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Considering A Chemical Peel?

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Table of

Contents

Beauty, Health

and Wellness ISSUE Look For the Icon

articles 06 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks Real Estate 08 Guyer Ready to Take on New District Slate 10 Considering A Chemical Peel?

12 Inside Community and Education On The Cover Is Studio 360 Med Spa Team

Featured Article

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Redefining What A Med Spa Should Be

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19 Lantana Couple Funds Blanton Bike-Riding Program 20 Deals and Steals 25 The Dental & Medical Connection

23 Gardening with Complete Solutions

29 Best Prevention To Virus Spread

39 Legal Advice with Balmos Law

Wellness.

26 Focus.

Results.

16 Green Crafts: Homemade Easter Decorations

Ask the experts

37 Fitness with Jesse James Fit

Editor’s Pick

15 Coronavirus

34 Maximizing the Quality of Education 42 How To Choose A Med Spa 46 Second Change at Life

44 Organizing with Crystal Nerpel

53 Lantana Jr. Cotillion

50 Edit This with Steve Gamel

54 Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

57 Travel with Terri Guthrie

58 More Reasons Why Census Is Important

Business Spotlights

60 For the Perfect Blow Dry

41 Creating Beautiful Smiles

62 Lantana Who Do I Call?

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Foodie Friday DFW: Grapes to Wine

Grapes

TO WINE S

When you walk into Grapes to Wine

own living room, as well as a new, large

it feels like you’re walking into the wine-

enjoy their wine on a beautiful Texas

does know your name. We were even

also enjoy live music - largely with a

Tuesday that everyone has their “assigned

Contrary to popular belief, you do not

located in the Bartonville Town Center,

covered patio which is a great place to

bar version of Cheers. Everyone seriously

day. A couple times a week, you can

told by a group who meets there every

70s/80s/90s vibe.

seat” at the bar. And watching Dan interact with all of them was so much fun. Their motto is “Enter as strangers, leave as

friends,” and we absolutely felt that while we were there with them.

have to be a member of Grapes to Wine

to visit! While it does earn you discounts if

you choose to become a member, anyone is welcome at Grapes to Wine! (Even Diet Coke drinkers!)

In addition to the bar, Grapes to Wine also

So, let’s talk about their wine selection,

like you’re enjoying a glass of wine in your

selection of over 250 wines that will satisfy

has a large dining area where you’ll feel

shall we? Their Wine Wall has a unique

novices and wine experts alike. If you’re not sure where to start, Dan is happy to

help you find a wine that will meet your personal taste.

They also have several wines on tap,

which are great to try for $7 during their

Happy Hour which is every weekday from 4:00-6:00pm.

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ure, you might find it comical that this month I’m reviewing a wine bar considering Diet Coke is my beverage of choice, but we know what an integral part Grapes to Wine owners, Dan and Hazel Adams, are to our community, so we knew we had to tell their story!

With every glass of wine, there should also be a perfectly curated dish of food to go along with it! Since this is Foodie Friday DFW, let’s talk about some of their food. Their Cheese and Charcuterie Board is filled with some beautifully-unique cheese selections.

Or you can try one of their signature sandwiches or flatbreads like the “Dan Special” Chicken Salad Sandwich or the California Flatbread.

We love this neighborhood wine bar because we know they value the idea of “community” as much as we do. So, if you’ve never been in to visit Dan and Hazel at Grapes to Wine, we suggest you get yourself over there soon!

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Guyer ready to take on

new district slate

by Steve Gamel

T

he Guyer football team is used to being placed in a tough district lineup every year. That won’t change next season, though there is the added incentive of exacting revenge on a few opponents of the past.

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Head coach John Walsh and company learned they would join a revamped District 5-6A lineup that includes the likes of Denton Braswell, Allen, Prosper, McKinney, McKinney Boyd, and Little Elm. The news was released during the University Interscholastic League’s biennial reclassification and realignment day on February 3.

The new district lineup is for the 2020-22 school years and is for all sports at Guyer – not just football.

There are several positives with this new lineup. For starters, it’s a chance to play fellow Denton ISD school, Braswell, for the first time. Braswell makes the jump from 5A after making the playoffs last year for the first time in program history. Guyer will also get its hands on Allen. The Wildcats have never beaten the Eagles, but already planned to play them in nondistrict had the two not ended up in the same district.

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Another coup is that should the Wildcats make the playoffs, they will certainly be battled tested. This is important as Walsh lost 16 starters to graduation, including star running back Kaedric Cobbs and wide receiver Seth Meador.

Eli Stowers returns at quarterback but won’t start the season as he’s still recovering from a knee injury in last year’s state title game loss to Austin Westlake.

creating a rivalry,” Walsh said of Braswell to the DRC. “Cody [Moore] has done a great job out there. The good news is we are going to play in four of the nicest stadiums in the state. They’re all good venues, including ours.”

Walsh told the Denton Record-Chronicle that he is extremely excited about the team’s entire schedule. Not only will they face Braswell, but the Wildcats will also face longtime

Walsh always feels his teams are prepared for tough sledding, and this year won’t be any different. Since 2010, Guyer has competed in four titles games while winning two. They’ve flip-flopped classes regularly during that stretch, and Walsh has made it a point to schedule the best teams possible in nondistrict.

“We’re excited to be back playing someone from Denton ISD and maybe

Along with Ryan, this year’s nondistrict schedule includes Hebron, Mansfield Lake Ridge, and Atascocita.

“We’re excited to be back playing someone from Denton ISD and maybe creating a rivalry...”

rival Ryan in Week 2.

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Beauty, Health and Wellness Article

Considering A

Chemical Peel?

Read This First!

by Contributing Writer

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ntentionally harming already damaged skin might seem illogical, but that’s exactly what a chemical peel does. The intent is to inflict just enough harm to trigger the body’s regenerative healing process. As damaged epidermal cells slough off, healthier, smoother skin takes their place.

Which Skin Conditions Can a Chemical Peel Treat?

Chemical peels are most commonly used

PHENOL

keratoses - scaly, precancerous spots

damage or aging. The chemically-treated

pigmentation, dark spots and actinic

to an area of skin affected by acne, sun

caused by sun exposure.

outer layers of skin are removed, and in

and bears the brunt of exposure to the outside world. Friction,

ultraviolet radiation, wind, dry

air and pollution accelerate skin damage, while acne can leave unsightly scarring in its wake.

Skin sheds constantly - in

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exploit this process of epidermal turnover by causing intentional, localized damage

Your skin is your body’s largest organ

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skin has renewed itself. Chemical peels

to treat sun damage, acne, uneven skin

How Does a Chemical Peel Work?

TRICHLOROACETIC ACID

month, your body’s entire outer layer of

fact, approximately 1,000,000

epidermal cells slough off every

day, and in a bit more than one

their place, healthy new skin cells appear.

Types of Chemical Peels The most commonly used substance is glycolic acid. Derived from sugarcane, it belongs to a class of acids called

“fruit acids.” Glycolic acid is a relatively mild substance, which targets the

superficial layers of the skin. Several

applications may be required to achieve the desired outcome, and this type of

peel may be insufficient for more severe dermatological problems.

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Unlike glycolic acid, phenol peels work their way deep into the skin, and are so strong that a treatment takes only thirty minutes. Phenol generally yields excellent results - but the recovery time is long, peaking at one to two weeks after treatment and taking up to three months before the skin no longer appears damaged.

Trichloroacetic acid peels occupy a middle ground - neither as mild as glycolic acid nor as powerful as phenol. Trichloroacetic acid may be more effective than glycolic acid at reducing the appearance of fine lines, and the recovery time tends to be shorter than that of a phenolic peel.

Possible Side Effects Chemical peels can be highly effective but are not without potential risks. Applying caustic acid to the skin leaves the treated area tender, red and sore. Some patients may experience infection or scarring.

Side effects are most pronounced after a phenol peel - at worst, the skin may ooze before scabbing over and progressing to a stage of healing which resembles sunburn. There is also the risk of permanent hypopigmentation a distinct lightening of the skin.

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No Pain, No Gain Do the benefits of chemical peels smoother, finer, younger looking skin, fewer fine lines and a reduction in sun damage, dark spots or acne scars outweigh the potential side effects?

Ultimately, that’s a question you have to answer for yourself.

Chemical peels are a unique way to undo the visible signs of aging and environmental exposure. They aren’t without risk, but they often succeed where other treatments do not.

To ensure that a glycolic acid, phenol or trichloroacetic acid peel is right for you, always get evaluated and treated by a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist. They can tell you if your blemishes are serious or benign, if a chemical peel is a suitable procedure for your skin type and apply the peel at the correct strength and appropriate frequency.

GLYCOLIC ACID

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Inside Community LANTANA COMMUNITY EGG HUNT Sun., March 29 | 2-5pm Harpool Middle School 9601 Stacee Ln. • Lantana, TX 76226 The Shimala Group is hosting their 4th annual community event featuring the Easter Bunny and a huge egg hunt! Enjoy live music, Kona Ice, Texas Ice Cream, G’s Brunch Truck, and tons of local vendors.

Bring your friends and family and come find the golden egg! photo courtesy of Heather Shimala

RAISING MONEY FOR KYLE’S PLACE On February 21st, the Lantana Ladies League hosted the Royale Carnival Casino Night, raising $9,000 for Kyle’s Place. The Ladies are grateful to all of the sponsors and guests for making Casino Night a recordbreaking fundraiser! photo courtesy of Kristine Hallingstad)

Inside Education

ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE

Liberty Christian School cheerleaders are Super Varsity Division II Game Day Champions, bringing home their first national title! The girls competed in Orlando, Florida on February 7 at the Universal Cheerleaders Association National Championship. Congratulations on this historic win!

Students from Liberty Christian collected and donated 1,554 pounds of food to the Denton Community Food Center. This equals 1,295 meals! They also donated $1,500 to the center that can be used to purchase more than $10,500 worth of food! Incredible!

photo courtesy of Vivian Nichols

photo courtesy of Vivian Nichols

FIRST NATIONAL TITLE

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EASTER APPRECIATION EVENT Sat., March 28 | 2-4pm | The McManis Agency 3600 FM 407 E ,Ste. 120 • Lantana, TX 76226 As a community appreciation event, The McManis Agency invites you to an afternoon of Easter fun! There will be pictures with the Easter Bunny, local popup shops, door prizes, and giveaways. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

LOCAL AUTHOR MEET & GREET Wed., April 15 | 4pm | Flower Mound High School Library 3030 Broadmoor Ln. • Flower Mound, TX 75022 Sandra Rhoads is celebrating her debut novel with a meet and greet. Please join her for snacks, drinks, door prizes, and an author signing. Her novel, Mortal Sight is first of many book releases for this incredible author. In partnership with the Flower Mound High School Library, this event is free and open to the public.

WILDCAT CRAFT FAIR Sat., April 11 | 9am-4pm Guyer High School 7501 Teasley Ln. • Denton, TX 76210

VENDOR FAIR AND TRAINING DAY Sat., April 25 | 8am-12pm | Denton Community Council of PTAs 1307 N Locust St. • Denton, TX 76201 A fun event for PTA members, booster clubs, and organizations, hosted by the Denton Community Council of PTAs! Before you start working on next school year’s events, come talk to local vendors about fundraising, merchandise, school supplies, and more. If you were elected to a new position, there will be positional training as well.

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Guyer High School’s Wildcat Band is hosting their 4th Annual Craft Fair.

Featuring all of your favorites: local vendors with gift items, homemade crafts, home décor, jewelry, clothing, woodworking, and more. Come support the band as all funds raised will be used for equipment, uniforms, and scholarships! photo courtesy of Oscar Ban

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Coronavirus

by Dr. Rebecca Butler (Lantana Resident), Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics

H

ealth officials continue to monitor the outbreak of coronavirus disease COVID-19, but “the risk for all Texans remains low,” says the Department of State Health Services (DSHS).

While this is good news for us at this time, there is no way to predict at this time exactly how far this virus will spread and within what time frame. Talk of a vaccine has been rumored and scientists are in fact working on a vaccine to prevent the spread of this virus and decrease mortality rates.

What you need to know about the coronavirus and how it spreads: Symptoms:

How COVID-19 Spreads:

For confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases, reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death. Symptoms can include:

Current understanding about how the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) spreads is largely based on what is known about similar coronaviruses.

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Fever

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Cough

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Shortness of breath

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person, who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet), via respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

CDC believes at this time that symptoms of COVID-19 may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure.

This is based on what has been seen previously as the incubation period of MERS-CoV viruses.

These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

How efficiently does the virus spread?

How easily a virus spreads from personto-person can vary. Some viruses are highly contagious (like measles), while other viruses are less so. Another factor

is whether the spread continues over multiple generations of people (if spread is sustained). The virus that causes COVID-19 seems to be spreading easily and sustainably in Hubei province and other parts of China. In the United States, spread from person-to-person has occurred only among a few close contacts and has not spread any further to date.

There is still more to be learned COVID-19 is an emerging disease and there is more to learn about its transmissibility, severity, and other features and what will happen in the United States.

New information will further inform the risk assessment.

The latest updates on COVID-19 is on the CDC website, along with publishing a Hospital Preparedness Assessment Tool to help prepare for the possible arrival of patients with COVID-19.

If you have any questions or concerns or recent travel to endemic areas, please contact your healthcare provider for information and guidance.

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Green Crafts:

Homemade Easter Decorations

by Contributing Writer

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aster is a fun holiday that is great for craft enthusiasts; it is also the perfect craft season for using green and recyclable items when being creative. This Easter try making homemade decorations, and this article will provide you with detailed instructions on creating homemade Easter decoration crafts from green items.

Easter Bunny Lid Garland You can make an adorable Easter bunny

garland using lids. For this green craft you

nose, whiskers, and cute little oval shaped eyes. You can add different styles of features to each face for a fun twist as well.

will need:

After the bunny faces have dried glue the

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Several old lids (You can use lids

ears onto the backs of the lids and allow

they are round.)

simply glue the lids to the ribbon in even

Paintbrush

around your home for Easter, and you will

Scissors

Egg Carton Chicks

Hot glue gun

You can make cute homemade baby chick

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of all sizes and materials as long as

them to dry. To complete this green craft

White, black, and pink paint

intervals. Hang this green decoration

Ribbon

be proud of your homemade craft.

Hot glue sticks White foam sheets

Start this decoration by painting all of the

lids white. While the lids are drying cut ear shapes out of the foam sheet; remember

decorations using an egg carton and a few other supplies. For this green craft you will

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Scissors

Yellow feathers

To begin this homemade Easter craft cut

out individual sections of the egg carton.

This will leave you with round sections,

and you should paint these yellow. Use the leftover scraps of the egg carton to

cut out small dimond shapes, paint these tiny pieces orange and set aside to allow

them to dry. Once completely dry fold the diamond shapes in half. Use glue on the

back of the folded diamond and attach it to the egg carton.

Once everything is dry add black dots for eyes. Glue the feathers to the top, back,

also need:

and sides of the chick to finish the look.

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added to other green decorations, set

to cut enough ears for all of your lids.

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the lids have dried add a pink heart for a

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Each lid will make one bunny face. When

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Yellow and orange paint

Black permanent marker Paintbrush Glue

These homemade Easter chicks can be

on tabletops, mantels, and counters, or

they can be strung from ribbon to make a homemade garland for Easter.

Going green is a great challenge and inspiration for crafts, and these homemade Easter decorations will provide you with fun and beauty. Try these homemade Easter decorations this year, and try being a little more green.

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Lantana couple funds

Blanton

bike-riding program

by Steve Gamel

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t wasn’t that long ago when children were on their bicycles all the time. You could drive down any street or through a winding neighborhood and see countless kids having races with their friends, riding their bikes to and from school, or popping wheelies for fun in the front yard. Bicycles were everywhere, and learning to ride one was tops on the to-do list.

These days, kids aren’t on their bikes as often, or at all, either because they never learned to ride, don’t have interest in it, or don’t have access to one. Well, Lantana residents Zach and Bree Parham are hoping to change that in a hurry.

Through a generous donation, the Parhams recently paid to have a complete learn-to-ride program installed at Blanton Elementary School in Lantana. The program, which is through the nonprofit, All Kids Bike, is a nationwide movement of the Strider Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that rallies parents, educators, community leaders, www.LantanaLiving.com

health officials, and generous donors to place Kindergarten PE Programs into public schools for free.

They equip schools with strider bikes, helmets, training, and everything else a teacher would need to teach children how to ride a bike during their Kindergarten PE class. Whether they are first-time riders or veterans, students develop a solid foundation of biking skills in the friendly confines of their schools.

“Our thought was that if we can help fund the program to kick it off, it will allow every kid a chance to learn to ride. And who knows, perhaps that would lead to other schools jumping on board, too,” Zach said.

“All Kids Bikes has been doing this for a few years. It’s a movement that’s already going on … we just jumped on board.”

Zach and Bree, who have an 8-year-old and 11-year-old at Blanton, donated the entire $4,000 that was needed to get the Blanton program kicked off. Blanton

received instructional materials for the teachers, helmets, and 22 strider bikes.

Strider bikes do not have pedals and are designed to teach kids how to balance while riding a bike. Once the students master the balancing part, teachers have the option to add wheels.

The Strider Education Foundation, the program’s provider, also offers continued support for each school.

Similar programs can be set up at any school that’s interested. Per its website, All Kids Bike is currently in 29 states and has 157 funded schools — putting the number of students impacted this year at 25,227.

Over the next five years, the nonprofit is anticipating that 126,495 students will be positively impacted.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to get more kids riding bikes,” Zach said.

For more information on how to get your school involved, visit allkidsbike.org.

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Deals and Steals

Three Websites for Finding the Best Deals Online

by Contributing Writer

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re you on a never-ending quest for the best deals? Do you love to hunt and search for treasures at amazingly low prices? These web sites are fabulous resources for you in your deal-finding journey.

every community. These are Facebook groups, typically managed by a local

person, where members can list their

items for sale locally. The great benefit

Shopgoodwill.com

Bradsdeals.com

of Facebook for Sale pages is that you

This web site is a hub for Goodwill

If you love getting the best deal on new

work with local people. The pages are

for auction. The site has items nicely

online retailers, you must give Bradsdeals

locations to submit their items up

categorized, so you can easily find what you need by category or by keyword.

Before bidding, you can estimate shipping

for your item to be sure you don't overpay.

You can find original paintings, high-end new and vintage purses, bulk costume

jewelry, electronics, sporting goods, and much more. Nearly anything that can be donated can be found on this site.

Keep in mind that stores only submit

items they feel are worth their time to list, so you typically find the best of

their inventory on this site. You will be

absolutely amazed at what you will find.

Shopping Tips: Check out the "Top 50"

items, which can be found on the home

items from popular (and not-so-popular)

a try. Bradsdeals is a service that delivers daily emails to subscribers, detailing the

best deals on the internet. Bradsdeals has a team of experts scouring the internet daily to collect and post the best deals

online. Their staff then categorizes each

item, so finding what you need is easy by keyword or category. You can sign up to receive the site's deal alerts every day,

twice per week, or weekly. The Bradsdeals staff often negotiates additional savings for their followers typically by using a

search options are 'nwt' (new with tags), and 'nib' (new in box). Sometimes, the pictures for the items on this site are not the best, so feel free to email that store for more information, if needed.

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you need. You can search by keywords,

but people don't always enter the correct

keywords in their listings. Each item that is

added to the page bumps the prior listing down the page. This means your item

could easily become lost in the shuffle as

new items are added. Since Facebook for Sale groups are regulated by a variety of people, you must follow their rules, and rules vary greatly from group to group.

additional percentage off, and it can

anything, and be sure to follow them.

group before interacting or selling

be a jaw-dropping deal.

Know how much money you want to get

emails, since the deals often sell out.

keyword search box. Other helpful keyword

be categorized, so it's hard to find what

deal. This can be free shipping or an

will also be higher than others. If you prefer seek, and then type the word 'new' into the

are some disadvantages. Items cannot

Shopping Tips: Read the rules of the

Shopping Tips: If you are serious about

only new items, choose the category you

free to set up and list on; however, there

coupon code provided along with the

page. Do keep in mind that the top 50 items likely receive the most views, so their prices

do not need to ship the item, and you

deal hunting, you should receive daily

Read the daily email immediately for the

same reason. During the holiday season, be sure to sign up for their Black Friday

deals also, giving you a leg up on finding

for your item before placing it for sale

because people typically like to bargain on Facebook for Sale pages. Be careful

when meeting people to sell or buy your items. Meet at a busy location, and bring a friend if possible. Be sure you trust the person before meeting them.

the best seasonal deals.

Use these three websites, and you will

Local Facebook For Sale Pages

brand-name items, and the things you

Local sale pages are popping up in nearly

be on your way to getting vintage finds, need at amazingly low prices.

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Gardening: Ask The Expert

It’s that time...

by PJ Kratohvil, Owner of Complete Solutions

W

e’ve had some cold mornings and are probably in store for few more.

Nevertheless, spring is approaching! We’re focusing this article on information that should be helpful in the preparations of your own lawn and landscape for this spring season.

Mild winters can have you looking at a

train it to a conservative watering

you’re not ready to call the chemical

mowing. It’s simple, but the consistency

lawn full of weeds about now. If so, and company just yet, then let’s get to work!

schedule, consistent chemicals, and

is KEY. Do this, and you will see results.

For some immediate results, find a point

and spray post-emergent (add some color

add fertilizer while it’s exposed. Our soil can get hard over the course of a year.

Turning it over and allowing the oxygen and nutrients to really penetrate is always a good idea. Consider your plant needs, sun exposure, and soil conditions when choosing a mulch. Color typically dictates what direction people go, but there are so many other benefits to consider than just aesthetics.

you go). Your first pre-emergent should

If things weren’t cleaned up in late fall, then get it all cut back, reshaped and ready for that spring growth.

don’t waste time back-tracking, stick with

If things weren’t cleaned up in late fall,

so you can track what you’ve covered as

have been down a few weeks ago. If not, the spray treatments (most retail sprays are going to be recommended on a

bi-weekly basis) and consistent bagged mowings. As the grass starts to turn,

then get it all cut back, reshaped and

ready for that spring growth. If you haven’t taken the time to remove the old mulch before adding new for the last couple

growing seasons, then do so this year.

Make sure you cultivate the bed soil and

There’s a lot going on this time of year when it comes to spring landscape prep.

If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, then you’ve probably already got a plan in place.

If not, get on it or call a professional before it’s to late and everything out of control.

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The Dental &

Medical Connection

by Dr. Matt Artho who is a proud resident of Argyle and his kids attend all four schools in the district.

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t can happen on any typical day. My kids are once again struggling to maintain their composure as they impatiently stare at the spinning Netflix circle, eagerly waiting for the ever so frustrating buffer cycle of their anticipated show. Amongst their complaints, I find myself reminding them of times long ago when cartoons were only shown on Saturday mornings, on an immobile TV set, that required manual changing of the channels.

Without sounding too archaic, I still take the time to remind them of things not to take for granted.

In this medical issue, I would like to take the time to point out the importance of

not taking your dental health for granted in your overall health. We often think

our teeth stand alone from other health

concerns, but more and more evidence of an oral health and systemic health connection is coming to light. It may

not seem obvious, at first, but an astute

physiological understanding of our teeth will reveal that they are living organs

comprised of blood circulation, nerve

innervation, remineralization capabilities,

and inflammatory and immune responses.

In addition, the supporting periodontal structures integrate with oral and facial

tissues that connect the circulatory system

risk of stroke. Dental infections can put a patient at risk of life threateningconditions like obstructed airways or meningitis.

Moreover, certain disorders can also be diagnosed through a dental examination such as oral cancer or cancers of the head and neck. Generalized tooth pain can indicate a sinus condition. Bad breath may be an indication of kidney disease or acid reflux disorders.

It is important never to disregard dental health when taking care of your overall health. Your teeth are a part of you, and you want them to last your lifetime.

Happy smiling!

with other organs of the body. A failure in these structures can put other systems at risk of infection or malfunction.

A few brief examples of this connection

included diabetes, in which patients are more likely to have gum disease from a

reduced resistance to infection. Pregnancy hormones can also affect overall gum health. Patients with moderate to

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Beauty, Health and Wellness Article

I just love getting women together and focusing on progressing together.

FOCUS

WELLNESS

RESULTS “W

by Brooke Ezzo

e’ve been given a really amazing gift that gave us our children and the opportunity to experience life, that should be celebrated and the way to do that is by taking care of it.”

Spring is all about new beginnings, and Carli Williams has gone through her own wellness rebirth as well.

After becoming a new mom and absolutely loving her new role, Carli started feeling lost and insecure with herself, and dealing with postpartum anxiety. Deciding to start moving her body again, she found that fitness and wellness was her new beginning.

“I started to realize everything in my life was greater, everything was elevated,” Carli said. “I was more social again, more connected to my family, an energetic mom, and I felt really confident.”

This newfound love for herself and her body made her realize that she wanted other women and moms to feel this way, too.

In 2017, Carli created an Instagram account, FitnessCarli, mainly as an accountability handle for her fitness journey. She quickly realized there was a growing community of women who wanted

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to get fit and toned after having babies. Many reached out to her asking advice on workouts and meal plans.

“So, I wrote down what I actually ate and what was actually realistic,” Carli said. “I created something that other busy women could easily follow along with.”

In a quick three years, Carli has over 74,000 followers and grown her, now, business into a community filled with women coming together and celebrating the beauty of taking care of their bodies.

“I just love getting women together and focusing on progressing together,” Carli said. “Anyone that is in the beautiful stages of motherhood but feels sad, alone, and overwhelmed; I get that and I know how to help you feel better.”

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A fitness and wellness journey is just that: a journey. Carli continues to look for other ways that will help her progress, too.

“The biggest misconception for people when it comes to losing weight is focusing on what needs to be cut out,” Carli said. “For me, that never worked.

Instead, I look at what you can add in to your wellness routine.

Carli bases her meal plans and lifestyle around the idea of nourishing yourself first and satisfying your taste buds second. To do this, you need start adding in the good stuff.

Three Things to Add In: • Add in vegetables. Find a way to add in three cups of vegetables to your meals. Can you grill some asparagus with lunch or add in steamed broccoli with dinner? Even if you don’t change anything else at first, adding in vegetables helps to fill you up, and provides fiber, micronutrients, and vitamins.

• Stay hydrated. If you can’t drink the recommended amount of water, try to add one or two extra cups each day.

Or, drink Carli’s spinach banana water.

Half of a ripe banana, two cups of spinach, water, and blend. It’s a mild drink that hydrates you, is only 67 calories, and gives you tons of fiber and potassium.

• Physical activity. Carli only works out for 30 minutes a day. She has created in-home, simple workout guides that

work. Or add in a daily bike ride, a run or walk around the neighborhood, a swim, or a HIGH fitness class at your local gym.

“Most importantly, give yourself realistic expectations for your wellness journey and find a way to enjoy it,” Carli said. “Come at it from a place of gratitude for your body.”

Follow Carli on Instagram or for information on her workouts and meal plans, visit www.FitnessCarli.com.

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best prevention

to virus spread

by Denton County Commissioner Precinct 3 Bobbie Mitchell

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s you read about COVID-19 in the news or hear about it from family and friends, I’d like to assure you that our Denton County Public Health is focused on keeping you informed.

Although COVID-19 is a new disease, the Denton County Public Health is using existing epidemiology response plans

to provide guidance to local hospitals, emergency responders, and medical providers within Denton County on screening protocols to be aware of as well as symptoms.

DCPH also is reminding the public of steps everyone can take through preventive health practices such as handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, avoid touching your face, staying home when sick and avoiding others who are sick. These are the same tips we use for helping to prevent the spread of influenza each year.

DCPH is continuously engaged in communication with federal, state, and local partners regarding COVID-19.

Community members are encouraged to visit www.DentonCounty.gov/ Coronavirus for more information.

Connect With Us: Facebook: DentonCountyTX | Twitter: @DentonCountyTX If you have any questions or comments, please let me hear from you. My email is bobbie.mitchell@dentoncounty.com and my office number is 972.434.4780.

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Redefining What A Med Spa Should Be

by Steve Gamel | photo of group by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com)

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onna Phillips and the rest of her dynamic team at Studio 360 Med Spa in Highland Village have always felt like their neighborhood spa was destined for big things. They just didn’t think it would happen so quickly.

In only 14 months, they’ve gone from opening their doors for the first time and waiting anxiously for the phone to ring to averaging nearly 100 new clients a month. Seriously! They’re not exaggerating. They’ve also doubled the facility’s size, added more professionals to serve their clients’ every need, and brought in an additional suite of products and services that literally make Studio 360 an experience like none other.

“You get busy with the day-to-day that you don’t always get to step back and realize, ‘Wow, we’re really doing something great here.’ But I guess we really are,” Donna said. “The team we have is amazing.

They enjoy coming to work.”

Manager Ryndi Hoge, who has been by Donna’s side since the beginning, agreed.

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“We just got to the point where the existing rooms were always full, and if everyone had someone here, we’d be tripping over each other. We have a lot going on, and the funny thing is that there’s more to come.”

“We are growing, and it’s so much fun

Michelle Shepard agreed, saying

added,” Donna said. “The O Shot and

everything a med spa could offer.”

since she first started.

people may be intimidated by it at first,

to watch,” Ryndi said. “We literally offer

everything has changed for the better

The goal, of course, is to make a

“When I came here, I was looking for a

out. Studio 360 Med Spa is a full-service

said. “They give me a chance to do that

removal and skin tightening to Botox and

not something I can do for you

therapy, regenerative treatments, IV

still find it here.”

difference in everyone’s life — inside and

place that offered more services,” Michelle

spa dedicated to everything from hair

here. We really are full-service. If it’s

PRP injections, CoolSculpting, hormone

personally, I know you can

therapy, B12 shots, acne solutions, and

Having more space

even being go-to experts for women

struggling with menopause, wellness, and intimacy problems.

was what truly made everything come

together. In June,

Just a few of their new services include facials, sexual enhancement services,

and combined it with

Making all of that happen is a team of

was once a broom closet down

office space next door

professional makeup, and airbrush tans.

her existing facility. So what

dedicated professionals that has grown from six to 11 over the last several

months. That includes the likes of Ryndi, registered nurse Michelle Shepard,

Princess Holt, makeup artist Holly Hedrick, and everyone’s favorite medical director, John Delumba (OB/GYN).

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but we’ve had nothing but great results

— and that makes all of us so happy when we can take care of our clients. So, yes,

adding the additional space was huge, too. We just got to the point

where the existing rooms

The goal, of course, is to make a difference in everyone’s life — inside and out.

Donna purchased the

weight-loss counseling, massages and

P Shot have been huge for us. Some

the hall is now an additional 3,800 square

feet that include four additional treatment rooms, a man cave, and a boutique.

The boutique has a full skincare

and makeup line, as well as comfort-

focused clothing and other neat items for purchase.

“The service base is really growing, but

they are also asking for more stuff to be

were always full, and if

everyone had someone here, we’d be tripping over each other.

We have a lot going on, and the funny

thing is that there’s

more to come.”

Looking back on how

everything played out, it’s

clear the sky is the limit for this

med spa. If you are looking to feel better about yourself inside and out, and you

want to develop a bond with those who

are helping you achieve the best version of yourself, there’s no other answer than Studio 360 Med Spa.

“I didn’t anticipate all the good things that have happened, but it’s fun to watch it all unfold,” Donna said.

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Maximizing The Quality

of Education

by Brooke Ezzo

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n February 1, 2020, the Denton Public School Foundation hosted one of their biggest fundraisers of the year, the Groundhog Day Gala. This year’s theme was Education and All That Jazz, and guests filled the Denton Convention Center in their best 1920s attire.

The Denton Public School Foundation is a non-profit corporation founded for the purpose of raising and providing support for the teachers and students of Denton ISD.

“The Foundation was established for the purpose of raising funds to enrich and maximize the quality of education in the Denton ISD,” said Jenifer Fuller, Gala coordinator.

Many might not know that most school districts partner with education foundations to help support staff and academic programs. Although the Foundation is a separate entity, they work in cooperation with the Denton ISD administration.

“The public schools are supported by tax payer dollars, but this usually covers the basics,” Jenifer said. “We feel that our kids deserve more, so the goal of the Foundation is to find support within the community to make that happen.”

One way to make this happen is by fundraising.

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“The Groundhog Day Gala is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser and celebration of the year,” Jenifer said. “We have a Donor Reception just before the big event to honor those who have given either new endowments or significant contributions to the Foundation over the previous year.”

Celebrating its 18th year, the Gala did not disappoint. The decorations made you travel back in time, the silent auction room was adorned with incredible items, and the room housed the Library to Go bus. When it was time for dinner, everyone found their seats and enjoyed entertainment by the Denton High School Jazz Band and the Braswell High School Royals Dance team.

Master of Ceremonies was Mike Vance, President of the Denton Public School

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Foundation. We also heard from Board of Directors Weston Thaggard and Mike Woods. Denton ISD Superintendent Dr. Jamie Wilson gave the introduction of special guests and sponsors.

“The Groundhog Day Gala is a wonderful way to break up the winter doldrums,” Jenifer said. “People are emerging from the post-Holiday slump and we hope to offer a little sunshine while we celebrate.”

programs are formed to enrich the lives of the students and staff.

Jenifer said a goal of the Foundation’s for next year is to simply try and keep up with the growth of the district and by raise awareness of the Foundation in the community.

The 19th Annual Groundhog Day Gala will be held on February 6, 2021.

We Feel That Our Kids Deserve More

The profits from the Gala are used to create permanent endowments that will provide teacher grants and scholarships, creating programs, and student scholarships.

“This past year we focused on the Library to Go bookmobile and Outstanding Meal Balances for Child Nutrition,” Jenifer said.

Monies raised from the Gala each year allow the Foundation to continue their mission of supporting the education of our children. As donations come in, incentives and special

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Fitness: Ask The Expert

Are You Leaving These Important

Things Out of Your Workout?

by Jesse J. Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit & Outlaw Fitcamp

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here’s a natural tendency to jump right into your workout and then head immediately to your car as soon as you’re finished. And who can blame you? Everyone is short on time these days.

But if you practice what should be done before your workout and immediately afterward, you’ll improve your progress and results. Here are 10 additional things that need to be a part of your fitness routine.

Before you workout:

1. Get enough sleep.

Adequate sleep will not only give you the energy you need to do an effective workout, it also keeps your hunger hormones at bay, so you don’t overeat after you leave the gym.

2. Drink!

A lot of us grab our water bottle in the middle or end of our workouts, but it’s just as important to hydrate before you begin.

We suggest your daily amount of water be half of your bodyweight in ounces per day.

3. Grab a snack.

This one is not a must—if you’re not feeling like eating before your workout, you don’t need to force yourself to eat. But if you’re even a little hungry, grab a healthy snack

so you have the energy to exercise. And if you exercise first thing in the morning, as many of us do, then eat something.

roller to help with muscle soreness after

4. Make sure your workout clothing and footwear are right for your workout.

This isn’t about style. Make sure you’re wearing workout clothing that allows you to jump, stretch, run, and move every way you need to. Wear athletic shoes that give you the support you need.

3. Drink water.

5. Do a dynamic warm-up.

Warming up raises your body temperature, increases your range of motion, and prepares your muscles for what you’re about to do. It also decreases chances of injury.

kind of snack will replenish glycogen

Right after your workout: 1. Stretch.

While dynamic stretching is best for warming up, those regular old stretches you’ve done since middle-school gym class are what you need for cooling down. Stretching muscles that are already warmed up helps your joints stay mobile and improves your range of motion. Hold these stretches for at least 15 seconds each.

2. Use a foam roller.

Rolling on the foam roller works out any kinks or knots that may have developed.

Experts also recommend using a foam

exercising since it increases blood flow to the tissues you used in your workout.

The only thing listed on both our pre- and post-workout lists is drinking water. That’s

because it’s so important to stay hydrated!

4. Eat after exercising.

Giving your body the fuel it needs after a tough workout is essential. The right

stores and rebuild muscle. Try to take in at least 20 grams of protein with your postworkout snack.

5. Track your progress.

Right after your workout is the best time

to track your progress—while you’re still at the gym. Keeping track of what you did

allows you to keep challenging yourself.

Make your workout the

best it can be!

Give us a call today. We can develop

a personal workout routine for you to

meet your fitness goals and teach you an effective pre- and post-workout program as well.

Next time you’re getting ready to workout, just remind yourself that adding a few

minutes before and after your workout will give you quicker and better results!

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Know the

Legal Advice: Ask The Expert

Players In Your Plan

by Jennifer Balmos, Owner of Balmos Law, PLLC

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hen developing an estate plan, it is imperative to assemble a good team to step in during a crisis and after death.

Agent A comprehensive plan will involve naming two agents – one to make medical decisions if you cannot speak for yourself, and another to make financial decisions on your behalf. The agent under your Medical Power of Attorney may very well be the same person that you name as the agent under your Durable (financial) Power of Attorney. Because the

agent handling finances may need to pay for care that the agent under the medical POA approves, it is critical that both parties can work together. You can also name an agent to manage your remains after your passing.

Guardian

Executor The executor is responsible for hiring an attorney to probate the will, as well as paying any debts and distributing property to your beneficiaries according to the wishes memorialized in your will.

If your will contains a provision indicating that you intend for an independent administration, the executor’s job will be

Trustee

Without a plan in place, the individuals who fill these roles will be determined by statute.

fairly straightforward.

You may name a guardian for your minor children if you pass away or become

incapacitated. This person will step in as a surrogate parent and must be approved by the Probate Court.

A trustee manages assets, making

distributions for beneficiaries as directed by the terms of the trust. In the case of minor children, a guardian commonly

works with a trustee for distributions to cover expenses like tuition, medical care, or a car.

Without a plan in place, the individuals

who fill these roles will be determined by

statute. The only surefire method to make sure you have the right people in place is to plan before a crisis strikes.

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Beautiful Creating

Business Spotlight

Smiles

by Brooke Ezzo

Everyone smiles in the same language.

A

smile can turn a bad day around.

It can ease fear, and it radiates love. If you aren’t confident in your

smile, make it a goal this year to turn your

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frown upside down. When it comes to

your smile and your oral health, you need someone you can trust.

weekly between the Plano and

Argyle locations.

“We are pleased and excited to be back in the area to serve the Flower Mound to

At Dental Implant Surgery Center,

Denton communities,”

committed to making your smile their top

His list of services are

Dr. Paul Ezzo, D.D.S., and his team are

priority. The entire team is dedicated to

providing personalized, gentle care that you deserve.

Dr. Ezzo said.

long, from cleanings

and prevention to gum

and jawbone corrective

After graduating dental school in 1993

treatments. Dr. Ezzo

completed six years at the University

problem and dedicated to helping you

Antonio for a periodontics residency

“We offer periodontal procedures to

from Baylor College of Dentistry, Dr. Ezzo

is determined to get to the root of the

of Texas Health Science Center in San

achieve optimal oral health.

and achieved a Ph.D. in microbiology.

Graduating in 2000, Dr. Ezzo began

practicing in Denton County until 2016

when he purchased the Dental Implant Surgery Center in Plano.

In 2019, Dr. Ezzo came home by opening a new office in Argyle. He splits his time

include: dental implants, soft and hard

tissue grafting, in addition to non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy to treat gum disease,” Dr. Ezzo said.

Gum disease affects more than three

million people per year in the United

States, so it is important to be treated by a

leader in periodontal care. Specializing in dental implants, a modern alternative to dentures, Dr. Ezzo restores his patient’s smiles.

“Dental implants are, in most cases, the most predictable and most natural feeling way to replace teeth,” Dr. Ezzo said.

Dr. Paul Ezzo and his team at Dental Implant Surgery Center believe in creating beautiful smiles.

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Beauty, Health and Wellness Article

How To

Choose a

Med Spa

by Contributing Writer

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ith all the products and services out there, the options seem endless when it comes to ways to help you look and feel your best. To really be pampered with longer lasting, comprehensive results, though, a med spa is the way to go. Whether you want laser treatments, body contouring, cosmetic injections, specialty skin care products, or one of any of a number of other services, you want to make sure the spa you select is appropriately managed and the message you’re getting from the staff is forthright. A little research can help find a med spa that works for you to be able to pamper yourself and improve your appearance.

Look into the relationship between

ownership and operations at the med spa.

Some facilities are owned by a physician,

who ideally spends significant time on-site managing treatments. Others are owned by physicians who provide no oversite.

Often a med spa will be under a doctor’s “Directorship,” some in which the doctor

is involved in all treatment decisions and some where the doctor is only on paper but they will rarely be at the location.

Determine who will be

treating you. Ask about

training and certification

of the person who will be

providing your service and

experience. One treatment

One treatment that is of concern is cosmetic injections.

that is of concern is cosmetic

injections. Permanent damage can

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trained (physicians and nurses) and those who are just certified in cosmetic injections.

The most fundamental factor is that you will have expert treatment.

Verify that the med spa is clean and follows manufacture guidelines for all

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Know that the spa staff isn’t exaggerating treatment claims. products. Facials and other procedures which are not done following proper guidelines for cleaning of equipment and disposal of one time use products can all lead to infection. It’s critical that the environment is sanitary. Go to the spa before your appointment, get a tour, and specifically ask about efforts to keep the facility clean.

Know that the spa staff isn’t exaggerating treatment claims. You should sense trustworthiness and integrity. You want the doctor or technician to offer both the positive expected results of the treatment as well as possible negative side effects.

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typical recovery time. Whether you’re speaking with a doctor or technician, they should be pleased to inform you about the treatment so that you can relax.

If they’re heavily pushing a particular treatment over another, ask why, and do your research.

Understand the medical spa’s aftercare.

It’s important that the staff isn’t just trying

to interest you in their services but is also dedicated to your comfort and health following the visit.

When you evaluate various med spas, location and costs are important, but the quality of treatment is paramount.

You want to understand the extent of the doctor’s involvement and that you will be treated in a sterile environment.

A good med spa can give you a mental and emotional boost while also improving your physical appearance. Make sure you’ve chosen the right one.

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Ask The Expert: Organizing

Embracing Change

By Being Organized

by Crystal Nerpel, Owner of Cloud Nine Organizing

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t’s inevitable; Life is constantly changing. Each stage of life brings new adventures along with the occasional challenge. How organized and prepared you are for those challenges could have a huge impact on how well you embrace the change.

Learning to embrace change with open

arms isn’t always easy. It’s human nature to want to hold on to what you have or

stay in your current situation because it’s

comfortable. Change, on the other hand, is uncomfortable. Sometimes, even painful.

Even though we know certain things are

unavoidable, we are still surprised when

they happen. The big one: death. It’s one of the most emotional events any human

can experience: the death of a loved one.

This can be a very emotional, heavy time.

Life will be a bit more manageable if

everything is organized and prepared for us. Do you know who needs to be

contacted? Is there a life insurance policy?

Is there a will? Do you know where these documents are located?

As life moves forward, family dynamics shift and change. We are never static.

That’s the beauty of life, and if all goes

well, we grow into wiser, better versions

of our old selves. If you need help getting prepared for all of life’s changes, Jennifer Balmos, PLLC, in Flower Mound can help

Another emotional life event is when your children grow up and go off to college.

My own daughter is graduating from Guyer High School this year. I’m so proud, but seriously...how did it happen so fast?

(I’m not emotional, you’re emotional).

you with the important life documents

Luckily, we have been mentally and financially preparing for this big life event for 18 years. Making monthly contributions to a College Savings Plan has eliminated so much worry for our family. We are focusing on the new adventure ahead without having to stress over tuition costs.

for big life events like family vacations,

that will protect you and your family.

Cloud Nine Organizing can help you

organize those important documents and vital information.

Being organized and planning ahead college, retirement, and even death

prepares you and your family for almost

anything life throws your way. Even if you aren’t looking forward to the change, at least you will know exactly what to do

when life happens because you will have all your ducks in a row.

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Second

Chance

Life

At

by Brooke Ezzo

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ow I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep…

Lori Houser is no stranger to cardiac issues. She has lived with an irregular heartbeat called Tachycardia for as long as she can remember.

But, nothing could have prepared her for the road she was about to travel. After having constant headaches for a couple of weeks in April of 2018, Lori went to the neurologist and had an MRI. “I had it done on a Friday and they called the following Monday, asking me if I was sitting down,” Lori said. “They told me I had a stroke.”

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worked out multiple times a week, and played soccer. Her lifestyle showed no signs of disease. The doctors immediately got her in for testing.

“For the next three weeks I felt like a lab rat,” Lori said. “They poked and prodded me, did a bubble study to make sure there wasn’t a hole in my heart, and any other testing to find the cause of the stroke.”

Without much luck, Lori had a heart monitor put in in May 2019. It’s called a loop recorder, and its main job is to find hidden rhythms that cause strokes. With another monitor next to her bed, the data is submitted to a device team. Each night, the monitors basically perform an ongoing EKG. “After two weeks, they called me and said the data showed I was in AFIB every four

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days,” Lori said. “They told me I needed to come in for immediate heart surgery.”

Lori had what is called Cardiac Ablation; the doctors cauterized all four parts of her heart creating scar tissue to make those openings smaller and reduce the amount of electrical activity going out, which is what causes the AFIB. “I am not out of the woods yet,” Lori said.

“The goal is to not AFIB for two years after the surgery.”

Two years will be this coming June, and no matter what Lori gives all the glory to God. “I feel like I got a second chance at life,” Lori said. “I thank God every day that He kept me going.”

Lori and her husband cook clean, fresh meals at home. They don’t eat out often because she strives to stay on the cardiac diet, but also because she has 28 food

allergies. She realized she needed to alter some of her favorite foods, chips and salsa being one of them. www.LantanaLiving.com

Friends started commenting on how good the homemade salsa was and told her she needed to bottle it. Once she put the word out, the salsa started selling quickly.

“We make low-sodium mild and spicy salsa using all fresh, organic ingredients,” Lori said. “We try to eat healthy and organic, so the salsa has turned out to be something that has worked out perfectly.”

Lori is a Realtor with The Houser Realty Group and lives in Lantana with her husband Brett and their four children.

Your Salsa Lady salsa can be ordered through the Lantana Life Facebook page or place your order with Lori directly at 214.417.8998.

Photos courtesy of Pamela Tuckey

“I did then what I knew how to do.

Now that I know better, I do better.”

- Maya Angelou

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Ask The Expert: Edit This

6 Keys To An

effective resume

by Steve Gamel, Owner of Edit This

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rafting a standout resume is easier said than done. You could be a young person fresh out of college with only a few internships under your belt, or a 30-year veteran with a seemingly unending list of accomplishments. Clearly, it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach.

What do you put on there? What do you resume. I take pride in it because I leave off? What are the keywords I need know what it’s like to be on the job to use to nab this job? The answers to hunt. While there is no one-size-fits-all these questions are different for every job approach, here are 6 tips to keep in mind: hunter in every career field. What’s more is Avoid grammatical errors that I did a quick non-scientific poll of the Just for grins, I went back and found my internet and it appears most employers first resume. It was filled and recruiters only spend with so many punctuation roughly six seconds No employer mistakes and style errors that reviewing a single resume. will take you I wish I could travel back in seriously if Why do we even put in time just to slap my younger your attention the time? self. No employer will take

to detail is that

But it remains important to you seriously if your attention horrible. craft an amazing resume to detail is that horrible. Read and to keep it up to date at through what you have, then all times. The emphasis should not only have someone you trust read over it. be on highlighting your educational and Create a clear header professional achievements, but doing Make sure your header has all the so in a way that makes those six seconds necessary contact information (your count. If an employer really likes you, name and updated phone number, surely they will read deeper. email, address, etc.) and that it’s properly One of the many things I do at Edit This centered all in one easy-to-find and is help business professionals craft their prominent location at the top of the page.

No need to get cute; it makes the whole thing harder to read.

Own your summary statement There are recruiters and business professionals who don’t think having a summary statement near the top of your resume is important. I couldn’t disagree more. A summary statement allows you to quickly summarize your qualifications and what your objective is in a way that allows you to speak directly to whomever you are attempting to work for.

Stay organized Make sure everything on your resume is clearly organized and includes names of previous employers, positions held, responsibilities, and key dates worked.

Start with your most recent job and work back in reverse order.

Avoid generalities Highlight your educational and professional achievements, so make sure you are specific when you do that. Instead of saying, “responsible for increasing business,” you should be saying, “Increased sales revenue by 75% over a two-year span.”

Force yourself to have a cutoff point A general rule of thumb is to keep your resume to a page to a page and a half, including your education history, any certifications, and references.

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Lantana Junior Cotillion includes: confidence building, first impressions, strong handshakes, body

language, manners in the home, setting a table, Thank You notes, cell phone etiquette, basic ballroom dances, and much more.

“We are giving the students skills to give themselves confidence by knowing the proper thing to do in social situations,” Jayne said.

by Brooke Ezzo

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stablished in 1989, the National League of Junior Cotillions (NLJC) is an organization that believes in

intentionally teaching children in our

community confidence, courtesy, and the social skills necessary for success.

From humble beginnings in North

Carolina, founder Anne Colvin Winters took her passion for community

involvement and education and created

a program where children were not only learning social dances but were being taught foundational life skills.

Today, the National League of Junior

Cotillions consists of a team of over 100 directors nationwide, operating 300

cotillion chapters in over 30 states. Two

of those dedicated directors operate the Lantana chapter.

Jayne Smith is a licensed director for the National League of Corporate Cotillions,

National League of Junior Cotillions, and the Junior Assemblies. She started with www.LantanaLiving.com

NLJC in 1997, since moving to Texas in

2008 she has started the Flower Mound and Southlake Chapters. In 2016 she started the Lantana chapter.

Lisa Leymeister became a licensed

director for the National League of Junior

Cotillions Northwest Chapters in 2012 and joined Jayne in the Lantana Chapter.

“I am so proud to be a part of the NLJC family,” Jayne said. “Working with the

middle school students is such a pleasure.

We are giving them skills that will serve them a lifetime.”

Junior Cotillion is for students in grades 6-8. Students are provided a safe place

to learn without any peer pressure, since everyone is learning at the same time in the same way.

The 6th grade program targets the

correct interaction between ladies and gentlemen, how to treat one another, and what to expect from each other in a social situation. The curriculum

The 7th and 8th grade program covers the

same basics as the 6th graders but moves on to topics they will need in high school and beyond. This includes scholarship and job interviews, tipping, travel and theatre etiquette, tying a tie, social media safety, and more advanced dance instruction.

The Cotillion year concludes with a formal ball held at Texas Motor Speedway where students show off the skills they learned during the year. It is a formal event with ladies in white and black dresses and gloves, and gentlemen in Tuxedos.

“I believe strongly in the principles that we teach: honor, dignity, and respect for others,” Jayne said. “Those traits will serve you well your entire life.”

The Lantana Chapter is holding a parent reception on Tuesday, March 24th at 7:00pm at the Lantana Golf Club. 800 Golf Club Dr. Parents who are interested in Jr. Cotillion are encouraged to come and hear an overview of the program, ask questions, and have the opportunity to register for the next Cotillion year.

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SHERIFF’S W i t h

S h e r i f f

T r a c y

Crisis Intervention Team

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heriff Tracy Murphree stated, “Mental health is a crisis in our country and is a major problem facing law enforcement. I am very proud of our Crisis Intervention Team and the work they do to ensure our citizens suffering mental crisis are properly cared for.”

The Denton County Sheriff’s Office Investigators assigned to the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) use their dual certifications as Peace Officers and Certified Mental Health Officers to obtain the most appropriate placement for individuals assessed for emergency commitment.

apprehension and detentions

The CIT provides the citizens of Denton County with professional law enforcement mental health assessments and transportation of the mentally ill.

In doing so, the CIT conducts emergency

with the goal of reducing the number of

independently and in conjunction with Denton County MHMR, the

Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA).

The CIT remains in constant cooperation with the Local Mental Health Authority

and area law enforcement agencies to

comply with jail diversion requirements

mentally ill persons being inappropriately

M u r p h r e e

We are

HIRING

Detention

Officers!

If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, join our family and be a part of a great organization.

Detention Officer I positions start at $38,752.00 per year.

Visit our website to apply. www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/dentoncounty

incarcerated in the Denton County Jail and other detention facilities within the county.

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Travel: Ask The Expert

Hwy 30A

Florida photos courtesy of Terri Guthrie

by Terri Guthrie

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n 1981, my husband, Ron, had his first Air Force assignment at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida flying F-15 Eagles. It was a very exciting time and is still a common sight today to see and hear fighter jets fly over the Gulf of Mexico as you play on the beach.

My first job was at the Destin Chamber of Commerce and then as a radio news anchor at WFTW. This area is very special to us and why I wanted to share about 30A – the scenic two lane road that is filled with charm, natural beauty and pristine sugar sand beaches!

Blue Mountain: Head over to For The Health of It. It’s an organic food and produce market where you can fuel-up with fresh juices or smoothies. It’s also a great place for a body massage.

There’s actually large hills so be prepared to take stairs down to the beach.

Grayton: The Shard Shop is a trendy make-your-own-art boutique.

They offer classes in ShardART. This is a

place where you can create an original art piece. Or buy a piece of original art from artist and owner Mary Hong. The classes are fun and therapeutic.

Seaside: This is such a picturesque little village. Lots of great waterfront dining and rooftop bars. I love shopping here and stopping at Modica Market, a quaint gourmet grocery. If you want to learn to surf, attend Austin Magee’s Surf School at Seaside. Austin is our cousin and is an awesome international surfer.

Rosemary Beach: We love this area and The Pearl Hotel reminiscent of a European villa. Bike rentals are popular here so consider a bike trip – my kind of exercise!

There are endless things to discover along the 24 mile stretch of 30A. It’s always an active family vacation or a relaxing romantic getaway!

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MORE REASONS WHY

CENSUS IS IMPORTANT

by Precinct 4 Commissioner Dianne Edmondson

16 COUNTY OFFICE HOLDERS DISTRICTS CHANGE Other boundaries also will change within the county. Not our county-wide office holders, of course, but our districted ones including our four County Commissioners, and our six Constables, and Justices of the Peace. Those lines will be determined by the Commissioners Court, again based on the 2020 census numbers for each of those districts (also known as Precincts for Commissioners, Constables, and Justices of the Peace.)

All these population-based changes are compliant with the American principle of one person, one vote.

CENSUS CRITICAL IN MANY WAYS

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s you know, last month we discussed the financial ramifications of the upcoming census. We learned that for even just a 1% undercount, Denton County would lose more than a million dollars a year in federal and state funds for roads, bridges, and schools in our county. Obviously, an undercount should definitely be avoided.

MORE CONGRESSIONAL MEMBERS FOR TEXAS?

Additionally, accurate governmental

representation for Denton County citizens depends upon an accurate census count.

The national House of Representatives consists of 435 members, equally

divided among the 50 states, based on population, with Texas having 36

those new Congressional members from Texas most likely will have strengthening our state’s influence in Washington, D.C. However, a recent Reuters study reveals that the large metropolitan areas are

trending more liberal, while the more rural areas remain more conservative, so our

new Members of Congress may or may

not think like traditional Texans.

members of Congress. As the Lone Star state – particularly North Texas – continues to attract people from

other states to our lowtax, low cost-of-living

area, other states lose

population. Experts predict

that Texas will pick up three

ANOTHER STATE REP. FOR

That re-balancing of the Congress will result in the Texas values... will have strengthening our state’s influence in Washington, D.C.

to four of those Congressional

DENTON COUNTY? Denton County

is currently split

between two state

Senators (Nelson and

Fallon) and among four

state Representatives

(Stucky, Parker, Patterson,

seats, most likely causing California and

and Beckley) and we may get another

living states – to lose seats in the House of

re-districting process. The resulting new

Congress will result in the Texas values

the March, 2022 primary elections.

New York – both high-tax, high cost-of-

state Representative seat during that

Representatives. That re-balancing of the

district lines should be drawn in time for

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So, as you can see, there are many ramifications from the 2020 census and it’s very important for all of us --- citizens or not, adults or children --- to be counted.

Your census form should arrive before April 1 and you can fill it out immediately either by hand or online. If you don’t have access to a computer, some will be set up in various county buildings, such as our courthouses, to allow census-only access for Denton County residents. Please do your part to be sure we have an accurate census count --- so very much depends upon that! Thanks!

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Beauty, Health and Wellness Article

Perfect For The

Blow Dry

by Contributing Writer

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...today’s low-sudsing product uses botanicals and essential oils to gently remove dirt and replenish your hair with just enough moisture to keep it healthy...

2 IN

ONE

& SHAMPOO R CONDITIONE

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t never fails. You try to recreate that perfect salon blowout at home but instead end up with something that makes you look like you spent a day in a wind storm. You don’t have to be a pro to get great results; you just have to use the right stuff.

The Right Suds Two-in-one shampoos were once thick,

make a world of difference to your hair’s health and appearance.

goopy concoctions intended to save

If smooth and sleek hair is your goal,

up coating the hair and robbing it of

friend. Applying the balm to damp hair

time in the shower, but that ended

volume. Thankfully, the new generation of shampoo-and-conditioner combos

is much more hair-friendly, and features natural ingredients that are lightweight

and promote fuller, bouncier hair. Instead of using harsh detergents that strip your scalp and hair of the good oils, today’s low-sudsing product uses botanicals

and essential oils to gently remove dirt

and replenish your hair with just enough moisture to keep it healthy, without leaving the volume-killing residue.

Creating a Barrier Blowing hot air directly on your naked hair is not unlike sitting on the beach without

wearing sunscreen. The result, over time, is dull, dry, and frizzy hair. Using a

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quicker and smoother results, and also reduce frizz, by not blowing hot air on already-styled sections.

blow-dry balm should be your new best

Locking In Your Style

will lightly coat your hair, creating a

While the days of “freezing” your hairstyle

It also seals the hair shaft, making it

of hair spray will give longer life to your

protective barrier against the heat. appear smoother and shinier.

For those who blow dry, but prefer a more tousled style, a lightweight

spray-in thermal protector will let your natural wave come through.

That Nozzle

in place are long gone, a light misting blowout, especially if you live in a highhumidity region. Create a barrier against humidity, and the frizz that comes with it, by using a humidity-proof hairspray.

Once your style is just right, spray your hair with a light coating to retain the

Remember that removable nozzle that

sleekness. If you have thick hair, you may

threw in your bathroom drawer and

protect the layers under the surface.

came with your blow dryer, the one you forgot? It’s time to dig that little guy back out and place it where it belongs – on

want to spray your hair in sections to Using the right products and tools will

the end of your blow dryer. That nozzle

not only give you better hair but can

controlled stream, which you can then

all of these a try, and start enjoying salon

concentrates the air flow into a

extend the life of your style. Give any or

direct exactly where you need it. You get

results from your home.

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Who Do I Call?

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information provided by Community Lifestyle Director Ashtin Slovak

antana is a unique community in that it does not rest inside the corporate limits of a municipality. Lantana is located in unincorporated Denton County. To provide some of the services that a municipality normally provides, Fresh Water Supply Districts 6 & 7 were created. This can be confusing sometimes for the residents of Lantana on which entity they should contact for a particular service or concern. Below is a small list to clarify who you can call for specific services.

Lantana Community Association

940.728.1660 | www.lantanalive.com After Hours emergency Line: 214.373.2412

FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT

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Trash Collection

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Water Bill

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Perimeter Stone & Brick Walls

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Right of Ways Along (Lantana Trail, Rayzor Rd., Branch Crossing, Stacee Ln.)

Denton County sheriff’s Office

Emergency: 9.1.1 Non-Emergency: 940.349.1600 •

Traffic Concerns (Speeding, Reckless Driving)

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Crime Stoppers

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Animal Control

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Jail Information

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Association Common Areas:

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North Amenity Center & North Pond

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South Amenity Center & Town Green

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Tennis Courts

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Mesquite Park Pool & Playground

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Building Permits

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Jail Records

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Hickory Park Pool & Playground

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Block Party Permits

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Warrants

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Oak Park Pool Playground

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Streets

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Architectural Review Committee Submittals (For All Exterior Modifications)

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Sidewalks (With more than 1 inch vertical movement)

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Street Regulatory Signs

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Neighborhood Parks

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Hike & Bike Trails

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Community Events

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Front Yard Maintenance

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Vector Security

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Grande Communications Basic Cable (In Select Neighborhoods)

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Barking Dogs (You will need to be able to provide address)

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Monument entry Sign Lights

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Street Light Outages

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