January 2018 Hays County Echo

HAYS COUNTY

ECHO JANUARY 2018

Making changes in the new year whether its spiritual, financial, healthrelated or learning a new hobby

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HAYS COUNTY

ECHO is published monthly by Barton Publications, Inc 113 W. Center St., Kyle, TX Contents © January 2018.

Publisher Cyndy Slovak–Barton Editor Moses Leos III Graphics Director David White Graphic Designer Christine Thorpe Contributing Writers Moses Leos III Samantha Smith Maria Gardner Contributing Photographers Moses Leos III David White

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ith the drop of a ball and the pop of the champagne (or fizzy grape juice), Hays County is ready to see what awaits them in 2018.

For many, the New Year brings new opportunities and chances to make some changes, whether small-scale or across the board. Resolutions are always made, though sometimes they aren’t always followed (we understand).

Others may see fit to perhaps try something new, or engage in a new task they never thought possible.

In this month’s Hays County Echo, we highlight some ways Hays County residents can try something new as we take another trip around the sun.

For some, the New Year may mean getting back to spirituality. Several local spiritual leaders offer insight

into that mentality and shed light on what drives people back into the flock.

The New Year is also a time when people aim to make financial changes as well. Buda area financial advisor Jon Albright talks about the changes Hays County residents usually make during this time of year.

A new eye on health is a frequently popular go-to resolution made by many Americans. Reporter Samantha Smith talks to area health professionals for tips on fitness and how to keep those New Year’s resolutions afloat through February

and beyond.

An introduction, or reintroduction, into the world of music can also be a way residents can try something new this year. Reporter Maria Gardner takes a look at how some residents, both young and young-at-heart, strum into music.

We also offer multiple approaches for those with diabetes in how they can eat healthy during the winter months.

Finding a resolution is the easy part, but maintaining them is the trick. We hope our January edition can inspire readers to keep resolutions going all year long.

Here’s to having a great start to 2018.

Thanks for reading Moses Leos III, Editor

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Making Connections Finding spirituality in the new year..........................................................................4

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EDITOR’S NOTE

January 2018

Staying Healthy in the New Year..........................................................................7 A Musical Goal is Good for the Soul............................................................... 8-9 Hays County Echo Service Directory................................................................10 Seven Breakfasts to Keep the Family on Track this New Year......................12 Grub Buzz............................................................................................................14 Managing High Blood Pressure During and After the Holidays.....................15

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BY MOSES LEOS III

elcoming new parishioners to his flock at the First Baptist Church in downtown Kyle isn’t a new experience for Rev. Jeffrey English.

Like many places of worship in a growing region, parishioners often can come and go as they please.

During certain periods of the year, many places of worship can sometimes see an influx of new congregants, who may very well resolve to boost their spirituality. What they may be looking for, however, can also vary.

But for English, who has been a pastor in the Baptist church for 23 years, people often are looking for faith, friends and community.

It goes to humans’ natural predisposition to believe in something, which English said is “hard-wired” into our consciousness.

Additionally, many younger people may feel the want to pursue faith, as the pursuits for money, prestige or power can be unsatisfying.

“There is a crisis of faith in our culture,” English said.

Many also seek to be part of family, which

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“Once we find those things (faith, community, friends), we have really found the meaning of life.”

–Rev. Jeffrey English, First Baptist Church in Kyle

many places of worship can offer, as well as to feel part of a community.

For some, turning to places of worship can be a way to find answers to some of their questions.

“Once we find those things (faith, community, friends), we have really found the meaning of life,” English said.

When it comes to the New Year, English said there are usually groups that make resolutions to start taking part in a religion. Other times, the New Year caters to those who may

step back into a religion they had once left.

But for leaders, it can also be a challenge to keep those congregants in the seats. English said on average, if a new parishioner doesn’t make friends or find a way to serve in their place of worship in six to eight weeks, they often don’t stay.

At FBC Kyle, English said they try to help connect new or returning parishioners to those who are likeminded, or are in the same stage of life they may be in.

“Optimally, when someone comes in, we get them into a group of friends or in meaningful service,’ English said.

For some denominations, the search for spirituality may not always coincide with a change in calendar.

Father Daniel P. Strandlund, reverend at St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Buda, said the start of the school year in August is when he sees more families start, or restart, their worship. Strandlund said the start of the school year “has more weight” on families looking to get back into the faith.

Ultimatley, connection is what many seek, along with the opportu-

nity to slow down from the frenetic pace of everyday life.

“Right now with the political climate and culture…and not knowing where to trust, people are looking for something that’s solid,” Strandlund said.

Father Brian Phillips, a priest at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Kyle, said many Catholic parishioners seek spirituality during the Advent and Lent seasons.

Advent is the four weeks leading up to Christmas, while Lent is the 40 days leading up to Easter.

Phillips said worshipers often take the Lenten season more seriously when it comes to penance, fasting, alms giving and prayer. During the Advent season, churches hold more penance services for those who are preparing for Christmas.

As a result, Catholic churches often have an influx of participation during Ash Wednesday and Christmas Eve or Christmas Day masses.

However, Phillips said they don’t often see new worshipers who are setting a New Year resolution “I think maybe it has to do with family and being around friends and sharing their faith during that time,” Phillips said.

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FOCUSING ON FINANCE Assess taxes, financial goals in new year

BY MOSES LEOS III

some, the changes could make an impact for others. The priority, nce the holiday revelry is however, will be for residents to put away and celebrations learn the new rules and underconclude, the time to think stand what goes into them, which about one’s finances for the new includes asking questions on how year often sits in the back of the it could impact their paychecks. mind.

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FOCUSING ON FINANCE, FROM PG. 5 to assist their clients.

While there are those who tax plan in Hays County, Albright said he has seen more clients come in to review their financial goals or assess their risk tolerances in their investments.

Albright said annually reviewing financial goals and investment risks is critical due to the volatility of the stock market.

“Right now, the market has been so good for so long, but we forget there could be pull backs in the market,” Albright said. “Not saying there is going to be, but we may get over our skis and we get a little braver than we should.”

In Hays County, Albright said people are more apt to review goals based on the amount of real estate growth in the area. The rise in home and property values often leads to questions from clients on how they should approach their investments.

However, Albright said property and home owners don’t want to be carried away with the “hype” of a booming sellers market.

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over time, Albright said. Being prepared for every conceivable outcome is important.

“You want to make sound financial decisions, even with many opportunities that may come our way in the specific area,” Albright said.

Assesing risk tolerance in regards to investment is also an important New Year strategy, Albright said.

Risk tolerance involves how much risk a client is willing to take with their investment in the stock market.

Financial advisors help by asking clients questions on how they could respond to changes in the market.

They offer advice based on those answers, while also building a “psychological profile” on their client.

Albright said the future is looking bright for Hays County based on the continued growth. But he also said residents should consider a general rule of building an emergency fund that consists of three to six months worth of income, in the event of something coming up.

“If something unexpected comes, we then don’t’ have to invade long term investment plans to get to it,” Albright said.

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Staying healthy year-round

BY SAMANTHA SMITH We are fast approaching the end of 2017 and about to usher in a New Year which is typically a time when people adopt New Year’s resolutions like losing that last five pounds or joining a gym and working out seven days a week.

But Dr. Fausto Meza, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Seton of Hays said setting realistic expectations for a lifestyle change in the New Year instead of a demanding quick goal is the best way to be healthier in the New Year.

“Folks don’t need to join a gym to be healthy,” Meza said regarding physical fitness requirements.

Meza said physical exercise is important but that most people are not going to flip a proverbial switch and start shredding it at the gym like a body builder overnight, so incorporating more activity gradually is the key to success.

MAKE IT SOCIAL Meza said people could go outside for a walk with friends, family or coworkers to incorporate physical activity with social interaction, which is an important part of holistic health.

“We don’t want to see any ‘weekend warriors’ that aren’t used to running 2-3 miles a day out there trying to do a maximum workout without being used to it,” Meza said.

USE THE AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGY Another good tip to get and stay healthy in the New Year per Meza is to utilize the new health conscious technology available like Fitbit and Apple Watch that are compatible with apps on Smartphones in order to track health goals.

Meza said with all the new technology available in today’s society it’s a good idea to marry the newer tech with the good old classic stuff like exercising three days a week, eating healthy and regular doctor visits.

Meza said the idea behind the health apps and tech devices is to help people keep

track of their health goals and boost awareness of their own health by having a way to track it in real time.

“It’s a whole year worth of effort to be healthy,” Meza said regarding the time it takes to see results based on a lifestyle change versus the people who set a goal to lose holiday weight during January and February.

“Using apps (health apps) can help keep you on track with personalized tech,” Meza said.

GET SOME SLEEP Meza also attributes healthier living to healthier sleep schedules and said the “lack of sleep is a problem” in today’s fast-paced society.”

“Not getting enough sleep can cause issues like snoring and general fatigue but it can also lead to more serious diseases and have an impact on diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity,” Meza said.

Meza laid it out in an example that people who don’t get enough sleep can increase their chances of becoming overweight, raising their blood pressure and could lead to developing diabetes.

Meza recommends setting a time of evening to turn off screens and other devices that emit blue light in order to create and follow a more regimented sleep schedule that will improve a person’s overall health.

But exercise and sleep aren’t the only tools for healthier living. Meza said eating a balanced diet is important to whole health.

PLAN YOUR MEALS With busy schedules across the board for young professionals and families with children alike, Meza advised people to make a weekly meal plan that accounts for a person’s schedule so they can more easily avoid the fast food rut.

“We need to make diet changes slowly so find some down time to plan ahead for meals during a busy week where your routine generally only has time allotted for fast food,” Meza said.

So according to Meza people who want to set a New Year’s resolution to be healthy should adopt some form of activity three days a week, use social support systems like family and friends, plan healthier meal options and get at least 8 hours of sleep a night.

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A musical goal is good for the soul “Recitals ... give students an opportunity to demonstrate their development and gain the satisfaction of achieving a goal”

BY MARIA GARDNER

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riends and family listened attentively as they saw their children pluck strings or hit key notes at their winter recital hosted by the Allegro School of Music in Buda.

Some played hesitantly, carefully hitting each note until they finished the piece. It was at that moment the musician lifted their head slowly breaking a smile to the audience’s applause.

Six-year-old Ella Rose played “Jingle Bells” and “Away in the Manger” on the piano, continuing the line of musicians in her family beginning with her grandmother who is a music teacher and

organ player.

Linda Chido, mother of MonaRae, 12, and twins Jackson and Georgia, 10, said she did not grow up with music herself, but wanted to provide the experience for her children.

“I”m so proud of them,” Chido said, a common sentiment amongst family members in the audience.

Whether it’s a 2018 New Year’s resolution to try something new, or rekindling a past childhood activity later in life, a pursuit of music has shown value well beyond simply a task to fulfill.

Parents may not initially receive that much enthusiasm from children about taking music lessons, said Jonathan

Six-year-old Ella Rose performed two Christmas during her recital at Allegro School of Music. (photos by Maria Gardner)

Jamison, owner and teacher at Allegro School of Music in Buda.

However, Jamison says the benefits of the endeavor is worth it.

Recitals, held twice a year, give students an opportunity to demonstrate their development and gain the satisfaction of achieving a goal, Jamison said.

He began learning to play the piano when he was about five or six years old.

Jamison wasn’t always a happy participant in his parents’ plans for music.

“They forced me to do it and I fought them very hard on it,” Jamison said.

Practicing playing music is just like other things that parents may ask their child to do, such as brushing their teeth, doing

their homework or taking out the trash.

“They are not the most enjoyable activities, but they are important, healthy endeavors,” Jamison said.

After Allegro’s School of Music recital, the students and their families gathered in the church foyer to eat cookies and punch in a small reception.

The players, mostly elementary age students, did not wear huge smiles like when making a winning touchdown in a football game or winning spelling bee competition.

However, their faces spoke to a quiet accomplishment, a sense of satisfaction for all the effort they put into their performances.

Left, Georgia Chido along with teacher Memorie Schultz, performs at the bi-annual Allegro Music School recital. Right, are students and teachers that performed at the recital.

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Kyle resident Mark Stoub is an aspiring new musician with the support of his wife Jane who plays cello and comes from a very musical family. (photos by Maria Gardner)

A path to music, however, was not direct for Kyle resident Mark Stoub, a retired Presbyterian pastor and author of “The Fifth Trumpet: Fire in the Blood” and “Blood on the Altar.”

Stoub said he had a few tries as a kid with music lessons, but it wasn’t until Jane, his wife who is also a cello player, bought him a guitar three years ago.

The purchase moved Stoub to take up lessons.

Jane Stoub comes from a well known musical family. Her mother, Frances Sledge, was a renown piano teacher until she was 90, while her father was an energetic string player.

Jane said it can be frustrating for people when they first start music lessons.

“It’s hard. you have to put up with a lot of confusion and then all of a sudden you get a breakthrough,” Jane said.

Mark takes his teacher’s advice during his lessons. It often means letting go of any distractions.

With the aid of his teacher, Jordan Hemphill, Mark worked on his finger picking technique, when the thumb on the left hand is steady and the fingers on the right hand pluck the strings that, when successful, creates a melody.

Hearing each note, letting it resonate, feeling it in his belly has given him a holistic experience, a form of meditation, Mark said.

“I can’t tell you how wonderful it makes me feel after a lesson,” Stoub said.

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Seven breakfasts to keep the family on track this new year Start the year off right with wholesome, nutritious morning recipes FAMILY FEATURES With each New year comes new goals and resolutions for the entire family. It’s the perfect time to start fresh and get everyone back on track with healthy nutrition. Starting each day with a nutritious breakfast is one way to do just

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By incorporating simple, wholesome ingredients like milk into a balanced breakfast each morning, you can feel good knowing your family is starting the day on the right foot. With nine essential nutrients, including high-quality

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Try these seven breakfast recipes paired with milk, one for each day of the week, to fuel all kinds of mornings throughout the New Year. Visit MilkLife. com for additional recipe inspiration.

Savory Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Protein Crepes Lock down your week’s breakfast plan with these savory crepes the entire family will enjoy. Cream cheese with chives mixed in topped with smoked salmon and wrapped inside a warm crepe winds up being a delicious morning jump-start.

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How about a modern take on ancient grain?

This breakfast bowl with quinoa is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Chai spices combined with brown sugar, vanilla and milk add vibrant flavors sure to excite your taste buds.

Add Southwestern flavors to spice up this breakfast sandwich. Scrambled eggs seasoned with cumin, pepper and chili powder are topped with shredded cheese, ham and sliced avocados and placed inside a toasted English muffin for a twist on a classic breakfast favorite.

Raspberry Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

While cottage cheese is not a traditional ingredient in pancakes, these pancakes definitely make it work. By combining blended cottage cheese with rolled oats, this dish adds protein and fiber at breakfast without skimping on taste.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Power Muffins

When you’re in a rush on weekday mornings but still want a wholesome breakfast while on the go, try these protein muffins with peanut butter and jelly. This simple recipe is a kidfriendly way to serve a childhood favorite and start the day with a smile.

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Vegetable and Sausage Mini Protein Quiches

This mini quiche recipe makes serving up protein at breakfast a snap. Use a muffin tin to create individual sausage quiches that are perfect for a make-ahead, grab-and-go breakfast.

Protein Power Huevos Rancheros

This tasty twist on eggs brings a Southwestern flair to breakfast with avocados and turkey sausage piled high on a tortilla to spice up your morning.

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Managing high blood pressure during and after the holidays FAMILY FEATURES Managing blood pressure can be difficult, especially during the holidays and winter months. A change in routine, family visits, traveling, illness, holiday menus and financial concerns can all conspire to derail your best efforts at keeping chronic conditions, like high blood pressure, under control.

If you are one of the millions of American adults with high blood pressure, it is vital to keep your blood pressure stable. Drastic changes can put you at risk for heart attack or stroke.

Here are three ways to control your blood pressure throughout the holiday season from the American Heart Association:

BE WARY OF DECONGESTANTS Decongestants are in many over-thecounter cold and flu medications but they have some harmful side effects.

They can raise blood pressure and decrease the effectiveness of some prescribed blood pressure medications.

It’s best to use them for the shortest duration possible and avoid in severe or uncontrolled hypertension. Consider alternative therapies, such as nasal saline, intranasal corticosteroids or antihistamines, as appropriate.

KEEP TRACK OF MEDICATION The winter months tend to bring an increase in both heart attacks and strokes. According to research from the Journal of the American Heart Association, a 4.2 percent increase in heart-related deaths occurs away from a hospital from Dec. 25-Jan. 7.

“Factors like cold weather, sudden increase in activity like shoveling snow, stress and dietary indiscretion can contribute to a chain of events leading to more stress on the heart during the winter months, potentially triggering a heart attack or other cardiac event,” said Jorge Plutzky, M.D., director of Preventive Cardiology at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and a volunteer with

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It is vital to keep track of your medication and take it as prescribed by your doctor to decrease chances of heart attack and stroke. The American Heart Association’s Check Change Control Tracker is one way to monitor your health, as it allows you to set up text message reminders, text in blood pressure readings, connect with volunteers or providers, and receive messages from volunteers or providers.

MAINTAIN HEALTHY EATING HABITS The holidays can be a bad influence on healthy eating habits. However, it is important to stay active during these times and continue eating healthy.

While you are enjoying holiday feasts with family, be aware of sodium, often found in seasonal foods like bread, cheeses and prepared meats, which can increase blood pressure. Don’t feel like you can’t indulge a little, but make sure to incorporate healthy meals.

Staying active while traveling can be a challenge, as well. Try bringing simple exercise equipment like a jump rope or resistance band with you. Consider walking to sights or restaurants nearby, or finding a local park or indoor walking path.

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