THE LIFE October

Haute Halloween

Fashionable Halloween costumes Page 8

The 21 Day Detox

21 days to make or break a habit Page 10

American Cancer Society

5 things to tell your friends about Breast Cancer Page 14

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Letter from the Editor THE LIFE Magazine is published in Rio Grande City, TX. THE LIFE Magazine and its employees do not assume liability for products or services offered herein. Permission to use or reproduce material herein must be with express written consent of the publisher. 2013 THE LIFE Magazine is Printed in the U.S.

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Dear LIFE Lover,

October is finally here!!!

This beautiful issue is in dedication to Breast Cancer Awareness month with a touch of the Halloween spirit. On pages 14 and 15 you can find Five Things to Tell Your Friends About Breast Cancer, provided by Mission Regional Hospital. Also, read tips by Rio Grande City Fire Department on how to stay safe this Halloween.

Gear up for this months fun filled events such as The 2013 Roma Fest held Sunday, October 13th. I would like to congratulate Mrs. Clotilde Ramirez Peña as this years Parade Marshal. Pink Couture’s 1st Annual Fall Fashion Show Thursday, October 17th, they will be showcasing outfits for Fall and Winter. Don’t miss the 5th Annual Fashionably PINK at STC Auditorium on October 30th.

Join them for an evening of motivational speakers, fashion and entertainment. At the end of this month, get spooked and have some fun at The Boys and Girls Club of RGC Halloween in the park or Pediatric Practice Association’s Monster Bash by Dr. Stanley on Thursday, October 31st. There will be free food, games, giveaways, live music, and much more!

Learn about the 21 Day Detox by Brenda, our Health & Fitness contributor. This new cleansing technique will benefit your overall health and strengthen your immune system.

Get ready for that exciting day you are allowed to dress up, Halloween is just around the corner. Our Fashion expert, Yirla, shares ideas on creating the perfect costume with items you might already have at home.

Thank you to all our loyal LIFE readers, advertisers, and contributors for your continued support. We hope you enjoy this PINKTOBER issue created with love.

“Working Towards a United Community”

Editor

Jacqueline Mercado

Account Executive Buster Brown

Contributing Writers Brenda Bautista-Damm Yirla Nolan

Digital Correspondant Marlene Mendoza

Photography Roel Reyes Aracely Vasquez

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GPGI Design Group Devon Smittkamp John Rios-Zertuche

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Mi Casa es su Casa Sundays at Cimarron Country Club Make our House your New Home!

Join us for a Day of Fun Every 1st Sunday of the Month We invite you to explore the Club for the day as a VIP Member • Complimentary • Play

nine holes of golf

a game of tennis

• Complimentary

• Enjoy • Kids

a workout in our newly renovated fitness center

events and scheduled activities

Sunday clinics

Cimarron Country Club Open House | 1 – 4 p.m.

October 6, November 3, December 1 1 p.m. | BATTLE IN THE BREEZE (Golf Course)

2 p.m. | GETTING DOWN WITH YOUR ZEN (Sports Center)

Enjoy a fun family round of golf!

Tai-Chi class for all ages enjoyed in natures Zen surroundings.

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Six hole format with kids yardage

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Miniature course on the putting green

3 p.m. | TENNIS MASTERS (Sports Center: Tennis Courts)

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Food and drinks provided

Come join us for fun clinic and get a free tennis level assessment.

Try them all! Everyone is invited and when you register you will also receive a complimentary brunch certificate.

Registration will be available in the Clubhouse.

See you there!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Elizabeth Ibarra, Membership Director 956.580.9868 | elizabeth.ibarra@ourclub.com *Some restrictions and exclusions may apply. Call Club for details. © ClubCorp USA, Inc. All rights reserved. 22584 0913 RY

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WHICH SCENARIO DESCRIBES

YOU?

You find yourself at home and a hurricane is heading to your area. You do the best you can for your family and stock up on food, water, and await the impending storm hoping you have protected the family from danger.

THEN suddenly, the lights go out and you have NO POWER.

You are running your business, working hard daily to keep your customers happy. Your credit card machines are being used to swipe and collect fees and your phones are ringing off the hook. Then power goes out, (maybe a pole got knocked down outside or some other unexpected occurrence) and now the street is without power. Suddenly what was a full busy business is now empty and there is no light, no air condition, no phone lines, no credit card machines running; you feel helpless because you have NO POWER.

You care for a loved one who lives on oxygen and either because of storm issues or pole damage you now have NO electricity. You find yourself rushing to a hospital, you are stuck in traffic or sitting at home waiting for the ambulance.

Either way, you feel helpless because you have NO POWER.

Now is the time to think of a Home Standby Generator or an office Generator. It would have kept your home safe, powered up without interruptions, the freezer/refrigerator would always be doing their job and you would have air condition in these bad heat conditions. Do not put yourself in one of the above scenarios: CALL ATLAS TODAY.

We need your help before we arrive. Start thinking about WHAT ROOMS or STATIONS you want to always have POWER. Write down your ideas, email, fax, or call us with this list. Also, walk around your home and find the electric meter because somewhere around there is where your new generator will be installed! Never find yourself WITHOUT POWER again. You will always be a step - above the rest.

CALL ATLAS TODAY

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Haute Halloween BY. YIRLA NOLAN

October is no stranger to fashion. With Halloween at the end of the month, everyone scatters for DIY ideas on the perfect costume to wear. I’ve gathered five different ideas on how to create that fashionable costume with things you might already have in your closet. Let the creativity begin!

Cat Woman- This costume is a traditional one that keeps appearing year after year.

Who knew it would be so easy to recreate with your own clothes? Find a pair of black leggings and a tight black shirt that will serve as the usual cat costume. The tail and cat ears are often found at a Wal-Mart for less than 10 bucks. Paint your own nose and whiskers with your favorite black eyeliner.

Sailor Girl- Always a fun option, sailor girl is a cute outfit with a little sexiness to it. Look in your closet for some high waist shorts and pair them up with a blue or red striped shirt and a sailor hat you can find at most supercenters.

Holly Goligthly- My favorite of them all, the Breakfast at Tiffany’s heroine is a perfect costume to wear to a more sophisticated costume party. Find any black dress hanging in your closet and create that famous simple up-do worn in the movie. The tiara which can be found in any Dollar Tree nearby will be the item that pulls your whole outfit together.

Jackie O- Jackie O’s style has always been a favorite to those in the fashion industry. You can easily pull off this costume and might even want to wear it past the Halloween holiday.

Replicate this look with a sheath dress or a skirt suit you might use for your job.

The pill box hat can be found at any vintage stores nearby and any round black sunglasses will do.

Marilyn Monroe- The easiest costume to grab out of your closet is this famous diva’s costume.

Marilyn is known for her white dress and platinum hair. Any white dress will do, just make sure to spend time on your hair by opting for a blonde wig or simply curling your hair into a bob.

Don’t forget the ultra-red lipstick which perfects her signature look.

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They say it takes 21 days to make or break a habit.

What do you think? Have you ever tried? And if so, have you succeeded?

The latest craze in 21 day programs is a detox or cleansing program. From Dr. Oz to Martha’s Vineyard to many other programs can be found out there promoting a cleansing or some type of detoxifying program that lasts 21 days.

So what are the benefits of undergoing some type of program that in 21 days will cleanse your body of toxins?

Our bodies are exposed to toxins on a daily basis. Toxins from pollution, food, bacterias, germs, free radicals and many other chemicals that are all over and everywhere we go. Such toxins harm our skin and internal organs like our liver, pancreas, intestines even our blood. Our body can rid itself from some but not all toxins.

Therefore it is sometimes recommended to undergo a cleansing or detox through herbs, juices or through a specific program of 21 day cleansing from a natural health food or herbal supplement source. Cleansing your body can benefit your health and overall well-being as well as strengthen your immune system.

However, it is important that you get proper help from a professional when choosing a 21 day cleanse according to your health issues, body type and nutritional needs.

The holidays are right around the corner, and many rather do a 21 day cleanse after all the festivities.

But, I recommend you do a detox before any parties and before all the food that comes with it. Prepare your body for the winter and the flu by fortifying your body and immune system. I will end this article with a quote by my favorite philosopher Jim Rohn, “Take care of your body its the only place you have to live.”

-Brenda Bautista-Damm

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5 Things to Tell Your Friends About Breast Cancer (American Cancer Society)

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1. All women can get breast cancer-even those who have NO family history of the disease.

2. The two most important factors for breast cancer are being a woman and growing older.

3. Women diagnosed with early breast cancer, when the cancer is small and has not spread, have a high chance of surviving it.

Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early: Get one every year starting at age 40. If you notice any breast changes, tell your doctor without delay.

4. You can help reduce your chances of developing breast cancer by engaging in regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and limiting alcohol intake.

5. Through early detection and improved treatments,more women than ever are surviving breast cancer.

*The most effective way to detect breast cancer is by mam-

mography, and a clinical breast exam can complement mammography screening. But medical organizations don’t all agree on the recommendation for breast self-exams, which is an option for women starting in their 20s. Doctors should discuss the benefits and limitations of breast self-exam with their patients (WebMd, Susan G Komen, American Cancer Society)

3 Effective Ways to Help Detect Breast Cancer

1. Breast Self Exam 2.Clinical Breast Exam 3. Mammogram

What Is a Breast Self-Exam?

The breast self-exam is a way that you can check your breasts for changes (such as lumps or thickenings).

It includes looking at and feeling your breasts. Any unusual changes should be reported to your doctor. When breast cancer is detected in its early stages, your chances of surviving the disease are greatly improved.

How Do I Perform a Breast Self-Exam?

In the mirror:

Stand undressed from the waist up in front of a large mirror in a well-lit room. Look at your breasts.

Don’t be alarmed if they do not look equal in size or shape. Most women’s breasts aren’t. With your arms relaxed by your sides, look for any changes in size, shape, or position, or any changes to the skin of the breasts. Look for any skin puckering, dimpling, sores, or discoloration. Inspect your nipples and look for any sores, peeling, or change in the direction of the nipples.

Next, place your hands on your hips and press down firmly to tighten the chest muscles beneath your breasts. Turn from side to side so you can inspect the outer part of your breasts.

Then bend forward toward the mirror. Roll your shoulders and elbows forward to tighten your chest muscles. Your breasts will fall forward. Look for any changes in the shape or contour of your breasts. Now, clasp your hands behind your head and press your hands forward.

Again, turn from side-to-side to inspect your breasts’ outer portions. Remember to inspect the border underneath your breasts. You may need to lift your breasts with your hand to see this area.

Check your nipples for discharge (fluid). Place your thumb and forefinger on the tissue surrounding the nipple and pull outward toward the end of the nipple. Look for any discharge. Repeat on your other breast.

In the shower:

Now, it’s time to feel for changes in the breast. It is helpful to have your hands slippery with soap and water. Check for any lumps or thickening in your underarm area. Place your left hand on your hip and reach with your right hand to feel in the left armpit. Repeat on the other side.

Check both sides for lumps or thickenings above and below your collarbone.

With hands soapy, raise one arm behind your head to spread out the breast tissue.

Use the flat part of your fingers from the other hand to press gently into the breast. Follow an up-and-down pattern along the breast, moving from bra line to collarbone. Continue the pattern until you have covered the entire breast. Repeat on the other side.

Lying down:

Next, lie down and place a small pillow or folded towel under your right shoulder. Put your right hand behind your head. Place your left hand on the upper portion of your right breast with fingers together and flat. Body lotion may help to make this part of the exam easier.

Think of your breast as a face on a clock. Start at 12 o’clock and move toward 1 o’clock in small circular motions.

Continue around the entire circle until you reach 12 o’clock again. Keep your fingers flat and in constant contact with your breast. When the circle is complete, move in one inch toward the nipple and complete another circle around the clock. Continue in this pattern until you’ve felt the entire breast. Make sure to feel the upper outer areas that extend into your armpit.

Place your fingers flat and directly on top of your nipple.

Feel beneath the nipple for any changes. Gently press your nipple inward. It should move easily.

Cancerous tumors are more likely to be found in certain parts of the breast over others. If you divide the breast into 4 sections, the approximate percentage of breast cancers found in each area are (in clockwise pattern): 41% upper, outer quadrant / 14% upper, inner quadrant / 5% lower, inner quadrant / 6% lower, outer quadrant / 34% in the area behind the nipple.

Almost half occur in the upper outer quadrant of the breast, towards the armpit. Some physicians refer to this region as the “tail” of the breast and encourage women to examine it closely.

What Should I Do If I Find a Lump?

Conditions that should be checked by a doctor include: An area that is distinctly different from any area on either breast A lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm that persists through the menstrual cycle A change in the size, shape, or contour of the breast A mass or lump, which may feel as small as a pea A marble-like area under the skin A change in the feel or appearance of the skin on the breast or nipple (dimpled, puckered, scaly, or inflamed) Bloody or clear fluid discharge from the nipples Redness of the skin on the breast or nipple CLINICAL BREAST EXAMS: (Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation) MAMMOGRAM: (Susan G. Komen) An x-ray of the breasts, done yearly after the age of 40.

Komen National Toll-Free Breast Care Helpline // 1-8---I’M AWARE (1.800.462.9273) // www.breastcancerinfo.com American Cancer Society // 1.800.ACS.2345 // www.cancer.org

PINKTOBER Halloween Safety Tips:

1. Check all treat wrappers for signs of tampering before allowing your child to eat any candy.

2. Throw away anything unwrapped!!!

3. Discard items that cause choking such as hard candies and small toys.

4. Report any harmful items to the proper authorities.

5. Drive slowly and remain cautious.

6. Watch for children in the street and on medians.

7. Watch out for children darting between homes or across the road.

8. Have your child get out of the car on the curb NOT on the traffic side.

- Chief Reyes RGC Fire DEPARTMENT

HOTEL TRANSLEVANIA MOVIES AT THE PLAZA FRIDAY OCTOBER 25th

8pm

Presented by the city of Roma Parks and Recreation *Bring your lawn chair and your favorite costume

THE CITY OF ROMA & ROMA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENT:

2013 ROMA FEST

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13th Parade kicks off at 3pm Family fun for all!

For parade entries please call (956) 849-1411 Boys and Girls Club of Rio Grande City v Presents:

HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK

B. Villarreal Municipal Park Right Before Trick-or-Treating

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Cactus County Festival Cook-Off & Trail Ride

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NATIONAL

NIGHT OUT

STC 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Grandparents Day at RGC Public Library

Welcome Dinner RGC New City Manager Matt Ruszczak

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