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Hall at Majestic Theater Arlington’s own pop and soul singer Todrick Hall will appear at the Majestic Theater at 1925 Main St. on Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m. in the ToddlerZ Ball tour. Hall, first discovered on “American Idol,” has more than 1.2 million subscribers to his YouTube channel and wrote and starred in the hip-hop safety video used on Virgin America. — David Mullen
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Rare card on display at Bush One of the rarest and most sought-after pieces of sports memorabilia — a T206 Honus Wagner baseball card — will be on display from July 1 through Aug. 17 as part of the “Baseball: America's Presidents, America's Pastime” special exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. Entrance to the exhibit is included with museum admission. The T206 card series was produced from 1909 to 1911 by the American Tobacco Company and distributed in packs of cigarettes. Honus Wagner's card is the rarest of Photo courtesy of Wikimedia the set after Wagner requested that his likeness not be inT206 Honus Wagner card. cluded in the packs. In 1936, Wagner went on to become one of the first five players inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. — Sara Owen
Fair Park hosts 7/4 run Registration is under way for the “Dallas 7/4” race that takes place at 7:40 a.m. Saturday, July 4 at the Fair Park Band Shell. This Fourth of July-themed “Dallas 7/4” race features two unique distances of 7 kilometers and 4 kilometers and will wind along patriotic-themed Photo courtesy of dallas74.com routes through the park. Proceeds will be Run and have fun at "Dallas 7/4." used to fund youths to attend Dallas Park and Recreation Department programs and summer camps. Go to dallas74.com for registration and event details. — Andrea Hawkins
In This Issue
Ackles' Angle ............................................................ 5 Along the Green Trail .............................................. 4 Charity Spotlight ...................................................... 6 Classifieds.................................................................13 Community Calendar .............................................. 6 Dotty Griffith ........................................................... 9 Education ................................................................11 Fitness ...................................................................... 5 Hammer and Nails ................................................... 8 Hip to be Square ....................................................... 4 History on the Trail .................................................11 House Call ................................................................ 4 Notes from the Editor .............................................. 4 Restaurant Directory ..............................................13 Scene Around Town.................................................12 Shop the Trail ..........................................................12 Trail Lawyer ............................................................11 Travel .....................................................................10 Wagging the Trail..................................................... 7
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Miles tenure at DISD lasts three years
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Mike Miles, who pushed for controversial reforms in the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), announced Tuesday morning that he’s resigning as superintendent. “It’s been a privilege to serve this community and the staff and students of Dallas ISD,” Miles said at a news conference. “I will always be grateful for the opportunity that has been given to me.” Miles will serve through Thursday’s board meeting. Ann Smisko, the district’s deputy superintendent, will then take over as interim superintendent. Smisko has been with the district since 2012 after serving with the Texas Education Agency. Since summer 2012, Miles has been in charge of Texas’ second-largest public
school district. Miles said he’s heading back to Colorado, where his family lives and where he served as a district superintendent before coming to Dallas. Miles’ resignation comes just weeks after he survived a no-confidence vote. The Dallas school board on May 1 voted 6-3 against a motion to fire Miles. The board instead voted to send Miles a “letter of concern.” Some Dallas school trustees have long been concerned about Miles’ performance and management style, saying he's not a good communicator. Some trustees weren’t satisfied with Miles’ school reforms, including evaluations for teachers and principals that he called the most rigorous in the country. Several management-related scandals rocked the district — and critics say the mismanagement was a result of Miles’ lack of
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Mike Miles, Dallas ISD's superintendent, announced Tuesday morning he's resigning. leadership. Miles made about $300,000 annually.
MUSICAL
Have ‘The Time of Your Life’ at DSM’s ‘Dirty Dancing’
By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
If you saw the 1987 film, “Dirty Dancing,” you already have some expectations of how its transformation to live stage will be. Dallas Summer Musicals’ (DSM) Tuesday night audience found out, when they had the time of their lives seeing “Dirty Dancing — The Classic Story On Stage,” when it opened for a two week run through Sunday, July 5 at the Music Hall at Fair Park. The unforgettable score still gets radio airtime. The album, including the Oscar award-winning theme song, “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life,” went on to multi-platinum status and, after selling 32 million copies worldwide, became one of the best-selling albums of all time.
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Samuel Pergande (Johnny) and Jenny Winton (Penny) in the North American tour of “Dirty Dancing — The Classic Story On Stage.” Fans of Patrick Swayze, who was “discovered” by audiences in the film version, have bittersweet memories of the remarkable dancer/actor since his untimely death in 2009. They will be longing
for another talented Johnny, Swayze’s character in the film. Samuel Pergande, starring as Johnny in DSM’s production doesn’t disappoint. He is a gifted dancer, who approaches the role in his own, gentle
style. He doesn’t ooze anger as Swayze did. It’s 1963 at a resort in New York’s Catskill Mountains, where the privileged vacation in the summer. Frances “Baby” Houseman, the sweet daddy’s girl, whose life changes while getting involved with the dancers is played soulfully by Gillian Abbott. Johnny tutors Baby, the untrained dancer to fill in for the resort shows’ featured dancer, his lifelong friend and dance partner, Penny, played exquisitely by Jenny Winton. It’s impossible to avoid the comparison between Abbott to Jennifer Grey, who had the role in the film. Abbott, with her reminiscent ’60s “Afro” does the part justice, and her dancing is a joy see DANCING on page 12
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New superintendant of schools named From Highland Park ISD
excellence and innovative learning opportunities for our students.” The Highland Dr. Trigg was featured Park ISD Board of as one of Education Week's Trustees unani“2015 Leaders to Learn mously approved From,” where he earned Dr. Tom Trigg as accolades for bringing valuHighland Park ISD's able career experiences to superintendent of students by partnering with schools at a called the business community. meeting Monday. He was also named the 2011 Dr. Trigg is the Kansas Superintendent of eighth superintenthe Year and one of four dent in HPISD's Photo by Jim Barcus/Education Week finalists for the National 101-year history, Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Tom Trigg. and he is expected “I am honored to serve to assume the role Highland Park ISD and begin building full-time in late July. upon its legacy of learning and service “Dr. Trigg is a visionary leader in with the support of our talented stuthe educational field, and he has earned dents, passionate educators, engaged an outstanding national reputation,” families and supportive community,” Dr. HPISD School Board President Joe Trigg said. “I am excited to join a comTaylor said. “The Board of Trustees is munity that is motivated and committed looking forward to working with him to to providing an exceptional education build on HPISD's tradition of academic for every student.”
During his first few weeks on the job, Dr. Trigg is looking forward to meeting as many students, teachers, parents and community members as possible. He is also excited to lead the annual Superintendent's Convocation event for faculty and staff on Aug. 17. Dr. Trigg served as superintendent at Blue Valley Schools in Overland Park, Kan., for 11 years. Before being promoted to superintendent, he served as assistant superintendent of administrative services for eight years. He was also assistant superintendent and high school principal in Gardner Edgerton Antioch School District in Gardner, Kan., and a mathematics instructor and athletic coach in Shawnee Mission School District in Overland Park, Kan. Dr. Trigg received his doctorate from the University of Kansas, his master's degree in educational administration from Emporia State University, and his bachelor's degree in mathematics and physical education from Ottawa University.
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HOUSE CALL
Parkinson’s has many factors Consider the new face of $10 bill By Dr. Kimberly Washington
in balance issues and can predispose to falls. Changes in speech are characteristic, most notably softer, slurred speech. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive A speech pathologist may be helpful in asneurologic disorder that is charactersisting with strengthening speech control. ized by muscular tremors Additionally, writing changand rigidity. The cause of es include smaller writing the disease is unknown that is difficult to read. and thought to likely be The diagnosis of multifactorial. The disease Parkinson’s disease is is not directly inherited, largely a clinical one. but nearly one-third of There’s no good way to test patients diagnosed with for low neurotransmitter Parkinson’s disease also levels in the bloodstream have a family member with Dr. Washington because the problem octhe disease. Additionally, curs with the neurotransthere are some environmitter levels in the brain. mental factors that have been found to Most patients are diagnosed when they be closely associated, including rural present with hand tremors. They are living, use of well water and longtypically started on medication to treat standing exposure to pesticides. this, which works by crossing into the On a molecular level, Parkinson’s brain then being converted to dopadisease and its symptoms are caused mine. Unfortunately, these medications by loss of multiple neurotransmitters must constantly be increased to manin one area of the brain. The most noage symptoms depending on the speed table neurotransmitter is dopamine, of progression of the disease. There are which typically works at the nerve cell multiple clinical trials at this time to endings to provide a signal from nerve develop novel new medications for treatto nerve in order to direct a muscle to ment of Parkinson’s disease with the move in certain ways. With loss of this hope for a cure. transmitter, there is disruption of volLastly, it is very important that if untary motor control and characteristic your family member is diagnosed with symptoms of Parkinson’s disease occur. Parkinson’s disease they be supported The most notable symptoms of the emotionally. Counseling is very impordisease include non-intention tremor, tant because most people who are diagslowed movement, muscle stiffness, poor nosed were otherwise healthy and active posture and balance, speech and writing prior to diagnosis. This hits home for me changes. A non-intention tremor is basias my father currently has Parkinson’s cally where the tremor of the hand ocdisease, and it can sometimes be a chore curs when the patient is at rest. However, just to get him out of the house. Seek the tremor goes away when the patient counseling early. There are support reaches for a glass of water. As the disgroups all over the nation that can help ease progresses, the tremor occurs with with managing the psychological aspect usage of the muscle group as well. Slowed of progression of this disease. movements occur as a result of this disDr. Kimberly Washington, a general ease as well and is characterized by short- surgeon at Highlander Surgical Associates er steps (or a shuffle type gait) or dragin Arlington, maintains an interest in ging the feet when walking, which result health education and advocacy.
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By David Mullen
ACLU and the NAACP supported the ruling; the police department and the Chamber of Commerce News has surfaced that the were against. Since when should U.S. Treasury will be redesigning lurking or spitting — by any race, the $10 bill, with the intention of color or creed — be acceptable putting a female face on the front in today’s society? And I had no of the bill. The $10 bill, thanks to idea that lurking and spitting is the advent of the ATM, has never somehow engrained in a particubeen half as popular as lar culture. I guess in the $20 bill. Alexander Minneapolis, if someHamilton, the first one is lurking around Secretary of the you, just spit on them Treasury, has graced and call it even. Insane the bill since 1929. … An estimated 70 Martha Washington, Dallas police officers who was on the $1 went to the House of Silver Certificate beBlues in Victory Park tween 1891 and 1896, David Mullen on Sunday afternoon was the last woman for crowd control to be on paper curwhen a social media rency in the U.S. Early candidates alert was sent out that hip-hop artfor the bill’s portrait are Rosa Parks, ist J. Cole would be performing for Eleanor Roosevelt and Harriet $1. The House of Blues — one of Tubman. But I think the treasury Dallas’ best music venues — holds department is missing the obvious about 1,600 people. An estimated choice: Bo Derek. She was a perfect 4,000 people showed up to crash “10” … I like the idea of pop star the dollar party. I would estimate Beyonce being on the $10 bill. She that at least $10,000 in taxpayer is easy on the eyes, and if you have funds was dedicated to misplaced insufficient funds to cover a $10 police salaries, vehicle use and check, you can say it “Beyonce’d” anything else needed in support to … I guess Oprah Winfrey’s picture barricade the streets and control the could go on the $10 bill because crowd around Victory Park. Not to she has more of them than anyone mention that with 70 officers in one … This issue’s installment from area makes the rest of the city vulthe “You can’t make this stuff up nerable. Thanks J. Cole. Next time, department” comes a somewhat please don’t do Dallas any favors confounding ruling recently by the … The site on lower Greenville Minneapolis City Council to reAvenue, which once housed Goody peal two laws that now allow public Goody Liquor, has been turned lurking and public spitting. The into a small strip shopping center. reason: Enforcement of lurking and The first tenants: our good friends spitting laws disproportionately im- at Top Pot donuts and Simply Fit pacted people of color. One council Meals. There is space between the member said that it was a crimitwo retail shops, I assume for a nalization of poverty and weighed tailor … Met a fine man at Cliff ’s heavily against the homeless. The Bar and Grill travelling in from david@katytrailweekly.com
HIP TO BE SQUARE
Dublin, Ireland named Dermot O’Callaghan, and we became fast friends. He makes a trip to the U.S. every two years and visits two cities. Previous trips were Seattle and San Francisco (makes sense), Chicago and New Orleans (how’s the liver and waistline after that trip?), New York and Las Vegas (how much did that cost?) and last week Dallas and Philadelphia. I warned him that when he got to Philly not to tell anyone he had been in Dallas. It’s a football, not futbol, thing, I explained. I took him to Christie’s on McKinney Avenue so he could see one bar with 46 TVs since there are not 46 TVs in the republic of Ireland. I left him off at the Idle Rich Pub on McKinney Avenue so he could get a taste of home. We became Facebook friends. Unfortunately, while he was in Philadelphia, tragedy struck at my beloved University of California– Berkeley when a balcony collapsed at a hotel near campus killing six and seriously injuring seven. Many of the victims were Irish exchange students. My Facebook account was overwhelmed with comments from the grieving Irish friends of O’Callaghan. So ironic, and so sad … After the inhumane incident in a Charleston church where nine parishioners were killed last Wednesday night, it strikes me that we continue to miss the point. It is not about the Rebel Flag, although that symbol should have long since been removed from public areas. It is about nutcases that have easy access to guns in this country … Former Texas Rangers outfielder Darryl Hamilton was killed in a murder/suicide on Sunday. He was 50 years old. Add one more to the senselessly killed list.
ALONG THE GREEN TRAIL
Unique approach to replacement Know good, bad and ugly of GMO By Dr. Don Hohman
increased demand from the general public for minimally dhohman@gdortho.com invasive surgery, other approaches began to receive The minimally invasive, more attention and were used muscle sparing direct antemore frequently for performrior approach (DAA) to the ing these common procedures. hip was initially described Some of these approaches have in the 19th century and has had very high complication been used sporadically for rates and fortutotal hip arthronately only limited plasty/replaceuse. The DAA to ment (THA). In the hip appears the past decade, to have sustained enthusiasm for its popularity. the approach has The approach is been reintrounique in that it duced because takes advantage of increased of a natural interdemand for Dr. Don Hohman val between two minimally invamuscles. There are sive techniques. no muscles, which are reNew surgical instruments moved from the bones, and and tables designed specifithe operation is performed cally for use with the DAA between these muscles in for THA have made the aporder to implant the total hip proach more accessible to hip components. This is imporarthritis patients who are in need of total hip replacement. tant because there may be less muscle damage and pain, as The goal of this approach is well as rapid recovery after to hopefully perform surgery hip arthroplasty. Most U.S. that results in less muscle surgeons’ familiarity with the damage and pain, as well as approach is limited, but these rapid recovery. possible improved outcomes Traditionally, elective have generated powerful interTHA has been done with one est in the DAA. of two approaches, direct Additional benefits to lateral or posterior. Several years ago, in conjunction with this approach include the
opportunity to avoid what is known as hip precautions following the total hip replacement. Hip precautions are activity restrictions, as well as positioning limitations, which traditional total hip replacement patients must follow for the remainder of their life with the hip replacement in order to avoid dislocation of the hip. Anterior hip replacement patients are not required to follow such precautions, and the risk of dislocation with this approach is one of the lowest reported in the medical literature. For additional educational information and several patient testimonials, please feel free to view Dr Hohman’s YouTube site or review the information available on Facebook. Donald Hohman MD is a fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in joint replacements of the hip and knee. He completed his specialty training at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital of the Harvard Medical SchoolBoston, Mass. If you have any further questions please feel free to utilize the educational material provided on the website GDOrtho.com, or his office can be reached at 214-252-7039.
By Naima Montacer
immunize people around the world against many infectious diseases. The most common positive example of GMOs used is If you recently bought any rice genetically altered to contain boxed item from the grocery store, Vitamin A, to combat the millions you more than likely ate someof lives lost to a Vitamin A defithing with GMOs in it. More than ciency. Or watch the short, inspir90 percent of U.S. corn, cotton ing TED talk from biotech scientist and soybeans are GMOs, and an Pamela Ronald, whose husband is estimated 75 percent of processed an organic farmer, who worked for foods contain GMOs. In Dallas, 15 years to develop a flood-tolerant many of our local restaurants are rice through genetic engineering, jumping on the non-GMO bandNaima Montacer to save the livelihood of thousands wagon and marketing their use of amidst a changing climate. non-GMO products. Next time Genetically engineering crops your waiter or waitress boasts of their restau- can yield foods with better texture, flavor and rant’s GMO standards, jump in the conversa- nutritional value. Crops can be altered to cretion with your new GMO understanding. ate more efficient use of land such as be drought GMOs are genetically modified organisms, tolerant to withstand lower water requirements. meaning that the genetic makeup is added to Agricultural use is the largest consumer of fresh or altered. DNA lies in nearly every cell in our water, using an approximate 70 percent of the body and codes for proteins for everything world’s supply. Lessening the amount of water from our hair and its color to how tall we are used on crops will become more important and everything in between. Altering the genetic especially in drought ridden California where makeup or DNA programs the plant or animal most of our fruits and vegetables are grown. to make a new protein. Recently, scientists have The unfortunate aspect is that genetic made many advancements in genetic engineerengineering technology is abused. ing to improve our medical health and agriculture systems. Genetic engineering is complex The BAD yet somehow simple technology carried out in a Genetic engineering is usually used in the variety of methods, which can be classified into agricultural industry to make crops resistant to the Good, the Bad and the Ugly. pesticides and herbicides. This allows the crop to withstand being sprayed with insecticide or The GOOD weed killer while the surrounding plants die. The Genetic engineering itself has amazlarge problem isn’t so much the genetic engineering capabilities and can save lives in simple ing of the crop, it’s the pesticides placed on the ways. Advancements in human health such as edible vaccines — the potential to see GMO on page 10 @naimajeannette
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MULL IT OVER
Wild week led by Warriors win
By David Mullen
At a time that many feel is the beginning of the slowest stretch in sports — until the NFL season starts in September — something remarkable happened: sports fans — locally and nationally — experienced one of the most memorable weeks in recent sports history. It began last Monday, when the Chicago Blackhawks did the unthinkable in today’s NHL — win the Stanley Cup playoffs for the third time in six years. And for the first time since 1938, Chicago fans were at home to witness the team hoist the trophy over their heads and skate with it around the ice. The raising of Lord Stanley’s Cup and the preceding handshake with their bearded opponents (in this case, the scrappy Eastern Conference champion Tampa Bay Lightning) is the greatest tradition in professional sports. TCU’s run for the College World Series championship ended Friday with a 7-1 loss to defending champion Vanderbilt. But in the process, the Horned Frogs made America take notice with late inning heroics that included a gut-wrenching 5-4, 16-inning win over Texas A&M that allowed TCU to continue its advance to Omaha. The 2015 FIFA World Cup in Canada has the U.S. Women’s Team as one of the favorites to win. So far they have not disappointed with an excellent team loaded with veteran players providing great balance. People may only watch women’s soccer once every four years, but this team with familiar players like Hope Solo, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe and Abby
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, his daughter Riley and wife Ayesha celebrate the NBA Championship with a parade and rally at Lake Merritt in Oakland. Wambach has served America well. Their goal is to make the finals in Vancouver on July 5. Washington Nationals starter Max Scherzer pitched the best back-to-back games in baseball history last week. A week ago Sunday, Scherzer held the Milwaukee Brewers to one hit in a complete game, 16 strikeout 4-0 shutout. Five days later, he faced 26 batters and retired them in consecutive order while striking out 10 Pittsburgh Pirates. With two out in the ninth, only pinch-hitter Jose Tabata stood in the way of a Scherzer perfect game, literally. On a 2-2 pitch, Scherzer threw a slider inside. Tabata leaned into the pitch and was hit in the elbow. The umpire, who could have ruled that Tabata purposely did not get out of the way, granted him first base. Scherzer retired the next batter of a fly out to left. It was the least satisfying no hitter I have ever seen. Tabata will be “Enemy #1” in Washington, D.C. forever.
Highland Park’s Jordan Spieth, still 21, won a tension-filled U.S. Open on Sunday at the much maligned Chambers Bay links course south of Seattle. Opponents Jason Day struggled with vertigo, and Dustin Johnson struggled with his putter. It took a three-putt by Johnson on the 72nd hole for Spieth to secure the first two tournaments (with his Masters victory) in golf ’s Grand Slam. And finally, the week featured an NBA championship for the Golden State Warriors. They beat the Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James in six games with charm, grace and style. ABC and ESPN anointed King James throughout the playoffs and championship series. There is no denying that James is the best player in the game. But what was overlooked was that the Warriors were the best see MULL on page 11
FITNESS
Eight reasons why you’re overweight By Turner Cavender
night messes with your mood, energy level and yes, your waistline. Sleep is needed to help regulate your metabolism and the hormones Around the world, nearly two billion responsible for appetite. In addition, you’re people are overweight, and an more likely to overeat when you’re overwhelming two out of every tired. One study showed sleep-dethree Americans over the age of prived people ate an average of 300 20 are overweight, with one out of more calories a day than those who three considered obese. Since 1980, got a good night’s rest, so it’s a good the number of obese people in the idea to turn in early tonight. world has almost doubled. What’s #5: Slow Digestion. The longer going on? food stays around in your gut, the Even though people have more weight you gain. This doesn’t known for years they should eat mean you should take unnecessary Turner Cavender laxatives, but it does mean you need less and move more to maintain a healthy weight, obesity statistics to stay regular. If your bowel movecontinue to rise. The reason you and millions ments are few and far between it may be due to of others struggle with weight may be more dehydration, a lack of fiber in your diet, medithan just failing to count calories. Besides the cation side effects or an imbalance of bacteria. fact that people eat too much and don’t exerTalk with your doctor about the best way to cise, here are eight other possible explanations relieve constipation. I will provide for the global girth growth. #6: Diet Sodas. You think you’re safe by #1: Medications. When it comes to pills, choosing diet soda over regular, but the opit’s a win-lose situation. You’re taking medicaposite may be true. Yes, it may be low in sugar tion for one medical condition, and it’s causing and calories, but the artificial sweeteners used negative side effects. One such side effect may in diet drinks mess with your blood sugar and be weight gain. If you’re taking drugs such as insulin levels. One popular study found that steroids, beta-blockers for your heart, birth the waistlines of those who consumed two control pills, anti-seizure medications, horor more diet sodas a day was six times bigger mone therapy, breast cancer drugs, migraine than those who avoid diet drinks. Dallas FBBC treatments or heartburn medications, you may fitness center believes that water and unsweetnotice your clothes don’t fit like they used to. ened tea are the healthiest drink options. If the weight gain is troublesome and you can’t #7: Chemicals. Researchers are looking keep it under control, ask your physician about into the possible health dangers of phthalates, other medication options. chemicals that give plastics their flexibility and #2: Aging. As you get older, your metabohelp dissolve materials. They’re likely found lism slows down and your muscle mass dearound your house in toys, raincoats, detercreases. These two factors mean your body no gent, plastic shopping bags, vinyl flooring and longer burns as many calories as it used to. A cosmetics. Known to disrupt hormonal balance personal trainer at Dallas Fit Body Boot Camp and associated with obesity, these chemicals said this is the remedy: exercise more (espemay play a role in why people are overweight. cially the weight-bearing kind) and eat slightly Do your own research and take appropriate fewer calories. steps to limit your exposure. #3: Depression. There are several rea#8: Stress. Long-term negative stress insons why depression can lead to weight gain. creases your body’s production of cortisol (the First, a side effect of many anti-depressant stress hormone) and insulin and increases your drugs is weight gain. Second, you may overeat appetite. Stress and overeating often go hand in or choose comfort foods when you’re feeling hand since food can be a comfort, distraction blue. Third, you just don’t feel like exercising. and a way to relax. Learn healthy ways of manDepression and weight gain can be a vicious aging the stress in your life and your waist may cycle. You eat too much because you’re dereap the benefits. pressed, and you’re depressed because you ate too much. Seek professional help if you experiTurner Cavender is a certified and licensed ence feelings of hopelessness, sadness or helppersonal trainer and owner of Dallas Fit Body lessness that affect your quality of life. Boot Camp. “Remember, just a matter of doing #4: Lack of Sleep. Not getting the recomit” #JAMODI. mended seven and a half hours of sleep each Turner@dallasfbbc.com
ACKLES’ ANGLE
Definition of dynasty changing
By Chris Ackels
Free agency allows for and even rewards star players leaving their current teams. The ability to auction off your services to the highBoth of my roommates are from Chicago. est bidder once every few years, particularly This means they are both Blackhawks fans, when paired with a salary cap, leads to players and that they grew up in the 90s as Bulls fans hopping teams more often. Again, good for the during the Michael Jordan era. sport, bad for the dynasty. Last week when the Blackhawks won the And the final reality is the sheer numbers Stanley Cup for the third time in six years, game. Every major sports league has expanded these guys were quick to proclaim “another its playoffs in some capacity in the past 20 Chicago dynasty!” And for a while, I thought years. Winning the title is harder to do. Every “not so fast.” major sports league has had expansion in The Blackhawks recent Stanley Cup win some form in the past 30 years. There are more is forcing sports fans to ask the question: teams, larger divisions, more regular season “What defines a dynasty?” games and a longer time period to sustain exOver the course of sports history, that ques- cellence in order to win. tion has been relatively easy to answer. In hockIf our standards for “dynasty” remain ey, the Montreal Canadians won five Stanley where they were in the 70s, we will never have Cups in a row in the 1950s, then won four in a another dynasty again. With the possible exrow in the 1970s. The New York Islanders won ception of basketball, where one superstar four in a row in the 1980s, then the Edmonton can carry a team to a championship, it takes Oilers won five of the next seven. too many pieces against too much competiIn basketball, we’ve seen tion over too long a time. Our the Bulls dynasty in the 90s, standards for a dynasty need the Lakers supremacy in the to change. 80s, and the Celtics domiSo what about these nance of the 60s and 70s that two we’ve got right now: the led to Bill Russell having Chicago Blackhawks and more championship rings the San Francisco Giants. than fingers to put them on. The Blackhawks’ three titles Baseball has seen its fair in six years is impressive, share of dynasty teams, with but it’s what they did in the the Yankees registering on other years that proves their Photo by Dennis Wierzbicki strength. The team has made that list more than once. The Duncan Keith. Cowboys won three of four the playoffs each of the past Super Bowls in the 90s to seven seasons and never in earn the distinction in football. And perhaps that time has it finished below third in its divithe greatest dynasty of all time came in college sion. In two of its four non-championship years hoops, where UCLA won 10 titles in 12 years over that span, Chicago made the Conference from 1964-1975. Finals. And they kept together the core players But the days of massively long strings who made it happen. of championships are over. And while the The Giants’ three titles in five years is even Blackhawks three titles in six years – or the more convincing. And though they missed the San Francisco Giants current string of three playoffs in the other two, the team placed secbaseball titles in five years – may not seem ond in the division each of those years, which all that impressive when put up against those in hockey would have made them a playoff listed above, maybe it should be considered team. They also kept players together – their a dynasty. Because in this day of salary caps, argument is probably stronger than Chicago’s. draft lotteries, longer playoffs, and free agenI’ll say yes. Maybe neither is on the allcy, the old definition certainly has to change. time list of great dynasties, but they are the Salary caps in three of the four major most dominant teams we’ve seen in their reprofessional leagues have made it harder for spective sports for nearly the past two decades. teams to gobble up all the best players. This No baseball team comes close to a dynasty parity is undoubtedly a good thing for the since the 1996-2000 Yankees (four titles in sport, but it’s a bad thing for dynasties, who five years), and no hockey team can claim the rely on signing and keeping multiple good title since the 1980s Oilers. It’s been too long. players together for a long period of time. Maybe because the definition needs to change. Ch.ackels@gmail.com
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Contact us at info@katytrailweekly.com with your Community Calendar Event. June 28
1928 Ross Ave. Dallas, 75201 214-220-2727
First United Methodist Church – “An Americana Concert.” The Chancel Choir will be joined by the Imperial Brass 20-piece ensemble with percussion, under the direction of Dana Effler, for an evening of song, celebration and tribute. Proceeds benefit the Music and Arts Ministry of FUMC Dallas. 7 p.m. $10-$25.
June 29
2012 Woodall Rogers Freeway Dallas, 75201 214-716-4500
Klyde Warren Park – The Dallas Center for Architecture presents a “standing” tour of the Dallas skyline. Klyde Warren Park offers the perfect vantage point to see the buildings that have made up Dallas’ architectural heritage for the last 100 years. The tour begins at the games cart in the Reading and Games Room on the northwest side of the park. No advance registration is required. 12:30 p.m. FREE!
July 2 – Aug. 25
211 N. Record St., Suite 100 Dallas, 75202 214-741-7500
Dallas Holocaust Museum – “Ground Zero 360: Never Forget,” a critically acclaimed exhibit honors the victims and commemorates the heroism of police officers, firefighters and other first responders. The exhibit showcases photographs of New York based Irish photographer Nicola McClean, who captured the confusion, panic and remarkable heroism at Ground Zero and the surrounding neighborhoods in the hours and days that followed.
July 3
521 W. State St. Garland, 75040 972-205-2790
Plaza Theatre – Celebrate 30 years of National Park and Recreation Month by going back to the 1980s with a classic, “Back to the Future.” Marty McFly is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his friend, Dr. Emmett Brown and must make sure his high-school-age parents unite in order to save his own existence. In-N-Out Burger's Cookout Trailer will provide free lunch staring at noon. 2 p.m. FREE!
July 4
2301 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-670-3600
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center – Dallas Winds presents “A Star-Spangled Spectacular!” The Dallas Winds light up the Meyerson Center with a flag-waving show honoring the USA. This annual musical extravaganza features the most patriotic wind band tunes in an endless parade of dazzling musicianship. 1 p.m. $19-$49.
July 5 – July 26
2520 Flora St. Dallas, 75201 214-671-1450
Dallas City Performance Hall – Fine Arts Chamber Players present the “Basically Beethoven Festival.” No tickets or reservations required. Rising musicians will perform recitals throughout the week, followed by professional performances. Events start at 2:30 p.m. each day. FREE!
July 10
325 S. Cesar Chavez Blvd. Dallas, 75201 214-747-5400
Tractorbeam – Erik Lee Thompson: “White Paintings and Objects.” “Red was my savior and I would honor it with my whole being,” Thompson said. “Red literally pulled me out of a downward spiral and delivered me to a relative state of mental health. The power of color is undeniable, and I used it as a crutch for a decade.” FREE!
Picture of the Week
Fri 6/26
Lone Star Park bugler entertains a group from Dallas last weekend. Live racing ends July 19. Send us a photo on Facebook and it may be featured here!
Photo by David Mullen
Peter Lorre, b. 1904 Babe Didrikson Zaharias, b. 1914 Greg LeMond, b. 1961 Chris O’Donnell, b. 1970 Sean Hayes, b. 1970 1945 – The U.N. Charter signed by 50 nations in San Francisco.
Sat 6/27
Helen Keller, b. 1880 Bob “Capt Kangaroo” Keeshan, b. 1927 H. Ross Perot, b. 1930 Lorrie Morgan, b. 1959 1693 – 1st women’s magazine, “The Ladies’ Mercury,” published in London.
Sun 6/28
Mel Brooks, b. 1926 Gilda Radner, b. 1946 Robert X. Rodriguez, b. 1946 Kathy Bates, b. 1948 John Cusack, b. 1966 1919 – Treaty of Versailles signed, ending WWI.
Mon 6/29
Antoine de StExupery, b. 1900 Bernard Hermann, b. 1911 Slim Pickens, b. 1919 Gary Busey, b. 1944 Amanda Donohoe, b. 1962 1891 – Nat’l Forest Service organized.
Donors and volunteers
Tue 6/30
Lena Horne, b. 1917 Susan Hayward, b. 1919 David Alan Grier, b. 1955 Vincent D’Onofrio, b. 1959 Michael Phelps, b. 1985 1936 – Margaret Mitchell’s “Gone With The Wind” 1st published.
Wed 7/1
Olivia DeHavilland, b. 1916 Leslie Caron, b. 1931 Dan Aykroyd, b. 1952 Princess Diana Spencer, b. 1961 Liv Tyler, b. 1977 1957 – Sony debuted the Walkman.
Thu 7/2
Thurgood Marshall, b. 1908 Brock Peters, b. 1927 Richard Petty, b. 1937 Lindsay Lohan, b. 1986 1947 – An object crashed near Roswell, NM. Weather balloon? E.T.?
show love and care in Dallas
ALS Association (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/Lou Gehrig’s disease) Leading the fight against an incurable disease with research, support and compassion
By Sally Blanton
sallyblanton455@gmail.com Each week, Katy Trail Weekly will feature a charity that is doing remarkable work in Dallas, a city known for philanthropy and generosity.
QW hat exactly is ALS?
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I t is a progressive degenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
QW hat is your mission or highest
purpose? Our one goal is to create a world without ALS. There is still no cure for ALS, and once diagnosed, most people live only three to five years. We empower Texans with Lou Gehrig’s disease and their families to live fuller lives while living with this incurable disease.
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WE’VE INVESTED IN MEDICAL TALENT, FACILITIES AND RESEARCH FOR DECADES. BUT PATIENTS ARE OUR REAL INVESTMENT. More than 1,100 physicians on the medical staff. Advanced medical technology. Nearly 5,000 health care workers. All at Baylor Dallas. All dedicated to just one purpose: giving the 300,000 people we serve each year quality care — and outcomes. The return we get is immeasurable. BAYLORHEALTH.COM/DALLAS or call 1.800.4BAYLOR
Changing Health Care. For Life. Physicians provide clinical services as members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Scott & White Health’s subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and do not provide clinical services as employees or agents of those medical centers, Baylor Health Care System, Scott & White Healthcare or Baylor Scott & White Health. ©2015 Baylor Scott & White Healhcare. BUMCD_957_2015 CE 02.15
Q H ow many clients are served each year?
A B etween 500-750 people with ALS, plus
their families and caregivers. We have seen an increase in the number of newly diagnosed people turning to The ALS Association for guidance and assistance statewide and particularly in north Texas.
QW hat percentage amount actually reaches those in need?
A E ighty percent of every dollar donated
to The ALS Association Texas Chapter directly benefitting those with ALS and their families and caregivers.
QW hat are your critical needs now, besides money donations? Medical equipment for people with ALS is one of our greatest needs. With the changes in our healthcare system, our patients are having more difficulty getting things paid for by their insurance, and the access to much needed and often expensive equipment overall is shrinking.
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QW hat upcoming fundraisers are on the calendar?
A R umor has it that the organizers
of last year’s Ice Bucket Challenge
plan to do it again this year in August. This fall is our Walk to Defeat ALS. There is no registration fee for any of our walks. Participants are encouraged to put together walk teams. Visit alstexas.org.
Q What sort of volunteer jobs are available?
A S ome opportunities are more admin-
istrative, such as data entry, processing mailings or putting together registration packets for our Walk to Defeat ALS. Also helping with special events and soliciting donated prizes.
Q T ell us the name of a volunteer who al-
ways goes beyond the call of duty? Lea Lohstreter is an amazing volunteer. Being a former caregiver and spouse to a patient with ALS has made her a huge asset to our volunteer team. We truly appreciate her willingness to give back in every way possible.
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QW hat is difficult about your job?
A F inding funding options for those dealing with ALS can be a daunting task. Many times our families are faced with care and equipment costs upwards of $200,000 per year and with very few options for paying for these. How do you tell someone that there are no options available to pay for necessary care for their loved one to have a reasonable quality of life?
QW hat is rewarding about your job?
e families we work with are some of A Th
the most amazing, optimistic people we have ever met. Every day spent with these amazing people reminds us why we do our jobs and teaches us to appreciate every moment. It may sound cliché, but anyone who has worked closely with people with ALS will tell you that it is absolutely life-changing; there is no experience like it. Taner Hockersmith, executive director, ALS Association Texas Chapter, answered this week’s questions.
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
ACROSS 1. Brief summary 6. Jacques, in song 11. Buddy 15. On the fritz 20. J.R.'s mama
21. Discourage 22. Winter warmer 24. Single-handed 25. Round gem 26. Volcanic output 27. Amusing satire
28. Minstrels 29. Kelly the clown 31. Downhill ski run 33. Part of MIT 34. Not condensed 35. Hypocrisy (2
wds.) 37. Steelers player Swann 39. Mouse alert 41. Psst! 42. Go-getters
43. Festoon 44. Planet's course 46. Breathe hard 50. Earlier, in combos 51. — -kneed (timid) 52. Film terrier 53. Between ports 57. Fellow feeling 59. Heavy hydrogen discoverer 60. Make compost 61. Flutist Herbie — 62. Scrooge's partner 63. Trickle 64. Water softener 65. Fine, to an astronaut (hyph.) 66. Where Florence is 67. Mardi Gras follower 68. Zenith opposite 69. "Song of Hiawatha" tribe (var.) 72. Even as we speak 73. Billiard sticks 74. Cheese portion 75. Large herring 76. Prairie state 79. Largest mammal 80. Kindly 84. River islets 85. Devoutness 86. Stoic founder 87. Square root of IX 88. "Parks and Recreation" town 91. Opposite of malo 92. Place for flowers 93. Inclined 95. Numerical prefix 96. Round starters 97. Resin source 98. Coco — of perfume 99. To boot 101. Globe
PAGE 7 102. Ready to eat 103. Carrot-top 104. Gardener, often 105. Pub orders 106. Nature outing 107. Meadow murmur 108. 35mm cameras 109. "Nick of Time" singer 111. Stare rudely 112. — & Young 114. Dust collector 117. Utmost 118. After midnight 119. A honey of a job? 124. Upright 126. Skip 128. Daunt 130. Fall or winter 131. "Heavy" music 132. Clover leaves 134. All kidding — 136. "Phantom of the —" 137. Harden 138. Turn inside out 139. Knight's mount 140. Raises corn 141. Candle 142. Joy Adamson's pet 143. Bathrobe fabric 144. Nylons shade DOWN 1. Drive away 2. Fragrant resin 3. Device that grips 4. Buenos — 5. Threw snowballs 6. Rx monitor 7. Acquire oxygen 8. Moral codes 9. Ms. Witherspoon 10. Lead-in for while 11. Vaccine amts.
WAGGING THE TRAIL
12. Daydreaming 13. Storrs coll. 14. Lows 15. Japanese theater 16. Mr. Greenspan 17. Glider's place 18. Not deserved 19. Easily irritated 23. Take-home (hyph.) 30. Type of wife 32. Broncos great John — 36. Extremely 38. Wild ox of Tibet 40. Auction site 43. Percolate 44. Muppet grouch 45. Soft lid 46. June sign 47. Powerful explosive 48. Stretch out 49. Become tiresome 51. Formal court order 52. Cliffside abode 54. Volvo rival 55. Sufficient, in verse 56. "My Way" composer 58. Josephine of mystery 59. Coffee dispensers 60. Be evasive 63. Sandra and Ruby 64. Poorly 67. San — Obispo 68. Groovy! 69. Darn it! (2 wds.) 70. — alai 71. Ms. Lupino 73. Dove shelter 74. "— a good time?" 75. Transmit 77. Fleming of 007 fame
78. Never, to Wolfgang 79. Brandish 80. "Breathless" star 81. Big name in trains 82. One-dimensional 83. Returns 85. Tows 86. Writer — Grey 88. Nile creator god 89. Guthrie of folk music 90. Sensible 91. Jaunty hat 92. Omigosh! 93. Prof's degree 94. Cheerleading yells 96. Means of escape 97. Walleyed fish 98. Desists 100. Ex-Bruin Bobby — 101. Hang around 102. Exasperates 103. Foul-smelling 106. Elev. 107. Livestock source 110. Moose feature 111. Gabby Hayes films 112. More uncanny 113. Vex (2 wds.) 114. Pay by mail 115. Rodeo venue 116. Outfit (hyph.) 118. Grounds for a suit 119. Stitch loosely 120. Of the Vatican 121. Grenoble's river 122. Benchmarks 123. Grind, as teeth 125. Feel concern 127. Change address 129. Do horoscopes 133. RR terminal 135. Ben & Jerry rival
OFF THE MARK
Proper training essential for obedient guard dogs By Susan Strough
greeting until the alarm is turned off. If they don’t have a solid, longterm relationship with someone, When I’m running with my they just aren’t going to accept them German Shepherd off-leash people coming into protected territory. will stop and ask me how long it Most people do not need a took me to train him or who trained guard dog. A large dog is enough of him for me. I will hear admiring a deterrent for a stranger that might whispers from couples pushing do you harm. I can only think of strollers. Many people are attracted a few people on the entire planet to him because he is very beautithat might need a real guard dog. I Photo courtesy of SMA Security ful and very obedient. I don’t get a would not want to be one of those A guard dog demonstrates his skill. chance to speak to most people that people. I did not acquire my guard are admiring him. I’m just passing driving directions. He let her know her dog because I sought him out. I through the park or running on the trail action was very much unappreciated by acquired him because he lost his home by my home, minding my business. But rushing the door and barking wildly just when his owner got more than she baronce in a while someone will say to me, inches from her legs. Close enough that gained for in choosing this type of workknowing that I own one, “I’m thinking I could see his saliva spots on her pants. ing dog. Before you choose a guard dog, about getting a German Shepherd.” I Most anyone would be confused by this whether trained to guard or coming by worry when Nitro’s beauty and obedibehavior on the dog’s part. Why would it naturally, think long and hard about ence are displayed that we are sending a he become upset with someone he was what it means for the way you will have message that isn’t telling the whole story. interacting so politely with moments to live your life. Dog parks are probably Nitro is a vehement guard dog. before? That is the good and bad thing not in your future. Dining on restaurant Guard dogs, whether instinctual or about a true guard dog. patios with your dog is probably not in trained, don’t know what strangers you Real guard dogs are like alarm sysyour future. An open door policy at your are comfortable with walking up behind tems. They are going to alert until some- home is certainly not in your future. If you and which ones you aren’t comfortone with authority disarms them. And if you already have a guard dog, learn to able with walking up behind you. Case they don’t get disarmed, things will get think of the positive side of it and be in point: A house call veterinarian had turned up. Imagine the same scenario understanding and grateful to your dog. come to visit Nitro in our home. He above but this time instead of a veteriThey are working for you, and you will became comfortable with her during narian returning to ask a question about never make them see things differently. her visit. He relaxed around her, and driving directions it’s a service person Manage them properly; keep others safe she was able to examine him. She left returning with ill intentions. You would at all costs. And by all means, make sure at the end of the visit but seconds later, want your guard dog to be activated they get the obedience training they before I could lock the door, she came in that scenario, yes? This is how they need. back through my unlocked front door see the world. Everyone that is not part Susan Strough is an owner at RAW unannounced to ask me a question about of the pack is going to receive a hostile by Canines First and a dog trainer.
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By Stella Wilder
The coming week is not likely to mesh as a coherent whole to many. Rather, it will seem to be a collection of random episodes or events, each requiring something different from those involved — a different approach, a different strategy or tactic, a different attitude or even a different overall commitment. Indeed, while the week may look like a patchwork of unrelated experiences, anyone who really believes them to be unrelated is only fooling him- or herself. The truth is, of course, that there is a current running beneath it all that ties it together, though it's unlikely that any but the most acutely aware, instinctive or discerning individuals will recognize it. Those who do recognize it can really score some points! While there is certainly something to be lost by doing nothing this week — and the price for inaction may be unusually high — there is also risk to be incurred by those who try too hard to make things happen. If the timing is right, so be it, but if not, it's best to let things evolve organically. CANCER (June 21-July 7) You'll need to restate your case perhaps several times before you win the support for which you've been campaigning so hard. (July 8-July 22) – You may wind up working much harder to ensure that someone else's project is up to par.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) Anyone who doesn't understand what is required may wind up in an awkward situation when all is said and done. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) – You're looking for a road map of sorts, but in fact, you're going to have to forge ahead without any such clear guidance. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) Your attention will turn to something that seems trivial, but you know instinctively that there's more there than meets the eye. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) – What someone asks of you may not be entirely possible, but you can do something to win approval. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) The most important weapon in your arsenal is good humor. Don't let yourself be pulled down by those who don't know what a smile is! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) – You may be tempted to get in touch with someone who, in the past, was nothing but trouble for you. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) If you wait until the time is just right to do what you've long been planning to do, you'll never get it done. The odds are with you. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) – Someone may not be holding up his or her end of a bargain, possibly causing you
some sleepless nights. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) You'll be reminded of a past commitment that inspires you to commit to something new and potentially far more profitable. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) – You're not in a position to call the shots, but if you do what you are told, you can rise quickly through the ranks. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) You may be in a position of some authority throughout much of the week, and the more gently you wield that authority, the better. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) – You're in need of some downtime, which you can certainly arrange if you plan periods of work with some extra care. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) Never say "never" — especially this week! Once you have dismissed something as impossible, it may soon haunt you in troubling ways. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) – It's unlikely that you will get everything you want, but one item in particular may well fall in your lap. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) You may not understand why communication has become difficult between you and a compatriot. It's time to explore further.
Copyright 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Inc. (March 6-March 20) – You may feel somewhat isolated as the week opens, but as you relax and adjust to changing rhythms, the problem should solve itself. ARIES (March 21-April 4) You've got one or two major projects to finish for someone else before you tend to your own personal needs. Time is on your side. (April 5-April 19) – You may feel as though everyone is looking at you, waiting to see what you will do. You will not disappoint! TAURUS (April 20-May 5) One of the answers you have been seeking for some time may come to you toward midweek as if by magic — but its source is well-known. (May 6-May 20) – You can capitalize on someone else's mistakes in a way that doesn't belittle him or her in the least. GEMINI (May 21-June 6) Someone is waiting for you to give the final word, but you're not yet aware of certain key facts, so you must hold off a little longer. (June 7-June 20) – Now is the time for you to reach out to those who may be able to offer you more in the way of career opportunities.
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By Candy Evans
• 15.6 miles to Rick’s Cabaret • 6 miles from Whole Foods … your wife will love living The week in so close to organic real estate: Yes, we produce finally have some Rick’s virgins in Dallas Cabaret while the or at least one. The little lady cooks in Virgin Hotel anthe kitchen? First nounced a Dallas of all, who the Design District hell in University location, and Park goes to Crosland Company Candace Evans Rick’s Cabaret? is creating 35 luxury Secondly, the condos on the top Whole Foods floors. Mike Miles is out — is waaaay up Preston, past what will that do to property the choking intersection of values? Talk about getting Northwest Highway and out of Dodge as fast as you Preston. You’ll pass a Tom can, Shawn Horcoff put his Thumb and Central Market at University Park manor on Preston Royal, just go there. the market just in time for Of course, there is the little summer. Tom Thumb you can walk The home is quite new, to over on Villanova whose about three years old. These lease is up, which is why Crow are the highlights a site called Holdings wants to put that “Busted Coverage” pointed second story Tom Thumb over out — you will die laughing: at the Preston Pavilion, across • 5 bedrooms, 6 baths from the two level 1950s • Not a bunch of grass to cut parking garage they want a • The kitchen is massive, sky-bridge to connect. Which you’ll feel like you’re living in Laura Miller doesn’t want — a Pottery Barn catalog argh! Anyhow, I digress from
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This home is located at 3704 Wentwood Drive and is listed for $2,950,000. the wonders of 3704 Wentwood Drive. The lot is .24 of an acre, and the floors are stunning wide-planked oak laid on the diagonal. Not sure if the master is up or down, we will ask listing agent Julie Provenzano, who is the agent to most of the Dallas Stars both coming and going. The lines are clean, light, bright transitional, and the kitchen is stunning with that huge marble island, stone backsplash, built-ins and beams. Coats Homes was the builder. Really pretty formals. The home is a breeze for family living and
entertaining. Master up along with three large bedrooms. I
am loving the third story game room/ fifth bedroom equipped with an open brick wall and a wet bar counter. (No one does sit down, 60s style bars anymore I’m told. That’s way too “Mad Men” style.) You’ve got enough bedrooms for a bevy of kiddos plus a guest room. The garage is rear-entry so the front of the house remains uncluttered, and I love the circular sidewalk. Those sliding barn doors are a huge new trend — seeing them everywhere! The house has extensive use of stone and brick materials in the interior wall surfaces. Note how the tile is carried all the way up and
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around the master bath tub. I also love the touches with gables and angles in all the bedrooms. The listing price on this freshly squeezed listing is $2,950,000. As I said, Julie Provenzano is the listing agent. Should be in MLS by the time you are reading this, which means it won’t have much time. Oh yes, here is the old home they had on the lot before this shiny new angel was built. Looks like they paid $1,199,000 for the dirt back in July 2008. What was there and is there now — two very different animals! CandysDirt.com is the only blog in Dallas for the truly Real-Estate obsessed! Named by National Association of Real Estate Editors as the BEST Real Estate Blog in the country, we celebrate Real Estate every single day! Sign up at CandysDirt.com.
HAMMER AND NAILS
Four reasons to consider renovating By Stephan Sardone
much as you’ve tried to convince yourself otherwise, you do need a second story. 2. You created memories there. You When a Realtor.com brought your first baby home. You hosted your report acknowledged first married Thanksgiving there. Your first resthat in 2014 more homecued puppy cozied up to your feet in your living owners were renovatroom. Your kitchen pantry is marked with inches ing instead of moving, of growth from each year of your kids’ lives. You we nodded our head in celebrated your first promotion. You learned how agreement. The moving to make bruschetta in your kitchen. process is far from ap3. You know your neighbors. Even the Stephan Sardone prickly ones. You know when Mary goes out pealing: making your home camera to get the paper. The ready, constantly neighborhood cats cleaning and havknow where you leave ing to leave at a a water bowl. Evenings moment’s notice are enjoyed in the front for showings, and yard, yelling from sides all before you of streets, catching up even have a poon the day with familtential buyer that iar faces. you hope doesn’t 4. You want to fall through. Then stay, but it seems Photo courtesy of Sardone Construction the grass is greener the packing and Renovation can lighten up an otherwise dull room. planning begins. somewhere else. As So, why is with anything in our renovating better than relocating? Homes are lives, things are ever evolving, and it may seem more than just property. There’s that special something better is out there. With each new something that you can’t put your finger on change or need, we can be tempted to move that makes your home … home. After nearly on. But have you ever considered making your 15 years in the renovation industry, we have own grass the greener shade? Home is home. consistently heard these four reasons from our Making changes within the four walls of where homeowner-clients why renovating is better you live can make opening the door to friends, than relocating: family and the good parts of life all the better. 1. Your home originally drew you in for Though our realtor friends wiped away a a reason. You were drawn to the front porch. tear, we were ecstatic to learn that more people You could imagine welcoming friends into the in 2014 were renovating instead of relocating. beautiful entryway. Whether it was the location, Go ahead and join the trend, make your home the “feel” or the number of bedrooms, it drew the home you want. you in. Things change over time and throughout Stephan Sardone is owner of Sardone time you’ve determined the kitchen could be Construction and has been helping people improve bigger or the master bath feels insufficient. Or as their life by remodeling their home around their life. Stephan@sardoneconstruction.com
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DOTTY'S TRUE TEXAS CUISINE
New chef has Cook Hall cooking By Dotty Griffith
dottykgriffith@gmail.com There’s a new chef at Cook Hall, the gastropub in the W Dallas — Victory Hotel. An Indian American whose culinary career started in 1993 in Hyderabad, India, Vijay Sadhu has called Dallas home since 2006. Though he’s lived in the Midwest and on both coasts, in Savannah, Ga., as well as in Australia, “I feel like this is my home town,” Sadhu said. He absorbed a lot about Texas tastes from Stephan Pyles during his 2009 stint at Pyles’ former Sumar, an India-inspired restaurant, as executive chef. Sadhu also learned a lot about Dallas palates from other top chefs he’s worked with, citing Tim Byres (Smoke) and Matt McAllister (FT 33). In 2010, Sadhu opened Sutra, “a modern Indian restaurant with Portuguese influence,” and then Pepper Smash, a cocktail kitchen at Shops of Legacy in Plano. Though relatively short-lived, Sutra drew widespread critical acclaim. Pepper Smash, opened in 2012, lives on under different ownership. Now Sadhu is putting it all together at Cook Hall. “After working with all the big guys and learning so much, I want to cook out of the box,” Sadhu said. “Here at Cook Hall, they really like all my experiences and cuisines. I want to do Texan and Southern with international flair.” That means some unexpected combinations, which tasted as delicious as they
sounded potentially disconnected at a recent prix fixe dinner featuring McKinney’s Franconia Brewery beers and Sadhu’s cuisine. The Cook Hall menu reflected the global reach of the chef’s culinary experience. First course: deliciously spicy Singapore StirFry Chicken on Plantain Leaf with Franconia Amber. This smooth caramel beer with a spicy finish paired oh so nicely with the Asian sweet-hot flavor profile of the sauce on the chicken. Second course: A very Spanish dish but so perfect for Texas summer, Ajo Blanco (Almond Gazpacho) matched deliciously with Franconia Wheat Beer. Reflecting very traditional German technique Photo by Alese Nielsen and the flavor of Bavarian Chef Vijay Sadhu of Cook Hall. wheat yeast, the beer rocks with subtle banana, orange what speaks.” And his multiand clove tastes. (See my lingual cuisine has a lot to say. column next week for Chef “I feel like Cook Hall is where Sadhu’s Ajo Blanco recipe.) I can show my inspiration,” Sadhu went really Texan Sadhu adds. “I’ll be doing with the main course, smoked heritage foods with big bold rib eye with a Franconia flavors.” Maibock Beer Sauce on a bed of Sadhu plans to roll out collard greens and baked beans. his menu additions beginning The pairing? Also Franconia in July. For instance, he’s been Maibock; we got the last of this experimenting with pickling year’s seasonal spring brew. Texas-grown peaches, creating Even the dessert, baa Louisiana-style gumbo, using nana pecan bread pudfragrant French-made curry ding, featured a sauce build seasoning on delicate scallops. around the light, refreshing Go to cookhalldallas. Franconia Koelsch. Made com for monthly beer dinwith special ale yeast, Koelsch ner and other special event has a hint of citrus aroma and announcements. fleeting floral smell. The taste COOK HALL is light and refreshing with W Dallas — Victory Hotel a little sweetness at the end, 2440 Victory Park Lane perfect for a dessert sauce and Dallas, 75219 an ending quaff. 214-397-4111 Sadhu said, “The flavor is cookhalldallas.com
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Strawberry Brown Sugar Ice Cream Monday, June 29
The sour cream brings out the sweetness of the strawberries in this simple summer treat. If you like, add 1 cup of rinsed and chopped strawberries to the mixture as it freezes. 1 pound fresh strawberries, rinsed, hulled and halved (quartered if large) 3/4 cup light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1 cup sour cream 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Tuesday, June 30
In a bowl, toss together the strawberries, brown sugar and salt. Let stand for about an hour, stirring occasionally. Combine the strawberries and their juices with the sour cream, heavy cream, and lemon juice in a blender. Blend until smooth, and strain the seeds out if desired. Refrigerate until very cold, about 2 hours, then freeze in your ice cream maker. The texture will be very soft straight out of the ice cream maker but will firm up in the freezer. Recipe by Sara Newberry
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THEATER
JUNE 26 - JULY 2, 2015
Cleveland switches gears as ‘The Nance’
By Shari Goldstein Stern shari@katytrailweekly.com
When it comes to comic actors in Dallas, one would be hard pressed to find one funnier or in greater demand than B.J. Cleveland, who is currently appearing in the regional premiere of Douglas Carter Beane’s “The Nance,” running at Uptown Players (UP) through July 5. Dallas theater patrons have laughed until their sides hurt over Cleveland’s interpretations of a pageant host, a Broadway star, a radio announcer, a hair stylist and so many other memorable parts. He’s also Dallas theater’s queen of cross-dressing role. No one has better comedic timing, facial expressions or surprising improv. The hard working performer has been in the spotlight of so many area theaters, both as an actor and director, so much so that his name has become a brand. But his skills go far beyond comedy. That’s evidenced as he switches gears in the show’s second act to the talented, serious actor. Fellow actor and WaterTower Theatre board member Stan Graner observed, “[The Chauncey character] requires a broad comic actor who excels in the intricate timing and execution of vaudevillian comedy, with all the asides and reactions that style demands. He needs to be [funny] but [the role] also
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In his Uptown Players debut, Sterling Gafford (left) is authentic as a down and out street person who becomes a love interest and project of Chauncey, played by B.J. Cleveland (right). needs a strong dramatic actor who can pull off the realistic emotional journey Chauncey takes offstage.” Cleveland said following the performance that he was “emotionally drained.” It’s no wonder, after the energy-charged role he had just performed brilliantly. In a heartbeat he transforms from a burlesque funny man to a momentarily fulfilled lover to a broken loner. For a comic actor, he evokes a lot of tissues in the audience. As a veteran actor and award winner, Cleveland’s experience spans from adult to children’s theater, television, directing and teaching.
The Fort Worth native’s credits include work at Casa Mañana; WaterTower Theatre; Theatre Three; Theatre Too and Dallas Children’s Theater, where he also teaches and other area theaters. The funny man starred in Theatre Too’s eight-month run of “Shear Madness.” He was one of the original Uptown Players, appearing in the theater’s maiden show, “When Pigs Fly.” At UP, he appeared in “Forbidden Broadway,” “Pageant,” “Broadway Our Way” and many more productions. He’s also made many film and television appearances, including his own TV series. Cleveland was
artistic director of Theatre Arlington for 18 years. In total, the versatile performer has worked in 400 shows as an actor or director. Graner said that Cleveland is ideal for the role. “I think there’s a lot of B.J. in Chauncey. How B.J. as an actor navigates Chauncey’s arc is, I’m sure, highly personal. So when you see Chauncey react, you’re more likely than not also seeing B.J. react.” Under the direction of Bruce Coleman, “The Nance” is set in New York at the Irving Place Theatre, in a Greenwich Village automat and in Chauncey’s Hell’s Kitchen apartment in 1937.
Set designer Kevin Brown and lighting designer Jason Foster make magical use of a rotating set, with each location cordially inviting the audience in. Suzi Cranford’s showgirl costumes worn by Linda Leonard, Brett Warner and Sherry Hopkins are flashy fun. As Ned, Chauncey’s love interest, Sterling Gafford makes a seamless transition from a stifled, genderbending, down-on-his-luck street person to, following a scene in the buff, a burlesque professional, who becomes not only Chauncey’s partner and best friend, but his roommate and colleague as well. With and without his clothes, Gafford’s UP debut performance is solid, as he engages the audience with Ned’s story. Gafford said following the show that his nude scene is relevant to the story, with its comment about the fragility of relationships, no matter whether they are gay, straight or any other combination. Ned seemed more than content, and even happy finding out who he was, while Chauncey must have been surprised by his vulnerability. He didn’t quite know what to do with it as the pair worked through their emotionally charged relationship. Gafford added that, while this is his debut performance with UP, he hopes to do more with Uptown. When asked why he thinks Cleveland’s character,
Chauncey, pulled away from his partner, Ned, Graner surmised, “It probably boils down to Chauncey somehow buying into the degrading opinion society has had for gay people and internalizing it. When he realizes that the powers that be of that era couldn’t hear him as a human being because all they can see is the label of ‘queer,’ it’s hard for him to shake. If all of society sees you in a certain way, it takes extraordinary self-esteem to realize society is wrong about you and that what you're feeling is actually okay. Chauncey can’t do it.” Regarding Cleveland’s versatility, Graner pointed out the uniqueness of his combined talent as a director, teacher and actor. “B.J. is the most well-rounded arts person I’ve ever witnessed. I’ve never seen someone with a keener, more discerning eye — he’s off the charts. Everyone who’s ever seen B.J. perform, or to actually have had the immense pleasure to work with him, all see that he’s the real deal, and I’ve never heard anyone say that B.J.’s overrated. He’s one of the absolute best,” he concluded. “The Nance” runs through Sunday, July 5 at Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd. at Blackburn Street. For exact dates and times, visit uptownplayers.org or call the box office at 214-219-2718.
TRAVEL
Exotic travel is real adventure in Baku, Azerbaijan
By Michael Wald
wald.world@yahoo.com There are many styles of travel these days, from low cost camping to a luxury cruise costing thousands of dollars a night. You have to find your own comfort zone. I traveled recently to a country rarely visited, a type of travel I would classify as exotic. Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, was my destination for a week. I found a predominantly Islamic country that amazed me. The mosques here do not broadcast their calls to prayer. Most women do not cover. Although formerly part of modern Russia, the society retains many ancient traditions. The local rabbi told me he is greeted warmly by imams all over. Bustling, clean and European in aspect, this Asian capital city is the center of a vast business supplying much of the region’s oil. With somewhere between three to five million people (depending on which source you use), skyscrapers, impressive hotels, marble-decorated subways (20 cents a ride), many beautiful parks, a seashore jogging path, very good museums and several award-winning modern buildings standing side-by-side with buildings dating from the 15th century, Azerbaijan, a dictatorship, maintains excellent relations with Israel. When doing exotic travel, come prepared for local customs, as you’ll need to deal with them away from your Western hotel. The most striking local custom here deals with toilets. Many are for standup use requiring a squatting technique. Individuals supply their own paper. Much of the plumbing does not support flushing paper, so a waste basket is provided. Locals GMO cont'd from page 4 fields. Many crops are modified to be Roundup ready, a strong chemical used to kill weeds, grass, poison ivy and basically, all plants. Roundup ready crops can withstand the exposure to harsh chemical and toxins while the competitor weeds and grasses die. Insecticides are washed, by rain, off the landscape into our water supply damaging
do not use toilet paper at all, preferring to use a hose located next to each toilet with controls for temperature. I am told this comes from Islamic tradition that requires washing with water to be godly. In private homes, the toilet and shower are in the same un-partitioned, tiled-floored room that drains to the center. Use of the shower leaves the toilet and floor wet. You always remove your shoes when entering the house. Sandals are provided in the bathroom so you don’t skid. Usually people leave an urban place for more peaceful, quiet suburbs. Baku’s suburbs are downright ugly — heavily industrialized and blighted. Oil wells with exposed pipes run in every direction. Electrical wires and gas lines are all above ground. While Americans put grass everywhere, the landscape here is generally brown or wild. There are fancy restaurants behind ugly facades; you have to know where to look. You are treated as an honored guest and invited to tea wherever you go. Few people speak English. Having someone who can translate is helpful. Azerbaijan gained independence from the Soviets in 1991. Its first president, a former Soviet-era leader, Heydar Aliyev, took control and set the country on a modernizing path. It is astounding how many parks, buildings and streets are named for him. When he died, his son assumed power, and no one complained as he continues his father’s policies. This month Baku was the site of the first all-European Olympic Games. In 2017 it will host the Islamic games. These moves attempt to position the country as a major player in
wildlife, the environment and our drinking water while also remaining on crops we then ingest. The UGLY GMOs do not have to be labeled, making it hard to tell if the product in your hand has GMOs. Even an organic label does not mean non-GMO. If the product contains cottonseed oil, soybeans, corn or corn syrup, it more
Photos by Michael Wald
Entrance to the old walled city.
Baku must-sees include world-acclaimed Heydar Aliyev Center, an exhibition hall designed with no straight lines and the National Carpet Museum — a place I will discuss in an upcoming article. Azerbaijan may be full of oil, but it isn’t a well-oiled tourist destination yet; with many kinks yet to be worked out. But for those who want travel off the beaten path, add Heydar Aliyev Center is part of Baku's award winning architecture. Baku to your list. Michael Wald is a travel international sport. Azeris are also proud specialist with special experto have recently won international music tise in Panama adventure travel. He blogs about competitions. travel and other musings at untroddenla.com.
than likely has GMOs that are exacerbating environmental degradation. GMOs are not managed or regulated responsibly, and no laws have been passed, yet, intended to do so. The water is murky — genetic engineering has the capacity to do great things but with that technology comes great responsibility to our Earth. Next time you are out to dinner, inquire what the restaurant
means by being non-GMO. Do they not have any product with corn, corn syrup or soy in any of their products? All the buzz out about Chipotle going non-GMO, they even admit on their website the challenges of going completely non-GMO. Chipotle has committed to sourcing non-GMO corn and soy and source their meat and dairy from non-GMO animals, yet the grain (corn) fed to the animals
most likely is GMO, and their beverages contain GMO corn syrup. It’s important to have a basic understanding of GMOs as science research continues to investigate the effects of genetic engineering and large companies monopolize the newest technology for their own financial growth. Naima Montacer is a freelance writer and conservationist. View more at her website EnviroAdventures.com.
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3014 Oak Lawn Ave., 75219 ……………… 214-521-5197 Sunday Worship: 9 and 11 am; 10 am Discipleship Hour; Noon each Wed. Brown Bag Communion Dr. Anna Hosemann-Butler, Senior Pastor www.olumc.org
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HISTORY ON THE TRAIL
Power plant once part of building By Wayne Swearingen
to city power and paid a fair price for the turbines, which they could use in their nearby power plants. In part one last issue, I told After I had left that job and moved about the decision made by my on to Henry S. Miller Company to head boss, Mr. Collins, to install a the office division, Mr. Collins decided to massive power plant in the back bring a legal action against Lone Star Gas of the newest of three buildings, for encouraging the power plant venture. 411 N. Akard. This was about I don’t recall the final settlement; I haven’t 1965. He was convinced that I heard of any power plants going into simicould run the plant, so he sent lar projects in our area since that time. me to Chicago to learn about the In November 2014, I read where the five gas fueled Orenda turbines. Orenda was a subsidiary of Rolls Wayne Swearingen new owners of 411 N. Akard announced plans to convert the office portion to 215 Royce, a great name. Running apartments with a rooftop swimming pool. I the turbines was not a problem. Running and managing a power plant was a big job for which I was completely unqualified. Even with the help of Lone Star Gas, we couldn’t find a qualified plant manager. The Plant: • Five gas fueled turbines (basically jet engines), each attached to a large generator producing 1250 KVA. I think this meant kilovolt amperes but don’t hold me to it; I am not an engineer. • One steam driven turbine, using the exhaust heat from the jet engines to create steam and producing another 2000 KVA. • Under normal temperature and power demand periods, three of the gas turbines and the steam turbine would be sufficient to provide the power for all three office buildings. • When July and August arrive in Dallas, AC demand goes way above normal during the day. • If the additional turbines are not put on line in advance, and demand gets ahead of supply, the entire plant shuts down. It happened seven times before we finally gave up. My primary job was managing and leasing the office buildings, which are hard to lease when the power failure reputation gets around. The situation went from bad to worse. Mr. Collins decided to junk the whole idea, and DP&L came to the rescue, hooked all three office buildings back
Photo by Wayne Swearingen
A power plant was once part of 411 N. Akard St. doubt if the new owners know the history of that big block of empty space behind the garage elevators, which once housed a massive power plant for three office buildings. Also, in that same month, I read where Olympus Property had purchased the two original FULICO buildings, which are now the 440 unit Mosaic Apartments, again being renovated. And now you know “the rest of the story.” Wayne Swearingen, CRE, is a principal at Barclay Commercial Group and lives adjacent to the Katy Trail. Contact him at wswearingen@barclaycom.com.
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TRAIL LAWYER
Needing a bigger fly swatter By Gregory M. Clift gclift@clousedunn.com
Juice cleanses. Lap band surgery. Drones. “What topics will cause people to run from a conversation, Alex?” Despite anyone’s best efforts, attempting to survive a week without a conversation about drones is a fruitless endeavor. It is estimated by 2020 that almost 30,000 unmanned aircraft will occupy national airspace. Others estimate the drone industry to become worth $89 billion. The industry’s expansion will further reduce the odds of avoiding the topic. By September 2015, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is charged with establishing rules for commercial drone use. Until then, commercial use is banned absent express permission from the FAA. In the meantime, recreational drone use is permitted. However, recreational users are being
aircraft. destroyed once the person Reacting to the pubknows of the violation and lic’s concerns, states are the image was not disalso passing legislation. seminated, the person has Generally, state legislaa defense to prosecution. tion is taking Distributing two forms: the image, regulating however, may drone flight lead to up to or regulat180 days in jail ing drone use. and a fine of up For example, to $2,000. Oregon enactNow the ed legislation real question allowing lawevery Texan Gregory M. Clift wants ansuits against drone operaswered: can tors by property owners if you shoot that drone out of the operator flies below 400 the sky? Unfortunately, a feet over the property, the number of laws not directly operator is warned not to applicable to drones prodo so again but does it any- hibit this seemingly warway. Tennessee amended ranted act, so no. However, its criminal trespass statute Oklahoma is considering a to make drone flight over law allowing property ownproperty below navigable ers to shoot down drones airspace a crime. over their land, so whether Texas took the drone Texas will follow is to be use approach. In 2013, it seen. passed the Texas Privacy In the meantime, nofAct. The act makes clear lyzone.org allows an alterit is not limited to photonative. A property owner graphs by defining image can enter a home address as the “capturing of sound and a few pieces of ad-
EDUCATION 3.0
Viewing the brain as a muscle By Lee Anderson
lee@hsidevelopment.org We previously explored a rising new trend in education: schools and education programs all around the world are increasingly integrating social and emotional learning (SEL) into their curricula. And this is not simply another new fad in education. Rigorous scientific evidence reveals that these programs not only result in significant gains in academic achievement, but they moderate short-term behavior and developmental issues and also reduce long-term involvement in criminal activities. Today’s column will take a neurological approach to understanding where the wide-ranging benefits of SEL come from exactly. We first start with a brief sketch of the inner workings of the brain. Neurologists commonly refer to the brain as a muscle because the more exercise, or practice, that we give it, the stronger it gets. In a nut shell, this view of the brain represents what neuroscientists call brain neuroplasticity, i.e. the brain’s ability to develop and change according to its environment and surroundings. The human brain is particularly unique in this regard; our brains are designed to adapt to the environment around us from the day we are born. In fact, Shore (2006) reports that up to 75 percent of the brain develops outside of the womb, with the brain reaching roughly two-thirds of its eventual biomass by the age of five. In
contrast, chimpanzees, who happen to be our closest primate relation, are conceived with brains that are about 45 percent of their eventual biomass at birth. The rapid growth of the human brain outside the womb in the earliest years highlights the
Lee Anderson importance of sustained, early stimulation of the brain. As Shore observes, the underdevelopment of the human brain at birth creates both opportunities and risks for a child’s development depending on their earliest environmental experiences. The brain’s ability to mold to its environment can be explained through the activation and development of its neural network. The base unit of this neural network is the neuron; a tiny cell that continuously receives, processes and sends information to other neurons through the nervous system. A synapse refers to the connection made between different neurons, and when synaptic connections are repeatedly activated, they tend to become durable or even permanent neural pathways throughout time. Eventually, the brain begins to shed the synaptic connections that are not being activated frequently, leaving more room for the ones that are.
For fortunate children raised in positive environments, this means that their neural networks will become hardwired for reinforcing positive development and social behaviors. But repeated exposure to negative early experiences may mean lifelong changes in brain chemistry that are harmful to a child’s long-term well being (Shore). Let’s take the example of a child who sustains ongoing abuse. Most of us are aware of the detrimental, lifelong impairments that can follow childhood abuse, but we are less aware of why this is so. Remember, brain plasticity refers to the brain’s ability to adapt to its environment. In the case of a kid suffering from sustained child abuse, the brain will “learn” to be afraid of and distrust others in their immediate environment. This process of learning is one of pruning; the synapses that regulate healthy, trusting attachment to others will be deleted, while the one’s that contribute to feelings of distrust, anger or violence will be reinforced. Several studies have shown that early exposure to trauma or abuse increases the risk of anxiety, depression and the tendency towards violent behaviors, while also significantly impairing their ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with those around them. As Shore notes, Perry (1996) maintains that sustained childhood abuse can overdevelop the parts of the brain that regulate our automated, biological responses to perceived
danger or threat in our environment — making one much more likely to quickly jump into an aggressive, combative state with those around them while impeding the parts of their brain that would normally put a brake on such social behaviors. One the other hand, Shore tells us that the key to healthy brain development lie in forming strong, secure attachments with those around them in their early childhood — something she refers to as a “biological protective factor.” Supportive, emotionally responsive care is the key — parents, childcare specialist and teachers would all be wise to remember this. As a child begins to mature and experience/ learn about their inner emotions, adults who can accurately gauge their emotional state and respond appropriately, will reinforce and validate the child’s inner-self. Repeated interactions can build a child who is confident, assertive, and more emphatic of those around them, as well as one who is more resilient to adversity. In fact, some researchers have even found that infants who are frequently touched and held gain body weight more quickly and show larger gains in head circumference as compared to those who are coddled less often (Shore). SMRT is an education systems consulting nonprofit that partners with K-12 schools and adult education programs to accelerate student growth and achievement. To find out more, visit SMRTeducation.org or call 214-763-5209.
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Amazon.com wants to begin delivering packages by drone. subjected to a patchwork of federal and state rules and laws. The FAA allows recreational use and has set out safety guidelines: • Fly below 400 feet and remain clear of surrounding obstacles • Keep the aircraft within visual line of sight at all times • Remain well clear of and do not interfere with manned aircraft operations • Don't fly within five miles of an airport unless you contact the airport and control tower before flying • Don't fly near people or stadiums • Don't fly an aircraft that weighs more than 55 lbs. • Don't be careless or reckless with your unmanned aircraft — you could be fined for endangering people or other MULL cont'd from page 5
waves, thermal, infrared, ultraviolet, visible light or other electromagnetic waves, odor or other conditions existing on or about real property in this state or an individual located on that property.” It then lists a number of permissible uses, some of which include: • Educational, if the person is employed in some way by an “institution of higher education” • With the consent of a property owner • Rescue operations • Fire suppression operations • Pipeline inspections • If not used for surveillance, so long as the drone is below eight feet off the ground The act allows for civil and criminal penalties. Oddly enough, if an image violating the act is
ditional information. The company then verifies the information, and coordinates with participating manufacturers to automatically prevent drones from flying over that property. However, it is up to the manufacturers to include the location, and the site offers no guarantees. While drone pizza delivery may not happen, additional, likely conflicting, laws are inevitable with this new technology. As always, the above is not exhaustive, and consulting with experienced counsel may be warranted, especially when commercial uses are permitted. Gregory M. Clift is a business and employment litigation partner with Clouse Dunn LLP, in Dallas. He may be reached at 214-239-2777 or gclift@ clousedunn.com.
Oracle) Arena in Oakland. This season’s champion Warriors, led by season MVP Stephen Curry and NBA Finals MVP Andre Iguodala, were the epitome of team play. Their style now has the
team in the best conference all season. They lead the league in offense. They led the league in defense. They had the most home wins with 39. They had the most road wins of any team. They won 67 games in the regular season, the fifth most in NBA history. They led the league with a ridiculous 45 double-digit wins. But the media focus throughout the series was on James. It was the Warriors first championship in 40 years. As a teenager, I watched Rick Barry and an otherwise anonymous team shock the NBA world by winning the championship with a four-game sweep over the heavily favored Washington Bullets Photo courtesy of MLB team that was coached by Hall of Pitcher Max Scherzer had a near perfect week. Famer K. C. Jones and featured Hall of Fame players “The Big E” entire NBA rethinking the way the game Elvin Hayes and Wes Unseld, and star play- should be played. They were the first jumpers Mike Riordan and Phil Chenier. shooting team in recent memory to win the So little respect did the 1974-75 NBA Champion’s Larry O’Brien trophy. Warriors get that the Oakland Coliseum The night of the victory and a Friday Arena management didn’t believe they parade in front of more than 500,000 fans would make it to the NBA Finals and in Oakland went off without incident. No booked the facility for the Ice Capades. broken windows. No car fires. No arrests. Golden State had to play their NBA Finals Nothing but love for a team that James home games at the decrepit Cow Palace couldn’t beat by himself. in Daly City, Calif. At least the 2014-15 For sports fans everywhere, it was a Warriors got to play all of their home playweek to never forget. For Warriors fans, it off games in the raucous Coliseum (now was a week that took 40 years to get here.
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and during the curtain call. His vocals are the epitome of “bringing the house down.” Jennlee Shallow as Elizabeth also is remarkable with her vocal solos. Music from the Chantels, the Drifters, Marvin Gaye, Lesley Gore and other artists enhance the score seamlessly. Musical director Alan J. Plado and music coordinator John Miller’s combining the small orchestra, the talented actors and ensemble, with some actual recordings is effective enough to keep the audience riveted. Otis Redding’s first solo record, “These Arms of Mine” backed some unforgettable dancing. While enjoying Johnny dance to numbers like “You Do Something to Me” and “You’re the Cream in My Coffee,” a patron commented that Pergande (Johnny) danced like a young Fred Astaire. Kudos to set designer Stephen Brimson Lewis, lighting designer Tim Mitchell and the rest of the crew for the feast of the senses. Michael Jenkins, DSM’s president and managing director who had a gleam in his eye about the effects, said, “This is where musical theater is going. You will see more and more of this.” DSM’s “Dirty Dancing” runs through July 5 at the Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave. For tickets and information, visit The Box Office in Preston Royal Shopping Center, visit dallassummermusicals.org, or call 1-800ETIX (3849).
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For roughly $30, a family will be able to digest some of the best psychiatric treatment available by seeing Pixar's “Inside Out.” If you want to spring for some popcorn, it will only cost a few more bucks, but this may be a waste as the gorgeously rendered action and wildly inventive (also borderline subversive) humor will have kids throwing it all over the theater. After a few movies that are best described as “meh,” Pixar has gotten back to what they do best: movies that entertain adults and kids alike with a script that never talks down to either audience. This screenplay by Meg LeFauve, Josh Cooley and Pete Docter (who also directed) is a virtual lock for Best Original Screenplay nominations and perhaps features the finest look at adolescence in movie history. For the first decade of her life, Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) has lived a life dominated by joy, both literally and figuratively in this case. Inside her head, Joy (Amy Poehler) is the boss, managing her inner thoughts in what looks like the control room of the USS Enterprise. Joy has little use for other feelings as Riley blissfully goes from happy moment to happy moment with seemingly no problems to speak of. Then, Riley and her parents (Kyle MacLachlan and Diane Lane) move from Minnesota to downtown San Francisco. This causes havoc in the real world and inside Riley’s developing brain and suddenly, Joy’s vice grip comes loose and a few other emotions come into play. Those emotions are Fear (Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), Disgust (Mindy Kaling), and, most notably, Sadness (Phyllis Smith). Up until the life altering change of scenery, Riley and Joy didn’t require any of those particular feelings. Joy’s damage control of Riley’s emotion scene gets out of control as “islands” that house parts of Riley’s personality come
a gut punch to every will hit adults like a ton of bricks. There is parent sitting in the surely a point in everyone's life when you first theater watching. He experienced sadness or heart break and seeing is the embodiment of that precise moment play out on screen is eye growing up and seeing opening. That sadness is perfectly embodied what happens to Bing by Smith, whose deadpan, sad sack voice rips Bong in “Inside Out" the movie out from under the bubbly Poehler. will have kids wonderSmith does such a fantastic job that it ing why mom and/or won’t take psychology degree to understand dad are in tears. her role inside Riley’s head and how necessary While the animait is. It’s just a brilliantly written character and tion is off the charts a performance that cannot be overlooked for and eye popping (alits greatness. most worth seeing in “Inside Out” deserves all the praise and 3D), the voice acting accolades it will receive. This is one of Pixar’s is what makes “Inside finest movies and is perhaps their riskiest conOut” fly off the screen. cept to date. This literal head trip is so smartly Photo courtesy of Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Each character gets a done that it’s hard to believe a think tank of The life of Riley is the focus of Pixar's "Inside Out." few moments to reshrinks didn’t write it. This is the most clever ally show off, with metaphor for adolescence ever created and crashing down in a jarring manner. Whether Hader’s Fear and Black’s Anger stealing sevwill no doubt be watched for decades to come. it’s her love of hockey or goofiness, it’s a shock eral scenes. While teeterto the system seeing these things fade away ing on the edge of annoyinto her memory, as if you’re watching your SOLUTION TO THIS WEEK’S PUZZLE ance, Poehler excels as own childhood fall apart before your very Joy, speed talking her way eyes. through every situation Joy and Sadness find themselves outside and blissfully turning a the control room, lost in the world of Riley’s blind eye to any negative stored memory and among workers that are responsible for housing them in what look like situation. However, the heart massive computer servers. They have a handof “Inside Out” belongs to ful of Riley’s “core memories” that they desKind and Smith. Kind’s perately need to get back inside her head beloopy, fun-filled Bing fore it’s too late, while leaving Fear, Anger and Bong will not only be the Disgust alone to run Riley’s world. toy your children forced “Inside Out” moves along at an incredyou to buy, but his perforible pace, both dramatically and comedically, mance is marvelous. There but it reaches its zenith when Riley’s childreally couldn’t have been hood imaginary friend shows up. Bing Bong another voice coming out (Richard Kind) just hangs out in her memory of this fantasy creature banks, looking at things that remind him of that is part elephant, dolall the times he spent with Riley. He eventuphin but mostly cotton ally aids Joy and Sadness in their mission of candy. getting back to the control room. The key to “Inside With Bing Bong, “Inside Out” does what Out” is the one that kids only Pixar can do. He is the perfect metaphor may not understand but for the bittersweetness of childhood and is
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Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate Has Prominent Presence in Goar Park‘s Fourth of July Festivities. The Park Cities Fourth of July Parade is one of Dallas’ greatest Independence Day traditions. Residents of the Park Cities and surrounding neighborhoods will come together on July 4 to watch people representing various businesses, schools, and community groups march from Town Hall in Highland Park to City Hall in University Park. Leslie Melson, who recently finished a stint as president of the Highland Park ISD Board of Trustees, will be Grand Marshal of this year’s parade, which is organized by the Rotary Club of Park Cities. Byron Egan, who led the efforts to create the University Park Public Library, will be honored as University Park’s Citizen of the Year during the post-parade festival in Goar Park. As always, Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate will proudly operate two booths designed to keep festival patrons cool. The agents at our flagship lemonade stand will be prepared to distribute thousands of cups of liquid refreshment, free of charge. An added bonus this year will be the 500 flying discs we’ll be giving away. Meanwhile, members of The Rhodes Group will be bringing dozens of watermelons to Goar Park so festival patrons can demonstrate their abilities to chow down. Win one of their contests, and you’ll be able to proudly walk away with a hat that brands you a Watermelon Eating Champion.
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