Lantana Living Magazine October 2020 by Murray Media Group

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020 Medical Experts Issue

WHEN JUST A LITTLE

IS MORE THAN

ENOUGH

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TABLE OF

Contents

ASK THE EXPERTS

42 Gardening with Complete Solutions 45 Travel with Terri Guthrie 50 Organizing with Cloud Nine Organizing 56 Fitness with Jesse James Fit 60 Edit This with Steve Gamel

PHOTOS OF LANTANA 46 Lantana Resident Photos

ARTICLES 08 How to Talk To Your Doctor Without Pulling Out Your Hair 10 Texas Chef Of The Year 14 Track and Field: Guyer’s Brynn Brown Commits To North Carolina 16 Inside Community and Education 18 Foodie Friday DFW: Rusty Beagle 21 8 Halloween Movies You Must See Again 22 Hopeful Hearts 25 Mental Health Services are Important In Denton County 26 Save Your Pumpkin Recipes 29 Lantana Pediatrics: ADHD Online & In-Person School During the Pandemic 31 My New Hobby In A Nutshell 34 I Love My Children, But They Came At A Cost 36 Sheriff’s Corner With Sheriff Tracy Murphree 38 Galactic Gallery Is Out Of This World 41 Who Do I Call? 49 Pumpkin Decorating Without Carving 52 Your Uniqueness Is Never A Weakness 54 The Dirt On Dental Diagnosis 58 Texas Monarch Farm Where Sharing Is Truly Caring www.LantanaLiving.com

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veryone loves a good pun, right? I sure do! This time of the year is my favorite; cooler weather, pumpkins everywhere, the anticipation of neighbors passing out full-sized candy bars, and a good Halloween pun. Just a basic Internet search led me to a few good ones I had to share with you. I hope these Halloween puns don’t drive you batty. Ha! Get it? Want to hear some skeleton puns? They’re very humerus! It’s going to be a great Halloween – I can feel it in my bones! If you’ve got it, haunt it. I have a few vampire puns, but they suck. Ghosts make the best cheerleaders. They have lots of spirit! Pumpkin’ out Halloween puns like it’s nobody’s business! Use these puns with friends and family and see if you get a laugh. With all the seriousness going on these days, smiles are everything. I hope this helps get you in the spirit of this ghoulish holiday.

However Halloween and trick-or-treating looks like this year for you and your family, we would love to see pictures! Pumpkin patch photos and ones of your littles dressed up in their best costumes are always fan favorites.

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We hope you enjoy this issue. And don’t forget to carve out some time for pumpkin decorating! Have a spook-tacular Halloween!

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Medical Experts Article

HOW TO TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR WITHOUT PULLING OUT YOUR HAIR by Contributing Writer

ou go to see a physician because you want to learn about the issues you may be having with your health. The reality is you will only have seconds to say anything about your situation. After this, a physician will have a question, comment, or redirect the conversation. If you wonder if your doctor even hears what you’re saying, you are not alone. Communication This is not everyone’s experience when

they go to see their physician, but it is a common one. There was a recent study

patient’s health. When a person disagrees with what a physician says, they

and not so much about your health history. Both can help and physicians know that

more than 80 percent of proper diagnoses are made by effectively listening to

their patients. A list and notes can help a physician remember what they have

already told you. If you have your story

must respectfully communicate it.

may want to hear about your symptoms

and questions ready, a

Trust must be built and

IN MANY CASES,

communication with their patients. Less

them. There are certain

THERE IS A

these same physicians believe their talks

communicate effectively

DISCONNECT BETWEEN

disconnect between patient and physician

Make Notes

conducted that showed over 74 percent of physicians believe they have satisfactory

maintained between

than 22 percent of patients treated by

things a patient can do to

were adequate. In many cases, there is a

with their physician.

that is difficult to accept. Working Together

It may help if you have

some notes about your

PATIENT AND PHYSICIAN THAT IS DIFFICULT TO ACCEPT.

It is understood that the better a physician

condition before you go

the higher a chance a patient will get

know the questions you want to ask, you

patient must work together to improve the

Patients have to realize that physicians

and a patient can speak to one another,

to your doctor’s appointment. When you

the correct treatment. A physician and

will listen more closely to the answers.

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physician will be ready to listen.

Honest and Accurate On the other side, it’s important to remember your

physician has many

patients who have not told them the whole truth about their

symptoms. This usually

happens when it involves something a

patient doesn’t feel comfortable speaking about. These topics often involve a sexual

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or alcohol and more. It’s important to try and work on developing a relationship with your physician where you are comfortable being

honest and accurate

They often follow various educational models such as rapport, empathy, support, partnership, explanations, cultural

PATIENTS HAVE

about any issue

involving your health.

TO REALIZE THAT

about the best way to

PHYSICIANS MAY WANT

It is important to ask

contact your physician with any follow-up

questions. Feel free

to communicate with

TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR

your physician about

SYMPTOMS AND NOT

the experience you’ve

SO MUCH ABOUT YOUR

Physicians appreciate

HEALTH HISTORY.

your care as well as had in their office.

this type of honest

communication. They believe it helps

them learn more about the care they are providing and how their office is operating.

Physician’s Barriers

competence, as well as trust --which is better known as RESPECT. There is also acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation, as well as thank you -- or AIDET. Some medical experts try

If you are experiencing a communication problem with your physician, you may need to seek ways to correct the situation. You should always work with a physician that makes you feel as if you can trust them. A doctor who makes you believe they are listening to what you have to say about your medical issues. At the end of a visit, you may want to go over with your physician what was discussed and make certain you are both on the same page. This can lead to a better understanding between the two of you and result in more effective communication taking place.

to teach physicians how to effectively communicate with their patients emphasize the Four

Es. This involves engage, enlist, educate, and empathize. This method is used as a way to help patients become active participants in their health care plans.

Try to understand your physician is also facing things that put up a

barrier for them when it comes to effectively communicating. •

Patients being confrontational and

resistant to answering questions by

those who are providing them care. •

They may unintentionally use jargon a

•

It is possible there is a cultural barrier

•

A patient or physician could

patient could misunderstand.

between a physician and their patient. simply have a lack of effective

communication skills. This often

involves not knowing when or how to respond to specific nonverbal cues. •

There could be an avoidance of social

•

All physicians have a fear of

and emotional issues. being sued.

Communication Models Physicians are always trying to learn how

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TEXAS Chef of the Year by Steve Gamel | photo courtesy of Stacey Miller

orris Salerno might need to invest in a bigger trophy case. The longtime Executive Chef and owner of Bistecca steakhouse and Salerno’s restaurant was named Texas Chef of the Year on August 8 by the Texas Chefs Association.

Six previous winners cooked dinner for

member chefs throughout the year,

Country Club.

Chef of the Year has been named every

him and his friends and family at Denton At the end of the night, Salerno was

awarded a giant trophy to commemorate his win.

I love being a Chef,”

Chef Salerno said. “It is such an honor to have been chosen Chef of

the Year and to be the keeper of the trophy

until the next Chef of

the Year is announced

next year! There are so many GREAT chefs in

our state; I am humbled to be among some of the very best!”

including Salerno’s latest honor. A Texas year since 1968.

Canada, Sweden, and Thailand.

And yes, his food is off the charts. Bistecca offers fine dining in the heart of

Highland Village. That includes everything from savory pastas to fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and high-quality steaks. With its

Last year’s winner, Dean Sprague, traveled from Corpus Christi to honor Salerno.

“I LOVE COOKING AND MAKING PEOPLE HAPPY. IF I’M REMEMBERED FOR ANYTHING, IT SHOULD BE THAT I MADE PEOPLE HAPPY AND THAT I HAVE A BIG HEART.”

in France, England, Ireland, Germany,

While this is a huge

honor, being recognized for his culinary skills is nothing new to Chef

Salerno. He began his culinary career in the

1970s at the Fairmont

Hotel in Dallas and later joined the prestigious

Lowes Anatole Hotel in

inviting atmosphere, the restaurant is

regarded as one of the more romantic

restaurants in Denton County. Bistecca is perfect for the local couple who want to

get away and celebrate a special occasion. Salerno’s moved down the street from

Bistecca in 2019 and continues to offer many of the Salerno family classics,

including Carolyn’s Manicotti, Bob & Sue’s Seafood Linguine, and Chuck’s Chicken Mogia, as well as some new innovative menu items created by Chef Morris.

Dallas when he was only

Clearly, this is a mecca of great food

Morris earned “Dallas

customers won’t have to travel far to get

27. In 1989 and 1991,

by one amazing family, and now, loyal

The Texas Chefs Association (TCA) is

Chef of The Year” by the Texas Chef

the best of both worlds — from the Texas

Federation and is comprised of 14

of the Top 10 Young Chefs of Dallas by

“I love cooking and making people

and regions throughout Texas. The

numerous awards with the World Master

a chapter of the American Culinary

Association. He was also selected as one

dynamic chapters operating in cities

The Dallas Times Herald. He has also won

organization proudly recognizes its

Chefs Society Team USA in competitions

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Chef of the Year.

happy,” Morris said. “If I’m remembered for anything, it should be that I made

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TRACK AND FIELD: GUYER’S BRYNN BROWN

COMMITS TO NORTH

C A RO L I NA

by Steve Gamel

uyer senior Brynn Brown is in the news again. Arguably one of the top runners in the country, Brown announced on August 24 that she has committed to North Carolina. The big announcement comes two months after Brown was named the Gatorade Texas Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year. “I didn’t really expect to make a decision this early,” Brown told the Denton RecordChronicle. “I just felt something click. I really felt like that’s where I wanted to be. Why wait? I got the offer and accepted. And here I am now. It’s been an exciting past 48 hours.”

As of press time, Brown was one of three more prep distance runners to choose

Chapel Hill. And many people would say she is the centerpiece. Brown broke the tape in the outdoor 3,200-meter run at

the Coppell Relays

“EVERY ACCOMPLISHMENT IS GREAT, AND I’M SUPER GRATEFUL AND BLESSED.”

Brown’s decision makes perfect sense. The Tar Heels already boast one of the top cross country and track programs in the nation, but coach Chris Miltenberg has been dead set on becoming a national power while also building for the future. Just last year, his strong women’s signing class included Taryn Parks of Greencastle Antrim in Pennsylvania, Sasha Neglia of Dobyns-Bennett in Tennessee, Ava Dobson of St. Joseph’s Catholic School in South Carolina, Sarah Trainor of Franklin D. Roosevelt in New York, and Kelsey Harrington of Virginia High. 14 | LANTANA LIVING | OCTOBER 2020

in 9:58.58 in late February, which

ranked as the fastest girls time in state

history and as the nation’s No. 12

performance of

all-time in the event. She also recorded a time trial of 9:39.38 in the 3,200, which,

had it been official, would have shattered the national record by eight seconds. As a sophomore, Brown won the Class 6A 3,200 title in 10:09.91.

She also won state in the 1,600 with a time of 4:48.37.

Brown’s rise to notoriety hasn’t come without adversity. As a freshman, she

suffered an injury that could have ended

her career much too early. Clearly, she has found a way to overcome those setbacks and is now on track for a huge final push to her high school career. “Brynn is no stranger to adversity. She has endured multiple season-ending injuries, unfortunate falls, and most recently, the loss of an outdoor track season to the pandemic,” Guyer coach Megan Sprabeary told Gatorade after Brown won that award. “However, she has handled it all with dignity and grace. She uses each disappointment as motivation toward her next goal.” Brown agreed, adding that she wouldn’t be the runner she is today without her coaches at Guyer. “Every accomplishment is great, and I’m super grateful and blessed,” Brown told the DRC. “I wouldn’t trade my experiences at Guyer for the world. The coaches are amazing. There is an expectation every day that you’re going to put in the work and get better, not just for yourself, but to build a program, culture, and team.”

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INSIDE COMMUNITY

EMILY HOLDER STARS IN DEAD SILENT HIGH SPEED TRAIN APPROVED The Federal Railroad Administration has approved the high-speed train that promises to transport passengers from Dallas to Houston in 90 minutes. Texas Central Railroad, the company in charge of the project, expects to start construction in the first half of 2021.

INSIDE EDUCATION

Resident Emily Holder will star in an episode of Hulu series, Dead Silent. If you’re a fan of true crime, then you’ll love this series. Emily portrays Jasmine Block, a young girl who was abducted in 2017. The episode airs early November. Let’s support Emily and add her episode to our Hulu Watchlist! photo courtesy of Emily Holder

GUYER PSAT

LIBERTY CHEER OUTREACH Liberty Christian School cheerleaders delivered homemade quilts made and donated by junior, Jackie McGuire’s grandmother, to Rockport Memory Care Center in late September. The blankets are made from plastic bags that are knitted together and given to people in need. What a unique way to serve others! 16 | LANTANA LIVING | OCTOBER 2020

Calling all sophomores and juniors! This is a reminder about the upcoming PSAT given during the school day on Oct. 29th for students enrolled in English II or English III. Come prepared with your mask, pencils, a sack lunch, a water bottle, and a calculator. The test begins promptly at 8:50am. For practice tests, visit www. CollegeReadiness.CollegeBoard.org and click on PSAT and the “practice now” button. Good luck, students! www.LantanaLiving.com

TODDLER TIME AT NINE SPUR RANCH Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays | 11am-12pm | Nine Spur Ranch 216 Pecan Acres Nine Spur Ranch is now offering Toddler Time where kids ages 2-6 will have a chance to meet, feed, and learn about the farm and all of its’ animals. Spots are reserved at $15 for the first child and $10 for each additional sibling. For more information, reach out to owner Shishana Rourke on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/NineSpurRanch. photo courtesy of Brooke Ezzo

AMERICAN PICKERS IN DENTON COUNTY Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz and the team from American Pickers will be filming throughout the state during November and they will be coming to Denton County! This popular series is known for exploring the world of antique “picking.” The team is looking for leads. If you or someone you know has a large collection of hidden treasures, send them your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-OLD-RUST.

HOMEWORK HOTLINE

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS ONLINE Denton ISD fans will have a new option for viewing team sports this fall. Varsity games will be streamed live on NFHS Network. This streaming service allows anyone interested in any Denton ISD high schools to subscribe to the Network for an annual subscription fee of $70. Not only will you have access to most athletic events, but you can also watch high school sports from around the nation. Visit www.NFHSnetwork.com and search, Guyer High School. www.LantanaLiving.com

In partnership with Texas Women’s University and the Univeristy of North Texas, Denton ISD has opened the homework hotline. It is a free service offering over the phone and Zoom homework assistance to students who participate in the Dual Language and English as Second Language programs in grades 3-8. Students can receive support from approved volunteers Monday through Thursday between 4pm-8pm. Students are to call the hotline at 940.369.0466. photo courtesy of Jamie Wilson OCTOBER 2020 | LANTANA LIVING | 17

Rusty BEAGLE

Foodie Friday DFW: Rusty Beagle

by Jay Marks | photos courtesy of Foodie Friday DFW

f you’re looking for a place where “everybody knows your name” and where you can get some of the best wings and burgers in town, then look no further than the Rusty Beagle located off FM 407 on the Lewisville and Highland Village border.

Husband-and-wife team Charles and Jackie Carlock took over running the restaurant in 2015 after Charles’ dad, Rusty, passed away from cancer. The two have continued Charles’ father’s legacy and have created a beautiful environment where everyone feels welcome from the customers to the staff. The Rusty Beagle is, by definition, a sports bar, but it’s also a gathering place for Little

League Teams, a family dinner spot, a Super Bowl party venue, a great place to grab some lunch, and so much more. We did mention that these guys have some of the best wings and burgers in town - in fact, they recently won Best Wings from Best of Denton County 2020! They have a wide range of sauces for their wings ranging from Mild to Asian Sesame to Mango Habanero, and you can order them naked or breaded. Two of their crowd-favorite burgers are the Rajun Cajun made with blackened seasoning, sauteed mushrooms, pepper jack cheese, bacon, and a creole aioli; and their namesake burger - The Rusty - which is topped with tender smoked (in-house) brisket, shredded cheddar cheese, red onion, chipotle BBQ sauce, and two halved bacon-wrapped jalapenos. Yes,

that’s real life. That sucker is about 2 feet tall and it’s delicious. The Rusty Beagle also has some killer sandwiches on their menu like their Triple Stack Clubhouse Sandwich and their Reuben made with house-made corned beef, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing. And, of course, at the center of the Rusty Beagle is their bar which has 24 taps with craft beers that rotate through seasonally, cocktails, whiskeys, wines, freezer shots, and more. They have Happy Hour every day of the week with different daily specials, and on the weekends you can find live music on the patio. All in all, between the food, the environment, the people, and the sports, you’ve got to make the Rusty Beagle your new hangout. You’ll love getting to meet Charles and Jackie and the whole team and you’ve got to try out The Rusty Burger while you’re there!

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HALLOWEEN MOVIES YOU MUST SEE AGAIN by Steve Gamel movie posters photos courtesy of IMDB (https://www.imdb.com/)

alloween is almost here. To get you geared up for the big night, we compiled this list of must-see scary movies that have managed to stand the test of time. Some are the type you’d be OK with having the kids watch while others are cult classics that are definitely on the adult side. Either way, why wait until Halloween when you can grab some popcorn, turn the lights off, and start a chilling movie marathon throughout the month of October?

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SCARY MOVIES FOR THE KIDDOS

SCARY MOVIES FOR ADULTS

Edward Scissorhands A scientist with good intentions creates an animated human being (Edward) but dies before he can finish. This leaves poor Edward with scissors for hands as he tries to live in an average suburban neighborhood. Another mustwatch classic by Tim Burton that is great for the entire family.

Scream (all of them) “What’s your favorite scary movie?” — Ghostface. Say what you want about Scream, but there’s something about this series of four slasher films that are funny, clever, and scary. The films follow Sidney Prescott and her war against murderers who adopt the guise of Ghostface.

Halloweentown If you’re looking for something light for your small kiddos to watch, Halloweentown is a great choice courtesy of the Disney Channel. The series consists of four films that ran between 1998 and 2006.

Bram Stoker’s Dracula Everyone loves a great movie about Count Dracula, and this is perhaps the best one out there. This is a perfect movie to watch on Halloween after the kiddos have finally gone to bed.

Hocus Pocus This is a funny tale starring the hilarious and odd trio of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century. Just like Beetlejuice, word on the street is there’s a sequel brewing.

Poltergeist Another Steven Spielberg flick that became an instant classic. There’s just something about that small, blonde-haired girl that will instantly creep you out for weeks. “This house … is clean.”

Gremlins Never feed a Gremlin after midnight. If you do, they may just take over your entire town. Kids and adults will definitely get a kick out of this 1980s masterpiece directed by the great Steven Spielberg.

Exorcist Out of all the scary movies you could watch this Halloween, this is one you must fit into your movie marathon. The Exorcist (1973) is one of the most profitable horror movies ever made and is based loosely on actual events. OCTOBER 2020 | LANTANA LIVING | 21

Hopeful

HEARTS by Brooke Ezzo | photos courtesy of Amy Holder

ver the summer, Lantana resident Erica Wilson sat down at a local coffee shop with pen and paper and created a children’s book for elementary-aged students. The inspiration came from a comment about the coronavirus on a news program.

One of the news anchors spoke about

how hard it was going to be for children

to go back to school with all of the safety

modeling the behavior of wearing masks,” Erica said. “I thought, ‘I could do that!’” Erica’s book, Hopeful Hearts, follows

the main character, Harper, through her

school day and encourages young readers to stay positive even when things may

“On one of the pages, I wrote about germs from Harper’s perspective,” Erica said. “Harper says, ‘the desks have to be 6-feet apart so the germs can’t dance from desk to desk.’ And, another page says, ‘I didn’t know germs could dance.’” The simplistic themes are easy for the younger students to grasp, but they hold a powerful message. “It’s about listening to other people’s perspectives and considering their

look and feel different.

“I wrote the book from the perspective

of a young student,” Erica said. “It starts

with talking about Harper’s mask and then about her classmates’ masks. I associated each mask with a positive or cool idea to make kids excited about wearing them.

For example, Harper’s mask is centered on hearts. She talks about loyalty, laughter,

happiness, hope, and other basic themes for kids to hold onto during these times.” Throughout the book, Erica touches on precautions put in place, especially wearing masks.

“She mentioned it would be a good idea for someone to write a children’s book

social distancing guidelines, why we wear masks, washing hands, not sharing food,

and the importance of social distancing by writing in a way children could understand.

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feelings,” Erica said. “It promotes staying hopeful, recognizing what other people are going through, and being supportive and considering other’s feelings.” Writing a children’s book requires less embellishments. Kids don’t need as much description. But what they do enjoy are bright, active illustrations. Hopeful Hearts is full of them.

“Since a lot of us have been isolated for so long, the book is intended to help kids look at their circumstances in a new light, learn from the new opportunities, and remain positive.”

“It was a lot of fun to have that creative process of illustrating a book,” Emily said. “I just started doodling around with the manuscript Erica gave me, and it just came to life.” Emily said as a kid it would have been a struggle for her to remember why she needed to keep her mask up, so a book like Hopeful Hearts is a great resource.

Through simple themes, vibrant colors, and creative imagery, students can follow Harper’s journey of learning that masks can be used for positivity instead of being seen as just a reminder of the changes brought on by the virus. “Since a lot of us have been isolated for so long, the book is intended to help kids look at their circumstances in a new light, learn from the new opportunities, and remain positive,” Erica said. “I am happy that the book can be a resource for parents and teachers, and that these young students can have hopeful hearts.”

“It is not only a fun book to read, but it helps children understand what is happening and how it pertains to their own lives,” Emily said.

Erica invited family friend and fellow Lantana resident Emily Holder to create the illustrations for the book. Emily is an incredible artist, and she was thrilled to use her talents toward helping to promote a healthy outlook on the guidelines for the new school year.

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MENTAL HEALTH

SERVICES

ARE IMPORTANT I n

D e n t o n

C o u n t y

struggles due to the risks of contracting

COVID-19. Thankfully, CARES Act funding allowed MHMR to receive funds as part of Operation: Connecting Lives to

purchase iPads to assist in connecting

with the elderly population, especially

those in nursing homes who have been especially isolated.

United Way of Denton County is another organization that has been on the

frontlines serving our residents in many ways including mental health. UWDC leads the Denton County Behavioral

Health Leadership Team, which advocates and facilitates for a collaborative personcentered behavioral health system to repair and restore lives.

Interested residents can attend a

free-8-hour course on adult mental by Denton County Judge Andy Eads photo courtesy of Judge Andy Eads

health first aid to equip them with a

five-step action plan to respond and refer an adult who may be experiencing a mental health crisis.

ctober is National Mental Health Month, which provides the perfect backdrop to stop and assess exactly, “How are you doing?” As stressful as life is normally, COVID-19 has magnified stressors in everyone’s life and pushed the boundaries of our mental health.

Another population in Denton County

Statistically, Americans rank high in the realm of mental health issues. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 26.3 percent of adults 18-25 suffered from a mental health issue in 2018. During 2009-2017, adults 18-25 suffering from major depression increased 63 percent. The senior population (55 and above) in the U.S. is estimated to have 20 percent of the demographic struggling with a variety of mental health issues, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 40 million adults, around 18.1 percent of the U.S. population, suffer with chronic anxiety, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.

The U.S. spent $187.8 billion on mental

Incarceration provides a plethora of

abuse disorders in 2013. An estimated

still being among a constant population.

treatments alone, according to a

this population and keep them healthy.

who has a great need for mental health

assistance is our inmates, juveniles, and the public in crisis situations.

health conditions and substance

restrictions, rules, and even isolation while

$70 billion was spent on depression

Our County recognizes the need to serve

SingleCare report.

Denton County has spent over $1.3 million

These statistics remind us that many of

to provide mental health assistance for

struggling with mental health, suffering

a mental health crisis through the Sheriff’s

the added pressures of life due to the

and the Denton County Public Health’s

our neighbors in Denton County are

our inmates and the public experiencing

in silence at an even deeper level with

Office Mental Health Investigative Unit

ongoing pandemic.

Jail Health Program.

Denton County’s MHMR has reported a

During this month of mental health

elderly population since the onset of the

these initiatives and assist each other

true struggle to remain connected to their

awareness, let’s do our part to continue

pandemic. People are not coming out to

in ensuring mental health services are

seek assistance with their mental health

available to all in need.

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Pumpkin Save Your

Recipes

re you finding yourself failing once again at pumpkin carving? Don’t just throw it away – while you might have intended it to only be a decoration, you can easily turn it into a great dish or a sweet treat. Here are two great recipes that will recycle your sad jack-o-lantern attempt. So ditch the pumpkin spice latte, and get into your kitchen to whip up a bit of fall flavors in your own home (or don’t ditch the latte, we won’t judge).

ROASTED SPICY PUMPKIN AND SQUASH INGREDIENTS

PUMPKIN COOKIE DOUGH INGREDIENTS •

1/2 cup pumpkin pureed in blender

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1/2 cup vanilla flavored protein powder

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1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour

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1 tablespoon of maple syrup

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2 tablespoons of almond butter

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1 tablespoon of almond milk

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dark chocolate chips

2 pounds fresh pumpkin, peeled & seeded

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1 tablespoon salt

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1 teaspoon ground black pepper

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3 whole yellow squash

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1 teaspoon smoked paprika

INSTRUCTIONS

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1 onion

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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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4 tablespoons olive oil

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(optional) sprig of thyme

In a bowl, combine the pumpkin, protein powder, flour and maple syrup. Mix together thoroughly.

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INSTRUCTIONS Pre-heat oven to 200°C or 400°F. Carefully peel and seed the pumpkin. Cut pumpkin and squash into 2” cubes. Cut onion into several wedges. Place pumpkin, squash and onion into a large roasting tray before drizzling olive oil over it. Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika and cayenne pepper over the mixture to ensure everything is properly coated (you can add more or less cayenne depending on your taste and spice level).

In a small sauce pan, melt the nut butter with the maple syrup and add to the pumpkin mixture until fully incorporated. Add almond milk to desired consistency. Leave in fridge for a day or so for best results.

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skillsets. Try to schedule the toughest subjects for them at their peak focus times. Allow breaks throughout the

ADHD

day for exercise and other stress relieving activities. •

impulse control challenges often benefit from specific,

immediate, and bold feedback. For example, saying, “Great job

getting started on your assignment

right on time!” rather than “good job” muttered from the kitchen may have

by Dr. Rebecca Butler (Lantana Resident) Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics

You must decide what style of learning best fits your child. Online learning often requires students to be self-guided in managing their time, motivating themselves to complete assignments and projects in a timely and efficient manner. While some students really struggle with self-guided learning, other students may find fewer distractions at home, making it easier to focus on tasks. Learning from home also gives students a way to develop independence.

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Overall, the AAP advises that students

learn best in-person and encourages schools to reopen if they can do so safely in their communities. But whether your child is in school online or in person this fall, here are some ways to help your child with ADHD manage challenges during the pandemic:

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If your child has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), this plan should continue. An IEP is designed to support a student’s learning needs and must include instructional interventions, supports, accommodations, and modifications. With new teaching methods, some students may need new or different accommodations. Inquire about making changes to the IEP or 504 plans to accommodate the new learning structure if this would be beneficial. Would reading or dictation software help with virtual learning? What about extended time assignments that need parental supervision, which may not be available during school hours? tructure the day with frequent breaks S that can help them use their brains in different ways and build a variety of

focusing on your child’s strengths

and efforts. Kids with attention and

ONLINE & IN-PERSON SCHOOL DURING THE PANDEMIC

hen managing children, adolescents, and teens with ADHD, there is no onesize-fits-all approach. Every individual is unique in regards to the assistance that may benefit them in improving attention span, decreasing impulsivity and hyperactivity, and improving organizational skills. I treat and manage many ADHD patients, and each one of them requires an individual approach.

Use positive reinforcement by

very different effects. •

Students with ADHD may benefit

from going over the material that their teachers already taught.

This can help them remember what they learned. In many cases, having more hands-on supervision and

guidance from parents may help. If you’re working from home, let

them know when you are available

try to give them undivided attention during those times. •

Teachers may be offering virtual office hours or other ways for

students to get more one-on-one

help. Please inquire about available services at your child’s school. •

School systems and teachers have also been taxed trying

to adjust to changed learning

environments. If you feel your

child is not supported well enough

in this new setting, reach out to your

school’s learning specialist, principal, or superintendent to advocate for

your child’s rights. And please seek your pediatrician’s support and direction as needed.

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MY NEW

Hobby IN A Nutshell by Jean Eisenmann | photo courtesy of Jean Eisenmann

have a new hobby. Ever since Covid-19 forced us to become semi-homebound, I’ve had more time to be, well, bored. Yes, I’ve worked remotely, experimented with new recipes, and increased my housecleaning regimen (is my nose growing?). But I’ve lacked having a passion — such intense interest in something that I want to learn everything about it to escape the stresses of pandemic life. Quite by accident, I found it — squirrel watching.

Building, gently picking gnats, ticks, or some such whatnots from their coats. Adorable.

One squirrel, in particular, was my favorite and could be identified by a dark brown ring around his nose and mouth, much

It began innocently enough, with me

believe this critter was a male, and if you

like a COVID-19 face mask. I named

the window at the many varieties of birds

please consult the internet. Anyway, I

surrounded our birdbath and would lie

didn’t disturb the birds as they picked the

like an hour. Then, Corona would bury

idling on the couch one day, staring out

that our feeder and birdbath attract. Over the next several days, I set aside time to observe how

interesting birds are, and how they all

have personalities

akin to their species. Of course, I made sure the intense

daily housecleaning

was completed first.

wonder how I came to that conclusion,

him Corona. He dug up the flowers that

became captivated by his manners, for he

prostrate on the cool soil for what seemed

THE ENSUING WEEKS FOUND MY PASSION FOR THE SQUIRREL WORLD INTENSIFIED. I WORE A LOT OF BROWN.

Then, at 2 p.m. on

ground for dropped seed

some edible treasure reserved for a late-

He waited his turn, and

where his buttocks had been. Tears filled

from the feeder above.

night snack in the very same soil, right

with a nod to the flock as

my eyes.

they flew away, ate the

spoils. What a gentleman! I was hooked.

Bye-bye, birdies. I’ve met a few squirrelly

guys in my time, but this

a Friday, to be exact, it appeared. No, not

four-legged variety quickly became the

bounded into the yard. It was brownish

weeks found my passion for the squirrel

Sasquatch. And not a UFO. A squirrel

rust with big brown eyes and a fluffy tail,

which are very unusual characteristics for a squirrel. Of course, I had seen squirrels

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new object of my affection. The ensuing world intensified. I wore a lot of brown. They had such endearing mannerisms:

holding food with their little hands and

I asked my husband, Van, if we could put together a play area for them with a tiny slide, sandbox, and trampoline. If not,

how about a teeny-tiny bounce house?

Van slept in the guest room that night and called me “Rodent Mom.”

Rodent? Then it dawned on me. My

thoughts traveled back to fifth grade,

where I learned that squirrels were part

of the – gulp – RODENT family. Corona’s cousin could be a field mouse!

menacing claws, hanging upside down as

Let the squirrels live their lives. I’m

feeder like Godzilla on the Empire State

housecleaning regimen before I go nuts.

they wrapped their feet around the bird

getting back to concentrating on my

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homas Little, a family law attorney in Flower Mound, has one of those last names that begs to appear in a “cutesy” headline. So, mission accomplished!

There’s nothing small about Little, unless you want to consider Vann, his eight-year-old son who looks suspiciously like a clone of his dad. Not only does Little confirm the clone theory, he even refers to Vann as “a mini me.” They share not only a physical appearance but also sports (Little coaches), love of travel, and a sincere spirit of adventure. Sadly, they also share the loss of wife/mother, Kelsi, who fell victim to cancer when Vann was only two. For Vann, the loss of his mom is simply a fact of life since he was too young to share his father’s sense of heartbreak. Little’s focus as a teenager was football. He found his way to Texas A&M, where he played football for three seasons while pulling together a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. By then, the thought of becoming an attorney fluttered through Little’s brain. But that’s all it was — a tiny flutter. He had a healthy appetite for experiencing whatever life offered, but that special vista with his “I know what I’m going to do for the rest of my life” niche hadn’t opened yet. With degree in hand, Little worked one legislative session in the Chief Clerk’s Office of the Texas House of Representatives. He next enlisted in the Army and attended Officer Candidate School. He was stationed in Germany and deployed to Kosovo. That was back when he and three good buddies used one of their leaves to travel to Spain where, with no prior planning, they ran with the bulls at Pamplona.

WHEN JUST A LITTLE

IS MORE THAN

ENOUGH by Diane M. Ciarloni | photography by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com)

The four compadres used other three and four-day breaks to scuba dive in the Adriatic, Red, and Bali seas along with the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean.

Denton in 2015. He hung out his private practice shingle two years ago. Now, what does Thomas Little bring to the table as a private practice, family law attorney?

After the Army, Little thought a bit more about the legal arena but, even He brings the total of all those life so, he decided to study for an MBA experiences. He has tremendous in business, again at Texas A&M. He compassion and empathy, learned became a licensed project management through the loss of Kelsi and becoming professional, spending six years traveling the single parent of a two-year-old the world as a consultant. That’s toddler. His clients remark on how a young, adventurous man HIS CLIENTS his ability to truly listen to from Texas happened to work REMARK ON them and to understand. in Saudi Arabia. HIS ABILITY TO He was a pro at listening.... TRULY LISTEN TO to his instructor for jumping It was in those six years THEM AND TO that Little discovered the out of airplanes at the U.S. UNDERSTAND. fluttering thought about Army Airborne School, during becoming an attorney had his training to become a tank blossomed into a full-blown passion. platoon commander in Kosovo, for He threw the brakes on everything else, the pounding hooves of bulls in Pamplona pulled out his GI Bill and, at 37, walked and to the garbled words of a twothrough the doors of St. Mary’s University year-old. of School of Law. He married Kelsi and One client used all the niceties to describe had Vann before taking his bar exam. As Little but added, “He can also be a shark!” a matter of fact, he was studying between He no doubt learned shark tactics in his trips to and from chemotherapy sessions. Saudi Arabia dealings and in his other Little passed the bar and began practicing business consulting across the globe. at Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, LLP, in The scuba diving, running with bulls,

and celebrating Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, all taught Little to use his spirit of adventure to think outside the typical box. As a family law attorney, Little deals with a long list of sensitive issues. Divorce. Child custody. Property division. Wills and probate. Spousal support. Mediation. Powers of Attorney. Even adoption. All these are vital, familyrelated, life-changing situations. Little and paralegal, Sharron Dowdle, are acutely aware of the landmines. “It’s critical that we use a strong moral compass that includes respect and integrity if we intend to earn the best outcome for our clients,” says Little. “That’s why everything we do must be client-focused. Almost everything we deal with is sensitive and delicate, sometimes unpleasant and emotionally charged. That’s why we’re so persistent about making every effort to take the high road.” Respect, integrity and client focus are three of Little Family Law’s most important building blocks. You can be sure of that and, also: When the client speaks, Little listens.

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I love my children,

BUT THEY CAME

AT A COST by J. Drew Sanderson, MD | photos courtesy of Flower Mound Plastic surgery & Aesthetics Spa

marks last month, I recommend checking

When discussing recovery, I tell patients

that it is a rough first week and then every

day in your second week you will begin to feel increasingly better. Most patients are back driving and running short errands

in their second week after surgery. I try to

get patients to take two weeks off of work simply because most people do not feel

like getting back into the daily grind after only a week. A gradual return to exercise

begins at three weeks with walking. Many

of my patients will begin walking up to five mile distances in the third week following

The best long-lasting results occur when

people get motivated at week six and hit BEFORE

the gym.

I am frequently asked, “How long do I have to wait after giving birth to

changes nearly as much as her abdomen

have a tummy-tuck?” First, you want to

during childbirth. The rapid increase stretches the abdominal skin past its

skin removal.

six, you may resume all typical workouts.

it out. No part of a woman’s anatomy

in size over a nine-month period often

hides below your bikini line following the

the procedure. At postoperative week

s promised, today I am going to review the process of restoring a woman’s body after childbirth.

If you did not read my article on stretch

abdomen. You will have a scar that easily

AFTER

make sure you are done having children. While getting pregnant after having a

elastic ability to return to the original

tummy tuck is not unsafe, it will ruin your

most women a month or two after giving

must wait after birth is six months to

beautiful results. The minimum one

shape. This fact becomes obvious to

birth. However, what may be a little less obvious is the fact that the muscles and

BEFORE

have a tummy tuck. Other factors come into play based on each individual’s

fascia (thick sheet of connective tissue)

circumstances, but six months is

way, likely the destroying the six-pack

Finally, I occasionally get asked,

the minimum.

under your skin gets stretched the same you may have proudly displayed at the

beach in your youth. With the weakened abdominal muscles, the distance from

your belly button to your spine becomes longer. There are certainly differences in

the way each person’s abdomen appears after pregnancy, but some “snap back” more than others.

Should you have excess skin, stretch

marks, or a weakened abdomen after

AFTER pregnancy, there are some great options that can fix this; such as an abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck). During an abdominoplasty surgery, your surgeon will remove all of the excess skin on your lower abdomen and re-tighten your abdominal muscles which can dramatically change the appearance of your lower

“Do I need this?” My answer is always that nobody “needs” what I do, but if

your abdomen bothers you, we can make safely make it better. Many of my patients have said that when they look their best, they feel their best! Please understand, childbirth is a miracle and a beautiful thing; I am humbled by the women I am fortunate enough to work with daily in restoring their bodies.

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SHERIFF’S W I T H

S H E R I F F

T R A C Y

Intern to Captain DENTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE SPOTLIGHTS CAPTAIN KELLY FAIR

aptain Fair began her career at the Denton County Sheriff's Office as an Intern in 2005, where she shadowed Forensics and Patrol. In April 2006, she was hired full-time as a Detention Officer. She was hired in Patrol later that same year, where she worked various shifts as a Deputy Sheriff. In 2009, she was promoted to Patrol Corporal. In 2011, she moved into the Administrative Patrol Corporal position, where she assisted patrol shifts with supervisory duties, managed the Patrol Field Training Program, testified in grand jury hearings, and continued as the liaison to the water district and contract deputy positions. In August 2013, she was promoted to Sergeant of the Criminal Investigations Division assigned to Forensics, and in 2016 promoted to Criminal Investigations Lieutenant. In March 2017, she was appointed to Support Services Captain. Captain Fair currently oversees the Support Services Division, which encompasses the Professional Standards Unit, Quartermaster, Radio Services, Training, and Technical Services.

M U R P H R E E

WE ARE

HIRING

If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, join our family and be a part of a great organization. Detention Officer I positions start at $38,752.00 per year. Visit our website to apply. www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/dentoncounty

“As a Texas Ranger in Denton County, I was introduced to Kelly Fair, a new

intern for the Denton County Sheriff’s Office. It was apparent from the start

that Kelly had a thirst for knowledge and an outstanding work ethic. Kelly was a

“go getter” and learned very fast. I then watched as Kelly worked her way up

Captain Fair completed the Peace Officer Academy in August 2005. Later that same year, she graduated with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Texas Woman’s University while interning with the Denton County Sheriff’s Office. In December 2012, Captain Fair earned her Masters of Business Administration Degree while working as a Patrol Corporal for DCSO. While working as Forensics Sergeant in August 2014, she completed the

University of North Texas Forensics Science Academy. Captain Fair currently holds an Intermediate Jailers license and a Master Peace Officer license. Captain Fair was awarded DCSO Officer of the Year in 2012 and 2017. She has also received the Academic Recognition award from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. Captain Fair’s son, David, is currently an SPC serving in the United States Army in Ft. Hood. She resides in Denton County with her partner Joel.

in the organization and did a great job at each level with professionalism and

integrity. After being elected Sheriff, an opening for Captain became available. It was my honor to appoint Kelly to the

rank of Captain. Kelly has continued to

be the professional she has always been

and serves the people of Denton County with ethical integrity-driven leadership. I’m very proud of Kelly and her

accomplishments and it is an honor to

serve with her.” –Sheriff Tracy Murphree.

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GALACTIC GALLERY

IS OUT OF THIS

WORLD by Brooke Ezzo | photo courtesy of Ben Stevens

omewhere between a galaxy far far away and Diagon Alley, you’ll find a popculture art gallery that is bringing some of the most iconic movie moments to life. Whether you want to travel Back to the Future or get advice from a lifelike Yoda statue, Galactic Gallery in Flower Mound is a destination spot for all pop art fanatics. “It’s not your grandmother’s art gallery,” owner Ben Stevens said. “Think Batman, The Muppets, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and science fiction.” The Copper Canyon resident has accrued an incredible collection of memorabilia

and rare finds over his 20 years as owner and operator of the ultimate comic book convention, the Dallas Comic Con. The fan expo is a playground for comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and is a hub for celebrity sightings. Stevens was first introduced to the fascinating world of comics at a young age, going to his first convention in the late 1970s with his father, who was a collector of many things including Disney comics from the 1940s.

By the time he sold in 2014, the Dallas Comic-Con had become a major event, hosting nearly 50,000 attendees from all over the world each year. In his post-convention life, Stevens started collecting pop culture art more seriously. That turned into a desire to build a gallery. The custom built 5,000-squarefoot building opened in September and houses hundreds of original movie posters, book covers, promotional paintings, animation cells, reproductions, and vintage sci-fi movie posters from the 1940s and 1950s.

“After being laid off from my tech job in 1994, I took that opportunity to start my own Dallas convention, which drew in a few hundred guests.”

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“It’s really an extension of the things I enjoyed collecting at my own comic cons,” Stevens said. “Right now, 90 percent of the space is dedicated to Drew Struzan — an artist

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friendship began. At first, Drew passed on the idea because he did not understand why fans would want his signature. But Stevens persisted.

that few know who he is, but most have seen his work.” Drew Struzan, a man George Lucas dubbed as “the only collectible artist since World War II,” is responsible for some of the most recognizable movie posters for classic films as such as “Hook,” “Star Wars,” “The Shawshank Redemption,” “Indiana Jones,” “The Muppets,” and dozens more. “He literally painted most of the films I enjoyed growing up,” Stevens said. “It is an amazing thing to share. Building this gallery to show the world his work is my effort to seal Drew’s legacy as one of the great artists of my generation.” Stevens said the desire to bring Drew to his comic conventions as a guest for fans to meet and get his autograph is how their

“I visited Drew in Pasadena, California and purchased an original Indiana Jones painting that was used for the movie poster,”

“How exciting it was as I look back to those visits,” Stevens said. “Our friendship grew, and I eventually got Drew to do a few Comic Cons all over North America. Fans loved meeting him, and he enjoyed seeing their faces light up while they endlessly told him how much this or that poster art meant to them. It was the same feeling I had.” The Galactic Gallery is currently open as “by appointment only,” but Stevens suggested the future may include open house days, special events, and celebrity signings.

“I visited Drew in Pasadena, California

and purchased an original Indiana Jones painting that was used for the movie poster,” Stevens said. “Thousands, maybe tens of thousands of posters are printed, but there is only one original painting.” After the initial visit and multiple dinners, the friendship between artist and fan was formed and continues today.

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WHO DO I CALL? information provided by Community Lifestyle Director Ashtin Slovak

antana is a unique community in that it does not rest inside the corporate limits of a municipality. Lantana is located in unincorporated Denton County. To provide some of the services that a municipality normally provides, Fresh Water Supply Districts 6 & 7 were created. This can be confusing sometimes for the residents of Lantana on which entity they should contact for a particular service or concern. Below is a small list to clarify who you can call for specific services.

LANTANA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

940.728.1660 | www.lantanalive.com After Hours emergency Line: 214.373.2412

FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT

940.728.5050 | www.lantanatx.org •

Trash Collection

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Water Bill

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Perimeter Stone & Brick Walls

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Right of Ways Along (Lantana Trail, Rayzor Rd., Branch Crossing, Stacee Ln.)

DENTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Emergency: 9.1.1 Non-Emergency: 940.349.1600 •

Traffic Concerns (Speeding, Reckless Driving)

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Crime Stoppers

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Animal Control

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Jail Information

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Association Common Areas:

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North Amenity Center & North Pond

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South Amenity Center & Town Green

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Tennis Courts

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Mesquite Park Pool & Playground

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Building Permits

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Jail Records

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Hickory Park Pool & Playground

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Block Party Permits

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Warrants

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Oak Park Pool & Playground

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Streets

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Architectural Review Committee Submittals (For All Exterior Modifications)

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Sidewalks (With more than 1 inch vertical movement)

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Street Regulatory Signs

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Neighborhood Parks

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Hike & Bike Trails

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Community Events

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Front Yard Maintenance

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Vector Security

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Grande Communications Basic Cable (In Select Neighborhoods)

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Barking Dogs (You will need to be able to provide address)

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Monument entry Sign Lights

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Street Light Outages

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

FALL HAS ARRIVED by PJ Kratohvil, Owner of Complete Solutions

towards a shredded mulch vs. bark

hese cooler night time temps allow for a great start to the day if you’re out and about in the mornings! It’s a very exiting time of year to be in the business as everyone is getting “Fall Fever” Patio business is in FULL SWING & Landscape Teams have plenty to do!

or large cut. It will hold the best,

not float, and as it breaks down to

offer a great weed / moisture barrier (ensure the mulch is kept below

October is one of the most critical months when it comes to the exterior and landscape maintenance around your home. Here are a few things to contract out or add to your “To-do” list over the next few weeks: EXTERIOR: •

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Ensure windows and doors are properly sealed. Restricting unwanted airflow will keep things comfortable inside and help reduce any unwanted guests. All exposed wood surfaces are painted or sealed to ensure as the cold weather and rain moves in and out, things are protected and less effected by weather.

Check out your roof to make sure no shingles have come off during our last round of summer storms and that the gutters are clean and free of debris.

the brick line so you don’t chance having rainwater get in the weep holes during a rain event). •

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Cutback and prune this year’s growth. This will not only help to keep your beds organized but also promote new growth come spring. Remove, cultivate, fertilize and add new 2” layer of mulch. We lean

plant larger shrubs and trees.

Allowing them to start rooting over

the winter months will make the heat of summer a lot less hazardous to

LANDSCAPES: •

Oct. thru Dec. is a great time to

their health. •

Go ahead as things cool off and cut back on the irrigation. Watering a

couple of times a week and ensuring your rain sensor is operating

effectively should be sufficient and help your monthly spending.

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TEXAS

Travel: Ask The Expert

Back R ad TRIP! by Terri Guthrie

here’s no better time to take a little road trip down some scenic back roads. Get off the busy interstate and meander to Granbury. As you go south, you’ll be entering the Texas Hill Country.

We’ve taken this road trip many times and always discover something interesting and exciting!

- it’s legendary for fabulous musicals since 1886.

Granbury

This is a charming place with nice shopping and great restaurants. Granbury has one of the best town squares in the state and is crowned by a beautiful historical courthouse. They even have horse-drawn carriage rides around town. Be sure to see the Granbury Opera House

home cooking and blue plate specials. Then work it off at Siloville, a converted grain silo turned climbing gym.

Marble Falls

This quaint town has several awardwinning wineries. But our favorite stop is at the famous Bluebonnet Café. They make amazing pies with mile high meringue. It’s one of the most famous pie joints in Texas! Texas charm definitely radiates throughout the streets of each of these little Texas towns!

Hico

This is a real Wild West town and even has a Billy the Kid Museum and Festival. The Koffee Kup is a family restaurant and is a Texas landmark known for its delicious

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PUMPKIN

without Carving

all is just around the corner and as you may have recently noticed during your most recent grocery shopping trip, pumpkins have returned once more. Soon it’ll be time to decorate your home with jack-o-lanterns and autumn decor however you may encounter an issue. You have no skills at carving a pumpkin. What makes it worse is that all the pumpkin carving kits have horribly flimsy tools that bend easily and barely make a dent in even the softest pumpkins. What’s worse is having to reach in and scoop out all the slimy seeds and try your best not to get it everywhere. After all that. . . the pumpkin lasts maybe a few days before turning green in the warm humid weather. Luckily we have several alternatives that are not only easy but also free of pumpkin guts. Since they do not require damaging the pumpkin, it’ll ensure that they last much longer than your standard jack-o-lantern. There are several options to choose from to suit your skill level and talent so you won’t be stuck with a failed pumpkin (we’re lookin at you Pinterest). So take a look then head over to your local craft store.

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

2 pumpkins & 1 can of gold spray paint

1 pumpkin & 1 - 50 yard stool of straw ribbon (raffia)

1 pumpkin, paint brushes, black paint & pencil.

Wipe the pumpkin down with soap and

Start by choosing a pumpkin with a stem.

water to get off any oil and dirt. Once it’s

Tie the end of the ribbon around the

dry set it outside on paper or anything you

stem to anchor it. Use the grooves of the

don’t mind turning gold. Shake the can for

pumpkin to guide you, they will also help

a minute to ensure you get even coverage

keep the ribbon from slipping. Use the

before spraying a thin even coat around

stem to wrap the ribbon around it before

the pumpkin. Wait 20 minutes then apply

moving on to a different groove (hot glue

another coat then repeat 2 more times. Let

also does the trick). Once done secure it with a

dry for a day and viola! One can should be

knot and make a bow from the ribbon to

enough for 2 pumpkins.

place on top.

Draw small jack-o-lanterns around the pumpkin with the pencil. With a smaller paint brush paint the edges of the pumpkins first along with the face. Once all of them have been completed, finish painting the rest of the pumpkin black. You may need 2-3 coats to ensure the pumpkin is fully covered. The end result will be a black pumpkin with cute mini pumpkins revealing the natural orange underneath.

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Ask The Expert: Organizing

the time and not being consistent with where you keep things confuses and frustrates everyone.

Next, a Family Command Center should be fairly simple, visually speaking. If you

have too many notes, agendas, calendars, and to-do listed posted all over the place, you may create information overload and add to the chaos.

Finally, tailor your command center

to fit the current needs of your family.

The Center of Everything

Remember to update the information as

it changes. Here are a few ideas for what

you could add to your command center: •

A family calendar with

•

Baskets for each family

As your children grow, they start school, develop new interests, and become involved in extracurricular activities. All of these things are fun but can take some adjustment. You may need to start coordinating carpool schedules, preparing school lunches, and keeping track of homework. How do you keep it all straight without losing your mind? As your children enter high school and college years, they are almost fully grown. On top of that, they have developed agendas of their own — agendas independent of your agendas. This can be freeing for both of you, but you still need to be in the loop about the big events. How do you effectively keep track of your grown children’s schedules without being invasive?

Maybe you and/or your spouse have a heavy workload, so you don’t get to see each other as often as you would like. How do you coordinate your schedules so you can meet in the middle more often? You can use one of my favorite organizing tools to stay on top of it all: A Family Command Center. This is simply an area, in your home, designated to hold everyone’s schedules, important dates, and frequently used household information.

member’s current projects/ school papers/misc.

by Crystal Nerpel, Owner of Cloud Nine Organizing

very stage of a family’s lifecycle brings with it special scheduling challenges. Keeping up with the busy lives of all family members can be a bit overwhelming if you don’t have the right tools in place.

everyone’s schedules

•

Shopping lists

•

School lunch calendars or school

•

A dry erase board for

•

Household binder with important

lunch ideas

special reminders

information such as contact

numbers, school information, pet/house sitter info, etc. •

An extra set of keys

•

A secret stash of emergency cash

•

Adding a family motto to your command center is another

Here is how I suggest creating a simple Family Command Center to calm the chaos.

fun idea. Print up your favorite

First, select a centralized location where everyone will know to look for important information, such as the kitchen or den. Once you’ve chosen the location, stick to that spot. Moving stuff around all

each other.

inspirational quote or create your own family motto as a reminder

of why you want to keep up with Visit CloudNIneOrganizing.com/

Free-Stuff for more of Crystal’s favorite organizing tools.

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Your Uniqueness

IS NEVER A Weakness by Diane M. Ciarloni

photos of Haleigh by Sheldon Smith and photo of Haleigh with Christian Liberty School cheerleader courtesy of the Hurst Family

aleigh Ryan Hurst, a 17-year-old senior at Liberty Christian School in Denton, is familiar with challenges. She lives in a small town between Denton and Decatur. Actually, it’s a very small town. But its geographical limitations do nothing to restrict Haleigh’s dreams, which are big. Actually, they are VERY big. Haleigh is beautiful, talented, smart, crowned the winner of multiple beauty pageants, and out-going with a full circle of friends. Life sounds idyllic for her, but that wasn’t always the case. She was bullied and taunted in school about her teeth that “bucked” over her bottom lip. Braces pulled them back into perfect alignment, but that did nothing for her severe speech impediment. She could not master the pronunciation of the letter “r” and, on top of that, she suffered a lisp that made her speech sound something like the babble of a pre-schooler.

“I was different, and kids don’t know how to deal with different,” says Haleigh. “But I was really different! I was 5’10” in the sixth grade and wore a size 10 sneaker in the fourth grade. My hair was curly, and I was unbelievably clumsy. And don’t forget the speech impediment.” Haleigh hated her differences. She was called names, made fun of and, sometimes, things even became physical, such as the instances when she was shoved into lockers. She couldn’t help but wonder why God made her so different and allowed her to feel so worthless.

She was called names, made fun of and, sometimes, things even became physical...

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The unpleasantness was overwhelming at times. But something inside Haleigh continued dreaming.

Haleigh’s parents bought 90 acres of land along with some horses. This would make most kids think they’d been transported to heaven, but Haleigh and her older brother....well....they just weren’t interested in the horse world. Instead, Haleigh, the tall, clumsy kid with the lisp, had turned her head toward beauty pageants. How? Why? www.LantanaLiving.com

“I don’t know,” sighs Sara, Haleigh’s

mother. “I hate to say this, but I think she may have watched Tots and Tiaras on television. I refer to that as a “bling” pageant, and we weren’t going to

allow that. I thought if I let her be in one pageant, it would be enough, and she’d move on to something else. I was wrong.”

Haleigh began competing in what are called “natural” pageants, no

make-up allowed until 13. A judge

spoke with her after one pageant and said the only thing he found “wrong”

“Do not give someone power over your life,” she says. “Stand up! Use your voice to impact those around you! Use your words to spread encouragement. Your differences should never be a weakness.”

with her was her inability to communicate easily because of her speech problem. She told her mom and dad that she wanted to fix it.

The speech therapist they visited told them it would require two years to correct Haleigh’s speech patterns.

Haleigh did it in six months. Today, there is no trace of that problem.

Life moved on for Haleigh. Dance and

cheerleading became two more passions, eventually becoming captain of her

cheering team. Volunteering at Christian charities was another. She also added

working with children to the list, along with writing. She’s never forgotten the

harsh, hurtful words thrown at her during the days of bullying. There were no

books, then or now, that gave her hope,

so she sat down and wrote and published her own, titled Shine Your Light. Don’t

tell Haleigh “words will never hurt you”

because she knows they do hurt – badly. That’s why she decided to use words for good and for healing.

Haleigh is a member of seven clubs at school, is president of her class, and

makes straight A’s. She doesn’t date a

great deal because, really, there just isn’t

time. She believes strongly that pageants, which she began at the age of nine,

helped make her a stronger, better, more confident person. The competitions have

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not she won. Sometimes, she left without a crown. Haleigh’s most recent pageant accomplishment is the Miss High School America Pageant, a national event she qualified for by winning her state title. She competed against girls from every state and territory in the United States. Her pageant success allows Haleigh to engage in public speaking at schools and various organizations. In turn, it provides her a pulpit for spreading her antibullying message. “Do not give someone power over your life,” she says. “Stand up! Use your voice to impact those around you! Use your words to spread encouragement. Your differences should never be a weakness.” OCTOBER 2020 | LANTANA LIVING | 53

The Dirt On

Dental Diagnosis by Dr. Matt Artho who is a proud resident of Argyle and his kids attend all four schools in the district.

once came across a t-shirt that defined a dentist in the following way: “Dentist – noun. Someone who solves a problem you didn’t know you had in a way you don’t understand. See also wizard, magician.” Even as dentists, this feels peculiarly accurate as we attempt in a 10-minute consultation to dissect more than four years of dental education. The reality is, educating patients on the methods of diagnosis is not only possible but creates assurance in your dentist and better oral health habits for yourself.

if a “sticky” spot is observed with a

Let’s begin with explaining the diagnosis of the common cavity. Decay manifests itself when oral bacteria break down tooth structure with acidic bi-products. The use of dental x-rays helps visualize decay between teeth where bacteria harbor at the point of contact. Depending on the size of decay, it is typically a dark gray area on the radiograph that, when contained in the outer white enamel, can be slowed or halted with fluoride. But when exposed to the softer dentin, will require treatment to remove. Decay on the biting surfaces is usually diagnosed by determining

depths. Often this can be visualized on

dental instrument. Intraoral cameras are often utilized to help patients visualize these areas. Small areas of decay are

treated with fillings, but large areas that

compromise tooth and/or pulp integrity

may require more extensive treatment like a crown and/or root canal.

Periodontal disease is typically diagnosed using measurements between the tooth and tissue that indicate areas where bacteria have caused the tissue to

disconnect from the tooth at established x-rays where plaque can be seen beneath the gum. Gum bleeding indicates active inflammation in these areas, and this

inflammation leads to bone loss over a long period of time also visualized on an x-ray.

Be aware that treatment following

diagnosis is dependent on the philosophy of your dentist. Make a point to have

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your dentist explain your treatment

options and the reasoning behind them.

This will help ensure a healthy relationship between you and your dentist.

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Ask The Expert: Fitness

WORKING OUT

WITH CONSISTENCY by Jesse J. Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit & Outlaw Fitcamp

o accomplish your fitness goals, consistency is arguably one of the most important components. Making a commitment to a regular workout routine increases your fitness level, improves your overall health, and offers a greater sense of mental well-being. But what are the tricks to staying consistent? Step One: Create a Workout Plan. Committing to a fitness plan, regardless of your goals, means mapping out and physically writing (or typing!) an actual plan. Whether it’s for a single activity or a series of activities, they are a written commitment to put your fitness goals into action. Without a long-term physical plan in place, there’s often a drop-off in enthusiasm and action. Programs keep you on track. You won’t have to think about what you’re going to do that day – it’s already written out. Depending on what your end goals are, each program or part of your program can have a different focus – endurance, strength, cardio, etc. Be realistic. Each day should be designed with your goals in mind – follow your plan consistently!

Step Two: Adapt.

•

Cardiac muscle hypertrophy

If you have a program and don’t follow it, your body can’t adapt because there isn’t an opportunity for progressive overload (we want this!), which is when the amount of stress on your body is gradually increased over time, leading to increased strength and performance.

•

Increased force production

A lot of things happen inside of your body during exercise. Over time, your body changes, becoming stronger, growing, or running more efficiently. Different factors affect adaptations in everyone, and there’s no way to know when changes will occur. However, being consistent with training will increase the likelihood of seeing adaptations sooner! Check out this report “Physiologic Responses and Long-Term Adaptations to Exercise” from the CDC for more examples, including: •

Improved ability of muscles to use fat as energy

•

Stronger ligaments and tendons

•

Increased VO2 max and lactate threshold

•

Increased number of capillaries in muscles

Step Three: Create Habits. We’re all creatures of habit. The more we practice, the more natural it becomes. Think about babies learning to walk, or when we learned to drive – it’s the same with exercise. It’s completely normal to feel out of your element if you’re trying a workout, fitness regime, class, etc., for the first time. But the more you do it – the more comfortable you’ll feel. Research suggests that to make something a “habit,” it needs to be performed for 68 consecutive days. The idea of sticking with something for 68 days can feel overwhelming. Focus on taking it day to day. Once you’re comfortable with one small change, add another, and then another. Outlaw FitCamp CAN and WILL help – on all fronts. We’re here to help you create a plan. We’ll help you gradually adapt to exercise and work with you on the consistency to help you reach your goals. Walk in to one of our Outlaw FitCamp locations. Take our “Find your Fit” quiz at OutlawFitcamp.com. Become an Outlaw family member today!

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TEXAS

Monarch Farm W H E R E S H A R I N G I S T R U LY C A R I N G by Diane Ciarloni | photos courtesy of Texas Monarch Farm

ick Shah insists that he’s never seen a child “leave here without a smile on his face.” The “here” he’s referencing is a 5-acre private farm in the heart of Flower Mound, owned by himself and his wife, Puja.

The Shahs are originally from India, and they have two daughters, Naomi who is 15 and Nirali who is 12.

I’m a realtor, and it was easy for me to

The Shahs could see the American dream in front of them, but it took them a while to decide how they wanted to latch onto it. They worked hard and, seven years ago, vistas of that dream began opening. They decided to sell their house when the girls were eight and five.

One day, Nick saw five acres available in

Now what?

a horse, so we’re

“We didn’t want to go out and just buy a big house,” says Nick. “What would that do for us? Just spend our time cleaning it. The girls wanted a horse, and we really wanted to establish something for them.

a farm and let them

“We found a place, but the deal fell through. We moved forward again.

keep track of property as it came on the market.”

Flower Mound. Both he and Puja liked the area and felt

they had roots there. “Okay, we said. This is it. The girls want

going to give them grow up at least

a little old school.

They could learn all the things kids, and most adults, aren’t

what they were doing?

A couple of horses arrived at the minifarm. Goats and chickens showed up. Dogs. Various

“They could learn all the things kids, and most adults, aren’t even exposed to today – how food is grown, how animals are born, how it feels to be with greenery and wildlife every day.”

even exposed to today – how food is

grown, how animals are born, how it feels to be with greenery and wildlife every

day.” Some of the things they learn are on the edge of shocking. For instance,

did you know a hen can produce eggs

without the help of a rooster? Quite a lot of eggs, actually.

structures began

dotting the compact acreage. Open-air paddocks. Stalls. Housing for the

chickens, where

the ladies could

lay their eggs with no meddling from

noisy roosters. It was beginning to look

more and more like

a farm — hobby farm,

technically speaking.

Nirali and Naomi grew with the farm. There were no haphazard choices when putting together Monarch Farm which,

essentially, is a goat dairy farm. The Shahs’ chosen breed is the high-volume milk-

producing American Lamancha. First bred

There were plenty of friends and

by Eula Fay Frey in 1927, it’s a formally

may have wandered off track when they

from humans.

associates who wondered if the Shahs

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heard their plan. Did they honestly realize

recognized breed that loves attention

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“We breed the goats to sell,” says Puja Shah. “Every spring, our goat population goes from around 15 to 40, including the babies. We sell them to other farms who market and sell the products, such as milk and cheese. “The baby goats are so much fun. Because we’re small and not commercial, there’s plenty of room for us to become emotionally involved with our animals. That was our objective from the beginning.”

“One day, they asked if they could invite their teachers, along with their children, to spend the day at the farm. We agreed, and it was amazing.”

Today, Nirali and Naomi’s animal husbandry skills have grown to a level of proficiency that allows them to administer shots and other medications to the animals when needed, to breed the goats, and to help deliver babies when necessary. The goats need protection from marauding coyotes. That job goes to two fearless Turkish breeds; the Akbash

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and the Kangal. Both breeds are very large, calm, loyal, and protective. They bond well with humans and animals. The Akbash, also known as the “Wolf Killer,” is the National Dog of Turkey. The Kangal is also known as the Anatolian Shepherd. In addition to their other qualities, the Shahs chose the Turkish breeds because they felt they were the best suited to Texas’ climate. There are also populations of bees and chickens at Monarch.

Sharing farm experiences actually came about unexpectedly, ushered in by COVID-19. “Our daughters like to give their teachers a little gift at the end of the school year,” explains Nick. “Everything was different

this year, and they weren’t even in school. One day, they asked if they could invite their teachers, along with their children, to spend the day at the farm. We agreed, and it was amazing.” Dogs and chickens were petted and fed. Goats were milked, and eggs were gathered. Kids, and their parents, learned about the life cycles of eggs and chickens and how there can be eggs with no roosters. Three or four little boys and girls at a time were lifted onto the broad backs of gentle horses. The concrete sidewalks were left behind, while parents and children walked on dirt trails and paddled through shallow streams. It was like a mini National Geographic-sponsored tour. The parents marveled at how much they and the children learned. By the end of the day, they were so enthused that they encouraged the Shahs to think about having regularly scheduled tour days for the public. The Shahs’ answer? They’ll take it into consideration. Stay tuned.

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Ask The Expert: Edit This

IS IT WRONG TO START A SENTENCE

WITH AND OR BUT? by Steve Gamel, Owner of Edit This

s far back as I can remember, I was told that it’s wrong to start a sentence with and or but. In fact, I was told don’t start a sentence with any coordinating conjunction, including or, for, nor, yet, or so. The funny thing is that I was never given a good reason why. Usually, the response was something like, “It’s grammatically incorrect.”

be careful that you don’t end up creating a

Says who? Where does it say this?

BUT if the situation calls for it, why not?

I’ll tell you where – nowhere.

Starting a sentence with a coordinating

As your friendly, neighborhood writer and editor at Edit This®, I’m here to tell you that it is perfectly acceptable to start a sentence with and or but. Just like anything else, you never want to overuse the privilege, which is probably why some uptight teacher way back when made this rule up in the first place. You also want to

sentence fragment (incomplete sentence).

conjunction has benefits.

• Your writing is easier to read. • You can break up long sentences. • You achieve a certain style or tone. • Your writing becomes more impactful. Here are a few examples of starting a sentence with and or but, and other conjunctions.

EXAMPLE 1

Can I start a sentence with a conjunction? And can you read this when I’m done? EXAMPLE 2

Mike wasn’t feeling well. Yet, he still got on the Zoom call. EXAMPLE 3

John could take the trash out and empty the dishwasher for his wife. Or, he could

do both of those things and also take her out for a nice dinner. EXAMPLE 4

Alicia turned in her math test first. But she forgot to put her name on it. EXAMPLE 5

It’s natural to get frustrated, show emotion, and feel the need to protect yourself

during this difficult period. But as long as

both sides are constantly fighting, the case will drag on.

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Lantana Living Magazine October 2020

Articles inside

Texas Monarch Farm Where

The Dirt On Dental Diagnosis

Pumpkin Decorating Without Carving

Fitness with Jesse James Fit

Your Uniqueness Is Never A Weakness

Organizing with Cloud Nine Organizing

Galactic Gallery Is Out Of This World

Travel with Terri Guthrie

Sheriff’s Corner With Sheriff Tracy Murphree

My New Hobby In A Nutshell

Texas Chef Of The Year

I Love My Children, But They Came At A Cost

Gardening with Complete Solutions

How to Talk To Your Doctor Without Pulling Out Your Hair