Argyle Living Magazine February 2019

FEBRUARY 15, 2019 - MARCH 15, 2019

CONTINUING A TRADITION

Of Industry Excellence

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10 YEARS AND THRIVING FOR RANCH HAND

RESCUE

SICK OF BEING

SICK?

WHEN IT’S

TIME TO LAWYER-UP?

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Annual Gala

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arch 22nd the Annual Love Life Gala hosted by Pregnancy Help 4 U will be held at the Texas Motor Speedway.

Guest speaker, Shaunti Feldhahn who is a renowned author will be speaking about helping couples thrive in life and their relationships.

For tickets and more info go to www.ph4u.org/lovelife or call Meredith at 817.753.6222

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pictured to the left is Maximillian Rey Mirelez from Eagle Scout Troop 192

Eagle

SCOUT

PROJECT Troop 192: Maximillian Mirelez

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agle Scout Maximillian Rey Mirelez from Troop 192 from Argyle High School chose to work with BillionGraves. com to beautify Cooper Creek Cemetery.

In addition to this project, he took photos of over 600 headstones and uploaded the images and data. This enables anyone in the world to look for lost ones or relatives via the database and potentially find the person’s last resting place.

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Administration Managing Editor Jana Melton Sub-Editors Bobbi Byrne Emily Mitchell

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Having A Legal Partner

YOU CAN TRUST

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ne of the things I have always loved about our magazines here at Murray Media Group is how

quickly so many local business owners come together and get to know one

another. In this day and age, having those relationships is a valuable thing.

Think about it: who looks in a phone book anymore to find a new plumber, lawn care specialist, financial services rep, or even a babysitter? I can tell you the answer.

It’s no one. We all rely on a combination of word of mouth, referrals, in-person

networking, and social media to build

relationships with people we know, like, and trust to take care of us – no matter what that product or service may be.

This month is our legal issue, and the topic of this blog post is perfect for our lawyer friends out there. It is so

refreshing to know that no matter what

need we have in the legal world – divorce,

adoption, business legal concerns, etc. – that there is someone close by who can

handle those concerns for us in a caring, trusting, and compassionate way.

I am sure I will leave someone out,

so please forgive me in advance, but

some of the lawyers and attorneys who immediately spring to mind are firms

such as KoonsFuller, Christman Attorneys, Hayes, Berry, White & Van Zandt, Nelson Law Group, and The Wright Firm.

Just these five firms alone cover the

entire Denton County area, and there are plenty more where that came from.

We hope you learn something from this month’s legal issue, and if you have a

legal concern, please don’t hesitate to

reach out to us. We’d be happy to refer

any of our friends to these great law firms.

Thanks for reading!

Sincerely, Kelly Murray

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

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS

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On the Cover is: The Southern Comfort Mechanical Team

FEATURED:

Continuing a Tradition of Industry Excellence

ASK THE EXPERTS

05 Eagle Scout Project

10 Dentistry with Country

08 When It’s Time to Lawyer-Up?

Lakes Family Dental

14 Counseling with Hopemead

Counseling & Trauma Center

16 School Days with Valorie McGilvra 30 Gardening with Complete Solutions 34 Home Design with ML Group

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 32 What’s That Guy’s Name?

Guy T Photography: Award-winning Photographer Captures Craftsman Degree

ARTICLES 04 Love Life Annual Gala www.ArgyleLivingMagazine.com

24 EDITORS PICK: 10 Years and

Thriving for Ranch Hand Recue

12 Inside Community 13 Inside Education 18 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks Real Estate

22 Argyle’s Standifer Commits to Clemson

28 Argyle Eagles & Liberty Christian Defend Their State Title

31 AFM: The Polio-Like Mystery Illness 36 Sick of Being Sick?

The Legal

ISSUE Look for the icon above and get to know your local legal experts.

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Legal Article

When

IT’S TIME TO LAWYER-UP? Eight Common Sense Do’s and Don’ts

by Steve Gamel

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here may come a day when you or a family member are faced with having to go to court. And regardless of whether you are the victim and simply there to collect damages, or you’ve been summoned because of a dispute or something you allegedly did wrong, it’s guaranteed to be a stressful situation as you wait to see how the legal process plays out.

None of us are expected to be masters of the courtroom. After all, that’s what lawyers are for. But there are a few common sense do’s and don’ts to consider when it’s time to lawyer up and protect our best interests.

The Do’s

DO WHAT YOUR LAWYER ASKS OF YOU Last but not least, trust that your lawyer knows what is best for you. Now is not the time to let egos get in the way by challenging their decisions.

HIRE AN ATTORNEY

KEEP GREAT RECORDS

ASK ABOUT LEGAL FEES UP FRONT

The option is there to represent yourself in court, but there’s a reason why attorneys went to school for all those years to learn about everything from family law to personal injury law, criminal law, etc. So hire one. Lawyers are highly trained to understand all the nuances of a court case and can help negotiate fair settlements, challenge evidence, keep costs low, and be a trusted advisor every step of the way.

As yourself what’s at stake and bring in a lawyer who is an expert in the area you need help with.

Talk about an easy way to save money throughout the legal process. By maintaining great records, and being willing to seek out some of the information gathering stuff for your lawyer, you will cut down on how much time your lawyer is spending on the case. This can include everything from bank account information to bankruptcy paperwork, and even pictures or other evidence that might be pertinent to your case.

Many people do not realize how quickly attorney fees, court costs, and other miscellaneous expenses can add up in a court case. Therefore, it’s common sense to know what to expect before you get into a legal battle. What are court costs and what do they include? Does your attorney bill by the hour or as a flat fee? When is payment expected?

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The Don’ts DON’T LIE TO YOUR LAWYER

This is the most common sense tip of them all. Always tell your lawyer the truth, as it arms them with all the necessary information to construct a solid case on your behalf. The consequences of lying can include something as simple as losing your case to jail time, penalties and fines, or having to spend more money finding a new lawyer because the old one won’t work with you anymore.

DON’T BE LATE TO COURT You will not put yourself in a positive light if you are late to your court case or any pretrial hearings. This is a no-brainer, so be mindful of its importance and put your best foot forward.

DON’T TALK ABOUT YOUR CASE WITH ANYONE Except your lawyer, of course. There is a myriad of people that could reach out to you during a court case, from insurance adjusters to defense lawyers, and family and friends. Believe it or not, talking too freely with loved ones in person and even on social media can come back to bite you in the rear. Any lawyer will tell you it’s better to keep your mouth shut and let them do the talking for you.

DON’T LET YOUR EMOTIONS GET THE BEST OF YOU It is very important that you remain calm before, during, and after court. Divorce cases and custody battles are perfect examples of cases where emotions run high, and parties in a case begin making rash decisions. Stick with the facts of your case.

*The content of this article is for informational purposes only and is in no way intended to be considered legal advice or take the place of what would otherwise be advised by an experienced lawyer. Always consult with an attorney before moving forward in any legal situation.

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Ask The Expert: Dentistry

PRIMARY TEETH AND WHY TO TAKE CARE OF THEM?

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t’s February, and we all know what that means? That’s right! It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month. Of

course, as dentists, we don’t really expect everyone to be on the edge of their seat

in anticipation of this national recognition.

In fact, it reminds me of an online list I

once read about certain topics people

pretend to understand but actually don’t, like roundabouts, grammar, or the actual meaning of the word “ironic.” Based on

my personal experiences, I was surprised to not find on the list “kids” or “dentistry,” as the entirety of either of those topics

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can be difficult to grasp. So, I’m taking advantage of the opportunity this month to try to shed a little light on both.

Of all the points to convey, I would like to stress the importance of maintaining primary or “baby” teeth. Many parents feel that baby teeth are expendable, however their primary function is to maintain space for their permanent counterparts to prevent future complications during their eruption.

Therefore, keeping primary teeth free of decay and wear is important for the longevity of both sets of teeth.

Another key in treating primary teeth is to understand that many dental restorations placed on primary teeth are not always predictable or meant to last long term and may require revisiting. Even the best restorative work on children can face future decay or infection because of varying factors including the child’s diet, oral hygiene habits and more.

Finally, it is always important to create for your child a dental home where they feel safe and comfortable. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentists recommends your first child’s visit is at the eruption of the first tooth or at one year of age to help create a comfortable routine for the child and to educate the parent in preventative dental care.

Happy Smiling!

by Dr. Matt owner of Country Lakes Family Dental CountryLakesDental.com

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INSIDE COMMUNITY 2ND ANNUAL MUSACCHIO

MUD MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE Sat., Mar 2nd | 7am - 1pm | Cinnamon Creek Ranch 13794 Old Denton Road • Roanoke, TX 76262 Want to challenge yourself while supporting a great cause?

Well be sure to mark your calendars for the Mud Mountain

Challenge at Cinnamon Creek Archery. They’ll have a 1-mile,

2-mile or 4-mile mud run with natural terrain obstacles. Along with kid activities, there’ll be food, beer garden, music and archery fun for everyone. Register at www.active.com and search for Musacchio Mud Mountain Challenge.

NORTH TEXAS

IRISH FESTIVAL

Fri - Sun, March 8th - 10th | Located at Fair Park Dallas, TX

Fri. 6pm - 11pm | Sat. 10:30am - 11:30pm | Sun. 11:30am - 7:30pm

Friday Pricing: 6pm to 7pm - Free. Anyone in line at any gate on or before 7pm is allowed in free. Saturday the tickets will cost $20 and Sunday they will be $14, or get discounted tickets for $14 at Tom Thumb and Albertsons stores. For more information on discounts and packaged deals visit www.ntif.org/tickets/prices.html 12 | ARGYLE LIVING

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LIVE MUSIC WITH

PAT WATERS

Sat., Feb 23rd | 7 - 10pm | Located at Marty B’s 2664 FM 407 East • Bartonville, TX 76226 Join country singer Pat Waters at Marty B’s restaurant for a night of music and fun. He has made Texas Music Charts’ Top 20

multiple times and even scored a #1 hit in the European market that earned him the Terry Award’s Male Vocalist of the Year

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INSIDE EDUCATION ARGYLE ISD STUDENTS

OF THE MONTH

For the month of January Argyle’s Students

of the Month’s character trait was Diligence.

Argyle Independent School District winners for

January are Corbin Fanning (Freshman), Sydney

Standifer (Sophomore), Gracie Williams (Junior), and Faith Stapleton (Senior). Congratulations photo courtesy of Argyle ISD

students and keep up the good work!

JANUARY SCHOOL BOARD

RECOGNITION MONTH

January was School Board Recognition Month, and Argyle ISD joined the Texas Association of School Boards and other districts across Texas to honor the countless contributions

of these locally elected advocates for Texas

ARGYLE ISD

EVENTS Band Ensemble Contest Feb 21st 4 - 9pm at the High School AHS Eagles Wrestling State Championships Feb 22nd 9am - 3:30pm at Richard E Berry Educational Support Center Theater Family Dinner Feb 28th from 7 - 9pm at Auditorium Foyer

schoolchildren and public schools. Throughout the month, Argyle ISD shared videos and photos highlighting each School Board

member. Each member was also honored at the January School Board Meeting.

CONGRATULATIONS AHS

WRESTLING TEAM

Congratulations AHS Wrestling team at Bowie Invitational. The Varsity Placed 5th out of 30 teams. Marshall Thrash placed 4th at 138,

Jake Ramsey Placed 3rd at 160, Cullen Davee

placed 1st at 170 and CJ Massey Placed 4th at Heavyweight. In the JV division Reece Pipkin place 4th, Caden Morse Placed 1st, Cannon Patterson Placed 2nd, Jax Ernest Placed 1st,

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EVENTS Mini College Fair Feb 20th at 11pm in the Commons Hall Theatre - Beauty and the Beast Production Feb 22nd and 23rd at 7pm, and also on Feb 24th at 2pm at Misty Baptiste FEBRUARY 2019 | ARGYLE LIVING | 13

Ask The Expert: Counseling

MANAGING STRESS WHEN DEALING WITH THE LAW

It’s your worst nightmare coming true. YOU ARE STRESSED.

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aintaining a low-stress family life is not an easy task since it is a different level of stress to deal

exercise as much as possible. Focus on getting at least seven hours of sleep.

with. Life can be incredibly stressful when

TASK BASED SUPPORT

happen, and when you find yourself

challenge. There are blogs and writeups

police, lawyers, and other officials, the

your learning.

things you may have never anticipated

Research the legal elements around your

needing to involve authority such as

about topics in your area that may benefit

distress is considerably higher.

Here are some recommendations to

consider when you are in these situations: INDIVIDUAL SELF-CARE

Eat healthy, well-balanced meals and

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Interview at least three legal experts.

This gives you a good understanding of what each expert is saying while you are simultaneously learning about

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT Talk to others. Share your problems and how you are feeling and coping with a parent, friend, counselor, doctor, or pastor.

Make sure kids are getting some social time so they can dilute some of the stress they are feeling.

Talk to a mental health professional. It is a space you can access to work with a therapist or counselor to support you during this trying time.

Stress can impact our physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing. Interacting with the law can be an incredibly intimidating experience for most families. Making sure to take care of the individual self while maintaining calm as you focus on your task is imperative for overall wellness.

by Sheeza Mohsin, PhD., LMFT Hopemead Counseling & Trauma Center www.hopemead.com

your situation.

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Ask The Expert: School Days

texting apps (Remind 101…) that your child’s teacher(s) are using.

How To Really Help

YOUR CHILD

WITH SCHOOL

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This is where you can really make an

impact on your child’s learning. Take the

skills they are learning in school and find ways to apply to real life. Create a fun

message board where you can use Post-It Notes to share thoughts with your child

and model for them how to ask questions, make connections, or draw conclusions.

When grocery shopping, teach them

how to decide what item is a better deal.

esearch shows that students earn higher grades, get better attendance, are more motivated,

and less likely to drop out of school

when their families are involved in their

education. Create a home environment

that encourages learning and schoolwork.

Establish a daily routine for homework,

chores, and bedtime. All of this is critical to helping your child be successful in school.

Make a homework plan with your child so it is clear to everyone. Discuss with them what they like and don’t like. Try asking these questions: Do you want to study right when you get home, or did you need a break? If they are in after school care, is it possible to complete assignments there?

Designate a study spot. Personalize the study areas with your child’s

Homework Plan:

accomplishments, pictures, awards, comfy

child to do, however, there are so many

are only used for homework. Encourage

to seeing that it gets done can help

so there are minimal distractions around.

Homework may be tough to get your

seating and a basket of supplies that

benefits that your time and commitment

family members to support this study time

students to develop good study habits

and positive attitudes. It can teach them

Communication:

to work independently and encourage

Know what’s going on at school. Join PTA

assignments provide some children with

child has something special going on,

meet deadlines.

and social media. Join any websites,

self-discipline and responsibility —

and volunteer when you can. When your

their first chance to manage time and to

plan to attend. Visit the school website

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Help them learn how to estimate the cost

of groceries. Teach them to count change by guessing the exact amount you give them. If they get it right the first time, they keep it.

Responsibilities:

Teach them how to set an alarm clock to

wake up on their own. Give them a choice between outfits for school and how to

make their own lunch. This will build self-

confidence, a sense of belonging, and will set the foundation of for further learning.

Parents, families, educators, and

communities—there’s no better partnership to assure that all students, pre-K to high school, have the support and resources

they need to succeed in school and life.

by Valorie McGilvra Certified Teacher and Life Coach

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Foodie Friday DFW: Tierney’s Cafe & Tavern

TIERNEY’S

Cafe & Tavern W e are so excited to re-feature one of our original Foodie Friday locations from five years

ago - Tierney’s Cafe and Tavern in Old Town Lewisville.

If you’re a meat and potatoes kind of

person, you should definitely give one of Tierney’s steaks a try. On Saturdays they serve up prime rib (so sad we weren’t

there on a Saturday), but any other day

We always love meeting with owner, Greg Tierney. He’s been a staple in Old Town Lewisville for 24 years - 13 years at Mill Street Cafe and 11 years at Tierney’s.

There’s something about Tierney’s that’s just – special. It could be the hundred-

year-old house it’s located in. It could be

the feeling of family you get each time you

of the week you can order other steak options like their Blue Steak.

You’ve probably also heard that Tierney’s has a fantastic outdoor patio where you can enjoy live music on the weekends.

This place really is so much more than just

a restaurant - it’s also a true venue. They’ve hosted reunions, graduation parties,

step inside. It could be their Potato Chip

wedding rehearsal dinners, and even

more than just a restaurant. But really -

But all of that goes back to the fact

Chicken, or the fact that they’re so much it’s a combination of all of those things

headed by Greg and his amazing staff.

actual weddings!

that Greg and his staff have created a spot in Old Town Lewisville where

As we mentioned, if you’re familiar with

everyone feels welcome, everyone feels

probably already know about their Potato

and enjoy themselves.

Tierney’s Cafe and Tavern at all, you

taken care of, and everyone can relax

Chip Chicken, which is absolutely one of

So, get yourselves on down to Tierney’s

their top-sellers. Greg told us whenever someone walks in the door and doesn’t need a menu, 90% of the time he can

guarantee it’s because they’re there for the Potato Chip Chicken. And there’s a

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Cafe and Tavern, order up some of that

Potato Chip Chicken, a salad, and a slice of

pie and just enjoy this incredible Old Town Lewisville staple.

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reason it’s so well-loved - it is delicious!

Tierney’s also makes some fantastic salad options like their signature

Tierney’s Salad made with mixed field greens, strawberries, pecans, onions, and blue cheese. We’re also fans of their Salmon Salad served with the Raspberry Vinaigrette.

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CONTINUING A TRADITION

Of Industry EXCELLENCE

by Steve Gamel

For more information on how Southern Comfort can help you, visit www.scmdfwair.com or call 972.332.0325.

174 Lake Park Rd. Lewisville, TX 75057

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hat does an air conditioning company with a tradition of superior quality and service do

to be even better than it already is? That’s a question Southern Comfort Mechanical owner Steve Stewart and his team have been working to answer.

When it comes right down to it, though,

Steve said there’s no need to reinvent the wheel – just focus on the little things.

“We always look to be better because you

can’t keep doing things the same way. The world moves, so you should evolve,” he

said. “It’s about finding new ways to build photo to the left by Your Candid Memories (www.YourCandidMemories.com)

on the trust our customers have always had in us.”

standard practice for many service

organizations, regardless of industry, it is far from a simple, “Hey, your technician is on the way” text.

Southern Comfort has taken things a step further by providing a

picture of the technician who will be taking care of you along with

a short bio on their experience in the industry. Not only does this

give customers confidence that they will recognize the person

showing up at their front door, but it shows just how much

the company wants to build relationships with the community.

Centrally located in Lewisville for the past

Along with the bio, there’s also

been family owned and operated and

details on where the technician is in route.

battling bad allergies, think about

know, including Robert and BJ. Steve has

making you sick.

11 years, Southern Comfort has always built its reputation of keeping families cool in the summer and warm in the

winter. They provide reliable service for residential and light commercial clients from the Lewisville and Flower Mound areas to Dallas and Denton and can

service any need, including duct cleaning, insulation, WiFi thermostats,

and air quality

and purification.

Steve has been committed to

photo to the right courtesy of Southern Comfort Mechanical

improving upon

that legacy since he took over in late 2017 from

previous owners Jason and

a link customers can click on to get

Many of those technicians you already

whether or not it’s your house that’s

continued adding to his staff with Brett,

Over time, the air ducts in your home can

Luis, David and Eric over the last several

months, and that increased workforce has

allowed them to handle service calls faster and more efficiently.

“We want to

“We want to add different communication strategies and be better prepared to handle the calls that come in during winter and summer,”...

Laurie Fraser.

add different

communication

strategies and be

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the quality of the air you breathe and

can worsen any problems you have with asthma and various allergies.

that come in during

ducts so you can lead a healthier lifestyle.

said Steve, who

HALO®, which further improves air

holds three training

in conjunction with your AC system to

on everything from

family, clients, or employees.

professionals at safely cleaning your

winter and summer,”

On top of that, they also offer the REMI

added that he still

quality inside your home by working

sessions per week

destroy pollutants before they reach your

“The last thing we want is to keep our

improved communication.

and sleeping areas, which directly impacts

to handle the calls

employees, longtime customers may

are producing big results. One is with

continually re-circulated into your living

Southern Comfort technicians are

technical training to more ways to

have noticed a few smaller changes that

more. And if that’s not bad enough, it is all

better prepared

While it is still very much business as

usual thanks to a core of dependable

build up with dirt, pet dander, pollen, and

improve customer service standards.

It is easily mounted into AC and heating

systems air ducts where most sick building

customers waiting.”

problems start.

While Steve and the crew are hard at work

“And as always, it’s a great idea to keep up

that hasn’t changed is their ability to offer

for your air conditioner and heater

For example, it’s February now, and that

important to keep everything up to date

tweaking things for the better, one thing

with your regular maintenance programs

service solutions no matter the season.

throughout the year,” Steve said. “It’s

means it is allergy season. If you are

and running well.”

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A R G Y L E ’ S S TA N D I F E R

of the team,” Standifer told the Denton

CLEMSON

consistently. I got to watch practice and

COMMITS TO

by Steve Gamel

Record-Chronicle. “They offered me nearly a year ago and have recruited me see how hard the players work for the coaches and how much the coaches get out of them. That was important, because I want a coach that will push me every day.”

Argyle is on its typical role as the regular season draws to a close and playoffs get underway. But it’s hard to argue Standifer’s

A

rgyle sophomore Sydney Standifer may still be recovering from a season-

ending knee injury suffered this summer, but that hasn’t stopped her from making waves on the recruiting scene.

Standifer, who led the Lady Eagles to

their fourth consecutive Class 4A state

title as a freshman, verbally committed

to Clemson in January to put an end to a

short recruitment run that saw her rack up roughly 10 Division I offers.

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The news was first reported by the Dallas Morning News and Denton RecordChronicle. Her older sister, Gabby, graduated last year and is now playing at Fresno State.

The earliest Sydney can sign her official letter of intent is November of her senior year.

“After visiting this week, they really made me feel like I was at home and a part

impact before her injury. She scored 22 points in last year’s state title game and was subsequently named MVP.

ON THE YEAR, SHE AVERAGED 15.4 POINTS, 4.6 ASSISTS, AND 3 STEALS PER GAME. SHE WAS ALSO NAMED TO THE TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF BASKETBALL COACHES ALL-STATE TEAM AND WAS THE DISTRICT 9-4A CONEWCOMER OF THE YEAR.

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10 YEARS AND THRIVING FOR

Ranch Hand

RESCUE

by Barbara-Scott Kolb

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anch Hand Rescue was the first non-profit organization to connect neglected,

maltreated animals

with clients suffering from severe

Ranch Hand Rescue counseled 279 clients, provided roughly $200,000

in financial assistance to families who were unable to afford it, rescued 12 critical care animals, and

granted sanctuary for 39 special

trauma or abuse

and has become a renowned

animal sanctuary. The

organization launched

in 2008 with a primary goal

in mind — to rescue animals from blatant

disregard and provide a haven for recovery to trauma victims. This year marks Ranch

also collected the necessary funds to

begin another project near to his heart.

Throughout 2019, Ranch Hand Rescue will

work on opening “Bob’s House of Hope,” a safe house for young men who have fallen

“I never thought RHR would

is still a great need for more safe houses for

When I started, I thought if I could

institution and

volunteers, and hard work, Williams has

needs animals.

become as big as it is today.

counseling

Because of donations, fundraisers,

save one animal and help one person

it would all be worth it,” Williams said.

Due to the rising number of clients and animals Ranch Hand Rescue continued to acquire, Williams expanded into a

victim to the horror of sex trafficking. There

women, but the boys become the forgotten ones due to a stereotypical society and the victim's fear of speaking up.

“There is no real safe house for young men to go to in the county. I want to fill that void,” Williams stated. “Our safe house will be a long-term

treatment program; we want to put God in their lives, keep them in a

of the provided services such as Animal

and get them

Founder and CEO, Bob Williams, with his

Therapy for Trauma, and Addiction and

a college

the organization exponentially this past

The goal is to eventually plant Ranch

A driving

goals they have dreamt about since the

to help as many animals, individuals,

service. As word spread of the success

safe environment,

Assisted Counseling, Cognitive Behavior

a trade or

team of counselors and volunteers, grew

PTSD Counseling, referrals flooded in.

education.”

year – fueling their mission and achieving

Hand Rescue facilities throughout Texas

Ranch Hand Rescue's inception. In 2018,

families, and veterans as possible.

counseled over 1,800 individuals and saved roughly 600 animals.

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second facility to provide additional

Hand Rescue’s 10th Anniversary; they have

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that perpetrators prey on the vulnerable, forcing them into a life of slavery. Too often, there are not enough available resources to provide shelter for the

victims. As a survivor of sexual abuse, Williams understands the emotional aftermath of such an act – including

being left immersed in hopelessness and anguish. He also knows the life-altering benefits of counseling, which is why he

has dedicated his life to providing counsel to those in need.

“I believe with all my heart that what happened to me was God’s way of

preparing me for the work I do now.

And I believe God puts you where He needs you,” Williams said.

As physically and mentally taxing

as it is treating dire cases on a daily

basis, Williams and his team at Ranch Hand rescue live for the opportunity

to better those suffering from trauma.

Safeguarding and cultivating survivors of trauma is the utmost priority.

“As hard as the work is, the reward is

in seeing people, especially kids, get

better. This organization is the greatest thing I’ve ever done,” Williams said.

Ranch Hand Rescue frequently posts on its Facebook page, updating followers

on the progress of the animals they have

taken in and recent news disclosing facts of current sex trafficking and abuse. The

page educates and brings forth awareness to the public while also being a way to

connect with supporters, promoters, and devotees of the mission.

Ranch Hand Rescue stemmed from the vision of one man and flourished into

a preeminent organization linking the

sheltering of animals with client-specific counseling. The positive results within

the lives of children, adults, and veterans

through the program remain incomparable.

The generosity of donations and volunteers continue to feed the organization’s

ability to enforce change. Please visit

ranchhandrescue.org to donate or schedule time to volunteer.

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LIBERTY

ARGYLE EAGLES

CHRISTIAN

DEFEND THEIR

STATE TITLES

by Steve Gamel

W

hen the Argyle Eagles take the field for the 2019 season, head coach

Ricky Griffin will have all his guys line up in the same spots as last year. After all,

practically everyone is back from his state championship team, which finished 37-0.

“I’m scared to death to change anything,” Griffin said with a laugh. “If you do that, it looks like you are overthinking things.”

Why try to fix something that’s broken?

have to have kids who will play for each

Ricker was 7-0 with a 0.36 ERA and 58

well. There are big targets in Argyle.”

last year while also hitting .369 with 32

other, and you need talented players as Argyle has 10 players who have signed

and his Eagles but also

nearby Liberty Christian.

Both programs won state titles last year and, while

nothing is a guarantee in

the game of baseball, both

appear to have all the pieces to make a run at defending

“We are going to do the exact same thing

Hayden Clearman (Abilene Christian),

and trying to win games,” Griffin said.

returning, including Chad Ricker (UTSA),

as we did last year in terms of going out

Alex Gonzales (Baylor), Cade Merka (Texas

Liberty Christian has five returning starters

A&M), Sean Bolin (Utah), Bo Hogeboom

(Houston), Austin King (Texas Rio Grande

Valley), Preston King (UTRGV),

“THESE KIDS ARE CONFIDENT THAT THEY CAN GO OUT THERE AND DO SOME SPECIAL THINGS”

those titles.

Brenden Dixon (Texas), and

and should be even more dominant on the mound with the addition of Jacob

Hasty. Hasty, an LSU signee, led TAPPS with 97 strikeouts last year before

Dillon Carter (TCU). The

transferring from Fort Worth Christian to

37-0, becoming just the

Wolf returns after turning in a TAPPS-best

finish a season undefeated.

Offensively, Huff and Hansen were two of

Eagles finished with a perfect

Liberty at the start of this school year. Joe

fourth UIL baseball team to

0.32 earned run average.

The last time it happened was in 2003 when Lorena went through an entire season unscathed.

They also have tradition in their corner. It

RBIs and 34 runs scored.

or committed to Division I programs

That’s the mentality that is not only shared by Griffin

strikeouts in just 39 innings on the mound

Liberty’s more dominant hitters alongside

Pryor Thomas (Harvard). The Warriors have six players committed to play college ball.

“We are pretty blessed with the arms we

Argyle’s season of dominance included 20

have, and there’s a lot more behind that

regular-season wins came against teams

Creighton Hansen,” Isom said. “All of these

difference in their lineup this year is the

first. We haven’t declared anyone yet as an

“I think we are both built very similar,”

Hudgens, though Ricker is expected to

Isom added, “I think these kids are

team environment at Argyle and here; you

punch with Bolin.

was Argyle’s second Class 4A state title

since 2015 and its third trip to the state

tournament in the last five seasons. Liberty won its fourth TAPPS state championship and first since 2013.

Liberty coach Johnny Isom said. “It’s a big

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wins by 10 runs or more. Several of those

with guys like Brett Huff (Harvard) and

in higher classifications. The only glaring

guys want to be the guy who gets the ball

loss of state title game MVP pitcher Bryson

ace, but they will all be in the mix.”

take his spot and create another solid 1-2

confident that they can go out there and do some special things.”

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

$

W

ith the “boom” in construction over the last couple of years and the flood of contractors in

the area, we see so many scenarios where people have spent a lot of money on

specific projects. That list includes things like a pool with one company, a patio

with another company, and a landscape installation with yet another – all failing to keep in mind the big picture. We all try so hard to stretch our dollars as far as possible, using who offers the best price. Many times we will do things in

phases because breaking it down allows us to get what we want over time as the

budget allows. What we want to remind you of this month is that when phasing

projects out, don’t forget the big picture, There is nothing worse than getting that

patio finished realizing there’s not enough space for the pool or vice versa. If you

decide to get the landscaping knocked

out before the other projects, sure it can be manipulated, but why pay twice?

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As with many visions things change and ideas can morph as progress is made.

Don’t find yourself in a situation where you have to pay to redo things as the various phases of the project rollout.

One of the best ways to ensure this doesn’t happen is to bring on a designer upfront, put together a master plan, and ensure it gets carried out accurately. If things change along the way (and they will), look down the road and see how those changes are going to affect the next phase or final product.

We understand everyone can’t afford to use a larger company that will have people specializing in different aspects and a project management team that will oversee the progression, but there are

plenty of small businesses that are more than capable of following a set of plans.

Be prepared to pay for these plans but also I understand it will save you money in the long run.

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

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AFM: THE POLIO-LIKE

MYSTERY ILLNESS

by Dr. Rebecca Butler, Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics

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cute flaccid myelitis (AFM) refers to a polio-like neurologic disease first reported in 2012 in California in a child with evidence of enterovirus D68 in respiratory tract specimens. An increase in reported cases has been observed in the late summer and fall of subsequent years, including 2014, 2016, and 2018.

As of November 2018, federal health officials have confirmed over 100 cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) in the United States. Most of these cases have been in children around 4 years old. Despite extensive laboratory testing, the exact cause of AFM has not been confirmed and it remains unclear whether the illness is the direct result of the viral illnesses or an autoimmune response in some individuals who contract these viral illnesses.

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Why to keep getting children vaccinated for polio:

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accompanied by fever, chills and body

need polio vaccine.

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rapidly, most often reaching maximum severity over the course of a few hours neurologic symptoms was 7 days into the viral illness.

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Business Spotlight

Award-Winning Photographer

CAPTURES

CRAFTSMAN DEGREE

by Steve Gamel

F

or Guy T, being a photographer means so much more than simply looking through a viewfinder and delivering professional results day in and day out. It’s about using his talents to give back through selfless service and education. If he happens to be recognized by his peers with awards and accolades along the way, then that’s just part of the journey.

“What gets you there is far more important to me,” said Guy T, owner of What’s That Guy’s Name? | PHOTOGRAPHY BY GUY T. “Being able to share

something I know with others who don’t know it yet, or being able to take someone from Point A to Point B and elevate their skill set is what’s important. The journey is far more special than the destination. They are just nice enough to give me an item I can hang around my neck. It’s nice to be recognized by my peers.”

Photography above by ‘What’s That Guy’s Name?’

The “they” Guy T referred to is the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), which awarded him with his long-awaited Craftsman degree on January 21st at a ceremony at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. Guy T walked across the stage to receive a degree he’s been pursuing for more than two years. It is yet

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another symbol of his passion for life, photography, and the expectations he has placed on himself since leaving a 26-plus year career as a corporate educator just more than six years ago.

According to the PPA, “Awarded for service as a speaker, author, or mentor, this degree shows that you have gone beyond the creation of images and dedicated your time to move the industry forward and encourage education.”

The Craftsman degree is one of a litany of accolades for Guy T, who is constantly in the know on the latest trends and techniques that separate good photographers from the best. Beyond numerous local awards and rave reviews from happy customers throughout Denton County, he has been named an Associate Fellow of the Texas Professional Photographers Association. Guy T will also step in as an instructor with the Texas School of Photography, an affiliate of the PPA, April 28th-May 3rd to teach an Adobe Lightroom class called “Unlock Lightroom (And Upgrade Your Life!).”

Bottom line, photographers can be found at every turn these days. But if you’re in the market for a corporate event photographer, quality headshots, professional images of you and your business to enhance online presence, portraits, senior photos, and fine art, you’d be hard pressed to find anyone who approaches his full-time job as a photographer with as much experience, passion, personality, and commitment to his clients as Guy T. “I don’t think I’m done yet,” Guy T said of his willingness to continue learning and sharing his knowledge with others.

“When I can learn more and produce even better results for my clients, that’s really the reward.”

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Ask The Expert: Home Design

“You can’t depend on your eyes when

L U F R E W O P

SAYINGS AND QUOTES

I

About Architecture And Design

f you haven’t guessed by now, architecture is in our blood here at the ML Group. Not only do we love drawing and sketching what we feel are residential and commercial works of art, but it’s the opportunity to take a client’s ideas and dreams and bring them to life with cutting-edge design that fuels us every day.

As we continue into this new year, here is a quick mash-up of powerful sayings and quotes about architecture and design from architects, writers, artists, and more – all of whom encourage and inspire us to create.

“Architecture is the thoughtful making of space.”

— Louis Kahn “As an architect you design for the present with an awareness of the past for a future which is essentially unknown.”

“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes. If you foolishly ignore beauty, you will soon find yourself without it. Your life will be impoverished. But if you invest in beauty, it will remain with you all the days of your life.”

— Frank Lloyd Wright

your imagination is out of focus.”

— Mark Twain

“In architecture, you should live for 150 years, because you have to learn in the first 75 years.”

— Renzo Piano “People ignore design that ignores people.”

— Frank Chimero “The difference between good and bad architecture is the time you spend.”

— David Chipperfield “Architecture is a result of a process of

asking questions and testing them and re-interrogating and changing in a repetitive way.”

— Thom Maine At the ML Group, we design for the way

you live. So put our team to work for you!

Give us a call today to discuss your next commercial or residential project.

— Norman Foster “We are called to be architects of the future, not its victims.”

— R. Buckminister Fuller

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“Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness.”

— Frank Gehry

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Sick of

BEING SICK?

by Steve Gamel

N

o one has time to be sick, right? Not only is being laid up in bed with the cold or flu a total bummer, but we’ve all got busy lives – kids need to get to school on time, that to-do list at work is getting longer, we’ve got an important meeting. So we keep pushing through, ignoring the early warning signs, until our body forces us to stop.

The flu season alone peaks between December and February, but can last as late as May. At the same time, there are a variety of other illnesses that can bog us down, from the common cold to respiratory infections, ear infections, and stomach bugs. So here we are lying in bed with two hoodies on, the blankets pulled up just below our eyes, and we’re watching re-runs of Dr. Phil. Whatever this is – the cold, the flu, or something else – just won’t go away.

So how do we get to feeling better? There are plenty of well-known remedies, including getting the flu shot, being religious about washing your hands, taking medicine, eating better, and getting more than enough rest to recharge those batteries. Here are a few more options that might get you back on your feet even faster: USE A HUMIDIFIER

Humidifiers put moisture back into the air, significantly reducing the ability of airborne viruses to cause flu infections. Using a humidifier while you sleep – whether you are sick or not – has a myriad of benefits including improved sleep, faster healing, and decreased sinus issues.

USE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR We’ve mentioned several natural remedies. Apple cider vinegar in water helps kill bacteria in the body. You can get the similar benefits from coconut oil, garlic, fermented cod liver oil, a spoonful of honey, and elderberry syrup.

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SALINE OR WARM WATER WASH This may seem like an unpleasant experience, but using saline, a Neti Pot, or simply filling your hands with warm water every morning and inhaling the water, clears your nose and nasal cavities. This can help with general colds, allergies, and sinus infections. Give it a try.

DETOX BATH AND HOT SHOWERS Try detox baths with a few dashes of Epsom salt even when you aren’t sick, as it is known to draw out toxins while easing stress, improving sleep and concentration, and reducing muscle inflammation.

GARGLE WITH SALT WATER Getting a large glass from the kitchen and gargling with salt water provides instant relief for a sore throat, sometimes faster than over-the-counter medicines or throat lozenges. It also has preventative benefits, so try it before you get sick or when you experience early warning signs.

TAKE CARE OF YOUR GUT If you want to be healthier next winter, start eating more foods that support a healthy gut.

A healthy gut makes it difficult for bacteria that cause colds, the flu, and other viruses to gain traction and wreak havoc on your life. You can do this through probiotics/shopping or healthier foods.

PUT VICKS VAPORUB ON YOUR FEET, CHEST, AND NOSE Vicks VapoRub has been around forever, and everyone knows its benefits as a decongestant for your chest and throat as well as being a remedy for headaches and achy muscles.

But have you tried rubbing it on your feet and covering them with warm socks? Do this before bedtime, especially if you have a nagging cough. www.ArgyleLivingMagazine.com

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SHERIFF ’S

CORNER C

with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

aptain Douglas Lee supervises the Denton County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division. Under

Captain Lee’s command, there are

three Lieutenants, five Sergeants, three Corporals, and currently 41 Patrol

Deputies. Denton County is divided into

six sections or beats. Our deputies patrol the unincorporated areas of Denton

County but assist other agencies within

the county. Our deputies are responsible for providing 24-hour law enforcement services to the citizens residing in the

unincorporated areas of Denton County.

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a School Resource Officer. Not only do we enforce state laws on state highways, but we also enforce state laws on our local lakes and farm to market roads.

Our marine unit is the busiest during the summertime and holidays. Many boaters are enjoying the hot Texas

weather on the lakes, and we like to

maintain a high presence during these times. The traffic unit not only enforces

The patrol division is comprised of three standard shifts: day shift (7 am-3 pm), evening shift (3 pm-11 pm) and night shift (11 pm- 7 am).

traffic laws, but they also are looking for

The deputies answer all types of service calls, ranging from noise complaints to homicides. There is not anything routine about this job. Deputies have to be mentally and physically prepared to face their day. They are briefed on the happenings before hitting the streets.

Within the patrol division, we have special enforcement units including the Traffic Unit, Marine Unit, Animal Control Unit, and

are also trained in accident reconstruction

impaired or reckless drivers that may

cause or be involved in traffic crashes.

The deputies assigned to the traffic unit and commercial vehicle enforcement.

Most of our deputies started their career as a detention officer, attended the

police academy, then applied and were

promoted to the position of patrol deputy.

We are currently in the process of hiring

detention officers, so if you are interested or know someone who is, you can apply

online at www.dentoncounty.com/sheriff.

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