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Emergency Care Without the Wait Stefanie Young No one plans an emergency, accident or medical complication. When you need to act fast and get immediate attention your options can be just as stressful as the event itself trying to reach a family physician, going to an Urgent Care facility that may not be equipped, or heading to the hospital ER where wait times can routinely be 3-5 hours. Three Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians have partnered together in North San Antonio to meet the emergent and urgent medical care needs of the community. Dr. Adrian Reyes, Dr. Luis Chapa and Dr. Edward Wright founded Prestige Emergency Room, which opened last month and offers a better option to emergency medical care. The newly built, state-of-the-art facility provides emergency medical care 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, to both adults and children with personal attention, little to no wait time, and with the most technologically advanced equipment including diagnostic imaging equipment, X-Ray, CT Scanning and ultrasound. All of these diagnostic tests allow doctors and specialists to see results in minutes, rather than hours. Also on-site is a full laboratory that allows for complete and extensive evaluations and IV Therapy including conscious sedation for various procedures that may be painful such as setting a broken bone or fixing a dislocated shoulder for instance. There are also supplies on hand for splinting, repairing simple and complex lacerations, and initial treatment of most common ailments. Prestige Emergency Room has the capability to care for any medical emergency that a local hospital-type ER could handle, but without the hospital wait and a more comforting setting. Located off 1604 and Bitters Road, patients can avoid wasting precious minutes by not having to commute to the medical center. And unlike hospital-based emergency rooms, the average door to discharge time is less than 60 minutes. Once at the facility patients are treated by emergency trained Board Certified Physicians and Registered Nurses. Patients do not sit unattended in a waiting room instead they are brought to a private room within moments of entering the ER and there care is started instantaneously. The doctors, each of who live within the communities surrounding the facility along with their families, understand that going to an Emergency Room means you are dealing with an unfortunate situation. Their focus is on caring for you, rather than processing you, which adds comfort and peace of mind at an often very trying time.
Taking the time to sit down and thoroughly explain a diagnosis to patients and family members, as well as follow up with primary physicians, is a task this facility takes to heart. In fact, referring physicians will be notified of a laboratory and imaging results within an hour of patient arrival. In addition all radiological images can be viewed via a secured website. “These guys are so passionate about what they do,” said Business Manager Dorma Kohler. “They believe in upholding the integrity of their work while treating patients with dignity. The doctors are also passionate about their staff and understand how significant they are, especially as a client’s first impression. They truly do care for this community and the people in it.” Prestige Emergency Room provides convenient, 24/7/365 emergency medical care for patients with life-threatening conditions, serious illness, discomfort from common ailments or and any injuries – many of which exceed the capabilities of an urgent care clinic. It is reassuring to know that this freestanding ER not only has the knowledge to handle each situation, but the resources.
“We wanted to come together to serve the local families,” said Dr. Reyes. “As doctors who have experience working in the emergency rooms throughout San Antonio, we know what it’s like to be swamped, meeting the needs of patients who have been waiting for hours to see a doctor. We want to be the solution to that problem while providing a calm and comfortable environment.” Patients requiring further treatment, surgery or inpatient hospitalization including those with major trauma, acute heart attack or stroke will be stabilized and stay in their care until transported. They accept all major insurances as well as all major credit cards. All patients receive a medical screening exam, including those individuals that cannot pay at the time of their visit. Prestige Emergency Room is a valuable resource to the community and we are fortunate to have them close to home. The next time a medical emergency arises, it is comforting to know that Prestige Emergency Room is there when you need them the most. Now that is one less thing to worry about.
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Dancing Angel Submitted By Emily Boyce n celebration of Sophia Salingaros’ return to San Antonio after studying at Columbia University in the fall, Bihl Haus Arts, in collaboration with Kaveri Natya Yoga, is pleased to present “Dancing Angel,” a solo classical Indian dance performance. Sophia has dedicated this performance to Bihl Haus Arts, one of the places where she first danced publically in San Antonio when she was just ten years old. Audiences will be mesmerized by Sophia’s every precise step, every darting glance, and every hummingbirdlike flourish of her hands. She’ll tell stories from Hindu lore in selected solo pieces that alternate between lyrical vignettes and more bracing passages peppered with percussive footwork and arching torso. Sophia is a devotee of Bharatanatyam, a dance for that originated 2000 years ago in southern India in the state of Tamilnadu. The name “Bharatanatyam” derives from the four most important aspects of dance in Sanskrit: Bha from Bhava meaning emotion, Ra from Raaga meaning music or melody, Ta from Taala meaning rhythm and Natyam meaning dance. Thus Bharatanatyam is the dance that encompasses music, rhythm and expressional dance and strictly adheres to the scripture of classical Indian dance). It is characterized by a linear form of the body without pronounced movement of the upper torso and linear spatial patterns, which make the dance form extremely dynamic and powerful. Sophia’s love for dance began at the age of five, when she enrolled in ballet.
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Columbia University with an intended major of chemistry, but dance will always be her main passion. For that reason, she wishes to have a dual career in science and dance. Performances will be taking place Saturday, January 9, 2-4 pm (seating begins at 1:30) at The Carver Theatre, 226 N. Hackberry San Antonio, TX. The ticketing booth is suggesting a donation of $10.00 to benefit non-profit Bihl Haus Arts for admission.
Progesterone 101: What You Need To Know
By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 rogesterone begins its slow decline in most women during their 30’s, the perimenopause. Some of the symptoms of low progesterone are bloating, headaches, painful periods, and tender breasts. Without progesterone, estrogen stimulates the lining of the uterus to thicken, leading to heavy, irregular periods. Women without progesterone may be irritable to the point where they cannot bear the loving touch of their spouse. Progestin is NOT bio-identical progesterone. Remember, although bioidentical hormones may be made in a laboratory, they are an exact copy of the hormone found in a young woman. Progestin (cleverly marketed sound alike name to natural progesterone) can actually worsen symptoms of estrogen dominance. Progestin can promote weight gain, depression migraines, and breast tenderness. Ms. B., about 20 pounds heavier than she was at age 20, visited me with symptoms of swollen and painful breasts, excessive menstrual flow, bloating and weight gain-all typical of the low progesterone, estrogendominant, woman. Insomnia resulted in day time exhaustion and irritability. She was still having periods, but they were coming every 3-6 weeks, excessive, accompanied by pelvic cramping and migraines. Blood tests revealed several vitamin deficiencies, high estrogen, no progesterone, and low testosterone. I gave her progesterone in a capsule, an herbal preparation to stimulate weight loss,
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i Rusty Belden from our family at Belden’s Automotive & Tires. With the start of 2016, most of us are busy getting organized and trying to stick with our New Year’s resolutions. But have you ever prepared a New Year’s resolution when it comes to caring for your car? I recently came across a great article that shared some tips from the Car Care Council and thought it was a great way to stick to a 2016 resolution to care for your car. Be diligent about changing the oil and
filter at recommended intervals. Check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time. Make sure the exterior and interior lights work and headlights are properly aimed. Check to see that heaters, defrosters, lights and wipers work properly. This is all to ensure good visibility as you are driving down the road in any weather. Cold temperatures reduce a vehicle’s battery power so it is important to keep the
connections clean, tight and corrosion free. Batteries won’t always give warning signs before they fail, so a good idea is to have your battery tested periodically. Have the brakes inspected and check the tire tread depth and tire pressure. During winter, tire pressure should be checked often. Resolve to keep the gas tank at least half full at all times. During winter it decreases the chances of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing. Overall, you wouldn’t want to be left stranded, would you? Our vehicles, should always make our New Year’s resolution list! Think about it,
Financial Planning: What It Is, Why It Matters
By Eric Zeitler Client Centric Wealth Management (210) 807-7599 Financial planning is about building ust what is “financial planning?” As you invest for retirement, you will no doubt wealth through a process, not a product. hear or even read about it – but what Financial planning is holistic. It is about does that phrase really mean? Just what more than “money”. A financial plan is does comprehensive financial planning not only built around your goals, but also entail, and why do knowledgeable investors around your core values. What matters most to you in life? How does your wealth relate request this kind of approach? to that? What should your wealth help you
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By Stefanie Young ooking back on the holiday season, we were reminded through the months of November and December to be thankful with our family and friends and grateful for our surroundings. Now that the New Year has rung in, we tend to turn the focus on ourselves. Maybe you find yourself suddenly wanting to lose weight, make healthier choices, spend more time with the kids, or more time furthering your career, but why stop at two months out of the year? As hard as it can be sometimes, shouldn’t we stop and take a look around at our surroundings and realize how far we’ve come, what we have and who we have it with? I recently came across a site via the infamous social media scene, that has a similar notion built into their message and theme. 365grateful began back in 2008 when Hailey Bartholomew was feeling really down. She knew she had it pretty well in life, but she wasn’t really enjoying life itself. She
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or Instagram tagging #365grateful to share with your friends and family. Do this for at least 30 days and you’re sure to notice a difference in your life! “I did worry I wouldn’t find something some days,” said Hailey, “I made a vow that I had to truly feel grateful for [the moment] or I wouldn’t photograph it. And there are days when it’s an effort, and I have to make myself do it. My least favorite time is when my kids are sick – I get really stressed when they’re unwell. But one of my favorite photos is when my youngest daughter Poppy was sick and she couldn’t get to sleep so I put an iPod on for her and put headphones on her ears because I thought that would help. In the end she fell asleep and it was the cutest picture of her with these giant headphones over her ears fast asleep. It was just a really great moment for me because it was in the midst of my least favorite thing. Apart from that, sometimes my least favorite days end with me on the couch with some chocolate... and that’s what I’m most grateful for!” We’re all so busy trying to get an impossible amount of work done while trying to live our lives “to the fullest”, but
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November 30, 2008: They arrived safely. Too cute for words.
not really succeeding in the balancing act. A project like this would be a great way to get in tune with your inner self, and may even reconnect you with the relationships you’ve neglected or the nature in your backyard. Something like this might help to bring the family together and can be applied in the classroom for teachers looking for a creativity project. The ways to go about doing a grateful project are limitless! To find out more information about 365grateful, visit www.365grateful.com. Hailey explained, “Psychologists talk about the neural groove – that you get stuck in this particular mindset – and I think I had a bit of a mindset that things don’t work for me. And this is teaching me to be so grateful for those tiny little moments of life. There’s that quote that it’s not the destination, it’s the journey, and that keeps popping up in my head because I think, ‘Oh yeah – all this stuff is what is making my life really rich.’ It makes me think, ‘Wow, wouldn’t it be a shame to zoom through your life and miss this? This is the best part.’”
The Incredible Trio Of San Antonio Submitted By Katrina Campbell righton Center is proud to announce our new Queen of the Vine, Ashley Thomasson, who was officially crowned at The Queen’s Ball on November 13th at Brighton Center’s Black and White Gala at Alzafar Shrine. Ashley, along with Princess of the Vine Alison Leonard and Brighton Ambassador Adriana De La Garza, worked diligently to raise money for Brighton Center, a nonprofit organization that has been serving children with disabilities and developmental delays for more than 40 years. Ashley rose over $127,000 for her campaign, Alison raised $62,000 and Adriana rose over $10,000, and collectively, they rose over $ 200,000! These amazing women will now represent the organization as the official Fiesta royalty at A Taste of the Northside 2016. The 2016 queen candidates were inspired by the success of last year’s Queen of the Vine Campaign which raised more than
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$225,000 for Brighton Center and by their own personal experiences, all of which served as their motivation over the past several months. Ashley, Alison and Adriana worked tirelessly to raise funds and to increase awareness about children with special needs and the importance of early childhood education and parent advocacy. Some of their events included fundraisers at TopGolf, Fair Oaks Golf and Country Club, Jumpy Place and Kendra Scott to name just a few. Every year the Brighton Center must raise more than $1.2 million to maintain its services, and the Queen of the Vine campaign provides a critical piece to the puzzle in making this happen. Every dollar raised through the Queen of the Vine campaign directly benefits Brighton Center and helps set a foundation for children with disabilities that set them up for a life without limits. For more information about the Queen of the Vine Campaign, please contact
Pictured (l-r): Ambassador Adriana De La Garza, Queen Queen of the Vine, Ashley Thomasson. of the Vine Ashley Thomasson and Princess of the Vine units overall quality of life. Alison Leonard.
development@brightonsa.org. About the Brighton Center: Brighton Center provides direct services to children with disabilities and/or developmental delays through a holistic and family-centered approach. The organization helps strengthen and transform the child’s abilities, the home environment, the parental attitude and capabilities to positively impact the family
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Brighton has been serving and supporting children with disabilities and their families in San Antonio for more than 40 years. Brighton provides child enrichment and development through a child learning center, home based therapy services, counseling, case management and family support services to more than 2,500 children annually.
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2015 Winter Celebration Thank You To Vendors & Volunteers By Stefanie Young elcome Home Community Newspaper, North Central Baptist Hospital and the non-profit Living Through Giving would like to thank the 2015 Winter Celebration vendors, parade participants and performers for participating in this year’s event. Winter Celebration expanded to be bigger than before this past year. Kicking off the event with a parade was Reagan Band
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and the Alamo City Marching Band. They did a fantastic job of getting it got everyone pumped up and ready for to spend a day filled with holiday spirit everyone pumped up and ready for to spend a day filled with holiday spirit. AirLIFE’s arrival with Santa and Mrs. Claus lit hundreds of children’s faces. The outstanding vendor participation also made this year a hit. The vendors brought merchandise, food, entertainment
and an opportunity for the public to get to know some of the local businesses. Those same vendors donated more than 100 prizes that were raffled off throughout the day to anyone who donated a toy to Living Through Giving. Students and groups also put on performances on stages throughout the day among the vendor booths. Through these groups, the performers helped to show the community how active and talented local
schools and organizations truly are in our area. Through the support and turnout of all who had a booth as a vendor and those who signed up to participate in the parade and perform, the 13th annual Winter Celebration was a huge success. Another thank you to all of those who helped make this event what it was!
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How To Pick A Remodeler That Is A Good Fit For You
By Mike and Molly Sowry Virtuoso Builders (210) 525-8750 efore you consider hiring a Green Professional, Lead Safe certified Remodeling contractor, ask him these and so on, it is a major red flag. These questions: designations are nationally recognized marks 1. Have you been operating as a of distinction in remodeling excellence and Remodeler successfully in this part of town expertise. for at least 10 years? Lots of remodeling 3. Do you carry General Liability companies come and go. We have been in Insurance coverage of at least $1,000,000? business for 15 years in San Antonio and If he answers yes, ask to see a copy of his surrounding areas. certificate. If he doesn’t, keep on looking. You 2. What type of designations and may, at this point, ask if his subcontractors certifications do you carry? If you ask this carry their own coverage as well. question and a Remodeler isn’t a Certified 4. Are you an active member in a local Graduate Builder/Remodeler, Certified professional trade association? The majority
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Crawfish Season Is Here! By Blake Groomer Groomer’s Seafood (210) 377-0951 rab your burners, bibs, andouille sausage and corn on the cob, its crawfish season! Crawfish are by far my favorite meal to eat with friends and family. At a birthday party for my cousin last year we had two 40 pounds sacks of crawfish and out of the 4 hours I was there I think I spent about 3 1/2 hours chowing down at the crawfish table. Needless to say, I get pretty
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excited for this time of the year, but this year looks like it may be one of the best years yet! Typically, Crawfish don’t start looking really, large and nice until about March, but this year has been different in such a good way. We actually started carrying crawfish in the middle of December, which was a first for us here at Groomer’s. While crawfish is technically available during those times
Think ‘Big Holiday Reds’ + Bubbly By Tanji Patton Goodtaste.tv obust holiday reds have made their way onto shelves in HEB’s Wine Department. Wine Manager Michael Catalano at The Cellar at San Felipe shared his recommendations for full-bodied Napa cabs, two different styles, along with a sparkling rosé that caught our eye for New Year’s Eve… Cathy Corison harvests her cabernet first before anyone else in Napa Valley. This
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Corison Cabernet Sauvignon is a throwback to the old style cabs…light, delicate and elegant. Nice acidity and a lower alcohol content on this one (around 13-13.5%) makes for an excellent pairing wine at $79. This 2013 Año Verde Pinot Noir is out of Santa Barbara, which by the way, is producing some wonderful wines as of late. This pinot has fresh fruit (cherry) with a subtle warm baking spice on the finish. Its bright acidity
of professional contractors participate in these. Associations such as the Greater San Antonio Builders Association (GSABA) or National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI) are great resources to find a reliable contractor. We have been a member of GSABA for several years. In fact, Mike Sowry serves on the Executive Board. 5. Have you won any local and national awards for service, quality, leadership and value in the remodeling industry? This illustrates that the Remodeler is recognized for their excellence in the field and is a way to show that they stand out from the crowd. Virtuoso has won 8 remodeling awards from they are typically so small we don’t want to bother our customers with them. But, this year thanks to the plentiful amount of rain and warmer weather the mudbugs are big, lively, and delicious! Do you want to get in on the best crop in years? We make it easy for you at Groomer’s Seafood! Just give a call to your hometown seafood experts on Monday or Tuesday of the week you want your bugs and we’ll take your pre-order. We sell this item by the sack and each sack is 30 to 40 pounds. You can figure each person will eat about 3-5 pounds each, unless they’re like me that is, if they’re like me you may want to set about 10 pounds aside for them… Orders come in on Fridays and are open for pick up between 9 and 4:30. Each week the price can change, so call us
for up to date pricing. Be sure to pick up a bag of Giby’s Fish Camp Crawfish boil while you’re in! Each bag contains a secret family blend of spices to give you authentic cajun flavor with a little Texas flair. To cook, just boil your water and pour about 1/2 a bag to 3/4 of a bag in and then add the crawfish to cook for about 5-7 minutes. Next, remove the crawfish and dust with the remaining boil. To really crank things up, try adding corn, potatoes, onions, and lemons and andouille sausage to the water! As always feel free to call if you have any questions at 210-377-0951 or send me an email at groomerseafood@gmail. com.
allows for a choice pairing with a ton of fare. Yes, this is your Thanksgiving Pinot for less than $20! Howell Mountain’s O’Shaughnessy is a cool climate cab harvested at high elevation– hence the dense, intense color! It’s a powerful Napa cab sure to raise an eyebrow or two for $89. Any time you hear a cork pop, fun is sure to follow. Celebrate NYE with Albert Bichot’s Brut Rosé – a crémant made using the classic champagne method, though not a Burgundy, so retail price is not nearly as expensive. This guy is dry (not sweet), with a festive pinkish color that can’t help but put you in a good mood! If you’re not into the reds and you’re looking to enjoy a white, the Volratz Riesling from the Rheingau wine region of Germany is bright and crisp with noteworthy mineral
tones and lovely acidity. There’s also enough fruit in there to pull everything together as far as your meal is concerned – rieslings pair beautifully with most food. A common misconception is that rieslings are really sweet, but that’s not the case–especially here! This one is a steal for under $14 at HEB. REMEMBER: Buy six or more bottles – mixed and matched – for 10% off your total wine purchase at HEB! Your holiday party planning begins with a much deserved glass of the good stuff. Tanji is an Emmy award winning journalist pursuing her passion for wine and food. Tanji explores the inviting worlds of chefs, wine makers and culinary newsmakers. If you would like more information, she can be reached at Goodtaste@tanjipatton.com.
5 Ways To Come Back Strong After Winter Break
By Steve Johnson Owner of College Nannies + Tutors very good thing comes to an end at some point—Winter break included. There are ways to make the transition easier, however! Here are five ways to come back from winter break strong. Have a Plan Be sure to have a plan in place when thinking about your approach to the second half of the school year. Nobody is ever ready for school to be back in session after a nice long break, but approaching new classes, and possibly new teachers, with the right mindset will help you start the semester off with the right foot.
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Look Back and Adjust Look back on the first half of your school year. What worked for you? What didn’t? Reflect on what was challenging, and what made it easier. Did you struggle with homework last semester? Check into getting a tutor to assist you in your study skills! Everyone has a different style of learning that works better for them. Understanding the best way for you, personally, to learn will ensure a successful second half to the year. Do Your Research Are you starting the semester off with new teachers? Maybe some of your friends have already taken these classes and know what the teachers look for in certain assignments. If your teacher has an online space, check
GSABA, 2 client satisfaction awards from Houzz, and a National Merit Award for design by Remodeling Magazine. 6. Do you offer written warranty on your work? Ask for a copy of his warranty before signing the contract. A standard limited warranty in Texas includes one year for cosmetic, 2 years on delivery such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, and 10 years on structural. 7. Can you provide me with a list of references? A professional remodeler is happy to provide you with such information. Contact the references and if the contractor doesn’t measure up, pass him by. Virtuoso Builders is an award winning remodeling firm raising the professional standards in the San Antonio home remodeling industry. For more tips on home improvement, subscribe to our newsletter at www.virtuosobuilders.com
to see if they have posted the syllabus or other helpful information to speed through the awkward phase of being back in classes. Spending some time researching your teachers, classes and where your classes are located will help provide a smooth first day transition. Be Prepared Be sure to have your backpack ready to go for the first day back. Make sure you have fresh folders for new classes, plenty of writing utensils, and a planner to stay organized with homework and other activities throughout the semester. Know where each of your classes are located and how long it will take you to get to each during each passing time between periods.
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Get Active Second semester may hold different activities than the first half of the year. Are you on the Student Council? This is usually year-round, however, sports have different seasons, and playing football in the fall may not be an option in the winter or spring months. There are many different ways to make sure second semester is a successful one. The staff at College Nannies and Tutors is here to help! Providing after-school childcare and customized tutoring services to help you with those tricky subjects, the transition back to classes are sure to be smooth.
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Terms To Know Before Heading To The Rodeo Special To Welcome Home he San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is just around the corner. Starting February 11, the concerts, events and attractions will kick off! We have put together some rodeo terms that might come in handy! The growing popularity of rodeo, which, according to the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, attracts 30 million fans each year, has piqued the curiosity of many people who have never before attended a rodeo or watched an event on television. Upon discovering the rodeo, men, women and children often find it as compelling if not more compelling than most popular mainstream sports. For those interested in rodeo but uncertain about its terminology, the following are a few terms to know, courtesy of the PRCA. Barrelman: An entertainer who uses a barrel to distract a bull after a ride. Such distractions sometimes protect the cowboy. Breaking the barrier: This occurs during a timed event when a rider leaves the box too soon, failing to give the bull a sufficient head start. Riders who break the barrier are assessed a 10-second penalty. Bullfighter: An athlete who protects the bull rider after he dismounts or is bucked off. A bullfighter can distract the bull by directing its attention to the exit gate or even stepping between the bull and the bull rider. Chute: a pen that holds an animal safely in position. Covering: this occurs during roughstock events when a rider stays on at least the minimum time of eight seconds.
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Draw: Conducted three days before each PRCA rodeo, the draw is random and assigns each roughstock competitor a specific bucking horse or bull. Time-event contestants are assigned a calf or steer in a random on-site draw shortly before each rodeo begins. Flags: used in rodeo’s timed events so judges can signal the timers to stop the clocks. Judges in the arena will drop the flags. Flankman: a cowboy or cowgirl who works in the bucking chutes, adjusting the flant strap around the animal before the ride. Go-round: each round of competition in a rodeo. Hazer: the cowboy who rides on the right side of the steer from the contestant to make sure the steer runs straight. Hooey: the knot a cowboy uses to finish tying the calf’s legs together in tie-down roping. Piggin’ string: the small rope used to tie a calf’s legs together in tie-down roping. Rank: an adjective of praise and respect used to describe especially challenging roughstock. Riggin’: a suitcase-style handhold customized to a rider’s grip and attached to a molded piece of leather that is cinched, with a pad, around the horse’s girth. Roughstock: the bucking horses and bulls used in bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding, usually bred and raised for the job. Stock contractors: the companies that bring livestock to the arena for rodeos.
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Triple Crown Winner: a cowboy who wins three world championships in the same year. About The Rodeo It is believed that rodeo began as a competition between neighboring ranch hands to see who could complete daily livestock tasks the fastest and most efficiently. Over the years, rodeo has evolved into “America’s sport”. With its roots in the old west, it continues to reinforce and celebrate the western heritage of this country. The rules may have changed and the equipment may look a bit different, but it still involves just as much skill and horsemanship as before. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association is the oldest and largest rodeosanctioning body in the world. Every rodeo that is sanctioned with the PRCA must abide by all of their standards and rules regarding not only the sport, but also the animals’ health and wellbeing. This includes equipment regulations to ensure that both contestant and stock are in no intentional danger. The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo enters its 67th year with eleven awards as the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s “Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year”. With six PRCA events, and one WPRA event, rodeo fans are sure to see the best-of-the-best in the industry. Intertwined in the competition are our classic Grand Entry, Mutton Bustin’ and Calf Scramble. The rodeo lasts just over 2 hours. After
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San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, also known as San Antonio Livestock Exposition, Inc.(S.A.L.E.) has grown to one of the largest, most prestigious single events in the city of San Antonio, with over one million visitors entering the grounds each year.
the last bull is bucked, there is a brief intermission (approx. 20 minutes) followed by the entertainment. The concert lasts between 1-1 ½ hours. For more information on the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo visit www.sarodeo. com.
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Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Half Marathon
The Runners were ready to Rock and Roll at the starting line.
Kara Goucher, the American Olympian dominated the women’s half marathon race.
By Rock And Roll Marathon Staff early everything is big in Texas and so it comes as no surprise that the victories in the men’s and women’s Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon on Sunday were super-sized versions. Kara Goucher, the American Olympian dominated the women’s half marathon race, clocking one hour, 11 minutes, and 10 seconds for the 13.1 miles. “I wanted to either win or run under 71 minutes,” the 37-year-old Goucher recalled afterwards. “As the race was unfolding, the women were using it as a workout, and so I was just by myself. I’m not comfortable leading and so this race was a good exercise for me. I had never been that far ahead since college, so it was a learning experience for me.” Goucher is one of the most popular female American distance runners and her fame was evident on the course as many spectators held up “Go Kara!” signs. Goucher says she really appreciated that support. “It was awesome,” she said. “Honestly, I would have retired years ago if it weren’t for my fans who truly believe in me.” Goucher is gearing up for the 2016 U.S.
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Olympic Marathon Trials in February and admits that she’s just been “plugging away” at mileage in anticipation of that. “The more weeks of uninterrupted training I get, the more likely it will be that I run faster on February 13,” she said. Goucher is the proud mother of a son, Colt, who was born in 2010 and says that she’s been thankful of the support she’s received from Competitor Group. “They are the only company that supported me during my pregnancy,” she said. “I am near and dear to them. They have been with me during the good and the bad. They’ve stood by me. I love these events. They are like the Olympics for all types of runners. I love how it’s all about celebrating here and it doesn’t matter what your goal is. Some are here to make the Olympic team and some are here to finish. Everyone is respected.” Goucher’s nearest rival on Sunday, eventual second-place finisher Sasha Gollish, making her half marathon debut after winning the Bronze Medal in the 1,500m for Canada at this summer’s Pan American Games, was a minute behind in 1:12:35. Shalane Flanagan took third in 1:12:42, the same time as her training partner Amy Hastings Cragg who came in
fourth. The men’s winner in the 13.1-mile race was 28-year-old Aaron Braun from Alamosa, Colorado, who broke the finishline tape in 1:04:11—over 90 seconds ahead of second-place finisher Jeffrey Eggleston (1:05:44). Both are considered contenders in February’s U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, with Jeffrey being ranked as the #2 American Marathoner in 2014. “It was great,” Braun said of his win. “I enjoyed being back in my comfort zone, running half-marathon and marathon pace.” Braun ran the first half of the race with Eggleston. “We just kind of worked together,” he recalled. “I think I was feeling better than he was at the hills [mile 5] and just picked it up a little bit. Phillip Baar came in third in 1:06:39 in his half marathon debut. The full marathon was held in conjunction with the half. In the men’s division, Mark Greene from San Antonio prevailed with a big PR of 2:31:32. David Rodriguez was second in 2:33:03, while Jose Roberto Zavala Calderon rounded out the podium in 2:35:29. “I was actually talking to myself during the race,” the 25-year-old Greene recalled. “I said that I can and I will. I believe. I
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believe.” Greene made a comeback during the race—seizing the lead after mile 22. The women’s marathon winner was Stephanie Wurtz of Manitou Springs, Colorado in 2:59:02. Second and third went to Tanja Ivandic (3:07:35) and Ashley McGee (3:12:11) respectively. Conditions in San Antonio on Sunday couldn’t have been better with clear skies and calm winds. Along with the elites, 25,000 runners from all over the world took to San Antonio’s scenic streets to run a marathon, half marathon, relay or 5K distance. San Francisco-based 90’s postgrunge band, Third Eye Blind, serenaded finishers and their families at the post race Toyota Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert Series at the city’s Alamodome. The event once again featured two days of running with the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio 10K on Saturday. Participants that ran the 10K and any distance on Sunday took the Remix Challenge and earned a third medal in addition to each race’s finisher medals. SUBWAY KiDS ROCK San Antonio powered by San Antonio Sports also took place on Saturday at SeaWorld San Antonio. Thousands of children in grades kindergarten – 7th completed a one mile run.
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Seriously, Can Anyone Beat Johnson High School?! By Stefanie Young elcome Home Community Newspaper and the Non-Profit Living Through Giving hosted an award ceremony in mid Decemeber at Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson High School as the winners of the 2015 Toy Drive Challenge. This is the third year in a row Johnson has won the challenge by leaps and bounds. Elementary, middle and high schools were welcome to participate in the friendly competition, all for a good cause. This year, Johnson brought in more than 1,400 toys, earning them the trophy for another year! They competed against more than 20 other schools from NEISD and NISD with Bush Middle School being the runner up with a little over 500 toys. The Welcome Home staff was honored to meet with the students of Johnson High School to present them with a trophy once again, with another silver plate engraved on the front, and a $500 check for the school to use as they choose to. The Toy Drive Challenge Trophy represents the good that can be achieved when students of our local schools come
together in support of a great cause. As the 2015 winner, Johnson will be allowed to hold onto the title for a full year until the next Toy Drive Challenge, when they will have to win it again by collecting the most toys in the area, or give up the title to the 2016 winners. With all the schools accounted for and the toys donated during the Winter Celebration, our community brought in over 7,000 toys for the children of San Antonio who wouldn’t have had a toys otherwise. Welcome Home and Living Through Giving would like to thank the community for never failing to deliver, even when the expectations continue to grow! Here at Welcome Home, we hope more schools will participate in the upcoming year and that more toys will be delivered to the local children within our neighborhoods who need the reminder that they haven’t been forgotten. With friendly competition in mind, we hope to see a school step up to the plate and aim to beat Johnson in their fourth run for the trophy! We would like to thank all the schools, businesses and community members that were involved in making this toy drive a
success. It truly means so much to the kids who receive the gifts and to us who get to see their faces light up each year. Thank you! We couldn’t have done it without you.
To find out how you and your school can participate in the upcoming year, email info@livingthroughgivingsa.org or call (210)348-8233.
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A comprehensive financial plan is a collaboration & results in an ongoing relationship. Since the plan is goal-based and values-rooted, both the investor and the financial professional involved have spent considerable time on its articulation. Think of a comprehensive financial plan as your compass. Accordingly, the
financial professional who works with you to craft and refine the plan can serve as your navigator on the journey toward your goals. The plan provides not only direction, but also an integrated strategy to try and better your overall financial life over time. As the years go by, this approach may do more than “make money” for you – it may help you to
build and retain lifelong wealth. Eric Zeitler and Eric Weissgarber offer securities through Sigma Financial Corporation. Member FINRA/SIPC. fool. com/investing/general/2015/03/22/3common-mistakes-that-cost-investorsdearly.aspx [3/22/15]
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