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Cancer A W A R E N E S S

ctober is one of those months that brings so many things to mind, don’t you think? You’ve got pumpkin carving opportunities galore with the kiddos, sweater weather, firepits, Halloween candy by the truck load, and many other opportunities to create priceless memories.

At this point, I’m just sad the month is almost over.

One of the bigger things that should spring to mind, too, is that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Not only that, but how can I – and, well, you too – contribute?

Breast Cancer Awareness month is more than just a time to think about loved ones who are continuing to fight or have lost their battle. It’s a yearly campaign that educates people, both men and women, about the importance of early breast screening and early testing. I am currently watching my dear friend, who is only 39 years old, fight this very battle. She was lucky and it was detected while at an early screening. That’s the blessing in all of this. Not to mention, she knows she isn’t fighting this alone. This disease has taken

so many of our loved ones way too early in life, and there are countless non-profit organizations that want to help find a cure. Even numerous clients of ours, like Buckets & Bows Maid Service, have joined in this fight.

My very own friend, Debbie Sardone, started Cleaning for a Reason, a non-profit organization, 12 years ago through her Buckets & Bows company. Through this non-profit, it gives the gift of free house cleaning to women undergoing treatment for any type of cancer. She has inspired other local businesses, like MaidPro Denton, to help educate people in joining us in the fight against Breast Cancer.

In this issue, information on screening and testing will be provided. Read these important facts, my friends, and let’s join together in early detection.

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS THIS MONTH: Look for the icons to find out the best places to eat / medical experts around your area.

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On the Cover: Debbie Sardone Owner of Buckets & Bows Maid Service

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Inspiring Others To Use Business For Good

EDITORS PICK: DIY Halloween Costumes

ASK THE EXPERTS

34 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks

FEATURED:

12 Fitness with Jesse James Fit 30 Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental 40 Home Design with ML Group 48 Gardening with Complete Solutions 54 Makeover with Cloud 9 Salon 60 Organization with Cloud Nine Organizing BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS 22 Brawley Farms: A Top-Of-The-Line Equestrian Center Right in Your Backyard

PHOTOS FROM LANTANA 36 You Submit, We Print 58 You Submit, We Print

ARTICLES 08 Hooyah & Happy Birthday 10 10 Local Eateries 16 Marty B's 17 Sheriff's Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree 18 Where Do You Want To Eat? 20 DFW Oral Surgeons 26 Tinkergarten Learning Through Play 28 Inside Community 29 Inside Education

35 The Wonders of A Child's Perspective 38 Rethinking Mammograms 42 Space Walk Chalk 42 Lantana Has Gone To The Dogs 43 Pet Adoption of the Month 46 See You At The Pole 50 Family Fun on Par 52 RushTrips Lantana's Private Car Service 56 Thanksgiving on A Budget 62 The Guyer Band Pushing To The Next Level OCTOBER 2018 | LANTANA LIVING | 7

HOOYAH

& Happy Birthday

by Susan Neuhalfen

his year the Marines in Denton County will have plenty to celebrate! The annual Marine Corps Ball will be held on November 10, 2018, the 243rd Birthday of the United States Marines.

The U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Charity Ball as it will be known this year will be held in the convention center of the new Embassy Suites in Denton. Hosted by the Marine Corps League Detachment #1300 in Denton, local Marines, Navy FMF Corpsmen and members of the community will gather to witness military tradition mixed with food, fun, dancing and camaraderie.

Heroes from every generation will be in attendance.

Vietnam Veterans of America will serve as the color guard while the McKinney High School Marine Corps Junior ROTC will perform a silent drill.

guarding a dam in a northern province of Afghanistan when, in April of 2011,

he came across an irrigation ditch. The

first four Marines to jump across were all

good but when he and Buckshot, his dog,

jumped they hit an IED. Buckshot not only survived with Aft, he now lives with him here in Texas.

Aft went through a lot of pain, and a lot of drugs before having to attend rehab and getting his life together.

“I really wanted to re-enlist, but being an amputee you lose a lot of options,” said

Aft. “I ended up in pity party cycle before I finally decided to get my life together.”

Aft credits people like Mark Roy, a

retired Lt. Col and member of the Marine Corps League, with helping him. The

available for individuals and businesses.

If you don’t have access online, contact Mark Roy at LtColMark@hotmail.com or call 940.395.0236.

Dress is formal, though Roy said

support and mentor support for Marines,

in black tie. As a matter of fact, they

assistance, scholarships, volunteer

they won’t exclude anyone who isn’t

FMF Navy Corpsmen and their families.

prefer a uniform.

organizations such as Patriot Anglers, 22Kill and organizations that provide

equine and adaptive therapy for combat related injuries.

Tickets for the event may be purchased

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There are also sponsorship tables

Marine Corps League provides financial

They also donate to various veteran

The guest speaker will be Brian Aft, a double amputee who lost his legs in an IED explosion in Afghanistan.

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Aft will be relaying his story about

photos courtesy of Marine Corps League

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“If you fit in your uniform, we encourage you to wear it,” said Roy. “Suit, coat and tie works for us as well as tux. We just encourage everyone come out and celebrate.”

online at www.DentonMCL.org/store. If

All proceeds will benefit the Marine Corps

a Marine to attend the ball, go to the

#1300 in Denton. For more information

you would like to purchase a ticket for

Leauge LCpl Jacob R. Lugo Detachment

“Donate” box and “Pay for a Patriot”.

go to www.dentonmcl.org.

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Restaurant Article

by Steve Gamel

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hen it comes to deciding where we want to take the family for dinner on a Friday or Saturday night, many of us are creatures of habit. It’s so much easier to pull into a familiar chain restaurant or a local spot we’ve fallen in love with than spend forever finding something new that everyone will enjoy.

We’re not suggesting there’s anything wrong with that, but there are so many other options to take advantage of in Denton County – many of which have been right under our noses the entire time.

Below are our Top 10 list of local restaurants you need to try today.

972.874.4747 With three locations in Plano, Grapevine, and Flower Mound, Mi Dia From Scratch offers a blend of traditional Mexican recipes with modern Tex Mex flavors. Have lunch or dinner inside or enjoy a night out on the patio – either way, don’t forget to try their delicious margaritas and handcrafted cocktails. courtesy of Bumbershoot BBQ facebook BURGERS & BRATS

6214 Long Prairie Rd., #300 Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.539.9110

Definitely a hidden treasure in Denton

County – and it’s amazing. From Germanstyle pork sausage and pork and beef sausage to Reuben sandwiches and

to-die-for burgers that taste like they

came straight from a backyard cookout, there is a little something for everyone at Burgers & Brats.

You won’t be disappointed.

BUMBERSHOOT BBQ

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J2 STEAKHOUSE 119 E Main St. • Lewisville, TX 75057 972.537.5547 A newcomer to the Denton County scene, J2 Steakhouse has quickly made a name for itself both from a culinary standpoint and its unique and inviting atmosphere.

Everything is made from scratch, right down to the ketchup, breads, and ice cream. Dive into their Prime Angus Filet, Prime Akaushi Rib Eye, or Seared Halibut.

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425 US-375 S. • Argyle, TX 76226 940.595.1782

Talk about being off the beaten path.

Bumbershoot is a 32-foot trailer

surrounded by picnic tables and friendly

folks. It is here you can find the finest and most delicious meats, including beef,

pork, chicken, and sausage. Lunch and

dinner are served until the food runs out, so you’d better get there fast for a meat lover’s experience like none other.

KANZI SUSHI AND HIBACHI RESTAURANT 2560 King Arthur Blvd., #142 Lewisville, TX 75056 972.899.9779

Give your pallet a kick with KANZI.

The portions are big, which means you

are bound to take home some leftovers.

It is also regarded as one of the best steakhouses for authentic Argentinian lunch.

RG’S BURGERS & GRILL 2430 S. I-35E, #172 • Denton, TX 76205 940.383.2431 RG’s is a traditional burger joint. Stop in to try their Portabella Mushroom Burger, Tex-

Mex Chili Burger, or the King Kong, which includes a free King Kong shirt if you finish it within 30 minutes. All burgers come with unlimited steak fries.

MRS. LIVELY’S CAJUN KONNECTION 721 E. Hundley Dr. Lake Dallas, TX 75065 940.279.4299 Located off the lake on Hundley Dr., where Neal’s and Logan’s used to be, Mrs. Lively’s is a full-tilt taste of Louisiana with an amazing variety of made-from-scratch Cajun meals that will satisfy any customer.

Every dish, whether it be their gumbo, crawfish, or boiled shrimp is prepared daily with fresh ingredients and cooked with the finest spices.

GIOVANNI’S PIZZA 100 Country Club Rd. • Argyle, TX 76226 940.464.9899 Whether you want to dine in our carry out, Giovanni’s is a basic family-owned pizzeria that is a nice change of pace from the typical Pizza Hut trip. This local treasure also offers pasta, calzones, and sandwiches.

ANGELINA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1400 N. Corinth St., #111 Corinth, TX 76208 940.321.1133 For you Mexican food lovers out there, Angelina’s is a can’t-miss favorite on the local scene. Located in the heart of the Lake Cities, Angelina’s offers everything from steak fajitas and quesadillas to beef chimichangas and tortilla soup. And it’s all backed by one of the friendliest staffs around.

TOKYO SAMURAI SUSHI HIBACHI BAR 3600 FM407, #100 • Bartonville TX 76226 940.455.2223 Hands down one of the best sushi hibachi bars in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and it’s located close by in Bartonville. The food is amazing as a personal chef prepares filet mignon steak, chicken, and seafood dishes right at your table. If you’re looking for a different kind of family night out, give this local favorite a try.

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Ask The Expert: Fitness

Getting Back

ON TRACK!

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o you took a break from your fitness routine this summer.

You ate, you drank, you relaxed,

and ate some more.

Well, now it’s time to face the music.

As you look in the mirror after a summer of less-than-healthy eating, you notice that your body is puffy and bloated. Your joints are achy. Your clothes feel tight.

Your first priority in getting back on track

When your body is low on sleep, it

day. Start with a tall glass of water in the

choices. You’re also less likely to get back

is to drink plenty of water throughout the morning, and carry a water bottle with you to sip throughout the day.

Don’t add any artificial sweeteners or stimulants to your water – these will

sabotage your hydration efforts. For flavor, add sliced fresh fruit, herbs or vegetables to your water, just like at the spa.

Maybe you are feeling that way right now.

3. CLEANSE YOUR SYSTEM

Here’s how to get you back on the fitness

For your first few days getting back on

fast track.

track, I need you to be extra picky about

1. FIND YOUR FOCUS Summer happened. You ate things from

what you eat. Stick with only whole, real foods like fruits, vegetables, and lean meats. Whole, real foods will help to

the “never eat these” list, you drank more

restore balance and block out cravings.

than you should have…but now it’s over.

Don’t eat any packaged foods for the

Draw a line in the sand. You’re back now so the bad eating stops now.

If you’re serious about your fitness goals, then the past few weeks were the exception and not the rule. Don’t beat yourself up for letting loose. Simply get back up, dust yourself off and get focused.

2. GET HYDRATED

next few days. This means no snack

foods, processed meat slices, dairy, baked goods or alcohol.

4. GET SOME REST As relaxing as summer days are,

most end with the feeling of exhaustion.

Make catching up on sleep a priority over the next few days.

becomes easier to make poor eating

into your workouts if you don’t give your body a chance to rest.

Aim for getting a full 8 hours of sleep each night.

5. JUMP BACK INTO YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE

It’s time to sweat out all those

indulgences. So lace up your shoes

and put on your favorite gym clothes.

When you start your first workout,

ease in slowly. Take the time to warm up and stretch your muscles before

powering up to a solid 30-minute routine.

We have just the exercise plan for you – one that will not only help you recover

from your summer but will help keep you

motivated and going strong in the future.

If you haven’t joined yet, now is the

perfect time for you to start. Together we

will get you to your goals with our resultsdriven method.

Simply call or email today to set up your first workout.

While summer days can take on many forms, the end result is most often dehydration and water retention.

The only way to restore your balance is to get hydrated.

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by Jesse J. Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit, Outlaw Bootcamp & Outlaw Fit Camp JesseJamesFit.com • OutlawBootcamp.com

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Restaurant Article

M A R T Y B'S

by Steve Gamel

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t’s nearly been a full calendar year, and the reviews are in – Marty B’s in Bartonville is a raging local success story.

appetite and leave you wanting to come

Inspired by the spirit of the Texas Hill

events, opened last November just across

Country, Marty B’s prides itself on offering a little bit of everything for customers who crave more than just a standard sit-down dinner. Marty B’s includes live music, fire pits, rooftop hanging with friends and family, down-to-earth hospitality, games like corn hole and washers, and delicious in-house, freshly-made Texas specialties that are guaranteed to appease any

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back for more.

The venue, which can also host private from the Lantana community and sits

on 2.2 acres with 6,700-square feet of

covered space. Clearly, customers love

the place; it already has more than 500

positive reviews on Facebook and a fourstar rating on Yelp.

None of the restaurant’s success would work if it weren’t for the unique menu

that features steaks, BBQ, Tex-Mex, and mouthwatering burgers. Some of their specialties are the double cut bonein pork chop, brisket tacos, the BBQ

stuffed baked potato and a dessert menu

highlighted by the ooey gooey toffee treat and campfire s’mores kit.

If you don’t believe us, you’re just going to have to see for yourself.

Visit martybsplace.com for more

information on menu options and their calendar of events.

SHERIFF ’S

CORNER D

with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

enton County is home to more than 800,000 people; it is 953

square miles and is ranked ninth by

population in Texas.

Denton County

will only grow and

with growth comes

unwanted crime. One

of the Sheriff’s biggest responsibilities is the

jail. The Denton County jail

has 1,788 beds and currently

houses 1,236 inmates. The majority

of our employees are Detention Officers who do a remarkable job of supervising and caring for inmates on a daily basis 24 hours per day, seven days a week.

I am very fortunate to have Assistant Chief Deputy, Barry Caver, supervise the everyday operations of Denton County jail. Chief Caver is responsible for five Detention Captains, seven Detention Lieutenants, 19 Detention Sergeants, 41 Detention Corporals, and

329 Detention Officers, along with 24

other civilian employees plus all inmates.

Within our detention facility, we house a wide variety of inmates. Our Detention

Officers are trained to protect themselves and the inmates. Some of our Detention Officers are a part of the Special

Operations Response Team, or SORT.

They have specialized training in dealing with abusive inmates. Not all who apply are accepted, the physical and mental

challenges are strenuous. The men and women on the team are prepared to handle all types of situations.

Detention Officers are the backbone and

unsung heroes of the Sheriff’s Office. They do a difficult job very well every day. I am proud of the men and women who have dedicated themselves to serve.

Denton County Sheriff’s Office is currently hiring Detention Officers. Please pass the word and have interested parties visit the Denton County website to apply.

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Restaurant Article

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO EAT?

by Susan Neuhalfen

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gh. It happens every time. When two or more are gathered together, and

you’re hungry, the question inevitably

comes up: “Where do you want to eat?”

Chances are, the variety of personalities

involved make the question so much more complicated than it needs to be.

There’s the picky eater who can’t

have MSG, mayo, or anything with sunflower oil …

There’s the dieter who really wants that burger but must go somewhere with a

Keep a list of restaurants you want to try.

problem of getting everyone to agree on

phone, and when you pass a restaurant

the actual decision a fun process:

There are lots of lists and map apps on the put it on the list. That way when the

questions come up, check the list and

make suggestions to the other guests.

Keep coupons and gift cards in an easily accessible place to help you make the decision (purse, car, kitchen drawer).

Something may be about to expire, and you want to use it.

DECIDE

And there’s the

indecisive person who just doesn’t care but is

hungry and therefore a little testy ….

Which leads us to the first rule of restaurant decision-making: If it’s at all possible, don’t wait until you’re hungry to decide. Once you’re hungry, you’re irritable, and that

makes for an unpleasant experience for

everyone. If you know you’re going out to

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a vote. Top vote

getter is the winner.

FOLLOW THE

LEADER

Let people vote anonymously (names in

a hat), so no one feels pressured to vote with a friend.

another narrows it down to three and the

you need to.

else’s ideas …

and everyone gets

interest you and refer to the list when

There’s the naysayer who has no great

WHEEL

three restaurants,

5-3-1 – If there are just two or three of you,

healthy menu …

to poo-poo everyone

Pick 3 – Take the top

Check YELP for reviews and see what’s in the area. Bookmark the restaurants that

ideas but just wants

a restaurant. Here are a few ideas to make

have one person pick five restaurants, last picks the best one.

Join the app Open Table. It is an online

Let the Wheel decide - go to

points after reserving/dining at one of

decide for you.

reservation service that helps patrons earn their member restaurants.

These points may be

redeemed for discounts at

other member restaurants.

Wheeldecide.com and let the wheel

PICK 3

Go to Zomato.com and get

the reviews and menus in order of highly

recommended to least recommended. It’s always good to double-check what YELP has and see if the reviews agree.

These four ideas will help you to narrow down choices, but there is still the

Follow the Leader – put a list together of the friends or family members you usually eat with. Once someone has

chosen the restaurant, his/her name goes to the bottom of the list, and

it’s someone else’s turn to choose. Yes, include the kids!

You aren’t going to please everyone so

just accept that now. The main objective

is to make it enjoyable, so everyone has a pleasant meal.

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Medical Expert Article

Keeping the

Community

Smiling

W i t h Te e t h I n A D a y

by Steve Gamel

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r. John Shillingburg couldn’t tell who was more excited when one of his patients, Mike Thomas, came strolling through the front door a few months ago. Thomas, a former Naval pilot now in his 60s, initially visited DFW Oral Surgeons in Flower Mound last year hoping Dr. Shillingburg and his staff could help him not only get his smile back – but also his life.

photography of Dr. Shillingburg and Team by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com

It had been a while since Dr. Shillingburg performed a life-changing fixed dental implant procedure on Mike called Allon-4®. And by the looks of it, it worked to perfection. Mike was loving his new teeth and was smiling from ear to ear.

Beyond the accolades, what makes Dr.

“In one day, we

people feel better about themselves.

upper and lower

Shillingburg tick is being able to help A former military man himself, he

has worked with active duty soldiers to celebrities and civilians. And as

technology has improved, he’s jumped “He couldn’t stop smiling. None of us onboard with treatment programs could, either,” Dr. Shillingburg said.

“Mike looked great; he that improve a patient’s had stopped smoking and recovery time and quality “...It’s not as painful everything. It was a radical of life. as before because the change to his life.”

“It gives me pride knowing teeth aren’t resting He added, “Our patients patients can come in, on the gum tissue; can’t believe how real their and they will have a they’re resting on the teeth are. And they can’t great experience,” Dr. implants.” wait to smile.”

Shillingburg said. “We We’ll talk more about the have a great procedure that changed Mike’s life in a team here, and I have a lot minute, but trust us when we say it’s not of passion for what I do; We your typical dental implant treatment. And enjoy taking something that is frankly, the doctor who performed it isn’t difficult for a lot of people and typical either. Dr. Shillingburg, a boardmake it so it’s not a big deal.” certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, The All-on-4 treatment is a is the best at what he does and is the BEFORE owner of a true outpatient surgery center cultural shift from the more capable of diagnosing and treating any intrusive, painful, and lengthy mouth and jaw condition. This includes implant procedures of the procedures as simple as wisdom teeth past as it uses as few as four extraction to complicated sinus lifts and implants while making the best reconstructive surgery. use of your available jawbone And when we say he’s a specialist in all of these things, we mean it. Dr. Shillingburg is trained and credentialed in dentoalveolar surgery, facial cosmetic surgery, implant surgery, orthognathic surgery, facial reconstructive oral surgery, dental anesthesiology, and holds membership with the American Dental Association and is a Diplomate of both the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

implants in while a lab tech converts the upper denture into fixed teeth,” Dr. Shillingburg said. “We place the implants and put in a set of temporary teeth that same day. It’s not as painful as before because the teeth aren’t resting on the gum tissue; they’re resting on the implants.”

Mike Thomas was a perfect candidate for All-on-4. He had developed gum disease, and his teeth deteriorated rapidly. This left him struggling to chew his food, and he was uncomfortable in social situations.

In a matter of one day, that all changed.

Another story featured on the company’s website (www. dfworalsurgeons.com) is of veteran Chris Coker, a cancer survivor who had several teeth knocked out during a lung biopsy. Dr. Shillingburg selflessly donated his time, expertise, and resources to help Mr. Coker.

AFTER

facial bone structure. From there, six to

eight dental implants would be placed in the upper jaw, followed by the lower jaw, and patients would then need to make

multiple trips back over the course of the

What All-on-4 does is decrease the need

www.dfworalsurgeons.com 4421 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 100 Flower Mound, TX 75028

teeth, then place four to six dental

“You people have seen me before with really awful teeth, of new fixed teeth. By angling photography by Carnes Group and they don’t make you feel the rear two implants, patients good about yourself,” Mr. Coker says receive instantaneous support and to a group of people in the video. “And stability – all in one day. when this was done, it changed my whole In the past, the standard of care with fixed perspective on life, the way I live it, the way I interact with other people, and now I implants was for a surgeon to take bone just really enjoy smiling.” from a patient’s hip to reconstruct the to provide a fully functional set

next year and a half as their mouth healed.

972.539.1491

can remove their

for bone grafting.

Many of us take our oral and dental health for granted, and when we are suddenly faced with severe problems, the consequences can be overwhelming.

Having a doctor like John Shillingburg in your corner is a lifesaver.

“I feel my role on this earth is to help people and to bless others. It’s a really neat thing to be able to radically change someone’s life for the better.”

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Business Spotlight

A Top-Of-The-Line

EQUESTRIAN

CENTER Right In Your

BACKYARD

by Steve Gamel

photo by Karinda K. Equine Photography

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ob and Dana Brawley of Brawley Farms are on the road 25 weeks out of the year traveling the country to various competitive horse shows. Along the way, they’ve built a stellar reputation both on the road and at home and are known for running a full-service equestrian facility that can cater to the needs of horses and riders at any skill level.

Brawley Farms, which resides in the small

all levels of competition, exceptional full-

Well, at least for now…

competition horses, and more.

town of Double Oak, is a hidden gem.

Located off Simmons Road right across the street from Lantana, Brawley Farms was recently named Best Equestrian

Center in the 2018 Best of Denton County Contest and is quickly endearing itself to both riding and non-riding

residents as an equestrian’s dream. With more than

17 acres of lush pastures

and scenic trails, the farm includes a large covered arena that is directly

accessible to the barn, an outside derby field with

service equine boarding and training for

Bob has more than 30 years of experience on the hunter jumper circuit and is known for his classic style, quality horsemanship, and unwavering attention to detail.

He started showing and

“...There are plenty of barns in this area who do what we do, but there aren’t many that provide as comprehensive a program as ours.”

natural jumps, and ample

training in Oregon under

the direction of his mother, Judy Brawley, and after moving to Southern

California, where he met Dana, he relocated to Texas in 2011.

When building Brawley Farms, Bob and Dana

turnout paddocks. They offer young rider

literally thought of everything … from a

hunter, jumper, and equitation training for

fully-stocked equipment room. In addition

lesson programs, junior and amateur

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massive observation room for guests to a

to supplying saddles, bridles, and helmets, Brawley Farms owns five lesson horses

that are available to lesson program riders.

The only equipment a new rider needs is

a pair of snug fitting jeans and close toed shoes with a heel.

“We want to let prospective clients know that if they (or their child) want to learn how to ride, they don’t have to spend

thousands of dollars to see if they like

the sport,” Dana Brawley said. “Lessons

are $55 a pop; that’s very similar to many karate or gymnastics programs for kids

or fitness programs for adults. We supply the horses and the tack, and if the rider

ends up wanting to pursue horse showing, we can help them expand out of the

lesson program as well. There are plenty of barns in this area who do what we do, but there aren’t many that provide as comprehensive a program as ours.”

760.801.6655

www.brawleyfarmsinc.com 200 Simmons Rd.

Double Oak, TX 75077

Visit Tues. - Sat. during business hours

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Outfits

by Caroline Brock

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ctober is coming up and everyone’s favorite holiday is close at hand. The one day out of the year where eating excess candy and running around in a costume is socially acceptable. The only difficult question on everyone’s mind is what are you going to wear? Picking the perfect Halloween costume can be more difficult than deciding on what to watch on Netflix. You don’t have to break the bank in order to pull off a terrific costume. We’re taking classic Halloween looks and giving you tips and tricks that won’t break the bank, and refresh your costume that will have everyone talking.

Vampire

Mummy

Witch

Here are some tips and tricks about creating the perfect vampire outfit.

Being a witch or a vampire can make

Calling all witches! Don’t be afraid to

1. For a vampire focus more on your makeup. Youtube has great videos to help you create the perfect look for Halloween. For clothes a simple button down and some slacks for guys, and a nice black or red dress for girls.

know how to get down and party!

2. You can’t be a vampire without some sharp canine teeth. Your local Halloween shop should have plenty to go around.

3. Last but not least, finish it off with edible fake blood to really elevate your look.

Ingredients • Nestle’s Chocolate Syrup • Corn Syrup • Red Liquid Food Coloring Instructions: Pour about a cup of corn syrup into a jar then mix in chocolate syrup and food coloring until the mixture is a deep red.

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Halloween a classic success, but mummies What You’ll Need

• White or gray clothing for the basis of your costume.

• White gauze instead of toilet paper. ( For a more aged look you’ll also need black acrylic paint)

1. Put on tan colored pants and a shirt then have your buddy start wrapping you up in gauze, which you can buy in the medical section at Walmart.

(For a more distressed look water down black acrylic paint. Soak the gauze in the paint.

Gently wring it out and hang to dry.)

2. To really pull this look off. Decorate with some Egyptian styled accessories, like a pharaoh hat, necklace, or an Egyptian staff for a little twist in this classic look.

unveil your true form with these ideas.

1. The first place you should always look

to find a great witch dress is your closet.

Every girl should have a black dress just waiting for you to transform it into the perfect costume.

2. For a witch it’s all about the stockings and hat! Try some crazy socks for a

twist. There are plenty of tutorials on

how to DIY your own fun socks and your own witch hat. Just Pinterest it! If you’re not the DIY type you can always buy

them at your local Halloween store or raid Walmart.

3. A witch never walks around town

without a sweet ride. All you have to do is go on a little hike. Find a large sturdy

stick and fill another bucket with smaller sticks. Wrap the smaller sticks around the larger one and tie with twine or

rope. You’ll be flying in style in no time!

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Tinkergarten

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY

by Steve Gamel

W

e want our kids to excel in the classroom and become better

versions of themselves. But there’s a

movement going on right now to make sure children and their families don’t

overlook the role outdoor play has in that educational process.

Let us introduce you to Tinkergarten, a

national high-quality outdoor program

that brings families together in a natural place in their communities for classes

where kids learn through well-designed, outdoor play-based activities. These

classes are available all over the country,

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including right here in Denton County, and help kids from as young as 18 months to eight years old develop core life skills such as creativity, problem-solving, empathy, collaboration, and persistence in what is being promoted as a classroom without walls.

“As the education system has moved toward standardized testing, our kids spend less time outdoors. We’re leaving out play, which is the root of education,” said Marta Lusk, a former public school teacher who jumped at the chance to join the Tinkergarten movement and now

leads classes at Harold Bessire Park in

Carrollton. “We need academics, but we need children to learn through play.”

She added, “I tell kids, ‘This green area is your class. You can go anywhere so long as your mom and dad can see you.’”

Each week, explorers are presented

with a new play scenario as they learn in a supportive, mixed-age social group.

According to a parents survey on the Tinkergarten website, 93 percent of

parents surveyed learned how to support

their child’s development, and 85 percent of parents saw their kids become more

careful observers of nature, which helped develop their ability to focus. Finally, 87 percent of families now spend more time outdoors.

In a press release this April, the program – which launched its first class in 2015 – welcomed its 100,000th child.

For more information, visit tinkergarten.com.

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INSIDE COMMUNITY

WINE & CHOCOLATE TASTING On Saturday, November 3rd from 1:00-4:00pm there will be a Wine & Chocolate Tasting FUNdraiser at Courtyard by Marriott in Flower Mound. The event will be open house style with a variety of chocolates and wines available for tasting as well as purchase. A percentage of all proceeds will be used by Altrusa Int. of Dallas, Tx Inc. to fund community projects. Tickets are $35 and will include 1 glass of wine, plus endless appetizers and chocolate. Additional wine may be purchased with cash.

FLOWER MOUND PUMPKIN PATCH Jan Balekian is asking for the community’s help in order to keep the Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch around for years to come. Balekian is asking the community to vote to approve the sale of piece of her land to CVS so that she can afford to keep the autumn attraction up and running. The local patch has been around for 27 years and attracts more than 150,000 people a year.

EARLY VOTING Early voting runs from 8:00am Monday, October 22nd to 7:00pm on Friday, November 2nd at 22 different locations throughout Denton County, including the Highland Village City Hall and the Denton County Southwest Courthouse in the Canyon Falls neighborhood, as well as other nearby locations in Denton, Flower Mound, and Lewisville! Visit www.votedenton.com for more locations.

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TOM DUFFY MEMORIAL 5K Christian Community Action will have their second annual Tom Duffy Memorial 5K on Saturday, November 3 at Unity Park in Highland Village. The event will pay tribute to CCA's founder who passed away in 2017. Registration will open at 7 a.m. with a 1-mile fun run beginning at 7:45 a.m. and the 5K starting at 8 a.m. Awards will be presented at 9:15 a.m.

To register online go to www.ccahelps.org. For more information contact CCA at 972.219.4318.

INSIDE EDUCATION GUYER CHOIR CRAFT SHOW Come out and support Guyer High School Choir at their 12th Annual Guyer Choir Craft Show hosted by Guyer Choir Boosters on Saturday, November 10th from 9:00am-4:00pm. The event will be held at the high school and will include over 125 vendors, concessions, and entertainment throughout the day by local choir groups. So come out and get some holiday shopping done early!

Parking and admissions are FREE!

DISD & DATCU

The Denton Independent School District Board of School Trustees approved a 10-year, $1 million sponsorship agreement with DATCU. The $1 million has gone towards signage at athletic sporting facilities including a large video scoreboard for the football stadium. Audio/Video & Graphic Design students will create the content for the scoreboard and the revenue from scoreboard advertising will be put back into the district.

GUYER

EVENTS Guyer Football Vs Eaton Oct. 25 at 7pm

Wildcat Soccer Showcase 2018 Oct. 28 at 4:30pm at Guyer High Upstander Pep Rally Oct. 25 at 2pm at Guyer High Big shout out to their sponsors: Joey O’s, Marco’s Pizza, The Results Team, UBH, Bill Utter Ford, Krom Apparel and Corinth Orthodontics.

LANTANA SCHOOLS

GUYER ART ENTRY DEADLINE The National PTA Reflections program

encourages students of all ages and abilities to explore and be involved in the arts in an

educational way. This year’s theme is “Heroes Around Me” and All entries due to Guyer

Main Office by 4:00 PM Friday, November

2, 2018. Any Guyer student may participate but the student or at least one person from their primary household must be a current member of Guyer PTSA.

U-NITE WITH SCHOOLS Mark your calendars for Friday, November 9th for the annual UNITE festival for Adkins, Blanton, and EP Rayzor! Events include a fun run, food and family. Tickets are available on the Adkins PTA website for food, games and rides. There are also wrist band available for unlimited games! Support your local schools by donating your time or money online.

Adkins Elementary Mother Son Night Friday October 26th at 6:30pm Includes lazer tag, game truck, obstacle course. and food. Buy tickets online by Oct. 24 at adkinselementarypta.org Harpool Middle School Hairspray Jr. Performance Nov. 15th-17 at the Harpool Cafeteria.

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Ask The Expert: Dentistry

ADVICE for a

Healthy Dental Diet

A

s the old cliché goes, you are what you eat. And I believe it.

For instance, who doesn’t think

fruitcake eaters are slightly nutty, or honey lovers tend to be a bit sweet. And we

all know if you’re brave enough to try

roadkill, well, you’re probably dead meat.

Of course, I can’t take all the credit for the cheesy jokes (it’s probably the pizza), but I can offer some insight on how your diet can affect your oral health.

When you think about it, every bit of food and ounce of drink that goes into our

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body enters through our mouth. This

means your teeth and gums immediately withstand the effects of the type of food

you put in your body, and the food that is

and sugars for energy and growth and produce the bi-product of acid. This eventually can lead to tooth decay,

gingivitis, and periodontal disease.

To combat this bacterial growth, the first step is to limit sugars, carbohydrates,

coffee, wine, and certain teas and soups.

Then incorporate fruits and vegetables, which have a washing effect that can remove bacteria.

Of course, the very best way to

remove bacteria, lower acidity, and

prevent staining is to brush and floss after every meal.

good for your overall health tends to be

Certainly, food should always be taken in

Therefore, making healthy choices for

enjoyable as, well, a dental visit.

what is good for your oral health as well.

context, and when done so can be just as

your teeth and gums can help your overall

Happy eating and happy smiling!

health and vice versa.

There are over 600 types of oral

bacteria in our mouth and they all

thrive on both carbohydrates and acidic

environments. Bacteria use carbohydrates

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

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OTHERS

TO USE

for

by Steve Gamel

D

ebbie Sardone never imagined her cleaning company, Buckets & Bows Maid Service, would grow into a cleaning empire with national prominence and global impact. After all, she started it out of the trunk of her car with no long-term plan other than to create some supplemental income – hardly a blueprint for extraordinary success.

that same amount of time, Debbie has

recruited more than 1,200 maid services

nationwide to join the cause, resulting in more than 30,000 women being helped through the network.

But when you have a passion for what you

she launched a nonprofit 12 years ago

To date, that’s free house cleaning services

with and for – good things happen.

this nonprofit, Debbie and her team give

the last two years, Debbie’s Cleaning

undergoing treatment for any type of

World Wide Cleaning Association, where

do – and care about the people you do it “I’ve always been a firm believer that

entrepreneurs are leaders, and I believe leaders are influencers,” said Debbie,

who has been in business for more than 30 years and has become a mentor for businesses worldwide. “Now, you can

either influence just for your own gain, or

you can influence for the benefit of others.

I have found that if you influence to inspire and motivate others to do good, the good comes back to you.”

valued at more than $10,000,000. Within

the gift of free house cleaning to women

For A Reason has merged with ISSA, The

cancer. The goal is to give back a little

she serves on the board. She believes the

piece of the success

she’s garnered over the years and allow these

brave and strong women to focus on their health and treatment rather than worrying about cleaning their own home.

Debbie is a living representation of what she calls a “MAID For More” mindset. In

conjunction with her successful cleaning

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Since 2006, Buckets &

partnership will lead to

“Now, you can either influence just for your own gain, or you can influence for the benefit of others. I have found that if you influence to inspire and motivate others to do good, the good comes back to you.”

Bows and Cleaning For

doubling, maybe tripling the number of women they can serve each

year and expanding internationally.

For Debbie, having this one-of-a-kind network

of like-minded business owners should be what entrepreneurship is all

A Reason has provided free services for

about – regardless of what industry you’re

right here in Denton County. And in

The person who needed the service

more than 300 cancer-stricken families

in – because it’s a win-win for everyone.

469.610.2918

cover photo by Your Candid Memories (yourcandidmemories.com)

Interior photo courtesy of Diana Risell

www.bucketsandbows.com

wins and feels valued, the company

offering the service wins because they are creating goodwill toward others, and the

employees who put in the hard work feel a sense of pride for participating.

housecleaning available thanks to Debbie’s focus on quality and consistency.

Employees are trained using the Perfect Maintenance Cleaning™ method that she developed and use the company’s own

the trainer and trains the cleaner, making

it the only training program that addresses all three areas for residential cleaning

businesses. Not surprisingly, ‘Giving back’

is a notable part of the messaging Debbie

“My employees do a lot of hard work

high-end, green cleaning products that

gives about growing your business.

scrubbing, cleaning, and then driving to

she manufactures. And customers let her know that they love supporting a business

She’s also in the middle of writing her next

every single day. They are vacuuming, the next house to do it all over again,”

Sardone said. “But when they get to go into the home of a cancer patient and

that gives back to people right in their neighborhoods.

make a real difference, that’s the most

Debbie has worked tirelessly over the

some of my employees refuse a tip. They

message and importance of Cleaning For

rewarding experience of all. I’ve seen

years to not only spread the critical

leave in tears saying that it meant so much

A Reason with loyal clients of Buckets &

to them to be a part of it. They put their heart and soul into their job.”

Bows, but she also shares her knowledge with other business owners who could use

She added, “When you can give your

a mentor in a variety of areas, including

an incredible experience. More people

recently launched a comprehensive

workers added meaning to their job, it’s

using their business to give back. She

these days prefer to work for a company

cleaning business training system for

that gives back to the community.”

residential cleaning companies that

Debbie can’t imagine doing business any

has been nominated for ISSA’s 2018

& Bows, they get the most thorough

system train the owner, but it also trains

other way. When customers hire Buckets

Innovation Award. Not only does the

book, which is aptly titled, Maid For More.

“My philosophy is the more you give, the

more you receive,” Debbie said. “And the more I realized over time that I can use my business to help others, the more I

realized how rewarding it truly is to touch so many lives.”

Buckets & Bows Maid Service is available for weekly, bi-weekly and monthly

recurring service, move in/move out

cleanings, and other one-time cleanings such as after a party or for a holiday

gathering. And they now offer in-home

laundry service, too. They are the Best of Denton County Home Cleaning Service winner again this year and were voted

“Best Place To Work” in Lewisville in 2018.

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Foodie Friday DFW: Carvao Prime Brazilian Steak House

Carvao Prime

BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE

S

ince Carvao opened in the Fall of 2015, I’ve been a huge fan of this locally-owned Brazilian steakhouse

and have enjoyed many fabulous meals

with them, including our team’s Christmas Party this pas year in one of their private banquet rooms.

Owner, Paulo Novaes, is a long-time

resident of Flower Mound who is thrilled to be sharing recipes he’s worked on his whole life with the Flower Mound

community. Part of what makes Paulo’s

recipes so unique is his use of a charcoal

grill, which gives the food a different taste than most other Brazilian steakhouses.

(Fun Fact: ‘Carvao’ actually means ‘charcoal’ in Portuguese.)

As is typical with Brazilian steakhouses, restaurant patrons begin their meal at the salad bar which has over 60 hot &

cold items to choose from. Some of our favorites include the grilled pineapple, the cheese and cold cut selection, and

(most of all) their lobster bisque which is just simply incredible.

Once you’ve loaded up at the salad bar,

you head back to your table and flip your card to green which initiates the parade of incredibly-prepared and seasoned

If you’ve managed to save room for dessert (which we highly advise you do), some of our absolute favorites are their Cheesecake (which comes served flaming) and the Creme Brulee. I truly believe their Creme Brulee is the best in town. Paired with a cup of their smooth-roasted coffee, it’s the perfect end to a meal.

In addition to their main dining area, Carvao also has a fantastic bar where you can enjoy drinks before and/or after your meal. They also have a gorgeous wine room which features over 100 labels that you can choose to pair with your meal.

And they have a wonderful selection of after-dinner drinks as well.

And as I mentioned earlier, they also have two fantastic private dining areas which are great for your special events including holiday parties, rehearsal dinner, client events, happy hours, etc. There’s no cost to use the rooms and they can be set up however you need them - to include with tech equipment so you can project videos or presentations for your guests to view.

We’re grateful to have Paulo as a local restaurant owner as well as a friend. And we look forward to many delicious meals with them!

972.539.8555 CarvaoSteakhouse.com 2401 Lakeside Pkwy.

Flower Mound, TX 75022 (In Lakeside DFW)

meat selection. They offer 18 cuts of meat, including some that are (true to Paulo’s style) unique to Carvao. Our personal

favorites are the filet mignon, the ribeye, and their house speciality beef picanha with garlic. But there are so many

delicious selections, you could easily

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The Wonders Of A

L Re anta sid na en t

Child’s Perspective

by Dr. Rebecca Butler

T

his month I decided not to write about what you would usually expect to read from your local pediatrician. I am NOT going to share with you what is recommended in your child’s best interest by the medical community. I am not going to give health maintenance or dietary or disciplinary tips this time.

This month, I want to share one of my favorite readings. It is inspirational and real. It exemplifies what it is I love about being a pediatrician and resembles how blessed I am to have the opportunity to interact with all different kinds of children on a daily

basis. I myself have learned many life lessons from the honesty and resiliency of children. Through all of the truths and the pains, what we can take away from the innocence and unadulterated minds of children and apply to our lives is invaluable.

ENJOY and GIVE THANKS!

A Dog’s Purpose?

six-year-old Shane to observe

From a 6 year old Perspective

Shane might learn something from

Author: Unknown Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound

named Belker. The dog’s owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were

all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we

couldn’t do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia

procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa

told me they thought it would be good for Sponsored Content

about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.

the procedure. They felt as though

Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ‘’I know why.’’

the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker’s family

surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old

dog for the last time, that I

wondered if he understood

what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I’d never heard a Startled, we all more comforting explanation. turned to him.

It has changed the way I try What came out and live.

of his mouth next stunned me.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker’s transition without any difficulty or

confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker’s death, wondering aloud

He said, ‘’People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?’’ The sixyear-old continued, ‘’Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay as long.’’

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

NEW HOURS: Mon, Tues, Thurs: 7:30am-5pm Wed: 7:30am - 12:30pm • Fri: 7:30 - 4pm • Sat: 9am - 12pm

940.455.7200 www.LantanaPediatrics.com 74 McMakin Road, Ste. 100 • Bartonville, TX 76226

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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Medical Expert Article

Rethinking M A M M O G R A M S

by Susan Neuhalfen

M

ost women are told that starting an age 40, they need to start scheduling annual

mammograms.

However, many different medical entities now disagree not only on when women should start scheduling mammograms but how often they

mammograms over a woman’s lifetime as we are. Here are some of the latest recommendations:

Mammograms are low frequency x-rays of the breasts used for diagnosis and screening.

should have one.

The U.S. Preventative

Services Task Force recommends that mammography screening for most women start at age 50 rather than 40, and that the frequency be every two years (instead of annually) through the age of 74.

Mammograms are low frequency x-rays of the breasts used for diagnosis and screening. They are responsible for the early detection of breast cancer in many women and have saved countless lives.

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•

American College of Physicians also recommended raising the age to 50

•

45 – 54, and continue to undergo mammography every other year after that.

Now a new debate has been fueled that argues that for every death prevented, there are three to four women “overdiagnosed”. That means that the

mammogram pinpointed a suspicious

area that required extra tests or a biopsy, but turned out not to be cancer. Good,

right? Well…according to the study, this causes the patient stress and anxiety

as well as additional medical costs. The “false positives” as they are called, can,

in some cases, do more harm than good according to these folks.

American Cancer society

Let’s check the facts.

recommends women start

In a research study published in the

mammography at 45, that they undergo annual mammograms from

journal Cancer in 2017, three different groups of women were assessed:

• Group 1 – participants had a mammogram every year from age 40 to age 84 • Group 2 – participants had a mammogram every year from age 45 to age 54, then mammograms every other year from age 55 to age 79 • Group 3 – had a mammogram every other year from age 50 to age 74 Here is what the study found: • Group 1 - annual screening reduced mortality by 39.6%

• Group 2 - scheduled screenings reduced mortality by 30.8%

• Group 3 - scheduled screenings reduced mortality by 23.2%

• For those wondering about the false positives, although there a larger

number of mammograms conducted

from Group 1 to Group 3, the number of false positives for each group hovered roughly around 8%.

If the goal is to prevent the most

deaths from breast cancer, the annual

mammogram starting at age 40 is the best

If the goal is to prevent the most deaths from breast cancer, the annual mammogram starting at age 40 is the best bet for all women...

bet for all women according to this

study. Here are some

• Know your family history – have a talk with your family about medical conditions. If other members of your family have had breast cancer, you, too are at greater risk.

• Keep a healthy lifestyle – obesity, smoking, excessive alcohol use (1-2 drinks/ day), and an unhealthy diet (refined foods, meats, saturated fats, sugars) all contribute to breast cancer.

• Perform breast self-exams in the shower.

• Keep to your regular OB/GYN exams as well as scheduled mammograms.

other things that are

The best thing to do is to consult your

breast cancer:

believes is the best path forward.

important to prevent

doctor about your risks and what he or she

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Ask The Expert: Home Design

Why You Need To

PARTNER with a

Residential Designer

W

e meet with homeowners all the time at the ML Group, and one thing we hear the most is they really want something different. They no longer want a house that looks the same as the one next door, and in some cases, they don’t feel like it speaks to their style anymore.

Maybe you’re thinking the same thing: You bought your house 12 or 13 years ago, and you love it. But over the last eight years, you’ve noticed its lack of functionality and curb appeal – your master closet is narrow, there’s not enough room to entertain, and there’s too much space being taken up in the hallway that could have been used to give yourself a bigger laundry room or patio.

Being the residential architects and designers we are, solving these pain points with a custom home is right up our ally. Here are 4 reasons why you need to partner with a residential designer: 1. You get what you want and need: Because you have your own designer, the entire experience is customizable.

You have control, everything is crafted around your budget, and you’re not locked into one particular style.

Go crazy and create your own style from scratch!

2. Having a designer melts the stress away: A residential designer’s priority is YOU. At the ML Group, we get to know our clients, and we take the time 40 | LANTANA LIVING

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to listen to their dreams and ideas.

That takes stress off your plate in a process that might have felt a little overwhelming at first.

3. Your designer knows their stuff:

If you’re taking the plunge into the custom building world, you need someone in your corner who is

knowledgeable. For example, I’ve

owned a home building company in the past. I know what’s realistic, how far to push the envelope, and how and where to keep costs low.

4. Residential designers are problemsolvers: Many clients have an idea of what they want, but they don’t know how to materialize that or put it into

words other than the 40 or 50 pictures they found on Pinterest. The ML

Group can put that puzzle together for you.

Having an experienced designer in your corner is the most valuable asset in your quest to design the perfect home – one that we promise will be unique to your style and way of living, call us today.

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

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by Susan Neuhalfen

I

t started as a hobby. Really, it began as a decorating idea for her daughter’s room.

Taylor Stoker put together a chalkboard sign with creative designs to put next to her daughter’s crib. Then she started experimenting with various boards, markers, and designs until friends and neighbors started asking her to design signs for their homes as well.

designs were her favorite, she named her

“I tried looking online and then wanted to hire someone to make the sign at first, but I couldn’t find anyone who did them,” said Stoker who studied art but dropped out to start her own business. “I just decided to do it myself and then I started experimenting and perfecting the craft.”

decided to start a tech business with a

After finishing a piece to accommodate her daughter’s 5-month picture, she started getting orders from friends, neighbors, and other moms. Because her daughter’s space-themed board with astronauts, stars, spaceships, and neon

and even created one recently for a golf-

company Space Walk Chalk.

“I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting to find the best markers, the best boards,

and designs,” said Stoker. “It wasn’t my

original idea to make it a business, but it developed into one.”

In fact, Stoker minored in art when she new idea for an app. Even though it didn’t work out in the end, she learned how to

structure a company, raise capital, and she even met her husband.

In addition to signs for kids, Stoker has

been designing boards with family names themed party. Her designs can be seen on Instagram and Reddit.

Taylor Stoker: Space Walk Chalk 214-931-8548

LANTANA HAS GONE

TO THE DOGS

I

s your dog the cutest? Does your dog do tricks? Sign up for the Second-Annual Lantana Dog Show. Hosted by the Lantana Ladies League, the show will benefit Humane Tomorrow—presenting dogs available to adopt on site!

For $5 per category, you may enter in any of the following categories or all:

For more information on Lantana Ladies

Cutest | Best Pet Trick | Best Costume

or to the Lantana Ladies League

Judges will award a prize for all categories and a prize for Best in Show! Join us, and don’t forget to bring water for your dog!

October 27, 2018 North Community Center 11555 Lantana Trail, Lantana TX Registration: 9:30 a.m.

Show Time: 10:30 a.m.

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League, go to lantanaladiesleague.com Facebook page.

Lantana residency is not required.

Contest Rules: Must be on time to participate. Only friendly dogs allowed.

Must be present to win when winners are announced.

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SEE YOU AT THE POLE O

n Wednesday, September 26th, Blanton Elementary teachers

and students (as well as their parents)

attended See You At The Pole. For over

25 years, See You At The Pole has been about one simple act – prayer. It is an

rate at Blanton Elementary, they decided to implement the event into their schools as well.

“It was really cool that they caught on, and

generation – students all over the globe

involved in the future,” said Lisa.

of their school in the early morning to worship before school starts.

This year marked Blanton Elementary’s

second year participating in this event. A

group of moms who are apart of the PTA made it happen.

hopefully we can get more of the district While it is a mom organized event,

See You At The Pole is a student-led

and student-initiated event. According to the SYATP website, strong student

leadership is crucial, and can make or

break the event. It is important for adults to step back and allow the students to

“Last year, my friend’s church gave us a

grow and learn in their faith by leading.

Walker, one of the moms at Blanton

Community Fellowship Church, led the

challenge, and we accepted,” said Lisa

Local pastor, Cal Callendar, of Lantana

Elementary. “After so many tragedies last

group in a few prayers.

year, we felt we needed to implement prayer and good vibes.”

Because last year’s event was

so successful, they decided to

continue the event for another year and hopefully for years to come.

“It was a really good

outcome this year, and

this year was so different

and emotional because this time around, the

kids got it – they

understood what they

were there for and they

actually prayed – even the little ones,” Lisa said.

See You At The Pole surprisingly didn’t begin very long ago. In 1990, a small youth group followed God’s leading

to pray for their schools. On the SYATP website, it states, “God does not want

prayer to end at this one-day event, but

to be used as a springboard for students to unite together to bless and pray for their school.

“You know,” Lisa said, thinking back

to the event. “One of my friends said it perfectly: ‘Schools may have taken

God out of them, but He will always live

within our hearts,’ and to see that passed down to our children just makes it that much more special.”

photo courtesy of Candice Berry

gather around their flagpole in front

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Denton ISD heard about the success

annual event committed to the global unity in Christ and prayer for each

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When a couple of the schools in

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

towards a shredded mulch vs. bark or large cut. It will hold the best, not

And Here Comes That

OCTOBER AIR...

O

ctober is one of the most critical months when it comes to the exterior and landscape maintenance around your home. Here are a few things to contract out or add to your “To-do” list over the next few weeks:

EXTERIOR: •

•

Ensure Windows and doors

are properly sealed. Restricting

unwanted airflow will keep things

comfortable inside and help reduce any unwanted guests.

•

LANDSCAPES: •

All exposed wood surfaces are

painted or sealed to ensure as the

cold weather and rain moves in and out, things are protected and less effected by weather.

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Check out your roof to make sure no shingles have come off during our last round of summer storms and that the gutters are clean and free of debris.

•

Cutback and prune this year’s growth.

This will not only help to keep your beds organized but also promote new growth come spring.

Remove, cultivate, fertilize and add new 2” layer of mulch. We lean

float, and as it breaks down to offer a great weed / moisture barrier •

Oct. thru Dec. is a great time to plant larger shrubs and trees. Allowing them to start rooting over the winter months will make the heat of summer a lot less hazardous to their health.

•

Go ahead as things cool off and cut back on the irrigation. Watering a couple of times a week and ensuring your rain sensor is operating effectively should be sufficient and help your monthly spending.

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Family Fun on Par

by Susan Neuhalfen

B

etween extra-curricular activities and electronics, spending quality time as a

family becomes more challenging.

Have you ever thought about taking up golf

SPEND UPWARDS

– as a family?

OF FOUR HOURS

The Lantana Golf Club has come up solutions for families to spend quality

also host the PGA Tour qualifying school.

the first place. Many business deals are

accommodating every kind of golfer at

reason that most people take up golf in brokered on a golf course because the

action is not constant. You can play and talk all the while taking in the beautiful scenery and fresh air.

TALKING WHILE

The most overlooked part of golf,

EXERCISE

family time. It started as a man’s sport,

WE GET SOME

with several great

The social aspect is probably the biggest

time together while getting

however, is the aspect of spending

then a businessman’s sport, and now it’s breached the gap between the sexes

They have events that run year round, every kind of skill level.

Ready to get started? With or without the family,

McClinton

YOUR FIRST STOP,

taking a few

IS TO GET LESSONS

suggests that lessons

IF YOU’VE NEVER PLAYED,

is a great way to start.

and taken on a more social aspect,

“Your first stop, if you’ve never played,

missing though, is that this is a great way

instructor can give you general etiquette

phones, without distractions – and it's

McClinton said that there are instructors

exercise and much-needed sunshine.

with many couples playing. What we’re

is to get lessons,” said McClinton. “The

“I love watching my daughter play

to get your whole family together without

tips and take away the intimidation factor.”

volleyball, but when I’m there, I’m a spectator,” said Scott McClinton, PGA Head Golf Professional at Lantana Golf Club. “When we golf together we can spend upwards of four hours talking while we get some exercise.”

Golf is one of the few low impact sports that McClinton refers to as a “lifetime sport.” In other words, golf knows no age limits. Parents, grandparents, and even young children may

LIFETIME

SPORT

play at certain levels.

Also, because of the handicap system, it’s easy to play against other players who are at

different ability levels. That makes playing with family, friends, and co-workers easy and less stressful.

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OUTSIDE. Someplace we don’t see often

enough these days.

McClinton said

that golf clubs like

Lantana host many

that specialize for women, juniors, older

SPENT MORE

TIME WITH THEIR FAMILY

events on all levels

to accommodate families and individuals.

For example, at Lantana Golf Club

there are events for juniors, couples,

and families from a par 3 competition

golfers, first-time golfers, and more. Plus, once the instructors have seen you play, they can suggest events as well as other golfers to play at your skill level.

McClinton said he loves playing one on one with his kids, his wife, or with

the whole family. It can be a lot of fun and makes for great memories.

to a couples’ date night on Fridays that

“Everyone looks

at the club. One of McClinton’s favorite

and wishes they’d

where they use golf balls that glow, which

with their family,”

more experienced crowd, they have a

“Golf is a great way

includes nine holes of golf and dinner

back on their life

events is the nighttime glow tournament

spent more time

is fun for kids and adults alike. For the

said McClinton.

club championship every year, and they

to do that.

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I

magine it’s 4 a.m., and you need a quick ride to the airport for an emergency business trip. You can try your luck with the randomness of a traditional cab or that new private car service app on your smartphone, or you can call RushTrips.

known for its reliable and prompt transportation, quality vehicles, 24-hour customer service, and ability to handle any request with a no-hassles approach.

“The area we live in really needs us,” owner Brad Zane said. “The truth is, there’s no guarantee when you wake up early in the morning that one of these [other car services] apps are going to have a car available in your area. You’re dealing with a lot of questions – Will the car be there?

Will the driver be any good? Will the car be clean? It’s a personal thing with us. Our cars are clean, upscale, and comfortable, our drivers live in the area, and we’re always there.”

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RushTrips drivers follow traffic

patterns and weather in real time to

plan the most reliable route in advance so that you’ll never be late or feel

rushed. They offer competitive rates as well as free quotes and booking

online; this includes the ability to book a trip up to 12 hours in advance.

Whether it’s a one-way trip to the airport, a night out with friends for a sporting event,

or you need to get somewhere local in the middle of the day, RushTrips is the only call you need to make.

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photos courtesy of Brad Zane

RushTrips is a locally-owned pre-arranged private car service proudly serving Lantana, Flower Mound, Highland Village, Southern Denton County and the rest of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In a very short period of time, RushTrips has grown from

one vehicle to 23 while becoming

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Ask The Expert: Makeover of the Month

TAMMY T So happy birthday, Tammy!

Makeup by Dixie Dean Dixie evened out her skin tone and gave her a darker brow to go with her new darker red hair for fall. She kept the eyes neutral and gave her a lighter berry lip color to compliment her freshly scarlet colored locks.

Facial by Pauletta Collins

Photography by Caroline Simpson

ammy was nominated by her daughter Haley. Tammy’s birthday is in November and Haley can’t

remember a time when her mom did something special for herself.

BEFORE

Hair by Cindy Ogle, Stylist Cindy cleaned up the ends and extended sections to give Tammy long flowing layers. She framed her hair around the face and overextended side swoop bangs.

Pauletta gave Tammy a deep cleansing

facial and then used Glo Skin anti-aging

Makeover and clothes provided by

products and tinted her eyebrows.

Hair Removal by Lauren Reeves

Lauren did a full-face wax which included eyebrows, lip, chin, nose, cheeks, sideburns and neck.

Hair Color by Taylor Compton

AFTER

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Taylor changed her pale strawberry hair color to a rich red violet.

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Thanksgiving ON A BUDGET

by Steve Gamel

COOK FROM SCRATCH INSTEAD OF BUYING PREPACKAGED If you are making a salad, a bag of salad costs $2.50 per bag, and it barely feeds three people. If you buy a stalk of romaine lettuce for .99-$1.99, you can feed at least six people. You pay for convenience. Now that's not always the case for every food, but you get the point. Compare prices to see if it's more cost effective to make a dish from scratch.

SAVE ON DRINKS BY MAKING DINNER BYOB

E

veryone naturally thinks big, big, big when it comes to Thanksgiving. After

all, they don’t call it “a feast” for nothing, right? But when you’re on a budget, finding ways to trim the fat without sacrificing all the things that make

Turkey Day great for the entire family can get complicated.

To help eliminate those concerns, here are 10 tips to do Thanksgiving on a budget.

MAKE A PLAN Start by listing out all the things you know you’ll need for the big day and then add

MAKE IT A POTLUCK

Everyone loves to partake in a few alcoholic beverages during the holidays.

If you’re planning on having a big crowd, make it a BYOB event. If you don’t want to go that far, at least consider limiting how much alcohol you buy. If your guests want more, they can go buy more – most people are not going to complain.

If your budget is razor thin this year,

REPURPOSE OLDER DECORATIONS

in the name of ensuring everyone has a

This isn’t just for decorations but also anything you might have buried in the cabinets or in a hall closet that you could repurpose. See what you can make with what you’ve already got lying around. You’d be surprised what you still have, and doing so will help keep yourself under budget.

budget, you’ll know right away what

you need to eliminate or cut down on.

consider asking guests to do their part

glorious FEAST. There’s no greater feeling than being able to delegate, and at this time of the year, most people are more

than happy to contribute by bringing their favorite dish or dessert. The less you have to make, the better.

SHOP SMART

in what you might need. Remember,

The local grocery stores are bound to

about Turkey Day itself; if you have

the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving celebrations aren’t just family coming into town, you’ll need to

prep for several days – possibly an entire week. That includes the food, alcohol,

decorations, entertainment, extra supplies for sleeping arrangements, etc. Set a

tentative plan for how you’d like to see

the week go, and prepare accordingly.

have deals here and there, especially in Check online, get a rewards card, check the newspaper and your mailbox for

coupons, and even sign up for emails.

Along with this, while fresh foods sound

better, they can also be more expensive.

Things like cranberry sauce or pumpkin

pie filling can be bought in a can. Shhhhh – we won’t tell on you.

SET A BUDGET AND STICK TO IT

TAKE STOCK OF YOUR GUEST LIST

Sit down with your significant other weeks

There’s a tendency to go overboard with

ahead of time and put a specific budget

together. Once you do that, start assigning costs to whatever items you need to

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Thanksgiving, so be mindful of your guest

list. There’s no need to buy enough food to feed 20 people if it’s only going to be your

family of three and grandma and grandpa.

PRIORITIZE THE SIDE DISHES Pick the sides you think would be best and stick to two or three of those rather than five or six. This really comes into play when you know you won’t be entertaining a large crowd.

GO BASIC WITH ENTERTAINMENT Think in terms of what we’ve already taught you about potluck and BYOB. There’s always football or great old-school holiday movies to watch on television, and almost everyone has board games lying around. There’s no need to go out and buy anything fancy – just use your surroundings.

What tips do you have to make Thanksgiving more budget-friendly? Share them with us on our Facebook page.

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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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Ask The Expert: Organization

5

Fall Garage

ORGANIZING

TIPS

F

already park your car in the garage,

all has arrived! By now, everyone has started dragging out the fall decorations and are planting

it’s nice not to trip on anything as you head into the house. Adding

chrysanthemums in the garden while still

wall-mounted hooks, pegboards

enjoying some Friday night lights.

I bet organizing the garage is not on your list of fun fall activities. Even

so, this is the perfect time to get it done. The weather is

beginning to cool down, so we won’t roast while we do outdoor chores. It’s time to

roll up those sleeves and start

and shelving can be a quick fix.

•

garage into shape:

Only keep what you use.

Decluttering is going to make the

biggest impact on your garage space.

Get rid of anything that is broken or no longer useful to you. Consider selling or donating any items that have duplicates.

Get as much off the floor as

possible. Especially, if you plan on

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options, keep in mind that plastic storage bins hold

up better against moisture

and mildew than cardboard

boxes. Some plastic bins are designed to interlock when

stacking, making them more

stable than cardboard and less likely

Here are a few tips to help you whip your

•

When looking for storage

Treat your garage like it’s part of your house.

Because it is!

decluttering the garage.

•

Choose sturdy storage bins.

to get crushed.

•

Label everything. Labeling is always important. It helps you find what

you are looking for and reminds you where to put things when you are done using them. You can simply

•

Create zones. Always group likeitems together and keep those items in their designated zones. Again, this will help you quickly find what you are looking for and remind you where things belong when you are done using them. An example is to use blue or green painter’s tape to outline “parking spots” for bicycles, scooters, and even the lawn mower. Park those bulky items where they belong and out of the way.

A good rule of thumb is to declutter and organize the garage at the change of every season. This means that at least four times a year your garage will be getting some much needed TLC. On a weekly basis, sweep the floors and do some spot cleaning just like you would do for the rest of your home. Treat your garage like it’s part of your house. Because it is!

write labels on masking tape, use

printer labels, or get a fancy label

maker machine. It doesn’t matter how you label, just make sure you do it.

Labeling will make life easier.

I promise!

by Crystal Nerpel Cloud Nine Organizing Cloudnineorganizing.com

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The Guyer Band

To The

photos courtesy of The Guyer Band

PUSHING NEXT

LEVEL

by Lindsay Mears

M

ost kids in high school want to be a part of something that can help them advance, meet new people,

and come out of their shells. If you’re

currently a student at Guyer High School

or will be one day, and you have a love for music, the band is perfect for just that.

With the fall season in full swing, the band has been working hard to put together its marching show.

variety of classes including marching

November,” says Amy. “In the midst of our

winterguard, drumline, chamber

group is working hard to put together a

band, concert bands, colorguard,

ensembles, solo performances, pep

bands, and full orchestra. The students

are divided into ability-based ensembles for class – these include two percussion classes, a colorguard class, four bands,

a jazz band, and AP music theory, which

meet throughout the day. That’s

a lot of talent in one school!

This is one show you won’t want to miss!

This talent has pushed

the program to the next

“The show will be

level. In September,

performed at all

their wind ensemble

varsity football

(which is the Varsity

games at halftime,

Concert Ensemble)

as well as four or five

was named a National

Marching Contests in

Winner in the 2018

the area. This includes

Foundation for Music

UIL Marching,” says Amy

Woody, the band director.

“Because we are such a big group, we

have the opportunity every other year to

advance to the UIL State Marching Contest in November.”

The Guyer High School Band is a Class

6A program with around 160 members.

Education Mark of Excellence.

On top of that, they were invited

to attend and perform at the Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington on November 17th.

“We are very excited for this opportunity!” says Amy.

When the students aren’t marching in a

“Our marching competition season

based on skill and age. There’s a wide

goes all the way through the end of

show, they are placed in different classes

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kicked off at the end of September and

marching band season, our Varsity concert challenging concert program that will be

45 minutes long to perform in Seattle. We will have a send-off concert on Monday, November 12th at Guyer High School.”

Believe it or not, the Guyer High School Band is more than a group of kids that

play instruments and perform in shows.

Not only are the students preparing for a possible future in music, but they are

learning many non-musical skills, as well.

These skills include time management, conflict resolution, goal setting, public

speaking, self-discipline, self-awareness,

performance art, as well as many more to help them on their desired path.

According to Amy, most of the

students start their band career in

middle school. Amy states that it is

very rare to have a student pick up an

instrument in high school because of the level of difficulty it can have later in life, but it is not impossible!

If you’d like to be a part of the band,

or watch one (or two or three) of their shows, and would like to know more

about them, please visit their website at www.guyerband.org.