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Lantana Community Events Lantana’s Monster Mile at Rayzor Elementary October 29th, 5:00 - 7:00pm

Contents Table of

Featured Stories and News

Fall Festival at Argyle United Methodist Church October 30th, 4:00 - 6:00pm argyleumc.org/fallfest

EP Rayzor Elementary U-NITE Fall Festival at Harpool Middle School November 4th, 5:30 - 9:00pm Cloud 9 Charities Doug Smith Golf Tournament at Lantana Golf Club November 7th See page 25 for more information Veteran’s Day at Adkins Elementary School November 15th, 8:00am Want to feature your school’s or organization’s event? Contact us at artwork@murray-media.com 6 | LANTANA LIVING | OCTOBER 2016

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

Ask the Experts

Getting Healthy with Trike Bike

Making Cancer Not So Scary

Paying It Forward for Furry Friends

Complete Wellness in 1 Location

Childhood Obesity

Defining Success

Inside Education

Service is Everything

From the Editor

Train Your Brain with Elevate

Learning

A League of Their Own

Sidelines

Restaurant

Gardening

Dr. Matt

Empowering Women

Nutrition

from Lantana

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Where You are Treated Like Family Vets Find Camaraderie

Women’s Wellness

Inside Community

Dog Owners Beware

Lantana Education Foundation

Texas Tops State Recruiting List

Setting Your Compass for Right

Makeover of the Month

Freedom...

LET IT RING! A Message from The Community Editor

“Better to do something imperfectly than it is to do nothing flawlessly” - Robert H. Schuller

In this time of the looming national election and

on. All that said, this is by no means a hall pass for

ring a mass exodus from the mouths of everyone. It is

undeniably at the top of my mind and a thunderous pounding in my heart!

I have been beyond blessed to be encircled by wise

leaders who have served our country and continue to

work tirelessly to help us remember our freedoms and

honor the courageous for their commitments. This is a time to reflect not only on the

award ourselves with the ‘freedom’ to learn and move laziness! Quite frankly, someone that possess an idled behavior on a regular basis is probably not on my Christmas card list … I find the presence of those type of people pretty intolerable.

What if, instead of focusing on always doing it

right, you just jumped in knowing that there is no

failure, only feedback. I recently stumbled into this

extremely freeing ‘movement’ in parallel to parenting. We hold ourselves up to this

freedoms we have been given by

impossible Pinterest-world of

so many sacrifices by our military

perfect teacher gifts, homemade

in this amazing country, but the

Valentines, birthday cakes that

freedoms to which we have within.

could win national awards and

The freedom which we give

enough volunteer hours logged at

ourselves, the freedom to separate

the schools that need a notebook

ourselves from the society and

of their own, all while displaying

the demands of the environment

a face wallpapered by thousand-

around us, the freedom to embrace

dollar

the rebel within us, the freedom to think, feel and experience our own

thoughts. It’s amazing to consider the everyday aspects of our life and

the everyday shackles we impose on ourselves because we think that society might not approve.

Kathryn Flores,

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

When intentionally focused, we have the control

to possess our own internal freedoms from everything

that imprisons us because freedom is its own reward.

wrinkle

creams

and

injections and rockin’ impeccable trend-setting gel nail polish! It’s

a prison so many of us live here in what I call “the bubble”. The

absolute award here goes to

freedom as mothers and parents, to give ourselves a break and allow

flaws both internal and external … imagine what a

liberating feeling! Let’s let go of worrying about whose

We can be the freest, most unstuck, unrestricted,

kid has the most intricate homemade Valentine box or

many: toxic relationships, abuse, soul-crushing jobs,

of us aim for this unattainable, relentless, exhausting,

dreams, the lie of scarcity, fear, regret. These are hurdles,

time has come to give myself a break. This is how we

probably the single most freeing decision we can make.

of surrender that allows us to step into our lives ready

yourself from all constraints of seeking faultlessness

embrace everything with an open heart. It’s from this

and possibilities. We often remind our young boys,

So set yourself free of the nonsense. There is so much

liberated people breathing air. The prisons, they are

who volunteers the most at the schools! Too many

addictions, sorrow, impossible expectations, deferred

magical “rainbows and unicorns” world. For me, the

not prisons.

The willingness to make mistakes is

experience a life of real freedom which results in a kind

When you allow yourself to be imperfect, you free

to receive, completely able to manifest and willing to

and you open yourself up to all kinds of opportunities

place that real magic happens.

that errors in a game, a missed ‘at bat’, an interception,

life out there, so much to see, so much to experience,

These experiences are a repetition in life that allow us

freedom is how to do this thing, this life.

a poor choice or a sharp tongue are not massive failures.

Administration Managing Editor Sub-Editor

an opportunity to improve and we simply MUST

the remembrance of Veteran’s Day, “freedom” seems to

Publisher & Editor Scott & Kelly Murray Jana Melton

’m a big fan of freedom, of wide-open spaces, of

not being confined and imprisoned and stuck.

LantanaLiving.com

Bobbi Byrne

Contributors Steve Gamel Susan Neuhalfen

Advertising Kathryn Flores kathryn@murray-media.com Kelly Murray kelly@murray-media.com

Production Graphic Designers Liz Wallace Stephanie Hansen Caroline Brock Whitney Hill

Photography Eric Priddy 817.907.7040 www.ericpriddy.com

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Local Resident

TURNING HEADS,

Getting Healthy with Trike Bike

by Steve Gamel

f you are a resident of Lantana, or happen to pass through town often on your way to and from work, perhaps you’ve seen this random guy riding around on a funny looking bike.

Chris Byrne is difficult to miss because his “bike” is actually called a trike, and it sticks out like a sore thumb with its two wheels in the back and one in the front. Byrne – who’s practically lying down as he’s riding – bought it two years ago and is well aware that he’s not racking up any cool points. But he’s quick to add that onlookers shouldn’t knock it till they try it. “There’s no way in the world to make this look cool,” Byrne said with a laugh. “But it will catch on.” In the meantime, Byrne is OK with being different. He’s dropped 45 to 50 pounds riding his trike thanks to religious workouts around town. He’s also competed in various rides throughout Texas, including at Texas Motor Speedway, Paris, Texas and the Hotter’N Hell race in Wichita Falls where he rode for 100 miles. He estimates that he’s racked up around 5,000 miles in two years. It all started two years ago when one of Byrne’s neighbors took up bike riding as a hobby. He lost a ton of weight and, because of that sharp transformation, motivated the rest of the neighborhood in the process. Before Byrne knew it, he was the only one without a bike. “I was getting a ton of peer pressure, but riding a bike just wasn’t my thing. It wasn’t natural for me,” Byrne said. “My back would hurt, my shoulders would hurt – and most importantly, my butt would hurt.” But he knew he had to get his buddies off his back somehow. And that’s when he found a trike. 8 | LANTANA LIVING | OCTOBER 2016

“Without even riding it first, I walked right in and bought it,” Byrne said. “I could lie down and it didn’t have one of those tiny bike seats. I joke that if it came with a TV and a remote, it’d be even better.” Surprisingly, the trike matches up fairly well with traditional bikes. Byrne averages about 18 to 19 miles per hour on any given ride, and even though it’s more difficult to ride uphill as opposed to riding a traditional bike, he can get up to 35-40 miles per hour going downhill. And while he’s the only one around Lantana who owns a trike, Byrne said he’s seen plenty of them at rides. For Byrne, it’s all in a day’s work. And the fun part is all the weird looks he gets. “There’s been people who think I’m handicapped,” Byrne said. “I’ve had people stop me, honk at me and give me funny looks. Even cars give me an entire lane. Nobody has ever looked at it and hasn’t looked twice.” He added, “To ride this thing, you have to be pretty secure. I like to joke that this is like snowboarding was in the 1980s. It will catch on. I take a ton of ribbing from my buddies, and I get it. But anyone that gets on this thing would seriously question why they still ride a regular bike.”

...the fun part is all the weird looks he gets.

...BYRNE IS OK WITH BEING DIFFERENT. HE’S DROPPED 45 TO 50 POUNDS RIDING HIS TRIKE THANKS TO RELIGIOUS WORKOUTS AROUND TOWN.

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Making Cancer

Not So Scary by Susan Neuhalfen

xplaining cancer to children can be a very touchy subject. That’s why when Mrs. Melisa O’Rear, the librarian at Adkins Elementary School found out that she had breast cancer, she decided to be as transparent and real with the kids as possible so that they could go through her journey with her, without the secrets and the fears that usually accompany such a tough road.

It all began with an email from Principal Emily McLarty to the parents of the children at Adkins Elementary telling them about the O’Rear’s condition. “She wants to be honest with them as things come up, such as a change in her hair or level of energy,” one line of the email stated from the principal. Honest is an understatement. She started the year with a full head of hair, but when it began to fall out, she shaved it and wore a scarf and then purchased a blond wig which she calls “Leah”. She introduced the children to Leah. Mrs. O’Rear was not blond before so this has been a noticeable change in her appearance. She has made certain that they are not afraid to ask her how she is feeling and for her to be equally as honest in her answers.

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“Cancer changes you physically so she can’t

hide it,” said Mrs. Melissa Pittillo, the school

counselor and also is a cancer survivor. “She’s

Questions she hears include: Q: Is that a wig? A: Yes, and my hair will grow back, I just don’t know what color it will be. Q: What’s wrong with your face? A: It’s just acne-induced chemo. Q: Do you have the bad cancer? A: It’s all bad, but I’m going to beat it.

open about any questions they have and even

though you think the little ones would be scared, she’s made them very comfortable.”

She tells them that the side effects they see just means that the treatment is working. Mrs. O’Rear laughs about some of the questions that she hears especially from the younger kids. “My husband always says ‘Who knows what today’s going to bring?’” she laughs as she thinks about the funny questions and random acts of kindness that the children. “The main thing I want them to understand is that they can’t catch this,” said O’Rear. “I don’t want them to think this is like a virus.” Pittillo talked about some of the more positive things that have occurred. For example, one student who really struggled in school last year, had turned things around this summer with mentor. When he got a 4 on a common assessment, Pittillo encouraged the student to show his good grade to Mrs. O’Rear.

O’Rear, of course, was thrilled with his progress and believes the encouragement has kept him on the right track this year. “You’re helping her by making good choices,” Pittillo told the student. “When she has her next treatment she’s going to think about you and it’s going to give her a little more energy at that moment.” O’Rear talked about another student who brought her a pink donut with pink sprinkles. He quietly told her that he and his family were praying for her. “I thanked him for the donut and even more for the prayers,” said O’Rear. “I’m finding that the shy kids are really in touch with what’s happening.” Every other Friday the students and teachers gather near the library, or what they call the learning commons, to pray for Mrs. O’Rear. These are the days when she gets her chemo treatments. Without being prompted, all of the kids have made cards and drawings. Last year, O’Rear had a sewing club after school and all of them came together to make her a quilt. Even the kids who had gone on to Harpool Middle School came to present it to her.

“It’s amazing,” she said emotionally. “Chemo

is like being cold from the inside out so it’s been wonderful to have.”

Each of the kids had designed

their own square and the center of the quilt was a

t-shirt from the sewing

club last year. Together they

had

designed

many service projects

last

year

pillowcases

including

for

Cook

Children’s Hospital, adult

bibs for a memory care facility

in Denton, and tooth fairy pillows for

children in need.

“The mission of Adkins Elementary is to learn

connect and serve,” said O’Rear. “These kids continue to live that.”

Without being prompted, all of the kids have made cards and drawings.

O’Rear

the

months

summed

encouragement,

prayers, love,

chemo and questions in one succinct phrase:

“The main thing I want

these kids to understand is to not be afraid,” said O’Rear. Pittillo

echoed

the

sentiments. “It’s much better to keep this in the

open than to say it’s not a big deal,” pointed out the Pittillo, “You don’t want to lose that trust.”

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Paying It Forward for Furry Friends

by Susan Neuhalfen

antanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Summer Saye just recently celebrated her 8th birthday. For a generation who is used to bringing presents, playing in a controlled environment and leaving with a gift bag, she decided she wanted to do things a little differently this year. She requested that in lieu of a birthday gift for

her, she asked that her friends bring a donation to

benefit her favorite charity, Ranch Hand Rescue. Ranch Hand Rescue is an area farm animal

rescue center that provides mental health counseling for children suffering from traumatic

life experiences. According to Bob Williams who

started Ranch Hand Rescue they have found a profound connection between animals who have

suffered abuse and people (primarily children)

who have suffered abuse. The two build a trust and the healing begins. photos courtesy of Lee Ann Saye

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When asked what inspired the Blanton

Elementary third grader to give up the traditional

birthday gifts and instead ask for donations to Ranch Hand Rescue it actually was her Mom’s suggestion to consider doing this as a change. “At

first

she

was

hesitant, I mean what

kid wouldn’t want more

gifts on her birthday?” said her mom Lee Ann. “But she’s so passionate

about animals she came

that would not have been kept at traditional ranches because of their physical limitations

as a result of abuse

She requested that in lieu of a birthday gift for her, she asked that her friends bring a donation to benefit her favorite charity, Ranch Hand Rescue.

around pretty quickly.”

When asked why they chose Ranch Hand

Rescue as the beneficiary her mother explained that they had wanted a local charity and had

donated to Ranch Hand Rescue in the past. Having boarded their dog at American Pet Spa, Summer knew all about Midnite, the miniature horse also known as the horse of hope. Midnite is the first animal in the world to receive a prosthetic leg without amputation.

At Ranch Hand Rescue, Bob Williams’

philosophy is that all life is precious and when

they told him that Midnite would have to be euthanized, he wouldn’t hear of it. All of

the animals at Ranch Hand Rescue are ones

and neglect. Williams found a new purpose

for these animals and continues

rescue

them today. When asked how her friends reacted to the idea Summer said they were “super happy and really excited” about getting gifts for the animals. From the beginning, the Sayes involved the owners of Argyle Feed and Hardware to make sure the gift transition went smoothly. The Raynors, who own the store and whose daughter is good friends with Summer, sent Bob Williams the invitation so that he knew what they were planning. Summer ended up receiving gift cards and cash totaling $400, along with pet food donations. Most of the gift cards

were purchased at Argyle Feed, so on September 10th she met Bob Williams from Ranch Hand Rescue and handed over the gift cards, cash and pet food donations. He, in turn, asked her for a little more help. “He asked me to pick out some items for the animals like a new halter for Midnite,” she said excitedly. “So I picked out a turquoise blue halter—something that I thought would match a black horse.” When asked how she enjoyed meeting Mr. Williams, she said: “I actually enjoyed meeting him because he was really nice.” After the party, the Sayes sent pictures to everyone in attendance so they could see what their money had purchased. “Everyone was so generous,” said Lee Ann. “We were amazed by the generous donations from our friends in the community who went out of their way to benefit such a great local organization.”

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COMPLETE WELLNESS IN ONE LOCATION

by Susan Neuhalfen

ouldn’t it be great if you could go to one doctor for everything? Someone who does a full panel, giving you a complete view of your health status all at once and then putting together a plan not just for wellness, but for prevention? Sounds too good to be true?

Meet Dr. Bradley Axline. He’s a board

certified OB/GYN whose mission is to utilize the latest medical technology in order to prevent

disease and optimize lifelong health. He uses a multifaceted approach to accomplish this which

begins with a full workup of tests including cardiac and hormonal testing.

“More than once he has found the existence

of thyroid cancer in patients by utilizing some of these tests,” said Meredith Axline, an RN and

the wife of Dr. Axline. “This may not have been caught at your typical gynecological appointment with limited testings”

By performing an entire list of tests that could

include a basic complete blood count and could

be more extensive to include a cardiac panel, hormone panel, or even insulin and insulin

resistance testing, Dr. Axline may get a thorough view of a patient’s health status and recommend

the wellness services needed. His tests serve to not only help prevent disease, but he does a complete metabolic profile on his patients to

grade nutraceutical supplements if necessary and

any additional services available to get them to optimal health. He will present an entire wellness plan custom to each individual patient and make

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Cloud 9 Charities

Partners with

Doug Smith Memorial

by Dawn Sprayman, Vice President of Cloud 9 Charities

loud 9 Charities is pleased to announce that they have partnered with The Doug Smith Memorial Fund for the 2nd Annual Golf & Giving to be held at Lantana Golf Club on Monday, November 7, 2016. The golf scramble begins at 9:00 am and includes breakfast, lunch, drawings and fun. Registration for a single player is only $145.00. This is the 2nd year Cloud 9 will host a charity golf

event, with the 2015 Golf & Giving reporting a sold

out event with thousands of dollars raised to fund

many local non-profits that benefit many families in our local community.

“With the amazing community support for Cloud

9 and Doug Smith Memorial, we feel this year’s event

will be an even bigger success,” said Stacey Mahieu, Cloud 9 Charities President.

The Doug Smith Memorial Fund was started to

honor Doug Smith, a long time Lewisville community

leader who was diagnosed and then passed very

quickly from cancer in July of 2014. Doug was a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Marriage

and Family Therapist who started the Community Counseling Center in Lewisville in 1992.

Doug

counseled many individuals in addition to leading support

marriage

and

counseling,

groups, family

counseling, and presented many

workshops for personal growth

would often reach into his own wallet to give them needed funds or would raise the money to help their families out. After Doug passed in 2014, many of his friends and clients wanted to honor his memory and help continue the wonderful work

GIVING & GOLF

that he started.

The Doug

Smith Memorial Fund was

Presented by Cloud9 Charities

established to provide (A)

would often encourage (and

Doug Smith Memorial Golf Tournament

in need, but unable to afford

wanted to go back to college to

November 7th

and development.

Doug valued education and

help fund) those clients who

earn their degree. He helped many

teachers,

counselors,

single parents who want to go lives and help their families. To date, The Doug Smith

a chiropractor, and even an

Doug often worked with clients who could not pay a

it and (B) Scholarships for back to college to better their

attorney obtain their degrees.

Counseling for those who are

Memorial Fund has held one golf event and was able to help a family in need as well

fee but were hurting and in need of counseling. Local

as donate to the Community Counseling Center.

Not only did Doug counsel these people for free, he

who is out there working to provide services for families

churches and the CCA would direct families to him.

“We are excited to partner with such a great group in our community”, said Kim Cloud founder of Cloud 9 Charities…. “Anytime two groups can come together with one mission to help, you know powerful things will happen”. There are still sponsorships and golf teams available for the golf scramble. For more information or to register for the event contact Allison Fifer, Cloud 9 Charities Board Member at Allison@plwest.net or call 940.765.2684.

Doug Smith

The Doug Smith Memorial Fund is a 501 (c-3) organization that raises money to provide licensed professional family counseling for families who cannot afford it and scholarships for single parents to attend college. To find out more about The Doug Smith Memorial Fund call Bonita Smith at 214.228.3665.

Cloud 9 Charities is a 501(c-3) organization that raises money for local non-profits who require additional funding to serve the needs of local families. By producing large community events Cloud 9 has raised over 2.3 million dollars for these charities since 2004. To find out more about Cloud 9 Charities call 214.415.4806 or go to www.cloud9charities.org

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Train Your Brain with

ELEVATE

Ready to feel like an idiot who doesn’t know anything? I thought so!

downloaded the app, Elevate, on the recommendation of one of my friends. It’s one of the top apps of 2016 and was selected by Apple as the 2014 App of the Year. The app is advertised as “your personal brain

trainer.” The idea is that just like you work out with a trainer for your body, you should have one

for your brain. The app claims that it trains the 40

skills you need most in reading comprehension, math, spelling, listening, memory, pronunciation, and writing. I’m mainly excited to use this app

because I’d like to calculate a tip, or a 40% off-sale in my head, without having to use my phone

When you download the app, you will fill out

some information to sign up, and it immediately takes you through a series of tests to access your current skill level in these areas. Everything was fine and dandy

just think more quickly, and more clearly?

I think the real test will be if you can use

this app with screaming children in the room. Anyway, sit right down and join me for a slice of humble pie.

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The app tracks your progress and shows you the

improvements you’ve made, making you feel

smarter than when you started (or, at least it did in my case).

until I was asked, “What is 74 x

When Elevate is training my

6?” without using a calculator or a

brain, it actually feels like I’m

paper and pencil. I confess that it

took longer than I care to admit to answer that question in my head.

Just like a trainer who coaches and

encourages your physical strength, the app

pushes out training notifications to motivate your mental strength. And, just like dedicated

playing a game, and now Elevate has

become my “go to boredom buster.” I

can do a few quick exercises while I am

standing in line at the grocery store, or waiting

at the bank. Just a few exercises a day stretches the brain and makes it work better. It helps

you improve the things that maybe you were never good at, or that you haven’t practiced in

Just like dedicated hours at the gym, this app encourages you to carve out time to train your brain to work faster, better, and more efficiently. calculator. And, honestly who doesn’t want to

mental illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s Disease.

hours at the gym, this app encourages you to

carve out time to train your brain to work faster,

a long time.

A free version of Elevate is available in the

Apple and Google Play stores.

Christine Olmstead of Distillery Creative

better, and more efficiently. The benefits of using

Christine is the lead designer at Distillery Creative,

work and daily activities at a higher level. Studies

web and print design for small businesses.

a brain trainer are being able to engage with your

a local graphic design firm that specializes in custom

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A League

OF THEIR OWN One of their projects this year is to help Lantana resident Sadie Keller collect toys for leven years ago the Lantana’s Ladies League scheduled its first meeting. It was a social Sadie’s Sleigh 2.0. A third grader, Sadie has gathering designed to meet neighbors and come together for a common cause—doing leukemia and began a Christmas toy drive for charity work for local Denton County women’s and children’s charities. Though today the kids at Children’s Medical Center in Dallas. they still continue their original objective, it has grown into so much more. The Lantana Ladies League is hoping for a big “We had over 100 show up at our first meeting in Denton County, continuing the same mission turnout this year during Cookies with Santa on December 3 where they will collect toys for the this year,” said Heather Shimala, president of the that they put into place 11 years ago. They kicked off their first meeting of the drive. Last year, Sadie far surpassed her goal of Lantana Ladies League. “It’s really developed 2016-2017 season by collecting food as well as 300 presents to collect 1,300. into something big.” “This year the goal is 3,000 presents,” explained In fact, about 150 women now belong and making a $500 donation for Kids Kupboard, a in addition to their volunteer work, they also Lantana based charity which provides additional Shimala.”We’ll be collecting toys at my business have 20 special interest groups (SIGs) within food for the children at Adkins, Blanton and (Shimala Realty Group), MidAmerica Mortgage the league which include wine clubs, moms’ McNair Elementary schools. Every week, Kids in Flower Mound, Lawyers Title in Flower Mound, Primrose School in groups, book clubs, several different game groups Kupboard packs non-perishable Lantana, Lantana Eye Care food items for kids to take home (i.e. bunco, dominoes, bridge), stitching groups, We are still and the Starbucks in the from school on Fridays so that lunch and dinner groups and more. women who share a Lantana Town Center. Any “There’s something for everyone here, they will have food to eat over passion of coming other interested businesses can regardless of interest,” said Shimala. “It’s a great the weekend. contact me as well.” “The enormous generosity of place to get to know your neighbors and make together for local The Lantana Ladies League the Lantana Ladies League has good friends.” charities. is really about two things: Non-Lantana residents are allowed to join been a huge blessing to our Kids as well. According to their website, they have Kupboard Ministry,” said Lara Lopez, founder having fun and helping others. They do a lot of members from surrounding communities as far of Kids Kupboard Ministries. “Thanks to these both and they do it well. Over the last year alone wonderful ladies, we are starting the year with they raised over $10,000 for area charities—and out as Corinth in the group. Still, every month, they have an event that so much food I had to have some of my helpers they take the summer off ! This year they already supports local women’s and children’s charities come organize it all for me.” have an incredible line up of events planned:

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photography by Germaine Photography

by Susan Neuhalfen

NOVEMBER 5TH Casino Night Amongst the Stars (donation to Kyle’s Place) DECEMBER 3RD Cookies with Santa Toy Drive (benefiting Sadie’s Sleigh 2.0) JANUARY 17TH Painting with a Twist (Social Event) FEBRUARY 21ST Mardis Gras Bunco (donations to YoungLife Denton) MARCH 21ST Grapes to Wine Spring Break Social (Social event) APRIL 18TH The Amazing Race (donations to CASA Denton) Reanna Wallace, the former president of the Lantana Ladies League believes the group has remained true to its roots, it has just gotten bigger and better as time goes on. “We are still women who share a passion of coming together for local charities,” she said. “I’ve met a lot of great women in the last eight years and some I now consider good, close friends.” When asked what advice she would give to women interested in joining, she recounted her first time attending the meeting. “I sat down at a table with a group of ladies I had never met,” she recalled. “Everyone was so welcoming and it’s the same today.” Wallace also said that it’s great to attend events like Casino Night which is open to the public. It is her favorite event because she and her husband play the craps tables, blackjack, roulette and the more money you spend, the more chances you have to win the incredible raffle prizes. She said her husband hems and haws about going, but once he’s there, he has a blast. Shimala agreed that she loves Casino Night which is coming up November 5th at the Lantana Country Club. Tickets may be purchased at LantanaLadiesLeague.com. When asked her favorite thing about the Lantana Ladies League, Shimala said that that was the easiest question she’d been asked so far. “I love being able to help the local community charities while making friends and connecting people,” said Shimala. “Lifelong friendships start with the Lantana Ladies League.”

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TITENSOR

DENTAL Where You Are Treated Like

Family by Susan Neuhalfen

hen you meet the Titensor family – both the immediate and

the dental practice family - it is hard

to imagine a more cohesive unit. Dr. Steven Titensor came out of dental

school, started his practice, and the rest is history.

In reality, it is a lot more complicated than

that. Believe it or not, the story begins with a

California boy that left his west coast roots and came here to Texas because he was a Dallas

Cowboys fan. Okay, that’s not exactly accurate. He was a fan of one Cowboy in particular, his brother. Glen Titensor was an offensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys from 1981-1989.

Once Dr. Titensor graduated from Baylor

College of Dentistry in 1986 as a general dentist, he joined a practice with a few other dentists located across the street from the Cowboys training facility in Valley Ranch and became the

dentist for many of the Dallas Cowboys players. This was the beginning of his career and a very fun experience for both Steve and his wife, Lisa.

When a dental office opened up a few

years later just across the street from the

Texas Instruments building in Lewisville, the Titensors saw it as an opportunity to branch out on their own.

“It was a great run and we had wonderful

clientele at Texas Instruments,” said Lisa. “Then

after several years, Texas Instruments shut that location down and relocated elsewhere. We Steven W. Titensor, DDS, PA

Brett Titensor, DDS

decided at that time to relocate down the street to our favorite city of Flower Mound.”

photography by Eric Priddy Photography

The two constants in all of this change were

his father. “I got the opportunity to learn from

passion for continuing education. 30 years later,

of cars, outdoors and a talent for art, especially

their dedication to their family and Dr. Titensor’s

the best right out of school.” They share a love

A patient can receive all their dental treatment under one roof, provided by highly trained dentists. those are still the same two pillars upon which the practice and his family are built.

“He has always had the desire to reach

for excellence in continually taking classes

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Two of their four kids became involved in

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Restaurant Review

Yummy

Goes to by contributing writer

oey O’s is the local hot spot for sandwiches. They cater to everyone from sports teams to business events. Chances are you’ve already eaten Joey O’s and don’t even know it.

The restaurant itself is very casual and is more of a grab and go place than a dazzling restaurant, so your eyes may not be overwhelmed in awe, but your stomach will be. They’re known for some of the best quality sandwiches and for a good reason. The bread is fresh, light and fluffy with quality meat you just don’t get at a normal quick and easy sandwich shop. Their sandwiches are heartier than most places, so you’ll be satisfied, in fact you might not be able to stop eating.

Their Italian sub is one of our favorites, but you really can’t go wrong with any of their selections. Even their dressing has a higher quality about it, especially their ever popular house dressing. It will become an addiction. It’s light pink in color and tastes similar to a vinaigrette dressing, but with a sweet refreshing flavor to it. It pairs well with any sandwich, and If you’re catering to a group we highly recommend you get extra of this dressing. Seriously, lots of it.

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— Whitney H.

You just can’t go wrong with this place. You have to try everything, especially the COOKIES, because you won’t be able to eat just one. It has a crunchy outer edge with a gooey center that will ease all your life troubles. Joey O’s is just down to earth good. No wonder they are the go-to catering hot spot for sandwiches. If you haven’t tried a Joey O’s sub you definitely should.

940.497.2530 • theoriginaljoeyos.com 4271 FM2181, #308 • Corinth, TX 76210

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Troubled Vets Find Help Through

CAMARADERIE

and County Court

R’S

EDITO

PICK 2016

by Susan Neuhalfen

eterans who are in trouble with the law are finally getting the help they need. The Veterans Treatment Court Program in Denton County is specifically designed for veterans who have a criminal case or charge pending in Denton County to help them get treatment in order to resume productive lives.

The program began in 2008 when the Center

they won’t send them here but for most veterans

Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom suffer

ways to decrease the number of veterans who

abuse charges, it forces them to get the treatment

return from their tours unable to handle the

for Mental Health Service began investigating were getting in trouble with the law. Instead of focusing on the punishment, they decided

to center the program on providing

veterans with the treatment pertinent to their experiences.

In order for a veteran to qualify for the

program, in addition to having a charge or case in Denton County, one must be

in active duty or separated from military service and have an injury, disorder or trauma resulting from that service.

they need.”

from a substance abuse issue. Many veterans

experience. When veterans from Vietnam and

earlier tours came back the mental health

“The peer to peer support is great because they have someone to talk to even after they graduate,” said Roy. “We’ve found that camaraderie helps them to work out other issues, too.”

“Depending on the charge, the DA

makes the decision to send them to Veterans

Court,” said Roy who acts as a mentor in the

program. “If it’s too violent a crime obviously

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who have something like DWIs or substance

system did not know how to identify

PTSD or mental disorders and, in turn, did not know how to treat them so many were in trouble and incarcerated. Now they are working toward solutions for

veterans which is where other military personnel, like Roy, come in.

Veteran Treatment Court is held in

County Criminal Court No. 3 under the direction of the Denton County Judge

One in five veterans has symptoms of a mental

David D. Garcia. There are three phases to the

six veterans who served in Operation Enduring

from the program. They must attend bi-monthly

health disorder or cognitive impairment. One in

treatment before the veterans may graduate

meetings with a judge, mandatory treatment sessions and random testing for substance use. “The curriculum is very strict,” said Roy. “They will also provide counseling for the family members if necessary.”

who holds a meeting every Monday night and many choose to go there and talk with other members of the military instead of general program like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Bob Wands is the veteran who started this substance abuse program in Denton County— the first one of its kind - and many have followed suit. “There is a lot of peer support in these groups because these people have all been through similar experiences,” said Roy. “Many come to the class even after they graduate.” In addition to their meeting with the judge and attending counseling, each veteran is assigned a mentor which is where people like Mark Roy come in. They have to check in weekly with their mentor though Roy says many check in with him every day. Sometimes they just call to vent, sometimes they need advice or encouragement. The mentors are required to report the veteran if he or she does

ONE IN FIVE VETERANS

has symptoms of a mental health disorder or cognitive impairment. They begin with counseling almost immediately. For those with drug and alcohol addictions, they will meet with a substance abuse counselor. There is one Marine Corp Leaguer

not contact the mentor at the time designated. Roy said that they have a lot of mentors and at least three are Vietnam Vets which is fortunate

for the older veterans looking for someone who understands.

“The peer to peer support is great because they

have someone to talk to even after they graduate,” said Roy. “We’ve found that camaraderie helps them to work out other issues, too.”

Instead of focusing on the punishment, they decided to center the program on providing veterans with the treatment pertinent to their experiences. If all of the requirements are completed and

the veterans graduate from the program, the

record is expunged of the charge and they are ready to begin a new life.

Roy says he and the others involved make sure

to attend every graduation.

“It’s such a celebration for all of us when

they graduate,” said Roy. “We’re all brothers and sisters. We want them to succeed.”

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AND Here Comes That

October Air

Gardening

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

W photos courtesy of PJ Kratohvil

alking the kids to the park, grabbing dinner on the patio, everything is more enjoyable when the weather is right. For us patio season is in full swing, our Landscape crews are starting to get booked out and the maintenance guys are hard at work getting beds cleaned out in preparation for fall

color! Very exiting time of year to be in the business. 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: • 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. LANDSCAPES: • 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 towards a shredded mulch vs. bark 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 the brick line so you don’t chance having rainwater get in the weep holes during a rain event). • Oct. thru Dec. is a great time to 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 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. OCTOBER 2016 | LANTANA LIVING | 41

B Women Wellness

reast

CANCER by Dr. Sylvie Paroski, MD FACOG of Women’s Wellness at Flower Mound

reast cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in American women. Therefore, knowledge of breast health is critical for every woman. Mammography has been the primary screening tool for early detection of breast cancer for more than five decades. Advances in mammography and treatment of breast cancer have contributed to a 30% reduction in breast cancer mortality since 1990. Conventional mammography has sensitivity and specificity limitations with a sensitivity of 77-95% and a specificity of 94-97%.

Alternative breast imaging modalities Patients with a positive genetic screening are being developed to improve diagnosis. (such as BRCA), a strong family history of breast Some of these alternatives include digital cancer or ovarian cancer, or a history of prior mammography, ultrasonography, magnetic chest radiation therapy are at a 20% or greater resonance imaging (MRI) and 3-D digital breast lifetime risk of developing breast cancer. The tomosynthesis. Ultrasonography of the breast American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends can be used for breast cancer screening as well annual screening using MRI in addition to as diagnosis after an abnormal mammogram. mammograms beginning at age 30 for women MRI will detect more breast cancer than at high risk of breast cancer. Genetic screening traditional mammography; however, because for breast and other related cancers is becoming of its sensitivity, there is an increased risk of more available and affordable. biopsies, many of which will be ultimately Take control of your health. Mammography negative. Three-D digital breast tomosynthesis and genetic testing can make a difference. We provides increased breast cancer detection while offer genetic testing in our office. Please consult decreasing the chance of biopsies and recalls for with your health care provider today and work abnormal mammograms. together to optimize your health.

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Screening Mammogram Recommendations For the General Population The American Cancer Society (ACS) ages 40 - 44 Begin annual screening ages 45 - 54 Annual mammograms ages 55 & and older mammograms every 2 yrs Screening should continue as long as a woman is in good health and is expected to live 10 years or more.

The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) ages 40 - 49 Begin annual screening ages 50 - 74 Screening every 2 years

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) age 40 Begin annual mammography as long as a woman is in good health

Dr. Sylvie Paroski, MD FACOG

Women’s Wellness at Flower Mound 972.355.9436 3051 Churchill Dr., Ste. 220 Flower Mound, TX 75022 www.womenswellnessfm.com

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Lantana Community Market Scheduled For November 12

Wildcats Are Halfway Through Their Winning Season

The Lantana Community Market will be open for business on Saturday, November 12th from 10am-2pm on the Town Green. Residentowned businesses, resident organizations and clubs may come out and share the hobbies, crafts or wares to their neighbors. If you are interested in securing a booth for this event, contact aslovak@insightam.com.

The Lantana Wildcats Youth Football Association is already halfway through the regular season with just a few more weeks before they head into the playoffs. The 5th grade and 6th grade teams continue to win. The 5th grade team held on to a win by stopping Southlake on a 4th and goal play to secure a 26-24 victory and are 4-0. The 6th grade team won big over Denton, who is new to the league, with a 42-7 and is still undefeated. The 3rd grade team won a great game winning 21-0 with the shutout. The youth flag team had a wonderful 48-12 victory over Coppell. The 4th grade and 2nd grade took tough losses, but are at .500 so far this season. The 5th grade Junior Wildcats got to have a ”run through” the tunnel with the Denton Guyer football team at their homecoming game on Friday, October 7. This was a great experience for the young players as well as an exciting game to watch. There is a Pep Rally scheduled for Wednesday, October 26th. There will be raffles and door prizes so families and sponsors are encouraged to save the date.

Denton Country Friends Of The Family Kick-Off Social The DCFOF Women’s Auxiliary Kick-Off Social is happening on Thursday, October 27 at the Lantana Golf Club. Come join this powerhouse of women invested in creating a community of awareness for the victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The invitation is open to any women who wants to make a difference. The event is free to attend. RSVP to Events@dcfof.org

Learn To Make Party Punches For The Holidays Elixir Cocktail Catering will be hosting a new type of mixology class just in time for the holidays. Learn to make different party punches for your holiday get togethers on Monday, October 24 at 7pm in the North Group Fitness Room. The cost is $7 and you’ll need to register to get your spot by emailing aslovak@insightam.com. This is a great way to add to your holiday parties so register today!

Wags & Whiskers Pet Adoption Saturday, November 5 come on out and check out Fido and Fluffy at the Wags and Whiskers Pet Adoption and Family Event. It will all take place on the Lantana Town Green from 12pm-3pm.

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Dog Owners

BEWARE

by Susan Neuhalfen

If you are a dog owner or a livestock owner or both, you might want to pay attention.

eptospirosis is once again making an appearance in Denton County. Although it’s been around for many years, cases in indoor dogs have been recently seen by area veterinarians.

specialty care at an emergency/24 hour hospital,”

said Dr. Schoelkopf. “We are still following up with both dogs.”

If dogs are up to date on their yearly

Leptospirosis vaccination, they should be covered

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that affects

animals and sometimes humans. The disease is

most likely spread through the urine of an infected

animal. Animals may get it through wading,

drinking or swimming in contaminated water. Infected animals include rodents, opossums, pigs, cows and dogs.

home and lick their paws which is a common way that they develop Leptospirosis. Without treatment Leptospirosis can lead to kidney damage, meningitis, liver failure, respiratory distress and even death. Some symptoms displayed by animals with Leptospirosis include fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, refusal to eat, severe weakness and depression, stiffness, severe muscle pain, notable increase/decrease in urination/drinking and jaundice. Humans that have come in contact with the dogs may also need to be tested in case they, too, made contact with the contaminated water or the urine of the contaminated animal. Cats appear to be less susceptible. “The owners of a recent case we saw had enough exposure to their dog’s urine that they did see their own physician for prophylactic antibiotic treatment for all members of the family,” said Dr. Schoelkopf.

Some symptoms displayed by animals with Leptospirosis include fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, refusal to eat, severe weakness and depression, stiffness, severe muscle pain, notable increase/decrease in urination/drinking and jaundice.

According to Dr. Lorien Schoelkopf of Animal

Medical Center of Highland Village, Leptospirosis

is not considered a standard vaccine in most clinics, though it is strongly urged that dog owners protect

against it as it is becoming more common in the

area and not among the types of dogs that would normally contract it.

“Individual hospitals are choosing to make

it part of their "core" protocol if they are in an area where Leptospirosis is not only commonly

found, but they have seen clinical cases,” explained Schoelkopf. “We have altered our recommendations here at Animal Medical Center of Highland Village due to recent cases seen in

our hospital in dogs not considered "high risk" for the disease.”

Schoelkopf has recently treated two dogs, one

a Dachshund and another a Yorkie, which were

both indoor dogs. Leptospirosis used to be only

for the Leptospirosis strains that have been found in the North Texas area, which now appears to be an endemic area for Leptospirosis.

Dr. Jon McClain of the Bartonville Veterinary

Center has also seen a recent cases of Leptospirosis in indoor dogs and says they, too, made it part of their annual vaccine package.

“There used to be only one strain and now there

are seven,” said Dr. McClain about Leptospirosis.

Although it doesn’t appear to be a major concern at this time, veterinarians warn that pet owners should be cognizant of the symptoms. “The good news is that there are only five common strains,” said Dr. McClain. “Now that we have it narrowed down we can do a better job of treating Leptospirosis.”

“Because Leptospirosis is a bacteria and not a virus it needs to be addressed annually.”

Dr. McClain gave an example of

how a rodent may urinate in the backyard or in a green area of a subdivision. Dogs may walk in that area and then come

common among particular hunting breeds and

farm dogs which are used to swimming and running in wild outdoor settings. The fact that these indoor dogs had contracted the disease came as a surprise not only to the owners but to the veterinary clinics as well.

“The Dachshund recovered

well after hospitalization with us

but the Yorkie was critically ill and required

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Dr. Matt

The

Mysterious TOOTHACHE

alloween is a holiday full of mystery. Children and adults alike take advantage of the mystery of unknown as they conceal themselves in peculiar costumes and disguises.

There is also the mystery of the supernatural, with themes of mysticism and paranormal all around. Then there is the greatest mystery of them all: under whose great inspiration did we all decide to dispense colossal amounts of toothache pills to children right form our doorsteps?! Well, I may be somewhat biased on the last mystery, but the truth is, even a toothache can be a bit of a mystery, if not properly diagnosed, as I explain in this article. There are many causes of dental pain, and not all of them express themselves in ways that are readily recognizable. With regards to the tooth

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itself, there are several etiologies that can cause

sensitivity. Trauma to the tooth that results in a fracture of the outer and inner layers of a tooth allows stimuli like temperature and moisture to cause pain. Inflammation of the pulpal tissue of the tooth, which contains vessels and nerves, may

be the cause of a toothache. Pulpal inflammation can occur as a result of exposing the dental pulp to excessive temperature, chemical or mechanical

stimuli, or tooth decay causing bacteria. This inflammatory

infectious

reaction

can

spread into the surrounding bone resulting in a dental abscess.

Tooth pain can also be caused by structures

surrounding the tooth. Heavy biting can cause bruising of the periodontal ligament surrounding

the tooth that can develop sensitivity to pressure or temperature. Foreign substances like food

or bacteria around the gum tissue can cause the

same sensitivity. Even pressure from sinuses can lead to generalized tooth pain. Though many times it is easy to recognize the cause of tooth pain, there are times that making the diagnosis can be difficult. In those situations, it is best to monitor the symptoms until the cause becomes more evident before making decisions about treatment that may be irreversible. In most cases, the origin of the discomfort will eventually emerge. It is important to remember that most dental disease does not remedy itself. So see your dentist soon and often!

Happy Halloween, and happy smiling!

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

What Exactly is the

Lantana Education Foundation? by Susan Neuhalfen

he Lantana Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that was established by the original developer, Republic Property Group, at the time when Lantana was built. The Foundation funds educational programs as well as other charitable endeavors using money from the sale of land and homes in the many Lantana subdivisions. The way it works is that one half of one percent on every piece of real estate sold or transferred in Lantana goes directly to the fund. It is paid by the developer at the time of the lot sale, the builder at home sale, and the resident at re-sale. Every time a piece of property changes hands in Lantana, the seller must pay 0.5% of the sales price as a special educational assessment. For example, a $200,000 transaction will require a $1,000 payment into the education fund. The seller may also obtain the tax write off for that donation. So as long as houses are selling, there is money coming in. The money then goes to supporting the infrastructure and activities in Lantana. It used to be that when it was established in 2000, the funds could be donated for any charitable, religious, scientific, literary or educational purposes, either directly or by contributions to other charitable organizations. However, after House Bill 8 was passed in 2013, the funds must stay on the encumbering property or, in laymen’s terms, within the Lantana area limits. There are three board members for the Foundation appointed by the current developer, Forestar Group USA, who make the decisions on where the money will go. These board members represent the developers. All money

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donated must be approved by the three board members and must be used strictly for the Lantana community.

without compensation.

The members serve

“This really and truly gives back to the Lantana

community,” said Tara Boswell, a board member

of the Foundation who is also a Lantana resident. “I’ve bought and sold four houses here so I’ve donated 3 times already.”

Since its inception, the Foundation has

donated over $6 million to Denton ISD to build

the three elementary schools in Lantana that would otherwise would have been completely

According to www.Lantanatx.com, the Foundation provides for cultural, educational, charitable, recreational, environmental, and conservation activities and infrastructure that directly benefits Lantana. This means that Lantana based 501(c)(3) organizations have an opportunity to apply for some of this money. A great example of this is the Lantana Wildcats Youth Football Association who benefits from the foundation. The league offers flag and tackle football programs for kids 2nd-6th grade. Boswell said that any Lantana-based 501(c)(3) organizations are welcome to submit a grant for the Board of Directors to review. As long as the proposed improvements stay within the Lantana community, there’s a good chance the organization may qualify. “We’re always looking for ways we an give back to the community,” said Boswell. “We encourage them to apply.”

Since its inception, the Foundation has donated over $6 million to Denton ISD to build the three elementary schools in Lantana that would otherwise would have been completely dependent upon Denton County taxpayers. dependent upon Denton County taxpayers. Just

this fall, the Foundation donated over $1 million

dollars to Harpool Middle School, E.P. Rayzor, Blanton and Adkins Elementary Schools.

“Schools are so strapped these days it’s great

that the Foundation is able to help,” said Boswell. “My kids go to school here so I know.”

As for the future of the Foundation now that Lantana is finishing the last phases of building, Boswell said that they aren’t sure how long it will continue, but for now, there are no plans to change anything. “We just continue to support our community and are open to any new ideas,” said Boswell.

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Empowering Women:

Empowering Women

Women of Worth VALUE THEIR TIME

s women we get more done in a day than anyone. But, we also can be the worst in the world at assigning value to our time. Many of us operate as a “one-woman show” in business and our personal life. We’re entrepreneurs, executives, moms, or maybe running a household with a spouse that travels full time.

We’re running errands, picking up office attorney successfully argued a housewife was supplies, and cleaning the office while trying worth more than $40,000 a year. Adjust that to juggle the phones, deadlines, sales and rate against today’s inflation and your time is more. On top of that, we have kids to pick worth nearly $140,000 a year as a full time up at school, laundry, meals, shopping, and homemaker (fist-bump). Our time is worth a lot more than we church or sports activities. Whether you have often think. And help or not, it all some of the things needs to get done on Knowing what your time is worth we do are priceless, time. Knowing what is the first step to knowing when like nurturing a your time is worth and where you should outsource. fevered brow, kissing is the first step to a boo-boo on the knowing when and knee, or closing that really big sale. To get you where you should outsource. In business ask yourself “am I doing $10 thinking confidently about your time, here an hour work?” that’s keeping me from doing are some tips: “$100 an hour work?” Decide, then prioritize, and then outsource or delegate. We’re undermining our own time, and the value of it, by thinking we can and should “do it all.” Think your time is less valuable as a “stay Debbie Sardone is the owner of Buckets & at home mom?” Think again. In 1979, an Bows Maids Service and SpeedCleaning.com

by Debbie Sardone

VALUE YOUR TIME Start with how much you think each hour of your day is worth. Factor in everything you do, and all the pop-up responsibilities that pull you away from larger priorities. Is it worth $10 an hour? $25 an hour? $300? Then have the confidence to own your worth and find ways to spend your time on high-worth activities, outsourcing where you can.

RESPECT YOUR TIME Once you know your time is valuable, don’t let anyone undermine it. Respect your own time by disciplining yourself to not give your time away to people and projects that do not align with your values or goals, whether in business or life. Get good at saying no to things that waste your time and energy.

TEACH OTHERS TO RESPECT YOUR TIME Set boundaries, and be clear about what you can and can’t do. Don’t waiver and don’t over-explain why you have to pass on something. We tend to over-explain, and we just don’t need to. Over-explaining leads to negotiation, which leads to caving in.

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AGAIN!

TEXAS TOPS STATE RECRUITING LIST

by Steve Gamel

exas again leads the nation in recruiting, though the gap was much smaller in comparison to last year.

According to Dave Campbell’s Texas Football magazine, Texas leads

all states in the number of high school players who signed Football Bowl Subdivision letters of intent and total players signed, including junior college recruits and post-graduate prep school players. Texas came in at 372 to edge Florida’s 364 players. California was third at 286. A year ago, Texas landed 412 signees and Florida had 380. Texas’ 2015 numbers were up from 392 in 2014. Of Texas’ 372 recruits in 2016, 343 came from the high school ranks. A total of 29 high

schools

provided 120 of the

2nd team Defense: Kobe Boyce (Lake Dallas) 3rd team Offense: Tyrell Shavers (Lewisville), Grant Polley (Denton) Texas’ Top 300 Recruits Christian Moore (Guyer) Tyrell Shavers (Lewisville) Eric Jones (Lewisville) Laviska Shenault (Lewisville) Gage Mallory (Argyle)

343 Texas

Grant Polley (Denton)

players who

Casey Harper (Argyle)

signed with FBS

schools

in 2016. A total of 45 schools had two FBS recruits each. Manvel had the most with 11 recruits. Not surprisingly, the annual magazine also pointed out that Dallas-Fort Worth again led the state in FBS high school recruits with 134, a decrease of 12 recruits from last year. Houston came in second at 122. DCTF is regarded as the Bible of Texas high school football and its release essentially kicks off the countdown to the regular season. This year’s magazine was filled to the brim with all sorts of predictions and recruiting information for both college and high school teams. Below is the Subway Super Team and Texas’ Top 300 recruits, also provided by DCTF. It has been condensed to only include local athletes.

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Subway Super Team

Kobe Boyce (Lake Dallas) Matt Hankins (Marcus) Bryce Jackson (Guyer) Earnest Brown IV (Ryan) Josh Grant (Flower Mound) Spencer Sanders (Ryan) Gabriel Douglas (Ryan) Noah Cain (Guyer) Deondre Dansby (Guyer) Will Kuehne (Liberty Christian)

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Compass Setting Your

For Right by Susan Neuhalfen

o you want better or do you just complain about not having it? What is standing in the way of better for you? In the spirit of Pay it Forward and The Gift,

comes a new movement: Inspired Right.

Inspired Right a book, but more importantly,

it’s new way of life.

Inspired Right is the brainchild of four north

Texans who were tired of being asked to do

things that were clearly wrong in their jobs and in some cases, their lives.

“People feel the pressure to do wrong,” said

Steve Hall who spent his career in marketing. “They’re afraid to make a change even thought they know what’s right.”

Before we go any further, it is important to

state that this is not a political movement nor is it a religious one. There’s no finger wagging or

preaching. It’s very simple: defining “right” for you and doing it.

When these men first started meeting they

discussed about how to change the culture of country and of the world but realized that

the first thing they needed to do was change themselves and lead by example.

“The goal for us was to become better,” said

Mark Stratton, retired Marine who spent 30 years in IT product development. “It’s defined differently for each person.”

They discovered what was standing in the way

of better were the sources of guidance they chose. The guidance in many cases

was founded on wrong instead of right.

Right, as defined in the

book,

straightforward

and accurate because it only

points in one direction: the direction that’s best for each

of us individually, first and

them into habitual trouble is a Wrongaholic™. Readers are asked not to look to others for right; resist their agenda as well as they should resist yours. Ultimately, right and better bring us all to the same place: common ground. But how you get there is based only on

This is not a political movement nor is it a religious one. There’s no finger wagging or preaching. It’s very simple: defining “right” for you and doing it.

foremost. If we know that

our destination is right for us, this compass will clearly keep us on the course.

Roy Latkowski who works with the homeless,

talked about the difference between walking the compass on a straight line toward right versus veering off course.

what’s better for you. Lantana

resident

and

retired USAF navigator and leader Brian Searcy says the book is the foundation for this movement, but it’s just a starting point. “We

aren’t

the

only

people who sought better and found it,” said Brian. “We want to get out in the community, in schools and businesses and help people to find better in their lives and in their careers by using right as a tool, not a weapon.”

“You move one degree off course here and

another degree off course here and before

you know it, you’re 50 mile off the course you started,” said Roy. “If you follow your destination to “right” you’ll get there much more easily.”

The book also defines others in our lives. For

example a person who’s faulty decisions lands

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Dear

Nutrition

Annette, I want my family to eat healthy but I am on a budget. Is it true that to eat healthy you have to spend more?

Sincerely yours, Annette Doody, Savory Bistro Owner & Wellness Coach

Dear Reader:

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t is a myth that to eat healthy you have to spend more money. In the long run not eating healthy has a higher price as medications and health care are very expensive. Here are ten ways to eat healthy and save money:

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MAKE YOUR OWN SPARKLING WATER Substitute soda drinks for sparking water with lemon. EAT BEANS Proteins are the most expensive part of a meal. Beans are cheap, delicious, and versatile. There are millions of healthy bean recipes online. This will save lots and result in health benefits. ONE DISH MEALS One dish meals such as stews, stir-fries and casseroles use smaller amounts of protein like chicken to feed a family. Check out www.eatingwell.com for great recipes. SLOW COOKER BREAKFASTS Oatmeal and grains such as quinoa can make for a great breakfast. Cook the grains in a slow cooker overnight. Create a condiment bar for kids to add their own. Check out http://www.delish.com for great recipe ideas. EAT SMALL FISH Eat tins of sardines, oysters, kippers and the like. For many this might be an acquired taste but I love them. Check out my favorite recipe for small fish like sardines. http://www.rebeccakatz. com/recipe-box/good-mood-sardines

CUT OUT THE SUGARY SNACKS If you cut out sugar snacks and baked things you will not only save a lot of money but gain a lot in the health bank. MEAL PLANNING Block a time on your calendar each week to do a little meal planning and cooking for the week. To eat healthier and cheaper you have to cook a little more at home. CHECK OUT HEALTHY ITEMS AT BIG BOX STORES Take a day to browse places like Costco for frozen organic chicken, bulk nuts, frozen organic vegetables and berries. HAVE AN EGG NIGHT. Who does not like eggs? Eggs are an amazing source of protein at a good price. Scramble up a large plate of eggs with small bowls of toppings for everyone to add themselves. HARA HACHI BU This is a 2,500-year-old practice in Asia. It means to only eat until you are 80% full!! Many of us can make the weeksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; groceries go further by simply consuming a little less which is great for overall health. So buy healthy food and enjoy in proper quantities.

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