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Not Your Average Butterball

o most folks, their image of a turkey is a large white bird on a farm living beak to beak with thousands of his own kind.

Today’s meat-producing bird is a much different creature than his wild ancestor. Wild turkeys are beautiful bronze birds, lean and agile. Their survival skills are needed to outsmart their major predators, coyotes, bobcats, and cougars. They are one of the most recognizable species of birds in America and were a major food source for both indigenous people and the first European settlers.

It has been estimated that there were ten million wild turkeys in the early 1700s and there are still about six million wild turkeys throughout America today. Texas comes in at number one with nearly half a million wild birds. That compares to forty-six million domestic turkeys that were eaten at Thanksgiving in the United States last year.

of the bird needs protection from the elements and a specific temperature range, or the flocks will suffer high mortality rates and poor growth rates. The average domestic turkey could not survive one week if turned loose in the wild. Decades of selection for the muscles of Arnold Schwarzenegger has given us a turkey with the toughness of Pee Wee Herman.

Wild turkeys had all but disappeared in New England in the late 1800s due to the clearing of forests and hunting

The modern domestic turkey is a bulky meat-making machine compared to its wild brother, but this comes at a cost. Domestic turkeys are too muscle-bound to fly, mate naturally, or run. Wild turkeys are leaner, tougher, and built for survival. They have keen vision, three times better than 20/20 to spot danger. They can run short distances with a top speed of twenty miles an hour and can fly high into trees to escape predators. They can survive in bitter cold, handle 10

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pressures. Since then, conservation groups reintroduced birds and imposed hunting restrictions. Their populations have rebounded in some places in the northeast to excess.

Many small towns in New England have “urbanized” wild turkey problems with the birds taking over neighborhoods, attacking pets, and intimidating residents. Unlike turkeys out in wild spaces these city fowl have lost their fear of people and are trying to be top dogs. Residents are told not to feed the turkeys and try to show no fear if a twenty-five-pound tom charges you. Good luck with that. As expected, funny videos are plentiful on YouTube of turkeys attacking screaming people.

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do all that is possible to preserve these animals and the

thought the wild turkey should have been our national

places they live in as a society can be j udged by how it treats

symbol rather than the bald eagle. It has been rumored that

the animals that live here.

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In a large bowl, start mashing peeled potatoes with a potato

recipe to suit your side dish style. This classic side dish often

masher or pastry blender. Add in the next ingredients down

straddles the line between side dish and dessert, but Bunny’s

to and including the cinnamon. You can use a hand mixer, or

people would think the world had come to an end if this dish

I prefer to use a hand whisk. Blend well. Spoon the potato

was not on the holiday table each year!

mixture into a 13 X 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.

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the flour until it resembles a course meal. Stir in the pecans.

Sprinkle over the potato mixture. Cover and bake at 375

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approximately 5 lbs. boiled, peeled, mashed sweet

degrees for 15 mins. Uncover and bake for an additional 25

potatoes

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1/2 cup half-and-half

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1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

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1/2 cup maple syrup

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3/4 tsp. salt

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1 large egg, lightly beaten

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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

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Enjoy!

Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender enough to pierce a meat fork all the way through the potato. Drain and cool slightly. Peel. (The peels will fall off easily when the potatoes are still warm.)

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he holidays are right around the corner, and with that comes the joy of being with family you may not see often. But

sometimes, the holidays have a way of emphasizing how much

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stress and pressure you are under every day in your life. The

minutes to go on without you. During these few minutes,

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holidays tend to bring additional stress and distractions. So why

take the time to listen to the sounds around you, whether in your

not use the holidays as the springboard to begin attending to your

car, sitting outside, or walking from one place to another. This, of

“mental nourishment”? Mental nourishment can come in many

course, means getting off your devices…phones, laptops, social

forms. It can be as complex as a week-long meditation retreat or

media, television…OFF.

as simple as a 15-minute mind break.

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When we think of “mental,” we think of “brain.” The prefrontal

undivided attention. Pet them, talk to them, brush them.

cortex (PFC) is the thinking part of your brain. When you are

Look into their eyes and let them show you how much you mean

doing goal-oriented work that requires concentration, the PFC

to them and what they mean to you.

keeps you focused on your goals. The PFC is also responsible for logical thinking, individual planning, monitoring, successfully

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executing goals, and using willpower to override impulses. That’s

ing a power nap is achieved by going from stage 1 sleep

a lot of responsibility—no wonder it needs a break!

a - Experts tell us that maximum recharging dur-

(that lovely ‘drifting off’ feeling) to stage 2 (slowdown of brain activity). Going any further is not advised. So, how long does this

Mental nourishment in the form of breaks can be attained in many

process take? In most people, a power nap length of 15 to 20

ways. And you don’t always have to do the same each time to

minutes is just perfect.

achieve the same benefit.

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Let your mind wander for 10 or 15 minutes.

Try to focus away from work, to-do lists, or your cranky next-door neighbor. Instead, let your mind go to places of wonder, like what does my cat think about when staring out the window?

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Where have I been before that I really enjoyed? What did my

While there are no specific guidelines for how much “mental nour-

town look like two hundred years ago? There are so many ways to

ishment” a person should incorporate into their lifestyle, making

get lost in mind-wandering!

time to unwind and enjoy life is integral to maintaining good health.

Me itate - The process of meditating is straightforward and easy: simply sit and practice. All you have to do is

N o time to get your mental nourishment in? There are 1,4 4 0 min-

close your eyes, focus on your breathing, and let your mind do

utes in a day and 10,08 0 minutes in a week. Surely, you can carve

its thing. This is the one skill where you don’t have to strive to

out 10 or 15 minutes each day to give yourself the mental boost it

achieve something — just a place of stillness where no effort is

needs, especially during the upcoming holidays!

required. There is no such thing as a good or bad meditation.

There is only awareness or non-awareness. The moment you realize you’re lost in thought, that’s awareness, and that’s when you return to the object of focus (usually the breath). This is all you have to keep doing — return from your distracted thought to the breath, all the time honing your awareness. With perseverance,

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A Guide to Holiday-Ready Skin

MEET DR. TARA WEGRYN

BY: DR. TARA WEGRYN

W

hen the holiday season starts, travel, family, and holiday celebrations can

impact our skincare routines. To get your holiday skin back on track, follow these simple suggestions to achieve your best ZO®️ glow.

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Step one, cleansing is perhaps the most important step in your skincare routine. When you cleanse at night with your ZO®️ Gentle Cleanser or Exfoliating Cleanser, you remove impurities that have accumulated throughout the day. In addition to makeup, you are cleansing away dirt, oil and pollution, things that aggravate your skin and cause breakouts.

Cleansing again in the morning removes cells that have sloughed off during the night. This sloughing may be accelerated if you use skin products that contain retinol or other acids.

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Exfoliation is key to experiencing immediate improvement and a glowing complexion. Dead cells accumulate on the skin’s surface making skin look dry, dull, and flaky. Using a gentle, mechanical exfoliant regularly, such as ZO®️

member in good standing with the IAPAM Exfoliating Polish, will buff away dead skin cells and unclog congested pores. Additionally, the gentle stimulation of mechanical exfoliation can improve microcirculation for overall skin health.

Aesthetic Medicine). Dr. Wegryn received her MD from the University of Florida and residency in Neurology at the Cleveland Clinic. In 1996, Dr. Wegryn founded Houston Neuromonitoring, a successful intraoperative monitoring company that served the surgical community at the TMC

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A great deal of a gardener’s time is spent trying to eradicate, control, or otherwise defeat the bad guys. I would like to propose a better way to spend your time and energy in the garden: increasing soil fertility.

This suggestion may cause you to think I have spent too much time in the sun, but let me explain.

The chemicals we apply to simply kill all bugs actually weaken a plant’s immune system.

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The Ma ti i Theat e - 21st hu ch St The Theatre was built in 19 3 7 for Attilio Martini. His grandson, G. A. Sonny Martini, was the one who brought the 9 9 0-seat Martini Theatre, designed in Art Deco style, to life. It was originally used for both vaudeville acts and motion pictures. little history first. ttilio Martini first tried his hand at grocery stores. The first one ailed, so he saved his money, and eventually opened a second store. This one was successful but groceries weren’t enough. Shortly after the turn o the century, he opened his first theatre. His mark on alveston Island had been set. His rise in island society had begun.

The ixie 1 - 2120 Ma ket St This was his first. The history o theatres at this location goes back to when Martini opened the Dixie # 1 Theatre. Then in 19 13 , he opened the Dixie # 2 Theatre in the same building. After Dixie # 1 & # 2 came Dixie # 3 Theatre, later known as the C arver Theatre then L a Plaza Theatre. His fourth theatre was the K ey Theatre. What happened next changed his life.

In 19 24 , he acq uired the O pera House. With some remodeling, he opened the first Martini Theater at this location. Fu Fact He ou ht the st ta ki o ies to a esto i o a t as the st a o este to use the e tech o o o sou a the st Ta kie to e e out oo s so, The ai te e as sho o e the ho i a s In 19 3 7, he renamed the O pera House Martini Theatre to the State Theatre and moved the Martini Theatre to the corner of 21st and C hurch Street.

The fourth picture to the right is from a newspaper article at the time, discussing the exce e t o ess of building the theatre. Advertising at the time called it a Mo e Theat e Because of his business connections on the island, he also had the Tremont Theatre, the Q ueen Theatre, the K ey Theatre, and the Isle Theatre. O n J une 3 , 19 5 1, Martini Theatre Enterprises published this advertisement: The Tremont Theatre, the K ey Theatre, and the Isle Theatre are now owned and operated solely by members of the family of the late Mr. A. Martini. Fu Fact The s e Theat e s c ai to a e ca e i u ust 1949 he the a ou ce that the e e the st theat e i Texas to use the e o utio a oise ess o co a Throughout its history, Martini Theatre Enterprises owned several other theatres on the island.

a e Theat e - 2521 Ma ket St O pening in 19 4 0, the George W. C arver Theatre operated for 19 years. In , Mateo ela bought it and converted it to a panish language film theatre. Fu Fact The Ma ti i a i o i i a o e e this theat e s eci ca o ack au ie ces ooke T Theat e - 2601 Ma ket St Martini opened the 1,000-seat Booker T. Theatre on March 2, 19 4 8, again with the lack community in mind. perating or years, the theater s final run was on September 2, 19 6 8, with “The Tami Show”. This show featured popular musicians from the mid-19 6 0s.

The acronym T M was used in the show’s publicity to mean “Teenage Awards Music International”. Fu Fact 2006, the T M Sho as ee e cu tu a , histo ica , o aesthetica si i ca t the ite States i a o o ess a as se ecte o ese atio i the atio a Fi e ist When cinema came on the scene in the late 19 th century, entertainment and communication were orever changed. arly films were silent and o ten black and white, but they q uickly gained popularity. Fu Fact The u i e othe s a e c e ite ith the st otio ictu e exhi itio i 1895 Early cinema played a crucial role in shaping culture by creating new ways of experiencing stories and emotions through movies. Thank you Mr. Martini for playing a crucial role in shaping the way the Island found out about movies.

By the way, I LO VE G O ING TO THE M O VIES! See ya next month!

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Big B I TES by: Tom Valliere & Charlie Bresenhan

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ho doesn’t like a hotdog? According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council ( NHDSC) , Americans purchase more than 9 Billion hotdogs per year in grocery stores. Add to that number those consumed in ballparks and restaurants and it is estimated that over 20 Billion are consumed each year j ust in the U SA. Hotdogs are uniformly popular across the U S with numerous regional preferences for buns and toppings. In New England, they use a breadstyle bun uniq ue to that area. New York City vendors serve them up on a steamed bun and in the Midwest and Chicago poppyseed buns rule.

Toppings vary as well with mustard and sauerkraut prevailing in NYC and neon-colored relish, pickle, and tomato ( dragged through the garden) heaped high in Chicago. Some Midwestern states prefer ketchup which is repulsive to Texans who prefer chili and cheese with a j alapeno slice.

Detroit claims to have invented the Coney dog much to the chagrin of Coney Island where hotdogs have been a staple along the boardwalk for decades. Whatever condiments and toppings you prefer, we can all agree hotdogs are a true American staple.

With those volumes and the universal popularity of hotdogs, it seems strange that most restaurants do not offer them on their menu. Among the national fast food chains only Sonic features hotdogs prominently on their drive-in menu.

Fortunately, we now have an outlet for premium hotdogs in a restaurant setting. Locally owned restaurant chain Galveston Restaurant Group has recently inked a deal with Nathan’s Famous Inc. to offer those world-famous hotdogs in the League City outpost of their ever-popular Little Daddy’s Gumbo Bar.

Nathan’s dates back to 1916 when Nathan Handwerker and his wife Ida invested their life savings and opened a 5-cent hotdog stand in Coney Island, New Jersey. U sing Ida’s Grandmother’s spice recipe, they created a high-q uality all-beef hotdog that was an instant success. More than a hundred years later, that recipe remains unchanged and we no longer need to travel far to enj oy them.

While Caj un food and hotdogs may seem a strange combo, at Little Daddy’s they blend seamlessly and complement a menu that is overwhelmingly Louisiana-inspired thereby offering diversity and choices with something for everyone.

The Nathan’s portion of the menu is succinct and even simple. Of course, hotdogs rule and the menu offers six standard configurations including the ever-popular chili cheese dog. Don’t like the combos or you want it dressed your way, don’t hesitate to ask - yes, you can get ketchup on your hotdog here. The hotdogs come on a toasted bun and are j uicy and delicious with the uniq ue Nathan’s spices that we have enj oyed over the years. Combine it with a side of French fries either plain or dressed with your choice of toppings.

Move further down the menu and savor the chicken wings. These are huge and battered. Tossed in your choice of sauces. Add some chunky blue cheese or a lighter ranch and some celery sticks and you have a hearty lunch. I am not usually a fan of battered wings, but these are really good and the batter helps hold the sauce for a flavor explosion.

You order the wings by the piece, anywhere from 6 to 60. Six were plenty for me as they are large and meaty. Ask for extra napkins as they are as messy as they are good.

They also offer burgers. Tall, j uicy, and dressed to perfection - my favorite is the Manhattan. Piled high with onion, pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and American cheese, it is dressed with mayonnaise and ketchup. It is a two-handed affair; messy and delicious!

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They have delicious hand-breaded chicken sandwiches offered with various dressings as well as chicken tender strips and a chicken and waffle combo. I haven’t gotten that far into the menu but it all looks high q uality and delicious.

Speaking of menus, the full Little Daddy’s Caj un menu is available including their prize-winning gumbo cooked New Orleans style in steam kettles along with their po’boys, shrimp and fish platters, and fresh from the gulf oysters. Word of warning, the small portion of gumbo is more than enough for most people! For something light and different, try their Vegas shrimp cocktail. It is a Mexican-inspired recipe with pico di gallo and a delicious cocktail sauce served in a tall glass with fresh corn chips. It is spicy, satisfying, and my personal favorite.

Friendly service is the rule here. Special req uests are welcomed and the knowledgeable wait staff is eager to guide your choices. There is plenty of off-street parking. The ongoing construction of Interstate 45 is a bit of a challenge, but very manageable.

Don’t forget about the other Little Daddy locations. U nfortunately without the Nathan’s menu, the original restaurant on Postoffice Street in Galveston transports you to the French Quarter and is always a treat.

With dog-friendly outdoor seating, it is a pleasant place for great food and friendly conversation that picks up with their popular happy hour and some great food and drink specials.

For a more casual experience, the Gumbo Diner on Galveston’s Seawall offers many of the same Caj un specialties including the deep rich gumbo, and also offers a full American-style breakfast. Their all-day breakfast specials are a hit with visitors and residents alike. Take home an order of their authentic beignets for a true New Orleans treat.

Every year the diner offers a budget-friendly Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings that is served all day and is incredibly popular, especially for families with children and others like myself who j ust don’t want to cook a large dinner.

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NIBLETS by: Tom Valliere & Charlie Bresenhan

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ovember brings us Thanksgiving. This has always been my favorite holiday with family and friends gathering to enj oy a home-cooked turkey dinner. Time and circumstances change and many of us look for non-traditional ways to celebrate this holiday. Some of us prefer to have our traditional meal in a restaurant setting. Others prefer a family dinner at home but do not want to cook. Fortunately in Galveston, we have many options to choose from. Listed below in no particular order are some of the options being offered by local restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores. This is an incomplete listing and there may be some inaccuracies. It is current as of our print date but will be updated online as we receive more information.

Grocery stores offer pre-cooked turkeys and hams with or without the traditional side dishes. This is usually the most cost-effective solution for families that do not wish to cook. These must be ordered ahead and need to be reheated before serving. lease call or check the store s website or specific in ormation and ordering instructions.

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A dinner buffet is offered in the a e estau a t o the ai o from 10:30 AM to 8 PM. The cost is Adults $ 65, Seniors $ 50 and children $ 40. Reservations are recommended but not req uired. They are also taking reservations for a e i the a k a the e e a t Shea s estau a t. Please visit their website for more information and to make reservations. www.moodygardens.org

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CURTAIN GOING UP

PAUL HAGER

By: Paul Hager

CCCT SLATES 59TH SEASON - ETC ANNOUNCES CHANGE TO CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION - THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE EXPERIENCE RETURNS i e as Seaso o So s, Sec ets, a S i es, ea eek o u it Theat e has a ou ce the o uctio s o its 59th Seaso as o o s SH H M S TH F T

By St ev en Diet z - Direc t ed b y M ic helle Rob inson - Dat es and Venu e P ending The world’s greatest detective has seemingly reached the end of his remarkable career when a case presents itself that is too tempting to ignore: The K ing of Bohemia is about to be blackmailed by a notorious photograph, and the woman at the heart of this crime is the famous opera singer, Irene Adler. With his trusted companion, Doctor Watson, at his side, herlock Holmes pursues first the case, and then the a ections o Miss Adler—and in doing so, marches right into the lair of his longtime adversary, that malevolent genius o crime ro essor Moriarty. In this spirited, ast moving, and thoroughly theatrical adaptation, Steven Dietz presents H olmes at the height of his powers—surrounded by all the elements that fans of his exploits have come to expect: danger, intrigue, wit, humor, and surprise. “The game is afoot, Watson— and it is a dangerous one!”

H STM S Adap t ed f rom t he Charles Dic kens Nov ella - Direc t ed b y K aleigh Hu x ley Dec emb er 2 0 2 3 - Dat es TBA - “A Christmas Carol” is a timeless and beloved play adapted from Charles Dickens’s classic novella of the same name. This heartwarming and enduring tale follows the trans ormation o bene er crooge, a miserly and cold hearted old man, on a fateful Christmas Eve night. Through a series of supernatural encounters with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Y et to Come, Scrooge is confronted with the conse uences o his selfishness and greed. s he relives his past, witnesses the hardships of those less fortunate, and glimpses a bleak future, Scrooge un dergoes a profound change of heart, ultimately embracing the spirit of generosity and redemption that defines the holiday season. hristmas arol is a poignant exploration of the power of compassion and the potential for personal growth, making it a cherished and enduring holiday tradition M TH T SS

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S Adap t ed b y Tim Firt h - Feb ru ary 1 5 - 1 8 , 2 0 2 4 - When Annie’s husband J ohn dies of leukemia, she and best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. They manage to persuade four fellow Women’s Institute members to pose nude with them for an “alternative” calendar, with a little help from hospital porter and amateur photographer Law rence. The news o the women s charitable venture spreads like wildfire, and hordes of press soon descend on the small village of K napeley in the Y orkshire Dales. The calendar is a success, but Chris and Annie’s friendship is put to the test under the strain of their newfound fame.

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T exas M usic P rofile Story and Photos by Z ach Tate.

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es than many people will face in a lifetime, making his musical expression sound more like that of a seasoned troubadour than the 3 -year newbie he is.

Born in the C lear L ake area, a series of serious medical issues beginning in his twenties left Hart, for a period of time, unable to walk, clothe, and feed himself.

Already with 3 kids and a wife and feeling deeply depressed, he attempted suicide.

His young daughter had witnessed him taking pills and, as Hart confesses, it was the turning point that pushed him to a path of healing and away from self-destruction. “I couldn’t let that be the last thing she saw,” Hart said.

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After years of struggling to find purpose and joy in his life,

in Galveston, various folk music gatherings, and nursing homes around the

today, Hart is a year and 8 months sober and has regained

greater Houston area ( all proceeds from Hart’s YouTube channel go to fund

his ability to walk. Although he has Tourette’s Syndrome

nursing home needs) it makes sense that Hart and his wife founded the

and his mobility is still in jeopardy due to recurring physical

L eague C ity F olk Association to continue the tradition of community gatherings

ailments, he has taken on an attitude of gratitude to get

to tell stories and share songs. C reated in 2022, the group meets the last

through each day - gratitude not only for his life but also for

F riday of each month for a night of music in L eague C ity at the Barn Museum

his wife of 22 years, Rachel, and their three daughters.

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the strength and conviction needed to care for her husband when times were at

radio and moved me unlike any other I’d ever heard.

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glad to be able to show our 3 daughters what it looks like when you love

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Being able to entertain folks and help take them back in time, if only for a few minutes, is a tremendous blessing. One of the greatest joys I’ve experienced is founding the League City Folk Association with my wife Rachel. into the musician I am today. It was through them that I discovered the beauty of storytelling songs.

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Experienced Fishing Advice To Make Fishing Great Again

Serious Tackle Box With Chris Gonzales L oop K notted C ircle Hooks

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e have all heard of and are possibly using the benefits

This single dropper loop rig has the mono passing through the hook-

of a Non-Slip Mono L oop K not as a connection to our

eye before an 8 to 10 surgeon’s loop is tied. The end result is the long

jigs, lures, etc. It’s a knot that allows a greater swim

tag end is the top vertical leader section with a swivel tied on it to

motion/natural movement wherever it’s used. Another obvious use of

connect to the main line off the reel, and the shorter bottom vertical

this high-range-of-motion connection has been simply overlooked.

leg has a sinker attachment loop.

Such was the case for me. I recently used the loop knot to attach circle hooks to a mono leader, which significantly improved my hook-

The hook has freedom of movement on the “bait leg” giving an advan-

up ratio. O n my last three offshore fishing trips, where red snapper

tage similar to the loop knot. This same arrangement could also be

was the primary target, using this non-slip mono-knot connection on

used when making up a C arolina rig, slide your egg weight of choice

my C arolina rigs, I seemed to miss fewer hookups. While that’s a

onto the mono, slip the mono through the hook’s eye, and carefully tie

variable from trip to trip at times, the bottom line is that the connec-

a 12 to 18” long surgeon’s loop. The finished product will be a C aro-

tion didn’t affect the end results...or did it in a positive way? A loop

lina rig with a “sliding hook” on the loop. A more standard C arolina or

connection gives that added range of motion and natural free-mov-

fish finder rig would be 12-18” mono leader with a swivel on one end

ing appearance to your bait presentation when activated by current

and non-slip loop connection to your circle hook on the other end. Slip

movement or a simple rod twitch. It’s certainly an active part of my

an egg weight on your main line, tie the main to the swivel and you

offshore rigging as are another pair of loop-to-hook options with a

are good to go. This is the C arolina rig I use for most mono situations.

similar effect.

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The Non-Slip Mono loop knot is easy to tie and has nearly 100

Give loop knotted circle hooks a try in any of your circle hook and

percent of line test strength in holding power. How to tie this con-

natural bait use applications, also the “sliding hook on a loop. K eep

nection is covered in an assortment of knot books, but the easiest

your eyes and ears open for techniq ues to possibly improve your

source to find is on the internet. When tying up the knot, use 4 turns

fishing success. I believe this L oop K notted C ircle Hook connection

for 3 0/4 0, 3 turns with 5 0/6 0, and 2 turns when using 80/100 lb.

will do just that... “There’s always another way”...again!

mono. The advantage of using this knot at a circle hook in particular is the hook’s increased range of motion, which gives better penetration as the bait and hook motion wobbles it into alignment with the fish’s jaw or upper lip-mouth area at the bite. This is because of the reduced influence of the mono’s stiffness. Any mono, tied tight

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at the hook’s eye, will somewhat restrict hook movement at the time of attempted alignment for a positive hookset. Is this loop-to-circle hook connection a magical techniq ue? Don’t know about that since I’ve caught hundreds of fish over the last 5 0 years offshore without

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it until recently. I do believe it’s a step in the right direction, which might be a key element in your personal best hookset...think about it! The more natural feel this connection can give at the bite might just make a wary adult of any species hold on for a nano-second longer, resulting in an otherwise missed hookup.

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Remove rom brine and wash. utter y breast out and tenderi e with meat mallet. rush outside with clarified butter and season. Flip over and repeat. Spread thin layer of boudin across turkey and at the top make a line of cheese and peppers or olives to taste. Roll up the breast and cut into smaller pieces to wrap completely in bacon. Season bacon exterior with the Juicy Pig BBQ rub and cook on an offset grill until an internal temperature of 160 then remove and glaze with salted vodka and grapefruit BBQ glaze. Rest 8 minutes before slicing.

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and applying a generous amount of cinnamon and the nutmeg. Broil until brown and remove from heat.

In a saucepan, melt ½ stick of butter then add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then remove from heat and stir in pecans and all cinnamon from the foil.

Return to heat and as soon as it boils remove, keep stirring until the foam settles and pour over yams.

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2. Johnny Carson

3. Steve Martin

4. Bea Arthur

5. Bernie Mac

6. Bill Murray

7. Bob Hope

8. Charlie Chaplin

9. Chevy Chase

10. Dan Aykroyd

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Actors versus real life characters Happy November, Wavers. It was great seeing so many people having fun at the Waves Magazine 6 th Anniversary Party at Roll-N. You Wavers sure know how to party!

As many of you know, your Bum is a real movie addict. I love my movies. I had a thought the other day while I was out cruising around in my ol’ scarab. It’s not like me to have many thoughts in a day, but here is what had me thinking…

I recently watched atch dams again starring the great Robin Williams or about the fi th time. While watching the film, I wondered what the real atch dams looked like and what was his real full name. Your Bum did a little research and found out. O nce I did that, my mind got racing about other famous people portrayed in movies and what the real li e person looks like in comparison to the actor who portrayed them in the film. Here are some o my avorites

atch a s This movie was released in 19 9 8.

Patch Adams was portrayed by Bum favorite Robin Williams. Here is what the real Hunter Doherty “Patch” Adams looks like.

utch assi a The Su a ce i Released in 19 6 9 . Robert L eRoy Parker was known as “Butch C assidy” and was portrayed by Paul Newman. Harry L ongabaugh was known as the “Sundance K id” and was portrayed by Robert Redford.

is Released in 2022 - Elvis Presley was portrayed brilliantly by Austin Butler. Elvis received 8 Academy Award nominations. A very entertaining movie.

i eo e Fo e a Released in 2023 - George F oreman was portrayed by the wonderful K hris Davis. Houston native George F oreman has always been a Bum favorite.

o ie a e Released in 19 6 7 - C lyde Barrow was played by Warren Beatty and Bonnie Parker was played by F aye Dunaway. Bonnie and C lyde were truly evil people. lyde first met onnie when he tried to steal Bonnie’s mother’s car. It doesn’t get any more romantic than that.

eauti u a i the ei h o hoo Released in 2019 - F red Rogers ( Mr. Rogers) is portrayed by the always outstanding Tom Hanks. This movie was chosen by Time magazine as one of the ten best of the year.

Tom Hanks was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

The toucha es Released in 19 87 - Bureau of Prohibition agent Eliot Ness, portrayed

by K evin C ostner, is tasked with bringing down the notorious Al apone. very good film directed by Brian DePalma.

u ie u ia Released in 2009 - Renowned chef J ulia C hild is portrayed by Meryl treep. The film contrasts the li e o chef J ulia C hild in the early years of her culinary career with the life of young New Yorker J ulie Powell, who aspires to cook all 5 24 recipes in C hild’s cookbook in 3 6 5 days.

Streep is excellent.

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Smart F inancial C enter Report C ard n August 9 th of this year, a group of us ventured to Sugar L and to see the great Daryl Hall and Todd Rundgren perform at the Smart F inancial C enter. The concert was fantastic as we

knew it would be. It was great seeing two rock legends perform live.

The Smart F inancial C enter is a very nice venue in which to attend a concert. However, the management of this facility is terrible at best. If we were giving out report cards, the following is how it would all grade out…

Rundgren was already on stage performing his 3 rd song. We found out that he started at 7: 3 0 p.m. You would think that management could at

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lot with ample parking right next to the venue.

However, on this night, management chose to rope and block off almost all the parking spaces close to the venue and had everyone parking in the outer remote parking lots. This was during our area heat wave and the temperature was 102 degrees. That obviously meant nothing to the

least get the starting times correct.

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Daryl’s house band performed with both artists. Top-notch band! F or the encore, Hall and Rundgren performed together. Daryl Hall then brought the house down with “You Make My Dreams C ome True.” F antastic!

venue’s management, as everyone was forced to park a considerable

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distance from the venue. t a ce o ic -

- Daryl Hall and Todd Rundgren both were

terrific. Rundgren opened the show and then was followed by Daryl Hall.

a e F - O n top of the high

prices for any concessions, they had the concession stands inside right by the seating area

a e F - There is a ridiculous

closed. You had to leave the concert seating area

policy strictly enforced as you try to pass through security to enter the venue. No ladies’ purse can be larger than 4 ” x 6 ” in size. They even have a cut-out picture they use to monitor the purse size. O ne of the ladies with us had a purse that measured to be 4 ” x 6 1/2”. She was refused entrance and was told to return her purse to her vehicle. We had to walk all the way back to the outer parking lot during 102-degree temperatures and then turn around and walk back to enter.

and venture way out to the lobby to purchase any concessions. Ridiculous! There were concession stands very close to the seating that could have been utilized.

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You can’t make this stuff up. This policy is stupid and unnecessary.

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All the information, including the time printed

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on the tickets, listed the start time as 8: 00 p.m.

Again, management dropped the ball. When we finally got to enter the venue after a mile hike to return a purse to our car, we got to our seats at 7: 4 8 p.m. Todd 68

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eflections by: J ohn & K athy V alastro

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he first thing I thought about when I read this from a friend was, is this a q uestion or a statement? Many Islanders wonder

why our lives have turned out a certain way. Some will say it was predestined, happen chance, goal-oriented, God’s plan, or luck ( or bad luck) .

Regardless of what you believe, look at the results over time. Some people go through life and constantly struggle with finances, health, family issues, and relationships. Sounds like a pretty miserable life if you ask me. But what happens when you look a little deeper and consider your life “over time”? I still look the same, feel the same, continue the same job, and have the same thoughts and beliefs, but what I’ve lost sight of is what I’ve accomplished “over time”… my “influence” on those around me.

My accomplishments are not measured in wealth, notoriety, or being a social media influencer. My accomplishments are measured by the number of people I’ve met, who respect me for who I am and consider me a friend. I know many people who have money and

L astly, many people feel lost as they reflect on their life accomplishments or lack of; divorce, death of spouse or child, kids growing up, illness, and getting old are part of the cross we bear in this life. My only advice to you is, to find strength in faith, family, and friends.

F aith is a personal journey, but we welcome family and island friends to take this journey with us. We are here for each other, BO Is and IBC s may wonder… ”why I do what I do… that’s for each of us to decide, is it a q uestion or a statement”.

material things but are some of the most unhappy people walking this earth. They have no “true” friends. Ask yourself, if I’m ever in dire straights, can I make a call or send a text and someone will be there in an instant? If you can do that, you are in the top 1%

of being the

most successful person around. You hope you never have to make that call, but the joy is knowing you have a card to play that most people never do, or never will. This island is full of people who have this card to play. I see “Islanders” who are unassuming, going about doing things for others without pretense, but with joy in their heart.

It’s beautiful to see.

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John and Kathy Valastro

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