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s I look at our front cover, I think about what our country represents to me. I am always proud to be an American, but during July, our month of Independence, the feelings are especially strong. We are a nation of freedom. We are a nation that is allowed to have freedom of expression and to have our own opinion without fear of punishment or torture. As you travel to the coast or on your family vacation during the month of July, take a few minutes to reflect as a family the freedoms we have in this country. As you are out and about in San Antonio and see the different military service men and women, take a few moments and thank them for their service to our country. Our military is second to none. The sacrifices of our military is the reason we are allowed to have the freedoms we enjoy each and every day as a citizen of the United States of America. As I write this letter this morning, the Spurs have just won game 5 against the Miami Heat. What an event for the city of San Antonio to experience! Everywhere you turned, the city was caught up in the joy and excitement of being on the national stage and San Antonio did not disappoint. Our Spurs fans showed their support and stood behind our team. Being at the AT&T center for Game 5 was electric and you could just feel that this was a game the city and the team was not prepared to lose. Manu Ginobli won our hearts again and led our team to victory in what may be the last home game of his career. I can only hope by the time you read this the San Antonio Spurs will be the NBA Champions. I will take time during July to travel to South Padre Island with my daughter for
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By Amanda Burris hile July may be filled with swimming, barbecues and soaking up the sun, it is also the month that hosts our nation’s Independence Day. Known as “the fourth of July”, our country celebrates its anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which declared independence from Great Britain. This month, the front cover of Welcome Home has the pleasure of featuring four exemplary cadets from the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) from Reagan, Johnson, Churchill and Smithson Valley. To be involved in a program such as JROTC, students not only get great values instilled in them, but they also learn to be part of the community and work as a unit to accomplish goals. All of the Cadets featured this month have shared what Independence Day means to them, while also understanding that it is not just this one day that should be celebrated, but every day. Including
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hat has 6 legs, goes an average of 70 miles an hour, gets aggressive when touched and occasionally omits a foul odor? Our family on vacation! Vacations. Who invented these things anyway? “They” say a vacation can bring you closer together. If our kids got any “closer” the U.N. would have to step in to avoid an international incident. A typical conversation: “Stop it!” “Stop what?” “I said stop.” “I’m not doing anything.” “You’re touching me!” “Am not.” “Am, too.” “Not.” “Too.” “Not.” “Toonottoonottoonottoonottoo….” Wow. Now there’s an exchange that can only lead to more “closeness” (possibly in a counselor’s office). “They” also say road trips are a great way to “get to know your kid.” Ma-a-y-y-b-e-e. Here is an actual transcript of a teenager’s responses to such non-threatening questions as “Are you having fun?” and “What did you think about the water park?” (Notice the use of a mere 3 letters of the alphabet. Amazing!) OK, here goes: “um-m-m-m…” “h-m-m-m…” “uh-uh.” “uh-h-h-h…” “uh-huh.” After a few minutes of this, I turned my attention to my spouse, thinking perhaps “they” meant bonding with someone closer to my own age. But, alas, he was driving and I had the map, NEVER a good combination. Another excerpt: “Where are we?” he asks. “Right here by this little dot right next to the big dot,” I say, attempting to show him the all-important dots while he is trying to
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cross 4 lanes of traffic. “Which dot?” he says, frantically grabbing the map and splaying it across his steering wheel, which I promptly remind him could be life-threatening, to which he responds with his best “life-threatening” look and says, “We should get off on exit 243, what is coming up?” As I look up and see exit 548, I lapse into teen-speak: “Uh. H-m-m-m. U-m-m-m.” (Now I know why they do that). My son moved a little closer to me and actually smiled. Despite these minor setbacks, I, too, believe vacations are a necessity. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy (My husband adheres to THAT rule like one of the 10 commandments). Just being together and away from the ordinary day-to-day may offer an opportunity to see your child or spouse in a different light. “They” were right after all. Debby Seguin (who has recuperated from her vacation) can be reached at writewell62@yahoo.com
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Fifth-Graders Celebrate “The Big Melting Pot” Special To Welcome Home n 10 years, the San Antonio chapter of Celebrate America has worked to encourage students to contribute to the national dialogue on immigration. On May 30, the writing program (sponsored by the American Immigration Council, and facilitated by the law firm De Mott, McChesney, Curtright & Arendariz) allowed six students the opportunity to witness the impact of immigration. Invited by U.S. Magistrate Judge John Primomo, the fifth-graders, representing the best submissions from public and private schools across the city, presented their winning entries before an audience of new citizens, at a naturalization ceremony taking place at Laurie Auditorium. “My parents went through that same ceremony when they came to the United States,” says Enrique Martin, father of winning student Kiki Martin, “so to have my son there to recount that experience and how it has contributed to our success and his own, was moving beyond words.” Martin (a student at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School) placed second in the private school category; Madeline Navejar and Peyton Martin, who attend Holy Name Catholic School, placed third and first, respectively. Among public school students, Promise Pitman, from Wilshire Elementary School, placed first for her entry, “The Big Melting Pot,” followed by Hannah Dowling of Northern Hills Elementary, and Riley Smith, of Huebner Elementary. Lupita Barrera, Director of Education and Interpretation at the Institute of Texan Cultures, served as a judge for the 2012 – 2013 school year, and was grateful for the opportunity to participate in Celebrate America. “It’s so good to see programs such as this one take an active interest in our youth,” she says. “We look forward to working more with the program and the students.” Looking back on his ten years as part of Celebrate America, Joseph B. De Mott, the founding partner of De Mott, McChesney,
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The American Immigration Council’s Clair Tesh, Judge John Primomo and attorney Joseph B. De Mott stand with the fifth-grade winners, Peyton Martin, Kiki Martin, Hannah Dowling, Promise Pitman, Riley Smith and Madeline Navejar.
Peyton Martin presents his winning writing to the new American citizens.
Curtright & Armendariz, says, “In our early years of facilitating the program, our winners would read their essays at Market Square [in downtown San Antonio]; now, they’re onstage before hundreds of new citizens. I’m proud of how much this program has grown, and more than that, I’m proud to see so many students inspired to think about what immigration has meant to our country, and to their own lives.” For Smith, speaking at the naturalization ceremony “was such an amazing experience, and a once in a lifetime fifth grade opportunity.” Pitman agrees, adding, “I will never forget that my words (as well as my peers’) were the first words [our audience] heard as United States citizens. I will never forget that.”
Churchill H.S. Ranked Among Best Schools In The Country By Churchill High School ach year the Washington Post and Newsweek Magazine rank America’s “Most Challenging High Schools” based on an index formula that takes the number of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Advanced International Certificate of Education tests given to students that year and divides it by the number of seniors who will graduate that year. The result is a rank among the top high schools in the country. This year the Washington Post and Newsweek Magazine have ranked Churchill High School one of the best high schools in the country. Churchill ranks in the top 1% of all high schools in the country. Churchill students earned passing scores on almost 60% of the AP tests taken which is well above the state passing rate and on par with the global passing rate. Churchill’s Principal JefferyVaughan is proud of the students’
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accomplishments along with the hard work and dedication of the teachers. For the past eight years, every Churchill graduate has been accepted into college. That’s 100% of the graduates, who have walked the stage, continuing their education. Congratulations to the students of Churchill High School as well as the faculty and staff on this prestigious award.
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Are You Estrogen Dominant?
By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 ttractive, dressed in muted shades of beige and taupe, this home schooling mother who managed a large home and 4 active children, did not appear desperate. She began calmly describing symptoms of hot-cold at night, surges of warmth during the day, feeling mildly confused and forgetful all the time. Now, the smallest upset during her busy day might lead to an angry outburst, which very much surprised her. But she also noted that she
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could cry “at the drop of a hat-for nothing at all, really!” She had learned to just walk away from her family into another room when she felt so unbalanced and emotional. Suddenly she burst out: “it seems to be getting worse! I can’t stand myself!” She apologized, and I told her it was not her fault. As women approach menopause, the hormones begin to fluctuate. The first hormone to precipitously drop is progesterone, the great balancer. Progesterone is a mild diuretic and sedative. Without progesterone,
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the unopposed estrogen causes one to feel very emotional and anxious. There are progesterone receptor sites throughout the body. Progesterone moderates many side effects of excess estrogen by reducing water retention, headaches, bloating, bleeding, and fibroids. Progesterone in excess causes sedation, while the right amount is calming. Yet, most menopausal women are prescribed only a synthetic estrogen without the balancer, progesterone. The synthetic progestin has effects very different from the bio-identical progesterone. Progestin side effects may include depression, breast swelling, weight gain, water retention, and in some studies, increased risk of breast cancer. Progesterone decreases proliferation of the cells in the milk ducts by 400%. (Fertility Sterility 1995; 63:785-91) Progesterone protects against
hyperproliferation in the uterus as well as the breast. The mom described above had a high level of estrogen, practically no progesterone, and very little testosterone. I discussed in detail with her the side effects of hormone replacement therapy, history, physical, and reviewed three pages of her labs. Women’s hormone replacement must be precisely prescribed based on laboratory analysis. Hormone replacement should not be prescribed according to age-adjusted normal. Rather, hormones should be prescribed according to the levels of a young adult. I suggested progesterone by mouth at night to balance her estrogen dominance and a precise amount of testosterone cream. Later, she told me, “I feel like myself, again!” I want to help you feel better, too. Dr. Donna Becker, 210-545-5224.
waxing, buffing, shampooing, at minimum. This can be imperative to keeping your car not only looking nice, but also genuinely clean. Additionally, many detailers can help alleviate small scratches, dings and dents that your car acquires over time. Light the way… A quick way to help your car look cleaner is to freshen up those yellowing headlights. Crystal clear headlights look great and help allow more light to shine through, creating more nighttime driving visibility. The best news is that headlight covers don’t need to be replaced! Getting them cleaned is inexpensive and can take at little as 30 minutes. Belden’s does offer a head light restoration kit – ask about it when dropping your vehicle off with us! Cool it… There are a million fabulous things about the San Antonio in the summer, but the heat is not high on that list. One way
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By Claudia P. Ramirez, MS, CSCS efore you get any further into this article, close your eyes and take three deep breaths. Did you know that there is a correct way to breathe for optimal health and longevity and most of us are doing it wrong! Optimal breathing should be deep, slow and regular, yet most of us take short shallow breaths. Short and shallow breathing has been known to cause less than adequate blood flow to the skin, panic attacks, panic disorders, anxiety, hypertension, frazzled nerves, cardiovascular stress, high blood pressure, stress, headaches, neck pain, fatigue, cold hands, and digestive and stomach disorders. According to the Himalayan Institute, “We have choices regarding the muscles we use for breathing. The muscles of the neck and upper torso, by themselves, have a relatively minor effect on breathing. Breathing with these muscles alone results in bringing in air in small amounts. The isolated use of these muscles for breathing, called clavicular breathing. Although there is certain logic to breathing with the chest muscles it is not helpful to use these muscles as the primary tool for everyday breathing. Breathing primarily with the chest muscles makes breathing too labored. The effect is to arouse the sympathetic nervous system and to maintain levels of tension that sap energy and dramatically increase your susceptibility to emotional disturbances.
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Overusing the chest muscles for breathing is a subtle but major cause of physical and emotional distress.” To optimize health and longevity you want to learn how to breathe diaphragmatically often referred to as crocodile breathing. To practice this type of breathing, lay on a flat surface like the floor or a massage table. Rest your forehead on your hands and relax your legs and the rest of your body completely. Focus your attention on your lower abdomen as it rest on the floor, take a deep breath by expanding your belly and pressing it into the floor. Your chest, shoulders and neck should remain very still. You should experience a small rise of the lower back only. Take 5 min every day, lay quietly and practice your crocodile breathing for better health!
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elcome Home dedicates its July issue to honoring the individuals who serve their country. As we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, we have our soldiers to thank for their dedication to our country, to uphold its legacy. For this issue, we asked the community to share their friends, family
and loved ones with us who represent our nation in uniform. These nominated men and women are truly heroes, as they take on dangers and challenges everyday. Welcome Home is proud to feature these inspiring soldiers as a reminder to us of the sacrifices and bravery they posses, in love of their country.
Jessica Spaits Submitted By Joanne Spaits
Jessica Spaits is my daughter-in-law. She is married to my son, who is an Ensign in the Navy. She is still young but has given years to the Air force. She has been overseas, and is currently at Lackland in San Antonio, TX. As a senior airmen, she worked in the military police and now is learning to work with the canines. She loves animals. She is a joy to be around. She is always smiling. She helps out with out having to be asked. I have never seen my son happier than when he is with her.
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Jonathan & Jordan Bishop Submitted By Pat & Debbie Bishop
We would like to show our respect, appreciation and admiration for two of our sons, Jonathan and Jordan Bishop who are currently serving in infantry in the USMC. LCPL Jordan is now in Afghanistan and is expected, hopefully to come home sometime in October. CPL Jonathan is the older brother who has already been to Afghanistan once and is scheduled to go again in September. On his first deployment he was a sweeper. While on patrol one of his fellow Marines stepped on an I.E.D. Jonathan was thrown about 6 feet and had a temporary loss of hearing, but the worst part was his buddy lost part of his lower leg. Jonathan was able to apply a tourniquet to his leg and ultimately saved his life. He was awarded The Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal. These two young men have sacrificed a lot, as all others have, and we are very proud of everyone who serves.
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Jonathan Ayla Graduate from Madison High School, EM3 Ayala, Jonathan entered basic training for the United States Navy in July 2012. He continued his education in the Nuclear Engineering Program in Charleston, SC and finished “A” School in April 2013. He is currently finishing this Program in Charleston, SC and might finish his schooling in New York. He is considering his Navy career in a submarine. His friends and family in San Antonio, Texas are so very proud of their sailor.
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Matthew Kursman is in the United States Air Force, Airman First Class, who is working for the 2nd Bomb Wing in Shreveport, Louisiana for the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. His job is a Communication and Navigation Journeyman for the B-52 one of the oldest airplanes still in service today. Matthew (Matt) is a great friend, caring brother and a wonderful son. His family and friends are very proud of him and always wish him the best!
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To purchase tickets, visit www.fiestanochesa. com or call 210-226-4651. SUMMER FENCING CAMPS Mon, June 3 – Fri, Aug. 23 (dates and camps vary). Your kids will learn from Coach Vellizar, a US Olympian, World Champion, Pan-American Champion and National Fencing Champion! The Olympic sport of fencing provides a great physical and mental workout, and it is lots of fun to learn. Learning to fence is a challenging mix of physical and tactical training that is equally suited to boys and girls age 6 and up. Our fencing program is provided in a safe environment and we emphasize safety rules at all times. To find out more or to register, call 210-872-2004 or visit www.olympianfencing.com/summer-schoolfencing-camps/. MADE IN TEXAS Mon, July 1 (Institute of Texan Cultures, 801 E. Durango Blvd.). 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. “Made in Texas” explores a diverse array of Texanmade objects which add to the fabric of life not only in our state, but across the globe. Explore objects, concepts, ideas and expressions of culture which originate in, are made in, or have strong ties to Texas: foodways, arts and crafts, agriculture and manufacturing, music, ways of making a living, furniture, clothing, inventions and architecture. Discover the impact Texas has had on the world and how Texas culture has influenced others. To find out more, call 210-458-2300 or visit www. texancultures.com/made_in_tx/. EVA’S HEROES’ SPECIAL PRESENTATION Tue, July 2 (Embassy 14, 13707 Embassy Row & Silverado 16, 11505 West Loop 1604 N). Embassy 14 and Silverado 16, in conjunction with Eva’s Heroes, offer a more suitable theater experience for persons with special needs, twice a month. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Patrons with special needs are admitted free while all others pay the matinee price.
DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH TEXAS Tue, July 2 (United Methodist Church, 231 E. North Loop Road, Gibbs Building, Room 1108). 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. The Down Syndrome Association of South Texas will be holding its monthly Parent Support meeting. This month’s topic is “Solutions to Picky Eaters.” A light dinner will be served, so to ensure that there will be enough food for your family, please call 210-349-4372 to RSVP. 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION Thu, July 4 (Woodlawn Lake Park, 1103 Cincinnati). 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Bring the entire family and join us for the biggest and best party in town to celebrate our nation’s birth and our freedom. Families are invited to participate in a fun-filled day of games, food and musical entertainment. The City’s official July Fourth Celebration is a free event sponsored by the San Antonio Parks Foundation, in cooperation with the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department. To find out more, visit www. saparksfoundation.org. BALCONES HEIGHTS JAZZ FESTIVAL Fri, July 12 – Friday August 30 (Wonderland of the Americas Amphitheater, 4522 Fredericksburg Rd.). 7 – 9 p.m. The Balcones Heights Jazz Festival has been captivating South Texas jazz fans for more than 16 years. The free concert series takes place each July and August, on Friday evenings at the spectacular outdoor amphitheater at Wonderland of the Americas. To find out more, visit www.reachfortheheights.org/jazzfestival. 34TH ANNUAL SARR WOMEN’S 5K RUN/WALK Sat, July 20 (Lincoln Heights, 999 E. Basse Rd.). 7:30 a.m. Come enjoy a chiptimed 5K run and walk-only along the streets of Alamo Heights. Separate run and walk (no running during event) divisions, awards for overall and masters in run and walk divisions, age group awards 5 deep in the run division and 3 deep in the walk division. Pre-race yoga
stretch will be led by Southtown Yoga Loft. Register at www.saroadrunners.com. MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT Tues, June 4 – Tues, July 30 (Hemisfair Park, 200 S. Alamo St.). Tuesday Nights at 7:30. Come out to Hemisfair Park and enjoy another wonderful season of movies during our Downtown Tuesday nights! FREE parking at city-operated parking garages, lots and meters after 5 p.m. To find out more, visit 210-207-3677. GOODTASTE TV’S 5TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Thurs, July 11 (Mercedes Benz of Boerne, 31445 Interstate 10). 6 – 8 p.m. Celebrate with Tanji Patton as she celebrates 5 years. Including Ounce Steakhouse who will be serving some food, wine tastings courtesy of Deutsch Wines, beer tastings of Ben E. Keith and plenty of giveaways all night long. Tickets are available for $30 at goodtaste.tv. 2013 DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONL TOUR Sat, July 20 (Alamodome, 100 Montana St.). The Southwestern Championship will feature the performances of 22 World Class corps, marking one of only a handful of times during the 2013 summer tour that nearly all of DCI’s corps will compete head-to-head in a single contest. Groups of 10 or more, $5 off (available only through DCI). DCI Group phone is 317-275-1212. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com. $10 parking available in Lots B & C. RIPE: A SPIRITED MARKET AT EILAN Sun, June 21 (Eilan Hotel, 17103 La Cantera Pkwy.). 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Ripe is San Antonio’s newest, most beautiful farmer’s market. Ripe will kick off its season (along with a fresh culture of events) with three summer preview markets (held the third Sunday of June, July, and August) before launching weekly on Sunday, September 8. To find out more, visit www.eilanhotel.com or call 210-598-2900.
Honor American Wounded Heroes At Golf Classic Submitted By American Wounded Heroes, Inc. he goal of the American Wounded Heroes (AWH), Inc. is to celebrate the service of those who have fought for our country through helping them improve their quality of life. Each year, AWH organizes an annual golf classic inviting a host of sponsors, golfers and veterans to unite in lending their support for the care and management of our American Wounded Heroes. This year will be no exception! On August 12, the American Wounded Heroes, Inc. will host their 6th annual American Wounded Heroes Golf Classic. 2013 will mark the Classic’s sixth year of raising funds and bringing in vital support to help rehabilitate veterans. This year, we will also be supporting the families of fallen Law Enforcement and Firefighters in Bexar County. The event will be held at Canyon Springs Golf Club; the same venue where the inaugural golf classic was hosted back in 2008. “The goal of the American Wounded Heroes, Inc. is to celebrate [the lives of wounded warriors] and their dedicated service to our country through the 6th Annual American Wounded Heroes Golf
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Classic,” stated J.D. Damian, Chairman of AWH. “The event will recognize those who inspire, support and mentor those that have made sacrifices for our freedom.” The American Wounded Heroes Golf Classic will begin with 6 a.m. registration, breakfast and silent auction. Golfers will tee off at 7:30 a.m. The live auction, lunch and awards ceremony will begin at 1 p.m. Veterans who participate in the event will come from all facets of life, including those who have both physical and emotional injuries. The golf classic will benefit the Wellness 4 Warriors II (a resource that provides holistic, natural, alternative options for our veterans and their families) and the 100 Club, (serving the families of fallen Law Enforcement and Firefighters in Bexar County) two non-profit organizations who aim to assist Veterans, Law Enforcement and Firefighters. For more information on how you can help support the American Wounded Heroes, Inc., visit www. americanwoundedheroesgolfclassic.com or contact Chairman J.D. Damian at 210-3817492. Military City, USA: AWH thanks you for your continued support of our American Wounded Heroes. God Bless America!
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JROTC Cadets Honor Our Country By Amanda Burris
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or Katherine Hardy of Reagan, Trevor Wulff of Johnson, Victoria King of Clark and Walker Hobson of Smithson Valley High School, being a leader seems natural. They are all leaders in JROTC by the examples they set, or by leading their teams to success in competitions. As upcoming seniors, these individuals will also be leading their peers through the hallways and in their classrooms. These young individuals have dedicated countless hours to accomplish goals and have learned to set the standards high for themselves. By using JROTC as a
way to stay active in the community, these four have found that giving back is a way to represent and practice the values that this country was developed around. Welcome Home had the opportunity to interview each of these cadets and discover how they became involved in such an honorable program, and how it has shaped them into exemplary students and active members of the community. In honor of Independence Day, these cadets represent the future leaders that our country will have the pleasure of looking up to, as they grow more and more into the outstanding citizens of America that they have already proven to be.
Dalton McCord
Katherine Hardy
Dalton McCord, of Winston Churchill High School, was inspired to join the JROTC program due to his brother Andrew who was a role model to him. By seeing the opportunities that the program offered, along with the fun and involvement, Dalton looked forward to joining as a member himself. “Being involved in the program is a responsibility above most of the average teenager,” Dalton said. “Being part of this program means to be dedicated, and to form a bond with your teammates as brothers and sisters, to become a family where we don’t just see each other at practice, we see each other out of school and we are always there for each other if someone is in trouble. Our JROTC instructors help instill these kinds of values in all the incoming cadets, so that we always have someone there for us in a time of need.” By being part of this group, Dalton has had the chance to become a commander of the Physical Training team. As well as the leader of the Raiders team in the annual
competition. On these teams, Dalton has to act as a leader, believing that his peers will be r e s p o n s i bl e and put their trust in his decisions that will lead them to success. Dalton has many goals for his senior year. While hoping to gain a full Navy/ Marine ROTC scholarship, graduate suma cum lade and be accepted into A&M University into the Corps of Cadets, Dalton also hopes to have some fun and have his best year yet in JROTC. “[I hope to] be able to make JROTC fun for all the upcoming cadets,” Dalton explained, “and make sure that I do my best to be a role model to the freshmen, and set an example that they will remember for years to come in their lives.”
Trevor Wulff Cadet Lieutenant Colonel, Trevor Wulff is on the JROTC at Claudia Taylor Johnson High School. Inspired by his family, he has found that being involved in this program not only has taught him many valuable skills in life, but also has given him the opportunity to be part of a supportive and close group of individuals. “My dad was in the military and I always wanted to join the military after high school. JROTC enabled me to begin my leadership training and advance my interpersonal skills along with so much more,” Trevor said. “To me, being in JROTC is being a leader. I have learned to naturally lead peers.” Trevor understands the importance of being a leader to his fellow cadets. While stepping up and taking charge can be some of the qualities of a leader, Trevor feels that the focus should be to influence, motivate and inspire others. “Being a leader is making a difference and setting an example for others to
Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Katherine Hardy has found her place in JROTC at Ronald Reagan High School. While she originally planned on going into Cross Country, meeting some of the cadets from the program helped her to realize that she wanted to challenge herself and experience something new. “To be in this program means hard work and dedication and courage to step out of one’s comfort zone and be the leader,” Katherine said. “I remember how shy and quiet I could be at times and how terrifying standing up in front of a class to present was. JROTC broke me out of my shell and I have the courage to get out there and speak my mind.” JROTC has become Katherine’s home away from home where she has developed an abundance of friendships over the last three years. With fall bringing her final year at Reagan, Katherine has set various goals for herself, mainly based around the JROTC program. “As the Battalion Commander, I
hope to help improve the program at my school; as the Diamondback Drill Team com mander, the team’s goal is to make it to Army Nationals and Daytona Nationals, so we will certainly be working hard next year for practice; as the Female Raiders commander, my goal is to get my girls in shape and ready for the Raider competition next spring. For school in general, my goal is to not let “senioritis” get the better of me and maintain the high grades I typically receive.” As Cadet Lieutenant Colonel, Katherine has always done her best to set a good example for the other cadets. With hard work, dedication and always staying highly motivated, she has truly become an outstanding leader.
Walker Hobson follow. It is more than a title. It’s a characteristic that defines a rare type of person,” he said. Trevor has found he can be a leader as a Company Commander at Johnson High School. With this position, he has gotten the opportunity to work with other leaders and help many become one. Inspired by making a difference, especially to the freshmen, he has found that his position in JROTC is one that is meaningful and inspiring. “During senior year I hope to improve the battalion here at Johnson and over all set myself up for success. I’m looking at applying for WestPoint or the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M,” Trevor explained. “It should be a good year.”
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Cadet Commander Walker Hobson of the Navy JROTC has proven to be not only a leader amongst his peers but an outstanding student at Smithson Valley High School. His involvement with in JROTC has consisted of over 5,000 hours of community service and dedication to his school and unit. “I was inspired to join [JROTC] by my grandfather who served in the US Marine Corps. He has been a huge inspiration in my life, and I hope that I can become half the man he is,” Walker said. As a member of the NJROTC at Smithson Valley, cadets are leaders and examples to many of their peers. “You have to constantly make sure that what you’re doing is what’s right, so that those that see you will be encouraged to do the right thing as well,” Walker commented. “I try to do this as best as I can so those around me will see the example that I set and try to emulate it.” After finishing off his junior year, Walker looks forward to his senior year
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and has set many goals for himself. Some of his goals are to increase the size of his NJ ROTC unit, win the Distinguished U n i t Award, get accepted into Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and to be awarded a Navy ROTC Scholarship. Walker has found one of his favorite parts of being in JROTC at Smithson Valley is the sense of family that comes with being a unit. “You get to know everyone so well, and they have become some of my best friends,” he shared. “We all depend on each other so much, and I don’t consider them to be fellow students, but rather I consider them to be my brothers and sisters.”
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he weather is heating up and Americans are heading outdoors to soak up the fun. Warm weather enthusiasts should keep safety on the top of their minds when they’re out camping, boating and barbecuing. CSA Group, a leader in testing and certification, wants to remind Americans to stay safe all summer with the following tips. Camping Stoves and Lanterns Fuel-burning camping equipment, such as stoves, lanterns and outdoor cookers, should only be lit outdoors and at least 10 feet (3 meters) from tents, combustible materials and vehicles. Never light a stove or lantern inside a tent or vehicle. Before use, carefully inspect parts for leaks, blockages or damage. Keep loose, flammable clothing away from open flames. Carefully monitor children and pets around stoves and lanterns.
Boats and Cabins Ensure boats and cabins are equipped with proper emergency safety equipment, including first aid kits and fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors and fire alarms. When first opening your cabin, carefully inspect all appliances for damage from rodents or insects. Always wear a personal flotation device. Never consume alcohol while operating any vehicle. Outdoor Gas Barbeques Before firing up your barbecue for the first time, carefully inspect burners and burner tubes for blockages due to dirt, grease, insects or rust buildup. Clean or replace any blocked parts or have a certified technician make repairs. Propane cylinders must be inspected and re-qualified every 12 years in the United States. A date stamp on the cylinder indicates when it was last qualified. Don’t
Providing Love Stich By Stich Submitted By Allie Beyer ana’s Quilters is a special and unique ministry that has graced the San Antonio community with the mission to provide beautifully donated hand sewn quilts to the perilously ill babies and children of the downtown Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital, as well as providing for the requests of other critically unwell children in need within the communities. The Stone Oak Cumberland Presbyterian Church, SOCPC, embraced the initiation of the establishment of Jana’s Quilters in 2008. The quilters were originally comprised of the gifted hands of ten women along with
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all the unused fabric, remnants and pieces of batting they could gather to launch their relentless quilting operation that would soon touch the lives of so many. The ministry’s name was derived in memory of a SOCPC member’s child, Jana, which fought a courageous battle of Leukemia, who succumbed to the cancer at the age of 13. Jana’s story, the testimonies of the joy and comfort the quilts bring to these children and the immediate lines formed at the hospital prior to every quilt delivery, all provide the steadfast dedication for Jana’s Quilters to stay focused on their mission, while always remembering that they are
use a rusty or damaged cylinder. If in doubt, have your tank replaced. When purchasing or installing a gas barbecue, make sure that it carries the mark of an approved certification organization,
such as CSA Group, indicating the barbecue has been tested to applicable national standards. More safety tips available at www. csasafetytips.com.
indeed providing a true ministry of love. Over the years, Jana’s Quilters has grown with members of SOCPC and nonmembers alike with women travelling from surrounding towns, some as far as Austin whom have all contributed to the overall production of over 600 handmade quilts, year to date, that have been provided to the community and caregivers of Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital. Jana’s Quilters caring success is solely the result and sustainment of fundraisers and donations that have assisted in the cause with the simple needs required to create the quilts. On each quilt, engraved are the words,
“Made for you with love and prayers.” “We pour our love and prayers into each quilt we sew,” said Debra Holt, who spearheaded the organization. “We cannot cure these babies. We cannot even hold and rock their pain away, but we CAN send them a colorful, warm quilt to remind them we are in constant prayer for them and that they are LOVED.” For more information, volunteering opportunities, or donations for Jana’s Quilters, please contact Debra Holt by emailing her at debrapholt@hotmail.com or call 830-980-7030.
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Five Ways You Can Promote Safer Swimming Submitted By Mary Reilly-Magee ith summer fast approaching, water safety should be every parent’s top priority. Here are some tips for promoting safer swimming when children are in or around water. 1. Know where children are at all times. If you have two non-swimmers in the pool with you, have the child that you are not working with hold onto your back. This way you can give your attention to the child you are working with, without worrying about the other child’s safety.
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2. Keep your cool. If children’s heads go underwater or if they slip off the step and are unable to swim, do not react dramatically! This only teaches your child to panic. Calmly guide them back to the steps or wall. You should always remain nearby, but use the situation as an opportunity for your child to learn the logical and physical consequences. 3. Teach children the 3 choices to be safe if they fall in the water: • Turn and grab a wall • Swim back to the steps • Roll over and float When they jump in to you, resist the temptation to catch them because this creates a false sense of security and overconfidence. Instead, allow them to be submerged so they learn the cause and effect of jumping in the water. 4. Designate a Water Watcher. Anytime children are in or around water,
a responsible adult should be designated as an official Water Watcher. Just as you should always designate a driver to ensure the safety of the passengers, Water Watchers ensure the safety of the children. Designate a Water Watcher in your home! Water Watcher Tags can be worn by the adult who is on duty and responsible for the kiddos. Love to Swim and Tumble School is currently providing free Water Watcher Tags – just stop by the location nearest you to pick one up! 5. Don’t rely on floatation devices. Teach your children how to swim. The ability to swim with proper technique provides a lifetime of benefits. Floaties promote improper technique by allowing children to paddle with their heads above the water. This puts the body in a vertical position and eliminates the ability to understand the body’s natural buoyancy. Consider enrolling your child in swim lessons. You will have peace of mind knowing your investment will pay off in your child’s water safety and fitness. They will have fun and enjoy learning. About Mary Reilly-Magee Mary is an athlete, a passionate instructor and a mom who has spent the last 27 years of her life teaching students of all ages to swim. She is the founder of Love to Swim and Tumble School and has locations in San Antonio and Schertz. Mary is the current President of the U.S. Swim School Association and has spoken multiple times for the American Swimming Coaches Association and the U.S. Swim School Association, and at
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Saturday, December 14, 2013 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 1803 E. Sonterra Blvd Legacy Shopping Center (281 N & 1604)
Each year, thousands of families from across San Antonio attend Winter Celebration Featuring AirLIFE Santa to celebrate the season and help collect new unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. Winter Celebration has been the largest Toys for Tots drive in San Antonio for the past 5 years. There’s no better way to introduce your business to the community. We invite your business to be a part of one of the largest and longest running holiday events in San Antonio.
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Join Tanji Patton For Goodtaste Churchill’s “All-Sports Program” Showcases Student Artists TV’s 5th Birthday Celebration At Mercedes-Benz Of Boerne
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amiliar to San Antonio, Tanji Patton is an Emmy award-winning journalist pursuing her passion for wine and food. Her fun, engaging and informative website, “Good Taste With Tanji” features chefs, wines and food pairings from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and the west coast. By traveling to different parts of the world to discover the art of choosing a glass of wine Tanji has been making it a fun and tasty experience for her viewers for the past five years! Tanji also hosts Goodtaste Girls’ Night Out events that feature local vendors, food and wine in both San Antonio & Houston. To celebrate 5 years of “GoodTaste” Tanji’s event planners at Outside the Box Productions are throwing a “Birthday Bash” on Thursday, July 11th from 6pm - 9pm at Mercedes-Benz of Boerne. “I can’t believe it’s already been 5 years. We have had so much fun bringing great food, wine and interesting places to our viewers. I just love San Antonio and the people here and we are really excited to invite everyone to come help us celebrate! We have teamed up with some great partners to make the night a memorable one,” said Patton. Some of those partners include Ounce Steakhouse who will be serving up some of their favorite bites, wine tastings courtesy of Deutsch Wines, beer tastings courtesy
of Ben E Keith & amazing giveaways all night long including weekend leases from Mercedes-Benz of Boerne. As with all of Tanji’s events, there will also be fabulous shopping including Stella & Dot, Bolingo Bags and many more as well as great entertainment. Tickets are available for $30 at goodtaste. tv so get your tickets now and join Tanji as we raise our glasses to celebrate 5 yearsCheers!
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Art students from Churchill High School are encouraged to submit artwork for the cover of the All-Sports Program. This is a previous year’s selected artwork for the cover.
Submitted By Lori Van De Walle ontinuing a tradition that is decades old, Art students at Winston Churchill High School (WCHS) are invited each year to submit artwork to be considered for the cover of the All-Sports Program. The Program is distributed at Varsity football games and at other events throughout the year. Different artwork is chosen as the cover for each of Churchill’s home football games and another for the playoffs. The Charger All-Sports Program is a publication produced by Charger Sports Association (CSA) each year that rivals most high school yearbooks! It promotes student athletes, band, spirit teams, fine arts, clubs and organizations from one of Texas’ finest high schools –WCHS. It is a great opportunity to publicize a business and/ or showcase a Churchill Charger. The AllSports Program is one of CSA’s primary fundraisers benefitting all organized sports teams at WCHS –all 18 of them! Parents and friends have the opportunity to place Spirit Ads, and there is as special section reserved for Senior Baby Pictures in this amazing program! Past programs are available for viewing at CSA’s website at www.chargersports.org. Information and order forms are available under the “Program” tab for anyone interested in
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emonade is often associated with refreshment and hot summer days. When the mercury on the thermometer has reached record heights, few beverages are as refreshing as a cold glass of lemonade. This summer figures to have its share of hot afternoons. But while the higher temperatures might be typical this time of year, your choice for refreshment can be anything but -- even if you insist on sticking with lemonade. The following recipe for “Apple Lemonade” from Elsa PetersenSchepelern’s “Cool Smoothies: Juices and Cocktails” (Ryland, Peters & Small) offers a unique take on a summer favorite. Apple Lemonade: Serves 4 2 to 3 cooking apples, unpeeled, chopped into small pieces Sugar, to taste Juice of 1 lemon Sparkling water (to serve) Ice
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Put the apples into a saucepan, cover with cold water, bring to a boil and simmer until soft. Strain, pressing the pulp through the strainer with a spoon. Add sugar to taste, stir until dissolved, then let cool. To serve, pack a pitcher with ice, half-fill the glass with the apple juice, add the lemon juice, and top with sparkling water.
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HABITUDE WARRIOR ERIK SWANSON, an award winning Professional Speaker, is the CEO and Founder of a Speaker’s promoting company called UNIVERSAL SEMINARS. He has developed a unique and result-driven system called “The YES Attitude - Habitude Warrior Training System”, in which he shares the top characteristics
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