Lantana Living Magazine March 2016 by Murray Media Group

MARCH 2016

Lake Cities

LAUNCH

PARTY Feb. 24, 2016

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in Arely Naffarratteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name by friends of the

family. Nearly $20,000 has been raised for the family to help with expenses.

This was the second time in a six week

period that a Guyer High School student had

been killed while crossing traffic. Corey West, a junior at Guyer was struck by a car while

crossing a street in Denton about five miles

away from where Naffarratte was killed. West, who died January 17, was a member of the junior varsity basketball team.

tudents at Guyer High School are still in mourning following the death of Freshman Arely Naffarratte. Naffarratte died February 26, 2016 after being struck by a car while crossing Teasley Lane near Montecito Drive in Denton. Naffarratte was part of a group of pedestrians

who attempted to cross Teasley to get to the east side of the road. Witnesses say the pedestrians

crossed

outside

the

marked

crosswalk and without the right of way. No charges were filed against the driver.

Naffarratte was known to her friends as

a gifted athlete. She was on both the volleyball team and the soccer team. She also sung in the choir at The Church of Christ in

Photo courtesy of Go Fund me, www.gofundme.com/Arely-Naffarratte

Denton where she was a member.

A Go Fund Me

site was established

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Lantana Community Events

Contents Table of

Featured Stories and News

WinKids Youth Tournament March 20th at 2pm visit www.Winkids.net

Arely Naffarratte

From Your Editor

Lantana Spring Festival April 2nd at 10am

Zika Virus Health Concerns

W Conference

Glenn Garcelon Golf Tournament

Slow Down Lantana!

Inside Education

On the Cover: (from left to right) Brett Titensor DDS and Steven W. Titensor DDS, PA

HOA Update

Ask the Experts

Child Car Seat Safety

Lantana Spring Garage Sale April 19th at 8am Adkins Kindergarten Orientation (School Library) April 28th at 8:30am 10th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Texas Bridlewood Golf Club in Flower Mound on April 28th www.bgcgolf.club Want to feature your school’s or organization’s event? Contact us at artwork@murray-media.com 6 | LANTANA LIVING | MARCH 2016

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Learning Upscale Home Nutrition Dr. Matt The Sidelines Life Coaching Restaurant Review Real Estate Gardening Heart Health Body & Soul

from Lantana

Lantana Car Show April 16th at 11am

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PHOTOS

The Amazing Race Denton County April 16th - Unity Park www.AmazingRace DentonCounty. eventbrite.com Benefitting Denton County Friend of the Family

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Lake Cities Launch Party Block Party

One Smile at a Time

Dangerous Apps for Kids

Inside Community

Blanton School Cancer Fund

Make Over of the Month

Travel Stress-Free

Guyer Baseball

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Lean In

LantanaLiving.com

Lean Out

Publisher & Editor Scott & Kelly Murray Administration Managing Editor Jana Melton

Sub-Editor

A Message from The Community Editor

Bobbi Byrne

Contributors

’ve stopped saying “fine” when people ask me how I’m doing. It doesn’t tell the person asking anything, except, maybe, that I don’t want to answer their question. But did they really want an honest answer? Or were they just making polite conversation?

We hurt each other with words and actions.

cashier I don’t know at the grocery store, but

should love us, hurt us. The only way to come

“Fine” might be an appropriate answer for the it isn’t the right answer for anyone who cares about me. Yet for years, it has

We hurt ourselves by what we do. People who out better is to surround ourselves with arms

that hold us near and also hold us accountable.

been my stock answer. I would

humans, we are not meant

keep my emotions locked away

to live in isolation. Since

inside me in a tight little ball

the

and never let anything out. If I

survival and they still are!

the fear of being vulnerable,

In a song, I heard “there

or judged, or taking up too

and honest with my emotions yet also guarded so I’m not

time,

relationships were crucial to

the wall we hide behind. It’s

problems. I want to be real

groups and families. Close

have imploded. “Fine” is often

even boring them with our

beginning

humans have lived in clans,

had kept it up I think I might

much of someone’s time, or

Kathryn Flores,

Community Relations and Advertising Consultant Argyle Living & Lantana Living Kathryn@murray-media.com 214.734.5783

is a crack in everything,

that’s how the light gets in.” The song translates that the

cracks, the hurt is inevitable, but it is through them that

appeared as “broken”.

growth happens, that light comes in. Hurt will

The popular slogan means as long as something

each other, is what makes the difference. Are we

We often hear, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

is working—leave it alone! However, from an emotional perspective, when it comes to the

human heart, it’s not fixed until it is broken. We humans break easily. In this world, broken things are despised and thrown out. Anything we no longer need, we throw away. Damaged

goods are rejected, and that includes people. When relationships break down, the tendency is to walk away or to cast away and find someone

new rather than work at reconciliation. Our

feelings get hurt. Our self-esteem is fragile.

always be a part of life, but how we reach out to

focusing on the cracks, or can we see the light that they provide, light that helps us to see, that

allows us to grow? Let your walls crack open, and the light come in. In the end, I believe

we’re built to heal and we can all experience this amazing life process by leaning in on “your people”! I believe there is a person out there for everyone. Finding your person is one of the most

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Letters

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special and rewarding things in the world. Not

only do you find your person, but they find you, and to me that’s pretty amazing.

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by Susan Neuhalfen

ews about a mosquito-borne virus that has shown to be transmitted through humans has been buzzing around North Texas. This has been instilling worry into families and especially pregnant women, who are concerned due to the possible birth defects it can cause. The Zika virus is spread from human to human

The immediate concern has been for fetuses

after one is bitten by an infected Aedes mosquito,

because of an alarming connection between Zika

Department. Aedes mosquitoes bite aggressively

head and brain underdeveloped.

according to the Denton County Health Services during the day.

and a neurological birth disorder that leaves the The Centers for Disease Control says the

Experts say Zika is mainly associated with travel

condition, called Microcephaly, can cause seizures,

been reported in Dallas. One of the first cases

problems with movement and balance, difficulty

to Central and South America. Several cases have during the current outbreak was suspected to be sexually transmitted.

Normally, the virus is not

spread through

human contact.

developmental

delay,

intellectual

disability,

swallowing, hearing loss and vision problems. In

severe cases, Microcephaly can be life threatening.

Doctors at two Houston hospitals have

developed the first hospital-based rapid test for Zika. Dallas County has requested approval for testing to be done locally rather than having to ship samples off the Atlanta-based CDC.

Tips to help avoid being infected by a Zika-carrying mosquito • Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants • Use mosquito repellents, coils etc. • Use window/door screens

• Drain standing water from outdoor containers The CDC recommends that pregnant women

do not travel to areas with reported Zika Virus

cases. They also suggest using permethrin-treated

clothing and gear. Insect repellents with DEET in them are safe for pregnant women to use when done according to the product label.

The City of Highland Village, for example,

is contracting with Municipal Mosquito for the identification, control and eradication of mosquitoes which can carry Zika, Chikungunya or West Nile Virus.

Municipal Mosquito has performed mosquito

management services, trained city staff to receive

Texas Department of Health licenses to spray mosquito control chemicals in creeks and wooded areas throughout the city.

The Denton County Health Department

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increase awareness, testing and reporting of Zika

in order to respond to anyone who could be

to rid the yard of mosquitoes, fleas and ticks. The

The health department is monitoring local,

A barrier treatment is applied to where the

potentially contaminated.

national and worldwide trends to determine the risks to public health. Using vector control activities based on surveillance in hopes to reduce local impact.

Hollie Woodham, owner of

Mosquito Joe of Northwest Dallas-Fort Worth, said people have already been inquiring about their services.

you get ahead of the influx of the mosquito

family will spend the majority of their time. The

had a very mild winter.

product is naturally based and is safe for kids and dogs. This type of treatment addresses the mature

“A soda cap full of water is all a mosquito needs to breed”

certainly think the media does

its job as far as putting that fear into our society,” she said. “We don’t market toward blood borne

illnesses. We just try to educate and help customers understand. The good news is ... all of the patients

that have been diagnosed have actually traveled to the area where ground zero is. I think when we get

to the point where it’s a mosquito in Texas ... then yes, that’s when it’s time to be concerned.”

Mosquito Joe’s goal is to get to a 95 percent

reduction in mosquito activity.

product treats about 30 other bugs.”

population that already exists, then

“We are getting calls and I

“We focus and partner with the homeowner

“The earlier you start the better you are because

also builds a barrier to keep other mosquitoes from flying near it. “They

are

lazy

creatures,”

Woodham said. “They only go about 200-300 feet in a lifetime.

When they’re traveling they are

looking to find the next plant or flowering shrub to land

Mosquito Joe maintains treatment throughout

the season. It takes 2-4 applications to reach that 95 percent mark.

Crews also look for water sources that are a

population. Some are active now because we’ve

Mosquitoes are there, they’re apparent but

really we’re focusing on the eggs ... to minimize the population for when it really starts warming

up. Right before it gets cold females will lay an extra round of eggs and what they’ve laid

in the ground stays dormant for up to 5 years,” Woodham said.

She also notes that there are other more

natural options people try themselves, such as

citronella shrubs and rosemary. By-in-large, she believes, those aren’t as effective as a Mosquito

Joe treatment.

If you have any questions or concerns of

being potentially infected you should contact

going to breed mosquitoes, such as French drains

your primary physician. Only 1 out of 5 people

“A soda cap full of water is all a mosquito needs

which include; fever, rash, joint pain, headaches

and bird baths.

infected will become ill and show symptoms

to breed. If we don’t address those sources they

or red eyes.

will repopulate the area very quickly.”

Mosquito Joe starts treating in the middle of

March, and this year crews are already getting calls and are out working.

The threat of Zika has left many Denton

county residents wondering if their yard is safe but with proper landscaping and pest control most residents can enjoy their yards in the summer.

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Bring Out

Learning

the

How to

Natural Scientist T

in Your Baby/Toddler

by Erin Lundie M.Ed, Franchise Owner, Primrose School of Lantana

he early years of a child’s life are filled with a desire to explore and experiment with objects. Well-known developmental psychologist Jean Piaget fittingly called young children “natural scientists” because of this inclination. By tapping into children’s tendency to explore and discover, parents, teachers and other adults in children’s lives can help nurture and extend their learning.

Give your baby colorful, safe objects that he can examine by looking, feeling, tasting and smelling. Stimulate those senses! Talk to your baby, providing a play-byplay of everything she does. This commentary helps babies organize and understand what’s around them. This may feel awkward at first, but the benefits are worth it!

to keep a close eye on your little one to make sure he doesn’t try to eat any of it – some dried beans can be a choking hazard for children. Make “cloud dough” with flour and cooking oil (8 parts flour: 1 part oil). It feels powdery like flour one moment and then moldable like damp sand the next. It’s easy to make and the unique texture will amuse your child to no end.

Offering safe and supportive environments for little ones to explore helps them develop into well-rounded, creative learners. Create

opportunities for your child to experiment with new objects, textures, or other phenomena on a regular basis – the crib, playroom, bathtub and backyard are all excellent laboratories for young scientists! To learn about Primrose School Lantana, visit PrimroseLantana.com or call 940.455.2550. For more helpful parenting tips and information, visit our blog at www.PrimroseSchools.com/blog.

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From the moment babies enter the world, their curiosity sparks a need to observe and classify objects and actions. Their brains actually change as a result of the new things they learn. As children continue to grow and explore, new discoveries help them enrich, modify, reorganize – and sometimes replace – their initial theories with quite different ideas. This type of hands-on learning explains why a child may scrutinize a new object in an effort to figure out how it works, or experiment with sound and movement as she learns how to use her body to communicate. Children need safe environments where they can experiment freely and take risks without the fear of being told, “That’s not how you’re supposed to do that.” When we support children’s natural tendency to try things out, we are cheering them on to discover and tackle new challenges creatively. This is an important step in helping them build determination and confidence in their own abilities. Adults can encourage infants and toddlers to explore and learn in simple and fun ways. Primrose recommends the following activities to bring out the natural scientist in young children:

Fill a large shallow bowl with water and provide your infant with simple scooping tools for endless exploration and fun. You can do this in the bathtub as well. Fill a large bowl tub with dry beans, rice or sand. Your child will enjoy sifting this material through his fingers, picking it up and pouring it out. Be sure MARCH 2016 | LANTANA LIVING | 11

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shelf or even be mounted on a wall. There are so many

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adding statues of Buddhas, animals, birds and

Think outside the box when planning

classic human busts to their décor. And, in the abstract realm, almost any design is possible.

Some people even like statuary that adds

humor or whimsy to the home. I usually prefer for a piece to have a story, like mounting an old buoy that washed up on the shore once when

we were out of the county during a hurricane or a specific piece of glass or stone that was

found on a trip with friends. It all depends on

“Wherever you put your sculpture, make sure it’s in a place where it stands out against the surrounding color”

plates,

Storage also is a challenge, especially since

we Americans like to accumulate “stuff.” And

what pleases you.

Wherever you put your

awkward space in a corner or below the stairs. built-ins for almost any room in your home: • To serve as display space around the fireplace.

• For seating as a built-in banquette in the kitchen.

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Consider adding built-ins to your home

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W 2nd Annual

CONFERENCE coming to Argyle in April by Susan Neuhalfen

uest speakers, small group sessions and musical performances will highlight the second annual W Conference in Argyle on April 15-16. The serene, seven-acre Cathedral in the

Woods is the setting for this Christian women’s

conference which focuses on the different images that are projected on women and that women project on themselves. The purpose of

the conference is to refresh and revitalize all of those in attendance.

“We know it’s hard for

women to take a Friday evening and Saturday away,” expressed W.

and

Conference

CEO

founder

Foundation

Management Services Marcylle Combs. “We promise if they

women and guests are encouraged to attend the

small groups that focus on issues that best suit their situations.

According to Combs, women as a whole

expect too much of themselves. They want

to be the perfect mother, wife, and executive that handles everything. When they don’t have those things, or life gets out of balance, it can

lead to anxiety and sometimes depression. The featured speakers are all women at different

seasons in their lives who have defined their

“It is a very safe place where women can come forward and share their stories,”

do, they will walk away filled with love and re-energized.”

The featured speakers are all working

women at different phases of their lives, all with different backgrounds and different family statuses. Combs is the guest speaker

Friday evening followed by a concert by contemporary Christian recording artist Jillian

Edwards. Saturday spotlights several thirty minute speeches by various speakers followed by a breakout session for small groups.

Those in attendance may choose the small

groups they would like to attend. Each speaker will tackle a different subject pertinent to

successes, not by society’s rules but by their own.

Those in

attendance are encouraged to

also find their own definition of success.

Michelle Mongogna is one of

the organizers of the event and

was an attendee last year. She

said she is in awe of the program that these women put together and the positive effect it has on so many lives.

“It is a very safe place where women can

come forward and share their stories,” said Mognogna. “They are not there to compare

themselves to each other. They come together to love and support each other and that’s what women need.”

The Friday session runs from 6pm until

9pm. The Saturday session starts at 9am and

ends at 4:30pm. Tickets may be purchased at www.thewconference.ticketleap.com/2016/.

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Photo courtesy of Michelle Mongogna

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5TH ANNUAL

Glenn Garcelon Foundation Golf Tournament at Tour 18

by Susan Neuhalfen he Glenn Garcelon Foundation is hosting its fifth annual golf classic on April 3 at Tour 18 in Flower Mound. The foundation, started by Garcelon’s widow and children, benefits brain tumor patients.

Teams and individuals are invited to join the 4-Person Scramble. Registration begins at 11 a.m. with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. The event will include a complimentary lunch provided by McAllister’s Deli, wine and cheese on the course and a fun-filled dinner with raffle items, great door prizes and a wine pull. Even if you don’t play golf, you are welcome to join the dinner. Glenn Garcelon will always be remembered by friends and family for his commitment to helping others. A friend, neighbor, volunteer, and well-respected co-worker to many, Glenn always put people first. When Glenn died due to complications from a brain tumor in 2008, it was no surprise that his family wanted to pay forward the lessons of love, warmth, support and compassion that they

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learned from Glenn. His wife Gail and daughters

Nicole and Danielle formed the Glenn Garcelon

Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for

brain tumor survivors, caregivers and their

families by providing emotional and financial

support. Observing first-hand the toll caregivers

struggle with daily, their passion has become to help to alleviate that struggle for other families.

“No one else was doing anything like this,”

pointed out Gail. “Most focus their funding on research and awareness. There was nothing there

Gail recalled one of the players from last year’s golf tournament who played because he loved golf—he had no connection to the foundation. The day after the tournament that all changed when his best friend was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. His friend Randy, a father of two, died just eight short months later. The Glenn Garcelon foundation awarded Randy a grant to help with his household bills. Then, after his death, awarded a posthumous grant to his wife to help

to help the families and caregivers directly.”

with funeral expenses.

help families and caregivers with their day to day

months in the hospital. His family was awarded

All proceeds from the golf tournament go to

struggles here in Texas.

Dwayne was another patient who spent 15 a grant to help with household bills and fuel.

His wife was having to drive from Sanger to the

VA Hospital and it was taking a toll financially. His wife now serves on the board of the Glen Garcelon Foundation.

“She’s paying it forward,” smiles Gail.

Michelle was a television producer in Atlanta

when she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. now lives in an apartment in Lewisville. The Foundation has helped her pay her rent as well

as obtain necessary medical equipment such as a wheelchair and walker.

“So often we don’t realize what all is

involved,” said Gail. “Many patients can never drive again and it’s up to the spouse to support

them completely.”

In 2014, and again in 2015, the Glenn

Garcelon top

Foundation

non-profit

Denton County.”

was

organization

voted

in “Best

the

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She’s a single mother with two children and

To register, volunteer, apply for a grant, or to

learn more about Glenn’s story and the people who have benefited from Foundation’s support, visit www.glenngarcelonfoundation.org.

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Nutrition

Dear Annette,

Is Butter

Okay?

ou are correct. The new guidelines identify that cholesterol we eat is not causing our blood cholesterol to rise. It is more likely that the high amounts of sugar and processed foods that we are eating are causing the problem. When we measure our cholesterol we look

at our HDL or our good cholesterol. We need

good cholesterol for our brains and new cells. We

know eating omega 3 fats like olive oil, fish, nuts, and seeds cause our good HDL to improve.

It was also thought that eating saturated fats,

like butter, raised the bad or LDL cholesterol. There were just not enough good studies done The new USDA guidelines say

and guidelines were based on one study by Dr.

cholesterol is not a nutrient of concern.

Ancel Keys in 1957. Studies now show saturated

butter now?

beef do not raise our

Does that mean itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s okay to eat Signed,

fats like butter and

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little concern. If the LDL particles are very small

there is a big concern. So actually a person could

look at his or her cholesterol numbers and have lower LDL, but if it is small particle LDL there is reason to worry.

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the bottom line:

according to

researchers like Dr. Mark Hyman, if you have a

diet rich with lots of vegetable nutrients and fiber and you add good sources of fat, like butter and

beef from grass fed cows, then it does not increase

the risk for heart attack. All fats when eaten with

high levels of sugar are not be good for the body and cause heart attacks. It is the processed foods and sugars that we are eating that are the culprits. So

eat

butter

reduce

sugar

from grass fed cows

true if the cattle

and

particularly

is grass fed.

by Annette Doody, Savory Bistro Owner and Wellness Coach

of the LDL particles are big and fluffy, there is

cholesterol level. This is

Confused

A person can have higher LDL but if the size

We also now

know

that

not all LDL

is the same.

and

carbohydrates.

Clean sources of good

omega 3 fats and properly

raised animal fats with a

diet high in vegetables is a

healthy diet.

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SLOW DOWN by Contributing Writer

eighbors in a northeastern portion of Lantana say speeding on their streets has become increasingly dangerous to residents and children playing in the area. Tom McSweeney lives in the Bandera area

of Lantana.

“We have a real issue in Bandera,” he told

the Fresh Water Supply District 7 at a recent

meeting. “The streets are pretty populated at

night. We have a lot of young children in the area. When cars go by there — even at [the posted] 25 mph —you’ve got to really watch out for those kids.”

McSweeney said a dog was killed recently on

Bayberry Avenue by a car. The intersection of

Bayberry and Scarlet Trail is a 3-way stop and according to residents, some drivers don’t even slow down for it.

The FWSD’s attorney said the District

can suggest traffic management options

Denton

County

Commissioner’s Court,

the

but

the

Court would have to

approve

Denton

it.

County

Judy Arrington, who lives on Pitaya Drive,

said the intersection of Pitaya and Verbena Lane is unsafe as well.

“People go straight through that intersection,”

she said.

“ I T’S RAREL Y TEENS , I MOS TLY S E E MINIVAN S, ”

sheriffs would then enforce them.

The county would likely require a traffic

study from the FWSD as it normally does

when requests are made for speeds lower than 30 mph.

Resident Gail Post described turning onto

Blue Stem Drive as not only very difficult,

She

suggested

making the current two-way

stop

4-way stop or adding

Perry Monaco lives in the Bellaire section

of Lantana.

“There are tons of little kids in the

neighborhood and the cars are flying in and out of there,” he said, adding that he almost got hit by a car while walking in the area.

Carlson presented information about traffic

calming devices. He concluded, based on

speed bumps to help

information from trafficcalming.org, that the

traffic.

speed humps, followed by 14-foot speed bumps

slow down speeding Rebecca McKown

also

lives

near

Verbena and Pitaya.

“It’s rarely teens, I

mostly see minivans,” she said of the offenders in her area.

Mercer has worked with the Denton County

Sheriff ’s Office to find the most effective time

for deputies to patrol areas where speeding and other traffic infractions tend to happen.

most effective type of device would be 12-foot and 22-foot speed tables.

He said speed bumps aren’t very popular,

especially with EMS providers.

Traffic circles cost about $150,000 and are

very effective for speeding. However, they require land. Center narrowing islands cost

about $25,000 and can be effective, but are difficult to install with existing pavement.

Officials asked Carlson to research the price

Kevin Carlson, the FWSD’s engineer,

to install 14-foot speed bumps. Mercer plans to

to choose from, should they decide to move

the next FWSD meeting to share which type of

but hazardous.

presented a variety of options for the FWSD

have emergency management services attend

but Post said drivers don’t really follow it.

forward with traffic measures.

device would be best for EMS purposes.

There is a reduced speed limit in that area,

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Teacher Of The Year For E.P. Rayzor Elementary School Aleisha Moore has been teaching for 18 years in grades K-5. Before joining the Rayzor team, she taught in Illinois and Minnesota. In addition to teaching, Moore has been a grade level leader, a SALSA trainer, a member of the EXPO Advisory Council, and representatives of Education Improvement Council and ATPE.

LISD Students Track Snack Habits More than 4,000 Lewisville ISD elementary students signed up for a 21-Day Challenge to make nutritious and healthy choices. The initiative was part of a partnership with Medical City Children’s Hospital’s “Kids Teaching Kids.” Overall, the challenge is an opportunity for students to log their snack activity for 21 days in hopes to encourage nutritious snacking habits.

During the 21-Day Challenge, some of the participating campuses received a surprise visit from Medical City Children’s Hospital’s Leo the Lion mascot.

Guyer Girls Make All-State Choir Congrats to John H. Guyer High School’s Kate Gillman and Kylie Jensen on being named to the 2016 Texas Music Educators Association’s all-state choir. The honor is the second consecutive for Kate and Kylie.

Children’s Author Visiting Adkins Elementary Penny Parker Klostermann visited Adkins Elementary School on March 8 to share her experience as an author with students. Klostermann is the author of the children’s book There Was an Old Dragon Who Swallowed a Knight.

The students learned about reading, writing and revising as it pertains to the writing process. Klostermann read from her very own text, discuss what it takes to publish a book, and worked with students in a hands-on poetry workshop to expand their writing with more vivid language.

Blanton Names Thiessen Teacher Of The Year Tamarra Thiessen was named Teacher of the Year at Blanton Elementary School. The secondgrade teacher has been at Blanton for 4 years and has been a teacher for 10. She and her husband Chad have four children: Brennan, Presleigh, Braylie and Kellan.

E.P. Rayzor Announces Adopt A School Contest Winners Two Rayzor Elementary students were named district winners in the Adopt a School essay and art contests. Fifth graders from twenty-two schools competed in the contest which highlighted the 125th anniversary of UNT and its impact on the community and the district. Winners of the Adopt A School contest at E.P. Rayzor Elementary School include: ESSAY 4th grade: Rebecca Marshall (1st), Paige Cutting (2nd) and Sophia Moore (3rd).

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ESSAY 5th grade: Alivia Christensen (1st), Ellie Lowery (2nd) and Hope Henegar (3rd). ART 4th grade: Grace Weimer (1st), Maddux Morrow (2nd) and Tanner Small (3rd). ART 5th grade: Hope Henegar (1st), Ashlin Crabtree (2nd) and Pierce Boles (3rd). 5th OVERALL for district essay: Alivia Christensen. 1st OVERALL for district art: Grace Weimer

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the first time in Lantana’s Jim Bridges Forhistory, a resident has been to the Lantana Community Elected to elected Association’s Board of Directors.

Lantana Community Association’s Board of Directors by Susan Neuhalfen

Lantana resident Jim Bridges was elected on March 1 to serve a three year term.

“Up until now, all of the members of the board have been appointed by the developers,” explained Mark Norton, Community Manager. “We’ve always had a resident on the board, the person simply wasn’t elected, he or she was appointed.”

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I help people to protect their home and property every day,” said Bridges. “Now I’ll be serving to protect our community.

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A resident of Lantana since 2011, Bridges was one of 14 residents vying for the open seat. The first vote held at the annual meeting on February 23 was short the required number of homeowners to constitute a quorum, so a second meeting was held at which time enough votes were cast to elect Bridges. “I’m very honored to be selected,” smiled Bridges. “I’m also excited for the opportunity to bring in more residents who care about the community.” Prior to being elected, Bridges served with two other members on a resident advisory committee which worked closely with the board. Bridges said he was hoping that one of the three would be elected in order or keep the continuity together that they’d spent a long time building. Bridges, who owns a State Farm Agency in the Bartonville Town Center, feels

that serving on the board is just an extension of what he does every day. In addition to working on the resident advisory committee, Bridges has also served as the Safety Commissioner for the Lantana Water District for the past three years.

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Dr. Matt mouth guards than simply recognizing their

not know is that even low impact exercise like

not only meet the established

grinding or the occasional “chattering” of teeth

ATHLETIC MOUTH GUARDS CAN

PROTECT YOUR TEETH FROM A

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Athletic mouth guards should standards protect

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your

teeth,

they must be USED. The key is recognizing

not only when it is

important to use mouth

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correct type of guard. A

awareness on the importance of using athletic mouth guards to reduce the risk of sport-related

dental injuries. Nevertheless, there is more to

The key is recognizing not only when it is important to use mouth guards, but using the correct type of guard.

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lower teeth to keep the teeth from touching and is easily concealed. Both types of guards may

incorporate bite pads that help distribute force further protecting the teeth from impact.

The ideal mouth guard is one that is sturdy

fits your personality with personalized logos

It is comfortable, resilient,

and should not restrict breathing

exercise you are employing. The obvious

Since the mid 1990’s, the American Dental

In these situations, a non-bulky

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tear resistant, easy to clean

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of teeth.

and a custom fit. Your dentist can provide you

mouth guards depending on the type of

that can cause long term wear and fracturing

proper mouth guard fits well.

or speech.

hen it comes to sports and exercise, we usually don’t immediately associate all things athletic with dentistry. Although, I must admit that I often envision myself engaged as a dental athlete, offering jaw dropping replays, the occasional double dribble, and after giving it my best shot, winning the triple crown! All puns aside, whether you are implementing isometrics, conducting calisthenics, or hitting it hard with high-impact heroism, protecting your teeth while working out will ensure a winning smile.

running, weight training or aerobics can cause

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This spring, make sure to keep your teeth

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Dr. Seussâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Birthday! Celebrated by Various Schools Across Denton County

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THE FACTS ABOUT

Child I

CAR SEAT SAFETY

get many questions in my daily practice regarding the best way to keep children safe when riding in the vehicle. The laws and recommendations can be very confusing and, at times, contradictory. I have attached and modified some common graphics and charts in attempt to simply the recommendations and guidelines. Please make sure that the types of seats you use meet your children’s specific needs.

TYPES OF CAR SEATS AT A GLANCE Note: This chart is a quick guide on where to start your search. It’s important to continue reading more about the features and how to use your car seat. Additional safety tips are at the end of this article.

Dr. Rebecca Butler is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics. For more information on Dr. Butler or to schedule an appointment, call 940.455.7200.

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QUESTIONS/ANSWERS Reference: www.healthychildren.org

What if my baby’s feet touch the back of the vehicle seat? Your child can bend his legs easily and will be comfortable in a rear-facing seat. Injuries to the legs are rare for children facing the rear.

What do I do if my baby slouches down or to the side in his car seat?

Blanket rolls may be placed on both sides of the infant and a small diaper or blanket between the crotch strap and the infant. Do not place padding under or behind the infant or use any sort of car seat insert unless it came with the seat or was made by the manufacturer of the seat.

Infants/Toddlers

Toddlers/Preschoolers

School-Aged Children

Older Children

Why should I dress my baby in thinner layers of clothing before strapping her into a car seat?

Bulky clothing, including winter coats and snowsuits, can compress in a crash and lead to increased risk of injury. Ideally, dress your baby in thinner layers and tuck a coat or a blanket around your baby over the buckled harness straps if needed.

Do preemies need a special car seat?

Convertible seats and forwardfacing seats with harnesses

ll infants and A toddlers should ride in a Rear-Facing Car Seat until they are at least 2 years of age, or until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat’s manufacturer.

Any child who has outgrown the rearfacing weight or height limit for their convertible car seat should use a ForwardFacing Car Seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by their car seat manufacturer.

(Texas Law states they must remain in rear facing until 20lbs AND 1 year of age)

Booster Seats

Seat Belts

ll children whose A weight or height is above the forwardfacing limit for their car seat should use a Belt-Positioning Booster Seat until the vehicle seat belt fits properly, typically when they have reached 4 feet 9 inches in height and are between 8 and 12 years of age.

W hen children are old enough and large enough for the vehicle seat belt to fit them correctly, they should always use Lap and Shoulder Seat Belts for optimal protection. All children younger than 13 years should be restrained in the rear seats of vehicles for optimal protection.

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Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-6:30pm • Friday: 7:30am - 5pm • Saturdays: 9am - 12pm Call to schedule appointment with Dr.Butler or our NEW Nurse Practitioner, Melanie Bitzer.

When can my child stop using a booster?

Do not stop using a booster seat unless you can answer “yes” to ALL of the questions listed here – no matter how tall, how heavy, or how old he or she is! Make sure to perform the 5-Step Test for every vehicle that your child rides in. They may pass in some cars but not others. Many children will not be able to pass this test until age 10-12 despite the fact that Texas law allows them to ride without a booster at age 8.

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Sidelines

by Steve Gamel

A Medal

I Can Be

PROUD OF

y the time this column is printed I will have competed in yet another obstacle course race. Obviously, I can’t tell you how I did yet, or if this was my last one. All I know is that I want a medal I can be proud of.

It’s been just more than a year since I competed

On March 12, I competed in the Spartan in any race, of any kind. For a while there, I Sprint in Hempstead, Texas. It’s a completely different style of race in that there will be was averaging nearly two races per year and I 20-30 obstacles and mud stretched out over the was enjoying every second of it. Then came the 3-5 mile course. 10th race – last year’s Cowtown Thousands of people all over Marathon in Fort Worth – and in The disappointment the globe have competed in this obstacle racing challenge. my eyes, I completely bombed it. fades over time, Instead of doing a typical 5K that I finished, but barely ... three but every once in allows you to focus on one skill hours, 15 minutes, 9 seconds. a while you are (running) or a triathlon (run, That was nearly an hour slower reminded of what bike, swim), Spartan races than my time from the previous you couldn’t do in the demand you to run, swim, climb, year. Perhaps it was old age heat of the moment. slide, dodge, jump, carry, throw and think on your feet. The event catching up to me – I will be 40 And it stinks. as a whole was created by eight in April – or it was the countless ultra-endurance athletes and a injuries to my back, feet, knees and shoulders marine to push competitors past their comfort that I tried to push through during my training. zone, and sadly, there are plenty of people who Whatever it was, when officials handed me my simply can’t finish. finisher’s medal, I basically dismissed it. Running disappointments, no matter how trivial they may seem to an outsider looking in, hurt to the core. It can bring on depression, confusion and sometimes guilt. Did I train enough? Perhaps I pushed too hard? Did I get enough sleep last night? The disappointment fades over time, but every once in a while you are reminded of what you couldn’t do in the heat of the moment. And it stinks. It’s a nasty fall from grace, especially for a weekend warrior who feels he still has something left. Hopefully, that all changed.

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Am I a little crazy? A lot, actually.

This will be my fifth obstacle-course event in the last seven years. I’ve already signed up and paid my money, so there’s no backing out now. And so far, the training has been great. I feel like I have whipped myself back into racing shape. For me, it’s an opportunity to erase the memories of Cowtown. Regardless of what happens out there, I will finish this next race. I just want a medal at the end that I can be proud of. Until next time, I’ll see you on the sidelines.

What Leaders can Learn

from 8th Grade Science by Art Locke, Focal Point Coaching, ArtLockeCoaching.com

purpose of leadership is to define a compelling

vision and then communicate it effectively in order to create alignment among employees –

emember when you first learned about the concept of magnetism? If your experience was like mine, you ran an experiment using iron filings dumped onto a flat surface. They lay there in a random, haphazard fashion – until you wielded a magnet! All of a sudden the invisible force of magnetism took control of those iron filings, arranging them into patterns dictated by the movement of your hand. Circles, whirls, straight lines…the magnet was capable of aligning those individual filings and, out of chaos, order was created. When the magnet was removed, chaos could quickly ensue if the iron filings were disturbed.

The effect of a magnet on iron filings is an

apt allegory for the effect of strong leadership

on the people in organizations. In business, the

much like a magnet is the source of a powerful, unseen force organizing matter.

Alignment

(being committed to a common purpose) among

employees is a critical factor in achieving success: healthy

profits, committed

enthusiastic customers.

employees

and

But what does it take to create strong

alignment within a business? It’s clear to me that

it starts with the quality of the leader’s thinking. Yes, good old-fashioned introspection, enhanced

by deliberate efforts to leverage the thinking of

others – whether through books, blogs, podcasts, training, workshops, master mind groups or a mentor. Leaders have an obligation to out-think

those around them: out-think them in terms of

the sheer amount of time they spend thinking; out-think them in terms of the willingness to

embrace different points of view that challenge assumptions and habits.

Focused thinking

Life Coaching will spawn clear objectives and strategies for the business. Focused thinking will enable the

leader to communicate vision, strategies, tactics

and expected outcomes authentically and clearly, engaging the hearts and minds of employees. Focused thinking leads to high quality results because it creates a shared vision that can be easily understood and embraced by employees.

Try an alignment exercise that is very telling.

In a neutral, private setting, ask your employees to take out a piece of paper and answer the

following question: “What is the most important

goal our company has for 2016?” If the majority of employees cannot identify the single most

important goal, there’s an alignment problem. Then, as the leader, you have to determine whether

the problem arises from a lack of clarity in your own thinking about business objectives, or if it’s a product of ineffective communications. In either case, take time out to rethink, refresh, reinforce

and re-communicate why the business exists, how it benefits your customers, and how the members

of your team contribute to success. You’ll be astounded by the results.

Who knew that 8th grade science could teach us

such profound life lessons?

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by Susan Neuhalfen

here are many apps that pose a danger to children—even the ones that are seemingly innocent that may be manipulated by the wrong people. The good news is that parents have plenty

of timely information, as well as new defensive

apps to help them keep a close eye on their children’s social media connections.

Begin by parenting. As soon as your children

go to bed, recharge the phones somewhere

where they have no access. It is important for teens especially to get a good night’s sleep and

if there is social media action going on after hours you can bet it is nothing constructive. PARENTS

AREN’T

INVADING

CHILDREN’S PRIVACY BY LOOKING

KIK - A free SMS substitute that doesn’t

require a phone so kids with iPods and computers may use it. This anonymous messaging app has been known to allow predators to make up their

own identity and contact younger users. It is linked to the death of a 12 year old in Virginia after she was lured by two college students and

pictures anonymously. Anyone may view the

photos. In 2013 a 12 year old girl was lured by a 21 year old male to a motel using the app.

OMEGLE - The app’s tagline is “Talk to

Strangers!” Users are selected at random to talk to strangers either via video or text. Sexually explicit material and bad

then brutally murdered. YIKYAK -

anonymous

Another

messaging

app that allows users to

send

pictures

and

messages without using

their names. The fact

that the users remain

“...ENCOURAGES USERS TO POST SECRETS ANONYMOUSLY. ”

anonymous gives some

teens the freedom to behave inappropriately.

language is the norm for this app.

ASK.FM -

Linked

to many teen suicides already, this app allows

users to post anonymous questions

strangers.

The questions are often

laced with profanity and the answers are posted

Cyberbullying is a huge risk.

which has lead to relentless cyberbullying.

been using recently and then scan the phone.

of other Tinder users nearby. Users are asked

to hide apps on the iPhone screen. Your child

it up. Everything you need to know is on the

green heart. If both users click green hearts, the

when you’re checking the phone, you won’t see

Some of the most dangerous apps for kids

WHISPER - This app encourages users to

phone, heed the warning and talk to your child

THROUGH THEIR PHONES.

Click

the big button twice to see what apps they’ve

TINDER - A dating app that shows pictures

POOF - This app is designed specifically

If you don’t know what the app is, try looking

to mark the picture they see with a red X or a

could use POOF to hide dangerous apps and

internet—the good, the bad and the ugly.

app reveals their locations.

them. If you see the POOF app on your child’s

and teens include:

post secrets anonymously. Users may also post

about what he or she is hiding.

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TOP RATED APPS & PROGRAMS TO HELP YOU MONITOR YOUR CHILDREN

www.uknowkids.com

www.life360.com

www.mamabearapp.com

www.internetsafety.com

www.mymobilewatchdog.com

www.netnanny.com

www.teensafe.com

www.sniperspy.com

The good news is there are some great comprehensive programs as well as apps out there that are designed to help parents keep their children and teens safe from the evils of the cyber world. These comprehensive programs for all devices come with internet filters, profanity blockers and cyberbullying protection. They monitor instant messaging and send alerts to your phone when your child is involved in any kind of internet abuse. One of the best features that they have, however, is time controls. You can actually set the times your children are allowed on the web and these programs will disable them during “time out”. Here are a few: NET NANNY / NET NANNY SOCIAL - The most comprehensive program on both computers and mobile devices that allows you to monitor what your child is doing. PURESIGHT OWL- Allows define your own keywords to block/monitor. SNIPERSPY - Features stealth technology so your child will never know you have it.

WEBWATCHER - Record all activity on

that also features a time lock to ensure your

McAFEE SAFE EYES 2016 - This program

UKNOWKIDS - Monitor iMessages and

your child’s computer or phone.

child doesn’t spend the whole day on the device.

lets you monitor activity and also controls

get feedback and insight from other parents

There are others that simply monitor the

If you don’t feel it’s necessary to invest

videos, TV, music, games, email. phone

including

text

messages, social media, calls, phone locations and more. These are apps that are specific to mobile devices:

MAMABEAR APP -

Monitors text message,

social media and also has a

who use the app.

in one of these programs,

“...DON’T BURY YOUR HEAD IN THE SAND.”

that’s okay. At a minimum, you need to monitor your children’s

mobile

devices

and computer activity and create an open dialogue with

them. Ask questions about the games they play, the apps

they use and the people they

speeding alert if your child

is traveling at an unsafe speed.

talk to. Not in a parent probing way, but in

is that it will send a list of all third party

of way.

TEENSAFE- A key feature of this app

applications installed on your child’s phone.

LIFE360 - Organize your life with this app

that is more of a tracking and communicating device for the family. MY

MOBILE WATCHDOG

comprehensive program but for mobile devices

a “you’re the expert” and “I’m interested” kind Finally, don’t bury your head in the sand.

Sure, your kids are good kids, they would

never… (fill in the blank). There are, however, plenty of other kids who will introduce him or

her to these apps. It’s better to be informed and ready to parent when necessary.

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Restaurant Review

Granny J Eats Shh! Granny J has a secret. It’s Jakes on the corner of 3040 and Morris Road. It’s known for its burgers, beer and atmosphere, but I walked in one morning at 9am and they served me one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had in Flower Mound. The traditional breakfast started with delicious home fries cooked with onions, fresh and soft in the middle. That came with not just regular grits but cheese grits, two eggs, bacon-sausage or ham and a fresh baked large biscuit with gravy. All for just $7.95! You can get a lot of different sides for less than $3.00. You can also build your own omelette. Jake’s has a very clean and pleasant atmosphere with large TV screens all around no one knows about it. Wake up and smell the coffee at Jakes!

Your North Texas Restaurant Critic-signing off.

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nd, TX 75 d. • Flower Mou R nd ou M er ow 1141 Fl 972.503.5253

New Neighborhood Coming To Lantana A new neighborhood will be opening in

Lantana this Spring. Reata, located on Tanner Parkway, will feature Ryland Homes and Highland Homes built on 70-foot lots. Nature and golf course lots are available.

For more information and to find out about

available lots in the area:

Contact Tara Boswell at the Lantana

Information Center at 940.728.2000 or visit 10185 Lantana Trail. Hours: M-F 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.,

Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday 12-6 p.m.

Lantana Pediatrics Welcomes Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Lantana Pediatrics is very excited to welcome

Melanie Bitzer, RN, MSN, CPNC to its

growing staff. In addition to expanding the office, Lantana Pediatrics is now offering Saturday

Lake Lewisville’s elevation was 523.51’, + 1.51’ Lake Ray Roberts’ current elevation was 635.33’, + 2.83’

Lake Chapman’s (Cooper Lake) elevation was

440.01’, + 0.01’’

Lake Lavon’s elevation was 493.00’, +1.00’

Fire Chief Gives Update On New Station Argyle Fire Chief Mac Hohenberger recently

reviewed the latest timeline for construction

of Station 514, which will be located at the extension of Cleveland Gibbs Road and Old

Justin Road. The contract to hire the architect

is scheduled to be completed in March 2016. Design should be completed in approximately

9 months. Construction should start in April of

addition. The project is located at the north

end of Lantana Trail and consists of 119 lots. Several overhead electrical lines needed to be

relocated before the grading operations could be completed. Easements have been finalized

and Co-Serv has completed their design. The project was originally scheduled to be completed in April but was delayed due to weather.

Free Recycling Bags Need a new recycling tote bag to take with

Retail Openings In Lantana Include BBQ Restaurant

can get yours for free.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is now open in the

lactation-consulting, 24-hour free nurse triage

businesses joining Dickey’s in the coming

days per week.

Creek Family Dentist and a Starbucks with its

patients, circumcisions, in-office blood draws,

located on FM 407 and McMakin. Other

as well as allergy testing and immunotherapy 5

months include Domino’s Pizza, Subway, Oak

sale will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 8

grading for Phase A of Latana’s Barrington

2017 and be completed in October 2018.

new strip center at Lantana Town Center

Lantana’s community-wide spring garage

GM Construction has almost completed the

you to the new Lantana Kroger? Look no further

office hours, spirometry testing for asthma

Community Yard Sale Set For April

Construction Moving Forward In Barrington Addition In Lantana

own drive-through.

Anytime Fitness opened a 6,100-square-foot

than the Lantana Information Center where you

March is National Reading Month & National Nutrition Month. Be sure to encourage reading at home.

facility in a retail strip center at Simmons and

FM 407. That space is shared with Imagery In Motion Dance that includes four dance studios.

a.m. to 3 p.m. Homeowners may take part in

this semi-annual event, which also happens in the fall.

Update On Area Lake Levels According to a report from Lantana FWSD

manager Kevin Mercer, area lake levels were still slightly above the conservation pool levels due to recent rains.

During the month of January:

DFW area received a total of 1.04” of rain which is 1.02” below average.

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Blanton Elementary

RAISES FUNDS FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER

by Susan Neuhalfen

n February the students of Blanton Elementary broke into their piggy banks and asked their family and friends for spare change in order to raise money for Coins for Kids with Cancer.

fighting cancer, so it was important to the staff

money to donate to Team Connor, a Dallas area

classroom as well as the front

The purpose of the fundraiser was to gather

childhood cancer foundation.

“We chose Team Connor because they are

a local charity that raises funds for childhood

as well as the students and their families.” Coins for Kids with Cancer is

a program designed for schools by Team Connor to teach kids about giving.

Team Connor

provided a coin canister for each

office. Each classroom then set a goal for the money it wanted to raise. The goal for the school

was $5,000.

Elementary School counselor. “We have two

social media to get the word out,” explained

students enrolled at Blanton that are currently

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in the classroom.”

“We sent home flyers and used social media to get the word out,”

cancer and that’s something we’re very

passionate about,” said Stacey Gow, Blanton

us though the majority of our money was raised

“We sent home flyers and used

Gow. “Team Connor also set up a website for

They are currently waiting to

find out from the bank if their

goals were met and what the elementary school’s total donation will be.

The classes that reached or

exceeded their goals will receive a reward for their efforts.

Team Connor uses the funds

raised to raise awareness and fund research toward finding a cure for

childhood cancer. The foundation was started

by Joy Cruse, whose son Connor was diagnosed

with Stage IV Neuroblastoma at only four years old. She began the foundation because only 4%

of the National Institute of Healthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual funding goes toward childhood cancer research

and family support for children with cancer. Since its establishment in 2007, Team Connor has raised than

$1.8

million to research hospitals

the country.

across

The

foundation

supports

aggressive,

incurable

clinical trials for more types of cancers in children. For more information

teamconnor.org

visit

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Why?

Real Estate

It Matters

ach week, our team talks to hundreds of potential clients about buying or selling their home. In those discussions, we’re really trying to understand why our clients want to sell so we know how we can help. It’s the WHY that matters. Clients move for a variety of reasons. • Better schools or a shorter commute • Closer to family • Better view or bigger yard. • More space, more house, more status • Downsizing increasingly, we’re hearing from people wanting less to maintain.

For those clients looking to downsize, the market is incredibly favorable. With limited inventory, our clients are able to sell in a favorable market and buy a smaller/ less expensive home while capturing the appreciation. That’s a win/win! If you’re moving up market though, don’t be discouraged. You’ve likely enjoyed some

by Tisha White of White Realty

appreciation in your current home which will help when you buy bigger. Since rates continue near historically low rates, you’re still in a great spot to capitalize. Call Tisha at White Realty today, at 512.695.6042 to find out how you can take advantage of this great market.

Regardless of the reason, more than anything, the WHY is what matters. We’re here to help you achieve your WHY. Understanding your WHY can also help us take full advantage of what the market gives us, increasing your earnings potential if you’re selling then buying another property. Of course, markets are unpredictable, so there are no guarantees. If I knew how to time any market, I’d be on a beach somewhere relaxing! Still, especially in real estate, there are some consistent cycles we can reference. In this case, many believe we are in the last 12 years of a seller’s market, where few homes are for sale and home values appreciate consistently. When the market “shifts”, more homes enter the markets and prices flatten or decrease. Buyers will have more control of the process because they’ll have more to choose and bid.

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Gardening

Is upon Us ??? by PJ Kratohvil Complete Solutions 214.735.1364

eady or not with the Bradford pear trees starting to drop and the dogwoods in full bloom spring is definitely coming. We’re

focusing this article on information that should be helpful in the preparations of your own

lawn/ landscape.

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Such a mild winter could have you looking

time back-tracking —stick with the spray

and you’re not ready to call the chemical

on a bi-weekly basis. Also, consistently bag

at a lawn full of weeds about now. If so, company just yet, then let’s get to work! For some immediate results, find a post emergent weed controller. Make sure to use a point

and spray bottle and add some food color so

you can track what you’ve covered as you go. Your first pre-emergent should have been

down a few weeks ago. If not, don’t waste

treatments. Most retail sprays recommend use

your lawn clippings. As the grass starts to turn,

train it to a conservative watering schedule,

consistent chemicals and mowing. It’s simple, but the consistency is KEY. Do this and you will see results.

It still feels early, but go ahead and get

everything cut back, reshaped and ready for

that spring growth. If you haven’t taken the

direction people go, but there are so many

maintenance workers has at least tripled.

couple of growing seasons, do so this year.

the aesthetic ones.

in our competitive Lantana and Argyle

time to remove the old mulch for the last Make sure you cultivate the bed soil and add

other benefits from mulch other than just We could write 10 pages on spring landscape

fertilizer while it’s exposed. Our soil can get

prep. If you’re a do-it-yourselfer then you

it over and allowing the oxygen/ nutrients

then call a professional before it’s too late.

so hard over the course of a year. Turning

to really penetrate is always a good idea.

probably have a plan in place. If you’re not, We consider ourselves to be small, local

Consider your plant needs, sun exposure

business, servicing several hundred lawns a

Obviously color typically dictates what

number of unlicensed, illegal and uninsured

and soil conditions when choosing a mulch.

week for the past 6+ years. In that time, the

We encourage everyone this year, especially markets, to try and see past the benefit of the immediate, cheap price and look into

the future of our communities. There are

hundreds of knowledgeable, tax paying local businesses that do great work while also

giving back and investing in our communities. We

encourage

these businesses.

you

hire

one

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MAKEOVER Are you ready for a whole new look this Spring? Just email us at cloud9salon@cloud9salon.com and tell us why you or someone you know deserves a makeover. We’ll select one lucky winner from our entries to receive the full hair and make-up treatment. ENTER TODAY! A few words from Sydney Wilson. “I have lived in this area for many years. I have worked in the school system with special needs kiddos, and for the past 8 years have worked at Lowe’s of Flower Mound currently in Pro Sales for them. I am a mother of two amazing children with lives of their own. Have been a member of First Baptist

church for 25 years, also have been associated with multiple charities in the area from Habitat for Humanity, CCA, Youth and Family Counseling, WTF, Spirit Horse as well as Cloud 9 Charities. and many more. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family just being and spending time together I love walks in the rain and a nice glass of red wine. Will say the pampering that this day gave me made a day that I will remember always!! The Team at Cloud 9 is amazing and worth getting to know and spending time with... they are are all amazing beautiful people inside and out!!!”

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Heart Health

Migraine Sufferer Finds

Relief from Headaches

Pictured: Taylor Coin, LMT

Through Medical Massage & TMJ Manual Therapy

aylor Coin, LMT, a therapist at

Medical

significantly

Massage

helped

Rx,

her

has

client

Amy with her migraines by treating her

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ). Medical Massage Rx (MMRx) is a new clinic

in Flower Mound located on Long Prairie Rd. (FM 2499), south of Main St. (FM 1171), with a new business model. MMRx is an insurance

covered massage clinic offering world class

therapeutic services with an on-site doctor, so patients may receive treatment for as low

as their co-pay without the need for an

outside referral.

but after she released my jaw – it was the best feeling ever! “

Now Amy has added TMJ work to every

medical massage she gets at MMRx. For the last five minutes she asks the therapist to work on her jaw to keep it loose.

“I can happily say I have not had one migraine

for the last 4 months,” said Amy, smiling. “With my BCBS plan my copay is only $35 a visit, and you can’t beat that!”

At Medical Massage Rx, a multitude

of physical conditions are treated through

massage therapy. One such condition is

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ).

According to Amy, every few weeks she

Studies suggest that approximately 10 million

pain pills…chiropractic helped temporarily but

in their lives. Symptoms may include muscle

was the first to locate the source of the problem.

and shoulder muscles; clicking noises when

less that she suffered from TMJ.

dizziness, along with limited ability to open

would get another migraine. She tried Imitrex,

Americans are affected by TMJ at some point

the migraines kept returning. Taylor at MMRx

spasms and pain in the head, mandible, neck

Amy didn’t even know her jaw was tight, much

the mandible moves; earaches, headaches and

“The first time she put a glove on and

the mouth. Many people turn to a dentist or

worked my TMJ inside my mouth, everything changed,” said Amy.

“My sinuses started

to drain immediately and it sounds silly,

TMJ specialist for this condition, but don’t realize relief can come through individualized massage therapy.

ASK THE THERAPIST TAYLOR COIN LMT: How do you massage a person with TMJ? “I begin with intra-oral massage (with gloved hands) using pressure on the medial and lateral pterygoids to release trigger points and muscle tension. Then, myofascial release is used on the neck muscles and pectoralis major to correct her forward shoulder posture and release pressure in the jaw. To release more trigger points and tension, the sternocleidomastoid was picked up and twisted. Finally, kneading, compression and trigger point release was used on the neck muscles.” How did this help your patient? “The techniques I used relieved pain and increased blood flow to the muscles. The endorphin levels are increased through massage, which further reduce Amy’s pain and stress. I also suggest daily exercises to my patients that involve stretching and retraction of the muscles we worked to keep the symptoms at bay.”

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Travel Stress-Free with

TripCase A Phone App Review by Christine Olmstead

TripCase, a free app found in the App Store and Google Play store.

This app is pretty much all you’ll need for

your family vacation. Once you complete your profile it lets you link all of your flights, rental

car information, hotel reservations, theme park tickets and receipts. It lets you add the

reservations for the restaurants that you’re dying

to try on your trip, as well as make a complete itinerary for each day of your vacation. If you

don’t want to think about what’s next, just let the app send you push notifications to your phone or smart watch.

The app even has a weather checker that tells

you how to dress and prepare for the day. It’s

That means keeping track of your flight driving,

hotels,

theme

park

tickets, attractions, restaurants, rental cars and

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when

supposed to rain on the day that you stand in

hungry, moody children. Sometimes with all of

rearrange items on your schedule for that day,

like you’re on vacation. It is supposed to be fun,

meet Mickey another day.

rummaging through your pockets or your email

with friends or family, so that someone can call

boarding passes? It’s time to drop your vacation

something happens to your phone, you can still

itineraries. Wow, that’s a lot of stuff

lanning your family summer vacation already?

information,

binder, forget all that paper and download

you consider you’re also having to corral tired,

line to meet Mickey Mouse? No problem. Just

the details and things to remember, it doesn’t feel

wear something else, and reschedule your app to

remember? How many times have you been left

for confirmation numbers, tickets, reservations or

This app also lets you share your trip itinerary

for help in the case of an emergency. Even if

log onto the app from a computer and print out your tickets, schedules, and important info where it is neatly stored and organized for you.

Seriously, this app is a one stop shop and

organizer for all of your travel needs. Your child

lost his boarding pass somewhere between the

Take some of the stress out of your vacation and let this app act as your personal assistant,... security check point and your departure gate? No big deal, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got it scanned on you phone in the TripCase app.

storing all of your trip details in one place and

sending you notifications when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to go to your next attraction or reservation.

Christine Olmstead is the social media director

at Distillery Creative, a webmarketing firm that

specializes in custom websites, branding, online marketing, social media and search engine optimization.

For more information, see DistilleryCreative.com.

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t may take some time for Guyer to hit its stride in what head coach Johnny Kinzy is calling another tough District 5-6A gauntlet, but expect the Wildcats to be in the mix for a playoff spot. Guyer is barely a few games into a slate that includes Trophy Club

Nelson, Denton Ryan, Keller, Keller Fossil Ridge, Keller Timber Creek, Keller Central and Justin Northwest. Last year, the Wildcats got off to a rough start and looked like their season would be over in a hurry before rallying to win five of their final six to

by Steve Gamel The Wildcats don’t return much from a team that finished 13-10 last

year, but the players they do have back are in some key spots. That includes

outfielder/pitcher Connor Herriage, catcher Luke Cullum and Willie O’Brien. O’Brien, the team’s leadoff hitter, is moving from second base to shortstop.

Cullum is one of the better catchers in the district while Herriage was named Co-Utility Player of the Year in 2015 by the Denton

Record Chronicle. Herriage, a center fielder, batted .368 with

a .500 on-base percentage. He was 4-1 on the mound and

finish in third place.

will be expected to take the reins as the team’s ace.

It was the team’s third straight trip to the postseason

Outside of that, Kinzy said he used the first three

— sixth in seven years — though it was cut short in

tournaments of the season to help solidify the rest of

the first round against Marcus. Despite some changes to

his lineup. Coming into the year, Herriage was the only

this year’s lineup, expectations are high that this season

returning outfielder. Kinzy also wanted to get some reps

won’t be over as quickly as last season.

“This district will be just as tough, but on any given day

anything can happen,” Kinzy said. “I think we will be a work in

progress early on, but I feel good about this team. They are working to get

in early for some of his other pitchers, including Dylan

Tackman and sophomores Cade Branum and Luke Stillwell.

“He [Herriage] could be our main guy, but we have a lot of guys who will

better each day and I feel like this could be a great year for us.”

compete out there,” Kinzy said. “This may be one of those years where we

make us a better team.”

which will help this team in the long run.”

Kinzy added, “The competition we have going on at certain spots will

end up getting to our bullpen faster in some games. We have a lot of depth,

The District 5-6A schedule runs from March 15-April 29. Guyer’s schedule is as follows: 3/15 – @ Keller

4/1 – Fossil Ridge

4/19 – @ Timber Creek

3/18 – Keller

4/5 – @ Keller Central

4/22 – Timber Creek

3/22 – @ Northwest

4/8 – Keller Central

4/26 – Ryan

3/24 – Northwest

4/12 – Byron Nelson

4/29 – @ Ryan

3/29 – @ Fossil Ridge 4/15 – @ Byron Nelson

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Pictured above from left to right: Piper, Stacey & Beckett Gow. Pictured right from left to right: Piper and Steve Gow.

UP ministry had a fundraiser on March 5th to raise money for the summer lunch program that provides sack lunches to kids two days a week. Pictured are the two founders, Jennifer Lillis & Kelly Hawkins. UP ministry is a mission of Argyle UMC. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lillis

Harpool Middle School 7th Grade Basketball girls... undefeated season and District Champions! Photos courtesy of Jennifer Browning

Send your precious moments to artwork@ murray-media.com to get them published in our upcoming issue!

Lantana students having fun. Photos courtesy of Kathryn Flores.

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Body and Soul

Striving 2 Share

FOR THE LOVE, EXERCISE by Meredith S. Tittle PT, DPT, OCS

S2S, stands for Sole to Soul because everyday, I experience the intricate science of how our minds and bodies interact.

became a physical therapist because it enables

What can I do to prevent this downward spiral?

while providing care to those with pain, injuries

nowhere to go, these chemicals are wreaking havoc

me to develop rich relationships with others

and trauma. A close connection with someone can really improve your ability to heal. Often, I feel these friendships benefit me more than the patient!” Stress affects our health. According

the

Anxiety

and

Depression

Association of America (ADAA), 70 percent of Americans experience stress daily. When our bodies sense stress, the brain releases chemicals into our bloodstream in order to help us fight potential threats. When our bodies don’t burn them off, many problems can occur: tense muscles, back pain, diarrhea or constipation, headaches and acne.

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Heather Davies, MA, LPC, explains: “With

in terms of the physical manifestations of anxiety. In order to dissipate these chemicals, exercise is

needed!” Unfortunately, only 14 percent of people make use of regular exercise to cope with stress.

Every day we are faced with challenges that keep

us from feeling like our best selves. My husband

can always tell when it’s happening to me. “For the

love,” he will say, “exercise.” It assists me in turning my distress into eustress.

It only takes about 45 minutes, three days a week,

for exercise to help us reduce stress, improving our

mood and our sleep. Even that small commitment

of pushing ourselves physically to distract ourselves

from emotional stress can be a powerful drug – no insurance, no harmful side effects.

Studies prove that exercise and movement in general aid in reducing muscle tension, assist our digestive systems to function properly, encourage better sleep and improve overall health. As a physical therapist, I have a strong desire to heal and nurture. My hope is that at S2S Functional Performance, we are helping our community heal not only physically, but emotionally as well. Most importantly, we care about your passion and want to help you discover what type of exercise provides you the best endorphin relief ! “Train to Live Healthy, Energetic, and Injury Free.” – Meredith S. Tittle PT, DPT, OCS www.s2sperform.com

www.facebook.com/s2sperform

Instagram @s2sperform • Twitter @s2sperform

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