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COMPLIMENTARY NOV–DEC 2011
P E O P L E & L I F E O F K E R R CO U N T Y
Celebrating Art with
Evelyn Hickey
People Kerr County
THE PREMIER MAGAZINE CELEBRATING THE
PEOPLE & LIFE OF KERR COUNTY
Dear Friends & Neighbors, Seems unbievable that this is Kerr County People’s fourth anniversary! I know that I say that on each anniversary, but it’s just true! Once Again, I’d like to thank you, our Kerr County community, for reading, and advertising with us. We strive to do our best for you and look forward to many more years of doing so. We feel very blessed to live in such a community! Wishing you a fantastic Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2012!
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EVENTS 24 Hill Country Youth Ranch Auxiliary 26 Mt. Home Volunteer Fire Department 28 Daughters of the Republic of Texas
ARTIC LES 5 Mediation 7 Dane Ellsworth Coming Home
COVER
12 Fabulous Hair 14 Saving Money on Winter Energy Bills 15 Keeping Pests Away During the Holiday
Evelyn Hickey at her home, Steepside.
16 Winter Texans 17 Choose Xeriscaping 19 Title Talk
Photo by Portraits by Jenn portraitsbyjenn.com
20 Pamper Yourself 30 Hot Meals & Warm Smiles 32 Fighting Cancer 33 Hospice Care 34 Breastfeeding—The Gold Standard 36 Women's Health
Diane Ferrell
37 Home Health Care
Editor & Publisher diane@kerrcountypeople.com
38 Peterson RMC Volunteers
Cover Photographer Portraits by Jenn portraitsbyjenn.com Contributing Editors Skye Alexander Anne Schneider Contributing Writers Skye Alexander Anne Schneider Kathleen Cook Wayne Este
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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 2011, Kerr County People Magazine.
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by Doyle Weaver
MEDIATION
A PRIVATE ALTERNATIVE TO LITIGATION
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civil Justice system is open and available to all citizens for the resolution of conflicts and disputes. However, the system can be intimidating, time consuming, expensive, and is controlled by legislatures, lawyers, rules, regulations, and judges. In effect, it is your opportunity to introduce the government into your personal life and expose all of your problems to the public in order to settle a dispute. If that prospect is not so appealing, then, you might want to consider an alternative dispute resolution method. Many alternative dispute resolution methods are available that are more private and can either significantly reduce government involvement or eliminate it altogether. The Texas Legislature has codified the rules and regulations involving available alternative dispute resolution methods under Article 154 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code. Texas law allows for mediation, mini-trials, moderated settlement conferences, summary jury trials, and arbitration as an alternative to a public and expensive trial. Among these, mediation is the most widely used alternative dispute resolution method. The benefit to using mediation is that the process is confidential, can be relatively inexpensive compared to litigation, can be less time consuming, and is totally informal. There are no black robes, there is less legalese, there are no bailiffs, and there are no archaic rules, which only lawyers can understand. Mediation is a process where each party sits down with a trained and neutral mediator in an informal meeting to explore each party’s position and attempts to facilitate an agreed resolution acceptable to both parties.
Unfortunately, mediation is rarely used other than as one of the stages in the process of litigation. As a result, mediation may not have the full potential effect of reducing the time, the intimidation factor, or expense associated with a legal dispute. To take advantage of the full benefits of mediation, consider using the mediation process before a lawsuit is filed (prelitigation). The courts have the authority and will enforce mediated settlement agreements between parties like any other written contract. Locally, we are fortunate to have access to the Hill Country Dispute Resolution Center (HCDRC), which provides a neutral and qualified mediator and the mediation facilities for as little as $300.00 per party. Neither party is required to have an attorney to represent them in a prelitigation mediation with the HCDRC, but I recommend you at least consult with an attorney prior to mediation for advice on what your rights are concerning the dispute in question. Mediation can eliminate expensive legal posturing, still protect your rights, and bring about a satisfactory and peaceable result for all the parties involved. In addition, mediation provides each party a better opportunity to voice their feelings and to tell their story, which is an opportunity either party may not get in court. If you end up in court, a judge will make a decision that one of the parties will not like and the decision will be final. If one of the parties appeals the decision, there will be more expensive litigation. In mediation, the parties will be in total control of the outcome (mediation is non-binding) and will have the opportunity to ask questions about what is going on as it happens. If either
party does not like the potential outcome of the mediation, they do not have to agree to settle. Pre-litigation mediation is not for everyone or every dispute. Each party should consult with legal counsel about their particular circumstances before deciding their dispute can be mediated pre-litigation. If you are headed for litigation, then, consider prelitigation mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method. Pre-litigation mediation is not mandatory, so cooperation of all the disputing parties is required. 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.
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the arts Featuring Nationally Known Artist
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November 10 through December 10 2011
12th annual
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Dane
Ellsworth COMING HOME
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earing his worn cowboy hat and boots, Dane Ellsworth might be mistaken for a typical Hill Country rancher. But there’s nothing “typical” about his art, now featured at Texas etc., 1001 Junction Highway at Inn of the Hills. Let’s call it “familiar,” and then some. Ellsworth’s acrylics, oils, and gouaches are pure Texas. “I don’t need to travel far to be inspired by Nature,” he explains, “I enjoy going within a radius of a couple of hundred miles from my home here in Kerrville to do my sketching and painting outdoors.” Yet his western landscapes are purchased by folks who “recognize” that particular barn or hillside . . . whether they’re from around here or not. “A man from North Carolina recently bought one of my paintings because it reminded him so much of a barn back home. A professor at Duke University bought my artwork because it reminded him of home.”
by Anne Schneider
Perhaps the universal appeal of Ellsworth’s art finds its origins in his childhood. He grew up the only child of an itinerant sign painter, living in and passing through many states. Eventually Dane attended the Art Students League in New York and studied illustration and impressionistic theory. He went on to study with many other talented artists. Ellsworth describes his art as “impressionistic illustration” and his subjects can range from whimsical to nostalgic. The detail is precise, yet there is a pastoral sense of peace and serenity in his paintings. Reading frontier history informs his works and creates a calling to bygone days. With his fondness for painting horizons, Ellsworth captures a feeling of vastness—that unattainable place the viewer is drawn to on the canvass with what Ellsworth refers to as a “birds-eye, God’seye view.”
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Dane Ellsworth’s subjects can range from lyrical to nostalgic, almost always his paintings exude an underlying sense of peace and serenity as he is conscious of putting forth the positive in a sometimes negative world. Not quite comfortable in the high tech age, he enjoys frontier history and the bygone days.
Randy Grochoske’s bright watercolors and digital art reflects his whimsical view of the world around him. His graphic cartoonlike characters portray life south of the border through illustrated story telling. His works will surely put a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.
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We’ve expanded our fashion selections so you’ll have more choices, and added a full-service salon and day spa! Come shop till you drop, relax with a massage or manicure/pedicure, luxuriate in a facial, or get a fresh, new hairstyle—or even permanent makeup, all in one location . . .
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Fall
by Katie Kleespies
into the Holiday with Fab Hair!
Many women choose to dye their hair darker when fall hits because light hair just doesn’t look good with pale, winter skin.
sure the shade is only a few levels darker than your summer hue.
If you ever had the urge to darken your hair, now is the time. Rich colors that are in this season include auburn, chestnut and chocolate browns, and caramel and toffee blondes. Add rosy colors to your cheeks to complement your hair since you aren’t spending time in the summer sun.
Every woman wants to look spectacular for the holidays. However, since the “less is more” rule became a reliable source in fashion, you can bring a touch of glamour into your life with some stylish, yet very easy holiday hairstyles. Looking fabulous doesn’t necessarily mean trying the hardest hairstyles ever, but choosing one flattering hairstyle, match it properly to your outfit and wear it with confidence.
Be careful not to darken your hair too much. Two to three shades darker is perfect because it isn’t too drastic a change. Changing to a much darker color could wash out fall’s paler skin, so make
The classic ponytail is the it-hairstyle this season. Despite the fact that we are used to wearing a ponytail only for casual or different daytime looks, considering it just a modest option, you should know that it
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offers enough styling possibilities for you to create numerous hairstyles for every occasion. For a holiday allure, unrestricted volume in your hair is the best choice. One of the best ways to style a pony for holidays is to backcomb the hair in the front and set the pony at the crown of the head or at the nape of the neck. So simple, yet fabulous and special! My Christmas gift to new clients— complimentary cut with any color service through December. Katie is a hairstylist at the Tin Star Salon, 319 Earl Garrett, Kerrville. Contact Katie at 895-5030 or www.hairbykatiek.com.
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By Regan Land
On Your Winter Energy Costs
Save $$ Fall
is upon us, and we are finally getting some much needed relief from the extreme summer heat. As we all know, the mild days will turn cold soon, so now is a great time to prepare for saving some money this winter. Below are 5 tips to help you do just that. Lower the temperature on your water heater
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Heating the water in your home can account for up to 25 percent of the average energy bill. According to the US Department of Energy (DOE), for each 10ºF reduction in water temperature, you can save between 3%–5% in energy costs. Reducing your water temperature to 120ºF also slows mineral buildup and corrosion in your water heater and pipes. This helps your water heater last longer and operate at its maximum efficiency.
Turn the thermostat down According to the EPA, you can save up to 4 percent on heating costs for every degree you lower your thermostat. Another way to save money with your thermostat is to buy a programmable thermostat. DOE estimates that you can save around 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10°–15° for eight hours per day.
Turn ON the ceiling fan Reverse the direction of your ceiling fans so they are turning clockwise in order to pull cool air up and push warm air down.
Air sealing Air leakage, or infiltration, occurs when outside air enters a house uncontrollably through cracks and openings. Properly sealing such cracks and openings in your home can significantly reduce heating and cooling costs, improve building durability, and create a healthier indoor environment.
Have your heating system checked One of the best ways to save money on your energy bills this winter is to have your heating system checked. A professional can often see a problem before it happens. Also, the technician can make sure the unit is running as efficiently as possible so you can know you are not losing money while heating your home. Go to www.hardinheatingandcooling.com for cost saving coupons!
Regan Land was born and raised in Kerrville. He is the General Manager at Hardin Heating and Cooling where he helps customers get the most out of their indoor comfort system through energy audits, education, design, and repair. Regan holds a Texas HVAC Contractors license (TACLA27542E) and is a Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE). You can reach him at regan@hardinheatingandcooling.com or (830) 792-3993. You can
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Keep Annoying Pests Away For The Holidays “Sorry folks, I’m not talking about mothers-in-law here; I’m talking about bugs!” by Cody Goss Tips to ensure pests are not guests this holiday season: •
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Be careful what you bring into your home! That new dress or arm chair could be harboring bed bugs. Be sure to inspect and clean anything going into your home. Be careful when bringing down those Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations from your attic or storage area as these areas are not frequently disturbed and can be a hideaway for spiders and other bugs. Be sure to inspect and shake out your fresh cut Christmas trees outside your house before bringing it inside (remember National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?).
Things your guests do not want to hear while visiting this holiday season: “Don’t worry about the noises coming from the attic; the mice are just trying to keep warm.” “Sure, those spiders look scary, but I don’t think they bite.” “Well, I guess it’s that time of year for bugs to come in where it’s warm…” “I saw some of those in the kitchen when I was cooking.” “I don’t think those are bed bugs… sleep tight!”
worry about bugs anytime, especially during the holidays! Goss Pest Control wishes you and your family a great Thanksgiving and a very Merry Christmas! We are looking forward to a great 2012! Cody Goss is a Licensed Commercial Applicator, Integrated Pest Manager and Owner/Operator of Goss Pest Control, a Better Consumer Choices company here in Kerrville. You can call Cody at 830-370-0473 or email him at codygoss@buggoss.com. You can also visit the website at www. buggoss.com.
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The Orange Crowned Warbler will be one you see often. This tiny, nondescript, drab yellow guy will be all over your suet and mealworms. He has a bright orange spot on the top of his head—something you rarely see— unless he is angry or flirting.
You should get to see the Yellowrumped Warbler as well in your yard. This warbler will have bright yellow breast patches and always has a bright yellow rump. Hence the nickname “Butterbutts.” They are very playful birds and will hang out all winter long.
The ever popular American Goldfinch and Pine Siskins will start arriving too. They usually come in together, and there will be a lot of them. Both will descend upon your Nyjer feeders along with our year round resident, Lesser Goldfinch. You can easily have 30 birds on one long mesh feeder at a time with 30 more waiting their turn. Attracted to moving water, you can have 10 or more in the bath at one time just splashing away.
Another favorite is the Cedar Waxwing. Can you guess why they love to come here in the winter? How about our abundance of Ash Juniper trees? You know—the ones that wreak havoc on allergy sufferers with cedar fever. They love the berries produced by the tree and will come in large flocks. 30-50 of them will swoop around in unison as a flock then land in the trees and happily gorge on the berries. They also love water features. Waxwings are gorgeous birds with velvet like plumage featuring a super bright, yellow band at the end of their tail that looks like someone dipped them in paint.
Keeping out lots of water, mealworms and suet will attract these delightful Winter Texans. Enjoy.
Happy Birding!
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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
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is a great time of year for outdoor entertaining! Think it’s too chilly outside? That’s nothing that an outdoor fireplace, a fire pit, or just an oldfashioned campfire can’t solve. Add a pavilion or other outdoor living space, and you’re ready to enjoy the Hill Country up close and personal.
After one of the worst calendar years ever for local horticulture, perhaps your landscape is suffering. However, this is a great time to assess the problem areas and develop long-term solutions that are functional, yet still attractive. (Xeriscape does not necessarily mean white gravel and three cacti!) Perhaps some of your lawn could be converted to more water efficient shrub beds, or you could convert your sprinkler system to S.D.I. (Subsurface Drip Irrigation). S.D.I. can save 40-60% on water usage as well as the ability to water up to Stage 4 Restrictions. Check out our website for more benefits of S.D.I.. It’s a great time to plan for next spring, and with our proprietary “Virtual Landscaping,” you can see your landscape in 3-D before we ever start! Call Beau Itschner for a free initial site consultation. Beau, who received his Landscape Architect’s Degree at Texas Tech, is a master at putting our ideas into a comprehensive plan. The 3 Dimensional Modeling takes you on a tour through your finished landscape before the work commences. This takes the guesswork out for you, and saves us having to make changes in the middle of construction. 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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A Gift
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As the holidays approach each year, I spend time feeling thankful for family and friends who bring joy to my life. I love searching for the perfect gift for each person to express my love and thanks. Try as I may, sometimes my gifts miss the mark. There was the time that I gave my son-in-law, a music enthusiast, a satellite radio for his car. Initially, it seemed like the perfect fit but I soon realized I had created a burden because he had to pay a monthly subscription fee to enjoy the radio. I’ve also given gifts that are the wrong size or color, and gifts that stay in packages until they mysteriously find their way into someone else’s stocking next year. Yes, I know it’s the thought that counts, but I can’t help feeling pleased when I find that perfect gift— the one that doesn’t require money to maintain and is the right fit. As a title insurance professional, I like to think of title insurance as that perfect gift for homeowners. Consider the following story: a seller establishes a $100,000 equity line of credit against a property that he has under contract for sale. The seller then closes the sale 10 days later, which is too soon for the additional lien to show up in a title search. A year later, the new owner decides to re-finance his mortgage and discovers the $100,000 lien against his property. Of course, the seller is now nowhere to be found. If the owner has title insurance, he can simply ask the title insurance company to resolve the problem. Title insurance protects buyers who risk losing their money or home due to problems with the property’s title. A typical title insurance policy covers the amount of the real estate sales price, requires a onetime fee rather than ongoing premiums, and stays in effect until the buyer sells the property. Risks range from invalid and fraudulent real estate sales to hidden legal encumbrances tied to an existing property. In addition, sellers can have missing heirs, former spouses or other parties who claim that the property actually belongs to them. By providing ongoing protection to homeowners against risks with a onetime fee, title insurance is truly a gift that keeps on giving. Diane Green moved to Kerrville in 1972 with husband, Bob, and immediately began her title insurance career at Kerr County Abstract & Title Co. Diane and Bob enjoyed raising their children in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Diane has spent 39 years in the title business and now owns Kerr County Abstract. To learn more, call 257-5151 or visit www.kerrtitle.com.
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Tis the Season to Pamper Yourself by Ode Young, MD and Kathy Dietert, RN, BSN
Everyone
wants to look her best, and no time more so than during the Holidays. Reuniting with old friends and family, having parties and attending social events are activities filling the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Years’. We all get caught up in the hustle and bustle of shopping, decorating, meal planning and entertaining. It’s important to remember to spend some time on you. This season you want to be, and to project the image of a relaxed and vital person . . . rested and healthy. Our Medical Spa offers a variety of nonsurgical treatments, with little or no downtime, which offer results within the first week. Botox, Dermal Fillers, and the Syneron Laser can quickly improve your appearance and lift your spirits. Upon injection, dermal fillers, such as Radiesse, immediately soften and diminish lines, and tighten that laxity caused by aging. The most common areas of concern are those smile lines and creases that frame your mouth. Juvederm filler is also a popular
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Come and Glow at Bella Luz this Holiday season! technique, used to give a more youthful and soft look to the lips and surrounding area. Fillers can also be added to the cheek pedestal, creating the appearance of an elevated cheek bone, slightly lifting the face. Small, conservative treatments with fillers, Botox and lasers can result in a fresh and rested appearance very quickly. You’ll look like you had a great vacation, not like you “had something done.” Esthetic treatments, like our professional Holiday Pomegranate Enzyme Facial are sure to help you de-stress while gently massaging antioxidants deep into your skin’s layers. Antioxidants have been shown to exfoliate and protect skin from forming free radicals which can cause damage like fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores and congested and inflamed skin. Our Pomegranate Enzyme Facial will promote deep hydration, reduce oiliness, lighten and brighten the skin while evening out its tone and texture. Besides, it feels Wonderful! You’ll leave relaxed and glowing from the inside out. Bella Luz is adding a new service this Holiday Season—Silk X-treme Lash Extensions! This will draw attention to your eyes, which is the key to a more natural beauty. Check out before and after pictures at http://www. xtremelashes.com/ and then book your appointment with our esthetician.
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Evelyn hanging her paintings in the hallways of the recently renovated Schreiner Building in downtown Kerrville. Front Cover: Evelyn at home in the living room of her 1929 Spanish revival home, Steepside. On the wall behind her hangs the home’s only Evelyn Hickey painting—Evelyn prefers to enjoy the work of other artists in her home.
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EVELYN
by Anne Schneider
CELEBRATING ART with
Evelyn Hickey
M
aking the exciting announcement just in time for the holidays, Evelyn Hickey assures us her 1550 Gallery and Studio is alive and well. That trademark twinkle in Evelyn’s eyes hints Christmas might come early to the Texas Hill Country.
A NEW CANVAS
Medical reasons eventually forced Evelyn to close the Gallery doors at 1550 Junction Highway. But she insists, “I can’t not create art!” True to her word, Evelyn has spent the past six years working on a new type of canvas—Steepside, her and husband Mike’s new Kerrville home, built in 1929, above the Guadalupe River.
with our restoration . . . the house had all the qualifications necessary for the National Register of historic homes.” Her next book will feature her abstract paintings.
EVOLUTION OF A VISION
Raised on a South Texas ranch, Evelyn grew up visiting Kerrville every summer. Her grandfather helped develop Methodist Encampment in 1925 for summerhouse
THE GIFT OF 1550 GALLERY
For ten years, Kerrville art lovers made loyal sojourns to Evelyn’s eclectic 1550 Gallery on Junction Highway. Always treated to a totalimmersion experience with Evelyn’s bold style and brilliant use of color, gallery-goers reveled in her large canvases of expressionistic faces, florals, and abstractions. Evelyn’s fluid colors never fail to bridge the gap between artist and observer. The South Texas-born artist comments, “I want the viewer to experience a new way of seeing the nuances of each face and form and then to enjoy the total composition. The process of painting itself is my reward.” A decade of 1550 Gallery guests flocked to Evelyn’s imaginative events sponsored monthly. The Gallery tempted visitors with a wide variety of artists and media—from “Texas Hot Wax” to a classical guitar CD release party, from whimsical fiber art to bejeweled bangles and beads and wearable art—accompanied, of course, by food and wine. Evelyn offered the Kerrville community a true celebration of art—a real party. Evelyn’s creative flair has included work with painted quarry tiles, semi-precious stone jewelry, mosaics, batik on paper, textiles, paintings on canvas and paper, and mixed media collage. She explains, “I am attracted to the interesting shapes and designs that are inherent in all things.”
A cool autumn afternoon is the perfect time for painting on the deck of Evelyn’s newly renovated 100-year-old barn, which houses her 1550 Gallery and Studio.
Atlee B. Ayres, architect of San Antonio’s McNay Museum and many beautiful old homes in Olmos Park, designed the Spanish revival-style house. Kerrville’s Dr. Sam E. Thompson built the red-tile roofed, twostory home. In 1976, the stately house with its spiral staircase, graceful arches and scores of expansive windows even served as a filming location for the movie Pony Express Rider. Evelyn has published a book of her photos as a pictorial history of the challenging process of the house’s restoration. “The home’s limestone was quarried on the property, and the wood floors are original. We tried to keep the home’s integrity of style intact
sites. She moved to Kerrville in 1958, and attended Tivy High School. After college, at the then Schreiner Institute and at Texas Christian University, Evelyn took art classes and workshops, lived in Ft. Worth, and then moved to the Kerrville area in 1983. Numerous juried shows and invitational exhibitions welcomed Evelyn’s paintings, including one-person shows at the Hill Country Arts Foundation in Ingram, Salon Mijangos in San Antonio, World Trade Center in Dallas, and Schreiner University. Decorators and designers sought her counsel, private and corporate collectors commissioned her works. Continued on page 31 KCP │ Nov-Dec 2011 │23
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by Tina Woods
Enrich a Life with Hot Meals and Warm Smiles What would happen in your later years if you couldn’t leave your house? Couldn’t shop for food? Couldn’t prepare a meal? Who would help you survive? The Dietert Center would!
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or more than 40 years, Dietert has been feeding Kerr County’s elderly. A hot, nutritious meal is the lifeline that keeps many of our oldest citizens independent and in their homes. Every weekday, Dietert’s “Meals On Wheels” provides a hot lunch and warm friendship to approximately 240 frail elders. Many are disabled and on limited incomes. Smiling volunteers in Kerr County deliver more than 57,000 meals each year. “In many cases, our volunteers are the only people these homebound elders see,” says Pat Hudgins, Dietert’s “Meals On Wheels” Coordinator.
Getting “Meals On Wheels” starts with a phone call to (830) 792-4044. For those who qualify, meals are available on a donation basis. “We don’t put folks on a waiting list,” Hudgins added. “We know they need to eat—no senior in Kerr County should go hungry!” Since meals are available by donation, funds for this vital service are always in short supply. Demand has increased, along with expenses. One home-delivered lunch costs Dietert $5.36, including food, labor, packaging and operating expenses. This year, $127,000 must be raised to keep this critical program going!
Help feed a senior by sponsoring meals for a day, a week, a month, or even a year. Donations can be made on our website, mailed or dropped off. We thank you! 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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Continued from page 23 While immersed in her art and deeply committed to 1550 Gallery, Evelyn tirelessly devoted time as well to many local groups, including Hill Country Arts Foundation, Guadalupe Watercolor Group, Hill Country Charity Ball, Visions 10, Schreiner University, and Kerrville’s popular Art in the Hills Second Saturday galleries tour. Today, Evelyn is busier than ever. Among the many works in progress at her home studio is an actual violin to be painted and donated to the Symphony of the Hills for their March 2012 fundraising auction, A Symphony of Sight and Sound. “It’s something that symphonies across the country are doing to raise money, and it’s a fun project.”
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Evelyn is also creating artwork for Kerrville’s restored downtown Schreiner Building. Her paintings will be hung on all three floors for display and sale. Evelyn confides, “I’m privileged and thrilled to be a part of this endeavor in our community’s historical restoration.” The latest project for this dynamic artist was the remodeling of a 100 year-old barn. It is the new home of 1550 Gallery and Studio. “This will be much more than another art gallery,” Evelyn shares with excitement in her voice and that twinkle in her eyes. “I envision 1550 as a sponsor of special weekend and weeklong art showings and trunk shows using local and Texas artists.” Evelyn plans to form a local studio group to participate in openstudio tours once or twice a year for area and tourist art lovers. In addition to paintings, 1550 Gallery will show and offer for sale a delightful potpourri of art glass, pottery, jewelry, fiber art, and one of a kind hand-made clothing.
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“Re-opening 1550 Gallery and Studio is the gift of a new beginning, a blessing I want to share with the Hill Country community.” ’Tis the season for Evelyn Hickey.
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Except during special events, the gallery will be open by appointment only. For information about 1550 Gallery, contact Evelyn at 830-257-1550 or 1550gallery@ktc.com or visit the web site at www.1550gallery.com. Anne Schneider is a Kerrville writer and author of Breath Found Along The Way, a book of her poetry and face cast mask art. She leads Tai Chi classes and Reiki workshops at her Ventana Al Cielo Studio. Visit her at www.PoetsMask.com.
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health awareness
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veryone knows someone who has been diagnosed with or died from cancer. In the U.S. alone, cancer claims more than half a million lives each year. It doesn’t have to be that way. Cancer is preventable and can be treated naturally. If that sounds too good to be true, here are five facts about cancer:
R E C N A C
It all comes down to what you eat and drink. You’ve heard the expression “you are what you eat,” right? You can lower your risk of cancer by changing what you eat and drink.
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Eat ground flax seed with anything. Try it with cottage cheese.
2.
Use fresh lemon or lime juice to alkalize the body. Even though the juice is acidic, it turns alkaline when your body metabolizes it.
Here are five things you can do:
Last, but not least, control your stress levels. According to the National Cancer Institute, stress can affect tumor growth and the spread of cancer. Stress weakens your immune system–– don’t let it weaken yours.
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Drink at least a half-gallon of water every day.
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Cancer cannot grow in cells that are properly oxygenated.
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Reduce the number of soft drinks you consume.
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Cancer cannot grow in an alkaline environment, a pH above 7.
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Limit sugar intake and stay away from artificial sweeteners.
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Your body’s immune system should be able to control and kill cancer cells if it is working properly.
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Enzyme therapy helps control cancer.
Eat more fresh vegetables and don’t over cook them––the less they’re cooked the higher their nutritional value. Exercise regularly to improve circulation and increase oxygen intake.
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Keeping inflammation under control reduces the risk of cancer.
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These inexpensive foods are especially important if you are actively fighting cancer:
Wellness for the Holidays
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. Treat yourself or someone you love to a Reiki session. Gift certificates are available for 75-minute full sessions and for 35-minute introductory mini-sessions. 32│Nov-Dec 2011 │ KCP
To your health. Mention this article to receive your initial consultation free. Dr. Bilderback received his degree from Western States 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, Kerrville. 257-2323.
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“Why didn’t someone tell us about this sooner?”
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Sadly, hospice providers have heard comments like these more times than we can count.
Who Can Benefit?
Over a third of hospice patients die within seven days of admission to a hospice program. Why? Because they were referred for the care very, very late . . . because they didn’t know they could ask for the care . . . because they were hesitant to openly and frankly discuss the natural progression of an illness or disease process with their physician. Everyone with a terminal prognosis can benefit from a full six months of hospice services, if not significantly longer. In fact, a 2007 article from the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management Reports, “patients who chose hospice care lived an average of one month longer than similar patients who did not choose hospice care.” Electing the hospice benefit is not about giving up hope. It’s about shifting the focus
Hospice offers services for patients and their caregivers, wherever they call home, as long as the patient remains medically eligible for the benefit. Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance companies cover the services at 100%, and include medications related to the diagnosis, medical equipment and supplies, and all visits from the hospice team (M.D., R.N., C.N.A, chaplains, social workers, bereavement coordinators, and volunteers). Support is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. And, according to a Duke University study (2007), hospice saves Medicare an average of $2,309 per beneficiary. And that’s a matter of concern for all of us in this time of interest in healthcare reform. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to call more attention to this much-needed and appreciated service. If you, or someone you know, is facing a lifethreatening illness, don’t hesitate to find out more about how hospice can help. Kerr County native, Jackie Newman, RN, has been with VistaCare for 16 years. Jackie is available to speak to your group concerning hospice care, or to give you personal information on a one-on-one basis. VistaCare is located at 1001 Water Street Suite B-100, Kerrville. 830-792-6200.
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ne of the most common surgeries performed on women today is a hysterectomy. Hysterectomies are done to treat several medical conditions such as heavy menstrual cycles not responsive to other treatments, enlarged fibroids, pelvic organ prolapse, and precancerous or cancerous conditions of the female reproductive organs. The method of performing this surgery has evolved to decrease the recovery time, pain to the patient, and complications.
This method of surgery has many benefits for the patient. Abdominal pain is decreased because the wristed instrument can easily be manipulated without putting pressure on the abdominal wall. Less pain translates to decreased need for strong IV or oral narcotics. Patients have done so well that in some cases they are sent home later the same day. Another benefit is decreased blood loss due to the superior visualization. The surgeon is able to zoom in on the area of interest and avoid small blood vessels. The robot system comes equipped with software that removes tremor and this allows for more precise surgical technique. There are some medical conditions that have traditionally been treated with large abdominal incisions requiring longer hospitalization and recovery times, but which can now be approached robotically.
The two most common conditions are large fibroids and pelvic organ prolapse. Other medical conditions can be treated robotically, such as removal of ovarian cysts and endometrial implants. But women are not the only ones benefiting from the da Vinci robot. The robot is used for prostate cancer surgery, colorectal surgery, head and neck surgery, and some cardiothoracic procedures. You should ask your physician if you are a good candidate for the robot and if he/she is offering this option at this time. The physicians at OB/GYN Associates are now offering this option to appropriate candidates. Please call our office for a consultation if you are seeking a minimally invasive surgery that will allow you to return to your daily activities in a quick and safe manner.
Peterson Regional Medical Center brought our community to a new phase in this evolution with the acquisition of the da Vinci Surgical System. This robotic system uses miniaturized wristed instrument and high-definition 3D technology to assist the surgeon in performing minimally invasive surgeries. The surgeries are performed through small 8-12mm incisions on the abdominal wall. The number of incisions can vary from 3-5 depending on the type of procedure. The surgeon places sleeves through these incisions and then the robot is attached, or docked to the sleeves. The surgeon sits at a console next to the patient and controls the wristed instrument while looking at the 3D image.
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Make Sure You Are Informed Before You Change Your Medicare Coverage Before joining a plan, you should understand the type of plan you are joining. Some Medicare Advantage Plans have certain network restrictions requiring that you only see health care providers who belong to the plan’s provider network. Your local Area Agency on Aging can provide unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your health care options. The telephone number to call is 1-800252-9240. You should make no change in your health care coverage without speaking to your physician, your pharmacist, local hospital, and your home health care provider.
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At this year’s clinic, on September 21, volunteers registered over 1100 people for flu shots. Beginning at 10:00 in the morning and closing at 6:00 in the evening. Area folks lined up and were quickly directed to an area for service. There was even a drive-through line for those with difficulty getting in and out of their cars. This combined effort has assisted our community for over five years and is just one of the many services our volunteers help with throughout the year. If you would like to share a few hours a week, or a month, serving the community as a PRMC volunteer, please stop by my office or give me a call. We have a place for you and always welcome new volunteers to our group! Martha Kies, Volunteer Auxiliary Coordinator for Peterson Regional Medical Center, brings to PRMC her love of helping people, as well as expertise in volunteer coordination from serving 11 years as Asst. Volunteer Coordinator of Community Relations with Kerrville State Hospital. You may call Martha at 258-7495 or email her at mkies@petersonrmc.com.
Frances Andrews and Billie Cochrane help Barbara and Walter Wilson in the drive-thru lane.
Mayor David Wampler
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