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WATERWAYS THE INSIDER’S LIFESTYLE GUIDE TO WEST AUSTIN
Patrick THE MEN’S ISSUE THE MEN’S ISSUE
Urbane Design’s Jessica Love TALKS FAMILY-FRIENDLY SPACES
Follow This Man Plan FROM STYLIST EDITH HENRY
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Also A.J. BINGHAM CHEF DAVID BULL & PHILIPPE BOCHATON BRING COMMUNITY TO THE TABLE
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SPOTLIGHT 10 / SWEET PARIS/XSPACE
STYLE FILE 12 / STOPPING THE SHOPPING 16 / FOLLOW THIS MAN PLAN
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BEAUTY 20 / GUYS, GET YOUR SKIN IN THE GAME
THE MEN’S ISSUE 26 / PATRICK TERRY 28 / A.J. BINGHAM 30 / CHEF DAVID BULL 34 / PHILIPPE BOCHATON
FOR THE HOME
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36 / DESIGNING FAMILY-FRIENDLY SPACES
ENTERTAINING 40 / ENTER VERBENA
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HEALTH & WELLNESS 44 / SHOULDERS BACK!
ESCAPES 48 / DESTINATION: MARBLE FALLS
PHILANTHROPY FOCUS MY AUSTIN 56 / DR. TODD EHRLICH
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WATERWAYS THE INSIDER’S LIFESTYLE GUIDE TO WEST AUSTIN
Patrick THE MEN’S ISSUE THE MEN’S ISSUE
Urbane Design’s Jessica Love TALKS FAMILY-FRIENDLY SPACES
ON THE COVER: Patrick Terry celebrates his 15th year building a fast-food empire. Hear from Terry how
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FROM STYLIST EDITH HENRY
Destination: Marble Falls Venture Out to Verbena OCTOBER 2020
he makes his work personal and how the community has embraced his brand. Cover photography by Tyler Schmitt/The Mill Photography Studio. Learn more about Terry and three other local men who are making contributions on more than one level beginning on page 26.
Follow This Man Plan
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PUBLISHER’S LETTER
A SEASON OF CHANGE This has definitely been one of the strangest years on record. We headed into this new decade so excited about what 2020 would bring (better fitness, weight loss, vacations, some redecorating, perhaps a new job?), but in the midst of winter, the world as we knew it changed dramatically. We have successfully weathered the spring and summer, and now with the arrival of fall, I am welcoming this change of season and hope you are as well. If this pandemic has taught us anything, it is to treasure friends and family and find gratitude in even the smallest of things which we may have taken for granted previously. One of the things I am grateful for is the excitement in the air as fall descends upon us. From pumpkin picking at a safe social distance and other autumnal activities like hiking in the crisp air and admiring the changing leaves to making plans to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and even New Year’s Eve, there are indeed better times ahead. While we may need to reduce the number of people around our Thanksgiving table or for weddings and other special events, no one can ever take away the joy of celebration, sharing good times, and enjoying a meal together (even if it is via Zoom or FaceTime!). And speaking of food, I hope you will continue to support your local restaurants and catering establishments as you make your holiday plans. This is the time to plan ahead and think about having your holiday events catered. It not only supports your local businesses, but frees you up to relax and have fun as well. I know I enjoy myself much more when I don’t have to worry about what might be burning in the oven while I catch up with my relatives! So go ahead and spend some time carving pumpkins with the kids or grandkids. Start your Christmas shopping locally and online earlier as there seem to be some great deals out there. And remember when it all
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CONTRIBUTORS
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Cindy Brzostowski is a full-time freelance writer who previously worked in book publishing. Her writing has been published in Time Out Austin and on Thrillist and CultureMap, among other media outlets. A graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, she enjoys introducing Texans to new adventures in their state.
A native Austinite, freelance writer Jessi Devenyns earned a bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature from The University of Texas at Austin. Her work has appeared in EASTside Magazine, CultureMap Austin, the Austin Monitor as well as the Austin Chronicle.
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Jane Coloccia has been writing about travel, food, and design for nearly two decades. A former Director of Communications for The Leading Hotels of the World, Jane has traveled the globe telling stories for hotels, travel services, restaurants, and other businesses on nearly every continent.
Bob Cooper is an award-winning freelance writer and editor. He has written about spas, travel, sports, politics and many other topics for publications including The Wall Street Journal and AARP: The Magazine. He is currently serving as Interim Editor for Waterways.
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Before transitioning into her career as a stylist and image consultant, Edith “Edie” Henry worked as an actress, model, makeup artist and interior designer. She moved to Texas in 2009 and has served as the fashion editor for the digital publication Texas Lifestyle Magazine.
Freelance journalist Lauren Jones covers arts, travel and interior design both locally and nationally. She has a monthly arts column for CultureMap Austin, and her work has appeared in Austin Monthly, Tribeza, Domino and Dwell.
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Katherine Pritchard is a freelance content writer. She has a bachelor’s degree in Professional and Technical Writing and has loved creating content since she was a little girl. She enjoys reading, ballroom dancing, and spending time with her two cats, Patrick, and Maddie.
Mark Lambert is a freelance writer on a mission to explore and document obscure corners of history, technology, and science. Mark has over a decade’s experience as a travel and lifestyle writer. He’s also a recently arrived Texan, and eager to share his local discoveries with anyone who cares to listen.
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SPOTLIGHT
To Infinity and Beyond! Space Out at Revolutionary New XSpace in West Austin Lakeway will soon be the new home to Greater Austin’s first XSpace facility. No, it’s not a private space travel company or a video arcade. XSpace is an entirely new take on storage— “storage on steroids” if you will. The fully customizable “condominium” units can be used for almost any imaginable purpose. With most people spending more time at home in 2020, the timing couldn’t be better as many are finding their homes lack the room they need or desire, or they have plans of doing new things but no place where they
A Taste of Paris in Austin The Domain Just Got Sweeter As if the temptation of getting lost in the 100+ stores and restaurants in The Domain isn’t sweet enough, the high-end, uber-popular mall is now home to Austin’s newest eatery. Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café opened in late August, offering sweet and savory crêpes, waffles, paninis, omelets, salads, hot drinks, milkshakes, frozen mimosas and more at affordable prices. With a full menu drawing on the freshest, high-quality
can do them. With windows in many of the units and kitchenettes and bathrooms on each floor, these units can truly serve as a home away from home. They can be transformed to suit your needs whether you want an office away from the commotion at home, an art or music studio, a retail space, a man cave, a hobby room or just a place to store collectibles. The possibilities are endless. Making the space even more unique, the massive facility will feature a 3,000-square-foot lounge on the top floor with a spectacular view of Lake Travis. Whether meeting with clients, hosting a small event, networking with like-minded tenants or
ingredients, Sweet Paris’ recipes delight the taste buds while
just looking for a change of venue to do some work or socialize,
the charming French, industrial decor (which includes a patio
the lounge meets every need—including shower facilities and a
and event space) offers a relaxed vibe.
fully equipped kitchen.
Austin’s first Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café is the 10th to be opened by married couple Allison and Ivan Chavez, who
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opened the first one in Houston in 2012. Making it their mission
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to “revive the art of eating crêpes,” they partnered with Michael
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and Mary Kelton, who also operate one in The Woodlands, to open the Austin crêperie.
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enough for the Chavezes. Eager to give back to the community, the founders “fight hunger with hunger” by donating one meal to a child in need through the Central Texas Food Bank each time a customer orders one of three crêpes: Allison’s Parfait, Truffled Caprese, or Lemon and Sugar. Buy a crêpe, feed a child. If none of those crêpes appeal to you, which is hard to imagine, you can try the Austinite (mozzarella, bacon, sausage, potatoes, scrambled eggs, jalapeños) or the signature Nutella crêpe (Nutella and optional strawberries and bananas). Located in The Domain (11410 Century Oaks Terrace) between Starbucks and Banana Republic, Sweet Paris is open daily. Visit www.sweetparis.com for store hours. 10 WATERWAYS | October 2020
SWEET PARIS CRÊPERIE & CAFÉ PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIE SOEFER; PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF XSPACE GROUP
Delightful food in a charming atmosphere, however, isn’t
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STYLE FILE
Stopping the Shopping By Edie Henry
Shopping. You love it or you hate it. But even for those who love it, it can sometimes be a chore to find the time. And with social distancing as the ‘new normal,’ standing in line while wearing your facemask just to get into a store adds one more frustration. If you’re someone who hates shopping, well, you really need to find a solution. Fortunately, the solutions are out there—so you don’t need to become a nudist after all (as tempting as that might be on 100-degree days). Hiring a personal stylist is one solution. These shopping specialists take all the work out of shopping by doing it for you. But while it works well for some, it may not suit your budget. Does that mean you’re doomed to spending your valuable time aimlessly wandering the mall, only to come out empty-handed or with bags of items you don’t even like? Not necessarily. 12 WATERWAYS | October 2020
Over the past few years, affordable subscription styling services have exploded in popularity. Subscribers get customized style options delivered to their front door. Most of these services charge monthly fees, but some allow consumers to order one box at a time even without a subscription. How helpful these services might be for you depends on your personal style as well as your lifestyle, schedule and budget.
Are They Worth the Money? Based on conversations with men and women who have used some of the most popular services—such as Stitch Fix, Trunk Club, LeTote (a women’s clothing rental service), Wantable, Bombfell and Curateur, among others— we devised a list of pros and cons based on their personal experiences. >>
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STYLE FILE Why We Love
Over the past few years, affordable subscription styling services have exploded in popularity. Subscribers get customized style options delivered to their front door. What are the Drawbacks? Now for some cons. How do you know if you’re not a good candidate for subscription styling? You have a distinctive style and rarely deviate from it. Subscription stylists do their best to choose items that you will love based on a questionnaire you complete. But, they haven’t met you and don’t really get to know you. They can’t see your existing wardrobe and don’t know how you live. They may send you something that theoretically fits your style, but the piece may not fit into your wardrobe or lifestyle as a whole. 14 WATERWAYS | October 2020
You are particular about what you want to wear. You don’t want fast fashion, you won’t wear leather, you can’t afford designer pieces, you only like cool tones, you insist on only sustainable brands—these are the types of specific preferences that a subscription stylist might not be able to accommodate every time. If you don’t usually buy items that are not precisely what you want, a subscription service may not be a good option for you. Because they’re supposed to make your life easier, what’s the point if you have to go buy clothes to fit in with their picks or spend time on returns? ‘Looking’ is tempting for you, and you are trying to be more conscientious about your spending. Another problem with subscription boxes is that you will probably end up buying more clothes than you need or can afford. If you are already tempted to look around during your regular errands (you know, you go into Target for that one thing and come out $300 lighter), then a subscription box is basically adding extra temptation. Clothing subscriptions can definitely be helpful for some people, but not for everyone. Do your homework, and make sure you clearly understand the policies of the company you choose. You can then decide whether it’s a worthwhile option. Happy shopping!
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First, here are a few reasons why using one of these services might work for you. You have trouble shopping because there just aren’t that many great stores close to you. Subscription boxes fix this problem because they’re delivered to your door. You can choose in advance among a wide variety of styles, prices and brands that you otherwise might not be able to find locally, and you won’t need to drive for hours to find them. Your life is evolving, and so is your style. Our personal style preferences change as our lifestyles change. For example, let’s say you changed jobs from nightclub bartender to daycare provider, or you changed sports from swimming to golf. You definitely need a new wardrobe! During these transitions, subscription boxes can help you experiment. Your subscription stylist may send items that you wouldn’t choose for yourself, which can be helpful if you want to change your style but haven’t yet figured out how. Even if you don’t find clothing that you love, experimenting will help you knock styles (or colors or patterns) off your list and narrow down and define what you really want. You just love experiments and surprises. If you have a bold style and just love trying new and different things, a subscription box may be a good choice for you. Even when the boxes are “tailored to you,” you still don’t know what you are going to get. It’s like Christmas once a month! Or the apparel version of Pandora.
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STYLE FILE
FOLLOW THIS MAN PLAN
By Edith Henry
Everyone admires a sharply dressed man, right? While that may be true, exactly what does that look like in today’s world? Styles shift as the times change, but the classic look has always characterized well-dressed men. Of course, not every man has essential pieces in his closet, and some lifestyles don’t require certain pieces that others do. Your wardrobe might require a few pieces that can make it truly timeless. By investing in those essential items, you can ensure that you’re well-dressed and outfitted for almost
WHITE SHIRT
building blocks for a polished, masculine wardrobe. Invest in
Wear with a leather jacket, dark jeans and boots for a cool vibe, with shorts and boat shoes for a weekend at the lake, or jeans and a sports coat and shoes for a business-casual look. Remember that it only works when it’s perfectly laundered and stays white.
well-made, basic items and you can easily add new pieces into
Robert Barakett | White, $75
any occasion. So, what are some MUST HAVES for just about every man? Not sure where to start? Even men who hate to shop should be able to pull together these eight pieces, which are the perfect
the mix as trends, seasons and your lifestyle dictate.
SPORTS COAT Even if you only wear a formal jacket once or twice a year, you should have a sports coat (or blazer) that is always ready. It can dress up a pair of nice jeans or blend seamlessly with fine slacks. It can be worn with a dress shirt and tie or a T-shirt. It’s the ultimate polishing piece! Tailored Brands, Inc. | Tan Plaid, $595
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DARK DENIM Straight-cut, dark denims. Dress them up with a sports coat, wear them on a Saturday with a polo or your favorite graphic tee, or pair them with a dress shirt and shoes for a polished, casual vibe. They’re the ultimate no-brainer. Brax | Masterpiece Dark Denim, $198
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Belts complete a look. They finish it off and pull it all together. Multiple considerations determine what type of belt is appropriate, and no belt is better than the wrong belt. When in doubt, a simple rule to consider is the belt should match the shoes.
A 1/4-zip V or crew neck sweater is not only classic, and warm for the cooler months, but also an ideal piece. It’s great for casual Fridays around the office, or for weekend occasions under a sports coat or layered over a T-shirt. It works with jeans, five-pocket pants and dress pants. Look for solid colors, and avoid patterns if you want your style to last.
w.kleinberg | Distressed Lizard belt, $135
Peter Millar | Blackberry Quarter-Zip, $198
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CHINOS or PANTS (FIVE-POCKET, NOT DRESS PANTS) Every man should own a pair of neutral-colored pants, which are ideal for casual affairs. Whether it’s a summer barbecue, a casual outdoor wedding or a lunch meeting with colleagues, they allow you to look polished without being “dressed up”—but they’re still as casual as a pair of jeans. Peter Millar | Performance PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRANDI NELLIS. ALL ITEMS PROVIDED BY HUTSON CLOTHING CO, AUSTIN
5 Pocket, Grey, $149
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To complement everything from jeans to chinos, 5 pocket pants and even some dress pants, ‘grownup’ sneakers are a must-have for men. They allow for the comfort of an athletic sneaker but deliver polish to accompany a variety of ensembles.
A button-up (the term buttondown is reserved for shirts that fasten down from the collar) is good for everything from professional wear to polished casual. You should have one in white, but be sure it fits well or it could look unkempt and oversized. Once you’ve nailed the white button-up, you can start gathering some in other colors, like blue.
Johnston & Murphy | XC4 Navy Nubuck, $169
Peter Millar | Cape blue and tan plaid, $148
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Ahhh…Spas are for Men, too By Bob Cooper
Q: Women are the traditional visitors to day spas. How does Hiatus Spa + Retreat-Austin help men feel welcome? A: The spa experience is a human experience, and we want everyone to feel comfortable. Today’s spa visitors expect spaces that are beautiful and stylish but not overly gendered. Although our men’s and women’s changing areas are nearly identical, we intentionally place men’s products, such as hair and skincare products, at the vanities [sinks]
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for their convenience. And our men’s relaxation area is stocked with magazines like Fast Company, Wired, GQ and Men’s Journal. Q: What advice would you give men before they visit so that they can overcome any reservations they might have about visiting a day spa? A: First, familiarize yourself with the menu. Often, people who are new to day spas—both men and women—are afraid they will feel out of place or do something wrong. We’re professionals who are there to serve you, so there’s no need for them to feel intimidated. To allay those concerns, they can check out the etiquette section on the day spa’s website— ours is called Spa 101—so they’ll know what to expect from when they check in to how much tip to leave. Q: What treatments that practitioners deliver are needed by men more than women? A: Men don’t get the exfoliating benefits of shaving their legs, so they are especially good candidates for exfoliating treatments. >>
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When men see their significant others come back from day spas refreshed, relaxed, even glowing, it triggers a question in their minds: Why can’t I get some of that? They can, of course, and many are flocking to day spas. The International Spa Association has reported that men’s visits to day spas soared from 29 percent in 2005 to 49 percent—nearly half— in 2019. Waterways asked Mason Hickman, Director of Education and Product Development for the Hiatus Spa + Retreat-Austin, one of the city’s largest and most acclaimed day spas, why men should drop their preconceptions about spas and give one a try.
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Q: What facials do you recommend for men, especially if they have facial hair? A: I think that almost any guy would enjoy a state-of-the-art HydraFacial. For a more traditional facial, they should look for one that can offer an antioxidant or Vitamin C boost since most men don’t wear sunscreen as often as women. And for men with facial hair that isn’t too long, the products, masks and peels can still reach through to the skin. Men tend to not mind vigorous, invigorating scalp massages. Q: Do you recommend any particular massage modalities or techniques for men? A: If a man knows he needs an intense massage because he has deep physical tension or movement limitation, he should book a deep-tissue massage. However, if his tension is more mental than physical, a relaxing Swedish massage may be better. Q: What about services for fingernails and toenails? How do men benefit from those traditionally women’s services? A: Our ‘One & Only’ 80-minute manicure/pedicure is a fullbody experience that can be just as relaxing as a massage— for men and women alike. Q: What package of services might you recommend to a man visiting a day spa for the first time? A: Our ‘Big Chill’ package is perfect for newcomers. It’s our 90-minute signature massage paired with a 60-minute lightpeel facial. Getting back-to-back services really kicks it up a notch and makes a couple of hours feel like a whole day.
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Q: Should a first-timer come in with his spouse or girlfriend, or alone? A: We have a couples’ suite just for our couples’ massage, which we call ‘The Kindred Spirits.’ But you can instead get separate treatments—we have eighteen treatment rooms besides the nail therapy lounge and hydrotherapy room, so there are plenty of options. Q: Which services at Hiatus are most popular with men? A: Men typically gravitate to our massage services, especially ‘The Comeback’ massage, which is geared to anyone who spends extended time at a desk. In skincare, the ‘Well Groomed Man’ is usually the starting point. And one of the most underappreciated yet beneficial services for guys is our ‘Got-Your-Back’ back facial, which includes cleansing, skin exfoliation, a massage and masque therapy. Q: What sanitation measures have been taken so that clients can feel safe during COVID-19? A: Our coronavirus safety program is extensive, designed in consultation with multiple medical doctors. It includes social distancing, daily temperature checks of all staff and guests, and constant cleaning and disinfecting of all spa spaces and surfaces. We reopened on June 1 with no COVID cases reported ever since. Hiatus Spa + Retreat-Austin 1611 W. 5th St., #155, Austin | hiatusspa.com
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MEN’S EDITION P. TERRY’S FOUNDER KNOWS NO LIMITS HOW A.J. BINGHAM SHAPES AND SHIFTS COMMUNITY CELEBRITY CHEF DAVID BULL RAMPS UP BUSINESS
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TERRY RISING MOVE OVER, McDONALD’S. P. TERRY’S FOUNDER MAY HAVE STARTED SMALL
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Workdays for Patrick Terry used to be spent face to face with customers as he asked myriad variations on the question, “Do you want fries with that?” Today, the founder of P. Terry’s and Taco Ranch spends his days ensuring the culture that is the bedrock of his fast-food chain remains intact as the brand expands.
For more than a decade, the owner of P. Terry’s spun milkshakes and transformed potatoes into fries—though he admits he’s lousy at operating a hamburger grill—shoulder to shoulder with bussers, cashiers and cleanup crew. “You get an understanding of not only what they do every day for you and what it takes to run the restaurant, but you start to get an understanding of their lives and how you can help them personally,” he says. The desire to offer a personal touch along with a to-go bag transformed the fortunes of P. Terry’s from a homegrown burger joint that appeared unlikely to take on the industry titans to an Austin institution. Looking back, Terry said it may seem like the evolution of a 527-square-foot building into a chain with 19 restaurants and a reputation for quality was master-planned. In reality, he shares, “This all just fell in our laps as we were working. And we just happened to pay attention while it was happening.” Of course, he admits his dedication to seven-day workweeks and commitment to sincere interactions with staff and patrons played a role in turning his luck into success.
The Personal Touch While stepping into the lives of employees to offer birthday cakes and interest-free loans is a feasible endeavor for one person, the expansion of P. Terry’s catapulted Terry into the elevated echelon of owning multiple businesses. It also presented a challenge. How could he ensure the personal involvement he insisted on for his original store permeated throughout the growing fast-food chain? With a little ingenuity, Terry managed the feat. Now with 700 employees on the payroll, programs like interest-free loans, holiday bonuses and above-market wages are as much a part of the culture as they were back in 2005. “We never looked at our menu and said, ‘Well, we don’t have to serve high quality—we’re selling fast food.’ We’ve never looked at it in that way. And we certainly don’t look at our employees and how we treat them in that regard either,” says Terry. Naturally, Terry said, the culture that developed over 15 years to become the foundation of P. Terry’s as an enterprise is also alive and well at his newest venture, Taco Ranch.
A Steward of the Community This association with high-quality interactions goes beyond the treatment of employees and spills out into the community. Every quarter, both P. Terry’s and Taco Ranch designate a Giving Back Day. On that day, the restaurants donate 100 percent of profits to a local charity, which over the years has added up to more than $1 million in donations. Although Giving Back Day has been Terry’s largest financial contribution to the Austin community over the years, his restaurants have also, perhaps inadvertently, contributed to the rise of health in the community by providing an alternative to the drive-thru windows of the 20th century. Terry extends his thanks to Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation for the inspiration behind creating a concept that centered on high-quality offerings. Whole-wheat banana bread and fresh-squeezed orange juice, for example, are found on the breakfast menu. It was his entrepreneurial grit, however, that made this possible at a reasonable price. The secret sauce that made the P. Terry’s recipe work and brought a better-for-you menu to Austinites was nothing more than a leap of faith and an investment in the community, according to Terry. With razor-thin margins and an unwavering love for hamburgers, Terry opened the doors of his teal-colored drive-thru to find a line snaking into the street day in and day out. The support of Austinites, he says, is what made his hamburger stand and all the initiatives that came along with it possible. While Terry is no longer involved in the dayto-day minutia of the business, he hasn’t forgotten the residents who made his success possible. After 15 years, the founder of the hamburger chain says he is finally able to gain some perspective on what his family-run hamburger joint has become. He still credits his customers for his prosperity and is currently mulling over opportunities to more publicly express his thanks. With no current plans as to how his community involvement will develop, he notes that regardless of what the future holds, “I’m not sure we can ever stop giving back and coming up with new ways to help out.”
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Austin Strong A.J. Bingham: The Bingham Group is Seeking Change from Within A.J. Bingham grew up in Austin but left it to earn a political science degree at North Carolina’s Wake Forest University and a law degree at Washburn School of Law in Kansas. It wasn’t until he returned to his hometown, now altered by growth and investment, that he saw that Austin, much like him, had crossed the threshold into adulthood. It is also when he belatedly fell in love with his hometown. Though the magnitude of change in Austin was inescapable, where many saw the loss of days gone by, he saw opportunity. This opportunity led the young lobbyist to begin molding the evolution of the city. Years of conversations, political advocacy and learning to negotiate the merry-go-round of local politics found Bingham not only opening doors to influence policy but also peering through a window that let him recognize unfulfilled needs in the community.
Building Community through Camaraderie It began at a black-tie party. While going through the motions to advance his lobbying career, Bingham stumbled on an avenue to serve the community that stood apart from influencing policy. “It wasn’t just being involved like ‘I want to be fancy,’” he recalls. “It just seemed that as I looked toward my future as an adult…I wanted to be hanging
out with serious people who wanted to do serious things and shape and help shift the community.” That was 12 years ago. Since then, Bingham has had a hand in many different organizations, serving on the boards of the Young Men’s Business League of Austin (president), the Trail of Lights Foundation, The Long Center for the Performing Arts and the Austin Monitor. When Bingham first chose to become actively engaged in the Austin community, he laughs about the fact that he had far more time than money. Like most 20-somethings, finances were in short supply. As the years passed, however, his community involvement progressed from volunteer work and serving on boards to a more fiscally-focused approach. Giving money will never be the extent of his involvement, though, as he believes that time is one of the most 28 WATERWAYS | October 2020
valuable resources anyone can donate to others. Offering hands-on advice and direction, he shares, allows him to mentor future leaders and build the bridges over which they will one day lead others.
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Lobbying for Change While philanthropy and community involvement guide Bingham’s life, this driving beat is only half of the composition. During business hours, he is a lobbyist and the Founding CEO of The Bingham Group, LLC, which consults on public and governmental affairs for an array of clients. Working in this domain, which focuses on influencing local policies and building commerce through coalitions, makes it easy for people to frown on his chosen career path. Yet he says he sees no need to hide his profession. “I’m not going to hedge,” he asserts. “I work with nonprof-
its and do some pro bono work, but I’m also a private-interest lobbyist. I love my community and my personal time, and my money and my firm’s money both reflect my values.” The strength of his belief that community and public policy are inexorably intertwined is exemplified by his growing investment in philanthropy. What was once an initiative that Bingham pursued on his own time with his own funds is now becoming a secondary arm of his business. In the summer of 2019, the Bingham Group filed the necessary paperwork to establish a corporate nonprofit foundation, the Austin Rosewood Community Development Corporation, which will align itself through grants and scholarships with local organizations working to remove barriers to educational access, contribute to growing the arts in the city and support civil rights. He notes that he will gear his efforts toward Black Austinites and others who have historically been hindered by governmental policies. Although the disparities in access to resources for historically marginalized populations is evident, he says that changing the narrative begins by providing opportunities to shrink and eventually eliminate those disparities. Bingham explains that establishing a foundation was also a way for him to help re-create the positive environment that helped him grow into what he’s become. “Being a Black person in this city and having all the advantages that I have had, I definitely didn’t want to just come home, make money and live in my little bubble of comfort,” he says. Far from living in an insulated, comfortable bubble, Bingham explains that he is continually striving to facilitate conversation around community development and encouraging solutions. From hosting a podcast that delves into thorny political issues to piloting an internship program for underserved youth to introduce them to the world of lobbying, A.J. Bingham does not allow conventional thinking to limit his mission of building a better future for Austin.
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DAVID (NO) BULL
THE CELEBRITY CHEF WITH A HEART
says David Bull, the James Beard Award-nominated executive chef, co-owner of Second Bar + Kitchen and regional vice president for La Corsha Hospitality Group. “I think food is a great avenue in which to create not only relationships but continuity between different cultures because everyone eats,” he explains. “When you’re sharing food with a stranger or sharing a table with people you don’t know, there are opportunities for connection that can have a lifelong impact.”
Sharing is Caring Bull takes his own advice seriously. Not only has he spent decades in the kitchen nourishing those shared moments that diners create at their tables, but he has also turned to food as a means of gathering strangers together in support of a cause. “That’s kind of why we do this in the first place,” he says. Cooking, he elaborates, is the most egalitarian way to simultaneously speak to a diverse range of communities. Of course, he acknowledges that cooking professionally required him to build a successful business and create a name for himself to assure continuity and success. >>
DAVID BULL PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHELBY BELLA; FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACKIE KLUSMEYER
Food is far more than a nourishing way to fuel the day,
“I think food is a great avenue in which to create not only relationships but continuity between different cultures because everyone eats.”
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Food for Thought More recently, Bull says he has found purpose helping those who were affected by the economic fallout of COVID-19. While many of the La Corsha properties (all restaurants and hotels) had their doors closed for much of 2020, Bull whiled away his hours dreaming up opportunities to bring food and jobs back to the community through hyperlocal, community-based efforts. What began as a pragmatic effort to jumpstart the hospitality industry off life support became the Second Bar + Kitchen Summer Market. This restaurant-sponsored, open-air market was a conglomeration of local vendors who set up shop at The Domain to interact with passersby enticed by the treats that Second Bar + Kitchen proffered to keep up their spirits as they perused the local wares. Looking ahead, Bull is anticipating that community involvement and charity events will change radically. “Community support will have a different face, a different look, a different way of doing things that I don’t think anybody has seen before. So, our challenge now is to figure out how we’re going to navigate that,” he says. Regardless of the challenge, he asserts that his community involvement will not taper off. Instead, he says he expects to ramp up his efforts and bring his creativity to both his business and philanthropic pursuits. He concludes, “We have to figure out how we are going to raise some money in the environment that we’re in, which is going to be pretty challenging, to say the least.”
DAVID BULL PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHELBY BELLA; FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACKIE KLUSMEYER
“But then,” he asks rhetorically, “what are you going to do with that platform?” The answer, he says, came to him from his memories of a childhood spent in his grandparents’ Italian restaurant in upstate New York. “I was raised to give back and to give the credit away to make sure we were taking care of those around us,” he shares, recalling how his grandparents served up unpretentious, comforting staples in generous portions that kept tables packed and patrons fed. It wasn’t until much later, however, that giving back through food took on a new flavor outside of the kitchen. The list of food-fueled charity events begins nearly a decade ago for Bull when he stepped into the world of philanthropy by joining the March of Dimes and Water to Thrive. As the culinary director for the March of Dimes’ annual chef-driven fundraising event, Bull explains that his job is not to cook but to corral all the chefs, plan all the menus, and choreograph the behind-the-scenes organizing needed to attract a lengthy list of invitees. In his 10 years with the charity, which delivers education and assistance to both mothers and babies after premature births, Bull says that the Austin branch has become one of the top three donation-driven chapters in the country. Water to Thrive is a similar success story. The Austinbased charity, which focuses on building wells in Africa to provide fresh water to villages without access to water, has grown enormously and has led to the construction of more than 1,000 wells in Ethiopia and Tanzania at $10,000 each. Bull notes that he first devoted his efforts to this charity because fresh water is the basis for all food. From growing vegetables to boiling a pot of pasta, access to clean water is integral to putting food on the table. “You’re not going to really concern yourself with what type of food that you’re eating if you don’t even have access to fresh water,” he explains. To demonstrate the importance of clean water in contemporary cuisine, Chef Bull participates annually in the charity’s Chef’s Table Austin fundraiser by providing guidance and serving up dishes to attendees.
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s Philippe Bochaton sees it, health and wellness begin in the community. “Frankly, healthcare is found outside of hospitals and clinics,” says the president of Baylor Scott & White–Lakeway Medical Center since 2016. Bochaton explains that he doesn’t expect anyone to look forward to walking through the sliding glass doors of a hospital and entering an exam room. But, of course, making that journey is not always a choice. While Bochaton commends people for striving to remain healthy in the comfort of their own homes, he offers the reminder that hospitals are there to serve as a safety net for the community. This has never been more true than today as the coronavirus pandemic continues to linger as a specter in the lives of Central Texans. In addition to providing care to those affected by the virus, the head of the state-of-the-art medical center—part of the largest nonprofit healthcare system in Texas—notes that the Lakeway Medical Center has partnered with the City of Lakeway to provide timely and easily accessible information about COVID-19 to local residents. From tips on proper mask use and social distancing to advice on maintaining mental health and daily updates on case statistics, Baylor Scott & White offers regular Health Shots webinars and Facebook live events to engage area residents, answer questions and allay fears. Bochaton notes that attendance for these advice sessions is substantial and that the Lakeway and Bee Cave communities have responded well and are increasingly engaging in more healthful practices.
Prepare for the Worst with the Best While acknowledging the immediate need for education during what Bochaton calls these “unprecedented times,” he notes that continuous learning and expanding the scope of healthcare options have always been core components of Baylor Scott & White’s approach to community care. Whether it’s recruiting new physicians with specialties that were previously unavailable or educating high school graduates with internships that often lead to jobs, Bochaton is proud of the long list of initiatives the hospital has pioneered in its efforts to engage the community that go far beyond patients’ annual visits to their general practitioners. In 2018, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center—Lakeway was named Business of the Year by the West Austin, Lake Travis and Lakeway Chambers of Commerce. This honor was earned largely due to a program that expanded med-
ical services for residents in the far reaches of northwest Travis County. A year later, the entire hospital system won an award from the Austin Chamber for excellence in workforce readiness. At the Lakeway location, Bochaton has taken the idea of workforce readiness and transformed it into a flourishing internship program for youth that have just graduated from high school. The program, with a special focus on recruiting underserved students and graduates with special needs, offers nine-month internships that let the participating teens learn hospital operations firsthand. Interns rotate among divisions such as kitchen services and hospitality to learn the ropes of medical center operations. Upon the conclusion of their time at Baylor Scott & White, Bochaton says the interns are often hired as full-time employees.
Local Is as Local Does Bochaton, born in France and educated in Paris, has called Central Texas home for 12 years and has found his niche in the Lakeway community. The small outpost of Travis County has steadily grown as the years have passed, and Bochaton shares that he has worked to help grow community health along with the population. By hiring specialists in disciplines as varied as cardiology and orthopedics, he has progressively expanded the services the Lakeway center offers nearby residents. The advantage of this local focus, he explains, is that his staff is better able to cater to immediate local needs. “As our city grows, we’re getting more and more traffic,” he points out. This means the distance a patient must travel for care can become a matter of life and death. “Whether it’s cardiology, neurology or emergency medicine, time is of the essence.” For those unable to physically visit the hospital, Bochaton has overseen the rollout of an expanded telehealth system that he says has helped to provide more equitable and affordable healthcare to all area residents. While he acknowledges that the expansion of the system is largely attributable to COVID-19 upending the conventional approach to healthcare, this digital modernization of the doctor’s visit has been well received. But Bochaton did not stop there. To make healthcare more accessible to the community, he has overseen the implementation of drive-through testing sites for COVID-19. Although he hopes this innovation is not a long-term necessity, he is confident that regardless of the needs that arise in Lakeway, the medical center will be equipped to quickly and compassionately respond.
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FOR THE HOME
Designing Family-Friendly Spaces Urbane Design’s Jessica Love on Smart Ways to Make Your Home Welcoming for All By Jane Coloccia COVID-19 has forced us all to spend more time at home, and suddenly we are looking at where we eat, sleep, work, learn and play through a completely different lens. The same square footage now needs to be multifunctional, and many families are redesigning their homes to reflect these lifestyle changes. Jessica Love of Austin’s Urbane Design has some practical and thoughtful tips for Waterways readers on how to create space for the family, whether you are about to welcome a child or pet into the home for the first time, moving into a new home that needs to be made kid/ dog-friendly or simply want to make a few adjustments.
Design with Children and Pets in Mind Love defines family-friendly in very simple terms: “Where all applications are selected with the family in mind, ensuring fabrics and rugs are easily cleaned, and the layout and furniture are suitable for children and pets.”
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Consider Lifestyle, Purpose and Sustainability When Love meets with clients at Urbane Design, she has one primary goal. “It is so important to understand a family’s lifestyle before talking about the pretty stuff. Who are you? What do you do? What do you use the space for? Will you be in the house long-term and, if so, who and what will the house need to accommodate in five years, 10 years or 15 years?” She added that when designing a space, sustainability should be kept in mind so the purchases you make will last for the long-term. Don’t design only for today.
Begin with Space Planning Before you purchase any item, think about what the room is going to be used for. Is it just for entertainment, or will it be multipurpose with a desk for Mom or Dad and workstations for the kids where they can do their homework and crafts?
Love recommends that once you determine your floorplan, you can then make smart decisions regarding furniture scale and proportions. If you are working with a large ‘great room,’ area rugs are a perfect way to establish clearly defined sections.
Keep What You Can Salvage For those designing on a budget, it’s important to be mindful of what you already have in the space. Take a look at the overall layout, and work with the furniture you have. Sometimes, just repositioning some key items—for example, installing a kids’ play area in the center of the room and then sofas off to the side for adults to watch television or entertain—may be all you need to do. It’s also important to consider fabrics, which should be more rugged for the younger set. Love advises staying away from silk or viscose draperies and light-colored rugs that will stain. >>
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FOR THE HOME
Check Out Durable Textiles You need to be sure the materials you put in the room are kid- and animal-friendly. Sunbrella and Perennials both make fabrics that look like linen but can be machine-washed or spot-cleaned. These are great choices for sofas, chairs and ottomans. Love is also a big fan of microfiber because it’s easy to clean and soft to the touch.
Consider the Shape and Construction of Everything
Visit Mainstream Stores for Kid-Friendly Products For those looking to purchase sofas or chairs with fabrics that will withstand messy hands and dirty feet, Crate & Barrel, West Elm and Restoration Hardware all offer family-friendly fabrics with choices from light blue to dark colors that withstand more wear and tear.
Consider Wool or Vintage Rugs If you’re not on a tight budget, Love recommends checking out vintage rugs. “Many of these rugs have been around for 38 WATERWAYS | October 2020
a long time, and if they can withstand the years and still look great, they’ll survive your kids!” If you are opting for new floor coverings, a tightly woven wool rug can always be cleaned and is made to endure.
You Can Never Have Enough Storage Kids come with a lot of stuff, and there’s no reason everything needs to always be all over the floor. Legos, cars, trucks, stuffed animals and other toys all deserve their own spaces out of sight. Take a good look at any furniture piece you plan on buying, and ensure it can do double duty. A TV table with open shelves at the bottom isn’t great for storage, so Love advises a closed console table that gives you built-in storage under the TV or an ottoman with a removable top to stow things inside. For any family-friendly space, when things are organized and everything has its own space, it will be easier for everyone to spread out and enjoy the room. It will also be less stressful on the entire family to not have to navigate around toys, books and other items left around, which will create a more relaxed and happier environment for all.
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Where children are going to be running around and playing, you want to make sure you steer clear of glass and pointy furniture edges. This is a great time to be looking at a round coffee table or round ottoman for safety. You also might want to reconsider white fabrics or light draperies, which will stain. As you select each item for a room, consider the functionality as well as the aesthetics. Love also notes that a popular recent trend is for people to incorporate plants in their inside spaces. “You need to consider the care and maintenance of plants. For example, is a pot that is regularly getting watered going to ruin a wood floor underneath? Are the plants poisonous to children or pets? Pothos plants are very trendy right now, but they are dangerous when ingested, so consider safety before you buy anything.”
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What “grows together goes together.” Not only is that the name of one of the staff-favorite dishes at Verbena, a new restaurant that opened in July at 6th Street’s Canopy by Hilton, but it’s the premise that drives the entire menu. The fresh, creative approach to elevated dining is the brainchild of Executive Chef and Partner Nic Yanes, the man behind the Italian restaurants Juniper and Uncle Nicky’s in Hyde Park. In a way, Verbena mimics farm-to-table dining as many of the ingredients are sourced locally, yet every detail from the interior decor to the landscape architecture to the veggie-filled dishes is very much Austin. The airy atmosphere, lush outdoor seating, light plates and comfortable layout make it sophisticated and entirely unpretentious. “This restaurant is for Austin and to give those visiting an Austin experience,” Yanes says. Transparency lies at the heart of Verbena as guests are invited to observe the cooking experience up close. From the 60-seat dining room and adjacent courtyard, they are able to watch as the staff mill about the wood-burning hearth in the exposed kitchen, dishing up a bevy of delightful plates from the diverse menu. Yanes, a rising star in the Austin restaurant scene since opening Juniper in 2015, was hired to solidify the concept, deriving the menu from Coastal French and California cuisines. “We utilize as many fresh, local products and meats as possible to ensure top quality and freshness,” he says. Examples include the Verbena Burger, one of Yanes’ favorites, as well as well-rounded appetizers and entrees including the Avocado Flatbread, Ricotta Tortellini, Beef Tartare and the star vegetarian offering, Pan Roasted Cabbage—griddled until crisp with white bean puree and topped with salsa verde. While Yanes developed the menu, Chef de Cuisine Matt Marcheselli is another leader in the kitchen. 40 WATERWAYS | October 2020
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“This restaurant is for Austin and to give those visiting an Austin experience”. Chef Marcheselli, who moved to Texas from New York City in February, has been an invaluable partner thanks to his impressive background. He has worked under Chef Daniel Boulud as well as Chef Thomas Keller of the famed French Laundry and achieved two Michelin stars while at Alain Ducasse’s now-shuttered Adour and three at Per Se. And while he’s worked in some illustrious kitchens, his cooking style is perfect for what Verbena is aiming to achieve: a simple, ingredient-focused experience. “I like to find the best ingredients I can and let them shine,” he says. And while opening during the pandemic has been a surreal experience, he’s still been able to acclimate well and is enjoying Austin’s much more laid-back personality. Above all, both Yanes and Marcheselli hope guests come to Verbena to enjoy satisfying dishes that leave them happy and wanting more. “We want people to have fun as the details disappear into the experience,” says Yanes. “We want you to leave and say, ‘Dang, that was a great time.’” Since opening, the chefs have continued to perfect the menu and are grateful for the guests who are choosing to dine out during such an unusual time. “I am just honored to be able to open another concept in such a great food city stacked with amazing chefs and operators. We want to make it part of people’s dining rotation whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks.” >>
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ENTERTAINING
For those excited to try Verbena or wanting to experience Verbena at home, the chefs have graciously shared the below recipe.
Salad 60 grams Individual Sugar Snap Peas (20 snap peas) 2 heads of Baby Gem Lettuce, leaves left whole or halved if large 30 grams Radish (8 radishes, sliced) 20 grams Celery (1 celery stick, sliced) 50 grams Peach (1 large peach, sliced) 3 sprigs of Mint 3 sprigs of Dill 30 grams of Poppy Seeds 15 grams Lemon Juice 15 grams Olive Oil Feta Buttermilk Dressing 100 grams Feta Cheese 200 grams Buttermilk 5 grams Salt 3 grams Celery Seed 30 grams Lemon Juice 10 grams Chopped Dill 50 grams Olive Oil Assembly Mix and serve. 42 WATERWAYS | October 2020
From the 60-seat dining room and adjacent courtyard, they are able to watch as the staff mill about the wood-burning hearth in the exposed kitchen, dishing up a bevy of delightful plates from the diverse menu.
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Shoulders Back! I can’t remember the last time I didn’t wake up in pain. I don’t mean to sound sorry for myself; I’m sure I’m not the only forty-something whose decades of sedentary desk work have taken their toll. But recently, the pain became harder to ignore. COVID-19 is at least partly to blame. Thanks to the “New Normal,” I now work exclusively at home, and my little hobby room/office just wasn’t built for the daily nine-to-five. My desk is an awkward contraption, procured eight years ago from Ikea because apparently I can’t not buy furniture when I’m in close proximity to meatballs. I bought my $70 office chair from Office Max because it was on special and, well, I liked the color. As weeks of telecommuting turned into months, I began to realize that my home-office was destroying my body in slow motion. When I finally lost the ability to look over my left shoulder, I knew enough was enough. It was then that I discovered Danielle Vernon’s YouTube videos. The Austin-based licensed orthopedic physical therapist has a lot to say about how to sit more comfortably and healthily. Despite some mild anxiety about where this ergonomic rabbit hole of postural correctitude might lead, I decided I’d request an ergonomic desk assessment.
Sit to be Fit We set up a Zoom session, and soon we were chatting about the deplorable state of my office. I was surprised 44 WATERWAYS | October 2020
by the thoroughness of Vernon’s assessment. She started by observing how I sat at my desk and had me position my camera so that she could assess everything from my monitor height in relation to my eyeline to the position of my chair in relation to my desk. She did not like my chair. I decided against drawing her attention to its attractive color. “Why do so many people choose chairs with that netting fabric?” she asked. “The problem with most office chairs is that the back support and seat pan can’t be adjusted to suit anyone who isn’t average height.” I admitted that I’d developed a habit of shifting between slouching in my chair to rest my shoulders and leaning forward over my desk to ease the tension on my lower back. Vernon helped me reconfigure my chair’s position and instructed me to roll up a towel and place it down the length of the chair back—a makeshift method of total spine support that she offers in more complete form through a back-support cushion she designed and manufactures. “The goal is to get your body actively participating in changing your balance,” she explained. “By bringing alignment back into your body—from your waist, through your shoulders and up into your neck—you’ll begin to find it easier to sit properly without pain.” I tried out my strange new seating. Instantly, my chair felt, um, more chair-like. Sitting upright wasn’t as much of a chore. It was comfortable. >>
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My Week of Ergonomic Transformation Bright and early the next day, I sat at my newly ergonomically-optimized desk and heroically powered up my laptop. The first few hours were ridiculously challenging. I couldn’t stop squirming. My body kept wanting to slump like it always did. 46 WATERWAYS | October 2020
“By bringing alignment back into your body—from your waist, through your shoulders and up into your neck—you’ll begin to find it easier to sit properly without pain.” to notice that I was getting an extra hour or so of nightly sleep. That’s a huge win in this reluctant insomniac’s book.
Posture Correction is Hard but Worth It “How are you feeling now?” Vernon asked at our follow-up assessment. I gave her the scoop on the beginnings of my transformation from Desk-Igor to upright (if not upstanding) citizen. I told her about the quasi-miraculous disappearance of my headaches. I also admitted that I now had a deeper appreciation of how hard it is to break old posture habits. She was happy for me but unsurprised by my positive results. She noted that people spend years at their desks acquiring bad posture, so it would probably take a month or two before my new sitting and typing position would feel natural. Still, I was glad I made this change for the better, especially since COVID had me sitting at my desk more than ever. Vernon ended the follow-up call with these words: “Just stick with it. And keep doing those exercises!” I would, I promised her, though I was hoping she’d forgotten about the exercises.
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Next, she scrutinized my desk and keyboard arrangement. Working back from my wrist position, she helped me adjust everything about how I type. My default work position had become this awkward forearm sprawl across my desk with my keyboard raised at the back. “My fingers are lazy,” I explained. “I wanted to make it as easy as possible for them to reach the keys.” I imagined the eye roll such a damning personal admission would surely elicit. Instead, Vernon politely but firmly reversed the whole shebang. By the time we finished, my keyboard tilted slightly away from me with the front of it raised. My elbows now rested comfortably at my sides, fingers hovering lightly over the keys without that trademark wrist tilt to which I’d become so slovenly accustomed. Admittedly, though, it felt weird. She explained why so much adjustment was necessary in my case. “You need to work from your wrists back to your shoulders. All that tension in your neck started because of how your wrists and shoulders were positioned.” I was an entirely more upright creature by the time Vernon finished her assessment. It felt good not to resemble a telecommuting version of Igor. The Zoom session concluded with her recommendation of a few exercises I was told to perform at my desk every half hour: quad and hip flexor stretches, a smorgasbord of assorted lunges and some odd yet undeniably effective moves that stretched out my wrists, shoulders and deeply uncooperative neck. I expressed my grave concerns and asked if such draconian measures were strictly necessary. My exact words may have been “Do I have to?” She reassured me that it would help, and I agreed to try the new office routine for a week before we reconnected.
Again and again, I had to reset, straighten up and restack my shoulders over my damnably slouch-happy hips. I naively expected to transition naturally to improved posture. It wasn’t that simple. Why was I so bad at this? And those exercises! The timer I set to remind me to do them kept going off right when I was in the middle of something important. Determination gave way to grumpiness. I picked up the phone, and Vernon repeated her favorite mantra from our assessment: “This will not be comfortable. Your body needs to adjust. Give it time.” So I did, and by mid-afternoon, I realized that the lowgrade headache that always struck by 3 p.m. wasn’t there. I also felt more energetic and alert. Along with my posture, my mood lifted. The rest of the week, each day was similar. My new desk setup felt a bit uncomfortable at first, but by the afternoon, I experienced less pain in my shoulders and more energy. The headaches lifted, too. Even weirder, I began
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