Lantana Living Magazine August 2017 by Murray Media Group

AUGUST 2017 Lantana Scout Honors

Fallen Veterans Growing a Business

From Scratch How to Deal with

Migraines

Cinnamon Creek Ranch

Just Got BIGGER

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 3

4 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 5

LantanaLiving.com

Tradition vs.

Publisher & Editor Scott & Kelly Murray

Administration

Progress

Managing Editor Jana Melton Sub-Editor Bobbi Byrne

Staff Writer

Susan Neuhalfen

Contributor

recently attended an open meeting where the Boy Scouts discussed including girls in their program starting as Cub Scouts. (They currently include girls in coed programs such as Venturing starting at age 14).

Steve Gamel

Advertising

Kristen Whelan 972.998.7565 kristen@murray-media.com

Their numbers are down. They have been

Kelly Murray kelly@murray-media.com

sports and other extra-curricular activities.

Production

Art Director Liz Wallace Graphic Designers Stephanie Hansen Caroline Brock

Photography

Kate and Kate Photography 469.364.4717 kateandkatephotography.com

Letters

Lantana Living invites reader feedback, story suggestions and general comments.

Email artwork@murray-media.com. All submissions become the sole

property of Murray Media Group. Editorial and Advertising Inquiries call 972.899.3637

for a long time due to the increase of The more recent decline is due to the loss of organizations that don’t support their decision on allowing transgender youth to join. The LDS church as well as many other conservative churches are pulling their attendance and starting their own organizations as a result. BSA is looking for ways in which to increase their numbers and so they are looking at their target audience. The target audience is telling them to include the whole family. I was a Cub Scout leader from Tiger to Webelos. All of our campouts included families: little sisters, little brothers,

or email

moms and dads. Some non-BSA kids

Address: 1011 Surrey Lane

if they start a program where the girls

artwork@murray-media.com Building 100, Ste. 101

Flower Mound, TX 75022 Lantana Living is published monthly by Murray Media Group. Opinions expressed in articles or advertisements do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher. Lantana Living is not responsible for omissions or information that has been misrepresented to the magazine. Advertisers and its agencies assume all liability for advertising content. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted without the permission in writing from the publisher. © 2017 Murray Media Group

participated, some didn’t. BSA believes may advance as well, earning belt loops and merit badges, the entire organization will benefit.

The phrase “separate but equal” kept coming up in conversation. They are going to keep the girls in their own area at camp and in their own troops but come together for certain activities. Unless there are as many girls joining as boys, that really won’t be possible. As a woman, I believe that if a woman does a job on an equal level to a man, she should be compensated for that. On the other hand, I’ve seen the growth that my son has made in scouts and the camaraderie among the boys, and I have a hard time believing that this can be achieved with girls in the mix. When boys reach the ages of 11-14 they become awkward around girls, which would change the dynamic of the troop. The discussion also included whether or not a girl may achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. If girls are allowed to follow the same path, it is inevitable. So the question remains: is it progress to abandon tradition?

Sincerly, Susan Neuhalfen

Writer and Editor for Argyle Living, Lantana Living and Lake Cities Living Susan@murray-media.com 972.899.3637 Ex. 101 6 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

Table of

Contents

On the Cover: Nola & Joe Musacchio from Cinnamon Creek Ranch

Featured: Cinnamon Creek Ranch Just Got BIGGER

Editor’s pick:

Lifestyle

54 Guyer Football Season Preview

08 Bike Ride with Your TRIBE 12 Counseling with Acorn Counseling 14 Gardening with Complete Solutions 16 Growing a Screen Printing Business from Scratch 20 Finding Your Inner Model

30 Women’s Wellness with Cheryl Smitherman 36 Fitness with Jesse James Fit

Training for Military Life

56 Dentistry with Dr. Matt

38 Nutrition With Savory Bistro

58 Guyer Volleyball: Ready for Return to Playoffs

42 Organic Produce CO-OP Comes to Lantana

59 Stress Management Skills

43 Yummy Bites

61 College Prep with Vanguard

22 Gluten Free Menus

Family

Business Spotlight

24 Great Family Camping

46 Inside Community

44 For the Love of Orthodontics

Yourself

Inside Education

26 How to Deal With Migraines

48 Lantana Scout Honors Fallen Veterans

28 Makeover of the Month

52 Edit This with Steve Gamel

Photos from Lantana 40 WEB Day 57

BSA Jamboree AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 7

by Susan Neuhalfen

Lifestyle

ave you ever seen an idea in another country and thought to yourself that that would be a great product to try in the US?

Denton resident Aaron Powell did just that. The former middle school band director spent two months in Malmo, Sweden, with his wife and two young children and became engrossed in the cycling culture.

Located just across the Oresund from

He found the right factory, the right

of transportation there, but not like

assemble the bikes – right in Denton.

United States.

business park on Collins Road and have

Copenhagen, bikes are a major form

what we’re used to seeing here in the “They aren’t all decked out in athletic gear with helmets,” said Aaron. “They wear their business clothing and use their bikes for

parts and even the right place to

Urban Tribe just signed a lease in a new partnered with a bike shop in town to

make sure that every bike is assembled to Urban Tribe standards.

transportation, not exercise.”

Urban Tribe Cargo Bicycles can now be

A particular bike that caught Aaron’s eye

first orders came in from Hawaii. He is

was a motorized cargo bike used to sell ice cream, cart materials or just carry kids. Though the ones in Europe were not on the level of quality that he wanted, Aaron thought it would be a great idea to offer a sturdier version of the bike for families.

“It is a car replacement for my family,” said Aaron who has two children, ages 4 months and 3 years. “I can fit the kids, groceries, or whatever I need to carry.” Despite its solid appearance, it is a very

purchased online. Ironically, one of the also getting a lot of attention right here as he takes the bike into downtown Denton and to local parks with his kids.

“It’s actually faster to go into the Denton

Square on the bike because I don’t have to park in a space,” said Aaron. “I don’t

have to trek from blocks away with kids in tow, I can park up front.”

He had one father take his four kids out to see if this was a purchase he wanted to make.

“All four kids fit perfectly on the benches

and the father really enjoyed carting them

around,” said Aaron. “It’s not just for sporty people, it’s for everyone.”

lightweight bike and easy to turn. The

For Aaron, this is what he hopes to be the

attached that charges as easily as a laptop.

“We want to see more bikes on the road,”

best feature, however, is the small motor It averages about 15 miles per hour, has a headlight on front and is perfect for

traveling around the neighborhood or around town. “Even my wife will use it,” said Aaron. “She’s not big on riding bikes.” After coming back from Sweden, Aaron immediately started researching cargo

beginning of new era for our area.

he said. “When families start biking, our cities will change from the inside out.”

To learn more visit www.facebook.com/ UrbanTribeCargoBicycles/ or

urbantribecargobicycles.com/. photos courtesy of Aaron Powell

bicycles in the US and found one manufacturer on the West Coast who was charging over $5,000 per bike. Having had previous experience working with factories and importers, he began researching everything it would take to make a good quality cargo bike and found just the right combination to pull it all together. AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 9

10 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 11

Lifestyle | Counseling

Talking with Your Kids ABOUT DIFFICULT TOPICS

ooking for an approach to having tough talks that doesn’t make your stomach knot up? Talking about life’s most important subjects can easily flow from regular conversation. Let’s focus on some basic rules that can help you talk about those tough talks.

4 Steps To Tough Talks Be honest. If something is always true and always has been, treat it like that. Mention it, don’t avoid it, put it in the baby album.

Be curious. Play games at dinner and in the car that

encourage talking. It gets them in the habit of talking out loud about their inner life. With you!

Be clear. Naming a behavior, a body part, a relationship tells your child what is going on. Demonstrating how to talk about a subject by taking a deep breath and teaching how to talk about something uncomfortable sets a precedent for making the topic open for discussion. Be focused. Use everyday opportunities to talk about important topics.

Sitting down to a big ‘talk’ seems like the way to go, but assimilating large amounts of new and emotionally charged information doesn’t come naturally. Talking through life’s core lessons a little bit at a time allows you and your loved ones to explore the issues in deeper ways over time and with less risk for misunderstanding. So the next time your child asks what this is called or describes a bully or asks where babies come from, take a deep breath and Be honest, Be clear, Be curious, and Be focused.

12 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

by Christy Graham LPC Play Therapist Supervisor Acorn Counseling Education Services

940.222.8703 • acorncounseling.services

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 13

Lifestyle | Gardening

Fertilizer

What’s Going On in my Yard...

hen it comes to turf maintenance, our friends over at GRASSPERSON are a great

source of knowledge. They’ve sent over

a couple things to keep in mind while we

go through the ups and downs of a typical Texas summer.

14-18 minutes; rotor style heads 20-25 minutes; and drip style lines range from 35-45 minutes. It is a great idea to have a professional walk thru the entire system to ensure proper coverage as well as efficiency of the system. Mowing height

Watering

You should be watering at least 3-4 days

summer to help with water retention.

to avoid fungus issues. Run times for pop-

between 3-3.5” and the St. Augustine a

frequently. Always water between 4-6 a.m.

We recommend to keep your Bermuda

up spray heads should range between

little higher.

| AUGUST 2017

grass to ensure it’s a success with all

the heat stress we have had so far this

summer. Just as important, be prepared after September 1 to apply your pre-

emergents. You should not apply when the cool weather is here, but instead,

apply weeks prior to the seasonal change to help fend off what’s coming. Weeds

Nutsedge is a weed that is caused by

heavy rainfall. To treat it, call a professional that has weed specific treatments to help get rid of this problem. General weed

chemicals will not touch it, and other than thinning out some of your out some of

your broad leaf weeds, could be a waste of money.

All grass should be cut higher in the

a week. The goal is watering deep, not

14 | LANTANA LIVING

You should be applying food to your

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 15

Lifestyle

Growing a

Screenprinting

Business From Scratch by Susan Neuhalfen

antana resident Heather Searcy was feeling a little discouraged when she wasn’t able to secure a full-

time teaching position at an area elementary school. She told her husband, Brian, that she wanted to work but wanted the freedom to be home for their two young girls. That’s when she came across something unusual.

It was an ad for someone selling

Her first job was shirts for Lantana’s Scout

needed more room. They rented space in

no experience and had not considered

front hall of Lantern Ink’s new location

hiring high school students to work part

screenprinting equipment. Heather had it, so she did what any interested party would do - she turned to YouTube. “I started watching YouTube videos on how to do screen printing,” said Heather, laughing. “I thought

because it reminds her of how they

began. After doing a few jobs and

learning as she went, Heather

took another class to learn a little more. The instructor gave her some advice she’ll never forget:

to myself, hey this is

something I could do.” home she talked to him

about it. They prayed about

it and felt led to continue so they

went to Austin. An old friend who owns

a company in Lewisville gave her a quick

lesson and she immediately went to work.

| AUGUST 2017

It’s not hard in this

business to stand out. Be

on time and be willing to do

whatever it takes.

Heather took this advice to heart and

she never looked back.

After three years of working out of her

garage, the business was growing and she

Argyle and purchased an automatic press, time. One day, an employee of another screenprinting company in the same

complex came to meet Heather. She was looking for extra money to pay medical

bills and asked if she could put in some hours. In addition to being a very hard worker, Ginger had the experience of

being a floor manager for the other screen printer and had several years and several jobs under her belt. Her connection

become instrumental in what happened next for Lantern Ink.

The people who owned the shop where Ginger worked were thinking about

moving the business to another state while Heather was looking to expand again.

photos courtesy of Lantern Ink

As soon as Brian got

16 | LANTANA LIVING

Troop 99. She proudly hangs one in the

Lantern Ink purchased the business and

with it got not only more equipment and

a larger space, but a group of employees with unprecedented knowledge and work ethic.

“These people are family to us,” said

Heather of Ginger and her staff. “We are so blessed to have them here.”

Heather had been so caught up trying to keep up with everyday work, she wasn’t

able to learn and grow the business like she’d wanted. The new addition helped her to focus on her strengths.

“I love to be creative, but I’m a type A

personality so I’m about quality and on time work,” she said. “One thing I’ve

learned here is that it’s better to be an expert at one thing and do it right.”

For Heather, the most important thing is to stand by Lantern Ink’s philosophy of always delivering great quality and great service.

“We don’t argue with the clients, they are always right in our book,” said Heather. “Every day we stand by our philosophy

and we’re so proud of what we’ve built.” Visit their website www.lanternink.com. AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 17

Lifestyle

Inner Finding Your

Model by Susan Neuhalfen

Model Skyler Harrison

ave you ever dreamed of being a model? There’s a new business in Argyle designed to help you experience that dream and you might just end up in front of industry professionals in the process.

Model Shelby Roberts

“We have spots available for aspiring

and bloggers. The photographers are

their current portfolios or anyone who

they work with Amy on the theme for that

models, models interested in adding to just wants to have some cool photos

taken,” said Amy. “You don’t have to be

a model, it’s open to anyone who wants to participate.”

Camellia Concepts has themed photo shoots with visual artsy stages and

wardrobes. Amy develops these themes Models Coen Kinser (left) Avery Ann Stevens (right)

with professional photographers and

as well as the wardrobe. Amy insists that

all of the photography is done tastefully. “I’m very sensitive to how the beauty

Models Kylie Schroeder (left) Keira Schroeder (right)

20 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

month. Some images from the event are printed in fashion magazines.

In September, they will be holding a

model boot camp and photography

workshop. This camp is geared toward aspiring models learning how to pose and how to walk based on the fashion

photography industry. Anyone interested may sign up on their Facebook page, Camellia Concepts: photography

shootouts and boutique workshops.

industry treats women and how it can

The most important thing to Amy, is

open to anyone who wants to grow and

the experience.

affect self-esteem,” said Amy. “This is

that her clients have fun and enjoy

have fun.”

“Beauty is channeled from heart, mind

Though it’s not always promised, there

and soul,” said Amy. “We are here to

attend including talent agency reps

in themselves.”

are industry professionals who sometimes

help those who want to find that beauty

photography by Chelsea Walston / Walsto Media

together they collaborate on the scenery

professional modeling photographers and

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 21

Lifestyle

Best Area Restaurants for

Gluten Free Menus by Susan Neuhalfen

f any member of your family suffers from Celiac Disease, you know how difficult it can be to eat “gluten-free” at a restaurant. The good news is that more and more restaurants are offering gluten free menus to tackle just about any appetite. We’ve polled area residents and here are their top picks for gluten free menus:

Palio’s Pizza Café*

Savory Bistro (Bartonville Town Center)

Fresco’s Mexicana*

Fuzzy’s*

Rockfish Seafood Grill (Highland Village Shopping Center)

Red Robin*

Sweet Basil Thai Bistro (just off Denton Square)

Taco Ocho*

Patrizio (Highland Village Shopping Center)

10. Earl’s 377 (377 in Argyle) *Indicates multiple locations that all offer their gluten

Ranchman’s Steakhouse We’re giving a special shout out to the Ranchman’s Steakhouse in Ponder. The owner suffers from Celiac Disease and was offering everything on his menu gluten free long before it was cool. He’s very concerned with crosscontamination so he asks that if you do plan to eat gluten free to call ahead and give notice as they set up a separate kitchen. The specialty is gluten free chicken fried steak. This place is the stuff of Texas legends and worth the trip every time.

free menu items These menus came from Lantana residents who have family members that must eat gluten free. There are also suggestions from www.DelightfullyGlutenFree.com. For more restaurants that offer gluten free menus, download the Find Me Gluten Free App on App Store and Google Play

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 23

Lifestyle

Great Family Camping Within a Two-Hour Drive by Susan Neuhalfen

ow that the weather is going to cool down and the kids are back in school, it’s time to start thinking about the three-day weekends and taking the family camping. We polled readers and found a few real gems within a two-hour drive that are perfect when the cooler weather starts to kick in. Vineyard Campground and Cabins at Lake Grapevine

Argyle readers Jeff and Judy recommended it. You can’t get much closer than this. The campgrounds are beautiful and have great amenities like a fishing pier, kayak rentals, bike rental, nature trails and a swim beach. This is strictly a self-contained RV Park and full-service cabin rental area, but a guest may put up 1 tent with a cabin rental or with a RV Site rental. Visit www.vineyardscampground.com for a virtual tour. 817.329.8993 888.329.8993 1501 N. Dooley St. Grapevine, Texas 76051 thevineyards@grapevinetexas.gov Ray Roberts State Park On Lake Lewisville It’s also very close, Ray Roberts is recommended by readers Gary and Kristy. There are two locations to camp: Johnson Branch and Isle du Bois. Three unique eco-regions are found in the park: Eastern Cross Timbers, Blackland Prairie and Grand Prairie. If you’re into nature and animals, this is your kind of place. There are plenty of hiking trails, equestrian trails and beach areas with paddleboats and canoes to rent. It even has a marina that sells and rents boats. There is lots of great fishing and there are plenty of boat slips to bring your own. There are

24 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

also equestrian campsites, campsites with water and electricity. Isle du Bois Unit 100 PW 4137 Pilot Point, TX 76258-8944 Johnson Branch Unit 940.637.2294 100 PW 4153 Valley View, TX 76272-7411 http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/rayroberts-lake

dinosaurs once did. Reader Monica says there is a lot for the whole family to do while visiting including hiking, mountain biking, swimming fishing, riding your own horse and more. There are backpack campsites as well as campsites with electric and water. 254.897.4588 1629 Park Rd 59 Glen Rose, TX 76043 http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/ Daingerfield State Park southwest of Texarkana Daingerfield State Park southwest of Texarkana is deemed one of the cleanest parks in the country. Reader Alicia recommended it for its beauty. You can fish, swim, boat hike. There are paddleboats, paddleboards, kayaks and flat bottom boats to rent. 903.645.2921 455 Park Road 17 Daingerfield, TX 75638 http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/ daingerfield

Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Eisenhower State Park

Hike, bike, or ride your own horse down to the beautiful lake where you can swim in what was once considered healing waters. There are sheer rock cliffs for experienced climbers as well as six fishing piers and lots of fish to catch with no license required. They rent flat-bottom boats with trolling motors, canoes,

Eisenhower State Park is on Lake Texoma in the northern part of the state. Explore hiking trails along high bluffs, climb boulders, swim or fish without a license. Bring your ATV or dirt bike along the OHV trail. You can view the rocky bluffs from the water on a guided kayaking tour. They have full hookup campsites as well as campsites with water and electricity.

kayaks, paddleboards, and rowboats No skiing, tubing, or jet skiing allowed. Regular and equestrian campsites are available. The views are spectacular. 940.328.1171 100 Park Road 71 Mineral Wells, TX 76067 http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lakemineral-wells

Dinosaur Valley State Park: Glen Rose, TX Dinosaur tracks are in the riverbed at the Paluxy River so you can walk where the

903.465.1956 50 Park Road 20 Denison, TX 75020-4878 http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/ eisenhower There are several great spots in Texas and Oklahoma that are a little longer drive but worth it. We will highlight those for you in an upcoming issue. In the meantime, leave us feedback on social media about places that are great for camping.

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 25

Yourself

How to

Deal Migraines With

by Susan Neuhalfen

Medication

Sleep

f one has never experienced migraines, it is hard to understand the pain attached to them.

Migraines are debilitating headaches that

Food Management

Common Triggers • Allergies (including food allergies) • Bright lights

make performing daily tasks difficult for

• Loud noises

even the most determined of people.

• Strong odors

They affect roughly 12% of the population, the majority being women.

Signs of Migraines So how do you know if you’re having a migraine or just a headache? Here are some telltale signs of migraines: • Nausea and/or vomiting • Sensitivity to light and/or sound • Pain on one side of the head • Pain located behind one ear or eye • Seeing flashing lights, spots or having double vision

Botox

• Foods, drinks especially containing caffeine and alcohol

• Changes in weather • Changes in sleep • Dehydration • Anxiety and stress • Medication • Hormonal changes Hormonal changes, whether menopause or menstruation, are a very common

triggers among women, which is why migraines are slightly more common in boys than girls until girls begin

menstruation. However, those with

Hydration

Stress Management

practices and always had water or a drink with electrolytes on hand. Now it’s rare that he gets a migraine. Prevention and Treatment One of the recurring themes that every migraine sufferer mentioned was recognizing the patterns that lead to the migraine. Many kept food journals to see if there was a correlation between ingredients that caused the migraine. Others recognized that as soon as they felt stress they began taking medication to stave off any problems. One mentioned that she used Excedrin Migraine while some had prescription medications. Still others, as soon as they saw the flashing lights, simply laid down in a dark room with no sounds and covered their eyes with a towel or sleep mask. If natural remedies don’t help, or if new symptoms develop, the most important thing to do is to see a doctor who specializes in headache management.

kids mentioned dehydration and sleep

• Vertigo, imbalance, fainting

deprivation as the most common triggers.

A relatively new development in the

• Migraines usually give warning signs

“They don’t stay well hydrated, especially

treatment of chronic migraine headaches

my kids are playing sports I have to really

to treat wrinkles, but don’t think that a

in the Texas heat,” said one reader. “When

is to use Botox. Yes, the same Botox used

Watching for Signs

monitor their schedules.”

trip to the plastic surgeon is in order.

While interviewing several area residents

Another reader had a child athlete who

who have suffered from migraines, they all paid particular attention to the patterns and signs that lead to the migraine. In some cases a jagged light would appear on one side their vision. Some reported having migraines after coming “down”

was suffering from five migraines a month. Not wanting to put him on medicine, she

injections. Also, this method is only used for chronic migraine sufferers. A chronic

“I made sure that everything I fixed was

headaches for 4+ hours at a time at least

fresh and took all food with MSG out of the house,” she said. “Processed foods really affected him.”

would happen hours after eating certain

She and her husband kept an eye on the

known as triggers.

clinical expertise to perform these Botox

took control of his diet.

from a stressful situation. For others, it foods. The causes of the migraines are

Only a trained neurologist will have the

patterns. They made sure that he had

migraine sufferer is one who has migraine 15 days out of the month. For those chronic migraine sufferers who have not responded well to other medications, Botox injections have proven in many cases to be a positive alternative.

a banana or yogurt just after his soccer AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 27

Yourself | Makeover of the Month

Makeover of the Month

ashlyn young Ashlyn Young leads a very busy and very social life. After graduating from Stephen F. Austin with a Bachelor or Science in Hospitality in May, she started a job at an event production company in McKinney. Her hair had grown well past her waist and she wanted a change. She wanted a new hairstyle that was professional but also fun.

Want to be the next Makeover? Email cloud9salon@cloud9salon.com and tell us why you deserve it!

Makeover and clothes provided by

214.415.4806 â&#x20AC;˘ www.cloud9salon.com

Hair by Hannah Church Ashlyn wanted a BIG change. Her waistlength hair needed cut and tamed, but Hannah knew that beautiful wave would

look even better with the right color. So, Hannah did a balayage using the teasing technique combined with some highlighting for a brighter effect. She cut a total of 14 inches off and gave her a sassy swing bob.

photography by Caroline Simpson

Before 28 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

after

Yourself | Women’s Wellness

he Zika virus is terrifying for

areas pregnant women should avoid

The incubation period from the time of

pregnant women. This is not

traveling to. Pregnant women and their

infection is 3-14 days. The symptoms to

helped by the fact that our

unborn children have the highest risk.

look for are acute onset of fever, rash,

knowledge of this virus is evolving and

Avoidance of endemic or areas known to

joint pain, and conjunctivitis. People are

considered very incomplete. Infection

provide local infection is very important.

labeled “infected” if they have any of

with Zika during pregnancy is known

Using insect repellent such as DEET and

the preceding symptoms and a positive

to cause miscarriage and birth defects

permethrin is safe and encouraged.

Zika test. At this time routine testing for

such as microcephaly, intracranial

Wearing long sleeved clothing is helpful

Zika is not recommended for women or

calcifications as well as other brain and

as well. Sexual transmission is also

eye abnormalities. Transmission

possible. Condom use or

of the virus to humans is performed primarily by the Aedes species of mosquitos. These mosquitos are especially troublesome as they bite

abstinence is recommended The symptoms to look for are acute onset of fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis.

during the day as well as dusk and dawn. Avoidance of areas known to have infected

for pregnant women

male partner needs to have been out of the at risk area for 6 months before having unprotected intercourse. Women should

for prevention of infection.

have passed since their last possible exposure. These guidelines are based on A difficulty with testing for this infection

site and view the “CDC’s interactive world

is that only 1 in 5 people infected shows

map of areas with Zika risk” to see which

symptoms of the infection.

| AUGUST 2017

provider if you are concerned.

The best prevention is avoidance. Women who are considering pregnancy soon or are pregnant should not travel to any at risk areas. More information can be found at your doctor’s office and on the CDC’s website.

the limited information we have.

many areas. You can visit the CDC web

30 | LANTANA LIVING

limitations of testing. Please see your

become pregnant. The

not try to become pregnant until 8 weeks

South America. It has now spread into

possible Zika exposure because of the

and women wishing to

mosquito populations is the best strategy Zika was first reported in 2015 out of

men without clinical signs of illness and

by Cheryl Smitherman DNP, CNM Women’s Wellness at Flower Mound 972.355.9436 womenswellnessfm.com

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 31

Cinnamon Creek Ranch

Just Got

BIGGER by Susan Neuhalfen

innamon Creek Ranch has always been a well-kept secret in North Texas, but following their recent

expansions and improvements to the

property, you won’t believe what they’ve done now.

What started as a family-owned and operated wild game business has

not only become one of the premier archery facilities in the country, it’s

grown into a first-rate destination for any event imaginable.

“We’ve hosted corporate team building, scout banquets, school banquets,

reunions, team parties, political dinners

and fundraisers,” said Nola Musacchio, co-

owner of Cinnamon Creek Ranch. “We can accommodate just about any occasion,

indoors or out, casual or elegant, under the stars or under the roof.”

Cinnamon Creek Ranch redefined archery, designing outdoor shooting areas like

a golf course with 3D targets that even

include a tree hunting course with stands and all. Once players finish one course, they move to the next, keeping score much like golf.

They built two indoor archery rooms

downstairs and one entire room upstairs

to host tournaments, complete with bleachers.

They opened one of the largest archery shops in the country, selling bows from

fourteen different manufacturers as well as everything under the sun an archer would ever need.

Joe and Nola Musacchio have now

expanded again and have made it the perfect venue for any event.

The new outdoor covered pavilion seats over 140 people, with elegant lights

strung across the room, a stage for bands or presentations and rows of huge picnic tables, all overlooking the countryside

and Henrietta Creek. Soon the outdoor patio will stretch to the creek, have

cornhole, big Jenga, beer pong and

horseshoes. Additionally, the outdoor

bar will seat large groups enjoying the

ambiance of the fire pit, wood-burning pizza oven and music.

The new indoor event facility is 24,000

square feet of fun. The birthday room is

a perfect stop for the kids’ celebrations. For smaller groups, they serve sodas,

water and hot dogs or pizza. Each party is unique and hosted by a minimum of two instructors, helping them learn all about

archery and safety while they shoot arrows at balloons and play games. Just on the other side of the archery rental area is a game room, complete with arcade games including Big Shot 3D video archery. Users can shoot zombies, snakes or spiders, or bring their own videos to shoot soft arrows on the gigantic video screens. For the older kids (and kids at heart),

Sponsored Content

photography by Kate & Kate Photography

they’ll set up archery tag (much like paintball but with soft arrows). They also have hover balls that float which makes for a great archery challenge. Stools line the width of the 18,000 square

For a typical event, they set tables of

The meeting room upstairs has table

center of the venue allowing mingling

desk tables) up to 120. A projection screen

food and beverages up and down the

and “harassing” of the teams. It’s a great dynamic for a team-building event

because the teams can all intermingle

within the large facility versus separating at holes on a huge golf course all day.

seating (both round tables and conference is at the front of the room while the back is set up for food service. Speaking of food, Joe is still cooking all of those delicious

dishes served at Cinnamon Creek Ranch

- everything from traditional Texas BBQ to

“Archery really is the new golf,” says Joe.

Kobe steaks and shrimp to a whole hog

is working together. They act like family

do, don’t pass up the Cinnamon Creek

“You can feel the energy when everyone

stuffed with jambalaya. Whatever you

at the ranch. It’s a great choice for team-

wS’More Tortillas.

building, large or small.”

Many of their corporate clients have

commented what a great, all-inclusive

Cinnamon Creek Ranch still hosts archery tournaments, monthly Couples by the

Creek date night events, veterans’ events,

foot archery room, seating observers

event it is for all of their employees.

behind glass for tournaments. There is

“You can team-build in your shorts

more. Whether you’re seeking family fun,

archery is easy to learn, once they’re fit

make sure you come and visit the best-

equal for everyone.”

Creek Ranch.

a balcony area to watch all of the fun as well. The room itself is perfect for team building, parties, and tournaments with up to 120 targets ready for set up.

group and individual lessons and so much

and flip flops,” said Joe. “And because

team building or a Texas-style wedding,

with the right bow, the playing field is

kept secret in North Texas, Cinnamon

817.439.8998 • cinnamoncreekranch.com • 13794 Old Denton Rd. • Roanoke, TX 76262 AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 33

34 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 35

Yourself | Fitness

How to Prevent

here is nothing more frustrating than starting a workout plan only to succumb to injury. It’s hard enough

to get motivated but when there is pain

involved it makes it downright impossible some days.

Step 5: Condition

into motion by way of a 10-15 minute

to injury prevention, but unfortunately it

clothes. Your muscles need to be coaxed warm up in order to prepare them for injury-free use. Cold muscles are less elastic and are therefore more prone

Last month we talked about common

injuries due to sedentary lifestyle (sitting at a desk all day), improper form or falls. This month, we will talk about ways to those prevent injuries.

to tears.

Step 3: Proper Gear For most fitness

enthusiasts, proper gear has everything to do

Your 5-Step Injury Prevention Plan Injuries don’t have to slow you from

meeting your fitness goals. The following 5 steps will dramatically reduce your

chance of injury and if you do find yourself injured, your recovery will be quick and

efficient if you have been following these 5 steps:

with their shoes. Don’t

be fooled—not just any

shoe will do. Find shoes

What is more boring than stretching? You want to exercise, not sit around touching your toes, right? Even though it isn’t

exciting, stretching is the best way to

increase muscle elasticity and durability. Tight muscles are big contributors to

strains. Take the time to stretch everyday before and after your workout to stave off injury.

Preparing for your workout should not

| AUGUST 2017

is the most overlooked. People who keep

their bodies in top condition by exercising

regularly and maintaining a healthy injure themselves. When

When exercise programs are started and stopped sporadically your muscles are most likely to become injured.

that offer support and

traction for your exercise of

choice, and make sure that they

aren’t too tight or too loose. If you are

prone to ankle injuries then try a pair of Step 4: Lifestyle

Stop for a moment and think about your car; if you don’t maintain it with regular tune ups, oil changes and quality fuel

then you can’t expect it to perform well on the road. The same applies to your body. Getting healthy amounts of sleep, eating

exercise programs are started and stopped sporadically your

muscles are most likely

to become injured.

Conditioning also has

another great benefit that

everyone enjoys – you get

to look and feel great! And who

doesn’t what that, right?

The ultimate injury prevention plan is to

work with our team, your qualified fitness experts. Together we will explore proper technique and will craft a plan for your unique fitness goals.

Call us today to get started. It’s time

to take action and get the results that you deserve.

well balanced meals and staying hydrated will all contribute to your performance during exercise. The healthier your

Step 2: Warm Up

This may seem like the most obvious step

lifestyle are the least likely to

high-tops for extra support.

Step 1: Stretch

36 | LANTANA LIVING

begin and end with putting on your gym

lifestyle is, the less likely you are to suffer an injury.

by Jesse J. Leyva, Outlaw Bootcamp & Jesse James Fit www.OutlawBootcamp.com www.JesseJamesFit.com

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 37

Yourself | Nutrition

Boost Your Energy Dear Annette:

need energy!!! Summer is ending and that means fall schedules and holidays around the corner. I just drag my feet some days, please help!

Dear Reader: Today’s schedules are demanding. Energy is a something we all need more of. Many people tell me how tired and run down they feel at times. It seems we have run out of energy. What creates energy for us? We create energy through the mitochondria. How many remember the Krebs cycle from biology? We need healthy mitochondria for optimal energy. It is also extremely important for cell regeneration to prevent aging and imperative for healthy cognition, for fighting inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the body. We need BDNF Brain- derived neutrophic factor to create new and healthy brains cells. If the brain is sluggish, so is every other system in the body. Certain foods lend themselves more to creating strong mitochondria and turn on the gene to create BDNF. The top 12 food choices for healthy mitochondria based on the Functional Medicine Institute are:

Diet is extremely important but so is sleep.

• Almonds

• Get in a routine; go to bed at the same

• Avocado

time every night. Get at least two hours of

• Grass fed beef or buffalo (bison)

Good sleep hygiene can really help. Some pointers for good sleep are:

sleep before midnight.

• Blueberries

• Have no clutter in your bedroom.

• Broccoli (all cruciferous vegetables)

• Do not eat a heavy meal before going

• Coconut oil

• Use lavender oil in your bedroom.

• Green tea

• Take the TV out of the bedroom.

• Olive oil • Pomegranate seeds • Salmon

• Do some meditation or breathing exercises before sleeping. Strangely enough we have to move

• Seaweed

It is best to eat organic foods as toxins are what deplete your energy.

| AUGUST 2017

Stay away from processed foods and sugar they are big energy thieves. Having more energy is all about lifestyle choices . The good news is we can create it for ourselves!

exercise on a regular basis report

Sincerely Yours,

having more energy than those who

Savory Bistro Owner & Wellness Coach

to have more energy. People who

• Spinach

38 | LANTANA LIVING

to bed.

are more sedentary.

Annette Doody

www.thesavoryteam.com

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 39

WEB Day WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) Day is the 6th grade orientation at Harpool Middle School where incoming students meet new people, tour the building, and learn strategies to be successful in middle school from their fellow 8th grade students. Â WEB is a mentoring program where 8th grade leaders help the incoming 6th graders transition into the middle school and meet periodically throughout the school year.

photos courtesy of Laura Lee

40 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 41

Yourself

Organic Produce

Co-Op Comes to Lantana by Susan Neuhalfen

antana now has a great source for organic produce. Lantana residents Carolyn Rachaner and Crystal Crabill have put together a way for their neighbors to have affordable, organic produce delivered right to their neighborhood.

Every two weeks, bins of organic fruits

and vegetables are delivered for anyone

wanting to enjoy bulk food and discounts on organic food.

co-op last her much longer than from the grocery store, where it’s been stored in a warehouse and then people have picked over it. The price is also less than

“I’ve been working on and off with

she would pay there. The only thing that’s

and when we moved to Lantana I started

exactly what fruits and vegetables will

yourhealthsource.org for 10 years now

again,” said Rachaner, a nutritionist and VP of Marketing and Product Development at RBC Life. “I always find that when I’m not buying from the co-op, I slip.”

A predetermined bin of produce arrives

for each customer. There are 4-5 different fruits and 9-10 different vegetables in

different is that the co-op determines be delivered. That’s where the Facebook group comes in. “I’ve had people ask what to do with kale or leeks and the group is always there to help with cooking tips, storage tips, and helping members to try new things,”

each bin. They come from organic farms

said Rachaner. “They also post recipes so

whenever possible.

membership and there are sometimes

from all over and they try to get local

“Obviously, we don’t grow bananas in

Texas so we have to get those somewhere else,” Rachaner laughs. “Having worked

with this company as long as I have, I know that everything is organic and very fresh.” Rachaner says that the fruits and

vegetables that she gets through the 42 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

that everyone gets the most out of their extras for swapping.” It is a one time $25 membership fee plus the cost of your bins. A bin of fruits and vegetables are delivered to the Crabill house every two weeks at a cost of $50/ bin. Members are responsible on those Saturday mornings to pick up their bin.

“It’s like a present when the kids see what they’re getting each time mom and dad bring the bin home,” said Rachaner whose own kids really enjoy the

experience. “It teaches the kids about

making fresh produce a part of their diet at an early age.”

For those who may just want to try a bin, sometimes there are extras available for

purchase. To learn more, you can contact Carolyn at drcarolynnd@gmail.com or

Crystal at goaheadandjustsmile@me.com or join the Lantana Organic Produce CoOp Facebook group.

“The key to health is eating more organic,

fresh produce,” said Rachaner. “People can find almost every solution to their health problems in nature whether it be with

organic foods or herbs. This is a great start to a healthy life and it comes with its own support group.”

Yourself

Your Friday Night Destination W

e all have those weeks; the ones that never end and somehow every day feels like that dreaded Monday. However, you tough it out and finally reach the finish line that is Friday. For all your hard work, you deserve a nice night out that includes a very nice drink. Not just any place will do. You deserve to treat yourself to Shoal Creek Tavern in Highland Village.

We had the opportunity to visit and Oscar gave us a warm welcome which included

For our appetizers we

tried the fried calamari

recommending a few suggestions on the

and clams along with

you enjoy a nice stiff drink or something

salmon cakes. The calamari

something to your liking. We started off

garlic parmesan and served with a basil

menu as well as a few drinks. Whether

an order of the smoked

with a fruity taste, you’ll be sure to find

and clams were tossed with a

with the Smoked Old Fashioned which

lemon pepper remoulade. We’d like to say

had Basil Hayden Bourbon, vanilla, bitters

of a kick as it had habanero sausage. It was super tasty and didn’t last

more than five minutes. The

second thing we tried was the Shoal Creek Ranch Chicken. We highly

recommend that this is

your first introduction to

Shoal Creek Tavern as it is

the best chicken we’ve ever

tried. It’s fried chicken with

pork belly, ranch, tomatoes and

melted jack served with garlic cheddar

mashed and a spicy ratatouille. Also up on

the menu was a Chicken and Polenta Corn Cake. It tastes almost like an enchilada

and smoke. There was a nice orange peel

so it was a pleasant surprise. It is topped

in it which complimented the woodsy

with chicken and hatch chili cream. Last on

scent of the bourbon. Another drink that

the menu was the Shoal Creek Enchilada

Monterey. It is pulled chicken and cheese

was ordered was the Flor de Puerto Rico

which was made with Bacardi, pineapple

in a crispy wonton wrapper topped with

Let’s just say we had to keep reminding

served with spicy ratatouille and Jalapeno

juice, lime, hibiscus syrup and ginger beer.

crab and spinach in a jack cheese sauce

ourselves to drink slowly and responsibly

Jack cheese grits. If your mouth isn’t

as the cocktails were absolutely delicious.

we took pictures of the crab cakes since

they were to die for but we were too busy

eating them to think about taking a photo. Needless to say we were already well on our way to being fully relaxed.

They have a wonderful menu that made it incredibly difficult to decide on what to try but luckily as there were several of us we were able to try a little bit of

everything. The Lobster Bisque had a bit

watering already you might need to go to

the doctor to get your taste buds checked. We’d love to say we tried their dessert

menu. Unfortunately, we were completely

and utterly stuffed. Oscar had to roll us out to our cars at the end of the night. Overall, it was a pleasant and relaxing experience and a great way to end a very long week. www.shoalcreektavern.com 1701 Shoal Creek #100, Highland Village, TX 75077 AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 43

Business Spotlight

For the Love of

Orthodontics by Susan Neuhalfen

It is said that if you do what you love, you’ll never work another day in your life.

r. Robert Borkowski is one of

practicing on each

am,” said Borkowski. “You can

those people who wakes up every

coast and was selling

call yourself the best, but being

day loving not only what he does

his practice in Maryland

requested to come and teach

but reflecting happily on the extensive

when a fellow speaker and colleague

others does help to validate that you are

career that he has had so far.

from Carrollton asked him to consider

truly serving others”.

“I’ve been involved in the practice of orthodontics and in the research and development of new techniques and systems,” said Dr. Borkowski, who has consulted on many such projects

buying his practice. He came to Texas and has officially been here longer than the 20 years he’d intended to stay. “What can I say? I love it here,” he smiles. “It’s where I raised my son,

as the Damon bracket system, making wire interfacing more friction free for patients. “It’s so exciting, collaborating with some of the most brilliant minds in the world.”

so it’s home.”

“What can I say? I love it here,”

Eight years ago he sold that practice to try the corporate environment. Always wanting to be on the cutting edge of new technology didn’t mesh as well with that

Borkowski began his career practicing orthodontics while also teaching at Georgetown University.

structure so he decided to establish a new, private practice in Flower Mound and do what he

This led to multiple lectures in over 30

does best, offering his patients the most

countries across the globe, meeting and

revolutionary and proven

consulting with the best professionals in

techniques available.

the world on the practice of orthodontics. He had intended to spend 20 years

44 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

“I named my new office Renown Orthodontics because it reflects who I

To Make an Appointment for a Free Consultation Call 469.444.1640 RenownOrtho.com

2851 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste 113 Flower Mound, TX 75028

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 45

Know

Be in the

Family

Inside Community

Highland Village Farmers Market For those looking for fresh, organic food, and handmade local products, the Highland Village Farmers Market has opened on 407 and Highland Village Road. Local vendors are set up in the parking lot in front of the old Kroger store. The market is every Sunday from 10am until 2pm featuring fresh produce, meats, foods, skin care and more. This is a great way for the community to get out and support local business.

Riding Unlimited’s 3rd Annual Barn Dance Riding Unlimited’s 3rd Annual Barn Dance fundraiser happening on Saturday, October 14 from 6 to 9p.m. at 9168 T.N. Skiles Rd, Ponder. There will be live music and dancing with the Redwine Band, silent and live auction and fun for the whole family. Tickets are $25 per person at www.ridingunlimited.org. It all benefits Riding Unlimited, a non-profit helping individuals with physical, educational, intellectual and emotional disabilities through equine therapy.

Run Lantana is September 16

Steak & Stetson

The Lantana Community Association’s 8th Annual Run

Calling all Cowgirls and Cowboys! Come out and have

Lantana 5k and 10k will be happening on Saturday,

some boot-scootin’ fun at Circle R Ranch’s Steak and

September 16. The 10k will start at 8:25 a.m. and the 5k will

Stetson on September 9. The event includes a great steak

start at 8:35 a.m. This is a chip-timed event and participants

dinner, live entertainment, silent and live auction and

will be awarded by age division. It all starts and ends at

dancing until midnight. All proceeds benefit 3,800 area

Blanton Elementary School and all proceeds benefit Ranch

Special Olympic athletes. For more information go to

Hand Rescue in Argyle. Register at www.runlantana5k.com.

www.sotx.org/news-events/projects/steak-and-stetson.

Inside Education New DISD Fine Arts Director and Asst. Announced Jackie deMontmollin has been named the Denton ISD Director of Fine Arts and Eddy Russell has been named the assistant director. DeMontmollin is the former Associate Director of Theatre Education for the University of Houston and stepped into the role vacated by David McCullar who retired after 40 years in education. Russell is the Director of Bands at Ryan High School and will work closely with deMontmollin in continuing the strong artistic culture at DISD.

Lantana looking for school volunteers Denton ISD as well as all three Lantana Elmentary Schools are currently recruiting volunteers – especially those who want to mentor or tutor students. The purpose of the volunteer program is to utilize the talents of parents, grandparents, caring citizens and employees in the business community to help students within the regular school program. To volunteer, contact the school office or the district’s community relations office at (940) 369-0006.

Lantana Ladies League Kickoff Meeting

August 22 at 7pm Lantana Golf Club

Story Time August 23 at 10:30am North Group Fitness Room

NorTex College Fair at Golden Triangle MalL Representatives from nearly 200 colleges and universities in Texas and around the country will be at Golden Triangle Mall on Monday, September 11 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm to

will help potential students with admissions,

Bingo

Denton ISD calls for TRE The Denton ISD Board of School Trustees voted unanimously to call a Tax Ratification Election (TRE). The TRE will ask for an approval of swapping two cents from the debt service portion of the tax rate (currently

financial aid and other information at the

50 cents) to the maintenance and operations

will also be on hand to assist their students

for the upcoming school year. Maintenance

at 2201 Interstate 35E in Denton.

supplies and teachers’ salaries.

NorTex College Fair. High school counselors

portion of the tax rate (currently at $1.04)

and parents. Golden Triangle Mall is located

and operations tax funds utilities, campus

August 31 at 1pm North Group Fitness Room

North Texas Fair and Rodeo August 18-26 Denton

Taste for Good September 11

Lantana Country Club AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 47

Family

Lantana Scout

Honors Fallen Veterans by Susan Neuhalfen

agle Scout projects are about giving back to the community and in most cases it seems like it involves building and physical labor, but for Chris Wells of Lantana Scout Troop 99, he had a different idea of how to conduct his Eagle Project. “I’m not much of a builder so I thought I

Chris reached out to the cemeteries’

about databases and organizing,” said the

the project. The two ladies, Diane Miller

would work on a project that was more

incoming Marcus High School Junior. “In

Calvert and Betty Leatherwood whose

took a lot more time, but it was worth it.”

met with him and agreed that it would be

all honesty it turned out to be harder and To preface the story, Troop 99 puts flags on the graves of veterans at several area cemeteries on various holidays. Many

cemeteries do not keep accurate records so

finding the graves can

be a challenge. Though veterans usually have

VA-furnished headstones, there are many who are

interred with other family

a worthwhile project. They provided him

with the layout of the cemetery as well as

some of the names that had been

Chinn Chapel Cemetery in Double Oak was one the first burial sites in the area

and acts as the final resting site for some of the original settlers, as well as many who served their country at wartime.

documented by the census

and earlier lists, but it was far from complete.

Chris set out to work,

making spreadsheets and

matching names from

all of the lists provided.

Some only had blank

limestone covering the graves

with no markings and some were

hand-carved with only initials. The chapel

on the property dates back to 1858 as do some of the graves. Once the lists were compiled, he had a handful of scouts

meet him at the cemetery to go over each grave, one by one, to match them to the list and see if there was anything on the

photos courtesy of Michael Wells

that particular marker.

| AUGUST 2017

ancestors were part of the original colony,

Some only had blank limestone covering the graves with no markings and some were hand-carved with only initials.

members and opt to not have

48 | LANTANA LIVING

beneficiaries to see if they would allow

gravestone about veteran status. They even used a drone to take aerial pictures of the graves so as to not miss anything. There are just under 700 graves on the property as far as they could tell. It took one year, four separate hours long trips to the cemetery and many more hours spent at the computer to compile the list. They took pictures of every veteran’s headstone and documented the location by quadrant, latitude and longitude. He created a book with all of the information and presented one copy to the beneficiaries, one to the Boy Scouts and one to the Flower Mound Public Library.

“The librarian congratulated him on being an author,” laughed his father, Michael Wells, who is also a veteran. “They immediately put it in the reference section.” When asked his favorite part of the project, Chris said it was a funny story. “I was using an example of two people having the same name, having served in two different wars but they had to be catalogued under the same name so I didn’t want it to seem confusing,” he remembered. “Mrs. Calvert smiled and said that I had found the graves of her father and grandfather and that she was very grateful. Seeing how happy she was reminded me of why I did this project.” “It has been a pleasure to provide the beneficiaries of Chinn Chapel Cemetery with the opportunity to have our scouts, and particularly Chris Wells, provide them with an accurate catalogue of the deceased veterans laid to rest there,” said Nick DiSibio, Scoutmaster of Troop 99. “It was a great project and as both the Scoutmaster and a veteran myself, it makes me proud.” AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 49

50 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 51

Family | Edit This

t doesn’t take a whole lot for me to get going with my work day. All I need is a big glass of water, my trusty MacBook

Air, a notepad and pen, and ... oh yeah, my brain (preferably the wide awake

one that’s chock-full of all those great writing ideas).

person on the other line to repeat

1. Noise Canceling Headphones The “noise canceling” or “noise

isolating” part is a stretch depending on your surroundings, but these headphones are a great tool for

minimizing distractions and improving concentration. This is helpful if you do most of your writing in a loud

newsroom, busy coffee house, or in a home office that sometimes doubles as your kids’ play area. I use Beats

by Dr. Dre, but there are many other great brands.

2. Call Recorder

I think anyone who owns a computer needs an external hard drive,

recorders is that I have tons of

especially if you have sensitive

when I’m done. Transcription software,

important files/documents. It’s a

This makes for a more efficient writer.

computer decides to die and you

transcribing to do to my computer

material such as family photos and

such as Dragon, does it all for you.

writer’s worst nightmare when the lose everything.

4. The Chicago Manual of Style and AP Stylebook

THE EDIT THIS BONUS TOOL!!!!!!

published in hardcopy and online

7. Google Calendar

resources for those of us who spend English language. Which one to use

Stylebooks and style manuals,

for easy access, are tremendous

our days trying to figure out the

manage your time as a writer –

especially if you have several projects

going on at the same time – then you

are doing yourself and potential

clients a disservice. My calendar is

on my phone, and I update it every

single day.

depends on you. The Chicago Manual of Style is larger and used by editors,

authors, and publishers of books, etc., while the AP Stylebook is for those

writers and editors in the newspaper and public relations world.

accept an important call. No more

standing in the shower needing to

| AUGUST 2017

6. External Hard Drive

The downside of using digital voice

5. AquaNotes

52 | LANTANA LIVING

I swear by them.

good idea to let them know.

This is a free phone app, and all you do is turn it on before you make or

shower wall and a waterproof pencil.

source for an article, it’s probably a

recorders and/or smartphone call

Check out my 6 favorite essentials. Could any of these help you as a writer?

complete with suction cups for the

you are using it to record a client or

to keep me working efficiently, help block sounds good.

waterproof notepads that come

got the quote right. Obviously, if

3. Transcription Software

distractions, and make sure my writing

smarter than all of us created

what they said, or wondering if you

But like any writer, I have additional tools and resources handy in the old toolbox

write something down. Someone

shorthand note taking, asking the

We’ve all had that moment. We’re

If you are not using a calendar to

by Steve Gamel Edit This 469.360.3611 www.edit-this-npsteve.com

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 53

Family

Guyer Season Preview:

won’t be pushed around

by anyone in 2017 by Steve Gamel

and Grant Mahon.

espite returning just seven

Mahon (6-3, 260) is a move-in from Liberty

starters – two on

Christian. Bhat hauled in

defense – from a team

42 tackles last year, including

that lost in the second round

10 for loss.

a year ago, Guyer looks like that

big brother who can push around every

The size and strength on the

wannabe bully in the Class 6A yard.

The 2017 Wildcats will again feature

defensive line should help offset an

an offense predicated on a run-first

blew a 21-0 lead against Cedar Hill in a

confidence now that they have a bigger

strength, and wasn’t as easy to wear down

pave the way. Adding to that are even

Not being able to overcome upper

mentality, but they are brimming with

23-21 loss. Cedar Hill had more depth and

and more experienced offensive line to

with the game on the line.

more nasty, hard-nosed big men in the defensive trenches.

echelon teams was a common theme all

year for Guyer, which also lost to Allen and eventual state champion, DeSoto. Guyer

“We’ve got some big ol’ boys to carry us. We won’t get pushed around at all,” head coach John Walsh said. This is big news for Guyer, which

appeared to be on its way to another

deep playoff march last season when it 54 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

was outscored 116-45 in those games.

Walsh is hoping this year will be drastically different given their sheer size up front on both sides of the ball. The offensive line features guys like 6-3, 280-pound TCU

commit John Lanz, all-district center Dylan Alexander, and Caleb Gill. Defensively,

6-3, 285-pound Arian Baht should be a

force on the line alongside Isaac Carrillo

all-new secondary. Offensively, Guyer was able to rush for close to 300 yards per game a year ago. Gone are star backs Noah Cain and Myron Mason, but Kaleel Rhoden offers just as much speed and shiftiness. And he won’t be alone. Walsh pointed to four guys who will share the load at running back, including senior Devin Jefferson and sophomore Kaedric Cobbs. Cobbs is a dynamic transfer from Melissa. Quarterback Luke Stillwell should also be better, and will factor heavily into that vaunted run game. Guyer opens its season August 31 on the road against Mansfield Lake Ridge.

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 55

Family | Dentistry

The Benefits of

Invisalign

for Back to School

he school year has arrived, and with it all the joys of backpacks, lunch bags, homework, afterschool

activities, PTA meetings, class party

preparations, early wakeups, and I should probably stop now. Trust me, I know how busy the school year can get, but when you are able to find a way to take off

some of the heat, make sure to jump

on it. One bit of dental advice I have to make life a little easier for teens and

pre-teens is considering Invisalign for orthodontic treatment.

Though Invisalign® is an orthodontic

treatment typically used by adults, teens and pre-teens can greatly benefit from

the treatment when indicated. Invisalign® is a series of trays worn throughout the day that orthodontically move teeth as

they are changed out usually on a weekly basis. The process typically begins with

56 | LANTANA LIVING

| AUGUST 2017

an evaluation to consider if Invisalign®

is the right treatment. Following a series of x-rays, impressions are taken. In our

office, we prefer to use digital impressions for comfort and accuracy. The case is

digitally designed by orienting the teeth as desired, and the final design can be viewed before beginning treatment. So, how is this advantageous for our

students? First, the trays can be removed. This is helpful if your child plays a wind

instrument, like mine, and wants to avoid

braces from hindering performance. Band or orchestra students can even take them out during play. Second, for athletes, Invisalign® helps avoid oral trauma

usually faster than traditional orthodontics, in addition to not having to worry about brackets popping off. This will help limit the amount of time your child misses school or school functions. Compliance is very important when considering Invisalign®. Though it is easier for them to clean their teeth compared to conventional braces, if they do not wear the trays as instructed, then the treatment will not work. I have seen many great results with Invisalign for teens and pre-teens. Ask your dentist if your child is a candidate. Enjoy the school year, and happy smiling!

that occurs from forceful contact while

wearing braces. Also, for students who

are self-conscious, the trays are virtually invisible. Finally, appointment times

are much quicker and treatment time is

by Dr. Matt who is a practicing dentist and owner of Country Lakes Family Dental www.CountryLakesDental.com

BSA Jamboree

Over 40,000 Boy Scouts from all over the world descended on Bechtel Summit in West Virginia for the Boy Scout Jamboree. Troop 4208 from the Longhorn Council represented Texas well and included scouts and leaders from Argyle and Lantana.

AUGUST 2017 | LANTANA LIVING | 57

Family

Guyer Ready for Return to

playoffs by Steve Gamel

ew Guyer volleyball coach

Heather Van Noy paused for a good 20 or 30 seconds while

trying to remember the last time – other than last season – when Guyer missed the playoffs.

waste any time. Van Noy said there are big plans in store for the Lady Wildcats who, despite last year’s struggles, need to be reminded that they were in the third round of the playoffs two seasons ago in

“I want to say 2011,” Van Noy said. “I’m pretty sure that’s right.” Clearly it had been a while, which is why last season was so tough on the Lady Wildcats. Making the playoffs has become the standard at Guyer in recent years, which is why Van Noy insists she will right the ship sooner rather than later. And luckily, she believes she has the right players to make it happen. “These girls never stop playing. I’m constantly opening up our gym just so they can play for an hour,” Van Noy said. “We missed the playoffs last year, but these kids want to win so bad and we’ve got missing pieces that have been filled.” Van Noy has a solid core of returning players back for her first year at the helm, including setter Miles Baker, libero Kate Cowan, Mallory Pittman, Caroline Orozco, Hope Kennedy, and Shea Slusser. Cowan rolled up 690 digs and 15 aces last year to earn libero of the year honors in District 6-6A. It also helps to have a coach like Van Noy pacing the sideline, and anyone who 58 | LANTANA LIVING

knows her will agree that she doesn’t

| AUGUST 2017

The longtime Denton-area coach spent

the first six seasons of her coaching career

as an assistant at Guyer before taking over at Lake Dallas just down the road. She

spent six seasons at Lake Dallas, compiling a 143-91 record while taking her team to

the state’s largest classification. This is a

the third round of the playoffs twice.

program that knows how to win, and Van

“I’m super excited to see how all the work

Noy won’t hesitate to do what she needs to do to make her team successful.

these girls put in during the summer pays off,” Van Noy said.

L Re anta sid na en t

STRESS

MANAGEMENT SKILLS: Important at Every Age

he school year is once again upon us and with this comes a lot of stress, worry, fears, and anxieties with school aged children, adolescents and their parents.

Feeling like there are too many pressures and demands on you? Losing sleep worrying about tests and schoolwork? Eating on the run because your schedule is just too busy? Avoid getting too stressed out by handling everyday pressures and problems, staying calm, asking for help when you need it, and making time to relax.

REMINDER: Flu Vaccine is available Sept.! Schedule an

appointment ASAP!