people who have seen it have called me and asked me for some of
The outside of the home complements the inside. David Rolston of David Rolston Landscape Architects in Dallas was the landscape architect. David Cordell of Landvisions brought Rolston’s design to life.
“The reason why I love my house so much, and yes I love the architecture of it, but it’s really because it just feels like home,” the wife said. “It’s a big house, but I think it’s cozy and homey and we’re so comfortable here. There’s nothing you can’t spill or knock over or crash into that can’t be replaced. Everything’s so old, one more scrape or dent doesn’t matter.” When asked if she still loves it as much as she did when she moved in five years ago the wife smiled, nodded her head slightly and said, “Yeah – I love it. I’m in love.”
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Creating a structure for your sanctuary is all about getting the unique details right, a process that is especially rewarding in East Texas, says Kelly Hanna of Art Deck-o. “East Texas is my favorite part of Texas because we have trees and hills and beauty. The people of East Texas are just a lot of fun,” laughs Hanna. “East Texans know beauty and appreciate art.” Not only can decks offer access to nature and water features, like spas and swimming pools, decks can also anchor shade elements, a crucial consideration during hot East Texas summers. Pergolas, trellises, or patio covers all offer innumerable customized options for making you comfortable alfresco when loved ones are seeking relief from summer temps. Bench seating and stairs can improve access to your backyard and make gathering together a pleasure. “The best part of what we do, is creating a new look every time. I get bored real easily,” says Hanna, who loves creating a unique combination for each client. “It’s one of the few things you can do for others and have them happy as can be when you leave.” Blinged Out and Ready to Relax: Those Personal Touches Once your backyard begins to take shape, it’s time to cultivate the mood of your retreat. That’s when the fun really begins, like adding funky accessories to a good, classic wardrobe. “We joke that we are like personal shoppers,” says Denise Reid of Ellis Pottery, an extensive Longview store filled with everything imaginContinued on pg. 106 >
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1. Technology. What do GPS, Facebook, Skype and on-line banking have in common? Transparency. We live in a transparent world. One way to express that is by using products that are clear, translucent or fluid-like with a soft sheen or high gloss. I love the crystalline sparkle of Schonbek’s Refrax pendant and Swarovski’s spectacular Cascade chandelier. 3-Form’s “Bubble” poured glass and “Bios”, an eco-resin that looks like rain are also favorites of mine. 2. Structure Integrated With Nature. I especially love this amazing aquarium built right into the floor. Bluworld of Water has ingeniously transformed a decorative element into a stunning piece of functional art.
Architects emphasizes the importance of water conservation in her design work.
Water efficiency measures in commercial buildings can easily reduce water usage by 30% or more. In addition, typical landscaping practices account for 30 percent of the 26 billion gallons of water consumed daily in the US*. A rainwater collection system with native plants can drastically reduce this demand”, says Brandy.
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4. Caring For The Planet. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and AP means accredited professional. LEED measures things like sustainable sites and water conservation. Architect Brandy Ziegler LEED AP and partner with Fitzpatrick
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3. Natural Swimming Pools. FNC Ponds set the standard. “A natural swimming pool consists of water zones, plants, aggregates and a patented biological filtration system. No chemicals are used. Water is purified the same way Mother Nature clarifies streams, with plants and beneficial microorganisms. An eco-friendly pool allows for low energy consumption while creating a beautiful, chemical-free swimming experience”, describes owner Tanner Todd.
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“In a rainwater harvesting system, the water is stored and the water quality is checked by the building’s own smart monitoring system.
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Then it is pumped to irrigate the landscaping, thereby reducing the burden on public infrastructure”, adds Brian Phillips LEED AP, Fitzpatrick Architects. Matt Rader is LEED AP and a managing director with CBRE. His specialty is working with architects and interior designers such as myself who like to design with energy conservation and tax savings in mind. “The careful design of the building systems can conserve a tremendous amount of our natural resources. When combined with the science of construction, even in interior design, the financial savings can be significant. And we are protecting our planet. Sustainable design is winwin. Everyone benefits well into the future”, explains Matt. 5. Caring For Ourselves. If you forego traveling to enjoy your own home, escaping to an oasis for rejuvenation is vital. Bisazza Italian glass mosaics are the quintessential element to add the necessary luxury and subtle sparkle to any indoor or outdoor pool, bath or spa. *Source: US Green Building Council Where to Buy Whether you test the waters or dive right in, a registered professional can help you go beneath the sustainable surface and save significantly. Products shown are available through trade professionals and on-line as noted. Locate a registered interior designer or architect at tbae.state.tx.us
Patricia Canfield is an interior designer registered with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, NCIDQ-certified, and Founder/Owner of deCamville Design, a Texas-based full-service commercial interior design and architecture consulting firm established in 2000. She recently developed the “Interior Design & Architectural Studio” curriculum for Tyler Junior College. patriciacanfield@decamvilledesign.com. Visit decamville-design.com
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Resources •Visit Fitzpatrick Architects for sustainable projects like FRESH by Brookshires (freshbybrookshires.com) and Corporate Green at Eagles Nest (corporategreentyler.com); fitzpatrickarchitects.com 903.592.0728 •Shop FNC Ponds Stone and Grass for natural swimming pools, koi ponds and waterfalls; fncponds.com 903.592.9300 •Contact CBRE’s Matt Rader, Managing Director Cost Segregation; matt.rader@cbre.com, cbre.com 214.979.6350
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Dear Organizer,
I’ve attached a picture of my home office desk. No matter how hard I try to keep it organized, it always ends up looking like this pile of chaos. Some of this pile is unopened mail, junk mail and other miscellaneous papers. Please tell me what to do and how to keep it up! Signed, Frustrated with Piles Dear Frustrated, There are lots of reasons why our papers can get out of control. No systems in place, don’t know how to create a system, and don’t have time are a few of the reasons I hear most often.
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Filing – for papers to be filed Action or Assign – for papers that need a follow up action or to be assigned to another person Shred – for papers that need to be shredded Toss – for papers to be tossed in the garbage – i.e., envelopes, junk mail Open each piece of mail. Place the envelope in the Toss pile and place the document in the appropriate pile… either to be filed, shredded or an action needs to be taken on the document. (Be sure to protect your identity and shred anything with your name and an account number if the paper doesn’t need to be kept.) After all the mail has been opened, place the Toss pile in the garbage. One pile down, three more to go! Place the Shred pile in your shredder… two piles to go! Place the Filing pile in your To Be Filed box or take a few more minutes to file the few papers you get on a daily basis in your filing system…one pile to go!
Order a Daily/Monthly File Sorter to be used as your Action File Sorter from your local office supply store and place papers that require an action or follow-up within the appropriate date. Make a note on your calendar for event or follow-up. For example, if you are invited to a wedding shower for June 23rd, place the invitation in the Action File sorter under June 23rd and add a note on your calendar or smart phone for the same date.This simple action will keep the piles of papers off your desk and in the Action File. You will be able to go directly to the appropriate date and find the needed item quickly. Finally, create a filing system that is simple and easy, that works for you. The point of an effective filing system is to be able to file the document quickly and to be able to retrieve the document with in 3 minutes or less. An easy to use filing system will motivate you to stay on top of your paper work and avoid another messy pile up of daily papers. Happy Organizing!
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In the case of the picture, we need to address the In Box system first, which is generally not in place. Is there a place for daily papers to be placed until it can be gone through? If not, my first recommendation is to place an In Box near
Second, set up a system to go through the mail on a daily basis which should only take about 5 to 10 minutes per day. I use the FAST™ method. Place 4 post-it notes on the counter with the following titles until you get used to the system (Remember … it takes 21 days to make a new habit):
Place the Action pile in an Action File Sorter… and voila… you’re done! Try to stay on top of your daily mail every day or two to prevent it from piling up and becoming overwhelming.
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One of the first questions I ask my clients, is “what’s working and what’s not working with your system?” We don’t want to focus or necessarily change what is working... we want to focus on what is not working. I want to understand the current system, whether good or bad, so I can create a solution going forward.
the entry point of the home. If your entry is from the garage, then place a bin or box near the back door or the closest room to the back door to collect the daily mail, school forms to be signed, etc.
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Five years ago, the First United Methodist Church of Bullard was losing a beloved church member and Greta’s good friend, Genny Wood, to terminal cancer. The church was also seeking financial support of the Mission House of Bullard.
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Greta’s solution was the Genny Wood Fine Art Show, a show that honors the life of an artist and benefits the Mission House. This year’s show is on Nov. 3 during the Red, White, and Blue Festival, as it is every year, at the First United Methodist Church Family Center.
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her, she just exuded it.” Those who knew Genny best could see her drive for teaching and giving back to the community through her adult art classes and as a volunteer and board member of the Mission House of Bullard. But Genny’s community impact was hindered in 2008, when she was diagnosed with cancer and only had a few months left to live. “Genny had great aspirations for Bullard,” Greta says. “She wanted to have either antiques on the square or she wanted to have art. Whatever we did, she wanted it to be big.” Greta’s solution was the first Genny Wood Fine Art Show to give Genny the pride of knowing East Texas would have the opportunity to buy and appreciate art – and the Mission House financial needs would be fulfilled.
After 40 years of teaching art, Genny retired but continued to inspire others, including Greta, to develop a love for art by offering adult classes to teach art as a hobby.
Greta, Katherine and Sharon Starwalt had only two months to organize that first successful fine art show, which became the foundation for an annual event that would continue to develop over the years.
“She was just such a precious lady and she inspired us to do something great,” Katherine Bunce, Genny’s friend and art show co-coordinator says. “Art was one thousand percent in
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“The family allowed us to climb in bed with her and tell her all about the show,” Katherine says. “She was so weak that her eyes would be closed the whole time but if we mispronounced one of her friends’ names she would correct us. I believe she was hanging on just waiting for the show because it was so important to her.” This year’s 5th Annual Genny Wood Fine Art Show, described by organizers as “a rare, priceless treasure for East Texas” will attract notable artists from around the country to sell their art and help raise funds for the Mission House of Bullard foundation. Returning local artists, as well as new artists will be screened by Greta, Katherine and Sharon to assure a worthwhile, high-quality show. “We don’t let just anyone off the street come and be in our art show,” Greta says. “I have had several people tell me it is the best show in East Texas and we are really proud of it.” The Family Life Center at the Methodist Church, which will once again host the show, will be transformed from a gymnasium to a wall-to-wall, well-organized display of about 45 artists. Checkout registers are located near the entrance. For the past five years, 20 percent of all proceeds brought in by the art show are given to the Mission House. Organizers are hoping for a good turnout. Greta has seen firsthand the powerful impact the Mission House of Bullard has on the community, as a volunteer and member of the board.
“It’s just really fabulous what the Mission House is able to accomplish,” Greta said. Since the nonprofit was organized in 2006, the Mission House grew quickly to accommodate needy families in the community.The non-profit organization, staffed by volunteers, provides food, clothing and medical care to those who can’t afford it otherwise. Clothing is donated by the community and food is provided by the East Texas Food Bank. Services are free for individuals at or below poverty level and those with emergency needs.
“We have such a wonderful camaraderie out here,” watercolor artist and member of the retreat Susan Chelsey says. “Because of this love and interest that we have for art, we have grown to be great friends and better artists all together.” Having wanted an art studio for years, Greta and her husband, John, converted a spare house on their property into a fully functional art studio with work spaces for 15, library, bedrooms for the occasional sleepover and every brush, printer and light that an artist could need. All of the supplies are provided by the Faulkinberrys. “So many artists are totally alone, but we aren’t,” trained artist Mollie Jones says. “This group really developed from the Genny Wood experience and we are a sisterhood here. I love these girls and really appreciate everything Greta has done for us.”
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Both the Casa di Pace Art Studio and Genny Wood Fine Art Show are possible because of Greta’s drive to keep the art life thriving in the small town of Bullard and the needs of the community satisfied.
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The Mission House’s financial resources are met by donations and two annual fundraisers, the Genny Wood Fine Art Show and the Genny Wood Golf Tournament. For the Mission House to continue to support needy families, organizers work hard to make both fundraisers successful. “It has just been a whirlwind experience of organizing this event each year,” Katherine says. “When we first started, we were beating the bushes trying to get people to come, so the quality since then has improved over the years.” This year, for the first time, there is a waiting list for artists who want to join the art show because of an influx of interest and limited space available. Since May, Greta has turned artists away and encouraged them to come back next year. Separate from the annual Art Show, Greta is deeply involved in another ongoing art activity – the Casa di Pace Art Retreat, a weekly event for her and 15 other local women artists.
The women meet every Tuesday to work on their water colors, critique each other’s work and take occasional classes from well know artist such as Paul Jackson and Kathleen Alexander. There is the occasional ‘sleep over’ when the women spend the night at the studio painting, watching movies and enjoying an occasional glass of wine with each other’s company.
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f you think quilting is a lost art, think again. The latest survey on quilting, sponsored by Quilts Inc. and Quilter’s Newsletter, found the art form to be alive and well and growing in America. The survey focused on casual quilters and dedicated quilters - those who spend more than $600 annually on quilting supplies.
Between 2006 and 2010, the number of U.S. households with a dedicated quilter increased 13 percent to more than one million, with the total number 16.38 million. Quilting is a $3.6 billion industry, and despite the economic downturn that began in 2008, spending on quilting grew 9 percent with the average yearly expenditure up 27 percent.
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“I don’t think quilting is a lost art,” said Angie Self, president of the Quilter’s Guild of East Texas. “I think, as with a lot of arts and crafts, there is an ebb and flow over time. They’re popular for a while then they fade but never really go away. They just lose their popularity. And then, for whatever reason, they surge back, and that art form becomes interesting again.”
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Self is in the middle of a two-year term as president. She took up quilting in 2004 after spending years doing other needle arts, primarily counted cross-stitch. She readily admits to quilting with a machine rather than by hand. “Quilting is not just a bunch of old ladies sitting around a frame sewing by hand anymore,” Self said with a laugh. “There are some people who do hand piecing and hand sewing, and its exquisite work, but it does take a lot of time and so much skill to make each stitch tiny and perfect.
That’s a valuable thing these days when time is so valuable, and most people don’t have time for that any more. “Today there are updated techniques and updated fabrics, which makes it easier to put together quilts, and younger women are more interested in that because they don’t have a lot of time. It can be much quicker to make a quilt these days than most people think. And yes, you can still make heirloom quilts on a machine.” After she had been quilting for four to five years, Self decided to tackle what she considers to be the Holy Grail of quilting: a Dear Jane Quilt. The original quilt was completed in 1863 by a 46-year-old farmer’s wife named Jane Stickle. It now resides in the Bennington Museum in Bennington,Vt. It has 169 five-inch blocks - each differing in pattern – with a total of 225 different patterns, and it contains a daunting 5,602 different pieces of cloth. Self said it took her three years to complete her Dear Jane Quilt, and when she showed it for the first time, she got a standing ovation from her fellow guild members. The Quilter’s Guild of East Texas formed in 1981 to promote the art and skill of quilting. From fewer than a dozen members then to 242 today, it’s another testament to the popularity of quilting. Members from all over East Texas drive to Tyler for meetings, workshops and seminars. They come from as far away as Winona, Buffalo, Canton, Nacogdoches and Corsicana. “We’re starting to get some younger members now, and I’m excited about that,” Self said. “One of the nice things about guild is when you join
as a new member, you don’t necessarily have to know how to quilt. You attend a newcomers meeting and get paired up with a mentor.” The organization donates a lot of quilts to charity. Many go to the Watkins-Logan-Garrison Texas State Veterans Home, others to hospice and the rest to several other charities around Tyler. The guild also raffles a donation quilt at its annual quilt show, held in conjunction with Tyler’s Azalea Festival. Proceeds are donated to local charities that benefit women and children of East Texas. In July checks for $1,800 will be presented to the Christian Women’s Job Corps, Angel Layettes and Royal Family Kids Camp, a summer camp for foster children. “Quilters are some of the sweetest, most generous and kind people you will ever meet,” Self said. “And most quilters absolutely love new quilters coming in and showing them how to do it. It’s wonderful to watch a new quilter ‘get it’ and get excited about it. I just love quilters.” Connie Rosen of Kilgore is also seeing a renewed interest in quilting. Rosen is owner of Got Quiltz, a custom quilting business that primarily focuses on taking souvenir clothing and turning it into a keepsake quilt. She has made quilts to commemorate championship seasons, college sororities and even one for a wedding present that was made from T-shirts collected by the couple while they dated. Rosen said her quilts commemorate anything from lost loved ones to biker rallies and everything in between. She calls them Legacy or Heirloom Quilts. Rosen has been quilting since she was a child. She has made her own share of traditional quilts, and displays many more made by her mother and grandmother, but her personal favorites are the modern quilts.
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Rosen said one reason she wanted to make quilts for her own children was to help warm up and improve the look of their dorm rooms. “It adds a lot of color to the room. It’s a conversation starter with new roommates, and it’s just a little familiar and comfortable piece of home,” she said. “It shows the new roommate who the kid was, what they were into in high school. It gives them something to talk about, and it’s also a cool looking decoration for the room whether it’s on the bed or the wall.” Rosen is adamant that quilting is not a lost art. She attributes the renewed interest in quilting, especially among the younger generation, to photo sharing on Facebook and Pinterest. It’s helped the industry attract a whole new audience of people who knew nothing about the new trends in quilting.
The best of the best in quilting can be seen each year in November at the International Quilt Festival in Houston. Last year a record 60,680 people turned out to see the more than 1,000 quilts on display from 35 countries, some valued as much as $50,000. “Go to the Houston quilt show and you will be convinced it’s not a lost art,” Self said.
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“I’m talking late teens and early 20s who are so excited about this and want one of these quilts for themselves. They’re excited to have something to do with their keepsake T-shirts that is both useful and decorative and preserves their memories and honors their accomplishments and is unique.These quilts are special keepsakes. It’s fun to see quilting coming back, and it’s bringing in a whole new audience. If the kids can get excited about something, then that’s winning over the next generation and they will hopefully pass on that excitement to their children.”
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Not many summer days go by without the smell of a grill fired up. With an array of foods that are grill-friendly, the possibilities are endless. So whether you’re traveling the countryside or firing up in your own back yard, you can still have amazing food and not miss out on all the festivities.
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I live in the small town of Van, about 30 minutes outside Tyler. At least once a week during the summer months, I get my friends over for some grilling and water fun. There are nine children between the three of us (myself, Melanie and Melena), not to mention our guys with their Photos by Herb Nygren Jr
One of my all-time grilling favorites is a glazed chicken breast. It’s so easy to alter and conform to fit any theme. If your guests do not seem to like sweet and savory together, it is pretty easy to change it up. After all, it is chicken. This time around we’re gonna do it sweet. I’ve shared my recipe for Honey Bourbon Chicken. It’s an easy recipe that is quite a crowd pleaser. Now onto the sides. This is your chance to make something that adds a lot of flavor and color to your summertime meal. Three of my favorite and easy sides are my Grilled Corn on the Cob and Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (I stole that one from Melena haha) and since you’ve got to have some color and the corn is already grilled, corn and black bean salad with a lime dressing. (which I stole from Melanie). So whether you are cooking up some old
family recipesor stealing your friends, you can add your own special touches and make it your own. I like to add avocado to Mel’s salad and a touch of the honey glaze to finish off Melena’s asparagus. Don’t forget the dessert ... and yes that can go on the grill too! My Trifle Skewers are a perfect summer treat with a little caramel sauce for dipping. If you pull them off the grill right at time to eat they are also great with a big ole scoop of homemade vanilla. So if you are spending your summer traveling across the country or water balloon fighting in the back yard, get that grill fired up and have some fun!
Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad with Lime Dressing 15 oz of cooked black beans drained and rinsed 12 oz of grilled corn kernels 1 他 cup chopped red onion 1 large red bell pepper 2 finely minced jalapeno peppers 2 cups diced tomatoescup chopped cilantro 1 large avocado Lime Dressing Lime Dressing 他 cup fresh lime juice zest from 2 small limes 1 Tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 Tablespoons olive oil Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl and set aside. Combine dressing ingredients and mix well. Pour over salad and toss lightly to thoroughly coat all ingredients. Chill several hours before serving. Add chopped avocado just before serving and toss in.
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with Honey Glaze 1 bunch of fresh asparagus 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil pinch salt pinch pepper Equal slices of bacon to asparagus (if you prefer not to add the calories and fat of bacon or do not eat pork you can use turkey bacon...cooking times will vary, and hey you are eating asparagus so the bacon is the reward!!) Wash the asparagus and dry it off (TIP: the tips should be tight ...that shows freshness) Take one stem and bend it until it naturally breaks....that is where you cut the ends off place stems on a large bowl and toss in olive oil and salt and pepper wrap each stem with a piece of bacon...spread out the bacon so it's not too thick grill over medium heat for about 15 minutes...(or at least that's on my grill) watch it and pull it out when the bacon is cooked the way you like it. Brush reserved honey glaze on top or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Trifle Kabobs Pound cake, cut into 1 in cubes Fresh strawberries green tops cut off Fresh mango cut into 1 in cubes 1 lemon for squeezing Alternate pound cake, strawberries and mango onto skewers (soak the skewers to keep them from burning). Place on grill just long enough to warm and mark the fruit. Remove from grill and squeeze fresh lemon on top. Serve with caramel dipping sauce Caramel Dipping Sauce 2 cups of sugar 1/4 tsp cream of tarter 3/4 cup heavy cream In a medium heavy saucepan, combine the sugar and cream of tartar with 1/2 cup water.
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Honey Bourbon Chicken 4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 cup honey Ÿ cup bourbon 1 Tablespoon minced garlic a pinch each salt and pepper Turn the grill on to medium heat and oil. Wash and dry the chicken breasts and lay them flat. Mix all ingredients except the salt and pepper in a small bowl and set some aside for the asparagus later (about Ÿ cup) Take a brush and brush the chicken on both sides with the glaze. Sprinkle with salt and pepper then place them top side down (the flat pretty side). Since all grills are different I like to grill chicken until it is 160* at the thickest part. Yes this is under recommended temp but you can’t forget that it will continue to cook when you take is off the grill.
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corn as needed to keep it from getting charred too much on one side. After a couple of turns, place the corn husk on an indirect heat or on If the ears of corn have many lay- the top shelf of your grill, then close ers of husk on them, peel off only the lid. the first couple of layers, leaving a few layers for protection. Do not Allow the corn to slowly continue remove all the layers. cooking for approximately 15 minutes. Soak the whole cobs in a pot of cold water for 15 minutes. Be sure Remove the corn from the grill. Be the ears are completely covered careful and wear oven mitts as the with water. corn will be very hot!
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While the corn is soaking, preheat Grasping one end with an oven mitt the barbecue grill to a medium or dish towel, peel the husks and silk temperature (350 degrees F). from the top down, they should all come off in one piece. After soaking, remove the corn from the water and shake off any Ashes will get on the corn, but this is excess water. ok. If the corn is too hot to handle, do this part in the sink under warm Begin by pulling the husks of the running water. corn back (but do not completely remove them). Remove only the Once you've removed most of the silk. silk, rinse the corn under hot running water to remove any excess ash and Brush the kernels with butter. silk. Place the prepared ears of corn Serve with butter. on a medium heat grill, rotating the 128 128
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MOLE MASTER AMBITIOUS FORMER MARINE STARTS LOCAL BUSINESS, VALUES CAPTIALISM AND FAMILY
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Tyler, Texas! We have a problem. Right here in Rose City! Trouble! With a capital "T" And that rhymes with "G" And that stands for Gophers! We've surely got trouble! Right here in Rose City! Oh, we've got trouble. We're in terrible, terrible trouble. Oh yes we got trouble, trouble, trouble! With a "T"! Got to rhyme it with "G"! And that stands for GOPHERS…. Oh, you have seen them. Certainly, you have noticed the preponderance of yards which look like mine field all over our gorgeous Tyler. Driving out in the country, one can see acres and acres of the battle scars of gophers and the loosely shaken land ruined by moles. Enter the hero of our story: a former Marine with the looks of a recruitment poster for any of the Armed Services has declared war on the silent killer of our azaleas, lawns, trees and the cause of many sprained ankles. Michael Farnham is a soldier who defended our country with courage at a young, young age—with a wife at home and two little babies. He returned blessed with health and the ambition of the American capitalism dream to own his own business—and he wanted to help others. He is known as the Gopher Whisperer of Smith County to some. Others call him “The Mole Master” of East Texas. But regardless of his title, he is waging a war at home against those causing extensive damage to the beauty of Tyler—gophers and moles. The rodent population is multiplying at an astounding rate with uncountable totals. The destruction is severe; the possible diseases are unthinkable; and the thought of having lots of rats ‘swimming’ and tunneling under our yards is sickening. Yep, moles ‘swim’ under the ground, while gophers create massive tunnels as complex as any maze known to mankind.
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There is danger involved in this war as well. Soccer fields, parks, yards, playing fields look like a prairie dog metropolis. Twisted ankles, equine injuries, child/ student athlete falls and the destruction and death of azaleas, St. Augustine lawns, and, yes, our beloved Tyler rose bushes. When asked what defines him, Michael Farnham quickly responds, “Being honest, hard-working, ethical standards, high goal setter, and a competitor.” It shows when one shadows him like a ground hog.
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Farnham sets traps for the gophers and the nearlyimpossible-to catch moles. He is determined and is caught talking to himself, “I’m going to get this one!” Only my beloved rescued cat, Habibi (Arabic for ‘my precious one’ and nicknamed ‘BeBe’) celebrates capturing moles more than The Mole Master. (BeBe only want them for her own ‘Habibi’s’— and tries to get them to be her baby kittens, a role no mole will portray under any circumstances including a very spoiled cat’s paw.) It is refreshing to see a young man with a family set a dream of his own business and working long hours to make his business a success. Here at home.“I had a small idea, a dream and a will to do something for the community,” he says with modest but honest candor. Starting a business in a tough-as-war economy, Michael tells me he thinks of his favorite Bible scripture when things seem tough: “Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” He seems wise. We shall not discuss what happens to the trapped gophers and moles. There is no reason to do so. Let’s just say they go to a happy farm in the country with a nice family. That’s what my folks always told me about my menagerie of “Can I keep him/ her/it? Can I? I’ll take care of him/her/it! I PROMISE”. Moles have a three-year life span and their most notable characteristic is the webbed feet that are used like paddles to swim through the soil. I always thought it was good to have some moles in order to aerate the yard; but it is this “swimming” motion that can inadvertently damage the roots of crops, plants and other shrubbery when they get too close to the surface. Moles usually have a litter of two to three with gestation period of five to six weeks in the spring. They have to eat seventy to one hundred percent of their body weight daily of worms, grubs, beetles and other insects. They utilize the moisture in their food for water needs. There are seven different species of moles in the United States and have runways just below the surface and in deep tunnels up to a foot below the surface. They are most attracted to moist, shady lawns, parks and orchards.These past dry summers have led them to move closer to homes with irrigated lawns and more and more damage seeking their food and moisture. Gophers are easily identified by their long hard front teeth, tiny ears, small eyes and short tails. There are over 100 types of this rodent in the United States and can grow as large as ten inches. They are only vegetarians—roots, trees (yes, full size trees), shrubs, grass and plants. (They don’t eat grubs as many folks believe.) Gophers are known for building complex underground tunnel systems. They use their front legs and big buck teeth to push the dirt out of their tunnels and onto the grass above. They love to be alone and only one gopher will be found in each individual tunnel system.
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Farnham’s company, which includes brother, Ryan, has over 300 clients and is seeking city, schools, athletic fields, the airport and other expansion clientele. Often, I ask Michael what the count of gophers and moles are for the day. But he defines success as something different than a head count. “Success to me is setting goals and meeting them. I am inspired by overcoming and adapting to trials and being able to live the life I want to live without governmental assistance,” he says almost standing at attention like a Marine should. Michael does not need certification but he received the tough as nails testing and certification for his field. “I’ve had to juggle the idea of food for my family or rent some months,” he admits. His wife, Kelly, and two children, Kaleb (8 year old student at Rice Elementary) and Morgan (their one year old daughter who has Daddy’s eyes and Mom’s beautiful features), look more like models for the Great American Dream Family—their Christmas card photo shows a family of closeness, love of each other, love of their country and deep faith of their convictions. Michael was educated at Robert E. Lee High School,Tyler Junior College and Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida. “I come from a family of three biological brothers, three step brothers and a half-sister—yes, a big family. My father has worked his whole life in hard labor. His values and work ethics were instilled at me at an early age. And, I was in the Marine Corps—I guess that tells a great deal—I was trained to be a perfectionist and proud of it,” this young man with ageless wisdom tells me. And he does work hard. Setting traps and little blue flags to mark the traps is a day in/day our chore. At one location, on two or three acres, he trapped 30 gophers in one day. The damage they cause—and the multiplier birth rate—is like an advanced mathematical equation. He tells me he most admires folks who are “any person who has made something from nothing.” It seems faith can be a strategic business plan and I have such faith and trust in this newest greatest generation. I ask about his service in the Marines and he usually says with a smile, “Once a Marine, always a Marine.” And that is about all. Having never served in the armed services, I am always inquisitive of what they experienced, but from my experience, few will give many details other than, “So many others are the more deserving of the term ‘hero’ than me.”
Semper Fi, a Marine Forever!
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Michael Farnham is a good man. He works hard—rain, shine, heat, cold—he is out there, checking clients’ yards and helping them keep their investments in their yards. He is a friendly sort with a winning smile, a pride of his loving wife and two healthy children, and following his dream of owning a business in the country he defended. The world would be a better place with MORE Michael Farnhams—and FEWER gophers and moles.
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SEVEN HIDDEN GEMS Beat the crowds and discover 8 of Texas’ overlooked state parks. STORY BY ROB McCORKLE
exas state parks make up a sprawling spider web of more than 90 sites stretching from Amarillo to Brownsville and El Paso to Sabine Pass. Most of us have frequented or at least heard of iconic parks like Bastrop, Garner, Palo Duro Canyon and others. But what about the lesserknown, unpolished gems in remote pockets of Texas just begging to be discovered?
Eight miles of marked hike-and-bike trails, license-free fishing and interpretive programs on the park’s abundant wildlife, including more than 200 bird species, add spice to this outdoor “gumbo.”
Whether you’re looking for an off-the-beatenpath spelunking adventure, a glimpse of prehistoric Texas, a place for your kids to see a longhorn or bison, the perfect spot to pitch a tent beneath starry skies or simply a peaceful refuge from frenetic urban life, the following 7 unsung state parks have you covered.
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site Comstock, Val Verde County
For more information, call (409) 755-7322 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/villagecreek.
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Consider spending a day, a weekend or a week in one of these under-the-radar parks and discover why “Life’s Better Outside.” Village Creek State Park Lumberton, Hardin County
Tucked into the hardscrabble Lower Pecos River canyonlands just below the confluence of the Rio Grande and Pecos River, Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site provides compelling insight into 12,000 years of Texas history. Most travelers stop by the 2,172-acre park to see the mesmerizing 4,000-year-old Native American rock art. Multihued and polychromatic blood-red and black pictographs of shamans, animals and other fantastical figures can be found on the walls of Fate Bell Shelter. Stop by the visitors center to view exhibits about the region’s unique natural and cultural resources, as well as dozens of Lower Pecos artifacts. A new video provides an overview of the pictograph sites within the park and touches on present efforts to preserve the pictographs.You can also discover the park’s link to late 19th century black Seminole Indian scouts and the 1880s Transcontinental Railroad.
Texans unfamiliar with East Texas’ otherworldly Big Thicket should spend some time exploring the primitive forests and backwater sloughs within this Southeast Texas park to lose themselves in a world of carnivorous plants, slithering reptiles, flitting birds and hundreds of flowering plants.
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Its location on a major Neches River tributary and proximity to Beaumont and Interstate 10 make Village Creek a handy place to immerse yourself in a 1,100-acre pocket of the sprawling national preserve, whose ecological diversity has earned it the moniker of “biological crossroads of North America.”
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Park visitors can take in the primitive sights and sounds of the Big Thicket by paddling the new Village Creek Paddling Trail that begins at FM 418, meanders through a riparian wonderland and ends at the state park takeout. Rent from an upstream concessionaire or bring your own kayak or canoe, grab one of the several dozen shaded campsites and spend the day paddling the tea-colored waters before kicking back around a cozy campfire. Book way ahead of time if you’re planning to “rough it” in the blufftop, climate-controlled, eight-person cabin.
For more information, call (432) 292-4464 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/seminolecanyon. Copper Breaks State Park Quanah, Hardeman County
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“The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas.” The opening lines from this 1940s hit tune could be the anthem for this remote state park, known for its impossibly clear skies. Star walks are one of two major draws at Copper Breaks, which is decidedly NOT located in the heart of the state, but rather a half-hour drive from the Oklahoma border. A “Meet the Longhorns” program proves a popular Saturday diversion as well.
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Visitors who do travel to this remote, 1,900acre park just below the Panhandle caprock are rewarded with what looks like a classic badlands scene from a Western movie. You almost expect to see Comanche or Kiowa scouts patrolling the cedar brakes and low hills streaked by gray-green veins of copper. The park’s museum documents the area’s Native American legacy, which includes the story of kidnapped Texan Cynthia Ann Parker’s recapture by U.S. troops during the nearby 1860 Battle of the Pease River and the ascendance of her son, Quanah, to Comanche chief. Indian and cowboy artifacts lend a decided air of authenticity to exhibits. Ten miles of multiuse trails, two lakes and 46 campsites serve as additional reasons to make the trek to this off-the-beaten-path park. For more information, call (940) 839-4331 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/copperbreaks.
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No need to pack up the family for a trip to Yellowstone National Park this summer to get a close-up look at an icon of the American West. Just point your minivan or SUV toward the Texas High Plains to Caprock Canyons State Park, about 100 miles northeast of Lubbock. The last remnants of the historic southern plains bison herd, protected by rancher Charles Goodnight in the 1880s, roam 700 acres of restored grasslands inside the 15,300-acre park. They are part of the official Texas State Bison Herd. Seeing the shaggy beasts alone is worth the park’s $4 admission, but Caprock Canyons also boasts a wealth of outdoor opportunities amid spectacular scenery. Check out an audio driving tour guide before descending into the park canyons. Visitors can swim or fish at Lake Theo and stay at one of more than 100 campsites, ranging from campgrounds with full hookups to primi-
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and snakes, thrive amid thick thornscrub, grasslands and tropical-feeling forests of sabal palm, Texas ebony, bald cypress, anaqua, cedar elm and acacia.
Tackle more than 28 miles of trails shared by horseback riders, hikers and mountain bikers or head out to the 64-mile Caprock Canyons State Park Trailway, stretching from the plains atop the caprock to Estelline in the Red River Valley, passing through Clarity Tunnel and crossing 46 bridges.
Fourteen-passenger trams cruise a network of park roads to provide visitors with excellent opportunities to view occasional rare birds, as well as specialty birds such as the common pauraque, great kiskadee, Altamira oriole and plain chachalaca. Trails, lakeside observation decks and boardwalks (some wheelchair-accessible) provide an intimate wildlife-viewing experience.
For more information, call (806) 455-1492 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/caprockcanyons.
5 Kickapoo Cavern State Park Brackettville, Kinney/ Edwards counties
First impressions can be deceiving for first-time visitors to this scruffy and remote Southwest Texas park that lies at the intersection of the Chihuahuan Desert, Edwards Plateau and South Texas plains. Much of the park’s magic lies beneath the surface in 20 known caves. The largest and only cave open to the public is the namesake cavern, accessible through guided flashlight tours every other Saturday. Advance reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling the park.
Today’s Texans should heed the Texan Army’s fevered cry of “Remember Goliad!” at the Battle of San Jacinto and remember to visit this fascinating site.
The recently renovated mission offers glimpses into pre-colonial and Spanish colonial history dating back some 300 years. Take a guided tour of Espiritu Santo’s scenic grounds, historical exhibits, picturesque chapel, granary and workshops. Two other historic sites — the remnants of Mission Rosario (four miles west of Goliad) and Zaragoza’s Birthplace (a half-mile south of the park adjacent to Presidio La Bahía) make up the rest of the park. Nearby stands the Fannin Memorial, commemorating the 1836 execution of Col. James Fannin and 341 of his captured Texian troops by Mexican troops during the Texas Revolution. The word is getting around, too, about the park’s plentiful wildlife and wildflowers, colorful birds, wooded campsites, screened shelters and large swimming pool.
Regular access to the 6,300-acre park became available on June 1, 2010, after more than 20 years of restricted park access to what was formerly the Seargeant Ranch. The park is open four days a week, Fridays through Mondays.
Estero Llano Grande State Park Weslaco, Hidalgo County
Eighteen miles of trails accommodate birders, hikers and mountain bikers. Birders have recorded more than 240 bird species, including the endangered blackcapped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler.
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Like a well-fed 5-year-old, this World Birding Center site is enjoying a tremendous growth spurt, as nature lovers from near and far discover its natural bounty. Since opening in 2006, the park has grown from 146 to 230 acres and become one of the top birding destinations in the feather-crazy Rio Grande Valley. It is the buckle on the belt of nine WBC sites strung along 120 miles of the Rio Grande. Estero Llano Grande, which in Spanish translates to “a wet place on the big plain,” hosts an array of wildlife attracted to its diverse habitat, highlighted by extensive re-created wetlands and the adjacent Arroyo Colorado. More than 300 species of birds, as well as a cornucopia of wildlife, such as alligators, bobcats, frogs, turtles
A scenic 5-mile road traverses several picturesque spots, including the Bee Ledge Overlook atop a 50-foot limestone bluff. In the Shinnery Ridge West Campground, tent campers will find several lakeside campsites ideal for kicking back in solitude or launching a canoe or kayak. The 500-acre park northwest of Waco offers 50 campsites, catering to everyone from the primitive tent camper to RVers seeking electricity, water and sewer hookups. Popular, too, are the park’s screened shelters, six of which are lakeside shelters next to the handsome old stone refectory. Also available are a large airconditioned and heated dining hall ($150 a day) and a new primitive group campground, Cottonwood Cove. Anglers seeking to hook catfish, bream and bass can fish on the lake or cast from the end of a 70-foot ADA-accessible pier. Hikers and birders will enjoy the 5-mile trail system circling Lake Meridian that cuts through a mix of riparian forests, cedar and oak woodlands and limestone escarpments. Try the 1.64mile Shinnery Trail loop for a possible rare sighting of the endangered golden-cheeked warbler. For more information, call (254) 435-2536 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/meridian.
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For more information, call (830) 563-2342 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/kickapoocavern.
For more information, call (361) 645-3405 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/goliad.
This diminutive refuge built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s beckons outdoor enthusiasts with a host of recreational amenities. Most park activity centers on the clear, 72-acre, no-wake lake that is popular with swimmers, anglers and paddlers.
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Be sure to climb the Seargeant Memorial Lookout Trail located right behind the park headquarters for a bird’s-eye view of the park. Campers can choose from 20 campsites, including 15 in the main campground, which has restrooms and showers.
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Meridian State Park Meridian, Bosque County
Goliad State Park’s 188 acres encompass three historical sites along the San Antonio River. Start with a tour of the gleaming white stucco Mission Espiritu Santo, established in 1749 to “civilize” the Native American tribes. Four camping areas and access to a 6-mile hike-andbike trail and the Goliad Paddling Trail complete the package.
Couch potatoes need not apply for the two-hour tour of this 4-million-year-old subterranean wonderland filled with trickling water, giant boulders and bizarre-looking, dissolved-limestone formations. Check out the state’s largest speleothem — 80-foot, twin crystalline calcite columns.
From March through October, visitors gather at dusk in front of Stuart Bat Cave to watch Mexican freetailed bats emerge to forage for insects.
For more information, call (956) 565-3919 or visit www.theworldbirdingcenter.com/ estero.html.
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Finally you are told to place both gloved hands on a pulley attached to a steel cable stretched high above the earth and attached to a harness securely fastened to your body.
The guide looks at you and says, “You’re good to go.”
Blood courses through your veins as the pulse becomes even faster and then hoping the guide has attached everything properly you feel both feet leave the safety of the platform and you pick up speed as you zip down the line.
"the fear you had milliseconds earlier has morphed into an exhilarating adrenaline rush." Yes, you are zip lining, and before you know it the fear you had milliseconds earlier has morphed into an exhilarating adrenaline rush.
However, the droves of people aren’t coming to stare idly at the amazing view. They want to see that view from as high as 100 feet above the ground while reaching speeds up to 45 mph. Driving up the steep driveway to New York,Texas ZipLine Adventures the Shultz home comes into view, and one cannot help but feel right at home as Charles Shultz and his wife Connie greet you. May/June 2012 | IN Magazine
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Four days each week, a sliver of roadway that twists to and fro under a canopy of trees is traveled by people from all around the nation. Their destination is a beautifully scenic property owned by the Shultz family on Henderson County Road 4328.
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The couple’s son Carson, the course’s main guide, and daughter Carley, who runs the gift shop, have been involved in the business since they opened in 2008.
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The family patriarch laughs and says he is a He explained a few minutes later that his structural mover by trade and never envisioned father started building lines and everythat he would build a zip line canopy course that one thought he was crazy. is one of the best in the nation. “Everyone said that isn’t going to work, “In 2007 the phone quit ringing as much when but then they said he was crazy for movthe economy began to collapse. My business ing a historic house from Jacksonville was tied in directly to the construction industry, when my parents decided to move out here,” he said. so I began looking at various ideas,” he said. While watching television one night, a Discov- The home, the former C.R. and Jennie ery Channel program on zip lining caught his Kelly home which sat on South Jackson in Jacksonville and was most recently an attention. antique store, was moved in 2001 by the “I called a friend of mine who is a travel agent Shultzs to their land several years ago. and asked him about zip lining and he told me it was the hottest thing for people to do when Kelly was a concrete and stone contracthey traveled out of the country to places like tor, who completed many projects in Costa Rica and on cruises. It was then that I be- Jacksonville, including the 1906, “Twin gan to do some research on it,” he said. Towers” of Alexander Collegiate Institute, later to be known as Lon Morris The line Shultz and his family built was the College. course’s longest line, a 940-foot-long cable The Shultzs purchased the home and stretching some 100 feet above the ground. moved it to its current location. They “I was scared to death to do this the first time. gladly share photos of the process with I didn’t even get on the first little line in front of anyone. the house that we called the “Redneck Zip Line,” Carson said as he stood on a platform securing “It’s truly a blessing to be able to walk his harness and pulley to the line. out of the front door and see this view
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Carson said when New York ZipLine Adventures first opened in 2008 there were only 10 zip line parks in the continental United States, but today there are 250 certified courses.
Every few moments a distinctive whining noise – accompanied by a whoop or “woo hoo” – is heard throughout the property as each zip liners’ pulley races forward on the cable carrying its human cargo swiftly over the ground below. Charles said both old and young alike have gotten their thrills at the family business. “We’ve had them from 5 years old up to our oldest zip liner who was 85,” he said chuckling. Children under age five and some with special needs can be harnessed to an adult so they can participate in the fun.
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Carson said the average age is about 50, but again he said the ages vary from group to group. Though the Shultzs’ dog Winston has zip lined via a special harness attached to Carson, they ask that visitors please leave their pets at home. New York ZipLine Adventures was named best thing to do in East Texas in 2010 by the Texas Tourism website and was recently chosen as the best adventure in Texas by Best of Texas. Carson said his family business has been featured on news programs and in newspapers and magazines all across the nation, and visitors have come from as far away as Canada just to ride the zip lines.
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One by one, those in each group are connected to the training cable, which is only a few feet off the ground, and given instructions. Once each person completes the instructions, the next person is hooked up and the process begins again. After the group completes ground school, a member of the Shultz family takes individual photos of the group before walking to a set of wooden stairs leading to a platform built around a pine tree.
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Thomas Rucker, a Fruitvale High School math teacher, summed up his feelings about his zip lining experience.
Rucker was one of several teachers at New York ZipLine Adventures on a May afternoon as part of a treat for students between 4th and 12th grades who were commended on their TAKS test scores. Several of the students, eating pizza on the Shultzs’ front porch, talked wildly about their own adventures of the day and some bragged they were never scared. Rucker and the other teachers just laughed and said the students deserved the break from school. “The views alone are incredible – and even more so from the zip lines.This is a beautiful and fun place and we have all had a great time,” he said.
After finishing the tour, the Shultz family not only encourages their visitors to relax on their porch or at one of the several picnic tables around the location, they engage them in conversation and tell them how much they appreciate the business. Driving down the steep windy driveway off the property you can’t help but feel as if you are leaving a family member’s home. But this family member has a thrilling zip line course in their backyard – one you will want to visit again. New York ZipLine Adventures is open Thursday through Sunday by reservation only. There are also special tours such as a moonlight tour available. All equipment – including harness, gloves and helmets – are provided, as is a bottle of water. Other drinks, snacks and souvenirs are available at the gift shop. To learn more about New York ZipLine Adventures call 903-681-3791 or visit them online at www.GoZipTexas.com.
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With each step the excitement grows and the senses are heightened as the first person in the group is secured to the cable and makes their way off the platform.
“As an older person I thought I would be fearful, but I wasn’t. And now that I have been I will be bringing my family out here,” he said. “That was really fun.”
Each tour lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and there is some stair climbing and two short hikes through hilly terrain, but it is not difficult for most people.
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“It’s something that we are very proud of and it’s great to meet people from all over the place and talk to them on the platforms just minutes before they take that step off,” he said.
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serving as the go-to photo and video camera for those unpredictably unforgettable moments. These activities are ripe for frequent drops.Toss into the pot some sand and water, and your vacation becomes - for your phone - something closer to an episode of "Survivor." Yet, thanks to the LifeProof case, you and your iPhone can both enjoy some time away. Away from the shore: the case is waterproof. Away from paved roads: the case is dirtproof. Away from the lodge: the case is snowproof. Away from your grip: the case is shockproof. For $80 you get military-grade protection from all of these elements and many more such as melted ice cream and overzealously-applied SPF 90.
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We've all seen it and instantly understood its origin: a shallow cylinder of dip tobacco finds its groove upon being tucked in the back pocket of one's jeans, the frequency of which is betrayed by denim's accommodating nature. My jeans bear this indicator, except that mine is more of a rectangle with rounded corners and manifests in the front pocket. I call it "The White Halo of iPhone," and it denotes an addiction of a different sort.sort.
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Always nestled safely within arm's reach, the device is on standby, quickly peeking out from that pocket whenever I need to get my fix throughout the course of a normal day. But, what about on a vacation? While these getaways are often our search for rest and relaxation, our smartphones can clock some serious overtime. Indeed, an iPhone on holiday will find no respite in the depths of dungarees. It will too often be called upon for directions, restaurant reviews, and texting sessions not to mention Photos Courtesy
Embraced in any other case, your phone would likely power down at the mere suggestion of a long weekend at the beach. Clad in LifeProof, however, your device becomes more confident - almost cocky - as if to say to the surf, "Bring it on!" Eighty dollars for a little attitude? Yes, it's obscene. So, too, will be the words escaping your lips upon the untimely death of an ill-protected iPhone. Remember it's not just the physical phone that needs safeguarding, it's also everything on board: photos, movies, contact information, Facebook. Pain and suffering is pricey, too. For some, it would be easy enough to justify the cost as a form of insurance. But, I'm here to tell you that there is an added benefit that comes along with that price tag. On a recent trip to Galveston, I got to have my iPhone and use it, too! I used it in the ocean, in the sand, in the pool and in the hot tub. But, I didn't just buy my LifeProof case the day before and trust the marketing hype. No, in fact, my first six weeks of LifeProof engagement took place on dry land in preparation for the day when it would be wed with sand and saltwater. Before throwing my phone to the sharks, I wanted to learn my way around the case and determine whether or not it could pass muster as a day-to-day accoutrement.
At first it was odd. The touch-sensitive membrane stretched across the display was so taut, it felt like I was tapping the top of a drum. Keyboard input required 10 percent more effort. And, for the life of me, I couldn't easily line up my charging cable. Six weeks later these problems were only memories. I'm a stickler for size. I can't stand the idea of bulking up my phone for protection. LifeProof adds mere millimeters to each face of the iPhone and makes an Otterbox case look like the Michelin Man after a 7-course meal. Diminutive only in size, however, this product is big on tech. Strategically positioned Gore-Tex membranes allow airwaves to traverse the waterproof enclosure so that the phone can be used as a phone. And to achieve a watertight seal, designers embedded a silicone o-ring into one half of the case; successful assembly is not too different from snapping together Tupperware. A latch door seals access to the charging port, while a small screw-in plug prevents water entry through the headphone port. When watertight, the LifeProof case preserves all of the phone's functionality - even the use of Siri. Sounds like a lot of work, doesn't it? I mean, Bruce Wayne disappears for only seconds before returning as the Dark Knight. You'd better believe Alfred helps shoehorn him into that latex getup! The suit, itself, is ingeniously simple, while its appropriate use is somewhat involved. A 20-page manual perhaps? Nope. No manual whatsoever inside the box. I suppose the folks at LifeProof know that people don't read manuals. So, instead, they direct users to a series of brief, instructional YouTube videos. Ingest those shorts along with the online user guide and you'll gain the confidence to pit your iPhone against the elements. Enjoy the freedom to shoot pictures and video while you're in the pool. Use your iPhone as a sandcastle's drawbridge!
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July & August 2012
July 12th-Tyler Home Tour • July 12-15 • July 19-22 14th-Restoring Dignity Color Me Purple Benefit Dance & Halle Berry Hole-in-One Celebrity Golf OutingJuly 14 • Cascades Golf Club 6pm-9p.m. 14th-Recruitment for Parental Services Center Dodgeball Tournament July 14 • Super 1 on Troup Hwy 10-2p.m. • July 21 Sam’s Club 10-2p.m. 18th-Kyle Park • July 18 • Electric Cowboy 10:30 p.m. 19th-Bye Bye Birdie (live) • July 19-21 and July 26-29 Tyler Civic Theatre Center 7:30p.m. (903) 592-0561 21st-Purebody Nutrition Extravaganza Bodybuilding July 21 • Caldwell Auditorium 10-6 p.m. $10 general admission • Alicia Burgin (903) 939-9232 21st-Cinder Cell • July 21• Click’s Billiards 8 p.m. 22nd-East Texas Wedding Extravaganza • July 22 • Tyler Rose Garden Center 12-4 p.m. August: 4th-Festivus Games • August 4 CrossFit Tyler 9 a.m. 4th-Recruitment for Parental Services Center Dodgeball Tournament August 4 Wal-Mart on South Broadway 2-4p.m. 7th-21st Annual Corporate Spelling Bee August 7 • Green Acres Baptist Church CrossWalk Conference Center 11:30-1:30 p.m. $25 per ticket • Hallye Terrell 903-360-5452 11th-Black Tie Bingo • August 11 The location is a secret! 6:30-11 p.m. Beverly Abell, (903) 593-6905
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July 04th-Fireworks on Lake Jacksonville. Byrd Road, Lake Jacksonville. Morning boat parade and evening fireworks display on Lake Jacksonville. Free. Call Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce for additional information 903-586-2217. 05th-T.J. Broscoff. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 06th-Ben Lowery & Texas Express (Country Dance) $7. Moore’s Store 8-11 p.m. unless otherwise noted* (Kitchen closes @ 10p.m.• 13 and up welcome when acopanied by an adult after 8 p.m.) • 903.833.5100 06th-Mike Acoustic. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 07th-Brad Ward & 69 South (Country/Rock) $7. Moore’s Store 8-11 p.m.
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Austin: 01st-“Music under The Star” July 1-July 31• Bob Bullock Museum 04th-Fourth of July Fireworks & Symphony • July 4 Auditorium Shores 19th-Shakespeare at Winedale 42nd Summer • July 19- August 12 • Winedale Theatre Barn
unless otherwise noted* (Kitchen closes @ 10 p.m. • 13 and up welcome when accompanied by an adult after 8 p.m.) • 903.833.5100 07th-Kimberly Torres. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 12th-Blacktop Gypsy. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 13th-Danny Hollis Band (Country/Classic Rock) $7. Moore’s Store 8-11 p.m. unless otherwise noted* (Kitchen closes @ 10 p.m. • 13 and up welcome when accompanied by an adult after 8 p.m.) • 903.833.5100 13th-Eric Moseley. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 14th-Backseat Molly (Country/Rock/Texas Music) $8. Moore’s Store 8-11 p.m. unless otherwise noted* (Kitchen closes @ 10 p.m. • 13 and up welcome when accompanied by an adult after 8 p.m.) • 903.833.5100 14th-Matt Bradshaw. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970. 19th-Patrick James Freden. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970 20th-Meredith Crawford. The Forge. Ben Wheeler. All music starts @ 7 p.m. • No Cover • 903.833.5970
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July 4th-Fourth of July Fireworks • July 4 37th & Seawall Blvd. 9:15 p.m.galvestonsjuly4th@gmail.com 7th-Movie Night on the Strand • July 7 Saengerfest Park Julia and Julia 8p.m. 14th-Galveston ArtWalk • July 14 Galveston Arts Center & Other Galleries 6-9 p.m. 24th-Galveston Beach Band • July 24 Sealy Gazebo 9:30 p.m.
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Waxahachie: 03rd-Crape Myrtle Festival and Fireworks • July 3 Downtown Waxahachie 04th-Crape Myrtle Parade • July 4 Downtown Waxahachie 10 a.m.
August 4th-Movie Night on the Strand August 4 • Saengerfest Park King Kong 8p.m. 8th-Houston Horizon Chorus Free Concert August 8 • Moody Gardens Hotel3 p.m.
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July 09th- For kids: Hip Hop Dance • July 9-13, and July 16-19 • Panter Park Community Center • 6-7p.m. 4-10yrs. $25 per session 10th- Charm Night Out/ Tea Party • July 10, 2012 • Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Complex • Charm Night Out: 5-8 p.m. Tea Party: 4-5 p.m.Stephanie Atkins at (903) 237-7776. 12th-For kids: Starting New At Golf (S.N.A.G) • July 12,19,26 and Aug 2 and 9 • Alpine Target Golf Center 6-7 p.m. 5-10 yrs. $50 24th-U. S. National Hot Air Balloon Championship • July 24-28 • East Texas Regional Airport 6 a.m. -11 p.m. Elaine Reynolds, downtown@longviewtx.com 28th-Longview Kennel Club Dog Show • July 28-29 Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Complex 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; 8a.m.-5p.m. Adults $5, Children under 12 $2 • Kathryn Beard at(903)734-6370 AUGUST 24th-Ink Life Tattoo and Music Festival August 24-26Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Complex 12- 11p.m.; 12-9 p.m.www.inklifetour.com. 25th- Diamonds & Dice Casino Night • August 25 Longview Museum of Fine Arts 7-12 p.m. Renee Hawkins 903.753.8103 31st- Shriner’s Circus • August 31 Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Complex 4 p.m. $16 for adults; $12 for children Patsy Jordan (702)456-264
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July 5th-Lone Star State Classic Dog Show July 5-8 • Dallas Market Hall 214-655-6181 13th-Taste of Dallas • July 13-15 Fair Park Dallas • 214-670-8400 August 1st-Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Fully Charged • August 1-12 American Airlines Center 214-222-3687
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A DASH OF DEVOTION
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THE BEATITUDES OF JESUS
To every disciple Jesus is providing His own transforming nature. Ephesians 3:16.
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God. Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Gospel of St. Matthew 5:3-10 The Ten Commandments, given to Moses on Mount Sinai in the Old Testament Book of Exodus, relates a series of "You shall not," ten evils one must avoid in daily life on earth. In contrast, the message of Jesus is of humility, worship, and brotherly love. He taught transformation of the inner person, not what you say, but who you are by the power of God. 1 Peter 2:4. Jesus presents the Beatitudes in a positive sense, virtues in life which are the ultimate reward. Love being the motivation for the Christian.
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After the cross, the redemption by the blood, the continuing message of Christ is that all of the Beatitudes have a heavenly citizenship meaning, that is, they guarantee us salvation - not only in this world, but inheriting His new nature we will have the ability to live in the next world. No longer may we rely on merely hearing the word of the cross, but worshipping Christ we are changed from glory to glory each day, each week and each year, until the image of Christ is seen in us. 2 Corinthians 3:18. Dear Lord, I am without an excuse, for you have the ability to overwrite my old nature with your pure Nature, create this work in me, and transform me please. Thank you Lord Jesus. Amen. 146
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