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ET Corner W o l v e s to Chihuahuas:

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The Domestication of Dogs

round fourteen thousand years ago primitive humans started a relationship with wolves that ultimately led to their domestication and eventually around four hundred

breeds of the dogs we love today. We will never know whether wolves

second phase of canine domestication as a period of time in

started hanging out near human settlements for meat scraps and

which selection for appearance and specific function occurred.

over time developed a mutually beneficial relationship and trust. Or

As dogs dispersed over the entire world and into different

perhaps people took in orphaned wolf pups that decided to stay with

environments, their appearances and how they were used

their adoptive parents, grew up, and then had their own pups that over

changed dramatically. Over the last five hundred years about

generations became what is known as the Primary Dog.

four hundred breeds of dogs appeared and from all parts inhabited by humans. Terriers designed to kill rodents thus

The Primary Dog is considered the first phase of domestication. The

protecting grain stores. Giant mastiffs to guard the palaces of

animal was probably a forty-to-fifty-pound generic canine that looked

royalty. Russian wolf hounds used to track down wild boar and

a bit like a wolf and German Shepherd. These dogs were not only

deer. Many breeds were created just to be cute companions

companions to humans but also helped in tracking game, assisting in the

like King Charles Cavalier spaniels and Chihuahuas. It is

kill, and guarding the settlements

astonishing to me the power that intentional selective breeding

against animal predators like

has had to create so many breeds of dogs in such a short

bears. It is very likely that breeding

period.

selection for tameness was important at this stage to create

Selective breeding practices on our farms have created cattle

a more obedient and trustworthy

that make more milk, muscular pigs that grow quickly, and

animal. This relationship continued

chickens that lay more eggs. However, sometimes our good

for thousands of years with new

intentions can backfire. Extreme selection for appearance

physical and behavioral traits

comes at a cost and often produces bad outcomes. A good

emerging that were less wolf-like

example today would be the health problems common in some

and more like the dogs we know

of today’s bulldog breeds. Selecting for large heads and flat

today.

faces has resulted in several genetically linked anatomical problems. Narrow nostrils, excessively long soft palates, and

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Lassie can lead Timmy’s parents to another well that Timmy fell

the old standards set for these breeds when they were first

into. Am I aging myself?

developed would result in less extreme features and more functional pets.

For a change, humans messed with Mother Nature and something good happened.

I think the road to domestication has been a remarkable journey for dogs and a great benefit for human society. They live comfortably in our homes as important members of our families. Our dogs adore us and would follow us to the end of the earth. We have learned they possess magical skills. Their amazing sense of smell can alert their diabetic owner that their blood sugar is too low. They can detect and alert a parent that their child is ready to have a seizure. They are smart enough to

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Dealing With A One-Upper

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one who always must be bigger and better than everyone else. A one-upper is someone who will constantly “one-up” anything anyone says by telling a more impressive or exaggerated story of their own. A one-upper is a type of toxic personality who always wants to feel superior to you in all forms. Strangely,

NO! WE DON’T LIKE THAT!

this even includes being in misery.

Tell a one-upper that you just had serious knee surgery and before you can

One-uppers are just plain miserable to be around. So miserable that we

even take a breath, they will tell you how they fell off of a two-story building,

almost expect when we are watching television, a lawyer commercial will

were in a coma for 17 days, and had 24 surgeries before they miraculously

come on saying: “If you or a loved one has had prolonged interaction with a

recovered. A regular human would never have survived.

one-upper, you may be entitled to financial compensation.”

Tell a one-upper how your child was just accepted to the University of Missouri to study journalism. They will respond that their child graduated from Harvard summa cum laude. This was before they won the Pulitzer Prize while writing for the New York Times.

Tell a one-upper that you are so proud of your grandson who just made the all-star team in Little League baseball. The one-upper will have a grandson who was the number one draft pick right out of high school by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Of course, he is now their starting shortstop and batting cleanup.

We think you get our drift by now. One-uppers are some of the least pleasant people to know.

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T H What is the weight of air?

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Which document was signed on September 17,1787?

A. Bill of Rights B. Constitution C. Declaration of Independence

Determine the type of sentence: Mount Everest is the tallest mountain.

A. Imperative B. Declarative C. Interrogative

Which word is NOT an adjective?

A. Fries B. Frozen C. Perky D. Sly

How many ounces are in 6 pounds?

A. 72 Ounces B. 60 Ounces C. 96 Ounces D. 48 Ounces

Which is NOT one of the Great Lakes?

A. Alberta B. Huron C. Michigan D. Ontario E. Superior

Who was the 12th President of the United States?

A. Barack Obama B. George Washington C. Abraham Lincoln D. Zachary Taylor

In the northern hemisphere, in what month is the autumnal equinox?

A. August B. September C. October D. November

A _________ map uses coutour lines to show the elevation, relief, and slope of an area.

A. Latitude B. Longitude C. Topographic D. Elevation

Identify the part of speech for the underlined word: The man swam across the lake to the other side.

A. Verb B. Noun C. Conjunction D. Prepostion

Which of these planets is closest to the sun?

A. The Earth B. Mars C. Saturn D. Venus

In which continent does Germany exists?

A. Europe B. Asia C. Antarctica D. None of above.

Which is the tallest mountain in the entire world?

A. Nanga Parbat B. Kanchenjunga C. Mount Everest D. K2

What do the letters CPU stand for?

A. Computer process unit B. Central puter unit C. Computer personal unit D. Central processing unit

Under the Feudal System, A King: A. Owned no land B. Owned some of the land C. Owned all of the land D. Owned nothing

G R A D E

The product of photosynthesis are: A.Carbon dioxide & water B. Oxygen and glucose D. ATP and water

The non cash exchange of goods and services is known as: A. Exchanging B. Bartering C. Swapping

What is the study that deals with dead and buried matters?

A. Archaeology B. Anthropology C. Genetics D. History

The nervous system and which other system work together for coordination?

A. Digestive B. Circular C. Endocrine

What is early stone age?

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Jan & Dean Hi Jan & Dean, My husband and I both read your column every month so I know he will see your answer. My problem is about our family vacation plans this summer. My husband Dan and I have 3 children. They are ages 4, 7, and 11. I feel like Clark Griswold in that I want to have a nice family vacation

Hi Diana - My answer is going to be different

this year. I want all 5 of us to take a trip to Disney World. I know the kids would love it and remember it forever.

than Jan’s. I do believe that couples should get away by themselves for some fun alone time periodically. However,

Dan is telling me that kind of trip is a hard no! He wants no part of it.

nowhere in your question did I get a feeling that you desired

He wants to send our children to a summer camp while we take an

that with your husband. Therefore, I am going to provide you with a possi-

all-inclusive vacation going to Cabo San Lucas. He wants sand, surf,

ble compromise. Think about taking a cruise on one of the many beautiful

sunsets, and alcohol. He says we are with the kids 52 weeks a year and

cruise ships that leave from the port right here in Galveston. Cruise lines

he would rather have a week away from them to relax and unwind.

provide great activities for children and young teens. You have Kids Club, Teen Zone, and tons of onboard activities for them to enjoy.

This is causing us a serious problem. We are both dug in, and I don’t see a compromise in sight. I don’t see any solution forthcoming. Please

You will get to travel to locations that have beautiful beaches where Dan

help me with this sad situation, Jan & Dean. I really want a wholesome

can enjoy the sun, sand, and alcohol like he wants. You and your family

family vacation for all of us.

will get to experience countries like Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Belize,

Diana Wants Disney World.

Diana - This is truly an important issue for many families with

Roatan, and Cozumel. A great learning experience for everyone that will provide lasting memories.

I hope everything works out for you.

children. I feel that traveling with family is one of the most rewarding and unique experiences you can ever have. It strengthens the family bond and makes each member appreciate the little things in life.

Plus, kids who travel learn way beyond what they learn in school.

Research shows that kids who travel are well-rounded.

I have heard it said that to be in your children’s memories tomorrow, you have to be in their lives today. What better way to do that than when you are all together traveling? I don’t think anyone ever looks back after the kids are grown and gone and thinks, “You know, I spent too much time with my kids.”

Bottom line, Diana: I ASPIRE to INSPIRE you to REQUIRE Dan to include the kids for this family vacation while they are at the ages they are now. You two will have plenty of time for romantic vacays when you are in your empty nest days. And watch out...you will blink, and those days will be here!

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Shaye Henderson, BSN, M.Ed., M.S., Instructor a t B e n t O n H e a l t h y L i v i n g We l l n e s s C e n t e r, 2910 53rd Street, Galveston

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Bravo for Breathwork have been on a three-year mission to learn ways to relax and control my stress. And just like Dorothy, the search for the magic potion has been inside me all along, right under my nose—well,

actually right at my nose – through my respiratory system and breathing.

But first, a short anatomy overview…I love these! We take about 20,000 breaths daily, or about 7.5 million breaths yearly. The primary role of breathing is to absorb oxygen and expel carbon dioxide through the movement of the lungs. The muscle workhorse of the respiratory system is the diaphragm. The diaphragm is both somatic and automatic, meaning you can control it voluntarily, but when you need it to, it will soldier on no matter if you consciously control it. It was designed with very few sensory nerves for good reason. Imagine how maddening it would be to feel your diaphragm contracting and relaxing more than 20,000 times a day.

the mind and body. When you breathe deeply, it sends a message to your brain to calm down and relax. The brain then sends this message to your body.

If you’re dealing with high levels of stress or anxiety, several types

When a person is under stress, their breathing pattern changes.

Typically, an anxious person takes small, shallow breaths, using their shoulders rather than their diaphragm to move air in and out of

of breathing techniques may help you feel calmer and more relaxed.

All you need is a quiet space where you can pay attention to your breathing.

their lungs. This style of breathing disrupts the balance of gases in

Here are a few ideas to get started:

the body, and shallow over-breathing, or hyperventilation, can prolong feelings of anxiety by making the physical symptoms of stress worse. Controlling your breathing can help to improve some of these symptoms.

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Breathing exercises, or breathwork, are when we intentionally con-

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Begin with just five minutes daily and increase your time as the

Schedule set times or practice conscious breathing as you feel the need.

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Beginner?

Overwhelmed?

The simplest breathing technique is to count your breaths. Start by

Try alternate nostril breathing. This ancient yogic form of breathing

counting one on the slow inhale through the nose, then exhale, two

is called Nadi Shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing. It is said

on the next inhale, then exhale, and so on for five breath cycles.

to balance the left and right hemispheres in the brain and create a

Breathe using an app like Insight Timer, which offers guided tracks.

peaceful state of mind. This exercise is best done sitting upright, with

You can also set a timer or count the number of breathing cycles on

a long spine and relaxed shoulders. Take the right thumb and close the

your fingers.

right nostril, inhale slowly and fully through the left nostril, then pause.

Use the right ring finger to close off the left nostril. Then, release the Racing mind?

thumb and exhale through the right nostril. Pause. Leave your fingers

Lengthen each exhale. Making your exhales

exactly where they are, breathe in through the right nostril, then

longer than your inhales slows down both your

pause. Use the right thumb to close off the right nostril. Then, release

heart rate and thoughts. Breathe in slowly through

the right ring finger and exhale through the left nostril. Pause. That’s

the nose to the count of three, then exhale

one complete count. Repeat for five cycles.

through the mouth to the count of six. If three and six breaths are too long, try two and four breaths. If you want to

You can try these breathwork exercises right away. Take the time to

extend the exhale longer, try four and eight breaths.

experiment with different types of breathing techniques. Dedicate a certain amount of time a few times per day, and just like Dorothy, you

Anxious?

may find you have had the power to relax and destress all along. And

Try 4-7-8 Breathing. This breathing exercise acts as a natural

might I add, you look marvelous in those ruby slippers!

tranquilizer for the nervous system. At first, it’s best to perform the exercise seated with your back straight. Once you become more familiar with it, however, you can perform it while lying in bed. Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose to a mental count of four. Hold your breath for a count of seven. Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound to a count of eight.

Need to focus?

Try box breathing. For this breathing exercise, it might be helpful to imagine a box and its four equal sides. See it? This visualization will help you breathe and hold your breath for the same number of counts while you trace one corner to the next in your mind, all the way around the box. Take slow, deep breaths: Inhale through the nose for four, hold the breath for four, exhale through the mouth for four, and hold the breath for four before you inhale again.

Shaye Henderson

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intraoperative monitoring company that

grinding and that she had not had plastic

served the surgical community at the TMC

surgery as the tabloids reported.

In a matter of just a few months, I have seen a very noticeable softening of the jaw angle

(Texas Medical Center) for over 17 years.

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

in clients I have treated for tooth grinding. I have even seen it in a member of my family who, not only lost her need for a night guard, but now found she could wake up in the morning without her jaw aching!

Botox is an excellent treatment choice for many people with bruxism, particularly those who find the use of nighttime mouthguards inconvenient and uncomfortable. If you or someone you know suffers from teeth grinding or teeth clenching, call to schedule a free consultation with me today. This summer, give yourself or a loved one the gift of ‘No more teeth grinding’!

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

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HOME & G A R D E N

Backyard Mosquito Control

“We will never eliminate mosquitos, but there are natural remedies to protect your backyard living space ” This time of year has us islanders thinking about one partic-

ular pest- the mosquito. There are a lot of wonderful things about living on the coast, but the prolificness of mosquitos is not one of them! Nothing we do will ever eliminate mosquitos for good, but there are several plants that we can use around our sitting areas and outdoor spaces that will help.

Peppermint Herb

Citronella Grass is a plant that grows in tropical regions. It will grow in our area. This clumping grass has a myriad of uses and repelling mosquitos is one of those. This isn’t a common plant so you will need to order it from an online source. As a companion plant in the garden, citronella grass can deter whiteflies and other pests that are confused by its strong lemony scent.

Lemon Verbena Herb

Wintergreen Herb

leaves to release the essential oils. The oils are what repels the mosquitos.

So, when you sit down on your swing, pinch a few leaves, and shake the plant good. When you smell the wonderful scents, you will know that the oils have been released.

When growing citronella grass, place it in a location where it can receive bright but filtered sunlight. It can scorch or wilt in areas with too much intense sun. Citronella grass prefers moist, loamy soil. It has high watering needs, so if grown in a container, water it every day. Citronella grass can be divided in spring. This is also a good time to give it an annual dose of nitrogen-rich fertilizer.

Now you may be thinking, “I bought citronella, but it wasn’t a grass.” What you bought was a citronella scented geranium. These are awesome plants for our area. They like a lot of water and will die if it freezes, but they are easy to grow. I grow these in containers and keep them around the porches and sitting areas.

Other herbs that have strong scents that will help keep the mosquitos at bay are: •

Cuban Oregano- beautiful foliage and drought tolerant.

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Lemon Verbena- gorgeous shrub with attractive foliage.

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Mints- any mint such as wintergreen, spearmint, or peppermint.

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Billy Joel is a sweet blue pitty mix who has been living in a hallway crate at the Galveston Island Humane Society since November 2023, making him one of their longest residents. Despite being fixed, vetted, and in good health, Billy Joel hasn’t been able to find his forever home yet. He is a mellow guy who enjoys napping and cuddling with his human friends. He gets along well with other dogs and is just looking for someone to love and care for him.

The Galveston Island Humane Society is always in need of volunteers, fosters, and adopters. By spending time with the shelter dogs, you can help them socialize and also promote their adoption. Becoming a foster parent or adopting a dog like Billy Joel can give them the mental and emotional break they need from shelter life. If you’re interested in fostering, please visit www.galvestonhumane.org/foster.

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Fun Facts Historical Galveston By: Thomas Waggoner

Killer Whales In Galveston

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Sea-Arama

The Park Map

Snake Kissing

Acrobatic Water Skiing

Sea-Arama Marine World

rowing up as a child on Galveston Island had its rewards!

One of my favorites was Sea-Arama! It was at 91st and

Seawall Boulevard. It was a chance to see, up close, Killer Whales, Alligators, Dolphins, Sharks, and tons of other marine life. At 8 years old, I was in heaven!

The Park Map

the snake charmer show. They were there to see Bobby Andre-

The Park Map shows just how big the park was. Acres and acres

sakis and his poisonous snake act as he worked with rattlesnakes

to explore! I remember holding my nose as you walked in be-

and cobras. Bobby kept his audiences on the edge of their seats.

cause the smell of chlorine was so strong. Fun Fact: There was

Fun Fact: For the big finale it was “The Kiss of Death”. It involved

a 200,000-gallon aquarium!

kissing a cobra on the head. (Bobby was once bitten by one of the rattlesnakes and rushed to the hospital making the local news.)

The Oceanarium What is an oceanarium? According to Webster’s dictionary, it is a

Mamuk the Killer Whale

large saltwater aquarium for the display and observation of fish

Who can forget Mamuk? He was a 13-foot, 2,300-pound Killer

and other marine life.

Whale from Washington state. Fun Fact: At the time, SeaWorld was only one of four amusement parks in the United States that

The centerpiece of the Sea-Arama complex was a 200,000-gal-

had a killer whale.

lon glass-walled oceanarium filled with exotic fish and turtles.

Visitors watched through 32 huge viewing ports below the

Acrobatic Water Skiing

surface of the water as ladies dressed as mermaids swam with

Every summer the first place my family wanted to go at Sea-Ar-

the residents and divers hand-fed eight stingrays, grant spotted

ama was the Acrobat water skiing event. Young men and women

groupers and sharks.

would be pulled behind a speeding boat and climb on top of each other’s shoulders! They also did spectacular jumps and intricate

The main tank was surrounded by a circular walkway, with tanks

crisscross patterns.

along its outer edge. Each tank held species from around the world, including the South American tank with piranhas, and the

Alligator wrestling

Texas exhibit with 27 varieties of native fish. Seals, Sea Lions,

Galveston audiences were fascinated with Sea-Arama’s ten

Turtles, and Flamingos, Sea-Arama had it all!

alligators and one crocodile. The alligator wrestlers would take on the 13-foot alligator believed to be the largest living alligator

Fun Fact: An 8-inch saltwater line ran through the Galveston

in captivity in Texas at the time. Ross Allen, President of the Na-

seawall about six feet below the surface of the boulevard, sup-

tional Crocodilian Society, was brought to Galveston in November

plying salt water to the 32 tanks.

of 1969 to train the personnel in the care, training, and handling

Snake Kissing

“Tarzan” films that starred Johnny Weissimiller.

of the alligators. Fun Fact: Allen worked as a stunt man in the Cobra’s and Rattlesnakes! I remember the audience would cringe with fear as the snake charmer slowly inched his way toward

The Animals All Had Names

each snake! The teenagers and parents were flocking straight for

The porpoises were Patty, Squeak, Lafitte, Al, Trace, Black,

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Collectibles And who can forget all the wonderful collectibles that you could purchase at Sea-Arama? Teapots, glasses, beer mugs and plates! I wanted my mom to purchase them all! Not everyone had one of the Sea-Arama charms. No charm bracelet could be complete without one. But perhaps here is the best part.Fun Fact: When you parked in their parking lot, there was a sign saying that if you don’t want a free Alligator wrestling

bumper sticker put on your car, then flip down one of your sun visors

Collectibles

in your car. My mom and dad missed seeing that sign, so we got a bumper sticker on our car when they didn’t want one. I was thrilled to get one!

The Book: Sea-Arama Marine world There is a book that highlights Sea-Arama written by author Tim Gould. Included in its pages are lots of memories and pictures. Be Collectibles

The Book: Sea-Arama Marine World

Sinbad, Kiko, Corky and Lucy. All thrilled the onlookers with leaps, putting out fires, high jumps through hoops, a singing show, and passing footballs to their handlers. Buzz was the giant sawfish, Egor the alligator gar. They even had electric eels! Fun Fact: Nemo

sure to check it out!

This has been a fun trip down memory lane. I hope you enjoyed it.

The history of Sea-Arama is fascinating! Enjoy the summer! Have fun on the island!

and Lil’ Nooka were 1,100-pound pilot whales purchased from San Diego’s SeaWorld in October 1969.

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Big B I TES by: Tom Valliere & Charlie Bresenhan

It was way back in October 2018 when we last visited

Organizing relief funding and leading efforts to support and feed

this popular island restaurant. A brief revisit in May 2020 described

displaced workers is a story that has only been partially told and is

the effects of the pandemic and actions taken by Mosquito Cafe and

relegated to our archives but will never be forgotten by this author

others to cope with the restrictions and assist affected workers.

or the many people who were aided by the efforts of the Galveston Restaurant Association and its member restaurants.

Many things have changed in that short time. The COVID pandemic was raging and there was uncertainty everywhere with forced clo-

Notwithstanding our long island history of change, the past four years

sures of island restaurants and public gatherings. Few people were

have seen continuing changes with a major expansion of the cruise

more affected than James Clark and his wife Sasha.

ship industry and a resurgence of tourism. With these many changes and the pandemic receding from our memories a revisit of this popu-

Owners and managers of this popular restaurant, James was also

lar award-winning restaurant is due and timely.

president of the Galveston Restaurant Association. In that role, he not only had to worry and manage the uncertainties with The Mos-

Anchoring the south end of the popular 14th Street restaurant cor-

quito Cafe and its sister operation Patty Cakes Bakery, but he was

ridor, the Mosquito Cafe and PattyCakes Bakery directly across the

also charged with managing the chaos the pandemic was causing the

street make this a popular and busy corner. On weekends, lines can

entire island food industry and assisting local restaurants and idled

form as tourists and residents gather for breakfast and brunch, but

employees through these uncharted waters.

the efficient counter-ordering process keeps things moving and the

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patio seating and upstairs expansion dining room accommodates the

flavor-infused offerings. The choices vary and are always delicious and

overflow crowds and larger parties. There is a reason this restaurant is

refreshing.

popular, and one visit is all it takes to understand why.

You take your number and find a table. Remember, this is a busy Their emphasis on freshness and quality paired with in-house baked

restaurant and is frequently crowded. In addition to the main dining

goods set them apart from most restaurants. The many healthy choices

room, there is a large outdoor space that is very popular, weather per-

make them popular with their affluent customers and the many health

mitting. If necessary, the upstairs dining will be open to accommodate

professionals from the nearby University of Texas Medical Branch’s

overflow crowds.

(UTMB)sprawling campus. The focus on healthy options extends to their kitchen and cooking techniques. There is no deep-fat fryer here

The dining room is bright, cheery, and crowded making for a festive,

so healthy and flavorful side dishes replace the ubiquitous French fries

fun, and surprisingly intimate environment. But the food is the real star

with creative and innovative fresh salads and Asian-inspired noodle

here.

dishes.

The breakfast menu features familiar meat and egg dishes, or you can Mosquito Cafe offers a large menu of Keto/gluten-free dishes as well

step it up a notch with some creative and unique dishes.

as numerous vegan options. You may substitute gluten-free bread, lettuce wrap, or corn tortillas for any of their sandwiches. Not just one

A house-made mimosa is a great start. At Mosquito, you can choose

or two items, their special diet menu offers breakfast dishes, sandwich-

from fresh squeezed orange juice, cranberry juice, and peach or man-

es, burgers, tacos, carnitas, and more. Vegan offerings include Thai

go nectars.

noodle dishes, veggie tacos, salads, and much more.

For a traditional breakfast with a twist, try the breakfast bowl. Roasted As you enter the restaurant you are directed to the service counter to

potatoes, sauteed fresh spinach, crumbled hickory smoked bacon,

place your order and gather your drinks. Menus are provided to guide

mozzarella, and two over-easy eggs on toast points.

your selections and a large blackboard advertises their daily specials and side dishes. The ordering process is fast and efficient. Your drinks

Mosquito Benedict takes that dish up a notch with sauteed shrimp,

are prepared - the Champagne mimosas are legendary - and you are

mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, asparagus, and

given an order number placard for your table. If you opt for iced tea as

poached eggs served atop a fresh scone baked in-house and topped

I often do, you can choose from freshly brewed traditional tea or other

with hollandaise sauce served with a fresh apple pecan salad. Wow!

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There is a crustless quiche with Italian sausage, Swiss cheese, bell

with fresh fruit.

peppers, potatoes, and sliced onions. Or try their version of shrimp grits and eggs - an island favorite and a benchmark dish for many.

I tend to skip past their burgers - not because they aren’t excellent -

The menu goes on with a selection of omelets, pancakes, French toast,

they are, but because I find their other offerings pique my curiosity and

and more. Child portions are offered making it budget-friendly for fami-

take me to a different sensory dimension.

lies. Menu items change frequently so these items may be replaced by variants.

Their Asian noodle dishes are my favorite. Angel hair pasta with mixed greens, pickled ginger, sweet peppers, shredded carrots, red cabbage,

Lunch brings another dimension of fine dining and considerable dishes

cilantro, and green onions tossed in a tamari sesame vinaigrette and

to choose from. They have an array of appetizers, soups, salads,

served cold topped with sliced grilled filet mignon, chicken, or shrimp.

sandwiches, burgers, pasta dishes, and much more. All of it is freshly

It is excellent. They infuse Asian flavors into many of their dishes.

prepared using fresh bread from their bakery, high-quality ingredients

Thai-inspired noodles are generally available as a side dish and their

including house-made dressings, farm fresh vegetables, artisan chees-

delicate peanut sauce enhances every dish.

es, and creative recipes and pairings. The entrees and sandwiches may sound familiar, but each is a custom-crafted creation assembled to

Homemade soups and their house-special turkey chili satisfy lighter

take even a humble turkey sandwich to a new dimension.

appetites while their many salads take their fresh greens to new levels with warm goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and

This is not a chain restaurant. It is locally owned and chef-driven. Their

figs.There is just so much here. This is a menu that needs to be stud-

sandwiches contain no wilted iceberg lettuce and processed orange

ied and systematically exploited over many visits.

cheese slices. Their turkey sandwich has melted brie, smoked and peppered bacon, grilled apples, green leaf lettuce and a garlic herb

Having a captive in-house bakery gives Mosquito a definite advantage

mayo all stacked high on a French baguette and served with fresh fruit.

with freshly baked artisan breads for their sandwiches and French

It is a huge and satisfying sandwich.

toast, delicate croissants, and a broad assortment of breakfast pastries to choose from. A convenient counter display makes take-home order-

Their turkey sandwich is delicious, but their chicken salad might be

ing easy.

even better. Fresh roasted chicken tossed with tarragon mayo, sour cream, toasted pecans, celery, sliced green apples, and green onions

History lives in this 1870’s building that has served as several venues -

with mixed greens and fresh tomatoes on a toasted croissant served

some colorful - over the years. Island-born and raised Sasha Clark and

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the family-owned PattyCakes bakery can possibly lay claim to being the oldest in Galveston as Sasha and her sister Karla are descendants of Henry Graugnard who was the last of the legendary G&G bakers of early Galveston.

This is a family-owned restaurant with deep community ties and a commitment to excellence. I hope you stop by and learn why their motto “One bite is all it takes” rings so true.

Currently open only for breakfast and lunch, the dining room is available for private functions outside business hours. The upstairs dining room may be reserved for large groups or private breakfast or lunch events. See their website for details.

Traffic and parking are problematic in a city that predates automobiles and busy 14th Street is no exception. Fortunately, Mosquito has dedicated street parking and a private lot that can accommodate many of its customers.

Handicapped accessibility is good. There is pet-friendly outdoor patio seating.

Hours Of Operation:

Mosquito Cafe

Daily 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

628 14th Street

Closed Monday

Galveston, Texas 77550 (409) 763-1010 www.mosquitocafe.com

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May Featured Dishes

NEW WAVES FEATURE Introducing the latest feature of Waves Galveston! At Waves, we have a passion for food and we love to try out diverse cuisines from various culinary experts.

Moving forward, we will be sharing with you some of the best menu items from our favorite island restaurants each month, along with detailed descriptions and specials. Stay tuned to explore new flavors with us!

The Waves Dining Section Team

Mosquito Benedict

New Prime Rib Special

A house baked savory scone covered with sautéed shrimp, mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, asparagus and poached eggs topped with hollandaise sauce served with a breakfast side.

Join us at Saltwater Grill every Wednesday and indulge in our NEW Prime Rib Special - served with house au-jus, mashed potatoes, and buttered broccoli. Pair your meal with our 1/2 price select bottles of wine - only on Wednesdays!

Mosquito Cafe - 628 14th Street

Smoked Fish Charcuterie Board

Lamb And Sea

A mixed charcuterie of cherry & applewood shaved cured Amberjack & smoked fish dip served w/ andouille sausage, lemon herb cream cheese, brie w/ mint sauce, fontina cheese, dried fruit, roasted pecans, assorted mini bagels & toast, capers, & shaved onions.

American Red Snapper in crab hollandaise with 3 grilled lamb chops on mint sauce. Served with seafood stuffed mirliton, asparagus and mashed potatoes. Culinary Heaven!

Katie’s Seafood - 2000 Wharf Rd

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Saltwater Grill - 2017 Postoffice Street

Texas Redfish with Shrimp Scampi Redfish filet covered with a generous helping of creamy shrimp scampi and angel hair pasta. Served with seasonal veggies.

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By: Paul Hager

COM’S HOOEY-HAHS & FOOFARAWS GARNERS GREAT GUFFAWS As I’ve mentioned, doing research for background on a world premiere theatrical production can be a bit daunting. Fortunately, H. Russ Brown - artistic director of COM’s Theatre Department and author of HOOEY-HAHS & FOOFARAWS: The Compleat Button Man’s Picket Fence Party Planner subtitled An unnecessarily long-titled new farce by H. Russ Brown has once again provided me with a wealth of information:

The sleepy little hamlet of Battue Haven, MN, is an idyllic suburban postcard of picket fences, manicured lawns, and Midwestern nice. At least it IS until, suddenly, with a literal Bada-bing-bada-BOOM!!... What starts as a simple cookout with the neighbors quickly explodes into a hilarious all-out rough-and-tumble tizzy of chaotic complications, esoteric entrées, and highbrow hoodlums on Pallduva Lane!

words around in my mind trying to create the perfectly pithy phrase or clever through the story, and then go back and use my edits to hone and refine.

After I have what I hope is a good solid draft of it, I like to have a reading with actors to hear it out loud to see if it flows the way I envision it. For HOOEY-HAHS & FOOFARAWS, I had a reading this past Fall with my COM Theatre majors and from that made some major rewrites.”

REHEARSALS - “Rehearsal, as is usually the case with a farce, has been a major dialects, wild wordplay, and highly physical and extended slapstick sequences. It’s

The IDEA - “The initial seed was when I saw a New York Times article about a mob enforcer/hitman showing up to the wrong house and getting more than they bargained for - so that set the wheels turning!! Farce is all about setting up a series of expectations and then obliterating them while the characters scramble to adapt - then hilarity ensues!”

PROCESS - “When I write farce I start with the basic seed of an idea, such as “What if two hitmen showed up to the WRONG Witness Protection house?” and then I start listing all the possible combinations of entanglements and repercussions that could cause. From that, I create a list of the possible characters who would be involved in the basic scenario and what their stakes in the situation would be. Once I know who my characters are, I flesh out who they are and what their relationship to one another might be and I usually create for each character a “quirk”... What is their THING?? OR what are their unique VALUES?? For example in this one, I’ve got one character who is a major “foodie” - into exotic spices and pretentious dishes. I’ve got another character who is always firing off puns as a way to relieve tension. My character quirks help me guide how the characters move, feel, and react to given moments in the piece.

been a major challenge for these incredibly talented, young artists.”

THE RESULT - “I’m very pleased with how it all turned out!! Last night’s opening crowd was all in! The cast had to do SO MUCH holding for laughs and enthusiastically leaped to their feet at curtain call… howling their approval!!”

Here’s the plot in the smallest nutshell I can come up with: At rise, we meet the self-described ‘typical Midwestern family’ consisting of Mo and Jo Johansson [Mario Sweeney, Audra Klinger] who speak with suspiciously “Soporano-esque’ accents, and their social media-obsessed daughter Win [Rieley Bowers]. As they prepare for a cookout with their VERY Minnesotan ‘dontcha know’ neighbors Kris Hemlig [Angel Purl] and Stef Hemlig [Sisters? An LGBTQ+ married couple???], packages are delivered by a ‘veddy British’ expressman [Justin Taylor]. It is discovered that one of the packages is actually addressed to and intended for Esther Erk [Dianna Peoples Nelson], another nearby neighbor, and daughter Win is dispatched to take it to her. Moments later, the Johansson’s house is rocked by a massive explosion occurring nearby and its inhabitants look out the window in horror to see Esther’s house engulfed in flames. After it

Then I build a thru-line - a literal flow chart - of how we introduce the world and its primary players, how we introduce the catalyst that disrupts it, and then all the

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find it slows my writing down. Rather than sit there and go round and round rolling

challenge for this one with its high energy, breakneck pace, numerous conflicting

And now, how the creator creates:

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that need to be hit on my thru line. I don’t always go for the PERFECT line as I

turn before I put it down on paper, I just basically “vomit” words on the page, get

First, a synopsis of the show from the theatre’s Facebook page:

steps along to the climax and how it all comes to resolve itself.

Once I have that thru line/flow chart, I just start writing and checking off the things

is determined that daughter Win is safe, and, through her, that Esther was not at home, the expressman returns and, at first, is seemingly dazed by his proximity to the explosion but then reveals he is actually [dum-dum-DUM!] a hired assassin code-named Gimlet contracted to ‘rub out’ the Johanssons as THEY have actually

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[dum-dum-dum-DUM!] been relocated to Battue Haven, Minnesota as part of the Witness Protection Program after they ‘cooked the books’ and testified against a heinous underworld boss. He brings in his accomplice [Zariah Crowder] code-

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HOOEY-HAHS & FOOFARAWS: The Compleat Button Man’s Picket

named Woo-Woo [don’t ask!], who is hard of hearing due either to the explosion

Fence Party Planner - An Unnecessarily Long-titled New Farce - By H.

or a personal malady which causes her general befuddlement and to spout none

Russ Brown - April 18 – May 5, 2024 - 7:00 PM

too few malapropisms. Hmmm…Have I missed anything? Oh, let’s not forget FBI THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE

Agent Peeler [Karlee Chapman] who enters and drops dead that we later learn is half of a set of twins whose counterpart is still very much alive.

And there you have it - elements of absurdity, ridiculous situations, physical/slap-

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Galveston Symphony Orchestra in May -Masterworks V - May 5, 2024 4:00 PM

stick humor, and stereotypical characters - all the necessary ingredients required for a farce.

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Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock And Roll IV - May 11, 2024 - 8:00 PM

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Mariachi Herencia de Mexico - May 18, 2024 - 8:00 PM

The first Saturday night after the opening performance we saw was [surprisingly]

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rather sparsely attended. The ‘howling approval’ Brown mentions the cast received from the ‘first nighter’ audience was replaced with reserved titters and sev-

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eral exuberant belly laughs throughout. However, with laughter being contagious, I’m sure they got [and will continue to get] bigger laughs from bigger houses.

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of these ‘incredibly talented, young artists’ - all COM theatre majors - as they kept the frantic pace of the script going from first note to last. Brown’s staging, which included Three-Stooges-esque runarounds, cross-stage prop tossing, and even

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were up to the theate’s usual high standard.

HOOEY-HAHS & FOOFARAWS is another of several plays by Brown that have ‘world premiered’ at COM Theatre and have gone on to be published and subse-

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quently mounted elsewhere. I’m sure this is another one of his ‘hits’ that will be enthusiastically produced by educational and community theaters nationwide.

Paul Hager

AND NOW, FOR AN EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT Galveston has a new live theatre venue coming to town - GALVESTON LIGHTHOUSE PRODUCTIONS - who just announced their first production will be PURLIE VICTORIOUS by Ossie Davis [see LISTINGS]. Visit their website listed below for more information, and watch this space for a feature article about them in the very near future..https://galvestonlighthouseproductions.org/

ON THE BOARDS [Currently playing] ISLAND ETC [East-End Theatre Company] •

THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS - By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, & Jamie Wooten - May 10 - 25, 2024 - 8:00 PM - SUNDAY MATINEES - MAY 12 & 19, 2024 - 2:30 PM

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T exas M usic P rofile Story and Photos by Zach Tate

Additional Photos courtesy Melissa Jones Auld

Melissa Jones Auld

If

it is at all possible to have musicality in your DNA, Texas City singer-songwriter Melissa Jones Auld might be a good candidate to support that theory. Though her maternal grandfather, J.T. Tucker, was a country music artist in West Texas in the 1950s and may have passed on the country twang gene, it didn’t fully blossom in Auld until she was 32 years old. Born in Arlington, Texas in 1974 and raised in the Dallas area, it wasn’t until 2005 when Auld was 31 that she received her first guitar from her father.

“I really loved singing and since my dad had played, I asked him to teach me. He taught me 3 chords – D, C, and G. I did karaoke, but there were no deep tracks and I wanted to sing different songs. The most I thought I would do was play nursing homes,” Auld said.

Although she was busy raising two teenage daughters, it didn’t take long for Auld’s newfound passion for guitar to develop past 3 chords and soon she was performing bar and restaurant gigs around the Dallas-Fort Worth area. By 2009, Auld had moved to A u l d ’s f a t h e r L e e J o n e s a n d h i s Vernal, Utah in support of her husband’s job transfer sister Martha and quickly found success playing music, opening for the likes of Little Texas and Trick Pony.

Moving to Texas City in September 2020, Auld again found immediate success booking gigs everywhere from Waterman’s in Galveston, Okie’s in Kemah, and Locatelli’s in Cypress. Although the Houston heat doesn’t always allow her to celebrate her love of showbiz wardrobe the way she’d like to, Auld speaks passionately about the golden age of Grand Ole Opry-style country music costuming when rhinestones and rivets were all the rage.

“When I went to the Country Music Hall of Fame, I just loved seeing all the costumes. I love old-school Dolly Parton from the Porter Wagoner days. I just think they’re so cool,” Auld said.

Although Auld seems as though she could have been a country girl all her life, she says she was very much into gothic fashion and new-wave music as a teenager. It wasn’t until a chance night out with the “roper crowd” – a name her friends had for people with the country-style look - did she realize the joys of country music and dancing.

“I was really into the Cure in middle and high school. When I told my mom I wanted to go shopping for some new clothes at Cavender’s she said, ‘let me get my credit card!”

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Lake area at places like T-Bone Toms, Jackie’s Brickhouse and Galveston Bay Brewing Co., two CDs of recorded music, and is working hard to continue writing and recording in 2024.

Q & A Texas Music Profile – Melissa Jones Auld Zach Tate: What is your earliest memory of being inspired by music?

Melissa Jones Auld: The summer after 1st grade! My parents left a very strict church that didn’t allow any secular music. I remember being left in the car (it was the 80s), while they went inside a Sound Warehouse. When they returned, they popped in an Elton John cassette followed by Linda Ronstadt, The Beatles, and Fleetwood Mac. My world was instantly changed. From that moment on, I was obsessed with absorbing any and everything music. Music was always playing in the background from then on… whether in the car, the house, or even while hanging outside. I can remember all the details of my life, based on what was playing in the background.

ZT: Do you have any formal music training?

MJA: I would not say I’ve had any formal music training, but I took guitar lessons for about six years from the amazingly talented Sam Swank (in Dallas). As for vocal training, I only have what I learned in Elementary and Middle School choir, and one lesson from a professional vocal coach that I couldn’t afford to keep seeing.

ZT: Where was the first place you ever performed in front of people and/or the first time you performed as a professional?

MJA: Last Chance Saloon in Plano, Texas in 2010!

ZT: What artists did you love growing up and why?

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I love how there are so many venues to play at (in Galveston)! After living in a few small oil field towns where there are only 3 venues in a 3-hour radius, moving here was a blessing! I love getting to play as a full-time musician without having to travel.

MJA: I have always been drawn to music with beautiful harmonies and intricate lead guitar, so as a child I listened to everything from The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Led Zeppelin… but I also developed a fondness for really well-written lyrics, like Jackson Browne and Paul Simon. As a teen, I branched out into other genres like new wave and country. Around 18-20 years old, I was really into Sinead O’Connor, The Cranberries, Sarah McLachlan, and Natalie Merchant.

There were so many amazing female singers/songwriters in the early to mid-90s that it’s hard to name them all.

ZT: What was your musical experience in Utah like?

MJA: We were the Southern Betties from 2014-2015 and then the Southern Roots from 2015-2017. I was living in Utah for four years, so we only played around there. As Southern Betties we won the 2015 Country Showdown… then as one member left the band, we became Southern Roots and won the showdown again in 2016. There were only 3 bars in a 3-hour radius, so we played each of them once a month, and I filled in with solo/acoustic sets between shows.

Southern Roots got to open for Trick Pony and Little Texas when they came through our town. Both of those shows were incredible experiences.

ZT: Who influences you these days and why?

MJA: Right now I’m listening to Brandi Carlile and Sierra Ferrell a lot. They both write incredible lyrics, have beautiful voices that I love to sing along with, and the acoustic guitar picking is on point. I also have been listening to Kaitlin Butts a ton, whose lyrics are very blunt without a lot of imagery. Just straight up telling it like it is which is more similar to how I write lyrics.

ZT: You have a large tattoo of your father on your arm. What inspired that?

MJA: I was always very close with my dad and when he started getting sick I knew I wanted a tattoo of him. It’s his Air Force picture from 1964. I got it on my left arm because that’s where the main line to the heart is. He got to see it just before he died.

ZT: What is your songwriting process?

MJA: Songwriting for me happens in a moment of inspiration, where words and phrases seem to pour forth from my mind, as fast as I can write them down… usually inspired by something that has happened… whether happy, sad, or someone just pissing me off. If I don’t write them down immediately as they come, I’ll forget them and the moment will be gone. I usually start hearing a tune, or a cadence in the lyrics, as I’m writing or typing them out. I go back through afterward to figure out what chords to play with what I’m hearing in my head.

ZT: How do you determine what songs to cover and what is your method for learning that song?

MJA: I like the deeper tracks on albums, that aren’t what everyone else is covering. It makes me happy when someone says, “Oh I love that song and I’ve never heard anyone play it.”, or “I had completely forgotten about that song.”

While I do play songs by men, I love to explore all the incredible female artist catalogs that are often overlooked by others (since most of the local artists are men). The main determining factor is if I connect with the lyrics, and feel like I can sing it really well... then I look up the chords and start playing along to find out if it’s a good fit for me. Occasionally someone will request something that I feel is completely out of my wheelhouse, and I’ll surprise myself with what sort of rendition I can come up with on the fly… then it ends up being in all my sets moving forward.

ZT: What is the best part about being a musician these days?

MJA: For me, having the freedom to do something that I love so much, and getting paid to do it, is the best. I love to sing more than just about anything, and it still amazes me that I get to do this full-time.

ZT: What is your biggest frustration with being a musician?

MJA: Last-minute cancellations are a big one! I’m also not a fan of the 4-hour sets that some venues insist on. As a vocalist, that fourth hour is taxing on the vocal cords, and I always want to sound my best. Professional artists who have made it to the big time rarely perform more than 90 minutes.

ZT: What do you love most about being in and playing in Galveston?

MJA: I love how there are so many venues to play at! After living in a few small oil field towns where there are only 3 venues in a 3-hour radius, moving here was a blessing! I love getting to play as a full-time musician without having to travel.

ZT: What is your musical goal for 2024?

MJA: I would like to write more songs, and get back into the studio to record a third album or EP. ZT: Where is the best place for people to find out where you’re playing next?

MJA: I have social media of course, but my full calendar is on my website at melissajonesauld.com, as well as links to all of my original music.

Melissa Jones Auld will be performing at 3 Doors Down, T-Bone Tom’s, and King’s Bierhaus (League City) in the month of May. Check her website for dates.

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The

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Serious Tackle Box With Chris Gonzales

M o n o To Braid Magic Mono To Braid Magic doesn’t really have any magic involved.

Mono To Braid Magic

It’s just a great knot with a lock that I’ve been using since 1998 or so.

With the increased popularity of using braid as the main line off the reel, this new piece will give a new group another way to go. It will also serve as a reminder to long-time readers of this superior mono-to-braid connection. It’s a connection that’s never failed me.

This knot came to me from Australia as the “Roddy Hayes Knot” and then to California as the “Tony Pena,” its final version, mine, is the added reverse lock knot for smoothing its passage through the rod guides. When I started with the Pena version, which was super strong, it occasionally knocked out a rod guide ring because of the “step” on the braid side of the knot when on the retrieve under a load. My use of the five-turn reverse lock knot solved the problem. The lock knot simply smoothes out the total connections passing through the rod guides. The lock adds no strength to the connection; it just makes it all perfect. This knot is smoother than the Albright, so it has to be smoother through the rod guides but is a bit harder to tie. I say harder, but in reality, it’s easy once you practice tying it up a time or two.

To tie up the combination refer to the illustration for a clear view of the steps involved. Start by loosely tying an overhand knot in the mono, leaving about a 4 to 5” tag end. Hold the mono’s tag end and knot in your left hand, and pass the braids tag end through the “open” overhand knot as at “A,” then pull 12-14” of the braid thru the mono’s overhand

with saliva, then hold the mono leader, “E,” in your right hand and the braid

knot. Next tightly snug the overhand mono knot as shown in the second

carefully in your hand “F.” Now, slowly apply tension to tighten the spiral

view. Now with your left thumb and index finger pinch the mono knot and

wraps around the mono and against the mono’s overhand knot. There may

braid loop as at “B,” now wind the braid around the mono 10-12 spiral

be some “looseners” in the wraps as it nears the overhand knot during the

turns.

tightening. To even out the tightening pull on the tag end of the braid, “G.” Give the last pull to tighten the braids wraps around the mono and against

With your right hand now hold the “up” wraps with your left hand, as at

the very snug overhand knot in the mono pull at “F” and “E.” Next firmly

“C” and proceed to wind the braid back toward the mono overhand knot

tighten the monos overhand knot, “H.”

again for 10-12 turns. Insert the tag end of the braid through the loop left in the braid next to the overhand knot, the up and back wrapped braid

The connection “J” and “H” should now look like the fourth view of the

with the braids correct insertion through the braids wrap’s base loop “D”

illustration and be ready for the smoothing lock knot. The braids spiral wraps

as in the third view. To tighten the braid’s spiral wraps, moisten them

around the mono and stopping at the overhand mono knot are the cushion,

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shock absorber, and grip that are the heart of the total connection. With

passes over the lip effects casting distance with its outward “slap.”

the knot completed, start the reverse lock knot with a half hitch just

The knot also has a bit of a problem when passing over the reels roller

outside the mono knot as at “H,” tighten. Form the lock knot by holding

when headed for the spool. All of these problems are slight but having

the braid wraps in your left hand and pinch the braid against the mono,

the knot, just off the spool at the cast eliminates them.

leaving a loop hanging down. While holding the braid about two inches or so away from the mono’s knot back spiral the braid’s tag end around

The most extreme pull test of any knot is a straight, hard pull as in

the mono and braid as at “K.” Now while holding the mono leader as

rigging or hook caught in structure. Any time this has happened either

at “I” slow tighten the reverse lock knot against the mono knot. Note

the knot at the hook, the swivel, or the mono itself, broke but never the

that the fourth view is reversed from the others, this was done because

serious connection. Give this Mono to Braid Magic a try. It does all I

most folks are right-handed and this is the way to show the “lock.” The

say it will. I use it and worry about something else!

bottom view shows the look of the completed connection. To get there you first pull the braid to the side and clip the monos tag end very carefully and closely to the braid lock knot, at an angle as shown at “L.” My trusty diagonal cutters do a fine job leaving a chiseled point and edge to help with line flow through the rod guides. Last but not least is

If you have any questions, stop by Serious Tackle or email me at chris@serioustackle. co m

to cut the lock’s braid tag end close, “M.” I also apply a small drop of super glue at its cut-off point, just for insurance. You have just tied up, in my opinion, the strongest and smoothest through the guides braid to mono connection out there.

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Recipe Of The Month Tomahawk pan fried wild pork chops & citrus waffles w/ fresh dewberry syrup Ingredients Dewberry Syrup Fresh dewberries - 3 cups Natural cane sugar - 1 1/4 cups Water - 1/2 cup Apple juice - 1/2 cup Lemon juice - 1 tbsp Lemon zest 1/2 tsp Orange zest - 1 tsp Cinnamon - 1/4 tsp Mint - 3-4 fresh leaves Citrus Waffles All-purpose flour - 1 3/4 cups sifted Baking powder - 3 tsp Salt - 1/2 tsp Egg whites - 2 stiffly beaten with peaks Egg yolks - 2 beaten smooth Milk - 1 3/4 cups Oil - 1/2 cup Orange zest - 1 tsp Lime zest - 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp Tomahawk Wild Hog Chops Bone in chops - 8-10 individual chops TSS Texas Season All - season both sides Egg wash - 1 egg and 1 cup milk Seasoned flour - 2 cups flour, course sea salt, black pepper Vegetable oil for frying

Directions - Dewberry Syrup Combine all ingredients in saucepan over medium

Directions Tomahawk Wild Hog Chops

high heat until it reaches soft boil. Hold 2 minutes

Cut individual bone in chops and gently tenderize

then reduce to lowest setting for additional 5 minutes.

both sides with meat mallet careful not to separate

Set aside to cool then either use with whole berries

meat from bone. Dredge in seasoned flour, egg

or soft blend until smooth and pour into glass jars to

wash, back in flour then pan fry until golden brown.

refrigerate until use. NOTE: This recipe makes 24 oz

Serve with buttered citrus waffles, dewberry syrup

of finished syrup.

and extra syrup on the side to dip pork chops in.

Directions -Citrus Waffles

-“Wild Bill” & BarbaraPowell

Sift together dry ingredients. Combine yolks, milk, oil, zest and extract then stir into dry ingredients. Fold in egg whites leaving a few peaks. Follow directions for type of waffle iron used.

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Yard Signs with Humor Hi there, Wavers! Thank you very much for your kind words regarding

Your Bum thinks yard signs can be pretty creative and cool. I wondered what the

my April Best All-Time Baseball Movies column. Much appreciated. Spring is

best ones would look like. I started looking around and found some I thought

the time of year when you see a lot of signs in people’s yards advertising an

were pretty doggone entertaining. Take a look…

upcoming yard sale.

I had a random thought the other day while riding around in my ol’ scarab. It’s not like me to have many thoughts in a day, but here is what had me thinking:

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SUNDAY FUNDAY

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

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

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eflections by: John & Kathy Valastro

“Love, a Tribute to an Island Friend”

I wanted to show my respect to a special person so many Islanders have come to know over the years. Joyce Kirchner loved reading my “Reflections” in Waves Magazine.

At the Waves parties, she would get her copy and find the reflection to see what the topic was for the month. So this reflection is for her, and I hope she will appreciate what we are all reading.

Note: I am writing this to her as if waiting to hear her say “I loved reading your reflection this month.” Also, I believe we will see her at heaven’s gate with her loving smile if we live our lives as she lived hers.

Joyce, you always took the time to tell me my Reflections meant a lot to you and you enjoyed reading them. Well, this one’s for you and I hope it makes you smile.

Too many people are afraid to get hurt and feel the grief that comes with love, and therefore they never fully commit to a lasting relationship.

Joyce, I can honestly say you and Joe are not afraid to “love”. On the contrary, everyone, and I mean everyone, who knows you, knows the love you have for Joe, family, friends, and your adopted “Island Family. “ You don’t have to say many words, your smile says it all. Your kindness, friendship, and hospitality speak volumes. You “love” us all.

To think that grief can be separated from love, then one does not know the meaning of “true love”. See, love is all-encompassing; it’s joy, it’s happiness, it’s family, it’s friends, it’s pain, it’s loss and it’s sorrow. But in the end, it’s a heart filled with memories that will last for eternity.

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things, endures all things. Love never fails.

Even in times of grief, if we believe in Christ, our sorrow will turn into joy because we will all be together again in God’s glory…Love never fails.

Yes, we experience grief and sorrow every time we lose a loved one or a friend, but it does not mean we stop loving or living…Love never fails.

Josh Kirchner reminds us to “Hug your loved ones tight tonight and reach out to others and let them know you love them. Life is fragile.” …

Love never fails.

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So, Island friends, let’s do just that, take time to reach out to family and friends. Check on them and let them know they have a special place in your heart for them and you are thinking about them…Love never fails.

To Joyce, love is simple. She gives it freely and always with a smile.

For her, there is no grief, just joy. For Joyce…Love never fails.

For us: Don’t be afraid to love because you fear grief. Love because it is the purists’ form of joy. Maybe that’s why we see “joy” in her name.

She was never afraid to love…Love never fails.

“ Grief is the price we pay for love” - Queen Elizabeth We love you, Joyce.

Signed: All your Island Friends

John and Kathy Valastro

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Cookin’Column Hola, Mis Amigos! and I hope you had a festive Cinco de Mayo!

20-30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. (Note: it helps to baste every 5-10

Your amiga, Bunny, just got back from a little vacay in sunny Mexico and

minutes with the liquid in the pan while baking). Serve warm with a scoop

saw so many beautiful sunsets, crystal blue Pacific Ocean water, white

of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and top with the desired

sand, and got to eat so many foods that were DELICIOSO! I was so im-

amount of caramel sauce.

pressed with the Mexican culture, colors, traditions, and cuisine, that I’m

SPANISH COFFEE C A K E

planning on a fiesta-themed dinner at the Bunny house soon. Of course, there will be all the traditional Tex-Mex appetizers, sides, and entrees

Bunny isn’t sure how this yummy “vintage” recipe got its Spanish name,

that you would expect at my fiesta, but I’m really excited about the des-

except for the wonderful use of the fragrant cinnamon. It has been in her

serts. I thought I would share some of my choices with you this month.

family recipe box for years and hails from South Texas 2 hours away from the

After all, Bunny is a firm believer in saving the BEST for the LAST! So

Mexican border.

here are 3 of my very favorite tried and true Mexican-themed desserts.

Ingredients

APPLE PIE ENCHI LADAS

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2 1/2 cups sifted flour

You will have your friends and family begging for these! Delicioso! Plus,

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1 cup brown sugar

you can use any fruit filling - try peach! Yum!

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3/4 cup sugar

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1 tsp cinnamon

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1/2 tsp salt

Homemade Apple Pie Filling or 1(21-ounce can of apple pie filling)

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3/4/oil

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6 8-inch flour tortillas

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1/2 cup chopped pecans

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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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1 tsp baking soda

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1/2 cup butter

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1 tsp baking powder

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1/2 cup white sugar

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1 egg

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1/2 cup brown sugar

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1 cup buttermilk

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1/2 cup water

Ingredients •

Directions

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Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix flour, brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon,

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare Baking Dish: Butter a 9 x 13-inch

salt, and oil thoroughly with mixer. Remove 1/2 cup of the mixture and add

baking dish to prevent sticking. Soften the tortillas in the microwave if

pecans. Set aside for sprinkling on top of the cake before baking.

needed to make them easier to roll. Spoon about one heaping 1/4 cup

Mix the remaining part of the mixture with baking soda and baking powder.

of apple pie filling slightly off the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle evenly

Mix egg and buttermilk in another bowl and add 1/2 of the liquid mixture to

with ground cinnamon. Roll tortillas up and place seam side down in the

the dry mixture. Beat for two minutes at medium speed. Add the remaining

prepared baking dish.

liquid and beat for two more minutes.

Sauce: In a medium saucepan, bring butter, white sugar, brown sugar,

Pour the batter evenly into a greased & floured 9”x13” pan (or spray with

and water to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring con-

non-stick spray) and sprinkle with topping. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30

stantly. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle

minutes or until a knife inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean.

with extra cinnamon on top, if desired. Bake in the preheated oven for

Best served warm.

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AIR-FRIED CHURROS

boil. Turn off the heat, and immediately add flour all at once and stir until well

Crisp, light, and sweet, these air-fried churros are just as tasty as the

combined. Transfer the dough to a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attach-

deep-fried version. The dough can be made a few hours in advance, but

ment. Beat on low speed to cool mixture slightly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs,

once it’s cooked, the churros should be enjoyed immediately for the best

1 at a time, beating on medium-low until each egg is incorporated. Beat in

results.

vanilla. Increase speed to medium, and beat until mixture is cooled to room temperature, about 8 minutes.

Ingredients

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1 cup water

Chill dough for 10 minutes. Place dough in a piping bag fitted with a wide

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1 tablespoon unsalted butter

star tip. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking

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¼ teaspoon kosher salt

spray. Pipe dough into 4-inch strips directly onto the fryer basket and cut end

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¾ cup plus 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar, divided

with kitchen shears. Lightly coat tops with cooking spray. Close lid, and cook

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1 cup (about 4 1/4 oz.) all-purpose flour

until golden and slightly crisp, 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through; set

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2 large eggs

aside. Repeat the process with the remaining dough in batches. Stir together

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½ teaspoon vanilla extract

cinnamon and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in a shallow dish. Brush each churro

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Cooking spray

with melted butter, and dredge in cinnamon sugar. Serve immediately with

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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

chocolate sauce or dulce de leche, if desired.

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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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Chocolate sauce or dulce de leche, for dipping (optional) Directions

Stir together water, butter, salt, and 2 tablespoons of sugar in a large saucepan over medium-high; cook, stirring occasionally, and bring to a

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