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The 5 Second Rule

BIXBY, BROKEN ARROW & JENKS

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am a collector of motivational sayings. Usually, these snippets of brilliance are found on Facebook or Instagram. I keep the collection on my computer desktop for quick and frequent viewing.

Some of my favorites include:

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• "What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" - Anonymous • "I never dreamed of success. I worked for it." - Estee Lauder • "Done is better than perfect." - Sheryl Sandberg (Ouch, that one always hurts)

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Motivational quotes, books, and videos make us feel good. They inspire goals and a plan to improve ourselves. Life will really be great! That is, if you can get off the sofa...

I recently came across an online video by Mel Robbins, a motivational speaker I really connect with. She says if you don't feel like doing something, you will never do it. You have to FORCE yourself to get started. This means getting out of your head, moving past your feelings, and out of your comfort zone. That's why you need a tool like the 5 Second Rule. (No, not the one you are thinking of.)

The 5 Second Rule works like this. If you don’t engage in an activity in the first 5 seconds, chances are, you never will. So the next time you need to do something you don't want to do (getting out of bed, making a phone call, driving to the gym), think to yourself, "54-3-2-1..." and do it. It takes the emotions out of the decision and makes it less daunting.

The more you use the tool, the easier it gets, and the more you will accomplish.

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Hot Spot

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Locally Owned

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

18 Tulsa’s New Mayor - G.T. Bynum

and his vision for 2017

22 New Body for a New Year

DNA-based dieting

24 Stay on Track

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Good Times

Titan LaCrosse Tournament

Titan Lacrosse's Competitive Boys JV team won the championship cup from the November 19-20 Lone Star Shootout Tournament, held in Lewisville, TX. "These players have come so far in the past three months since launching Titan Lacrosse," said Head Coach Trevor Wolf. For more information, visit TitanLaxOk.com.

BMX Race Benefits Local Oklahoma Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

BMX recently held a race in Tulsa on November 26th to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The riders and organization raised more than $244,759 to benefit the work of LLS. Tulsa board member and leukemia survivor Bill Everett attended the event.

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Meet Louis Medina. He’s Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending at Blue Sky Bank. He knows Tracy’s business very well too. And when she calls, he answers with the financial solutions to help keep THI on the fast track. Right where Tracy wants it.

Tracy has sky high expectations when it comes to a business banking partner. Louis wouldn’t have it any other way.

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THE 24TH ANNUAL TULSA WEDDING SHOW IS JANUARY 7TH Plan Your Day in a Day at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel just off Highway 169 and 71st Street behind Target. There will be thousands of dollars’ worth of gifts and prizes and be sure to register for The

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The Very Important Bride (V.I.B.) Elite Preview Event will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A limited number of tickets will be sold for this event.

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Registration for the General Admission begins at 11:30. Old Urban Trolley is providing trolley service from the east side of the

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Target parking lot.

Sponsors include the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel, Party Pro Rents, Brides of Oklahoma Magazine, Abelina’s Boutique, Moody’s Jewelry and Presentation Services Audio-Visual.

V.I.B. tickets are $30. General Admission tickets are $12 online and $15 at the door. For tickets and more information visit TheTulsaWeddingShow.com.

MEN ARE FROM MARS – WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS LIVE! Presented by Celebrity Attractions, the Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE!, is a oneman fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on The New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last

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This hysterical show will have couples elbowing each other all evening as they see themselves on stage. Sexy and fast paced, this show is definitely for adults, but will leave audiences laughing and giggling like little kids!

Held January 20th and 21st at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. For tickets go to MyTicketOffice.com or call 918.596.7111.

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RHONDA LAWSON - DOWN 60 POUNDS, 55 INCHES! “Right around Christmas last year, I stepped on the scale and was shocked! I weighed 220 lbs. That couldn’t be right! I knew I had gained some weight over the last several years, but I had never been that heavy before. My clothes were getting tight, but I refused to buy new ones because I knew I’d have to go up a size. Also, about this same time, my father had become extremely ill.

Eating had become my way to cope with the reality that my Dad was dying. I told myself I had to do something. This weight had to go. I had tried diets before, but just never could get motivated enough to stick with them. One morning, I was watching Good Day Tulsa on television. They had a segment about SlimGeneration and how your weight loss plan was based on your own DNA. A couple of their clients were telling how the program worked for them and they had amazing results. There were no diet pills dispensed or special foods that were required to buy. I was intrigued, but a bit skeptical. It took me about 3 weeks to convince myself to make the call, and I am so glad I did. My weight loss has certainly aided in controlling my blood pressure. My doctor predicts I will be able to drop some of the meds before too much longer. I am so glad I turned the television on that morning!!”

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Board will host the Rooftop Rendezvous Best of Brunch on Saturday, January 21 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Sky Loft in downtown Tulsa.

Proceeds will benefit DVIS’s legal program, which provides protective order advocacy, legal representation, and advice to victims of domestic violence, stalking, trafficking, and sexual assault. Please call 918.508.2709 for more information or to sponsor the event. DVIS.org

STASH APPAREL & GIFTS Stash Apparel & Gifts is locally owned and operated, with a location in the heart of Brookside and a brand new location to accommodate South Tulsa customers. The store strives to provide Tulsa natives a unique experience not found in a traditional retail setting. Its new store is located in Kings Landing at 9918 S Riverside Parkway. Both stores have a variety of items including hip baby and children's clothing, trending women's attire, collegiate wear, as well as Oklahoma goodies and an eclectic assortment of novelty gifts. They also offer custom printing for items such as t shirts, drink ware, and other gift items. At Stash Apparel & Gifts, you will find one-of-a kind items for any occasion. StashTulsa.com

THE HEART OF HENRY The Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless is pleased to present our annual fundraiser, “The Heart of Henry.” This dinner and awards ceremony is named in honor of Henry Zarrow – a man whose heart was dedicated to giving to and embracing those in need, especially in the Tulsa Community. This year’s Heart of Henry Chair, Mr. Chip McElroy, President and CEO of McElroy Manufacturing, hopes you can join us for our event. Dr. Gerard Clancy, former OU-Tulsa President and current President of the University of Tulsa, has been named as the 2017 Heart of Henry award recipient. Furthermore, our 2017 Katie Eller Youth Philanthropy Award recipient is Ms. Amy Coretz. The Heart of Henry will be held at Southern Hills Country Club on Saturday,

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Healthy Lifestyle

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t's January and it's cold outside. Are you burning up? Are you plagued with hot flashes, feel depressed, forgetful, and are exhausted all the time? It's not your fault. It might be your hormones causing all that havoc.

Caleb Meacham, a pharmacist with Apotheke Rx Pharmacy, says, "Weight gain, low energy, and low libido are just a few of the issues women in their 40s and 50s face as a cause of hormone imbalance. Correcting hormone levels from post hysterectomy and menopause can reduce or alleviate these symptoms."

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has been a hot topic for several years. Our mothers and grandmothers were prescribed medications we now know can be dangerous to a woman’s health. Sometimes referred to as “horse hormones”, these medications consist of conjugated estrogens isolated from the urine of pregnant mares. And your body wants to get rid of it.

He says, "I recommend avoiding animal estrogens and progesterones for hormone replacement when there are excellent natural hormones available. Your body recognizes these as normal and virtually identical to the hormones produced in your body, which makes them far safer than synthetic versions."

So, how can you tell if your hormones are off balance?

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Apotheke offers at-home HRT testing.

Just stop by the pharmacy located at 15th and the Broken Arrow Expressway and fill out a simple 5-minute questionnaire. One of the kind pharmacists will review your answers and provide you with a home-collection hormone and wellness test.

Of course, your family doctor can conduct the necessary lab tests. But a standard hormone test will not tell the whole story. The Apotheke pharmacists can provide you with the tests required for an in-depth hormone evaluation that you can give your doctor.

"Many of our customers prefer the home test. The kit is free and can be done at their leisure. They don't have to worry about scheduling an appointment, going to the doctor, paying a deductible or for additional testing which may not be covered under their health insurance," says Meacham.

The kit is simple to use. Just fill out your basic health information and follow the directions for sample collection. Everything is included including a prepaid mailing envelope. Certain insurance plans are accepted, but if not, the cost ranges from $80 to $299 depending on the test. Consider it a gift to yourself for getting your life back on track.

Based upon the test results, Apotheke will work with your doctor to either prescribe

medications or develop an over the counter solution of supplements.

Meacham says, "HRT doesn't necessarily end with a prescription. Natural solutions such as creams, vitamins, and other supplements may be just as effective."

Hormone testing works for men, too. Low Testosterone or “Low-T” is very common among men. Symptoms include low energy, low sex drive, increased belly fat, and difficulty in the bedroom. Sexual health is important as we age. Apotheke compounding pharmacists work closely with physicians and patients to achieve more satisfaction in their patients' intimate life.

In fact, a recent study of sexual function in the United States reported that more than 43% of women experience some degree of sexual dissatisfaction, which includes lack of desire, performance anxiety, difficulty becoming aroused, pain during sex, and failure to orgasm.

"One of our best selling products is called Scream Cream. It has a crazy name but it has helped so many of our patients rekindle their relationship with their partner. The cream is applied just before foreplay, and in 15-20 minutes it increases blood flow to the important areas, which heightens sensations making stimulation easier and gives more intensity to the orgasm. It's available in prescription and over the counter formulas," says Meacham.

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Hot Spot A Cajun-themed spread with (left) jalapeño & sausage stuffed boneless chicken wings, chicken & pork jambalaya, slaw; (front) crawfish étouffée with corn maque choux & slaw; (back) smoked chicken & andouille sausage gumbo with potato salad.

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Herbert's is located just west of 71st and Lewis in the big red house.

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can feel it in the air. The excitement, the people, the food, and … oh yes, football too. Super Bowl 51 is almost here and we’ve got the menu for your party straight from Cajun Ed of Hebert’s Specialty Meats in Tulsa.

“The perfect dishes for Super Bowl parties and for the colder time of year include red beans and rice, smoked chicken and andouille gumbo with a side of our amazing jambalaya,” says Ed. “Crawfish étouffée also sounds good and don’t forget to serve the guys mouth-watering boudin balls and alligator bites.” Alligator? Yes, your friends will remember you for serving alligator!

Cajun Ed of Hebert's Specialty Meats recommends his spicy jalapeno-stuffed boneless chicken wings for parties.

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Ed also recommends Hebert’s wings. “One item that is a real fan favorite for the Super Bowl is our one-of-a-kind, incredible wings.

These are not to be confused with boneless white meat wings. This wing is deboned chicken that is stuffed with jalapeno chicken sausage. Grill’m, bake’m or fry’m. Oh, can you say C’est bon?”

Ed and his family are true Cajuns. They moved here and opened the specialty meat shop in 1998 at 2101 East 71st street, just west of 71st and Lewis in the big red house.

Many of Herbert’s guests and employees are Cajuns as well.

“There are three ways to become a Cajun: by blood, by marriage, and by the back door. Anyone who wants to have a good time is welcome,” says Ed. Hebert’s sells meats, seafood, prepared dishes such as gumbo and crawfish hot tamales, beans, hot sauce and spices. Ed’s goal is to provide his customers with a consistent, high quality product with true Cajun flavor. Just check out his custom spices with more than a dozen custom blends. “Our Cajun spice is a blend of seasonings that is uniquely ours mixed with a little love. This is how we cook,” says Ed. To pre-order, contact Hebert’s 918-298-8400. For a full menu and to order online, cajuned.com.

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his year Tulsa welcomes a new mayor at the helm who is generating a fresh attitude of community spirit and cooperation.

Mayor G.T. Bynum was sworn in as Tulsa’s 40th mayor this past December after serving more than eight years as a city councilor representing District #9. “Being Tulsa’s Mayor is my dream job,” says Major Bynum. “I ran because I want my kids to grow up in a city that has high expectations for itself. I want Tulsa to compete at a higher level and everything we do in the mayor’s office over the next four years will be done with the purpose of making Tulsa more competitive nationally.”

If Bynum’s past success as a city councilor is any indicator of his future performance as mayor, we are sure to see a

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different Tulsa at the end of his term. In the past eight years, Bynum authored the largest street improvement package in Tulsa’s history, he found the budget to get police helicopters back in the air to increase our safety, and he spearheaded Tulsa’s first city sales tax cut in history.

Bynum won the recent mayoral election by focusing on three major goals including economic development, education and public safety. In response to our questions, Mayor Bynum gave us his thoughts below: TL: What are your goals for Tulsa in 2017?

Mayor Bynum: We are reorienting the city’s focus to being nationally (instead of regionally) competitive. The overarching focus of my administration is to get Tulsa growing again. Our population base has been stagnant for 15 years. To offset growing costs and balance the budget, the city must have growth. The only other option is to cut budgets which is what we have had to do in the past 10 years.

TL: What are your economic development plans?

Mayor Bynum: In cooperation with our surrounding communities, we want Tulsa to compete for business with cities the size of Dallas and St. Louis. I have named former Mayor Kathy Taylor as our chief of economic development. She will seek collaboration between groups in Tulsa to attract business and people. Her first project will be to settle the retail development issues for commercial development at Helmerich Park at 71st and Riverside. The project has been on hold pending legal negotiations since August of 2015. The issue is the selling of parkland for retail development including REI as an anchor tenant. I want the citizens of Tulsa to have their voices heard and I would like to present a compromise proposal that can be agreed upon by all.

TL: What are your plans for education?

Mayor Bynum: I have created an education cabinet made up of leaders from Tulsa, Union and Jenks Public Schools as well as leaders from our higher education institutions with whom I will meet on a regular basis to help address issues including teacher shortages and child safety. I want Tulsa to be the premier place in Oklahoma to receive an education.

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TL: What are your plans to improve safety and reduce crime in Tulsa?

Mayor Bynum: The Vision Tulsa tax began collecting funds January 1. A portion of that money is dedicated to public safety and we plan on hiring 165 new police officers who reflect the demographics of the neighborhoods in which they work. We are also hiring additional firefighters and developing plans to make pay more competitive for our first responders.

TL: What will Tulsan’s see first from the Vision Tulsa tax package?

Mayor Bynum: We are working on a schedule now. We have just begun collecting Vision Tulsa sales tax January 1. Over a period of 13 years, we will raise $884.6 million to fund a variety of projects including the reconstruction 20

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of Zink Dam, a new low-water dam in south Tulsa, a BMX facility at Expo Square and an extensive renovation of Gilcrease Museum.

Nick Doctor, who has joined my team as chief of community development and policy, will coordinate Vision Tulsa implementation initiatives between the city’s engineering, planning and finance departments.

Nick joined our team from his position as the senior vice president of government affairs for the Tulsa Regional Chamber. We are pushing to publish a calendar this month.

TL: What items did not pass in the Vision Tulsa tax package that you wish would have?

Mayor Bynum: I would still like to see us make "raw space” happen. The maker movement is still a new trend in economic growth in which individuals or groups create and market products that are recreated and assembled using unused, discarded or broken electronic, plastic, silicon or virtually any raw material and/or product from a computer-related device. Tulsa still has an opportunity to be a leader in this area.

TL: Tulsa has not had a deputy mayor in quite some time. You have named Michael Junk as your deputy mayor after serving as your campaign manager and Sen. Jim Inhofe’s state policy adviser based in Tulsa. What will he do for you?

Mayor Bynum: Michael will be representing the city of Tulsa as deputy mayor with federal and state governments, as well as any number of other entities. It is important they know his level of authority within my administration.

TL: Are you targeting any new neighborhoods or areas for renewal?

Mayor Bynum: North Tulsa revitalization is a major focus of our administration. When I learned that life expectancy is 11 years less in North Tulsa than in midtown, I decided to work to help solve that problem. I also am asking Kathy Taylor, our chief of economic development, to work on encouraging more retail in North Tulsa, including the development of a grocery store.

TL: What is your favorite thing about Tulsa?

Mayor Bynum: My favorite thing about Tulsa is that residents proved in our mayoral election that they still believe in the spirit of high expectations which built this city over decades. I believe Tulsans wants to set aside differences to build a better city for the next generation and that’s what we will do during my administration. I also love Tulsa because most of the people I love in the world are here including my wife, my kids, my family and my friends.

TL: What advice does your grandfather, Robert LaFortune who served as mayor of Tulsa from 1970-78, give you?

Mayor Bynum: He tells me to be accessible to people and do what you determine is the right thing for Tulsa, regardless of the political ramifications.

Mayor Bynum has appointed an innovative and fresh leadership team including Michael Junk, deputy mayor; Jack Blair, chief-of-staff; Amy Brown, deputy chief-of-staff; Kathy Taylor, chief of economic development; James Wagner, chief of performance strategy and innovation; Nick Doctor, chief of community development and policy; Jonathan Townsend and Christina Starzl Mendoza, assistants to the Mayor for Community Development and Policy; Kimberly Madden, executive aide; and Brandon Oldham, mayoral aide.

Mayor Bynum is encouraging Tulsan’s to participate in city commissions, boards and authorities by applying online at CityofTulsa.org/our-city/ boards-and-commissions.aspx.

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The team at SlimGENEration, (l to r) Angela Baccile, health coach; Tammy Germolik-Giboney, marketing director; Michael Ford, co-owner; Jessica Ford, co-owner; Johnna Criner, health coach; and Teresa Hughey, health coach.

New Body for A New Year DNA-based dieting ARTICLE LOUANN BUHLINGER PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS HUMPHREY 22

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oes your body respond better to one type of diet or exercise than another?

How do you know which diet to follow? In recent years, more people have turned to understanding their DNA to identify which diet and exercise regimen will work best.

“We don’t believe in yo-yo dieting,” says Jessica Ford, co-owner of SlimGENEration.

“When we investigate your DNA, we know exactly what your body needs from exercising, the nutrients you need and the amount of protein, carbs and fat you should be eating.”

SlimGENEration in Tulsa offers medically supervised DNA weight loss solutions which unlock the genetic code and determine

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what’s best for each individual with technology that is 99.98 percent accurate.

It begins with a simple swab from the inside of the cheek. The genes measured are from the obesity gene map. "Along with our SlimGENEration science, we use the client’s DNA plus four other tests that measures factors specific to weight gain, weight loss and overall healthy lifestyle. The test also discovers how the body absorbs and metabolizes fat and carbs, and which type of exercise works best.” says Ford.

When the DNA and other results are returned weeks later, a doctor designed plan is provided including recommendations for food, supplements and exercise along with a six-month action plan. Certified SlimGENEration health coaches then meet with each client once-a-week to help implement new strategies which include real food including favorite dishes and treats.

“We work with you to create a healthy lifestyle so that when you leave us, you can remain at your goal weight for life,” says Ford. SlimGENEration clients lose two to seven pounds of body fat a week on average.

“It used to be that people could just do the fundamentals of weight loss, calories in and calories out, counting points, eating certain types of foods only - but science has found that people have developed genetic resistances to those traditional methods and they simply do not work for the masses, especially for those that are faced with being overweight or obesity related issues,”

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SlimGENEration has been recognized by the CDC as a lifestyle prevention program helping people with pre-diabetes.

“We recommend that with any New Year Resolution that you set a goal to do something new and bold with your weight loss objectives.

Instead of just setting a goal and doing the traditional methods like joining a gym and guess your way through the process. We recommend to get a picture of what you will do when you lose the weight and visualize the life experiences that you can capture after you achieve your goals. Then take massive intentional action by getting your genetic combo unlocked with SimGenerations’ science,” says Jessica Ford.

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• Set small obtainable goals. Small victories turn into big successes.

• Do not skip meals.

• Do take vitamins.

• Do drink enough water.

• Do not exercise against what your body needs.

• Create a monthly non-food reward system.

• Allow yourself to make mistakes. Shake it off and get back up to speed the next day.

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Locally Owned ARTICLE LUDWIG DISCHNER

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sk someone what makes a great looking home stand out, and they might say the crown molding, the lighting, or the layout of the furniture. These are all valid answers, but for a long tenured firefighter who turned his love and knowledge of construction into a successful business, the key to every room is right under our feet, a well-crafted hardwood floor.

Tom Nicklas, the owner and founder of Renaissance Hardwood Floors in Jenks, couldn’t have foreseen back in 1982 that his small operation would rapidly grow into a name currently known around the home building industry and among customers all over the region as the premier choice for superior quality, design, and selection. When Tom Nicklas Construction (now Renaissance) hit the scene, there were only two other companies providing

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G E T R E A DY TO B E flooring in the area. This provided an excellent opportunity for Tom Nicklas to pursue.

Now, with the help of great suppliers, Renaissance goes through four semi-trucks full of materials per month, which allows them ready access to a great selection that they have and continue to offer to customers in green country and beyond. For clients who desire rustic and reclaimed wood without the hefty price tag, the crew specializes in creating custom hand scraped finishes. Hand scraping is a more precise process as compared to the way the design was previously achieved by home builders, who used chains or bolts to create weather worn imperfections. While Renaissance did not invent the process itself, those in the industry can distinguish their hand scraping finishes from others with only a glance, something that Tom Nicklas is always very proud to hear from customers.

However, it hasn’t always been such smooth sailing for Tom and his crew. Renaissance was at one time in the running to design and install flooring in the home of local born star, Garth Brooks, but did not receive the job. Despite this disheartening moment and the dream of working on the country singer’s home being lost, Renaissance continued to strive to become the best in the business. The company looks to use their knowledge of hand scraping, as well as distressing and other techniques to move more heavily into the sale of beams, mantle pieces, and other framing accents. Should this idea come to fruition, customers would be able to purchase these pre-finished products from a new showroom that is currently on their drawing board. Today, Renaissance is a welloiled machine now run by Tom Nicklas’ son.

Whether a customer wants to make a new piece look as if it was always there, or add a new design element to their space, Renaissance has the tools and the experience to tackle any project big or small. For more information go to RenHardwood.com or call 918-298-4477.

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Fairway Estates of Lenox Park

NEIGHBORHOOD

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$599,000

100%

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Buckhead

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95%

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Valley Overlook

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Peachtree Hills

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Springlake Park

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Lynwood Park

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100%

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5

6

Garden Hills

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$775,000

97%

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3

3

Brookhaven Fields

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97%

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5

4

Buckhead Preserve

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94%

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5

5

Chastain Park

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100%

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Garden Hills

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94%

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5

4

Brookhaven Fields

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100%

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5

4

North Buckhead

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$1,050,000

95%

10

4

5

Wood Valley

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$1,110,000

106%

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4

Historic Brookhaven

$1,299,000

$1,200,000

92%

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4

5

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January Lifestyle Calendar

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EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY CRAFTS & STORYTIME

JANUARY 14 TSO CLASSICS: BEETHOVEN'S 4TH SYMPHONY CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL The Tulsa Symphony presents Beethoven's 4th Symphony, conducted by Daniel Hege and featuring violinist Rossitza Jekova-Goza. In addition to the title piece, the orchestra will perform Mendelssohn's The Hebrides, Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, and Tzigane. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. MyTicketOffice.com or 918.596.7111.

TULSA TOY DEPOT

JANUARY 21

Craft Classes are free every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. and Storytime

TOYLAND BALL 2017

is held on Thursdays at 11 a.m. Miss Carol Meyer leads the kids

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in music and story telling for 30 minutes of great active fun. Visit

Toyland Ball, held every January, is The Parent Child Center of

TulsaToyDepot.com for more information or call 918.938.0555.

Tulsa’s annual signature fundraising event. This black tie gala with

FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 6 P.M.-9 P.M. FIRST FRIDAY ART CRAWL-BRADY DISTRICT

a whimsical theme offers an elegant evening of dinner and dancing, with a live auction. ToylandBall.org Call 918-894-4350 or visit CoxCenterTulsa.com for ticket information.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 7:05 P.M.

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TULSA OILERS HOCKEY

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Tulsa Oilers vs. Idaho Steelheads. For tickets and full schedule,

shops opening their doors to show art. TheBradyArtsDistrict.com

please call 800-745-3000 or purchase online at TicketMaster.com.

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JANUARY 26

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(V.I.B.) Elite Preview Event begins at 10 a.m.

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JANUARY 13

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27-SUNDAY, JANUARY 29; VARIOUS TIMES

TULSA TOWN HALL – LUIS ALBERTO URREA

GREEN COUNTRY HOME & GARDEN SHOW

CHAPMAN MUSIC HALL

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Acclaimed writer Luis Alberto Urrea uses his dual-culture life expe-

This three-day extravaganza will feature over 160 unique exhibitors

riences to explore greater themes of love, loss and triumph. Born in

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Tijuana, Mexico, to a Mexican father and an American mother, Urea’s

strating the newest and hottest services for home improvement/

humble beginning to Pulitzer Prize finalist and beloved storyteller is a

repairs, remodeling, gardening, landscaping, lawn care, home insu-

story in itself. He is the author of 14 best-selling books and publica-

lation & energy conservation, home security, home furnishings and

tions in all major genres. TulsaTownHall.com

so much more. Parking and Admission are Free. CoxRadioTulsa.com

OPENS FRIDAY, JANUARY 13; VARIOUS SHOWTIMES

MONDAY, JANUARY 30-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5; HOURS VARY PER DAY

THE COMEDIAN

TULSA BOAT SPORT & TRAVEL SHOW

CIRCLE CINEMA

RIVER SPIRIT EXPO AT EXPO SQUARE

Robert De Niro stars as an aging insult comedian in this new film that

See hundreds of new 2017 model Boats & RVs and thousands of acces-

features an all-star cast including Patti LuPone, Harvey Keitel, and Dan-

sories, all under one roof, From fishing boats to pontoon boats, cruisers to

ny DeVito. For this event and more, please visit CircleCinema.com.

ski boats, wakeboard boats, inflatables and personal watercraft all at the absolute best prices of the year. Great prices on docks, decks, boat lifts, water toys and other accessories. TulsaBoatShow.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Storytimes Arts & Craft Classes

Thursdays at 11:00am Tuesdays at 10:30 & 4:15

Baby & Birthday Register • Arts & Crafts Classes Storytimes • Free Gift Wrap

6-29 Tulsa Glassblowing School Exhibit PAC Gallery 13 Luis Alberto Urrea Tulsa Town Hall 14 TSO Classics: Beethoven’s 4th Symphony 20-21 Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus—Live!

Celebrity Attractions 22 Nathan Gunn Choregus Productions 27-29/ Peter And The Starcatcher Feb. 2-5 Theatre Tulsa 28-29 Paw Patrol Live!

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Parting Thoughts

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Stout Chocola te Brownies

INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup stout beer • 1/4 cup espesso or strong cold brew • 10 ounces 60% bittersweet chocolate chips • 1 cup butter • 1 cup sugar • 1 teaspoon vanilla • ½ teaspoon kosher salt • 3 eggs • 1 cup flour INSTRUCTIONS

• Preheat oven at 250 degrees F. Prepare a 9" X 9" baking pan with parchment paper allowing the paper to hang over the edges and spray with cooking spray.

• Bring stout to a boil and reduce to simmer and cook for about 10 minutes or until reduced to ¼ cup. Set aside to cool.

• In a double boiler or a small bowl atop a small saucepan filled with 1 inch of water, melt chocolate chips and butter over high heat, stirring occasionally, until melted.

• Pour melted chocolate into a medium bowl and cool slightly. Add sugar, vanilla, salt and stout and mix well with a whisk or wooden spoon. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined before adding the next egg.

• Fold flour into mixture and pour into baking pan. Bake for one hour or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan for 2 hours or overnight to firm up for best cutting. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

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