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Dear Friends and Neighbors, How exciting to see Hunt celebrating 100 years! It has taken about 50 volunteers, working many hours, to make this historic May 19th centennial event happen. It’s going to be a fun day, so come out and experience this once-in-alifetime event. We’ll be there with our camera, so if you see us, ask us to take your photo. We love all anniversaries—they usually signify wonderful accomplishments. We’d also like to congratulate our friends, Kevin and Linda Pillow, on Wild Birds Unlimited’s 5th anniversary. Yes, that’s a few years shy of the Hunt anniversary, but still momentous for a great little shop that brings such pleasure to bird lovers! If you haven’t been in, stop by to visit them at 855 Junction Highway in Kerrville (River Oaks Shopping Center). Way to go, Kevin and Linda! Warm Regards, featur
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EVENTS Hunt Centennial Scrapbook 9 Hunt Centennial Committee 18 Hunt Centennial Parade 20 Hunt Centennial Folks 22 Hunt Centennial Demonstrators 26 Hunt Centennial Artists 28 Hunt Centennial Food Vendors & Entertainers
ARTIC LES 5 Prenups 24 The Way We Were 31 Battle of the Bugs 33 Title Talk 34 Bird Baths 35 Landscaping & Gardening
Diane Ferrell
39 Dietert Center
Editor & Publisher diane@kerrcountypeople.com
40 My Approach to Chiropractic
Mark A. Jackson Art Director │ Graphics mark@kerrcountypeople.com Cover Art Mark Jackson Kathleen Cook Contributing Editors Skye Alexander Anne Schneider
41 Diabetic Retinopathy Kerr County People Kerrville, Texas
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Contributing Writers Skye Alexander Anne Schneider Kathleen Cook Charlotte Huff Wayne Este KCP reserves the right to edit and/or refuse all submitted materials. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of KCP. Content is copyrighted by Mark Jackson and may not be reproduced without written permission. All rights reserved. Copyright 2012, Kerr County People Magazine.
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42 PRMC Caring for Our Community 44 The Miracle Cure 45 Home Healthcare 46 Peterson RMC Volunteers
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A Smart Way To Shop, An Easy Way To Sell.
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by Doyle Weaver by Doyle Weaver
Odds are that someone anticipating marriage is well advised to
consider a premarital agreement. According to most United States Census reports, about one half of all marriages will end in divorce. Critics claim that executing a premarital agreement means you are planning to fail at marriage; however, we engage in other planning techniques to compensate for similar catastrophic events based on less risk. Take for instance, where young people are encouraged to buy life insurance while it is more affordable. This despite the fact their probability of death at such a young age is far less than getting divorced. Once commonly referred to as a “prenuptial” agreement, they are now codified into the Texas Family Code beginning at Sec. 4.001. The law is commonly referred to as the Texas Uniform Premarital Agreement Act (TUPA). Sec. 4.003 of the act lists eight specific areas of interest that may or may not be addressed in a premarital agreement. Under paragraphs one and two of Sec. 4.003 of the TUPA, both parties can decide what rights each party has concerning the property during marriage. This can include any kind of property no matter who owns the property before or during marriage. It does not matter when the property was acquired or where it is located. The parties can also decide what responsibilities each will have concerning the property during the marriage. Paragraph three and four of Sec. 4.003 of the TUPA concerns the property rights and liabilities of the parties in the event of divorce or even death. Under these
provisions, the parties can agree to the property settlement in advance of a potential divorce after marriage. The parties can also agree on spousal support (alimony) or to not include spousal support. Keep in mind, that spousal support under the Texas Family Code is very limited to certain fact situations. Nevertheless, a premarital agreement containing a provision for spousal support or no spousal support is valid regardless of the facts upon divorce. Paragraph five and six of Sec. 4.003 of the TUPA allows the parties to contract for the making of wills, trusts, and “other arrangements” necessary to carry out the provisions of the premarital agreement. “Other arrangements” can include life insurance policies and is specifically provide for in paragraph six. Paragraph seven of Sec. 4.003 of the TUPA allows for the parties to decide in advance what state’s law will govern the contract. It can be the state of Texas or some other state. It may be more advantageous to have the law in some other state apply to the interpretation of the contract. Paragraph eight of Sec. 4.003 of the TUPA is a “catchall” provision. The public purpose of the TUPA is to provide parties broad freedom to determine how their property is used during marriage and how it is divided at death or divorce. There are two areas of interest that cannot be contracted for in a premarital agreement. A premarital agreement cannot be used to do anything against public policy or in opposition to a criminal statute. Specifically enumerated in the TUPA, a premarital agreement cannot be used to affect the right to child support. A properly drafted premarital agreement is enforceable in Texas provided certain
prerequisites are followed. If the contesting party can prove the party did not sign the agreement voluntarily, a party can contest a premarital agreement. Also, the contesting party may void the premarital agreement by proving to the Court the provisions of the premarital agreement are unconscionable. Premarital agreements can be challenged in Court. So, drafting a premarital agreement should never be attempted without consultation with an attorney and both parties should have independent attorneys. Doyle Weaver earned his JD from Regent University School of Law in 1990; was licensed to practice law in Virginia, 1991 and in Texas, 1997. This article and archived articles are re-published at Doyle Weaver’s Blog at www.hillcountrylawyer.tv.
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Hunt, Texas Centennial This is simply a very sincere expression of thanks and gratitude to those who helped plan, finance, and participate in the Hunt Centennial Celebration, as well as to those who attended the event. What a celebration it was! No doubt the overwhelming success of the event was directly attributable to the collaborative efforts of those many Hunt area residents who gave so generously of their time to plan and conduct the event. From the inception of planning two years ago it was always the hope of the Hunt Preservation Society and the Hunt Centennial Celebration Committee that the planning of the event and the celebration itself would serve to instill and engender abundant goodwill and community spirit in Hunt. Because of the success of the celebration, we have no doubt that those hopes have been fulfilled and that Hunt is a stronger community and more enjoyable place to live after this great adventure. Thanks again to each of you for making this wonderful event possible. Hunt Preservation Society Hunt Centennial Celebration Committee
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May 19th, 2012 A Commemorative Issue Kerr County People Magazine
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THICK HAIR
So you’ve got a head full of thick hair—congratulations! But thick hair isn’t maintenance free. Those luscious locks can be prone to frizz without proper care. These tips and techniques for caring for thick hair will help you keep that mane full, shiny, and free of frizz. Keep it clean. Shampoo two or three
times a week for thick hair. If your hair is prone to frizziness, try a cold-water rinse after you rinse out the shampoo. Shampoos designed for dry hair can also help keep frizz at bay, especially in thick hair.
Stay in condition. Try a leave-in conditioner periodically and a deep conditioner once a week or so.
Pick your product. There are lots of gels, pomades, and mousses that can help control the frizz that can plague thick hair. When you apply it, rub it between your hands a bit to make it easier to distribute through your hair, and apply first thing after your shower, when your hair is still quite wet.
The right way to dry. Air-drying is best, but thick hair can take a long time to dry. Try washing and conditioning your hair in the early evening so it has time to air-dry while you’re home. Then put it in braids or a ponytail overnight. If gel or mousse leaves your hair looking slick, scrunch your hair with a towel or an old T-shirt to loosen your locks without adding frizz. If you choose to blow-dry, dry your hair until it’s damp, not bone-dry, and use a diffuser.
Steer clear of brushes. Brushing your hair will lead to frizz. Use a wide-toothed comb instead.
Trim on time. If thick hair gets dry, it can be prone to split ends. Trim regularly to keep them under control.
With the right style and hair-care routine, you’ll be proud to show off your thick, full, gorgeous locks.
With 20 years in the beauty industry, Katie is the owner and a stylist at Tin Star Salon at 319 Earl Garrett in Kerrville. Call her at 895-5030 or 370-4945.
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Grand Wows!
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your furniture by consignment place The smart way to shop. The easy way to sell. GRAND WOWS!
is what the sign says out front and indeed this wonderful, out of the ordinary consignment store more than lives up to its name. “Oh Wow!” is what customers consistently exclaim when stepping through the door, on their first or fiftieth visit to Grand Wows! Inside this simple storefront, tucked between the grocery store and liquor store at the “Y” in Ingram, Texas, you’ll find a treasure trove of incredible items from all over the world. Grand Wows! specializes in quality, gentlyused wood furniture and clean upholstered and leather furniture for living, dining, bedrooms and all the rooms in between. Grand Wows! also features unique decorator items of all kinds and styles. Oriental and Indian rugs, designer lamps and chandeliers, original paintings, sculpture, one-of-a-kind handcrafts, selected antiques, crystal and china are all displayed in attractive room groupings that highlight the beauty of each object so you can visualize them in your own home or office.
The newest treasure at Grand Wows!
Laura Garcia of Marfa, Texas, and her daughter, Bianca, or “Little Wow” as she is called, are the new and proud owners of Grand Wows!, purchasing this successful business last October at just the right time—after the store had firmly established its reputation and identity. With a degree in interior design from the prestigious Savannah College of Art and Design, in Savannah, Georgia, Laura brings to the business her passion for furniture and youthful enthusiasm. Laura is wise in not altering what is working at Grand Wows! and in fact says, “I wouldn’t change
a thing. That’s why I bought the business. It was already amazing.” Laura’s extensive design background allows her to help you organize your spaces using furniture and décor from Grand Wows! Laura enjoys consulting with customers about placement, wall color and other details, a service that goes beyond what most consignment stores offer. Grand Wows! has been in business for 6 years and is now famous throughout the Hill Country for its quality merchandise, happy atmosphere and knowledgeable staff. Nancy Harber, creator and manager of Grand Wows!, enthusiastically welcomes Laura and Bianca to the Grand Wows! family.
It’s fun to shop at Grand Wows!
Although some things placed on consignment at Grand Wows have a unique history and might be considered antique, the majority are current styles that fit perfectly into contemporary homes. Interior designers regularly search Grand Wows! looking for that “just right” piece of furniture or décor for their clients. From ranches to townhouses to the grand estate, there is something in Grand Wows! to suit every taste and budget. Grand Wows! also features “funky, bizarre, and retro” objects from the 1930s to 1980s, which are highly collectible. A Formica table and chairs, art deco lamps, a Japanese preWWII kimono, John Wayne’s stunt gun, a Hoosier cabinet, a painting owned by a former Mafia don, and an ornate ceramic gas stove that once heated a castle in Germany have all found their way to Grand Wows!
Surprises like these are sprinkled throughout the store.
A new life for old treasures
People move to the Hill Country from all over the United States and bring their unique furniture and décor. Some, having lived overseas, have amazing collections. But now they live in Texas. Sometimes the furniture doesn’t fit their new lifestyle— perhaps they’re downsizing or just tired of their furniture and want a change. But what do they do with their former treasures? Most don’t want the fuss of trying to sell furniture themselves and a garage sale won’t bring enough money for the value of the items. That’s where Grand Wows! can help. Consignors trust that Grand Wows! will try to find just the right buyer at just the right price for the benefit of all. A frequent buyer and consignor, Martha York, director of The Center for Innovative Learning at Schreiner University says, “I always find something unexpected and wonderful in this little jewel of a store!” Whether you’re looking for a particular item or just wanting to spend a few quiet moments in a friendly place marveling at the latest arrivals, you’ll love Grand Wows! Through the years, customers and consignors have become loyal patrons and dear friends. Continue to page 37 KCP │ July-August 2012 │15
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Kerrville Travel is proud to announce that we are now offering wonderful escorted group trips that will depart right here from Kerrville. Liz Farris, a certified Tour Director, will be escorting these groups. Liz has been working with our local community escorting groups in the US and around the world for years. She is wonderful, and we are so pleased to be working with her.
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February 3-9, 2013 • $520 per person* Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston (Princess Cruise Line)
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May 31 - June 10, 2013 • $999 per person*
Availability for all trips is limited. Please call Kerrville Travel at 830-257-6266 to make your reservations today or for any other travel needs. *All prices listed are based upon double occupancy. Single rates are available upon request. Each motor coach tour requires a minimum of 35 people. Cruise prices listed are based upon lowest inside cabin category, are based upon availability, and include base cruise fare, port changes, & taxes. Fares for transportation from Kerrville to the San Antonio Airport round-trip and transportation from Kerrville to Galveston round-trip are additional, and will depend on the number of people going. All airfares, travel insurance, gratuities, shore excursions, and a possible fuel surcharge for the cruises are additional.
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D Barbara Wilson explained the art of spinning.
Kerrville jeweler, Jim Morris demonstrated arrowhead making.
Photo courtesy Mack Barham People lined up to get the Hiller’s hot-out-of-the-Dutch oven biscuits.
Maxine Denton showed visitors how laundry was done in olden days.
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Douglas Garey demonstrated the once-necessary skill of blacksmithing.
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Danny Wheat demonstrated how early Kerr County settlers made shingles from Cypress trees along the Guadalupe.
Wildgoose Manufacturing & Gallery Lee Scoskie explained the craft of weaving.
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by Ode Young, MD and Kathy Dietert, RN, BSN
The Way We Were . . . Ah, beauty in the 1950s. Here we thought we had all the answers to how a woman should look, and there were commercials upon commercials telling us about how to reach that epitome of beauty. One ad for Dorothy Gray Cosmetics is a standout. They were touting a cold cream that took off whatever was on your face, and to prove their point a radioactive tracer was introduced into the dirt the poor woman had on her face. Yet another Dorothy Gray Cosmetics ad asks, “Does your husband look younger than you do? ...you may side-step the tragedy that overtakes so many wives...” just by using our product. Today’s woman works hard to be beautiful, not for some other person, but for herself. She has pride in how she looks, and wants to look her best. Luckily for women of the Hill Country, that desire is not only feasible, but within easy reach. At Bella Luz, in Kerrville, looking your best is made possible by proven techniques and products. None of the snake oil gimmicks of the 50s are to be found. Whether you seek non-surgical facelifts, laser hair removal, rejuvenation procedures, or simply want to enjoy the famous “Bella Glow” with a facial and a massage, you will find it there. What areas bother you the most about your face and skin? Everyone has a “little something” they would like to improve 24│ July-August 2012 │ KCP
Maybe The Good Ole Days Weren’t All That Good that has been bugging them. There is likely a way the professionals at Bella can offer you a solution—a solution you may have never known existed prior to your personalized consultation. In the 50s, if you can imagine, facials consisted of not just patting, but more or less slapping the skin, to “bring around good skin circulation.” Thank goodness times have changed! Bella facials will leave you refreshed and thoroughly rejuvenated through advanced exfoliation and rehydration therapies. As a medical doctor and registered nurse, we know how to help you pinpoint problem areas and offer real solutions. We will help you manage your expectations and be straight about what will work and, maybe most importantly, what won’t work. We understand that as a modern woman, you want to look your best, and you can! With progressive technology, proven treatments, and advanced product lines, you will be totally rejuvenated, and just smile when someone comments, “something about you just looks different”. Many of Bella’s skin care products are pharmaceutical grade, and not available at spas without a doctor. The power of these products can be the difference when compared to off-the-shelf or other day spa products.
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y n o l o c t s i t r a Catherine PickensPastels, Watercolor, Jewelry with her sister Liz Pohl
Bobbin Phelps-Gredell Watercolor Clay Dahlberg Bronze Sculptures
Marsha Elmore Oil, Acrylic, Bronze
Roy Lee Ward Historical & Contemporary West
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Nancy Tarrant Barnard Gourd Art
Kathleen Cook Pastels
Carolyn Wheat Rare Jewelry Design
Debbie Luce Minns Pastel, Acrylic
Patsy Newbolt Watercolor Janet Reinwald-Watercolor
Joanne Jacobs Oil, Watercolor, Mixed Media
Brenda Harrison & Phyllis Garey representing Hill Country Arts Foundation
Hunt Jackie Gaskill Painted Hats and Boots
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Festival s r o d n e V Food
Elaine’s Table food boothHarley Crider, Tiffanie Lackey, Jeanne Schumacher-Sutton.
100 years
Bill Hickey, Larry and Diana Howard served up barbeque at the Hunt Store’s food booth.
Rio Ranch Cafe owner, Johnny Borrayo kept the grill going.
TABLES FOR GOOD SHOW & SALE
Benefiting Dietert Center’s Meals on Wheels
You’re invited!
You won’t want to miss this spectacular tabletop show, sponsored by Victorious Walk Ministries, offering themed tablescapes to delight your eye and tickle your imagination with great home décor for purchase.
Finds
Saturday, September 8, 9 AM – 3 PM Riverside Grill @ The Dietert Center 451 Guadalupe Street, Kerrville
RESALE SHOP
Tickets are $10.63 (that’s the cost of preparing two Meals on Wheels). Come support this essential program, providing over 57,000 meals a year, and enjoy fun and refreshments as Finds Resale Shop, a Victorious Walk Ministries, and the Dietert Center promise you a visual bonanza and great bargains. Doggie Bag and To Go Box sponsorships are available. For information call Tina Woods @ 792-4044. 28│ July-August 2012 │ KCP
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by Cody Goss
Losing The Battle Of The Bugs?
Try A Misting System! Many homeowners struggle to control flying pest populations using various do-it-yourself fly and mosquito remedies and, more often than not, the results are short-term and, in the long run, costly. Wouldn’t it be nice if you had a remote control and with a push of a button they would all disappear from your yard? Now you can with a misting system! Insect misting systems spray a very fine mist of botanical insecticide or green eco exempt solution through nozzles installed around and within the perimeter of your property. The mist floats in the air and settles killing any insect it comes into contact with. The systems can be programmed to spray at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most
active and other, more beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies, are not. It also controls other unwanted pests, like spiders, wasps, mud daubers, flies, gnats and 300 other bugs so you can take back your yard and make it the haven you deserve!
Commercial Applications
On the ranch a misting system can come in very handy for horse stables, deer pens, kennels, and barns. Mosquito misting systems can help aid in the control of diseases carried by insects and parasites, thus reducing the potential spread of infections and contamination.
populations, as can odorous areas outside of commercial kitchens. The application of odor neutralizers can be a simple solution to this problem. Ask your pest control professional today if a misting system is right for you and begin to beat the battle of the bugs! Cody is a licensed commercial applicator, integrated pest manager and owner/operator of Goss Pest Control, a Better Consumer Choices company. Call Cody at 830-370-0473 or email him at codygoss@buggoss.com.
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Misting systems can also be equipped to control odors in areas to which pests are most likely attracted. Garbage areas of hotels, restaurants, grocery stores or similar properties can be a trouble spot for fly
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Kolten, Amanda, Mike, James, Jim, Pam (not shown Kolten and Brandon) Authorized Hometown Store
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This great community continues to support our military service men and women by donating used cell phones to the Cell Phones for Soldiers program. On Friday, June 8th, 2012 the one thousandth phone was turned in at Texas, etc. by C.A. Martin of Hunt, Texas.
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We are honored to be of service and thank everyone who contributed, especially Diane Ferrell of Kerr County People magazine, for promoting us as a drop-off site. For each phone, a soldier receives a calling card, providing 2.5 hours of talk time—a total of 2,500 hours (or 150,000 minutes). Our new goal is another 1,000 phones. Again, thanks to everyone who participated; please continue dropping off your unused phones.
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Title Talk by Diane Green
Home Sweet
Home
Forty years ago, Bob and I moved to Kerrville. We were young
and ready to make our mark on the world. Bob had been given a teaching assignment at Tivy High School and I wanted to find a job. I began my search at First National Bank. A kind woman named Jo Poe told me that the bank wasn’t hiring but she knew that Daryl Lochte, owner of Kerr County Abstract & Title Co., was looking for a receptionist. I remember thinking that I probably wouldn’t get the job because I didn’t know the first thing about title insurance. At that time, I had never owned my own home. Thankfully, I did get the job and have many fond memories of Mr. Lochte and learning the value of title insurance. A few years after moving to Kerrville, we also became homeowners. There are many advantages to being a homeowner, including: Having a place for your family to live and building a sense of community. When you own a home, you can be secure in knowing that your family will have a place to live. When you rent, you might not always be able to renew your lease. Owning also gives you an opportunity to get involved in the well-being of your community and can provide a greater sense of belonging.
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Building equity. As you make loan payments, you reduce the principal owed and increase your equity in your home’s value. Building equity in your home is important. It can allow you to plan for retirement and achieve other future goals. Gaining tax advantages. When you own a home, you can deduct mortgage interest and property taxes from your income taxes. These deductions can mean significant savings. You might even find that it’s cheaper for you to buy than rent! Having stable monthly payments. If you choose a fixed-rate mortgage, you’ll pay the same monthly principal and interest for the entire term of your loan. Unlike renting, your monthly payment will stay the same, even when inflation leads to higher prices. I have a great deal of pride in my industry and the protection we provide homeowners so that they can have peace of mind while they make their own memories and build equity in the home that they love. Diane Green moved to Kerrville in 1972 with husband, Bob, and immediately began her title insurance career at Kerr County Abstract & Title Co. This is Diane’s 40th year in the title business. She is the owner of Kerr County Abstract. To learn more, call 257-5151 or visit www.kerrtitle.com. KCP │ July-August 2012 │33
by Kevin & Linda Pillow
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Just about anywhere you live, July and August can be hot. And here in South Central Texas we know about hot summers! So do the birds. Just like us, they are all looking for a refreshing place to cool off. Even with the Guadalupe River, ponds and streams available, adding a bird-friendly water source to your outdoor space will bring a wider variety of birds.
There are a plethora of baths to choose from. Pedestal baths are the most traditional, coming in both one and two piece styles. Hanging baths are the safest from cat attacks, but most birds aren’t looking for water in mid-air. Ground baths that sit on or near the ground are very popular with the birds—think puddles and creeks.
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Birds are attracted to moving water, so adding an agitator or a drip system will draw them in. You want to choose a bath that has sloped sides and is no more than two inches deep. Birds test the depth by gently “tiptoeing” in. In the summer months it’s wise to keep your bath away from shrubs where predators can hide. Lots of young birds are learning to fly right now and are especially slow when wet, making a “clean” getaway troublesome.
Watching birds bathe is fun! And watching them groom afterwards is a real treat too. To encourage birds to your bath, try adding dead tree branches stuck in the ground around the bath. Or even put one in your bath. This is especially true if you use a galvanized tub for deer water. Birds can easily fall in and drown. By placing a stick in it, they can get to the water easily and escape if need be. As always, fill your bath daily with clean fresh water.
Choose a spot for your bird bath where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the show.
Happy Birding! Kevin & Linda Pillow are the proud owners of Wilds Birds Unlimited Nature Shop located at 855 Junction Hwy in Kerrville. Each staff member is a Certified Bird Feeding Specialist and can help you discover a refuge in your own backyard. 830-895-7393.
LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING by Zack Derese
The Outdoor Guy
As
the grass is always greener . . .
the maintenance side of our business has grown exponentially, we realized we would have to make some adjustments to our “business as usual.” Precision Lawns is now the maintenance division of Kerrville Landscaping. Operated as a separate division under the same roof, Precision Lawns is guided by the expert leadership of Cody Dupler. His 10-plus years in the landscape business have taken him from Lubbock to Kerrville, where he now resides with his wife and three children. Cody is known by all for his integrity and passion, and is a welcome addition to our team.
One of the many benefits of a professional maintenance company maintaining your landscape is that they have the knowledge and are equipped to do much more than just mow your yard. As the temperatures in the Hill Country start to rise, there are some things you may want to consider having your maintenance company do to insure your landscape will look its best throughout the summer.
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Monthly irrigation checks are a wise thing to do. Older sprinkler heads will likely become inefficient due to build up and the amount of water your lawn is receiving may not be quite enough to keep it healthy. As always, a conversion to S.D.I. (Subsurface Drip Irrigation) is well worth your consideration.
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Mulching beds also helps to retain moisture around your plants. It breaks down and provides essential nutrients, and it also helps minimize weeds. Remember healthy, thicker grass means less room for weeds!
Zack Derese has deep roots in Kerrville. As owner of Kerrville Landscaping, Inc., he has been in the landscape business for over 15 years. He is a Landscape Designer, holds an Irrigation License (LI#9453), a Backflow Prevention License (BPAT #10754), is NCMA certified for Segmental Retaining Walls, and is a Water Feature Specialist. You can reach him at zack@ kerrvillelandscaping.com or call him at 830-377-4861.
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You can help your lawn survive the summer heat by raising your mowing height (taller grass helps the roots retain moisture), and make sure your blades are sharp to ensure a clean cut instead of tearing the grass, which dulls and weakens your lawn.
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The beginning of Grand Wows!
The delicate balance of quality merchandise and fair pricing were part of the original concept when Nancy Harber envisioned Grand Wows in 2006. When asked by her friend, real estate appraiser Liz Price, to organize the selling of her parents’ housefull of collectibles and furniture, Nancy readily agreed. Liz rented the storefront in Ingram, thinking that all would be sold in a short time.
And it was. But, unexpectedly, other friends started asking if Nancy could sell their things, too. Nancy told Liz, “This could make a business. What do you think?” And with little hesitation, Liz became the silent investor and Nancy became the outward personality and heart of Grand Wows! Nancy, Liz, and all who work at Grand Wows! have watched it grow from a little idea into a successful reality and say, “It’s a gift from God. We know it wasn’t an accident that all the pieces fell into place and all the right people came together to make Grand Wows! into a store that
is about more than just selling furniture. People feel good when they come in the door. A friendly smile and an encouraging hug are part of the Grand Wows! experience that Laura plans to continue.” Laura and Bianca Garcia, Nancy Harber, Kathleen Cook, and Pam Hardin welcome you to Grand Wows! Tuesday – Saturday, 10 to 4. 3302 Junction Hwy. (at the Y), Ingram, Texas. Call Grand Wows! at 367-7511.
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by Tina Woods
for caregivers TLO
Caregiving for an elderly lovedone is an awesome and loving task. Few gifts are more valuable than time and attention. Far too often, though, the stress of caregiving creates health problems for the caregiver.
Studies show—like oxygen masks on an airplane—as a caregiver you must first care for yourself so you’ll be able to care for your loved-one. Hard as it may be, it’s critical that you get a break, just to be able to continue such important work.
the Club for structured activities, games and lunch. While your loved-one enjoys the Club, you have 4 hours to run errands or just relax. “One of the major benefits of the Take Five Club is how much fun our members have,” commented Mary Amburn, RN, Take Five Club Coordinator. “They have a great time with all the activities and each other. Caregivers forget that it’s important for their loved-ones to get a break from them, too!”
Take Five Club meets Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and costs only $35 per day. It’s not adult day care—its better! We celebrate life and all that a person can still do. Prospective Club members must be able to follow simple directions, socialize, be
“Your homehome”
The Dietert Center’s “Take Five Club” can help! Caregivers bring your loved-one to
away from
• 3 nutritious meals a day • 24 hour call light system • Daily activity and recreation programs • Housekeeping • Paid utilities except cable and phone • Personal laundry • Medication assistance • Weekly transportation for appointments & shopping • Between meal snacks
ambulatory (canes and walkers okay) and be continent. Call for a free DVD and watch all the fun at a Club session. Join the caregivers who enjoyed more than 4,800 hours of rest last year while their loved-ones played at Dietert’s Take Five Club. Tina Woods is Dietert’s Executive Director. Contact her at (830) 792-4044, or visit the Center’s website: www.dietertcenter.org. The Dietert Center is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization located at 451 Guadalupe Street in Kerrville.
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by Dr. John Bilderback Chiropractor
My Approach to
Chiropractic Care I grew up in a chiropractic family. My mother, father, and grandfather were chiropractors, so it seemed natural for me to follow in their footsteps and open my own business in 1985.
Chiropractic is the therapeutic practice of using your hands to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions. Although different chiropractors may use different methods, in my work I combine manual manipulation, trigger point work, stretching, therapy, and exercise. When you come to me complaining of pain in a particular area, it is my job to isolate the spot that is causing the problem or pain and ease your discomfort.
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Usually, people think of chiropractors as physicians who adjust bones to relieve pain or stiffness. But I also work with your muscles, because the muscles play a key role in back or joint pain. Your skeletal muscles move your bones and hold your joints in place. Injured or overly tense muscles pull on the bones they are attached to and can impair the function or biomechanics of your joints or spine. Pain may also occur when a muscle or group of muscles entraps a nerve. To resolve this, I isolate and relax the muscle(s) with trigger point work, therapy, and stretching. Trigger points are small, sensitive areas within the skeletal muscles that result from injuries to the muscles. Strain, trauma, repetitive overuse, and chronic tension in one or more muscles can cause painful trigger points to develop––and they can spread to other muscles, creating pain pattern. After the muscles are relaxed, I then manipulate the spine or irritated joint to restore proper function. Regular chiropractic care, stretching, massage, and exercise will help keep your muscles and bones in good condition, so you experience less pain, stress, and fewer injuries.
Mention this article to receive your initial consultation free. Dr. Bilderback received his degree from Western State Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon in 1985. He has chosen to serve the folks of Kerr County and surrounding area for more than twenty years. 1416 Sidney Baker, 257-2323.
health awareness
Diabetic
Retinopathy Retinopathy
by Shelly Blaker, OD certain area of the retina. Sometimes when With Diabetes affecting approximately 25.8 million Americans (7 million undiagnosed), it is likely that you have heard the term “Diabetic Retinopathy.” Not every individual diagnosed with diabetes develops retinopathy, but the odds increase if you have had diabetes for several years. Diabetic Retinopathy occurs when the blood supply to the retina is compromised. Diabetes can cause changes to the blood vessels that normally provide a healthy blood flow to the retina. Some of the changes can be the actual leaking of blood or the vessels developing brush-like branches as well as the vessels becoming larger than normal. The beginning stages of retinopathy may cause blurriness in both central and peripheral vision if the damaged blood vessels are in a
there are no symptoms, the blood vessels are merely located in a different area of the eye that does not affect your vision. As retinopathy worsens, blind spots, floaters and cloudiness may be noticed. If retinopathy is allowed to advance by remaining untreated, scar tissue can develop because new blood vessels are trying to grow. The new blood vessel growth can pull away from the eye and cause retinal detachment. There are several treatments available to slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy, all involve surgery; laser or otherwise. It is very important that if diagnosed with diabetes, you tell your optometrist right away. Taking the necessary diabetic medications, following a good diet and regular exercise can reduce the onset or severity of retinopathy.
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blindness in Americans between the ages of 20 and 79. Sharing personal and family health history with all doctors involved in your healthcare is also of great importance. Early detection is key in treatment of diabetic retinopathy. To read more on diabetes—the disease, statistics and who it affects—go to the American Diabetes Association website, diabetes.org. A therapeutic optometrist and an optometric glaucoma specialist, Dr. Blaker has been practicing optometry since 2004. Doctor of OptometryUniversity of Houston College of Optometry and Bachelor of Science in Biology, also from University of Houston. Hill Country Vision Center, 205 West Water, Kerrville. 896-4044.
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Wellness through
Reiki Consider supporting your health with Reiki. This natural hands-on, nonmanipulative therapy stimulates the immune system and catalyzes the body’s biological ability to heal itself. Extremely relaxing and comforting, Reiki is an effective stress reducer and offers relief of pain and inflammation. Reiki supports other forms of healing, as well, including medical treatment. Over 70 hospitals and clinics in the U.S., including M.D. Anderson, utilize Reiki in their patient programs. Kerrville Reiki Master Anne Schneider offers free public Reiki talks and demos, as well as private Reiki sessions and training at her Ventana Al Cielo Studio. Private sessions are also available at The Center for Fitness.
Anne Schneider
Reiki I training and sessions are available at Anne’s Ventana Al Cielo Studio. Learn to do Reiki Yourself. Level 1 Training Workshops July 27 - 28 or August 24 -25 Friday 6:30 PM- 9:30 PM Saturday 10 AM - 5:30 PM For more information or to schedule Reiki talks, sessions, or training contact Anne at www.ReikiTexas.info
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health awareness health and wellness
Peterson Regional Medical Center is committed to providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered healthcare to our Hill Country friends and neighbors. Did you know that Peterson Regional Medical Center provides, on average, almost $2 million dollars a month in care for patients who are unable or unwilling to pay? That’s approximately $24 million dollars a year. The cost of this care, described as charity and bad debt, has risen in concert with the continuing impact of the national economic recession. These rising costs are primarily attributed to patients selecting the Emergency Room for non-emergent situations because they do not have (or cannot afford) a primary care physician.
Caring for our
Community
The new Peterson Community Care facility will be housed in this newly renovated 4,500 square foot building in River Oaks Shopping Center.
In February, the PRMC Board of Directors approved the opening of Peterson Community Care, a department of PRMC. The hospitalbased community clinic specifically meets the Board’s strategic goal of patient access to appropriate care by offering quality primary care and specialty care for all patients seeking healthcare at Peterson, regardless of payment status. Additionally, the clinic should lead to the reduction of charity care/bad debt by redirecting many unfunded patients who seek care in the ER for non-emergent care or in place of a primary physician. Opening this fall in the former Blockbuster space in River Oaks Shopping Center, the renovated 4,500 square foot space is highly visible and easily accessible. Hours of operation will be 7:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. on weekdays, including Fridays, with extended hours on Tuesdays from 7:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. and on Saturdays, 8:00 A.M. – Noon. The staffing structure includes a medical director, physician, two nurse practitioners, two registered nurses, and clinical support staff (technicians, medical assistants). Dr. Virginia Barlow has accepted the position of Medical Director and Jana McDermott serves as the lead Nurse Practitioner. 42 │ July-August 2012 │
Highlights and benefits of the new clinic include: • Peterson Community Care will serve the needs of the community and neighboring towns and improve access to appropriate healthcare in Kerr County. • Peterson Community Care offers a continuity of care for patients and community members in need of affordable medical attention. • The facility provides a cost-effective alternative to the Emergency Room (ER) for patients seeking non-emergent care, thus relieving the overutilization of the ER and ER staff. • Peterson Community Care will serve as a place for follow-up care to patients discharged from the hospital and/or without a primary care physician.
Jana McDermott will serve as the lead Nurse Practitioner at the new Peterson Community Care facility.
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• Peterson Community Care can reduce a patient’s length of stay in the hospital by offering follow-up care at the facility. Patients can also be referred to other healthcare resources, including home care and hospice, if needed. • Peterson Community Care serves patients with any payment source, on a sliding scale if they are self-pay with limited resources, as well as uninsured patients. The Peterson Charity Care policy for uncompensated care remains in place, if appropriate.
To learn more about Peterson’s Community Care email us at mypeterson@petersonrmc.com.
We believe that every moment matters. We believe in compassionate care. Most of all, we believe in dignity and respect for each patient we serve. Maybe that’s why so many families believe in us when it comes to choosing a hospice provider. Call for more information or to receive our free DVD, “Hospice and Your Loved One.”
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women’s health by Niessa Meier, RN, CNM
the Miracle Cure
I have a miracle cure, one that will make you:
• Lose weight • Have more energy • Sleep better • Look younger • Live longer • Enjoy sex more • Feel happier • Avoid heart disease and high blood pressure • Avoid bone injuries and hot flashes
Even better, its FREE! Ok, before you beat down my door to hear more about this, I’ll let you in on the secret. Regular exercise can do all of this and more by regulating your hormones. Now, if I had been talking about a pill that regulates hormones and makes you a more vibrant, sexy, healthy version of yourself wouldn’t you have been ready to order it today?
OK, But How Active Do I Have to Be?
Studies show that as little as 15 minutes of moderate exercise—like fast walking or dancing—3 times a week can improve the health of your heart. If you want to really feel good, try to increase your activity to at least 30 minutes, 5 times a week.
Do I Have to Run or Do Aerobics to Be Really Active?
No! The best activity is the one you like. Also think about what activity will easily fit into your life at low cost. For many women, walking is the best activity. It is also a good idea to do a number of different activities—so you don’t get bored. 44 │ July-August 2012 │ KCP
Walking Good Exercise?
Walking is great exercise. But you have to walk fast. Swing your arms. If you can talk while you walk, that’s good. If you can sing while you walk, you are walking too slowly.
I’ve Tried to Start an Exercise Program Before, but I Can’t Keep It Up. Any Suggestions?
Reward yourself with non-food items like new workout clothes when you reach your goals. After a month, you will have a habit that is hard to break. Celebrate! Niessa Meier is an RN and Certified Nurse Midwife. She is the mother of three and has worked in women’s health for 10 years as a labor and delivery nurse, childbirth educator and lactation counselor.
Here are some tips for getting started and keeping going with a more active life: ● Start today. ● Do it with a friend. A partner can keep you going when you feel like stopping. ● If you miss a day (or a week) start again. Now Offering the Melissa G. Wampler, MD Just think—if you fell Annette Jones, RN, CNM Medifast Weight Loss System down, you wouldn’t Niessa Meier, RN, CNM just lie there on the ground. You would get 1331 Bandera Hwy Ste 2 up and move on. So keep going! ● Use a calendar to keep track of your Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology exercise for a month.
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The following list summarizes the conditions the new law establishes.
Medicare covers home health services for individuals who are confined to their homes and in need of skilled nursing care on an intermittent basis. It also provides for physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and continuing occupational therapy if needed. To qualify for coverage, a patient must be under the care of a physician who certifies that the individual needs care and is confined to his/her home. To encourage greater physician involvement in patients’ home health care, a new law requires that patients be seen face-to-face by their physicians or certain nonphysician practitioners working with the physicians, either before home health services start or soon thereafter. This requirement is quite complex and in need of clarifications from Medicare.
1. The physician responsible for performing the initial certification (admission or start of care) must document that the face-to-face encounter occurred. 2. Patient’s visit must be related to the primary reason the patient requires home health services. 3. The visit must occur no more than ninety days prior to the start of home health care or within thirty days after the care begins. 4. Documentation must include the date of the visit and explain why the clinical findings support that the patient is homebound and in need of either intermittent skilled nursing services or therapy services. 5. Face-to-face encounters may be performed by the certifying physician, a nurse practitioner, or a clinical nurse specialist in consultation with the physician, or a physician’s assistant supervised by the physician. 6. Documentation of the face-toface patient encounter must be a separate and distinct section of, or an addendum to, the certification and must be clearly titled, dated, and signed by the certifying physician. 7. Non-physician practitioners performing the face-to-face encounter must document the clinical findings of that face-to-face patient encounter in the medical
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record and communicate those findings to the physician who certifies the encounter. Face-to-face patient encounters may occur through telehealth, but only if the telehealth encounter occurs at a Medicare-approved originating site (not the patient’s home). Certification of the need for home health services must be obtained at the time the plan of care is established or as soon thereafter as possible, and must be signed and dated by the physician who establishes the plan. (Certification is the act of signing the statement). Need for home health services may not be certified or recertified, and a plan of care may not be established and reviewed by any physician who has a financial relationship that is not a Stark exception or an antikickback safe harbor. A non-physician practitioner may not perform the face-to-face encounter if prohibited by anti-kickback laws.
The home health agency can help determine whether the patient has met these requirements. The agency needs a full list of all doctors the patient has seen in the ninety days before the start of home care. If none of those visits qualifies, the agency needs to know what doctor will be caring for the patient during home care. Visits with a nurse practitioner, physician’s assistant, clinical nurse specialist, or certified nurse midwife may meet the requirement, too. If you have any questions about this new rule, please ask the home health agency staff.
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celebrated the organization’s 35th anniversary at the Spring Fling on May 1, 2012 at the YO Ranch Hotel and Conference Center. The 110 plus guests in attendance enjoyed a great meal and musical entertainment by Ray Gutierrez.
Guest speaker, Mindy Wendele, Director of Business Programs for the City of Kerrville, provided updates about such topics as the new city hall, Schreiner Museum and the new river trail.
Pat Murray, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, thanked the volunteers for their many hours of service annually. He spoke of the challenges affecting healthcare, the new members on the PRMC Board of Directors and the ongoing plans for the Medical Office Building for physician offices to be located between the hospital and the Ambulatory Care Center.
New officers were installed: Beulah Huggins, President, Ronnie Woods, First Vice President, Phyllis Spencer, Second Vice President, Manuel Benavides, Treasurer and Nancy Olive, Secretary. The festive evening concluded with a champagne toast to
all the volunteers who came together to commemorate the 35th anniversary. Judy Jones-Amason is the Volunteer Coordinator and Patient Representative for Peterson Regional Medical Center. She is a 26 year PRMC employee and has always believed whole-heartedly in the mission of the Volunteer Auxiliary. She is a graduate of Tivy High School, Schreiner College and the University of Texas at Austin. If you would like information regarding volunteering at PRMC, please contact Judy at 830.258.7495 or e-mail her at jjones@ peterson rmc.com.
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