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BACK TO THE

Daily Grind

I

t’s that time again! Are you ready to slide into another new school year?

Time to purchase back-to-school

supplies, school clothes, and get the endless amount of preschool forms completed.

Time for parents and children to transition back into daily routines, meet new

teachers, new friends, and for many,

a whole new school. For parents, this can either be a blessing or a time of

stress and sadness. But it’s always a time for everyone to get excited about the anticipation of a fresh start. Even for

me, although I am clearly beyond school

age, I still love the excitement that a new school year brings. I also look forward to all the stories my kids will share – at least for the first week or so before they go

back to their usual response “good” to my “how was your day” question. This

year our family will welcome a freshman into college, a sophomore into a new

school, and a 7th-grader returning to her of excitement around our house, to say the least.

I don’t know about you, but each year during this time it’s like a “mini” New

Year’s for me, where I set my resolutions

for a better year. I think things like “This year I am going to read every school

email within 24 hours of it arriving” and “I am going to cook more family meals” or activities.” The list goes on. But, just like

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we are celebrating Women In Business, and I think it’s a perfect time to remind parents - especially Mom’s – that you are doing a great job. It’s ok not to be perfect because no one is regardless of what you see on Facebook or “Fakebook” as I like to call it. Many of the amazing women featured in our publication would be happy to tell you how they struggle to balance home and work, they sometimes feel guilty and have days where they feel they fail at both work and at home. That being said, I hope everyone keeps this in mind. And the next time you see a parent who forgot their child’s lunch, is late to pick up their kiddo from school, etc. instead of judging them maybe offer them a smile or a word of encouragement because I genuinely believe we are all just trying to do our best. I hope you enjoy this issue and we wish you and your family all the best in the 2018-2019 school year!

current school. So we should have plenty

“Be more organized with the kids’ school

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most of my New Year’s resolutions, by about week three I am back to just trying to keep my head above water. In this issue

Sincerely, Kelly Murray

Publisher of Murray Media Group kelly@murray-media.com

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

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On the Cover is: Mark Wainscott and Mike Love with ML Group

EDITORS PICK:

FEATURED:

30 YEARS DESIGNING HOMES ASK THE EXPERTS 10 Edit This with Steve Gamel 14 Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental 36 Gardening with Complete Solutions

26 What’s the Scoop?

ARTICLES 08 Sheriff’s Corner 10 Adoption of the Month 12 Argyle Teen Competes in Miss Texas Teen Outstanding Teen Pageant 18 Foodie Friday DFW: The Catch

PHOTOS FROM ARGYLE

22 Inside Community

04 You Submit, We Print

23 Inside Education

THIS MONTH: We’re focusing on business women. Look for the icon to get to know your local female business owners.

32 Back to School Shopping

25 Social Media & Teens

34 Bartonville Farmers’ Market

28 It’s More Than A Cup of Coffee

38 Argyle Sets New Record with Lone

30 Women in Business

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SHERIFF ’S

CORNER with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

GET TO KNOW YOUR SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT Chief Deputy Dewayne “Doc” Dockery

1997 where he served until 2002.

In 2002, Chief Dockery

Chief Dockery was born and

was one of the few

raised in Paris, Texas. After

promoted into the elite

graduating high school, he

law enforcement group

enlisted in the United States

of Texas Rangers. Chief

Army before joining the Texas Department of Public Safety in 1987. He was promoted to Sergeant in the Highway Patrol in

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Dockery was appointed to Chief Deputy of the Denton County Sheriff’s Office by Sheriff Murphree on January 1, 2017.

Assistant Chief Deputy Larry Kish (Operations Division)

Larry Kish was born and raised in Gainesville, Texas. He started his law enforcement career in 1988 working for the Gainesville Police Department.

In 1995, he joined the Denton County Sheriff’s Office working as a Crime Scene specialist. Sheriff Murphree appointed Larry Kish to the rank of Assistant Chief Deputy on January 1, 2017.

Assistant Chief Deputy Barry Caver (Detention Division)

Barry Caver was raised in Lufkin Texas.

He started his law enforcement career as a patrol deputy in 1976 working for Angelina County Sheriff’s Office. He was promoted into the elite Law Enforcement group of the Texas Rangers in 1989. He retired as a Captain of the Texas Rangers in 2008 before working in the private sector for several years.

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Ask The Expert: Edit This

GRAMMAR FAILS

Proof Before You Print

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e’ve all seen pictures on the Internet over the years of epic grammar fails and spelling mistakes. Being the happy-go-lucky writer and editor that I am, they provide an endless source of amusement. Below are a few I’ve taken over the years, so please enjoy.

And don’t forget to call Edit This® for all your writing and editing needs.

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Adoption of the Month Hi, I’m Bo

I am a 2-5 year old Pittie mix who was found as a stray in the Ponder area.

Just look at my ears!!! I am FULLY VETTED and available NOW for $60!

(Pet ID:76989)

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RESCUE ME

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Argyle Teen

COMPETES In Miss Texas Outstanding Teen Pageant

by Lindsay Mears

Bailee had been a dancer since she was a

Going through this pageant, Bailee

to continue on that path. As soon as she

appointments, dress fittings, runway walks,

little girl, and it has always been her dream started to attend Liberty Christian School in Argyle, she knew that she wanted to

be the captain of their dance team. She

learned that one of the qualifications, as

well as something that would help her in

the long run, was to have a firm grasp on the interview process. She thought back

to the question she was asked earlier that year, whether or not she’d be interested

in being in a pageant, and knew that this is where she could learn the skills she

needed for the dance captain position.

Bailee’s very first pageant was competing for Miss Southlake, and she won first

runner-up. From there, she went on to

compete in, and win, Miss Hunt County’s Outstanding Teen.

But this was only the beginning. From

there, she went on to compete for Miss

Texas Outstanding Teen, and finished in the top 10 out of 46 girls.

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was a busy bee, attending different and mock interview practice.

This pageant consisted of four phases:

fitness, evening gown, interviews, and a

talent competition. Bailee’s talent was, of course, dancing.

“She did a jazz routine,” Monica said. “It was super fun and lively!”

Bailee went on to win the phases of

evening gown and

“This was only her third

pageant,” Monica Utter,

onstage questions

here she was going up

The Miss Texas

during the preliminaries.

Bailee’s mom said. “And against girls who had

Outstanding Teen

been doing this their

Pageant is a program

entire lives. She made

like Miss Texas and Miss

so many friends, and

America, but for girls

met so many great

under the age of 18. On

people.”

the pageant website, Bailee said,

“I believe the Miss America Organization impacts our society by empowering women through scholarship and community service opportunities...”

“I believe the Miss

America Organization

impacts our society by

empowering women

through scholarship and community

service opportunities. I am honored to be a part of this organization, to have expanded my platform, ‘Leading

by Reading.’”

photos courtesy of Bailee Utter

W

hen Argyle teen, Bailee Utter, was first approached during her freshman year of high school with the question of if she’d ever considered the pageant world, she was not interested at the time.

Leading by Reading is a program that

began when Bailee noticed that a star

athlete in her class could not read aloud when their teacher asked him to.

“When Bailee witnessed this, her heart sank. She had no idea there were kids around her that didn’t know how to read.

Immediately, she wanted to do something to help,” Monica said.

Bailee implemented a mentorship

program so that upperclassmen could

read to kids in younger grades. The boy in Bailee’s class decided to take part in this program.

“Just to see him feel good about himself

put a smile on Bailee’s face. The younger kids love having an athlete read to them, too,” Monica said.

Bailee - the daughter of Bill Utter, the

owner of Bill Utter Ford - continued the

program by holding book drives across five different car dealerships in DFW.

They donated thousands of books to school libraries.

“Bailee believes that reading is a way we can get back to intentional relationships with all of the social media in our lives,” Monica said proudly. “She truly is just a

real person - our blonde hair, blue-eyed, all-American girl.”

When asked what’s next for Bailee, Monica stated that she would probably take a

couple of years off from pageantry until she’s old enough to run for Miss Texas.

She said that Bailee will now focus on school and being the captain of the Liberty Christian dance team. After

school, Bailee hopes to attend Texas

Christian University and wants to try out for the TCU Showgirls, which is their school dance team.

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Ask The Expert: Dentistry

excessive crowding or improper tooth contact can create areas of plaque

It’s Never Too Late for

ADULT ORTHODONTICS

A

s school bells are ringing and our kiddos scamper back into daily routines of classrooms and

lessons, we parents deserve a pat on

the back for accomplishing a seamless

sendoff. With the new school year, and

maybe a little extra time in our days, this could be the opportunity to focus on

dental care that may have been neglected or delayed, specifically one that I see

parents too often defer: orthodontics.

When it comes to adult orthodontics,

there are many misconceptions. One is

that orthodontic treatment is for the young

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or a once in a lifetime necessity. The

reality is that our teeth constantly move

throughout our life. Unless retainers are

constantly employed, the results can lead

to cases of lower tooth crowding or upper tooth spacing.

Another misconception is that

orthodontics is esthetic only, but health is often beauty. Teeth are designed

to function according to their proper

placement. Improper biting forces can result in excessive wear of teeth or a

breakdown of enamel along the gumline known as an “abfraction.” In addition,

retention that can lead to decay or

gum disease. Consequently, correctly positioned teeth will function with longevity and are easier to clean.

Advances in orthodontic treatment

also allow for faster and more esthetic

treatment for adults. Digital impressions

and design can help avoid any potential

delays. Bracket types can be utilized that will expedite the process and minimize

appointments, and clear brackets help if appearance is a concern.

No matter the reason, it is never too late or too unimportant to treat your dental orthodontic concerns as an adult.

Happy smiling!

by Dr. Matt who is the owner of Country Lakes Family Dental Bartonville, TX CountryLakesDental.com

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Foodie Friday DFW: The Catch

The

CATCH

W

e talk about “Coming Soon” listings all the time within the realm of real estate. So, at

Foodie Friday DFW, we like to talk about

Coming Soon restaurants every once in a while, too!

You may have heard of this restaurant in

Lewisville called The Catch that’s serving up delicious, home-cooking-inspired,

Southern seafood with a hint of Cajun flair.

If you haven’t been to The Catch before, just imagine the perfect combination of

Texas and Louisiana Seafood Specialties.

They have a catfish basket that’s one of their best-sellers. Or if you’re needing a little Cajun pizzazz, their gumbo and po boys are some of the best I’ve ever had.

Right here in our backyard!

They make all of their food fresh, madeto-order with their own

And they’re doing it in a fast-casual environment

which we love even more!

For the past year, they’ve

been collecting mega-fans here in the area. Trust us - we know! We’ve heard

from a lot of them about

how we NEED to visit this

place! And we’re glad we listened to them!

...just imagine the perfect combination of Texas and Louisiana Seafood Specialties.

In the next few weeks, The

Catch will be opening their location in

Flower Mound at FM 407 and FM 2499 –

special recipes. You can dine in the restaurant, or order your food to-go for a big family dinner at home.

But just keep in mind that if you dine in, their margaritas and beers are always FREE! (No catch - get it?)

Long story short, we’re

completely stoked for their Flower Mound location to open. And in the meantime,

right across from the Shops at Highland

we’ll be chowing down on more of their

about it because we had people peeking

And you all should be too!

Village. And we know people are excited their heads in the door asking about it

delicious food at the Lewisville location!

Lewisville 724 W. Main St., Ste. 500 Lewisville, Texas 75067 Flower Mound Off FM 407 in the old Mod Market space

while we were there filming. So, don’t worry. You won’t have to wait too much longer!

Owner, Micheal Davis, is a native of Flower Mound and a graduate of Marcus High

School, so he’s very excited to bring The

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established architecture firm in Las Colinas, he was young and newly married to his sweetheart, Jenni, and they had a brand new house with a beautiful lawn.

In many ways, it was the perfectly designed life. But then he got the calling to quit that job and start his own firm.

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“When you’re newly married, your wife is like, ‘What are you doing? It’s not just you anymore?’” Mike said with a smile. “I was young, vulnerable and didn’t know

anything about running a business. We hadn’t been

in that house for a year yet, and I remember cutting the grass thinking, ‘This is probably the last time I do this.’”

He added, “It’s a big risk to go out and do your

own thing. You will have times where you’ll worry if you’ve made the right decision.”

To say his decision panned out is an

understatement. Mike Love is the proud owner of The ML Group, Inc. in Flower

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architecture, family

size, the economy, or

the natural rise in living standards

that have played such a pivotal role in added), but there was the one

Mound, long

known as one of the

premier residential design firms

in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He built a successful company using his passion

for architecture along with a client-first

mindset and always surrounding himself with the right people – all of whom he

credits for helping lay the foundation for everything the firm has accomplished.

On August 8, The ML

Group celebrated their photography by Your Candid Memories (yourcandidmemories.com)

30th anniversary.

“It takes a lot of hard work,

and a lot of all-nighters in this profession,” he said.

When Mike sat down with

gentleman who believed in Mike so much that he told him he should go into business for himself.

That same man gave him his first office space as he started to get his feet wet.

Then there were the region and division presidents for some of the largest volume builders in America who became his first clients and permanently set the wheels of success in motion.

The ML Group has worked closely with all the big names while uniquely positioning themselves to handle the

“It takes a lot of hard work, and a lot of allnighters in this profession,” he said.

Argyle Living to reflect on the

last 30 years, his mind and words were filled with a riot of heartfelt emotions

and candid memories that he has carried with him for a very long time. First and

foremost are the countless people – big names whose influence spreads far and

wide in both the architectural and home building world – who unselfishly guided

him in the right direction when they didn’t have to.

Mike said there isn’t room to mention

them all (“they know who they are,” he

entire home design process.

Their reputation for creativity, experience, and attention to detail has landed them both custom and volume projects as close as Flower Mound and nearby Argyle to as far away as scenic Lake Placid, New York and Destin, Florida.

the evolution of home design. But the company continues to adapt.

“People say all the time, ‘What are you

known for?’ Well, I like to think we can do anything,” Mike said.

Beyond pouring down praise on his

business colleagues, Mike has always said one of the reasons for The ML Group’s agility is his team. They have one of

the more talented groups of architects, designers, office professionals, and

project managers you can find. All of them have pledged themselves to bring every client’s vision to life.

Mike, of course, is the ringleader – and his passion for the industry knows no limits.

He once created a version of his resume written with architectural lettering to

impress a prospective boss. There isn’t a

vacation he’s taken that hasn’t included a drawing board strapped to the top of his

Tahoe, and that new house we mentioned

“I’d be nothing without them,” Mike said.

“Over the years, I’ve continued to build on those personal relationships – because we all mean so much to each other.

Even recently, I reached out to a former business partner, Mark Wainscott. We got into this thing 30 years ago and then parted ways. Now we’re circling back to do more work together.”

earlier – that was five homes ago, and he’s

The ML Group’s longevity is quite an accomplishment. So much has changed since 1988, whether that be advances in

when I ride off into the sunset, I want this

thinking about another.

Clearly, everything worked out. And he

can’t wait for the next 30 years to play out.

“I have great people around me, and that’s the secret,” he said. “I know my name is on the front door, and I know I sign the

checks. But I want them to understand that place to go on and for them to make it theirs. Because it is.”

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INSIDE COMMUNITY

NORTH TEXAS FAIR & RODEO Get your cowboy boots and put on your Stetson hats, the rodeo has returned once more! From August 17th- 25th, you can enjoy fair food, rodeos, livestock shows, and amusement rides. We’re really excited for the music line up of 30 bands, which includes the Josh Abbott band, Pat Green, Conjunto Nube, Eli Young Band, Ben Haggard and so many more. If you haven’t been before, you’re totally missing out. It’s worth the drive for a fair that’s been around for 90 years.

ARGYLE OFFICER NOMINATED Our community backs the blue, so much so that they nominated Officer Derek Hodges for Best Police Officer in Denton County! The life of an officer is often difficult and sometimes even dangerous, so it’s no wonder that the community came together to recognize an officer that is not only dedicated to his community but also made such an impact in their lives that they nominated him for Best of Denton County. Be sure to show him your support by voting for him at http://bestofdentoncounty.com/community-nonprofit-organization-voting/ photo courtesy of Derek Hodges

NATIONAL BANANA SPLIT DAY August 25th is National Banana Split day! Make it a fun day at home by purchasing bananas, ice cream (chocolate, vanilla and strawberry) as well as some chocolate syrup and toppings.

Did you know that the banana split was first invented by David Evans Stricklerm, a 23-year-old apprentice pharmacist from Pennsylvania, in 1904? If you don’t feel like making it try visiting your local ice cream shop.

ARGYLE SUPPORTS FAMILY It’s every family’s worst nightmare: a fire in the home. That’s what the Perfetti family of Snowshill in Hills of Argyle community had to endure late July during the evening. Many neighbors had reported being woken up by other concerned residents who noticed the fire growing in size. As a show of support, the community came together to raise gift cards for the family.

Stephanie Wilson, of the Argyle Insider, helped coordinate efforts. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. photography ©TEA/123RF.COM

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INSIDE EDUCATION LONGEST HISTORY LESSON A professor at UNT needs every student’s help to land himself in the record books. He’s hoping to teach the world’s longest history lesson at the UNT campus on August 24th. The history lesson will be exclusively about Texas from the cave man to present in one exciting nonstop lesson. During the event, UNT Libraries will raise funds to support The Portal to Texas History, an online resource that provides free access to rare materials from or about Texas.

HOMEWORK IN A CAFE AISD has partnered with Homework in a Cafe, a program that gives middle school students a relaxed environment to complete their homework. It’s under the guidance of mentors while giving them the freedom they need while preventing procrastination.

Students can work individually or in a group. There are three locations however space is limited so be sure to visit www.homeworkinacafe.com for more information.

ARGYLE ISD

EVENTS Varsity Football vs Grapevine Scrimmage Home Game Aug. 24 at 7:00pm Varsity Football vs Stephenville Home Game Aug. 31 at 7:00pm Varsity Football vs La Vega Home Game Sept. 7 at 7:00pm

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN

NEW PRESS BOX

It’s out with the old and in with the new.

AISD has taken down their old pressbox at Eagle stadium. You might have noticed all

the construction throughout the district this

summer. It includes new classrooms, updates, kitchen expansion, new roofing, and much

more. This is just one project that is currently

PRESIDENTIAL AWARD Congratulations to Mrs. Williams from Argyle Intermediate School for being a finalist for the presidential award for excellence in teaching math and science. The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the highest

taking place but we’re sure the community

honors bestowed by the United States

writers and photographers sure appreciate a

government specifically for K-12 mathematics

new area to report on events.

and science teaching.

photography by:Tiffany Shawhart

Photo provided by: Mrs. Brenda Williams

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A I D E M L A I SOC Teens:

by Dr. Rebecca Butler, who is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics. For more information on Lantana Pediatrics, Dr. Butler and/or Melanie Bitzer, CPNP or to schedule an appointment with one of these providers, call the office at 940.455.7200.

&ducated & Involved

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s parents, teachers, and loved ones we try our best to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the strange and convoluted world of or teens, but we often fall short of knowing and understanding most all of the slang language, social media comments, and day-to-day interactions between each other.

Social media consumes the attention of the majority of teens, and adults for that matter, which is why teenage code has become more and more complex and well hidden from regular adults users. I strongly feel that parents, caregivers, teachers or any other advocates for children should have an understanding of the ins and outs of social media.

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I will use instagram as an example of how social media can be potentially harmful and enabling for teens looking for an outlet or those in trouble searching for support similar troubled teens or young adults.

Instagram is a social media site comprising photographs followed by comment. Teens post everything from their daily happenings to their deepest feeling and desires on sites like this.

Instagram uses “hashtags” (#), which are types of labels or metadata tags used on social media networks and micro-blogging services that make it easier for users to find messages with a specific theme and content. These hashtags are used to link users to certain secret “Secret Society”.

For example, if a teenage girl was interested in cutting or was cutting and wanted support he/ she would search “#cat” and they would be linked to several social communities with the related topics.

Another example, #MySecretFamily is a very popular hashtag that connects teens struggling with a variety of mental illnesses. Teens are instructed to put various names into their profile to identify which mental illness they are battling.

These include but are not limited to; Anorexia, Bulimia, Paranoia, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Self-harm, Depression and Suicide.

An example of how these can be harmful is in the case of Non-suicidal self injury (NSSI) or the self destruction of one’s own body in the absence of suicidal intent. This is very common in middle school aged children and the exposure to peers with NSSI behaviors may increase the risk of engaging in these behaviors. They become somewhat “normalized” by social media acceptance and may lead to other co-morbidities.

Parents need to be educated about monitoring and how to monitor their children’s use of social media. Understanding and identifying may be a tool for early intervention and in turn life-saving.

Parents who openly communicate with their children are more likely to receive the same approach in response. It is critical that your teenager feel safe in talking to you, because fear of punishment can result in isolated or rebellious behavior.

During the difficult teenage years, your child will want to test boundaries. They will want to do and say things that you would not approve of. This is basic human nature. It’s important that you understand and respect this, while letting them know they can talk to you about anything. At the same time, you should lead by example and initiate those difficult discussions with your teen.

Even if you only get one-word responses, they are still listening.

Most parents are surprised to learn that their child has social media accounts on sites you probably didn’t even know about. Talk to your child and make sure you know every site they are using and how those sites are used.

Here are some of the most popular social networking sites used by teenagers:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Google +

Tumblr

SnapChat

Meetme

Ask your teen to show you how these sites are used. Express interest and have them teach you something about social media.

This educates you and creates a space to bond with your teen. Please talk to your pediatrician if you have any concerns.

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only rule he made for himself was that it

couldn’t be a job every 14 or 15-year-old kid in the neighborhood would be willing to do.

That pretty much took

mowing lawns, washing cars, and babysitting scooped up the only

remaining option that

made the most sense.

Introducing Zack’s

Doggy Doody, where

your dog’s “business” is Zack’s business.

quite the following. He created his first

Facebook post and immediately landed three repeat clients. A follow-up post netted him four more. His service is

perfect for residents who don’t

have time to follow behind

their four-legged friends

in the yard. Zack offers

customizable packages that include once-aweek visits to every other week or the

one-off clean up

before your next party

or get-together with

friends. He’ll clean your

yard and completely remove

“Most kids would think, ‘That’s so gross.’

But everyone [picks up dog poop],” said

Zack, a Bartonville resident. “I just thought what can I do that’s fast and easy and that no one else is doing.”

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your dog’s business from the property

neighborhood ice cream business in

Lantana but eventually got away from it.

It wasn’t long after that Zack decided to try his hand with a new venture. On the company’s Facebook page, one of his

cuter posts mentions that he’s typically on

“poop patrol” at his house and to give him a chance to clean up after your pet.

His mother, Crystal, drives him too and

from his appointments since he isn’t old enough to drive.

“We used to live in Lantana, and that’s

where he is working his business right

now,” Crystal said. “Eventually he might

expand, and I couldn’t be more proud of

him. He’s a motivated kid who is willing to do whatever he needs to do.”

As for Zack, he doesn’t see himself

rather than throw it in a nearby trash bin.

stopping anytime soon.

This isn’t the first time Zack has tried his

“Maybe I’ll do it for another one or two

has his brother once started a successful

another job,” he said.

hand at small-business ownership. He

years – at least until I’m old enough to get

photo of Zack courtesy of Crystal Crabill

out of the mix. So he

In just less than a year, Zack’s

logo photo courtesy of Zack

W

hen Zack Crabill began looking for a job so he could start saving up for his first car, the

Gamel

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It’s More Than a Cup of

Coffee

by Steve Gamel

Farmhouse Coffee & Treasures is a stellar

natural community builder, and we enjoy

100-year-old farmhouse-turned coffee

have a real passion for people.”

cup of coffee wrapped in an enchanting, shop located in Argyle’s

Harvest Community. From

the ambiance to the friendly

baristas waiting to serve your every need, Farmhouse is

everything you expect from

a neighborhood shop, with a real sense of community and faith sprinkled in.

“Our goal was to create a

the relationships that come from that. We Judging by the reviews

“Coffee is a natural community builder, and we enjoy the relationships that come from that. We have a real passion for people.”

culture where the average

Joe could come in, grab a coffee, and think, ‘You know, these people might

just care about me, too,’” said Jim Terry,

on their Facebook page,

Farmhouse is a true hidden

gem and has customers who regularly travel from as far

away as Pilot Point to taste

their signature Granita drink.

They also have everything from espresso and hot

tea to sun tea, homemade

lemonade, and tasty treats

like a banana split, breakfast burritos, and sticky buns.

a former minister from Seattle who with

Before you start searching for your

year anniversary in business. “Coffee is a

Coffee & Treasures.

wife, Terry, are approaching their one-

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next coffee shop, consider Farmhouse

photos courtesy of Farmhouse Coffee & Treasures

J

im and Crystal Terry make no bones of the fact they strive to brew the best coffee in Texas, and that’s saying a lot given the wealth of coffee shops in Denton County alone. But their mission goes beyond coffee grounds and savory treats.

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Businesswomen Article

Women in BUSINESS Inspirational quotes from successful businesswomen in Denton County

by Steve Gamel

Debbie Sardone, Buckets & Bows Maid Service “As a cleaning business owner, I had very few obstacles associated with being a woman. I think cleaning has always been perceived as “women’s work” so no one got in my way. But, when I was ready to invest in my growth, a local Flower Mound bank would only give me a business loan if my husband co-signed. I refused and decided to grow my business without the loan. It worked out.”

“Give, give, give. Struggling business owners tend to be desperate, and giving is the last thing they have on their mind. If you want to grow beyond your wildest dreams become an authentic giver. This doesn’t always have to be monetary. Find ways to give and serve others, not sparingly, but in abundance. When you give in abundance you reap in abundance. When you give sparingly you reap in scarcity. Adopt the go-givers mindset and you will be successful. Just don’t mistake giving for being a door mat; there is a difference.”

Jayme Potter, RPM Construction “It is NOT easy! There are many times you will feel very alone. When you get to those points look at how far you’ve come and what you have accomplished so far. Then refer to your business plan to get excited and motivated about the not so easy road you have ahead of you. You will find out who your true friends are. And sadly for me it wasn’t many. Do what you do with confidence. But most of all, once you start just keep going. Don’t look back unless it’s to see how far you’ve come!”

“There were a few times I was afraid of failing, but I think that’s natural – especially going into construction. But as long as you treat your clients the way you want to be treated and just keep working you won’t fail.”

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Kim Southwell, Reading Ranch Tutorial Center “Don’t listen to the naysayers, because there

photo courtesy of www.readingranch.com

“Stay focused and stick with the process.

Dig your heels into the dirt and don’t budge.”

will ALWAYS be critics. Surround yourself

with people who are passionate, positive,

and understand the concept of hard-work.

Lazy doesn’t cut it when you’re a business owner. And most importantly, keep your

faith strong – you’ll need to get on your knees and pray for strength to guide you and get you through the junk

that life as a business owner throws at you. But, the rewards are endless.”

“Stay focused and stick with the process. Dig your heels into the dirt and don’t budge.”

Cassandra Homer, Cassandra & Co. “There really is no playbook for starting a business. A lot of people want to make it a very simple formula, but I think it comes down to knowing what you want and not being fully tied to the outcome. I have failed a hell of a lot more than I have succeeded and frankly, succeeding can be a little boring. Not having enough experience in certain areas of running a business were major pitfalls for me.

People don’t often realize in a small business, you are human resources, you are accounting, you are operations - you are EVERYTHING! Learning to master all of these skills can be very daunting and not having the money to outsource it, leaves you with very few options. You have to dive in!”

“A huge problem facing women today is believing we still have to wait for permission. I’m not waiting for equality, I’m demanding it. I don’t need someone to tell me I’m just as good as a man, I know I am. Needing other people’s validation is something that will always make me cringe. You can’t please everybody, so why try? Be true to yourself and don’t wait for someone to allow it. Speak up. Be yourself. And you will be heard. The glass ceiling will always be there just reach up and bust through it!”

Christy Graham, Acorn Counseling “Focus on your long-term mission and try lots of stuff that may get you there. Then get rid of what doesn’t work for you. Revel in the flexibility while still making sure you can meet your responsibilities day to day. Find great people to delegate to and then trust them with it. This may mean they fail but as long as your basic business is sound, that will be ok.”

“My biggest challenge as a woman comes from my greatest source of strengthmy relationships. Balancing work and important family relationships challenges even the most organized person. Add to that the networking relationships that I build to grow and strengthen my business relationships, and time management continues to be an issue. As far as being a female professional, some people continue to be concerned about men seeking counseling from women and I simply have to educate our referral sources.”

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BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING

Made Easy A s a parent, you just want your kids to have the best outfits for the first day of school and beyond. After

all, every day is class picture day, right?

But sometimes, what you think looks good doesn’t jive with what your kids want, and that can lead to some pretty hair-raising mornings as you try to get your kids dressed and out the door on time.

So how do you meet in the middle with

your child, whether we’re talking about a five-year-old boy or a teenage daughter, as you’re finishing up back to school clothes shopping? Here are five tips and tricks.

Take your child shopping with you

Some parents say shopping alone means fewer distractions and getting more

accomplished in less time. But consider

making it a team thing when it comes to what your kid will be wearing at school.

Remember they’re the ones that have to

a great idea. Before school starts, and

after you’ve bought everything for the

upcoming year, separate everything into two sections: school clothes and play

clothes. Granted, there will likely be some crossover, but for the most part, your

child will learn the difference and choose the appropriate attire. This is also helpful considering some schools only allow

certain clothes (ex: no logo t-shirts and flip flops, etc.).

Keep receipts

What looked good under the bright

lights of the store doesn’t always translate to your home when your child is trying everything on for the first time. Take a

hard look at how your child looks in their new outfit and, above all, ask them how comfortable they are. If the clothes are

not right, it’s easier to take them back and choose something else.

wear the clothes, so take their comfort

Don’t get upset when plans change

mean you must only buy what they want,

Your child could love the clothes you’ve

clothes in their closet, then they are more

out themselves, only to flip a switch and

and style into consideration. That doesn’t

Sometimes, you just can’t win as a parent.

but if your kids are excited about the new

chosen, and even the ones they picked

apt to put them on in the morning.

hate everything 24 hours later. The last

Have your child pick out their clothes the night before

Choosing what they’ll be wearing the

thing you want to do in this situation

is get upset when plans change. Don’t

let your temper take over the situation.

night before takes all the guesswork out

Instead, show patience and empathy and

child the freedom and know-how to

defuse the situation a lot faster.

of the morning rush. Plus, it gives your

see where that takes you. Odds are, you’ll

make decisions on their own. Another key

What tips do you have for other parents

component to this strategy is shopping for pieces that mix and match. It makes things so much easier for everyone.

Organize their dresser drawers

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when it comes to back to school clothes shopping? Share them with us on our

Facebook page. We’d also love to see your first day of school pictures when the day finally arrives.

by Steve Gamel

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Bartonville

by Steve Gamel

F

or those Denton County residents who crave fresh produce and quality meats

but are looking for another option besides their local grocery store, look no further

than your neighborhood farmers’ market.

There are a variety of popular markets throughout the area, including Flower

Mound and Lewisville. One, in particular, the Bartonville Farmers’ Market, is open every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to sell-out at the Bartonville Town Center. This market, which has been going

strong for eight years with help from Doug’s Country

Market, offers locally-grown fruits and vegetables,

an unrivaled selection

of grass-fed meats, fresh

bread, honey, and more.

customers are repeat customers who

I got lazy and began eating things I should

The rest is by word of mouth; it’s our

back to raising my own stuff.”

have been with us for quite a long time. customers telling others about us.”

peak of freshness, so be sure to get there early and often.

“We try to bring some of the highest quality meats and produce you can

raising his own animals for consumption

foods. Their products are never irradiated,

deserves to be confident in how and

meats contain chemicals, preservatives,

in the local area can enjoy grass-fed beef,

reputation as the go-to source for fresh

under the belief system that everyone

or nitrogen flash frozen. None of their

where their food is grown. Now, anyone

hormones, fillers, inks, dyes,

or MSG. They even hand-

pick their produce options to ensure there are no

pesticides. There is also

a large selection of great jams, salsas, all-natural chicken, raised pork,

cinnamon rolls, granola,

trail mix, pickles, relishes, and much more.

As Doug says, they take

pride in every aspect of production

and packaging so you get the freshest,

healthiest protein money can buy. After all, better taste means better health.

find,” said Doug Swafford, owner of

“We used to raise our own meat in Ponder,

one there right now, and many of our

up,” Doug said. “But just like anybody else,

Doug’s Country Market. “We are the only

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Since 2011, Doug has been farming and

Doug’s Country Market has a long

Everything offered is at the peak of freshness, so be sure to get there early and often.

Everything offered is at the

not have and got sick. That’s when I went

and that’s how I ate when I was growing

farm-raised pork, free-range chicken, and fresh produce.

“You won’t find meat like ours at your grocery store,” Doug insists.

Doug has been serving tens of thousands of customers at three Farmers’ Markets in the area. There’s the Bartonville Farmers’

Market every Saturday and a separate one for Robson Ranch residents only every

Friday from 8-11 a.m. year-round. His third Farmers’ Market, which like Bartonville is open to the public, runs from March through December at the Red Barn Pavilion in Harvest.

For more information on the

Bartonville Town Center, call Bartonville Town Center property manager Nan Gamel at 940.241.3035 or Doug’s Country Market at 940.387.3323.

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

Prepping For

S

FALL

o far, August has been good to us. We’re enjoying these cooler temperatures, but don’t get caught

because I’m betting it will turn back into

our typical Texas summer heat wave soon!

Now that school has started, and the

vacationing is over, it's time to get out the “to-do list” and focus on prepping for fall.

It's a great time to get the ball rolling on

promised and not drag you through a long list of change orders and weeks of frustration!

As a contractor, it's our job to establish ourselves in the community, build a solid

way. The only way to make our community better is to SUPPORT THOSE WHO ARE GIVING BACK TO IT! In our area, there are a ton of talented people who have built great businesses on being creative, building relationships, and doing things the right way the first time.

3 things to remember when hiring a contractor

1. Ask to meet with the job foreman, can you take me to a project he is managing?

2. What is your payment schedule?

comfort moving forward with anything

3. Are you insured and registered here

we do. Make us work for it – look through the initial pricing and into the company

yourself by keeping an eye out for quality.

comparison to the finished product you're

are going to be able to deliver on what's

some jobs, and speak to your neighbors.

But as you do, remember to protect

behind it, go through the details in

Ensure the estimates you are entertaining

being promised, check references, look at

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in the community or gives back in some

reference list, and give you a level of

that outdoor space or landscaping project.

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Make sure your contractor has an anchor

in our city?

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ARGYLE

SETS NEW

RECORD With Lone Star Cup Victory

by Steve Gamel

(70) rounded out the Top 5.

Conroe The Woodlands won in 6A, followed by Prosper in Class 5A. Brock won in Class 3A and Mason was named the top school in Class 2A. Nazareth won in Class 1A. “There are many excellent schools out there, especially when you consider Liberty Hill, Abilene Wylie, and even Midlothian Heritage,” Hill said. “Those are well-rounded schools, so the competition is there. I’ve been the principal at other schools in the past, but there’s just a different feel here in Argyle. I’m proud of these kids.”

Argyle has won a Lone Star Cup in three different classifications dating back to 2006, including every year since 2009.

This year, Argyle was the only school in

A

t this point, maybe the University Interscholastic League should consider renaming its annual Lone

Star Cup award for Class 4A in honor of Argyle High School.

Hill added, “Our kids take a lot of pride

and a record-breaking seventh year in a row, Argyle was named the best high school in Texas in its classification when the UIL released its standings July 2. The

any of the state’s six classifications.

The UIL Lone Star Cup, which began

Winning schools in each classification

during the 1997-1998 school year, is

awarded annually to one high school

in each of the state’s

“This is a lot of people, coaches, and kids who pull this off year after year, and I couldn’t be more proud.

To win this, you have to be strong in everything.”

Eagles scored 119 points to run away with the win. Their nine total wins is second most all-time.

“It’s pretty mind-boggling, and it’s something we never want to take for granted,” Argyle principal James Hill said.

“This is a lot of people, coaches, and kids who pull this off year after year, and I couldn’t be more proud. To win this, you have to be strong in everything.”

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Denton County to finish in the Top 10 in

in that.”

For the ninth year overall,

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Heritage (72 points) and Fredericksburg

six classifications and is based on points accumulated from

victories throughout the

receive the Cup trophy and a $1,000 scholarship. Below are the final Top 10 Class 4A standings for the 2017-18 school year, as provided by the UIL. 1. ARGYLE – 119

year in athletics, fine

2. Abilene Wylie – 89

Argyle took home

3. Liberty Hill – 83

arts, and academics. state championships in academics, girls

basketball, and baseball while finishing

runner-up in marching band, volleyball, and boys golf.

The Eagles’ 119 points was the most points scored by any school in any

classification. The next closest was Conroe

4. Midlothian Heritage – 72 5. Fredericksburg – 70 6. Melissa – 69 7. Texarkana Pleasant Grove – 67 8. Kennedale – 66

The Woodlands in Class 6A with 117

9. Boerne – 61

Argyle in the 4A standings with 89 points,

10. Carthage, Dallas Carter,

points. Abilene Wylie finished behind

followed by Liberty Hill with 83. Midlothian

Salado – 56 (tie)

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