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FEATURES 12 WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

Local game warden and code enforcement officers work hard to build a connection with the community while maintaining a balance with family life

16 RAISED AND CONTAINER GARDENING

Simple backyard gardens offer clean eating and a difference you can taste

20 CARING FOR YOUR HOT DOGS

Heat safety awareness is important to keeping our best friends healthy during the sweltering Texas heat

FASHION 24 SUSTAINABLE SUMMER

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CULINARY CREATIONS 32 THE SWEETEST OF TREATS

Commie Holmes and her sweet team create a theatrical production of cupcake personalities

ON THE SCENE 36 GOOD READS AT THE LIBRARY

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AROUND TOWN 38 FAVORITE FINDS Unique items from local small businesses

40 SAVE THE DATE See what events are coming up

42 FACES OF SEGUIN Submitted photos from our readers

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“The dozen or so raised bed gardens that surround Frank and April Ripple’s home are inspiring. The couple grow a large variety of vegetables and herbs, eat what they grow and share the rest with neighbors. April makes gardening look simple and easy, even for those of us who have black thumbs.” – Felicia Frazar

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’m sitting here recalling summer memories from years past: days spent at the river, fishing, camping, road trips to the beach and full-body sweating as the sun goes down. How I longed for the next day to start, to explore a new adventure, away from school, free from responsibilities, using every free minute that summer break afforded me. The great outdoors beckoned, I needed no conditioned air. Now, I’m older, I’ve experienced quite a few of these Texas summers, and, oh, how I miss the polar vortex. With its road-closing, work-at-home, and icy-coldcuddle-under-the-blankets weather that we had a few months ago. But, instead, it’s July. We’re now in the thick of a melt-your-brains, can’tremove-enough-clothing, and I’mmoving-to-Canada summer. It’s not that bad for a Texas native, of course, but having worked outside a bit for this month’s magazine, I’ve definitely lost a couple of pounds in sweat.

We’re absolutely not alone in this sweltering Texas paradise of sunshine: The peace-keeping ladies of law enforcement are out there in the heat, balancing life, work, and the blistering sun. Our furry friends are hot, but Monica Davenport is slaying it with some tips to keep them cool. For those brave enough to hobby in the heat, Frank and April Ripple have some gardening insights. Commie Holmes is pulling cupcakes from the hot oven, day in, day out. And, your editor extraordinaire is working with the best dressed for some sustainable summer swag. Commiserate with me, and with this month’s amazing local lovelies, as the brow moistens while we work, work, work. It’s quite alright to complain, I know you’re all out there getting a good sweat on, as well. The sun is a deadly laser, but, hey, put some sunscreen on, and enjoy taking in those rays, before it’s time to bundle up again. Stay as cool as you can, Seguin!

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24 - 7 - 365 Balancing the challenges of being a woman in law enforcement Story and photos by Felicia Frazar

very law enforcement agency has officers that serve in various roles — investigations, patrolling the streets, and monitoring traffic. Some’s jobs involve enforcing conservation and wildlife protection laws, as well as health and safety compliance. In these more specialized — sometimes lesser-known — roles, we find our state game wardens and county code enforcement officers. They enforce state laws or county ordinances, while building connections with the communities they serve.

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Emily Slubar comes from a long line of peace officers. Her father retired from the Houston Police Department after 31 years on the force. She has two uncles who also have retired, while her brother and two cousins continue to serve as police officers. “Being in law enforcement was something that I had always considered because that is what I grew up with,” she said. Before deciding to join Texas Parks and Wildlife as a game warden, Slubar explored another option — law school, intending to serve as a prosecutor. However, she learned that’s not the route she wanted to take and began looking into law enforcement options. It was a suggestion by her father to look at Texas Parks and Wildlife.

medium with a little bit of everything.” The combination of hunting, fishing, and water recreation in Guadalupe County opens many opportunities for education on state laws and conservation, Slubar said. It keeps game wardens busy throughout the year. Even in off seasons, they continue to educate the public and area children by visiting schools and hosting kid fish days. “It is just that variety, that ever-changing; 365 days of the year, you are going to find somebody doing something outside,” she said. “My favorite aspect of my job is the diverse availability of options. I like the variety that we have. You don’t get stuck doing the same thing every day.” Ensuring resources last a lifetime and that people continue to stay safe while they hunt, fish or enjoy water recreation is the job. “The variety, the education aspect, the teaching aspect, being outside, boats, ATVs, it opens up your whole world to a different side of law enforcement than what most people think when they think, ‘oh, I want to be a police officer,’” Slubar said. “It is a whole other job. It is the same, but it is different at the same time.” Slubar is one of three Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens that serve Guadalupe County, an aspect she thoroughly enjoys as she often has a partner to work alongside.

“I like my partners. We have a very good district here and a team,” she said. “Our captain is great; my partners are great. I like that because most days you have someone you can work with versus in two-warden counties, we always kind of separated or worked opposite days.” While Slubar enjoys the great outdoors, she finds it challenging to balance her work life and home life. “The biggest challenge, for me personally, is the overall being in law enforcement or being a woman; I am a mom,” she said. “So I have to balance being mom, being a wife, being game warden, and the biggest challenge is trying to make everything work and flow. We’re on call 24-7. You have your time off, but our phones are still connected to us. That challenge of being available for my community as their game warden and also being available for my family when they need me is just a balance.” The position’s flexibility helps make up for it, Slubar said. “We don’t have set hours or a set schedule. I can work a few hours in the morning, a few hours in the evening,” she said. “If my kid does get sick or has a school play or anything, we’re able to be there for the most part. That flexibility helps with the challenge, but there is still always that inner challenge of trying to be the best at everything.” ----------------------GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING ~ SEGUIN 13

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“I never had considered it as a job because it wasn’t in front of my face all of the time,” Slubar said. “He mentioned it, and we looked up the summer internship program they had for college students.” The internship was all it took to seal the deal for Slubar to apply and eventually get accepted to one of the state’s more elite agencies. While many people apply, there are very few positions for game wardens. “We are limited to how many wardens per county based on population and needs of the county,” Slubar said. “Border counties, counties that have a lot of bodies of water — lakes, rivers — determines how many wardens per that county. They can only accept as many positions as there are available based on retirements, promotions and other things like that.” In her eight years, Slubar has served as a warden in three counties — Kinney County, Fort Bend County, and Guadalupe County. Each county offers something different for game wardens, Slubar said. “I like that we have everything here,” she said. “I was restricted in West Texas because we just had hunting, and we didn’t have hardly any water. Fort Bend was a lot more water, and most of my hunters left because it is so urban. This, I feel, is a happy

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As code enforcement officers and deputy fire marshals for Guadalupe County, Amanda Catoe and Daniella Valdez work to ensure community members are keeping themselves and their neighbors healthy and safe. “Our office is responsible for investigating environmental hazards, floodplain violations, and un-permitted or un-operational septic systems within Guadalupe County,” Catoe said. “We investigate nuisance violations, unsafe building conditions, and any fire or health violations on public and private property. We enforce state law and county order. We do not enforce deed restrictions or HOA rules.” Valdez’s journey to her career as a peace officer was slightly different from Catoe and Slubar’s. While seeking a career in law enforcement was her goal, Valdez’s family came first. “I always wanted to pursue a career in law enforcement. But due to leaving home at the age of 16 and having four young children who depended on me, I was not able to attend the police academy until 2016, when I had a supportive husband and older children,” she said. “I have said in the past, I may stand before you in a uniform now, but I once never thought it would be possible. It is never too late; stay humble, stay true to who you are, and it is possible. This career is sometimes a thankless one, but you are needed.” Before she followed her dream, Valdez worked as an animal control officer for about five years. She started as a Comal County animal control officer in 2007. From 2010 to 2012, Valdez 14 SEGUIN ~ GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING

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was an animal control officer for the city of New Braunfels before becoming a code enforcement officer. “I attended the police academy in 2016 and became a Comal County sheriff ’s deputy in 2018,” she said. “I started with Guadalupe County in my current position in September of 2020.” Valdez continued pursuing her passion to show her children anyone can rise above their circumstances. It’s also what drives her as a peace officer to connect with the community she serves. “I felt being a young mother and a victim of domestic abuse during my first marriage, it allowed me to show compassion and understanding toward others possibly in the same situations,” she said. “We are police officers. We respond to emergency calls and assist other officers as needed. I enjoy hearing people’s stories and helping them during some of the most stressful times of their lives. I like solving problems. I believe if I can make at least one positive impact on one person, it goes a long way. “ Valdez said she tries to defuse any potential situation with resolve and understanding in her interaction with community members.

“In my position, it is letting people know I am not there to cause them grief or stress,” she said. “Our job is mainly seeking compliance. Our main goal is working with property owners to correct violations in a timely manner.” ------------------------------------Catoe’s career in law enforcement started nine years ago; her passion for the job was sparked long before that. “I have always been drawn to law enforcement,” she said. “My dad and aunt are in law enforcement, so I have had great role models to look up to and get advice from.” At Seguin High School, Catoe studied criminal justice, which carried over into her collegiate career. She graduated from Texas State with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a minor in forensic psychology. “ I soon learned that this job is always changing and its never the same day-to-day job; this is a big reason why I found it to be a good fit for me,” she said. In the past nine years, Catoe has served various roles in law enforcement,

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including her start in 2012 at the Guadalupe County Juvenile Detention Center. “Two years later, I became a police officer working for the city of Shavano Park Police Department,” she said. “In 2016, I went to work for the Schertz Police Department. In 2019, I started here at the Guadalupe County Environmental Health Department as a code compliance officer.” It didn’t take Catoe long to realize what she liked best about her role. “I enjoy helping and serving the people of the community where I was born and raised,” she said. “I spent about five years on the patrol side of law enforcement. Now doing code enforcement, I am still a police officer, but my job and duties are very different. I look more for compliance and assisting people in maintaining a clean and safe living environment than I do making arrests or writing citations.” Being an officer comes with its challenges, including time spent away from family. A robust support system from a family that understands helps to ease those challenges, Catoe said. “Some of the challenges in law enforcement can change from time to time,” she said. “From work hours to external factors such as politics and media, this job is not for everyone. Being in law enforcement is difficult because you typically miss out on major events in family time or holidays, but having an understanding support group is a huge help.” However, that shouldn’t deter anyone looking toward a career in the field, Catoe said. “I typically tell people to talk with all different types of agencies and officers, get pros and cons from everyone you can,” she said. “If you are lucky enough to work in a law enforcement supportive community, just simply stopping and talking to people can sometimes be the best part of the day. Interact with the people you serve, get to know them and pay attention to them, learn their names and stay in contact with them because you never know when you might need their help.”

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aised beds, pollinator gardens and greenhouses dot Frank and April Ripple’s yard. Each side of their house has something a little different sprouting from their raised beds or in-ground gardens. Mainly, the couple grows vegetables — their primary source of nutrition. Since the late ’80s, Frank and April have strictly eaten vegetables for their health. Their love of leafy greens, fresh tomatoes and off-the-vine cucumbers has spread throughout their yard and sometimes to their family and friends tables. April started gardening after 16 SEGUIN ~ GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING

college but found a lot of difficulties mostly in soils. Things began to get serious after she and Frank moved back to Seguin in ’98-’99. “My grandmother was a huge gardener, so it’s always kind of been in my blood,” she said. “I went through the Master Gardening class about five years ago and learned a whole lot about what I was doing wrong and doing right.” April learned several tricks of the trade throughout the years and honed her gardening skills. As the president-elect of Guadalupe County Master Gardeners, April has seen a

resurgence in people interested in creating a backyard garden this past year. “I feel like that is what we’re seeing is kind of like a renaissance after the plague,” she said. “It’s neat that people are getting back into gardening. Nowadays, I think people are getting into it because they fear we might have a food shortage. The shelves got pretty empty last year in the height of things.” The growth of new gardens and neighbors offering up their product is reminiscent of the victory gardens following World War II, April said. “I guess everybody had to do their

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part after the war, and there were shortages of food, and they asked people to start a little garden and grow their own food and if they could share it with neighbors,” she said. This is what April was doing last year when her neighbors and family found it difficult to find fresh produce at the grocery store. “I was giving away stuff here,” she said. “The neighbors and family enjoy it too. You always seem to produce more than you could need.” Starting a backyard garden is simple, especially in an urban setting or

neighborhood where vegetable gardens are not prohibited. “What we do is get some started in pots or containers, and they can put them on their porch in between their flowers if they have to have them,” she said. “Container gardening is a really good way for someone with limited space or can’t have a garden. You don’t have the back-breaking, weed-eating. Anything you need to grow, you can just about do it in a container.” April has found raised beds, and container gardening is the best way to get started.

“As you get older, the raised beds are more appealing,” she said. “I definitely recommend raised bed gardens because you can put your own topsoil.” Container gardening also reduces the amount of spread and cross-pollination between plants. Greenhouses give the ability to grow fall and spring produce — like tomatoes and herbs — during the winter. After determining which kind of garden a person wants, the next step is figuring out what vegetables and variety, which requires research, April said. “I always get carried away wanting GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING ~ SEGUIN 17

the different varieties,” she said. “You grow what you like to eat. You research and see how much room it is going to take. They’re doing more hybrids that don’t get as big but produce like crazy or tolerate the heat better or tolerate bugs better. Most of your garden shops will head you in the right direction.” The next question a beginning gardener must answer is whether to plant seeds or starter plants. April recommends starter plants, as they take less work to get established, 18 SEGUIN ~ GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING

where seeds require more attention. “With the starter plants, all you have to do is keep them going,” she said. Raise beds offer more control and sometimes less headache, especially with soil. In the Ripples raised beds, they tend to use cedar mulch for the base with a layer of about 10 to 12 inches of topsoil. The mulch offers good drainage, while the cedar aspect brings a natural bug repellent, Frank said. “I started using cedar mulch, and

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ummer is in full swing in Seguin. Our favorite outdoor activities have returned, along with the heat that is sure to accompany any South Texas summer. Family pets provided us extra warming snuggles during our snow-pocalypse in February, and this change of weather is not lost on them either. Monica Davenport, owner of Moni’s Mut Hutt in McQueeney, reminds pet owners that pets receive heat similarly to humans. “If you can’t put your foot on the ground, [pets] can’t put theirs on the ground,” Davenport said. “It’s just too much for them.” Leaving a dog outside in the blistering heat for too long, or even taking it on a walk during the hottest parts of the day, risks potentially severe heatstroke and exhaustion to your furry friend. The signs to look out for are uncontrollable panting, vomiting, foaming at the mouth and red tongue and gums. Davenport said the easiest way to reverse heat-related issues is to help your pet cool off quickly and make sure there is an abundance of water available to them. GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING ~ SEGUIN 21

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Too often owners leave a pet outside without enough water, and Davenport says that puts the animal at huge risk. Though some breeds of dogs have thicker coats, Davenport discourages shaving the coat completely as this leads to another group of skin-related issues. Her business requires customers to sign a waiver if they insist on a full shave-down. “If you have a double-coated dog like a husky or Pomeranian that shed, you don’t want to shave that coat,” she said. “You can actually cause issues, you can cause funk coat, black coat, and it may not grow back correctly, to name a few.” Other summer activities can put 22 SEGUIN ~ GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING

pups at risk, too. Unattended barbecue pits and alcoholic beverages are among these, and keeping a watchful eye on your pets while these are present is the best way to avoid unnecessary trips to the animal hospital. With the holidays that accompany summertime, it is also important to note the effect fireworks have on canines. The colorful displays can cause such commotion for dogs that the Humane Society says it causes them to get overwhelmed, run away from familiar territory and become lost. Davenport said if an owner knows their pet gets anxious during peak firework nights, putting pets indoors, in a

cool room where they cannot hear or see the sparkling spectacle will help ease their qualms and help them stay calm. There also are plenty of pet safe oils and clothing items that can relieve stress in a dog, many of which are on sale in Davenport’s business and are available through online stores like Amazon. “Commonly, people use thunder shirts,” she said. “There are many oils now that you can give your dog that help them chill. Try to do it prior to the fireworks.” Cars also present huge risks to dogs in the heat, and Davenport says that even if it really is for just a minute, it is never a good idea.

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“Just don’t do it, because one of us crazy dog people will break your window,” she joked. “I’m kidding but I know people sometimes leave their car running, even still you don’t know that is staying cool enough. This Texas heat can crash an air conditioner really quick. If your car is sitting still, I just don’t recommend it. If it’s too hot for you to sit in a car, leave them at home.”. The final advice from Davenport is to simply keep an eye on your pets this summer. “Definitely look to make sure they’re healthy and make sure they have plenty of water. Look at your dog’s gums and make sure they’re healthy,” she said. GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING ~ SEGUIN 23

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Summer 2021

o everything there is a season, and this season, this summer, there is reason to celebrate. Freedom and independence have taken on new meaning as we collectively recover from the pandemic and embrace opportunities to reunite with friends and loved ones. We are all in need of a return to “normal” in whatever sense that might be. We have a need to shed the heaviness of a crisis and give our hearts and minds a chance to feel light, to play and experience joy once again. As a designer, I have reflected on the past year and have let these new perspectives of freedom inspire fresh, casual summer fun. Color played an important part in the styling process using secondhand, sustainable clothing that is both comfortable and durable. Today’s fast fashion does not last the test

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of time nor does it have a positive impact on the environment, yet quality, gently-used clothing that is well cut and ready to wear provides opportunities to explore fashion by mixing vintage with modern styles for looks that are trendy, smart and, most importantly, affordable. I found all the clothing during a thrifting treasure hunt at the Goodwill in Seguin and online at shopgoodwill.com, uncovering unique sustainable finds perfect for a daytime picnic or a summer evening soiree. Finds were then accessorized with both bright and neutral colors to either tone down or lift up the other colors in the palette. Sunglasses, scarves, handbags, jewelry, and other essentials also found at Goodwill were brought together to complete the looks for men and women alike. For the ladies, it was a selection of lightweight luxurious fabrics that are easy and soft, giving consideration to materials made to endure the long, hot Texas summers. Think of an outdoor al fresco scene where the open air and vibrant colors combine to create a wearable urban charm that stands out in a crowd. For the men, a juxtaposition of odd colors and fresh wild charisma paired with casual sophistication set the scene for high-spirited confidence in sustainable fashion. Cool hats and swank shades complete the look. Celebrate summer in a way that makes you reconnect with what is most important. Make the most of longer days and embrace the freedom that both looking great and feeling great gives in your summer fun outfit.

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Dilly Deli - Mike, Megan, & Bill went above and beyond to provide us with outstanding sandwiches. THE CLUB - Three pieces of bread with your choice of turkey and ham, lettuce, tomato, bacon, mayo. $10 THE OAHU - Fresh sliced ham, sweet pineapple, Cobb smoked bacon, Swiss, lettuce, tomato and TnT Dog’s famous TnT Sauce for the perfect sweet tang! $8.75 THE ORIGINAL CHEESESTEAK - The Dilly Deli’s famous freshly-cut and marinated top choice rib-eye steak, sautéed with peppers, onions, banana peppers, and combined with Swiss and American cheese with mayo. $9.99 ALT - Avocado, lettuce, and tomato served on wheat bread. $7.75 Sweet Treats - Commie blesses us with a variety of decadent cupcakes. Single - Starts at $4 Dozen - Starts at $45 Court Street Coffee - Heather’s amazing Rose Petal lemonade hit the spot for under $3 a glass. GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING ~ SEGUIN 31

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their own. But when Commie Holmes of Sweet Treats/Commie Cakes in Seguin says it, she really means it. Her gourmet cupcakes sometimes are the stars of nearly feature-length episodes filled with drama on her Facebook Live broadcasts announcing each days’ treats and sharing her and her beloved family’s world with viewers. “All my cupcakes have their own personalities,” she said. “Before my daughter came to work with me, there was no one here but me. I would talk to my cupcakes.” She paused here to say she’s not crazy and doesn’t want customers to “think I’m cuckoo.” But talk to the cupcakes Holmes did and still does. “Sometimes they would fight and sometimes one would be jealous of the other one,” she said. “I was by myself and to entertain myself, I would talk to my cupcakes.” From there, drama ensued in the cupcake world. And her ability to let customers in on the cupcake shenanigans as well as give them a look at her natural self likely helped the business, Holmes said. “When I first started Sweet Treats, I was not being myself because I thought I had to act a certain way,” she said. “I really wasn’t putting myself into my business. Really, I was starting to get kind of depressed because I was doing something that I love but I wasn’t being me.” Her love for cooking and baking dates back years ago. In fact, she was just a child when bitten by the baking bug, Holmes said. The impetus came from her mother and grandmother, who have since moved on but still are present in her everyday actions and within the spirit of Sweet Treats. “That’s where my love for the kitchen started, with my mom and my big momma,” Holmes said. “Knowing my way

We don’t play ’bout our cupcakes, baby. around the kitchen started with them. They’re no longer here but I feel their presence at Sweet Treats guiding me.” Love for crafting culinary creations to tempt the tastebuds eventually led to Holmes baking and selling food out of her home. That came after she worked in customer service for Nash Family Catering and co-owner Laura Nash had her begin decorating cakes. “That’s when I realized I liked it, I had a passion for it and kept wanting to do more,” Holmes said. “I kept researching on cake decorating. I never took a class. I didn’t even know cake decorating classes existed. I learned through trial and error.” If it weren’t for Nash, Holmes said she never would’ve developed her love for what she currently does. And she has praise and thanks to go around. She gives no more credit to anyone above the most high. It was God who put her on the path to take over Sweet Treats from its thenowner Celeste Koepsel. “I say that because in 2019, I got 34 SEGUIN ~ GUADALUPE COUNTY LIVING

this feeling and this nudge to quit my job,” Holmes said. “I knew that was nothing but God telling me to do it. But I kind of fought Him on it because I was scared.” She had just had a daughter go to college and had reservations about her own ability to be successful without a regular job. Holmes came up with reasons why it might not work, but she felt God continue to push her toward entrepreneurship. Holmes eventually quit her job without a plan but with resolve that the Lord would take care of her. Soon she heard from Koepsel who was ready to retire and wanted someone she trusted to take over Sweet Treats. “I’m so thankful she chose me and she helped me,” Holmes said. “Not only did she choose me, but she helped me purchase Sweet Treats.” The trust was well placed. Now business is flourishing with the help of her family — sister Charron Miller, the sugar cookie dough girl; daughter Justice Holmes, the cleaning machine;

daughter Jayce Holmes, who is away at college but helps with social media; and daughter Brooklyn Holmes, a.k.a. Buttercream Brooke, who started making buttercream and has graduated to baking, is learning to decorate and also serves customers. The whole team is crucial to Sweet Treats’ success, Commie said. “I couldn’t do it without them, especially my sister,” she said. “I want to give a lot of credit to my sister. … She is my backbone.”

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Little Crab is excited to leave his tidepool home to visit the big ocean until he sees the enormous waves. Very Big Crab gently nudges Little Crab to face his fears, and he is rewarded with a fun day swimming and meeting new fish friends. (Ages 3-7)

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EVENT C A L E N D A R -Julyc omm u ni t y ta i chi t u esdays: e ve ry tue sday at 6 pm Partnered with GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit to bring you Community Tai Chi. All skill levels are welcome. Registration required to attend. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library. seguintexas.gov for more info. Location: Seguin Public Library, 313 W. Nolte St.

c orn hol e t ou r na m e nt: ninth – 7 P M Live music, cold beer & tons of wine from around the world. This event is open to everyone of all ages, so come and enjoy the unique grounds, bonfires and rare beautiful water front property on Lake Placid. Location: S.S. American Memorial, 450 Naumann Rd.

third thursday: Christmas in july fifthteenth – 4 - 8 PM Head downtown on the third Thursday of every month to enjoy a themed night and great deals. Downtown stays open late so you can shop local. Location: 201 S. Austin St.

FOOD T R U CK FR I DA Y: s i xte e nth – 11 A M - 2 P M Join Guadalupe County and The Seguin Main Street Program every third Friday behind the Justice Center for delicious eats. Location: S. Camp and W. Donnegan

Fa rm R oa d 69 li v e : s i xtee nth – 6 :30 P M Farm Road 69 performs country and southern rock. Family friendly event. Dogs and children welcome. Location: The Powerplant Texas Grill, 2006 Stockdale Hwy

-AUGUSTMARION SAUSAGE SUPPER & TRADE DAYS: SEVENTH – 10 AM Come out and enjoy the day with the Marion Chamber and have some German sausage, shop with the vendors, dance to some Polka music, play Chicken $hit Bingo and later enjoy a live concert with more dancin. Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 606 S. Center St.

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