PROSPER - Life & Luxury Magazine | November 2020

P rosper Life & Luxury Magazine™

Prosper’s Community Magazine Since 2012 | WeAreProsper.com

November 2020 | Issue 112

New Location Now Open!!

1450 N Preston Rd, Ste 60 | Prosper, TX 75078

Cosmetic Dermatology

Botox, Dysport | Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra IPL | Stretch Marks | Laser hair removal Microdermabrasion | Chemical peels Skin care evaluation and treatment

Medical Dermatology

Skin cancer screening | Skin cancer surgery Mole evaluation and/or removal Psoriasis treatment | Wart treatment Rashes evaluated | Acne treatment GENERAL DERMATOLOGY | COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY | SKIN CARE

1450 N Preston Rd, Suite 60 | Prosper, TX 75078

972-316-4555 McGuinessDermatology.com

Dr. Thomas Chandler

Proudly serving the Prosper community and surrounding areas.

Dr. Jeff Gilson

Continuing his 10 years of clinical Excellence in Prosper!

Smile Makeovers | Adult/Children’s Braces | Implants | Bridges | Wisdom Teeth Removal | IV Sedation Available Partials/Crowns | Gum Disease Treatment | Zoom! In-Office Whitening | Dentures | Veneers | Root Canal Therapy Most Insurances Accepted & Filed | Emergency Appointments Available | In-Office Sleep Dentistry

New Promotions Monthly!

972-346-2080 110 N. Preston Rd. Suite #10 Prosper, TX 75078

$112

New Patient Special. Exam, cleaning, and X-Rays. $380 value*

Free

Free

Orthodontic Consultation and Treatment Plan. $400 value

Electric Toothbrush Heads For Life**

Offers have no cash value, and cannot be combined with any other offers. Subject to changes and limitations, call for details. *New patients only, cannot be used with insurance. Regular value $380 includes healthy mouth cleaning, full mouth radiographs, and exam.** After cleaning and with purchase of Sonicare Flexcare Platinum Professional from the practice. Toothbrush head given at semi-annual cleaning/examination. Some limitations may apply. Regular value $155 toothbrush, and $30 toothbrush head 2-pack

www.ProsperDentistryAndOrtho.com

Shop and Compare HEALTH INSURANCE TODAY! 5 Minutes could save you up to 40% on your Monthly Premiums! Contact TIG Today Caring for You and Your Family’s Health

Trinity, Luke, Tammy & Ethan Elliott

Luke Elliott has been a licensed insurance agent serving Collin County for 20 years. He and his family are Proud Prosper residents and look forward to serving their community!

Trinity Insurance Group Specializes in Private Health Insurance for Individuals, Families, and Small Business Owners including Traditional PPO, Dental, Vision, Accident & Life in TX, OK, GA, LA, MO, FL & NC.

Trinity Insurance Group Prosper, TX www.TrinityInsuranceGrp.com @TrinityInsuranceGroup Luke Elliott, M.G.A. 972-571-7458

“Luke Elliott was very friendly and knowledgeable with helping us choose an insurance plan to best meet our family’s needs.”

-Xiomi, Aguilera BJJ, Prosper, TX

Rustic Industrial.

Small town mentality.

Cold beer and good people.

Best Brick Oven Pizza in North Texas

214-842-1135 204 W Broadway Prosper, Texas 75078

What’s Inside Family 8

Life & Luxury Magazine™

Make Quality Time Thanksgiving’s Secret Ingredient

Community 10 Skip the Holi-daze To Truly Connect, We Must Find Times to Disconnect

14

A Thank You Letter from Councilman Curry Vogelsang

16

Prosper Person of the year

Creative Director Jason Reynolds Jason@CedarbrookMedia.com Director of Sales & Marketing Mark Mattison Mark@CedarbrookMedia.com Photography Jason Reynolds - Cedarbrook Media Group www.CedarbrookMedia.com

17 Cornerstone Homefront 18 Get Your Home Ready for Work and School

this Winter Considering a Fall or Winter Container for your Home?

In Good Taste 22 Flavorful Holiday Dishes Prepped in Minutes

for Small Gatherings 24

November 2020 | Issue 112 Publisher Heather Reynolds Heather@CedarbrookMedia.com

12

20

P rosper

Enjoy Seasonal Favorites with Fall Comfort Foods

Production/Design Cedarbrook Media Group, LLC Design@CedarbrookMedia.com Editorial Please send editorial considerations to Editor@CedarbrookMedia.com PROSPER - Life & Luxury Magazine PO Box 405, Prosper, Texas 75078 972.347.6231 www.LifeAndLuxuryMagazine.com/Celina Advertising Information For media kits, contact Advertising at

972.347.6231 Email Advertising@CedarbrookMedia.com

Life & Luxury Magazine Your Community - Your Lifestyle

Fashion & Beauty 26 Weekday To Weekend Sweater Dressing 28

Common Causes of Rosacea

Travel 30 How Family Travel Has Changed Throughout

the Years FIND OUT MORE ABOUT PROSPER! For up to date news, events and web-exclusive content visit

Follow us @Weareprosper

www.weareprosper.com

Contributing Writers Heather Reynolds | Ray Smith | Dr. Holly Ferguson Jimmie Gibson | Stacy Cate | Curry Vogelsang | Dr. Michael McGuiness Contributing Photography Cedarbrook Media Group

6 | WeAreProsper.com

PROSPER | FRISCO | MCKINNEY | CELINA | ANNA | LOVEJOY

www.Life&LuxuryMagazine.com

A Cedarbrook Media Group, LLC Publication www.CedarbrookMedia.com

CEDARBROOKMEDIA Magazines | Photography | Design

PROSPER Life & Luxury Magazine is wholly owned and published by Cedarbrook Media Group, LLC. PROSPER Life & Luxury Magazine is published 12 times a year. No portion of this publication may be reproduced or copied whole or in part without expressed written permission from the publisher, Cedarbrook Media Group, LLC. ©2020. All Rights Reserved Worldwide. The title and all material are protected by international copyright laws and are reserved. Although the greatest of care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this magazine at time of going to press, neither PROSPER Life & Luxury Magazine nor Cedarbrook Media Group, LLC can be held liable for omissions, inexactness or errors.

CHILDREN + TEENS + ADULTS

Dr. Trevor P. Bodine Orthodontic Specialist

Call today to schedule your complimentary orthodontic or Invisalign exam.

821 N. Coleman, Suite 110, Prosper, TX 75078

972.347.1700

www.bodineorthodontics.com

Check out our 5 star reviews!

$0 Down, 0% Interest, 0 Excuses!

• • •

In-Network with most dental plans Conveniently Located across from Reynolds Middle School Most before/after school appointments

Life & Luxury Magazine Family

Make Quality Time Thanksgiving’s Secret Ingredient erhaps more than usual, the centerpiece this Thanksgiving won’t be Pcasserole the turkey, the stuffing or even family-famous recipes for sweet potato or pumpkin pie. Instead, when gathering around a table with

loved ones, the precious moments of togetherness will be what many families treasure most. This year, give yourself permission to savor the holiday and all its pleasures as a participant, rather than a harried host.

Make the prep part of the party.

If you’re hosting a small group of friends or family, invite a few guests over early to fill your kitchen with laughter and plenty of able hands to help prepare the meal. If space is at a premium, enlist help by asking guests to do some of the prep work at home or simply plan a potluck meal with everyone bringing a dish that’s ready to serve.

Ditch cleanup duty.

More casual celebrations are in the plans for 65% of people this season, according to a survey conducted by the Chinet® brand, and more than 80% of respondents agreed using disposable tableware can help reduce stress that may arise during the holiday season. Cleanup may be a necessary evil after a large Thanksgiving meal, but it need not take hours from your day. Instead, rely on a disposable option like Chinet Classic White plates, which are strong enough to serve the heaviest, messiest meals with style. The convenient, microwave-safe line makes cleanup easy since you can simply toss them when you’re done. For example, dinner and compartment plates and trays are perfect for enjoying fullscale meals along with platters, bowls and napkins. Or, if your family prefers a more casual get-together with snacks and treats, appetizer and dessert plates offer easy ways for guests to serve themselves.

8 | WeAreProsper.com

Stick to the essentials.

Instead of giving into your urge to serve everyone’s favorites, limit your menu to a few crowd-pleasers. One style of stuffing will do, and it’s unlikely anyone will notice if you skip a few sides. Tone it down to the must-haves and let the others fall away. You may be surprised by how much time you can save. After all, you probably don’t need five different pies when you’ll end up serving just a slice or two from each.

Shop for shortcuts.

If there is a dish or two that everyone counts on, go ahead and honor tradition. Otherwise, shop for time-trimming alternatives at the store.

The salad bar typically offers a wealth of prepped ingredients like chopped onion and crumbled bacon, and there are a wide range of prepared foods you can simply heat and serve. Also check into the deli’s holiday specials; many stores offer bulk orders of freshly prepared items like mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce and salads.

WAYNE BARTLEY

Simpler serving.

Using your fine china can lead to a time-consuming effort in both setting it all out and cleaning those dishes at the end of the night.

With an option like Chinet Cut Crystal plates, cups and wineglasses, you can add a touch of style to any event. The fully coordinated line of tableware allows you to dine in style then toss it all and move on to enjoying the rest of the day.

Make Way for New Traditions Although there’s plenty of comfort to be found in holiday traditions, this year is the perfect excuse to mix things up a little and infuse some new ideas into your celebration.

Pass on family recipes. A traditional turkey dinner complete with a variety of seasonal sides and desserts is a staple for many families. To help ensure the tradition continues, use the extra time you may have together to teach older children how to prepare specific dishes that have been passed down through the generations. You could also have different family members like siblings or adult children take over making specific dishes, such as the turkey or pumpkin pie.

Share your good fortune. It’s been a rough year for many, in several different ways. If you and yours are able, dedicating a portion of your day to helping those who’ve fared worse can be a powerful bonding experience. Not only do you share the feel-good vibes that come from helping others, the experience can open your eyes to the many blessings you and your loved ones share.

Car ing for Clients and Community

972.658.5108 | WB@MONUMENTSTAR.COM

WAYNE BARTLEY, REALTOR

®

Dream it.. Build it.. Live it..

15550 Preston Rd | Frisco, Texas | 469-644-7665 www.prestigepp.com

Add group entertainment. If your family’s norm is to scatter as soon as the meal is done, or to scarf down a plate before returning to the gridiron action, look for ways to bring everyone together. Organize a board game tournament or gather a group to take a walk through the neighborhood and reminisce.

Learn a new skill. Discover something new about your loved ones by inviting one or two (or more) to share a special skill with the group.

You can develop a new appreciation after an afternoon chatting while learning how to crochet, perform magic card tricks or make DIY decor for the holiday season.

Make a game of giving thanks. Ask each guest to jot down something they’re thankful for as they arrive. Later, after everyone has settled in, take turns drawing the cards, reading them aloud and letting everyone guess whose good tidings they’re hearing. It can be an easy way to catch up and allow you to celebrate special moments with one another.

Now Open inside our Showroom!

Find more time-saving ideas for a Thanksgiving filled with warm memories at MyChinet.com.

WeAreProsper.com | 9

Life & Luxury Magazine Family

SKIP THE HOLI-DAZE

How to spend added time making memories

Making time to reconnect with loved ones is a wish topping many lists this holiday season, so set aside the chaos and commit to doing more this year. More of what you truly enjoy, that is.

potatoes are a notorious last-minute time suck, so make them early in the day and keep them warm in a slow cooker. Just add a bit of cream and stir periodically to keep them soft and fluffy.

These time-saving holiday hacks from the Chinet® brand can help curb your time commitments so you can focus on personal connections and celebrating good cheer with loved ones instead.

Simplify cleanup.

Spread out prep time.

If you’re busy putting the final touches on a meal as guests begin to arrive, you’ll miss out on the excitement as the party begins. Rely on tricks to spread your meal preparation out over the days before your event, such as making sides and casseroles ahead of time and freezing them so all you have to do on the big day is pop them in the oven. Mashed 10 | WeAreProsper.com

After enjoying a meal surrounded by loved ones, there’s no reason to halt the conversation while you slip away to bring order back to the kitchen. Cover dishes and put perishables away then return to your guests for the quality time you deserve. If you use disposable tableware, there’s even less to worry about later. For example, Chinet Classic White products make cleanup easy so you can spend more time with friends, family and guests. The plates and bowls are strong enough to serve the heaviest, messiest meals with style then you can simply toss them when you’re done.

Shop local for shortcuts.

Local businesses are feeling the crunch of 2020 in a big way, but you can give them a boost while doing yourself a time-saving favor. Pick up a pie or specialty dessert from a local bakery. Inquire about family-size sides from the family restaurants in your community. Also remember to check with school-age children you know, as many seasonal fundraisers offer pre-made holiday desserts and other treats you can share with guests with minimal effort.

LIVE NATIVITY

Get out of the house.

If you’ve spent too much time this year looking at your own surroundings, getting away from it all may lift your spirits while saving the hours you’d pour into getting your home ready for entertaining. Community groups with their own facilities often have space available to rent, and these spaces are typically large enough to maintain social distancing requirements and are subject to rigorous cleaning protocols. Alternately, if you’re keeping the guest list small, renting a vacation home offers the opportunity to turn the seasonal celebration into a short road trip for added memories and joy.

With some simple decorations, you can create a fun atmosphere for your holiday event and skip the headaches of hosting at home.

Go short and sweet.

If the idea of a full-fledged dinner event is stretching you too thin, look for festive ways to scale back. For example, a dessert-only party lets you gather with loved ones and keep the focus on the company rather than the food. Plan themed stations with different styles of desserts and consider asking family members to help stock each station with their own favorite treats. Add a touch of style by placing a stack of Chinet Cut Crystal dessert plates at each station so guests can sample all their favorites while they mingle. The collection also includes cups and stemless wine glasses ideal for a beverage table or single servings of desserts like mousse or parfaits.

Saturday, December 12, 2020 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

FREE to the Public 100 Chicken Street, Weston

Near FM 455 & FM 543 Intersection

(972) 382-3347 ‫ ׀‬FCCWeston@outlook.com ‫ ׀‬www.firstchristianweston.com

CELEBRATE LIKE IT’S 2020 After a whirlwind of a year, this holiday season promises to be a little different than those of years past. Instead of lamenting what won’t be the same, treat this year as an opportunity to deck the halls in a whole new way.

Invite technology to the party.

With group gatherings and travel restrictions likely to continue in many parts of the country through the holiday season, there’s a good chance you may not be able to gather with everyone you’d like. However, the pandemic has shown how simple it can be to use technology to stay connected. Go ahead and schedule a virtual party or make time to jump on a video chat during your celebration to include those who can’t be there in person. To help add a touch of normalcy to the festivities, consider packaging and sending small boxes of party essentials in advance to each person who’ll join the virtual party.

ATHLETIC RECOVERY WELLNESS PAIN RELIEF BEAUTY

Make giving a group effort.

Helping those in need is a tradition many people honor around the holidays, but this year your giving is likely to be especially impactful. When you join efforts with family or friends, your contributions can go even further, and it’s a way to bond over your shared experience. Consider volunteering as a group at a food pantry, adopting a family or two together or finding another local cause that could use some extra help and count your blessings while you enjoy the extra time together.

Simplify gift-giving.

As families grow, the gift lists get longer. However, especially in a year like this, not many wallets have expanded to keep up with the pace. Forgo the time and money required to buy for everyone in the family and start a new tradition by drawing names and instead of buying smaller items for a lot of people, put a little more toward a single item your recipient truly wants or needs.

Call/Text - 214.457.3272

info@collincountycryo.com | www.collincountycryo.com 2750 South Preston Road, Suite 103 | Celina, TX 75009

Find more ways to manage your time this holiday season at MyChinet.com.

WeAreProsper.com | 11

Life & LuxuryISD Magazine Prosper

From the Desk of

To Truly Connect, We Must Find Times to Disconnect

Dr. Holly Ferguson

I

have found myself paying closer and closer attention to those around me most recently. I see a challenge and a disruption in life due to a lack of social engagement. It’s a broad term that is relevant to almost all aspects of daily life and routine. My father is one of the best storytellers I know, and he has never struggled with engaging with complete strangers. No matter where he is or what he is doing he can easily strike up a conversation. This might be because he still has a flip phone, but I think it is more because he truly loves to engage with those around him. He loves to make people laugh through a simple story. Unfortunately, the world we live in today struggles with the ability to authentically connect with those around them. The social aspect of our youth today is not a face to face conversation or confrontation; it’s between screen to screen.

Social media has become such a common way of communication today that people have become somewhat “trapped” in our devices and social media.

Our youth can efficiently type a question or a statement to another with a breeze, but when it comes to real-life social interaction, those actions seem less and less simple as time goes on. People seem more than welcome to speak freely behind a device, but when it comes to real-life, nothing seems to be the same because people don’t live up to what they are willing to say in front of a real-life person.

The Prosper Education Foundation most recently sponsored Collin Kartchner in Prosper ISD for a message designed for students and parents regarding technology. The information he shared with parents in the evening was frightening. Our children need connections and relationships that do not get disrupted by a simple device. We need more time away from technology and far more time face to face.

Social interaction needs to become more prevalent for the next generation to thrive. Mr. Kartchner shared that hugging our children for 8 seconds 8 times a day is a necessity for a child to be in balance mentally and emotionally. Following Mr. Kartchner’s presentation many of our teens shared that they did not remember that last time they were hugged. Alarming and heartbreaking to think that a device has replaced true human connection and love.

It’s a growing epidemic with a negative trend, though the technology is fantastic in its way. It is hugely diminishing of the wholesome roots 12 | WeAreProsper.com

of livelihood and childhood. We see it today in the modern teens and children. The best way to manage this crazed addiction and trend towards always being connected is to disconnect. This disconnection also needs to be at bedtime. So many of our children are sent to bed with their phones and this is one of the gravest mistakes a parent can make. We all need time to be away from what we obsess about and seek more traditional and original activities that relieve us, provide us rest, and remind us of the values in our own homes. We need to be seeking individual values similar to one another, and I believe it’s directly correlated with technology; it takes such a large portion out of the average person’s day. It causes many to take away from activities that should be engaging and meaningful while creating memories.

The technological obsession drives us from so many things we could potentially thrive in. Sometimes, as humans, time to ourselves and time with our loved ones is more meaningful than being so attached to social life’s connective aspect. Technology will always be here, and it’s the future, but it’s up to us to be our enforcers and find time for those traditional engagements with the things we love most.

A few changes you can make now: Hug your child/children and look them in the eye. Make the hug last for 8 seconds.

If you are allowing your child to have their phone in their bedroom break the routine. Your child might tell you they need the alarm clock on their phone. Don’t fall victim, go buy an old school alarm clock and take the phone overnight.

Be willing to put your own device away if you are asking your child to do so. We are the model as parents.

Together we are stronger. We are Prosper! We are one!

Dr. Holly Ferguson Prosper ISD Superintendent

WHERE PROSPER DOES BUSINESS Over 217 business members Fully furnished private offices available Virtual office/mail services 7 conference rooms Concierge staff on site

Call us for a tour today

FUSEWORKSPACE.COM 130 N Preston | Prosper, Tx 75078 972.347.0050

AGE HEALTHIER & LIVE HAPPIER IT CAN START WITH A SIMPLE TEST Find out how optimized hormones may improve your energy, sleep, weight, and libido.

INSTITUTE FOR HORMONAL BALANCE 202 S Coleman, Prosper, TX 75078

Dr. Mandy Cotten, DNP, APRN, FNP-C Dr. Kylie Bunner, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY:

(817) 467-7474 | DONOVITZ.COM WeAreProsper.com | 13

Life & Luxury Magazine Community

A Thank You Letter from Councilman Curry Vogelsang

Wow! I want to “Thank you, Prosper” for allowing me to serve you for the past nine years as one of your Town Council members.

Our Town has almost tripled in size since 2011. The memories of old have merged with our dreams for tomorrow. The days of gravel roads winding by Prospering Farms have changed to four or six lane concrete thoroughfares to handle our growth in traffic. A run to the Texaco or Exxon for a last minute item has changed to name brand grocery stores and growing commercial developments. It was meeting friends at the football game on Friday night, breakfast at the Cotton Gin on Saturday morning, and then coming together to worship on Sunday. A phrase commonly heard was “I moved to Prosper as quickly as I could, but can we lock the door behind us !?!”

Prosper is a place where you could let your kids explore in the creeks of the neighborhoods knowing everyone was looking after all of them. It was friends driving up your driveway to say “Hi” even though you had your Christmas lights sprawled out and not caring because it was great to see them. It was working together at all the Vacation Bible Schools throughout the town to build those friendships. It was community volunteers working together in building the playground at Frontier Park.

Prosper has always had an excellence in its people that genuinely cared, loved, laughed, helped, and served one another.

Fast forward nine years and this excellence continues in making Prosper unique in its town facilities, parks, schools, its first responders, its staff, and its people. You can just feel the difference when you are in town. The dreams of these ideals gave me the inner desire and direction to serve you and our Town while working with others to ensure we continue to make this an excellent place to live and raise our families.

14 | WeAreProsper.com

What a journey and pleasure it has been to work with your Town Council members, your Town Staff, Town boards and committees, and of course with you. We have accomplished so many things: a new police station, a new fire station, a new Town Hall, a new library, new residential and commercial developments, and new traditions. This unique vision paired with the great historical traditions and friendships have made this journey with you so worthwhile.

We are just at the beginning. With our mottos “A Place Where Everyone Matters” and “In God We Trust”, the future is bright to continue to make Prosper a unique gem in North Texas and a community of people that new families will seek to become a part.

Andrea and I love Prosper and its people. We are not going anywhere, but we look forward in working with you to continue on our unique vision quest.

May God bless you, your families, and the Town of Prosper.

With appreciation and many thanks, Curry Vogelsang, Jr. 1 Peter 4:8-10: Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.

Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

New in Prosper A lifestyle boutique

MODERN, BOHO, CLASSIC, VINTAGE STYLES AND UNIQUE GIFTS.

We also offer styling services, style presentations and shopping parties.

201 S. Main Street in downtown Prosper (Next to The Spa and My Batter’s Box)

Follow us!

@lilyclairestyle

@Shoplilyclaire

www.shoplilyclaire.com - coming soon!

"Fashion is what you buy and style is how you wear it�

972-347-1145

Dr. Jill, Dr. Cara, and Dr. Summer provide customized dental care for your entire family! They are committed to the highest level of dentistry that incorporates the most recent medical advances with time-proven traditional dentistry. From the moment you enter their office, every member of your family will feel like part of the Prosper Family Dentistry family.

Prosper Family Owned & Operated

Serving Prosper And The Surrounding Area Since 2004

201 N. Preston Rd., Ste. A, Prosper, TX 75078 | ProsperFamilyDentistry.com WeAreProsper.com | 15

Life & Luxury Magazine Community

ProsP

Life &

T

he Prosper community is filled with compassionate, giving, successful leaders and PROSPER Magazine is excited to once again recognize their efforts and their contributions to the community! We launched this program in 2012 and have been fortunate to recognize Prosper greats such as Dr. Drew Watkins, Jennifer Sanchez, Chief Stuart Blasingame, Greg Wright, the late Dave Williams, Patty Felan, Iris Meneley, and Mark & Cathy Speed. All are wonderful examples of what Prosper is and we are so proud to recognize their heart and love for this community!! To read about these amazing individuals and their contributions to the Prosper community, please visit www.WeAreProsper.com and click on the Person of the Year tab.

We are again asking for nominations for Prosper’s Person of 2020…who do YOU believe is worthy?

We are looking for residents of Prosper who are active in giving back to the community, who make a difference in the entire community and who represent our growing town with grace and style. We know that EVERYONE in our community is wonderful, but we are specifically looking for those that make an impact on Prosper as a whole…on the children, on the development, on the school district, on the businesses and on the PEOPLE!! Now is your chance to recognize that special person who makes Prosper what it is!! Here is how it works: Visit www.WeAreProsper.com and click on the Person of the Year tab Submit your COMPLETE nomination by 11/30/2020.

Please include the SPECIFIC reason you are nominating this individual. This reason will be used as the basis for selecting finalists.

We will include the finalists in the December Issue of PROSPER Magazine and online voting will begin on 12/4/2020.

Online Voting at www.WeAreProsper.com will run from 12/4/2020 – 12/31/2020. Each email address will be allowed ONE vote.

A selection committee will be formed and will meet on 1/6/2021.

If you’d like to be considered to be on the committee, please email Heather@CedarbrookMedia.com.

Each nominee will be photographed and will be asked to complete a short questionnaire about what Prosper means to them. These will be included in the December issue of PROSPER Magazine.

The WINNER will be featured on the cover of PROSPER Magazine in January and will receive a commemorative plaque for their contribution to the community.

We look forward to another amazing year of nominations and recognition for the great people of Prosper! If you have any questions or would like to assist in this process in ANY way, please contact Heather Reynolds at Heather@CedarbrookMedia.com or call 972-347-6231. WE ARE PROSPER!!

16 | WeAreProsper.com

Luxury

Maga

er

zine™

Pro s eSince 2012 ine r PenityrMagazp son o the Yea f r

PROSPER Prosper’s

March WeArePr2020 | Issue osper.c 104 om

TM

Commu

ProsP

er’s

April 2019

Comm

unity

magaz

ine

E PEOPLE

WN | TH

THE TO

sinCe

DE | WE

| THE PRI

2012

SPER

ARE PRO

CORNERSTONE NEEDS YOUR VOTE!

CORNERSTONE CHRISTMAS 2020

Cornerstone has been named a FINALIST for the 2021 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award! The award is worth up to $150,000 and would allow them to assist an additional 100 families in 2021. The Chick-fil-A at Windsong Ranch nominated them earlier this year and Cornerstone then completed the grant application in June. They are now one of six nonprofits nationally!!

Due to Covid-19 concerns, Cornerstone Christmas cannot be held in person this year. But, as with many things in 2020, they are pivoting to a new event model that is designed with community health in mind.

Please be assured, the core principles of Cornerstone Christmas dignity for Neighbor families and the Christmas morning surprise for the kids - remains unchanged.

Here is where the people of Prosper can help! The third step of the process is to get the community involved…THEY NEED VOTES!!

The winner is based solely on community votes…and voting ends on November 21st. Cornerstone is asking each member of our community to VOTE – and tell your friends, your family, and anyone else you randomly meet to vote as well. Share it on social media and urge your friends and followers to vote – anyone across the country can vote.

For the 2020 version of Cornerstone Christmas, Neighbors will attend one of three events in early December where they will shop for gifts from a special online store created just for them! Then they will return for a drive-thru pickup event where they will receive the gifts they have chosen, wrapped by special elves and ready for Christmas morning, along with sweatshirts, stockings, decorations, and food for the holidays.

Although this year’s event will be different in execution, it will be the LARGEST Christmas event ever! There are 351 children that Cornerstone is planning to help have an amazing Christmas! In order to pull this off, all children’s gifts must be donated by early November. Each year YOU have been amazing and help these families have a wonderful Christmas and there is no doubt this year will be the same.

On the Chick-fil-A App: Sign in or create a Chick-fil-A One account in the Chick-fil-A App and select “Rewards” from the options on the bottom of the screen Once in the “Rewards” section on the App, select “News” on the top left of the screen

Please visit www.CornerstoneNCT.org to see which gifts are still needed. Or, if you don’t have time to hit the stores, you can also purchase gifts off of the Target Wish List or the Amazon Wish List.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for the event and as always, the need for volunteers will be huge. Be sure to follow the Cornerstone social media pages for all of these opportunities!

Click the “Vote Now” button Select region – “Southwest” Cast your vote for Cornerstone Four of the six finalist will receive between $50,000 and $150,000, as well as national recognition from Chick-fil-A. A grant of $100,000 would allow Cornerstone to work with 100 additional families next year. This includes assisting families with rents, utilities, and other bills, as well as putting them through the budgeting and job placement program. It would be a significant gift to receive and would bless so many people in the Prosper community.

WeAreProsper.com | 17

Life & Luxury Magazine Homefront

Get Your Home Ready for Work and School this Winter Although preparing your home for winter is a fairly consistent process year-to-year, many homes have seen significantly more use this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. If your home will serve as your office or school throughout the winter months, it’s important to address issues that may have been noticed but tolerable during winters past.

Consider these tips from the experts at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry to help ensure your home is ready before winter weather strikes.

Improve Indoor Air Quality Beyond proper physical and structural considerations of winter preparations, the increased daily usage of your home naturally increases the importance of indoor air quality. Since windows and doors will likely be closed more often, moisture levels within your home can be significantly affected. Use a humidifier, if necessary, to maintain a relative humidity between 45-50%, which is healthier and can feel more comfortable. It can also keep wooden doors and windows functioning properly and wood furniture and floors looking good.

Get Your Furnace Checked To keep your furnace from failing when you need it most, get it inspected 18 | WeAreProsper.com

by a professional before you need to rely on it to heat your home in the dead of winter. If you’re not leaving the house and turning down the thermostat each day, this will be especially important this year. Regular tune-ups can prolong your furnace’s life, help prevent carbon monoxide leaks and ensure your unit is working at maximum efficiency. If a wholehouse humidifier is included as part of the heating system, also inspect the humidifier and replace the element, if necessary.

Seal Leaks Around Windows and Doors Air infiltration is one of the largest culprits of reductions in a home’s efficiency. Small air leaks can add up to significant heat loss and a corresponding increase in energy consumption. If replacing window screens with storm windows and installing a storm door on your house isn’t realistic, increase energy efficiency by sealing gaps around window and door moldings with caulk to help keep heat from escaping. If any pipes or ducts travel through an exterior wall of your home, you can also use caulking and weather-stripping to help block potential entry points for cold air.

Check Your Gutters Improper drainage away from the home is one of the biggest causes of water leaking into basements and crawlspaces. Gutters and downspouts have the single purpose of routing water away from your home to

Local Expertise Innovative Approach Real Integrity STACY CATE

help prevent damage to your foundation. Once leaves have fallen and before the first snow, ensure your gutters are properly secured and clear of debris. Clogged gutters can lead to improper drainage and potential overflow, ice damming or other water-related issues.

Also adjust downspouts so they direct water at least 5 feet from the house to help minimize the possibility of water run-off back toward the foundation.

Prep the Plumbing When water freezes, it expands. Any residual water in pipes that is exposed to freezing temperatures, including interior lines located in exterior walls or unheated areas, can burst. Start by disconnecting hoses and shutting off exterior faucets, draining any water that remains in them and storing hoses indoors to prevent cracks. Drain any other pipes, valves or in-ground sprinklers that may be exposed to the elements and, for an extra layer of protection, wrap water spigots with covers to prevent damage. Sometimes a simple trick like keeping a cabinet door cracked open to allow warm air into the space can prevent frozen pipes.

Find more expert tips to get your home ready for winter at RemodelingDoneRight.com.

WeAreProsper.com | 19

Life & Luxury Magazine Homefront

Considering a Fall or Winter Container for your Home?

P

lanting a container garden couldn’t be easier. All you need is potting soil, plants and slow release fertilizer. That said, there are some things it’s helpful to know before you get started.

Make Sure Your Container has Enough Drainage Drainage may be the single biggest factor on whether your plants live or die. Make sure that your pot has a big enough hole or holes in the bottom to let excess water drain away. There are many garden pots sold in stores that have one tiny hole in the bottom that will not let enough water escape, so you will either have to be very careful in watering the pot, or even better, you should add more holes.

If your pot is metal, you can poke holes by using a hammer with either a large nail or screwdriver. If your pot is ceramic, it can be a little more difficult to add holes, but I’ve had good luck using a drill with a ceramic bit. Don’t forget to wear safety goggles, because it is common for piece of the container or dust to fly around and you don’t want to risk getting them in your eyes. Remember, the more holes the better drainage. Many more plants are killed by drowning than not enough water, although I have done my share of plant murder by both so don’t feel bad.

The second part of the drainage equation is keeping the soil in while letting the water out. I like to use window screening over the holes, but I have also used coffee filters, paper towels and even newspaper in the bottom of my pots. Whatever you do though, avoid the suggestion to put gravel in the bottom of your pots to increase drainage. It doesn’t work, and in fact is it can be counterproductive. It is also a good idea to elevate your pots, so that the water isn’t blocked from exiting out of the drainage holes. There are any number of ways to elevate your plants, but pot feet are the easiest.

Remove Your Plants from Their Nursery Pots Carefully When I first started gardening 40 years ago, I would grab it by the stem and pull to get it out of its pot. Often, I would just pull the top of the plant off sometimes killing it before I even got started. To avoid this, if you have a six pack of plants, that is made of flexible plastic, hold the plant close to the soil surface. I make a “v” out of my fingers and place them on either 20 | WeAreProsper.com

side of the stem and squeeze the plants out of their holder from the bottom. If the plant is in a nursery pot, try pushing it out from the bottom.

If it is root bound, you may have tear or cut any roots off that are sticking out the bottom hole of the pot and slide a knife around the inside of the pot, before the plant will slide out. In extreme cases, you may have to break the pot to free the plant due to being root bound.

If your plant is root bound, make sure to break up the plant’s roots, either by tearing them or cutting them. Some people simply rough up the roots on the outside by rubbing them, but I’m a little more aggressive and often tear or cut a compacted root ball so the roots will be able to grow freely, not in a circular pattern, which can strangle a plant.

Mix Fertilizer into Your Soil It took me years to realize that I was starving my plants to death. Most plants need food to survive and the easiest way I’ve found to provide food is to mix a slow release fertilizer into your potting soil before planting your container. I use a granular all-purpose fertilizer into my soil.

I also then feed my plants with a diluted, liquid fertilizer every week or every other week during the growing season.

Planting There are two main things to know when planting a plant in a container, or anywhere else for that matter. You want to plant it at the same level that it sits in its nursery pot. So, in other words, the level of the soil should stay the same and no more or less of the plant’s stem or crown should be covered. You also want to make sure there are no air pockets and your plants’ roots are surrounded by soil. In a crowded pot, sometimes it is difficult to put soil in between the plants, but you will need to make sure that you do, or the roots will dry out if they are in an air pocket, and your plant can die. Sometimes you just need to feel around a crowded pot and stuff soil into any holes you feel. It’s also a good idea to water a pot right after you plant it, which settles the soil. At that point you can go back and fill in any holes or depressions with extra soil.

Caring for Your Container Garden Watering is more art than science. You will need to know what conditions

Now Open in Celina!

MATTHEW BARROWS, MD

CHRIS HIXON, DO

1050 S. Preston Road, Suite 120 Celina, TX 75009 972.390.9002 | www.mdbarrows.com Specializing in Mohs Surgery and Radiation Therapy as well as all other dermatologic conditions!

Acne Rosacea

Psoriasis Cysts & Warts

Eczema Itchy Skin

Shingles Rashes

Scaly Skin Dermatitis

Our 12 Convenient Locations: MCKINNEY | ALLEN | ROCKWALL | DALLAS | GREENVILLE | GAINESVILLE SUNNYVALE | FORNEY | ANNA | ADDISON | DENTON | CELINA

your plant or plants prefer. However, the majority of plants like to be kept in moist soil--not wet-but damp. To figure out if your plants need water, you can stick your finger down into the soil, up to the second knuckle. If your finger tip feels dry, add water. Be sure to water slowly and make sure the water is going to your plant’s roots--not bouncing off the soil and running down a space that can form when the soil contracts, between the soil and the inside of your pot. You want to water deeply so the water gets all the way down to the plant’s roots, the best way to know if you’ve accomplished this is to water until it starts to run out the bottom of your container. I have had an overwhelming amount of questions from readers the last month! More than I can address here so will respond to you guys personally. Until next time...Happy Gardening!!

Jimmie Send your landscaping and gardening questions to Jimmie Gibson Jr. at http:// www.absolutelybushedlandscaping.com or jimmie@absolutelybushed.com Jimmie is a Prosper resident and the owner of Absolutely Bushed Landscaping Company, an award winning, family and veteran owned and operated business created in 1980 to provide the highest quality custom Outdoor Renovation available to homeowners in the Dallas Ft. Worth area.

E P IC Sports/Senior Photography

CEDARBROOKMEDIA

By

www.cedarbrookmedia.com @cedarbrookmedia

Limited SpotS AvAiLAbLe!

NOW BOOKING

2021 Senior Athletes!

Game/Action | Portraits | Seniors | Fine Art Montages

972.347.6231 | CedarbrookMedia.com | Jason@CedarbrookMedia.com

WeAreProsper.com | 21

Life In &GLuxury ood Magazine Taste

In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time or less by incorporating flavorful ingredients that make ordinary dishes extraordinary, ensuring the holidays are as special and memorable as any other year.

Stress-free holiday entertaining at home begins with ingredients like Holland House Cooking Wines that add an extra boost of flavor to recipes like Tuscan White Bean Soup. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe combines pantry staples and enticing seasonings for an easy-to-make soup that simmers in the slow cooker. This Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake is another delicious and convenient recipe to feed your family on early holiday mornings. This simple, tasty brunch bake can be easily prepped the night before.

While holiday gatherings may be smaller this year, spending time with family can be made even more special when sharing a homemade, holiday-inspired meal. Sherry Cherry Pork Loin Roast, made in a time-saving slow cooker, provides an easy way to bring your family together for a flavorful holiday meal.

This festive season, Holland House Cooking Wines provide an easy way to delight your family. They’re available in four flavors – Marsala, Sherry, White and Red – made using fine grapes and blended seasonings, aged to perfection, to offer bold flavor to your holiday cooking.

Flavorful Holiday Dishes Prepped in Minutes for Small, Family Gatherings 22 | WeAreProsper.com

SHERRY CHERRY PORK LOIN ROAST Recipe courtesy of Cate Meade of “Cate’s Kitchen Fit” 7 tablespoons avocado or grapeseed oil, divided 2 large Vidalia onions, halved and thinly sliced 4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 1 pork loin roast (4-4 1/2 pounds), trimmed and patted dry 3 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided Sherry Cherry Sauce: 3/4 cup Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine 5-6 cloves garlic 1 cup frozen Bing cherries, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons dry mustard powder 4 tablespoons Holland House Balsamic Vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 bunch fresh parsley, large stems removed, plus additional reserved for garnish 3 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)

In large slow cooker on high heat, add 2 tablespoons oil, sliced onions and 1 teaspoon salt.

Season roast evenly on all sides with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.

Place large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil to pan. Sear pork loin 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer roast to slow cooker on top of onions.

SHERRY, HAM AND CHEESE BRUNCH BAKE Recipe courtesy of Jillian Wade of “Food, Folks & Fun�

8 tablespoons salted butter, melted, plus additional for greasing pan, divided 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 large shallots, minced 1/2 cup Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine 1 package (20 ounces) frozen hash brown potatoes

Cover and cook on low 3 hours.

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper

To make Sherry Cherry Sauce: In blender, blend sherry cooking wine, garlic, 1/2 cup cherries, mustard powder, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, parsley, remaining olive oil, remaining salt and remaining pepper until smooth; set aside.

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded white cheddar cheese 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese 8 ounces precooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 8 large eggs

After pork loin cooks 3 hours, add Sherry Cherry Sauce around pork roast. Cover and cook 2-3 hours on low.

To glaze, brush roast with warm sauce 3-4 times in last hour of cooking.

Once pork reaches internal temperature of 145 F, remove and let rest 15-20 minutes before slicing.

To finish sauce, remove 1/4 cup cooking liquid and mix with cornstarch to make a slurry. Whisk slurry and remaining cherries into sauce. Cook in slow cooker on high 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Slice roast 1/2-inch thick, garnish with fresh parsley and serve with Sherry Cherry Sauce and braised onions.

1 1/4 cups whole milk 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill 1 teaspoon fresh chopped dill, for garnish (optional) 2 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional) Move oven rack to middle position and preheat to 400 F. Generously grease 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter; set aside.

In 10-inch nonstick skillet, add olive oil and preheat pan over medium heat. Add shallots and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden, about 7-8 minutes.

Stir in cooking wine and cook until liquid is evaporated, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Add frozen hash browns to prepared baking dish. Pour melted butter over potatoes and add salt, pepper and caramelized shallots.

Use spoon to mix well. Bake 30 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through and some edges are beginning to brown. Remove potatoes from oven and reduce temperature to 325 F. Sprinkle cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese evenly over potatoes followed by ham.

In large measuring cup or small bowl, vigorously whisk eggs, milk, mustard powder and dill until fully combined and eggs become frothy, about 1 minute.

Pour egg mixture evenly over potatoes, cheese and ham. Store covered in refrigerator if prepping night before.

Bake 35-40 minutes, or until edges of casserole are golden brown and center of casserole is set.

Cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with chopped dill and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Visit hollandhouseflavors.com holiday-worthy dishes.

to

find

more

WeAreProsper.com | 23

Life In &GLuxury ood Magazine Taste

Enjoy Seasonal Favorites with Fall Comfort Foods While this autumn season will likely look different than years past, wholesome meals celebrating fall flavors provide something to look forward to. Eating foods like walnuts, colorful fruits and vegetables, and whole grains can be a solution for improving overall well-being in an enjoyable, delicious way.

Apple Pear Filling:

Along with fall favorites like root vegetables, Brussels sprouts, apples and cranberries, kitchen staples like walnuts also have their own prime season. Walnuts harvested during autumn from the fertile soils of California supply more than 99% of walnuts in the U.S. and more than half of the world’s walnut trade.

2 tablespoons cornstarch

Each harvest produces enough walnuts for you to enjoy the tasty and nutrient rich benefits year-round. Pro tip: Storing them in the fridge or freezer maintains freshness longer.

Welcome the flavors of fall with this Apple Pear Walnut Crisp and find more recipes to celebrate the season at www.walnuts.org/fall-favorites.

3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch slices 2 D’Anjou pears, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch slices 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon lemon juice ice cream (optional) caramel sauce (optional) To make walnut crisp topping: In food processor, pulse 1 cup walnuts until finely ground.

APPLE PEAR WALNUT CRISP

In small bowl, combine ground walnuts, flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon. Cut butter into mixture until coarse crumb forms.

Walnut Crisp Topping:

Coarsely chop remaining walnuts and stir into crumb mixture until incorporated. Set aside.

1 1/2 cups California walnuts, divided 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup butter, chilled and sliced into 1-tablespoon pieces

To make apple pear filling: Preheat oven to 350 F. In bowl, toss apples, pears, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt and lemon juice.

Place fruit mixture in bottom of 10-inch cast-iron pan or baking dish.

Sprinkle walnut crisp topping mixture over fruit.

Bake 45 minutes, or until fruit mixture is hot and bubbly and topping is golden brown.

Top with ice cream and caramel sauce, if desired.

24 | WeAreProsper.com

- GRAND OPENING GRAND OPENING NOV. 21ST

308 W Walnut, Celina, Texas www.facebook.com/buffcitysoapcelinatx

First 50 people through the door will receive FREE Soap for a YEAR

Landscape Design | Arbors/Patio Covers Outdoor Kitchens/Fireplaces | Flagstone Patios Outdoor Living Areas | Stamped Concrete Specializing In Cedar Fencing Stone Landscape Borders

FREE Estimates 972.743.0250 or 972.835.8118

www.LandscapeDesignGroupTX.com

WeAreProsper.com | 25

Life & Luxury Magazine Fashion

Weekday To Weekend Sweater Dressing Finally! It’s sweater weather. This season, we’re loving the mash-up of various textures, fabrics and fits.

From chunky sweaters and cable knits to plush pullovers and mock turtlenecks, sweaters are the easiest way to update your cold-weather wardrobe. We say the more the merrier, but really, just one sweater styled multiple ways can take your look from pulled-together weekday go-getter to casual lounge-loving weekender.

THE CLASSIC CABLE The next best thing to hitting the snooze button and crawling under the covers on a chilly weekday morning? Wearing a super soft cable knit sweater in a dreamy creamy color. This timeless pattern feels very of-the-moment when paired with a mid-length skirt, plush suede booties and a colorful clutch. The combination says smart and professional, yet not too buttoned-up. Swap the skirt for a pair of black leggings and thigh-high boots, and you’re set for Saturday night.

THE STATEMENT SLEEVE SWEATER Nothing says fall like a palette of leaf-turning hues. Go for colors that don’t necessarily match but do complement each other. Top a pair of olive denim pants with a statement-sleeve, burnt orange sweater and finish with contrast-heel black booties. Add an on-trend animal-print and you have instant style “savoir faire.” (That’s French for “know-how” and English for “know wow!”). Create your own unique version of this look and be weekday- or weekend-ready for anything.

THE CHUNKY KNIT Raised, marbled, pebbly, or fuzzy––texture adds visual interest and dimension to your outfit. Especially if you sport a chunky sweater in a spirited hue that sits front and center. Surround it with neutrals: a simple thin-striped cotton button-down that doesn’t compete with the same-patterned knit skirt, even if you let it peek out (for a touch of old-school yet very “now” prep). Complete the look with a pair of stacked-heel booties and a taupe and black cross-body bag. Swap the skirt for a pair of distressed cropped jeans for an instant weekend-worthy dress-down.

THE TRIED & TRUE TURTLENECK Whether close-fitting or slightly oversized, a turtleneck adds a sophisticated 70s minimalistic vibe to any outfit (the wider the neck, the better). We love a soft beige, loose-fit, box-cut sweater paired with a contrasting bright blue, textured mini skirt. Dainty pointed flats pair well with the shorter skirt length. Top it all off with a heavy-duty coat. Add tights and booties if you’re still feeling the chill, or swap in black-wash jeans for a weekend-worthy look.

THE SOPHISTICATED SWEATER DRESS The chic cameleon, a sweater dress is like no other dress in your closet (stretchy and figure flattering at the same time). Pair it with an always-modern moto jacket and take your look from office hours to after hours in the time it takes you slip it on, ditch your pumps for booties and grab your snakeskin tote.

THE NOT-BE-KNOCKED MOCK TURTLENECK It may have gotten a bad rap in the early 80s and 90s, but the mock turtleneck, with its pretty, necklengthening silhouette, is back on track this season. Loose-fitting and low-key, it’s the perfect antidote to a hectic week. Pair it with boyfriend jeans and a blanket scarf soft enough to make you want to curl up on the couch with a favorite book. Feeling antsy? Throw on a jacket and tennies, and stroll to brunch with your besties.

THE HIP HOODIE SWEATER Weekends were made for sporting something soft and comfy––like a sweater, leggings and loads of layers (particularly if you’re looking for creative ways to save on your heating bill!). A favorite go-to this season, athleisure wear says kick-back and relaxed, but still looks polished and put together. Stick with a neutral legging (black is the be-all, end-all) and top it with a super soft, hooded pullover layered under a striped knit top. Step outdoors in a nubby fleece jacket, sleek sneaks, and a stylishly small backpack.

One sweater, many options, or dare we say, many sweaters, even more outfits! Either way, ask your Stylist for a few of these toasty toppers.

Article compliments of Stitch Fix. Visit http://www.stitchfix.com to schedule your fix!

26 | WeAreProsper.com

Limited SpotS AvAiLAbLe!

Exclusive Athlete Experience!

NOW BOOKING

2020-2021 Athletes! @CedarbrookMedia

972.347.6231 CedarbrookMedia.com Jason@CedarbrookMedia.com WeAreProsper.com | 27

Life & Luxury Magazine Beauty

COMMON CAUSES OF ROSACEA

By Dr. Michael McGuiness, McGuiness Dermatology & Aesthetics

Experts do not know why certain people develop rosacea. There are a lot of theories, yet none of these have been proven to be the reason why this condition develops in some people, but not in others. Part of the problem is that two people can have very similar health, very similar allergies and very similar skin types, and yet one will exhibit symptoms of rosacea, whereas the other one will not.

What experts do know is that there are certain triggers that may lead to rosacea flare-ups. For this reason, the medical community focuses a lot of its energy on helping rosacea sufferers identify triggers and lifestyle factors that lead to flare-ups and help them to avoid these things.

This being said, triggers for flare-ups are very personal and very individual. What triggers a flare-up in one person might not trigger one in another individual. There are some common trigger factors that affect large swatches of people. The National Rosacea Society compiled a list of some of these triggers with the goal of helping patients avoid flareups as much as possible.

Of course, since flare-ups are individual, it is impossible for them to compile a complete list of everything that could cause flare-ups. If you are battling with rosacea, you are encouraged to take the time to write down your flare-ups. With time, you will learn what your own triggers are, and with the help of our team, you will know what steps to take to avoid them.

A lot of the common triggers revolve around a few things. They are food, temperature, weather, medication, beverages, emotional states, physical exertion, skin care products and medical conditions. For example, when

28 | WeAreProsper.com

it comes to food, many rosacea sufferers will experience an outbreak after eating: Yogurt, Chocolate, Soy sauce, Spinach, Avocados, Spicy food, Foods high in histamine Weather conditions that might trigger an outbreak include overexposure to the sun, strong winds that might chafe your skin, extremely cold temperatures and high humidity. In the same vein, many people with this condition experience a breakout if they are in very hot areas, such as a sauna, a hot bath or some other warm environment.

For many, drinking alcohol, especially drinking red wine, may trigger an outbreak. The same is true for vodka, bourbon and gin. It is very common for rosacea sufferers to have a breakout if they are drinking something hot, such as coffee, hot tea or hot chocolate.

When people are under stress, their immune system does not work as well as it should. This is part of the reason why when a rosacea sufferer feels anxiety, they have breakouts. Unfortunately, this can create a vicious cycle.

Although there is no cure for rosacea, there are different treatments that you can use to minimize the severity of it. During a consultation at McGuiness Dermatology, you can learn more about your treatment options. We have locations in Dallas, Flower Mound, Murphy, Plano, Prosper and Richardson. Contact us today at 972-316-4555 or visit us at www.McGuinessDermatology.com to schedule an appointment to learn more!

We provide Cosmetic, Botox, and Implant Dentistry!!

Call Today for Your Appointment!

214-851-0130 CELINA FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED SERVING CELINA AND SURROUNDING AREA SINCE 2007 We Love Insurance & Maximize Your Benefits!

Appointments 7am - 6pm!

3248 South Preston Road • Suite 140 • Celina We are located at the intersection of Preston Road & Road 83, at the edge of Carter Ranch.

CelinaFamilyDentistry.com

! !

S E X A T File

1. gather tax info help r o f e ic f f o s ' n n y L 2. Call Personal and Business Tax Returns Small Business Consulting, Bookkeeping, Payroll

lynngrosscpa.com

(972) 346-3100

101 E. Broadway, Prosper WeAreProsper.com | 29

Life & Luxury Magazine Travel

How Family Travel Has Changed Throughout the Last 25 Years While 2020 has brought some definite and dramatic changes to the way people travel, there have actually been numerous changes in the travel industry throughout the course of the last 25 years.

Travelers have become increasingly savvy, thanks to technology that allows them to thoroughly research their destinations and plan vacations to an unprecedented level of detail. Consumer reviews have also changed the way people travel, as insights from others heavily influence decisions on everything from attractions to local restaurants.

This year, in honor of its 25th anniversary, Vrbo has compiled some of the most notable changes in the travel industry over the past 25 years:

Communication and Photography: A few decades ago, it was common to drop a postcard in the mail for loved ones while on a trip so you could share the scenery and say a quick hello (although the postcards didn’t always arrive before you returned home). Today, between smartphones and social media, it’s possible to share moments from your journey with family and friends back home instantaneously. Phones and digital cameras are now the primary tools for photography, so there’s no more waiting for film to develop and hoping you captured that sunset just right.

Booking and Comparison Shopping: Transportation and Route Guidance: A couple decades ago, airfare was significantly more expensive. Now, due to lower fuel costs and larger planes that allow for efficiency, fares are considerably lower than in the past. Other changes in transportation include the return of family road trips. Although gas prices have created some fluctuation, Americans still tend to appreciate the flexibility of road trips and the ability to set their own pace. Newer technologies such as GPS and other route guidance resources have also made it easier to take a road trip, from not only finding directions from one point to the next, but also attractions, lodging, food and more along the way.

Accommodations: When thinking about lodging, traditional hotels and quaint bed-andbreakfasts automatically come to mind. However, vacation rentals and holiday homes have been around for decades, too. Thanks to online platforms, access to private, whole-home accommodations like condos, cabins and other homes has grown exponentially. For example, Vrbo started as a modest classified ads-style website for online vacation rentals and today offers more than 2 million unique places to stay across the globe.

30 | WeAreProsper.com

In the past, booking travel meant looking at classified ads for rental properties or contacting travel agents or visitor centers to gather information about a destination. Now, you can compare prices for everything from car rentals to flights and accommodations online, read reviews from former guests and book and pay for those reservations with a few taps on your keyboard or smartphone. For example, Vrbo began as a website for vacation home owners to list and advertise their properties for travelers to find and rent, and now offers a multitude of tools such as search filters, Trip Boards, Virtual Tours and reviews to help you compare vacation rentals and find the perfect one for your trip.

Attractions: Travel used to be largely driven by must-see destinations and stand-out attractions at popular places. More recently, travelers seek out unique experiences that align with their personal interests and look to explore places off the beaten path. There’s also an increased focus on learning about new places and embracing how the locals eat and live.

Learn more and get started planning your next vacation at vrbo.com.

SPECIALIZING IN WOMEN’S HAIR

All Coloring Techniques | Precision Cutting | Hair Extensions | Fine Thinning Hair Brazilian Blowout | Color Correction

BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY 214-505-8548 3248 S. Preston Rd Suite 240 Celina, Texas 75009

Bombshellbeautyloungetx.com

Hollie Choate

Falyn Olney

Kristen Van Hooser

Fallon Pounders

Hello Darling is a boutique that specializes in trendy women's clothing and accessories.

We make shopping more convenient and ship directly to your home. New arrivals posted daily! You'll be sure to find something you love!

Check out our website www.hellodarlingxo.com to shop the latest fashion!

Caris Berry

Brittany Crowell

WeAreProsper.com | 31

Postal Customer

PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S.POSTAGE PAID Prosper TX Permit #68

Emergencies don’t stop.

Neither do we.

From the serious to the sudden, we’re prepared to handle your emergencies with the utmost compassion and advanced care. Our emergency department is staffed 24 hours a day, and is located right in your neighborhood. With wait times typically under ten minutes, it’s the care you want, closer to home. And, as always, we have protocols in place designed around your safety.

Texas Health is right there with you. Whatever comes.

If you are experiencing an emergency, call 9-1-1.

TexasHealth.org/Prosper

Doctors on the medical staffs practice independently and are not employees or agents of Texas Health hospitals or Texas Health Resources. © 2020