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Note From The Publisher Celebrate Summer!
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s I am writing this letter, I am caught up in the excitement of the NBA playoffs, so I decided to dust off a photo of my father and I with Sean Elliott. It’s not the greatest photo, but in the Groomer family, anything Spurs is great. The Spurs have had another great run this year and my family and I have been right there along with them. If you are one of the very, very few readers who don’t like to hear about the Spurs, don’t worry, as soon as we win the NBA Championship (Don’t let me down, boys!), I will mention them for just a few more months and then not until next year. I love going to the Spurs games because I go with my Mom and Dad. I treasure every moment I am blessed to spend with my parents. June is when we celebrate Father’s Day. Take the time this month to let the man who has been a father figure in your life know how much he has meant to you. Fathers are the men who are there for you – when you need them and when you think you don’t. My father always tried to teach me lessons but I just seemed to want to learn them the hard way. It’s not that my father was a bad teacher, it’s just that as I was growing up, I knew way too much to listen to him. As I grow older, my dad now teaches me without even having to say a word. Now, when I am in trouble or have a question, I think, “what would daddy do?” Or, I reflect on how he lived his life, and try to be the man he would want me to be. Remember to let your fathers know you love them. As a dad myself, I can assure you that we never get tired of hearing it. In May, we experienced some of the coolest weather on record, but this is San
Antonio, so the hot, hot days are now upon us. We live in an incredibly beautiful city, so go outdoors and have a good time! Enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, and all that the city has to offer. Be sure to visit theme parks, shops and downtown events. Remember to take care of your kids, your animals and yourselves. Stay hydrated and have fun! Welcome Home once again is a sponsor for Fiesta Noche del Rio. This is a live music and dance show at the Arneson River Theatre. I see this show every year and I love it even more every time. Take some friends, head downtown, relax and enjoy the show. Whether you are graduating from high school this month, heading into summer vacation or are parents celebrating summertime, remember to live in the present and enjoy each day. As always, if Welcome Home has inspired you to visit one of our advertisers, please let them know Welcome Home sent you! Until next month,
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On The Cover By Kalyn Stralow ongratulations to the Class of 2013! As a newspaper that focuses on the successes and triumphs of youth in our community, Welcome Home has had the opportunity to watch the young men and women of this graduating class grow up. As their proud parents and educators have submitted stories to us over the past 12 years, we have had the privilege of spotlighting these students since they entered Photo By Nikii Groomer elementary school. How fun to now see so many familiar names and Top-ranked 2013 graduates (l-r) Charles Cevallos, Madhuri faces cross the stage with multiple Venkateswar, Allison Davied and Paul Chung show their school awards, honors and scholarships as spirit. they graduate from high school! these young leaders for the incredible hard On this month’s front cover are four work, commitment and determination exemplary students representing Reagan, that allowed them to achieve this honor. Johnson, Churchill and Smithson Valley. Continue reading on page 10 to find details After spending four years committed to about each of these graduates and their academic success at their respective high journey to the top of the class. schools, Paul Chung, Allison Davied, Best wishes to these students, along with Madhuri Venkateswar and Charles Cevallos their classmates, as they graduate from high each emerged as the top student in their school. We look forward to celebrating their graduating class. That’s a whole lot of future successes as emerging leaders in our intelligence on one front cover! community and beyond. Welcome Home is proud to recognize
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Flag Retirement Honors School End By Amanda Burris hen an American flag has become worn, faded and used, an official ceremony is conducted to retire it. On Thursday, May 16 at Johnson High School, this particular ceremony took place to bring closure to the school year. After an amazing year of hard work and achievements, it seemed only fitting to honor a few individuals that stood out. Colonel Dodson, the 5th ROTC Brigade Commander and his Command Sergeant, Major Moore began the ceremony by recognizing Cadet Major Duncan Pawloski for being the 2013 JROTC Air Rifle National Champion and for leading his team at competition. “It’s one set of skills to be a champion and a whole other set to be a leader,” Col. Dodson said as he spoke to the Johnson Cadets. While he recognized Duncan for his achievements, he also pointed out the importance of working together as a team to reach goals and becoming a leader amongst others. After this special recognition, an award presentation was conducted for Joseph Benadum, Jennifer Perez, Jonathon Ekstand, Thomas Porth and Justine Juan, who were acknowledged for various achievements that had not previously been addressed at the 5th Annual Award Ceremony on Saturday, May 11. It was then time to honor and retire the flag. As the National Anthem was sung by a cadet, the flag was raised for the last time. Once the flag was brought back down, the official procedure for retiring a flag was put into effect. The respectful way to keep the dignity of our nation’s flag, once worn, is to incinerate it, though this does not mean to simply drop the flag into a fire. The Johnson
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Johnson JROTC raises the American flag for a final time before officially retiring it.
cadets handling the flag brought it over to a table where they began by removing the field of blue stars from the flag. This was left as a solid piece of material because it represents the union of the fifty states and as a symbol of that, it should never be broken. Following this, each stripe was cut off into individual strips. Once properly separated, the cadets made their way to the small fire present on the drill pad. The blue star field was retired into the fire first, followed by each strip individually. The Johnson JROTC put on a respectful and memorable ceremony that not only honored many individuals who made their mark upon the school year, but also honored our country.
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Submitted By Stacy Wisner n June 16, Lopez Middle School student Alex Becker will run his first full marathon (26.2 miles) in Vancouver, WA at the Vancouver USA Marathon. He is using this opportunity to raise funds to help fund research to find a cure for hydrocephalus in honor of his young neighbor and Hardy Oak student, Morgan Hawk. Five-year-old Morgan was born with hydrocephalus and had his first brain surgery Five year old Hardy Oak Elementary student, Morgan Hawk, whose before he was even one neighbor and friend will run his first marathon in his honor. month old. He has had a total Hydrocephalus can strike at any age of five brain surgeries so far. Hydrocephalus is a common disorder, and there are 180 different causes. One also known as “water on the brain.” The million people in the United States have standard treatment, a shunt, was developed hydrocephalus. Alex, 13, has run seven half marathons in 1952 and has a 50 percent failure rate after just two years, which is the reason so since he was 10 years old but this will many have to have multiple brain surgeries be his first full marathon. Donations can be accepted at www.gofundme.com/ just to stay alive. There is no cure and very little research. runforhydro. All donations will be given The National Institutes of Health spends directly to the Hydrocephalus Research 60 cents per person with hydrocephalus, Guild in Seattle, WA. For more information, per year, compared to $300 per person, visit www.hydroresearch.org. Links can per year, with Juvenile Diabetes, though also be found on the Lopez Middle School the prevalence of the disease is the same. website at www.neisd.net/lopez.
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hile we’ve enjoyed the slow start to summer, the heat is coming fast! Because of the heat, it’s important to take extra precautions with your vehicle. This month we are focusing on four heatrelated concerns. 1. Keep your engine cool: Make sure the cooling system is flushed and the coolant is replaced periodically. Between flushes, make sure the coolant is filled to the proper levels. Inspect hoses and drive belts for cracking, soft spots or other signs of poor condition. Worn parts are more susceptible to failure in hot conditions. 2. Stay cool: Exceptionally high temperatures can cause an uncomfortable ride. Take the time to get your vehicles air conditioning system serviced. Make sure it’s operating at maximum efficiency. 3. Avoid excessive heat where the rubber meets the road: Driving on underinflated tires can affect the handling and braking of a vehicle, but it also can cause tires to overheat and increase the likelihood of a blowout. 4. Have your battery tested: High temperatures can make the battery fluid evaporate, which damages the interior of the battery, and drastically shortens the life of the unit! Also, the high temperatures can encourage corrosion and deterioration. We have lots of savings this summer, so please stop by any of our four locations to take advantage of these offers: Wednesday is Ladies Day! Receive 10 percent off any repair, with no limit, for Ladies who drop off on Wednesdays.
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It’s A Wrap For The 2012-2013 Johnson Band Submitted By Sulema Mejia, Johnson High School Band Secretary his time of year always brings with it some reflection of the past school year. For the Johnson Jaguar Band, a whirlwind of activity has brought the young band program to the end of an outstanding school year. From Mini-Band Camp in June to performing at their last band concert in May, the students worked relentlessly on their artistry and consistently produced a powerful response from audiences and judges alike. The band worked hard during the fall marching season rising to the top of the Bands of America (BOA) competitions. They earned third place in the BOA Denton Regional and fourth place in the BOA San Antonio Super Regional against a large number of bands competing from all over the state. In addition, they garnered second place in the UIL 5A Area D Finals and earned tenth place in the UIL 5A State Marching Contest. As the Johnson Band moved on to concert season, they placed a high priority on developing individual musicianship as well as outstanding jazz and concert bands. Impressing the judges with their “wow” performances, all three concert bands received Superior/Sweepstakes Awards at the UIL Concert and Sight Reading Contest this April. Amid tremendous praise from the judges, one judge noted “You are blessed to have so many talented students
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Band Directors (Left to Right): Darryl Pemberton, Manny Maldonado, Jarrett Lipman and Alan Sharps.
that sound like professionals.” In addition, the Johnson Jazz Band students delighted crowds at several different venues and achieved a Superior Rating in the Texas A&M Kingsville competition. With new best ever performances, the Johnson Color Guard became the Houston and Dallas Regional Champions in March. Then they brought home their first National Silver Medal by placing second overall in the Scholastic Open Class at the Winter Guard International World Championships in April. As the end of a memorable and exciting school year approaches, the Johnson High School band program feels it is appropriate to let their hard working students know how very proud they are of them. They wish their 53 seniors well and hope they leave with a wealth of wonderful memories of the years
Johnson High School is proud of their class of 2013 Band Seniors.
of excellence and unity! And on behalf of all of the band families, they would like to say a special thanks to their dedicated band directors: Jarrett Lipman, Alan Sharps, Manny Maldonado and Darryl Pemberton. It’s been truly amazing to see how the lives of these children have been changed because of their experiences in the Johnson Band. In closing, the Johnson High School Band program want to extend their best wishes to their Director of Percussion and Assistant Director of Bands, Manny Maldonado, as he pursues a new direction as
an Associate Director of Bands at Bradley Middle School. A few months ago, he wrote in a letter to the band seniors, “Thank you for your time in the Johnson Band Program. Your hard work, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence has made us one of the best band programs in the country. The legacy you have helped establish will live on for years to come!” Those words seem equally fitting for the man with the huge heart who nurtured so much more than musical talents and whose own legacy at Johnson will continue to inspire.
Brownie Troop Collects Over 250 Johnson Theatre Advances Stuffed Animals For Local Children To State!
Submitted By: Stacy Irons s part of their 2013 community service project, Brownie Troop 858, collected new and gently used stuffed animals for local children involved in Child Protective Service cases. The troop of third grade girls attend Encino Park Elementary school and were able to collect 292 stuffed animals with the help of fellow students, parents and the Encino Park faculty. On May 8, 2013 the troop was able to see the impact of their efforts as they delivered the stuffed animals to Child Advocates of San Antonio (CASA). CASA trains and supports a system of volunteers that step in and fill a supportive role during the transition of children and youth within the court system ensuring they receive emotional, medical and educational support while advocating for permanent homes. Last year CASA volunteers contributed 21,813 hours to children and youth in the San Antonio court systems. Troop 858 enabled these volunteers to bring a little bit of joy to these children with their dedication
Submitted By Bridgett Dunlap he Johnson Theatre Department’s production of Unexpected Tenderness advanced to the State U.I.L. OneAct-Play Contest at the University of Texas on May 22. The following students were awarded individual awards:
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Members of Encino Park Brownie Troop 858 beam with pride as they deliver their donated stuffed animals to Child Advocates of San Antonio (CASA).
to community service and their donation. Troop 858 would like to personally thank the Encino Park parents, students and faculty members for their collective efforts. They would also like to thank Principal Hinds for allowing a donation box to be left on school grounds, as well as the Bocanegra family for their generous donation of 48 new Pillow Pets.
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Region Best Actor: Zack Walker Best Actress: Madi Cooper All-Star-Cast: Kevin LaTorre and Lexi Wilson Best Technician: Austen Hinojosa
Johnson Theater students in the One-Act-Play, “Unexpected Tenderness.”
Area Best Actor: Zack Walker Best Actress: Madi Cooper All-Star-Cast: Joshua Riding Honorable Mention All-Star-Cast: Londa Ploetz Best Technician: Joshua Kieslich
to articles@welcomehomesa.com. Your first and last name, phone number and email address. Your soldier’s name, his/her relationship to you (son, wife, friend, etc.) Where your soldier is currently serving and their military branch, rank and unit. An explanation of why you are nominating them. We will contact you to let you know your
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soldier has been chosen to appear in our July issue and to gather additional information including a photograph. Nominations can be accepted now through June 7, 2013. Thank you to our service members and their families for their strength and courage each and every day. God Bless America!
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There Can Only Be One Number One By Kalyn Stralow For academically-driven students entering high school, there is one ultimate goal — graduating at the top of the class. Emerging as the top-ranked students at schools that are nationally recognized for their academic success is no small feat. For Paul Chung, Allison Davied, Madhuri Venkateswar and Charles Cevallos, that incredible honor is theirs. As the number one ranked student out of hundreds in each of their graduating classes, these young men and women have set the standard for scholastic achievement throughout their high school careers. So what sets these valedictorians apart from their classmates? Welcome Home interviewed each student to discover, in their own words, what has driven their success, their plans for the future and their advice to incoming high school students.
Allison Davied
Madhuri Venkateswar
What was the key to your academic success? I love learning. I have always enjoyed learning new things and exploring new ideas. Also, I developed the willpower or persistence to work on something until it is complete to my satisfaction. Persistence takes a lot of discipline; discipline is simply doing what you know you need to do, even though you don’t feel like doing it.
What was the key to your academic success? I learned how to prioritize and always keep my life balanced. It’s easy to get caught up in school and extracurricular activities and try to do everything. Instead, I made sure to always keep time for myself and always focus on what was ultimately important.
Winston Churchill High School Rice University, Engineering & Economics
Claudia Taylor “Ladybird” Johnson High School Texas A&M University, Chemical Engineering
What activities were you involved in during high school? I have enjoyed participating in academic UIL, especially history, and multiple clubs and honor societies. I volunteered in several areas and received the Presidential Volunteer Award during all four years of high school, but particularly enjoyed volunteering at the nursery at our church. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My parents are my greatest educators. When we were very young, my mom would take us on weekly trips to the library. We always got to check out books that were interesting to us, and she’d slip in a few others that she wanted us to see. My dad really supported my math knowledge. We had a bedtime routine of solving math problems or guessing the rule or patter for sequences of numbers. So we developed a love for learning and achievement at a young age and a discipline that accepted sacrifice and hard work. The teachers, especially Mr. Wetmore who led UIL, also guided me and supported my academic development. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? I like science and math and really enjoy problem solving. The more I learned about Chemical Engineering, the more interested I was, as it has a broad range of career opportunities available to it. Chemical engineers are key players in alternative energy, making pharmaceuticals and medical devices, new chemicals, and all food and consumer goods. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? First, get involved. Find something you like doing and then work to excel at that. Not everyone will like the same thing, so don’t try to do the same thing as everyone else or be like anyone else. Second, set priorities. You don’t need to be in every club; just pick the groups that you are really interested in. Finally, never give up.
What activities were you involved in during high school? In high school, I was heavily involved in the speech and debate program as an extemporaneous speaker. This stimulated my interest in politics and led to my involvement in the Young Democrats program as the Vice President. I also was a competitive pianist, Indian classical vocalist, and Indian classical dancer. In order to serve my community, I started a math tutoring program at Bazan Public Library, located in a disadvantaged area of San Antonio. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My elementary school GT teacher, Ms. Polanco, had the greatest impact on my life because she taught me how to learn. Her class was always filled with logic puzzles, and other activities that would force me to think outside the box. Her instruction set the groundwork for the way I approached problems later in my life. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? I wanted to do something in college that would reflect all of my interests. As an avid participator in the debate program, I wanted to be able to serve my community while also pursuing my interests in math and science. Thus, I want to combine engineering and economics in order to pursue a career in public policy. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? I would tell incoming freshman to always follow what they are passionate about and never let anybody else tell them how to live their life. Ultimately, what you do after high school is your choice and should always make you happy.
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Ronald Reagan High School Yale University, Biomedical Engineering What was the key to your academic success? I’m very self-driven, and that’s been critical to my performance. I always set a high bar for myself, and I make sure to attain it. I also definitely couldn’t have gotten here without my parents, who have always supported me and let me be my own person.
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Smithson Valley High School The George Washington University, Political Science What was the key to your academic success? Studying diligently and planning ahead. What activities were you involved in during high school? Marching Band, Broadcast Journalism, Secular Student Alliance, Student Council, Class Council, UIL Academics, German Foreign Exchange Program, Garden Club, GOLD Youth Leadership, Texas Boys State, National Honors Society, USO Exodus. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? Ms. Keller made her classes challenging and pushed her students. She also made the effort to get to know her students on a personal level and helped them if they were having problems at school or home. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? When I was first choosing a major, I was leaning towards science because that is what comes easily to me, but after taking government and human geography classes, I realized I wanted to go into political science even if it proves more difficult for me. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? Stay on top of your schoolwork and prioritize your extracurricular activities, because one day, you will have to juggle and find balance between school, band, yearbook, student council and other commitments.
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What activities were you involved in during high school? I’ve been involved in several very different organizations throughout my high school career. Reagan has a very strong Latin program, and that’s been a huge part of my life over the past four years. Visual art has always been important to me, so I’ve been active there as well. I’ve also worked with Youth for Burma, a student organization that raises funds and awareness for students in rural Burma and Cranes for the Cure, Reagan’s origami organization. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My Latin teacher, Mrs. Shaw, has been incredibly important to my time at Reagan. For the past three years, she’s taught us about genitives and gerunds, datives and declensions, and every moment has been unbelievably fun. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? Medicine is where I see myself in the future, and biomedical engineering will give me a really strong foundation. I really want to be someone who doesn’t just help people physically; I want to be someone who genuinely cares about patients and makes a positive difference in their lives. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? Be yourself and know who you are. Everyone has different talents and abilities, and really developing these leads to success. Don’t try to be someone you’re not, and find your own way.
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Open Your Eyes To The Best Option In Vision Care
The staff at Vision Source Stone Oak.
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he gift of clear, accurate sight can bring wonder, beauty, excitement and increased functionality into our lives. However, over time, vision needs and concerns may change. Aging, eye trauma, allergies, eye infection, health issues – all can hinder the ability to see clearly. Dr. Monica Allison at Vision Source Stone Oak and Dr. Diana Gonzalez at Vision Source Evans Road have been treating patients with all vision needs in the Stone Oak and Encino area since 2005. Each doctor is passionate about helping their patients see clearly, regardless of their age or vision concerns. Their dedication to providing optimum vision care is reflected in their growing practices. Dr. Allison and Dr. Gonzalez always envisioned running their own optometry practice, helping families with their vision needs in a friendly, personable setting. In order to provide patients with an intimate level of care with the added benefit of access to the latest technology, they each decided to partner with Vision Source, the country’s premier network of private practice optometrists. Their individual partnerships with Vision Source have allowed both doctors to tailor an advanced level of care to their patients at two locations. “Vision Source is a franchise, but each office is individually owned,” explained Dr. Allison. “We get to use their buying power. There are more than 2,300 offices and thousands of doctors, so we get better deals on things. The industry is always introducing new technology and other new things through us. Vision Source also emphasizes licensing to the highest level.” Dr. Allison and Dr. Gonzalez both ensure their practice are equipped with the latest pieces of advanced technology and the best treatment options available for patients. “We use a Specular Microscope to detect early corneal dystrophies,” explained Dr. Gonzalez. “We also have an edger, to cut glasses faster, often ready for patients the same day.” Both offices also use an Optomap®, an imaging system which provides a panoramic view of the back of the eye in seconds, to help detect problems in the retina that 20 years ago may have gone untreated. For those who wear or may need glasses, iZon® lenses are available. Categorized as “high resolution eyeglasses” iZon® provides high-definition vision – allowing you to see more clearly, sharply and vividly than ever before – by correcting even the most minute imperfections in the eye. New options for contact lens wearers – or those interested – have also exploded onto the optometry scene. “I fit a lot of patients with multifocal lenses and specialty gas permeable lenses,” said Dr. Gonzalez. “There are a lot of great new options available for patients who thought they could not wear lenses, but now with the newer options available, they can read and see far away clearly, experiencing the best of both worlds.” “If you tried wearing contacts say even seven years ago, you’ll be blown away by the advancements made,” added Dr. Allison. Treating children is also a large part of Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Allison’s practice. Although school-aged children
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often have their vision checked at school or by their family physician, it is not uncommon for reading, focusing or other vision problems to go undetected. “While it may be easy to detect if a child is having trouble seeing far away, there’s no one that is really going to be able to test how they’re reading, focusing, or the alignment of their eyes except for an optometrist,” explained Dr. Allison. “We can catch these issues, they’re things we’re trained to pick up on.” Through comprehensive eye examinations, Dr. Allison and Dr. Gonzalez check eyes, inside and out, for glaucoma, cataracts, and all other eye diseases. The eye also provides a picture into an individual’s overall health and can indicate whether he or she may be suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, reaction to medication, or other systemic diseases. “Through looking through the eyes, we can detect the early stages of macular degeneration, glaucoma, and meibomian gland dysfunction, a major cause of dry eye,” explained Dr. Gonzalez. “Looking into the eye is like looking into your body,” added Dr. Allison. “It gives us a clear picture of the arteries and veins and what’s going on with your health.” With the changes in the healthcare industry, the doctors have embraced their new positioning as a type of primary care physician. Both doctors want their patients to feel that they can contact their optometrist in the case of an eye emergency. “All major medical insurance will take care of problems with the eye, but places like the emergency room won’t have the equipment that we have,” Dr. Allison said. “We take call after hours and treat all kinds of eye problems including infections, injuries and dry eye.” “The technology that we have allows us to provide better treatment and the latest medication for patients with eye emergencies,” added Dr. Gonzalez. Now an integral part of the community, Dr. Allison and Dr. Gonzalez have watched their practices grow and evolve – right along with North San Antonio. “We’ve grown substantially as a medical office,” said Dr. Gonzalez. “Last year, we are added nearly 2,000 square feet of office space to our practice including two exam rooms and a larger frame display area. This expansion has allowed us to see more patients and continue to grow as a family practice.” Dr. Allison and Dr. Gonzalez enjoy finding the perfect solution to their patients’ vision needs. From contact lenses and glasses to medical eye care and LASIK surgery consultation, both are available to those who desire treatment from confident professionals with years of growth and experience. Despite the influx of new residents and businesses alike, those in Stone Oak, Encino and surrounding communities can feel comfortable in continuing to trust their family’s vision care to dedicated, confident professionals, Dr. Monica Allison at Vision Source Stone Oak and Dr. Gonzalez at Vision Source Evans Road.
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There are a lot of great new options available for patients who thought they could not wear contact lenses, but now with the newer options available, they can read and see far away clearly, experiencing the best of both worlds.” – Dr. Diana Gonzalez Vision Source Evans Road
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Stone Oak Business Association proudly announces:
2013 Scholarship Recipients By Kalyn Stralow & Amanda Burris The Stone Oak Business Association (SOBA) is pleased to once again recognize outstanding young leaders in the Stone Oak community. Each year, SOBA awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Reagan and Johnson High School who demonstrate academic success, leadership and community involvement. This year, SOBA is proud to award a total of $8,000 to seven college-bound students. The SOBA scholarship fund is made possible through the participation of members, local businesses and the community in the annual SOBA Business Expo. The association would like to thank everyone who contributed
Rose Denzer Reagan High School The Ohio State University As a hard working student, class president all four years, a member of the varsity and show choir, and one of the leads in this year’s musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” Rose Denzer has come to a memorable end to her high school career. Although she is talented in multiple areas, Rose found her passion and plans to pursue it in college this fall. “I love chemistry, which is what made me decide to major in pharmacy in college,” she commented. “I love the math aspect of it and it interests me very much.” Rose decided to study pharmacy at Ohio State University. “When I took the tour at Ohio State, I fell in love,” Rose said. “They also have a fantastic pharmacy program, which sealed the deal for me.” Although Rose has a busy summer filled with two jobs and a few vacations, she looks forward to the newness that Ohio State will bring into her life. “I know no one going there and although it’s kind of a scary thought, it’s also very exciting,” she concluded.
Elizabeth Stutzman Reagan High School University of Texas at Austin Elizabeth Stutzman has not only excelled in school, but she also stayed involved with the color guard and marching band and volunteering at a local hospital. “Friends in the high school color guard group that I am a part of have told me that I inspired them to work hard in school,” Elizabeth commented. “I have always tried very hard, and I am so glad my work ethic rubbed off on others.” As her experience of high school comes to an end, she plans to head to the University of Texas at Austin where she will study biomedical engineering. “I love the many opportunities offered there and being accepted has been a dream come true,” Elizabeth said. Elizabeth will be filling her summer with volunteering and visiting family before she takes the exciting next step in her life to Austin. “I will miss all of my friends and especially my family,” she admitted. “I am really looking forward to the experience of being on my own. It will be very interesting!”
Allison Davied Johnson High School Texas A&M University Allison Davied has been an active student at Johnson, participating in various academic UIL, clubs, honor societies and volunteer work. “Johnson High School has a tradition of academic excellence,” Allison commented. “I hope that I have made a contribution to my school through my participation in academic UIL, my support of team members and my mentorship of the younger students. Through these activities, I believe that I have contributed to the extension of the Johnson tradition.” Allison’s hard work led her to become the valedictorian for her class at Johnson. “Being named valedictorian was the culmination of thousands of hours of studying, many late nights of preparing for exams or working on papers, and hundreds of times when I went to school early or stayed late to work with the teachers,” Allison said. Allison will be attending Texas A&M University next fall and plans to major in chemical engineering due to her love of science and math. “I will miss my friends from high school, but look forward to building new friendships at Texas A&M,” said Allison. “I also look forward to the academic challenges of college and to the next level of learning.”
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to making this year’s event a success—from vendors and volunteers to parents who purchased raffle tickets. Every dollar raised at the Business Expo is directly invested back into the youth of our community through these scholarships. To learn more about the Stone Oak Business Association, including scholarship information or how to become involved in the 2013 Business Expo, please call the SOBA office at 210-348-8233, or visit www.stoneoakbusiness.com. Congratulations to these winners and to the Class of 2013!
Brittany Uhlenbrock Reagan High School Texas A&M University Brittany Uhlenbrock has dedicated numerous hours to her high school experience, where she found a way to stand out as a leader. “By reaching out to my peers and teachers, I believe I have made myself to be more than just a number in a school of almost 3000,” said Brittany. “I have formed relationships with teachers that I hope to hold onto and friendships that I want to last.” It was Brittany’s involvement on the dance team as Colonel that truly made an impact. “As backwards as it may sound, I’ll miss being the first car in the parking lot at 6:30 a.m. for morning practice with my team and walking out after dark to find our cars lined up together as the last ones in the lot. I will most definitely miss the 25 talented and beautiful girls I spend more time with than anyone else.” Brittany found that she was meant for a college in her home state due to the friendliness of Texans. After this summer, she will start her freshmen year at Texas A&M University where she will be pursuing a major in Kinesiology.
Ellie Freeman Reagan High School Texas A&M University Ellie Freeman has had a memorable high school experience. She has been involved in organizations such as National Honor Society and PALs and truly enjoys giving back. Last year, she decided to produce a CD and sell it to raise money to sponsor a child’s education in Rwanda. “I was so touched to see my community, family and friends supporting me and working alongside me to help me reach my goal and celebrate on the way,” she said. Ellie has also found a passion for languages and other countries which has inspired her to study at Texas A&M University. “I loved A&M for its great sense of community and support system, and also because two of my cousins will be there next year,” she said. “I already loved the school, but what convinced me that it was the best choice for me was the chance to double major in International Studies and Spanish. Through their joint-degree program, I can work on my masters and undergraduate degree and graduate college with both in five or even four years total.” Ellie also has friends who will be attending the same college but says she will miss seeing her sisters and parents every day.
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Michelle Bogush Johnson High School Texas A&M University Michelle Bogush has made a lasting impact on her school and has grown as an individual throughout her
time there. “By just being myself, hardworking and outgoing, I feel like I left my mark at Johnson High School,” Michelle said. “As a student, I created and kept up the status of Johnson being an exemplary school through my academics.” As a cheer officer, Michelle sparked the idea for “Paws for the Cause,” where a football game is dedicated to raise money for breast cancer awareness and the fans wear all pink. “It feels amazing knowing that I helped found a tradition that will benefit the community,” Michelle said. Michelle is preparing herself for Texas A&M University in College Station, where she plans to study chemical engineering. “I am going to miss all of my friends from high school and all the memories I made from these past four years,” she said. This summer she will be making the transition into college life and working a job. Texas A&M University has new people and traditions awaiting Michelle as she takes on the next phase of her life.
Barrett Morrow Reagan High School University of Texas at Austin Whether it be asking questions in the classroom or volunteering at the hospital, Barrett Marrow has found a way to get the most out of all he does. At Reagan, Barrett found that Chemistry and Biology were his passions. With help from his teacher, Mrs. Billy Conway, he decided he would further study these subjects. “Mrs. Conway helped spark my dream of becoming a doctor because she had legitimate faith in me that I could do it,” Barrett commented. “Mrs. Conway saw the potential in me that nearly all teachers prior had failed to notice. This faith gave me a great deal of confidence and made me feel as if I really could accomplish my goals and become a doctor!” After a busy summer, Barrett will be attending the University of Texas at Austin. “I chose the University of Texas at Austin due to a multitude of reasons, which included location, value and quality of education, and the many unique opportunities only the city of Austin has to offer,” Barrett explained. Although new beginnings may be challenging, Barrett looks forward to the opportunities that Austin will bring and the focused curriculum that UT has to offer.
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By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 ormones affect the way we think, act and feel to a great degree. I recently attended a seminar about testosterone replacement therapy for men. The physician, a board certified urologist, told us that in men treated for prostate cancer by completely eliminating testosterone, severe depression and anxiety were common side effects. The same depression and anxiety are seen in some men whose testosterone level has declined due to age. The physician exclaimed, “Psychiatrists should check the testosterone level of a depressed male patient and give him what he really needs!” The audience laughed, but the statement is true — blood levels of hormones should be checked. If abnormal, hormones must be restored to optimal level. (There is no blood deficiency of anti-depressant). He also said that testosterone had a beneficial effect on restoring neurotransmitters. Side effects of testosterone therapy may include prostate enlargement. Breast enlargement in men who are taking testosterone is due to the change of testosterone into estrogen. So estrogen levels must be monitored as well. Sperm count, but not ejaculate, is usually decreased in testosterone replacement. I have definitely seen the similar debilitating mood changes in many women who have undergone a complete
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By Monica Allison, O.D. Diana Gonzalez, O.D. Vision Source (210) 404-2015 / (210) 495-9020 ummer is here and so are the days full of fun things to do with our families in San Antonio. At Vision Source, we definitely recommend a good pair of sunglasses for protecting your eyes from the intense summer sun. Even if you don’t need prescription eyewear, everyone should have protective sun wear, including children. If you are normally a glasses wearer, contact lenses may also be a good option to allow you to enjoy some summer fun. You could even wear a pair of non-prescription sunglasses over them. If swimming is a big part of your summer and a family member is nearsighted, they may have difficulty being able to see clearly at the pool. Most contact lenses should not be used while swimming and glasses are not always the best option. As an alternative, we can make prescription swim goggles or prescribe ortho-k lenses. Ortho-k is the process of using special contact lenses that are only worn at night while you sleep. Similar to how a retainer works on your teeth, the molding lenses gently reshape the front surface of your eye while you sleep and when you wake up and remove the contact lens, your vision is clear throughout the day. It works best for nearsighted individuals. Because children are not candidates for LASIK, ortho-k lenses are a great option for them.
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hysterectomy. Usually, the woman is replaced with a token amount of estradiol and nothing more. Without progesterone and testosterone, she may find that the smallest incident will cause her to cry, and that her happy camper self can switch into a raging fury in a nano-second. She does not need an anti-depressant, although that is what is commonly prescribed. She does not need to exercise more or drink more water—her brain needs progesterone to calm her and testosterone to give her confidence and sexual zest. Thyroid is another little helper hormone that declines gradually as we age leading to cold hands and feet, constipation, and foggy thinking. One protocol for treating depression in either sex is to prescribe a tiny dose of thyroid along with the antidepressant for the synergistic affect. Blood levels before and after replacement should be checked. Youthful bio-identical hormones should be in the optimal range and not the reference range. Furthermore, hormone decline does not serve any positive biological function. We don’t need to dwindle until we die. Side effects and contraindications to hormone replacement need to be discussed in detail at the time of an appointment. Call me: Dr. Donna Becker at 545-5224.
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Speaking of LASIK, summer is a great time to consider refractive surgery. We comanage refractive surgery at our office and can determine which procedure would be best for you. Having clear vision without using any devices is a great option for adults whose eyes are no longer changing. There are many different options in the refractive surgery market and we will share which choice would be best for you. At Vision Source, we accept most insurance plans including Tricare. We will review your options and together determine what is best for you as an individual. We also treat eye emergencies such as pink eye and foreign bodies, so be sure to call and we will get you in if the need ever arises. Dr. Diana Gonzalez practices at Encino Vision Source at 2339 Evans Rd, Ste 104. Drs. Monica Allison, Jeffery Capelle and Lindsey Denison practice at Stone Oak Vision Source located at 19202 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste 106. All of the doctors are members of Vision Source, the nation’s number one network of private practice optometrists. If you or a loved one needs to find a family eye doctor, please call one of our offices today at 210-404-2015 (Evans Rd location) or 210-495-9020 (Stone Oak Pkwy location) or visit www. visionsource-drgonzalez.com or www. visionsource-stoneoak.com.
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A Taste of the Northside Raises More Than $550,000 for the Brighton Center!
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Through the support of LYND and H-E-B, A Taste of the Northside again proves it is one of the best Fiesta events!
he Brighton Center hosted its official Fiesta® event, A Taste of the Northside, on Wednesday, April 24th at the Club at Sonterra. The largest food and wine/beer tasting event in San Antonio, the 14th annual A Taste of the Northside raised more than $550,000 for the non-profit organization. Named “Best Fiesta® Event” by WOAI for the third year in a row, A Taste of the Northside is Brighton Center’s largest fundraiser. All proceeds from the event are directly invested into the Brighton Center, helping to cover the cost of providing therapy services, early childhood education, parent training, and advocacy to children with developmental delays and/or disabilities and their families right here in Bexar County. More than 6,500 guests attended the event, enjoying their choice of 60 restaurants from all over the city, including seven food trucks. Each served samples of their finest menu selections. In addition, guests were treated to five live bands, margaritas by Dulce Vida Organic Tequila, more than 15 varieties of fine wine provided by Glazers and a wide selection of beer from Silver Eagle Distributors’ vast product line. After the event, guests had the opportunity to place their votes, recognizing restaurants with two very special awards. The vote for “Best Decorated Booth” resulted in a tie between Nothing Bundt Cakes and HEB. The winner of the “Most Spirited” award was a newcomer to A Taste of the Northside, Juicer Heroes! The overall “Best Restaurant” was determined by the number of guests that visited each booth. The winner of
this prestigious category was Kirby’s Steakhouse, with Texas Roadhouse coming in second place and a tie for third place between Las Palapas and P.F. Chang’s! Brighton Center staff poured countless hours of work and energy into planning, prepping and coordinating A Taste of the Northside 2013. However, if it weren’t for the immeasurable support and gracious contributions from co-presenting partners, LYND and H-E-B, along with the Queen of the Vine Court, the success of this event would not have been possible.
For the past 11 years, Brighton Center has organized the Queen of the Vine campaign, an eight-month venture for candidates to raise funds and awareness for the non-profit. The campaign culminates at the Queen’s Ball when the candidate who raised the most for Brighton Center is crowned Queen of the Vine. April Ancira reigns as the 2013 Queen of the Vine, raising more than $77,000 during her campaign, with a collective total of more than $180,000. The court includes Princess Dr. Karen Hasty and Duchess Gina Cruz, both of whom worked diligently to contribute to the recordbreaking total. The Queen and her court serve as official Fiesta® Royalty, representing the Brighton Center at A Taste of the Northside. Fiesta® is a unique part of San Antonio culture. More than just 11 days of partying, Fiesta® is a time where the members of our community come together, boundaries are erased and support is extended to organizations like Brighton Center that work to make the lives of San Antonians better. Brighton Center extends its heartfelt gratitude to all of its event sponsors and to those who supported Brighton’s mission by attending the 14th annual A Taste of the Northside. When you look in the eyes of a child with a developmental delay and/or disability, it is the Brighton Center’s hope that you see them as children, sisters and brothers, friends, athletes, sons and daughters. They are just like you. They have hopes and dreams and your support demonstrates that you also believe in them.
Brighton has been serving the community for over 40 years. Brighton Center serves over 2,700 children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families each year through four distinct initiatives - an inclusive child development center, early childhood intervention, parent education and advocacy training. Brighton Center continues to fulfill its vision to create a society where all children are valued and included.
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Dealing With A Hernia
By Dr. Craig See, General Surgeon, STAT Surgical think I have a hernia,” is a phase uttered and misused probably as often as “I have the flu.” A hernia is defined in Dorland’s Medical Dictionary as “a protrusion of a loop or knuckle of organ or tissue through an abnormal opening.” So basically, it is a hole, where there is not supposed to be one. Most often when we discuss hernias, we are talking about abdominal wall hernias to include the groins. The hole is not the real problem but rather what protrudes through the hole. Most commonly this is small bowel. This can be dangerous. If the contents of the hernia can be pushed back into the abdominal cavity we call this a reducible hernia. Most hernias are reducible and not very dangerous. If a bowel becomes caught in the hole, this is an incarcerated hernia. If not released rapidly, swelling can occur and the blood supply may be choked off, this is referred to as a strangulated hernia. Strangulation is a surgical emergency and can even be life-threatening. Patients usually present one of two ways, with a noticeable bulge or having pain. Often patients have both when they finally seek help. Hernias can be congenital but most often it is a wear and tear injury from increased intra-abdominal pressure. Reducible hernias are usually repaired as an outpatient procedure. There are several methods to repair hernias. I believe there are certain advantages to different approaches, which depend on many factors related to both the hernias and the patient. My partners at STAT Surgical and I all repair
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hernia both laparoscopically and using the open approach. We all try to employ the most modern approaches to reducing recurrence rates and limiting post-operative pain. We fix inguinal (groin), umbilical, incisional and just about any other hernia you may know. Any good surgeon who has experience repairing hernias can tell you sewing a hole closed is easy but keeping it closed is a little harder. One of the most common concerns patient bring up to me in the office is a concern about using mesh. What I explain to my patient is that, those concerns are about both specific forms of mesh and its use in certain anatomic locations. There are times when mesh is not appropriate for patients but in 2013 most hernias are done with mesh and this is done to reduce the recurrence rate. There is much science to support this practice and many decades of experience, now. The most common place to start if you are concerned that you have a hernia is with your primary care provider. Tell them your symptoms and they will determine whether or not a hernia is present. The next step is a referral to a surgeon, who repairs hernias. My group and I are also happy to see patients who have sought us out through the internet or professional listing. We see patients in three locations. Please, if you are living with pain from a hernia, come and be evaluated. We may be able to help. North Central Baptist Hospital is located at 520 Madison Oak Dr. For more information, call 210-297-4000 or visit www.baptisthealthsystem.com.
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Johnson Orchestra Bids Bittersweet Farewell To Seniors Submitted By Brooke Wilkinson, Johnson Orchestra Publicity Officer he time is almost here. The year has drawn to a clse and so it’s time to say farewell to the seniors of 2013. Graduation has come, but not without plenty of celebration. The Claudia Taylor Johnson High School Orchestra was choked up as they said their goodbyes to their seniors. On April 25 the end of the year banquet was held and awards from the year were presented. A senior slide show was shown and laughs could be heard as the orchestra tried to figure out whose baby picture belonged to whom. Their final concert was one of celebration, joy, and tears. The seniors could be discerned from the rest of the orchestra as they dressed formally, a significant change from the black dresses and tuxedos. The music was overflowing with the omnipresent onslaught of emotions that was reflected on the audience as well as the faces of the orchestra members. The night ended with the senior farewell song, “Intermezzo.” Hugs were exchanged and joyful tears fell, and yet the night couldn’t have gone better.
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Senior members of the 2012-2013 Johnson High School Orchestra end year with a tearful celebration.
As sad as it may seem, saying goodbye to the seniors isn’t quite as difficult when it is realized that this is actually a new beginning as they start the rest of their lives. They
have struggled to get where they are going and will do amazing. When they shoot for the stars they blaze past. The orchestra of Johnson High School bids farewell to the
seniors of 2013. They will be missed. May their futures be bright and may they always remember where they came from.
Johnson Air Rifle Teams Qualifies For National Championship
The Johnson Precision and Sporter Air Rifle Teams in El Paso, Texas.
Submitted By LTC (retired) Alan W. Maitland, Senior Army Instructor and Team Coach he “Lady Bird” Johnson High School Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Air Rifle Teams traveled two roads to qualify for the 2013 Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Junior Three-Position Air Rifle National Championships to be held on the 11th14th of July in Anniston, Alabama. The first road took the team to El Paso, Texas to compete in the Texas State 3-P Air Rifle Junior Olympic Sectional Championships and later in the same week to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the CMP Western Region Championships. The state championship qualifying matches held in most States, as well as the CMP regional championships, and other qualifying competitions involved all junior air rifle marksmen in such programs as 4-H Clubs, the American Legion, the Boys Scouts of America, the Jaycees, US Shooting clubs, local marksmanship clubs and of course Army, Marine, Navy, and Air Force JROTC commands. The CMP Junior Three-Position Air Rifle National Championships competition will be held in conjunction with the National 3-Position Junior Olympics and National Rifle Association Junior Air Gun Championships. On April 6th, the Johnson Precision and Sporter Air Rifle Teams competed in the 2013 6th Annual Paso del Norte Air Rifle Championships and the Texas State
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3-P Air Rifle Junior Olympic Sectional Championships at Socorro High School in El Paso, Texas. The Precision Team won the competition with a team score of 2275 out of a possible 2400 points while the Sporter Team placed 6th place with a team score of 1824 out of a possible 2400 points. Duncan Pawloski led the Johnson Precision Team with a score of 584 out of a possible 600 points, earning him a second place silver individual marksmanship award—only one point shy of the individual winner. Daniel Young led the Sporter Team with a 506 out of a possible 600 points, earning him a third place bronze individual marksmanship award in the “new shooters” category. The Texas State 3-P Air Rifle Junior Olympic Sectional Championships held in El Paso was the last sectional qualifier competition in the State of Texas for the National Air Rifle Junior Olympics. In this competition, the Johnson Precision Team earned a second place finish in the State while the Sporter Team earned a ninth place finish. By mid-May, all state Junior Olympic qualifiers will be complete and Johnson will know their overall national rankings. The Precision Team members with their overall individual placement and scores include Duncan Pawloski, Team Captain (#2/584); Max Pawloski (#7/568); Nathan Reyes (#9/564); and William Coulter-Porth (#13/559). The Sporter Team members with their overall individual placement and scores include Daniel Young, (#7/506);
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The Johnson Precision Air Rifle Team consisting of (from left to right) Will Porth, Duncan Pawloski, Max Pawloski, Nathan Reyes, and Mirella Torres standing in front of The Johnson Precision Air Rifle Team consisting of (from their final scores on the MegaLink scoring screen in left to right and front to back) Max Pawloski, Nathan Albuquerque, NM. Reyes, Duncan Pawloski, and Will Porth show off their easy accomplishment! Between the three 1st place trophy.
Richard Torres (#13/490); Chris Walton (#24/448); and Vanessa Cates (#35/380) After traveling more than 1,100 miles in a car four days earlier, on April 11th at 6 a.m., the Precision Air Rifle Team took to the air to compete in the 2013 Junior Air Rifle Western Regional Championships in Albuquerque, New Mexico, resulting in a 6th place finish. The Team qualified for the CMP Regional Championships based on scores fired in the First Annual CMP Junior Air Rifle Postal in January. The Johnson team qualified with a team score of 1,142 out of a possible 1,200 points—only ten points behind the top air rifle team in the nation. In the two day record fire shoulder-toshoulder competition, the Precision Team placed 6th with a team score of 4550 out of a possible 4800 points. Duncan Pawloski led the Johnson Precision Team and all other Western Region competition shooters with a score of 1170 out of a possible 1200 points. Duncan won the first place Individual Gold Marksmanship Award by 5.6 points with an aggregate score of 1269.9 out of a possible 1309 points. Additionally, Duncan fired his first perfect 200 score with 20 “center shots” or bull’s-eyes and he did this in the Prone position-only one other marksman out of the 313 best of the best junior marksmen who competed shot a perfect score—not an
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regional championships, overall nationally, Duncan finished in third place out of 313 marksmen. Duncan also earned the prestigious Junior Distinguished Air Rifle Badge. The prestigious Distinguished Badge program began in 1884 when the U. S. Army first awarded the Distinguished Marksman Badge.. Each Junior Distinguished Air Rifle Badge is serial numbered, and to date, only 583 have been awarded. The Precision Team members with their overall Precision individual placement and scores include Duncan Pawloski, Team Captain (#3/1269.9); Nathan Reyes (#63/1133); Mirella Torres (#74/1126); Max Pawloski (#81/1121); and William CoulterPorth (#98/1105). “I am extremely proud of my student marksmen” said LTC (retired) Alan W. Maitland, Senior Army Instructor and Team Coach. “I am very fortunate have such dedicated and talented students who spent hours in the range to enhance their skills.” adds Maitland. “Air rifle marksmanship is a very safe sport that is extremely effective in teaching our cadets life skills that enhance their performances in schoolwork as well as in the home and job-related activities and I have seen my air rifle team cadets develop in a number of areas to include better concentration, self-control, self-discipline, and increased responsibility.”
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Mesquite: Great For Barbeque, But That’s Not All Submitted By Walter Lyssy esquite is a wonderful wood for cooking when smoking a brisket or grilling a bunch of chickens. But that is not the only thing mesquite wood is good for. Most people do not know that it is one of the finest woods in America for crafting furniture and cabinets to flooring and keepsakes. It is a gorgeous wood with varying grain patterns which gives it a distinct character. Mesquite wood is almost never stained because of the natural beauty of the wood. It is also a very stable wood which means it is less prone to warping or twisting and once it has dried and is ready for use it does not shrink and expand like many of the more common woods that we are used to. There are a group of craftsmen who harvest, mill, dry and use mesquite wood in producing some very fine woodworking projects. Most of these individuals are from Texas and many from the San Antonio area. It takes a lot of time and effort to work with mesquite. The first step is to find and harvest a mesquite tree. There are many mesquite trees in Texas but only a few are large enough, straight enough and of good quality to be used as furniture wood. The next step is to mill the tree into lumber. In the last 30 years or so, the portable band saw mill has become available, and there are a number of them operating in the South Texas area. These mills can be set up in a small area and do an excellent job of turning a mesquite log into lumber. Mesquite lumber does not give up moisture very easily. It takes almost a year for mesquite, which is one inch thick, to dry when the lumber is air-dried. Besides air-drying, a lot of mesquite lumber is kiln dried which speeds up the process. Once all of the steps are completed the very special lumber is ready to be used
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in fine woodworking. One will not find mesquite wood at the local stores and even at many of the specialty wood stores. It is almost necessary to know someone who has a supply of mesquite lumber to access it. When working with mesquite wood it is important to know how to get around the challenges of mesquite wood. There are many cracks, flaws, wormholes and other imperfections to work around. The wood is very hard and sharp blades are needed in the shop. Most all of the craftsmen are older men, retired and do woodworking as a hobby. It takes a lot more time and expense to build something from mesquite wood than other more common woods such as oak or cherry but the end result is worth the effort. These artisans use mesquite wood, which is recused from the bulldozer. They process the wood and then create exceptionally fine pieces of furniture and keepsakes, which are custom designed and hand crafted. A fine piece of furniture made of mesquite wood, built by a really good craftsman is a piece that is probable going to be in the family for many generations. An opportunity to see many fine pieces crafted from Mesquite by a group of artisans, visit the Mesquite Art Show on June 28, 29 and 30 at the Alzafar Shrine Center. Entry and parking are free. Visit www.mesquiteartshow.com for more details.
Association “Early Birds” Prioritize Business Growth By Kalyn Stralow here is truth to that old adage, “the early bird catches the worm.” The Stone Oak Business Association (SOBA) knows that when it comes to networking, a person’s success is closely tied to the amount of effort they are willing to invest. That’s why SOBA’s breakfast networking events have been such a positive experience for many attendees. Individuals who are excited to start their day by sharing their passion for business with other likeminded professionals create a special – and mutually beneficial – networking environment. SOBA’s April event was no exception. The networking breakfast was held at Stone Oak’s Courtyard by Marriott hotel on Friday, April 19. The first weekend of San Antonio’s 2013 Fiesta celebration, more than 30 members gathered at 7:30 a.m. to get a jump start on the festivities with some early morning business development. More than 30 local business representatives enjoyed the opportunity to share their products and services, exchange information and even win a few door prizes.
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Attendees enjoyed gathering in a smaller and more intimate networking setting before participating the SOBA’s large-scale Speed Networking event on May 30th. The month of June marks the beginning of summer, when SOBA members look forward to fun, summertime mixers where they can gather for informal networking, food and drinks. Join SOBA on the evening of Thursday, June 27 for an exciting evening at Main Event Entertainment. For more details, please visit www.stoneoakbusiness. com. Interested in staying informed about all of SOBA’s upcoming events? Email soba@satx.rr.com or call 210-348-8233 to be added to the email list. Membership and advertising opportunities are also available, and a SOBA membership representative will be happy to answer any questions. Remember, you determine the growth and success of your own business. The Stone Oak Business Association is honored to continue to partner with so many members of the community on their journeys to success.
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