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Published by Estrella Publishing LLC, PO Box 6962, Goodyear AZ 85338. Additional copies and article reproductions can be obtained for a fee by contacting info@EstrellaPublishing.com Catherine Uretsky, Publisher and Editor 623.594.9283 info@EstrellaPublishing.com Al Uretsky, Publisher and Sales Executive 623.594.9283 info@EstrellaPublishing.com All contents Š 2010-2018 Estrella Publishing LLC. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in any form, in whole or part, without written permission from Estrella Publishing LLC is prohibited. Estrella Publishing accepts freelance contributions, there is no guarantee that materials will be used or returned. Some content is provided by Brandpointe. Estrella Publishing is not responsible for the views of contributing writers and assumes no responsibility for errors appearing within. Opinions expressed are those of the writers and not necessarily those of the Publisher or Advertisers. Estrella Publishing reserves the right to restrict all advertisement to their proper classification and to edit or reject any copy at its sole discretion. Neither this publication nor Estrella Publishing is an agent of or in any way affiliated with the associated Developer nor Homeowners Association, or any of their respective affiliates. This publication has not been approved by, sponsored by, or endorsed by the associated Developer nor Homeowners Association in any way.
Catherine Uretsky Publisher & Editor
Lisa Aber Assistant Editor
Al Uretsky Publisher & Sales Exec
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From Me To You... I have come to the conclusion that we live in a very interesting state. Why? Because nearly everyone here is a transplant. There are not many people born and bred here. This is a destination state - a place to retire to, certainly, but also a place where the real estate is affordable and the cost of living is comparatively low. A place people migrate to because of the weather at home and the weather here.
Personally I will never forget my last winter in NY when the wind chill had our temperature at minus 17 degrees Fahrenheit. As I shovelled the snow off our sidewalk at 9 months pregnant, (I did this because I discovered that I am liable for accidents happening on the sidewalk in front of our house!) I decided then and there that it would be my last year doing so. So here we are in this sunny climate, separated form our extended family. I am used to this way of life, having immigrated from the UK at 21, but my husband and most people here are not. It leaves you with a feeling of being slightly adrift. There is no anchor to stabilize you, or hold you back. Suddenly the question of “Whose house do we go to for Thanksgiving?” or “Why does Aunt Doris always get Passover/Easter?” becomes moot. Now we ask, “What do you want to do this holiday?” Or my favorite, “Where are we making reservations this year?” Sometimes we open our home to friends and family who are also without a destination, sometimes it is just us.
get older I am more circumspect about choosing those friends. People no longer become my companion because our children are the same age, or do the same extracurricular activity. That is a similarity of circumstance and I have found that it is not a good indicator of folk who share your values and goals. Being in a group of people who live a different lifestyle is never comfortable. So over time my circle has ebbed and flowed into a solid core of people I love. I can truly say that they are the family I choose, not the ones given to me, and I am content. Some of them have children and some do not. Some own their own businesses, some work for ‘the man’ and a lucky few have retired. The one thing they all have in common is me and I am thankful for them. Last month a longtime friend who had moved out of state was visiting for my daughter’s wedding, and as she left something she said struck me profoundly. She said that she could see I was surrounded by people who cared for me and that she was glad. She could relax knowing that even though she was no longer around the corner, I had people who would, and did, step up to fill the void she left. Friends who always help when I need it, whether I ask or not. These friends have become my family and I am so grateful I have found them and they have found me.
Catherine Uretsky
Editor, Fish Hawk Living magazine info@estrellapublishing.com 623.594.9283
The downside to the situation, I have found, is that there is no tribe who have to be there when you call. No sister-in-law who will grudgingly watch the kids if you have an emergency, or a gaggle of cousins for the kids to play with and grow up with and build family memories with. That is a distinct disadvantage. As time goes by we make connections, build our own tribe if you like. I have found that as I 4 Estrella Publishing - Fish Hawk Living magazine
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Triple Creek BMX - a Treasure for Families Seeking a Different Path
Looking for an alternative to traditional youth sports? Our very own Triple Creek BMX offers a great, inexpensive way for kids (and their adults!) to get outside and compete without the restrictions associated with so many youth leagues. The nonprofit Triple Creek BMX, 12705 Balm Boyette Road, Riverview, Riverview, provides a quality BMX program that promotes a safe, positive and fun environment emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork. It’s open for practice 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and for races at 9 a.m. Saturdays. The 58-
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acre property is maintained and operated by volunteers who share a passion for the sport and their community. An average 40 riders, from toddlers to seniors, come out on practice nights; it costs just $6 to test yourself on the 1,180-foot track. There’s also a special “strider” track for the littlest BMXers. Along with non-competitive riders, Triple Creek BMX is home to the Bulletproof BMX Team, which competes across the state and around the country. Since BMX is an Olympic event, some of these competitors have big dreams! Thanks to enthusiastic volunteers, Triple Creek BMX now has a newly constructed track, bleachers, picnic tables, a concession stand, and even logoed T-shirts and hats for sale.
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Best yet is the community and camaraderie of young people who’ve found their passion. Triple Creek BMX is a community gift and treasure. The property was once Triple Creek Dairy Farm. The land was sold to Hillsborough County many years ago under the condition a BMX track would remain on the property for the term of the lease. Though the property has since been zoned Triple Creek Nature Preserve, the stipulation remains. But after a succession of operators, the track was abandoned a few years ago. It was hidden among the weeds until a group of local BMX enthusiasts worked to revive it. In 2016, they entered an agreement with the county to lease the property with their own money, resources and time, and that’s when they began to rebuild what we now know and love as Triple Creek BMX. For more information on Triple Creek BMX, follow us on Facebook at @TripleCreekBMX. Or just come on out and join the fun!
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9/11 Run
The Travis Manion Foundation will host the Lithia (Fish Hawk Ranch) 9/11 Heroes Run 5K race, ruck and 1M Fun Run/Walk at 0800 on 15 September 2018. The race will start and end at 16144 Churchview Drive, Lithia Fl (Park Square). The annual race will unite the community to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on 9/11, as well as to honor our military and first responders that serve our country and our communities. This year’s race was organized by Beau Higgins, who serves as the local volunteer race director. The proceeds from the 9/11 Heroes Run will benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, which empowers veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations. The 9/11 Heroes Run series was inspired by Marine 1st Lt. Travis Manion, who was killed by a sniper in Iraq in April 2007 as he selflessly protected his battalion. Before his
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final deployment, Travis visited Rescue One in NYC—famous for losing almost all of their men on 9/11—and returned home with deeper passion about why he was fighting in Iraq. At its heart, the 9/11 Heroes Run is a tribute to a personal commitment to never forget the heroes of that day. In its eighth year, the 9/11 Heroes Run national race series will be held in more than 50 locations around the U.S. and the world “Knowing that so many people gave their lives during the 9/11 attacks touched my brother Travis in a way that would forever change him,” said Ryan Manion Borek, President of Travis Manion Foundation. “Six years after 9/11, my brother also gave his life for his country, so every year we gather communities together to run a 5K, not just to honor the fallen, but to continue the legacies of character, leadership, and service that they left behind. We are looking forward to this exciting race season and uniting people around the world to continue those legacies and redefine America’s national character.”
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Last year, more than 30,000 people participated in races around the world. National sponsors of the events include Comcast NBC Universal, CBS Radio, and J. Walter Thompson Worldwide. Local sponsors for this year’s race include Philly Pretzel Factory, GTE Financial, PESCO Energy, Boksa Marine Design, Mission BBQ, Amici’s Pizza, George Shea Realty, and Pinch a Penny. To learn more and to register for this race visit: https://www. travismanion.org/community-engagement/911heroes-run/2018-lithia-fl/ About Travis Manion Foundation The Travis Manion Foundation is a qualified 501(c)(3) that is dedicated to empowering our nation’s veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations. In 2007, 1st Lt Travis Manion (USMC) was killed in Iraq while saving his wounded teammates. Today, Travis’ legacy lives on in the words he spoke before leaving for his final deployment, “If Not Me, Then Who...” Guided by this mantra, veterans continue their service, develop strong relationships with their communities, and thrive in their post-military lives. As a result, communities prosper and the character of our nation’s heroes live on in the next generation.
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Avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and cornbread (for serving) Instructions 1. In a slow cooker, add the chicken, onions, jalapeño, garlic, chilis, cumin, coriander, 3 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Pour chicken stock over, cover, and cook on high 4 hours or low 6–8 hours. 2. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the beans and corn; cover and cook on high 30 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if needed. Shred chicken in slow cooker with 2 forks. 3. To serve, top with avocado and cilantro. Lime wedges and cornbread optional. Chili can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill or freeze up to 3 months. This dish can also be made on stove top. Follow same directions by putting everything in one large pot and cook over low-medium heat for 1.5 hours. Add the beans and corn and cook for an additional 30 mins. Total time 2 hours. Submitted by Ana Frias-Bernardo
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Living With Faith The beginning of the rest of our lives: The art of Healing
The beginning of anything is quite amazing. Of course there are good beginnings as well as bad. But when we think of the start of something we always believe that the goodness of creating is in itself a blessed event. We are taught that creation began with words – “And God said…” The lesson is quite simple: Words are a vital part of beginnings. We meet someone, we fall in love, but we begin the process with a conversation so that each of us is aware of the other. We cannot have any kind of relationship without some form of communication. And yet there are times when we just don’t want to talk or listen and want to be alone with our thoughts. But we are reminded that that it is not good to be alone. We were created to be part of, not apart from each other. Adam wanders aimlessly, unsure of his purpose and God realizes that to be alone is not the intention
of creation. Loneliness is not an endurable feature of humanity. God tells us that everything that was created was good but when it comes to man being alone He says that it is not good.
We meld our thoughts and actions so that we can dream dreams, learn about who we are and where we want to go. We struggle with just enough tension to keep us even closer and enough joy to make us glad we have awakened to a new day. We wish for a warm wind to blow to cool us, and a winter chill to enable us to hold tightly to each other. We listen to each other because words brought us together and will give us even greater strength to know each other’s hearts. And we need to see each other’s smile and wipe the teardrops in the corner of our eyes before it becomes a river. Imagine that today is the beginning of the rest of our lives. There will be disappointments but there will also be ecstasy. There will be bitterness but there will also be sweetness. The commitment we make is a promise to bring into the relationship a feeling of family and friends. The words spoken ever so softly in the moment of passion should remind us to value each other as special and unique individuals with respect for each others thoughts and feelings. This can be a special moment in time, the beginning of the rest of our lives. Perhaps we should enhance the sacredness of this time with the beauty of forgiveness and the understanding of the love shared. Perhaps, also, we will know that our dreams are connected to each other and the hopes that we carry forward will enable us to get through any storm and complete the blessing of union. This is true Healing! Rabbi Irwin Wiener, D.D. Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation National Chaplain, Jewish War Veterans, USA
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