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President and CEO Stan Lybarger retires

Q&A: After 32 years with OCCJ, Nancy Day bids farewell December 2013

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Features DECEMBER 2013 ✻ VOLUME 28 / ISSUE 2

‘To correspond, to wish’

A TulsaPeople reader shares the story of a friendship that began 12 years ago with a shoebox, a Precious Moments postcard and a little girl at an orphanage in Moldova.

by SANDY HARRELL

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Nancy Day, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, retires this month after 32 years championing diversity and tolerance.

by JAMIE RICHERT JONES

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Holiday Food Guide

TulsaPeople’s food editor shares her top picks for holiday treats to buy locally, prepare for a party or place under the tree.

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BOK Financial Corp. President and CEO Stan Lybarger hands over the reins this month after 40 years growing Bank of Oklahoma into the nation’s top performing mid-sized bank.

Three Tulsans have amazing stories of survival, thanks to advances in medical knowledge and technology.

Plus, a listing of members of the Tulsa County Medical Society and the Tulsa Osteopathic Medical Society.

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CityBeat 13 Fostering a future At 25, Ashley Walker is a foster mom helping teenage girls in state custody transition to adulthood. 16 Odd jobs The man behind the beard is David Bates, Tulsa’s Kris Kringle. 18 Passions Steve Seikel’s condiment search led him to manufacture a made-in-Oklahoma product.

20 What it’s like A Tulsa couple makes the holidays brighter for 64 boys at the Tulsa Boys’ Home. 22 Roots Meet Beverly Anderson, designer and founder of EQ-Wear riding pants. 24 Storefront 918 Coffee recently set up shop on Route 66. 26 Everyday stories A friendship between two women has an unlikely beginning.

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65 28 Locker room Young Texas A&M coach Jake Spavital leads the team’s offense and quarterbacks. 30 Not so long ago Christmas at Norton-Majors 32 At large This holiday season, try a little understanding. And brining.

The Good Life 65 All wrapped up From dressy to casual, preview the latest looks for the holiday season.

70 Home A preview of the four midtown Tulsa homes on display during this year’s Cascia Christmas Walk. 78 Table talk Pomegranates, holiday staples and a visit from Virginia Willis 80 Wine Gifts to sip

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104 Benefits Fundraisers and fun happenings 105 Artist in residence MM Williams’ art has evolved from classical to contemporary.

106 The culturist Tulsa Community College welcomes a new theater coordinator and comedy troupe. 107 Tulsa Sound The Tandems’ talent for indie folk outpaces their age and experience. 108 Get the picture Tulsan Zach Litwack’s documentary follows his mother to Panama. 136 The last word Again into Osage County

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he holidays are always a special time of year. But let’s face it: they can also get pretty stressful. We’re not even to Thanksgiving as I write this, yet the thought of braving the holiday shopping traffic on East 71st Street already has me ready to pour a little something extra in my eggnog and log on to Amazon.com. Throw in the travel, the weather, the 2,468th time you hear “Silver Bells” at the grocery store — it’s enough to make you want to call the whole thing off.

But then, of course, you remember the light at the end of the tunnel. You remember that we subject ourselves to these stresses because they’re all in service of the real reason for the season: the opportunity to reunite and celebrate with the ones we love.

Get to that finish line and those stressful moments become a distant memory — or better yet, a funny story to tell over dinner.

And speaking of dinner, let us not forget the second-most important reason for the season: the glorious, delectable, never-ending bounty of food.

Family dinners, potluck parties with friends, homemade treats everywhere you look — the holidays are a food lover’s paradise. This year, Food Editor Judy Allen is here to help you make your holiday season the most delicious yet. Her Holiday Food Guide (p. 44) includes recipes for holiday feasts and gift-worthy treats, as well as tips on where to find the best gifts and ingredients for the foodie on your list.

While you’re in the holiday mood, see our guest essay from reader Sandy Harrell (p. 36), whose longtime participation in a charitable program called Operation Christmas Child led to a lasting friendship with a young girl in Moldova.

This holiday season also marks the end of an era for two Tulsa organizations, as a pair of wildly influential executives bid farewell to long and fruitful careers.

Nancy Day, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, will retire this month after 32 years championing diversity and tolerance (p. 42). And BOK Financial Corp. President and CEO Stan Lybarger retires after 40 years growing Bank of Oklahoma into the nation’s top performing mid-sized bank (p. 38).

Rounding out this issue is our annual Medical Guide, which includes three Tulsans’ amazing stories of survival thanks to advances in medical technology.

In closing, all of us at TulsaPeople wish you and your loved ones the happiest of holiday seasons. May your heart be bright and your belly be full. We’ll see you next year. tþ

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The story behind the story On retiring OCCJ leader Nancy Day — JAMIE RICHERT JONES Raised in Tulsa, I moved to Los Angeles in my early 20s. It was quickly evident I had a lot to learn about the world around me. I recall being off work for religious holidays I’d never heard of, trying foods I’d never tasted and seeing different cultural customs for the first time.

It was relentlessly inspiring for a girl from the Midwest.

By simple geography, Oklahomans have fewer opportunities than many for exposure to other cultures. Unfortunately, sometimes a lack of knowledge can translate into a lack of understanding. That’s why I feel so fortunate to have interviewed a woman who has spent the past 32 years empowering our community against bias, bigotry and racism.

Nancy Day, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, has passionately crusaded to erase the hate that causes pain, violence and even war. However, after an unparalleled career in Tulsa human relations, she is retiring.

During what was arguably the busiest week of her year, she granted me the most sincere and enlightening interview.

While the world is immersed in infinite cultural and religious misunderstandings, I can’t think of a more relevant cause than this.

On behalf of all Tulsans, thank you, Ms. Day.

On writing about Project Manna — JULIE RAINS In the past year, the number of children in Oklahoma DHS custody has risen sharply to well over 10,000. It is a difficult number to imagine, but it’s as if the entire population of Glenpool was without a family and without a permanent home.

In my conversations with some of these young people, I’ve heard teenagers say they have lived in 20, 30 or 40 homes and as many as eight group homes or shelters. One former foster child told me that being in foster care is like uprooting a flower, repeatedly replanting it somewhere new and expecting it to grow.

When they “age out” of the system, many of these teenagers have not received the life skills education they need to live as independent adults, contributing to a continuing cycle of poverty and foster care.

Although Ashley Walker is only 25 years old, the work of this nonprofit leader has already made a difference for countless children in the system. Through Project Manna, Walker continues to write a different story for these young people. And it’s one with a much happier ending.

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Ashley Walker, center, is the leader of a local nonprofit with a focus on girls ages 12-18 in foster care. Jessica A., left, lives with Walker at Manna House, the first phase of a project to build a girls’ group home in Tulsa. Amanda Jordan, pictured with son Greyson, met Walker during Jordan’s stay at the Laura Dester Children’s Shelter.

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At 25, Ashley Walker is a foster mom helping teenage girls in state custody transition to adulthood.

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Walker is mom, mentor and friend to the girls at Manna House. Some are currently in state custody while others, like Jessica, have “aged out” of the foster care system. two teenage girls. Their house is a traditional two-story home in a subdivision. Upstairs are the whispers and laughing sounds of teenage “sisters.”

Walker calls her purpose “pretty simple.” She says, “It is to reach, inspire and empower” girls in foster care as they transition to adulthood.

Soon, Walker will turn her attention to phases two and three — obtaining a second house specifically for girls who have “aged out” and eventually, raising funds for Tulsa’s first girls’ group home. She also is in the process of matching girls with adult mentors, hoping to build lasting relationships.

While working at Laura Dester, Walker met Amanda Jordan.

“Amanda lived in that ‘emergency’ shelter for five months,” Walker recalls.

The two have kept in touch and

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shley Walker grew up in a foster home, but not as a foster child. Her parents and grandparents have fostered children for as long as she can remember.

Although she planned to attend law school, Walker changed course after a mission trip to an orphanage in Brazil. Jobs at the Laura Dester Children’s Shelter and Youth Services of Tulsa confirmed the vision she had in Brazil: foster parenting was in her future, too.

But for Walker, foster parenting wouldn’t look the way it had for her parents and grandparents. For one thing, Walker wanted to work with girls.

“No one works with girls,” she says.

“Teenage girls in DHS custody are tougher than the boys.”

She also knew she wanted to focus on the girls’ transition from DHS custody to adulthood.

“When you are living at a shelter and turn 18, you leave a place where you have to ask to go to the bathroom and, if you are lucky, move into your own apartment where you have to know how to pay bills,” Walker says.

“There has to be a bridge between lockdown and 100 percent independence.”

Enter Project Manna. A division of Walker’s 501(c)(3) Launch Ministries, Project Manna is a three-phase approach to fostering girls between the ages of 12 and 18.

The first phase began in August when Walker rented a home in the Tulsa area and became certified as a therapeutic foster parent. Her home is designed to house Walker, three 12- to 18-year-old girls in DHS custody, and up to three young women who have “aged out” of custody.

At age 25, Walker is foster mom to

Jordan has spent a little time hanging out at Manna House.

“This is the best thing ever,” she says.

Now 20, Jordan lives with her boyfriend and their infant son. When she saw Walker post a request for house supplies on Facebook, Jordan bought everything on the list. She shrugs off the memory as she bounces her son on her knee.

“A lot of people expect us to fail,” she says.

But to Walker, “Amanda is a good mom. Her son is not in custody and he won’t be. To me, that’s a success.”

Among Walker’s team of committed volunteers is former foster child Angelique Hampton. Hampton does the house’s weekly grocery shopping and helps cook many meals. But when it comes to parenting, she gives all the credit to Walker.

“Everything changes when you’re in DHS custody,” Hampton says. “Your stuff can disappear. Your schools change. Your friends change. Your families change.

“Ashley is determined to be a steadfast presence. Her relationship with the girls is mom/mentor/sergeant/ best friend, and everything else that your biological mom would be.”

“Every day it’s something,” Walker says of her role as foster mom. “But it’s not always something bad.”

She smiles as she remembers a recent phone call that took place around her kitchen table. One of her girls, 15, spoke with her biological mother for the first time in 11 years.

This summer, Walker’s foster family spent some time at the lake. Walker, as she puts it, is “not a water person.”

So she froze when one of the girls asked her to swim. Walker looked to her friend Hampton, hoping for an excuse to stay on the boat. Instead, Hampton reached out her hand and said, “Give me your watch.”

Walker remembers proudly, “Getting in was worth it. She (the foster daughter) was smiling.”

These out-on-a-limb moments are the best and worst parts of Walker’s day because, ultimately, she says, “You pour a lot of finances, time, energy and love into them, but they could be gone tomorrow. You don’t want to love or parent with any reserve.

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ODD JOBS

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Santa man The man behind the beard is David Bates, Tulsa’s Kris Kringle.

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How to be a successful Santa 1. Love the children, both the good and the bad. “I have had several opportunities to be a ‘mall Santa,’” Bates says. “However, working seven days a week from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve? No, thank you. These Santas get the children who are worn out and cranky from shopping.”

2. Men who portray Santa must be sure of themselves, he says, or the children will sense their insecurity. With the love and adoration of so many, some Santas think they are the most important person in the world. And to the children, they are.

David Bates and his “sled.” He starts preparing for the busy Christmas season in early October.

In 2006, Bates attended a get-together of Santas in Branson, Mo. There he networked with other Santas and received training on how to become a better Santa and how to deal with difficult children and adults. He was even asked to do a short commercial for the city of Branson later that year. (View it at TulsaPeople.com/santa.)

Bates says the most challenging part of being Santa is not over-extending himself with too many events. But he hates to say “no.” The best part, he says, is experiencing “the unconditional love and joy that

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any Tulsans put on a suit to go to work. So does David Bates. But his is a little jollier than most. This is Bates’ ninth season to play Santa Claus.

In January 2005, Bates retired from his job with Saint Francis Health System and decided to never shave again. For Halloween that year, he happened to be wearing a red T-shirt and his beard was white. He grabbed an old Santa hat laying nearby and answered the door for some trick-ortreaters.

“The wonderful response I received from the children was beyond description,” Bates recalls. “‘This is the wrong time of the year.’ ‘Where’s Rudolph?’ It made my day and year.”

That got Bates’ wheels turning.

At the beginning of the 2005 Christmas season, Bates was watching his grandson sing at the Philbrook Museum of Art. Bates spoke to the museum’s Santa and left him his contact information. The museum asked him to fill in the last weekend of the year, and he replaced the former Santa the following year.

The Santa season generally starts around the first of October for Bates. That’s when he has his beard trimmed. He also checks his suit for wear and tear, and polishes his boots.

In addition to making his list and checking it twice, of course.

His bookings vary each year, but Bates has visited a variety of locations as Santa. While Santa seekers are most likely to see him at Philbrook, he also visits Gilcrease Museum, the Tulsa Country Club, corporate Christmas parties, hospitals, schools and homes. He sits and visits with the children and adults at each event and takes pictures with them.

Christmas Eve is usually his busiest day, sometimes with five or six visits in one evening.

a child brings.” He adds, “But it is not just the children, but the older adults. You see it in their eyes as they remember many joyous Christmases past.”

Occasionally, children will ask Bates if he’s “real.” He always asks, “What do you think?”

Bates says he plans to be Santa for 30 or more years. Just like in the 1994 movie “The Santa Clause,” Bates says the longer he performs, the more he becomes the man.

This year Bates will assist the U.S. Marines with their Toys for Tots distribution in Broken Arrow. His next

3. An understanding wife is most important. “My wife has been very helpful in the last few years,” Bates says. “She goes with me usually where there are lots of young children. Her nearly 30 years of experience as a kindergarten teacher gives a calmness among the children during my visit, which makes my appearance much easier.” adventure includes the lot beside his house. He bought the land in hopes to someday create a “Santa’s workshop” for parents and children to visit. tþ

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Mmm-ustard Steve Seikel’s condiment search led him to manufacture a made-in-Oklahoma product.

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Tulsan Steve Seikel with his Oklahoma Gold Old Style Mustard. The product is stocked at various Tulsa locations, including Whole Foods Market, where Seikel is pictured. to pursue his MBA. This decision transformed a long-time hobby into a full-blown school project.

“The mustard business actually paired well with getting the degree,” Seikel says.

He took the old-style mustard recipe he created to Backwoods Food Manufacturing Inc. in Tahlequah to reproduce. And they nailed it.

“Sometimes an at-home recipe doesn’t translate well to being mass produced,” Seikel says. “Ingredients that are available to home chefs aren’t available for industrial use. But they got it right on the first try. I ordered 20 cases to start and they were gone in one week.”

Now that he could get his signature mustard produced on a large scale, the next step was to get the mustard to the masses.

“I didn’t want to be the mustard delivery guy, so I started working with restaurant distributors like Ben E. Keith,” Seikel says.

His mustard quickly began appearing on menus in many of Tulsa’s restaurants, including The Tavern, R Bar and Maxxwell’s. Recently the mustard’s popularity has spread beyond Oklahoma borders.

“The mustard is distributed in Kansas, Missouri and Texas,” Seikel says, “although I’m not sure how much Texas is going to like it with a name like ‘Oklahoma Gold.’”

Encouraged by glowing endorsements from restaurants, Seikel’s next step was to make his product available to other at-home mustard fanatics like himself.

“I just walked into the Reasor’s corporate office one day and left

my information,” Seikel says. “They called the next day. The whole process has gone so fast, and everyone I’ve worked with has been so nice. It’s been pretty amazing.”

Seikel’s mustards are now on shelves in all Reasor’s grocery stores, and at Whole Foods and Sprouts in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. There are also more than 20 specialty shops that carry it, such as Ida Red and LaDonna’s in Tulsa.

Visit www.okmustard.com for a full list of retailers. The website also features mustard-centric recipes, including barbecue sauce, coleslaw and even honey-mustard ice cream. tþ

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ome foods simply don’t get the attention they deserve.

Mustard, for example, is a ubiquitous condiment that is rarely given a second thought. But one Tulsan’s quest for superior mustard has turned into big business.

Steve Seikel, creator of Seikel’s Oklahoma Gold Old Style Mustard, could never find mustard that suited his taste.

“I tried many different kinds of mustard, but they always had corn syrup in them or they weren’t hot enough or they had a weird consistency,” he says. “So, I tried making my own.”

The result was a no-nonsense mustard that is “a little sweet, a little hot and a lot of good.”

“I just wanted to make something delicious for myself,” Seikel says. “But I’m amazed at how many people love mustard. Everyone I talk to — it’s, like, their favorite thing.”

Freshly ground mustard seeds are the secret to his mustard’s signature heat and warm yellow hue. Most importantly, it is all natural and gluten-free, with no thickeners or corn syrup and no dyes, “so there are no dietary barriers to your mustard enthusiasm,” he says.

Seikel’s passion for great food runs in the family. His father, Paul Seikel, has been a restaurateur for 40 years, most well known as owner and operator of the Pearl Restaurant Group in Oklahoma City.

“I’ve never been in the restaurant business myself, but I am an avid home kitchen chef,” Seikel says. “I’ve been making my own condiments for a long time.”

What started simply as a search for exceptional mustard took on new life when Seikel decided to return to school. He had worked for Cherokee Nation Health Care for five years as a special projects officer when he left his career in hospital administration

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WHAT IT’S LIKE

First-person experiences

Better to give A Tulsa couple makes the holidays brighter for 64 boys at the Tulsa Boys’ Home.

by ROBIN BLONSKY

How did you become involved with the Tulsa Boys’ Home?

Chris: I was introduced to TBH when I was at Winnercomm, my old company here in town, and they had asked me for help (raising) money to start a therapeutic equine program. I joined the board in 2006.

When did the idea of “playing Santa” come about and how did it unfold?

Becky: Seven years ago ... my mother and I were at Garden Ridge and I said, “It would be fun to put their things in a stocking.”

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Then she said, “Becky, I could make these. Look at this big one here.” We bought one as a pattern and took it home. (The stockings) are 3 feet tall, at least.

Then it became more about things than about candy.

C: It got so big (referring to the annual event) we finally opened it up to the rest of the board to see if they wanted to contribute ... and they responded incredibly. Some gave $50 Walmart gift cards, watches, stocking caps, gloves, flashlights. The challenge is trying to find 64 of the same item.

When do you start preparing each year?

B: Usually (in the) fall time, I start shopping. My mom starts making the stockings in mid-October (and they’re) done by Thanksgiving and shipped from Joplin.

That’s her gift.

Do you get to see the boys’ reactions?

C: They bring the boys in, one lodge at a time, and the board members help hand them out and give them a hug.

B: I overheard one boy say to another as he was going through his stocking, “I never got anything this ... nice in my own house.”

Do you have a favorite story or reaction from a particular year?

C: The one little boy the first year asking, “Is this what a stocking is?

I’ve never had one.”

B: It was at that moment we (too) had Christmas. I think the whole thing behind it for us is, it’s not about the stuff. I’m hoping they’ll realize that somebody ... cares. tþ

Chris and Becky Lincoln with a stocking made by Becky’s mother, Doris Smith, of Joplin.

The Lincolns fill the stockings with toys and candy each holiday season for the Tulsa Boys’ Home.

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tockings weren’t on their minds when Chris and Becky Lincoln first bought gifts for the 64 boys at the Tulsa Boys’ Home. They started simply filling gift sacks with candy.

Chris, a local TV figure with a long history as an American sportscaster, is the sports director for KTUL Channel 8. He and Becky stay actively involved in local causes such as the boys’ home.

Their generosity became a family affair when Becky’s mother, Doris Smith, began to make stockings to hold the boys’ gifts.

For the past seven years, the heartwarming event that evolved out of the Lincolns’ giving has become a highlight of the year for all involved.

“The fact that someone goes out of their way to hand-make these huge Christmas stockings that are oftentimes the first (one) that many of our boys have ever had is really beyond words,” says Gregg Conway, TBH executive director. “This is a huge gift.”

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Checking in with native Tulsans

Beverly Anderson Designer and founder of EQ-Wear riding pants

by LAUREN BEACH

Nathan Harmon

Vital stats: Born and raised in Tulsa; graduated from Charles C. Mason High School in 1975; a former engineer who was the first woman to work in the Persian Gulf and the first to work in the British Sector of the North Sea; left the field to earn her M.B.A. from Stanford University Graduate School of Business in 1989; the former president of Theodore Management Associates, a management consulting firm.

Now: Lives in Tulsa with her young son; has been designing riding pants since 2011; opened EQ-Wear this past summer.

When did your business open?

Officially our corporation began at the end of 2012, but our debut for

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of the chaps, and to give extra reinforcement in the seat of the pant to help enhance a rider’s performance.

For the color selection of the pants, I visited Philbrook and studied Native American art ... to select color combinations that reflect Oklahoma and Native American culture.

Beverly Anderson wears her self-designed pants to ride Fancy, who is owned

by Shelly Fitzgerald of Oklahoma City. our product was at the Cheyenne Rodeo in July 2013, which was the same time we set up our website. Oklahoma is the perfect place for this product because we have international and national championships for riding in our state.

What are your goals for EQ-Wear?

My original purpose and focus was to design a great riding pant. And that’s where my focus is right now. Once that ball is hit out of the park, I am open to stretching the line to maybe include men’s riding pants and possibly women’s clothing and accessories, but right now I want to focus on my primary interest.

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When and how did you begin designing? I started designing riding pants about two years ago. I rode horses when I was younger, and three years ago I purchased an American quarter horse for my son’s birthday.

Unfortunately, my son informed me that he wasn’t as into riding horses as I was, so he gave it back to me. I started riding again, and I found that every pant I rode in wasn’t comfortable.

I tried different pants and styles and finally started wearing English riding pants to ride an American quarter horse. I knew I couldn’t be the only person who was having trouble finding a riding pant, so I started interviewing women who rode horses at various riding events to find out what they wanted.

After speaking with many women, I became convinced that a different style of riding pant was very much needed. I wanted a pant that was functional, first; flattering, second; and fashion-forward, third.

After a two-year process to design and manufacture the pants, Anderson says they are the only pants she wears to ride.

Describe the purpose and inspiration behind your use of color blocking. Those who ride Western style generally wear chaps to protect their legs and give them a better grip with the saddle on the horse. The design of the EQ-Wear riding pant is to incorporate the design and function

How did your time in Tulsa prepare you for what you’re doing now?

Tulsa is a roll-up-your-sleeves and pull-up-your-boots kind of town, and that influence has really helped me stay focused and grounded. Tulsa is a great place to start a business, and it’s been wonderful for my business. tþ

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918 Coffee recently set up shop on Route 66.

by ALANA JAMISON

by MARNIE FERNANDEZ

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new Navy vessel will bear Tulsa’s name.

The USS Tulsa is one of two littoral combat ships (LCS) set for construction by Austal USA in Mobile, Ala. USS Tulsa (LCS No. 16 out of 17) will be the second Navy ship named for Tulsa.

Littoral combat ships execute focused missions close to shore such as mine warfare, anti-submarine warfare and surface warfare. The ship design is flexible, allowing the Navy to build an affordable, multi-mission ship.

The tradition of naming of vessels after states’ most populous cities “forms a bond between a city’s residents and the Sailors and Marines who serve in its namesake ship,” says Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. “For decades to come, these ships will sail in the fleet, building partnerships and projecting power around the world.”

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ttention, coffee lovers: there’s a new gig on Route 66. And it doesn’t serve your average cup of joe.

Although housed in an old service station from the early 1900s, 918 Coffee is anything but typical.

Morad El-Raheb and his wife, Annie, have created an upscale coffee house right down the street from The University of Tulsa. The shop has been open since July 2013.

“Our son went to TU, and we really like the area,” says El-Raheb, a physician from Egypt who has lived in Tulsa for more than 23 years. “We also thought a coffee shop on Route 66 would be a good addition.”

918 Coffee is housed in what used to be the old George Tune auto shop. The cottage-style building was constructed in 1928. The El-Rahebs made every effort to maintain the integrity of the historic building, including the original steel beams and the small cottage attached to the garage of the gas station that they turned into the coffee shop entrance.

Other elements are a nod to the property’s former life.

“When I bought this building, they had these fabulous toolboxes that were used from the 1940s, so I had them redone,” El-Raheb says. “We use them as condiment stations. They look amazing.”

While the couple maintained historical elements, the coffee house exudes a modern, clean feel with an art deco twist.

918 Coffee serves a variety of coffee, tea and smoothie drinks

Coffee shop owners Morad and Annie El-Raheb along with an assortment of baked goods and hot gourmet sandwiches. The shop is open seven days a week and has 15 employees.

Customers range from college students, retirees from the nearby neighborhood, business professionals and Hillcrest employees.

“Business has been very good so far,” El-Raheb says. “We offer great products in a fun atmosphere that keeps bringing people back.”

In the near future, they hope to expand their live music offerings and vinyl record nights, which

will feature a music artist on vinyl records.

The El-Rahebs had no prior experience in the food industry, but running a coffee shop is something they have always wanted to do. And they don’t feel pressure from the larger chains such as Starbucks.

“We offer a completely different experience than a Starbucks,” El-Raheb says. “Everything is freshly made with quality ingredients, and our atmosphere is very unique.” tþ

918 Coffee, 2446 E. 11th St., is open daily from 6 a.m.-midnight.

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Littoral combat ships will be constructed for the Navy by the time of USS Tulsa’s construction. The first littoral combat ship was delivered in 2008.

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Littoral combat ships are stationed in San Diego, but the Navy is still determining a homeport for the USS Tulsa.

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Other ships were recently named after U.S. cities along with the USS Tulsa, including the new littoral combat ship USS Billings and three other joint high-speed vessels.

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Years after the laying of the keel, the USS Tulsa should be delivered to the ship’s homeport.

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Knots (approximately 46 miles per hour) is the average speed of a littoral combat ship.

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“It was a happy new chapter,” Dennis says. “She was really joyful about it. It’s one of the memories that is really touching.”

Cosby says, “It meant the world to me to be able to know that (Ray’s) letterpress is in such caring hands.”

Dennis and Cosby currently have a long-distance friendship while Cosby is in Nashville, Tenn., with family, but they talk on the phone a few times a week. When they’re both in Tulsa, they see each other about three times a week.

Both love learning about new things and the exchange of information and ideas. Together they enjoy art, dogs (Cosby petsits Dennis’ dog, Rocco), cooking, Whole Foods adventures and, of course, letterpress work. Dennis prints stationery for Cosby, who comes to the studio and watches the press in action.

“I feel privileged to learn as much as I have about letterpress work,” Cosby says.

In 2012, Cosby spent her first Thanksgiving since her husband’s death with the Dennis family. It’s her favorite memory with Dennis.

“Right before we ate Thanksgiving dinner, she talked about how thankful she was,” Dennis says. “She became a member of our family.”

Whether Cosby is researching new recipes to try, such as kale chips, or friending Dennis’ Facebook friends (she’s quite Internet savvy), this dynamic duo brings out the best in each other.

Plus, they’ll always have Leta.

No, not Cosby. Leta, the letterpress.

Dennis says she named the press “Leta” in the tradition of naming a letterpress after a person one respects. tþ

Rachel Ann Dennis uses Ray Cosby’s letterpress at her collaborative education space, Ok Lovely. Leta Cosby, pictured in the portrait below, gave Dennis the press, sparking a close friendship between the women.

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he lucky ones find a once-in-a-lifetime friendship that leaves a lasting impression.

Leta Cosby, 76, and Rachel Ann Dennis, 30, have just that friendship, and it began over a letterpress.

After the passing of Cosby’s husband, Ray, in March 2012, Cosby decided to dispose of several pieces of his equipment.

Ray had been an engineering draftsman and a metalworker with a penchant for collecting machines, such as a letterpress he’d used to make flyers and ads. Cosby wanted to donate the press to a printer who would reap its benefits.

At the time, Dennis, whose post-graduate education is in print, book and paper arts, was running a small letterpress studio and education space out of her home. She went to see the 2,500-pound press on Cosby’s midtown property and fell in love.

Moving the press was a fivemonth undertaking that required a crane, rigging and partial disassembly of the shed in which it was stored. In the meantime, the two women bonded.

“Our friendship was unexpected, but there was a level of richness,” Dennis says. “If I had never given an unexpected friendship a chance, it never would have happened.”

Now Dennis has nearly restored the press, which is functional again. She recalls bringing Cosby to see it at Dennis’ collaborative education space, Ok Lovely: Print, Book & Paper Studio, at 941 S. Pittsburg Ave. There, Dennis teaches people to make books and paper and to letterpress print.

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Getting to know Tulsa’s top athletes and coaches

Jake Spavital The young coach leads A&M’s offense and quarterbacks.

Jake Spavital’s career highlights

by DOUG EATON

You were an All-State football player at Union High School, played quarterback at Missouri State and now are coaching college football. What about football appeals to you? I like the team concept. A bunch of guys from different backgrounds, all pulling together for the same goal. I really enjoy the relationship between coaches and players.

What has been the biggest challenge since you’ve entered the college coaching ranks? Time.

There never seems to be enough time. You are always looking for an edge, so you pore over more tape.

You’ve coached at five highly regarded college programs. What are some of the major differences in coaching philosophies? I have been blessed to be around some great coaches. I try and observe and learn, and you see what works and maybe what does not. At the end of

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ake Spavital grew up in a coaching family, has played in championship situations and has coached at several top college football programs. Toss in the responsibility of working with Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel, and the expectations can be enormous.

But the Tulsa native seems to be handling the pressure of coaching big-time college football just fine.

Spavital, 28, cut his football teeth as a third-grade ball boy for Union High School. He always envisioned himself as a coach. He has rapidly risen through the ranks and is now quarterback coach and co-offensive coordinator for the Texas A&M Aggies.

Spavital coaching on the sidelines during the Texas A&M versus Rice game Aug. 31, 2013.

Texas A&M won 52-31. the day, you have to be yourself as a coach and try not to be someone else.

As the quarterback coach for A&M, your work with Johnny Manziel is in the limelight every week. Has the additional attention and constant scrutiny been difficult? Not at all. Johnny is a terrific football player, and he works very hard in the film room and is always trying to learn more. I am fortunate to work with Johnny.

Your brother, Zac, is on the coaching staff at the University of Houston. Do you two communicate much during the season, to compare notes and help each other out if you play common opponents? We stay in touch and exchange ideas and film. You are always looking for anything to give you an edge.

You are not much older than many of the athletes that you coach. Have you encountered any issues because of this? No issues at all. In some way, I may relate better to these quarterbacks. It helps that I have been fortunate to work with some great quarterbacks like Johnny Manziel, Geno Smith, Brandon Weeden and Case Keenum.

Your late grandfather and father have had successful coaching careers. Do you ever ask your dad for advice? I was blessed to grow up in a coaching family. I tried to learn a lot from my dad and grandfather, and I respect their opinion and knowledge of the game.

What do you envision yourself doing in five years? I try not to look too far down the road. Right now I am worried about this week and getting our team ready to play to the best of our abilities. I do know I would like to continue to coach. tþ

PLAYING EXPERIENCE 2002-03: Two-year starter as quarterback for Union High School; 26-1 record; won 2002 state Class 6A championship; made it to 2003 state semifinals.

2006-07: Quarterback/punter for Missouri State University COACHING EXPERIENCE 2008: Offensive quality control for The University of Tulsa 2009: Graduate assistant for the University of Houston 2010: Graduate assistant for Oklahoma State University 2011-12: Quarterback coach for University of West Virginia 2013-present: Co-offensive coordinator and quarterback coach for Texas A&M University FAMILY COACHING CONNECTIONS Grandfather Jim Spavital: Played four years at OSU; No. 1 NFL draft pick; scored four touchdowns in one game; his 96-yard touchdown run for the Baltimore Colts was an NFL record for 33 years and is still the fourth-longest in NFL history; coached in the Canadian Football League, and the U.S. and World Football Leagues; coached the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets, where he served as Joe Namath’s quarterback coach.

Father Steve Spavital: Longtime defensive coordinator at Union High School; now head football coach at Broken Arrow High School.

Brother Zac Spavital: Defensive coach at the University of Houston

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NOT SO LONG AGO

Stories from Tulsa’s past

Christmas at Norton-Majors B

by JOHN HAMILL

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Utica Square in the 1960s, when the shopping center was home to Norton-Majors

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y the mid-1960s, downtown Tulsa’s reign as the center for Christmas shopping was coming to an end. But for reasons dating back to my bus trips downtown as a kid to visit the Central Book Store (located on East Third Street between Main Street and South Boulder Avenue), I continued to shop downtown.

Like the saying about the piano player who quits classical music to take up playing jazz because he hates crowds, so it was in downtown Tulsa at the time. While the windows still sparkled with Christmas cheer, the interiors often found the sales clerks outnumbering the customers.

It was on one such trip while a senior at Memorial High School that I encountered my 10th-grade English teacher from Edison High School.

He has passed on but shall remain nameless, for I am not sure who was more embarrassed, he or I. He was Christmas season clerking in the men’s department at the downtown J.C. Penney. I had wandered in for a tie for my father and turned away from a table of them as he approached. Our eyes met before we could pretend we had not seen each other.

“Mr. Doe,” I said hesitantly.

“John,” he replied with a hint of embarrassment.

“Uh, just kind of looking for ties,” I stammered.

“Let me know if I can help,” he said as he walked away. Suspicion at a young age that teachers were underpaid was confirmed.

Soon, too, I was a member of the

corps of Christmas season clerks.

Two college Christmases were spent working for and with Bill Majors at Norton-Majors in Utica Square.

During the late ’60s the “cool” places for “studly” high school guys and preppy college fraternity men were Orbach’s and the Madison Shop. Renberg’s was where boys went when mother took them shopping for school clothes. Norton-Majors, located at the northeast corner of today’s Banana Republic, was a place where your father shopped — and where you shopped to feel fully grown up.

Bill Majors could take a suit off the rack and magically mark a tuck here, a hem there and voila: one had a suit that fit like it was custom made.

So, the summer before my sopho-

more year at college I asked Mr. Majors if I could work at his store over the Christmas holidays.

To my surprise, he said yes. Seems, I later found out, that finding college-age help at Christmastime was not that easy in the late ’60s.

And so began my first lessons in customer service.

When not helping a customer myself, I would straighten merchandise and observe Majors practicing what later became known as suggestive selling.

“Here’s a tie that complements that sport coat. This sweater’s pattern picks up the color in this pair of slacks ... and would he be needing any handkerchiefs?”

Majors also had a supply of Arrow

shirts in the stock room that no one else in Tulsa carried (and that Arrow had probably ceased making a decade earlier) for the several regular customers who bought that particular style of shirt at Christmas.

After Christmas, customers could receive merchandise or cash for returns. Cheerfully. (That was tested once and ended in this particular case when a customer bought drastically marked-down sweaters at a men’s store’s going-out-of-business sale and returned them for cash at Norton-Majors. Until Majors caught on, this chap was tripling his money.)

We would wrap any and all gifts, from an inexpensive pair of socks to an expensive London Fog raincoat.

Little wonder that Majors seemed to know nearly every customer by name.

Just as downtown as Tulsa’s retail center is over, so are Bill Majors and Norton-Majors. (Though the “Norton” part of the store — luggage and accessories — continues today in Utica Square as Elephant Trunk.) But those who shopped at Norton-Majors will likely not forget the store or Bill. His kind of customer service is as rare today as a shopping spree on Main Street. tþ

Freelance writer John Hamill is the author/ co-author of three books on Tulsa and the former editor of TulsaPeople.

He also teaches writing at The University of Tulsa.

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One man’s opinion

This holiday season, try a little understanding. And brining.

Preach it, sista!

by BARRY FRIEDMAN

*WWJP? Organizers of the Downtown Parade of Lights thought by including “a celebration of Christmas, Hanukkah and other holidays” in the title, they would assuage those putting on the Tulsa Hills Christmas Parade who demand fealty to Christendom this time of year.

Well, think again, infidels. You and your “Season’s Greetings” sweaters will burn in the pits of hell!

“I’m glad that they put Christmas back in the title,” said Mark Croucher, one of the creators of the south Tulsa event, “but it’s still not a Christmas parade.”

And why is that, Keeper of the Faith? “… because what people want is a Christmas parade …,” he said, explaining his decision to retain the Tulsa Hills event, “… not a holiday parade, not a parade of lights.”

Oh, for the love of Rudolph, Santa Claus, a can of fake snow and Irving Berlin tunes, would you knock it off?

And, by the way, you’re welcome.

In October, Sen. Jim Inhofe had quadruple bypass surgery after doctors discovered multiple blocked arteries during a — wait for it — routine colonoscopy.

(Your joke here.)

Inhofe — whose health care is provided by the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, which covers more than 8 million federal employees and is subsidized by U.S. taxpayers — had a procedure that cost upward of $100,000.

So, what did the senator say mere days after the operation?

That he hates socialized medicine and “probably wouldn’t be here” if he had been insured under the Affordable Care Act — a statement so cynical and false, it sounds like he pulled it out of his polyp-free ... well, you know.

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Ups and downs  … State Sen. David Holt for advocating a Ralph Ellison (“Invisi-

ble Man”) portrait be displayed at the state Capitol. As John Callahan, the literary executor of the author’s estate, said of the writer, “For him, whatever its blemishes … Oklahoma was possibility.”

Yeah, we know the feeling.

 … Tulsa Superintendent Keith Ballard for describing the

Oklahoma State Department of Education as dysfunctional and inept in the calculation of school report cards. Ooh, snap!

… Terry Simonson, our favorite resigned mayoral chief of  staff, for his work in nepotism. He wrote in Urban Tulsa Weekly the following about the city’s murder rate: “It sounds like good public safety work being done for the police by the gangs. ... If the gangs want to kill each other, we certainly don’t want to stop them. This is a callous, but true assessment of the situation.”

No, Terry, not callous, not true — it’s soulless. And ignorant.

 … Oklahoman Blake Shelton for telling members of Westboro

Baptist Church, which has been threatening to demonstrate at his concerts, that they could perform a particular kind of sexual act on him. Sure, whacking Westboro is as easy as whacking Donald Trump, but it’s still something that should be done at regular intervals. Good on ya, Blake. But we still think the “The Voice” is kind of weird.

Rule 87 No matter how many garage sales the city council eventually allows, draw the line at used shoe and sock purchases.

Random Oklahoma reference Former GOP House Majority Leader Dick Armey on Newt Gingrich in an interview with Eric Benson in New York Magazine: “Newt was a little bit like Ado Annie from ‘Oklahoma!’”

How old do you want to feel?

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Dumb Criminals of the Month The honor goes to the two men who pried open — read this carefully — the cash boxes on the vacuum machines inside an Oklahoma City car wash.

Let’s review: they knocked over an industrial-strength vacuum and stole coins.

Young robbers, let this be a lesson to you: set reachable goals when starting out.

“Oh, don’t be a baby. The bullet just grazed you. It’s barely a Priority Two.” The Tulsa City Council has agreed to let EMSA increase its response to 10 minutes and 59 seconds for Priority One calls and 24 minutes and 59 seconds for Priority Two calls.

If it’s late, EMSA gets penalized.

And you probably die.

Alrighty then.

Overheard (The couple, driving north on Highway 169, was arguing.)

Woman: Between you and my son,

Do you get free pizza, too?

nobody hears me. It’s amazing. What is it about the penis that prevents men from listening?

Man: What?

In the Intelligent Design “Origins of Life” textbook, however, these mammoths roamed the earth approximately 2,000 years ago, and Jesus rode them. Outside of Enid, researchers and students from Oklahoma State University excavated the remains of a mammoth that roamed the southern Great Plains more than 50,000 years ago. It is believed the specimen was not a woolly mammoth, but rather an imperial or Columbian mammoth … useful information for those who had “woolly” in the office mammoth pool.

You say “Redskins”; I say “indefensible racist slur.” Let’s call the whole thing off. At some point, Union will be the only school district left in the country whose nickname conjures up images of broken treaties, orphaned and displaced children, and the red, bloody, scalped skulls of Native Americans. Therefore, “Go, (anyone playing Union — or Washington, for that matter)!” tþ *Where Would Jesus Parade?

o Like a dog tearing int nd ou gr a package of chuck, Barry will just not let this go.

Barry Friedman is a national touring comedian, the author of “Road Comic” and “Funny You Should Mention It,” and doesn’t trust anyone who refers to him or herself in the third person.

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Metro Appliances & More cooks up a new cookbook Just in time for the gift-giving season, Metro Appliances & More has created a cookbook featuring more than 300 recipes.

“The Metro Experience” includes restaurant-quality recipes along with specialties from some of Tulsa’s favorite chefs and eateries. Included in the cookbook are recipes from the chefs of Polo Grill, Palace Café, Southern Hills Country Club and Biga Vino e Cucina.

The books are now on sale for $20, with 100 percent of profits benefiting the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Books can be purchased at Metro’s Tulsa locations: Metro Appliances & More, 5313 S. Mingo Road; and Metro Outdoor Living, 6235 S. Mingo Road.

For more information, visit www.metroappliancesandmore.com or www.metrooutdoorliving.com.

Donna’s Fashions celebrates 15 years Donna’s Fashions is celebrating its 15th anniversary this fall.

Owner Donna Brollier says while many things have changed over the years, one thing has remained constant — her loyal customers.

To celebrate its birthday, Donna’s has been treating customers all season long to special sales and promotions. Rounding out the festivities is the annual Holiday Open House from Dec. 5-7. Along with great fashions, Donna’s will have drawings, catered food and more throughout the weekend.

Especially for the holidays, Donna’s will carry Ree Drummond’s newest cookbook, “Pioneer Woman Cooks: A Year of Holidays” and children’s books “Charlie and the Christmas Kitty” and “Charlie the Ranch Dog: Charlie’s Snow Day.” Donna’s carries a variety of men’s and women’s fashion lines, including Tommy Bahama, Rustic Cuff, Joseph Ribkoff and many others.

Donna’s Fashions is located at 10051 S. Yale Ave. in the Shops of Seville. For more information, call 918-299-6565 or visit www.donnasfashions.com.

McGraw Realtors hosts CEO Exchange for extensive peer review

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cGraw Realtors recently hosted a CEO Exchange as a part of the firm’s membership in the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. CEOs of 11 highly successful real estate companies spent two days in Tulsa meetings with McGraw’s senior management team.

“The purpose of the CEO Exchange is to offer a group member — McGraw — an opportunity for extensive peer review and brainstorming,” says Michael Guthrie, CEO of Roy Wheeler Realty Co. in Charlottesville, Va., a participant in the Tulsa event. “It’s all about the local real estate company’s senior managers sharing details with the visiting CEOs about the company’s structure, culture, policies, practices, strengths and challenges.”

Guthrie says the CEO team will now compile a “comprehensive report for McGraw” that includes recommendations on how the company can improve its overall operations and enhance its business for the benefit of customers and employees.

“The two days are spent in an open discussion using a very free-flowing outline,” says Brenda Maxfield, CEO of Weidel Realtors in Pennington, N.J. “The CEOs listen and learn — largely from information presented by managers and top-producing sales associates — and then offer feedback, both pro and con.”

Guthrie and Maxfield were highly complimentary of “the McGraw way of doing business.”

“McGraw is clearly a company that is committed to excellence,” Guthrie says.

“Just the fact that senior management would open the company to this type of peer assessment makes a strong statement about management’s desire for the company to be the best it can be in the real estate business.”

Maxfield adds, “It is very clear to me that McGraw is a company that truly cares about its people, and management clearly understands and appreciates the connection between caring about people and doing well in business.”

The CEO Exchange in Tulsa was coordinated by Luke Strawn, McGraw’s senior vice president.

“The opportunity to have real estate professionals of this caliber looking at our organization was tremendous,” he says. “We intend to use their feedback as the direction for McGraw for years to come.”

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World is a global network of more than 500 premier real estate firms with 4,000 offices and 120,000 sales associates in more than 40 countries around the world. Members created more sales volume in 2012 than any national real estate brand.

New golf tournament supports Ronald McDonald House Charities

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klahoma football legends used to hitting the turf will head for the green May 19 in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tulsa.

RMHC will present the new tournament, “FORE the House,” in partnership with Tulsa Sports Charities, which annually stages a charitable golf tournament featuring former Heisman Trophy winners, NFL players, collegiate coaches and golf professionals.

The “FORE the House” tournament at Cedar Ridge Country Club will include former Sooners Billy Sims and Thomas Lott; Steve August, former player at The University of Tulsa; and former Oklahoma State University footballer Rusty Hilger.

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RMHC provides a home away from home for families of seriously ill or injured children being treated in Tulsa hospitals. Last year, RMHC served more than 560 new families, equaling 1,600 people, according to a press release. Over the past 22 years, RMHC, which is funded solely by private donations, has supported more than 22,000 family members.

For more information on the tournament, visit www.tulsasportscharities.org or www.rmhtulsa.org.

Steve August, Billy Sims, Thomas Lott and Rusty Hilger will play in the Tulsa Sports Charities “FORE the House” golf tournament May 19 benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Tulsa.

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Mosaic founder and past chairman Shane Fernandez, center, received a special Mosaic Catapult Award for his threeyear leadership of the diversity business council.

Presenting the award were Mike Neal, Tulsa Regional Chamber president and CEO, and Jim Langdon, the current Mosaic chairman.

Bank SNB’s David York, Tulsa division president, and Mark Funke, CEO

Mosaic Awards recognize 21 companies, organizations for workplace inclusion

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osaic, the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s diversity business council, hosted the inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum to share the results of a workplace diversity survey. The forum recognized 21 companies and organizations for their policies and practices in fostering inclusion.

“As the workforce becomes more and more diverse, our workplaces must put high importance on being inclusive,” says Mike Neal, chamber president and CEO. “High-performing workforces today are those who embrace diversity and inclusion and empower all employees to achieve their full potential.”

Mosaic launched a survey earlier this year to gain insight into the current climate of workplace inclusion. More than 100 businesses and organizations participated in the survey. The 21 honorees were championed for leadership in the five

key areas of workplace inclusion: CEO commitment, supplier diversity, internal policies, diverse people, and public outreach and awareness.

Companies and organizations receiving Mosaic Awards at the Forum were: All Souls Unitarian Church, American Airlines, Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa, Baker Hughes, Bank of America, Blue Cross Blue Shield Oklahoma, Enterprise Holdings, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Services, Northeastern State University, Oklahomans For Equality, ONEOK Inc., Public Service Co. of Oklahoma, Samson Energy, SMG Tulsa, State Farm Insurance, Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice, The University of Tulsa, Tulsa Area United Way, Tulsa Community College, Xposure Inc., and YWCA Tulsa.

For more information about Mosaic, visit www.tulsachamber.com/mosaic.

Military History Museum Grand Opening The Military History Museum celebrated the grand opening of its new building in downtown Broken Arrow on Nov. 9. Pictured at the event are museum treasurer Ken Cook; Col. Robert Powell (Ret.), founder and board chairman; Brig. Gen. Tom Mancino (Ret.), board vice president; and Henry Primeaux, museum contributor. The Military History Museum’s collection is designed to enrich the honor and pride in serving one’s country and to promote patriotism through the preservation of military history. The museum is located at 112 N. Main St., Broken Arrow.

Stillwater National Bank Becomes Bank SNB

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tillwater National Bank has announced it will operate under a new name: Bank SNB. The name change applies to all banks owned by Southwest Bancorp., including Bank of Kansas in Kansas and Stillwater National Bank and SNB in Oklahoma and Texas.

“For nearly 120 years, our bank has had the personality of a community bank feel with large bank resources, and we will continue to operate as such,” says Mark Funke, CEO of Stillwater National Bank.

“This charter consolidation and new name allows us to be unified as one bank and one brand across our entire footprint.”

A new logo for Bank SNB, which is a modern take on Stillwater National Bank’s historic “S,” is being introduced to accompany the name change.

“Bank SNB reflects our active approach to banking today,” Funke says. “We are in business for our customers and work to help them realize their financial goals.”

“The newly reorganized and rebranded Bank SNB will allow us to provide greater convenience and expanded services to our Tulsa customers and across all markets,” says David York, Tulsa division president. “It will provide us more opportunities and enable us to spread the word about our unique approach to banking.”

Southwest Bancorp., the bank holding company for Stillwater National Bank and Bank of Kansas, was organized in 1981 and reported assets of $2 billion for June 30, 2013. Stillwater National Bank was chartered in 1894, and Bank of Kansas opened its doors in 1907.

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‘To correspond, to wish’ A friendship began 12 years ago with a shoebox, a Precious Moments postcard and a little girl at an orphanage in Moldova.

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by SANDY HARRELL

Each Christmas, I pack shoeboxes

to go to children all over the world through Operation Christmas Child, a project of Franklin Graham’s Samaritan’s Purse organization. In the shoeboxes, one puts small gifts such as dolls, cars, socks, toothbrushes, hair bows, balls, ribbons, balloons, coloring books, etc.

I had never put a card in, but one Christmas long ago I had some extra Precious Moments postcards. I jotted a quick “Merry Christmas” and my name and address on each of them.

Several months later, I received a letter from 9-year-old Mihaela Ciorici in Moldova with the simple words, “To correspond, to wish.”

Our letters took four months to reach each other. Mihaela, who spoke Romanian and Russian, was just learning English, and I would write her letters that would take her hours (I later found out) to decipher.

Hers were short and sweet, often with a drawing or something she had made.

I researched Moldova and found it was one of the poorest nations that had previously been a part of the USSR. Through Oklahoma State University, I found a woman from Romania (just west of Moldova), who helped me send a poem to Mihaela in Romanian.

I then began sending gifts with my letters: a doll, a Frisbee, a camera, books, a Build-a-Bear (that she thought was possessed when it said, “I love you, Mihaela”). I sent pictures of our family and of grandkids as they were born.

After we had been writing for some time, Mihaela’s mother (through an interpreter) wrote me a beautiful letter of her love for her daughter and son and asked if I knew of any organization in the U.S. that could sponsor them for $25 a month so they could attend a better school that had heat and air. I checked this out with Samaritan’s Purse, and represen-

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Mihaela Ciorici and Sandy Harrell with the postcard, also shown left, that brought them together. Mihaela was 9 years old when she sent the card from Moldova to Harrell in Tulsa.

tatives there agreed she was certainly not asking too much. So, I began sending money with my letters and gifts.

Our friendship deepened, and I began to feel like Mihaela and her brother, Alex, were part of our family. I decided that when Mihaela was 16, I wanted to bring them to Tulsa for a visit. It was an ordeal that required formal let-

ters, visas, permission from their parents to leave the country and an interview by the Moldovan Consulate to be sure I wasn’t a sex trader. It also involved the language barrier and a seven-hour time difference.

The siblings had never been on a plane before, much less out of their country. It was so brave of their parents to let their children fly overseas to visit someone they had only corresponded with by letter.

Mihaela and Alex first came to the U.S. in 2006 for two weeks. We were so excited to see each other. The first couple of days were hard with the time change and language barrier. Alex was a year older than Mihaela and spoke better English than she. He was able to help tremendously in getting them through airports and customs on their 19-hour journey here.

Mihaela was scared to death, but her brother was ready for adventure. They finally began to relax after learning to play pool at our house.

We rode golf carts, four-wheelers and boats; played miniature golf; went to museums and Bell’s Amusement Park; and ate lots of hamburgers. We all cried when they left.

It was not until they were here in person that I finally understood Mihaela was not the recipient of the shoebox I’d sent. She and her mother were volunteering at the orphanage when the shoeboxes were handed out. She loves art and was “playing” in the office with the cards that came in with the shoeboxes.

The Precious Moments card stood out, and she decided to take it home to try to paint it.

She told me it just kept calling her to write to me. I am so happy she did. Neither she nor I have done anything like this since.

I continued to write Mihaela and Alex and send gifts, and in 2009 brought them for a return visit. By this time they knew what to expect, and we added trips to Kansas City, the Bixby Corn Festival, a rodeo and Fantastic Caverns. I even taught them how to drive our

A young Mihaela with some of the gifts Harrell mailed to her

pickup in the cemetery and school parking lots.

Of course, since most of their transportation is still done by bus or bicycle, driving only made them wish for more. Many of their roads are still traversed by ox and cart, so they thought our Oklahoma roads were wonderful.

They were amazed by simple things like ice in the refrigerator, not having to draw drinking water from a well, being able to take your purse inside a store with you (not leaving it with a guard outside the store), paying for food in the cafeteria after you got your meal (rather than one vendor at a time) — so many things we Tulsans take for granted. The quantity of food we have available was mind-boggling to them. It made our whole family realize how truly blessed we are.

Now, four years later, we can email or Skype anytime we want. Alex graduated college last year, and Mihaela graduated college this year.

We decided to celebrate by bringing them for another visit, this time with their parents, Sergiu and Tatiana.

The Ciorici family flew to Tulsa in July and stayed at our home for 10 days. Sergiu and Tatiana did not speak English, but it is amazing how many thoughts and words can be understood with body language.

My husband, Kent, and Sergiu had an instant friendship. Kent gave Sergiu an iPad, and they spent mornings and evenings on our back patio “conversing” through a word translator.

Sergiu, who works for the Moldovan forestry service, enjoyed our ranch, driving four-wheelers and golf carts, shooting clay pigeons and shopping at Bass Pro Shop (he never imagined such a store). We girls made a couple of trips to Hobby Lobby and did crafts, went shopping and planted a garden. Tatiana loves flowers, but her apartment balcony is all the space she has

This past summer, the Harrells brought the entire Ciorici family to Tulsa for a visit. Pictured are Mihaela, mother Tatiana, Alex and father Sergiu at the Tulsa International Airport.

Brother Alex with Mihaela near their home in Moldova. The siblings traveled to Tulsa for the first time in 2006.

to plant. She was in heaven pulling my weeds every morning and planting flowers.

My husband and my sons Damon DoRemus and Mike Harrell took the whole family for rides in our two small planes. We all attended a Tulsa Drillers ball game, toured Tulsa buildings and neighborhoods, and visited Gilcrease Museum, the Tulsa Zoo, the Linnaeus Gardens and the Oklahoma Aquarium.

One of our stops was to the Tulsa Red Cross, where CEO Regina Moon gave us a tour of their operations. Mihaela had been working as the volunteer coordinator for the Chisinau Red Cross in Moldova and was amazed at the services we offer. The Red Cross in her country is not nearly as active as it is here.

Although she is still interested in eventually working for the International Red Cross, Mihaela recently accepted a job promoting an educational project to help college students access the best scholarship and research opportunities.

Jobs are scarce in Moldova, and most young people leave the country to work and send back money to their families.

Mihaela is as beautiful inside as outside. She has continued to work with children in orphanages. No matter what she does, she does it with all her heart and is making changes everywhere she goes. We call her the “Moldovan Tornado.”

When I tell other people stories about this family, they are fascinated and want to know more. I know my family has made a difference in their lives. And even more, they have blessed our family tenfold and certainly made a difference in our lives.

It truly is a small world, and I am glad we all took a chance to make it even smaller. tþ Images courtesy of Sandy Harrell

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Good as gold BOK Financial Corp. President and CEO Stan Lybarger retires this month after 40 years growing Bank of Oklahoma into the nation’s top performing mid-sized bank.

by RACHEL ANDERSON HILL

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Stan Lybarger carves a wooden ink pen in his Beaver Creek, Colo., workshop.

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For 40 years, Stan Lybarger has

woken up, put on a suit and gone to work at a bank. He started his career at the National Bank of Tulsa at age 23 ­— immediately joining the management training program — as one of approximately 400 employees. (The bank became Bank of Oklahoma in 1975 to better reflect its geographic scope.)

But for more than half of his tenure, he has headed to BOK’s C-suite to oversee the No. 1 performing mid-sized bank in the United States. And yet, he’s an unassuming, rather quiet man who hesitates to take credit, even when it’s due. And it is undeniably due.

When Lybarger, now 63, enters a room, he commands attention. It hasn’t always been that way — or maybe it has — but the longtime president and CEO of BOK Financial Corp. is among T-Town’s “Who’s Who” for a reason.

Today BOK employs 4,700 people, positively impacts the education of Oklahoma children and has helped to significantly change the panorama of the downtown skyline. This month Lybarger will retire, handing over the reins of the $27 billion company to Steve Bradshaw.

“It’s fun; it’s a thrill,” Lybarger says about being in a position with such high stakes. “One person doesn’t create a company. In our case, it’s 4,700. We’ve built a great culture of success and teamwork, and that will continue. It won’t stop when I leave.”

Not much keeps Lybarger up at night, he says, because he has great people to worry about things for him. In fact, Lybarger doesn’t stress.

He says some of his colleagues have jokingly called him a “carrier,” meaning stress doesn’t affect him though it may be spreading among those around him.

Lybarger, who has lived in Tulsa since 1974, is grounded. But from where do those strong roots originate? For him, it’s family.

The son of two hard-working parents, his father a small business owner in Kansas City, Kan., Lybarger says the best lessons he learned growing up were to be diligent and do the best

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Lybarger and his wife, Marcia, enjoy off-roading in the mountains near their Beaver Creek home.

job he possibly can with everything he touches.

“That’s work advice and home advice, both,” he says. “I used to play a game with every project I got. I would try to always do better than expected with whatever job I was given, even if it was trivial. That could even be mowing the lawn at home.”

Lybarger’s parents placed an emphasis on education, and though neither attended college, they wanted it for their boys. Lybarger and his older brother earned master’s degrees, and education — particularly in public schools — remains a priority for Lybarger.

In 2000, he co-founded the Oklahoma Business and Education Coalition with Luke Corbett, former Kerr-McGee Corp. chairman and CEO, recruiting 16 of the state’s leading companies to support the group’s creation and maintenance for three years. The program promotes rigorous core curriculum standards and student testing and has developed a student record-keeping system to monitor and evaluate progess. Since its founding, OBEC has fought against numerous efforts to dilute education standards and reverse reforms.

Under his leadership, BOK also has supported primary and higher education locally through mentoring, financial education presentations and other activities.

Lybarger credits his upbringing for the man

Day One Stan Lybarger describes his perfect first day of retirement.  Wake up early. You have to pack a lot into the perfect day.  Start with a really good cup of coffee.  Get some exercise.  Go outdoors. Could be golf, fly-fishing, a hike, taking the Jeep into the mountains.

(On my perfect day the sun is shining, and the temperature is 70 degrees all day long. But if the weather is bad, I’ll head to the workshop.)  Enjoy a great seafood dinner.  End the day with a movie — probably an action movie.

he has become — the man in business and the man at home. In a world of people desperately trying to juggle work and family, he does it well.

He and his wife of 39 years, Marcia, have two daughters who live in Dallas and Denver with their families.

“Part of our philosophy was to put as much

energy into family and parenting as we did outside of the home,” he says of his and Marcia’s approach to parenting. “The idea is that you put 100 percent into it at work and 100 percent into it when you get home. As a parent, you have to define yourself by the end product, and we have two great children who’ve been successful at work and at home, so we’re really proud of them.”

Where did they get the energy to give a consistent 100 percent? Lybarger says he made a commitment to “turn off ” business when he left the office and to “turn on” family, allowing him to give the best both places.

He may be modest about his accomplishments, but one of the thumbprints he will leave on Tulsa that most excites him is the transformation of the city’s core from a desolate business district to a burgeoning destination.

Lybarger was an active supporter of the Vision 2025 package, including the construction of the arena now known as the BOK Center. He was instrumental in selling its sponsorships and suites, and fundraising for its enhancements.

As chairman of the Tulsa Stadium Trust, he recruited the Drillers downtown, developed a strategy to fund their move to ONEOK Field and led the fundraising efforts to make it happen.

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Continued from p. 39 “The follow-up development has exceeded all of our expectations,” Lybarger says of both attractions. “It has changed the landscape of Tulsa forever. The sidewalk used to roll up at 5, and today, there are people around all the time.

To me, that’s been a tremendous amount of fun and an accomplishment for the community.”

When he retires, Lybarger won’t be leaving the Tulsa business community entirely. He can’t, because it’s in his blood now. While he will remain on the BOK board of directors, he says the company is gaining something when he leaves as president and CEO. “Every time you have a change, they’ll have new ideas they want to instill in the company,” Lybarger says. “They’ll have a fresh set of eyes — a fresh set of ideas — to bring to the company. Stability is good, but change is equally good.”

Lybarger wants to be remembered for creating an environment in which people can be creative and successful.

“I wanted to create an environment where other people can chase their dreams, too,” he says.

And while others are chasing their dreams, Lybarger is living his. In retirement, he has a few goals, but mostly, he says, he will be playing it by ear.

“I have some deferred travel I want to do — those places that would have been hard to see during a week’s vacation,” he says. “I want to work on my (golf ) handicap, and I have already signed on for some serious babysitting duties.”

The Lybargers have three grandchildren, ranging in age from 2 months to 2 years old.

Anyone trying to track down Lybarger in the coming years will have to head outside. He plans to spend a lot of time at his home in the Beaver Creek area of Colorado, where he skis, fishes and off-roads. That also is the location of Lybarger’s woodworking shop, where he hopes to continue creating things. In the past, his projects have included interior doors and wooden ink pens.

So, Tulsa won’t forget Lybarger upon his retirement, and it won’t count him out. He is a man of many talents and passions. He is a man who took a small bank in the ’70s and guided it into a major operation. He is a man who made economic development — and Tulsa’s downtown development, in particular — his mission. He is a family man. And he is a man who categorically loves Tulsa. tþ

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Nancy Day The president and CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice will retire this month after 32 years championing diversity and tolerance.

by JAMIE RICHERT JONES

After 32 years with NCCJ/OCCJ, Nancy Day retires at the end of this month. Wanting a job in which she could make a difference, Day has led the state’s organization dedicated to promoting respect and understanding.

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It was the call that changed everything

for Nancy Day, then the executive director of Oklahoma’s chapter of the National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ), an organization dedicated to promoting respect and understanding among all races, religions and cultures.

In late 2004, an administrator from the NCCJ national headquarters in New York called to tell Day the organization was broke and closing its doors. Without warning, Day had a decision to make: forsake the mission for which she had devoted two decades of her life, or fight for it. She and the Tulsa NCCJ decided to fight.

In the process, Day and a team of dedicated board leaders raised $600,000 in three months and severed ties with the NCCJ. They formed the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice (OCCJ) in 2005, the only organization of its kind in the state and one of 25 that survived out of more than 60 nationally.

In January, after 32 years at the helm of OCCJ, Day will retire and pass the torch to the next generation of human relations crusaders to empower and educate our community. TulsaPeople took some time to reflect with Day on her unparalleled career.

How did you become involved with OCCJ, formerly NCCJ? I moved back to Tulsa in 1981 after living away for about 10 years, and I was looking for a job in which I could make a difference. Upon the encouragement of a friend, I applied for an open position at the Tulsa NCCJ (then named the National Conference of Christians and Jews), and my life was changed forever. I will always be grateful to the search committee who took a chance on me.

What program within OCCJ are you particularly proud of initiating? There are many, but I’m particularly proud of Anytown, Oklahoma, our weeklong leadership, diversity and citizenship camp for Oklahoma high school students. For most, if not all, of the Anytown delegates over the past 19 years, it is a life-changing experience.

Was there a program you hoped to launch that was never fully realized? I would love to have launched a program for college students.

We have programs for almost all other ages, and it’s my hope that in the not-too-distant future, OCCJ will be able to fill that gap.

How did the break with NCCJ strengthen OCCJ? Eight years ago, when we were fighting for our very existence as the national NCCJ organization imploded, Tulsans stepped up in a huge way to say, “We want and need NCCJ in our city.” Under the courageous leadership and vision of our board, and with unprecedented fi-

nancial support from the corporate community and our foundation allies, we fought back, and on May 1, 2005, we successfully separated from National and stepped into a bright new future as an independent 501(c)(3), known as the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice.

What challenges emerged as you transitioned into an independent organization?

We had the choice of closing our doors or trying to raise enough money to stay in existence as an independent local organization, so the biggest challenge was financial. A lead gift of $100,000 from the Williams Cos. jumpstarted a campaign that raised more than $600,000 in three months, enough to save the local organization and almost twice what we normally raised in a year.

“I’m convinced there’s no more important mission than helping people learn to live with their deepest differences.”

Having worked with a multitude of community leaders, whom do you admire locally for their extraordinary work in human relations and equality? I’ve had the great privilege to work with so many extraordinary community leaders. One longtime civic leader whom I especially admire is Robert J. LaFortune. Mayor LaFortune has maintained a significant community presence, always finding ways to work with Tulsans of all races, religions, backgrounds and politics, and treating everyone with respect.

Looking back on your long, successful career, what are you most proud of? I count my part in the survival of the Tulsa NCCJ as one of my greatest accomplishments. I’m also proud of the myriad programs sponsored by NCCJ/ OCCJ over the past 32 years, now reaching over 16,000 Oklahomans a year on an annual budget of less than half a million dollars.

Are there any cities that serve as a model for OCCJ’s vision for Tulsa? Tulsa is unique in so many ways that we haven’t really modeled our vision after other cities. However, we have taken advantage of the opportunity to learn program ideas from other cities, both when we were a chapter of NCCJ and now as an affiliate of the National Federation for Just Communities (NFJC), a loose federation of about 15 former NCCJ chapters.

Do you keep in touch with any former students who have been mentored through OCCJ’s programs? Absolutely. In fact, some of the young people who came through our programs are now adults and are on our program staff, bringing an energy and creativity that is refreshing. Another one of them, who attended our first Camp Anytown in 1994, is our board vice chair of programs, and is immediate past board chair of the NFJC. She and others are also members of our young professionals’ organization, New Leadership Roundtable. Next year, when we celebrate Anytown’s 20th anniversary, we hope to reconnect with many more former delegates.

Did the World Trade Center bombings change your curriculum? Fortunately, years before 2001, we were working to ensure that Tulsa Muslims were included in established civic forums to promote understanding of this minority faith and were included in all areas of our work. In the aftermath of 9/11, no major changes were made in our curriculum as we were able to draw on an already strong foundation.

Are there words of wisdom you would like to leave your successors? I would say that along with passion for our work needs to come patience. The work we do at OCCJ is not easy, there are no quick fixes, and it is often difficult to measure. As the NCCJ founders said over 85 years ago, “What is required is a long, educational pull, and this is the thing to which we have bent our strength.”

What will you do on your first day of retirement? My first day of retirement is scheduled to be New Year’s Day — a great day to start the next chapter in my life, which is yet to be written.

How will you remain involwved with OCCJ? That remains to be seen, but a big piece of my heart will always belong to OCCJ and to the work we do.

In today’s business world, a three-decadelong career at the same organization is fairly rare. Why did you remain at OCCJ for 32 years? I considered this an opportunity of a lifetime — an opportunity to go to work every day knowing that the work we do matters. I’m convinced there’s no more important mission than helping people learn to live together with their deepest differences.

Have you seen Tulsans as a whole become more tolerant or understanding of those of different races, religions or cultures in the past 32 years? I think that young people today are more accepting of differences than young people were 30, or even 20, years ago. I’m not sure I can say that about Tulsans as a whole, which makes our work all the more important. tþ TulsaPeople.com

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Holiday food guide Food Editor Judy Allen shares her top picks for holiday treats to buy locally, prepare for a party or place under the tree.

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As a lover of all things food and cooking, I am excited to share

my favorite gift-worthy edibles to make for friends and family, foodie gifts and ingredients you can buy locally, and impressive, but easy dishes that are ideal to bring to holiday gatherings or to serve at the family feast.

No need to hire an elf (or a cook); this list has everything you need to get through the holidays hassle free. Stay tuned to TulsaPeople.com, where I will be sharing more holiday goodies.

Antoinette Baking Co. holiday-themed French macarons

Edible Gifts

Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows Makes 2-4 dozen Cooking spray 4 envelopes (1/4 ounces each) unflavored gelatin 3/4 cup cold water, divided 2 cups granulated sugar, divided 2/3 cup light-colored corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large egg whites 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 teaspoons red food coloring 3 tablespoons powdered sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 1/2 cups good-quality dark or white chocolate Crushed peppermint candies, for sprinkling 1. Coat an 8- or 9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray; line bottom and two sides with parchment paper, allowing paper to extend 1 inch over sides of pan.

Lightly coat the parchment with cooking spray.

2. Sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water in a small heat-proof bowl; set aside 5 minutes to soften.

3. In a large saucepan, combine remaining 1/4 cup of water, 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar and corn syrup. Cook, without stirring, over medium-high heat until a candy thermometer registers 260 degrees (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat; gradually stir in softened gelatin (mixture will appear foamy).

4. While sugar mixture cooks, beat the salt and egg whites at high speed in a heavy-duty stand mixer with whisk attachment until foamy. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form. Gradually pour in gelatin mixture and extract, beating until very thick (about 5 minutes). Pour mixture into lined pan. Working quickly, drop dots of red food coloring across surface of marshmallow. Using a toothpick, swirl food coloring into marshmallow to create a marbled effect. Let marshmallow stand, uncovered, at room temperature until firm, at least 3 hours or overnight.

Cut into squares; toss in a mixture of powdered sugar and cornstarch to prevent sticking.

Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows

5. Place chocolate in a metal or glass bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until melted. Dip bottom halves of marshmallows in chocolate, invert and set on a parchment-lined tray and sprinkle with crushed candies. Set aside or transfer to paper candy cups to cool. Store in an airtight container, in candy cups or between sheets of wax or parchment paper for up to 2 weeks.

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Chocolate Almond Sea Salt Bark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt Bark Makes about 1 1/2 pounds This addicting treat is the ultimate combination of salty and sweet. I like to use roasted Marcona almonds (not the ones sold in olive oil), but regular whole almonds also will work nicely, as will hazelnuts, pistachios or virtually any other roasted nut.

1/2 cup sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups roasted Marcona almonds 1 pound dark chocolate, finely chopped Flaked sea salt, for sprinkling 1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 2 tablespoons water, stirring over medium heat until dissolved. Bring to a boil and cook, swirling occasionally, until caramel is dark amber, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter.

Add almonds and stir until well coated. Transfer mixture to baking sheet, spreading in a thin layer to separate nuts.

Cool completely and break any large chunks.

2. Place chocolate in a metal or glass bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water.

Remove bowl from the heat; add caramel-coated almonds, reserving a few to sprinkle over the top. Spread mixture on the baking sheet in a thin layer, and sprinkle with the reserved almonds and sea salt. Chill until set, at least 2 hours.

3. Break bark into pieces and store, chilled, in an airtight container, layered between parchment or waxed paper.

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Coconut Curry Bean Soup Mix Mix makes 8 servings of soup For the soup mix:

Coconut Curry Bean Soup Mix

3/4 cup dried cranberry beans 3/4 cup dried chickpeas or white beans, picked through for stones 3/4 cup dried red lentils, picked through for stones 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons dried basil 1 1/2 tablespoons mild curry powder 1 tablespoon garam masala seasoning 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder For the soup:

3 quarts low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth 15 ounces coconut milk Kosher salt to taste Fresh cauliflower florets and chopped green beans (optional) Cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish (optional) To make dry soup mix: In a 1-quart jar, decoratively layer ingredients; seal.

To make soup: 1. In a large pot, combine dry soup mix and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are just tender, about 2 hours. (The lentils will soften and break apart to thicken the soup.)

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2. Uncover, stir in coconut milk and simmer vigorously over medium heat until chickpeas are tender and soup is thickened, about 30 minutes more. If adding vegetables, add about 5 minutes before finishing. Season with salt, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, and serve.

It might seem odd to hand out butter as a gift, but I would be over the moon if someone shared these with me. A slice can perk up a steak, roasted veggies or a thick slice of hearty toast.

Each of the following recipes make one log (recipes are easily doubled or tripled). For each, use softened, unsalted butter; combine ingredients in a bowl; and stir with a rubber spatula until well combined. Transfer the butter to a sheet of wax or parchment paper and form into a log. Twist the ends and tie them to seal. Refrigerate or freeze until ready to use or gift.

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Christmas Fruitcake Makes 1 fruitcake Fruitcake is always best made a bit in advance.

Soaking it with brandy and letting it sit for a few days to “mature” intensifies the flavor.

CRANBERRY-ORANGE BUTTER

For fruitcake:

8 ounces whole almonds, blanched or with skins 1 cup macadamia nuts 8 ounces pitted dates, halved 8 ounces glacé cherries 1/2 cup raisins 1/4 cup dried mixed citrus peel Zest of 1 lemon, finely grated 2/3 cup cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons brandy For topping (optional):

1/3 cup apricot jam 8 ounces mixed glacé fruits (such as apricots, cherries and pears) 1. Heat oven to 300 degrees. Line the base and sides of an 8-inch springform cake pan with parchment paper.

1/3 cup fresh cranberries, finely chopped 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon orange zest, grated Pinch kosher salt GARLIC-HERB BUTTER 2. In a bowl, mix nuts, dried fruits, peel and lemon zest. Sift in flour, baking powder and salt, then stir in sugar. In a separate bowl, lightly whisk eggs with vanilla, then stir into the cake mixture until well combined. Pour into pan. Bake until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours.

2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced 2 tablespoons chives, minced 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

3. Cool cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a rack over a plate and remove baking paper. Pierce all over with a skewer. Drizzle with brandy, then wrap tightly in foil and leave in a cool, dry place for 2-3 days to “mature.”

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper Pinch kosher salt

4. For the topping, warm jam in a pan over low heat or in the microwave until runny. Arrange the glacé fruits over the top of the cake in a decorative pattern, then brush with warm jam to set in place.

BLUE CHEESE BUTTER

CINNAMON-SUGAR BUTTER

1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, seeds scraped and added to butter 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons sugar

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Ginge�bread Trifle

Broccoli “Tree” with Ranch Dip This is not so much a recipe as a serving idea.

Arrange broccoli florets on a large platter in the shape of a Christmas tree. Trim the tree with an assortment of ornaments — sweet yellow peppers cut into star shapes, radishes or cherry tomatoes, and a snowy field of cauliflower. Serve with your favorite dip.

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Ree’s Ranch Dressing Makes about 3 cups I fell in love with “The Pioneer Woman” Ree Drummond’s version of this classic dressing the first time I made it, and it is the recipe I go back to time and again. Make it as thick or thin as you like, adjusting the amount of buttermilk as you see fit.

It is simple to transform into blue cheese dressing, as well, by stirring in a few handfuls of your favorite blue cheese crumbles.

1 clove garlic 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup real mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup Italian flat-leaf parsley leaves, minced 2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced 1 tablespoon fresh chives, minced 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Dash hot sauce 1/4-1/2 cup buttermilk (as needed for desired consistency) 1. Mince the garlic with a knife, then sprinkle with salt and mash it into a paste with a fork.

2. In a bowl, combine the garlic paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, chives, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, vinegar, paprika, cayenne and hot sauce. Add the buttermilk to desired consistency and mix to combine, tasting frequently and adjusting seasonings as needed.

Chill for a couple of hours before serving, thinning with more buttermilk if needed.

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Creamy Brie Soup

Serves 6-8 There is nothing better than an ooey-gooey wheel of melted Brie ... except maybe a soup containing the whole wheel of cheese. I like it served simply, with a sprinkling of fresh herbs and toasted baguette, but feel free to gild the lily — top it with sautéed mushrooms, wilted greens or whatever you like.

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, minced 1 large shallot, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, plus more for serving 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, plus more for serving 3 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups dry white wine or Sherry 2 cups chicken stock

2 cups heavy cream 12-ounce round of Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 1-inch pieces Salt and ground white pepper Fresh basil and/or fresh thyme (optional) Sliced baguette-style French bread, toasted 1. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic, shallot and herbs, and cook until they start to soften, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with flour, tossing to coat. Add wine and cook, scraping the bottom of the pan, until the liquid has reduced by half. Stir in chicken stock and heavy cream.

Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

2. Remove pan from the heat and stir in cheese until melted. Transfer soup, in batches, to a blender and puree until smooth. Season soup to taste with salt and white pepper. Serve in bowls topped with additional chopped herbs and toasted baguette.

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Celery Root Salad Serves 6-8 Celery root is the big round, knobby brown root you have probably seen in the market but never dared throw in your shopping cart. It tastes like a cross between celery and parsley and makes a great holiday slaw.

1/2 cup walnut halves 1/4 cup cider vinegar 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons shallots, minced Sea salt and freshly ground pepper 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup crumbled blue cheese 2 celery roots (around 3/4 pound each), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice 3 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch dice 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Toast the walnuts until golden, 8-10 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.

2. In a large bowl, whisk the vinegar with the mayonnaise, mustard, shallot and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil and 1/4 cup of the blue cheese. Just before serving, add the celery root and apples to the dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss well. Add the parsley, chopped nuts and the remaining 3/4 cup of blue cheese and serve.

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Cheesy Noodle Kugel Serves 8-10 Kugel can be sweet (loaded with sugar, raisins and cinnamon) or savory (with spices, onions and cheese). I like this version, which finds itself somewhere in the middle.

1 1/2 sticks melted unsalted butter, plus more for dish 1 pound wide egg noodles 8 eggs 1 pound full-fat cottage cheese, creamed or large curd 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Generous pinch ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 large yellow onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup sugar, divided 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 13-by-9-inch baking dish; set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add noodles; cook until al dente according to package instructions, about 6 minutes. Drain noodles; return to pot. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until well blended.

Whisk in cottage cheese, cream cheese, cheddar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper and 6 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir into noodles and set aside.

3. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter. Add onion and garlic, and cook until they start to soften, about 3 minutes. Add apples; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar and continue to cook until lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes more. Stir into egg and noodle mixture, and pour into prepared dish. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons butter over noodles; sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Bake until set and top is golden brown, 3540 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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Gingerbread Trifle Serves 10-12 You can make your own gingerbread or pound cake, but in all honesty, store-bought versions are just as delicious.

2 bags (12 ounces each) cranberries, fresh or frozen 2 1/4 cups sugar 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated and peeled 2 cups water 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar 1 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated 1/2 teaspoon pure orange extract 2 cups heavy cream 2 homemade or store-bought gingerbread or pound cakes (about 12 ounces each), cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices Candied orange zest (optional), for garnish 1. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, 2 cups sugar, ginger and 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer over medium; cook until cranberries begin to burst, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

2. In the bowl of an electric mixer (or in a large bowl with a hand mixer), whisk cream cheese, brown sugar, orange zest, remaining 1/4 cup sugar and extract on high until well combined. With mixer on medium, gradually add heavy cream; continue beating until soft, billowy peaks form.

3. Arrange one-third of the cake slices in a 3-quart glass serving dish. Spoon one-third of the cranberry mixture over the cake, spreading to the sides of the dish. Dollop one-third of the cream filling over cranberries, spreading to the edges.

Repeat twice, ending with cream filling. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours (or up to 1 day). Garnish with candied orange zest, if desired.

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During the holidays, the aroma coming from the oven permeates the house, the fancy serving pieces are dusted off, and I get to whip up treats I may not consider an option other times. Some of my favorites, which may seem like indulgences, are actually quite simple and will stun your guests.

Yuletid� Cheese Log with crackers Yuletide Cheese Log Serves 6-8 This is not your mother’s cheese ball. Exotic spices and a hint of glimmer, thanks to edible gold leaf, transform the common log of goat cheese into a jewel-crusted centerpiece.

1 tablespoon pink peppercorns 2 teaspoons flaked salt 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, finely chopped 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh herbs, finely chopped (such as parsley, chives and basil) 1-2 logs fresh goat cheese A few pinches of edible gold flakes or glitter* Olive oil, for drizzling

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In a spice grinder or small food processor, pulse peppercorns, salt and chili flakes. Transfer to a plate and mix in nuts, red pepper and herbs. Roll cheese in mixture until coated. Sprinkle with gold flakes or glitter and chill until ready to serve. Drizzle with olive oil before serving. *I found edible glitter at All Things Cake, which carries a wide variety of decorating items.

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Mini Baked Mac and Cheese Bites

Makes 4 dozen Throw these together before company arrives, then pop them in the oven for dinner. The mini bites are cute, but I have also made regular muffin-sized servings for a hearty side dish. The recipe can be

prepared through Step 4 and refrigerated overnight.

1/2 pound elbow macaroni 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for brushing 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 cup milk 4 ounces (1 packed cup) cheddar cheese, shredded 4 ounces deli-sliced American cheese, chopped 1 large egg yolk 1/4 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika Pinch of cayenne pepper Pinch of ground nutmeg Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large saucepan, cook macaroni in boiling, salted water until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain, shaking off the excess water.

2. Meanwhile, brush two 24-cup (or four 12-cup) mini muffin tins with butter. Sprinkle with half of the Parmigiano; tap out the excess.

3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Whisk in flour over moderate heat for 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk and cook, whisking, until boiling, about 5 minutes. Add the cheddar and American cheeses and whisk until melted. Off the heat, whisk in the egg yolk, paprika, cayenne and nutmeg. Fold in the macaroni and season to taste with salt and pepper.

4. Spoon slightly rounded tablespoons of the macaroni into the prepared muffin cups, packing them gently. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmigiano on top.

5. Bake the mini macs in the upper and middle thirds of the oven until golden and sizzling, about 10 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. Using a small spoon, carefully loosen the mini macs, transfer to a platter and serve.

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Chicken Liver PÂté with Pistachios and Pomegranate Gelée Serves 6-8 This silky smooth mousse is easy to make and inexpensive to boot. The pistachios and pomegranate gelée give an otherwise peasant dish holiday appeal.

2 sticks unsalted butter 3 large shallots, finely chopped

1 pound chicken livers, trimmed Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup dry Marsala, Cognac or Sweet Vermouth 1/2 cup chopped salted roasted pistachios, plus more for garnishing, if desired 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin 3/4 cup cold pomegranate juice 1. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan or a 6-inch square cake pan with plastic wrap, overhanging the edges; set aside. In a large skillet, heat 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chicken livers and a good seasoning of salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until firm, about 5 minutes.

Add Marsala and simmer gently until the liquid has thickened a bit, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

2. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and puree. With the machine running, add 10 tablespoons of butter (1 tablespoon at a time) and blend until the mixture is completely smooth.

Scrape the mixture into a bowl and fold in the chopped pistachios and parsley. Add more salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Transfer mixture to prepared pan or into small ramekins. Refrigerate until cooled, about 30 minutes.

3. In a bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice; let stand until softened, about 5 minutes. In a larger bowl, prepare an ice water bath. Heat remaining pomegranate juice until hot; add to gelatin mixture, stirring until dissolved. Set

bowl in ice water bath and stir occasionally until cooled to room temperature. Slowly pour the mixture over pâté. Refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours or up to overnight. To serve, lift up on plastic wrap and transfer to a serving plate.

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Sugarplum Popcorn Balls

Makes 18-24 Give holiday cheer that will have recipients enjoying their own visions of sugarplums. These quick treats will keep up to a week in an airtight container.

1/4 cup light corn syrup 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup plum jam 1/2 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped 1 cup mini marshmallows 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup white chocolate chips 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Pinch of salt 12 cups popped popcorn Coarse sanding sugar, for coating In a large pot, bring corn syrup, butter, powdered sugar, plum jam, ginger, mini marshmallows and 1 tablespoon water to a boil over medium heat, stirring until dissolved. Stir in cranberries, white chocolate, almond extract and salt. Remove from heat; using a rubber spatula, stir in popcorn until coated. Butter your hands, then shape into balls and roll in coarse sugar.

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tips for the ultimate cheese tray

Foodie gifts Over the past few years the number of cookware items, literature, gadgets and ingredients for food lovers has grown by leaps and bounds.

Fortunately, we have many local outlets from which to gather these goods.

The Cook’s Nook opened just a few weeks ago, and the Tulsa-owned store is stocked to the ceiling with high-quality cookware and barware, small appliances and everything else a home cook needs. Visit the 65-foot-long wall of gadgets and tools to stuff the stockings of your favorite cook. Owner Debbie Kouri has plans to add an olive oil bar and cooking classes after the holidays. 9146 S. Yale Ave., 918-720-5411, www.thecooksnooktulsa.com For friends and family members who may be culinary challenged, or who just want to dive into more focused cooking, a gift certificate from Urban Kitchen will get them started. Chef Candace Conley teaches everything from basic knife skills to stuffing and steaming the perfect Chinese dumpling. The two-hour hands-on classes are $60 and include food, recipes, wine pairings and a keepsake Urban Kitchen logo apron. 1635 E. 15th St., 918-381-8947,

An assortment of fine cheeses and accompaniments from LaDonna’s Fancy Foods

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A small amount of cheese can go a long way during the holidays.

Assuming you buy three to five different cheeses, a half-ounce of each cheese per person should do the trick.

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Find a reliable cheesemonger.

Try to buy cheese cut to order, rather than selecting from pre-cut wedges that have been sitting in the refrigerated case for weeks. Ask for a taste before you consider buying. After all, good cheese isn’t cheap, ranging in price from $10-$30 a pound.

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Consider a theme. Country, milk type, texture, producer, cheese type, rind, matching a wine you are serving — all are potential themes for a plate.

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When serving cheese as a tasting course, arrange the selections in a clockwise fashion, from mildest to strongest. I like to set the mildest cheese at 12 o’clock. Typically, cheeses would be arranged in the following order: fresh, bloomy rind, semi soft, firm, washed rind and blue. If you are

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www.urbankitchentulsa.com buying several selections, ask your cheesemonger to give you his or her preferred tasting order.

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Serve cheese with a sampling of accompaniments. Think simple: toasted nuts, dried fruits, honey, or slices of pear or apple bring out the flavor of artisan cheese. If you are feeling a bit more extravagant, classic pairings such as Italian mostarda (an Italian condiment made of candied fruit and a mustard-flavored syrup), quince paste (often called membrillo), or dried fig and almond cake are great cheese mates. Crackers or bread loaded with nuts and fruits, like a pecan-raisin loaf or cranberry-walnut bread, thinly sliced and lightly toasted, are also great.

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The most important rule, according to LaDonna Cullinan of LaDonna’s Fancy Foods, is “Bring the cheeses to room temperature before serving them.

You will definitely get the most out of their flavor.” And don’t worry about leaving them out for a couple of hours.

Remember, cheese ages in caves!

Liven up your favorite foodie’s kitchen with an assortment of zesty spices or exotic salts at Spiceology in The Farm Shopping Center. The aromatic shop offers every flavor home cooks need to create their favorite recipes, plus a wonderful assortment of salts from all over the world, perfect for topping off any dish. Spiceology sells everything a la carte or bundled in a nice gift basket assortment. 6524 E. 51st St., 918-895-7838,

www.spiceology.net

Mary Beth Babcock has culled the most eclectic mix of gifts, art, clothes and housewares at her downtown shop, Dwelling Spaces.

I love the “Okie Grown” collection, which includes a cutting board, coasters and coffee mug. Add a bag of the Joebot’s Coffee Bar Roboblend coffee, roasted by Tulsa’s Topeca Coffee, for a complete coffee lover’s gift. 119 S. Detroit Ave., 918-582-1033,

www.dwellingspaces.net

I have always loved Anthropologie stores for their eclectic fashion offerings, but the kitchen goodies keep me coming back.

The trendy boutique features girlie aprons, dishtowels, serving pieces, ceramic measuring cups and gorgeous cookbooks.

1860 Utica Square, 918-747-7252, www.anthropologie.com

Best cuts for holiday meals

The locally owned Cimarron Meat Co. features Oklahomaraised, all-natural, hormoneand antibiotic-free meat and artisan cheeses. Co-owners Jeff and Kimberly Workman will cut steaks to order.

8173 S. Harvard Ave., 918-935-3210, www.cimarronmeat.com

Harvard Meats cuts and sells only natural and organically raised meats. The retail case is stocked with beautiful cuts of Omaha Beef and Beeler’s Heluka Pork from Iowa, as well as locally raised poultry and bison, and the butchers are happy to fashion specialty cuts to order.

3245 E. 15th St., 918-949-4200, www.harvardmeats.com

During the holidays it is traditional to grace the table with a beast of some nature — turkey, goose, crown rib roast. Luckily, there are several shops in town to help.

Petty’s Fine Foods cuts and trims orders to customers’ specifications. Petty’s offers USDA Choice or Prime aged beef, as well as pork, veal, lamb, free-range chicken and exotics such as venison, pheasant and rabbit. Kosher cuts are available, as well.

Call ahead for a gorgeous standing rib roast or crown roast of pork.

At Perry’s Food Store choose cuts of beef, pork and chicken from the case or watch the butchers cut your meat to order. The freezer case is packed, as well (rabbit or tongue anyone?).

Recently, Perry’s expanded and took over the East 81st Street and South Sheridan Road storefront previously occupied by Bruner’s Old Time Meat Market.

1964 Utica Square, 918-747-8616, www.pettysfinefoods.com

Holiday entertaining to go LaDonna’s Fancy Foods may be known for cheese, but the store also stocks myriad ingredients and prepared foods essential to great holiday feasts and entertaining.

The cooler is stocked with freshly made dips and cheese spreads, and I love sticking a bag of dried Rancho Gordo heirloom beans in my father’s stocking. I am sure to be rewarded with a delicious bowl of soup. Looking for a hostess gift or party snack? LaDonna’s employees speak cheese and are happy to set you up with an assortment of unique artisan cheeses to go.

1615 E. 15th St., 918-582-1523, www.ladonnasonline.com

Antoinette Baking Co., the brainchild of bakers Molly Martin and Andrea Mohn, recently celebrated its first anniversary. The Brookside bakery has made quite a mark in the baking world over the past year, from its hugely popular Pie Nights (Friday and Saturday), to its ongoing collaboration with Lone Wolf Banh Mi food truck.

Take a gander at the holiday menu, for the pies, challah bread and holiday-themed French macarons are not to be passed up.

3305 S. Peoria Ave., 918-764-8404, www.antoinettebakingco.com

3376 E. 51st St., 918-749-1407, www.bodean.net

1005 S. Lewis Ave., 918-583-2000 8013 S. Sheridan Road, 918-622-7648

It is hard enough to get food on the table during a big holiday party, so why stress? Let these local establishments do some of the work for you.

One could visit Merritt’s Bakery every day and never sample the same thing twice. Larry and Bobbie Merritt purchased the The Cake Shop, a 450-square-foot bakery on East 15th Street, in 1979 and turned it into a multi-location, citywide business. During the holidays the cases are packed with decorated cookies, gingerbread cookies, fruitcake, cupcakes, brownies and more. I love the “snowflake cake,” which to me is the equivalent of a giant Ding-Dong covered in chocolate ganache.

Three locations; www.merrittsbakery.com

Bodean Seafood Market offers the freshest fish and shellfish in town, with an amazing seasonal selection.

December is an ideal month for fresh cold-water oysters.

Grab a loaf of bread while you’re there. The market bakes the loaves fresh daily.

Stonehorse Market is just around the corner from Stonehorse Café, Tim Inman’s popular restaurant known for upscale, madefrom-scratch cuisine. The market features a well-rounded selection of cheese and charcuterie, an extensive salad bar and dozens of prepared dishes stacked in the freezer case — soups, appetizers, entrees and desserts, including cookie dough. The meat case offers premium cuts of beef and veal, as well as other house-made dishes such as sausages, rotisserie chicken and smoked salmon.

“We’ll make the mess and save you the stress” is the motto of Dinner’s at 6, the business Mike and Bridgette Skow started to give busy families more quality time together. Visit the website, choose your dishes, select a pick-up date, and the food will be ready, frozen and waiting ... the perfect solution for busy holiday shopping days, or after hosting a big party, when you just can’t bear to jump back into the kitchen.

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A unique holiday shopping experience awaits you.

You’ll enjoy and appreciate the ease of curbsite parking as you shop over 40 great stores and restaurants.

Come spend the day enjoying these stores at The Farm...

Abelina’s Boutique: Bridal & Dress Couture

Lovetts Gallery & Frameworks

Advantage Audiology & Hearing Aids

Margaret’s German Restaurant & Deli

B. Sew Inn

Massoud’s Fine Jewelry

Backwoods

Mazzio’s Pizza

Bank of America

Pelle’ Studio & Spa

Billy Sims BBQ

Pier 1 Imports

Carriage House Design

Pinpoint Resource

Cookies By Design

Ron’s Hamburgers & Chili

Creative Cuts Salon

Spiceology

Dog Dish

Sports Fanatics

Espigares Watches & Clocks

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Fromex 1-Hour Photo Furr’s Buffet Great Harvest Bread Co. Hancock Fabrics Herbs & More I.O. Metro J’s Hallmark Shop

Supercuts Sweet Stop Ted’s Pipe Shoppe Theraganics Natural Soaps Thu’s Tailor Shop The UPS Store Villa Ravenna Italian Restaurant

Java Dave’s

Corner of 51st & Sheridan www.farmshoppingcenter.com

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We hope you enjoy our Annual Holiday Gift Guide filled with gift-giving ideas to spoil your friends and family. Holiday Hints is also a great resource to provide your family with a few gift hints for yourself, too!

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Holiday Hints From Tulsa Nonprofits…

• Books/DVDs (visit giveALZ.org for complete list) • Bookshelves/organizational furniture • Wi-fi booster • Laptop with external speakers • TV w/ HDMI capability (to connect to laptop)

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Wigs and turbans Gas cards Airline miles Monetary donations To donate contact Carly McKeon at 918-477-5428, Carly.McKeon@cancer.org or visit www.cancer.org

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To donate contact Amanda Murphy at 918-592-2267, amurphy@tulsacampfire.org or visit www.tulsacampfire.org

To donate contact Lindsay Jordan at 918-392-5007, ljordan@alz.org or visit www.givealz.org

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Non-perishable food items Shampoo, bar soap, lotion Blankets, sheets Diapers (sized 4 and 5) Monetary donations, gift cards

To donate contact Becky Wisdom at 918-949-HOPE (4673), bwisdom@cctulsa.org or visit www.cctulsa.org

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Toys Winter coats and gloves for women and kids Twin sheets and pillows Towels and wash cloths Financial contributions for emergency shelter, legal and children’s programs

• New art studio supplies • Computer accessories (speakers, headphones) • Yoga Thera-Bands • Sam’s Club or Home Depot gift cards • Monetary donations

To donate contact Katherine Silvey at 918-508-2709, ksilvey@dvis.org, or visit www.dvis.org

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Dog and cat collars Large bath towels Rawhide treats Fleece blankets Sponsor A Spay - $45 To donate contact Gina Gardner at 918-495-3647, fido@tulsapets.com or visit www.tulsapets.com

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Diapers Formula Coats (size NB- size 7) Toddler new and/or gently used clothing, Monetary donations

Exam gloves (non-latex, all sizes) Clorox wipes Individually wrapped snack items Paper towels Copy paper (8 ½ x 11) To donate contact Stacy Haggard at 918-893-6150, shaggard@clarehouse.org or visit www.clarehouse.org

To donate contact Susan Pierce at 918-794-4506, spierce@tulsacenter.org or visit www.tulsacenter.org

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Purchase Camp Fire candy as stocking stuffers Healthy snack items Craft supplies Flashlights Monetary donations

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$10 = 40 meals Peanut butter Canned soup, stew and chili Canned fruits or vegetables Volunteers

To donate contact Mary Ellen Opstein at 918-592-BABY (2229), maryellen@eistulsa.org or visit www.EIStulsa.org

To donate contact Tara Harris at 918-936-4511, tharris@cfbeo.org or visit www.okfoodbank.org

Kid-friendly, healthy snacks for Kids’ Packs Socks Paper and plastic bags Monetary donations Keep the hungry and homeless in your thoughts and prayers

• New or used winter coats, hats and gloves • Art supplies (crayons, markers, paint, paper, etc.)

• School supplies and backpacks • New or used children’s books • Monetary donations to scholarship fund

To donate contact Meghann Ray at 918-359-9038, mray@irongatetulsa.org or visit www.irongatetulsa.org

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To donate contact Alex Paschal at 918-663-6100, apaschal@jltulsa.org or visit www.jltulsa.org

Needed Items You Can Give In The Spirit Of The Giving Season

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Ensure or Boost nutritional supplements Latex gloves and wipes Adult pull-ups Blue waterproof pads Monetary donations

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New standard size pillows Paper plates Laundry soap Trash bags (10, 13, 39 gal) Monetary donations

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To donate contact Mary Gregory at 918-496-2727 ext. 246, mgregory@rmhtulsa.org or visit www.rmhtulsa.org

• Household items – plates, cookware, cleaning supplies, towels, etc.

• Blankets • Winter coats • Underwear – all sizes, male and female • Monetary donations To donate contact Sharon Catalano at 918-556-6425, scatalano@tulsadaycenter.org or visit www.tulsadaycenter.org

Financial donations for vision screenings Reams of office paper Pens/highlighters Car donations Donations to Prevent Blindness Thrift Store

Gas cards Yarn Furniture (chairs, coffee table, office desk) 100 large gift bags Monetary donations

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Sleeping bags / tents Bus passes Backpacks Coats - adult sizes Monetary donations To donate contact Liz Neas at 918-382-4402, lneas@yst.org or visit www.yst.org

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1” paintbrushes Clean rags 6” roller covers or 9” roller covers Flat bed sheets Volunteers or monetary donations To donate contact Kelly Hall at 918-742-6241, kelly@rebuildingtogethertulsa.org or visit www.rebuildingtogethertulsa.org

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To donate contact Cindy Davison at 918-280-8656, cindy@rsvptulsa.org or visit www.rsvptulsa.org

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Winter coats Blankets Gloves, hats, scarves, socks Athletic shoes or work boots Monetary donations To donate contact Elizabeth Edwards at 918-585-1213, eedwards@mhat.org or visit www.mhat.org

To donate contact Brandon Miller at 918-496-3484 x101, Brandon-pbo@coxinet.net or visit www.preventblindnessok.org

To donate contact Jennifer Davis at 806-441-6186, jennifer@newhopeoklahoma.org or visit newhopeoklahoma.org

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To donate contact Hannah Ekblad at 918-664-6746, hekblad@littlelighthouse.org or visit www.littlelighthouse.org

To donate contact Carrie Bowen at 918-664-9000, cbowen@lifeseniorservices.org or visit www.lifeseniorservices.org

• Twin sheets and blankets • Juice boxes and individually wrapped snacks • Individual hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothpaste, deodorant) • Gas cards • Monetary donations

Toilet paper and paper towels Copy paper Non latex gloves iPads (new or used) and smartboards Monetary donations or gift cards

New clothing (newborn-12 years) Sports equipment School supplies Household Items Monetary donations To donate contact Carrie Salce at 918-587-7801, Carrie_Salce@uss.salvationarmy.org or visit salarmytulsa.org

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New running shoes for girls grades 3-8 Bowling outings English or English/Spanish dictionaries White and/or colored copy paper Volunteer running coaches for Girls on the Run To donate contact Saira Ali at 918-858-9393, Sali@ywcatulsa.org or visit ywcatulsa.org

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Our Bakery Case is Brimming with Holiday Treats! Fresh-baked scones every Saturday in December before Christmas; Cranberry and Carob Chip

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You are INVITED to bring your dogs or cats to get their photos with Santa on Sunday, December 8th & 15th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Enjoy drinks and snacks for people and pets.

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Deck your arms with one of these shimmering wrap bracelets in an array of holiday colors to spice up your wardrobe.

For more seasonable looks, from dressy to casual, turn the page.

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Theia beaded dress, $695; Claudia Labao earrings, $80; Michael Kors ring, $95; all from Miss Jackson’s.

House of Harlow 1960 sequin pants, $154, and sweater, $148, both from Native; earrings, $25, Glass Slipper; and Rustic Cuff buckle bangles, $64 each, www.rusticcuff.com.

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Les Copains shirt, $545, pants, $645, and sweater, $545; Jimmy Choo glitter wallet, $650; David Yurman ring, $2,300, bracelet, $3,500, and earrings, $1,450; all from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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Ivy & Blu lace sheath dress, $174; earrings, $78; both from Sideways; Via Spiga “Honour” gold heels, $220, Glass Slipper; and Rustic Cuff cast brass vine cuff, $92, www.rusticcuff.com.

Dolce Cabo sweater, $98; Nally and Millie black tank, $23; Karen Kane faux leather leggings, $108; all from Donna’s; ring, $64, and earrings, $30, both from Glass Slipper; Lindberg tortoise eyeglasses, $559, Visions; Rustic Cuff stingray cuff, $78, www.rusticcuff.com.

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CASCIA CHRISTMAS WALK

‘Tis the season Four Tulsa homes set the stage for the holidays at the annual Cascia Christmas Walk tour.

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Thanks to Pinterest, you have

likely been planning your holiday décor for several months now. Sure, a virtual pinboard is helpful, but nothing beats seeing the latest and greatest holiday designs in person.

Now is your chance to do just that. This year’s Cascia Christmas Walk on Dec. 8 will feature four beautiful midtown homes, each uniquely decorated by a Tulsa florist.

The fun does not stop there. The annual Cascia Boutique will feature more than 60 vendors with special gift offerings. All that shopping and touring is bound to make one hungry, so the Cascia Bistro will once again serve tasty treats and festive lunches, including menu selections by Andolini’s Catering as well as Topéca Coffee Bar. Students also will be on hand for holiday musical performances at the school and the featured homes.

Cascia Christmas Walk 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 8

The Cascia Christmas Walk is a celebration of the Christmas season and the Augustinian education offered by Cascia Hall Preparatory School. Proceeds from this year’s tour will benefit the students and school community.

Admission is free to Cascia Hall campus events. Home tour tickets are $15 in advance, available at www.casciahall.org or in the upper or middle school offices at 2520 S. Yorktown Ave. The Glass Slipper, Ribbons, The Inviting Place and Tapestry of Faith also will sell tickets in advance of the tour. Tickets are $20 the day of the event and are available at Cascia Hall or the tour homes.

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Scianna Performing Arts Center.

The 2013 Cascia Christmas Walk is co-presented by the Rhoades Foundation/ Frank and Nikki Rhoades; and Horizon Energy Services/Tim and Robin Cargile. Corporate sponsors include Cavanal Hill Funds; Luxe Home Interiors; Carter Numismatics; the Colgan Family; Coney I-Lander; Honda of Bartlesville; Southern Hills Veterinary Hospital; Northeast Oklahoma Heart Center; C-4 Inc.; Tulsa Cancer Institute; Southern Sheet Metal Works Inc.; Blake Loveless; Bollinger Construction; Timothy J. Hayes Jr., McGraw Realtors; Travertine Inc.; Gates, Winden & Associates PC; Kleinco Construction LLC; Don Quint Financial; F&M Bank; Kingsley Insurance; Cowen Residential; Native A Chic Boutique; and Wood, Puhl & Wood PLLC.

2625 E. 28th St. Designs by Ken Youngblood of The Garden Trug

From the outside, this home is an elegant, traditional midtown home steps from the Tulsa Tennis Club. But on the inside it has been transformed into a winter wonderland worthy to host Santa himself.

The Garden Trug’s Ken Youngblood incorporated youthful design touches into this eclectic home. Nutcrackers and gingerbread houses are scattered throughout the residence, while striking woven, blownglass Christmas trees take center stage in the kitchen and even in the pool. Whimsical gnomes and fairies hide about various elements such as succulents and magnolia blossoms.

The tour will include the home’s living room, master sitting area, kitchen, family room, dining room, outdoor living area and basement, which will feature any child’s dream toy: a train set.

SPONSORS: Lea Sutton Interiors; John Fulton Painting; Kim Hudson, A Woman’s Touch Pool Service; and Horizon Lawn and Landscape

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2430 E. 30th St. Designs by Gaylyn Wattman of Mary Murray’s Flowers

The owner of this California-contemporary home is not one for traditional Christmas décor. So, Gaylyn Wattman of Mary Murray’s Flowers approached the design from a different angle. The solution for her longtime client’s home was found in the della Robbia style that features fruit as a prominent accent. The marriage of the Italian style with the homeowner’s more contemporary taste results in a stunning holiday design with fresh ranunculus, skeletal gold ginkgo leaves and sparkling sugar cones.

A selection of the homeowner’s tableware and china will be on display as visitors tour the kitchen, breakfast room and dining room. The home’s living room, den, outdoor patio, entry and stairway also will be part of the tour.

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4425 S. Birmingham Ave. Designs by Elizabeth Wallis of Petal Pushers

Once a traditional ’40s ranch house, this home was renovated six years ago into a comfortable, yet contemporary dwelling space. The new home boasts a state-of-the-art kitchen, Brazilian cherry wood floors and a large family room addition with expansive windows overlooking lush landscaping and a serene infinity pool, all set on more than 1 acre of land.

At the homeowner’s request, interior designer Lori Sparkman, owner of Fifteenth and Home, brought the outdoors in through her use

of inviting earth tones and rich textures, which create layers of interest. Elizabeth Wallis of Petal Pushers followed suit with the home’s holiday décor, which features spun silver globes, pops of red amaryllis, dried pomegranates and fresh greenery.

Visitors will be treated to a tour of the home’s entire first floor as well as the outdoor living and pool area.

SPONSORS: Tiles & Stones; Fifteenth and Home

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1801 Forest Blvd.

Designs by Toni Garner of Toni’s Flowers & Gifts

Visitors will delight in the chance to sneak a peek at this recently constructed 7,500-square-foot home.

Taking a cue from the homeowner’s preference for traditional holiday décor, Toni Garner of Toni’s Flowers & Gifts decked the halls of this home with classic greenery, fresh flowers, wreaths and garlands galore.

Red and green are the dominant colors, accented with plenty of glittery ribbon and metallic details.

Piano music, performed by a Cascia student in the home’s entry, will welcome guests. The tour will then lead visitors through the home’s dining room, living room, kitchen, den — featuring the homeowner’s own Christmas tree — and laundry room. A custom wine room, which holds more than 300 bottles, also is visible from the tour route.

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The buzz on Tulsa’s tastiest products, restaurants and events

by JUDY ALLEN

‘Bon Appetit, Y’all’

Chill 45 minutes, slice 1/4-inch thick and bake at 400 degrees until golden, about 15 minutes.

Virginia Willis may be my former colleague at Martha Stewart Living up north, but this Southern belle has made quite a name for herself in her home state of Georgia.

The author of two acclaimed cookbooks, “Bon Appetit, Y’all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern Cooking” and “Basic to Brilliant, Y’all: 150 Refined Southern Recipes and Ways to Dress Them Up for Company,” Willis writes a popular food blog and was named by the Chicago Tribune as one of “Seven Food Writers You Need to Know.” She graduated from L’Academie de Cuisine and Ecole de Cuisine LaVarenne, has worked with Nathalie Dupree and Martha Stewart on their cooking shows and has cooked with Julia Child.

Willis is bringing her Southern cooking (and charm) to Tulsa on Dec. 11 for an event with BookSmart Tulsa and TulsaPeople Magazine at the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, 1304 N. Kenosha Ave. The evening includes a full-on Southern feast, followed by a Q&A session and book signing. Visit TulsaPeople.com for more.

New and noteworthy Libby Auld is adding some winter favorites at one of her downtown hotspots, The Vault (she also owns Eloté Café). Pop in to try chicken and waffles, lemon caper salmon or vegetarian shepherd’s pie loaded with root vegetables — all served with a gorgeous view of downtown. The restaurant also has added 25 new wines.

Speaking of wine, starting Dec. 4 The Vault will feature a monthly vegetarian wine dinner: a bargain $30 for four courses, each paired with a different wine (it is $20 extra for the pairings). Auld, a vegetarian since birth, will create and cook the dinners.

In addition, the Vault’s bar manager, Jenny Bradley, will conduct a cocktail class Dec. 19, teaching guests about the most popular spirits and how to make four cocktails. The class is $25 and includes four drink samples and hors d’oeuvres.

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REFRIGERATED PIE CRUST This handy invention can be used for much more than just pies.

Unroll a pie crust and brush with melted butter. Sprinkle generously with sugar and cinnamon (or grated parmesan, salt, pepper and chopped herbs), and cut into desired shapes.

Bake at 350 degrees until golden, about 10 minutes.

SUGAR COOKIE DOUGH Buy dough packaged in logs, which can be kept in the refrigerator.

Slice dough into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and bake at 350 degrees until golden. When cool, spread jam or chocolate-hazelnut spread on half of the cookies, sandwiching with the remainders. tþ

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Call the restaurant for more information and to sign up for the wine dinner or cocktail class.

The Vault: 620 S. Cincinnati Ave., 918-948-6761, www.vaulttulsa.com

What to do with a pomegranate There are piles of pomegranates in every supermarket this time of year, but besides sprinkling the arils (that’s what the seeds are called) on a salad or in a glass of Champagne, what is one to do with the loaded fruit?

Here are some ideas: • Top crostini with a smear of goat cheese and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios.

• Muddle some seeds in a glass; add seltzer and a splash of pomegranate juice.

• Mix with diced onion, mango, cilantro and lime juice for a festive salsa.

Find more of Judy’s recipes for these holiday staples.

• Serve waffles with vanilla yogurt, diced kiwi and pomegranate seeds.

• Layer seeds with chocolate pudding and whipped cream in martini glasses.

Three holiday staples While most of my December is planned as far as houseguests, entertaining and holiday parties go, there are often unexpected drop-ins and last minute get-togethers. If you keep these three items in your freezer or fridge, you will be ready for any surprises at a moment’s notice.

PUFF PASTRY Palmiers are the easiest treats to make, yet they seem rather fancy.

Smear a few tablespoons of pesto on a thawed pastry sheet. Starting at the long sides, fold the pastry toward the center, leaving a 1/4-inch space.

Fold one side of the pastry over the other, making a 4-layer rectangle.

Judy Allen is an awardwinning journalist, avid home cook and food magazine/cookbook junkie.

Prior to moving back to her home state, she was the senior food editor for Martha Stewart Living magazine.

She also has developed recipes, written articles and styled food stories for Real Simple, Cooking Light, Cottage Living and Food Network magazines. In her spare time, she blogs at www.homemadeoklahoma.com.

CHOCOLATE PIE Oreo cookie crust, dark chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache, chocolate streusel topping and chocolate whipped cream. Indulge this holiday season at PRHYME: Downtown Steakhouse. Open 4-11 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 4-9 p.m., Sunday. Visit www.prhymetulsa.com or call 918-794-7700.

Thank you for supporting Tulsa’s locally owned restaurants.

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GOAT CHEESE BIBB SALAD Herbed Baked Goat Cheese Salad on Bed of Butter Lettuce with Roasted Pecans, Chopped Fresh Chives, Roasted Roma Tomato Rounds Balsamic Vinaigrette. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Philbrook Gardens while dining at La Villa Restaurant. Open Sunday for brunch buffet and a la carte lunch Tuesday through Saturday.

SALMON SALAD Fresh baby spinach topped with grilled salmon and garnished with toasted pecans, feta cheese and fresh-cut strawberries. Served with house-made balsamic vinaigrette. Located at the historic Campbell Hotel along historic Route 66 and featuring an eclectic menu of new American food. Open daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

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PINOT NOIR POACHED PEAR SALAD Pleasing palates for breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1995. Weather permitting, enjoy cozy dining on our heated patio. Order libation from the best little cocktail bar in town. Select from a wine list second to none. Bring a party, bring a friend. Discover the art of dining.

EL GUAPO’S SIGNATURE CHICKEN FAJITAS Marinated chicken, grilled and tossed with grilled onions, red peppers, and green peppers. It is accompanied by our homemade rice, charro beans, and a bowl of build your own toppings.

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Gifts to sip Wine Columnist Randa Warren shares her top picks for holiday gifting.

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One of my favorite holiday gifts is

Champagne. It exudes elegance and, most of all, festivity, making it a perfect fit under the tree.

The basic “go-to” choice for Champagne is Brut, which means dry. This style will please and impress most people. Opt for brands such as Moët et Chandon Imperial, Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, Louis Roederer, Pol Roger and Perrier Jouet.

If you are giving Champagne to a wine connoisseur, a good choice is a “vintage” Champagne — one with a specified year on the label, such as Dom Perignon 2003 (around $180).

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Chardonnay, you can choose a Blanc de blancs, which is made entirely from the Chardonnay grape. If the person loves sweet wine, choose a dessert Champagne such as Moët et Chandon Nectar Imperial Demi-Sec (“demi-sec” implies sweetness).

You may also want to consider spirits as you create your holiday shopping list. Scotch Whisky is usually a pleaser; consider a liter or half-gallon bottle. Even more unusual is a vintage Scotch such as Glenrothes 1998 or 1995 ($75-$90).

A wine lover’s delight is to receive a great bottle of Napa Valley, Calif., Cabernet from a great vintage. To find such a treasure under

$100 means you’ve done some research and your gift is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression — or red wine mustache — the next day.

Some of the best-rated recent Napa Cab vintages are 2007-2009.

Bordeaux is equally or more impressive in the gift-giving world of oenophiles (wine lovers) but it is often for experienced drinkers due to its earthy flavors and intense structure. tþ Wine columnist Randa Warren is a Master Sommelier; Certified Wine Educator; Associate Member of the Institute of Wines and Spirits; and is a Certified Specialist of Spirits.

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SIPS TO GIFT BIG IS BETTER Glenmorangie 10-year-old Original Highland Single-Malt Scotch Whisky — $59.99/1.75 liters The size of this bottle will make heads turn, and it’s surprising a Scotch this good is under $100. This Highland is smooth, round, elegant and has beautiful floral notes.

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ONE COOL CAB 32 Winds 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Calif. — $71.99 Tulsan Ed Mascarin is the owner of 32 Winds, and what a fantastic job he and his winery have done with their Cab, Pinot, Chardonnay, etc.

This is a well-structured Cab that will age elegantly for years but drinks well right now. Blackcurrant, smoky tobacco and gravel, and licorice will knock your holiday socks off.

VA-VA-VEUVE NV Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Yellow Label Champagne — $48-$55 Veuve releases various holiday-themed bottles. Look for the orange sleeve or the box called “The Fridge.” Regardless of how it dresses its bottles, this brand is always a winner.

SIPS AROUND TOWN Zanmai

ZANMAI This hot new Japanese steakhouse/hibachi and sushi restaurant has a killer wine list as well as terrific food. Charlie Fritz, bar and beverage manager, is not only personable, but also knows his cocktails and wine. His top sip right now is the restaurant’s tasting flight of three white wines for $12. He also suggests you try the Bloody Mary Jukusu or Dragon Tatsu cocktails. 1402 S. Peoria Ave., Suite 200; 918-556-0200 TAVOLO Manager Kristen Villareal loves being downtown at Tavolo, Justin Thompson’s new Italian restaurant. “Any time of year is perfect for bubbles, and one of my favorites we serve is the Ferrari Brut Trento Italian sparkling wine for $66 a bottle,” Villareal says. 427 S. Boston Ave.,

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6 N. LEWIS 918.584.2217 www.zieglerart.com 2013 Tulsa Ornament featuring the Tulsa Historical Society with the Five Moons $20 Net proceeds will benefit Catholic Charities and Neighbor Neighbor courtesy of Whaling Graphics and Ziegler’s.

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Q&A From Tulsa Professionals

Q: Do you snore or suffer from obstructive sleep apnea?

A: Snoring increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and patients with OSA are at a much higher risk of having a heart attack or stroke. A dentist who is properly trained will do a thorough examination of your teeth and mouth to confirm your oral health status. You may be a candidate for a custom made oral appliance worn during sleep to help keep your airway open for a more restful night and to help reduce the risk of a serious condition.

Gene McCormick DDS SAFE/COMFORT 2106 S. Atlanta Pl. • Tulsa, OK 74114 918-743-7444 • www.genemccormickdds.com

APTITUDE TESTING/CAREER COUNSELING Q: My son is interested in many things. How should he decide which is the best one for his major?

A: Determine which interest best intersects with how you are wired and couple it with knowledge of the job market to choose a career path that will lead to long-term success and satisfaction. The most effective way to decide which interest is the best to pursue is to first get objective information about your aptitudes, work motivators and core personality characteristics. Combining objective knowledge of yourself with knowledge of today’s job market will set you on the path of long-term success and satisfaction.

Q: My dog was playing in the yard and is now holding up its hind leg. What did he do?

A: Always check for a broken nail and between the toes and pads for a foreign body. Many times when there is a sudden lameness, without trauma, there is a tear to the cranial cruciate ligament of the knee. Sedation is often needed to relax the dog enough to feel the tear.

Surgery is the treatment of choice for a torn cruciate.

Jenny Larsen, M.A., GCDF 2:10 Consulting, Inc. 8988 S. Sheridan, Ste. Y • Tulsa, OK 74133 918-814-2629 • www.210consulting.org

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Q: I want to look my best for the holidays, but between errands, shopping, visiting relatives and the kids out of school, I’m having a hard time justifying doing anything for myself.

A: The holidays are a hectic time for all, but we understand a busy schedule. That’s why we created our 12 Days of Christmas Package, giving patients an opportunity to purchase services and products at reduced prices to use now or after the holidays. Whether you want to diffuse crow’s feet, restore volume or just refresh your skin with a lunchtime peel, we have our best pricing of the year just in time to face the holidays and ring in the New Year looking your best. Call about our fantastic holiday offers!

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Q: My stock investments have done well this year. Should I take profits and wait for an expected decline to pass?

A: No one knows the answer to your question.

However, before liquidating your portfolio you may want to consider the findings in a recent study performed by Dalbar, Inc. The study indicates the average stock fund performance was much higher than the average stock fund investor. A summary of the main reasons includes 1) chasing hot managers or asset classes, 2) ignoring underperforming markets, and 3) trying to time the market. Review your discipline for soundness and then follow it for the long term and avoid trying to time the market.

J. Harvie Roe, CFP, President AmeriTrust Investment Advisors, Inc. 4506 S. Harvard Ave. • Tulsa, OK 74135 hroe@amerad.com • 918-610-8080

EYECARE Q: My eyes are tired and I usually have a headache at the end of the workday. Could my vision be to blame?

A: Tired, achy eyes and headaches are often caused by working on the computer or other electronic devices. There are new options when it comes to achieving comfortable computer vision or comfort while viewing electronic hand-held devices. Eyeglass lenses specifically designed to keep your eyes relaxed while blogging, texting or working are great for the office as well as for students. Also, new anti-reflective coatings for these lenses block harmful blue light emitted from digital screens, reduce glare and keep eyes relaxed. Preventing eye strain is often the key to preventing afternoon headaches.

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Dr. Shannon Morgans, OD and Dr. Lynsey Bigheart, OD Twenty Twenty Eyecare 8931 S. Yale Ave., Suite H • Tulsa, OK 74137 918-794-6700 • www.2020tulsa.com

WILLS AND TRUSTS Q: Who should be trustee of my trust?

A: A primary purpose in creating a revocable trust is to pre-authorize someone to act in your behalf to manage your assets should you become incapacitated or upon your death.

Naming someone you trust is fundamental, as integrity and character are non-negotiable. But just as important is naming someone with the skill set to carry forth your directions. Contact your estate planning attorney today to give you wise counsel concerning your choices in naming a trustee.

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ATTORNEY Q: I was injured in a car accident. Can I just submit my medical bills for payment by the other driver’s insurance company?

A: No. Although the negligent driver’s insurance company may eventually pay a settlement on your injury claim, that insurance company will not pay your medical bills as those are incurred.

However, you can submit your bills to your health insurance provider or inquire as to whether your medical provider will wait for payment until the settlement of your injury claim with the negligent driver’s insurance company.

Should you have any questions concerning your options, contact the attorneys at Stall, Stall & Thompson, P.A. for a free consultation to discuss your case.

Kate D. Thompson Stall Stall & Thompson, P.A. 1800 South Baltimore, Ste. 900 • Tulsa, OK 74119 918-743-6201 • stallthompsonlaw.com

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12266 Sunset View Drive, Located on an acre lot with gorgeous views of Skiatook Lake. Chef’s kitchen is equipped with 6-burner gas cook cop, double ovens and large pantry. Gorgeous great room open to kitchen.

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12023 S Kingston Avenue New Construction by Paragon Builders. Artisan finishes throughout include iron entry door, fine woodwork and cabinetry. The granite kitchen opens to the family room.

1st floor theater with wet bar, formal dining, wine bar and study. The pool, outdoor living area and four-car garage complete this masterpiece. $1,245,000.

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sunseT ParK 2316 S Cincinnati Ave Built in 1922 and remodeled recently with exacting attention to detail!

This 4 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home has charm and unique characteristics not found in newer homes. 4 living areas include formal living, library, office, and media room on the lower level.

A guest apartment w/ full bath is connected to the 2 1/2 car garage. 3,349 sq ft. $594,400.

esTaTes of GraysTone 11603 S 70th East Ave. Casual elegance combined with lush backyard backing to green area with mature trees & views. Gorgeous brick & stone featuring main level master, study, formals, chef’s kitchen opening to family room and lodge game room. Pool house, pool and spa. 4 BR, 3 full/3 half BA, 5 Living, 3-car garage. $769,000

river oaKs 6009 E 117th Place Breathtakingly beautiful newer construction situated on a cul-de-sac lot. Every detail is magnificent with no expense spared. Master suite with adjoining living area and exercise room. Second suite on level one. Two studies. Outdoor kitchen and fireplace overlooks pool and spillover spa. Family safe room. 7587 sq ft by appraisal. $1,975,000

Grand LaKe REDUCED! The Points on Grand Lake, 3 bedroom, loft, 2.5 bath, immaculately maintained, 2 enclosed porches, room to expand above garage with insulation installed, 166’ of shoreline, circle drive, new roof, new exterior paint, 2 slip dock, located on Party Cove side. $895,000

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Gorgeous home, stunning lake view year round. Open floor plan with beamed and vaulted living room warmed by soaring stone fireplace. Charming kitchen with stainless steel.

Game Room up. Huge upper and lower decks overlook lake. Very private on 1.8 acres. 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 liv, 2-car garage. $475,500

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1441 E. 33rd Street. Quality new construction has large, open kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances. Game room plus media room. Master suite and guest bedroom downstairs. Outdoor living with fireplace and kitchen.

Excellent Midtown location close to Brookside.

4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 living areas, 3-car garage. $725,000

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7337 E 112th St. Fabulous new construction in Woodcreek.

Soft comtemporary finishes. $433,000.

Grand Lake. Eagle’s Roost. Furnished 3 BR, 3 BA, wrap around covered deck. 34’boat slip w/lift. $560,000.

2825 E. 175th St. Located in gated community of large estates. Granite kitchen with high-end appliances. $689,900.

3304 E. 98th St. Gorgeous landscaped setting. Spectacular views of the salt water infinity pool. $619,900.

18903 S. Pickett Rd. 10 acre fenced horse property. Private gated lane. Granite kitchen. 3 BR, 3 BA, 3 Living. $455,000.

2660 S. Bimingham Pl. Renovated Jack Arnold in gated Eight Acres. Pool/fireplace. REDUCED PRICE $1,399,000.

2239 E 25th St. “The Best of All Worlds” describes this English Tudor home near Utica Square & private schools. $525,000

9457 E 108th Street Beautiful newer construction. Gourmet granite kitchen. 3 fireplaces, pool and spa. $639,900.

Grand Lake. REDUCED! Eagle’s Nest Country French. 4 BR, 3 BA, completely furnished inside & out. Exquisite. $595,000.

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A-LIST SPOTLIGHT

ASIAN KEO ASIAN CUISINE 3524 S. Peoria Ave. • (918) 794-8200 / 8921 S. Yale Ave. • (918) 794-0090 www.keorestaurant.com KEO offers a wide variety of dishes from an array of countries in Southeast Asia. Only the freshest ingredients are used, all prepared in traditional manners and served in a full-service atmosphere.

918-252-5667 Heating • Air Conditioning • Electric • Plumbing

BURGER, BAR FOOD, BEER SELECTION JAMES E. MCNELLIE’S SOUTH CITY 7031 S. Zurich Ave • 918-933-5250 www.mcnelliessouthcity.com James E. McNellie’s Pub South City is the newest addition to the McNellie’s group, featuring a massive selection of beers from around the world and a menu full of fresh, local favorites.

COSMETIC SURGERY PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER OF TULSA 2107 E. 15th St. • (918) 712-0888 www.pscoftulsa.com Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Greg Ratliff and his staff offer many services to meet individual needs, including breast enhancement procedures, tummy tucks, liposuction, facial procedures, and more.

CREDIT UNION RED CROWN CREDIT UNION Tulsa: 5001 E. 91st St. and 5321 E. 41st St. • BA: 3101 W. Kenosha Pryor: 19 N. Rowe St. • (918) 477-3200 • www.redcrown.org Red Crown Credit Union offers a wide array of deposit and loan services available to those who live, work, worship, volunteer or attend school in the greater Tulsa area.

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AIRCO SERVICE Airco Service is a family-owned and operated business that has served Oklahoma since 1961. Airco’s success is built on a strong reputation of excellent service, hard work, honesty and integrity. Airco offers not only heating and air, but also electrical and plumbing services for residential homes. The three divisions work seamlessly to provide the most complete and comprehensive services. Airco offers planned service for heating and cooling systems, allowing customers to avoid unexpected repair bills while reducing operating costs and maintaining the highest efficiency from heating and cooling systems. From employee training to customer care, Airco is fully qualified and dedicated to finding customers the best solutions and products for their homes.

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DOGVILLE DAYCARE & BOARDING 9525 E. 47th Place • (918) 949-6070 www.dogville-daycare.com

DOG DISH 6502 East 51st Street • (918) 624-2600 www.thedogdish.com Dog Dish is where pet lovers can come together, visit with staff or others, ask questions, share information or just enjoy the company of other pet lovers and their four-legged friends.

Dogville Daycare & Boarding offers all cage-free suite boarding, a large outdoor play area and staff on site 24 hours a day. Specializing in senior dogs and special needs dogs, Dogville is co-owned and managed by a retired veterinarian.

HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

AIRCO SERVICE 11331 E. 58th St., Tulsa OK 74146 • (918) 252-5667 www.aircoservice.com Since 1961, family-owned Airco Service, Inc. has served the Tulsa area as a full service provider for air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electric service.

LIQUOR STORE RANCH ACRES WINE & SPIRITS 3324A East 31st Street • (918) 747-1171 Great selection, a knowledgeable staff, attractive pricing, and placing a high value on community involvement have made Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits an award-winning favorite in Tulsa for over 54 years.

TANNING BAHAMA SUN 3732 South Peoria Avenue • (918) 748-9971 www.bahamasuntanandspray.com Along with four levels of tanning, Bahama Sun offers airbrushing and sunless tanning at its Brookside location. The new sunless booth, The Revolutionary, provides another option for a sun-kissed look.

To learn more about these honored businesses and to see the entire A-List Directory, go to TulsaPeople’s website.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma invites you to attend the 30th annual

Saturday, February 8th, 2014 | 6:30 p.m.

Cox Business Center (formerly Tulsa Convention Center) Presented by

CELEBRATE 30 YEARS WITH US!

– Over 50 restaurants! – – Live and Silent Auctions! – – Wine Pull! – – Live Music & Dancing with Banana Seat! – With your support of this event, we will provide the gift of adult mentors to Tulsa children and change their lives for the better, forever.

Individual tickets $250 Corporate Sponsorships available.

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Data from this month’s local bird count will be compared to data from previous years and added to a national database to follow changes in bird migration and other indicators.

Bird’s the word 12/14

Tulsa’s Christmas Bird Count is part of a nationwide bird census.

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s there a hidden birder in you? You can find out during the Christmas Bird Count hosted by the Tulsa Audubon Society (TAS) on Dec. 14.

The annual event, which is part of a larger, nationwide bird census the same day, covers a 15-mile circle with its center at East 116th Street North and North Sheridan Road. Participants split into groups that each count the birds they see in their section.

The data retrieved from the count is logged at the TAS and compared to previous years.

“This is valuable data that provides us an index, decades over decades,” says TAS President John Kennington.

One indicator gleaned from the count is a change in patterns of bird migration. Kennington says some of the birds that previously migrated as far south as Tulsa are no longer seen here, a change that could be due to shifting weather conditions.

Sometimes a bird census also can help monitor harmful environmental impacts, such as the discovery in the 1960s that the use of DDT as a pesticide in the United States was killing several bird species.

The chemical was banned for agricultural use in 1972.

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For Josie Driskill, birding is a lifestyle. The lifelong bird lover has been an active part of the TAS and the Tuesday Morning Birders for nearly 40 years. The group meets every Tuesday at 8 a.m. to bird watch in the greater Tulsa area.

“Do we want to be looking for birds, or do we just want to be outside? I think it’s both,” she says.

Driskill loves the serene connection with nature that she feels when she is out birding, and at the same time she always hopes to see something new.

“If you see a (new) bird for the first time (in your life), we call it a ‘lifer,’” she says.

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Driskill fondly recalls the first time she spotted a snowy owl in Stillwater a few years ago. The owls are usually seen farther north.

The occasional new bird is exciting, but the returning birds also are a thrill. Driskill looks forward to the changing seasons and the bird migration.

“Even if you have seen the same bird many times, you haven’t seen it since last year, and it’s a joy to see it again,” she says.

Driskill recommends the Christmas Bird Count for anyone who wants to try birding. Birders of all levels are welcome, and it is free to participate, but she does have some practical advice for first-timers: “Dress warmly, in layers; wear sunscreen and a hat; and bring your binoculars.”

The leader of each birding group will keep a collective tab on the number and species of the birds identified, but Driskill says it is also fun to bring your own notebook to keep count of the birds you spy. tþ

To sign up for the Christmas Bird Count, contact Jo Loyd at 918-835-2946 or jo.loyd@sbcglobal.net by Dec. 12. Most the groups start birding between 7 and 8 a.m., Dec. 14. Visit www.tulsaaudubon.org.

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Winterfest A winter wonderland is returning to downtown Tulsa during the BOK Center’s annual Winterfest. Festivities include an outdoor skating rink, a 44-foot Christmas tree (the tallest in Oklahoma), holiday concessions and a climate-controlled tent for those who prefer to sip hot chocolate while others skate under the stars.

Winterfest is outside the BOK Center at East Third Street and South Denver Avenue. Cost is $10 per person with skate rental; $5 per person with your own skates or for children under 3. Visit www.bokcenter.com.

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12/7 Bixby Holiday Arts and Crafts Show You’re sure to cross a few names off your shopping list at this 28th annual holiday show, featuring more than 70 vendors and artists. Event organizers Linda Boles and Celia Wetherill promise a wide variety of art, crafts, jewelry, collectibles and more.

The show is 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Bixby Community Center, 211 N. Cabaniss, Bixby. Admission is free. Call 918-366-4841.

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Bixby Holiday Arts and Crafts Show

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12/14-15 Two Friends and Junk Fall Market Founder Sabrina Purkey lives by the motto, “one man’s trash is a woman’s repurposed treasure.”

Vendor booths will include what Purkey calls “crafty junk,” along with vintage and antique pieces that have been given new lives and new looks. Santa Claus himself will be there, perhaps shopping for a new sleigh.

9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday; at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Cost is $6 at the door. Visit www.twofriendsandjunk.blog.com.

Fundraisers and fun happenings

Volunteer Spotlight

It has been my joy to see the students grow and develop into more independent adults. I selfishly love the way they show me unconditional love.

by JUDY LANGDON

Shelby Smith

Give us a few areas of volunteerism that are available at Pathways. There are endless ways to volunteer at Pathways.

Classroom volunteers and helpers for Special Olympics are always needed. Pathways also has a weeklong summer camp, which is a great way for youth to get involved. And, of course, they need people to buy their products ... it’s the gift that gives twice.

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This month’s Christmas Showcase at Kirk of the Hills supports Pathways, a nonprofit serving post-high school adults with intellectual disabilities.

Here, volunteer Shelby Smith tells more about why Pathways is meeting a special need in Tulsa.

Give us a brief history of Pathways. Pathways started in June 2009 with seven students as an outgrowth of the Community of Friends Ministry of Kirk of the Hills. (The) Kirk has had a ministry for children with intellectual disabilities since 2000. What began as a Sunday morning ministry grew into an outreach that included Wednesday nights, holidays, special events, once-a-month respite programs and a Sunday night program for adults with intellectual disabilities. The need was apparent in the Tulsa area for more programs to support adults with intellectual disabilities.

Pathways now serves 38 students with plans to serve many more. As a community program, we serve adults from all faiths and rely on individual, community and church support to continue serving the Tulsa community.

The Tulsa holiday tradition not to miss!

Smith paints products for the Pathways store with Tyler Armstrong, a Pathways student and artist.

Why do you volunteer at Pathways? I volunteer at Pathways because I love the students. I have learned much about living faithfully and in the present moment from these amazing adults. I am inspired by their art products (the students create art that is sold as a fundraiser in the Pathways store) and the effort they put into making them, and the way they encourage and love one another.

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Dec. 14, 15, 21 & 22 at 2 pm Dec. 13, 20, 21 & 22 at 7 pm Tulsa Performing Arts Center (918) 749-6006 | (918) 596-7111 NEW family matinees and The Nutcracker Brunch add-on!

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Dec. 3-6 — Pathways Christmas Showcase 9 a.m.-8 p.m., shop for products created by Pathways students; see special activities schedule below. Kirk of the Hills, 4102 E. 61st St. (enter through the southwest entrance). Free admission.

Product sales benefit Pathways. Visit www.pathwaysok.com.

• Tuesday, 5-8 p.m.: live Nativity • Wednesday, 2:30-8 p.m.: winter wonderland, including photos with Santa and his elves, and children’s activities • Thursday-Friday, 5-8 p.m.: music from oldfashioned carolers

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OUT & ABOUT

People, places and events

Association of Fundraising Professionals The Association of Fundraising Professionals honored four Tulsans for their philanthropic activities at the “Believe There is Good in the World” annual National Philanthropy Day luncheon Nov. 7 at the Mayo Hotel. Pictured are Amy Miller, AFP president; Roy M. “Skip” Teel Jr., Outstanding Philanthropist; Ken Busby, Outstanding Fundraising Professional; and Connor Robert Cass, Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy. Not pictured is honoree Patti Bowman, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser.

Riverfield Country Day School Country Music Hall of Famer Kris Kristofferson stopped by Riverfield Country Day School for an afternoon of songs and stories before his Oct. 13 Mabee Center performance benefiting the Woody Guthrie Childhood Home Reconstruction project. He is pictured with Paul Knight, director of Riverfield Rocks, the school’s rock band program.

Cooking for a Cause The annual Iron Gate Cooking for a Cause gala, “Tulsa’s Top Chefs,” was Oct. 10 at Metro Appliances & More. Ten of Tulsa’s top restaurants and 11 chefs created signature dishes to benefit the hungry and homeless of Tulsa. Pictured are Dave Sylvan, Grace and Don Dean, and Barbara Sylvan.

OCCJ Awards Dinner Nancy Day, OCCJ president/CEO (center), was joined by longtime OCCJ board member Sheryl Siddiqui (left), and her husband, Dr. Ali Siddiqui, at the OCCJ 55th annual Awards Dinner on Oct. 10 at the Cox Business Center. Day was this year’s honoree in recognition of her 32 years of service as the organization’s sole leader. More than 520 people attended the event.

Painted Pony Ball The 2013 Painted Pony Ball benefiting The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis was held recently at the Cox Business Center. The evening featured a live auction, dinner and entertainment by recording artists Dwight Yoakam and Chris Young. Pictured at the event are PPB co-chairs Mike and Cathey Barkley; Kathy Henry; Dwight Yoakam; Debbie Zinke; Jake Henry Jr., president and CEO of Saint Francis Health System; and John-Kelly Warren, CEO of the William K. Warren Foundation.

Tulsa Ballet Tulsa Ballet’s largest annual fundraiser, Icons and Idols, will “go mod” this year, taking guests back to 1960s swingin’ London. The event is Feb. 22, 2014. Pictured are organizers Leanne Helmerich, Peggy Helmerich, Kayla Vaughn and Daniela Buson.

The Mothers Group The Mothers Group, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing reading-rich households in Tulsa by gifting children with books, is making plans for Santa and Mrs. Claus to visit the Greenwood Cultural Center, 322 N. Greenwood Ave., from 9 a.m.-noon on Dec. 7. In addition to posing for photos, Santa will reward the first 500 children with new books. The event is free and open to the public; donations are welcome. For more information, call 918-760-2267. Pictured are Audrey McGill; Kimberly Blake; Rita Williams; Brenda Lloyd-Jones, president; Leslie Wade, public relations chairwoman; Tangie JonesBallard, vice president; Mrs. Claus; Santa; and Timothy Ballard.

CLARIFICATION: The Oct. 3 Clarehouse “Raisin’ Cain” fundraising event raised $234,000. A total of $46,000 was raised for “Fund the Need” during the event held at Cain’s Ballroom.

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CHARITABLE EVENTS REGISTRY

Fundraisers and fun happenings

December compiled by JUDY LANGDON

12/2-6, 9-13 Santa Brings a Law Suit

Tulsa attorneys Lauren Chandler and Grant Lloyd sort gently used clothing for the Tulsa County Bar Association’s 2013 drive. The donated men’s and women’s clothing will be collected during the holidays and distributed to people entering the job force in 2014.

Dec. 1-15 — Philbrook Festival of Trees 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Thursday.

Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road. Decorated trees, with live entertainment and food during select events. $11, adults; $9, seniors and university students with ID; free, members, 17 and younger. Benefits Philbrook Museum of Art. Visit www.philbrook.org.

Dec. 2-6, 9-13 — Santa Brings a Law Suit Clothing Drive New or gently used men’s and women’s professional and business casual clothing may be brought during business hours to the Tulsa County Bar Association, 1446 S. Boston Ave.; Richards & Connor PLLP, 525 S. Main St., Ste. 1200; or Hall Estill, 320 S. Boston Ave., Ste. 200. Presented

by Tulsa County Bar Foundation.

Benefits Salvation Army, John 3:16 Mission and Women in Recovery. Call Grant Lloyd, 918-585-2394; or visit www.tulsabar.com.

Dec. 3 — “Sounds of Christmas,” 61st annual Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Christmas Luncheon and Fashion Show 10 a.m., registration; 10:30 a.m., silent auction; 11:30 a.m., luncheon;

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12/3 Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary The annual luncheon and fashion show will benefit Salvation Army Tulsa. Pictured are event chairwoman Jackie Pizarro; Marolyn Allred, president of the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary; Maj. April Taylor, Salvation Army, Tulsa Area Command; and honorary chairwoman Konnie Boulter.

12:30 p.m., fashion show from Miss Jackson’s featuring local media celebrities. Cox Business Center, 100 Civic Center. Benefits Salvation Army Tulsa. $65. Reservations required.

Contact Barbara Richards Horn, 918-747-8316; or Carrie Salce, 918-587-7801, ext. 121; or visit www.salarmytulsa.org.

Dec. 3-6 — Pathways Christmas Showcase 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Dec. 3-6, holiday shopping open; 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, live Nativity; 2:30-8 p.m., Wednesday, winter wonderland, photos with Santa and children’s activities; 5-8 p.m., Thursday and Friday, old-fashioned carolers. Kirk of the Hills, 4102 E. 61st St. (enter through southwest entrance). Free admission. Product sales benefit Pathways nonprofit for adults with intellectual disabilities. Visit www.pathwaysok.com.

Dec. 5-8 — Junior League of Tulsa Holiday Market 6-9 p.m., Thursday, preview party; open to the public 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday.

Exchange Center, Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St. Holiday décor, gifts and food; Santa appearance, 1-3 p.m. (tickets required), Sunday. $6, adults; $5, seniors 65 and older and military;

12/7 Carols & Crumpets Tulsa Herb Society

members Jane Bolze and Dede Boedeker prepare for the group’s fundraiser at the Tulsa Garden Center.

free, children 12 and under. Benefits Junior League of Tulsa. Visit www.jltulsa.org.

Dec. 6 — ORU Christmas Concert 6:15 p.m., children’s carnival with holiday games, treats, crafts and Santa photos; 7:30, concert with Andy Chrisman, Kelly Ford, Brian Nhira and Jason Swanson. Oral Roberts University Mabee Center, 7777 S. Lewis Ave. Benefits Salvation Army Bring Good Cheer toy drive.

Free admission; new, unwrapped toy donations requested. Call 918-4956864, or visit www.mabeecenter.com.

Dec. 6 — The Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award 7 p.m.

Southern Hills Country Club, 2636 E. 61st St. Honors author Kazuo Ishiguro. $150. Black tie. Reservations required. Benefits Tulsa Library Trust. Visit www.tulsalibrary.org.

Dec. 7 — Carols & Crumpets 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Tulsa Garden Center, 2435 S. Peoria Ave. Beverages, holiday food, raffle and handmade floral gifts. Presented by Tulsa Herb Society. Free. Portion of proceeds benefit Tulsa Garden Center and Linnaeus Teaching Garden. Visit www.tulsaherb.com.

Dec. 7 — Tulsa Jingle Bell Run 8:30 a.m., registration; 9 a.m., 1-mile

fun run; 10 a.m., 5K. 909 S. Boston Ave. $35, in advance; $40, Dec. 7.

Benefits Arthritis Foundation.

Contact Sherri O’Neil, 918-495-3553; or visit www.tulsajinglebellrun.org.

Dec. 8 — 2013 Cascia Christmas Walk 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tour of four homes professionally decorated for the holidays: 1801 Forest Blvd., 2430 E. 30th St., 2625 E. 28th St. and 4425 S. Birmingham Ave. Shuttle ride available from Cascia Hall Preparatory School, 2420 S. Yorktown Ave. Includes optional lunch at the Cascia Bistro and shopping at Cascia Boutique. $15, in advance; $20, at the door of any tour home. Benefits Cascia Hall. Call Diane Henderson, 918-557-1100; or visit www.casciahall.org.

Dec. 12 — Ross Myers Charity Benefit Art Auction 6-8 p.m. The Palate, 3324 E. 31st St. Myers’ artwork as well as his students’ work will be for sale through a silent auction. Free admission. Benefits the North Mabee Boys and Girls Club. Call 918-636-6301. tþ

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ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Highlighting local talent

Visual musician MM Williams’ art has evolved from classical to contemporary.

by JUDY LANGDON

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nless you frequent Facebook, you may never have heard of Tulsa artist MM Williams.

A few months ago, TulsaPeople heard from him when he emailed a few examples of his work and his brief biography. We were intrigued.

Williams is an architectural designer turned visual artist, who now focuses on watercolor, collage and decoupage. He is inspired by nature, music and even poetry, as well as his own experiences.

MM Williams at the studio space in his Tulsa home. His art, left, marries watercolor, collage and decoupage techniques.

Explain your technique and how you developed it. The process I use today evolved over time. I used to be a classical artist. My work was realistic, highly influenced by Rembrandt.

Then in 2007, I began experimenting with abstract work using only watercolor. It was a time when I became interested in the effect of music, and somehow I wanted to create visual music.

Today I continue to work with watercolor, collage and decoupage on paper. ... Many of my pieces are created in response to something that I have read or experienced.

How have these experiences influenced your art? I always wanted to

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When did you realize you were an artist? I began drawing in first grade.

At first, no one encouraged me or showed me how to draw. I would simply fill pages of my assignment notebooks with pencil drawings of my favorite superheroes. After that, I recall drawing portraits of my classmates, family members and neighbors.

My greatest inspiration was the great Dutch artist Rembrandt. I spent years copying his self-portraits, etchings and drawings.

be an artist. I have a degree in architecture, but I never enjoyed technical drawing. However, architecture helped me appreciate form, function and space relationships.

Artists have an urge to create. I enjoy the process of taking an empty piece of paper, an idea and concept, and turning them into a one-ofkind piece that immediately speaks to people and stirs their soul.

Do you have a favorite piece of artwork? A few months ago I created a piece when I remembered the very

first time my mom cried in front of me, when I was around 5 years old.

It was over a baby bird that she had rescued, but (it) did not survive.

Also, most recently I visited the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, S.D., where more than 26,000 years ago large Columbian and woolly mammoths were trapped and died in a spring-fed pond. The story touched me (so) deeply that I created a piece and a poem in response to that experience.

Why are you an artist, and what advice can you give aspiring artists?

I believe each individual is born with a talent or a skill. To me, it was not a choice; it was a response to a calling.

My advice to young, aspiring artists is to pursue art for the joy of creativity.

Find your own voice and style first, then success and recognition will be much easier. tþ

More of Williams’ art can be seen at www.facebook.com/ artofmmwilliams.

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THE CULTURIST

The best of local arts and culture

Laughing stock

Tulsa Community College welcomes a new theater coordinator and comedy troupe.

by KENDRA BLEVINS

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You can see Die Laughing Improvisational Comedy Troupe at 8 p.m., Dec. 4, in the Studio Theatre at TCC’s Southeast Campus, 10300 E. 81st St. Tickets are $2 at www.myticketsoffice.com or 918-595-7777.

Theater Coordinator Mark Frank recently joined Tulsa Community College from Coffeyville Community College in Kansas.

ALSO THIS MONTH The Eight: Reindeer Monologues Theatre Pops presents the Jeff Goode comedy about scandal among Santa’s reindeer. As a media storm descends upon the North Pole, the eight reindeer tell all. 8 p.m., Dec 12-

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here’s something funny going on at Tulsa Community College. You might even die laughing when you see what the new theater coordinator, Mark Frank, has up his sleeve.

The popularity of sketch comedy shows such as “Saturday Night Live” and “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” inspired Frank to form a new improvisational comedy troupe, Die Laughing, with TCC students and community actors.

I am not an actor but went to the Die Laughing auditions anyway. I learned from Frank that “improv gets rid of inhibitions and gives freedom to the actor so they are more free on stage and not self-conscious or nervous.”

I witnessed the actors thinking on their feet and working with impromptu cultural references in various scenarios, such as welcoming Snoop Dogg and Lil Wayne as special guests on Martha Stewart’s cooking show. Now, what do you do with that when you’re on stage and the audience is looking for a performance?

That is what Frank is ready to teach his new improv troupe.

“It will be a semester of teaching and a rough road until we are ready, but I’m up for the task at hand,” he says.

The brave actors cast in the inaugural troupe are Gavin Wells, Erin Clark, Marlise Irby, Madalyn Singer, Emily “Sloopy” Nigh, Davyn Thompson, Singleton Jordan, Naomi Stephens, Israel Lister, Monte Jones, David Watson, Abigail McVicker, Brian Blevins, Justin Hendrix, Leah Hartney, Bailey Workman, Dani Danks, and John Knight with improv assistant Jim North and musical accompanist Rachel Keith.

I’m confident Frank can whip the troupe into shape because he brings 20 years of improv experience to TCC from The Rubber Chicken Factory at

Coffeyville Community College (CCC), where he was theater director. Frank built a successful program at CCC and aims to do the same at TCC. “I started with three theater students at Coffeyville in 1994 and my last year there, in 2013, I had 75 theater students in my program,” he says.

“It was the largest in the state.”

Though Coffeyville’s theater department is thriving, Frank decided it was time to move to TCC. “I was a one-person department in Coffeyville,” he says. “At TCC I have lots of help, with many designers and directors. I had done everything I could do at Coffeyville. I wanted to move on and help build a different theater program. TCC facilities are awesome for theater, and they have a strong reputation for theater.”

In addition to creating the Die Laughing troupe, Frank plans to in-

crease the number of TCC’s thespians by recruiting at area high schools, leading workshops and teaching Children’s Summer Theatre for actors 6-13 years old.

“Hopefully the students will want to come and be part of our theater program and our improv troupe,” he says.

Frank co-directs the improv troupe with his wife, Bethanie, who began her improv comedy career with Laughing Stock in Kansas City and worked as the artistic director for The Rubber Chicken Factory until 2013.

Frank also is a playwright who has produced plays all over the country, he says.

“The last thing I wrote was a children’s musical — based on my adopted daughter — called the ‘Adventures of Princess Atlantis,’ he says. tþ

14 and 19-21; and 2 p.m., Dec. 15 and 22; at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center’s Charles E. Norman Theatre, 110 E. Second St. Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for students and seniors at www.myticketoffice.com.

Tulsa Camerata’s “The Romantic Century” Tulsa Camerata’s December concert features a pair of sumptuous romantic works, including Coleridge-Taylor’s “Clarinet Quintet in F-sharp Minor,” Op. 10; and Beethoven’s “String Quintet in A Major,” after the “Kreutzer Sonata,” Op. 47.

7 p.m., Dec. 5, at Philbrook Museum of Art’s Patti Johnson Wilson Hall, 2727 S. Rockford Road. Tickets are $20 for adults; $5 for students; $15 for seniors at www.tulsacamerata.org.

Kendra Blevins is a freelance writer who enjoys playwriting, community theater, traveling and reading.

TULSA SOUND

What’s happening in the local music scene

They are the 1 percent

The Tandems’ talent for indie folk outpaces their age and experience.

by MATT CAUTHRON

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Band members Andrew Eaton-Clark, Aaron Hockett and Josh Beasley. Not pictured is bass guitarist Andrew Beasley.

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Hear tracks from The Tandems’ EP, “The Long Vacation,” at TulsaPeople. com/tandems.

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ince the beginning of time, seemingly every group of high school pals with any musical inclination whatsoever have gathered in garages and basements to indulge in fantasies of rock stardom and to fray the nerves of any parents and neighbors within earshot.

Ninety-nine times out of a hundred, these “bands” range from charmingly inept to outright unlistenable, and never amount to anything but a fun way to pass the time. But 99 out of 100 still leaves room for that one — the rare high school band with the talent to make a name for itself beyond the spring dance or the Friday night house party.

The Tandems, an indie-folk quartet whose stripped-down sound calls to mind the recent wave of popular Americana acts such as Mumford and Sons and The Lumineers, are one of those rare bands. The group features Booker T. Washington seniors Josh Beasley on guitar and vocals; Andrew Eaton-Clark on guitar, mandolin and vocals; and Aaron Hockett on drums; as well as University of Missouri sophomore Andrew Beasley on bass guitar.

“It started out as just kind of a jam session,” Josh Beasley says. “Andrew (Eaton-Clark) and I would get together with our guitars and just play.

“But eventually words started coming in, and we started to develop whole songs.”

After adding Hockett on drums and Josh’s cousin Andrew on bass, The Tandems were officially born, and the group started writing like crazy, practicing at every opportunity and stockpiling original material.

After recording some demos of their new tunes and making them available on the online music promotion website ReverbNation, the group began to get the attention of a few small record labels with offers to record an album.

Not knowing where any of them

would be in a year, the members were hesitant to make any long-term commitments, so they opted against signing with a label and accepted an offer to record at the private studio of Zac Maloy, former front-man of The Nixons, a band that shot to fame in the early ’90s with the hit single “Sister.”

The Tandems traveled to Maloy’s studio on the historic Music Row in Nashville and recorded a five-song EP, “The Long Vacation,” thanks to the help of their growing fan base, who showed up in droves at a fundraising concert and chipped in via an online crowd-funding service.

Since then, the band plays gigs whenever possible, most notably as an opener for internationally renowned indie rockers Frightened Rabbit at Guthrie Green. (“We were all squealing” when they got the offer, Eaton-Clark says.)

But playing a ton of gigs has been tricky for The Tandems.

For one, they’re too young to even enter many of the city’s popular venues. For another, their bass guitarist lives in Missouri. Lastly, and probably most importantly, they’re a bunch of go-getting overachievers with much more on their plates than music. Besides Advanced Placement courses

and college entrance exams, Hockett is captain of the Academic Team.

Eaton-Clark is a varsity soccer star.

Andrew Beasley was chosen as one of the top 14 freshmen at Mizzou last year. Josh Beasley leads Hornets for Christ every Friday morning. The list, I assure you, goes on.

“It’s a tough balance to strike,” Hockett says. “We all have a lot of obligations with school, so it’s a challenge to make time for the obligations of being in a band. It has certainly kept us busy.”

And even with the success they’ve achieved in such a short time, talk of the future remains surprisingly levelheaded. They know they’ve got something special, but they’re not going to jeopardize their future prospects by putting too many eggs in one basket.

“We’re starting to realize that we’re going to different corners of the country for college,” Hockett says. “So, I think what we’re trying to do right now is just enjoy what we’ve done, enjoy what we’re doing and get everything out of it that we can get out of it.”

That’s the kind of sensible talk you’d least expect from a high school band. Well … 99 out of 100 high school bands, I suppose. tþ

DECEMBER’S BEST BET FOR LIVE MUSIC 12/13-14 Vinyl Fest, VFW Post 577 and Centennial Lounge If you prefer a needle and a groove to a downloaded series of ones and twos, come browse more than 100 yards of collectible vinyl records during this twoday convention, which will feature wall-to-wall live music from some of Tulsa’s best artists, including Paul Benjaman Band, Desi & Cody, Wink Burcham, And There Stand Empires, Guardant, Lizard Police and DJ Sweet Baby Jaysus. Visit www. vinylfest2013.com for more information and to purchase tickets. Music begins at 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. Record convention and music acts begin at noon on Saturday, Dec. 14.

Matt Cauthron is TulsaPeople’s online editor, a lover of live music and a true believer in the volcano of musical talent currently simmering in Tulsa. You may remember him from such defunct local rock bands as Scissortail, but almost certainly you do not.

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GET THE PICTURE

Notes on local and regional film

Family film A Tulsan’s documentary follows his mother to Panama.

by HEATHER KOONTZ

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Donna Litwack, right, with Paulina, one of the villagers who saved her life in Panama.

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ulsan Zach Litwack’s documentary, “One Life for Another,” tells the journey of his mother, Donna, as she relives her harrowing experience as a 21-yearold Peace Corps volunteer in Panama in the early 1960s.

During her time as a volunteer, Donna helped bring sanitation and health practices to a poverty-stricken village. Though the group consisted of 15 volunteers, Donna was the only Peace Corps member stationed in her village when a group of anti-American rioters stormed the area and threatened her life in January 1964.

In its 29 minutes of footage, the documentary, which was screened at the newly renovated Circle Cinema in late September, captures both the history of Donna’s journey and neardeath experience, as well as her 2008 trip back to Panama, where she attempted to reunite with the villagers who saved her life.

Zach is a Tulsa native and 2001 graduate of The University of Tulsa’s Film Studies program. He earned his Master of Fine Arts in film writing and directing from Columbia College in Chicago before moving back to Tulsa in 2011 to pursue film projects inspired by his childhood in Oklahoma.

“One Life for Another” is his first major documentary project. He has completed dozens of fictional shorts, two of which, “Lost and Found” and “Improvisation,” were featured at the Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner.

Zach says he was inspired by his mother’s journey and decided to

bring a camera with him as he joined her on a return trip to Panama.

“I had heard the story since I was a little kid and always thought about turning it into something,” he says.

“In 2008, it was the 45-year reunion of the Peace Corps in Panama, and I decided to follow my mom there to see what we could find.”

Donna Litwack’s tearful journey back to Panama offers an intimate look at her memories, struggles and gratefulness to the people who saved her.

“(The villagers) changed my life,” Donna says in the film. “These people had nothing, and they were still ready to give it all for me. They would give their lives because that’s all they had.”

Donna’s reunion with one of the villagers present at the riot makes the film a piece of art that will remain with the audience for much longer than its half-hour screen time.

Following her return to the United States in November 1964, Donna still had the desire to help.

She volunteered with the VISTA program in Oklahoma, working with the Cherokee Nation from 1965-1967.

Despite her experience in Panama, she has positive advice for those considering joining the Peace Corps: “If you have a desire to serve others and help people, you will get acclimated to the work. If you have this passion, be yourself and be sincere.”

“One Life for Another” is available for purchase from Zack on DVD, and he is seeking more awareness for the documentary.

“I plan to begin a festival run with the film and look for distribution outlets,” he says. “The Peace Corps is potentially interested in picking up the film for use training incoming volunteers.”

Zack’s other plans include shooting “Good Intentions” in Tulsa in early 2014. The short film will be part of a larger film showcasing the work of Zach and other writers.

He says, “I would love to collaborate with other Tulsa filmmakers to make this film (“Good Intentions”) a project that really showcases what Oklahoma filmmakers are capable of producing.” tþ

Heather Koontz is a graduate of The University of Tulsa’s Film Studies program. She enjoys spending time with her Westie and French bulldog, as well as remodeling her 100-year-old home with her husband, Byron.

ENTERTAINMENT TO APPLAUD

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TULSA! A RADIO CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR maybe on purpose by the station’s resident leading actress, played by Janet Rutland), the KMOK staff has to somehow pull off a Christmas miracle.

Tulsa! features new Christmas songs written and composed by Ungerman.

Courtneay Sanders directs and Suzy Meredith-Orr is musical director.

December 5-7 at 7:30 p.m.

December 7-8 at 2 p.m.

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL Averill and a revolving set designed by Richard Ellis. It’s a heartwarming story of generosity, family and goodwill as one lonely humbug is given the rare chance to change his life and find his heart.

Karl Krause returns as Scrooge, and John Knippers is back in the role of the Spirit of Christmas Present. Cast newcomers include Chris Williams as Bob Crachit.

Edward Durnal directs again with musical direction by Christy Stalcup and choreography by Christina Jenkins.

John Knippers and Karl Krause

EBENEZER SCROOGE, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and Charles Dickens’ other classic characters, both human and spectral, return for ATC’s 36th annual production of A Christmas Carol.

This Tulsa tradition features music by local talents Bob Odle and Richard

Michele Cantrell

IN THIS WORLD premiere by playwright Cody Daigle, it’s Christmas Eve 1949. KMOK, Tulsa’s fourth-mostpopular radio station, is preparing its annual “Radio Christmas Spectacular.” If the show doesn’t bring in more listeners, the station will close on New Year’s Eve. To ensure success, the station’s plucky new intern, Kate (Grace Stump), has coaxed Edith Montclair (Rebecca Ungerman), a famous Broadway actress, to headline the show. But when Edith is incapacitated (maybe by accident,

December 12-13, 17-21, 23 at 7:30 p.m.

December 14-15, 22 at 2 p.m.

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THE EIGHT: REINDEER MONOLOGUES IN THIS DARK, dark Christmas comedy

by Jeff Goode, scandal erupts at the North Pole when one of Santa’s eight tiny reindeer accuses him of sexual harassment.

As mass media descend upon the event, the other members of the sleigh team demand to share their perspectives, and a horrific tale of corruption and perversion emerges, which seems to implicate everyone from the littlest elf to the tainted Saint himself.

With each deer’s confession, the truth behind the shocking allegations becomes clearer and clearer, and murkier and murkier.

December 12-14, 19-21 at 8 p.m.

December 15, 22 at 2 p.m.

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DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR. THEATRE TULSA’S Broadway Bootcamp for kids ages 8-18 culminates with participants starring in a fully staged, all-youth production of Aladdin Jr. This one-act, seven-scene musical is adapted from the animated Disney film Aladdin, based on the well-known folk tale about a magical wishgranting genie who lives in an oil lamp. In Aladdin Jr., Princess Jasmine’s father pressures her to choose a husband from among three visiting princes: Prince Baba of Ganoush, Prince Dahdu Rahn Rahn, and The Prince Formerly Known as “The Artist.” But Jasmine runs away and meets Aladdin, and their magic carpet adventures begin.

Songs from the film that are included in Aladdin Jr. are “Arabian Nights,” “One Jump Ahead,” “Friend Like Me,” “Prince Ali” and “A Whole New World.”

December 13-14 at 7:30 p.m.

December 14-15 at 2 p.m.

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THE NUTCRACKER WITH ITS beloved score by Tchaikovsky and sparkling choreography by Artistic Director Marcello Angelini, Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker is brimming with holiday magic.

Returning elements from last year’s update of this production include new choreography, a larger children’s cast, and the return of the beloved, big-skirted character Mother Ginger.

Young Marie’s fantasy of being swept off her feet by a handsome dancer unfolds in a production that mixes the visuals of a Broadway show with the heartwarming story of a fairytale Christmas. Uniquely set in 1920s Paris, Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker evokes the Art Deco era, an important and glamorous time in Tulsa’s history.

Local children and students join the professional company to help the Mouse King battle the Nutcracker Prince and his toy soldier brigade.

Tulsa Symphony performs live at every performance.

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December 13, 20-22 at 7 p.m.

December 14-15, 21-22 at 2 p.m.

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TULS A SYMPHONY

MOZART AND PROKOFIEV JAMES JUDD, artistic director of the Miami Music Project, makes his Tulsa Symphony debut conducting two epic pieces of music: James Judd

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 and Sergei Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5.

This concert touches an array of emotions with Mozart’s somewhat tragic, passionate symphony countered by Prokofiev’s light hymn to freedom and happiness.

Judd served as principal guest conductor of the Orchestre National de Lille in France and a groundbreaking 14 years as music director of the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra. He led the New Zealand Symphony for eight years, and now holds the title of Music Director Emeritus of that organization.

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Bennett has won 17 Grammys, including the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001. MTV Unplugged: Tony Bennett went platinum and won the 1995 Album of the Year Grammy. He was a Kennedy Center Honoree in 2005 and has sold more than 50 million records worldwide.

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I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE IT’S EVERYTHING you’ve ever secretly thought about love, romance and relationships — but were afraid to say out loud! Told as a series of vignettes, this riotous musical follows the twists and turns of modern-day relationships. As honest as it is hysterical, this is the perfect date night for couples who love to laugh.

Off-Broadway’s second longest-running musical was created by playwright/lyricist Joe DiPietro (Memphis) and composer Jimmy Roberts (The Thing About Men).

To celebrate his 80th birthday in 2006, Bennett recorded the hit album Duets: An American Classic with 18 superstars, including Barbra Streisand, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Celine Dion, Stevie Wonder, and Bono. Duets II with Lady Gaga, John Mayer, Amy Winehouse and others marked his 85th birthday.

Bennett’s daughter, jazz singer Antonia Bennett, will also perform.

January 19 at 7 p.m.

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JOHN O’HURLEY of Seinfeld and Dancing With the Stars performs the role of defense attorney Billy Flynn in Chicago, Broadway’s longest-running American musical (1996 to present).

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The recipient of six Tony Awards, Chicago features music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Ebb and Bob Fosse, and choreography by Ann Reinking in the style of Fosse’s choreography for the original 1975 production.

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January 24 at 8 p.m.

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January 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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February 1 at 8 p.m.

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Pediatric specialist Dr. Michael Chang talks about kids, infections, being a department of one and why he loves his job.

Why did you choose to specialize in pediatric infectious diseases?

I loved pediatrics, and the cases I gravitated to and wanted to read more about were infection-related. The mystery of them piqued my interest.

Take us through a typical day.

A pediatric infectious diseases doctor is involved in everything. I might see an oncology patient who, because of chemotherapy, has an unusual infection.

I visit patients in the intensive care unit who have routine conditions that are more severe, such as a bone or joint infection or heart condition. I work with orthopedic surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons and general surgeons, making sure kids are not infectious before going into surgery.

What does it mean to be the only pediatric infectious diseases specialist in this region?

I hope my expertise and knowledge will help community pediatricians expand their own capabilities. They can refer a complicated case to me. My being here allows that pediatrician to keep that patient relationship and keep the family closer to home for treatment.

What can kids and parents do to help prevent infectious diseases?

Hand washing is still the cornerstone of any infection prevention program, but it’s also important for kids to eat healthy, get enough sleep and be active. Some research suggests being happy and well rested can cut down on anxiety and make the immune system more effective.

You could practice anywhere.

What attracted you to Saint Francis?

I was excited to find this wonderful children’s hospital, as well as a community of pediatricians and of residents that were all excited about having a children’s hospital. That said to me that Saint Francis had a clear vision of how to improve the care of children in this area.

Why would a parent in this community go anywhere else but The Children’s Hospital at Saint Francis?

I can’t imagine. Everyone from pediatricians to support staff is here to take care of kids. The hospital is gorgeous, with beautiful spaces for the kids to feel comfortable and a welcoming environment for the family.

We have access to resources— child life specialists, surgical subspecialties, multiple other pediatric specialists—no other hospital can match.

You won’t find that kind of synergy anywhere else.

“When I trained in Dallas, I saw patients from Tulsa who came all that way for treatment. Now, parents don’t always have to travel to get the specialized care their children need.”

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Medical miracles

Three northeast Oklahomans have amazing stories of survival, thanks to advances in medical knowledge and technology.

by MISSY KRUSE

Getting the flu is no picnic. But for young Cameron Martin of Vinita, it turned into a fight for her life.

In late January 2011, the then-12-year-old developed a bad headache and sore throat — a case of flu that quickly deteriorated into pneumonia, a deadly infection and cardiogenic shock, or severe heart damage. After first being rushed to Craig General Hospital, she was brought to Saint Francis Children’s Hospital, then into its pediatric intensive care unit or PICU, placed on a respirator and then on a heart-lung machine called an ECMO. With the influenza already weakening her body, she became an easy host for MRSA, the abbreviation for a staph germ “that does not get better with the first-line antibiotics that usually cure staph infections,” meaning it is antibiotic-resistant, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Most staph germs are spread by touching, according to the library. While it is found in hospital settings, MRSA also can occur in healthy people.

“Most of these MRSA infections are on the skin or less commonly (in the lungs),” according to the library’s literature, which notes, “Once the staph germ enters the body, it can spread to bones, joints, the blood or any organ, such as the lungs, heart or brain.”

No one knows how Cameron contracted MRSA, but it was part of her condition when she arrived at the hospital, and it was a deadly mix with the flu and pneumonia. From there, she and her family began a journey that seemed only to bring bad news.

“They told us that people don’t live with this,” says Cameron’s mom, Julie.

Twelve to 16 hours after Cameron entered the PICU, “doctors told us she had to be put on

Today Cameron Martin is a varsity cheerleader at Vinita High School. At age 12, Cameron overcame complications from a life-threatening case of the flu, coupled with MRSA and pneumonia.

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the ECMO because she was not going to make it without that machine,” Julie says. “They didn’t give us a very good outlook at all.”

That was an understatement.

“The infection had taken a toll involving multiple organ systems, and she was on many medicines, including antibiotic, antifungal and pain medications,” says Dr. Roopa Thukaram, a pediatric critical care physician who helped oversee Cameron’s treatment.

Cameron was sedated and placed in a medically induced coma “to keep her comfortable and pain free, reducing the stress of the illness and of the ECMO machine.”

During that time, everything seemed to go wrong. Cameron’s toes turned black and she faced possible amputation. Doctors said her lungs were destroyed and that she would need

a lung transplant. The Martins began working to get Cameron on a transplant list. Blood thinners made her susceptible to bleeding. A lung collapsed.

“They told us that after 14 days on an ECMO the risk of organ failure goes through the roof,” Julie says, but with all the other complications, fortunately that was one that did not materialize.

On the 33rd day, Cameron was taken off the ECMO; on the 36th day, she came out of the coma.

“From there she just kept climbing mountains,” her mother says.

However, Cameron’s treatment was far from over. She had a tracheostomy to help her breathe and physical rehabilitation to help her walk again.

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“They told us it would take a month,” Julie says. But Cameron insisted it would only take two weeks. She was right.

By the fall she was ready to return to school.

There have been some additional trips to the hospital and regular visits to a pulmonologist because the MRSA destroyed her lung cilia, the tiny hairs that sweep out debris and infection.

Much like a cystic fibrosis patient, she uses a special machine to help clear her airways.

“We really have to keep an eye on her if she starts coughing,” Julie says.

But Cameron, now 15, knows her limits and monitors herself. That, of course, hasn’t kept her from enjoying her freshman year at Vinita High School. She is a varsity cheerleader and tumbles. What does she remember about the experience? Not much — just getting to Saint Francis and then waking up.

Says Dr. Thukaram, “Cameron has done such a great job with lung function, mental status, muscle strength and tone that it’s truly a great miracle for us that she survived such a high stress (situation) and has not had any delayed effects.”

Along with dedicated staff, Thukaram credits the Martins.

“The family was extremely dedicated and extremely welcoming to any kind of feedback we had on her progress — very hopeful, very supportive and very spiritual — and all that helped,” she says. “Even though a patient is sedated and paralyzed, they can still hear you and feel your presence, and I think the positive vibes and great care they provided made it that much easier for the providers to give her the best care.”

The Martins also had tremendous support from friends. The family created a Facebook page and a Caring Bridge page to keep everyone updated on Cameron’s condition.

Says Julie, “I attribute her full healing to God, because it if wasn’t for him, she wouldn’t be here. Our community rallied around and had a prayer vigil. Every time I put ‘Cameron needs prayers for this,’ they were on it. Heaven was flooded with prayers for her — and he listened.”

“However, it is considerably more complex,” because it involves a heart valve, says Dr. Kamran I. Muhammad, an interventional cardiologist and director of the Structural Heart Disease and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program at Oklahoma Heart Institute.

The TAVR is designed to return the aorta to its normal function and is a lower-risk alternative to open heart valve replacement surgery.

Meehan, a 72-year-old native Tulsan, is an active man who runs his 35-year-old business, Architectural Lighting Sales. He had long suffered with heart disease, and in 2000 underwent a coronary bypass, an open-heart procedure in which surgeons graft a healthy blood vessel from another part of the body to restore blood flow to the heart muscle.

But that wasn’t the end of Meehan’s troubles. He also developed congestive heart failure, which affects nearly 6 million Americans, according to WebMD. The weakened heart simply cannot pump blood with its oxygen and nutrients fast enough to meet the body’s needs.

One cause, the one that affected Meehan, is aortic valve stenosis, the most common heart valvular disease abnormality in the U.S., says Muhammad. Basically, the aorta, the heart’s main valve, hardens or calcifies and narrows, reducing the amount of blood that can exit the heart. Although aortic stenosis affects only 3 to

Heart of the matter When you hear Jim Meehan’s story, you might think this was a man who couldn’t catch a break. But from his perspective, he’s a medical miracle, because a recently approved cardiac procedure saved him when he was days from death.

The lifesaving technique that has returned his life to normal is called “transcatheter aortic valve replacement,” or simply TAVR, something heart patients will likely be hearing more about as it becomes more routine.

Like a stent, which is used to open an artery, a tube/catheter is inserted into the groin and routed to the heart to open the aorta.

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5 percent of people older than 65, it is a slow, chronic condition that can lead to premature death if untreated.

“It is almost as bad or worse than something like lung cancer,” Muhammad says. “Unlike (some cases of ) cancer, the good news is that this is entirely treatable by replacing the bad valve. It gets rid of all the symptoms and brings the patient’s lifespan back to a normal (one).”

Most patients with aortic stenosis can be treated through open-heart surgery, but “because it’s a disease of older folks, a lot of people ... have accumulated other medical conditions, so they can’t have the traditional treatment through open-heart surgery ... which has been around for decades,” he says. Their multiple issues make them high risk.

Meehan was one of these patients. Two years or so after his bypass surgery, he developed a heart murmur, an indication that the aortic valve was starting to leak.

“It didn’t bother me for a few years,” he says, but eventually symptoms caught up with him — reduced kidney function and severe shortness of breath. It affected his work and his leisure time. He and his wife, Paula, “like to go to New York for a Yankees game every year, and it got to the point where I couldn’t even do that because of the exertion of walking,” he says.

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renowned for the type of surgery we were looking at,” Meehan says.

After a complete workup, physicians there agreed he was a high-risk candidate for openheart surgery to replace his narrowed aortic valve. To confound his situation, the clinic called as the Meehans were on their way back to Tulsa to tell them that tests showed he had lung cancer.

“It was a blessing in disguise,” he says, “because they caught it early enough.”

But the cancer diagnosis required another open chest operation, a second strike against treating the valve. In late August 2011, Meehan underwent surgery to remove a cancerous lobe, and is now cancer-free. However, it took him two to three months to begin to feel better, and simultaneously the weak aortic valve began to “really get bad,” he remembers.

While in Cleveland, doctors had told him about the TAVR procedure, but at the time “I wasn’t really bad enough” to qualify for a method that was then considered experimental, Meehan explains.

He had also heard about Dr. Muhammad, who had been part of the Cleveland Clinic staff before being recruited to Oklahoma Heart to start a TAVR program. When OHI offered a seminar on TAVR, Meehan signed up and was sold on the idea. He scheduled an appointment with Muhammad. As part of the process, Meehan was required to see a thoracic surgeon, who gave him a mere 20 percent survival rate for an open-heart operation.

“That really convinced me I shouldn’t do that,” Meehan says, “unless they couldn’t get the (TAVR valve), and then that 20 percent looked pretty good.”

Because TAVR was new, having just been approved by Medicare, there were mountains of forms.

“I spent a couple of weeks in the hospital waiting for paperwork to be completed,” he says. “I told Dr. Muhammad if he didn’t hurry up, I wasn’t going to be here to participate.”

Fortunately, Meehan was accepted and became the seventh patient to undergo TAVR at Oklahoma Heart Institute. After three days in the hospital and three more at home, he returned to work. He is no longer limited in his activities and recently completed a home remodeling job, tearing down drywall and putting up cabinets.

“They asked me at the hospital how I felt, and my best description was ‘normal,’” he says.

And it just gets better every day.

Unexpected danger Ryan Swindell has always been into sports — football, baseball, snowboarding. So when the then-19-year-old Oklahoma State University student, his brother Brett and some friends 118

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A wakeboarding accident left Ryan Swindell, left, in grave condition. His brother, Brett, shown with Ryan, helped pull him into the boat after the accident.

decided to spend a day at Lake Oologah, it was just another opportunity for him to enjoy the outdoors and one of his favorite pastimes, wakeboarding.

The sport involves elements of waterskiing and surfing. Instead of riding waves, the aim is to jump the wake of a boat and perform other stunts. Swindell considers himself athletic, but this day he wasn’t so lucky.

“Wakeboards have sharp edges,” he says. “I caught the front edge of the board and whiplashed head first into the water.”

Although the boat that carried his buddies was going only 20 miles per hour, it was enough to change Ryan’s life.

“They say water can feel like concrete,” he says.

Knocked unconscious, Swindell awoke “feeling funny. I saw my left arm floating in the water; I tried to move my left side and nothing moved; I couldn’t feel anything. My entire left side was paralyzed.”

He saw his friends pulling around in the boat, laughing.

“They didn’t know anything was wrong,” he recalls. “I tried to tell them, but I couldn’t speak.

I had to lift my arm and show them it was dead (weight).”

Although rattled, his friends and brother pulled him into the boat and called 911 for an ambulance to meet them at the dock. To make matters worse, the boat had engine trouble, slowing their trip.

At St. John Medical Center, emergency physicians called for tests, including an MRI, and placed him on blood thinners. Though his paralysis waned after a day or so, Swindell was in the hospital for a week and a half, he says.

By the fourth day he was doing better and had started speech therapy to relearn to talk.

But then, “Hanging out with my family in my room, I had a seizure,” causing a second stroke, he says. The blood thinners were breaking up the blood clot and moving through his

arteries, but in another week and a half, “I was doing really good,” he says.

Doctors let him go home, while keeping him on medications. But one day, relaxing at a friend’s house, he stood up and walked to another room. He tried to speak, “but all that came out was mush,” Swindell remembers.

Just what had happened to cause this unusual series of strokes in such a young person?

The head trauma from Swindell’s wakeboarding incident “caused a partial tearing of his carotid artery, which is a large blood vessel that supplies blood to almost half of his brain,” says Dr. Anna Wanahita, co-medical director of St. John Heyman Stroke Center and medical director of the hospital’s stroke service. “The partial tear and the resulting changes of physiological flow made a clot accumulate on the injured area, increasing his risk for a stroke. The clot broke loose, traveled up to Ryan’s brain, blocked blood vessels and caused an ischemic stroke.”

Ninety percent of strokes are classified as ischemic, Wanahita says. (The other type, hemorrhagic, is caused by a burst blood vessel.)

However, in either type, “stroke is not the final diagnosis since there is a cause that needs to be investigated,” she explains.

Because the elderly are considered the stereotypical stroke patient, younger people can be misdiagnosed. In fact, the causes of a stroke vary and can happen at any age, Wanahita says.

Although Swindell’s stroke occurred because of a freak accident, more young people are having strokes while older people are having fewer, according to the American Stroke Association, citing data from ASA’s 2010 International Stroke Conference. The St. John Heyman Center’s data shows 15 percent of its stroke patients are under age 45, Wanahita says.

Greater awareness and improved detection tools may account for some of the increase, but it also could be due to additional risk factors — use of tobacco or illicit substances, obesity, unhealthy eating habits or lack of exercise, she says.

Swindell’s harrowing experience occurred nearly three years ago. Thanks to therapy, his after effects are few, he reports. He also credits the ongoing help of family and friends. His fingers don’t move as quickly and he cannot do little things with his left hand. Unfortunately, he’s a southpaw.

“One of the challenges is getting my writing back,” he says. He is focusing on finishing his degree with plans to become an optometrist, which he has wanted to do since high school.

As to extracurricular activities, he has adopted “a more conservative lifestyle,” he says. “I was extremely active before ... I can’t do those things anymore. My neurologists won’t give me the green light.”

Oh, he may go back to the lake, but he certainly won’t be doing any more wakeboarding. tþ

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Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICINE, PULMONARY R. Keith Wilson 7666 E. 61st St., Ste. 500 918-459-1306

ANATOMIC-CLINICAL PATHOLOGYDERMATOPATHOLOGY Ashley D. Gable 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571

ALLERGY Kathryn C. Brown 9311 S. Mingo Road 918-307-1613

ANATOMIC-CLINICAL PATHOLOGY, CYTOPATHOLOGY Wes Mooring 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-2553

Rumali S. Medagoda 9311 S. Mingo Road 918-307-1613 Lynn A. Wiens 6160 S. Yale Ave., First Floor 918-495-2636 ALLERGYIMMUNOLOGY James T. Love 1727 S. Utica Ave. 918-307-1613

ANATOMIC-SURGICAL PATHOLOGY Brian J. Bock 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 ANESTHESIOLOGY John L. Aldridge 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Lodie G. Naimeh 9311 S. Mingo Road 918-307-1613

Scott E. Ames 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Timothy J. Nickel 9311 S. Mingo Road 918-307-1613

William P. Bailey 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Jane Purser 9311 S. Mingo Road 918-307-1613

John R. Barnes 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY Henry D. Haskell 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-2553

Jason P. Biggs 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-744-2618

ANATOMIC-CLINICAL PATHOLOGY Cynthia L. Holmes 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 Stephanie C. Holt 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 Sarah G. McGinn 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-2553 Madhusudan G. Rao 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 367, Ameripath 918-579-7795 Sean L. Smith 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 367 918-579-7799 Cindi R. Starkey 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 Laura E. Van Newkirk 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 Sigrid Wayne 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571

Joshua G. Black 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Gebhard H. Blum 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Gary W. Breipohl 2222 E. 45th Place 918-691-2335 Scott E. Burns 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Stephen B. Campbell 15 W. 22nd St. 918-794-5517 Graham D. Chadd 3433 S. Atlanta Place 918-742-7662 James C. Connors 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Robert M. Coon 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 James S. Day 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-728-6145 Gisele C. Dougherty 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 W. Powell Dudney 5125 E. 104th Place S. 918-298-0750

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Christopher D. Emerson 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Joseph M. Palmeri 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Eric D. Engles 4217 S. Wheeling Ave. 918-747-2118

Diane L. Pentecost 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Thomas D. Gillock 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Jeri L. Ramey 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

James W. Greenawalt 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Michael G. Royce 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Mark W. Halterman 1120 S. Utica Ave., Anesthesiology Department 918-579-8344

Bruce C. Saxon 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

James G. Hansard 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Kevin M. Hook 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Reginald G. Scott 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612 Neal W. Siex 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Lynne H. Imhoff 918-743-4943

Richard W. Smarinsky 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Collette Jones 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Charles V. Stewart 3165 E. 86th St. 918-299-4699

Rainer Kohrs 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Harold L. Stratton 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Robert L. Kranz 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

William G. Watson 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Bradley D. Lambrecht 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Luiz Weksler 1120 S. Utica Ave. 918-579-8344

Jeff D. Lindsay 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Matthew A. Wenger 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-664-9892

Gregory Marino 1611 S. Utica Ave., PMB 217 918-744-2618

Kent A. Woolard 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Clinton K. Mason 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Julie Z. Woosley 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-664-9892

Kevin J. McKeown 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

David S. Young 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Melville M. Mercer 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

ANESTHESIOLOGYPAIN MANAGEMENT Bradley G. Christianson 4800 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-742-2502

Debra L. Morgan 5404 E. 104th Place 918-298-8427 William B. Morgan 8814 S. Lakewood Court 918-521-4600 Dennis W. Morris 6839 S. Canton Ave. 918-494-0612

Karen J. Morgan-Vanderlick 7739 S. Galveston Ave. 918- 933-5413 BREAST SURGERY John R. Frame 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 1500 918-392-7950 James B. Lockhart 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

BREAST SURGICAL ONCOLOGY Laurie W. Flynn 1245 S. Utica Ave., Second Floor 918-579-3840 LaNette F. Smith 1836 E. 15th St. 918-585-5658 CARDIOVASCULAR William C. Burnett 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 400 918-403-7100 John F. Coyle 2215 E. 30th Place 918-749-3002 James R. Higgins 7912 E. 31st St., Ste. 320 918-496-8499 John G. Ivanoff 10505 E. 91st St., Ste. 208 918-494-8500 Edward Martin 9228 S. Mingo Road, Ste. 200 918-592-0999 C. William McEntee 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1304 918-494-5300 J. Frederick McNeer 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 808 918-502-4775 Jose R. Medina 2202 E. 30th Place 918-745-2147 Edward J. Morris 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. A100 918-494-8500 J. Andrew Roye 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1304 918-494-5300 Steve C. Scott 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 500 918-748-7650 CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES Gregory A. Hill 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. A100 918-494-8500 CHILD NEUROLOGY David J. Siegler 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 320 918-493-3300 COLON-RECTAL SURGERY Rodney L. Clingan 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 502 918-748-7800 Scott A. Fengler 4735 E. 91st St., Ste. 200 918-794-4788 Stuart D. Hoff 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 300 918-748-7580 Craig S. Johnson 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Marc S. Rocklin 4735 E. 91st St., Ste. 200 918-794-4788 COSMETIC SURGERY Angelo Cuzalina 7322 E. 91st St. 918-392-0880 James R. Koehler 7322 E. 91st St. 918-392-9988 CYTOPATHOLOGY Ryan L. Hendren 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 DERMATOLOGY David M. Adelson 4444 E. 41st St., Ste. 2B 918-619-4000 Jeff Alexander 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 503 918-494-8333 Lynn A. Anderson 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 702 918-728-3100 John R. Ashley 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2688 Mary M. Christian 9306 S. Toledo Court, Ste. 100 918-494-0400 G. Pete Dosser 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 522 918-492-8301 Lawrence J. Gregg P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 Christina G. Kendrick P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 Mark D. Lehman P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 Kelli A. Lovelace P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 David B. Minor 1516 S. Yorktown Place 918-712-8888 George W. Monks P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 M. Melissa Morgan 1621 S. Eucalyptus Ave., Ste. 202, Broken Arrow 918-459-7546 Kristen R. Rice 3915 E. 51st St. 918-749-5714 Bernard N. Robinowitz 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 335 918-492-8980 Donald R. Seidel P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261

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Tulsa County Medical Society Miranda E. Smith 3915 E. 51st St. 918-749-5714 Steven A. Smith 9940 E. 81st St., Ste. 100 918-664-9881 Ashwini K. Vaidya P.O. Box 52588 918-749-2261 DERMATOLOGYMOHS SURGERY Scott W. Meyers 1440 Terrace Drive 918-293-9966 DERMATOLOGYSKIN CANCER-MOHS SURGERY Edward H. Yob 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 335 918-307-0215 DEVELOPMENTAL PEDIATRICS Edward E. Gustavson 1220 N. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918- 924-5213 DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY Tate B. Allen 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1600 Penni A. Barrett 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 410 918-502-9506 M. Cristie Carstens P.O. Box 4975 918-743-8838 Vicki S. Chain 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171 Michael E. Clouser 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1601

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

Richard L. Laughlin 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171

Thomas E. Wiley 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838

Jack H. Brown P.O. Box 1147, Sand Springs 918-246-3456

Susan A. Mehnert-Kay 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4600

Michael A. Lawless 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943

EMERGENCY MEDICINE Doyle D. Bender 2929 S. Garnett Road 918-665-1520

Donald E. Cohen 3345 S. Harvard Ave. 918-200-3174

James S. Millar 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4600

Laura L. Lee 6605 S. Yale Ave., Saint Francis Imaging 918-481-4777

Charles A. Farmer 1923 S. Utica Ave., Emergency Department 918-625-7313

Debra S. Colpitt 10512 N. 110th E. Ave., Ste. 300, Owasso 918-376-8900

Louis E. Mulkey 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4600

Steven B. Leonard 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1601

Kimberly R. Gage 5614 E. 80th Place 918-488-0192

Patrick D. Lester 1228 E. 21st Place 918-496-5000 Timothy A. Lind 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 Elizabeth V. Macedo 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 Jason D. Martens 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 300 918-728-6145 Jack J. Mocnik 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 Harish K. Patel 11271 S. 72nd E. Place, Bixby 918-743-8835 Frank E. Rabe 8282 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 918-254-5525 Jonathan C. Schnitker 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171 David G. Schwarz 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943

Michael K. Cole 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171

Steven E. Sheffner 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1601

John F. Fitter P.O. Box 4939 918-743-8943

Jeff S. Stafira 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838

David J. Harris 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838

Randall H. Stickney 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-388-1208

Kim R. Hauger 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838

Robert A. Streight 8282 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 918-254-5525

Mark A. Janzen 8282 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 928-254-5525

Stuart K. Strickland 8282 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 918-254-5525

Anne E. Kozlowski 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943

Philip J. Traino P.O. Box 4975 918-743-8838

Ronald C. Krieger P.O. Box 4975 918-494-1614

Nhan P. Truong 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1601

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Merlin J. Kilbury 2224 S. Boston Ave., Ste. 119 918-605-5716 Frank B. Parks 6640 S. 76th E. Ave. 918-629-3403 John C. Sacra 7911 S. Hudson Place 918-493-3328 W. Craig Sanford 2402 S. Cincinnati Ave. 918-585-5457 ENDO-DIABETES & METABOLISM David W. Harris 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3140

Ruth Crumley 9114 E. 37th Ct. 918-664-2292 Marilyn K. Culp 9245 S. Mingo Road 918-392-7500 Lauren Y. Devoe 7912 E. 31st Court, First Floor 918-743-8200 John K. Gearhart 6528 E. 101st St., Ste. 1 918-392-5588 David W. Griffiths 7912 E. 31st Court, Second Floor 918-743-8200 Randall W. Herbel 3218 S. 79th E. Ave., Ste. 200 918-728-6880

Patrick L. Murphy 8414 E. 101st St. 918-369-3200 Joseph M. Nicholson 10109 E. 79th St. 918-286-5975 Aletha C. Oglesby 9245 S. Mingo Road 918-392-7500 Ronald N. Oglesby 1551 N. Ninth St., Broken Arrow 918-355-7900 Darwin D. Olson 7912 E. 31st Court, Second Floor 918-743-8200 Robert A. Paulsen 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. LL-100 918-748-7890

FAMILY PRACTICEGERIATRICS Michael C. Foster 7912 E. 31st St., First Floor 918-743-8200 FAMILY PRACTICESLEEP MEDICINE Michael B. Newnam 7912 E. 31st Court, Second Floor 918-743-8200 FAMILY PRACTICE, EMERGENCY MEDICINE Jess T. Roy 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 220 918-743-8200 FORENSIC-GENERAL PSYCHIATRY Harold M. Ginzburg 3006 S. Yorktown Ave. 504-858-0066 GASTROENTEROLOGY Haresh K. Ajmera 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 500 918-744-8115 Peter P. Aran 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-8468 Matt M. Blankenship 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 390 918-615-3400

Christopher C. Hunter 2617 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918-455-4551

Roberta A. Rau 800 W. Boise Circle, Ste. 290, Broken Arrow 918-893-1450

Douglas J. Ivins 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4708

Richard A. Reinking 3910 E. 51st St. 918-497-3500

Brandon A. Conkling 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

Tobie L. Bresloff 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 500 918-748-7560

Luster I. Jacobs 2929 S. Garnett Road 918-665-1520

C. David Rogers 1506 Pecan Circle, Broken Arrow 918-449-8778

Eric L. Cottrill 10505 E. 91st St., Ste. 200 918-307-3144

Andrew S. Khouw 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3140

Keith A. Jesiolowski 8414 E.101st St. 918-663-6228

Don R. Roller 4720 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 102 918-744-0194

Gary L. Hills 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 700 918-749-4887

FAMILY MEDICINE Christopher Y. Chow 1551 N. Ninth St., Broken Arrow 918-355-7900

Pete Jones P.O. Box 703024 918-425-8600

James Russell 308 S. Main St., Sapulpa 918-224-3081

D. Michael King 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2629

Kenneth A. Muckala 7912 E. 31st Court, First Floor 918-743-8200

Walter F. Kempe 9100 N. Garnett Road, Ste. D, Owasso 918-272-0440

Richard D. Scott 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 850 918-481-7700

Douglas B. Kliewer 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

William E. Stringer 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 850 918-481-7700

Lance C. King 11911 S. Memorial Drive, Bixby 918-497-3700

Scott H. Sexter 3910 E. 51st St. 918-497-3500

Christopher R. Lynch 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 255 918-294-6840

FAMILY PRACTICE Christopher W. Abshere 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2600

Joseph H. Koenig 13600 E. 86th St. N., Ste. 400, Owasso 918-272-2247

David S. Sholl 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 220 918-744-0225

Markham L. Nightengale 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

Gaurangi M. Anklesaria 817 S. Elm Place, Ste. 104, Broken Arrow 918-251-9698

Paul M. Krautter 7912 E. 31st Court, Second Floor 918-743-8200

Jack M. Sommers 218 W. Sixth St. 918-594-5200

Richard W. Seifert 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 909 918-584-0123

John W. Tipton 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4715

Paul D. Stanton 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

Patrick VanSchoyck 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 140 918-743-8200

Harvey A. Tatum 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 701 918-582-6544

Susan C. Willard 9001 S. 101st E. Ave. 918-392-5600

Patrick R. Volak 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

ENDOCRINOLOGY Barbara A. Baker 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3140

Kris Armstrong 12702 E. 86th St. N., Owasso 918-274-9300 Sharon S. Barnes 13600 E. 86th St. N., Owasso 918-272-2247

Brent W. Laughlin 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 404 918-748-7640 Lawrence H. Lieberman 7912 E. 31st St., Ste. 200 918-743-8200 Robert M. Mahaffey 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 200 918-622-2057

Christian D. Clark 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1002 918-481-4700

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Robert T. Wells 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 701 918-582-6544

Michael S. Lowe 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 400 918-599-8200

Kenneth M. Chekofsky 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 202 918-494-4460

GENERAL SURGERYCRITICAL CARE Steven B. Katsis 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

J. Michael McGee 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 280 918-294-8000

Michael B. Clendenin 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 900 918-749-1418

Mark R. Meese 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Brent C. Nossaman 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

Rocky M. Morgan 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505

HEMATOLOGYONCOLOGY Ayman Barakat 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

GENERAL & LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY Gregory R. Pittman 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 320 918-294-8000 GENERAL PEDIATRIC Lisa E. Hart 2424 E. 21st St., Ste. 340 918-745-0501 GENERAL PRACTICE Robert L. Shepler 8115 S. Memorial Drive 918-254-6315 GENERAL PRACTICEBARIATRICS Frederick H. Northrop 8523 E. 11th St., Ste. A 918-836-3355 GENERAL SURGERY Michael R. Arroyo 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Justin T. Atherton 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Lawrence C. Brotherton 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Stephen D. Bruns 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Weera Chainakul 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 400 918-599-8200 Christopher L. Cole 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Susan A. Rose 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Patrick J. Ross 1725 E. 19th St. Ste. 800 918-301-2505 Roger A. Siemens 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800 W. Christopher Sutterfield 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800 Debra L. Van Zandt 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-1805 Brandon D. Varnell 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800 Raymond A. Zekauskas 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505 GENERAL SURGERYADMINISTRATION David B. Thomas 6161 S. Yale Ave., Administration 918-494-1465 GERIATRICS, FAMILY PRACTICE D. Price Kraft 10507 E. 91st St. S., Ste. 210 918-307-5450

Steven A. Feher 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 406 918-502-9140

GYNECOLOGY ONCOLOGY Yew C. Choo 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

Kevin T. Fisher 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-418-4800

Mark C. Genesen 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

Michael W. Griffin 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Michael A. Gold 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

Timothy W. Hepner 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 800 918-301-2505

Daron G. Street 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200

Ronald E. Jackson 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

GYNECOLOGYWOMEN’S HEALTH Kathleen A. Glaze 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 514 918-583-6868

James A. Johnson 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 400 918-599-8200 John L. King 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 406 918-502-9140

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HAND SURGERY James F. Bischoff 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Scott W. Cole 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Jeffrey S. DeLo 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Melinda S. Dunlap 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Mark R. Olsen 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 HEMATOPATHOLOGY Lawrence R. Johnson 4142 S. Mingo Road, Pathology Lab 918-744-2553 INFECTIOUS DISEASE William J. Lewis 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 812 918-494-9486 Debra L. Murray 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 812 918-494-9486 Peter A. Okwuasaba 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-615-3750 Brannon L. Raney 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 812 918-494-9486 Mark D. Rowland 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 812 918-494-9486 David N. Scheck 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 800 918-582-6343 Kelley M. Struble 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 812 918-494-9486 INFECTIOUS DISEASE-MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION Stanley N. Schwartz 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-488-6062 INFERTILITYGYNECOLOGY Judith L. Blackwell 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200 INHERITED METABOLIC DISORDERS James G. Coldwell 918-299-2865

INTERNAL & ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE Jerome E. Block 6048 S. Sheridan Road, Ste. D 918-591-3891

Robert B. Hauger 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 600 918-491-5990

Tito A. Razdan 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 312 918-502-7050

Paul G. Hendrix 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1000 918-748-8767

Joe L. Reese 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1150 918-494-9425

Philip J. Hess 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 704 918-502-4250

Ronald B. Saizow 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3095

Lisa M. Baldwin 10109 E. 79th St. 918-286-5000

Donald J. Higgins 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4944

Tracy T. Smith 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 200 918-748-7600

Kami L. Barton 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 704 918-502-4250

Riley M. Hill 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 152, Broken Arrow 918-449-3720

Edward L. Taylor 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 3711 918-392-9968

INTERNAL MEDICINE James K. Bailey 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1150 918-494-9425

Deborah J. Beeson 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 302 918-748-7585 Francine J. Burghart 796 Charles Page Blvd., Sand Springs 918-245-2286

T. Karl Hoskison 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3467 John E. Hubner 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1100 918-742-5533

Christopher B. Teter 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 975 918-502-9727 David A. Traub 7614 E. 91st St., Ste. 180 918-494-9994

Dan E. Calhoun 6964 S. 69th E. Ave. 918-499-4800

Michael L. Hubner 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1100 918-712-8111

Ranilo L. Vasquez 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 260, Broken Arrow 918-449-3700

Chisoo Choi P.O. Box 470450 918-438-4257

Jamal N. Hyder 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 501 918-745-6990

Michael A. Weisz 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4175

Robert L. Cossman 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1000 918-748-8467

Martina J. Jelley 4502 E. 41st St., Internal Medicine, Third Floor 918-660-3456

Jian Xing 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 704 918-502-4250

Robert B. Coye 4209 N. Battle Creek Drive, Broken Arrow Brent D. Dennis 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 600 918-491-5990 Richard A. Doss 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 705 918-748-1350 F. Daniel Duffy 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3095 Stephen G. Fincher 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 704 918-502-4250 Christine E. Franden 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 312 918-502-7050 Jeffrey L. Galles 10512 N. 110th E. Ave., Third Floor, Owasso 918-376-8900 Mark A. Galles 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1150 918-494-9425 Stephen J. Gawey 1819 E. 19th St., Ste. 302 918-742-0552 Michael S. Gebetsberger 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 230 918-392-5470 Linda Goldenstern 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 700 918-748-7630

Julia A. Karlak 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 602 918-748-7677 Jerome M. Long 9322 E. 41st St. 918-628-2500 Richard N. Marple 6804 S. Canton Ave., Ste. 250 918-496-8052

William H. Yarborough 4444 E. 41st St. 918-619-4400 INTERNAL MEDICINEPEDIATRIC-MEDICAL INFORMATICS David C. Kendrick 4502 E. 41st St., Office of the Dean 918-660-3096

David C. Martin 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 602 918-748-7677

INTERNAL MEDICINEPEDIATRICS Janhavi S. Rao 9245 S. Mingo Road 918-392-7500

Tariq Masood 1245 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 101 918-382-2539

Darren A. Thomas 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 302 918-748-7585

Gary A. McBryde 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 260, Broken Arrow 918-449-3700

INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MEDICINE Bhadresh L. Bhakta 8556 E. 101st E. Ave., Ste. A 918-369-5511

Gerard J. McNulty 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4944 James C. Mizell 6964 S. 69th E. Ave. 918-499-4800 David M. Nierenberg 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 501 918-293-3154 Anu R. Prabhala 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-497-3140 Wayne H. Pue 8414 E. 101st St. 918-369-3200

INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY Herbert E. Hamilton 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838 Thomas W. White 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171 MATERNAL-FETAL MEDICINE Christine F. Blake 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY Steven C. Buck 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Alan M. Keller 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Pamela C. Landon 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 402 918-579-3850 John H. Lohrey 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Scott A. McHam 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Ali H. Moussa 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Jennifer L. O’Stasik 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Charles M. Strnad 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Jennifer E. Trottman 11212 E. 48th St. 918-556-3000 Kevin S. Weibel 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 MEDICALBIOCHEMICAL GENETICS Michael A. Kayser 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1015 918-502-2280 MUSCULOSKELETAL RADIOLOGY James R. Webb 6550 E. 71st St., Ste. 200 918-260-9322 NEONATAL-PERINATAL MEDICINE Michael R. Gomez 4502 E. 41st St., Room 2A31 918-660-3401 Ricardo Miranda 3864 W. Hilton Road, Sapulpa 918-744-2725 Ali M. Siddiqui 1923 S. Utica Ave. 918-744-2725 NEONATOLOGY Rachel M. Davis-Jackson 1120 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 2123 918-579-5402 NEPHROLOGY Sunil Agrawal 1124 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-592-0296 Zubair Ahmad 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 510 918-742-5600 Reza J. Azadi 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760

Kusum Bhandari 1124 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-592-0296

David G. Malone 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 706 918-794-5542

Janet E. Biggs 1124 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-592-0296

John S. Marouk 2128 S. Atlanta Place 918-583-5131

James E. Bourdeau 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760

Frank J. Tomecek 6802 S. Olympia Ave., Ste. 300 918-749-0762

Mary Ann Cameron 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760

Ronald E. Woosley 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 200 918-748-7854

Charles J. Foulks 4444 E. 41st St. 918-660-3460

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY-SPINE James A. Rodgers 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 709 918-481-4965

Jay Fu 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760 Robert M. Gold 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760 Diptesh R. Gupta 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760 Rajat Kaul 1124 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-529-0296 Thomas C. Kenkel 1124 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-592-0296 Irfan K. Kundi 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 510 918-747-5200 Bobby K. Muthalaly 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 510 918-747-5200 Betcy Thomachan 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 510 918-747-5200 Anand D. Udupa 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 507 918-481-2760 NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY Benjamin G. Benner 6767-A S. Yale Ave. 918-492-7587 Daniel J. Boedeker 6767 S. Yale Ave., Ste. A 918-492-7587 Scott T. Dull 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 200 918-748-7854 David A. Fell 6767-A S. Yale Ave. 918-492-7587 Allan S. Fielding 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1110 918-294-0080 Steven E. Gaede 6802 S. Olympia Ave., Ste. 300 918-749-0762 Douglas R. Koontz 6767-A S. Yale Ave. 918-492-7587

NEUROLOGY John E. Cattaneo 591 E. 36th St. N. 918-619-8717

NEUROLOGY-NEUROREHABILITATION Jorge A. Gonzalez 8110 S. Yale Ave. 918-488-0990 OB/GYN Ray C. Babb 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 605 918-481-4860 Jonathan M. Baldwin 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 205 918-858-0008 J. Martin Beal 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641 Melanie R. Blackstock 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 310 918-236-3000 J. Clark Bundren 5555 E. 71st St., Ste. 6220 918-492-6000

Gregory S. Connor 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 620 918-481-4781

Jon C. Calvert 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 300 918-749-0804

James W. Dean 8110 S. Yale Ave. 918-488-0990

William R. Campbell 9029 S. Hudson Ave. 918-481-0022

Todd B. Dunaway 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 707 918-747-7517

Angela D. Christy 7912 E. 31st Court, Third Floor 918-743-8200

Jeanne M. Edwards 1717–B S. Utica Ave., Ste. 200 918-712-7900

Grant R. Cox 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Harold E. Goldman 6216 S. Lewis Ave., Ste. 109 918-743-4799

Robin M. Cox 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 245 918-250-2033

Shashi A. Husain 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 520 918-587-5534

Joseph R. Cunningham 1400 S. Boston Ave., BlueCross 918-551-2421

Michael Karathanos 591 E. 36th St. N. 918-619-8717

Patricia A. Daily 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 815 918-492-1001

Kevin J. Klos 7302 S. Yale Ave. 918-392-4530

Ralph W. Day 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-8350

Ord J. Mitchell 8110 S. Yale Ave. 918-488-0990

Nirupama K. De Silva 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200

L. Keith Simmons 9709 E. 79th St. 918- 994-4000

Rebecca E. Deaton 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Jerome B. Wade P.O. Box 2169 918-587-5100

Melissa A. Dietz 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200

Randall M. Webb 8110 S. Yale Ave. 918-488-0990

Jennifer H. Donnelly 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

NEUROLOGY & PSYCHIATRY Ralph W. Richter 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 406 918-743-4374

Randolph C. Elliott 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 815 918-492-1001

NEUROLOGYAEROSPACE MEDICINE John D. Hastings 5563 S. Lewis Ave., Ste. 100 918-742-4100

Lynn E. Frame 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 707 918-749-1413 Mark I. Frost 3902 E. 51st St. 918-497-3400

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Paul J. Gehring 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Stacy L. Noland 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200

Jennifer W. Gibbens 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200

Lana H. Oglesbee 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 615 918-502-4600

Rachel L. Gibbs 3902 E. 51st St. 918-497-3400

Daran L. Parham 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 707 918-749-1413

Karen P. Gold 4502 E. 41st St. 918-619-4203

Trisha L. Parks 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 610 918-556-6500

Gena C. Gray 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Cheryl C. Razdan 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 610 918-556-6500

Kenneth E. Hamilton 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 815 918-492-1001

Lauralee H. Ribaudo 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Mark L. Harman 4444 E. 41st St., Ste. 1700 918-582-0884

Rita B. Sanders 4800 W. Quincy, Ste. 100, Broken Arrow 918-254-7222

William K. Harris 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 205 918-858-0008 Kathleen A. Heffron 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200 Ruth A. Hoover 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 650 918-502-7200 Marsha K. Howerton 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 310 918-236-3000 Lori A. Hubbard 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641 J. Stephen Jones 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 601 918-502-4636 Mary C. Kirk 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 310 918-236-3000 Tracey L. Lakin 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200 Patricia E. Lodes 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-748-7570 Darla J. Lofgren 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 350 918-293-6200 Donald E. Loveless 3902 E. 51st St. 918-497-3400 Teressa J. McHenry 2605 W. Main St., Jenks 918-298-2336 A. Cole Nilson 10011 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 100 918-299-5151

Denise L. Shaw 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 650 918-502-7200 Shelley D. Shoun 7912 E. 31st Court, Third Floor 918-743-8200 Bruce L. Splane 3902 E. 51st St. 918-497-3400 Robert S. Sterling 10011 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 100 918-299-5151 Kenneth E. Wiemar 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-748-7570 Jay M. Williamson 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641 Terry L. Zanovich 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641 OB/GYN HOSPITALIST, OB/GYN Lora J. Larson 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-2226 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE William R. Gillock 7170 S. Braden, Ste. 175 918-481-0994 Karen G. Smallwood Ryan 15205 E. 86th St. N., Owasso 918-594-6500 Steven N. Swyden 6161 S. Yale Ave., Saint Francis Employee Health 918-502-8383 OCCUPATIONALENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE William T. Campbell P.O. Box 1221, Sand Springs 918-245-6204

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Tulsa County Medical Society OPHTHALMOLOGYOCULOPLASTIC SURGERY Gerard J. Hunter 1717 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 101 918-747-0289 OPHTHALMOLOGY Ray M. Balyeat 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 400 918-749-2220

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

R. Tyler Boone 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Alan G. Lewis 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Richard M. Stamile 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

William P. Sawyer 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

Michael R. Harvey 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-2553

Christopher A. Browne 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Jay D. Lorton 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Wesley M. Stotler 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

Christopher R. Siemens 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

Sarah E. Henry 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571

Mark A. Capehart 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Brian E. Lovelace 12455 E. 100th St. N., Ste. 190, Owasso 918-272-9464

Richard D. Thomas 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

Atul M. Vaidya 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

Garrett E. Watts 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 456, Broken Arrow 918-451-3000

OTOLARYNGOLOGYHEAD & NECK Thomas V. Nunn 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 165 918-459-8824

Walter L. LaMar 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553

Todd A. Brockman 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 403 918-742-5513

James D. Cash 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767

John D. Bryan 7171 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 102 918-481-6630

Marcy W. Clements 4812 E. 109th E. Ave. 918-451-1100

Charles W. Garrett 6606 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 205 918-477-6088

Thomas G. Craven 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767

Marc A. Goldberg 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1010 918-584-4433

Kevin M. Dukes 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

Walter J. Peters 8131 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 918-307-0496

Scott J. Dunitz 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

B. Ben Pettigrove 6606 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 220 918-492-4122

Eugene G. Feild 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1315 918-481-7770

Ned M. Reinstein 7171 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 101 918-492-8111

Jeff A. Fox 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767

James F. Ronk 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 215 918-492-8455

Sami R. Framjee 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 1110 918-742-7339

Lee E. Schoeffler 7171 S. Yale Ave. 918-492-0066

James L. Griffin 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

David L. Schwartz 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 401 918-749-6461

Bryan J. Hawkins 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767

Mark J. Weiss 1717 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 107, Building B 918-742-2428

Randall L. Hendricks 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY-TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT Ronald S. LaButti 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767 ORTHOPEDIC SPINE SURGERY Steven C. Anagnost 9709 E. 79th St. S. 918-994-4000 William C. Clark 4812 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Richard L. Drake 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Jaafar M. Bazih 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Bradford L. Boone 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

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David R. Hicks 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767 Alan W. Holderness 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 Gregory R. Holt 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 Ronald G. Hood 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Antoine I. Jabbour 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 John F. Josephson 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Bradley J. Lawson 13616 E. 103rd St. N., Ste. B, Owasso 918-272-4488

Christian P. Luessenhop 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 202 918-494-4460 Thomas A. Marberry 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Bruce S. Markman 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 202 918-494-4460 George S. Mauerman 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300 James C. Mayoza 6122 E. 61st St. 918-492-3133 Yogesh Mittal 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 Jeffrey R. Morris 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 405 918-583-4400 Robert W. Nebergall 9709 E. 79th St. S. 918- 994-4000 David E. Nonweiler 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767 Victor R. Palomino 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 Kris Parchuri 9101 S. Toledo Ave., Ste. B 539-664-4448 Paul D. Peterson 4812 S. 109th E. Ave., Ste. 300 918-236-4580 Preston J. Phillips 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 202 918-494-4460 Rodney L. Plaster 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300 Scott E. Rahhal 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300 R. Clio Robertson 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767 Terrill H. Simmons 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 James C. Slater 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY-HAND SURGERY Brian A. Chalkin 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY-SPORTS MEDICINE John C. Balbas 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 OTOLARYNGOLOGY Stephen M. Brownlee 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

OTOLOGY David W. White 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

Igor Shendrik 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553

PAIN MANAGEMENT Frank J. Hackl 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 363 918-477-5950

Jason S. Stratton 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-3131

Lam D. Nguyen 5555 E. 71st St., Ste. 7200 918-879-1700 Andrew F. Revelis 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 600 918-742-7030

Thomas A. Dodson 6802 S. Olympia Ave. W., Ste. 200 918-742-0482

Hugo S. Salguero 5555 E. 71st St., Ste. 7200 918-879-1700

Alen Munson Fuller 1725 E. 19th St., Ste.100 918-742-7376

Annette M. Stephens 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 363 918-477-5950

David W. Hall 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

PAIN MANAGEMENTANESTHESIOLOGY Jayen H. Patel 2811 E. 15th St. 918- 935-3240

William H. Hawkins 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 302 918-749-8393 Charles E. Heinberg 6802 S. Olympia Ave., Ste. 200 918-613-9590 Bruce E. Hudkins 6802 S. Olympia Ave. W., Ste. 200 918-288-2398 Anthony E. Loehr 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636 Evan R. Moore 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636 John D. Mowry 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 302 918-749-8393 Robert H. Nelson 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636 Chad W. Putman 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 302 918-749-8393 Rollie E. Rhodes 5020 E. 68th St. 918-492-3636

James O. Palmer 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553

PATHOLOGY Kanwaljit S. Aulakh 4142 S. Mingo Road 918-744-3131 Tamara L. Chaney 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 Sandra H. Clark 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-494-1363 A. Neil Crowson 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 William F. Fitter 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2553 Neil E. Fuehrer 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 Michael R. Harkey 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 Brent D. Hartsell 1923 S. Utica Ave., Pathology Department 918-744-2555

James R. Taylor 1923 S. Utica Ave., Regional Medical Lab 918-744-2553 Gregory P. Williams 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-742-8561 PATHOLOGYPEDIATRIC Robert H. Byrd 2738 E. 51st St., Ste. 290 918-712-5571 PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY William L. Jackson 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 2402 918-481-4600 Matthew T. Kimberling 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 2402 918-495-2629 Allis Y. Kliewer 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 2402 918-481-4600 Cynthia R. Lundt 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 2402 918-481-4600 PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE R. Phillip Barton 6161 S. Yale Ave., Pediatric ICU 918-502-6150 PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY Gary T. Denslow 4606 E. 67th St., Ste. 400 918-481-2796 PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS Mark B. Willits 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 420 918-502-8810 PEDIATRICHEMATOLOGYONCOLOGY Gregory B. Kirkpatrick 6161 S. Yale Ave., NWBCC 918-502-6720

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY Terence L. Carey 7125 S. Braden, Ste. A 918-481-8100 PEDIATRICS Jonathan C. Baker 9659 Riverside Drive 918-299-5040 Suresh A. Bharani 3300 S. Aspen Ave., Ste. B, Broken Arrow 918-455-4140

John C. Knippers 7711 E. 111th St., Ste. 111 918-394-5437 Donna J. Krutka 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 304 918-794-7337 Stacey L. Ludlow 2424 E. 21st St., Ste. 340 918-745-0501 Dawn A. Mayberry 7512 E. 91st St. 918-728-2000

Lauri S. Blesch 10512 N. 110th East Ave., Third Floor, Owasso 918-376-8901

Laurie E. Mickle 10512 N. 110th E. Ave., Ste. 300, Owasso 918-376-8901

Cheryl A. Boyd 8439 N. 117th E. Ave., Owasso 918-272-8989

Loren V. Miller 2840 E. 51st St., Ste. 210 918-743-6221

Kathleen A. Boyls 7912 E. 31st St., Ste. 120 918-743-8200

Franz Moncada 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 408 918-481-4880

Frederick I. Cohen 3218 S. 79th E. Ave., Ste. 300 918-728-6850

Cashel P. Newhouse 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 304 918-794-7337

Jere D. Cravens 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 715 918-481-4750

Carl E. Pfanstiel 1220 N. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918-258-1955

Julio C. Cuadra 3010 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 234 918-742-5617

Valerie N. Ritter 7912 E. 31st Court, Ste. 120 918-743-8200

Patrick J. Daley 1589 E. 19th St. 918-743-8941

Kenneth R. Setter 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-7544

Jean E. Feghali 6160 S. Yale Ave., Third Floor 918-497-3004

Pratibha R. Shah 6160 S. Yale Ave., Third Floor 918-497-3004

William A. Geffen 1334 N. Lansing Ave. 918-295-9335

Geeta R. Silas 2617 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow 918-455-8545

Joel K. Gist 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 304 918-794-7337

Alka G. Sood 10011 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-493-1114

Richard A. Gordon 1245 S. Utica Ave. 918-560-3832

Kristin M. Stevens 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 715 918-481-4750

Sherri M. Gordon 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-7544

Douglas W. Stewart 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3409

Kelly R. Harmon 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 201 918-494-5170

A. Heather Thompson 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 715 918-481-4750

Jeanne O. Hayes 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3400

S. Sandra Wan 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-7544

James W. Hendricks 1400 S. Boston Ave. 918-551-3140

J. Perry Ward 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 430, Broken Arrow 918-449-4061

J. Patrick Hughes 6160 S. Yale Ave., Third Floor 918-497-3004 Jessica L. Keller 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-7544

PEDIATRICS & MANIPULATION Miriam V. Mills 2424 E. 21st St., Ste. 340 918-745-0501 PEDIATRICS & PEDIATRIC ALLERGY Hugh C. Graham 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 304 918-794-7337 PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHAB Jeffrey L. Halford 6161 S. Yale Ave., Saint Francis Rehab 918-494-4250 Ashok Kache 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 403 918-584-3548 Timothy G. Pettingell 4735 E. 91st St., Ste. 100 918-252-7952 Sri Reddy 4812 S. 109th E. Ave., Ste. 300 918-392-1400 Kathleen M. Sisler 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-481-2767 Annie Venugopal 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 501 918-744-8110 PHYSICAL MEDICINEREHAB & PAIN MEDICINE Jean Bernard 1809 E. 13th St., Ste. 200 918-582-6800 PLASTIC SURGERY Stephen M. Paulsen 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1020 918-481-2900 Brent A. Rubis 10119-A E. 80th St. S. 918-254-6793 PLASTICRECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Paul R. Callegari 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1050 918-494-8200 David M. Craig 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1020 918-481-2900 E. Bradley Garber 1784 S. Utica Ave. 918-745-2117 Robert G. Kirk 1145 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 1109 918-582-6958 Mark L. Mathers 1844 E. 15th St. 918-749-7177

Donald F. Zetik 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-7544

Arch S. Miller 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 315 918-492-2282

Yohanan S. Zomer 9228 S. Mingo Road, Ste. 100 918-254-6822

Greg E. Ratliff 2107 E. 15th St. 918-712-0888

PREVENTIVE MEDICINE-EMERGENCY MEDICINE George B. Caldwell 2305 S. Columbia Place 918-747-5654 PSYCHIATRY John C. Chelf 6609 E. 113th St. S., Bixby 918-298-9006

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John C. Vallandigham 1265 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 102 918-582-7007

Kevin G. Baker 4111 S. Darlington Ave. 918-747-4975

PULMONARY & ALLERGY Suzanne R. Olive 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 200 918-748-8381

Mark J. Baldeck 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 Zachary D. Chonka 4111 S. Darlington Ave. 918-743-8943

Gerard P. Clancy 4502 E. 41st St. 918-660-3300

PULMONARY-CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE Grace R. Kennedy 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288

Michael D. Dubriwny 6655 S. Yale Ave. 918-491-5752

Brian D. Worley 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 383 918- 994-4130

Matthew K. Ford 8282 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 106 918-254-5525

Alan A. Hasegawa 6655 S. Yale Ave. 918-491-3700

PULMONARY-CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE Jennifer B. Bierach 1245 S. Utica Ave., Third Floor East 918-579-5798

Suchitra Godara 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838

Marvin Y. Jin P.O. Box 140088, Broken Arrow 918-357-5859 Mark A. Kelley 1705 E. 19th St., Ste. 512 918-747-6095 Sarah E. Land 3314 E. 46th St., Ste. 200 918-591-2510 Dominic Losacco 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 706 918-491-5767 Peter A. Rao 5544 S. Lewis Ave., Ste. 600 918-747-4900 Vanessa L. Werlla 1707 E. 43rd St. 918-743-3562 PULMONARY Bruce A. Barton 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 200 918-748-8381 W. Mark Boomer 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288 Fred Garfinkel 1265 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 102 918-582-7007 Andrew Gottehrer 10505 E. 91st St., Ste. 205 918-307-5470 Jack I. Haj Obeid 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288 Jeremy B. Moad 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288 Timothy A. Nokes 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288

PULMONARY-SLEEP MEDICINE Richard M. Bregman 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 628 918-502-4888 PULMONOLOGY Ajay R. Bedekar 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288 RADIATION ONCOLOGY James P. Flynn 10109 E. 79th St. 918-286-5146 William C. Goad 2408 E. 81st St., Ste. 110 918-388-2300 Diane M. Heaton 1120 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Therapy Department 918-579-8200 Douglas A. Kelly 2408 E. 81st St., Ste. 110 918-388-2300 M. Connie Nguyen 12697 E. 51st St. S. 918-505-3200 Stephen Z. Sack 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-494-1585 Charles E. Stewart 6161 S. Yale Ave., NWBCC 918-494-1585 Oneita F. Taylor 10109 E. 79th St. 918-286-5060 Van H. Woo 2408 E. 81st St., Ste. 110 918-388-2300

E. Joe Schelbar 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288

RADIOLOGY Satyendra Arya 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975

V. Thomas Smith 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1200 918-494-9288

Randal L. Aschenbeck 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943

James L. Fleckenstein 11436 S. Louisville Place 918-693-1092

Lisa M. Hayes 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 John H. Jennings 6161 S. Yale Ave., Radiology Department 918-494-1601 Anil A. Kilpadikar 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838 Van A. Le 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838 George D. Lyons 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8838 Robert G. Moult 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-747-4975 Rodney G. Shaffer 1923 S. Utica Ave., Radiology Department 918-744-2171 Bryan S. Smith 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943 W. Jordan Taylor P.O. Box 4975 918-494-1658 RECONSTRUCTIVEUROLOGICAL SURGERY Scott E. Litwiller 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 REHAB-EMERGENCYPAIN Anil K. Reddy 9725 E. 79th St., Ste. A 918-252-0112 REPRODUCTIVE ENDO-INFERTILITY Stanley G. Prough 115 E. 15th St. 918-584-2870 REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY Shauna L. McKinney 115 E. 15th St. 918-584-2870

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Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa County Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-743-6184.

RHEUMATOLOGY Paul A. April 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 516 918-492-4800

SPORTS MEDICINE LaMont E. Cavanagh 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-619-4701

Manuel J. Calvin 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2685

T. Jeff Emel 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300

Timothy L. Huettner 5555 E. 71st St., Ste. 7100 918-491-9007

Troy A. Glaser 12800 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. D, Bixby 918-397-2767

Lawrence A. Jacobs 5555 E. 71st St., Ste. 7100 918-491-9007 Michael A. Malloy 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2685 Alan L. Martin 4812 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-236-4576 Sara L. Newell 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2685 William L. Surbeck 4812 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-236-4567 Ellen I. Zanetakis 1430 Terrace Drive 918-748-8024

Thomas J. Kern 6475 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 301 918-494-9300 Ryan A. Pitts 13720 E. 86th St. N., Ste. 100, Owasso 918-272-9515

THORACICCARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY Robert L. Archer 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1301 918-502-3200 Frank N. Fore 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 602 918-712-3366 Robert C. Garrett 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 602 918-712-3366 Paul W. Kempe 1265 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 105 918-749-6400 Robert B. Mammana 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1-302 918-502-3600

Blake E. Shockley 9716 S. Riverside Drive, Ste. 101 918-528-3300

Matthew C. Parmley 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1301 918-502-3200

Keith L. Stanley 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

URGENT CARE Stephen R. Kovacs 13616 E. 103rd St. N., Ste. A, Owasso 918-274-8555

SPORTS MEDICINEPAIN MEDICINE Venkatesh Movva 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 212 918-502-4000

UROLOGICAL SURGERY Robert R. Bruce 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Jeremy C. Carrico 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 David J. Confer 6585 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 640 918-728-3344 Stephen D. Confer 10901 E. 48th St. 918-749-8765 William J. Cook 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Sean M. Doyle 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765

J. Steve Miller 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Oren F. Miller 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Marc S. Milsten 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Curtis R. Powell 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Charles R. Pritchard 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765 Thomas W. Rickner 6160 S. Yale Ave. 918-495-2666

John B. Forrest 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765

Richard B. Saint 800 W. Boise Circle, Ste. 210, Broken Arrow 918-872-9611

Kevin J. Gancarczyk 10901 E. 48th St. 918-749-8765

Clark J. Tingleaf 10512 N. 110th E. Ave., Owasso 918-376-8926

Stone M. Hallquist 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 912 918-494-9440

Michael N. Wilkin 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765

David L. Harper 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765

Andrew D. Wright 10901 E. 48th St. S. 918-749-8765

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Tulsa Osteopathic Medical Society ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY/ LABORATORY MEDICINE Terry R. Gerard 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 305 918-582-0001 Steve E. Rose 8801 S. 101st E. Ave. 918-294-4190 ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY Melvin J. Van Boven 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 305 918-582-0001 ANESTHESIA Stephen G. Bovasso 744 W. Ninth St. 918-599-5427 Jeffrey M. Calava 6802 S. Olympia Ave., Ste. 250 918-481-6494 Sarah L. Carter Layman 744 W. Ninth St. 918-599-5412 Dale Derby P.O. Box 2400, Owasso 918-231-0384 Judy A. Distefano 8131 S. Memorial Drive, Ste. 107 918-252-5114 Gerald R. Hale 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 363 918-477-5950

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa Osteopathic Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-599-5962.

CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY Robert L. Archer 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 200 918-585-3372 John A. Carabello 802 S. Jackson St., Ste. 200 918-585-3372 Larry J. Dullye 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 200 918-585-3372 DERMATOLOGY Douglas M. Vaughn 3915 E. 51st St. 918-749-5714 Edward H. Yob 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 335 918-307-0215 EAR, NOSE & THROAT Tom Hamilton 6802 S. Olympia Ave., Ste. 200 918-388-9740 EMERGENCY MEDICINE Joshua Gentges 1120 S. Utica Ave. 918-579-1000 Greg H. Gray 10501 E. 91st St. S. 918-307-6920 ENDOCRINOLOGY Christian S. Hanson 9228 S. Mingo Road, Ste. 205 918-592-0999

Christopher C. Schmidt 10109 E. 79th St. 918-286-5385

FAMILY MEDICINE Jenny J. Alexopulos 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 420 918-584-5364

Bryan S. Simms 1004 E. Bryan Ave., Sapulpa 918-520-9399

David W. Asher 2651 E. 21st St., Ste. 402 918-744-0110

Dana L. Terrell 1611 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 217

Stephen R. Barnes 3345 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 201 918-748-8111

Kalvin L. White 6802 S. Olympia, Ste. 100 918-447-9300 ANESTHESIOLOGY Ryan Hulver 1120 S. Utica Ave. 918-579-6120 CARDIOLOGY Michael P. Carney 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 500 918-582-7711

James A. Coder III 705 W. Oakland St., Broken Arrow 918-251-2666

Christopher V. Moses 8222 S. Harvard Ave. 918-493-3838

Joseph M. Coffman 8414 E. 101st St. 918-369-3200

Sharon E. Noel 1305 E. Taft, Sapulpa 918-224-8425

Brian T. Crotty 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., #LL-100 918-748-7890

Frederick H. Northrop 8523 E. 11th St., Ste. A-1 918-836-3355

Murray D. Crow 401 E. Broadway St., Ste. C, Sand Springs 918-246-9600

Kala J. Omstead 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 370 918-392-5640

Bryan L. Dalton 3100 S. Elm Place, Ste. A, Broken Arrow 918-455-7777 Bobby N. Daniel 4833 S. Sheridan Road, Ste. 414 918-488-9992 Gary E. Gramolini 4932 E. 91st St., Ste. 104 918-494-7882 Terence E. Grewe 3316 E. 21st St., Ste. A 918-749-3533 H. Dwight Hardy III 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 270 918-392-7000 Constance G. Honeycutt 2448 E. 81st St., Ste. 2047 918-291-2323 Carole C. Howard 705 W. Oakland St., Broken Arrow 918-251-2666 Kim Hunter 3910 E. 51st St. 918-497-3500 Beau C. Jennings 1551 N. Ninth St., Broken Arrow 918-355-7900

Donald R. Barney 5906 E. 31st St., Ste. 2 918-508-7008

Leroy O. Jeske 3100 S. Elm Place, Ste. A, Broken Arrow 918-455-7777

Kash K. Biddle 3300 S. Aspen Ave., Ste. C, Broken Arrow 918-455-2416

Michael E. Maddox 6600 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 850 918-481-7700

B. Eric Blackwell 3316 E. 21st St., Ste. A 918-749-3533

Colin A. Marouk 2950 S. Elm Place, Ste. 160, Broken Arrow 918-449-3750

Darwin B. Childs 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. A-100 918-307-5500

James Burleson 11911 S. Memorial Ave., Bixby 918-497-3700

Daniel C. Martin P.O. Box 1029, Glenpool 918-322-9510

Gregory A. Hill 6151 S. Yale Ave., Ste. A-100 918-494-8500

D. Paul Campbell 8523 E. 11th St., Ste. C 918-836-7147

Ruth A. Miller 6135 S. 90th E. Ave. 918-742-1996

W.W. Stoever 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 225 918-582-3332

Gary W. Cannon 13600 E. 86th St. N., Ste. 400, Owasso 918-272-2247

Trudy J. Milner 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., #LL-100 918-748-7890

Ronnie L. Carr 30011 E. Highway 51, Coweta 918-486-2161

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T. Joe Morgan 7901 S. Sheridan Road, Ste. D 918-492-3405

William J. Pettit 1111 W. 17th St. 918-561-8212

GASTROENTEROLOGY Sheldon C. Berger 1621 Eucalyptus Ave., Ste. 102, Broken Arrow 918-806-5222 Andrew Crawford 1725 E. 19th St., Ste. 600 918-749-3939 David S. James 3345 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 301 918-749-3399 David W. Morris 1621 S. Eucalyptus Ave., Broken Arrow 918-806-5222

Anne Winsjansen 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-502-1900 NEONATOLOGY Michael E. Lenhart 1120 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 4505 918-579-5405 NEPHROLOGY Kenneth E. Calabrese 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 301 918-582-3154 Beverly J. Mathis 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 301 918-582-3154 Christy C. Wilson 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 401 918-582-3154

Trung H. Pham 10016-A S. Mingo Road 918-459-0583

GENERAL SURGERY Christopher Cole 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Barclay J. Sappington 8523 E. 11th St., Ste. C 918-836-3913

Brian Diener 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 505 918-747-5322

Joseph R. Schlecht 2605 W. Main St., Jenks 918-298-2339

Kevin T. Fisher 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Patrick A. Sharp 9175 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 220 918-392-8686

Douglas C. Foster 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 505 918-747-5322

NEUROSURGERY John Main 7702 E. 91st St., Ste. 220 918-764-9999

Robert L. Shepler 8115 S. Memorial Drive 918-254-6315

Michael W. Griffin 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

John S. Marouk 2128 S. Atlanta Place 918-583-5131

Carolyn J. Steele 1851 E. 71st St. 918-749-1720

Ronald E. Jackson 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 900 918-481-4800

Greg L. Wilson 9709 E. 79th St. S. 918-994-4000

Joan E. Stewart 1111 W. 17th St. 918-561-8288

INTERNAL MEDICINE Jonelle Dutton-Gaddis 10505 E. 91st St,. Ste. 201 918-307-3250

OB/GYN J. Martin Beal 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Richard A. Hastings 1851 E. 71st St. 918-749-1720

Robin M. Cox 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 385 918-250-2033

David F. Hitzeman 717 S. Houston Ave., Third Floor 918-382-5064

G. Michael Freeman 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 210 918-294-3430

Dennis J. McClary 1245 S. Utica Ave., Second Floor 918-382-2566

A. Cole Nilson 10011 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 100 918-299-5151

Curtis E. McElroy 1245 S. Utica Ave., Ste. 101 918-579-2505

Trisha Parks 6565 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 610 918-502-2200

Russell Moneypenny 10512 N. 110 E. Ave., Ste. 300, Owasso 918-376-8900

Rita B. Sanders 4800 W. Quincy St., Ste. 100, Broken Arrow 918-254-7222

Sarah Oberste 10507 E. 91st St., Ste. 220 918-307-5420

Jay M. Williamson 2000 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 800 918-747-9641

Paul Rock 801 E. 91st St. 918-828-4066

ONCOLOGY Steven C. Buck 12697 E. 51st St. 918-505-3200

Yvan Thomas 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 404 918-748-7640 Danny Thomason 701 E. Main St., Jenks 918-574-0101 Candy N. Ting 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 280 918-294-6730 L. Janelle Whitt 1111 S. St. Louis Ave. 918-246-9361 Susan C. Willard 9001 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 200 918-392-5600 Terence M. Williams 20 E. 34th St., Sand Springs 918-245-9675 Dianna M. Willis 1305 E. Taft, Sapulpa 918-224-8425 Joseph E. Wolf 3345 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 201 918-748-8111 R. Jeff Wright 5050 E. Kenosha St., Broken Arrow 918-355-9492

Kenneth R. Trinidad 1006 W. 23rd St. 918-742-4881 Ethel Vasquez-Harmon 1919 S. Wheeling Ave., Ste. 700 918-748-7630

NEUROLOGY Jay K. Johnson 7134 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 450 918-743-2882 L. Keith Simmons 9709 E. 79th St. 918-994-4000

Scott A. McHam 12697 E. 51st St. 918-505-3200

Tulsa Medical Directory Physicians listed are active members of the Tulsa Osteopathic Medical Society as of September 2013. If you have a question about a listing, call 918-599-5962.

OPHTHALMOLOGY Marc L. Abel 6140 S. Memorial Drive 918-252-2020 Robert Ellis Baker 111 W. Broadway St., Broken Arrow 918-258-5656 Anthony Economou 9343 S. Mingo Road 918-994-4104 Daniel W. Langley 10010 E. 81st St., Ste. 100 918-250-2020 John T. Romano 4444 S. Harvard Ave., Ste. 300 918-747-2020 John A. Saurino 220 W. 71st St. 918-747-7799 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Clint J. Basener 9709 E. 79th St. 918-994-9400 Marchel W. Clements 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400 Richard Drake 4812 S. 109th E. Ave., Ste. 300 918-236-4580

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Jeffrey R. Morris 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 405 918-583-4400

Christine J. Clary 6161 S. Yale Ave. 918-502-3939

Kayse M. Shrum 1111 W. 17th St. 918-561-8201

Anne E. Kozlowski 4111 S. Darlington Ave., Ste. 700 918-743-8943

Robert W. Nebergall 9709 E. 79th St. S. 918-994-4000

Scott S. Cyrus 8803 S. 101st E. Ave., Ste. 200 918-307-2273

Sheila M. Taber 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-728-6145

Brent C. Nossaman 4802 S. 109th E. Ave. 918-392-1400

Shawna R. Duncan 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100

PLASTIC SURGERY Joey M. Manduano 2219 E. 21st St. 918-749-5522

OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATIVE MEDICINE Robin R. Dyer 1111 W. 17th St., Room 242 918-561-1264

Amanda Foster 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100

Jeanne Heyser-Easterly 2128 S. Atlanta Place, Ste. 203 918-749-4668 PEDIATRICS George J. Bovasso Jr. P.O. Box 6395 918-428-2538 Cheryl A. Boyd 8439 N. 117th E. Ave., Owasso 918-272-8989 Travis Campbell 717 S. Houston Ave., Ste. 400 918-382-3100 Rhonda Casey 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100

Colony Fugate 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100 Chelsea Galutia 13600 E. 86th St. N., Ste. 400, Owasso 918-272-2247 Stanley E. Grogg 1111 W. 17th St. 918-561-8275 Jeremy Jones 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100 Michael A. Kayser 6465 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 1015 918-502-2280 Heather Rector 717 S. Houston Ave., Fourth Floor 918-382-3100

Tulsa Dermatology Clinic

Mark L. Mathers 1844 E. 15th St. 918-749-7177

REHAB MEDICINE Jeffrey S. Halsell 9308 S. Toledo Ave. 918-748-8020

PSYCHIATRY Mark D. Gage 211 S. Garnett Road 918-438-4257

RHEUMATOLOGY Carrie Gilstrap 1430 Terrace Drive 918-748-8024

Sarah E. Land 3314 E. 46th St., Ste. 200 918-591-2510

Debbie Gladd 6160 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 200 918-495-2685

Jackie L. Neel 6655 S. Yale Ave. 918-491-3700

RHEUMATOLOGY/ INTERNAL MEDICINE James D. McKay 1430 Terrace Drive 918-748-8024

PULMONOLOGY James S. Seebass 4616 E. 15th St. 918-595-4138 RADIOLOGY John S. Dennis 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-728-6145 George E. Erbacher 4500 S. Garnett Road, Ste. 919 918-728-6145

UROLOGICAL SURGERY Raji M. Gill 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 400 918-599-5756 C. Michael Johnson 802 S. Jackson Ave., Ste. 310 918-599-4477

Tulsa Dermatology Clinics’ seven board-certified dermatologists are: Mark Lehman, M.D.; Kelli Lovelace, M.D.; Christina Kendrick, M.D.; Lawrence Gregg, M.D.; Ashwini Vaidya, M.D.; Don Seidel, M.D.; and George Monks, M.D.

Tulsa Skin Specialists since 1968 For more than 45 years, Tulsa Dermatology Clinic has specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of all diseases of the skin, hair and nails, as well as skin cancer. The physician-owned and operated clinic has grown to be the largest dermatology practice in the state, with seven board certified medical doctors who specialize in dermatology.

“We have always strived to set a high bar on quality care,” says Dr. Lawrence Gregg. “Each patient at the clinic is directly evaluated and treated by a board-certified dermatologist as we do not employ physician assistants or nurse practitioners.”

Tulsa Dermatology’s primary focus is on general dermatology with doctors also performing cosmetic procedures, laser, Botox®, Juvederm® injectable dermal fillers, microdermabrasion and skin rejuvenation.

Our physicians are trained to treat any disorder of the skin, nails and hair. We have experience treating many conditions such as pigment abnormalities, congenital skin conditions and skin cancer.

The clinic carries and uses only the highest-quality physiciandispensed brands of cosmetology products. These include SkinMedica® and Elta®, each designed to enhance skin texture and appearance, and minimize signs of aging; and Latisse®, a noted product that enhances and lengthens eyelashes.

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Tulsa Plastic Surgery Comprehensive plastic and reconstructive surgery in a comfortable setting Tulsa Plastic Surgery focuses on collaborating with their clients to determine the best surgical procedure or non-surgical treatment to meet a client’s unique needs and goals. Dr. Arch Miller and his staff provide the highest quality, personalized care in a safe and supportive environment.

Miller is a board certified plastic surgeon and has been in practice over 25 years. Dr. Rola Eid recently joined Tulsa Plastic Surgery and is a board certified general surgeon. Miller and

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Mod Skin Nutrition, Ltd. Co. Customized treatment to promote and protect skin health Mod Skin Nutrition Owner Erin Holder has more than 12 years experience in the aesthetic industry and helps each client find the right products and services for their dermatological health.

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“We fulfill our mission by educating all our clients and helping them truly understand their skin’s needs and conditions.”

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Curt Powell, MD; Sunshine Murray, MD; and Scott Litwiller, MD

Urologic Specialists of Oklahoma USO’s Eastern Oklahoma for Female Pelvic Medicine provides specialized care for women Women are living longer and staying healthier these days.

Increased exercise and an active lifestyle are now a part of everyone’s routine. Unfortunately, bladder control problems or pelvic organ prolapse slow down or sideline 13 million American women. Sufferers often see these problems as a roadblock to health vitality and self esteem. Many give up and see it as an inevitable part of aging.

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Dr. Courtney O’Brien, PhD. Counseling individuals to personal success As a licensed professional counselor, Dr. Courtney O’Brien specializes in treating anxiety, depression and sexual issues within relationships. Sexual addiction is a specialty specific to O’Brien’s practice and encompasses range of behaviors. She also offers sexual health therapy, discussing with individuals the emotional and physical factors associated with intimacy, sexual issues and how to surpass these difficulties to achieve a healthy sexual lifestyle and communications. Depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive counseling is also available.

O’Brien takes a multidimensional approach to healing before resorting to medication when possible. O’Brien says, “Less invasive forms of therapy such as exercise, nutrition and therapies directed toward behavior modification can often help meet the needs of a client’s therapeutic

goals.” She provides guidance and the tools for individuals, ages 18 and older, to facilitate a healthier mental and physical growth opportunity. The services are based on understanding one’s symptoms and finding the best method of treatment to help promote growth and provide relief.

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Shortline Dental Dental anesthesiologist provides solutions for dental patients Dr. Michael Riggs recently completed his residency in dental anesthesia at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. He has had an additional one-year fellowship in oral maxillofacial surgery at Kings County Hospital Center in New York. Prior to Riggs’ fellowship, he attained his doctorate degree in dental surgery at the University of Oklahoma.

For most dental procedures, pain control is achieved with a small amount of anesthetic directly injected into the area. For anxious patients, dentists may choose to supplement the local anesthesia by having them inhale nitrous oxide, which is used to distract the patient. Although adequate for minor cases, some patients require a deeper level of anesthesia than the nitrous oxide can provide. Children, anxious adults, patients

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with disabilities, and those undergoing complex or prolonged procedures are among those who may require deeper sedation. The deeper sedation increases patient comfort and also helps create ideal working conditions, allowing Riggs to provide his patients with the best possible dental care.

It is in this area that Riggs specializes as a dentist anesthesiologist.

Having received extensive training in the field of anesthesiology, he is uniquely qualified to provide the deeper levels of sedation and anesthesia some patients will require.

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Dr. Kayser discusses genetic test results with a patient.

Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Tulsa Did you know that cancers can be fingerprinted?

They can, and it’s the result of a science called “genomics,” which is the study of the complete set of DNA in any living cell. In cancer, genomics researchers look for unique mutations or changes in the DNA of tumors that, like human fingerprints; can be used to positively identify them. A tumor’s “fingerprints” can reveal innovative ways to fight it.

Dr. Michael Kayser, clinical geneticist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Tulsa, aims to discover unique ways to fight advanced-staged and complex cancers through genetic testing.

“There are two types of genetic testing: inherited risk and tumor profiling,” says Kayser.

For people who have family members with cancer, inherited risk testing can help answer the question, “Was I born with a risk of developing cancer and can I pass it on to my children?” The more well-known forms of inherited risk testing are BRCA 1 & 2 which tests for breast and ovarian cancer risk, and Lynch Syndrome which tests for colon cancer risk. These are simply

blood tests which are sent to a lab for results.

The second type of genetic testing is molecular tumor profiling which is a promising development for patients with advanced stage cancers who may feel they have run out of treatment options. A biopsy is performed to obtain a sample of the tumor tissue, and then the sample is tested in a lab. As a boardcertified geneticist, Kayser can utilize the test results to help decipher the drivers of tumor growth, therefore determining targeted treatment options for an individual patient.

“We can map the tumor’s genes and find out where the DNA alterations are that make them vulnerable. And, we can analyze a person’s DNA and discover what gene alterations make us prone to what types of cancer,” says Kayser. “Ultimately, we’re trying to use genetic information to better care for people. We want to find the right treatment for the right patient at the right time.”

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Commentary on Tulsa life by CONNIE CRONLEY

Again into Osage County

Just as we’re abuzz and agog

about the movie “August: Osage County,” I discovered another famous Oklahoma author who wrote about the Osage prairie.

Tracy Letts set his drama inside a house, but John Joseph Mathews went outdoors. And there he laid his heart.

It takes a special gift to write well about place and geography.

In her book “The Egg and I,” Betty Smith said the mountains of the Pacific Northwest made her uncomfortable, as if someone was always looking over her shoulder. Has anyone ever written so well about fly fishing in Montana’s Big Blackfoot River as Norman Maclean did in “A River Runs Through It”?

Has another writer portrayed west Texas with such love and appreciation as Larry McMurtry in his memoirs?

Their equal is Mathews, who wrote eloquently about an Oklahoma prairie. It is a harsh place, though he wrote tenderly about it. Perhaps because he was writing to heal himself.

Mathews was born in 1894, part Osage, and grew up in the Osage Nation. As a scholar, he is renowned for his books about the Osage people and history. As a gentleman, when he wrote the biography of Oklahoma governor and oilman E.W. Marland, he was discreet about Marland’s scandalous marriage to the governor’s own adopted niece.

Mathews’ early life and career were exciting.

He was a World War I fighter pilot, earned a

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degree in geology from the University of Oklahoma, studied at Oxford and married in Europe after a whirlwind romance. Back in the States, the marriage failed and the Great Depression knocked the wind out of his finances. It knocked the wind out of him, too.

In the 1930s, he went back to Osage County to live in solitude for a decade. He built a little sandstone cabin he called the Blackjacks, and he wrote. That’s why he is often compared to Thoreau.

When hunting season arrives and the first cold rain comes from the north with flocks of ducks on the wing, even the pacifistvegetarians among us can share his soul-deep joy.

Mathews said he went to the Blackjacks to live, “as one climbs out of the roaring stream of civilization onto an island, to rest and to watch.”

And how he watched. He watched the land, the seasons and the animals so closely, he found

his natural place among them. He captured this in his memoir “Talking to the Moon.” It was published in 1945 and sank in the clamor of World War II. Thanks to the OU Press for republishing it and letting us discover it.

Each chapter describes a month and is titled with the Osage name for that month’s moon: Yellow Flower Moon, Deer Hiding Moon, etc.

When Mathews describes an Oklahoma summer before electric fans or air conditioning and degrees of 113, we swelter with him. When hunting season arrives and the first cold rain comes from the north with flocks of ducks on the wing, even the pacifist-vegetarians among us can share his soul-deep joy. He takes the time to truly see the insects in the grass, the birds in their nests, his rough cowboy neighbors and the Osage elders with their dry humor.

He writes in a style that is unadorned and yet musical. Some of his old hunter friends “have nothing but keys and a knife to jingle in their pockets,” he says. When he watches a coyote hunting field mice, “it stands on his hind legs like a fox in a fable.” Butterflies, he writes, “float like the thoughts of a lively child.”

Mathews died in 1979 at age 85 and was buried beside the sandstone cottage that he loved. Over the arched fireplace in his cottage, he had painted a motto in Latin. It had been the motto of a Roman legion on the North Africa frontier in the first century. Mathews said it was the motto of his life in the Blackjacks.

Translated, it says, “To hunt, to swim, to play, to laugh — this is to live.” tþ

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