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BURKE’S BRIEFS January 2024 H appy N ew Y ear 2024 , W avers!

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hope everyone rang in the N ew Y ear with great joy and happiness. W hat a wonderful occasion to celebrate with family, friends, and everyone!

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A s W aves enters our 7th year of publishing, we like to look back and think about what a wonderful year 2023 was.

W aves made so many new friends. Y ou make what we do each day both fun and ex citing.

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A FEW DAYS BEFORE OUR GRANDSON, COOPER, ARRIVED, THE EXCITEMENT INSPIRED US TO NAME OUR FOURTH GALVESTON RESTAURANT "COOPER’S LANDING." SHEREE AND I ENVISIONED IT AS A UNIQUE COASTAL DINING VENUE FOR OUR COMMUNITY. COOPER’S LANDING, OFFERS MOUTHWATERING CUISINE, CRAFT COCKTAILS, AND A DIVERSE WINE SELECTION WITH A STUNNING GULF VIEW. WE CURRENTLY OFFER LUNCH SPECIALS STARTING AT $12 MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 11AM-3PM. JOIN US FOR OUR SOCIAL HOUR MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 2PM-6PM. OUR AMAZING STEAK SPECIALS ARE EVERY THURSDAY, 4PM-9PM, ACCOMPANIED BY LIVE MUSIC FROM 6PM-9PM. OUR COMMITMENT EXTENDS TO AN EVER-CHANGING MENU, EXPERTLY CRAFTED DRINKS BY OUR TEAM OF MIXOLOGISTS, WITH A FOCUS ON LOCAL, SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD THAT OUR EXECUTIVE CHEF, HUGO SOLIS, AND HIS KITCHEN TEAM BRING TO OUR DELIGHTFUL DISHES. COOPER’S LANDING NOT ONLY PROVIDES A MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE BUT JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR TALENTED CHEFS AND WAITSTAFF, WITH WHOM WE PROUDLY CONSIDER FAMILY. AS OUR GRANDSON TURNS THREE THIS JANUARY, IT’S NOT UNCOMMON THAT OUR GUESTS FIND COOPER AND HIS PAPA WALKING THE RESTAURANT AND GREETING GUESTS. WARM REGARDS, JIM, SHEREE & COOPER

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U rbanized Cowboys, Galveston’s Coyotes are H ere to Stay

hen I moved to Galveston in 19 81, a coyote sighting was uncommon and usually confined to the west end of the island.

Today, sightings are not only commonplace but are often on our downtown streets in broad daylight. They have moved right in and found a new home. W hy has this happened? O ne obvious reason is the huge amount of development in what was once wild space has given them

Colorado, black bears in the suburbs of N ew J ersey and

fewer places to hunt and make their homes.

bald eagles take advantage of meals at the garbage dumps in A nchorage, A laska. In A frica, elephants and hyenas have

W hen habitat is lost many species of plants and animals gradually lose

become used to entering cities looking for easy meals. In

enough places to live and become locally ex tinct. A good ex ample would

Mumbai, India, a city of twenty- million people, about twenty- one

be the horned “ toad” , a little lizard that once was abundant on the island

urbanized leopards take refuge by day in a large urban park

but seems to have disappeared. O ther species of animals like sq uirrels,

and then roam parts of the city at night. A ll these animals can

opossums, and pigeons adapt and thrive learning to live in cities

pose threats to pets, property, or persons but the citizens have

crowded with people. That seems to have happened with our coyotes in

learned to adapt their behaviors and accept that the beasts are

Galveston.

not leaving their communities any time soon.

Species of animals that become “ urbanized” are not only comfortable

If there are places that can co- ex ist with bears, leopards,

around humans but also develop different food- gathering skills and

and elephants, why can’t Galvestonians handle the sight of

behaviors that their wild ancestors did not possess. They pass the

a thirty- pound coyote? Men are still ready to grab their guns

behaviors on to their young who then become even more successful in

and women whisk their children indoors when they see one of

their new environment. A fter several generations, the city- born animals

these scrawny canines trotting down their street. 9 11 still gets

are accustomed to the urban lifestyle and have no desire to return to

freq uent calls that a coyote is in a neighborhood, and they

their wild stomping grounds.

need animal control to come remove it immediately. R eally? A re they that dangerous? The coyotes have more fear of us than

In other parts of the world, people have gotten used to wild animals

we should have of them. U nleashed dogs cause much more

sharing their spaces. Gigantic elk roam the downtown of E stes P ark,

harm to people and pets every year in our town. The number

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of injured pets I have treated that have been traumatized by

by eating rats and controlling the overpopulation of pigeons and

other dogs far outweighs the ones hurt by coyotes. Granted

possums. If we change our own behaviors our pets will be safe.

unsupervised small dogs and cats are at risk of being killed by the coyotes, but shouldn’t we be responsible pet owners

Happy New Year to all!

and keep them leashed and indoors anyway? I lost two cats to suspected coyotes years ago and have since never let my cats live outdoors. Migrating birds would appreciate not having to worry about being killed by a cat when they land in Galveston having flown all the way over the Gulf.

Richard D. Henderson, DVM

Since the coyotes have no plans of leaving, we should keep

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our cats inside, leash our dogs, and not attract wild animals by leaving pet food outside. These wild canines have some benefits

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Cookin’Column

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lthough we are fortunate enough to live in a mostly tropical climate here on the Island, we do have a few

blustery and cold winter days during this time of the year.

Bunny feels that those bone-chilling days call for something warm and comforting to eat as we enjoy our cozy homes.

I’m sharing one of my favorite soups - a yummy Cheddar Cheese-Beer Soup that actually has origins from the Beaumont Country Club (although the chef originally used brandy and Cheese Whiz - it was developed in the ‘60s, after all). Bunny has even served this soup for parties in cute little bowls, espresso cups, or shot glasses, so friends could simply pick it up and warm their tummies in small sips, rather than using a spoon. I hope you enjoy it as much as Bunny and her family do!

Directions In a large stockpot over medium heat, melt the butter and add all the chopped veggies. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the flour and cook for another minute more. Stir in the chicken stock and milk and simmer until the soup has thickened, approximately 10 minutes. Whisk in the beer and mustard, Tabasco, and salt.

Stir in both types of cheese and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted. Serve warm. *Make sure to not allow it to scald after milk and cheeses are added. This soup can be made up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated. For serving, make sure to warm it gradually over low heat so that it will not scorch. You can thin it with more milk or chicken stock if it is too thick.

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1 stick unsalted butter

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1 cup finely chopped celery (3 lg. stalks)

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1 cup diced carrots (approx. 2-3 medium)

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1 cup medium yellow onion, finely chopped

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1 cup thinly sliced green onions, white & green parts

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1/2 cup all-purpose flour

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3 cups chicken stock

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3 cups whole milk

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6 oz. dark beer (Bunny prefers Shiner Bock)

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1 Tbsp. dry mustard

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1 tsp. Tabasco sauce or Cholula

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1 tsp. kosher salt

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2 cups (8 oz.) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

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2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Monterrey Jack cheese

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2024 – Our Year to Soar!

Optimizing Your Workouts and Maximizing Your Results

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t’s the N ew Y ear, and with that usually comes a surge in the desire to get healthy and fit. If you want to begin a new path to a healthier you, or if you are feeling stuck in your 2023 workout

routine, here are five tips to help you optimize your workouts and max imize your results.

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Getting enough sleep is essential to optimizing your

nutrient- dense foods helps give you energy and strength

workout and max imizing your results. Sleep helps the

and provides you with essential vitamins and minerals that can help improve overall health. Good sources

body recover from physical activity and gives it time to repair itself and become stronger. N ot getting enough sleep can cause fatigue,

of lean proteins include fish, poultry, beans, and tofu. H ealthy fats

reduced focus, and increased risk of injury. A dditionally, when you

such as nuts, avocados, and olive oil are also ex cellent choices.

don’t get enough sleep, your body may produce hormones, leading

Complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and

to increased hunger and cravings for unhealthy foods.

legumes fuel your body. A dditionally, limit your intake of processed foods, refined sugars, and saturated fats. E ating the right foods can

To ensure you are getting enough sleep, try to go to bed at the same

help boost your metabolism, reduce muscle soreness, increase your

time each night and wake up at the same time each morning. A void

endurance, and fuel your workouts so that you can max imize your

caffeine late in the day, and try to avoid screens before bed as their

results.

light can interfere with melatonin production. Consider setting a nighttime routine to help your body relax , such as reading or taking

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a warm bath. F inally, create a sleep environment that is conducive to

W hen optimizing your workout and max imizing your re-

restful sleep. Make sure your room is dark, cool, and q uiet.

sults, drinking plenty of water is one of the most important things you can do. W ater helps your body maintain healthy hydration

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oods.

E ating the right foods is paramount to a productive workout. E ating

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muscles receive. W ater helps your body flush out tox ins and waste

your workout. A positive attitude can help you focus on the positives

products, improving your overall health and fitness. It’s recommend-

instead of the negatives, leading to improved performance and better

ed that you drink 8- 10 glasses of water per day.

results.

W hen you’re ex ercising, make sure to drink plenty of water through-

It can be easy to get discouraged when working out,

out your workout. This will help keep you hydrated and prevent dehy-

but having a positive attitude can help you push

dration. Y ou should also drink water after your workout to help your

through the tough times and stay focused on your

body recover and rebuild.

goals. Take breaks throughout your workout and give yourself positive affirmations and reminders of why you’re doing this.

D rinking plenty of water is important not just for your workouts but

R emind yourself that you’re doing this to improve your health and

for your everyday health. So make sure you drink up!

well- being, not just to look good.

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Take some time to celebrate your successes, no matter how small.

oid dis rac ions.

D istractions can be a major roadblock when it comes

Take a moment to reflect on how far you’ve come and be proud of

to working out. It’s easy to become distracted and lose

yourself for making progress. Y ou will be more likely to stick with

focus when ex ercising, leading to less- than- optimal results. O ne way

your routine and stay motivated, leading to better results in the long

to avoid distractions while working out is to put away your phone

run.

and turn off any notifications or alerts that may come in. This will help you stay on task and prevent you from being pulled from your

There is no magic pill or formula to start and stick to a healthy

ex ercise routine. Give yourself 3 0 minutes to an hour every day to

lifestyle. The magic pill will be found simply in how you feel when

unplug and do something just for you.

you find yourself in it. O ften, the most challenging part is deciding to make a few lifestyle changes.

It’s also essential to have a plan for your workout before you start.

Setting goals for what ex ercises you want to do and how many rep-

I h ope th i s n ew year c an b e th e on e to try a

etitions you plan to complete can help you stay focused and on task

n ew path to a h ealth i er you .

throughout the entire workout. H aving a plan can also help prevent you from getting side- tracked or taking too many breaks.

F inally, try to create an environment that encourages focus and discourages distraction. P ut on music that motivates you, or wear headphones if you like. Some people find group fitness classes can help them maintain focus and motivation. A nd the camaraderie of a group class just can’t be beaten!

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Creating Natural L ooking L ips (Not Over-done L ips)

MEET DR. TARA WEGRYN

BY: DR. TARA WEGRYN

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collagen and elastin formation in our lips just as it decreases in our faces. Many women would like to have fuller lips like they had when they

r ara egr n is a oard certified

were younger, but most do not want a fake or

Neurologist and Electrophysiologist and a

over-done look. Natural, fuller-looking lips can be achieved when the right filler is selected, the right amount is injected, and in the right way.

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most commonly used in the upper face to reduce

her MD from the University of Florida and

wrinkles by relaxing muscles of facial expression

residency in Neurology at the Cleveland

in the forehead, between the eyes, and at the corners of the eyes.

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Clinic. In 19 9 6, Dr. Wegryn founded Houston Neuromonitoring, a successful intraoperative monitoring company that

Additionally, they can be used in a low dose to relax or “ flip” the upper lip creating a slightly fuller appearance. Also, Botox can be injected into muscles at the corners of the mouth to flip the down-turned corners up. The results of both

served the surgical community at the TMC (Texas Medical Center) for over 17 years.

Dr. Tara Wegryn is currently the director/ owner of Refresh Medispa in Galveston, Texas.

of these treatments are subtle but can be enough to make a difference in your look. Care must be taken to place the neuromodulator in the right muscles and at the correct dose, so that eating and speaking are not affected.

For those wanting a subtle increase in their lip size, V olbella may be the right choice.

One of Allergan’s newest fillers, V olbella was specifically formulated to be a softer filler with a more natural look.

Alternatively, Juvederm Ultra has been on the market much longer and is the single most popular lip filler. It adds volume. Being careful not to overfill the lips (one syringe is usually

onc sion Most of us do not want exaggerated, over-done lips. Most of us do want the slightly fuller lips of our youth. Whether you are ready to make the leap to filler or would rather try low-dose Botox or X eomin, you have options.

Have a great day, and I hope you continue to “ L ook Fresh And Feel Confident” .

enough), a natural look can be achieved with

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herb with a wonderful apple- like scent.

H owever, chamomile is a tough little herb that likes the cool temperatures of spring and early summer. W hen the plant germinates from seed, which it does easily, you will see stems and leaves that look a lot like fern prawns. These leafy green parts are soon topped with the daisy- like blooms that will continue for all of its life span.

To harvest, simply cut off the blooms once they have opened. The

Sometimes chamomile has trouble with fungus, but spraying the

plant will get busy making more blooms and the more you harvest,

entire plant with a baking soda mix ture will keep the fungus away.

the bigger and bushier the plant will get. U se a tray with a screened

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teas, tinctures, and other wonderful applications. The flowers and tender stems can also be used fresh for chamomile tea.

Chamomile likes at least 6 hours of sunlight but can tolerate shade in hot climates. A hard freeze will kill the plants, but a light freeze or frost will not harm the plant. Sow seeds indoors in late winter. R oman chamomile is a perennial and German Chamomile will self- seed so you will notice little chamomile babies where your chamomile was planted the summer before. W ater moderately.

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Fun Facts Historical Galveston y

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Roberts Rules of Order

Bring in the sand

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Rip Rap

Add The Granite

eawall

was born on the mainland. A s a child, I came to the Island a lot. I was always fascinated with the seawall. It was big,

strong, and was the great protector of the island. B ut how was it built? H ow much concrete did it take? H ow did they pay for it? H ere’s a brief history of the seawall and some F un F acts along the way, that perhaps you didn’t know.

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The great storm of 19 00 forever changed

and

W ork was started in 19 02. Sand needed

for construction was dredged from the entrance to Galveston

Galveston Island. Galveston, then the fourth largest city in

H arbor. Fun Fact: 1,800 carloads of sand were used in the

Tex as was one of the busiest ports in the U nited States. The

initial construction of the seawall.

deadly storm caused millions of dollars in damage to the island’s 4 4 ,000 inhabitants. W hen the q uestion of rebuilding

In addition to the sand needed for building the seawall, sand

the city arose, the plan was suggested to change the site to

was also transported to the residential district through a 20-

another location, abandoning the city altogether. The major-

foot deep, 200- foot wide, and 2.5- mile- long canal. To prevent

ity of the citizens of Galveston opposed moving the city and

flood damage, all structures and utilities, including houses,

abandoning the harbor.

fences, water pipes, and streetcar tracks, were lifted off their foundations using jackscrews or stilts. The sand was pumped

A strong feeling of pride for their city caused the residents

under all structures. This increased the elevation to 12 feet

to req uest a wall to protect the city from future storms.

above sea level. To accomplish this monumental feat, two to

W hen the q uestion of how to pay for it arose, here’s what

three block sections were enclosed with earthen levees. Fun

happened. Fun Fact: The city decided to issue bonds total-

Fact: About 500 city blocks were raised using 16.3 million cubic

ing $1,500,000. Almost every Galveston resident, from the

yards of sand that was spread from a few inches to eleven feet

wealthy to the working class, purchased a bond to aid with the

thick.

redevelopment of their beloved home island.

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seawall began in O ctober of 19 02 and stretched for 3 .3 miles.

board of engineers to help rebuild. O ne of which was B riga-

The Gulf side of the wall curved outward to prevent water from

dier General H enry M. R obert ( 183 7- 19 23 ) . Fun Fact: Henry

washing over the top. Fun Fact: 5,200 carloads of wooden pil-

Robert was also the author of “Robert’s Rules of Order”, used

ings and 5 carloads of reinforcing steel were used in the initial

in many Board Meetings even today.

forms for the concrete.

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struck the island with more severity than the storm 15 years earlier but resulted in far less damage. F un F act: T he seawall would weigh 4 0 , 0 0 0 p ounds p er foot in length.

Misha s Add The Concrete

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tion hasn’t always been a part of the seawall. There have been a few mishaps along the way.

H rricane

icia

In 19 83 , hurricane A licia attacked the island

city. The core of engineers estimated that $ 100 million in damage The Seawall

Mishaps?

The Ike Dike

was avoided because of the seawall. A fter H urricane Ike battered the Island in 2008, the Tex as governor established a commission to investigate preparation for future disasters. This ex plored the

Ri Ra

I always love learning new things. W hat is R ip R ap?

R ip rap are the stone blocks ex tending outward from the seawall.

F un F act: 3 , 7 0 0 carloads of rip rap were b rought in.

dd he

rani e

D eep in the Tex as hill country near a place

now called Marble F alls, a q uarry was established to ex tract pink granite from a 200- foot- tall geological dome formation. This q uarry would host a team called the Galveston Company, arriving to mine stone for an amazingly large project, the Seawall. F un F act: 5 , 2 0 0 railway carloads of crushed granite soon arrived.

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Concrete is one of the most durable ma-

construction of a massive levy system that would protect Galveston B ay and the H ouston ship channel. F un F act: I t would b e called the I ke Dike.

P erhaps the U S A rmy Corp of E ngineers said it best. Galveston’s bulwark against the sea ex tends for nearly 10 miles, protecting life and property against the destructive forces of tides and hurricanes. The seawall provides a place that is widely used by fishermen and sightseers and adds materially to Galveston’s attractiveness as a vacation island.

Well said! I love the Island! I hope you’ve enjoyed

terials used in seawalls. A concrete seawall will last for decades

these fun facts about the seawall.

and req uire little or no maintenance. Concrete panels are used on large seawalls. R einforced concrete is stronger than most other materials and can be custom- designed. F un F act: 1 , 0 0 0 railcar loads of cement were b rought in.

ea a

o e ard Res ored

The new seawall allowed

Galveston residents the opportunity to enjoy their beautiful island paradise once again.

e s a er Head ines

T he Galveston Tribune headline tells

the story. The seawall proved its value when a hurricane in 19 15

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A FEW DAYS BEFORE OUR GRANDSON, COOPER, ARRIVED, THE EXCITEMENT INSPIRED US TO NAME OUR FOURTH GALVESTON RESTAURANT "COOPER’S LANDING." SHEREE AND I ENVISIONED IT AS A UNIQUE COASTAL DINING VENUE FOR OUR COMMUNITY. COOPER’S LANDING, OFFERS MOUTHWATERING CUISINE, CRAFT COCKTAILS, AND A DIVERSE WINE SELECTION WITH A STUNNING GULF VIEW. WE CURRENTLY OFFER LUNCH SPECIALS STARTING AT $12 MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 11AM-3PM. JOIN US FOR OUR SOCIAL HOUR MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 2PM-6PM. OUR AMAZING STEAK SPECIALS ARE EVERY THURSDAY, 4PM-9PM, ACCOMPANIED BY LIVE MUSIC FROM 6PM-9PM. OUR COMMITMENT EXTENDS TO AN EVER-CHANGING MENU, EXPERTLY CRAFTED DRINKS BY OUR TEAM OF MIXOLOGISTS, WITH A FOCUS ON LOCAL, SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD THAT OUR EXECUTIVE CHEF, HUGO SOLIS, AND HIS KITCHEN TEAM BRING TO OUR DELIGHTFUL DISHES. COOPER’S LANDING NOT ONLY PROVIDES A MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE BUT JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR TALENTED CHEFS AND WAITSTAFF, WITH WHOM WE PROUDLY CONSIDER FAMILY. AS OUR GRANDSON TURNS THREE THIS JANUARY, IT’S NOT UNCOMMON THAT OUR GUESTS FIND COOPER AND HIS PAPA WALKING THE RESTAURANT AND GREETING GUESTS. WARM REGARDS, JIM, SHEREE & COOPER 38

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Big B I TES by: Tom Valliere & Charlie Bresenhan

Cooper ’ s Landing There really is an East side / West side divide in Galveston. The busy 61st Street corridor that most visitors use to access our beaches is the de facto dividing line. I confess, I am an Eastender as are most of my friends. This is not unusual. Galveston developed around our seaport and for many years the West end of the island was mostly vacant or cattle pastures. Many of us are actually surprised when we visit newer areas like Evia and we see how much has changed while we were hanging out on the Strand all these years.

There is development pretty much all the way to the San Luis Pass with beachfront homes and imposing subdivisions. I f you thought Jamaica Beach was an outpost, you need to see what has been happening way out past that pleasant community.

in the West End for years with his casual beach bar and grill Tipsy Turtle and his acq uisition of long-operating Nate’ s Westend Seafood & Steaks just down the road past Jamaica Beach.

Recently, Waves Magaz ine Publisher Michael Burke and I enjoyed

U nfortunately, infrastructure to serve this burgeoning population has lagged. I t is only recently that restaurateurs have discovered the opportunities that lie west of 61st.

lunch and a visit with Mr. Somerville at his restaurant. Over chicken fried steak and a fish and chips lunch special, Jim ex plained how he and his wife Sheree conceived the idea for the restaurant and brought it to fruition. Here, in his own words, he describes his

One of the finest new restaurants is Cooper ’ s Landing. Located on Termini San Luis Pass Road (the long name for FM 3005), they occupy the site of the former Michael Burger. However, that is where the comparison begins and ends. Cooper ’ s Landing is a fine dining establishment in a fully - and tastefully - remodeled building. A pleasant, but minimalist, neutral decor focuses your attention on the Gulf views and the upscale food offerings. Owner Jim Somerville has assembled an ex perienced chef and kitchen crew that have put together an outstanding menu that reflects our island origins and the tastes of his affluent customers.

No stranger to the hospitality industry, Jim has been a presence

vision.

“S heree and I opened C ooper ’s L anding b ecause we felt the W est end needed a coastal dining and drink venue. C ooper ’s L anding is truly a uniq ue meeting place where we wanted to b ring “our tak e” on delicious cuisine, while our guests sat b ack and enj oyed a nice glass of vino while enj oying the coastal view.”

Jim goes on to further ex plain: “O ur goal was to create a q uaint restaurant feel that our community would b e proud of and enj oy for years to come. The idea of C ooper ’s L anding b eing an ex citing meeting place for locals and tourists alik e featuring an ever- changing menu and b ar drink s made especially b y our professional mix ologist was also a must during our creative process.”

Putting it all together. Jim describes the process: “In addition to our full menu, myself along with our ex ecutive

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chef H ugo, teamed up with the region’s sommeliers to handpick

The parking area is large and offers an abundance of free off-street

ex clusive wines to complement our menu and satisfy any wine

parking. An elevator provides access to customers who may prefer

lovers palate.

to avoid stairs.

W ine is a maj or part of the C ooper ’s L anding dining ex perience

U pon entering you are immediately struck by the vast open space

and our wine list features several different lab els from all over

dominated by the outstanding views. The host station greets you

the world. E ach has b een carefully selected to complement the

and ushers you to your table. Their wine list is ex tensive but not

full menu. O ur C ooper ’s L anding wine list is as versatile in

overbearing. They are helpful with suggestions and guidance for

style as it is in price.”

food pairings.

I t is not j ust th e w ine:

The bright beach environment notwithstanding, this is a serious fine dining restaurant with attention to detail and their menu reflects

“O ur ex ecutive chef and k itchen staff are guided b y the seasons

that. Freshness and q uality rule here and their specials vary with

and work with local Tex as producers who raise their own b eef

what is available and fresh that day. Do not be afraid to ask for

and proudly grow their own organic produce. W e specializ e

something off-menu. Their kitchen is accommodating and has the

in local fresh seafood that are sourced sustainab ility and line

ex pertise to satisfy every palate.

caught. You are served anything from our fresh ceviche, fish, lamb shank , prime- cook ed b eef, and mouthwatering pork chops.

The menu opens with starters - some familiar, others less so. All

These are j ust a few of the savory items created b y our talented

are ex ecuted with precision. I t may be calamari or shrimp kisses

ex ecutive chef and his team”.

that appear on many menus, but here Chef Hugo takes it up a notch. From the finest ingredients to ex pert cooking, you can taste

I t is not just the food. Cooper ’ s Landing is also about your dining

and feel the difference. The ceviche entrees really demonstrate this

environment. From the understated minimalist decor to their large

attention to detail and are benchmark dishes for me.

porch, attention is paid to every detail.

I f you enjoy pasta, especially with seafood, this is your place. Their “O ur patio features a b eautiful view of the G ulf of M ex ico in

seafood pasta with shrimp, scallops and fish tossed with a white

relax ing indoor/ outdoor dining areas. W ith the Tex as weather,

wine garlic sauce is superb. Y ou may also order this with a marinara

we offer full air conditioning and heat as needed in the indoor

sauce, but I prefer the lighter sauce so as not to mask the delicate

and outdoor areas. B y creating a full dining ex perience out-

flavor of the seafood.

doors and overlook ing the ocean views, we wanted our guests to enj oy outdoor dining all year round.”

I n this, they have been highly successful. Jim and his team have created the perfect setting for year-round al fresco dining. Capitaliz ing on his choice of location, his elevated restaurant has commanding views of the Gulf and the adjoining wetlands. Situated upon piers (not uncommon in flood-prone Galveston) the restaurant is easily accessible from the parking area via a wide set of stairs.

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I f you prefer a marinara, I would suggest the Linguine with Clams

I t is not possible to capture everything in the few short para-

Diablo. Fresh Gulf shrimp tossed with mussels and clams with black

graphs I am allotted. Y ou simply must try this restaurant for

and green olives with a spicy marinara. This is a tasty dish with

yourself. I did and I am impressed. Y ou will be also.

bold but not overpowering flavors. Served with garlic bread it is delicious.

Lest I forget, the restaurant is named for Jim and Sheree’ s grandson Cooper. An infant at the time, he is now three years old and

Their seafood entrees include seared Tuna served on a bed of

may often be seen greeting customers at his namesake restau-

spinach topped with a balsamic reduction and a side of wasabi aioli.

rant.

I t is an ex cellent choice for a light dinner.

This restaurant is locally owned and family-operated. I t makes a They offer Gulf Coast crab cakes with a Pico de Gallo and lemon

difference.

butter. Served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables they are a satisfying dish.

Handicapped accessibility is good using the provided elevator.

Do not overlook the fresh Gulf Red Snapper. A delicacy freshly harvested from local waters and cooked grilled or blackened, it is a

Daily 11: 00 AM to 9: 00 PM (10: 00 PM Friday and Saturday)

dish you will remember.

There is much more, but I am going to jump to the meat entrees.

First and foremost is their prime rib. Sadly missing from area menus, Cooper ’ s Landing offers it as a weekly special every Friday and Saturday. Juicy and rare is my preference and they do it perfectly. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal veggies it comes with an au jus and horseradish sour cream sauce. Don’ t like it rare? No problem they can give you any degree of “ doneness” .

A 16 oz top-q uality bone in ribeye would be my nex t choice. I t’ s my preferred cut and is always flavorful and tender.

A braised lamb shank is a Chef Hugo specialty. Missing from many menus, lamb is a delicious meat not fully appreciated by many. Chef Hugo’ s slow roasting brings out the best. Served with angel hair pasta and fresh veggies, it is a real treat.

Lots of salads, soups, desserts, and shareables, I ’ ll leave you to discover their vast menu on your own. I do want to point out they have a family-friendly children’ s menu and a daily lunch menu that offers the aforementioned fish and chips, chicken fried steak, juicy burgers, and more for a delicious and economical lunch.

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TEEN AFTER HOURS: OVERNIGHT LOCK-IN

Drop-off: 7:30 PM

We’re spending the night at the library! Join us for overnight fun; games, glow-in-the-dark activities/crafts, ghost stories, and more. You can bring a sleeping bag - we’ll have a quiet activity space too. Registration & permission slip required!

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Tuesdays

4:30 - 7:30 PM

Wednesdays

4:30 - 6:30 PM (no meeting on Jan. 31)

Fox Room, 4th floor

MONTHLY EVENTS

Explore the world of Dungeons & Dragons with us!

TEEN GAMING

Thursday

ARTIST ALLEY WORKSHOP

4:30 - 6:30 PM

Make Kandi bead jewelry, Perler bead art, crochet, and more!

Friday

Y.A.L.L MEETING

4:30 - 5:30 PM

Have a voice in the library, earn volunteer hours, and eat snacks!

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Wortham Auditorium, 1st floor Play board games, video games, or Magic: the Gathering!

Randall Room, 1st floor

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YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB

Thursday

Randall Room, 1st floor

1/25 4:30 - 5:30 PM

Join our monthly meeting and get a free book to keep!

RCC: LGBTQIA+ ADVOCACY GROUP Connect with other LGBTQIA+ teens and discuss your concerns and hopes for the community. For date, time, & room info, contact Dustan Archer or Jessie Rhoads-Mullin (jmullin@rccgc.org).

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By: Paul Hager

T T OOK” Top roadway Musical ongs Not to se for an Audition e begin 2024 with a topic that is sure to send some of my theatre buds [ and some ‘ outsiders’ as well] into conniptions …

what are the

songs that you should never choose to audition with?

Broadway musicals are a staple of our local venues, and they offer a wide range of opportunities for performers of all levels. However, when it comes to auditioning for a Broadway show, it’ s important to choose the right song. Not

I t’ s a classic from WI CKED and a beautiful song.

all Broadway songs are created eq ual, and some are more likely to get you

However, it’ s also one of the most overused songs

cast than others.

in Broadway auditions. I f you’ re not a powerhouse

I n this article, we’ ll take a look at the top five Broadway musical songs that you should avoid using for an audition. These songs are all popular and well-

vocalist, you’ re going to have a hard time standing out from the crowd with it.

known, but they’ re also overused and often performed poorly. I f you’ re thinking of singing one of these songs for your audition, think again.

Another classic, “ Dreamed” is a powerful ballad that’ s perfect for a Broadway audition. However,

Please avoid it at all costs! Every young girl (and their cat) attempts this song, and it’ s nearly always ex cruciating. I t’ s whiny, it’ s immature, it’ s over-done, and most of

it’ s also one of the most overused songs in the business. I f you’ re not a strong belter, you’ re going to have a hard time making this song your own.

all, it’ s annoying! ! Please, please, please, don’ t bring this to an audition.

This is a fun and upbeat song that’ s sure to get the audience on your side. However, it’ s also a very

Y es, it’ s a pretty song, but it’ s been done to death.

Repeat: done to death. And often it’ s not done very well at all – especially in audition situations. What brings

popular audition song, so you’ re going to have to be ex ceptionally good to stand out from the crowd.

people undone? Partly the first note of the song, partly the range, and mostly the emotion that you must have to carry it off. Y ou can’ t “ just” sing the song.

Another beautiful and haunting song

But mostly, everyone’ s over it. I t’ s a bit like the theme from TI TANI C - not

that should be perfect for a Broadway audition.

even radio wants to touch it anymore.

However, it’ s also a very difficult song to sing, and you’ re going to need to have a strong vocal range to do it justice.

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Paul Hager A classic show tune [ and one of my all-time favorites] that’ s sure to put a smile on everyone’ s face. However, it’ s M U RD E R O N TH E O RIE NT E X P RE S S

also a very old song, and it’ s not as relevant to modern audiences as some of

By Agatha Christie | January 19 - 21, 2024

the other songs on this list.

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I f you’ re looking for a Broadway musical song that will help you stand out from the crowd, avoid these songs. I nstead, choose a song that’ s less popular and that you can really make your own. Personally, I usually switch between

A NNIE J R. | Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin Book by

“ Beauty School Dropout” from GREASE and “ Hey, Look Me Over” from WI LD-

Thomas Meehan | January 20 - 21, 2024 - V arious times

CAT. With a little bit of research, you’ re sure to find the perfect song for your D IS NE Y’S A L A D D IN

nex t audition.

Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice Book by My New Y ear’ s resolution is to review

as many productions at our local venues as is humanly possible and focus our spotlight on two often overlooked educational theater venues located right

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here on the island - The Galveston College Drama/ Theatre Department, and S NO W

Theatre/ Fine Arts at Ball High School.

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Sunday matinee - January 21, 2024 | https: / / www.islandetc.org/

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f it weren’ t for his wife, Andrea, and his new daughter, Josephine, providing League City vocalist, guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Anthony “ The Hungarian Hitman” Puská s a set of priorities he admittedly loves and is deeply committed to, the 34-year-old musician would probably be playing music every night of the week – in 7 different bands.

Born in Nassau Bay, Tex as in 1989 (with proud Hungarian heritage) the recent SLM Music Awards (Support Local Music Awards hosted by Scout Bar in Clear Lake) “ Best V ocalist” runner-up has been in and out of, or sitting in with, countless bands in the Galveston / Clear Lake region and playing a multitude of instruments since he began with choir in the 4th grade. By high school, Puská s earned his way into the Symphonic Chorale and Chamber singers at Clear Creek High School in League City and later majored in vocal performance at both Louisiana State U niversity and College Of The Mainland in Tex as City. Though Puská s is a highly efficient, versatile, and locally acclaimed guitar player and drummer, his distinct baritone voice may be his most defining characteristic setting him apart most from other performers. “ My voice coach, Dennis Jesse (at LSU ), was an absolutely amaz ing singer and had a great way of verbaliz ing the more conceptual aspects of singing.

Many of the lessons I learned with him I employ in every performance. There was one class in particular that I think was the most valuable of all - Performance Craft. I t was taught by Patricia O’ Neill and it was all about getting rid of stage fright and being truly open and free while performing, ” Puská s said.

After two years at LSU Puská s returned to the Houston/ Galveston area and continued his music education at College of The Mainland (2010-2013), including voice lessons from Dr. James Heffel and guitar classes with John Keifer.

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With so many talents, Puská s hasn’ t always been the lead singer in the groups he’ s been a part of, and currently divides his time, vocal and lead guitar duties, between three projects, all of which perform in and around Galveston I sland, Clear Lake and Houston; The Bayou Gypsies, a 4-piece blues/ rock/ soul/ funk band doing mostly covers, I nDaSkies, a 6-piece original group playing what Puskus describes as “ cool, reggae fusion” and Anthony & the Hitmen, a mostly covers act Puská s said is “ a hired gun power trio I throw together whenever someone needs a band, but can’ t afford either of the other two.”

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I n the 4th or 5th-grade choir I had a solo singing a verse of the Billy Gillman song, “ One V oice” . I remember auditioning as kind of a joke, but afterward, my choir teacher, Mike Tuneberg, told me it was the most beautiful thing he’ d heard. He may have been simply encouraging a kid at the time, but I still remember almost 30 years later.

There was always music on in the house or car. Around 4th grade, my neighbor Michael and I would practice and choreograph little concerts to The Backstreet Boys and perform for our parents.

I n the early days it was a lot of pop and country, whatever my mom would listen to in the car. Around 5th grade, I discovered Metallica while watching a music awards show. When I asked my Dad if he had heard of them, he showed me his collection of all their albums, along with his and my stepmom’ s vast library of CDs. My first concert was Metallica, Linkin Park, Limp Biz kit, Deftones and Mudvayne. Some of my favorites from that time were Metallica, Linkin Park, Static-X , P.O.D., System of a Down, Children of Bodom, etc. My mom is the one that got me into Black Sabbath and Rob Z ombie. I ’ ve seen her and my aunt singing “ War Pigs” together more times than I can count!

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There’s so much I love about Galveston. It’s like, when you drive over the causeway, you’re entering another country. It has its own vibe and pace of living. It’s always an adventure and no two weekends on the island are the same.

AP: For vocals lately I ’ ve really been loving Eric Burton (Black Pumas), Josh Teskey (Teskey Brothers) and Marcus King. Anything with lots of soul behind it. I think that’ s where I tend to shine vocally. As far as guitar, I ’ ve always kind of had a short list of 5 people: Stevie Ray V aughan, Jimi Hendrix , Carlos Santana, Mark Knopfler, and Kirk Hammett. But lately, guys like Adrian Q uesada (Black Pumas), Marcus King, Cory Wong and Mark Lettieri (Fearless Flyers/ V ulfpeck), Max imillian Newman (Main Sq ueez e), and Henry Garz a (Los Lonely Boys).

I tend to pick songs that I really want to play, because they’ re fun. And when you have fun, the audience notices and will reciprocate that energy.

I ’ ve been blessed with parents who had very eclectic music collections, so my pool to choose music from is pretty wide. They’ ve actually recommended several of the songs I still play today. When I ’ m learning a song, I typically avoid trying to play it verbatim. I usually just learn the chords and the structure, and then I will hardly listen to the song again. Sometimes it’ s fairly close, but other times you don’ t realiz e what song I ’ m playing until the chorus. I just try to make it my own and have fun with it.

I hesitate to call myself a songwriter, or really participate in singer-songwriter nights. I do have a couple original songs that I will perform occasionally in my solo acoustic shows, but that’ s about it. For the songs I have written, my process is very much the same as it was in school.

Pressure, and cramming in one night!

AP: The Social Media aspect. I f you want to remain relevant and engaged with your fans, you have to constantly deal with all the different accounts and marketing, be on top of all the administration; booking, scheduling rehearsals, finding subs, dealing with band drama, traveling, eq uipment management, etc. I can see why people pay managers, PR companies and roadies! None of it has been made easier with a new child though I ’ m q uite fortunate to be in a position to still be able to work full time, take care of the baby, get to rehearsals and performances, and still deal with everything mentioned above. My wife, Andrea, is the only reason I ’ m able to do what I do. She supports me so much and makes sure I ’ m not living in sq ualor while I concentrate on everything else. I am a very lucky man.

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Hands down it’ s performing. One thing I heard a long time ago and have repeated many times, usually while loading eq uipment, is “ This is the stuff I ’ m getting paid for, I play for free! ” There are very few ex periences in life that rival the feeling of holding an audience’ s attention in the palm of your hand while you take them on a journey. Or, those spontaneous blips that happen when a band is really in sync with each other.

There’ s so much I love about Galveston. When you drive over the causeway, it’ s like you’ re entering another country. I t has its own vibe and pace of living. I t’ s always an adventure and no two weekends on the island are the same. I ’ ve played big shows at Lone Star Rally at Saengerfest Park and Beach Central, Pleasure Pier, and East Beach. Little gigs at bars like Silver Spot Saloon, Contenders, Bubba’ s, Sharky’ s, and Drunken Monkeyz . One of the cool things about Galveston is that it’ s a tourist destination, especially with the cruise ships docking. Y ou have a steady stream of fresh ears coming by while you’ re playing so your music can potentially have a pretty huge reach. I ’ ve had so many people come up after they watched a set and tell me, “ We heard you from 3 or 4 blocks away and we had to come watch! ” That’ s the kind of stuff I live for. I f I can make someone change their destination and follow my voice through the streets, I feel like I ’ m doing something right.

AP: To continue developing original music. We are working on new material with I nDaSkies at the moment so there should be some new stuff coming out soon! My main goal is to keep a balance between music and family. My daughter is the most important thing in my life right now, so while my priorities have shifted, my passion is still very much alive. There definitely has been, and will be, some compromise and perhaps a small amount of cutting back on gigs. But that will just give me more energy to put into the remaining dates!

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The

Experienced Fishing Advice To Make Fishing Great Again

Serious Tackle Box With Chris Gonzales

The Diamond Jig

T

he Diamond Jig is a versatile old standby that’ s been around

Diamond Jig For Rigs

for many decades. Of the many imposters in the tackle industry, they are one of the most adaptable. Their flash and

baitfish shape along with strike-triggering vibration has a look and sensory signal that calls predators in. I started using Diamond Jigs in 1991 at the suggestion of Captain Johnny Williams while fishing

Nickel Finish 4 to 16 oz .

for blackfin tuna on the party boat Tex sun I I . My hookup and catch rate went up dramatically over the normal use of cigar minnows, soon after they were commonplace on these overnight trips out of Galveston.

Optional SPRO 230# Swivel, 185# Split Ring

Just as a matter of history the first ones used had “ cut eye” treble hooks on them and they occasionally broke at the eye. After a few of those break-offs by others and myself, I came up with a solution that eliminated the problem. The original treble hooks were replaced with similar-siz ed, 3X strong 7794-B Mustad attached to the Diamond Jig body with a siz e 8 Rosco split ring. I n 1995, I suggested heavy-duty split rings. A year or so later, coincidently, the Bead Company started making a Diamond Jig with this hook/ split ring combination. I t was, and still is, called Diamond Jig-For-Rigs

by Bead. I guess the solution was also obvious to others.

they have a nickel finish that is more durable and has greater flash than Diamond or similar jigs by other manufacturers. Those “ others” out there include those by AHI . They come in an assortment of colors and finishes including chrome, blue chrome, and glow. They also have split ring attached treble hooks - 4-to-16-ounce siz es are the most widely used.

your mono main line or leader. Wire leaders of 10 to 12 inches are a good choice when targeting toothy species such as kingfish or

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in fishing for blackfin and yellowfin tuna. Siz es on these two in particular range from small to say seventy pounds or so, casting or spin tackle capable of putting up 20 to 25 pounds of drag and having a capacity of fishing at night the norm is to cast to the outer edge of the light from the boat or platform and let the Diamond Jig sink, either vertically free spool or a reel in gear, arc sink. Tuna on the edge of the darkness and below can sense the jig’ s vibrations through their lateral line, see its silhouette or flash, and home in on the target...your Diamond Jig. Any tick, slack, or anything out of the normal req uires a q uick tightening of any slack and a hard hook-setting rod sweep. Y ou can bet that you’ re not on the bottom as this overnight tuna fishing is generally done in

Speaking of used, getting them ready simply req uires tying on

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The majority of the use I ’ ve seen and done with Diamond Jigs has been

holding 300 yards of 65-to-80-pound braid will do the job. When tuna

Many times, the Diamond Jigs are referred to as “ chrome” . Actually,

wahoo.

Heavy Duty Split Ring Holding Solid - Eyed Mustad, Owner, BKK, or V MC Hook

thousands of feet of water. Any slack is probably a tuna trying to eat your Diamond Jig. I t’ s likely in a tuna’ s mouth and it’ s swimming toward you, a second or so and the tuna will spit the Diamond Jig, wind tight, and hang on for a strong run.

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While casting to the edge of the light was mentioned, vertical jig-

About five years ago, just before sunset while on our first drift,

ging from 50 to 400 feet is when many tuna are hooked. Speaking

at a deep-water platform, a guy had a hit, hookup, and big run. I t

of hooked, helping a tuna to see your Diamond Jig comes with a

was a blue marlin estimated at 400 pounds, it jumped once and

couple of things to do. Keep your jigs finish clean; Wipe them off

pulled the hook! ... Now that’ s versatility and luck.

occasionally to retain all of its reflectability or glow. Glow finishes can be activated by holding them nex t to one of the powerful,

Other lures have their history, reputations, and followers, like the

overhead tuna lights, with an LED flashlight, or q uicker and bright-

spoon, but the Diamond Jig is a hard-to-beat piece of fishing his-

er with an ultraviolet flashlight. These U V lights are available at

tory with its successful hookups and gaffing. Fishing with a flash,

hardware and computer stores ... they are worth the money.

get your Diamond Jigs trend on and hooked up.

Once at depth or anytime while on the sink you can start a strike-inducing retrieve which could be straight up or back as fast as you can wind or with big or small rod upsweeps, stops, and drops. As with any lure fishing, it’ s a matter of finding what the

I f you have any q uestions, stop by Serious Tackle or email me at

tuna want, if your retrieve isn’ t working watch and ask those who are having success.

While tuna have been the species mentioned to this point others from near the surface to deep bottom will try to eat a Diamond Jig. I have caught or seen others catch kingfish, groupers, amberjack,

Chris Gonz ales Owner - Serious Tackle

snappers, ling, and dolphin on Diamond Jigs. I f it eats live fish, it will eat a Diamond Jig, believe it.

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Recipe Of The Month

VENISON, SPICY MUSHROOM GRAVY, AND MASHED GOLD TATERS Ingredients (2) 1/2” thick bone in venison round steaks 6 oz fresh baby Bella mushroom 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomato 8 oz can tomato sauce 32 oz box of beef broth 50/50 butter and oil to brown meat or lard Pinch of flour 2 bay leaves 4 tbsp TSS Rustic Rub wild game blend

bone in round steak smothered in a spicy fresh mushroom gravy and mashed gold taters is hard to beat any time of the year! TSS Rustic Rub wild game blend and TSS Tex as Chili Peq uin garlic salt teamed up on this flavorful, but simple, dish that’s a staple at my house and deer camp. The most important step is to brown the venison until ALL of the water and blood content is cooked out. It’s a techni ue I call “ forced reduction” and will demo in my nex t cooking video.

1 tsp TSS Texas Chili Pequin Ground mix peppercorns to taste

Brown the meat in oil on med-high until ALL of the water and blood cook out (may take up to 15 minutes).

Toss in a pinch of flour and grind some fresh mixed peppercorns on top, keep browning until the meat starts to stick. Add tomato sauce and let it pull into the Wild ill’s Store

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meat. Add all other ingredients, cover, and bring to a boil. Stir and reduce heat to medium and cook until fork tender stirring often. Remove the meat and return the broth to med-high heat and whisk in a flour hot water slurry to tighten the gravy. Return the meat to the gravy and remove from heat. Serve over mashed, buttered gold taters or rice.

ENJOY & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

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1. Kim Basinger

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20. Michelle Pfeiffer

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25. Jane Fonda

8. Diana Ross

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appy New Y ear Wavers - Y our Waves Bum hopes everyone enjoyed a wonderful Holiday Season. Y our Bum was very blessed. My family was in town and I also spent some q uality time with very close, long-time friends.

An evening of conversation revealed how there doesn’ t seem to be many television programs worth watching these days. That’s why we all have Netflix, I guess. We almost, to a person, lamented the fact that we liked the old-time television shows much better. As we had a few beverages, your Bum popped this q uestion to everyone: What are your all-time favorite television characters? They could be from any year or any era. Here is a list of the ones that were mentioned the most:

- No actor has ever captured a character like Knotts did with Barney Fife. To this day, some overz ealous small-town deputies are referred to as Barney Fife. The show can still be seen in reruns.

- J.R. Ewing, the villain you loved to hate. President and CEO of Ewing Oil, his dirty business deals were the show’ s trademark. Y ou had to love how J.R. got the best of everyone each time. The J.R. character was the only one to have appeared in every episode.

- Comedian Redd Fox was terrific in this popular series. His arguments with Aunt Ester are television classics.

Y ou had to love his fake heart attacks when he was stressed.

Puts his hand across his chest and says, “ This is the big one, Eliz abeth I ’ m coming to join ya, honey.”

- (Voted in by our Waves Readers.) Red is a conservative Navy veteran. Despite his mean exterior, he also has a soft side. Red’s hobbies included working with power tools and drinking beer. Smith has said that he modeled his performance after his relationship with his stepdad, who died shortly before the pilot was filmed.

- Lucille Ball was one of the most talented performers to appear on television. I Love Lucy was the first show ever to feature an ensemble cast. Lucy, Ricky, Ethel, and Fred were all terrific. I Love Lucy was the first show to be shot in front of a live audience. It was also the first show to end it’s run at the top of the Nielson ratings.

- Motorcycle riding Fonz ie, with his leather jacket, typified the essence of cool. Snaps his fingers and here come the pretty girls. Although not originally written that way, he became the star of the show. Only two characters, Winkler & Howard Cunningham, appeared in all 255 episodes.

- A unanimous pick. Al Bundy is hilarious with his one-liners and comebacks. I t was the longest-lasting live-action sitcom on Fox and the first to be broadcast in the network’ s primetime slot.

- A favorite of your Bum’ s.

Cranston, the cast, the writing and storyline are fantastic. Walter White is a meek, depressed high school chemistry teacher diagnosed with cancer who desperately wants to find a way to provide financially for his family after he passes away. Walter transforms into a treacherous, meth manufacturing drug kingpin worth millions of dollars with some deep, dark secrets.

- A character your Bum can sure relate to. Beer drinking Norm delivered one of your Bums all-time favorite lines: I t’ s a dog-eat-dog world, and I ’ m wearing Milkbone underwear. Sometimes you just want to go Where Everybody Knows Y our Name.

A top-rated show with a fantastic cast. Alan Alda starred as “ Hawkeye” Piece from Crabapple Cove, Maine. He was given the nickname “ Hawkeye” by his father, taken from the name of a character in the novel The Last Of The Mohicans. A surgeon who q uestioned why the Korean War existed. One of the greatest characters ever in a show that is among the highest-rated in television history.

- Created by the great Norman Lear. Fantastic acting and terrific scripts. Also featured the unforgettable theme song, Those Were The Days.

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F ak e Handicapped Parking Placards

t seems like a daily occurrence. I n almost any parking lot we may be in, we witness someone who has parked in a handicapped or disabled parking place that is obviously not handicapped. I n fact, some people that are parked there almost run towards the store to beat us to the door. We really noticed this during the 2023 holiday shopping season.

Tex as House Bill 3095 has simplified enforcement and has increased the fines for illegally parking in handicapped parking spaces from $ 250 minimum to $ 500 max imum, to a minimum of $ 500 and a max imum of

Let’ s all band together and stop this widespread practice. When we see

$ 750. With each offense, the fines increase and community service is

someone who is parked in a handicapped parking place illegally, let’ s

added.

report them! Let’ s keep the handicapped parking places open for the people who really need and deserve them.

Parking in a handicapped parking place when you are not handicapped is disgraceful. People that use someone else’ s disabled parking placard are just plain horrible human beings. We have even discovered that a person can go online and buy a fake parking placard on several different websites. How disgusting of a person would you have to be to do something like that?

Handicapped parking places ex ist because there is a real need for them. Respect our fellow citiz ens that really need to utiliz e these parking places.

Do we like it when people park in handicapped parking places when they are totally healthy? Do we like that they are so inconsiderate that they don’ t care about anyone but themselves?

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JUST KIDDING FRIDAY (JK)

$1 off well drinks. $2 off draft beer. $5 Crown Royal

$5 Jameson. $6 Kettle One. $4 Frireball.

TEXAS TUESDAY

SATUR-YAY!

$1 off anything made in Texas

$4 Purple Gatorade $4 Woo Woo Shots

WHISKEY & WINE WEDNESDAY

SUNDAY FUNDAY

$1 off any Whiskey. $2 off any wine. -Free Pool-

$5 House Bloody Mary. $5 Mimosa. .50 off all Draft Beer

THIRSTY THURSDAY $1 off all Tequila. $5 house ritas & Tequila sunrises

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eflections by: John & Kathy V alastro

N e w Ye ar’s Resolut i on 2024 “Ok my island friends - it’s a new year and time to get moving!”

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his is probably not what you want to hear after a New Y ear’ s Eve There are so many ways to be kind and charitable. I t’ s not always

celebration of ex cess food and drink! U gh! ! !

about giving money. Have you heard the phrase, “ Let me give of my

Every year we attempt New Y ear’ s Resolutions because that’ s what

time, talent, and treasure” ? Almost everyone thinks of money when you

people do. I ’ m guessing about 99%

mention treasure, but one of the greatest treasures we all possess is

fail. Why? Because it’ s nearly

impossible to stick to a resolution, especially the most common ones,

“ Love” . When you give love freely you can help everyone you know and

like eating better, losing weight, and stopping smoking.

even ones you don’ t. Many people have a lot of money and aren’ t happy while others who have little, always have a smile. I f you have love,

Have you ever wondered why it is so difficult? Y ou have to realiz e you

you have a kind heart and those two combinations lend themselves to

are trying to change a behavior that took years to develop and you are

charity that can change the world.

trying to change everything on January 1st.

So, you possess something that everyone envies or desires. Are you U sually, resolutions cost money that most of us don’ t have, espe-

willing to make a New Y ear’ s Resolution that can help change the

cially around the new year. So, let’ s think about a resolution that can

world?

change you, change the world and it’ s absolutely free. Most of all, it’ s something you can be successful at and do 365 days a year, if you

I t’ s free, it’ s healthy, and it’ s contagious. I t’ s something you can renew

choose to do it. Now, I didn’ t say it would be easy, but even if you fail

every year and every day, and it never gets old.

one day or multiple days, you can get right back to keeping your New Y ear’ s resolution because failing is just a misstep, not a total, “ oh well

Let’s begin 2024 with a simple prayer:

I messed up, so I q uit” .

Kindness, Charity & Love..... a Perspective:

Lord Jesus, your love knows no bounds and you give without measure. All that I have comes from you. May I give freely and generously in gratitude for all you have given to me. Take my life and all that I possess - my gifts, talents, time, and resources - and use them as you see fit for your glory. Amen

What is true kindness and charity? I believe it is that which comes from

“To my island friends, I hope you have a great 2024!”

How about a New Y ear’ s resolution that says: I ’ m going to be kind and charitable - these two things are an act of “ love” . The greatest thing about this resolution is it’ s absolutely “ free to give” . Plus you can give it to your family, friends, and even total strangers.

the heart. I t feels right, there is a real sense of peace, no reward or “Regardless of your New Year’s Resolution, I hope you find love,

recognition, there is pure joy and satisfaction.

health, and peace in 2024”.

Kindness is a selfless act. One of the major positive effects of charity is simply feeling good about giving. Being able to give back to those in need will help you achieve a greater sense of personal satisfaction and growth. Simply put, “ it feels good to help others” .

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