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RANCH AT BRUSHY CREEK

VOLUME 6 ISSUE 8

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RANCH AT BRUSHY CREEK BOARD & MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION MANAGER

Celeste Starr Schulz.............. Celeste.Schulz@Goodwintx.com RANCH AT BRUSHY CREEK HOA BOARD Vineet Rohatgi, Board Member, President ...................................................................vrohatgi@gmail.com Aneka Lilya, Board Member ......................................................................aelilya@gmail.com Theresa Galella, Board Member ...........................................................theresagalella@gmail.com Ståle Bjørdal, Board Member, VP ................................................................... sbjordal@gmail.com Freddie Jimenez, Board Member ................................................................. rep9ile@hotmail.com Blake Contine, Advisor/Declarant ..................................................blake@pioneerdevelopment.net COMMITTEE CHAIRS: Architectural Committee Ståle Bjørdal............................................sbjordal@gmail.com Landscape Committee Aneka Lilya.............................................aelilya@gmail.com Public Relations Chair Carlos Ojeda.................................... carloshojeda@gmail.com Pool Committee Byron Stephens.......................byronstephens@earthlink.net Social Committee Candace Lambert............................ designertexan@aol.com .......................................... rbcsocialcommittee@gmail.com Neighborhood Watch Vineet Rohatgi.....................................vrohatgi@gmail.com ADVISORY BOARD Blake Contine, Declarant.............blake@pioneerdevelopment.net Carlos Ojeda.......................................... carloshojeda@gmail.com

COVER PHOTO Mother’s day is a special day to give thanks and honor all of our amazing moms. Noah Parker Little (age 3) could not resist the opportunity to proudly celebrate his love for his mommy, Sarah Little. Texas natives, Sarah and Noah moved into the R@BC neighborhood in March of this year and are enjoying the friendships that have blossomed with their new neighbors.

Photo captured by photographer, Joseph Seabrooke of Elegance within Simplicity photography, located in R@BC.

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Many of our residents dressed up and decorated their rides with red white and blue, the parade went down on Ranch Trails from Saddle Ridge to the community pool. The fire truck leading the

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way to hundreds of residents. Many kids had the opportunity to get their picture taken on the fire truck after the parade. Thank you all for participating.

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Several RBC families went out to enjoy an amazing time with neighbors in Lake Travis. The double decker party boat included a slide. Kids and grown ups had a great time going down the slide, swimming and spending time together.

AUGUST Back to School Picnic SEPTEMBER Quote Along Movie Night in the Park SEPTEMBER 27 Fit Happens 5K & Health Expo OCTOBER 3 Neighborhood Garage Sale NOVEMBER TBD Music in the Park DECEMBER 13 Lights Contest DECEMBER 14 Tour of Lights by Hayride DECEMBER 20 Santa on a Firetruck We hope you enjoy all the new events this year!

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TRAIN STATION VISIT AND ART IN THE PARK

Several of resident kids had the opportunity to get together and visit the train station in Cedar Park. Another fun event was the art

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in the park, where many of our little one showed their artistic skills.

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Getting Back into Fitness Post Vacation

Getting back into a fitness regimen can seem almost impossible as we put the lazy days of summer behind us and dive back into the “normal” family routine. The longer our hiatus from exercise, the more challenging it could be to carve out the time and energy to purposeful move our bodies to stay fit and healthy. For some, it’s easier to find excuses and muster the needed willpower, but through planning, realistic goals setting and creativity you can jump back into a rewarding and fun routine that will give you the energy to tackle your crazy schedule.

If the above applies to you, here are some tips to consider to ensure success: If you’ve taken a longer break from exercise, keep in mind your stamina and strength likely has changed. Be kind to yourself and do not go right back to running the same distances and doing the same amount of weights as you did a month ago for example. Slowly ease back into thing. You’ll be grateful when you stay injury free Have a plan of attack and write it down, put it in your calendar, tell someone about it. You will start to get mentally prepared and will start to wrap your mind around what’s to come. Picture what the exercise will look like and how it will feel afterwards.

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Set realistic goals. In addition to gradually getting into your prior program or a new one, you need to have sensible expectations about the outcome. You may be more tired or need more rest between sets or you may be super rested and ready to perform, but don’t hold yourself to unfairly high standards out of the gate.

Savor the successes. Pat yourself on the back for getting up 30 mins early to get the work out in or for hitting the trails after work when you’d really rather put your feet up. Be proud of any and every accomplishment Use a coach if needed. If the above still seems challenging, join a new class or hire a coach or trainer for one or multiple sessions to try something new / different or just to have a certified professional motivate you and coach you on how to ramp up your routine safely while having fun.

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TENNIS TIPS

By USPTA/PTR Master Professional Fernando Velasco

THE MODERN GAME: THE BACKHAND APPROACH SHOT In previous newsletters, I offered tips on how to execute the basic strokes for players who are just beginning to play tennis or who want to resume playing. I am now offering suggestions on how to play the “modern” game mostly geared towards players who are happy with hitting the ball over the net and controlling the point with consistency. These players may be already playing for leagues or in tournaments and are looking for more “weapons” on the court.

In this issue, I will offer instructions on how to execute the Top Backhand Approach Shot. This shot is used when an opponent hits a soft shot that has bounced high over the net. The player will take advantage and will charge to the net, thus hitting with top spin high over the net and hit with power. When the ball hits the court, it will take a big hop, forcing the opponent to fall back close to the fence, or to hit the ball on the rise. This shot can be used as a “winner” or as an “approach shot.”

In the illustrations, Kaylen Combs, one of the top players of the Grey Rock Tennis Academy, shows the proper technique to execute this stroke. Kaylen is coached by the Director of the Tennis Academy, Darin Pleasant, who is showing her the proper point of contact on step 2. Kaylen plays with her left hand.

Step 1: The Back Swing: When Kaylen sees the opportunity, she makes a quick turn of her upper body and takes the racket high and back. The head of the racket is now at shoulder height, her shoulders are turned, the right hand gripping the racket and her left

hand relaxed. Her weight is on the front foot as her momentum carries her forward to attack the ball. Her right wrist is “laid back” to allow maximum point of contact.

Step 2: The Point of Contact: The success of a top spin shot is keeping the ball on the strings going from low to high in a 30 degree angle and accelerating the racket head around the outside of the ball. Kaylyn started the swing high and “looped” it to allow the head of the racket to drop down. She will be brushing around the outside of the ball as she makes contact with it. Her left shoulder is almost opening and her weight has is moving through the shot.

Step 3: The Follow Through: In order to get maximum control and power, Kaylen is keeping her right arm extended through the shot. She has “snapped” her right wrist and has the head of the racket facing down. Her weight is going forward.

Step 4: The Finish: Kaylen’s upper body acceleration forced the head of the racket to “wrap around” her left ear, thus creating the most power and topspin on the ball. Her legs are already in position to move forward the net for a volley. Her right foot should naturally move forward due to her momentum and racket speed. From her looks, she apparently hit a very wide cross court approach shot for a defensive return.

Step 5: The Volley Winner: Once Kaylen hit, she moved to the net for a “winner”. By the smile on her face, her backhand approach shot was successful and she won the point with a backhand volley.

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HOW TO CHOOSE A PEDIATRICIAN FOR YOUR BABY

By Theresa Willis, MD, ADC Pediatrics If you need to choose a pediatrician for your baby, the task may seem but you’ll also have the opportunity to meet the staff and see the office itself.

Ask yourself: daunting. Where do you start? When do you start? Does it really matter which doctor sees your baby? Here are a few guidelines to make the process • Do you feel comfortable talking with this doctor?

• Is the staff friendly and attentive? a little easier and more organized.

1. Choose your pediatrician about six to eight weeks before baby is due. • Is there a separate waiting room for sick and well children?

Bring questions with you. This is a great chance to ask some important That way, even if your little bundle arrives early or things get busy towards the end of your pregnancy, you won’t have to worry about who will be questions ahead of time.

• Will the pediatrician see my baby in the hospital after delivery? seeing your baby once he or she is born.

2. Start by checking with your medical insurance to see which doctors • If planning on circumcising a baby boy, who does the procedure?

• When do we come in to the office for our first visit? in your area are on your plan.

3. Talk to friends and neighbors to see who they bring their children to • What are the office hours? What happens if I have questions or concerns after office hours or on the weekend? Is there a nurse available to answer see. Personal recommendations are a good way to find physicians with a questions during the day? What about at night? good reputation in your area.

4. Ask your Ob-Gyn’s office. They often have a list of pediatricians that • What is the expected vaccine schedule for my baby?

• If baby is sick, can you get same day appointments with your they like to refer their new families to. pediatrician?

5. Make sure the pediatrician you are choosing for your baby is board • How many other doctors are in the practice? How often will you have certified. to see a different doctor if your child is sick and your doctor is not 6. Meet the pediatrician ahead of time. If you have a couple of doctors available that day? in mind, or even just one, call their office and find out if the doctor has appointment times set aside to meet expectant parents. You’ll have a chance • Once you’ve chosen a pediatrician for your baby, you can relax and rest easy knowing who you will see and what to expect when baby is born. not only to meet the doctor and find out if he or she is a good fit for you,

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This article was contributed by the National League of Junior Cotillions – Travis County With the summer vacation in full swing, the kids out of school, and noodles floating in the pool, it’s no doubt the grill is staying fired up. But…before you kick off the flip-flops, here are a few barbecue etiquette tips to ensure your grill fest goes down as the best on the block. Wait. Barbecue etiquette, you say? Yes, it exists.

1. If you’re invited to a barbecue party thrown by an individual/ family, avoid showing up empty-handed. A side of coleslaw, apple pie, or pitcher of lemonade will do the trick.

2. A barbecue is an informal affair – no need to worry about which fork and knife to use. Go ahead and use your fingers in lieu of utensils. Larger pieces of food, however, should be cut with a knife and fork. No need to get medieval on us.

3. If you’re like many people who wonder what is the proper way to squeeze a lemon slice and a lemon wedge? Well, here is the answer: if it is a slice, don't squeeze it-just drop it in the glass. If it is a wedge, cup your hand over it to prevent squirting, and squeeze it into the glass. Who likes lemon pulp in the eye? Not me.

4. Corn on the cob vs. man. For most people, eating corn on the cob is one of life’s biggest challenges. Okay, well, maybe it’s just a challenge. The best way to approach a hot cob: simply, butter a few rows of corn at a time, hold the corn firmly by the ends with two hands (or use corn skewers), and eat a few rows at a time from left to right. If you prefer to skip the bite-off-the-cob approach, you may also cut kernels off of the cob with a knife, cutting in a vertical, downward manner.

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6. Sauce is boss, unless it isn’t offered.

While Texans are usually proud of their barbecue sauce, some barbecue purists prefer no sauce to appreciate the natural, smoked flavor of the meat. Ask for sauce only when you know it’s available, or if your child requests it.

7. Grilled shrimp can be easy to eat or take a little work, depending on how it is served. As a general rule of thumb, if the shrimp has the tail on, you can use your fingers. Tails off, use a fork!

8. When hosting a large group, be sure to have a wide variety of food options for vegetarians and children.

9. To pick or not to pick? Your teeth that is. Often times, meat can be tricky to eat and require some dental maintenance. At every expense, avoid removing food from your teeth in public.

Toothpicks may be used, but only in private. So what should you do if you notice someone else in the same predicament? Be discreet, but do tell.

10. Last and not least, respect the griller’s domain. If the host/ griller has samples to offer, he/she will do so. Never assume you may help yourself to try what “smells good.”

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NATUREWATCH

by Jim and Lynne Weber

Hairstreaks are mainly small butterflies, most with threadlike tails on their hindwings. They typically fly rapidly, fitting from side to side or in circles, before sticking a landing. Most perch with their wings closed, and reveal their upper surface only in flight. Males and females can look quite similar, but the males will often be the more vibrantly colored of the two.

In central Texas we have three common hairstreak butterflies. The largest, as indicated by its name, is the Great Purple Hairstreak (Atlides halesus). Dusky purplish-black below and brilliant blue above with red spots near the base of the wings and a bright orange abdomen, this butterfly flies spring through fall. It tends to stay well above the ground, and males will sit on trees on hill summits or flat plains to await females, mostly in the afternoon. Its larval foodplant, or plant upon which the female lays her eggs, is mistletoe species in the genus Phoradendron.

Another commonly encountered hairstreak is the Gray Hairstreak (Strymon melinus). It has only one tail on the hindwing and an upperside that is blue-gray with a large reddish-orange spot near the tail. The male’s abdomen is orange and the female’s is gray. In the spring and fall its underside is dark gray, and paler gray in the summer, but it always has a dashed white line, parallel and inset from the wing’s edge, bordered with orange. It flies from February to November and is the most widespread hairstreak in North America. Males perch all afternoon and into evening on small trees and shrubs to seek receptive females, who lay eggs one at a time on a wide variety of plants including peas, mallows, beans, clovers, and cotton.

One of our most beautiful hairstreaks is the Juniper Hairstreak (Callophrys gryneus), belonging to a group called Evergreen Hairstreaks, which are widespread and variable. The upperside of the male is dark brown with an olive-colored sheen, and the female is blackish brown. Their underside is a vibrant green with two white spots near the base of the forewing and an irregular white line edged inwardly with a reddish-brown. Males perch on host trees, those in the genus Juniperus like our native Ashe Juniper, awaiting females. They perch with their wings closed and blend into the junipers so well that they may not be noticed until moving branches cause them to fly.

When it comes to survival, hairstreaks have developed an interesting adaptation, much of which has to do with their tails. Often having distinct markings or spots near these tails, together they form what is known as a ‘false head’ with the tails looking like antennae. The illusion is carried further when the hairstreak performs a back-and-forth ‘sawing’ motion with the hindwings when resting. This motion can distract would be predators such as spiders, causing them to attack the wrong end of the butterfly, leaving the vital structures intact.

Missing tails and part of the lower portion of the hindwings does not hinder flight, and the butterfly lives to carry on another day. So it really is true that two heads are better than one!

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