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Summer W
ell, we survived the first month of Summer Break! For many of us, it’s a challenge to
balance work with the added stress of
needing additional childcare, keeping the kids busy and not bored and also
not breaking the bank while doing so.
Gone are the days when children left the house after breakfast on their bikes for
a day of Summer shenanigans with the
only instruction being to make sure they were home before the streetlights were
on. Today’s kids expect to be entertained, and I don’t know about your kids, but
mine do not seem to find it funny when I
say “if you’re bored I have a list of chores you can do.” It does seem to buy me a
few extra minutes before they’re asking
what they can do, but it certainly doesn’t
buy me the time I need to get everything done. Summer brings a whole new level of stress. There are a lot more chores
like the extra house cleaning from them being at home to the what seems like 100 extra loads of laundry thanks to
swimming towels, endless sleepovers
with friends, oh, and have I mentioned
my three dogs that seem to like to jump in the pool for some fun too!? In this
issue, we are focused on Education, and maybe it’s because after a month and a bit of these kiddos at home many of us
are already starting to long for the days of
school, where structure and order rule our days. July is always a great time to start considering things like daycare options for the Fall, after-school activities, and
for many the move from Public school to Private school or the other way around.
This month’s issue is full of articles to help you on your journey and also packed
full of tips to keep you entertained this
Summer. And although I may not paint the best picture of Summer, it really is tongue and cheek because some of my best
memories over the years come from late
night campfires, family vacations, weekend boating, and just the laid-back vibe that comes from the Texas sun on your face.
Sometimes, you just have to pause from the madness to see the blessings you have around you. Till next month!
Sincerely, Kelly Murray
Publisher of Murray Media Group
TABLE OF
CONTENTS THIS MONTH: We’re focusing on education. Look for the icon to find out ways to keep your child on track.
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On the Cover: Students of Primrose School of Lantana
Primrose School of Lantana: Where Lightbulb Moments Happen FEATURED:
ASK THE EXPERTS
52 EDITORS PICK: Argyle Golfer is Living Out Dream
ARTICLES
10 Home Design with ML Group
08 Local Ministry Needs Help
34 Lantana Swim Club
16 Fitness with Jesse James Fit
09 Rescue Me: Adoption of the Month
36 Summer Tutoring
22 Counseling with Acorn Counseling Services 28 Makeover of the Month with Cloud 9 Salon
12 Inside Community 13 Inside Education 14 District 6-6A All District 2018
38 De’Vion Harmon Helps Team Win Gold Metal 41 Living for Zachary Heart Screening
14 Guyer Freshman Day 2018
44 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks Real Estate
48 Gardening with Complete Solutions
20 Local Student Komal Karumuru Wins Prestigious Scholarship
46 8 Ways Parents Can Prepare for Back to School
50 Edit This with Steve Gamel
24 How to Stay on Track to Go Back
54 6 Athletes Named to All-State Team
26 Sheriff's Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree
58 Perfection on the Diamond
40 Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental
56 Pest Control with Mosquito Joe PHOTOS FROM LANTANA 04 Lantana Resident Photos 13 Lantana Resident Photos
30 A Wine Tasting that's Brought to You
42 Lantana Lightning Swim Club
31 Infant Feeding Tips
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Education Article
Local Ministry
NEEDS LANTANA'S HELP BACK TO SCHOOL FAIR
AS WE RAISE THE STANDARD OF LOVE AND RELATIONSHIP IN OUR COMMUNITY WE RAISE THE STANDARD OF LIVING IN THIS WORLD.
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n Thursday, August 9th, There Has To Be More Ministries will be hosting their annual Back 2 School Fair at the Lake Dallas Middle School from 5pm to 9pm. The Backpack and Health Fair provides LDISD families, who have found themselves with economic challenges, the chance to start the school year off right.
The fair is a fun and FREE family event that is open to everyone with an emphasis on increased awareness of educational opportunities, jobs, and social services. While at the fair, our families have the chance to spend time getting to know local businesses, churches, and even community leaders, in a one-onone setting.
WANT TO #HELPUSHELPTHEM You can drop supplies in the Back 2 School box at Lake Dallas City Hall or Lake Dallas Public Library. We will also have drop boxes at the following locations starting Saturday: Point Bank Corinth, Chic Fil A in Corinth, or Cross Timbers in Corinth.
HERE IS A LIST OF SUPPLIES • Wide Rule Filler Paper-200 Sheets • Wide Rule Composition Books-100 Sheets • Wide Rule Spiral Notebooks-70 Sheets • #2 Pencils-Bulk • Pens, Black or Blue-Bulk • Back Packs • Zippered Binders, 1.5” D Ring
• Crayons-24 Count • Washable Markers-8 Count • Colored Pencils-12 Count • Pencil Boxes-Small • Manila Paper 12x18-50 Sheets • Colored Construction Paper 12x18-50 Sheets • Expo Dry Erase Markers-4 Pack
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RESCUE ME: Adoptions of the Month Hi, I'm Hank I’d really like a new home and I was wondering if you could help.
All photos and info courtesy of Pet Finder
I am a Great Dane + Hound Mix and about 4 years old. I’m neutered and chipped, up to date on all my shots and I am house trained and good with older children. I love to run and play. Can I come live with you please? Animal Rescue Foundation of Texas in Flower Mound Please call or email so we can meet, 972.318.9650 or info@arftx.com
Hi, I'm Amelia Hi, I'm Fettachini (aka Feta) I am a Orange and White domestic short hair mix and am about 7 years old. I've traveled all the way from Playa de Carmen where someone rescued me and brought me here. I’m spayed, chipped, up to date on all my shots and I am house trained, great with other cats and children. Can I come live with you please? Animal Rescue Foundation of Texas in Flower Mound 972.318.9650 or info@arftx.com
I am a Dalmatian & Labrador Retriever Mix, I'm about 3 1/2 years old. I’m already spayed, up to date on all my shots and I am good with kids, and should be the only pup in the home. So I’m ready to go with you today! Amelia is in a happy foster home so you MUST set-up an appointment by calling Shelly at 214.766.8282 or by sending an email to shelly.nice@gmail.com Animal Rescue Foundation of Texas in Flower Mound 972.318.9650 or info@arftx.com
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Ask The Expert: Home Design
30 Years in
BUSINESS WHAT
WORKS? by Mike Love ML Group, LLC. 972.355.8700 MLGroupTexas.com
Be Willing To Make Sacrifices
VOTE FOR US! July 25
W
hen I decided years ago that I was going to take a leap of faith and start my own
residential and commercial design firm,
SO HOW DID WE GET HERE? HERE ARE 7 SECRETS TO LONGEVITY IN BUSINESS THAT WORK: •
Diversify your client portfolio, so you’re never reliant on one area or style.
•
Know your priorities, even as they change over time. Commit to your mission, vision, and values.
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Demonstrate unwavering perseverance, maintain the same work ethic as the day you first started.
•
Know the pulse of your client base. Understand what they want and need.
•
Be willing to make sacrifices.
•
Have a family support structure that
everything about being a business owner,
•
Have faith. Without this one factor, nothing else on this list would matter.
is working. We’ve all learned through
If you love what you do, and you surround yourself with the right people, you are destined to succeed.
the first thing out of one person’s mouth
was, “Are you crazy?” Looking back, they
were probably right. It was no secret that I knew the ins and outs of architecture. It came naturally to me, and many clients considered me their go-to designer.
But what, if anything, did I know about
running my own company? I promise you that it wasn’t a lot.
That was 30 years ago. The ML Group
has since positioned itself as one of the leading design firms in the country and
has built lasting relationships that include
volume, custom, and commercial builders. More importantly, we are committed to the client.
Now, I’m not going to suggest I know but after 30 years, clearly, something
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gives you encouragement, insight, and the ability to talk through your successes as well as your struggles.
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INSIDE COMMUNITY DCXTREME VOLLEYBALL CLUB LANTANA’S GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CLUB
DCXtreme Volleyball Club is the only girls volleyball club native to Lantana. DCX was founded by Harpool Middle School’s head volleyball coach, Greg Meshell in 2016. DCX builds competitive club teams and specializes in preparing girls ages 8-12 for club level and middle school volleyball through DCX’s Pre-Club Training Academy. DCX practices are held at Harpool Middle School. For more information about the club and clinics, visit www.dcxtremevolleyball.org or email: greg@dcxtremevolleyball.org. Registering now! photo courtesy Shroom Studios Branding
FREE HEART SCREENINGS
Living For Zachary Heart Screenings will be held on Saturday, August 11 from 9am-2pm at The Heart Hospital Baylor Denton. Free screenings are available for ages 12-22, and parents must be present for youth under 18. Screenings take approximately 20
minutes and include an EKG, SCA Risk History Questionnaire, and more. Appointments are required so be sure to secure one of the limited spots by calling 469.814.3565
(option 4). The American Heart Association recommends screening for sudden cardiac arrest every 2 years for ages 12-22. Learn more on pg 41. photo courtesy of the Living4Zachary Facebook page
photo courtesy of www.Eventbrite.com
CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
THE GREATEST SHOW VBS
The JimAustinOnline.com 4th Annual Celebrity Golf
Lantana Community Church will be holding their Vacation
Tournament will be held on Monday, July 30 at Tour 18 in
Bible School July 30-August 2 from 9am-Noon. This years
Flower Mound with an 8am tee off. This annual event benefits
theme is The Greatest Show. VBS is for students age 4 -
the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum. You can
upcoming 6th graders. Children must have turned 4 by July
register online via Eventbrite or at www.JimAustinOnline.com.
1 to be eligible. Registration is $20 and can be purchased via
Additional information can be found by calling 817.923.9305
Eventbrite. Scholarships are available, email Jessica Marr at
or by emailing info@jimaustinonline.com.
jessica.marr@lantana.chuch to obtain a scholarship.
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INSIDE EDUCATION FIRST-TIME STUDENT REGISTRATION If you have a student attending Guyer for the first time, registration is coming up! First-time Guyer students will have the opportunity to register between July 16-26 & August 6-9. You can schedule your registration appointment by calling 940.369.1000. This is not for students transferring from another Denton ISD school or moving up from Harpool or Crownover.
CCA SCHOLARSHIPS Christian Community Action is offering 3 scholarships: a Health Care Scholarship and two Winners For Life Scholarships. The Health Care Scholarship will be presented to a college student who is currently enrolled in a health care program, the winner will receive $1660. The two Winners For Life Scholarships will be given to at-risk youths entering their first year of college, recipients will be granted $1500 each. Applications are due July 31.
photo courtesy of Christian Durham Facebook page
MOURNING LOSS OF LOCAL TEEN Our Murray Media Group family wants to extend our love, prayers and sympathy to the family of Christian Durham, a Highland Village teen who passed away in a head-on collision in Argyle on June 24. Details of the accident are still under investigation. Authorities believe Christian’s sedan crossed over the center lines and into the path of another car traveling in the opposite direction near the 1000 block of East FM 407. Christian, a 2018 Marcus High School graduate, died at the scene. Our thoughts go out to his family during this difficult time.
Photos were submitted by area residents. If you’d like to submit your photos for publication or if you have any questions please email us at artwork@murray-media.com.
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District 6-6A ALL DISTRICT 2018 by Steve Gamel
BASEBALL
SOFTBALL
MVP: Jack Sigrist, Plano West
Co-MVP: Sylvia Murillo, Guyer
Offensive Player of the Year: Wilson Galvan, McKinney
Co-MVP: Lindsay Edwards, Plano
Defensive Player of the Year: Mason LaPlante, Allen
Pitcher of the Year: Bronte Rhoden, Plano
Newcomer of the Year: Tyler Collins, McKinney Boyd
Catcher of the Year: Alexis Perry, Wylie
Pitcher of the Year: Jack Hattrup, Plano West
Offensive Player of the Year: Bella Dayton, Wylie
Coach of the Year: Paul Coe, Allen
Infielder of the Year: Rylen Wiggins, Wylie
GET READY FOR
GUYER HS
FRESHMAN
DAY 2018
Outfielder of the Year: Emily Knight, Plano
FIRST TEAM:
Brett Tanksley, Allen
Chad Brown, McKinney Boyd Jack Hagan, McKinney Boyd Matt Foster, Plano
Newcomer of the Year: Kinsey Kackley, McKinney Boyd Coach of the Year: Molly Pipak, Plano
Luke Piper, Guyer
Jordan Beminio, Guyer Dait Miller, McKinney
Pearce Priebe, Plano West Morgan Allen, Guyer
Jake Smith, McKinney
Ethan Mann, McKinney Boyd
Chase Peterson, McKinney Boyd Nick Klein, Guyer
Taj Bickham, Allen
Dylan Parham, Guyer
Kade McCormick, Plano Garett Ozmer, Guyer Cole Latos, Allen
Jonathan McNair, Plano East
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FIRST TEAM: Czoey White, Plano Lily Ray, Plano Natalie O’Brien, Plano Morgan Medford, Guyer Kara DeBruin, Guyer Elisa Rosado, Plano West Myah Eldred, Allen Kelsie Delap, Allen Brittany Coe, Allen Kalei Christensen, McKinney Diana Murtha, McKinney Boyd Annie Gunther, Wylie Ashling Shahan, Wylie
Our Freshman Day 2018 is scheduled for Tuesday, August 14th. Incoming GHS Freshman will experience a full day of fun and information beginning at 8:15 am until 4:10 pm. Students visit the Activity Fair where they will see the various club/organizations that meet at Guyer, follow their schedules and meet their teachers, discuss classroom and school expectations, as well as other vital guidelines that our incoming freshman will need to know. More information will be available as we approach the big day!
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Ask The Expert: Fitness
4. Keep calories in check. Do you know
How to Get BEACH-WORTHY
ABS Y
ou probably know that crunches and sit-ups alone won’t give you sculpted abs. Only a drop in overall body fat will uncover your stomach muscles.
It is possible for you to do this with an effective combination of fat burning cardio, resistance training, and clean eating. My clients routinely drop fat and transform their bodies. You can do it too.
Here’s how to get beach-worthy abs: week. It is important to dedicate
yourself to working out a minimum
Resistance training is the second key
than this won’t make a large enough
groups against resistance in a way
means working your major muscle
impact on your progress.
that stimulates your metabolism.
training coupled with effective
resistance training. Walking on the treadmill for 30 minutes isn’t a fat-
blasting routine. Neither is a leisurely 20 minutes on the elliptical machine. The truth is that you can dramatically increase your results while investing
day and do an evaluation—feel free to recruit me to help out with this part.
Together we’ll chart improvements for your diet and adjust your calories for maximum results.
5. Just say “No” to junk food. While this
may seem obvious, your definition of “junk food” may need an alteration. Refined sugar is one of the biggest culprits in the junk food world—it is
found in soft drinks, blended coffee drinks, cookies, cakes, packaged
snacks, and other sinfully sweet treats. Processed fat is another monster.
As a rule of thumb, you can safely
view all processed or refined items as junk food.
6. Eat more frequently. The key here is
to never let your metabolism “crash”
is to skip breakfast—as this is the meal
transform your abs. Anything less
It includes intense cardiovascular
number of calories that you eat each
to push yourself.
part of a fat burning workout. This
What makes a workout effective?
you eat for a few days. Tally the
by going hours without eating. One
of 4 times a week if you want to
2. Make sure your workouts are effective.
way to find out is to record everything
should be out of breath or gasping
for air, but it does mean that you need
1. Exercise a MINIMUM of 4 times per
how many calories you eat? The best
Again, the key here is to find the right intensity and to keep each muscle group guessing.
3. Eat a clean diet. Diet is a big
stumbling block for most people. If
your diet is out of control then your abs will be, too. You can’t trim your
waist without trimming the junk out of your diet, regardless of how intensely you exercise.
of the biggest mistakes you can make that ‘breaks the fast’ that your body
goes into each night. Stick with eating small meals every few hours and always avoid stuffing yourself.
Do you want to flatten and sculpt your
abs once and for all? Simply decide that
you really want it. Commit to yourself—you deserve it.
See Us for fat-blasting workouts that
deliver results. Together we will get you
on a program that will melt the fat off your abs, exposing shape and definition. Call or email today to get started. Let’s do this!
less time when your workouts are effective.
Cardio exercise is all about
maintaining an effective level of
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WINS Prestigious Local Student Komal Karumuru,
by Steve Gamel
K
Exhibits excellence in leadership,
academics, extracurricular activities,
•
unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Is in the final academic year (senior year) of her secondary education at the end of the calendar year Is a citizen or legal permanent or Canada
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Plans to attend an accredited postsecondary educational
institution in the United States
chapters in the United States and Canada with almost 250,000 initiated members, per the release.
The P.E.O. Sisterhood also owns Cottey College, a fully accredited, private liberal arts and sciences college for women, with twoyear and selected four-year programs, located in Nevada, Missouri.
•
young women who are citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States or Canada and who are graduating high school seniors at the time of application. opportunities, the P.E.O. website also states that the Student Profile, Student Activity Charts, original one-page essay, two reference letters, and unofficial high school transcript (through the 11th grade/ junior year) must be submitted online no later than 30 calendar days after the applicant has received a link with instructions to set up her online account. Canadian applicants must also include their Province Conversion Grading Scale.
or Canada, full-time or part-time,
Recipients will be announced annually
following high school graduation
sent to all applicants and recommending
in the fall of the academic year
Has a minimum cumulative
resident of the United States
for women. There are nearly 6,000 local
For those who may be interested in future
and is 20 years of age or under •
increased educational opportunities
Karumuru was presented with a $2,500 check at a ceremony on May 21 by Marcus counselor Lindsay Biggs and STAR Scholarship chair for the Highland Village chapter, Tracy Rentfro. Per a press release, Karumuru earned the honor based on excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service, academics, and potential for future success.
for future success
•
educational organization which promotes
Per the release, the program is open to
community service and potential •
Iowa, is an international philanthropic and
omal Karumuru, a recent graduate of Marcus High School who will attend Texas Tech in the fall, was recently awarded the prestigious P.E.O. STAR Scholarship for her outstanding academic and community service efforts.
According to the P.E.O. website, a woman is eligible to be recommended provided that she: •
Iowa Wesleyan College, Mount Pleasant,
Is recommended by and receives the vote of a local P.E.O. chapter
Karumuru is one of hundreds of local
students who have earned this prestigious
by April 30. Notification letters will be chapters. Recipient award certificates will be mailed to recommending chapters for presentation at a high school awards ceremony or other public forum.
scholarship over the years. The P.E.O.
For additional information on the P.E.O.
million in financial assistance to more
Rentfro at PEOChapterIZ@gmail.com or
Sisterhood has provided over $304
STAR Scholarship, please contact Tracy
than 102,000 recipients. The P.E.O.
visit www.peointernational.org.
photo courtesy of Marcus Counselors Twitter Page (www.twitter.com/marcuscounselor)
SCHOLARSHIP
Sisterhood, founded January 21, 1869, at
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Finding the
Ask The Expert: Counseling
RIGHT
THERAPIST
F
inding the right therapist doesn’t have to frustrate you! This information can help you find just the right person for your concerns.
LMFT: Licensed Marriage Family Therapist These clinicians focus on the client’s family and close relationships. They incorporate people and information from these
systems into the treatment, or they meet with the client individually and focus on
how relationships affect us. LMFTs can be master’s or doctoral clinicians. Beginning LMFTs are called LMFT Associates.
LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor These professionals study individual behavior and thoughts, focusing on
diagnosing and assisting clients. They also work with couples and families, but their training focuses on individual change. LPCs can be master’s level clinicians
or doctoral clinicians. Beginning level
How do I choose between a fully licensed professional and a provisionally licensed person? 1. COST: LMFTs/LPCs typically cost more. Even if they take
your insurance, these important relationships take time to build. If your insurance changes, there is no guarantee they will take your next insurance. 2. AVAILABILITY: LPCs/LMFTs
typically have fuller schedules. Beginning clinicians need to see more clients so they can finish their
3. SUPERVISION: Beginning clinicians
have an experienced supervisor who
need to be fully licensed.
with them. Find out their supervisor’s
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access their expertise by seeing their supervisee. 4. NEW PRACTITIONERS have all
the latest research. They pair the latest research with the experience of their supervisors.
This isn’t a complete list. Other clinicians have other focuses and levels of education. Acorn understands the complexities of care. We know many of the clinicians in our area. If you need help finding a therapist in Denton County, call us! Our clinicians answer the phone and help you find someone who can help you – even if it isn’t us.
experience requirements.
clinicians are called LPC Interns. It usually takes years to get all the experience they
specialty, and maybe you can
reviews and discusses all their cases
by Christy Graham LPC Play Therapist Supervisor Acorn Counseling Services 940.222.8703 acorncounseling.services
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Education Article
by Madison Reed
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I
s your child ready for the new school year? Specifically, have they stayed up to date with their reading and math skills
this summer? If so, make sure to give them a nice pat on the back. If not, don’t panic. There’s still plenty of time to make up some ground as we inch closer to the first day of school. Here are a few tips to help them get it together. Make the library your new friend.
When I was a kid, my mother encouraged me to make a list of 12 books that I would like to read over the summer. Once I was finished with a book, we’d go to the library the next day so I could get another book. I was required to bring this book with me wherever we went – the dentist office, weekend trips to the lake, my parents’ work office, my brother’s wrestling tournaments, choir practice, baseball practice, etc. I liked reading but I also wanted to be outside riding my bike or playing on a softball field. But at the end of the day, my reading continued. And I couldn’t be more thankful. Make sure the books they pick are what they want to read.
It’s important to let your child pick their own reading material. If you force what you think is best, it’s likely to push them in the opposite direction because it’s more of a chore than actual fun. Some books that I picked were super boring and some were fantastic, but the point was that it was my decision. One of the best books I read was Lord of the Flies by William Golding. Holy cow, was that a good book! I remember reading it when we were at the lake one summer and my brother got the book wet, I mean soaking wet. He was goofing around and I went nuts. I had to wait a whole 10 minutes for the pages to dry so I could continue. This was the moment that I understood how much reading meant to me. This “reading task”
Pick a “homework spot”.
We are all creatures of habit, and we tend to gravitate to what makes us most comfortable. A few weeks before school actually started, my parents would ask us to pick a “homework spot.” It could be a spot wherever we wanted in the house, or outside, and that’s where we would do our homework for the year. It couldn’t be a room with a TV or the game room that had video games, or even our bedroom (too many distractions). It had to be a spot where we would focus and dedicate our time to just homework. My place was typically the same spot each year, it was in my Dad’s office closet. He had an old wood desk that I would set up shop. I always felt like it was “my office” and I would pretend I was some bigwig at a corporate company “working” when I was actually doing 3rd-grade math problems. Anyway, my parents would also set up a “homework night,” the last few weeks of summer where one night a week we would have to spend an hour without TV or playing outside, typically reading a book or practicing our multiplication. This is a great tip to help gear you and your kids up for the upcoming school year. Get back on a routine.
A few days before school actually started, our bedtimes would change. It was supposed to help ease us back into our school sleep schedule, but WHATEVER! I’m totally kidding, this really did help and I actually still use this concept today. These are a few ideas to help to regain structure in your household, not to mention a fresh start for the new school year. Challenge your child to finish a few more books before summer ends; they’ll thank you down the road. There’s still time to tackle some summer reading, there’s about 5-6 weeks left of summer so get
always helped me hit the ground running
yourself and your kiddos over to the local
when the school year actually started.
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SHERIFF ’S
CORNER with Sheriff Tracy Murphree
WELCOME TO THE NEW SHERIFF’S CORNER. THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT SHERIFF TRACY MURPHREE
S
heriff Murphree was born and raised in Yoakum County Texas. Where he attended McMurry University, majoring in History and Political Science, and graduated from the Texas Department of Public Safety Training Academy in 1988. Sheriff Murphree worked as a Highway Patrol Trooper in West Texas and Denton, from 1988 to 1994. He was promoted to Sergeant in 1994 and was stationed in Pecos, as a Highway Patrol Sergeant, where he was responsible for 5 counties and 12 Troopers. In 1996, he became a narcotics agent, with the Texas DPS narcotics division and was stationed in Houston. Sheriff Murphree conducted numerous narcotic investigations, including working undercover. In 1998, he was selected to be a Texas Ranger and stationed in Denton, conducting major investigations including homicides. As a Ranger, he served on the protective detail for Gov. George W. Bush during his Presidential Campaign.
940.349.1600 127 N.Woodrow Lane Suite 300 Denton, TX 76205 dentoncounty.com/ Departments/Sheriff.aspx photo courtesy of the Denton County Sheriff’s Office
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RETIRED FROM TEXAS DPS IN 2011 WITH 23 YEARS, 13 OF THOSE YEARS AS A TEXAS RANGER. Twenty-four hours after retiring from DPS, he was hired by the Denton County Sheriff’s Office as the Captain of the Criminal Investigations Division. Sheriff Murphree supervised and was responsible for Criminal Investigations, Narcotics Investigations, and crime scene. In 2014, Sheriff Murphree left the Sheriff’s office to work for Paladin, a company developing technology for Law Enforcement. In 2016, Sheriff Murphree was elected Sheriff of Denton County, first term 01/01/2017.
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Ask The Expert: Makeover of the Month
KATICA MOON
K
at was nominated by her loving mother-in-law, who saw that her daughter-inlaw was overloaded and needed a little rejuvenation. Kat has been the rock of her family taking care of her husband who is a wounded warrior vet, raising her 19 year old daughter and her 15 month old grand-daughter. This woman has been through it all, and the Cloud 9 Salon team thought a makeover would be the perfect way to get this amazing woman feeling refreshed.
Hair and Makeup by Alex “I loved working with Kat on this makeover! She was the sweetest lady who deserved every bit. We wanted to not stray to far away from her natural color but still give her a fresh new look with easy upkeep.”
AFTER
Alex decided to balayage her with baby high and low lights; along with color melting her with a slight shadow root and beige toner. He chose a makeup look with warm natural colors, but brightened up her face with a bolder eyebrow and highlight.
BEFORE
Kat was so please with her new look and planned to keep it up! ”Making women feel more empowered and beautiful is the reason I love this career so much! I feel blessed to be a part of this,” Alex said. Photography by Cynthia Holsclaw-Francis 469.583.2819 | YourCandidMemories.com
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A WINE Tasting That’s
BROUGHT TO YOU by Steve Gamel
all the time and, whether you are a novice or long-time connoisseur with a wealth of knowledge on different regions and
your part of town or make a long road trip. Whether it’s an office party, neighborhood potluck, wedding, or anniversary, Social Cellars brings the wine and education to you.
vintages, each offers a little something
Bottom line, each event is 100 percent
for everyone.
customized to your needs.
But before you start searching for the next
Social Cellars is owned by Mary
event near you, consider Social Cellars.
Social Cellars takes everything you know and love about wine tasting and brings it straight to your front door. There’s no
need to wait for the next festival or party in
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Stanley and is based right here in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. You can find
additional information on their website at www.socialcellarsdfw.com.
Call today at 817.253.1962!
photos courtesy of Mary Stanley
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veryone’s heard of a good old-fashioned wine tasting. There are classes and events held
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arents are often looking for exact instructions on how to feed their infant. There are none. You should learn your child’s cues for being hungry and satisfied and feed accordingly. Your child’s growth chart should act as a reflection on how you are doing. Below are some GUIDELINES and a helpful chart, taken from the American Academy of Pediatrics, to give you some ideas on feeding.
When do I start solid foods? The best time to start solid/strained foods and using a spoon, is when your baby can sit with some support and voluntarily move his head to engage in the feeding process. This usually occurs between 4-6 months of age. From a nutritional standpoint, breast milk or iron-fortified formulas meet all of your baby’s needs until this age. Start with a few tablespoons at first.
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When do I start introducing finger foods? Your baby’s esophagus tone is reflected in his body tone. You want your child to sit up well on his own, and be able to “right” himself into an upright position after leaning over, before you give him something to feed himself on his own. Crackers/infant teething biscuits can often be introduced at about 7-8 months of age. Do NOT walk away from an infant feeding solids at this point. Before your child starts finger foods be familiar with how to handle a choking infant, toddler and child. Do not ‘blindly’ try to ‘sweep’ food out of their mouths. If you see a large piece you may quickly remove it. by Dr. Rebecca Butler, who is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics. For more information on Lantana Pediatrics, Dr. Butler and/or Melanie Bitzer, CPNP or to schedule an appointment with one of these providers, call the office at 940.455.7200.
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Breast Milk or Infant Formula 5-10 feedings 18-32 fluid oz per day
Breast Milk or Infant Formula 4-7 feedings 26-40 fluid oz per day Cereals & Breads Iron-fortified single grain cereals (start by mixing 2-3 tsp in formula/ breast milk or water and feed with a spoon). Vegetables, Fruits & Proteins May begin at this age
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Primrose School of Lantana:
e r e Wh LIGHTBULB
MOMENTS HAPPEN by Steve Gamel
W
hen most teaching candidates go into a job interview, they expect to meet the owners of the school and maybe get a tour of the facility and classes before sitting down to answer questions about their background and qualifications. It’s all to find the right fit, and that process can be extremely overwhelming if you aren’t prepared. Pre-Kindergarten teacher Jentri Carter was so ready when she walked in for her interview last summer at Primrose School of Lantana that she ended up flipping the script by putting owners Frank and Erin Lundie on the hot seat. “I interviewed them,” Jentri said with a laugh as she remembered grilling her favorite employers with question after question.
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“I was like, ‘Talk to me about it because
I am interested.’ I wanted to learn about their curriculum and what they look for
in a teacher. I wanted to know what their
attitude was toward children and parents and what type of connection do I get to have with the parents.
Primrose
School of
Lantana, which
“And I don’t care if you have 375 kids
opened two years ago, offers a
a mom, that’s a big deal for me.”
that combines purposeful play and
Jentri liked – no, she LOVED – what the
to help children grow and learn in a
here, you should know all their names. As
Lundies had to say. And the rest, as they say, is history. She represents a long
line of teachers and staff members at
Primrose who are completely bought-in to the reality that this school is where
lightbulb moments happen. It truly is the best place to work and for children to have the freedom to explore photography by Your Candid Memories (yourcandidmemories.com)
new concepts and skills through an interactive
way of learning. Of the
Balanced Learning® curriculum
nurturing guidance in the classroom nurturing environment. By creating a fun and engaging atmosphere for learning and reinforcing lessons through songs
and games, children retain key skills and develop faster. The focus is not only on
“We get planning time
character development, creativity,
time. As a teacher, you don’t
academics, but also fostering
self-esteem, critical thinking, and confidence.
And again, a key
to making all that
handful of teachers and support staff Lantana Living
interviewed for this them have children
who attend the school. All
staff members have a diverse
background working for other
have the right staff.
along, the owners are nice, and the
Jentri went to Texas
parents are great.”
in her career spent a
year living and teaching
in Italy. Kristan Rice, who
teaches toddlers at Primrose,
to come work at Primrose. Alex Enriquez,
opinions,” Jentri said. Erin Lundie agreed.
“Don’t get me wrong, Frank and I know
they all have a hard job,” Erin said. “But we have amazing teachers here.”
on helping them use their speech and
activities. Bottom line, the teachers get
None can imagine teaching anywhere else
are spoken to and respected for our
time with the kids, and we focus a lot
life is ensuring they
schools and daycare facilities.
“It’s just different here – the way we
Rice said. “There’s also more one-on-one
think on their own. It’s a lot of interactive
has been teaching for almost nine years
ever again.
always get that elsewhere,”
learning come to
A&M and at one point
article, several of
every week, and it’s set
and was told by her sister that she had
a support teacher who also doubles as the school’s substitute cook, has been
Enriquez agreed. “There isn’t a corporate feel. It’s personal,” she said. “Erin and Frank make everyone feel like a close-knit family; they know us
on a personal level. And for the kids, they
have the freedom to explore. That’s when the lightbulb moments happen.”
And in an age where quality education is
involved with preschools and daycares for
seemingly on every corner, that makes all
more than 10 years.
the difference in the world.
Not to be outdone, Erin Lundie is a
“I didn’t know anything about this place
assistant principal. She and Frank have
when you walk in and immediately feel
and social growth.
“It just made sense to me.”
former teacher, curriculum instructor, and
before my kids started coming here, but
created the perfect balance of academic
comfortable, that’s a big deal,” Jentri said.
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Lantana Lightning Swim Club
a Perfect
Summer Option by Lindsay Mears
W
hen school is out, and the temperature begins to rise, it's important for kids to have an
activity for the summer. If your kids enjoy team sports as well as swimming, then
look no further than Lantana Lightning Swim Team.
times for each stroke, and each age has
June and end at the beginning of July.
anywhere between 70 and 100 swimmers
member of the group. Meets begin MidThis group, while it is a chance for kids
to learn structure and the importance of
being a part of a team, is also a chance for kids to learn a few new tricks while also
Lantana Lightning is a neighborhood
swim team for kids ages 5-18. However, this being a competitive team, not just
anyone can join. In order to do so, there are a few rules, including being able to swim 25 yards and that the swimmer is a resident of Lantana. Lantana
Lightning is part of a group called Swim North Texas, and
this year marked the team's 15th year. Beginning at the
end of May, the kids
division," said Julie Hueur, a board
making new friends.
"Our kids have the opportunity to learn all the strokes and have fun with their
friends!" Julie said. ”Our team is run by a group of parents who volunteer their time to make a fun
experience for these
“So many of the kids that swim with Lantana Lightning in the summer continue swimming year round because they learn to love it so much.”
practiced Monday thru
Friday in the mornings at the
Lantana North Pool/South Pool at
either 7:45 a.m. or 8:45 a.m. depending on their age group.
kids. We also have a
group of wonderful coaches who have many years of
swimming/coaching
experience."
Once practices
and team meets are
over, there are two
championships. One being
the Divisional Championship at
the beginning of July, and the other one being the All-Star Swimming
"We [had] four dual meets against
Championship in mid-July.
other neighborhood teams (Wellington,
"Divisionals is an indoor meet where
Swim North Texas (SNT), which [took]
other seven teams that are part of SNT,"
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Lantana Lightning competes against the Julie said. "[The All-Stars] is a meet where swimmers have to qualify based on their
a different qualifying time. There are
that qualify for All-Stars. It is a goal for
each of the kiddos, and we celebrate our All-Star qualified swimmers at the end of the year party with special gifts (Lantana Lightning towels, swim bags, etc.).”
The season ended with a team party at
Roanoke Hawaiian Falls on July 14th, and it lasted all day.
"Throughout the season, we reward
our swimmers whenever they beat their previous times with speeding tickets
which then are turned in at our party at
Hawaiian Falls where the kiddos can win door prizes," explained Julie.
There is a Ribbons and Donuts event
toward the end of July, where ribbons and
medals that were earned at Championship meets (or trophies from team meets) can be picked up.
"So many of the kids that swim with
Lantana Lightning in the summer continue swimming year round because they learn to love it so much."
This year has already come to a close, but if you'd like your kids to be on the team
next year, keep a look out for their sign-up sheet, which is usually on their website, at www.teamunify.com.
Turn to page 42 to see photos.
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Education Article
Summer
TUTORING by Lindsay Mears
S
chool is out! But maybe your kid needs a little extra help this Summer. Luckily, Denton County has plenty to offer to help them succeed. The list below has options for all ages, and includes places that offer test preparation for the STAAR, SAT, and ACT.
Tutored students often experience an increase in confidence and an improved attitude towards education
1. Sylvan Learning Center (Denton, Corinth, and Flower Mound) 2215 S. Loop 288, Ste. 400 Denton, TX 76205 940.293.2951 2750 Churchill Dr., Ste. 130 Flower Mound, TX 75022 972.355.0222 This tutoring center is one of the more widely-known centers. It focuses on all ages, all subjects, and ranges anywhere from raising your letter grade to preparing to take the SATs. Sylvan also remains the largest provider for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs in North America. 2. Denton Professional Tutoring (For College Students) 100 S. Interstate 35 E., Ste. 202 Denton, TX 76205 940.566.3366 This tutoring center is geared towards
college students in the area. More specifically to those attending classes at UNT, TWU, NCTC, and all Dallas Community Colleges. They offer help in subjects such as: Math, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, and BCIS for both undergraduate and graduate students.
3. Mathnasium of Denton and Flower Mound 5017 Teasley Ln., Ste. 143 Denton, TX 76210 940.808.1370 2704 Cross Timbers Rd., Unit 120 Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.539.1500 denton@mathnasium.com If your child is struggling in Math more than anything els e, this is a wonderful spot for them to be. This tutoring center is geared toward mathematics specifically, and helps kids in second to 12th grade. They also help with study and homework skills.
4. Jayne Koch Tutoring 770 Bradford St. Argyle, TX 76226 940.241.7923 Jayne is a private tutor that specializes in children with dyslexia. After preparation and acceptance into the classes, 60-minute sessions begin. These include phonics, writing, vocabulary, spelling, as well as many others.
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5. Education Made Visual 306 US Highway 377, Ste. D3 Argyle, TX 76226 940.315.1537
This place’s motto is: “Visualize Your
Success!” They are personalized tutoring classes for your kid’s specific needs.
They provide in-person and online math, science, and test preparation tutoring
for middle school through college-age
students. Also, there are educators and
classes for the tutors as well, to help them become better teachers themselves, and in turn help more kids succeed.
6. The Tutoring Center – Bartonville 3600 FM 407, Ste. 140 Bartonville, TX 76226 940.455.2800
BartonvilleTX@TutoringCenter.com This is a one-on-one tutoring center that focuses mostly on math, reading, and
writing. Not only this, but they also help prepare students for the SAT or ACT. 7. Kumon of Flower Mound 3353 Long Prairie Rd.
Flower Mound, TX 75022 469.231.8995
Kumon centers focus mostly on math and reading. This program is self-paced, and your children can start learning from a
very young age. Whether they need help raising a letter grade or simply want to
learn more, Kumon has something to offer. 8. C2 Education Center (for college students)
3851 Long Prairie Rd., Unit 130 Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.410.3600
This tutoring center is specifically for
college students, offering basic tutoring, test prep, and college admissions
counseling. There are a wide variety of
tutors for various subjects, so no matter
what you’re struggling with, there will be someone there to help you through it.
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De’Vion Harmon
HELPS USA BASKETBALL TEAM WIN ANOTHER
GOLD MEDAL by Steve Gamel
• One of Four Players to Finish in Double Figures for the U.S. • Gold Medal with the U16 Team • Averaged 13.1 Points in World Cup • Averaged 3.4 Assists per Game in World Cup • One of 32 Prospects Invited to A Camp Last Year at the U.S. Olympic Training Center. • Averaging 15.7 Points Last Year While at 6A Region I Final • Named the District 6-6A Co-MVP
D
e’Vion Harmon sure knows how to make the most of his summers.
photo courtesy of Denton ISD
The Guyer senior and Oklahoma commit won his second gold medal in as many summers on July 8 when the U.S. men’s U17 World Cup team beat France 95-52 in the finals of the FIBA U17 World Cup in Santa Fe, Argentina. Harmon was one of four players to finish in double figures for the U.S., which is now 37-0 all-time in the U17 competition. Harmon added two steals and two assists and was one of just two players from the Dallas-Fort Worth area to compete for this year’s squad. He won a gold medal with the U16 team last summer and is now 12-0 in World Cup games.
THE U.S. HAS NOW WON FIVE STRAIGHT GOLD MEDALS.
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Harmon was key piece to the USA attack throughout the World Cup. He averaged 13.1 points and 3.4 assists per game in the seven games, which included wins over China, Mali, Serbia, Dominican Republic, Croatia, and Canada leading up to the finals win over France. The 120-71 route of Canada in the semifinals set a new record for the largest margin of victory and most points scored ever in a men’s FIBA U17 World Cup semifinal. As a team, the U.S. forced 24 turnovers and had built a 20-point lead by halftime. Harmon was one of 32 prospects – two from the Dallas-Fort Worth area – invited to a camp last year at the U.S. Olympic Training Center. He made the final roster for the U16 team, which finished a perfect 5-0 in the U16 championships with wins over Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Argentina, and Canada. Harmon has one more season left at Guyer. Last year, he led Guyer to the Class 6A Region I final while averaging 15.7 points. He was named the District 6-6A coMVP with teammate Jalen Wilson, who has committed to Michigan.
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Ask The Expert: Dentistry
PREVENTATIVE APPROACHES To Delaying Dental Treatment
I
’m slowly beginning to understand there are many stages to parenting. Having just recently ventured into the
teenage realm, I say to myself, “Surely I
didn’t act like this when I was that age.”
It’s hard to believe how quickly your once energetic and helpful child is suddenly stricken with these intermittent phases of paralysis and amnesia. Even more surprising is despite all the rigorous
effort of procrastination, when it is down to the
wire, they always seem
to pull off a last-minute miracle somehow.
Though these cases of
procrastination can cost a
have directed dentists to take more
preventative approaches. This is true, especially for children. Primary or
“baby” teeth have a great importance
for providing space and for eating and speech, so it makes sense that dentists want to maintain them as much as
possible. However, with the dangers
of sedation and with the
For young children with small amounts of decay, we now are applying medicaments that are able to slow, if not arrest, dental decay or tooth infections...
parent several strands of
hair, there are times, even in dentistry, that procrastination can be for the better.
knowledge that certain treatment has short
lifespans, a new approach is being practiced.
For young children with
small amounts of decay, we now are applying
medicaments that are
able to slow, if not arrest,
treatment until the child is able to tolerate it or prevent it altogether. This method
to certain treatment and materials
like crowns or “baby root canals” that can
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As no treatment lasts forever, the nature of dental care is to prolong tooth longevity as much as possible. Therefore, even adults can benefit from certain procedures like porcelain fillings or tooth pulp medicaments that help prevent loss of tooth structure to crowns or avoid procedures like root canals when indicated. Of course, you should always remember the best way to take a preventative approach is to avoid procrastination on your dental visits. I will see you soon! Happy Smiling!
dental decay or tooth infections to avoid
As we continue to advance in dentistry, our knowledge of tooth response
be traumatic for children and costly for parents. We may not be able to avoid these treatments completely, but at least decrease their incidence.
also helps to prevent excessive treatment
by Dr. Matt who is the owner of Country Lakes Family Dental CountryLakesDental.com
LIVING for ZACHARY HEART
SCREENING Saturday, August 11th from 9am - 2pm at The Heart Hospital Baylor Denton 2801 S. Mayhill Rd., Denton, TX 76208 The "Living for Zachary Heart Screening" is a special screening program for youths ages 12-22 (parents MUST BE PRESENT for youths under 18) that can help detect heart abnormalities that may lead to sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). The screening is FREE and by appointment only. The screening is approximately 20 minutes long, but hurry for spaces are limited. WHAT IT INCLUDES: •
Electorcardiogram (EKG)
•
Limited Screening Echocardiogram
•
Blood Pressure Screening
•
SCA Risk History Questionnaire (AHA recommended)
•
Screening Review & Interpretation by Board Certified Cardiologist
HOW MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: CALL 469.814.3565, OPTION 4 The American Heart Association recommends screening for SCA Be performed every 2 years for ages 12-22. Contact your pediatrician immediately if your child is currently experiencing Sudden Cardiac arrest symptoms. The Living for Zachary Heart Screening DOES NOT provide clearance for participation in athletics. It is a supplement to pre - participation athletic screening targeted for causes of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).
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LANTANA LIGHTNING
SWIM CLUB Lantana Lightning is a neighborhood swim team for kids ages 5-18. If you would like to know more read their article on page 34. photos courtesy of Lantana Lightning Swim Club
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Foodie Friday DFW: J2 Steakhouse
Partaking in History at
J2 Steakhouse IN LEWISVILLE W
ithin the walls of the old Lewisville Feed Mill now lies an incredible, new, rustically-elegant restaurant called J2 Steakhouse.
Owner and Developer, Jim Murray, a resident of Hickory Creek and owner of the Prairie House Restaurant in Aubrey, took on the challenge of restoring the feed mill after it had been closed for more than five years.
Nearly everything is created in-house -
from their Worcestershire sauce to their
house-made pretzel bread and their dryaged meats.
Some of the signature dishes Chef
Pauley has created include: a Peach and
The Lewisville Feed Mill closed in 2010 after being a hub of Old Town Lewisville for 124 years. It was originally opened as the Lewisville Feed Mill Livery Stable
Burrata Salad, Seared Scallops served
with a stone fruit chutney and balsamic gastrique, Baby Boar Chops, and their Akaushi Ribeye topped with a Meyer
in 1886 by J.W. Degan and served as a
Lemon Compound Butter.
centerpiece of the city for over a century.
To compliment their incredible food, J2
Jim and his team worked diligently to preserve the unique history contained within the walls of the feed mill. At the back of the restaurant, you can still see the original mills. Serving as the focal point of the well-stocked bar is a gorgeous mantlepiece that was crafted in the 1800s. And if you look up at the light fixtures, you’ll notice their eccentric craftsmanship. That’s because they were created using items found around the feed mill as they were restoring the building.
Steakhouse also has a fantastic lineup of cocktails, wines, and beers. Two of their signature cocktails include the Duke’s
Old Fashioned made with cherry, brown sugar, bitters and orange zest and the
Texas Mirage made with silver tequila, a
cucumber and jalapeno puree served with an ancho chile salt rim.
J2 Steakhouse is also the perfect place to host your private events. They have
a stunning VIP room that seats 16 at the
custom-made table made from one piece
of wood that came from a live water oak off the Neches River in Central Texas. And it is stunning! The entire restaurant is really a sight to see. Jim says that the building in and of itself is a show and has a life of its own that he was honored to restore and showcase to the community again. So, head down to J2 Steakhouse to view all the beautiful updates and upgrades Jim made to the old feed mill. You’ll feel like you’re taking part in a little piece of history! 972.537.5547 119 E. Main St., Lewisville, TX 75057
And as far as the food goes, Jim has brought on an incredible Chef to create a unique farm-to-table style menu. Chef Johnathan Pauley brings a straightforward approach to cooking and affinity for seasonal, market-sourced ingredients to
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J2 Steakhouse, resulting in approachable
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yet innovative Texas-inspired cuisine.
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Education Article
Ways Parents Can Prepare for
BACK TO SCHOOL by Steve Gamel
I
t seems like only yesterday that we were talking about how summertime is about
to be upon us. Now we are in the middle of summer, and it’s time to start thinking about preparing for back to school time. Wait? What? School? But there’s still time to squeeze in another small vacation! We know, but we’re all going to blink, and it will be time to transition your kids – and yourself – for those first few days of school. Will you be prepared? To help eliminate those concerns, make things easier on yourself with these 8 tips and tricks.
Start shopping for school supplies now This is an absolute must. Not only will you have a better chance of having the pick of the litter with backpacks, pens, paper, etc., but you won’t run into the dreaded task of having to drive all over Denton County and beyond trying to find that ultraspecific package of construction paper on your kid’s class supplies list.
Limit time spent on video games When they’re not outside soaking in the summertime rays, your kids are probably playing a ton of video games like Fortnite. With that comes an unbelievable culture shock when they realize they have to start scaling back. Rather than wait until the last minute to make them stop, slowly ease your child down from their video-game high.
Reestablish those sleep routines Look, getting up early on a school
morning is never easy for any kid or parent, but it’s always a great idea to get back into the routine by having your kids start going to bed at a reasonable time at least a week before the first day of school. If you do this, school mornings are guaranteed to be less stressful. 46 | LANTANA LIVING
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Get your kids involved You might be thinking that you’re a more efficient shopper when you’re doing it alone, but getting the kids involved creates excitement. They get to pick out their backpack, lunchbox, or new pair of shoes instead of hoping and praying you pick out the right one on your own.
Get your kids’ checkups done early Just like anything else when the first day of school is inching closer, there will be a mad dash to schedule doctors visits. Don’t be late to that party. Make sure your child’s immunization records are up to date and that they’ve had a checkup.
Make a homework station for your kids Ahhh, there’s nothing better than
making sure ahead of time that there’s a
designated spot your kids know they have to go to get their homework done. Make
sure it’s decked out with all their necessary supplies ahead of time.
Get organized
Everything on this list seems to have been leading up to this one, right?
Make sure you go through your kids’ nice school clothes ahead of time to
make sure they still fit. Go through any
paperwork that may have been sent to
you in the mail from the school district – especially if you’re enrolling your child for the first time.
Get ideas from your friends
We all have those friends who seem to
always be on top of their game. So pick
their brain to see what tips and tricks they have up their sleeve. You may even learn
they aren’t as on the ball as you originally thought. Now you can work together to help each other get prepared.
What tips do you have to make the first
day of school less stressful? Share them with us on our Facebook page. We’d
also love to see your first day of school pictures when the day finally arrives.
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Ask The Expert: Gardening
Grass QUESTIONS
G
rass seems to be the hot topic lately. With the heat starting to set in, everyone’s wondering what’s going on in and around those shade trees, along the concrete walks where the grass is thinning, or asking about the dead spots in the lawn. We thought it would be a good idea to highlight our TOP 3 kinds of grass for this area, give you some information on what to plant, where to plant it, and what you should expect. If you’re looking to replace some damaged areas, or you’re tired of fighting a struggling lawn and looking to change out turf types, check out the information below. It’s always best to consult with a specialist, but the information below might help guide you in the right direction or give you a place to start. BERMUDA Bermuda’s great for a sun-exposed lawn (at least 7 sun hrs per day). It’s aggressive growth habit gives it excellent weed resistance. That same trait can be a problem when Bermuda invades flower beds-planters-gardens. Bermuda is pretty wear-resistant and drought-tolerant. It spreads by both stolons and rhizomes, which helps it to form a thick, dense turf. If you’re looking for a green lawn yearround, overseeding with rye will provide that color through winter. Roughly 1/2”3”is the recommended cut height so you can keep it short for the summer months but let it get taller to help retain moisture. Blade: Sharp, Pointed, 1/8” Wide Color/Texture: Deep Green, Dense Growth: Close Cut, High Quality Water: Frequently ST. AUGUSTINE St. Augustine is the turfgrass of choice in warm climates where sandy soil is prevalent and water doesn’t stand around. The broad blades will hold color into the fall season, unlike other warm-season grasses. It can thrive with at least five hours of sunlight per day and consistent watering. It can be more susceptible to fungus and disease than other types of grass and won’t take as much traffic. But if maintained properly, it is a great option.
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Cut height should be 3-4” for optimum thickness and longevity. Blade: Broad with Rounded Tip, 1/4” Wide Color/Texture: Dark Green, Coarse, Spongy Growth: Slow, From Sod or Plugs Water: Frequently ZOYSIA Zoysia prefers a warm, sunny and welldrained growing site. BUT, some varieties can take as little as three hours of light per day. This makes it a great option in our warmer climate with most of our lawns containing both sun and shade areas. It takes more care than most turfgrasses, but when its needs are met, the reward is a thick, green lawn. It’s a very slow-growing grass, and it can take more than a year to establish fully. It has stiff leaf blades and will produce numerous seed heads if not kept cut. Cut height can vary but we typically recommend at around 1”.
BERMUDA
ST. AUGUSTINE
Blade: Narrow, Needle-Like Color/Texture: Prickly, Stiff, Carpet-Like Growth: Slow Water: Average
by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com
ZOYSIA
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Ask The Expert: Edit This
4. Are they local?
Working with a local writer means they’re easily accessible and probably know or have worked with your key business partners. If everyone else likes them, maybe you found your writer.
5. Did I have trouble reaching them? If you jump through hoops to make contact with a potential writer, then that’s a red flag for your future working relationship. A writer dedicated to building trusting relationships will be easy to find.
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here are plenty of reasons why you as a small-business owner should outsource work to a quality writer. Maybe it’s that blog you’ve been meaning to get to but never can, or you have an outdated website and need fresh content to engage better with customers. We all have stuff to do, and it’d be nice to have someone you can trust to take a few things off your plate, right? The good news is that writers are literally around every corner if you look hard enough. But how do you know who the best writer for your business is? Before you hire a writer for your business, ask yourself these seven questions: 1. Was there a connection? Connecting with a writer is a big deal, whether it’s a one-time
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project or a long-term relationship. Look
for chemistry, their passion for their work, and the back-and-forth sharing of
ideas. Did you feel comfortable? That’s where you start.
2. How badly did they want to understand my business?
You want a writer who wants to know
what matters most to you, and what
you need to have written. It’s also big if the writer makes suggestions for
content you haven’t considered yet. Writers who understand
that can capture the culture
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3. What does their portfolio
look like?
A portfolio that includes a variety of
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Know how much you can spend and what that writer’s fees are. It may trim your list of finalists if one or two of them are simply too expensive. 7. Do I have time to do it all myself?
Business owners have a lot to keep track of. If you are struggling to keep up in areas like your communication strategy, then it’s probably time to outsource. Give Edit This® a call today!!! With more than 20 years of award-winning industry experience, Edit This can handle all your writing and editing needs. We are local, affordable, and our passion for what we do shows in the quality of our work.
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Living Out
Argyle Golfer Is
DREAM DESPITE LIFE-CHANGING DIAGNOSIS by Steve Gamel
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bout a week before the Class 4A state golf tournament in May, Argyle freshman Justus Christman called his coach one night to ask if he was allowed to wear a brand-new red glove on his hand during the biggest two days of his young career.
It was a small request and not something you’d expect a golfer to be thinking about. But for Justus, it meant everything. “I remember saying, ‘Sure, I don’t mind. Why would you ask something like that?’” former coach Brady Bell said with a laugh. “He told me he bought that red glove two years ago, and he’s been saving it for when he could play at state. I thought to myself, ‘Man, I love that.’ He’s worked hard for this. He’s a fighter.” Christman, 15, has been dreaming of
when you play golf. So he’s doing that
playing varsity golf for Argyle – which
and being mentally and physically all-in
has made seven straight trips to the state
with managing his diabetes at the same
photos courtesy of Clarissa Christman
tournament, winning it all three times –
time. That’s a lot, and there’s no rest from
since he was in the fifth grade. But he and
something like this. It’s constant work
his family thought those dreams might be
from the time he wakes up to the time he
dashed when he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes as an eighth-grader. He spent
goes to bed,” Clarissa said. “But I’ve seen
said involved randomly losing 13 pounds
feel well, but he puts in the time. His
two days in ICU after falling ill, which he
huge growth in him. He may not always
and feeling like he was sleep-walking for
whole dream was being on varsity, going
three months.
to state, and winning a gold medal. Then this happened. But he never gave up.”
Some 1.25 million Americans, including about 200,000 youth under the age of
20, are living with T1D, an autoimmune
Some 1.25 million Americans, including about 200,000 youth under the age of 20, are living with T1D, an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body stops producing insulin.
disease that occurs when the body stops producing insulin. Symptoms include
drowsiness, sudden weight loss, labored breathing, and vision changes. There is
currently no known cure for this disease, and it requires constant management.
For someone like Justus, that means he is now 100 percent insulin dependent and has to monitor his every move. He takes insulin every time he eats or drinks and
Justus finished with a two-day score of
high or too low – even in the middle of the
at state. The program previously finished
163 to lead Argyle to a second-place finish
has to monitor if his blood sugar is too
night. Before he goes out to play golf, he must test his blood sugar, make sure he
has eaten enough, and bring enough food with him to keep his energy up. At least for now, he can no longer play 18 holes of golf alone.
“When you get diagnosed with something like
this, you don’t know
what to expect. You’re blindsided,” said
Justus, who before his diagnosis was
consistently out on
his own getting extra practice rounds in. “I was worried that I couldn’t do what I
was used to doing – even riding my bike in the neighborhood.”
Justus added, “It’s been really tough. But you have to find something that works.”
Bell and Justus’ mother, Clarissa, are amazed at how hard Justus has worked to keep his dreams alive.
“You have to be
mentally all-in
second at state in 2013 and 2014 before winning it all in each of the previous three seasons. This year, the boys won the district tournament by over 100 strokes and placed second at the regional tournament. Justus was there every step of the way. And regardless of how much his life has changed, his goals remain the same. “I want to get that gold medal,” Justus said. “Managing this is just like anything else. You work on it and get better at it. It all comes with time and experience.” JULY 2018 | LANTANA LIVING | 53
ATHLETES Named To
ALL-STATE Team by Steve Gamel
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welve Denton County baseball players, including two from Guyer High School, were named
to the Texas High School Baseball
Coaches Association all-state teams early last month.
Senior outfielder Nick Klein was a secondteam all-state selection in Class 6A for the Wildcats and was joined by sophomore catcher Luke Piper,
who made the third team. Meanwhile, four spots on this
year’s THSBCA first-
team went to Class 4A
state champion Argyle, which was represented
by Bryson Hudgens, Preston
This season didn’t end the way Guyer
entire season unscathed. Argyle’s
missed the playoffs. But it was a banner
by 10 runs or more. Several of those
would have wanted as the Wildcats barely year for Klein and Piper. Klein finished
with a team-high .418 batting average and added 10 RBIs. Not to be outdone, Piper
followed up a strong freshman campaign in 2017 with a sophomore year in which he batted .409 with 18 RBIs.
Senior outfielder Nick Klein was a secondteam all-state selection in Class 6A for the Wildcats and was joined by sophomore catcher Luke Piper, who made the third team.
King, Brenden Dixon, and Hayden
Clearman. The other two selections were
Jan Cabrera and Joseph Frisby from Class 5A Denton High School.
In TAPPS, the state champion Liberty Christian Warriors had four players
Speaking of banner
teams in higher classifications.
It was Argyle’s second state title since 2015 and its third trip to the state
tournament in the last five seasons. As for Liberty Christian, no one was more clutch for that team than Howell, who led
which finished 37-0.
39 RBIs, and a 1.000 fielding percentage.
a perfect 12-0 record
season but was drafted by the Red Sox last
better year than Argyle, Hudgens finished with on the mound for the
Eagles while adding
a 1.06 ERA. He also hit
.417 with 43 RBIs. King
led the Eagles with a
.462 batting average, and Clearman finished at
.455 with a team-high 44 RBIs. Dixon, the
Eagles’ leadoff man, batted .455.
the Warriors with a .462 batting average, Howell signed with Auburn before the
month and has a big decision to make. Barr, a TCU signee, went 12-1 on the
mound for Liberty Christian while Wolf, also a standout pitcher, was 8-1 with a 3.01 ERA.
Meanwhile, four spots on this year’s THSBCA first-team went to Class 4A state champion Argyle, which was represented by Bryson Hudgens, Preston King, Brenden Dixon, and Hayden Clearman.
With its perfect
draft pick Kason Howell, Dawson Barr,
became just the fourth
were both first-team selections. Barr and
finish a season undefeated.
second team.
in 2003 when Lorena went through an
led by Joe Wolf, recent Boston Red Sox
record, Argyle
and Corey McMann. Wolf and Howell
UIL baseball team to
McMann represented the Warriors on the
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regular-season wins came against
seasons, no one had a
make the TAPPS all-state team. They were
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season of dominance included 20 wins
McMann hit .383 with four home runs.
Liberty Christian
won its fourth state
championship, and
first since 2013, in
May. The Warriors
(29-12-1) previously
won state titles in 2003,
2009, and 2013. Liberty
ended its season having won 13
of its final 14 games.
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Ask The Expert: Pest Control
Mosquito VS Flea Bites And Knowing The Difference
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f you are like most, summer outdoors is essential. It is a time for barbeques, get togethers, relaxing by the pool, playtime outdoors for children and just kicking back enjoying the evenings trying to catch a breeze. Based on some recent feedback, I thought I would use this article in an attempt to try and provide some helpful tips in identifying mosquito bites from flea bites. Why you ask? Because sometimes it is helpful to know the differences when trying to figure out how best to take back control of your yard. Flea bites are commonly mistaken for mosquito bites. Their symptoms are indeed very similar as they include red rash, itching and swelling. However, there are also some differences and the more you know hopefully the better you are able to identify. The chart is for informational purposes only and intended to describe a regular reaction to the insects’ bites not an allergic one or one that is caused by the diseases/viruses they carry. If your main concern is mosquitoes and want to keep updated on the mosquito pressure in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, I recommend AccuWeather. When on the website, enter the name of the city you want to look at and then click on the mosquito in the top right hand corner of the page. This will provide current mosquito pressure/activity in your city.
by Lee & Hollie Woodham, of Mosquito Joe Northwest DFW
northwestdfw.mosquitojoe.com
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SYMPTOM/INSECT
FLEA
MOSQUITO
THE BITE SPOT
Small deep bites with a hole in the center and a red areola around it. Some blisters can also be found
Small red swollen spots
WHERE THEY BITE
More often fleas bite feet, ankles and shins, less often they attack the upper body. Fleas bite several times often appearing in clusters
The bites are separate, spots can be found all over the body depending on species
WHO BITES
Both males and females bite requiring a blood meal before mating
Only females bite. Males prefer flower nectar. Females require blood to produce eggs
ITCHING
Intense, typically takes 2-3 days to go away
Intense, typically takes 3-4 days to go away. Scratching worsens the symptoms
OTHER TYPICAL SYMPTOMS
Strong pain at the moment of the bite, the insect can go unnoticed in many cases
Strong pain at the moment of the bite, the insect can go unnoticed in many cases
INSECT ACTIVITY PEAK
Starts in May and can go through winter. Only sustained cold (less than 30 degrees) and low humidity levels will kill off outdoor eggs, larvae, and adult fleas
Activity peaks in the spring and during summer months. Activity starts to decrease once temperatures are 50 degrees and below
Body warmth, carbon dioxide, and vibrations
Attracted to carbon dioxide, fragrances, floral scents, dark colored clothing, potassium, salt and lactic acid
TYPICAL ATTRACTIONS
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PERFECTION ON
The Diamond Argyle Baseball Goes Undefeated, Wins State Title by Steve Gamel
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s Argyle baseball coach Ricky Griffin walked across the turf at Disch-Falk Field in Austin, he
watched with pride as his players piled on top of one another after beating Sweeny 5-0 to win the Class 4A state title. Meanwhile, the Sweeny coach had come over to congratulate him on not only winning but finishing the season undefeated. It was at that moment the longtime Eagles’ skipper said he truly realized the magnitude of what just happened. “He said, ‘Coach, you ran the table. You just don’t see that every day,’” Griffin said with a smile. “I thought, ‘Wow, we just went undefeated. That’s really when it hit me. I wasn’t thinking let’s get this last out so we can be undefeated. I just wanted these kids to get a gold medal because that’s something they will remember for the rest of their lives.
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“We did everything we could to win every game we played. And everything happened right for us 37 times.”
“We did everything we could to win every game we played. And everything happened right for us 37 times.” Argyle finished with a perfect 37-0 record, becoming just the fourth UIL baseball team to finish a season photos courtesy of Denton Record-Chronicle
undefeated. The last time it happened was in 2003 when Lorena went through an entire season unscathed. Argyle’s season of dominance included 20 wins by 10 runs or more. Several of those regular-season wins came against teams in higher classifications. It was Argyle’s second state title since 2015 and its third trip to the state tournament in the last five seasons.
Starting pitcher Bryson Hudgens was
named the state tournament MVP after
tossing a two-hitter in the finals. The game was scoreless through five innings
before Argyle cobbled together a five-run sixth inning. That surge included a triple
from Brenden Dixon and a two-run double by
Hudgens. Hudgens didn’t allow a hit after
the fourth inning. The Eagles’ win
wasn’t the only state
championship victory in
Argyle. A few weeks earlier,
Liberty Christian’s baseball team
won the TAPPS state championship –
its fourth state title overall and first since
2013. This is the first time two teams from Argyle won state titles in the same sport since Argyle and Liberty Christian’s girls
basketball teams won it all in back-to-back seasons in 2015 and 2016.
Speaking of back-to-back crowns, while
nothing is ever guaranteed, Griffin’s crew have all the odds in their favor heading
into next season as only Hudgens will be lost to graduation. The rest of the team will return.
Griffin said anything is possible,
but they won’t be thinking about an undefeated season.
“Our goal next year is to win another
gold medal — it certainly won’t be to go
undefeated,” Griffin said after the game
to several members of the media. “We’ll
come right back to the ballpark when it’s time, and we’re going to do the same
things that got us here. We’ll have a lot of
the same guys back trying to do the same thing we just did.
“Maybe we can do it again, but the
undefeated part won’t ever be talked about — just like it wasn’t this year.”
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Grandparents’
RIGHTS to Grandchildren by Charla Bradshaw, KoonsFuller Family Law
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istorically, grandparents have played a vital role in the development, nurturing, and care-giving of their grandchildren. Questions tend to arise, however, when a grandchild’s parents separate, divorce, pass away, become incarcerated, or are found to be otherwise unfit. Or, when the parents isolate the grandchildren from the grandparents. When these questions arise what are a grandparent’s rights?
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Oftentimes grandparents are found in primary caregiving roles for their grandchild. This may be on a full-time basis when the grandchild’s parents are unable to provide for the child, or in the case of emergency or tragedy. It is in these situations that a grandparent may serve as the grandchild’s primary caregiver. On the other hand, there are times when grandparents are excluded from seeing their grandchild by one or both of the parents. Usually a legal battle begins when grandparents want to maintain primary caregiving or contact with their grandchildren. There are three types of suits grandparents can attempt to pursue. The first two types of suits involve “conservatorship”, one being custody. The third type of suit is for possession and access to a grandchild (visitation). The first battle a grandparent must overcome is to establish that they have a right to bring the suit, called “standing.” Standing can be complex, but some of the things a court may look at with regard to grandparent standing are as follows: The grandchild’s present circumstances would significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development. The denial of access to the child by the grandparent would significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development, and the parents are incompetent, deceased or do not have court-ordered possession and access to their child. If a grandparent has standing, then they may proceed with their suit. The proof required in a grandparent case depends on what type of case the grandparent is pursing. If the grandparent is seeking custody of their grandchild, the burden on the grandparent is different than
if the grandparent is seeking visitation with their grandchild. For example, for grandparent custody of a child, the court may look at whether the appointment of the parents would not be in the best interest of the grandchild because doing so would significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development; the best interest of the child; whether family violence has occurred between the parents; and, whether awarding the grandparent custody is in the best interest of the child. For visitation, the court may look at whether a parent’s rights have been terminated; whether the denial of access by the grandparent to the child would significantly impair the child’s physical health or emotional development; and whether a parent is incompetent, incarcerated, deceased, or has actual court-ordered possession and access to their child. Every case involves a unique set of facts and grandparents should consult with a family lawyer to consult about their rights. The laws for grandparents’ rights can be quite complex. It is dangerous to obtain legal advice about grandparents’ rights on the internet, as valuable grandparent rights could be lost. To learn more about the rights of grandparents in custody and visitation disputes, contact Charla H. Bradshaw or any of the attorneys at KooonsFuller, P.C. at 940.442.6677.
www.koonsfuller.com Denton
320 West Eagle Dr., Suite 200 • Denton, TX 76201 (940) 442.6677 • (940) 442.6671 fax Principal Office in Dallas
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Crock Pot Hawaiian
Need a Drink?
TRY PINEAPPLE MINT LEMONADE! 1 cup sugar 2/3 cup water 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves (finely chopped) 1 can (46 oz) DOLEÂŽ Canned 100% Pineapple Juice 1 cup lemon juice fresh mint leaves (optional)
Chicken Tacos (with pineapple mango salsa)
Combine sugar and water in large saucepan; bring to boil. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in chopped mint; let stand 15 minutes. Strain liquid into punch bowl; discard chopped mint. Add pineapple and lemon juices. Serve over ice cubes in tall glasses. Garnish with mint sprigs, if desired.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CHICKEN:
INGREDIENTS FOR THE PINEAPPLE MANGO SALSA:
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
1 whole pineapple (peeled and diced)
fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1 whole mango (diced)
1 whole lime (juiced)
1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
1/2 whole medium red onion (finely diced)
dash of kosher salt
1 whole jalapeno, (seeded and diced)
dash of granulated sugar (optional)
(Sweet Baby Rays is the best) 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar (lightly packed) 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 or 2 tablespoons sriracha 12 corn tortillas cheese (shredded) and sour cream (optional) 62 | LANTANA LIVING
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INSTRUCTIONS: Spray crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, BBQ sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, brown sugar and sriracha in a large bowl and whisk until well combined. Place the chicken breast in the slow cooker and cover with pineapple juice mix. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Combine diced pineapple, mango, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. Squeeze in lime juice and add salt and sugar if needed. Stir to combine. When the chicken is fully cooked, shred with 2 forks in the sauce and toss. Let it absorb the sauce for another 30 minutes and then serve with the salsa on the corn tortillas. Sprinkle with cheese and top with sour cream.