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FROM

Mother’s Day

TO FATHER’S DAY

M

y column last month focused on Mother’s Day and all the many blessings I’ve experienced over the years.

My husband, Scott, and our kids always go out of their way to make me feel like the best mother on earth – not just with the homemade gifts and expensive dinners on that single day but every day of the year.

I’m truly blessed to be a mom and wife.

But as we turn the page to May and inch closer and closer to Father’s Day on June 16, I urge you not to forget to show love to dear ol’ dad. A father is an equally important piece to the family dynamic, and as good of a mom as I try to be, I know my kids wouldn’t be where they are today without Scott. I know I wouldn’t be where I am without him as my husband.

I also know I wouldn’t be where I am without my daddy.

Our kids are lucky to have a mom and a dad; that’s not always the case with a lot of families out there. I am certainly not trying to create a downer moment by saying that, I’m just saying that we should all make sure to let dad know how much he means. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there.

Here are a few inspiring quotes I found online in honor of dads everywhere.

I love you, Scott. Happy Father’s Day. “My dad is my best friend, my father, and my boss. When I do something that is exciting, and he likes it, it feels three times as good as you can imagine.”

– David Lauren “I think my mom put it best. She said, ‘Little girls soften their daddy’s hearts.’”

– Paul Walker “My Dad is my hero.” – Harry Connick, Jr. “I’ve said it before, but it’s absolutely true: My mother gave me my drive, but my father gave me my dreams. Thanks to him, I could see a future.” – Liza Minnelli

Sincerely, Kelly Murray

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

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS The Home & Garden

ISSUE Learn about what’s trending this spring.

Learn about hot colors and the latest in indoor and outdoor remodeling trends.

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On the Cover: Southern Comfort Mechanical Team

FEATURED:

Continuing A Tradition Of Industry Excellence ASK THE EXPERTS

60 Resident Easter Photos

12 Gardening with Complete Solutions

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS

26 Organizing with Cloud Nine Organizing

16 Brakefield’s Pool Service: Superior Pool Service at Your Fingertips

30 Fitness with Jesse James Fit 34 Edit This with Steve Gamel

ARTICLES

38 School Days with Valorie McGilvra

08 Home Design 2019 Trends

40 Counseling with Hopemead 52 Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental PHOTOS FROM LANTANA 04 Resident Easter Photos 20 Resident Easter Photos 50 Resident Easter Photos www.LantanaLiving.com

10 Inside Community

42 EDITORS PICK:

Lantana Boy Scouts Troop 99 28 20 Questions with Jim Bridges State Farm 36 Summer Camp Activities 44 Lexi Quilty Advocating Her Voice 46 Foodie Friday with Jay Marks Real Estate 48 7 Crafty Ways to Entertain the Kids

11 Inside Education

54 Lantana Golf Club Gearing Up For Junior Summer Camps

14 Guyer’s Kilgore Wins State Honor

56 Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

18 The Makings of the Perfect Man Cave

56 Pet Adoption of the Month

24 Guyer High School Praise Renowned Speaker Alex Sheen

58 Guyer District 5-6A All-District Soccer 2019 62 Father’s Day Gift Ideas MAY 2019 | LANTANA LIVING | 7

Home & Garden Article

Home

DESIGN

2019 TRENDS

by Steve Gamel

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s the years continue to pass by, we know styles will always change. This doesn’t only apply to clothes, cars, and even the latest and greatest technological gadgets, but it also applies to the changing trends in our homes.

Homeowners take a significant amount of pride in the way their home looks – both inside and out – and are continually looking at ways to either reinvent the wheel or fall in line with what everyone else is doing. According to a variety of online sources, here are a few of the stylish 2019 trends to consider with your next home remodeling project.

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Color of The Year Quartz Countertops Everywhere you turn, homeowners everywhere have been praising granite as the be-all-end-all for countertops in both kitchens and bathrooms. But just last year, quartz rose up as a more popular option and doesn’t appear to be slowing down in 2019. Quartz is incredibly durable and, while human-made, can mimic the look of the more expensive materials like marble and slate.

The mega-popular paint company, Sherwin-Williams, revealed late last year that Cavern Clay SW 7701 is its Color of the Year for 2019. The company describes this earthy hue color as a “warm terracotta color with ancient, elemental roots” with the soul of the American Southwest.

We’re not sure know what ancient, elemental roots look like, so stop by your nearest Sherwin-Williams to find out because it’s apparently all the rage for both homes and commercial spaces.

Black & White Decor While white-themed kitchens were ruled to be “out” in 2018, the combination of black and white furnishings offer balance and a bit of a bold look to your interior space.

This goes for both furnishings and decor.

Outdoor Kitchens & Patio Furniture

Curb Appeal Our good friends over at the ML Group in Flower Mound decreed this just last year, and they’re right. A porch is the first thing visitors see when they walk up to your house. If you have a porch, and your style has changed, consider changing the color, add appropriate light fixtures, and enhance architectural details to the ceiling such as dropped beams and bead board.

You can also use cedar or metal accents, shutters, and even stain the concrete floor. www.LantanaLiving.com

Floral Print There has been a huge increase in the popularity of floral print recently. In order to successfully incorporate this into your home, you have to be sure not to use too much. Keep it subtle, such as a floral throw pillow or floral curtains. This can add a nice tone to the room.

Some outdoor trends that are becoming popular are outdoor kitchens and beautiful patio furniture. Xeriscaping is landscaping and gardening that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from irrigation and ends the hassle of daily watering. Another trend we are seeing a lot of is sun shades. Sun shades are a great way to allow you to use your outdoor space even when the 100-degree temperatures arrive. They not only provide shade from the sun, but they are also a great way to protect your outdoor furniture from the scorching sun and prevent fading.

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INSIDE COMMUNITY

DENTON WINE WALK May 29 | 6 – 9:15pm | 110 W. Hickory St. • Denton, TX 76201

Calling all wine lovers! This is a sip, shop and explore event where participants get to sample selected wines at their favorite shops around Downtown Denton while enjoying live music, art and special discounts. The wine walk takes place on the last Wednesday of every month from September to June with a unique theme each month. Denton Wine Walk tickets can be pre-purchased online for $10, or purchased at the door for $15. Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours early at dentonwinewalk.com.

MILITARY/VETERAN COFFEE & CRAFTS

Every Tues. | 10am | Chris Kyle Veterans Center 10600 Dunham Rd. • Roanoke, TX 76262 Open to Military Service Members, Veterans, and their Family Members! Come join us every Tuesday morning to drink coffee, meet new friends, and partake in whichever craft you prefer.

Examples of our Veteran’s crafts include crochet, painting, knitting, coloring, jewelry making, wood working, and many more! The event is free. Go to eventbrite.com and search Military/Veteran Coffee & Crafts to sign up.

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SUMMER DANCE CLASSES Camps start Jun. 3 & last camp is Jul. 29 | 10am - 12pm Imagery In Motion | 7160 Justin Rd., Ste. 200 • Lantana, TX If your kids are interested in a studio to join this summer, Imagery in Motion is an award-winning dance company geared toward the education and training of young, devoted dancers. Summer camps run Monday - Thursday.

Rates are $150 per camp. Visit imdance.com to view classes for your child’s age group and style of dance!

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INSIDE EDUCATION photo courtesy of Guyer Theatre Director Facebook page

GUYER PRESENTS A-WOP BOP A-LOO BOP PRODUCTION

June production of A-WOP BOP A-LOO BOP, the world premier of a New Musical by Mark Brymer and John Jacobson! Performances will be June 13,14, & 15 at 7:30pm in the Guyer Auditorium!

Tickets will be $15. More information go to https://www.eventbrite.com/o/guyerhigh-school-20179536834

GUYER

EVENTS

GRADUATION DAY

INFORMATION Don’t rely on your GPS to direct you to graduation parking at UNT this spring. Instead, plan to take the North Texas Boulevard Exit to access campus from I-35. Graduates and guests will park in Lot 20 around Fouts Field until it is full and then will be directed to Lots 36, 37, 39, 40 and 41. Doors will open 1 hour prior to ceremony start time. Only Gates A, B, D & G will be available for entrance. Go to www.unt. edu/2019-hs-cc-graduations for more info.

GUYER JROTC

SCHOLARSHIPS Congratulations to the following students who received scholarships for JROTC. Ashlyn Clark Jessica Gamsjager Cassidy Jester Kaitlin Koralewski Madison Miller Aris Quiroz www.LantanaLiving.com

GUYER GRADUATION DATES / EVENTS May 21 | 9:30am Seniors report to the Wildcat Gym for graduation practice.

May 22 | 1:30pm Seniors and staff report to the Black Gym to line up. Expect to practice at least 2 hours.

May 23 | 8:30pm Dress rehearsal - ALL Seniors report in CAP & GOWN to assigned seat in Wildcat Gym May 24 | 11am Graduation Ceremony at UNT Coliseum 601 N. Texas Blvd., Denton, TX 76201

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

How’s Your

PATIO

You don’t have to go massive, super luxurious, or over the top with it – just build to suit your needs.

Whether it be some taller landscape that creates a screen wall, a simple curtain and rod set up that you can pull back-and-forth as needed, or some remote solar screens that offer UV as well as bug control, creating that element of privacy and really finishing the space off, can make all the difference when your home and trying to unplug.

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hen people call in looking to create an outdoor space, we ask them what they envision

or are looking for within the new space.

Some already have plans and know

exactly what they want while others have no idea. Next question a lot of times will

be what do you like and dislike about your current space? This will often give the

client a chance not to be overwhelmed by the possibilities and allows them

to channel in on specifics. DON’T LET THE SOMETIMES OVERWHELMING AMOUNT OF OPTIONS KEEP YOU FROM MOVING FORWARD if you

need to call and consult with a designer

Your patio space should be an extension of the house – furnished and functional.

More than anything, it should be a space that’s designed to fit your needs.

This allows you to get out and enjoy the outdoors effortlessly.

Having a cover over your space allows for more useable time throughout the year

no matter the weather conditions and can make it feel as if it’s just another room in

the home. Sometimes a good balance of

covered as well as uncovered patio space

is the answer – just ensure you’re investing needs the best.

Also, putting in a side burner, extra

construction of the project.

usability and convenience of the space.

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Once you’ve got your patio footprint together, it’s always important to balance your hard space with a combination of turf and landscape areas. Much like the patio itself, landscaping could definitely be a do-it-yourself task, but sometimes design and installation are better left to be thought through by a local professional.

in a vision that’s going to fit your family’s

or use a company that specializes in the design aspect not only the

Fireplaces, fountains, fire pits, and other features won’t only set your space apart from others but will also provide some function to your outdoor living. Adding features to your patio space not only creates exciting destinations but also brings people together enabling you to enjoy the space that much more.

storage, or even a fridge can all add to the

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GUYER’S KILGORE

WINS STATE HONOR

by Steve Gamel

*Not Actual Player*

T

he Guyer girls basketball team wasn’t projected to come close to making the playoffs in 2019,

not after winning just five district games the year before. Not only did the Lady

Wildcats prove everyone wrong, but their massive turnaround season landed head

coach Aimee Kilgore one of the state’s top coaching honors.

Kilgore, who led Guyer to a district

championship, won the Class 6A Dean Weese Outstanding Coach Award in

April. She was one of six coaches, one in

each classification, honored by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches.

The other 2019 recipients were Lubbock

Cooper’s Kyle Lovorn (5A), Canton’s John Hobbs (4A), Idalou’s Tyler Helms (3A), Tehaha’s Gary Davison (2A),

and Bellevue’s John McGee (1A).

“I am super excited

coaches, and it’s always exciting to be recognized by your peers.”

TABC awards are

nominated by Texas

High School basketball coaches and voted on by Regional

coordinators and

Denton Record-Chronicle. “There have

Boyles was the team’s lone representative on the Class 6A TABC Academic All-State team.

“There have been some very good coaches before me that have really set the pathway for coaches, and it’s always exciting to be recognized by your peers.”

committees. All awards

are announced between the Boys

State Basketball Tournament and the end of school.

This was one of many awards the Guyer

girls program has picked up since the end

“The hardest thing is doing it for the first time...”

to receive the award,” Kilgore told the

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me that have really set the pathway for

of the season. The Lady

and very, very honored

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been some very good coaches before

Wildcats had five players

named to the District 5-6A

All-District list, including Co-

Guyer finished 23-12 overall and 12-2 in District 5-6A. It beat Marcus in the first round before losing to Skyline.

It was the first time the program had

made playoffs under Kilgore’s direction.

She took over the team when Andrea Robinson left for DeSoto in 2017.

This season was only Guyer’s second 20-win season since 2013-14.

“The hardest thing is doing it for the first time,” Kilgore told the Record-Chronicle.

“Getting that first playoff win under your

Newcomer of the Year, Alisa

belt makes a huge difference. The first

Callie Boyles, and Bella

never be the first time again under my

Williams. Jade Thompson,

Earle all made first team while Morgan

Helgesen was a second-team selection.

time you do it, everything is new. It will coaching, so we just want to keep building the legacy for the future players.” www.LantanaLiving.com

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Business Spotlight

SUPERIOR POOL SERVICE At Your Fingertips

by Steve Gamel

J

ay Brakefield didn’t see himself getting back into the pool cleaning business when he offered to help his boss figure out a pesky maintenance issue that a handful of pool experts couldn’t seem to figure out.

“I just said, ‘Well, let me take a look at

business to begin with,” Jay said with a

Brakefield said.

pool when he was in high school but got

it. I have some experience with pools,’”

laugh. He started out cleaning a friend’s away from it after graduation. He went

Within an hour, not only had he fixed

back to working on pools in 2007 but

the problem, but his boss was so thrilled that he insisted Jay personally take care

eventually joined the military

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To add more value-added services, Jay said he is continually learning as much as he can and currently offers inspections if you are planning on buying or selling a house. He also offers a free pool school for first-time homeowners who have never owned a pool.

“If all you know is that a pool is that thing in the backyard that holds water, we will come out and teach you how to work your pool. If you have a hot tub and have no idea how to turn the heat on, we can teach you that, too,” Jay said. “The goal is to make sure your overall experience with your swimming pool is the best around.”

fun. I got married,

own pool company

had kids, started a

and was servicing

company, and now

19 pools – all in the

it’s taking off.” pictured above starting from the left: Jay Brakefield, his son Dane Brakefield and Jay’s Father-in-law Paul Ice

77 pools a week and is quickly becoming the go-to pool company for Denton County residents.

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“Recently relocating from out of state, there are a ton of loose ends and details to keep up with AND we had never owned a pool before so we were clueless. Jay and Paul have done a fantastic job of keeping our pool swim-ready and also educating us in the process. Jay promptly answers our untimely (weekend) equipment questions and either walks us through the remedy or makes room for us in his schedule that day. Brakefield’s Pool Service is not only focused on servicing our pool, but they provide excellent customer service as well.” - Patti B

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he had started his

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They are committed to providing both a service and product that meets their customer’s needs and pride themselves on being that company where you can talk to the owner – any day, any time. Here is just one testimonial from a happy client.

2007,” Jay said.

four years later,

Brakefield’s Pool

the rollercoaster.

I mean, who

pool quickly

same area. Today,

“It’s been quite

specialist, a combination you simply can’t find with another pool company.

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Brakefield’s Pool

Service does more than just clean

pools. They are experts in everything from service and maintenance to maintaining chemicals and handling equipment

upgrades and remodels for older pools.

They are also a licensed irrigation

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Home & Garden Article

MEMORABILIA FOR THE WALLS

THE MAKINGS OF THE PERFECT

MAN CAVE

by Steve Gamel

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hether you prefer to call it a media room, den, mantuary, or man cave, every guy out there dreams of having one. They are great for watching sports, playing a game of pool with the guys, or sitting down to watch a movie on your very own big screen. They come in all shapes and sizes, and the benefits are truly endless.

So if you have a man cave, or you’re looking at purchasing a home that has one, what are the necessary items all man caves need? Well, that list can get pretty long. But here are just a few of the tamer items we came up with.

MULTI-FUNCTION RECLINER What man cave is complete without a state-of-the-art recliner that puts everything at your fingertips? Control the lights in the room, the television, give yourself a complimentary massage, and even have plenty of space to hold a few drinks and your popcorn. After all, the best part of a man cave is being able to be as lazy as possible.

DARTBOARD Granted, it’s probably not a great idea to have a regularly-used dart board in your man cave if it’s inside your house. But many man caves are right in the comfort of your garage, which is perfect for one of these traditional must-haves.

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BIG SCREEN TV WITH SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS It’s not a TRUE man cave if you don’t have a giant screen that could make even Jerry Jones proud. Even if sports aren’t your thing, the big screen TV coupled with surround sound speakers mounted in strategic spots throughout the room give you that instant theater-quality experience.

GIANT, COMFY COUCH, BARSTOOLS, AND BEAN BAGS This sort of goes without saying, right?

Unless you are a minimalist who prefers to sit on the ground (no judgment), where is everyone going to sit? There are plenty of options to suit every man child’s needs.

Dress up those walls and wow your guests with posters of Oscar-winning films, framed autographed jerseys, a Fathead or two, bobbleheads, custom display cases, and even shelves to display your prized GI Joe figures from when you were a kid.

Again, there are endless possibilities.

A SIGN THAT SAYS, “YOU ARE ENTERING THE MAN CAVE” This may seem like a very small detail, but for a guy, what says “I’ve officially marked my territory” better than a sign that says exactly what their space is designed to be? How manteresting! Outsiders beware because anything is possible inside the man cave.

A WET BAR AND FRIDGE Why not go full-bore with a wet bar and mini fridge? After all, you’re going to need plenty of space to make drinks and house all your cold items while hosting parties or watching the big game.

PLAYSTATION OR XBOX GAMING SYSTEMS Depending on your age, you may be grown up just enough not to be interested in playing video games anymore.

But these days, gaming systems like PlayStation and XBox offer so much more while doubling as a BluRay player as well as allowing you to watch Netflix, YouTube, and even live television.

CUSTOM LIGHT FIXTURES Let there be light! Put the true finishing touches on your man cave with custom light fixtures that speak to your style.

Maybe have a light fixture made completely out of beer bottles or oldschool football helmets. The possibilities are ends, guys. www.LantanaLiving.com

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Guyer High School Praise RENOWNED SPEAKER

Alex Sheen & His Inspirational Message

by Steve Gamel

this, and when it came down to the day of the event, everything went smoothly.”

Sophomore Ashley Rosengren agreed.

“One of the stories he told was of a father who wrote a note to his daughter on a

napkin every day for lunch,” Rosengren said. “He had found out he had cancer, and he committed himself to write that

note every day until she graduated – just in case something ever happened to

him. I thought it was a great message,

and I think everyone who was there paid

attention and ended up finding some sort of takeaway.”

Over the years, Sheen’s non-profit has inspired others to be aware of their

A

s the president of Guyer High School’s Upstanders Club, senior Katharine Weis and her

classmates have made bringing together the entire student body for an assembly

half the battle, as the next step is to make sure they always have a speaker whose

message will resonate with both students and faculty alike.

Put a check mark next to that box, too, especially after last month’s event.

Alex Sheen, a renowned speaker and

creator of the non-profit organization, Because I said I would, spoke to students and

faculty at a special assembly on April 2. Approximately

2,200 students were in the

gymnasium to hear Sheen’s

inspirational message while all sophomores listened

via audio stream from the auditorium. Sheen’s nonprofit is dedicated to the betterment of humanity

through promises made

and kept. He believes the consequences of broken

efforts spearheaded by the Upstanders Club, which was created three years

ago at Guyer as a bully prevention club and now has subchapters

commitments to themselves, others,

and their community and has distributed more than 10.3 million Promise Cards to over 153 different countries. After hearing him speak at a

at Harpool and Crownover

conference in November,

responsible for hosting at

9th and 10th grade student

per year, with this year’s

thought the message would

education amongst teens to

community that has had its

middle schools. The club is

Rebekah De Peo-Christner, a

least one educational event

assistance counselor at Guyer,

event zeroing in on character

be perfect for a Wildcat

help reduce incidences of

share of tragedies over the

bullying and self-injurious behaviors

while improving on academic success.

“He did a great job with his speech and incorporated some comedy that high school kids could relate

to while also providing an

inspirational message,” Weis

said. “Some of the takeaways that my friends and I had were that if you make a

years, most recently when brothers

Daniel and Diego Rivera were killed in a car accident in January.

“Our goal was to be inspirational and to bring everyone together,” De Peo

Christner said. “I’ve heard really positive messages, even from some members of

our staff. One senior mentioned that this

was the best presentation he’s heard in his four years at Guyer.”

promise, you should keep it

De Peo Christner said Sheen has high

long you will be here and

tools to help continue his message, and the

because you never know how

school chapters as well as free educational

when you can fulfill it.”

hope is that it could be something Guyer

Weis added, “It’s always

incorporates into the Upstanders Club.

promises plague our world, and nothing

nice to have something that can be more

“We have a good family here, and we

is something to change it.

students. I’ve been a part of two events like

to be a part of something like that.”

about that is going to change unless there

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inspirational … something that lifts us up as

support each other,” Weis added. “It’s nice

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photos courtesy of Guyer High School

look like a piece of cake. But that’s only

He was brought in through fundraising

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Ask The Expert: Organizing

DECLUTTER

DESTRESS

AND SIMPLIFY HOUSEHOLD PROJECTS

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hether you are a DIY expert or only use household tools when duct tape fails, you should have

the basics on hand and make sure they are stored in an organized manner.

Basic Tools Every Home Should Have: •

Claw hammer (one end is flat,

and the other end is in a V-shape to remove nails)

•

Screwdriver set

(Phillips and slotted)

•

Allen wrench set (hex key)

•

Medium size crescent wrench

•

Utility knife

•

Tape measure

•

Needle nose pliers

•

Level

•

Cordless drill

•

Putty knife

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Having these tools on hand will keep

you prepared if you need to take care of an unexpected, minor repair.

Also, the number of a good handyman is also a great idea if the job is too

daunting. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help from an expert!

Keep Your Tools Accessible and Organized:

Streamline your tools by sorting and

storing them by functionality and size.

Doing so takes the frustration out of finding the right tool for the job.

Group all tools and their corresponding accessories together, such as drills and drill bits. When they are all in the same

spot, you don’t have to waste time digging around in various drawers and cabinets

Store power tools off the ground in sealed cabinets or containers. You always want to keep them stowed away for safety’s sake.

Invest in a few heavy duty plastic drawers or containers for small miscellaneous items such as nuts and bolts. Make sure you label drawers and containers, so items are easily located.

MOST IMPORTANT TIP: After using your tools, put them back exactly where you got them.

When it comes to home maintenance, we all want the job to be done as speedy (and correctly) as possible. Having basic tools on hand is great, but you also want to make sure those tools are sorted in a manner that makes your life easier.

Declutter, de-stress and simplify!

looking for the correct attachment.

Install pegboards to hang frequently

used tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and hammers so that they are visible and

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20 Questions:

JIM BRIDGES

With Jim Bridges State Farm

by Steve Gamel

W

hen Jim Bridges opened his State Farm agency in Bartonville in 2011, he saw it as an opportunity to not only meet all of his clients’ insurance needs from A to Z but to also show how much he cares about family and having a positive impact on his community. More than just another salesman, Jim was the first person elected to the Lantana Homeowner’s Association and over the years has steadfastly supported a variety of community organizations and non-profits. For those who are longtime clients and friends, it is Jim’s ability to marry community and business that helps him stand head and shoulders above the rest.

In a recent interview with Lantana Living, Jim was gracious enough to play a game of 20 Questions, where he dished on everything from his worst trait to his favorite song to sing when everyone’s looking.

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Why did you get into insurance?

What is your least favorite trait

It was a lifelong dream since I was a little,

about yourself?

bitty boy. Not really, but it sounds good,

I’m too caring.

doesn’t it?

You are a big part of the Lantana

What is your favorite thing about

community. Why is that so important

your job?

to you?

The relationships I get to build with

I just want to give back. My community has

my clients.

been so good to me.

What is your least favorite thing about

What’s your favorite color?

your job?

Blue.

Taking phone calls from family members of clients who did not have life insurance.

If you couldn’t sell insurance, what

What’s your favorite movie?

Tombstone.

would you do?

What is your favorite food?

I would be a fishing guide for movie stars.

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If you are stuck in an elevator with one person, who would it be?

Morgan Bridges, because she’s the prettiest girl I know. photography by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com)

What’s your deepest darkest secret?

I use a wood-pellet smoker for my brisket and ribs.

If you had to karaoke one song in front of a packed crowd, what would it be?

“Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes” by George Jones.

What’s the dumbest way you’ve been injured?

I once slammed the car door on my finger.

What is your favorite trait about yourself?

My humility.

Do you have an unusual talent?

I do amazing BBQ. What’s the funniest thing you’ve seen your kids do?

My 3-year-old got mad because I got her a chicken biscuit instead of a doughnut

while we were on vacation, so she threw the chicken biscuit off the sixth-floor balcony of our hotel room.

Would you fold laundry or do the dishes?

Fold laundry, because all the cooking I do makes a huge mess.

Who is funnier, you or your wife?

I am.

Who or where would you haunt if you were a ghost?

I would haunt Mike Luzader for the rest of his life, everywhere he went. He’s a good buddy of mine.

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Ask The Expert: Fitness

EXERCISE, INJURIES & How To

AVOID THEM

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an you relate to this scenario?

After putting it off for too long, you commit to getting fit — only to

find yourself injured the minute you start working out.

All of a sudden your fitness goals go back on the shelf.

It is discouraging, painful, and downright depressing. And since studies suggest that up to 38% of all exercisers suffer

from an injury each year, it is a subject worth exploring.

The following three ailments occur commonly among active people.

Let’s explore the cause of each and then detail your very own injury prevention plan.

2. Sprain: occurs when a ligament

(connects bone to bone) is stretched or torn. While this can happen to

any ligament in your body, the most common placements of sprains

are in the ankle, wrist, and knee.

Often this injury will happen suddenly as the ligament is stretched beyond its normal limit, usually during a fall or other acute trauma.

3. Low Back Pain: it is said that 80% of the population will experience back

pain at some point in their lives—and the list of causes is as diverse as

the sufferers themselves. The main

reasons for workout-related back pain are because of using improper form

or relying on a muscle that is weak or

1. Strain/Pulled Muscle: occurs when

a tendon (connects muscle to bone) or muscle is stretched or torn. If you

suffer from a strain, you will feel pain and swelling in the muscle belly, or

loss of function if the strain occurred

hasn’t been adequately warmed up.

Your 5-Step Injury Prevention Plan The following five steps will dramatically your recovery time.

Step 1: Stretch

insufficient stretching.

the best way to increase muscle elasticity

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Step 2: Warm Up Your muscles need to be coaxed into motion by way of a 10-15 minute warm up to prepare them for injury-free use.

Cold muscles are less elastic and are therefore more prone to tears.

Step 3: Proper Gear For most fitness enthusiasts proper gear has everything to do with their shoes.

Don’t be fooled—not just any shoe will do.

Find shoes that offer support and traction for your exercise of choice, and make sure that they aren’t too tight or too loose.

If you are prone to ankle injuries, then try a pair of high-tops for extra support.

Step 4: Lifestyle Getting healthy amounts of sleep, eating well-balanced meals and staying hydrated will all contribute to your performance during exercise. The healthier your lifestyle is, the less likely you are to suffer an injury.

Step 5: Condition People who keep their bodies in top condition by exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are the least likely to injure themselves.

When exercise programs are started and stopped sporadically your muscles are most likely to become injured.

The ultimate injury prevention plan is to work with our team, your qualified fitness experts! Together we will explore proper technique and will craft a plan for your unique fitness goals.

Wouldn’t you love to see awesome results before this summer comes to an end?

It’s time to take action and get the results that you deserve!

reduce your chance of injury or speed up

in a tendon. Many strains occur as the result of an improper warm-up and

and durability. Tight muscles are big contributors to strains—remember?

Take the time to stretch every day before and after your workout to stave off injury.

Even though it isn’t exciting, stretching is

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CONTINUING A TRADITION

Of Industry EXCELLENCE

by Steve Gamel

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

174 Lake Park Rd. Lewisville, TX 75057

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

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

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When it comes right down to it, though,

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

taking care of you along with a short bio on their experience in the industry.

Not only does this give customers confidence that they will recognize the person showing up at their front door, but it shows just how much the company wants to build relationships with the community.

Along with the bio, there’s also a link customers can click on to get details

photo to the left by Your Candid Memories (www.YourCandidMemories.com)

“We always look to be better because

on where the technician is in route.

The world moves, so you should evolve,”

know, including Robert and BJ.

build on the trust our customers have

his staff with Brett, Luis, David and

you can’t keep doing things the same way.

Many of those technicians you already

he said. “It’s about finding new ways to

Steve has continued adding to

always had in us.”

Eric over the last several months,

Centrally located in Lewisville for the past 11 years, Southern Comfort has always been family owned and operated and built its reputation of keeping families cool in the summer and warm in the

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

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

quality and purification. Steve has been

committed to improving upon that legacy since he took over in late 2017 from

previous owners Jason and Laurie Fraser. photo to the right courtesy of Southern Comfort Mechanical

While it is still very much business as

usual thanks to a core of dependable employees, longtime customers may

have noticed a few smaller changes that are producing big results. One is with improved communication.

When you schedule an appointment with Southern Comfort Mechanical, you can expect a text message 24 hours ahead of your appointment time. While this is standard practice for many service

and that increased workforce has allowed them to handle service calls faster and more efficiently.

“We want to add different communication strategies and be better prepared to handle the calls that come in during winter and summer,” said Steve, who added that he still holds

tip Steve mentioned was to think about whether or not it’s your house that’s

three training sessions per week on

making you sick.

everything from technical training to

Over time, the air ducts in your home can

more ways to improve customer service standards. “The last thing we want is to keep our customers waiting.”

While Steve and the crew are hard at work tweaking things for the better, one thing that hasn’t changed is their ability to offer service solutions no matter the season. For example, it’s May now, which means the weather is heating up and homeowners will be looking for a reliable company to help with everything from preventative maintenance to system replacement.

Their staff is trained not only for installs but also making sure the system you choose is properly sized for your home.

organizations, regardless of industry, it is

Some of the system considerations to take

on the way” text. Southern Comfort has

two stage, and variable speed. There are

a picture of the technician who will be

in the summer and heats in the winter.

far from a simple, “Hey, your technician is

advantage of this spring are single stage,

taken things a step further by providing

also options for a heat pump which cools

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If you are battling bad allergies, another

build up with dirt, pet dander, pollen,

and more. Southern Comfort technicians are professionals at safely cleaning your

ducts so you can lead a healthier lifestyle.

On top of that, they also ensure your

duct work can handle the load of any

new system you may decide to purchase.

They offer the REMI HALO®, which further improves air quality inside your home by

working in conjunction with your new AC system to destroy pollutants before they reach your family, clients, or employees.

It is easily mounted into AC and

heating systems air ducts, where most problems start.

“And as always, it’s a great idea to keep up with your regular maintenance

programs for your air conditioner and

heater throughout the year,” Steve said.

“It’s important to keep everything up to date and running well.”

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Ask The Expert: Edit This

5 EASY WAYS TO MAKE YOUR CONTENT MORE READABLE

A

s your friendly, neighborhood writer and editor, I believe every small-business owner needs to produce content that is not only valueadded but is also authentic and helps them stand out.

After all, the last thing you want is to sound like everyone else, right?

But how do you accomplish that?

Here are five easy tips: Use words that are easy to understand Many times, business owners get too caught up in their industry lingo that they

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forget all that complicated talk and use of big words isn’t going to resonate with the everyday reader. Instead, focus on making the reading process easy for them.

Use shorter paragraphs, bullet points, subheads, and visuals

Everyone likes good visuals (photos, videos, etc.), and they’d also prefer not to

Talk directly to your readers Write in a such a way where the reader feels like you are talking to them directly (sort of like what I’m doing to you right now). Write in the first person and be conversational.

Don’t talk about too many things at once I talk to clients all the time about their blogs and how it’s important to stick to one topic per post, avoid rambling, and break the conversation down into bite-size pieces to avoid confusion and disorganization.

Pay attention to what your readers like Every time you write a piece of content, pay attention to how many likes or shares the topic gets on social media versus something else you’ve written.

have to read large blocks of text. This is where shorter paragraphs separated by bullet points, and even a few subheads can make longer articles, blogs, etc. scannable and easy on the eyes.

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by Barbara-Scott Kolb

Summer is just around the corner! Are you looking for some fun camps that will keep your kids active —physically, mentally and spiritually?

Tri-Sharks Training

New Song School of the Arts

Is your little athlete itching to compete in a triathlon, but could use some practice? Tri-Sharks offers a fun, dynamic program for parents and kids 7 and over, designed to educate and train those interested in participating in a multisport competition. Beginning in June, sign your kids up to spend Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at the Lantana North Amenity Center to start triathlon training!

Visit trisharkscoaching.com for more information.

Parents, are you searching for a summer program for your artist or musician? Whether your kid wants to learn about the art of acting, musical theatre production, how to rock out in a garage band, compose music, try out a new instrument, or create an art project, New Song School of the Arts has a camp for every child! Go to newsongschoolofthearts.com to save your spot at a camp that will hone your child’s craft in music and the arts. All camps can start in early June are located at 7861 Tudor Lane in Argyle.

Runs Through the Year

Start in Early June

Summer Camp at Briarwood Starts June 16

Briarwood is an outdoor ministry dedicated for children of all ages to join in fellowship, as they learn about Christ and his Creation. Along with Bible studies and worship services, kids will also enjoy activities such as archery, obstacle courses, fishing, swimming and much more. Kids will spend time with animals, compete in outdoor games, and end the day by the campfire. While connecting with God, your child will make lifelong friendships; overnight camps and day camps are available. The first group of campers will begin on June 16. Check www.briarwoodretreat.org for additional camp dates. Briarwood is located at 670 Copper Canyon Road in Argyle.

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Ask The Expert: School Days

for managing my home life. Here is how I start.

ORGANIZING with ADD/ADHD

by Valorie McGilvra

S

ummer is just around the corner. In fact, you’re probably already planning your family vacation, kid camps, and home projects. We try to fit so much into a short amount of time, don’t we? We set unrealistic time frames then beat ourselves up when we can’t get it all done. On top of that, if you have Attention-Deficit Disorder like me, you will start everything on your list and finish none. Before we know it, it’s back to school time! So, why is this summer going to be any different from the last 16?

Print out or use a paper calendar for

May-August. Write in all of the dates and commitments that are already planned.

Find one day a week that is your “ME” day.

It is a day you only do fun stuff and you

have no “have tos.” Then, decide on just

1 project that you want to accomplish for your home this summer. Schedule all of the days to complete the project.

One Day A Week Planning: Pick one day a week to sit and write down what needs to

be done each day. Break each action item

down to actionable steps. Rather than just

think, “Oh, I need to make an appointment for ????” For instance, write down what time on Monday you will call for an

appointment for an oil change or doctor

appointment. Once I get everything down on paper, I then transfer it to my Google

calendar. This way I have reminders and I can add any directions/phone numbers/

notes to the date.

To-do list: Throw this away. Write

everything on your calendar (in pencil).

For example, write down on Monday at 8 a.m. you will call and schedule the

doctor appointment. If you schedule

everything (even just the thinking about it)

you can start moving in the right direction.

For someone like me who has ADD,

one of my challenges is planning. I will Because I know now that all of these

tips I want to share with you that will help

habits or character flaws. I’ve read and

free summer.

things I do or don’t do are not just bad studied how people with ADD/ADHD

have underdeveloped prefrontal lobes.

Executive function and self-regulation

skills are the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember, and juggle multiple tasks. To read more about the ADD brain go to the Harvard website

below. https://developingchild.harvard. edu/science/key-concepts/executivefunction/.

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you create a plan for a productive, stress-

procrastinate to the point where it drives me crazy. So, by breaking my “things to do” down into manageable “chunks,” I can set the action in motion.

Digital calendars and my phone have

Summer Goals: Choose 1 and let the

As an instructional coach, I worked in four

tackle. Start to finish. Make it small and

helped me immensely with my job.

other go! Select just one project to

different schools in a year. One year I even

simple, like organize your child’s closet

and elementary, which have different start

of accomplishment and it will get you

to use my Outlook calendar to schedule

I hope some of these tips help! To learn

had to plan days around middle school

or a drawer. You will feel a great sense

and end times. Talk about crazy… so I had

motivated to do more.

every meeting, then add reminders.

Later, I realized how much easier my work was when I had this setup. I decided to

implement the use of Google calendars

more great organizational tips go to

www.organize365.com and for helping

with ADHD try www.additudemag.com.

Have a wonderful summer!

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Ask The Expert: Counseling

HEALING from Infidelity and Betrayal A

consider it a personal issue. Over the

years, the trauma is never addressed and merely accumulates.

The second therapeutic approach,

created by experts in the field such as

Milton Magness and Barbara Steffens and which offers healing in relationships and a chance for couples to move forward,

is referred to as the “Trauma Treatment

Model.” This model recognizes the level and depth of the betrayed spouse’s/

ll too often, when we are faced with infidelity and betrayal in our relationship or marriage, we come to believe that it’s our fault. We are told we had a part in it, we turn inward and blame ourselves, we feel rage, and we are led too fast too soon down a road of forgiveness which doesn’t address the wound and the trauma of having experienced betrayal.

Through personal and professional

When working therapeutically through infidelity, we need to follow a specific treatment that will allow for individual healing as well as a program for the couple to work through the dynamic that led to the infidelity.

The article I published in 2013 in Taylor

the couple. You can find more information

Literature on the Role of the Partner of the

Addicts Trauma Specialists.

Currently, there are two approaches in the area of affairs/infidelity. The first is the “Addiction Model,” which states that sexual addiction and affairs are a family affair and disease. Hence, the spouse of the offending cheater is shamed into believing he or she has a part in the infidelity and needs to take accountability and change his/her behaviors.

Most importantly, this approach leaves the betrayed spouse/partner feeling powerless and blamed.

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experience, we say this approach does not work. It does not empower either spouse

but merely encourages the deception and gaslighting to continue. And it doesn’t hold the offending spouse/partner

accountable. Furthermore, it consistently undermines the betrayed partner’s

partner’s trauma due to the infidelity and

offending behaviors of the partner/spouse and treats it accordingly. The offender is not shamed but held accountable,

confronted, and guided to learn how

to cherish and respect her/his partner/

spouse to develop healthy intimacy and

emotional and intellectual wellbeing.

vulnerability in the relational dynamic of

& Francis, A Systemic Review of the

at the Association for Partners of Sex

Sex Addict, Treatment Models, and a Call

When faced with infidelity, recognize

for Research for Systems Theory Model in

Treating the Partner, was precisely written under the “influence” of the “Addiction

Model” created by Patrick Carnes (think

famous celebrities retreating to Mississippi at Gentle Path), the sex addiction guru

who has written profusely on the topic and offers extensive training to therapists as

Certified Sex Addiction Therapists. I was

led to believe that the spouse/partner was at fault and needed to not only correct her/his behavior but could not hold

his/her spouse accountable for his/her

behavior. Rather, they had to consistently

your wounds and seek out therapists who specialize within the framework of the

“Trauma Model.” You will find support and validation, the gaslighting will stop, you

will be empowered to set boundaries, and you may experience a new found intimacy with your partner/spouse that you haven’t experienced before.

by Gretchen Hentsch-Cowles, MS, LMFT, Clinical Director of Hopemead Counseling and Trauma Center www.hopemead.com

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LANTANA BOY SCOUTS

TROOP 99

by Steve Gamel

I

f you’ve never been a part of a Boy Scout troop and wondered what they keep themselves busy with year-round, it’s a question worth asking. We know, because we asked one local troop – and their answer was inspiring, to say the least.

Say hello to Lantana’s own, Boy Scout Troop 99. Chartered in 2010 under

the charter organization, Lantana Cares, the troop is made up of 69 scouts, including 30 Eagle Scouts, and 47

registered adults, and their upcoming schedule of community activities,

events, and volunteer work is nothing

month, the troop spent several hours on April 27 picking up trash in the Lantana neighborhoods and several of the nearby waterways. They also helped play an active role unloading vehicles for residents who were looking to get rid of stuff like old electronics, paint, batteries, etc.

For Memorial Day, they

short of a bottomless

pit of character-building opportunities.

“I guess the real point is they are invested

in their community,” scoutmaster Nick DiSibio said.

“They do a lot of

community service that

Their goal is to train youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in outdoor activities and educational programs.

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DFW National Cemetery to place flags on the graves of fallen veterans, and in July, they’ll take part in a July 4 parade and help run bounce houses in Double Oak. And if that’s not a busy enough schedule,

a lot of people didn’t know they did.”

they will be at the Highland Village

So what are some of those community

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are planning a trip to the

at Alliance Airport in October. www.LantanaLiving.com

photos courtesy of Diana Dillinger This schedule does not include the litany

doing fun scout stuff each month,

of camping trips and other opportunities

is helping the boys build character

to earn merit badges. The Boy Scouts of

and become responsible young

America was founded in 1910 and is for

citizens who will hopefully become

kids ages 11 to 18. Their goal is to train

good practicing citizens in our country

youth in responsible citizenship, character

when they get older.”

development, and self-reliance through participation in outdoor activities and educational programs.

DiSibio added, “The boys love it.

They really grow, and when they come back from all these additional summer

“It’s their obligation to community service

camps, they come back a totally different

and doing a good turn each day,” DiSibio

kid. They get to learn about themselves,

said. “By doing these things, in addition to

responsibility, and choices.”

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For more information on Troop 99, visit scouttroop99.com or email contact@scouttroop99.com or scoutmaster@scouttroop99.com.

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LEXI QUILTY Advocating her Voice

S

by Barbara-Scott Kolb

elected from a pool of 1,000 applicants, Lexi Quilty has been chosen to represent the Juveniles Diabetes Research Foundation at the 2019 JDFR Children’s Congress Conference in Washington D.C.

Lexi, 18, plans to utilize every minute of the time she has at Capitol Hill to voice her knowledge on Type 1 diabetes and place pressure on Congress to renew the Special Diabetes Program. This program expires in September, and if proper actions aren’t taken, patients who are unable to afford insulin will go without it.

“This opportunity is a great reminder that there is good in the bad, and I am ready to share that good news with others.”

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“I am encouraging increases, not cuts, for the SDP; insulin is like oxygen to Type 1 diabetics,” Lexi said.

Eager to make an impact in the realm of diabetes, this young lady is out to prove a point — the access and affordability of insulin are saving people’s lives. Funds should be funneling in to the program rather than funneling out.

Instead of wallowing in the disease, Lexi has decided to face her diagnosis head-

on and use her platform to impact others struggling with the same ailment.

Her parents could not be prouder of her accomplishments.

“Lexi is on a mission to educate, advocate, and fundraise for a cure; she continues to amaze us,” Tamara Quilty said.

Lexi’s dedication to the cause propelled her to a meeting with Congressman Michael Burgess, and the duo plan to work together in the advancement of T1D research.

“I am honored to be selected as a JDRF Children’s Congress Delegate,” Lexi said.

“This opportunity is a great reminder that there is good in the bad, and I am ready to share that good news with others.”

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Foodie Friday DFW: Corky’s Gaming Bistro

Corky’s GAMING BISTRO

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hen you combine great food, arcade games (both old and new), escape games, and

axe throwing, how can you not have a great time?!

But since this is Foodie Friday, let’s talk about the food! Corky’s has great food options, whether you want to grab an

entree for yourself or you want to snag

And those are all things that you’ll

with the group while you throw those

in Grapevine!

comes with 4 Corky’s sliders, 4 pulled

find at the new Corky’s Gaming Bistro Owner, Craig Worrall, and his team have created this concept that is the ultimate

night out for adults. In fact, it’s a popular

destination for corporate events, birthday parties, and bachelor/bachelorette

parties. They also host Ladies Night every Wednesday after 4:00 p.m., where you’ll

get a 60-minute axe-throwing session for just $14.99 and half-price wine!

Never thrown an axe before? No problem!

Corky’s has employed some of the very

best local “axe-perts” to help you perfect your form. We had the chance to work

axes. We love the Pac Man Platter, which pork quesadillas, Paul Bunyan fries, and rhino spears (fried pickles), served with lumberjack dressing and spicy mustard.

Their burgers are FAN-FREAKINGTASTIC, and we found out one of the major reasons why. Craig and Lewisville’s Old Town Meat Market Owner, Shawn Knowles, are old buddies, so Craig snagged the Old Town Meat Market as their supplier, ensuring that you’ll love every inch of their burgers – starting with the beef.

with “axe-pert” manager and all-around

No matter what you choose when you visit

out one of us was too angry, one of us

time. So, plan a date night soon, or a

lumberjack, Daryl, and he helped us figure

Corky’s, you’re sure to have an awesome

was not angry enough, and the other (our

private event - you’ll absolutely love it!

videographer) had just the right amount of anger. Sounds about right!

photos courtesy of Foodie Friday DFW

one of their sharing platters to snack on

817.532.5000 CorkysGamingBistro.com 3520 Grapevine Mills Blvd. N Grapevine, TX 76051

And if old-school arcade games are your jam, then you’ll love what you’ll find at

Corky’s. They’ve got classics like Donkey Kong, Mortal Combat, and Guitar Hero.

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CRAFTY WAYS TO

ENTERTAIN THE KIDS LONG VACATION RIDES

by Steve Gamel

M

ost people are professionals at planning their summer vacation. They’ve got everything down to an exact science, from where they are traveling and how long they will be there to finding crafty ways to stay within budget. Even if they go over budget, that’s OK so long as they’ve gone out of their way to create family memories that will last a lifetime.

But no matter how detail-oriented you or your travel agent are when it comes to your family travel plans, you will undoubtedly be scratching your head trying to figure out how to entertain the kiddos on that long car ride or plane flight.

Now, some of you may be thinking, “Well, just give them a tablet, video game, or a couple of movies on Netflix, and you’re good to go. Maybe so, but that’s only going to keep them occupied for so long.

In this day and age, you’ve got to be armed with an arsenal of options.

Here are 7 crafty ways to entertain the kids that you might not have thought of.

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX ON CAR RIDE GAMES

There are always car ride staples like an old-fashioned game of Uno or Dominos, but give Road Trip Bingo a try.

Or better yet, play a game of I Spy or

see how many cars you can pass that are the same color or have a driver who is wearing sunglasses. This is a great way to keep the kids engaged for hours.

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GO EDUCATIONAL Before you go on your trip, take the kids on a special visit to the local library.

Let them pick out any book they want (picture book, magazine, comics, etc.) for the trip. Maybe even suggest a few books

that have something to do with where you are going, especially if it’s someplace historical. Summer is meant for fun, but where’s the negative side of your kids having fun and learning at the same time?

TURN YOUR BACKSEAT INTO A MOVIE THEATER This will take some creativity on your part, but take the traditional movie watching experience a step further by decking out the backseat with dark

blankets to cover the windows, popcorn and drinks, and even a few Hollywoodthemed decorations. The kids will forget they are in the backseat of the SUV.

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ENGAGE YOUR CHILDREN To piggyback off the previous tip, take an active interest in what they are reading.

Ask questions and have them explain what’s going on in the book.

DOWNLOAD A FEW KID-FRIENDLY PHONE APPS There are plenty of free phone apps that are kid friendly and can keep them busy for days.

If Netflix isn’t doing the trick, have them give an app like Disney Now a try.

BUILD YOUR OWN ART BIN Keeping a variety of toys and games on hand is the name of the game on long trips, and this is a great option whether you are taking a car ride or plane flight.

All you have to do is find a small bin with a cover and let your child fill it with everything from legos to crayons, small toys, stuffed animals, etc.

WORKBOOKS AND COLORING BOOKS There are plenty of workbooks out there that are educational and give kids plenty of things to do. A longtime staple is a coloring book. Just make sure you bring lots of crayons and markers. www.LantanaLiving.com

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Lost Ask The Expert: Dentistry

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ne of the great frustrations in life is losing things. We often lose our keys, a remote, and, from my experience, some even misplace their floss. Of course, even more frustrating, when we can’t make out why we lost these things in the first place – we lose our minds. In dentistry, one of the most arduous conversations to have with patients is that they are losing their teeth, unbeknownst to them the reason why. The cause is the dental condition dubbed “the silent disease,” otherwise known as periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disease affecting the soft and hard tissues supporting the teeth that is not immediately noticeable.

These days, most everyone has heard their dentist mention this oral disorder, but it can still be difficult to recognize or understand without

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explanation. Periodontal disease is most often caused by bacteria beneath the gums that causes inflammation of the supporting tissues.

The hardened bacteria becomes a plaque that cannot be removed by normal brushing and flossing because of its depth in the tissue and adherence to the tooth. Prolonged inflammation as a result of the

bacteria results in unrecoverable

bone loss, which can eventually result in tooth loss.

By understanding of the development

of periodontal disease, dentists will now

frequently measure for pocket depths that show bleeding indicating inflammation

to catch periodontal disease before the destruction of the tissue.

Typically, early periodontal disease is resolved by cleaning beneath the gums.

Of course, personal home care helps as flossing the bacteria as a film above the gum prevents its progression.

Other adjunctive treatment that is

beneficial includes power toothbrushes, water flossing, or mouthwashes.

A preventative approach is the best

way to keep from an unwanted dental

surprise. Regular dental appointments will help keep you and your dentist

knowledgeable about the state of your

periodontal health. Your teeth will thank you. Happy smiling!

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

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Lantana

GOLF CLUB GEARING UP FOR Junior Summer Camps

by Steve Gamel

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antana Golf Course provides yearround instruction for kids and adults of all ages, but being that summer

is approaching quickly, now is as good a time as any to get the kids signed up for some extra instruction mixed with lots of fun.

spend a lot of time on the driving range

what to expect. It was a great turnout,

treated as a beginner’s clinic. The full-day

club, and I came in not really knowing and everyone had fun,” said Director

of Instruction, Jamie Thompson, who

served as head golf pro and teaching professional at Coyote Ridge Golf

Registration is now open

for junior summer camps, which are slated to

begin March 28 and last

through the end of August.

Camps will be broken

down into two groups.

The first group is only a

Club and Bridlewood

“Last year was my first year with the club, and I came in not really knowing what to expect.

It was a great turnout, and everyone had fun...”

half day starting in the

mornings from 9am to noon. The second

group is all day from 9am to 3pm, Tuesday through Friday with the exception of

July 4 week. Campers in the half day

group must be between the ages of 6-15 and the all day group must be between the ages of 8-15.

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Golf Club in Flower

Mound before joining the team at Lantana.

He has more than 25 years of experience teaching

and putting green, as the course will be clinics will be more on-course training

learning everything from short game work to full swing work, course etiquette, and more.

There will also be a series of fun contests to keep the younger kids energized and eager to see what’s in store each day.

Campers will also receive a prize pack at the end of their camp.

golf to enthusiasts of all

In addition to junior clinics, Thompson

60 kids throughout last

instruction options.

ages. “We had roughly

summer, and I expect anywhere between 70 and 75 this year.”

The goal of every camp is for the

participants to receive individualized

attention and learn the fundamentals of

golf – with an emphasis on the first three letters (FUN). The younger campers will

said the club is always offering adult Online registration for all

junior clinics can be found at www.letsplay.golf/lantana.

For specific questions, interested families can call the golf shop at 940.728.4653 or email Jamie

Thompson at thompson@pga.com. www.LantanaLiving.com

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SHERIFF ’S

CORNER with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

WOMAN’S EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM

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he Woman’s Empowerment Program is a free class that teaches women about self-defense from

a two-fold perspective – the mental and physical aspects. The first hour is in the

classroom, and the second hour and a half you will hit bags, learn strikes, and how to get away from an attacker. It’s about

survival and how to take care of yourself.

The program started in 2017, in part,

because DCSO saw an increase in family

violence. Women who are domestic violence survivors who have graduated from the program often come back to help teach.

Our mission is to empower women and give them the self-confidence and knowledge to take care of themselves in any situation.

According to Social Solutions, more than 10 million women and men in the United States are subjected to domestic

violence every year. According to RAINN, millions of American women have been a victim of rape which is 90 percent of adult rape victims.

Sexual assault is never the victim’s fault, and it’s never too early to learn things they can do to protect themselves.

The four-part course is held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon, and registration is required. It is offered once a month.

For more information, call the Denton County Sheriff’s Office at 940.349.1515. You can register by email at WEP@Dentoncounty.com.

Please submit your full name along with contact information. Fifteen years and older can attend; additional details will be provided.

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Midfielder of the Year:

GUYER District 5-6A

ALL-DISTRICT

Soccer 2019

Mason Wallak, Keller Fossil Ridge Defensive Player of Year: Matt Dewitt, Keller

Goalkeeper of Year:

Harison Putsilnik, Carroll Co-Utility Player of Year:

Tate Cortez, Trophy Club Nelson Co-Utility Player of Year:

Oliver Placencia, Keller Fossil Ridge Defensive Newcomer of Year: Zach Agee, Keller Central

Co-Offensive Newcomer of Year:

GIRLS SOCCER 2019

Lily Taylor, Keller

MVP:

Cambree Towle, Keller

Zach Hill, Trophy Club Nelson

Megan Guy, Trophy Club Nelson

Co-Offensive Newcomer of Year:

Taylor Tufts, Southlake Carroll Offensive MVP:

Madison Drenowatz, Carroll Midfield MVP:

Kennedy Dahlin, Trophy Club Nelson Defensive MVP:

Taylor Hunter, Guyer Co-Utility MVP:

Hannah Gott, Keller Central Co-Utility MVP:

Mykenna Russo, Trophy Club Nelson Hannah Gage, Trophy Club Nelson Avery Thies, Keller Timber Creek Gabby Thies, Keller Timber Creek Colleen Anderson, Keller Timber Creek Olivia Ramirez, Guyer Maddie Janolo, Guyer Rachel Brandt, Guyer Lauren Avila, Guyer Sydney Nobles, Southlake Carroll

Kelsey White, Keller

Kendall Gilpin, Southlake Carroll

Goalkeeper MVP:

Madison Martin, Carroll

Madeline Bryant, Southlake Carroll Tara Sumer, Southlake Carroll

Co-Newcomer of Year:

Lauryn Mazick, Southlake Carroll

Riley Stern, Keller Timber Creek

Citalli Hidalgo, Keller Fossil Ridge

Co-Newcomer of Year:

Carly McKay, Keller Fossil Ridge

Hannah Khan, Carroll

Co-Coach of the Year: Mandy Hall, Guyer

Co-Coach of the Year: Matt Colvin, Carroll

Anika Maher, Keller Central Megan Maribal, Keller Central

BOYS SOCCER 2019 Co-MVP:

Preston Myers, Southlake Carroll Connor Lisenbee, Keller Co-Offensive Player of Year:

Cassidy Savoy, Haslet Eaton

Utah Mansell, Guyer

Landree Yocom, Haslet Eaton

Co-Offensive Player of Year:

Robbie Pino, Southlake Carroll

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First Team Jackson Dehaven, Trophy Club Nelson Jesus Sosa, Keller Central Kayden Gomez, Keller Timber Creek Logan Cobb, Trophy Club Nelson Marshall Dickson, Keller Central Nolan Mikolasik, Southlake Carroll Sebastian Echeverria, Guyer Anthony Maenza, Keller Central Ben Andrusin, Keller Dakota Lamb, Haslet Eaton Eduardo Mercado, Keller Fossil Ridge Jaron Petreas, Guyer JD Hodges, Keller Kian Hallilian, Southlake Carroll Parker Odle, Keller

Co-MVP:

First Team

Younes Mufleh, Keller Central

Tucker Britton, Keller Timber Creek Armando De Leon, Guyer Daniel Williams, Southlake Carroll Eric Jorgensen, Southlake Carroll Isaac Hall, Trophy Club Nelson Jake Buete, Southlake Carroll Quentin Helm, Guyer Tre Williams, Keller Diego Berlingeri, Keller Fossil Ridge Ryan Nolen, Haslet Eaton www.LantanaLiving.com

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Father’s Day GIFT IDEAS

A Round or Two of Golf You live in Denton County, right? There are dozens of golf courses all around you, from Lantana Golf Course and Oakmont Country Club to Bridlewood, the Golf Club at Castle Hills. So, treat him to a round of golf, maybe even offer to be his caddy for the day. If he’s played all those courses, you won’t have problems finding options outside the immediate area New Grilling Tools & Outdoor Kitchen Accessories

T ’ N S E O D E H E S U A C BE E! I T R E H T O WANT AN

by Steve Gamel

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ather’s Day is approaching quickly – it’s on June 16, by the way. So with that said, what do you plan to get the “old man” this year? You could go with another tie or a pair of those fancy moisture-wicking socks you saw at Dick’s Sporting Goods. But will he be happy with that?

Odds are – he won’t. We scoured the Internet and put together a short list of popular 2019 gift ideas for dear old Dad. Even if this list isn’t perfect, these gifts ARE better than another tie.

Amazon Echo Products

A Universal Remote for All of His Devices

It seems like you can’t go wrong these days with tech-conscious gifts. Did you know you can get an Amazon Echo or the smaller Echo Dot for less than $200? This year, there is the Amazon Echo Show, which shows your dad things rather than robotically telling dad to do things. Think of how much fun he’ll have with these gadgets. Plus, it’s a gift for the entire family – just don’t tell Dad about your ulterior motive.

We’ve all seen the TV shows where the dad is always dreaming of the remote that controls everything. Well, it’s a tech-savvy world, and it looks like you can make that happen for dear old dad this year with the Logitech Harmony Elite universal remote.

It can turn on lights, automatically set up a BluRay player or stereo, and activate other devices so that they turn on as soon as he comes home.

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Guys love to grill, and since summertime is practically upon us, a great idea would be to make sure Dad gets an upgrade on his utensils and various grill master accessories.

This can be anything from utensils to kegerators, wood pellets, pans and racks, and new rubs and sauces. You can find them anywhere, including local stores like Grill This BBQ Supply in Denton.

Cornhole Game Boards Hands down, Cornhole is the best backyard game of all time. If your dad doesn’t have at least one board and few bean bags, he’s missing out. Go a step further and get them personalized or go with a sports themed version.

Concert Tickets or Sporting Events Treat Dad to a day at the ballpark watching the Rangers do their thing (hopefully winning). There are also plenty of concert and event options at American Airlines Center or even Bass Hall in Fort Worth. Want to go crazy and get out of town, make a weekend trip out of state to go see his favorite band. That’s a memory worth creating.

Gift Cards & Lots of Them Let’s face it, sometimes Dad is the most simplistic human being on the planet.

He doesn’t want or need fancy trips, the spa treatment, or even a trip to watch the Rangers. Sometimes all it takes is two or three quality gift cards. Not only does that show you care, but it gives him the choice of what to get himself for Father’s Day. www.LantanaLiving.com