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MENtionable PJ Lailhengue Fashion Picks Boho Chic

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contents On the Cover: Northshore Veterinarians.................................... 6 MENtionable: PJ Lailhengue.............................. 10 Boho Chic....................................................... 16

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Lorraine Hyde, Genesis Venture Logistics Leading by Example......................................... 22 NORTHSHORE VETERINARIANS Pet Talk............................................................. 7 Mandeville Animal Hospital................................ 8

BEAUTY, FASHION & LIFESTYLE

Disaster Preparedness for Pets............................. 9

Behind the Scenes The cover shoot with our Enterprising Woman....... 5

HEALTH Dr. Paul Gordon School Children and Playground Safety.............. 34 Dr. David Tran Pets and Humans............................................. 34 Eat Healthy All Year Back-to-School Lunchbox Ideas.......................... 37

HOME & GARDEN Home Feature Surrounded by Memories.................................. 24 A Late Season Harvest Anyone Care for Veggies?................................ 31

FOOD & ENTERTAINING Foodies and Friends Bringing the Heat: Local Girls Win Culinary Battles................................. 32

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Paradise on Columbia Are Stretch Marks Forever?............................... 29 Coping Mechanisms School Anxiety................................................ 35 Our Fashion Picks Boho Chic....................................................... 16

BUSINESS E.J. Fielding Funeral Home A Legacy of Compassionate Care...................... 15 Tips for Success Channeling Your Inner Vlog.............................. 28

COMMUNITY Editor’s Note.................................................... 6 Ribbon Cuttings............................................... 35 Kids Being Kids............................................... 36 St. Tammany Rocks.......................................... 37

Recipes

Notes & Notables............................................ 38

Grilled Mahi-Mahi Tacos and Scallop Maque Choux............................... 33

June Events..................................................... 40

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behind the scenes Enterprising Woman Lorraine Hyde

Publisher Joanne Gallinghouse Editor Chelsea Adams Sales Manager Lorie Hollis

We met up with our Enterprising Woman Lorraine Hyde at Air Salon in Covington. She prepared for her photo shoot by relaxing and having her hair and makeup professionally done

by Mandy Cessac. We were able to see a different side of Lorraine by asking her a few questions that weren’t a part of the EW interview.

Art Director Kristi Probst Graphic Designer Pam Hendrix Account Executives Emily Baker, Stephanie Bromley, Corrinn Fisher and Suzanne Lucido Contributing Writers Chelsea Adams, Joy Feldman, Lisa Ribbeck Lyons, Casey Perrin Robert, Mary Speed and Jill Willie Contributing Photographers Timothy Dunford, Pam Hendrix, Michelle Preau, Steve Randon and Nick Salvetti.

Fashion Stylist Sharon Bilbe Home Stylist Corrinn Fisher Production Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative

SW: If you could be any place in the world right now, where would you be?

LH: Lake Michigan, Mackinac Island. Time seems to slow down and everything moves at a much slower pace. There’s no traffic and everyone gets around on island by horse and buggy.

SW: Of what accomplishment are you most proud?

LH: Starting my own company.

SW: What are you reading right now?

LH: “The Joshua Code” SW: What did you eat for breakfast this morning?

LH: A Kind bar.

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL FUN I ALWAYS LOOKED

forward to the first day of school. While a new school year filled my stomach with butterflies, it also brought new possibilities—and, if I was lucky, an awesome new Trapper Keeper and a few scented mechanical pencils!

A summer without schedules and homework was great, but I welcomed the chance to make new friends and learn new things. Even now, I’m excited as my kids get ready to begin school again. Starting anew brings a fresh perspective for my kids and a welcomed return to routine for everyone in our family.

Even so, some kids may find back-to-school a stressful time. In this month’s issue, Dr. Mary Speed offers some tips for combatting school anxiety. We also have some great tips for healthy brown bag lunches, courtesy of Joy Feldman. And though the kids will be returning to school, they can continue to paint and look for rocks throughout the parish. Read more about all the fun in our St. Tammany Rocks feature.

Also in the August issue, you’ll get to meet some of the skilled veterinarians who care for our treasured pets, and Enterprising Woman Lorraine Hyde, who owns and operates Genesis Venture Logistics in Covington. Find great recipes from two Culinary Kids students who have found success on the national stage.

And don’t forget about Sophisticated Woman’s annual bridal show coming up on Sept. 17 at Maison Lafitte in Mandeville.

Tickets are on sale now for $10 and available at sophisticatedwoman.com.

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NORTHSHORE

VETERINARIANS If you’re a pet owner, a good veterinarian is key to your fourlegged friend’s health and happiness.

Fortunately, the Northshore is home to a large number of general vets and specialists who provide state-ofthe-art care for your pets. Meet some of the area’s skilled providers in Sophisticated Woman’s Northshore Veterinarians section.

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What are some healthy treats I can feed my pet?

Fruits and vegetables are healthy, low calorie treats that many pets enjoy. Green beans, carrots, bananas, apples and watermelon (no seeds) are great snack options for most pets. Always consult your veterinarian first especially if your pet has an underlying illness. Do not feed grapes, raisins or onions. For those wanting to feed a more “meaty” snack, I recommend Primal Pet Food Treats.

Break treats into several pieces to control and limit the total amount of treats your pet receives per day. Love them and feed them healthy treats in a healthy way!

Liza Ledet, DVM Mandeville Animal Hospital 419 Girod St., Mandeville 985-377-0800 • mandevilleah.com

My pet isn’t sick. Does he need acupuncture?

Yes, all animals and people can benefit from acupuncture. Acupuncture can be used to treat illness, but a better way to use it is to prevent illness. Acupuncture promotes balance in the body, and in a balanced body disease does not exist.

Ashley Geoghegan, DVM, DVA, CVFT VetNaturally by Dr. G 985-718-9991 • VetNaturally.com

Can my cat contract heartworms?

Yes. Cats typically do not have the number of heartworms that a dog can have, but the disease process can be worse. Cats have an amazing immune system that typically fights the larvae that is transmitted by a mosquito bite, but their body will still react the same way that they would if they had a full infection. Cats with heartworm disease can present many different ways, but it is deadly and can easily be prevented. There is no treatment for heartworm disease in cats except supportive therapy. Contact your veterinarian to make sure your cat is on monthly prevention and ask about testing options that are available for cats.

Dr. Christie McHughes Crosspoint Veterinary Hospital 70323 Highway 1077, Covington 985-888-1566 • crosspointveterinaryhospital.com

What can I do about my dog’s bad breath?

Nothing shows unconditional love like slobbery kisses in the morning. But what about that breath? Many owners consider “dog breath” as being normal, but there may be underlying reasons for your pets halitosis besides just poor oral hygiene.

Ask us about dental cleanings for your pet and what you can do at home to prevent bad breath.

Nick Cross, DVM Pet Care Center 969 E. Boston St., Covington 985-900-2225 • petcarecenterinc.com

When is it good not to have a “Hot Dog”?

Heat stroke is commonly seen in Louisiana due to our hot, humid climate in the summer. The normal walk around the neighborhood or game of fetch can quickly result in a tragedy. If your pet is experiencing heat stress, you may see increased panting, weakness, increased temperature, staggering and eventually collapse. Unfortunately your pet doesn’t have to be exposed to the heat for very long before they are stressed, especially those cute short, stubby-nosed breeds. In order to prevent heat stress do activities with your pet early in the morning or late in the afternoon, bring and provide plenty of water and take plenty of breaks. Most importantly, never leave your pet unattended in the car. Remember most pets won’t stop until they drop. Ask us how to help keep your pet safe and healthy! • Kelsey DiMiceli, DVM Riverside Veterinary Hospital 2099 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville 985-626-7297 • riverside-vet.com

The contents of Pet Talk are for informational purposes only. Always seek advice from your veterinarian regarding medical conditions of your pet.

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Mandeville Animal Hospital COMFORTABLE, COMPASSIONATE CARE

DR. LIZA LEDET knows every pet is different.

What may work for one dog or cat may not work for another. That’s why she strives to treat each patient as an individual so she can recommend appropriate treatments to the owner.

Offering a variety of options and incorporating integrative medicine are hallmarks of Ledet’s practice. For example, instead of simply prescribing pain medication for a pet with arthritis, Ledet often suggests supplements, acupuncture and laser therapy to lessen pain and inflammation.

“I always want to find ways to heal my patients and decrease the amount of medication that may have harmful side effects,” she said, adding that she works to make owners comfortable with their pets’ treatment and vaccination plans.

Ledet devotes enough time to each patient so she can help the owner understand the issue. “I believe strongly in education, and there is a lot of misinformation out there. I want owners to understand what is going on with their pets so they can make the right decision for their family.”

The hospital is located in Old Mandeville and reflects the quaint feel of the neighborhood.

Ledet and her team offer patients stateof-the-art care in a comfortable setting.

Services include digital X-rays, in-house lab work, routine surgeries, dental cleanings, preventative care, grooming and boarding with late evening walks.

Ledet was named The Northshore’s Best General Veterinarian in 2015 and 2016, and Sophisticated Women’s Enterprising Woman of the Year for 2015.

Mandeville Animal Hospital is located at 419 Girod St. Call 985-377-0800 or visit mandevilleah.com for more information.

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Disaster Prepardness For Pets WRITTEN BY JEFF DORSON

FROM HURRICANES TO the BP oil spill to 2016’s floods, the Humane Society of Louisiana has lots of first-hand experience helping pets and livestock in the wake of natural and manmade disasters. To help owners prepare, the Humane Society of Louisiana offers these tips to ensure that pets and livestock are adequately cared for and safely evacuated in the event of a disaster.

1. Have all pets and livestock microchipped with your current name and phone number. Micro-chipping is often the only way to establish the true identity of a pet’s owner in the event you’re separated. Keep photos of you and your pet in several locations to help establish yourself as the owner. Smart phones, tablets and social media are good options.

2. Have enough pet carriers to accommodate your pets. Mark your carriers with your name, pet’s name and phone number in permanent ink. Make sure your pets also have a collar and tags.

3. Keep medical records in plastic sheet protectors; keep food, water and medical supplies in a separate plastic carrier.

4. Select a safe destination beforehand. Make plans ahead of time to stay with relatives or at a hotel that will accommodate your pets. If you don’t have transportation or sufficient room for all your pets in your vehicles, contact your local humane society for assistance or ask if they have a ride-sharing program.

5. For livestock, make sure you have an evacuation plan for all your animals and sufficient food and water during their temporary stay.

Find additional resources, including pet-friendly hotels, at redrover.org/ pet-disaster-preparedness.

Jeff Dorson is the executive director of the Humane Society of Louisiana.

Established in 1988, it is one of the state’s largest animal protection organizations.

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A Winning Formula PJ LAILHENGUE - MIKE’S DEN WRITTEN BY CHELSEA ADAMS PHOTOS BY PAM HENDRIX

MINUTES AFTER THE Saints

won the Super Bowl in Miami in 2010, PJ Lailhengue boarded a plane to return to New Orleans. The flight landed around 2 a.m., but instead of going home to sleep, he went straight to a print shop on the Southshore.

As the owner of Mike’s Den, Lailhengue needed to pick up an order of t-shirts and hats, commemorating the Saints’ victory. It’s a good thing he made that late-night trip across the lake. The next morning, fans descended on his Mandeville store to purchase the attire. “The line wrapped around the building. We had to hire security to manage the crowd,” he said.

Giving Saints and LSU fans what they want drives Lailhengue’s business. It’s a delicate art, a true balancing act. He’s got to anticipate how much to order a year before it ever reaches the shelves. That’s because it takes 10 months from the time he places an order until the products arrive in his store.

So to prepare for the upcoming football season—one of the most popular times of the year for Mike’s Den—Lailhengue has to place orders for merchandise the prior October. He’s got to correctly guess how much to order to meet shoppers’ demand. If he doesn’t order enough, there’s a good chance the manufacturer won’t have additional product later in the season and fans will have to go without the polo shirts, t-shirts and hats they want. “A lot of apparel companies used to carry back-up product but so many are cutting back,” he said. “They don’t want to take the financial risk of having inventory left over. That’s why you have to order the right amount.”

Over the past 12 years, Lailhengue has perfected the craft of ordering fan apparel and gear. He bought Mike’s Den in 2005 and learned the in’s and out’s of the sporting apparel market.

“When a product comes in, I know what’s going to sell and what’s not,” he said. Maybe that’s because he spends so much time with other fans who make up his customer base. Each year, Lailhengue, his wife and now an infant daughter make a vacation out of an away game, going last year to Lambeau Field to watch LSU play Wisconsin. He’s also a long-time Saints’ season ticket holder.

While he’s a fan of both teams, Lailhengue also knows his sales are dependent on teams’ successes and failures. “It’s easy to make money in this industry when the teams are successful since the business is

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LSU football’s second national title came in 2007, LSU baseball won the College World Series in 2009 and the Saints won the Super Bowl for the 2009 season. Those were very good years for Mike’s Den. Competition from online and big-box retailers has changed the face of the industry.

To stay competitive, Lailhengue maintains licensing agreements with Nike, Columbia and other brands that only sell their merchandise through select retailers. That allows him to sell Nike Sideline Gear, jerseys and other products you can’t purchase at other retailers.

One thing Lailengue doesn’t do is stock merchandise from other teams. While he admits some teams would probably sell, it’s not worth the trade off. “I’m not going to make (LSU and Saints) fans angry by stocking other teams merchandise,” he said.

Owning a retail storefront was not Lailhengue’s first foray into the business world. He grew up on the Southshore and earned a scholarship to play baseball at Delgado Community College. After realizing he wouldn’t be going further with his baseball career, Lailhengue joined the Air Force. He served one tour overseas as part of Operation Southern Watch, an operation to enforce a no-fly zone in Iraq.

While still in the Air Force, Lailhengue returned to college, earning a degree in business from Upper Iowa University which operates satellite education opportunities on military bases. After leaving the military, he obtained a Kellogg’s franchise and sold merchandise to grocery stores on the Northshore.

A neighbor in Covington originally owned Mike’s Den and was ready to sell after a few years in business. “The numbers made sense so we bought it,” he said. When Lailhengue purchased the store, it only carried LSU merchandise. Within a couple of years, he doubled the physical footprint of the store, adding a wide selection of New Orleans Saints merchandise. “The clientele forced me, in a sense, to expand it,” he said.

“The fans are loyal, but everybody wants to pull for a winner,” he said. “People say the easiest way to sell tickets is to win games.

That goes hand in hand with us.”

Mike’s Den is located at 1892 N Causeway Blvd., in Mandeville. Call 985-626-9668 or visit mikes-den.com for more information.

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IF YOU’RE A parent, you may have noticed drastic changes in playground equipment. In large part, these changes are due to concerns over injuries. Over 200,000 children in the U.S. are treated each year in hospital emergency rooms for playground-related injuries.

It is extremely important for children to disconnect from electronic devices and get outside to play. This is particularly true considering the increasing rate of childhood obesity. Playgrounds are ideal areas for kids to socialize while getting the exercise they need.

The most important element to playground safety is adult supervision. Kids need to be supervised so an adult can intervene when a child is not using the equipment properly or is acting in a dangerous fashion. Kids like to test their limits, and sometimes young children cannot properly judge distances and may try something that is likely to cause injury.

The playground surface is another important factor in reducing the number of injuries from falls. Asphalt and concrete are obvious surfaces to avoid. Look for safety-tested rubber surfacing mats or areas of loose fill 12 inches deep made from wood chips, shredded rubber, mulch, sand or pea gravel.

Children should always play in areas of the playground that are age-appropriate.

Playgrounds should have three different clearly designated areas for different age ranges of children. Children under 2 should have spaces where they can crawl, stand, walk and explore.

Kids age 2 to 5 should use equipment such as low platforms reached by ramps and ladders, flexible spring rockers, sand areas and low slides. Kids age 5 to 12 should use rope climbers, horizontal bars, swings and slides, in addition to having open spaces to run around and play ball.

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A Legacy Of Compassionate Service E.J. Fielding Funeral Home MUCH HAS CHANGED

in the funeral business over the last two-and-a-half decades: cremations are more popular than ever and non-religious services are seeing a steady increase, even in the most religious parts of the country. However, some things have not changed.

The Fieldings established their business on principles of utmost respect and concern for the deceased and their families.

Eddie Fielding, along with his sister Kathy Fielding Smith, has operated E.J. Fielding Funeral Home for the last 25 years. They are part of a continuing legacy of funeral directors that has spanned multiple generations.

In the 1930s, Edward J Fielding Sr., and Edith Schoen Fielding moved to Covington to work with Edith’s family who had owned funeral homes since 1874. Years later, Eddie Fielding would work at Schoen Funeral Home alongside his father, E.J. Fielding, Jr., grandfather and uncle. It was clear that Eddie would continue to expand his knowledge of the family business. In 1970, Eddie graduated with a mortuary science degree and soon after began his apprenticeship at Schoen Funeral Home in New Orleans. Upon his return to Covington, Eddie went back to work at Schoen. In 1986, the Schoens sold their five locations to a funeral consolidator. It was at this time that Eddie left Schoen and with the encouragement of the community, began to consider opening his own funeral home. “I was confident we’d be successful,” Eddie said.

“We were all involved in the community, and we knew its needs.” In 1992, the ground was broken on E.J. Fielding Funeral Home and Kathy, a licensed funeral director, came to work with Eddie. Now, with its staff of 40, Fielding is a Covington staple.

A typical day at Fielding often involves several funerals. For the Fieldings, orchestrating a busy day is a seamless routine, shaped from years of skilled experience and attention to detail. In fact, the funeral

home prides itself on customizing funerals to best celebrate the life of the deceased. The Fieldings encourage families to reflect on the lives of their loved ones by honoring their achievements and celebrating the life they shared together.

Kathy stressed that their tradition is one of respect—the same respect she and her brother learned when they were growing up working at Schoen. Eddie and Kathy hope this respect and care will be a constant, even in the next quarter century. “I still love the community, and I love helping them decide how they’re going to honor their loved ones. It’s been a privilege and an honor to be able to continue the legacy of my family here for the last 25 years,” Eddie said.

E.J. Fielding Funeral Home is located at 2260 W. 21st St., Covington.

Call 985-892-9222 or visit ejfieldingfh.com for more information.

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O u r Fas hio n Picks STYLED AND COORDINATED BY SHARON BILBE PHOTOS BY MICHELLE PREAU SHOT ON LOCATION AT ABITA ROASTING COMPANY

DURING THE HOT

humid month of August, everyone wants to be as comfortable as possible without sacrificing style. Boho (short for Bohemian) fits the bill for women of any age.

Whether you are a young lady, preteen, twenty, thirty or more, this style can work for you.

Boho relies on comfy, flowing natural fabrics and accessories that are often worn in layers.

The color scheme is traditionally a soft, natural palette within plaid, floral or embroidered patterns. If you prefer a bright color palette, no worries. We have a look for you as well!

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Caroline: Kimono, $19, taupe knit dress, $46, Columbia Street Mercantile. Necklace, $29, crochet open-toe bootie, $119, Shoefflé.

Kayla: Printed maxi, $42, necklace, $19, bracelets, $10-$16, Columbia Street Mercantile. Taupe stacked heel, $119, Shoefflé.

Corrinn: Navy, off-shoulder silk dress, $198, Palm

Isabel: Tie-dyed kimono, $25, denim shorts, $45, tank, $28, fedora, $37, flip flops, $50, Olive Patch.

Michelle: Blue-fringed top, $98, printed crop pant, $158, cork purse, $88, Palm Village. Slip-on flat, $79, Shoefflé.

Patrick: Anchor button up, $47, shorts, $40, fedora, $37, sandals $38, Olive Patch.

Village. Floppy hat, $29, sunglasses $19, suede anklewrap stacked heel, $109, Shoefflé.

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Corrinn: Sand top with tassel, $128, Palm Village. White capri, $79, Columbia Street Mercantile. Gold beaded sandal, $69, Shoefflé.

Caroline: Floral kimono, $42, yellow tee $10, raw-edge denim shorts $38, fringe purse $39, red suede choker, $6, Columbia Street Mercantile. Cognac lace-up sandal, $89, Shoefflé.

Caroline: Rose maxi dress, $36, Simply Chic. Necklace, $29, leather and jute wedge, $29, Shoefflé.

Michelle: Black tunic, $49, denim shorts, $69, necklace, $29, earrings, $5, Columbia Street Mercantile. Cognac sandal, $89, Shoefflé.

Kayla: Floral hi-low maxi, $59, Columbia Street Mercantile. Bracelets, $29 each, sunglasses, $19, blush velvet heel, $29, Shoefflé.

Michelle: Gold crochet dress, $198, Palm Village. Beaded earring, $29, Columbia Street Mercantile. Tan wedge, $69, Shoefflé.

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Enterprising Woman

Lorraine Hyde Leading by Example WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE PHOTOS BY STEVE RANDON

THIS IS A MAN’S world ... or so they thought. In the male-dominated world of transportation and logistics, Lorraine Hyde is quickly proving the industry needed a woman’s touch.

This petite, soft-spoken woman is a dynamo who is quickly building a logistics and supply chain management powerhouse right here on the Northshore. Her company, Genesis Venture Logistics is helping industrial companies across the globe save hundreds of millions of dollars in transportation and transportation-related costs.

“More than 80 percent of an industrial company’s cost is in transportation and logistics. By identifying more efficient ways to secure, move and warehouse materials, we can make a huge impact on a company’s bottom line,” she said. “We are experts in logistics, leveraging our experience, reputation and connections in the industry to secure lower costs. This gives our clients the ability to focus on and cultivate their core business. It gives them the freedom to do what they do best.”

A natural problem solver, Hyde has been involved in supply chain management for over 20 years. She has worked for three Fortune 500 companies providing million of dollars in cost savings.

During her tenure at one of the companies, Hyde built an exceptional team of logistics professionals with a combined 100 years of experience in the industry.

They developed a unique dynamic that Hyde described as “lightning in bottle.” After a merger, Hyde was faced with separating the team. Rather than dissolving the department, she decided to keep the team together and branch out on their own. “The genesis of our new adventure had begun,” she said. “It seemed only fitting that we would name it Genesis Venture Logistics.”

In just over one year, the company has already established itself as a leader in national and international logistics. When the Louisiana National Guard needed to move an artillery disposal chamber from Port Catoosa in Tulsa, Okla., it looked to Hyde’s team for solutions.

The team successfully coordinated the transport of the 436,000-pound, 100-foot long chamber by barge to Natchitoches, La., and then by truck to Camp Minden.

GVL is currently consulting with one of the largest petrochemicals companies in the world to evaluate and optimize its global transportation strategy.

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I BELIEVE the most POWERFUL IMPRESSION I can make is through my own WORK ETHIC. It is something I learned at an early age, WATCHING MY MOTHER care for me and my six siblings.

services across the U.S.; expanded its asset base; and created two additional divisions within the company. Genesis Venture Trucking now owns four industrial 18-wheelers and access to more than 200 owner-operator trucks that help offload and move materials throughout the country. Genesis Venture Materials is a materials yard in Madisonville that provides gravel, sand, limestone, clay and other organic landscape materials to residential and commercial builders.

“The past year has been a whirlwind,” Hyde said. “Our growth is a testament to our entire team. Each person has their own area of expertise but we all work together to identify our clients’ pain points and fix them.

They bring innovative ideas to the table and together we come up with solutions. I trust them implicitly.”

Noting that she’d rather empower her team than micromanage them, Hyde said she leads by example. “I believe the most powerful impression I can make is through my own work ethic. It is something I learned at an early age, watching my mother care for me and my six siblings.”

Hyde’s mother, Mila, met and fell in love with her dad in the Philippines. After they married, she left her home country and took on the role of a military wife, relocating to

different army bases throughout the country every two years. “My mom is my role model.

She taught us that if you were going to do something, you should make sure you do it right,” Hyde said. “Looking back, she was the first logistics expert in our family. It took a lot of planning and coordination to move a family of nine so many times. She managed transporting the most precious cargo time and time again. I guess some of that rubbed off on me.”

Hyde is grateful for the opportunity to have lived in various destinations throughout the world but has found happiness in Mandeville.

“We have a wonderful life here with our two furry children—our cocker spaniels Chip and Ladybug. I am a dog lover by nature and a cocker spaniel lover by experience,” she said.

“When I was about five years old, my mom and I fell down an icy hill in Germany. Most everyone ran to help my mother, but a black cocker came to my rescue and licked the snow off my face. Now I help to rescue them.

“My job is getting things where they need to be. With Genesis Venture Logistics, I am confident that I am right where I need to be. It is a great feeling,” she said.

Genesis Venture Logistics is located at 1001 Ochsner Blvd., Suite 419 in Covington. Learn more at genesisventurelogistics.

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Surrounded by Memories WRITTEN BY CASEY PERRIN ROBERT PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY DUNFORD

PRESTON MARX AND SONIA YORK are collectors.

Of souvenirs, memorabilia, furniture and experiences.

From the time you drive onto their five lush acres, the evidence is spread out before you. Azalea bushes surround the driveway and bromeliads line the parking pad. The colorful front patio garden offers a mere hint of what awaits you inside the house.

The couple’s home is the perfect backdrop to display

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the treasures they’ve accumulated during a lifetime of travels. Built in 1983, they bought the home in 2002 when Dr. Marx relocated from New York to Louisiana to chair the School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine at Tulane University. It was a full-circle moment for him, as he was born and raised in the Bywater area of New Orleans. Having been back in his home state for 15 years, he says he won’t live anywhere else again. Like

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It was a different type of full-circle moment for Sonia when they moved here. Born in Chile, Sonia came to Louisiana by way of California. She also spent time in Brazil where she became a veterinarian and worked to develop vaccines for pets. Sonia describes her transition to living in this area as a sort of homecoming. “It is warm here, it is colorful, people are nice,” she says. “It reminds me of my time in Brazil when I was young.” During her years living and working in California, Sonia traveled extensively bringing home treasures from around the world. “In those days it was easier to bring things into the U.S. I used to get extra suitcases to bring things home!”

A petite lady with a splashy presence, she has an impeccable green thumb.

Sonia personally planted all the azaleas around the couple’s five-acre estate and added the central fountain in the front of the house. She has amassed an orchid collection over the years so big that it requires its own greenhouse; another greenhouse is dedicated to easy-care bromeliads. These tropical plants enjoy the summers outside in the gardens, adding color and pattern to the array of native plants that form the background of the estate. The classical styling of the house provides an ideal structure for the fullness of the gardens, which spill over into the interior with plants sprinkled throughout the living spaces.

The traditional front entryway, with its mahogany door and marble tiled floor, gives way to a symmetrical arrangement of formal parlor with a French clock and silver tea set, and classical English library filled with books and a tiger oak cabinet from St. Joseph Abbey. In another full-circle experience, Dr. Marx was a student at the Abbey in his youth and was happy to welcome this piece in his home.

Guests can retreat to the four upstairs suites and find themselves in total privacy, with access to the second floor balconies for admiring the view of the pond and creek. Even upstairs, no surface is unadorned.

Mardi Gras memorabilia fills one suite.

A countryside theme fills another.

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From page 25 natural background that flows into the loft where a billiards table overlooks the family room.

And what an impressive room it is. The structural fireplace with openings on four sides dominates the family room. “It’s over 7,000 bricks that make this thing up. It kept the house standing when a tree laid on the roof in (Hurricane) Katrina,” Dr. Marx said. He’s spent his career traveling back and forth to Africa, Indonesia, South America, particularly in equatorial countries. Along the way he has gathered a few interesting pieces himself.

A photo of his safari Jeep sits quietly among some other pieces, similar to how he resides in the house: unassuming among remarkable pieces.

There is folk art from every continent, mixed with fine art and family photos. The sculptural coffee table in one seating area is actually a piece of redwood tree root that has been cut down to a manageable size. Lights from niches in the upper bricks give glow to Grecian blown glass plates. The dining area showcases a wedding garment from Cameroon alongside masks from Kenya. A string of cowbells in various sizes hangs beside a vibrant orchid. A console table is filled with souvenirs from Tibet. Russian dolls sit beside wooden horses from Sweden and across from old photographs of the Louisiana swamp.

No matter where your eyes fall, inside or outside this home, they rest on something interesting, something with a history, something with a story to be heard.

“We never feel alone here,” the couple agreed.

“Our memories are all around us.”

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Channeling Your Inner Vlog WRITTEN BY CHRIS HERTING

THERE ARE COUNTLESS

ways to gain your audience’s attention in today’s world of communications. As video engagement continues to soar, video blogs—aka vlogs—are increasingly popular. Today’s websites and apps make it easy to upload and share your video content. Coupled with the fact that YouTube perennially ranks second to Google as the world’s largest search engine, it’s easy to see why so many individuals and businesses turn to vlogging instead of blogging. Some have even found stardom fine-tuning their craft.

Now that you see the importance of the vlog, here are two key ingredients that will provide THE recipe for success!

First, pick the platform that works for you.

Then, make your viewers happy. Seems easy enough, right? Let’s dive deeper. The top three video marketing platforms are YouTube, Vimeo and Wistia. YouTube is the largest. At no cost to you, it’s the premium platform for content discovery and brand building. Vimeo and Wistia are great for businesses and better suited for individuals or brands with an established following; both give the user more control over

their content than YouTube. Vimeo has built a reputation of “better quality” and offers a less expensive business plan on the market. Wistia is typically a cut above the rest when it comes to SEO optimizations and video analytics.

Once you’ve chosen your video provider, it’s time to create compelling video content.

Studies show you have three seconds to grab viewers’ attention. So, you must answer one very important question right off the bat: Why should I watch this video?

If you’re vlogging for business, give the viewer a way to reach you. Provide a clear and concise call to action such as a website or social media page to visit or a phone number to call.

Most importantly, HAVE FUN! Chris Herting is a Digital and Social Media Specialist at Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative. He has experience delivering innovative digital solutions for hundreds of brands, including the NFL’s Washington Redskins. Gallinghouse is located at 409 W. 21st Ave., Covington. For more information, call 985-893-7631 or visit gallinghouse.com.

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Are Stretch Marks Forever?

WRITTEN BY DR. MICHAEL HAAS

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Forever? It is estimated that up to 90 percent of women who have had children develop stretch marks.

It is common to develop them around the abdomen, hips, breasts, upper arms, buttocks and thighs. Stretch marks aren’t limited to pregnant women. They can also occur in people who gain weight very quickly.

Stretch marks occur when the dermal layer of skin (under the top epidermal layer) gets stretched too far. This action pulls apart some of the supporting structures called collagen.

When this happens on areas of the body that hold more fat, the skin gets stretched faster than the normal body repair mechanisms can keep up with.

These marks on the skin start out purple or reddish. After a time, they lose pigmentation and develop a “hollowed out” feel. There doesn’t appear to be a reliable method to prevent stretch marks from occurring.

Once present on the skin, treatments involve repairing and restoring the collagen that was damaged in the dermal layer.

Laser treatments, some chemical peels and microdermabrasion are the mainstay of aggressive treatments. Microneedling also may play a role in softening the appearance of stretch marks. Topical treatments, when used along with laser, microdermabrasion or chemical peels, can assist with collagen repair, but no topical cream can make them completely disappear.

Laser uses a fractional ablative and/or a non-ablative treatment method. Fractional treatments, in essence, drill microscopic holes in the skin, heating it up and stimulating the new collagen production. If done in stages and not overwhelming to the collagen-fibroblast repair system, gradual improvements can be realized.

So you may have stretch marks forever, but treatments can significantly lessen the appearance to the point where they are only noticeable under a microscope!

Summer

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PERFECT FALL OUTFITS for girls ages 7-16. Clothes and accessories can be purchased at Wish, a boutique for girls.

7045 Highway 21, Suite 110-2, Covington, 985-276-4994, shopwishboutiques.com.

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PRINTED GEOMETRIC DRESS by local designer S•A•Y, $64. Earrings $14. Your sorority headquarters for rush week! Simply Chic, 137 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-778-2010.

Dr. Michael Haas has 30 years of experience in medical lasers. He is a leading authority in cryosurgical skin care and the inventor of the CryoPen® Cryosurgical Skin System. He owns Paradise on Columbia Med Spa located at 200 N. Columbia St. in Covington. For more information or to make an appointment, visit paradiseoncolumbia.com or call 985-892-8876.

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Anyone Care For Veggies?

WRITTEN BY LISA RIBBECK LYONS

THE HEAT IS on, and who wants to be out in the garden in August? No takers? Even though it’s hot, fresh beans are still possible from a late summer garden. So is sweet corn, tomatoes, parsley, broccoli, beets, carrots, cucumbers, eggplants, peppers and the list goes on and on! This is the perfect time to start a late summer veggie garden or refresh the one you started in spring.

Yes, it is hot outside, but 30 minutes isn’t going to make you melt. Spend a few days for this project, and I guarantee you will love the results when you have hand-picked produce on your table! Let’s get started.

• If you previously started a garden, clean it out. Till the soil and remove all debris and dying veggie plants. If the tomatoes are still producing, let them be. Once the soil is cleared and turned, add a layer of organic fertilizer and topsoil. Now, add a thin layer of grass clippings or fine mulch. This will help hold moisture in when the heat is intense.

• If this is a new garden, follow the previous directions, but be sure the space gets ample sunlight, at least half a day, and that the soil drains well. If planting pumpkin seeds, leave a lot of ground area for the vine to grow and spread out. Tomatoes do best when surrounded with a wire cage.

• Decide what to grow. Corn seeds and bean seeds can be sown in the same hole. When the bean plant starts to grow, train it to grow up on the corn stalk. This will save space and produce two for one! Peppers and okra can now be started outside from seeds. They like a cool spell to produce fruit. You can also try seeds of tomatoes and cucumbers. These plants should mature and bear their fruits way before first frost. Beets and carrots are also good options for the late summer garden.

• Organize their plots in rows and plant marigolds or geraniums nearby to attract the insects that may plague your veggie garden.

• Do a little research online to find your garden’s best options and the amount of room needed for proper growth. Remember we have a very late first frost date, so most of these crops will flourish until then.

• Water while the heat is on and make sure the area is draining well. At the first sign of an insect infestation, spray the area with biodegradable soap!

After a few days work, you should be able to sit back and watch your efforts turn into a sweet fall harvest for your table!

Email your gardening questions to Lisa at shakeslyons@aol.com.

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Bringing the Heat: Northshore Girls Win Culinary Battles WRITTEN BY CHELSEA ADAMS PHOTOS BY NICK SALVETTI

TWO CULINARY KIDS

students have taken their kitchen skills

to the next level.

Last year, Ella Petitto, 13, was named a Chopped Junior Champion on the popular Food Network series. In December, Emma Philippus, 11, won the Southern Girls Project Cook-Off Challenge, hosted by NOLA.com and the Times Picayune.

“It was like I was on top of the world! I didn’t think I was going to win but was hoping I would,” Ella said of her Chopped Junior win. And while the victory did come with prize money, Ella said owning the chef coat that goes along with the title was prize enough for her.

Ella is inspired by her mother who regularly cooks meals for her large family, and she aspires to be like chef Gordon Ramsey, who drives others to do their very best. Ella’s other favorite chefs include Alex Guarnaschelli for her valuable critiques and Aaron Sanchez, a successful restauranteur.

Ella’s family has been a constant source of support. In fact, she plans to start a catering business with her older sister. Ella will handle the food; her sister will manage the business.

Emma’s interest in food started at a young age. She celebrated

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her third birthday with a party at Culinary Kids and remembers watching her grandmother prepare Thanksgiving meals during family gatherings in Texas. She began helping her mother in the kitchen, using it as an excuse to take a break from homework. Her favorite local chef is John Besh who she says always finds time to get to know his customers, despite his national celebrity.

Emma didn’t realize she had won the Southern Girls Project Cook-Off where she competed against a Chopped Junior champion and Master Chef Junior runner up. “Holy smokes! I didn’t even hear who won at first, then they all hugged me! I was awestruck!” she said.

The experience has created new opportunities for Emma. “After I won, I was invited to teach a class featuring my recipe at Culinary Kids. I always wanted to assist but to teach was just awesome!”

Sherri Hansen, owner of Culinary Kids which offers classes for people of all ages and ability levels, is immensely proud of the girls. “I never expected our students to reach such greatness at such a young age,” she said.

Hansen said she hopes kids like Emma and Ella will inspire other young people to achieve their goals, too.

Emma’s Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce & Mango Salsa Ingredients Fish: 3-4 fresh mahi mahi fillets One blood orange or two Cuties, juiced 1/3 cup lite soy sauce 8 flour tortillas 1 fresh avocado, peeled and sliced Shredded red cabbage 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce: 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped cilantro Salt, to taste

Salsa: 1 mango, peeled and diced 1 tomato, diced 1/3 cup purple onion, diced 1/3 cup celery, diced 1/2 cup peeled cucumber, diced 1/3 cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon jalapeño, finely chopped 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed blood orange juice Salt and pepper, to taste

Ella’s Scallop Maque Choux Ingredients 8-10 sea scallops ½ teaspoon minced garlic 4 tablespoons butter, divided 1 onion, finely diced 1 stalk celery, finely diced 1 green bell pepper, finely diced 6 ears corn, kernels removed 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning 1 tomato, finely diced 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 green onion, sliced Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions 1. Sauté sea scallops in 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic.

2. In another pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add onion, celery and bell pepper. Saute until onions are translucent.

3. Add corn and Cajun seasoning.

4. Add tomato and cream and saute until cream is reduced.

5. Garnish with green onion and season with salt and pepper, if needed.

6. Top with scallops.

Directions 1. Place the fish fillets, soy sauce and some of the orange juice in a resealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

2. Add the olive oil to a grill pan, and grill the fish over medium heat.

3. To make the salsa, combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and toss. Season with salt, pepper and citrus juices to taste.

4. For the creamy cilantro lime sauce, mix the ingredients together in a small bowl.

5. Warm the tortillas and add a layer of cabbage then place the grilled fish inside and drizzle with the creamy cilantro lime sauce.

6. Top with the mango salsa and finish with slices of fresh avocado.

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Pets and Humans WRITTEN BY DR. DAVID TRAN

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ARE ADVANTAGES and disadvantages to everything we do in life, including owning pets in our home. Pets have been shown to improve our quality of life, lower our blood pressure, improve symptoms of depression and increase the amount of time we spend doing outdoor activities.

However, pets can also cause the transmission of infections from bacteria, parasites and fungi via infected saliva, feces, aerosol droplets, scratching and acting as host for ticks and fleas.

Zoonoses are diseases from infected animals that are transmissible to humans through close contact with these animals.

The most common pets we have in this country are dogs and cats. Infections from them range from skin infections from Pastereulla, encephalitis with rabies (quite rare in this country, though higher incidences of infection along the U.S.-Mexico border), tape and hook worms infestations, Lyme disease from infected ticks and Q-fever from inhaling infected aerosol with Coxiella organisms.

Other pets can also cause illnesses in humans. Contact with infected horses can bring on Venezuelan equine encephalitis, tularemia is often contracted from rabbits, and rodents like hamsters and guinea pigs can lead to salmonella. Humans can also get a mycobacterium marinum skin infection from cleaning aquariums, psittacosis (parrot fever) from birds, B virus encephalitis from dealing with infected monkeys and salmonella infection from reptiles like snakes.

The risk of transmission of zoonoses from animals to humans can be reduced by taking simple precautions, including good hand hygiene after handling pets, careful pet selection by obtaining their health and vaccination histories, proper pet care such as cleaning their cages regularly and treating illnesses promptly.

Remember children and people with weak immune systems are at increased risk of these infections.

If you have any further questions on this topic, please do not hesitate to contact your friendly veterinarian or primary care provider.

Dr. David Tran is a board-certified internist who provides treatment and preventative care in outpatient and inpatient settings. His office is located at 121 Lakeview Circle, Suite A, Covington, 985-400LIVE(5483).

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School Anxiety WRITTEN BY DR. MARY SPEED

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TESTS MAY CAUSE anxiety, but a bigger cause of anxiousness is worry over acceptance in social situations. “Will I have friends?”

Lonely students and adults magnify the significance of being part of a group, which is a normal and a compelling desire. Your present school or work setting, however, may not be penetrable. It could be that you are ahead of your peers in maturity and future mindedness. Here are some suggestions I have found beneficial for youths and adults who experience social awkwardness.

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Expand your circle of acquaintances to create opportunities to interact with others.

• Join a group outside of school/work: civic clubs, karate, book clubs, community chorus, etc.

• Volunteer to help a cause: work at a fundraising event, be a reading tutor.

• Start a group of your own: walking, kite flying, rock finding.

•Get a part-time job where people congregate: coffee shop, library.

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• Join a class at church or synagogue.

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• Attend community events listed in Sophisticated Woman magazine.

Tangi Meats II, SW Railroad Ave. in Hammond.

• Take or teach a non-credit class: salsa dancing, cooking.

When anxiety starts, try these methods that require no special equipment.

1. Breathe slowing in through your nose, counting 1, 2, 3, 4.

2. Breathe slowly out through your mouth, counting 1, 2, 3, 4.

3. Breathe in slowing saying the word H A P P Y. Tailored, 458 Palace Drive in Hammond.

6. Breathe out slowly saying the word F E A R.

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5. Breathe in slowly saying the word F A I T H.

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4. Breathe out slowing saying the word S A D.

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7. Drink a glass of ice water.

8. Concentrate on finding 10 yellow things (or some other color) in the room.

9. Hope on one foot.

10. Spell backward the name of a favorite place or person.

Remind yourself, this moment is not my final destination; I am on a journey of learning experience.

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Mandeville.

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being kids ‹ North Oaks Sports Medicine provided free physical exams for 938 student athletes from 27 Tangipahoa Parish schools on its 26th Annual Physical Day in April. North Oaks sponsors the event so junior high and high school students can fulfill Louisiana High School Athletic Association requirements for participation in athletic programs. The event was made possible by the volunteer efforts of 22 physicians and nurse practitioners and nearly 100 employees and certified athletic trainers from North Oaks, and athletic training students from Southeastern Louisiana University.

Saint Paul’s School hosted a VEX Robotics Summer Camp for students in grades 5-8 in June. In addition to building and programming robotics, Bob Christ, CEO of SeaTrepid in Robert, told campers about robots and what robots can do in industry. The camp was conducted by Marie Childs and Julie Beck, a master teacher in the Gateway to Technology Program. Both are science instructors and moderators for the state champion VEX Robotics Club.

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The administration and faculty of Saint Paul’s School recognized students for outstanding work during the 2016-1017 school year at an end-of-year awards program. District Attorney for the 22nd Judicial District, Warren Montgomery, was an honored guest, presenting the District Attorney’s Awards to graduating senior Oliver Sibley and rising freshman Justin Baham.

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‹ The 2017-2018 Fontainebleau High School cheerleading team participated in the Universal Cheerleaders Association Summer Camp held at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in June.

The team won second place in Game Day cheer, large varsity division. School mascot “SPIKE” (Shelby Clemons) won the Mascot Leadership Award. Front row, from left are: Haley Martin, Megan Astugue, Cierra Bradberry, Callie Dufrene, Avery Sharp, Alyssa Battistella, Kaitlin Gagnon, Jesalyn Garcia, Callie Varnado and Lexie Dunham; second row from left are: Mia Casabat, Rebecca Nabers, Bella Fenzi, Ashtyn Morgan, Maddie Priola, Phoebe Madona, Anna LeJeune, Tammy Rallis, FHS mascot “SPIKE” (Shelby Clemons), Savannah Ticknor, Hailee Taylor, Kinsey Chabreck, Emma Fluke, Hope von Eberstein and Amelia Bretz; and back row from left are: Ronnie Wischan, Zachariah Hamilton, Michael Cartner, UCA staff member & LSU cheerleader Kyle Pecoraro, Carley Pizzuto, and Ashlyn Martinez. Not pictured are Hailey Diaz and Jadyn Quijano.

Girl Scouts Louisiana East, in partnership with the Office of Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, is challenging fathers, father figures and business leaders to engage with girls as part of their Girl Scout adventures.

The “Man Enough to Be a Girl Scout” encourages men to get involved in scouting. Pictured is Man Enough member Hugh Derks, Sr., and his daughter, Nina Derks, during a trip to the Louisiana Art & Science Museum in Baton Rouge.

Nina is a junior Girl Scout with Troop 30176 in Madisonville.

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Rockin’ St. Tammany WRITTEN BY CHELSEA ADAMS PHOTOS BY DOUBLE TAKES PHOTOGRAPHY

Back-to-School Lunchbox Ideas WRITTEN BY JOY FELDMAN, NC JD

Summer vacation will be coming to an end shortly and the streets will soon be dotted with yellow school buses heralding “back to school.”

With that transition also comes lunchtime meal prep. Packing nutritious lunches that your kids will eat can be a daunting task, but don’t stress, y’all. I am here to help.

Let’s get those kiddos in the kitchen with you and get creative! Have some fun and don’t take on this task alone. Children are capable of helping you assemble their lunches. Start slowly by having them assist you a few days a week and soon they will love learning how to pack a healthy, delicious lunch.

But wait—there’s an added benefit here.

When your young people are empowered to take responsibility for their lunch, they begin to learn about food and its important relationship to their developing bodies.

Here are some simple, yet creative lunch box suggestions: • Spread almond butter on a multi-grain tortilla, then place assorted berries and banana around the tortilla. Drizzle with honey, then roll up.

• Spread creamy boursin cheese inside a whole wheat pita pocket, then fill with roast turkey slices, baby spinach and cucumber slices.

• Pack a container with avocados mashed with lemon juice; top with a layer of shredded Monterey Jack before sealing. Fill two, small whole wheat tortillas with shredded rotisserie chicken and sliced romaine lettuce and store in resealable plastic bags. Assemble at lunch.

• Thread skewers with grape tomatoes, cucumber chunks, cooked shrimp and toasted whole wheat bread cubes. Pack with pesto sauce for dipping.

• Toss diced, roast chicken breast with pesto, diced mozzarella and sugar snap peas. Place in an airtight container and pack with a whole wheat hot dog bun.

Here’s to your health!

If you’ve noticed painted rocks creatively hidden in various places throughout St. Tammany Parish, you’re not alone. Locally, grassroots groups have come together to create the vibrantly colored rocks that bear inspiring messages of positivity. The goal is to spread joy to others in a fun way that allows every member of the family to participate.

Hayley Pedigo, a preschool teacher founded the St. Tammany Parish Rocks! Facebook group after learning of a similar initiative in another parish. She says more and more people are joining the group which had topped 3,000 members in late July.

“We started with a few people in the group, and it just grew from there,” she said, adding that word-of-mouth referrals has ultimately helped the group grow so quickly.

The idea is to create rocks that feature uplifting messages of hope and support.

When someone happens upon a colorful rock at a playground, gas station, retail store or elsewhere, it brightens their day. They can leave it for someone else to find or take it with them as a happy keepsake.

Some “rockers” post hints on the Facebook group page about where they plan to leave their creations; others don’t. Part of the fun is the spontaneity of happening upon a unexpected surprise in an unexpected location, Pedigo said.

“We’ve had people come on and say a rock was something they really needed to see that day,” she said. “It’s nice to know you’ve made a difference in a stranger’s day with such a small gesture.”

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‹ ‘Run to Remember’ Honors Veterans Some 350 people participated in the “Run to Remember” at TerraBella Village in June. The event featured a 5K, a one-mile fun run and a static display of a Blackhawk helicopter.

Proceeds from the event benefitted the Wounded Warrior Heroes Foundation.

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Corner Store Receives Link Award The Greater Hammond Chamber of Commerce presented the June 2017 Link Award to the Corner Store located on S. Morrison Boulevard for helping keep the city beautiful and for welcoming residents and visitors alike.

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Diez Honored for Volunteer Service Payne Diez, manager of Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans’ Repairs on Wheels Program, was honored as a “Northshore Hero” by the West St. Tammany YMCA at a luncheon in May. Northshore Heroes are everyday people committed to strengthening the community by performing extraordinary acts of courage and kindness.

Through Volunteers of America’s Repairs on Wheels Program, Diez has helped hundreds of local seniors remain in their homes by providing critical home repairs at no cost.

Gardner Realtors Named Top Workplace For the third consecutive year, Gardner Realtors has received the Top Workplace award from the Times Picayune. The Top Workplaces list is based solely on the results of a months-long evaluation process and employee feedback survey administered by WorkplaceDynamics, a research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement.

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Leadership St. Tammany celebrates 35 graduates Leadership St. Tammany celebrated its 2017 graduating class at a ceremony in June at Old Rail Brewing Company in Old Mandeville. The 35 graduates were applauded for completing the 10-month program that offers participants an in-depth look into the inner workings of government, business, civic and cultural organizations in St. Tammany Parish.

Graduates of Leadership St. Tammany From left are: Bryan Burns, Dexter Malley, Leroy Divinity, Jr., Gary Blocker, Ginny Sirera, Michael Ferrell, Kim Bigler, Gilley Delorimier, Jamie Andrepont, Steve Alfonso, Mary Burckell, Justin Greenleaf, Sarah Yrle and Paul Harrison.

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‹ Graduates of Leadership St. Tammany From left are: ­­­­­­Charley Craddock, Cindy Pulling, Jill Champagne, Bo Elzy, David Spear, Jill McGuire, Ziggy Kamga, Sonja Newman, Carlos Sanchez, Melissa Henry, Shiloh Moates, Gerald Sticker and Allan Breslin.

CPR to Save a Life In June, the American Heart Association taught customers and staff at Honda of Covington to perform CPR during a free 60-second sidewalk demonstration.

Knowing CPR can greatly increase the chances of survival in the event of cardiac arrest. Pictured from left are: Bonnie Cornwell, Lori Theriot, Keisha Nguyen, Dawn Tidmore and Crystal Wallace.

‹ Bar Association Raises Funds for Miracle League The Community Outreach Section of the 22nd JDC Bar Association donated $1,580 to the Miracle League of the Northshore. The funds were raised from the legal community in St. Tammany and Washington parishes.

Rachael P. Catalanotto presented a check to Noble BatesYoung at a luncheon earlier this summer.

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Professional Women of St. Tammany Awards Scholarships Eight deserving women received a total of $8,000 in scholarships from the Professional Women of St. Tammany in June at Tchefuncte Country Club in Covington. Eighty seven applicants from the Northshore area were reviewed by the organization and graded based on financial need, educational goals and community involvement. Each recipient received $1,000.

Recipients include both graduating seniors as well as professional women going back to school to pursue their lifelong ambitions. Recipients include Caroline Bilbe, Hailey Crausby, Hannah Miller, Hannah Tonry, Jessica Coalson, Margaret Wetzel and Youngone Kim who received the the Brooke Posey Memorial Scholarship.

RSVP Volunteers Awarded for Service Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans’ RSVP Volunteers were recognized recently for more than 36,000 hours of community service in 2016. RSVP Volunteers are a select group of volunteers 55 years of age and older who use their time, skills and life experiences to help meet critical needs across St. Tammany Parish. Volunteers presented Allyson Villars, director of St. Tammany Parish Health and Human Services, with a mock check for more than $829,000, which equates to the hours of service performed in 2016.

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EVERY 2ND & 4TH MONDAY St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide SOS Survivors of Suicide Support Group. 6:30–8 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1895 Highway 190, Mandeville, 985-237-5506, stops-la.org.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Covington Farmers Market. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

EVERY 3RD THURSDAY Women of Infinite Possibilities. 10 a.m.−noon, St. Anthony’s Gardens, 601 Holy Trinity Dr., Covington, 985867-5234, womenofwip.org.

EVERY THURSDAY AND SATURDAY Lafitte Street Market. 4–8 p.m. on Thursdays; 9 a.m.–1 p.m. on Saturdays, 698 Lafitte St., Mandeville.

EVERY FRIDAY “Legacies for All” Estate Planning. 9 a.m.–3 p.m., $500 per basic estate plan that includes a will, power of attorney and living will, Christie Tournet & Associates, 1795 W. Causeway Approach, Suite 103A, Mandeville, 985-951-2177.

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52nd National Juried Artists Show, presented by the St. Tammany Art Association, free and open to the public, 320 Columbia St., Covington, sttammanyartassociation.org.

Baby Shower Benefitting Safe Harbor, presented

by Avanti Senior Living, 2–4 p.m., bring donations of new baby supplies and gear for use by the domestic violence shelter, 2234 Watercross Parkway, Covington, 985-222-9747 or hellocovington@avanti-sl.com.

2-3 Fall registration for St. Tammany Public School System.

9 a.m.–noon, register at school child will attend, documentation required, stpsb.org.

4–20 Cutting Edge Theater presents “Hairspray.”

Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., $22–30, 767 Robert Blvd., Slidell, 985-649-3727, cuttingedgetheater.com.

5 Abita Town Hall Cajun Dance. Lessons from 7–7:30 p.m., live music from 8–10:30 p.m., $10/$8 for members, 22161 Level St., 504-583-8603, northshorecajundancers.com.

Covington Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–noon, 609 N. Columbia St. or side lawn of the Covington Police Department, covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Moonlight Paddle on Cane Bayou in Mandeville.

6–9:30 p.m., $40 adults/$10 children, discount if you bring your own canoe, 504-233-0686, canoeandtrail. com/twilight-swamp-tour.

Hammond Farmers Market. 8 a.m.–noon, corner of W. Thomas St. and S.W. Railroad Ave., downtown Hammond, 985-277-5680, dddhammond.com.

Slidell Movie Nights. “Moana,” 8:30 p.m., free admission, Heritage Park, Slidell, myslidell.com.

Camellia City Market. 8 a.m.–noon, 1808 Front St., Slidell, camelliacitymarket.org.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevilletrailheadmarket.com.

EVERY 2ND SATURDAY Madisonville Art Market. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Water St., Madisonville, 985-643-5340, madisonvilleartmarket.com.

EVERY 2ND & 4TH SATURDAY Folsom Village Market. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., 13401 June St., 985-507-6496.

EVERY SUNDAY Abita Springs Farmers Market. Noon–4 p.m., Abita Trailhead, 985-807-4447, mrnmedic@gmail.com.

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7 United Way St. Tammany East Red Beans & Rice Cookoff. 11 a.m.–2 p.m., $10 all you can eat, $75 to enter a team, proceeds benefit St. Tammany Suicide Prevention & Crisis Response and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Slidell City Auditorium, 2056 Second St., 985-778-0815.

12 Second Saturday Evening Stroll presented by the St. Tammany Arts Association, 6–9 p.m., sttammanyartassociation.org.

Slidell Movie Nights. “A League of Their Own,” 8:30 p.m., free admission, Heritage Park, Slidell, myslidell. com.

16 Sunday Jazz Brunch presented by Bayou Haven B&B. 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., $55 adults/$22 kids, 34205 Highway 433, Slidell, 985-707-4884.

Sunset at the Landing. 6 p.m., Zac Maras Band followed by SPaM, Columbia Street Landing, Covington, sunsetatthelanding.org.

19 Northshore Roller Derby Bout. 7 p.m., $10 in advance, $15 at the door/$5 ages 8-12/free for under 7, Castine Center at Pelican Park, 63350 Pelican Blvd., Mandeville, northshorerollerderby.com.

20 Christwood’s Summer Third Sunday Concerts featuring cabaret singer Cindy Van Duyne, 5 p.m., 100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, 985-898-0515.

21 Armchair Astronomy presented by the St. Tammany Public Library. 6 p.m., adults-only event featuring an introduction to amateur astronomy, registration required, Slidell Branch 555 Robert Blvd., 985-646-6470.

25 Columbia Street Block Party. 6:30–9:30 p.m., 200-500 block of Columbia St. in downtown Covington,985-892-1873.

An Evening in the Vineyard, presented by Kelly Kicking Cancer. $75, 7–11 p.m., Castine Center at Pelican Park, 63350 Pelican Blvd., Mandeville, kellykickingcancer.org.

26 Ultimate Tailgate Party presented by The Exchange Club of West St. Tammany. 7 p.m., $75, fundraiser benefits Louisiana Coalition against Human Trafficking, Upward Community Services and Wounded War Heroes, Tchefuncta Country Club, 2 Country Club Park, Covington, ultimatetailgateparty.org.

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CiAL A 50s-theme cocktail party celebrating the housewarming of Darnell and Paul Schoen included authentic foods and costumes from the decade.

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SAVE THE DATE Junior League of Greater Covington presents

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HARVEST CUP POLO CLASSIC OCTOBER 8, 2017 SUMMERGROVE FARMS FOLSOM PATRON PARTY AUGUST 27, 2017 AT THE HOME OF MICHAEL & ALLYSON SANDERSON CATERING BY THE LAKEHOUSE

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