Modern Texas Living Issue 12

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PUBLISHER Ashley Munn

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EDITOR IN CHIEF Michele McCoy COORDINATOR Melissa Caballero GRAPHIC DESIGN COORDINATOR Bailey Dougan

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A Place To Call Home Time To Declutter Ultimate Pantry The Art of Apartment Living A Well Dressed Bed DIY Rainbow Playroom DIY Easter Tablescape

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INSIDE BUSINESS

Q & A: Five Star Painting Q & A: Brazos Integrative Medicine Q & A: Johnson Roofing Around Town Meet Kristina Holcomb Q & A: Insurance & Mortgage Lending

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LIFE & STYLE

DIY Wrapping Outside The Box Breaking Barriers from Behind the Bench Styling for Your Pots & Planters Postcasts for 2021 Hair Woes Solved Create the Culture You Want Finding Myself At 40 10 Drugstore Dupes What’s Trending For Him What’s Trending in Style

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IN THE KITCHEN

What’s Trending In the Kitchen Homemade Hummus Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Grilled Chipotle Apricot Chicken Tuscan Chicken Blueberry Baked Donuts French Macarons Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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IN GOOD HEALTH

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ON THE ROAD

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME

By Cambridge Home Company, Design + Build Photos by Rebekah Westover

With a soothing color palette and moody use of bold accents, this beautiful Stone Colonial home, by Utah designer and builder Cambridge Home Company, boasts daring design elements that bring balance and comfort to a timeless yet modern home. “Designed for a large family, and with an emphasis on hosting large gatherings, the formal family room was created as a place that could entertain many while maintaining an intimate usable space for everyday life,” says Rochelle Broadhead, Creative Director at Cambridge Home Company. Upon entering the home, the foyer allows for a place to welcome guests that opens to a spacious formal family room with floor to ceiling windows and doors capturing a breathtaking view of an unobstructed Utah mountain range.

A two-stage crowned ceiling is detailed with a mix of Federal and Georgian style moulding. “We used a mix of bold shapes and simple beaded moulding to refine the trim elements to really make a statement,” says Chad Broadhead, Master Carpenter and Principal at Cambridge Home Company.

The marble fireplace is a beautiful focal point to the room. “Our home owner was inspired by a beautiful historical fireplace. We worked with Stone Mountain Fireplaces to scale and hand carve the beautiful detail as a breathtaking centerpiece to this formal gathering space,” says Rochelle.

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AT HOME Two built-in china hutches are reminiscent of a historical piece that perfectly mirror the entrance of the tech-nook. Wood-turned feet and cremone bolt hardware add a beautifully understated elegance to the family room as it transitions into the kitchen.

Historic white oak flooring flows into a dramatic kitchen setting just off the formal living room. The designer accented beautiful Calcutta capri marble with restoration hardware bistro shelving to give a dramatic contrast of texture and movement. “I wanted to make sure the space was grounded against the movement of the beautiful backsplash and pushed my client out of her comfort zone to use Nocturnal Honed granite for the island,” says Rochelle. To infuse the shelving décor with glamour, the designer brought in pops of rich metals and clean white dishes adding vibrant fruits and paintings.

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Intimate spaces provide the perfect backdrop for bold moody accents.

The piano room and the office tech nook are mirroring rooms in the formal family and are painted Farrow & Ball Down Pipe, while the mudroom is Farrow & Ball Inchyra Blue. Rochelle notes, “We used gold as an accent against the rich color palate to really accent the depth of the wall colors, and create movement within the rooms.”

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The master bedroom boasts beautiful, delicate layers of finish moulding details. “I wanted to emphasize the 12’ tall ceilings by creating panels that equally and beautifully divide the space, while not overtaking the room with various different shapes,” says Chad. The designer painted the ceiling Ocean Storm, a beautiful rich ceiling color to add to the moody feel of the elegant room, while framing it against the historic Menlo Park Hudson Valley chandelier.

Bedrosian Blomma tile in bianco adds beautiful dimension and texture to the primary bath setting. A freestanding tub flanks two waterfall edge vanities. With a nod to the historic style, and to bring continuity to the space, a smaller version of the Menlo Park Hudson Valley chandelier and sconces are featured in this eloquent bath.

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“Being a part of creating beautifully design-built homes is part of what brings Chad and I so much joy," says Rochelle. "Having wonderful clients who trust in the joy," is part of what makes each Cambridge Home Company project uniquely special.” The result is not simply another home, it is the efforts of many to create a truly thoughtfully designed, beautiful dream home that speaks to the family for which it was inspired.

C O LO R PA L E T T E

Bring a little slice of the colonial home into your space with this soothing color palette and a touch of bold accents.

GOLD FRAMED MIRROR: Amanti art parlor f ramed bath 42-inch X 30-inch f ramed bathroom vanity mirror in gold bedbathandbeyond. com / NAVY VELVET CHAIR: Meridian Furniture Karina Collection modern contemporary velvet upholstered chair with sturdy metal legs Amazon.com / GOLD WHEEL CHANDELIER: Wineyard wheel barrel round 2-tier chandelier italianconceptusa.com / CREAM UPHOLSTERED CHAIR: Hucklow wingback chair birchlane.com / VINTAGE WOODEN TABLE: Bander 64” rectangular reclaimed wood coffee table potterybarn.com / WOVEN TRAY: Onslow Tray crateandbarrel.com / BRASS HALF-SPHERE CHANDELIER: Aurora roomandboard.com / GOLD PICTURE LAMP: 18” cabinet maker’s picture light circalighting.com / GOLD MAGNIFYING GLASS: tarnished brass aluminum magnifying glass decor with stand by Litton Lane homedepot.com / GRAY VELVET COUCH: Tess Sofa allmodern.com / OVAL BLACK FRAMED MIRROR: Regalia f ramed round mirror in rubbed black houzz.com

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TIME TO DECLUTTER

By Jennifer Snyder @Neatasapin Photo: The Container Store

There is one truth in organizing: you cannot organize clutter. Clutter is more than just the stuff sitting on your kitchen counter.

It is the stuff in your closets and cabinets preventing you from putting away the stuff on your kitchen counter. It is anything we do not use or love.

Every single one of us has clutter – even professional organizers. Fortunately, I have devised a simple formula to address your clutter and dedicate your space to the life you are living today. With this system, it is not a one-and-done scenario. Decluttering is a way of life, starting as a project, becoming a habit, then part of your routine.

Identify what to declutter. Start by decluttering like items, such as candles or socks.

Pull everything out where you can see it all at once. You have to see it to know you have it.

Remove what you no longer love or use.

You should love or love to use everything in your home.

Clean the space. Wipe down drawers or shelves while everything is out.

Return items to the storage space starting with your favorites. When you run out of space, everything else is clutter.

Donate what is left. Find a great charity you can feel good about supporting.

Once you eliminate the clutter, something amazing happens; organizing becomes easier and sometimes even automatic. If you want to be more organized, always start with removing the clutter and Neat as a Pin® can help.

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Ultimate PANTRY ORGANIZATION

By Brooke Larsen @brooke_startathome Cabinetry by Foxwood

Even the most organized people struggle to find ways of keeping their kitchen pantry orderly. When you’re constantly adding and removing items, disorder naturally occurs.

Before you know it, your bins, cereal and cans are clumped together and you missed the fact that you’re out of the ingredients for the dinner you’ve been dreaming about all day.

The trick to eliminating this unnecessary chaos is to develop an efficient organizational system for your pantry. When my husband and I designed our pantry, it was not very wide so we did not want to cram in too many appliances. We put in our microwave, as well as the water bottle filler and an ice machine – my husband’s “must have”. We have now been in our home 6 weeks and our pebble ice machine and water bottle filler are easily our most used appliances.

Organization My goal for my house was to have a place for everything, even in the pantry. Having functional space as well as attractive space is always ideal.

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The gallon glass jars are great for holding sugar, flour, beans, rice and even my husband’s protein powder. I also love having a countertop in here. This countertop is liberty bronze quartz from Daltile.

I got wire baskets for my produce that doesn’t need to be refrigerated, and these awesome racks make storing and rotating my canned goods so much easier.

For items that weren’t as pretty, I got these seagrass baskets. Some items in the baskets include: top ramen, cake mixes and other baking supplies, chips, packaged oatmeal, etc.

The clear plastic containers have the button on top that you push to seal. I absolutely love these. I put crackers, pretzels, noodles, hot chocolate, oatmeal, croutons and a few other baking items in them.

My can racks have been a lifesaver. Not only do they help to organize my cans, but it helps rotate the food as well. (view here)

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C O LO R PA L E T T E WATER BOTTLE DISPENSER: Elkay built-in filtered water dispenser Amazon / PEBBLE ICE MACHINE: GE 15 in. built-in 56 lbs. f reestanding ice maker in stainless steel Home Depot / STORAGE BASKETS: large wicker baskets with bBuilt-in handles 2-Pack Amazon / CLEAR CONTAINERS: OXO Good Grips 5-piece POP Container Set Amazon / CAN RACKS: can storage dispenser holds up to 36 cans Amazon / WIRE BASKETS: Stonebriar stackable 2pc rectangle metal wire and wood basket set Amazon / CEREAL CONTAINERS: OXO Good Grips 3-Piece airtight POP Cereal Dispenser Set Amazon / GALLON GLASS JARS: large kitchen storage container Amazon

THE ART OF

By Hattie Kolp @hattiekolp

APARTMENT LIVING

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Growing up in this apartment, I had a long time to think about exactly how I wanted it to look, but it still took a lot of trial and error to find my design style. I first went through a say-yes-to-any-offerfor-free-furniture phase, followed by a bold color phase, a boho phase, a neutral phase, but nothing felt right in the space. My apartment is pre-war, meaning it’s of a particular style built before World War II, in the 1920’s. Full of intricate wall mouldings, parquet wood floors, detailed wood trim and artdeco fireplaces, it certainly does not lack charm. I knew that my design choices had to pay homage to the character of the apartment and time period in which it was built. I have always admired the late 19th-early 20th century European-influenced architecture of my neighborhood; it was through my daily walks that inspiration struck. I saw how intricate the details on the buildings were, and I realized I needed to highlight and compliment the original features of my apartment.

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I turned to Pinterest, and became obsessed with the grand, bright Parisian apartments with their high ceilings, delicate trim work and statement chandeliers. I began my own Instagram, @hattiekolp, where I shared my DIY home renovations, projects, and design endeavors.

Connecting with others on Instagram also became a huge source of inspiration for me. I began to purge a lot of furniture, decided on a color palette, and invested in things like art, light fixtures, and vintage rugs. I like to have a juxtaposition of white, glossy painted rooms and deeper, darker colors in other rooms. Growing up, my mom was an art-historian and raised me in museums and art galleries, so I have a true appreciation for art and antiques. I like to fill my walls and shelves with family heirlooms and treasures I’ve found while thrifting. To keep it from being too grandma-chic, I like to balance the antiques with modern touches like my tall, white book shelves, green velvet couch, and spindly ceiling light fixtures.

My goal during renovations was not to change or modernize, but instead restore the apartment to its original glory. One of the most impactful home projects I’ve done to date was tearing down the walls that had been built over all the pocket doors. I suppose a previous tenant wanted to create a distinct division between rooms, or more wall space, but to me the pocket doors are the gem of the apartment.

I love having them all open, for an airy, open-concept feel, or closing them on rainy days to create cozy, enclosed spaces. The biggest compliment I’ve gotten is when people tell me standing in my home is like stepping into another time period; if only walls could talk . . .

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C O LO R PA L E T T E

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After four years playing baseball for Baylor University and a brief professional baseball career, Gregg returned to Waco and has been a top producer in the Central Texas Market Area for over seven years. He has represented a broad range of local, institutional, and national clients and he is experienced in tenant representation, site selection, land acquisition, investment sales and has an extensive background in property valuation and appraisals.

Gregg recently earned the SIOR designation, which is awarded by the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® to commercial real estate professionals that have met stringent education requirements and demonstrated professional ability, competency, ethical conduct, and personal integrity. Individuals who hold the SIOR designation are top producers in the commercial real estate field and are represented in more than 685 cities in 36 countries around the world.

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Dressed BED

By Emily Hewett with @awelldressedhome

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Start with a mattress topper of your choice.

Designer Fav: Down Inc.

Next, we cover the mattress topper with a fitted sheet.

Designer Fav: Soprano Sheet Set by Peacock Alley

Then we layer with the flat sheet.

On top of the flat sheet we layer a summer weight duvet insert for some added weight.

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We then cover the insert with a coverlet. Any coverlet will do.

Designer Fav: Peacock Alley

Finally, at the end of the bed, we style a duvet cover double stuffed with 2 down Inc summer weight inserts. This duvet can be pulled up while sleeping or simply stay folded as a statement at the end of the bed. We prefer to stuff the duvet cover with 2 inserts for added fluff.

Lastly, before climbing into bed at night, don't forget to spray your linens with a linen spray of your choice.

Designer Fav: LeBlanc Lavender Linen Water

As designers, we are always asked if there is a proper way to "dress a bed." The answer is yes, there are many proper ways, but here is our most favorite for style and comfort.

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M A G N O L I A PA I N T S Summer Pear Cottage Feel Cabbage Rose Ella Rose Southern Grown

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Do It Yourself Bend the Flexi Mold into the s h a p e o f a r a i n b o w.

Tr a c e i t w i t h a p e n c i l .

Based on the paint brush size, determine how thick or thin you would like to make t h e r a i n b o w.

Get to painting. . .

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OPENING FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE SOON. MEDICINE AS IT SHOULD BE.

Simply stated, Functional Medicine looks at the root cause of illness. Instead of throwing medications on various symptoms (which often creates new symptoms), Functional Medicine asks the question “why?” is the symptom there in the first place? Our goal is to assist the body in the healing process and removing factors that are hindering the body from achieving optimal wellness.

Sarah Campbell will be the primary Physician Assistant at our new location. She is trained in Functional Medicine and specializes in treating adults who are searching for answers as to why they always feel tired, have chronic gut problems or feel older than their actual age. She also specializes in treating children with special needs using a Biomedical approach. To find out more about her practice and programs, visit www.wacofunctionalmed.com 254.229.6815 | erica@sarahcampbellpa.com | 1615 Wooded Acres Dr. Suite 1 Waco, Texas 76710

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DIY

Easter Tablescape

By Cherie @sweetroseandwren

2020 brought a lot of unnecessary “clutter” into my brain, and had me craving simple, clean, and peaceful surroundings in the new year, while still feeding my creativity. White dishes are a staple in my home and are always what I start with in all of my tablescapes. These dishes were collected from Anthropology years ago. The wooden chargers were a simple diy: unfinished wood chargers found at Michael’s, stained in my favorite “weathered” stain by old barn living, and lightly dry brushed in white.

The copper utensils were a great find from Walmart! The cups are from Amazon. In the center, a brown paper table runner doubles as place setting name tags. I wrote the names over each plate using a gold paint pen. A simple centerpiece of a white and green floral arrangement on top of a cake plate for height, and my favorite “handsome rabbit” who has been with us many years complete the spring tablescape.

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Q&A:

FIVE STAR PAINTING WITH THE PRAESEL FAMILY

The Praesel family, owner of Five Star Painting, treats their clients like family. Cindy Praesel manages marketing & scheduling.

She helps the clients with their first color consultation.

Nolan Praesel helps understand clients’ vision and helps make that dream a new reality.

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WHAT IS IT LIKE TO BE ONE OF YOUR CLIENTS? We are family and we will treat you like one of us! Whether we are painting your home or business, we will be with you every step of the way providing quality service and products.

Our business is operated by living out our code of values…

Respect, Integrity and Customer Focus.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN YOU AND OTHER PAINT COMPANIES? It starts with an exact estimate based on actual measurements of your project, then followed up

with a thorough walkthrough and a 2-year warranty. Most of our customers take advantage of our free color consultations. Our mission is to take extra special care of our customers.

cabinets or wallpaper removal to exterior projects such as deck staining or brick painting, estimates are always free and provided at no obligation.

HOW CAN CLIENTS MAKE THEIR FIRST APPOINTMENT?

Our specialty is cabinet painting and brick staining. These special projects require extra knowledge and expertise that our painters have.

Our convenient online calendar allows our customers to choose the date and time that works with their schedule. Our team will show up at the scheduled time and provide you with an exact price estimate for the job you have in mind. Whether it be an interior project involving painting walls,

WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?

HOW WOULD A CLIENT LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS? For more information, you can visit our website at FiveStarPainting.com or call 254.875.0129.

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JOHNSON ROOFING WHAT ASPECTS OF THE BUSINESS DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST? Sharing Christian values with our Johnson Roofing family and all those we come in contact with is my passion.

WHAT SETS YOU APART? Safety is our number one priority, and we have one of the best safety records for a roofing contractor in Texas. Our crews, including subcontractor partners, are covered by worker's compensation insurance, which covers the workers, the property owners, and the company.

For more information or to schedule a complimentary roof inspection, please call 254.662.5571 or visit the website at jroof.com.

TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS? Johnson Roofing is a full-service roofing company serving residential and commercial customers spanning Texas' southern and northern borders, primarily on the I-35 corridor. This year we are celebrating our 80th Anniversary.

WHAT DOES THE JOHNSON ROOFING TAGLINE, PURSUING EXCELLENCE SINCE 1941, MEAN? In our family, Pursuing Excellence is a mission that began with my grandparents and my dad, Bill. Not only did my dad grow Johnson Roofing into one of Texas' top roofing companies, but he was also a premier

horseman in the 1950s, '60s, and '70s. Same with me, whether running Johnson Roofing or competing with my horses, I want to do my best. My pursuit of excellence is my way of honoring my family's incredible legacy while also keeping the mission alive, hopefully for the next 80 years.

WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES OF THE ROOFING INDUSTRY TODAY? The biggest challenge we face is finding people who have a strong work ethic. Having years of roof installation experience is not a prerequisite to work here. Through Johnson Roofing University, we provide our team members the instruction they need to do their job, whether on a roof or in the office.

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BRAZOS INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE WITH LISA KIRK, D.O.

Q WHAT IS INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE? Integrative Medicine is a proactive medical approach that focuses on addressing the underlying causes of sickness, pain, inflammation, and disease.

TYPE OF Q WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?

Nearly 25 years of experience caring for our community ABOUT LISA KIRK, D.O.

We see a variety of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. We are the only provider in the area currently offering IV Therapy that can be billed to your insurance, so you do not have to cash pay for the service. IV Therapy can help boost your immune system and fight off infection – this is more and more important in the world we live in today. Other alternative therapies include bioidentical hormone replacement and our prevention based Elite physical.

Double board certified with American Board of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine and American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians; Dr. Lisa Kirk has been working with patients for more than two decades. Her daily mission is to stress the importance of preventative medicine by using alternative treatment options for patients not typically considered in a traditional primary care setting.

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Meet Kristina Holcomb

not planned, but that’s part of what I love about Premier. We have a strong team that steps up to every challenge and finds a way to say, “yes.”

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF & YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY. I have been married to my husband, Tyler, for 12 years. We have three children: Talia 8, Tessa 7, Teo 4 and one on the way this March! I am originally from Vermont and moved to Waco in 2005 to attend Baylor University.

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Baylor University, and my MBA from Tarleton State University. I joined the Premier team in 2017where I am the Vice President of Communications and Patient Relations. I help maintain our mission and vision and get the opportunity to interact with our community on a daily basis.

HOW DID YOU END UP IN THE PUBLIC RELATIONS FIELD? I love to talk. Communication is something that translates into what everyone does every day. With the many challenges over this past year, it has become even more evident that effective communication is a vital part of everyday life. I like to talk with people, listen to their dreams, needs, ideas, and learn from each person I meet.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR TYPICAL DAY. I start the day with a management meeting to touch base with our leadership and set the day up for success. I work on our social media, reviews, press releases, and spend the bulk of my afternoons in both internal and external meetings.

I try to carve out some time each day to strategize different facets of our company and ways we can enhance or improve our communication, both internally and externally. Our environment is fluid and things come up every day that are

WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST MOTIVATORS? I have an internal drive that motivates me to always work harder than yesterday and learn something new to apply for tomorrow. I love assisting and providing tools and resources for our teams as they have the most purposeful work of all. The joy and feedback I encounter every day speaking with our community leaders and patients is rewarding for me.

WHAT'S THE MOST REWARDING PART ABOUT YOUR JOB? Serving our community is the most rewarding part of my job.

I am lucky to be able to interact with people every day who had a bad day, chose to come to Premier for care, and hear more about the wonderful care our team is able to provide within the facilities. The extraordinary work provided by each member of our team and facilities never ceases to amaze me.

Putting patient care above all else is what we do providing an unparalleled patient experience is what it’s all about.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE HOBBIES. I love to spend time with my family. Whether that is watching our girls play basketball, chasing after our four-year-old, or spending time with my husband; it’s the best time. I love to figure skate, read, and watch movies.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE ACTIVITIES AROUND TOWN? Our girls play together on a basketball team and Teo will start tee-ball this spring. We love the Waco Zoo, Mayborn Museum, and Dr. Pepper Museum as well.

WHAT ORGANIZATIONS ARE YOU INVOLVED WITH? I am serving as the Chair for Brand Management with the Junior League of Waco, a contributor for the Waco Moms, Merchandise Chair on the Bishop Louis Reicher Booster Club, and in class XXXV11 for Leadership Waco.

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WITH WYATT & KAYLA FAULKINBERRY INSURANCE & MORTGAGE LENDING our world. We enjoy going to Cameron park and playing with our dogs by the river and visiting the zoo.

I am very active in sponsoring local little league teams and we are also very active in our church First Baptist Woodway.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BEING IN THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY?

This strong and hardworking husband wife team sat down with us to give us insight into the benefits of a personalized insurance experience.

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TELL US ABOUT YOU & YOUR WIFE. We met through powerlifting in high school, and became high school sweethearts. We have been together for five years and married for almost two. I am an insurance agent and Kayla handles mortgages for residential homes.

We have two children, Blakely who is 2 1/2 and Heston who is 6 months. They are

The insurance industry has its ups and downs, but the main thing is knowing people. If you can be a people person and build a team to take care of your customers with the same dedication you put into winning, those clients will be your best customers. That’s where the real satisfaction is.

WHAT ARE SOME COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS IN YOUR INDUSTRY? A common misconception is that rates don’t fluctuate, rates vary so much. The main thing you need to find

is someone who will take care of you and your family.

ANY TIPS YOU WOULD RECOMMEND TO POTENTIAL CLIENTS? Sit down and talk to your insurance agent, most of the time he or she can find more discounts by having a one on one conversation. Having a local agent is definitely the way to go, when you need something I’m always here.

WHAT SETS YOU APART FROM OTHER INSURANCE AGENTS? I strive to meet with every customer in person, and that is saying a lot in the easy age of technology.

I am not the person that wants to do it the easy way.

I want to build long lasting relationships with my clients.

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT YOU CAN PROVIDE YOUR CUSTOMERS WHO ARE USED TO SHOPPING ONLINE? Variable interest rates, a customized insurance portfolio, and someone they can call when and if They need someone.

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Phase two analyzes large muscle groups, and phase three addresses small muscle groups. Over time, this system enhances physical function at all stages of life, helps prevent injuries and reduces or eliminates most muscle pain. Consult your physician first for a medical evaluation. Deborah is a licensed and national board certified therapist for Massage and Bodywork and a Certified Medical Massage Practitioner.

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DIY

WRAPPING OUTSIDE THE BOX

By Emily Barlow @handmade.farmhouse

SUPPLIES: ▶ Paper Maché House Box Set or any plain cardboard gift box ▶ Acrylic Craft Paints ▶ Small paintbrushes ▶ Small gifts to place inside such as candles, gardening tools, an apron, linen kitchen towels or a book.

Not a painter? No Problem! This is really simple to create and you can always layer lighter or darker colors into the florals until it looks finished to you. "Allow yourself creativity without rules and just have fun with it." Says Emily.

During Christmastime, Emily of @handmade.

Tip farmhouse discovered a love for creating If you would like to cover the homemade Putz houses after learning door on your Paper Maché House, about the little vintage treasures and you can simply use sheets of foam in their history. "I really enjoyed the white or any color that will match your challenge of creating my own unique creation. Cut small windows with an styles to display in our home for the x-acto knife if desired. These thin foam holidays." As the season passed, Emily sheets are sold at Hobby Lobby or wondered how she could incorporate your local craft store. these darling painted boxes into her spring style. "I had an idea one day after seeing some floral gardening tools, that it would be so fun to create a hand-painted gift box for Mother's Day." "Thinking outside of the box by turning the actual wrapping into a treasure box itself was really fun. The sky's the limit in terms of what you can do with these. Any color or pattern would be so beautiful, and your recipient can use them to display in their kitchen for spring, in a greenhouse with a plant inside, or even as a wrap to give another gift to someone else."

Create a simple yet stunning floral pattern easily by layering paint colors in loose "C" shapes. Add small leaves of different shades of green for depth and to fill in open space.

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This same process can be used on small cardboard gift boxes or even jewelry boxes. Make your gift extra special by painting a pattern on the box and wrapping it with a coordinating ribbon.

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BREAKING BARRIERS FROM BEHIND THE BENCH Founder of

DESIGN HOUSE Linda McEathron

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Design House Jewelry Studio sprung into life over 15 years ago and specializes in custom jewelry design, jewelry repair, and one-on-one styling.

Whether seeking a way to commemorate a special occasion, searching for the perfect last minute gift, or shopping local, customers can rest assured that there’s something perfect for every person who walks through the door.

Every inch of McEathron’s new studio ushers visitors into the world of design. The sit down “design bar” at the entrance of the storefront welcomes customers to get creative and work directly with McEathron on their jewelry dreams. The natural stones and crystals sprinkled on shelves and walls throughout the space entice visitors to touch and feel, absorbing their energy. With beautiful beams and exposed brick, the building holds over 100 years of history and creates inspiration itself.

Breaking into the goldsmithing scene as a young woman was no easy feat, but McEathron did so with grace and grit. Having mastered her craft for over 30 years, she thrives on collaborating with a variety of clientele, from a man anxious to surprise his future wife with an engagement ring that truly reflects her style to a daughter seeking to transform an heirloom piece from her grandmother’s jewelry into a beautiful wearable memory. At Design House, the possibilities are endless.

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n a quaint street in downtown Waco, Linda McEathron starts her busy mornings by watching the sun rise over the city from behind the bench in her brand new custom jewelry studio. With a hot cup of coffee and a gallon of inspiration, she’s ready to change the world, one piece of jewelry at a time.

McEathron is proud to showcase the works of other independent women jewelry makers, from Los Angeles to Portland to New Jersey.

“It was truly work to carve out my place in this industry and I want to give that opportunity to other women who are making incredible works of art,” McEathron said.

Since opening her doors, McEathron has sought to be distinct, using non-traditional colors and textures of gemstones to amplify her designs. She and her team of goldsmiths balance the unusual with perfection, working to create elegant and edgy jewelry for a variety of occasions. Her work is recognized nationwide, winning the JCK Top 50 Designer Retailer Award in 2017 and 2018. She was a finalist for the InStore Design Awards, Best Earrings Under $5,000 in 2019, and was featured in InStore Magazine in Spring 2020.

As Design House celebrates the opening of their new location, the rest of downtown Waco is experiencing a revitalization as well with new developments on every corner. The folks at Design House are eager to transform along with their community by introducing jewelry making classes, new products, and lots of opportunities to dazzle in 2021.

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If you struggle to choose plants for your pots, follow these tips: 1. Know where your pots are going and how much sun they will get in that location.

Plants whose tags say ”full sun to part shade” generally work well with plants that are labeled “full to part sun” IF it’s morning sun with shade in the afternoon. This is especially true in our hot Texas climate.

3. Include a “spiller” such as variegated ivy to cascade over the sides of your pot and soften the overall look.

4. Use evergreens! They will look good year round, and you can switch out the annuals in the fall and again next spring.

5. Dusty Miller, with its soft silver foliage, makes 2. Choose plants with varying heights and form. almost any combination of plants look better.

Plant the taller plants near the back and lower profile ones near the front.

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PODCASTS

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If you are looking for thoughtprovoking conversations...

If you are looking to learn a new conversation starter…

If you are looking to discover a new reality of history...

If you are looking for a quick rundown of the news...

In Becoming Wise, Krista Tippett discusses the up and coming issues with guests to challenge her audience’s views and challenges.

In Every Little Thing, Phoebe Flanigan, Annette Heist, Flora Lichtman, Catilin O’Keefe, and Stephanie Werner tell their audience facts about new things to promote education about the unknown.

In Fiasco, Leon Neyfakh tells his audience of historical events, and what he believes to be the truth behind them.

In The Daily, Michael Barbaro gives his audience a 20-minute summary of the major events of the day. His podcast is aired five days per week.

If you are looking to view history with a new lens…

If you are looking for a relatable story and a good laugh…

If you are looking to listen…

If you are looking to learn the unknown…

In You’re Wrong About, Michael Hobbes and Sarah Marshall discuss past events and how new information has come out about them, revealing a new perspective of history.

In How to Fail, Elizabeth Day relates celebrities to listeners through unknown stories of how they failed but ultimately overcame their challenges. facts about new things to promote education about the unknown.

If you are looking for a laugh that takes you down memory lane…

If you are looking to laugh at someone going through adulthood…

In The Mortified Podcast, guests tell their audience of the journals they wrote as children or stories from their childhood that still embarrass them.

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In Adulting, Michelle Buteau and Jordan Carlos tell their audience of their trouble of maturing and figuring out how to be an adult, facts about new things to promote education about the unknown.

In The Moth, guests tell the audience of their different stories. Each story forces the audience to feel differently and each teaches a new lesson.

In 99% Invisible, Roman Mars tells his audience of the unexplained origins of normalized aspects of everyday life.

If you are looking for home decor advice,

If you are looking for all things home design,

In Dear Alice, Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall give their best advice on how to create a highend look in your home.

In Design Time, Jessica Romm Perez tells her audience how to create a happy home and a fun place through home design.

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HAIR WOES

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Hair Salon Owner & Expert Stylist, Cortny Alvarez, shares Her Go-To Hair Fix Solutions

PROBLEM. Dry Damaged Hair FIX. First ON A CLOUD BAOBAB OIL REPAIR SHAMPOO + MASQUE then SUNCATCHER On a cloud is R+Co’s newest set of products and it’s amazing! It’s good for anyone looking to repair their hair from damage while leaving it soft and silky smooth. The ultimate baobab oil-protein technology helps to rebuild bonds for healthy hair fibers from the inside out.

Suncatcher is the best leave-in conditioner that helps soften, seal, detangle and fight frizz. Good for all hair types in need of protective nourishment, light hold and shine. I use this everyday on wet or dry hair. I swear by it! Keeps my hair and my extension hair smooth and silky!

PROBLEM. Dry Itchy Scalp FIX. CROWN SCALP SCRUB or ACID WASH Over washing your hair everyday can dry out your scalp.

The best solution would be to alternate your shower routine between a shampoo + conditioner, a treatment, or just rinsing if you feel you need to wet your hair everyday.

Crown Scalp Scrub makes the best at home treatment for a clean, rebalanced scalp to optimize follicle health.

Or An apple cider vinegar rinse! It will help control dandruff and flaky skin. Acid wash is best for calming the scalp, and restoring hair back to a natural, clean + shiny state. I love using this in between extension move ups.

After all of the product buildup, my scalp feels squeaky!

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PROBLEM. Hair Growth FIX. I could tell you to take your vitamins and to drink lots of water but let’s be honest, Handtied Hair Extensions are always the answer! Can be used for adding mermaid locks, or even just some extra volume. Good for all hair types, with zero damage to your natural hair. No adhesive, glue or sticky tape. Seamlessly blends with your natural hair + is custom colored to ensure a perfect blend. Instant results giving you long beautiful hair. All stylists at Cortny + Co Salon are trained in the Habit Hand Tied Method.

You can purchase all of these products locally at Cortny + Co Salon. We guarantee you will love them as much as we do!

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8 WAYS TO CREATE A SPACE for the culture you want When I think of home, all I can think of is “Ahhh, I can relax now, because I am with my people.”

When I had the opportunity to open my own real estate brokerage, that is the exact feeling I wanted others to have when they walked into our office. I knew I didn’t want to be like most real estate brokerages from the design and style of my office to my company vision and culture.

By Amber Brown, Broker for White Label Realty photos by Taylor Friedman

I chose custom furniture made by my husband featuring natural wood accented with metal. I felt this combination was a perfect reflection of my personality, staying true to who I am, but embracing my edgy side.

The light walls, floor and ceiling creates a calming and peaceful workspace with a little splash of accent color to represent our love for vibrant personalities.

I wanted to scatter plants into our decor to represent life and continual growth.

Music is always playing and is a must for a fun and engaging atmosphere.

An open work space was a requirement to help foster relationships among our agents, and create an environment of collaboration, motivation, and support.

I went back to what I feel like when I am home…What would that feel and look like for an office? How do I make the space feel like a home away from home?

I created a formal workspace and a casual workspace so our agents have a choice of where to work based on their needs and mood for the day.

It starts with being authentic and intentional. Each element of the office is a reflection of my personality and served a purpose of creating the environment we wanted. Some of these elements are the following:

The most important aspect of our office space is laughter.

I insisted on an abundance of windows that allowed plenty of natural light, keeping the mood always bright.

Mix all of these elements together and I’ve accomplished creating an office space that is exactly what I visualized. This space is our culture, our style, our vibe....where we can let go and just enjoy what we do, how we do it and who we do it with because together we grow.

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FINDING MYSELF AT 40

By Julie Hays

I'm turning 40 this year. What once seemed like a lifetime away is here -- 2021. I'm reaching the milestone with three incredible kids, one of whom is turning 10, an amazing husband and a career that's spanned nearly 20 years at KWTX. And I'm happy. But until just a few months ago, I was dreading the big 4-0.

This week I listened as a woman who just turned 40 told me how “terrible” it was, and until recently, I would have agreed. But I made a choice to change my life. And not just that, I gave myself the OK, for the first time since becoming a mom, to take some time for “me.”

As a person in a high-risk category for COVID-19, the pandemic has been extremely isolating. I slipped into depression, rarely seeing anyone outside my own household.

To cope, I turned to food and I stopped exercising. I wasn't happy. Before I knew it, I turned 39 as someone I didn't even recognize.

I feared turning 40 would be even worse.

I don't know why I reached out to wellness coach Jenny McCormick, but I'm glad I did. I knew very little about her program before I started working with her. It taught me over the next few months how to eat and love myself again.

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At first, the task seemed daunting.

Meal prep? As a non-cook, I couldn't even make my way around the grocery store.

Goals? I was too old to dream, right?

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Jenny changed my life and although she's a fitness trainer this wasn't about hitting the gym. For 12 weeks, I woke up each morning and did some soul searching. She asked me to write down and send her my goals, my struggles, the things I was proud of that day and one promise I'd make to myself. Oh, and I had to name one thing I was grateful for. Talk about changing perspective quickly.

I don't think I've ever put anything like that on paper and certainly not every day.

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rinsed and drained 1/2 c Tahini 3-4 tbsp Lemon juice 3 tbsp Olive oil 3 cloves Garlic 1 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp Salt (or more to taste) 1-2 tbsp Water

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Drain and rinse chickpeas in a colander with water. Place chickpeas on a paper towel and dry off. Using another paper towel gently rub the chickpeas to help the skin fall over. I recommend removing the skin from at least half of the chickpeas to help with a creamy texture. It’s tedious but worth it.

2. To a food processor add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic cloves, cumin and salt. Blend for 2-3 minutes until the hummus is nice and creamy.

3. If your hummus seems too thick, add a couple tablespoons of water to thin it out.

4. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.

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IN THE KITCHEN

QuinoaTabbouleh Salad INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 c 3c 1c 1c 1c 1c 1/2 c 1/4 c 2 4-5 tbsp 3 tbsp

Quinoa Water Cherry tomatoes, diced English cucumber, diced Orange bell pepper, diced Red bell pepper, diced Fresh flat leaf parley, finely diced Fresh mint, finely diced Garlic cloves, minced Lemon juice Olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS 1. Add quinoa and water to a medium saucepan, cover, and bring to a boil and reduce to simmer for 15 minutes until water is gone.

2. Let sit for 5 minutes, use a fork to fluff.

3. Add quinoa to a large bowl along with tomato, cucumber, red pepper, orange pepper, parsley, mint, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

4. Toss to mix everything together.

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Grilled Chipotle Apricot Chicken Thighs INGREDIENTS 3 lb 11 oz 1 tbsp 1/2 tsp ¹⁄8 tsp 1/4 c

Bone-in chicken thighs Apricot preserves Chiptole peppers in adobo sauce, diced Smoked paprika Salt Water

INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a large bowl, add apricot preserves, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, salt and water. Whisk together until combined and smooth. Remove 1/4 cup of the mixture and set aside for later.

2. Add bone-in chicken thighs to the bowl with the sauce. Toss chicken to coat with the chipotle apricot marinade. Cover. Marinade for 20-30 minutes.

3. Preheat grill to medium high heat, about 375-400º F. 4. Place chicken on grill, skin side down first. Grill for 4 minutes, and then turn the chicken (still skin side down) 45 degrees and cook an additional 4 minutes. This will give you the next grill marks.

5. Flip the chicken and repeat this process. (4 minutes turn 45 degrees and grill an additional 4 minutes) 6. Move the chicken out of direct heat and grill until the chickens internal temperature is 165º F. (the chicken might already be done or it could take an additional 5-10 minutes) Remove from the grill and brush with remaining chipotle apricot glaze.

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Lindsey says, “If we educate our children early on, they will be able to recognize inappropriate behavior and keep their bodies safe.” It’s never too early to start teaching your children about body safety.

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IN THE KITCHEN

Tuscan Chicken INGREDIENTS 1 lb 1 tbs 2 tbs 4 1/2 c ¹⁄3 c ¹⁄8 tsp 2c 2c 1c 1 tbs 1/4 c

Boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced Avocado oil Unsalted butter Garlic cloves, minced Sweet onion, diced Dry white wine Red pepper flakes Cherry tomatoes Baby spinach Full fat coconut milk Lemon juice Fresh basil, chiffon salt & pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper.

2. Heat a large skillet to medium high heat.

3. Add avocado oil to the pan and then chicken breast.

Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side.

4. Remove from pan and set aside.

5. Immediately add butter to the pan and let melt. Add in garlic and saute for 30 seconds, stirring the entire time.

6. Add in onions and saute until translucent, about 2 minutes.

7. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scrapping with a wooden spoon to get any brown bits from the bottom.

Season with salt and ¹⁄8 tsp of red pepper flakes.

8. Add in cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes. As the cherry tomatoes start to soften, press down on them with a spoon to make them burst.

9. Add in spinach and saute until wilted down, about 2 minutes.

10. Pour in the coconut milk. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

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IN THE KITCHEN

Blueberry Baked Donuts INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

For Donuts:

For Donuts:

1c ½ c ½ tsp 1 tsp ½ c 2 ½ tbsp 1 1 c

All-purpose flour Light brown sugar packed Salt Baking powder Full-fat sour cream Unsalted butter, melted Large egg Blueberries

1. Preheat oven to 350º F. Spray your donut mold with non-stick spray and set aside.

2. In a medium-sized bowl whisk together the flour, light brown sugar, salt, and baking powder.

3. In a separate bowl mix the wet ingredients together. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.

4. Fold in the blueberries.

5. Spoon the batter into the donut pan. Bake the donuts into the pre-heated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they spring back when lightly pressed.

6. Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then remove from pan and allow to cool completely before glazing.

Powdered sugar Vanilla extract Milk

For Glaze:

For Glaze:

1 c 1/2 tsp 1-2 tbsp

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1. In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients and whisk until free of lumps.

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French Macarons INGREDIENTS 1 ²/3 c 1c 3 large ¼c

powdered sugar almond flour egg whites granulated sugar

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Line a cookie sheet with a silicone mat or you can use parchment paper if you don't have one.

2. Using a food processor, pulse the powdered sugar and almond flour until fully combined and rid of lumps. Sift the combined dry ingredients into a large bowl. If you do not have a food processor you can just sift.

3. In a medium bowl, prepare the french meringue. Beat the egg whites on low speed with a hand mixer until they get frothy. Increase the speed and slowly add the sugar.

Beat until stiff peaks form. If you want to add any food coloring, do it now, but use it sparingly or you will make the meringue too liquidy.

4. Add the french meringue into the dry ingredients and begin to gently fold.

The batter should be fully combined and not streaky. When you are able to make a figure 8 with the batter in one motion, the batter is ready. If it is too runny it has been over-mixed.

5. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a piping tip. Pipe 1-inch disks on to the silicone mat.

6. Tap the cookie sheet on the countertop 3 or 4 times to get rid of any air bubbles. Use a toothpick to pop any remaining air bubbles.

7. Allow the macarons to rest for an hour or until the tops of the macarons have dried. You will be able to gently run your finger over them without anything getting on your finger.

8. Preheat the oven to 280º F. 9. Place the macarons on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 5 minutes, rotate the cookie sheet and bake for another 5 minutes, rotate the pan one last time and bake for 3-5 minutes. 13-15 minutes in total.

10. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the cookie sheet.

11. If the macarons were baked correctly, they should easily peel off of the silicone mat.

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IN THE KITCHEN

Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Bars INGREDIENTS For Strawberries:

1 lb 2 tbsp

Fresh strawberries Granulated sugar

For Crust:

5 tbsp 8 4 tbsp 1/4 tsp

Unsalted butter Graham cracker sheets, finely crushed Granulated sugar Salt

For Cheesecake:

3 packages 1 1/2 c 3 large ¹/3 c 2 tsp

Cream cheese, room temperature Granulated sugar Eggs Heavy cream Vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS For Strawberries:

1. Preheat oven to 400º F. Have a pie plate or shallow baking dish ready.

2. Cut the tops of the strawberries off and cut the strawberries into quarters. Place in the prepared dish.

3. Sprinkle the sugar over the strawberries and stir to coat all of the strawberries.

4. Roast the strawberries for 20-25 minutes or until the strawberries are softened and the liquid is thickened. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

For Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 375º F. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper or foil. Set aside.

2. Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan. The butter will start to foam and you will see orangey-brown bits form at the bottom of the pan. This will take about 5 minutes.

3. Remove the pan from the heat. Add the crushed graham crackers, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.

4. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of prepared pan.

5. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove the crust from the oven and allow to cool completely.

For Cheesecake:

1. Preheat oven to 325º F. 2. In the bowl of a stand mixer or in a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar together on low speed until fully combined and smooth.

3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well and scraping down the sides of the bowl between additions.

4. Add the heavy cream and vanilla. Mix until fully combined.

5. Gently pour the cheesecake filling into the crust. Spoon the roasted strawberries and the thickened juice on top of the filling. Use a butter knife to swirl the strawberries into the filling.

6. Bake the cheesecake bars for 30-40 minutes or until the filling is set, but still a bit jiggly in the center.

7. Remove the bars from the oven and allow to cool for 30 minutes. Transfer to the fridge until ready to serve.

8. When ready to serve, cut the cheesecake into 9 equal bars.

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