West Fort Worth, TX March 2024

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The Home & Design Issue

While writing this letter I am listening to an album titled “Home” by Josh Garrels. As the record spins from one song to the next, I am reminded of so many of the crucial things in life that the thought of writing about anything else would be a shame.

When you hear the word “home” what is the first thing that comes to mind? The house you grew up in? A group of family members? A spe cific moment in time? If you ask 1,000 people you will likely get 1,000 different answers. That being said, I would bet every answer would elicit a swarm of memories and emotions. Some good and some bad. Everything from late-night laugh fest with family to the pass ing of loved ones.

For some, this question may remind us of loved ones that we have not spoken to in years. For a long time, this was something I could not escape when the word “home” flashed through my mind. For a period, I was estranged from some of my closest family. As the years passed, our families grew larger, but further apart. Through the grace of God and someone taking the first step, making the first call, our families have been reunited! Our home is full again!

As I write this out, the song “At the Table” is playing and tugging at my heartstrings. The song is about the prodigal son and is a great reminder that we are always welcome to go home, and that day will be celebrated! Whether you are the black sheep or the one waiting for them to return, I hope you find it within yourself to reach out to your loved one/ones and get together. I promise there is room at the table.

Thinking of loved ones who have gone on before me brings me a strange mix of emotions. I miss hearing my grandad in his excited voice “ Hey Hunter Man!”, and the smell of homemade cooking from my grandmother’s house ( and the smoke that went along with it). I can only imagine how thrilled they would be to meet my children. Though I miss them like crazy, I know I still have work to do here in my temporary home. I will see them again, but not yet. it’s my turn to create great emotions in my children at the mention of the word “home”.

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March 2024

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Journey through the Jurassic at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors brings dinosaurs to life in an outdoor exhibit.  Starting in January, the gardens placed 12 dinosaurs throughout the Garden, including the mighty  T. rex of North America. Guests will also learn about the supercontinent of Pangea and how geological forces allowed dinosaurs to spread to all corners of the globe.

Fort Worth Country Day breaks ground on a new building

The oldest co-ed college-preparatory school in Fort Worth, broke ground on a state-of-the-art, $25 million Annie Richardson Bass Lower School, which will replace FWCD’s existing Lower School originally built in 1964. Completion is slated for spring 2025.

Butterflies in the Garden.

The planet’s most beautiful pollinators are at Butterflies in the Garden through April 14 in the Rainforest Conservatory of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Guests will experience thousands of breathtaking exotic and native butterflies fluttering through the lush foliage and tropical flowers.

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CAN SOLAR PANELS LIGHTEN YOUR ENERGY BILL?

ARTICLE BY HANNAH BARRICKS

Only in Texas is the sky deeper and bluer than any ocean and more expansive than any prairie, where clouds roll through like tumbleweeds, running off in the summer when even the hardiest Texans pray for shade.

But in those blistering months, solar panel companies see potential, and the industry has significantly grown in the Lonestar State over the past decade.

Solar panels generate energy from the sun that homeowners sell back to the power grid to receive credit on their energy bills. So, anyone with an electric bill can potentially benefit.

Eclipse Solar is a family-run solar power player from the Texas Stockyards, established by brothers Nick and Jason Pavle, three years ago.

"(We joined the industry when) there was a huge need for impeccable customer service, which is what we pride ourselves on," says Nick. "Plus, a lot of our competition isn't local. Most solar companies are California-based companies without a physical presence here."

Besides service, the team at Eclipse Solar saw a gap in the community's understanding of solar power.

"Our goal is to educate homeowners on how solar benefits them and their households, mainly showing them how it makes financial sense," Pavle continues. "Panels can save homeowners a ton of money on their electric bills. We custom build solar systems to offset each individual household consumption, so it's catered to how they specifically use energy."

Eclipse Solar uses software to calculate where to place the solar panels in the home to maximize production and efficiency.

But what if the homeowner moves, leaving a custom solar system?

Thankfully, if an individual owns their panels, it adds value to the home during appraisal, but it's not a dollar-for-dollar match.

"An example we give is a pool installation in someone's backyard," says Nick. "Homeowners can spend $100,000 on a pool, but the appraiser only gives them a $25,000 increase in value. Solar panels do not add dollar-for-dollar value, but contributory value."

According to the national average, homeowners increase their values by 3-5% when they own their solar systems.

"So, if a homeowner bought a $50,000 solar system and lived in a $500,000 house, they can conservatively see a $15,000 increase in value and a 30% tax credit for the total amount," continues Nick. "So, with a $50,000 system, they get a $15,000 tax credit and a $15,000 increase in value, which is a $30,000 return on investment (60%) the day they sign the dotted line."

Nick knows in this scenario that homeowners are spending $50,000 with the power company whether or not they get the panels.

"If a homeowner has an average bill of $300, they're spending $3,600 a year," he says. "Over 20 years without inflation, that would be $72,000, plus, homeowners will never get a 30% tax credit on the $72,000 without increasing the value of their home."

In Nick's example, with a solar system, the homeowner pays off their solar system in 20 years, saves in electrical costs, increases home value, and pockets a tax credit.

The homeowner can continue to benefit from the tax credit by yearly reinvesting in solar.

"It makes more financial sense to switch to solar because they own their power instead of leasing it," says Nick.

The tax credit rolls over after five years if the homeowner doesn't receive the entire amount in the first year, and there is no cap. However, interested parties should know that if a homeowner is retired and does not pay income tax, they are ineligible for the credit.

The system only works if there are quality batteries connected to the panels.

Batteries play a crucial role in solar panel systems, storing excess energy that the panels generate during sunny days for later use.

By storing excess energy, users can draw from their battery reserves during peak demand times or power outages, enhancing energy independence from the power grid.

Eclipse Solar uses Enphase batteries, the safest and strongest on the market.

"Our company is Enphase certified to sell their batteries," explains Nick. "The batteries

will power the home in case of a power outage and store excess power for later."

The systems help homeowners achieve energy independence with their everyday usage.

"We cycle the batteries daily so the homeowners will use solar energy during the day, and at night, we use batteries," he says. "The homeowner rarely uses grid power, and their bills reflect that. We are one of the few companies that build systems this way. We promote 'off-grid systems' even though the system is always tied to the grid."

The batteries also monitor the weather and send text alerts to the homeowners to warn them about inclement weather, a feature only a few companies include.

Thankfully, as steadfastly as the energy demands rise in Texas, the sun shines, and Eclipse Solar has positioned itself next to Helios, riding the ever-evolving energy landscape in his chariot.

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A TRAVELING RESTAURANT IS REDEFINING THE DINNER PARTY

Launching in 2021, Heshima is a traveling fourcourse dinner party and culinary experience brought to life by Micah Labrosse, a born and raised Fort Worthian. Labrosse fell in love with cooking at an early age, influenced by the tastes and smells of his immigrant parents’ culture.

“We grew up on a farm with goats and chickens. So, it was common for us to eat fresh produce and farm-raised meat,” says Labrosse pragmatically about the east-side family farm from his memories.

The child of a Tanzanian father, a country just South of Kenya, Labrosse’s parents introduced him to diverse cuisines from India and France, influenced by Polynesia, but also Tex Mex.

“After I got married, I loved having friends and family come over for dinner,” he says. “And one day, someone said I should open a small restaurant, and I looked into it.”

From the fated suggestion, Heshima, the Swahili word for community, respect, and honor, was born; a traveling four-course dinner party and culinary experience unlike any other.

The dinner travels to the host, which means Labrosse is cooking anywhere and everywhere, including private parties at the host’s home and occasionally for business groups at corporate venues.

“The first thing we do when someone books us is sit them down and discuss the menu,”

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says Labrosse. “When you work with a catering company, they only have limited options to choose from. We go a step above that. We want you to feel a part of the experience when we build the menu.”

The menu at a Heshima dinner tells a culinary story from the host’s perspective, using their favorite foods or a recent vacation spot to influence the meal.

“If a client tells me they went to Italy last year, I’ll build something authentic that they could experience in that region of Italy,” he says. “And then I’ll try to sneak in some Texas influence.”

Labrosse also crafts drink pairings for his meals, choosing wine and cocktails that compliment the flavors on the plate.

“The whole experience is about community,” he says. “Giving the table a story and taking them on a journey. I want the host to be able to explain the menu and own the experience.”

While the staff serves each course, Labrosse approaches the table, giving the guests information about the meal and stepping in as a master of ceremonies.

“Our job is to help guide the process,” he says. “I want the host to be excited about the menu we came up with and ready to get out there. Our goal is to innovate the art of hosting.”

Since starting Heshima, Labrosse’s favorite part of the job is watching table conversations go from a slow simmer to a roaring boil as people come together in a shared experience.

He recalls a dinner where different couples from the tech industry came to the dinner as strangers but left as best friends.

“They were exchanging numbers outside and making plans for the future,” he concludes. “I think people connect to stories, and that’s what we do. We try to draw people in with a story.”

And as Heshima gains traction in Fort Worth as an exceptional group experience, their story continues.  weareheshima.com

“After I got married, I loved having friends and family come over for dinner. And one day, someone said I should open a small restaurant, and I looked into it.”

“The whole experience is about community. Giving the table a story and taking them on a journey. I want the host to be able to explain the menu and own the experience.”

“Our job is to help guide the process. I want the host to be excited about the menu we came up with and ready to get out there. Our goal is to innovate the art of hosting.”

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GATHER AT THE TABLE

Setting time aside to gather as a family around the dinner table is a great way to connect without the distractions from the things that pull us away from the ones we love. Both the Maple Harvest Salad and Beignets can be prepared in advance for the busy families on the go. Enjoy!

maple harvest salad

INGREDIENTS Serves 1

• 1 portion Honey Roasted Cauliflower (3 oz.)

• 2 oz. Pomegranate seeds

• 3 oz. chopped Kale

• 2 oz. thinly sliced Brussel Sprouts

• 5 oz. Maple Molasses Dressing

DIRECTIONS

Toss all the ingredients, aside from the pomegranate seeds, into a large mixing bowl. Pour in the maple molasses dressing and lightly toss everything together, until everything has been coated in the dressing. Place on the middle of a plate, in a mound, sprinkle the pomegranate seeds over the salad.

INGREDIENTS

Honey Roasted Cauliflower (Yields 5 - 6 portions)

• 1 lb. of Cauliflower Florets

• 2 oz. Salt

• .5 oz. Black Pepper

• 8 oz. Honey

• 8 oz. Oil

DIRECTIONS

Chop cauliflower into small floret pieces. Combine everything together and toss until the cauliflower is evenly coated, roast in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 mins.

INGREDIENTS

Maple Molasses Dressing (Yields 1 quart, 8 servings)

• 4.5 oz. Apple Cider Vinegar

• 3 oz. Maple Syrup

• 3 oz. Molasses

• 0.5 oz. Mustard

• 11.5 oz. Soy Milk

• 10.5 oz. Olive Oil

chicken parmesan

INGREDIENTS

• Chicken Breast

• Spaghetti

• Marinara Sauce

• Fresh Mozzarella slices

• Panko Breading

DIRECTIONS

Bread the chicken breast in the panko breading, then fry at 350 degrees F, until the internal temperature reaches about 170 Degrees F. In the meantime, slowly reheat the cooked spaghetti in the marinara sauce, once hot, set aside. After the chicken breast reaches the 170 degrees internal temp, spread the mozzarella onto the chicken breast and melt in the oven for about 3-5 mins. Twist the spaghetti into a nest, and place onto the plate. and place the chicken breast over the top of the pasta.

INGREDIENTS

Marinara Sauce (yields 8 - 10 servings)

• 1 #10 Can Crushed Tomatoes

• 1 lb. Onions, Diced

• 1/2 lb. Carrots, Diced

• 1/2 lb. Celery, Diced

• 1 oz. Garlic Cloves

• 1/2 oz. Dried Basil

• 2 Bay Leafs

• 500 ml Red Wine

• 4 oz. Water

• 2 oz. Sugar

• 4 oz. Oil

• 1/2 oz. Dried Oregano

• 2 grams Crushed Red Pepper

• 1/2 lb. Parm Cheese

• 1/2 oz. Black Pepper

• 8 oz. Tomato Paste

DIRECTIONS

In a large stock pot, preheat the oil until it reaches the smoking point. Add the diced vegetables and begin to sweat on high heat, once translucent, add the sugar and allow vegetables to brown and caramelize. Once Caramelized, add tomato paste and allow to brown. Deglaze with the red wine and reduce by half. Add canned tomatoes, spices and herbs, and the water. Allow to simmer over medium heat for about 1-2 hours. Transfer to a blender and blend on high speed until fully mixed, manually whisk in the parm cheese.

beignets

INGREDIENTS

• 16 oz. Butter

• 32 oz. Water

• 32 oz. Flour

• 16 Eggs

• pinch Salt

• pinch Sugar

DIRECTIONS

Bring the butter and water to a boil, incorporate the flour, salt, and sugar and fold over until the batter forms into a cohesive ball, with no patches of dry flour. Allow to cool for about 10 mins before throwing the batter into a stand mixer. With the paddle attachment slowly incorporate the eggs, one at a time, until the batter has absorbed all the eggs. Scoop into one ounce balls and fry in preheated oil at 325 degrees F, rotating the beignets for about 15 mins. Allow to cool and let the steam hollow out the inside of the beignets. Stuff with your choice of filling and sprinkle with powdered sugar and place on to a plate.

INGREDIENTS

Chocolate Mousse -

Yields 5 - 6 servings

• 1-8 oz. Vanilla Pudding Mix

• 8 oz. Heavy Cream

• 32 oz. Milk

• 12 oz. Dark Chocolate

• 1/2 oz. Vanilla Extract

• 8 oz. Cool Whip

• 16 oz. Dark Cocoa Powder

DIRECTIONS

1. Melt the dark chocolate into the heavy cream over a double boiler on the stovetop over medium high heat. Once mixed, allow 10 minutes to cool.

2. Meanwhile, mix all other ingredients together using a stand mixer until well combined. Slowly incorporate the melted dark chocolate/heavy cream mixture until well combined. Using a spatula, place chocolate mousse into a piping bag.

THE MODERN CONTINUES TO CONNECT COMMUNITIES WITH ART

THE FORT WORTH INSTITUTION WELCOMES PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, located in the heart of the Cultural District, is an imposing yet delicate building designed by renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando. Surrounded by outdoor sculptures, ponds, and grassy lawns, you know you’re entering a special place as you walk into the high-ceilinged galleries filled with light.

Founded by 25 women in 1892, Texas’ oldest museum focuses on post-1940s contemporary and modern art. “We have abstract expressionists from

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New York and contemporary living artists. We continue to collect and acquire work internationally in all mediums and have been working on balancing out our collection to showcase historically underrepresented groups,” says Director of Communications Kendal Smith Lake.

Whether it’s for a special exhibition or permanent residence in the museum, the curatorial department spends hours researching, visiting galleries, working with world-famous institutions like the Whitney Museum of American Art, and requesting loans from private collectors to put together a collection the curators feel is important to show. “The work displayed and collected is a product of years

of exhibition and program planning,” says assistant curator Clare Milliken.

Strolling through The Modern, your first instinct will be to head directly to the permanent collection, where you’ll find works by Francis Bacon, Dallas native David Bates, Lorna Simpson, Roy Lichtenstein, Jackson Pollack, Pablo Picasso, and Andy Warhol. The museum also showcases local talent like The Fort Worth School, a modern art movement based in Cow Town. Artwork is sometimes installed chronologically and sometimes thematically, but always with the utmost thought and care to the museum’s mission to show a preeminent selection of contemporary and modern art.

“WE WANT OUR COMMUNITY TO COME AND BE THEMSELVES AND EXPERIENCE ART. WE’RE A PLACE FOR PEOPLE TO LEARN.

Your next chance to experience a fresh take on this thoughtful planning is coming soon. Inspired by the history of Surrealism in the Caribbean, Surrealism and Us: Caribbean and African Diasporic Artists since 1940 is running from March 10 - July 28, 2024, and it is the first intergenerational show dedicated to Caribbean and African diasporic art presented at the museum. According to Lake, this exhibition explores how Caribbean and Black artists interpreted a modernist movement. There are over 50 works of varying medium types: painting, drawing, installations, sculpture, and video. Expect to see works from artists like Benny Andrews, Suzanne Césaire, and Toni Morrison, to name a few.

“Expanding the conversation on Surrealism in American and international art, this exhibition enriches the canon by highlighting Black and Caribbean artists’ engagements with the movement. This is one of the first shows of Caribbean artists in the region, and I am excited to share it with our audiences,” commented exhibition curator María Elena Ortiz.

The Modern is a place for people from all walks of life. There’s free admission every Friday, and the museum is open until 8 pm. The reoccurring First Friday includes happy hour, light bites from the cafe’s head chef, and a museum tour. On the first Sunday of every month, kids and adults can enjoy a drawing class, the museum’s

film series—Magnolia at the Modern— shows poignant films on the weekend, and the outdoor sculpture garden and pond are an experience on their own. In March, families will want to check out ART Break, a special series during Spring Break week. From 11 am - 3 pm, kids ages 18 and under enjoy free admission, and there are stations throughout the museum where guests can chat with a community artist and work on a gallery project that focuses on various works.

“We want our community to come and be themselves and experience art. We’re a place for people to learn. Not everyone will like everything, but we hope someone will connect with something and leave with inquisitiveness,” says Lake.

When asked what artwork people shouldn’t miss at The Modern, Lake has a few must-see works to share. For starters, Richard Sera’s Vortex, a 67-foot tall steel outside sculpture, is a gathering place for museum guests. “People sing and make music. The echo creates this audio that gets spread really far. It’s a cool participatory piece of art,” she says. Kind of Blue, by new-media and installation artist Jenny Holzer, is a blue LED light installation that creates an incredible reflection in the pond, and the sculpture titled A Ladder for Booker T. Washington, by Martin Puyear, is a community favorite, according to Lake.

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ACTIVITY IDEAS FOR KIDS OVER SPRING BREAK

ARTICLE BY LISA VAN HORNE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELSEY HUFFER

Spring Break is here, and the opportunities for fun activities for kids of all ages are endless. Dive into these ideas for hands-on projects that will inspire creative, playful learning for kids—and their adults too!

materials

• 8 Pieces of Scrap Wood: Size accordingly to use for the robot’s head, body, arms, legs and feet

• 2 Screws

• Screwdriver

• Sandpaper

• Safety Glasses

• Wood Glue

• Junk Parts

instructions

Safety First!

Gather your materials and put on your safety glasses. Set up in a place with plenty of space and where making a mess is okay.

Step 1: Sand

Using sandpaper, sand each piece of wood until it’s smooth, paying extra attention to the scruffy areas.

Step 2: Attach

Using a screwdriver, twist one screw into each of the robot’s arms, then attach the arms to the body.

Step 3: Glue

Using wood glue or a glue gun, build your robot from the bottom up in a standing position. Allow the glue to dry.

Step 4: Decorate and Activate

Glue various pieces of junk to your robot. Think about how the junk can help give your robot personality and super skills! Ideas for junk items to use include cardboard pieces, plastic lids, egg carton pieces, corks and bottle caps. You can also use markers or paint to decorate your robot.

Step 5: Clean Up and Play

Clean up your work area and store any leftover materials. Then take your new robot friend out into the world to play!

Note: This project includes real tools and materials. Make at your own risk. Safety glasses and adult supervision are highly recommended.

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BUILD A JUNK ROBOT

Recommended Age: 3+ with adult support, 5-11 independent

MAKE A WATER XYLOPHONE

Recommended Age: All ages

directions

1. Collect household glasses. To create an octave, collect eight of the same glasses. However, feel free to experiment with different sizes of glasses if you’d like.

2. Fill each glass with water to different levels. The lower the level of the water, the higher the pitch will be. Tune the “xylophone” to scale (some patience required!) or play around with different pitches.

3. Tap the glasses lightly with a metal spoon to hear the different pitches you’ve created. Play around with creating your own tunes and songs by exploring the different pitches of each water glass.

Tip: Play some of your favorite music in the background to tap along to!

ingredients

• 1 cup flour

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• ½ cup hot water

• 4 scallions, sliced

• Oil for cooking

• Soy sauce for dipping

instructions

1. In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well and add the sesame oil, then stir in water. Knead until a dough forms. Add more water if necessary. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 20 minutes.

2. Cut dough into four pieces. On a floured work surface, roll dough into a thin circle and sprinkle with sliced scallion. Roll dough into a long rope, then coil the rope by taking the short end and rolling it towards the opposite short end (so that it looks like a spiral). Using a rolling pin, roll coiled dough out into a disc.

3. Heat oil in a pan and pan fry scallion pancake until browned, then flip to cook the second side. Repeat with remaining pancakes and serve with soy sauce.

SCALLION PANCAKES

Recommended Age: 5+ with adult support

Handmade Soap

Add a spa-like feel to your home with this refreshing soap recipe that's simple to make at home.

ARTICLE BY ANGI HOCKETT | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

The art of soap making has come a long way since our grandmothers’ day. All the nourishing oils, beautiful colors, scents and exfoliants would have been a dream to her. Today, it is easy to custom make soap for any skin type. Adding oils such as avocado, olive, jojoba, and argon are just a few ingredients to make a rich smooth bar.

Not only do handmade soaps get super-fatted oils to add moisture, they can also include some amazing exfoliants, additives and scents. A few of my favorites are honey, aloe juice, goat’s milk, activated charcoal and clays.

If you want to get started making soap try this simple pour and mold recipe.

ingredients

• 2 lb. goat’s milk melt-and-pour soap

• 1 lemon rind, zested

• 3 tablespoons of dried lavender buds

• 2 tablespoons of honey

• 15 drops of lavender essential oil

• 6 drops of lemon essential oil

• jar or bowl for melting soap base

• Silicone mold

directions

lavender honey

lemon soap

Chop soap into smaller pieces. It will melt faster this way. Place in bowl and microwave (or double boil). Be careful to watch soap and not let it burn.  If you are using microwave, heat in 30 second increments, stirring frequently. Once soap is melted add your essential oils first. Once essential oils have been added and mixed thoroughly, add the lavender buds, lemon zest and honey. Have your mold ready to go, on a flat, even surface. You’ll want to move quickly before the soap cools too much. Mix everything thoroughly again, and pour mixture into mold. Let the soap cool for 2-3 hours until bars are completely solid. Wrap or package however you like.

Recipe from Sisoo.com

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Recent Sports Highlights

Ryland has been a varsity baseball pitcher for All Saints Episcopal since his Freshman year. He has been the starting Friday night pitcher the last two seasons and has twice been named TAPPS 6A District 1 Honorable Mention pitcher. He has played travel baseball with the Dulins Dodgers and the Dallas Patriots for the past three summers where he has competed in the top amateur tournaments in the nation and was ranked a top 500 player in Texas by Perfect Game.

Personal Highlights

In addition to baseball, Ryland is a 4.0 student at All Saints and is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist in a classic rock band - SMOKED HONEY - with four other local students. He is a self-trained musician who learned to play guitar watching YouTube videos over the past year during downtime on baseball road trips.

Maintaining Balance with Sports and School

All Saints has provided Ryland with great teachers and staff that have taught him the importance of time management. Additionally, playing baseball his entire life has helped him develop discipline and leadership. Together, these traits have created the foundation that has allowed Ryland to not only succeed in the classroom, but also on the baseball field.

Plans for the Future

Ryland is currently focused on getting in the best possible shape to compete on the baseball field his Senior year and will evaluate future baseball opportunities at the end of the season while also pursuing the dream of attending the University of Texas or TCU to major in Business/Economics.

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Rich Hues and Tiny Details Make This Custom Design Project Shine

ARTICLE BY GABBY CULLEN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LINDY HUDMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

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““I listened to my client, so I knew exactly what storage she needed. When you decide on custom, you are able to create the scenery and make it come alive.”

While interior designer Courtney McClymond has always found inspiration in modern classical architecture, she also loves what happens underneath a project, the things people might not notice at first glance. “I love to elevate spaces to reveal good color texture and layering and to bring out the space in the most beautiful way. There is a certain alchemy to spatially designing a room and creating an aesthetic to evoke beauty from a client's underlying desire for functionality,” she says.

During a recent master suite renovation in a 1950s home, Courtney knew that while her clients’ tastes ran to classic traditional, there were

plenty of modern amenities they wanted to incorporate, like heated floors, a steam shower, convenient outlets, and an inlaid niche above the bathtub.

According to McClymond, the inspiration for the bathroom started with the wallcovering. “After showing my client a few favorite selections, she fell in love with Mary McDonald's "Chinois Palais" in lettuce green. The panel scheme features a luxurious green background with enchanting cherry blossom trees and exotic birds. I color-matched the panels with Sherwin Williams Lounge Green, and it created a simply remarkable effect against the white, porcelain

marble floors with an inlaid powder blue-marble border. I balanced the green with Benjamin Moore White Dove cabinetry and gold mirrors and sconces. The effect is simply beautiful.”

The white quartzite slabs, a surprise choice from the client, ended up being another one of her favorite bathroom design elements: “The creamy whitish-grey of the slabs fused very well against the white dove cabinetry, and the veins offered a beautiful, contrasting drama to the Lounge Green walls,” she says.

From there, the closet and master bedroom upgrades flowed perfectly with the master bath. They combined two small closets with a small guest room to create a space with modern amenities like a spring/summer and fall/winter section, deep drawers for sweaters, and standing dressers. “I listened to my client, so I knew exactly what storage she needed. When you decide on custom, you are able to create the scenery and make it come alive,” said McClymond.

Courtney had a lot of fun with this project, which she says was a group effort. “The clients leaned on me, trusted me, allowed me to use my creativity, and I leaned on all my tradespeople to achieve that outcome.”

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MARCH 2024

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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

MARCH 1ST

Fort Worth Music Festival and Conference

Fort Worth Stockyards | 9:00 AM

Guests will enjoy panel discussions,  networking opportunities, workshops, and live performances and presentations by well-established and highly respected live music industry executives.

MARCH 1ST

Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Billy Bob's Texas | 6:00 PM

The prestigious event honors Individuals who have demonstrated excellence in competition, business, and support of rodeo and the Western Lifestyle in Texas. The Class of 2024 Inductees are Tomas Garcilazo, Skeeter Hagler, Dave Scott III, Fallon Taylor, and our Spirit of Texas Award Recipient – Ray Benson.

MARCH 1ST

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Featuring Jennifer Corning Lucio

Bass Performance Hall | 7:30 PM

For this concert, renowned conductor Anne Manson teams up with FWSO’s principal oboist Jennifer Corning Lucio for Ralph Vaughn Williams’ haunting Oboe Concerto.

MARCH 1ST

Whitey Morgan and the 78's

Billy Bob's Texas | 10:00 PM

Country music band, Whitey Morgan and the 78's, is behind hits like "Wild and Reckless," and "Waitin' Round to Die." Don't miss the outlaws as they burn through Cowtown.

MARCH 2ND

Band of Heathens

Billy Bob's Texas | 10:00 PM

From Austin, Texas, Band of Heathens is still independent and touring the area with their latest album  Simple Things.

MARCH 2ND

Sit. Stay. Sparkle.

River Ranch Stockyards | 6:00 PM

Canine Companions invites dog lovers from Fort Worth to dress in their best denim and diamonds for an evening with service dogs in training, powerful stories, a live and silent auction, and unlimited wine and beer with a BBQ dinner. Canine Companion is a non-profit that trains service dogs for children, adults and veterans with disabilities.

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MARCH 3RD

Iris Dittler: Body as Place Exhibit

Fort Worth Community Arts Center

6:00 PM

Iris Dittler´s work is a mix of contemporary dance and visual art, where she choreographs situations between groups of objects, occasionally combining them with live performances.

MARCH 7TH

Fall Out Boy with Jimmy Eat World

Dickie's Arena | 6:30 PM

The So Much for Tour Dust blows through Fort Worth for a Thursday night of throwback skater jams.

MARCH 8TH

The Music of John Williams

Bass Performance Hall | 7:30 PM

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra celebrates the life of legendary composer John Williams by showcasing his iconic scores for the Harry Potter movies, Star Wars, ET, Hook, and more.

MARCH 8TH

Matt Anderson

Southside Preservation Hall

8:00 PM

Anderson's latest album, The Big Bottle of Joy, is all about hard-won celebration and features a dozen songs inspired by blues-rock, Americana, folk, and gospel music.

MARCH 9TH

The American Women's Basketball Championship

Dickie's Arena | 6:00 PM

The AAC Basketball Championships return to Dickies Arena on March 9-17, with the Womens basketball championships March 9-13.

MARCH 15TH

Dylan Wheeler

Billy Bob's Texas | 10:00 PM

After his debut studio album in 2022,  Times Are Changing,  the country rocker has been throwing a party all over DFW with his catchy hits.

MARCH 28TH

VIP Total Health and Hydration Local Event

VIP Total Health and Hydration 4:00 PM

Introducing their new medical device: Emsella. FDA-approved and can treat Urinary Incontinence, Improve Sexual Health and Wellness in both men and women. Introductory pricing for the first 50 clients who purchase a package of treatments. Light food and drinks will be served as well as specials on other services.

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COCKTAIL CLUB

Enjoy this refreshing cocktail for a soft, round and subtly sweet taste with a fruity fresh kick.

HAKU LYCHEE MARTINI

ingredients:

• 2 oz. HAKU® Japanese Craft Vodka

• 1 oz. house made lychee simple syrup

directions:

1. Combine ingredients

2. Shake vigorously over ice

3. Strain and serve up in a chilled martini glass

4. Garnish with a lychee

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