Argyle Living Magazine November 2018

NOVEMBER 16, 2018 - DECEMBER 14, 2018

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hen a patient desperately craves relief from the pain and embarrassment of varicose veins or any vein disease, they’ve never had to look any further than Dr. Robert Handley and his team at Flower Mound Vein Center. Now, Dr. Handley and his team are pleased to announce the opening of The Skin Fix Med Spa.

For nearly seven years, the practice has

“We treat a lot of women here for varicose

unsightly varicose veins with a variety of

additional need that could be filled,” Dr.

prided itself on treating symptomatic and

veins and uterine fibroids, so we saw an

minimally invasive outpatient procedures

Handley said of his female rejuvenation

minimal downtime. Simply put, they are

members Molly Harris and Alexandra

team will offer more than just great

technology that many people don’t offer.”

that leave little to no scarring and require

service, which is performed by team

the best at what they do, and now the

Giraldo. “This is a relatively new piece of

vein care.

There are plenty of medical reasons for

The clinic, located across from Texas

vaginal rejuvenation. Difficult pregnancies

Prairie Road, has added aesthetics to

along with damage caused by bowel

advanced solutions for everything from

genetics. Rejuvenation is also great for

Health Presbyterian Hospital on Long

and labor are often at the top of that list

its growing list of services. This includes

issues, pelvic cancers or surgeries, and

unwanted hair and skin discoloration

to skin laxity, wrinkles, and more. At the

top of that list is a state-of-the-art vaginal

Treatment plans are tailored to each patient and could involve anywhere from two to three sessions.

“This service is for anyone,” Molly Harris said. “This is an active community; most of the women here workout and are really active but may have stress and incontinence due to children and so forth.

You don’t have to be 50 years old and menopausal to receive benefits from this.

It’s for any age and need.”

women who suffer from chronic dryness

and sensitivity, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction.

rejuvenation procedure that’s safe, gentle,

While there are methods out there

felt and seen immediately.

tightening procedures or laser technology,

and provides lasting results that can be

Dr. Handley and his team use what they feel is a safer method with the Votiva with the FormaV handpiece. This technology relies on gentle and non-invasive thermal energy to remodel and tone the internal vaginal and external labial areas.

that use more invasive radio frequency

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Holiday Family

TRADITIONS: E veryone has their own holiday traditions. Maybe it’s going to church or caroling as a family on

Christmas Eve, wearing matching PJs on Christmas Day, or building a few gingerbread houses.

These and many others obviously differ

from family to family, but the point is, we all have them. And as we inch closer to

Thanksgiving, and eventually Christmas, I can’t help but have a few on the top of my mind.

it’s usually matching onesies – which,

ask me since Konnor is 20 and Zach is 15.

So I ask, what are your family holiday traditions?

imagine the looks I get from that tall drink

Have a Very MURRAY Thanksgiving and Christmas!!

For years and years I have always made sure to get our kids a new pair of PJs

to wear on Christmas Eve. For the boys, honestly, is pretty darn hilarious if you

Konnor is a little over 6-feet tall, so you can of water. But it’s worth it; I know they love their mama.

When they were younger, my way of

ensuring they went to bed early was to

tell them that when they are asleep, their sparkle dust covers the roof, and when the

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Oh, the memories I have of watching them wake up and be so excited to see magic sparkle dust! Oddly enough, I still do it occasionally. But now they just laugh at me.

Bottom line, it’s all in the name of our Murray Family traditions. They take part with smiles on their faces, and all of us never forget to leave out plenty of cookies and hot chocolate for Santa.

bodies produce magic sparkle dust. The

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roof is completely covered, that’s when Santa knows it’s OK to come down the chimney. To give the full effect, I would then get glitter from Hobby Lobby and sprinkle it on the kiddos and their pillows while they slept.

Sincerely, Kelly Murray

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

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

20

On the Cover is: The Christman Family

FEATURED:

Faithful To The Course

ASK THE EXPERTS

ARTICLES

08 Home Design with ML Group

10 Inside Community

14 Gardening with Complete Solutions

11 Inside Education

26 Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental

12 EDITORS PICK: No-Shave November

15 Danger: Reye Syndrome 16 Education Made Visual: Visualize Your Future

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

18 Holiday Worship Services

04 Flower Mound Vein Center: More Than Just Veins...

28 Foodie Friday with Jay Marks Real Estate

24 Jim Bridges State Farm: A Legacy of Family Success

30 Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

PHOTOS FROM ARGYLE

30 Pet Adoption of the Month

17 You Submit, We Print 29 You Submit, We Print

32 Girls Basketball: Argyle & Liberty Ready for New Season

38 “Red, White, Blue & The Badge”

34 Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

THIS MONTH: We’re focusing on style. Look for the icon to find out what’s hot this season in the fashion / makeup industry.

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Ask The Expert: Home Design

TEXAS THE LEADER

handcuff you and your budget.

The phrase “you get more house

for your money” couldn’t be more accurate in Texas.

•

A

s far back as I can recall, California Texas is spot-on when it comes to plan has been considered the mecca flow, function, room relationships, style, for cutting-edge residential options, et cetera. The list really does go architecture. After all, not only is it the on and on. perfect climate and location for many We meet with homeowners all the time people, but that’s where at the ML Group, whether style was born, right? they’re native to Texas If you had a property Not only is there variety, or not, and one thing anywhere on the west but Texas is spot-on we hear the most is coast, you were a when it comes to plan they really want trendsetter for the rest something different. flow, function, room of the country. relationships, style, Here are three reasons That may have been options, et cetera. why they will be the envy the case in the past, of the country: but I firmly believe true • The home values are better – architecture resides in Texas. And as more Texas and California are two of and more homeowners choose to relocate the largest states in the union, but here, they need to understand how much the cost of living on the west coast of an upgrade they are getting with their is exponentially higher. That can living space. Not only is there variety, but

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trying to be rude here, but it can get repetitive seeing stucco Spanish-

style roofs in every neighborhood. In

Texas, you aren’t locked into a specific

IN RESIDENTIAL

ARCHITECTURE

Creative options galore – I’m not

design or style, so if your neighbor

has a Texas Hill Country look and you

want Modern Farm House, then go for it. The plan layouts and styles native to this area give homeowners the

chance to find their style and own it.

•

Tradeoffs – Many parts of the country are known for having

basements. We obviously don’t have basements in Texas, but there are quality tradeoffs that add a level

of unrivaled architecture to your

property, including more outdoor living options, functional laundry/

mud rooms, and master bedrooms downstairs instead of upstairs.

At the ML Group, we get to know our

clients, we take the time to listen to their

dreams and ideas, and then we bring it to life with cutting-edge design that can’t be beaten.

by Mike Love ML Group, LLC. 972.355.8700 MLGroupTexas.com

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INSIDE COMMUNITY HIGHLAND VILLAGE CHRISTMAS AT THE RANCH On December 8th, join the town of Highland Village in kicking off their inaugural Christmas at the Ranch event! The Doubletree Ranch Park will be turned into a Christmas wonderland featuring lights, decorations, and carriage rides. There will also be Christmas carolers, a Santa’s workshop, special visits from Santa and his reindeer plus much more. The monthlong event will kickoff on Saturday, the 8th, from 10:00am-1:00pm and will continue throughout the remainder of the month on Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00pm-8:00pm.

ARGYLE AT JDRF ONE WALK Team Argyle was a success at the JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) One Walk with 11 families and almost 70 people attending the walk in support of a family member, loved one, or friend who is battling Type 1 Diabetes. Team Argyle raised over $11,ooo for JDRF, which is the leading global organization funding T1D as 80% of JDRF expenditures directly supports T1D research and research related education. Team Argyle would like to thank Argyle Orthodontics & Christmas Attorneys for sponsoring them!

NEW ARGYLE PD OFFICER Argyle Police Department welcomes Officer Daniel Roberts to the team this month! He was sworn in the first week of November and he is now in uniform patrolling the streets. Officer Roberts joins the department with 14+ years of experience and will make a great addition to the Argyle Police Department.

BARTONVILLE BUTCHER SHOP The old Bartonville Store, located on the corner of McMakin and Jeter Rd, will soon become a butcher shop and eatery with a full bar. The old store has long history of owners and even burnt down around 1944, but was rebuilt and remained open as the Bartonville Store until 2013. Now the store has been pur-

Give him a warm Argyle hello when you see him!

chased by a Double Oak resident and will be restored in hopes

photo courtesy of Argyle Police Department facebook

of it bringing life back to its little corner of Bartonville!

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INSIDE EDUCATION ARGYLE BAND MATTRESS SALE FUNDRAISER On Saturday, December 1st from 10:00am-5:00pm the Argyle

High School Eagle Band will be hosting their 3rd annual one-day

only mattress fundraiser. The high school will be transformed into a mattress showroom, with 30 Simmons Beautyrest mattresses on display for customers to try, as well as adjustable power

bases, pillows, bed frames, and mattress protectors. For more information call 972.358.0341.

ANONYMOUS ALERTS APP Have you downloaded the new Anonymous Alerts app on your

phone? With the app anyone is able to send in anonymous alerts to the district. Once you download and start the app, enter the

activation code: argyleisd. From your smartphone you can report bullying/cyberbullying, depression, drug or alcohol use, strange behavior, or threats against the school.

AIS PARK UPDATES

Thank you to our Watch DOGS and their

students for their help updating the Argyle

Intermediate School park. David Mitteis and

David Helker donated several playground balls as well as new soccer goals and basketball

SENATOR JANE NELSON

On October 17th, Texas State Senator Jane Nelson was the keynote speaker at Argyle

Middle School for their Focus On Education Day event. Senator Nelson toured classes, spent time with students and teachers, and

nets. Zachary Sams donated playground balls

spoke to attendees about leadership, college,

Steven Leuscher, Andrew Harbach and Ron Veit

AISD appreciates Senator Nelson’s dedication

and 12-15 gallons of paint. Paul Netzelman,

career readiness, and importance of education.

also donated playground balls and worked to

to improving education in the state of Texas.

page for photos.

Photos and information by Pamela Arrington ASD PR & Communication Director

update the park. Check out the AISD Facebook

ARGYLE ISD

EVENTS

Eagles Helping Eagles Thanksgiving Food Drive Nov. 17th 8am-5pm at high school cafeteria Student Council Blood Drive Dec. 3rd 8:30am-2:30pm at Auxiliary Gym AHS/AMS Winter/ Holiday Concert Dec. 4th 7pm-11:30pm at Auditorium

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN

EVENTS We Love Our Liberty Families Coffee & Donuts Nov. 28th at 8:30am All School Christmas Jubilee Dec. 5th at 9:45am 3rd & 4th Grade Christmas Programs Dec. 6th at 6:00pm

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Style Article

media, or show your transformation

weekly. In each post, let people know

No-Shave November:

WHAT IS IT,

this is for cancer awareness.

•

fantastic idea. If you’re not ready to

get hairy, or you can’t because your

A

of the year where it is socially acceptable for all men to leave their razor in the

medicine cabinet and skip shaving for an entire month.

The stories of what happens next run the gamut. Some guys will end up with the

awareness projects for these forms

else’s page.

•

money and put it toward cancer

think the late Burt Reynolds or a younger actor like Jake Gyllenhall – all in a matter

•

•

of 30 days, while others will either have

furry patches randomly spaced out across their face or nothing beyond cute peach

fuzz. While it’s fun to see guys take on the

challenge each year, the original answer is only part of the story.

But the whole point of this movement is

to raise awareness for men’s health. Just

like October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, November raises awareness for

men – specifically, testicular, prostate, and colon cancers.

who are willing not to shave their

legs for the month to help spread the word.

Once you’ve made some steady progress

control. It is perfectly acceptable to trim

Testicular cancer is the most

business professional – or make sure your

common cancer in young men More than three times as many men

•

Men are 24 percent less likely than

as women die by suicide in the U.S.

take care of it and don’t let it get out of

an existing beard – especially if you’re a new one isn’t growing too weird.

Some recommendations from mustache and beard professionals include: •

women to have visited a doctor within

County. Wax is great for helping you tame and style your facial hair.

valuable information, how can you make •

Trim your neck and cheek line to keep

•

Use a form of lube, moisturizer, or

Here are a few tips: Raise Awareness – Whether or not you knew the true purpose of No-Shave

American men behind lung cancer. Both

When people notice you are getting

What matters is spreading the word.

the No Shave November Foundation and

a bit shaggy, tell them why. In today’s modern world, you could even post before and after photos on social

be found at most convenience stores your hair cut locally here in Denton

So now that you’re armed with this sure this November is done right?

Use a good mustache wax, which can and even where you normally get

the past year.

is the second-leading cause of death in

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beard. But there are ladies out there

their lifetime.

diagnosed with prostate cancer in

November before now doesn’t matter.

millions of dollars to support research and

No, don’t expect your wife to grow a

on that new facial hair, make sure you

•

•

Get the women in your life involved –

1 in 8 men in the U.S. will be

It’s a big deal, guys. Prostate cancer alone

the Movember Foundation have raised

•

Men in the U.S. die an average of five

ages 15 – 34 years.

Yes, No-Shave November means you

don’t have to shave for an entire month.

research and awareness efforts.

According to the Movember Foundation: years earlier than women.

to good use – Because you’re not

razors, etc., the idea is to take that

has no idea.

•

Put the money that you’ve saved

spending money on shaving cream,

of cancers, yet the average guy likely

best beard or mustache known to man –

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job frowns on that, support someone

by Steve Gamel

sk the average guy on the street what No-Shave November is, and he’ll likely say it’s the one time out

social media – This is straight from

the no-shave.org website, and it’s a

AND ARE YOU

DOING IT RIGHT?

Set up your own fundraising page on

it work appropriate.

beard oil. It is November, after all, and the temperature outside will

get increasingly cold and dry. Again,

many of these products can be found at your local salon.

So what are you waiting for? Grow that beard – and do it for the right reasons.

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

autumn colors: orange, yellow, gold,

Fall in TEXAS

T

emperatures continue to drop, rain keeps falling, and days are getting shorter.

If you’re looking for some ideas going into this fall season, we’ve got a few.

Be sure to get outside and enjoy, fall in Texas is one of the best times of the year!

LIGHTING

With less hours of daylight this time of

year, lighting is a great option to extend your usage. Adding some string lights along a handrail to create a boarder,

putting some bulbs in a seasonal wreath for interest, or running some Edison

lights to light up the sky all will enhance your space. When it comes to safety

and showing off the dynamics of your

property, we suggest LED fixtures. These will help visitors navigate walkways &

patios while highlighting features at the same time.

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CLASSIC FALL COLOR • Chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemums are a common autumn flower in North Texas.

• Pansies. Pansies are hardy plants ideal for North Texas winters.

• Texas Aster. Fall aster blossoms

from September to November in

etc. The two most common groups of marigolds are the French marigolds (Tagetes patula) and the African (Tagetes erecta).

FIRE

Fire pits/troughs and fireplaces are

popular and have been for years. Fire

tables can also be a big hit! Their sleek design and easy usage make them a

great choice for larger groups, whereas

fireplaces are ideal for those looking for

a more intimate experience. You can’t go wrong Incorporating that fire element with-in your outdoor space. Whether

you’re outside enjoying the warmth or inside just looking out, functioning or purely aesthetic it’s a win-win.

North Texas.

• Snapdragons.

• Marigolds are one of the best picks, because they bloom in the classic

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DANGER: REYE SYNDROME With And After Flu And Other Viral Illnesses

F

lu season is once again upon us and I feel it is very important to remind parents about an uncommon but

very serious illness with a higher risk of occurrence this time of year.

Reye syndrome (often referred to as Reye’s syndrome) is a rare but very serious illness that usually occurs in children younger

than fifteen years of age. It can affect all

organs of the body, but most often injures the brain and the liver.

Reye syndrome is preceded by a viral

infection, most commonly chickenpox or influenza. Although no one knows

precisely what causes Reye syndrome, it

• Frequent vomiting • Tiredness or sleepiness • In babies, diarrhea and rapid breathing • Irritability or aggressive behavior Other symptoms include changes in

behave irrationally; be confused; or have severe muscle weakness, seizures, and loss of consciousness. There usually is no fever.

containing medications during the viral

this pattern. If your doctor is not available,

but are not limited to, aspirin and

Pepto-Bismol. Many over-the-counter

medications containing salicyclates so

suspect that your child’s illness is following take your child to the nearest emergency department. It is very important to diagnose this illness as early as possible.

please read ALL labels carefully.

Prevention:

Signs and Symptoms:

Since the medical community issued a

Whenever your child has a viral illness, be alert for the following pattern typical of

Reye syndrome: Your child may develop a viral infection, such as influenza, an upper

respiratory illness, or chickenpox, and then seem to be improving as most healthy children do. The concern is when your

child develops severe symptoms following recovery from the initial illness.

Reye syndrome can start from 1 day to

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public warning against the use of aspirin during viral illnesses, the number of cases of Reye syndrome has decreased greatly.

Many over-the-counter (OTC) medications contain salicylates, so be sure to read the labels and talk to your health care provider if you’re not sure whether a medication is safe for your child.

In general, aspirin (salicylates) should

2 weeks after a viral infection. The viral

not be used for kids or teenagers

the syndrome itself is not.

certain conditions.

illnesses that lead to it are contagious, but

SE IS H ASON Plea E se s RE. c you r flu hedul sho e ts.

speech. In the later stages, a child may

Call your pediatrician as soon as you

infection. These medications included,

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vision, difficulty hearing, and abnormal

affects only a small number of children,

and is strongly associated with salicylate-

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VISUALIZE

E

Your Future

by Steve Gamel

very year, more and more families are hiring private tutors for their children, and even older students

are recognizing on their own that they need a little extra help to pass that math test or excel on the upcoming SAT or ACT. But before you begin searching randomly for a private tutoring program that is probably incredibly overpriced or not local, ask around to see who your friends,

Education Made Visual provides in-person math, science, and test preparation

tutoring and visual educational resources for students in middle school all the way through college age. They meet conveniently at Kimzey’s Coffee Shop and can tackle any complicated subject, including algebra, geometry, chemistry, physics, statistics, biology, and more.

Need individualized instruction from

family, and even classmates trust the most

someone who cares? That’s not a problem.

with their educational success. Odds

Are you interested in doing a small

are, they are going to tell you to give Education Made Visual in Argyle a call.

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group tutoring session? You’ve come to the right place.

How about a quick 30-minute refresher to get you thinking clearly? Education Made Visual does that, too.

Everything at Education Made Visual is based on using engaging visual tools and teaching methods to support critical thinking and effective learning in every subject – thus promoting a more confident and well-rounded student.

“People, in general, learn more visually,” said Ian Mackinnon, founder and personal trainer at EMV. There are all types of teaching methods that people use, and that’s great. But my message has worked for several hundred students, so something is working. When you have so many options for tutoring, the biggest selling point is when someone you trust is telling you that you should try us. We love the relationship we have with students and their parents.”

For more information on pricing, tutoring times, etc., please visit www.educationmadevisual.com.

Photos were submitted by area residents. If you’d like to submit your photos for publication or if you have any questions please email us at artwork@ murray-media.com.

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Holiday WORSHIP SERVICES

ARGYLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Christmas Eve Modern Family Worship Service December 24th: 3:00PM Christmas Eve Traditional With Choir Worship Service December 24th: 5:00PM

CROSS TIMBERS CHURCH AT THE ARGYLE CAMPUS Christmas Eve Worship Service December 24th: 12PM, 2PM, 4PM, & 6PM www.crosstimberschurch.org 1119 S. US 377 • Argyle, TX 76226

Christmas Eve Traditional Worship Service December 24th: 11:00PM

TRIETSCH MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Christmas Eve Children & Family Service December 24th: 11AM Christmas Eve Contemporary Candlelight Service December 24th: 3PM, 5PM Christmas Eve Traditional Candlelight Service December 24th: 7PM, 9PM

www.argyleumc.org 9033 Ft Worth Dr. • Argyle, TX 76226

www.tmumc.org 6101 Morriss Rd. • Flower Mound, TX 75028 COMPASS CHRISTIAN CHURCH Christmas Worship Service December 20th: 6:30PM

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ARGYLE Christmas At Argyle Service December 23rd: 9AM & 10:45AM www.fbcargyle.org 414 Highway 377 N • Argyle, TX 76226

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Christmas Worship Service December 23rd: 11AM & 5PM Christmas Eve Worship Service December 24th: 3:30PM & 5PM

CROSSROADS BIBLE CHURCH Christmas Eve Worship Service December 24th: 3PM, 5PM, & 11PM

www.mycompasschurch.com 1101 TX 114 West • Roanoke, TX 76262

www.crossroadsbible.org 8101 Justin Rd. • Double Oak, TX 75077

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FAITHFUL TO THE

Course

by Steve Gamel

CHRISTMAN ATTORNEYS IS A BOUTIQUE, FAITH-BASED FIRM LOCATED IN HIGHLAND VILLAGE. IT IS KNOWN FOR TACKLING BUSINESS ISSUES

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eave it to a lawyer to still have the physical evidence that proves exactly when he knew what he wanted to do for a living.

photography by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com)

Drew Christman was just a secondgrader when, along with the rest of his classmates, he was asked to make an aspirational book out of a stack of construction paper. The book was only a few pages thick, and each child used scissors to cut theirs into the shape of themselves. On one of his pages, young Drew wrote that he wanted to be a lawyer – and eventually the President of the United States.

“I knew all Presidents were lawyers at one time in their careers,” said Drew, now the Managing Partner of Christman Attorneys, PLLC. “If I wanted to make a difference, I figured that’s where I should start.”

His desire to be the President has mellowed over time – Drew joked he wouldn’t even want to be mayor. But he’s been faithful to the course with his dream of being an attorney. Each step was purposeful, and his resolve never wavered even as the road to success turned out to be more challenging than the one he built up in his ambitious second-grade mind.

“Law school was hard work, but this is what I’ve always enjoyed doing,” Drew said.

employee relationships and disputes,

attorney who currently serves as special

compete and confidentiality suits, and

Chief Counsel at the American Center

to fraud, commercial real estate, non-

more. The firm was voted Best Business Law Firm by Best of Denton County

voters and is equally skilled at cases

involving family law, entertainment law, and lawsuit mediation.

We could say more about the firm, but

there’s something to be said for learning

about the family behind its success. After all, people do business with people, and there’s certainly a lot to like about Drew

and his loving wife of 22 years, Clarissa.

As one of their many stories go, Drew,

a native of Sherman, and Clarissa,

who grew up in Grand Prairie, met when they were

undergrads at Texas A&M. But because

Drew was a freshman at the time (Clarissa was a junior), she

wanted nothing to

do with him.

“I shunned him,” Clarissa

said. “It was an immature way

to handle it, but that’s what I did.”

“It must have been that freshman stink on

me,” Drew said with a laugh. “She wouldn’t return my calls … nothing.”

counsel to President Trump and as the

for Law and Justice, had an office on the

fourth floor of the university. Drew wanted to work for him and immediately offered

to be a volunteer on the first day of school.

That proactive mindset quickly opened a lot of doors for Drew, who spent a great

deal of time studying into the wee hours

of the night, going to school by day, and volunteering his time as a law clerk. He

got his big break as an Assistant Attorney

General of Alabama under the honorable William Pryor and spent the next 10 years in Alabama.

“I had never been to Alabama before, let alone live there,” Drew joked. “But there we were.”

He made the most of that time, gaining extensive experience in constitutional litigation, administrative prosecution,

and general civil litigation. After 10 years, which included transitioning into running his own practice handling business

litigation, the Christmans moved back to Texas and settled down with a new practice in Denton County.

“You never know what that course is going to look like until you get into it,” Clarissa

A year later, the two crossed paths at

said. “There were a lot of sacrifices for

change of heart. They were officially an

appreciated about Drew is his strong

1996, they were married by that July. A

he’s steady or not. He’s very purposeful

a Bible study lunch and Clarissa had a

the both of us, but one thing I’ve always

item, and following Drew’s graduation in

convictions. I’ve never had to wonder if

month after that, they moved to Virginia

and faithful to the course.”

That conviction and entrepreneurial spirit is a big reason why he’s quickly become the go-to counsel for small-business owners and corporations all over Denton County and beyond – all of whom have big dreams of their own.

so Drew could attend Regent University

Christman Attorneys is a boutique, faithbased firm located in Highland Village.

It is known for tackling business issues, such as simple business formation and

that Drew was dead-set on becoming an

School of Law. Together, they have two boys, Justus and Austin, and are both

actively involved in The Village Church and the local community.

Clarissa could see from the beginning

Today, Drew and Clarissa have built a

solid team with a reputation for predicting potential problems in a company’s path and offering sound solutions that work.

It’s par for the course for Drew, who always knows which direction he is headed.

attorney, and he didn’t rest on his laurels

“I wouldn’t change anything,” Drew said.

Regent because he knew Jay Sekulow, an

has been the biggest reward.”

once he got to law school. He chose

“And being on this journey with Clarissa

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Business Spotlight

LEGACY

A of Family Success

by Steve Gamel

N

eatly displayed on a bookshelf in Jim Bridges’ office are two hats. The first appears to be barely worn and has Jim Bridges State Farm stitched on the front. The other, much older in comparison, is a Jim Bridges Sporting Goods hat.

For those who are longtime clients and

his office. Between them

in Bartonville, don’t worry – he’s not

grandfather.

friends of Jim’s popular insurance office moonlighting in his spare time. But there

is a story between the two hats, which go a long way in proving this is a man who cares more about family and having a

positive impact on his community than

is a framed photo of his “He’s why I do what I

do,” Jim said. He and wife, Morgan, have three children in

Katelyn, 11, Jake, 8,

As the story goes, the two hats are Jim’s

has been the behind-the-

way of honoring his grandfather, who went by the same name and owned

several sporting goods stores in Fort

Worth. The elder Jim and wife, Helen,

were the true representation of what it means to be a family-owned business.

and Cary Grace, 4. Morgan scenes backbone of his

agency since Jim first started

following in his grandfather’s footsteps

in 2011. “I’ve branded myself to be more

than just an insurance guy. This is a family business, and I want to be

They worked together for 50 years, and

many family members,

including their children and spouses, all had a role in the company.

That included young Jim, who went by

“Jimmy” at the time.

While he never got

“I’ve branded myself to be more than just an insurance guy. This is a family business, and I want to be known as the type of guy who looks out for his community.”

into the sporting

known as the type of guy who looks out for his community.”

The community continues to

flock to Jim’s agency, as he was named Best Auto Insurance

Agent and Agency in this year’s Best of Denton County awards.

State Farm has a myriad of

products to meet any coverage need and targets clients who

goods business, Jimmy honored his

crave a relationship-based way of doing

Jim and proudly displays the two hats in

advisor at their fingertips.

grandfather by shortening his name to

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JIM BRIDGES

business and want their own insurance

“We want to be the person who explains

the coverages to you, helps you build the right policies, and protects all the things that are important to you,” Jim said. “I

want to have those relationships. That’s how we are built.”

And that’s a selfless business mindset any grandfather can be proud of.

Jim Bridges State Farm 940.241.2060

www.JimBridgesInsurance.com

2648 FM 407 | Bartonville, TX 76226

photo by Guy T Photography

being just another insurance salesman.

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Ask The Expert: Dentistry

IMPROVING YOUR STYLE

WITH A SMILE

Y

ou have to appreciate modern day style. I can’t think of a time when such a multiplicity of trends and

diversity of fashion have

been more accepted – all of which makes my life a little easier when I’m left

to the task of dressing my kids with whatever mixed

array of outfits I can throw

together. However, despite my attempt at my kid’s

uncoordinated ensembles,

I’m constantly looking at people’s teeth,

and the answer is, “Yes!” But so do many others. A recent study by

A recent study by Kelton Global suggests that 48 percent of adults find a person’s smile to be the most memorable feature when meeting someone for the first time.

there are certain fashions that never go out of style – like a healthy smile.

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As a dentist, I get asked all the time if

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Kelton Global suggests that 48 percent of adults find

a person’s smile to be the most memorable feature when meeting someone

stresses the importance of caring for your oral health.

Healthy is attractive, so starting with keeping your teeth and gums healthy with good oral hygiene and regular dental visits is the obvious first approach. The easiest way to ensure an esthetic smile is to start with the basics, good brushing, flossing, and healthy food choices.

Also, an orthodontic approach to straightening your teeth not only adds esthetic value, but can improve cleansibility and prevent uneven wearing of teeth.

When it comes to staying in fashion, remember that a healthy smile is always in style. Happy smiling!

for the first time. This is

compared to 25 percent of what the person says and

nine percent of what they

are wearing. This means your smile may

be your most fashionable feature, which

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Foodie Friday DFW: Prohibition Chicken

PROHIBITION

CHICKEN

I

love a restaurant that provides a full, fun, unique dining experience in addition to fantastic food. If you haven’t

experienced Prohibition Chicken in Old

Town Lewisville yet, you’ll be finding a way to get there as soon as possible by the Prohibition Chicken was created by

four local guys (Chef Roger Kaplan, Ken

Johnsen, Josh Babb, and Sean Clavir) who

have a passion for two things: chicken and

whiskey. And Prohibition Chicken perfectly marries those two passions together.

Customers can enjoy traditional dining

and drinks in the main dining area. Or if

you really want to enjoy the full prohibition experience, head on back to their

speakeasy, the Volstead Room, through the telephone booth where you can

enjoy their full menu as well as some truly unique cocktails created by their Cocktail Enthusiast, Ryan.

When we first visited Prohibition

Chicken more than a year ago, their

menu was solely family-style. They’ve

since updated their menu so in addition to their “Sunday Picnic” offering of fried

go wrong no matter your choice. With

their double-crusted recipe, each piece of chicken is tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Exactly as fried chicken should be.

And while Prohibition Chicken may be

photos courtesy of Jay Marks Real Estate

time you’re finished reading this article.

Well, really... let’s be honest. You can’t

(obviously) most well-known for their fried chicken, you can’t leave without trying some of their Kobe-style Tri-Tip from

Beeman Ranch! It is melt-in-your-mouth delicious goodness.

But, of course, the full experience

comes when you enter the Volstead

Room through the phone booth where you can enjoy craft cocktails like their popular “I Do What I Want,” which is

Prohibition Chicken’s unique take on an Old Fashioned.

We love that this fun, unique take on fried chicken is right here in our backyard of

Lewisville. Soak in the charm of Old Town Lewisville and then head into Prohibition Chicken for a scrumptious meal and

fabulous drinks. You know what they say,

“Come for the poultry, stay for the party.”

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chicken and a side, they also now serve sandwiches like their Nashville Hot

Chicken Sandwich and entree salads like their Smoked Tri Tip Salad.

They have four chicken options you can

choose from. Our personal favorite is the

Pecan Smoked, but if you’re a fan of a little

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version of Nashville Hot Chicken.

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heat on your fried chicken, you’ll love their

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Photos were submitted by area residents. If you’d like to submit your photos for publication or if you have any questions please email us at artwork@ murray-media.com.

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SHERIFF ’S

CORNER with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

C

aptain Edward Barrett is responsible for the management of the Criminal Investigations Division. The Denton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division (CID) is primarily responsible for criminal investigations for crimes occurring in the unincorporated areas of Denton County, which has a population of over 100,000 persons and growing.

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There are primarily two units within CID, Investigations and Crime Scene/ Forensics. The Criminal Investigation

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appropriate. The Denton County Crime

Scene/Forensics Unit collects all different

types of evidence including photographic, video, tool marks, DNA, and fingerprint

evidence. The Forensics unit also has the capability to develop latent fingerprint

and palm prints and to make comparisons on the prints for identifications.

The Denton County Sheriff’s Office CID

works in close cooperation with smaller

unit is composed of one Captain, one Lieutenant, two Sergeants, seven Criminal Investigators, two Forensic Technician II, one Forensic Technician I, one Property/Evidence investigator, one Sex Offender Compliance Deputy and one Administrative Assistant.

law enforcement agencies located in

The Criminal Investigation Division daily task is composed of the follow-up investigation of crimes by interviewing witnesses, interrogation of suspects, criminal forensics, execution of search warrants, and making arrests when

If you have any questions regarding the

Denton County that do not have a unit able to process crime scenes. Denton County Sheriff’s Office also assists the smaller agencies with investigations that require a large amount of time and personnel.

Denton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division please contact Captain Barrett by E-mail:

Eddie.Barrett@dentoncounty.com or phone 940.349.1673.

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&

GIRLS BASKETBALL:

ARGYLE

LIBERTY READY FOR NEW SEASON

by Steve Gamel

W

hen Argyle girls basketball coach Chance Westmoreland found out one of his star

players, Sydney Standifer, would miss

this season with a knee injury, he didn’t once consider throwing in the towel.

BELOW IS A QUICK BREAKDOWN OF BOTH TEAMS FOR THE 2018-19 SEASON:

ARGYLE Mascot: Eagles Record last year: 34-7 Key players: Rhyle McKinney Brooklyn Carl Kennedy Reaves Grace Freeman Maggie Adams Note: Argyle wasn’t expected to make it to the state tournament given how hard it was hit by graduation, but Standifer and company engineered an impressive playoff run before knocking off San Antonio Veterans Memorial in last year’s final. McKinney and Carl are the team’s lone returning starters. This will be Westmoreland’s second season as the program’s head coach.

fourth straight state championship.

That has the town of Argyle bursting

at the seams given that, just down the road, Liberty Christian’s girls team has the same history of winning gold.

tradition. One town.

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN Mascot: Warriors Record last year: 28-12 Key players: Bailey Lewis Gabby McBride Bella Hughes Payton Oltrogge Aimee Alverson

and had lost a lot of key players to

“We have a lot of girls who logged a lot

Note: Liberty was hit hard by graduation

hard, and we did well,” Westmoreland

Burroughs said. “On paper, we should be

Sure, losing a player like that – especially one that was the MVP of last year’s state title game – is a massive loss and would cripple most programs.

But Argyle isn’t like “most programs,” and Westmoreland believes in the players he has.

“If you look at last year, we were young graduation. But the girls we had fought said. “We’ve still got a good nucleus.”

So Sydney Standifer or no Sydney

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Though Liberty didn’t win it all last year, the Lady Warriors have been to the state tournament eight times over the previous 11 seasons, winning it all in 2007, 2008, 2011, 2015, and 2016.

Two great teams. A championship

of minutes last year,” Liberty coach Ken a lot better and stronger than we were a year ago. But that doesn’t mean anything.

You still have to go play.”

following the 2016 season but put together a decent run last year before losing to San Antonio Incarnate Word in the region final.

Lewis is a big presence down low, and Burroughs is known for always have strong shooters around the perimeter.

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Christmas Tree

LIGHTING FESTIVAL

by Kathy Salisbury

I

“

t’s the most wonderful time of the year” and the volunteers with Keep Argyle Beautiful along with the Argyle Fire

Department are pleased to announce the

award winning singers, songwriters and performers will surely touch all

generations of attendees and the carols

sung around our tree by candlelight will

annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

be something you will not want to miss.

4-8pm at the firehouse on 407/Gibbons.

and drinks will be sold, along with items

The community celebration will not only

galore will keep little ones busy. Come

will be on Saturday, December 1st from

be for children who will see Santa arrive

in a special way and receive a free photo, the adults will be entertained in a whole new way this year! The Poor Kings will

be performing throughout the festival,

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A variety of dinner items, snacks, sweets from vendor booths. Childrens activities rain or shine or even chilly weather, the

firehouse has opened their doors! Bring a

toy/canned food as you come to celebrate the holiday season with us. Follow Keep Argyle Beautiful on social media.

photos courtesy of Kathy Salisbury

DECEMBER 1ST 2018

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE

ARGYLE HIGH SCHOOL

BAND Silver Medalists at the 2018 UIL State Marching Band Contest

pictured above from Left to RightDr. Telena Wright, AISD Superintendent, Drum Major - Walker Santone, Color Guard Captain - Lois Robertson, Drum Major Jacy Haynes, Mr. John King, AHS Principal.

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Style Article

FALL FASHION with

The Palm Tree Boutique

by Rebecca Grunewald

W

hatever festivity comes your way, from cocktail parties to school parties and, of course, family dinners, The Palm Tree Boutique, which has locations on the Denton Square and in Grapevine, is sharing the latest trends to spice up your winter wardrobe for the holiday season. photography by Amber Nasser | model: Chelsea Wood

Family Dinner: Keep your look simple and sweet with a fitted turtleneck, plaid skirt, tights and boots. Plaid is having a major moment again this year and we just love the festive color combo on this tie waist skirt.

Accessorize your look with a pair of ruby red, faceted drop earrings which add just the right amount of sparkle.

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Gift Exchange with Friends: Stay comfy and cozy for a night in with friends by pairing a chunky knit cardigan and bamboo Piko top with your favorite pair of distressed denim.

The pom-pom details (those are hearts!) make this sweater anything but ordinary and we love the double dose of fringe on this pair of jeans.

Holiday Cocktail Party: This emerald green stunner hits two of the season’s biggest trends -- velvet and jewel tones -- without sacrificing comfort for style. This easy to wear dress pairs perfectly with over the knee boots or a simple heel. Add a pair of colorful studs from Kendra Scott’s Winter Collection and you will have everyone green with envy.

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“RED, WHITE, BLUE,

& THE BADGE�

O

by Isabella Van Trease

n Oct. 26, students and families gathered for a greatly anticipated Liberty Christian tradition, the 15th Annual Chili Cook-off. This year honored and raised tuition assistance for military and first responder families.

Overall, the Annual Chili Cook-off was a booming success. With a record number of booths and a central patriotic message, joy was evident throughout the event.

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photography by Gary Daniels

Chili Cook-off Brings Community Together for a Great Cause

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