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September 2017

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Prevention is Key

Experience Yoga

With a Purpose

North Texas

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Texans Great

y career started in Houston. Despite living in West

Virginia, Connecticut, New

York, Chicago and London,

Houston is where I have lived

for the longest period of time.

I kept going back. As I tell

people, no one moves there

for the weather, but you won’t find better people on the planet.

That holds true for all of Texas. I wasn’t born here, but I won’t leave without a

fight, either. After watching the worst of the country in Charlottesville, Virginia,

just a few weeks ago, it’s wonderful to see my fellow Texans leading the country to

(armed with gas cans in tow) took a delivery truck to Houston full of everything from baby clothes and diapers to water and pet food. The lobby at Liberty Christian was full and they plan to take even more trips to help those in need.

Many more residents volunteered and drove to Houston to help. Sparky Pearson of Fuzzy’s, Earl’s and Kimzey’s in Argyle drove down with his son, Will, to help rescue people in their boat. An enormous number of other boaters, also bringing their own personal boats, came from all over the country to help those in need.

Groups of volunteers are now going door

victory over hate and division.

to door to help tear down sheetrock, pull

Despite the rivalry between Houston and

up carpet and take neighborhoods down

in North Texas jump right in to help our

fellow Texans.

Dallas, I saw some amazing people here neighbors to the South. Lantana’s Jim

Bridges and Mission Moms were hard at

work collecting buckets, trash bags, mops, bleach and other cleaning items that Jim

to the bare bones in order to help their

It took a bully named Harvey to put it all in perspective. He may have won the battle, but Texas won the war.

personally delivered to the Houston area.

Perseverance and resilience in the face

Ashli Wolf headed up a relief effort at

of unthinkable odds is what makes Texas

Liberty Christian School. Ashli herself

great. It’s also what makes Texans great.

Sincerly, Susan Neuhalfen

Writer and Editor for Argyle Living, Lantana Living and Lake Cities Living Susan@murray-media.com 972.899.3637 Ex. 101

Table of

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On the Cover is 3 Kings Roofing Team

Featured:

Editors pick:

3 Kings Family Serving Their Community

Experience Yoga with A Purpose

Yourself

Family

Lifestyle

08 Breast Cancer:

26 Inside Community

46 North Texas Harvey Heroes

27 Inside Education

49 No-Fault Divorce in Texas

Prevention is The Key 10 Healthy Family Meals for Fall 12 Makeover of the Month 14 Fitness with Jesse James Fit 16 Sadie’s Sleigh 3.0 18 Ranch Hand Rescue Adds New Location 20 A Veteran and His Dog 24 Women’s Wellness

28 Lantana U-Nite!

31 College Prep with Vanguard 36 What’s All The Fuss About Split Divisions 38 Edit This with Steve Gamel 40 Counseling with Acorn Counseling 41 Surviving Stomach Viruses 42 Volleyball: Guyer’s Pittman Commits to Texas State 44 Dentistry with Dr. Matt

50 Gardening with Complete Solutions 52 Where do Kids Eat Free?

54 What’s in Style?

58 Recipes with Coffee 60 ASK Kickoff Party Huge Success

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Yourself

Breast Cancer:

Prevention Is The Key

by Susan Neuhalfen

C

hances are, you’re in a room right now with a woman who has or has had breast cancer, and probably more than one woman. That’s because one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Think about that: one in eight.

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime

Breast cancer is the #1 cancer killer

While many like to point to family

if you catch it early, there’s a very good

factors that contribute to breast cancer.

many factors that contribute to breast

control, most have to do with everyday

among women but the good news is,

history, there are, in fact, many other

chance you can beat it. While there are

While some are not within a patient’s

cancer, most doctors will agree that

lifestyle choices. Some contributing

prevention is the key.

lifestyle factors include:

The first step to prevention for women

•

Obesity

•

Smoking

•

Excessive alcohol use

•

Unhealthy diet (refined foods,

is to remain up to date on their regular

exams. Though most women are urged

to begin mammograms at the age of 40, many doctors recommend that women

should start their own self-breast exams by the age of 30. There’s no risk so the earlier a woman starts, the better. It may

than sorry.

Yearly mammograms

after the age of 40 are another necessity. If

you have a family history

Start by having a conversation with family members. Knowing your family medical history can help you avoid a lot of medical issues, including breast cancer.

•

The next thing to do is stick to your regular OB-GYN exams and mammograms. For most of us, that’s only once a year – not really a big commitment.

•

Perform breast self-exams whenever you shower.

•

Above all, keep a healthy lifestyle.

meats, saturated fats, sugars)

healthy lifestyle. The less risk

Family history is another important component. If a patient has a sister, mother or daughter diagnosed with breast cancer, the risk for

of breast cancer, you

•

This is another reason to adopt a

cause an unnecessary alarm but it’s better to be safe

(1-2 drinks per day)

Here is a quick list of things you should do:

the patient is doubled.

may want to consider a

factors you have, the better your chances of avoiding breast cancer.

Women over the age

of 50, women who have

had children in their 30s

and women who had a

menstrual cycle prior to age

12 also have a higher risk of

screening mammogram before

the age of 40. Even if it isn’t covered by

insurance, a screening mammogram isn’t

very expensive and it would be worth it to be certain.

necessary to request a breast MRI or ultrasound. Ask the radiologist who

performs your mammogram to inform you of your breast density score and find out if a different test is right for you.

So how do you know if you are at risk for breast cancer?

side of the family, should give a patient reason for concern. There is also a small

developing breast cancer.

chance that a patient’s breast cancer is

Family history is another important

tied to a genetic mutation, though it only

component. If a patient has a sister,

mother or daughter diagnosed with

accounts for about 5% of all breast cancer

is doubled. If more than one of these

genetic testing available and, if found, a

diagnoses. The good news is, there is

breast cancer, the risk for the patient

If you have dense breasts, it may be

Any instances of family cancer, on either

relatives has been diagnosed, the patient’s risk is five times higher than average.

As strange as it sounds, men can get

breast cancer though it is rare. However, if a patient has a brother or a father with

breast cancer, her chances of developing breast cancer will increase.

plan may be established early.

The most important thing a woman can do it simply limit risk. Some things are out of our control, but if there are risk factors that you can control, you should.

Some contributing lifestyle factors include:

Unhealthy Diet (refined foods, meats, saturated fats, sugars)

Smoking

Excessive Alcohol Use (1-2 drinks per day)

Obesity

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Yourself | Nutrition

Healthy Family Meals For Fall

Easy Pesto Sauce MAKES ABOUT 2/3 CUP • PREP TIME: 5 minutes • COOK TIME: 0 1 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves

Dear Annette:

Think also about sauces. One or two

Fall is in full swing. With busy schedules, it seems impossible to have healthy meals ready for my family. Help! before I go through the drive-thru again!

Dear Reader: First, let me congratulate you for not wanting to go through any drive-thru.

Children’s brains are still developing and there are now thousands of studies that clearly show that trans fats, processed sugars, and food additives affect how our brains develop and function. That means that fast foods are negatively affecting the brain and the body. So, what is the answer?

To be healthy we need to be using our kitchens or have access to healthy “to go’ meals such as the meals we have at Savory Bistro. This time of year, think of soups and one-dish meals that are fast and easy.

Most can be frozen and keep for up to 3 months for those nights when there is no time to cook.

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sauces can transform a simple baked chicken breast or some plain pasta into

1/2 cup shelled raw pistachios 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

a gourmet meal in minutes. Things like

1 tablespoon freshly squeeze lemon juice

tomato sauce, pesto sauce, or a balsamic

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

vinegar sauce bring a simple baked chicken breast to life.

Another option is the “picky“ dinner. I like

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon water (optional)

fast and easy.

Put the basil, pistachios, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor and process until well blended. For a thinner pesto, add the water and briefly process again. Taste; you may want to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of salt.

Breakfast for dinner is also a perfect

Reprinted with permission from The Longevity Kitchen:

to use boards and put out all sorts of fun ingredients like olives, cheese, nitrate free cold cuts, pickles, nuts, fruit, hummus, vegetables cut small and a little bread. It’s

solution. Simple scrambled eggs with onions, mushrooms, peppers, cheese and spinach is a high protein, high fiber dinner.

Take a little time to search for recipes with ingredients that appeal to you and take less than 20 minutes to make.

Here is one of my favorites:

Satisfying Big-Flavor Recipes Featuring the Top 16 AgeBusting Power Foods Copyright © 2013 by Rebecca Katz with Mat Edelson, Ten Speed Press, a division of the Crown Publishing Group, Berkeley, CA.

Sincerely Yours, Annette Doody

Savory Bistro Owner & Wellness Coach

www.thesavoryteam.com

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Yourself | Makeover

Makeover of the Month

Anna Casteen

Anna Casteen was nominated by her

sister, Amy, for a makeover. After eight

years of teaching middle and high school

Before After

math in New York, Anna has moved back to the area and no one is happier about this than Amy. They do Zumba together

twice a week, have game nights and now Amy is helping her get ready for her

wedding in February. On top of all that, to Amy’s daughter.

Anna now teaches at a community

college and doesn’t have the summer off, only Fridays, so Amy thought a Makeover and clothes provided by

makeover at Cloud 9 would be a perfect way for her to enjoy the summer, even if for only one day.

214.415.4806 www.cloud9salon.com

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Pauletta gave Anna a mini facial to remove dead skin to brighten her

appearance and add moisture. She also performed an eyebrow wax and tint so

that her eyebrows would frame her face for hair and makeup purposes.

Make-up application done by Taylor Compton Taylor lightened Anna’s hair two levels,

and added a lightning strike in the front to

brighten up her face, in order to match her personality to her new look.

Taylor used Mary Kay make-up provided by

Lindsey Redfern Mills, a pink Cadillac driving

Sr. Director with Mary Kay Inc. who wants every woman to feel beautiful in her own skin.

Want to be the next Makeover? Email cloud9salon@cloud9salon.com and tell us why you deserve it!

photography by Caroline Simpson

Anna is apparently the “coolest aunt ever”

Make-up by esthetician Pauletta Collins

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Yourself | Fitness

Change your

workout

to change your body

H

ave you ever wondered if those minutes you spend in the gym are

burning fat or just time? Could it be time

to update your outdated exercise routine?

Unfortunately if you are like 80% of gymgoers, time is the primary thing you’re

burning. I find it shocking that so many

well-meaning folks are still exercising with such outdated notions of what constitutes an effective workout.

I don’t want that to be you.

Here are the top 3 outdated, time-burning exercise techniques to NOT DO: 1) Slow and Steady Cardio Sessions:

workout is through. And this is not the only benefit to HIIT workouts – there’s also the bonus of increased muscle tone, fat loss

and an increase in your aerobic capacity.

2) Weight Machine Wandering: You’ve seen this character: he wanders among

the weight machines, plops down on an open one and cranks out a set (without

adjusting the weight or seat) and just as quickly as he came, he’s gone off to the next open machine. There’s no rhyme

or reason, and his technique and form

are way off due to his careless use of the

machines. Do I even need to explain how this haphazard exercise technique burns

more time than fat? I didn’t think so. Make

Walk into most gyms and you’ll see every

the most use of your time in the gym by

people in a slow, steady state of cardio.

to discuss a plan of action towards your

single piece of cardio equipment full of

Meanwhile the free weight area is a ghost town. The idea that one should toil for

hours in a steady state of low-intensity

cardio in order to burn fat is the ULTIMATE outdated exercise technique. New science has clearly proven that explosions of speed and intensity are the future of

fat burn. Not only is steady state cardio boring, the time could be used more

efficiently. Instead spend that time used to maximize calorie burn with HIIT (high intensity interval training): the idea of

utilizing your entire body with different

contacting one of our personal trainers goals. This way the next time you are in

the gym you get the most use of your time with an effective result driven workout.

3) Chronic Low Intensity: When you

simply go through the motions during

your workout, that’s classic low-intensity.

You’re not pushing yourself with

challenging weight, you’re not trying to

go faster, and you’re not really breaking

a sweat. Oh and, big surprise, you’re also

not burning any fat. Each workout should be a challenge to go harder than the day

before. If you find yourself just-going-

through-the-motions then quickly pick

up the pace. Intense exercise= intense

after-burn. You’ve made the effort to go to the gym, might as well make it worth your

time and effort! Results happen when you challenge yourself. If your workout isn’t challenging you, it won’t be changing you either.

So what’s the secret to burning fat? It’s

a challenging routine that incorporates strength-training, intervals of intense

cardio and is done with intensity. Sound complicated? It doesn’t have to be. We are here to provide you with the most

cutting-edge workouts that deliver results while burning fat. Contact us today and let’s get moving towards your goals.

movements and intensity to accelerate fat

burn. Not only will you burn calories while you exercise, but long after you’re done.

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

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Yourself

Sadie’s Sleigh 3.0 10,000 Toys for Kids

by Susan Neuhalfen

I

f you don’t think that one person can make a difference, then you’ve never met Sadie Keller.

Sadie was diagnosed with leukemia when she was only 7 years old. At a time when she should have been playing ball or

Barbies, she began intense treatments to

Santa to deliver them. They decided to

start a toy drive to get toys to the children at Children’s Medical Center in Dallas

with a goal of 300 toys. They collected over 1300 that year so they made an

even loftier goal the second year at 2600 toys and collected nearly 5000 for two

battle the disease. Not only did she take

hospitals: Children’s Medical Center in

United States Congress.

Fort Worth. So this year, the goal is 10,000

Sadie has become a voice for childhood

Center in Dallas and Plano, Medical City

cancer on like a champ, she’s taken on the

cancer, speaking in Washington on behalf

of the RACE for Children Act which passed this year thanks to her and countless

others. She’s been recently invited by

Representative Michael McCaul to speak at the Childhood Cancer Summit as well

Dallas and Cook Children’s Hospital in

toys for four hospitals: Children’s Medical Children’s Hospital in Dallas, and Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth.

Here are ways that we all can help: •

as at CureFest for Childhood Cancer.

Keller Foundation Facebook page for

in September as it is Childhood Cancer

Sadie keeps a full schedule all year with

information as it is posted) •

speeches and milestone gifts for her

fellow cancer patients, but what Sadie is best known for is Sadie’s Sleigh and this

participating businesses at their

drop off locations (check the Sadie

Both events are held in Washington D.C. Awareness Month.

Buy toys and deliver them to local

Instead of a white elephant party at work, have everyone buy toys and donate them to Sadie’s Sleigh 3.0

•

year will be bigger and better than ever!

Go to their amazon.com wish list and order toys there.

- Amazon.com

Sadie’s Sleigh was started 3 years ago

- Click on Gifts and Registry

when Sadie expressed concern to her

- Click on Friends and Family Giving

parents that the kids who suffered like

- Type in Sarah Keller in the

she did in the hospital might not receive

search box

Christmas gifts if they weren’t home for

- When Sarah Keller in Lantana’s Sleigh 2017 •

Max tax deductible monetary

donations through the Sadie Keller Foundation website and let Sadie do the shopping for you:

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photos courtesy of Sarah Keller

box appears, click on Sadie’s

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Yourself

Ranch Hand

Rescue Adds New Location

by Susan Neuhalfen

R

anch Hand Rescue has expanded and is now serving its clients in two locations in Argyle. The newest location, on 377, is more focused care for veterans, while the original location, next to the American Pet Spa, is still oriented toward families and mostly children.

and agencies who refer clients to them.

“This new location is better for the veterans because it is completely handicapped accessible,” said Bob Williams, the founder of Ranch Hand Rescue. “We had to keep the other location because we are overflowing with clients.”

“Today there is a lot of data about the

current treatment program.

Ranch Hand Rescue is a unique entity.

They are a mental health facility serving as a last resort for many who don’t respond to traditional mental health treatment.

Williams began RHR as an animal rescue sanctuary. He rescued the animals that everyone said couldn’t or shouldn’t be saved. These were animals that had been abused, some missing legs, and some suffering permanent injuries from neglect.

Williams took them all in, got them the care they needed, and gave them a home.

state would like

Then RHR made a breakthrough discovery.

They found a profound connection between abused and neglected people and abused and neglected animals. Since then they have used animal therapy as well as many other forms of therapy, to help heal victims of trauma.

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bond between abused and neglected

people and animals,” said Williams. “We were the first to collect that data.”

In fact, their treatment methods have been

Williams is quick to point out that they are simply a compliment to those agencies.

Their partner organizations do a great

job. RHR is there to help the children and adults that were not progressing in their

Though traditional therapy works for many trauma victims, Williams explains that

5-8% do not move forward and need

a different kind of help. RHR therapists are not only

licensed professional

so successful, the

counselors,

but they are

nothing more

also certified

than to have

in animal

RHR facilities

therapies such

all over Texas.

as equine

That will take a

assisted

lot of time and

psychotherapy.

a lot of money,

After extensive

but if anyone

testing and

can make this happen, it’s

Bob Williams.

“A lot of victims don’t have

evaluation the right

therapy is designed

to help them push

forward. RHR offers animal-

the ability to pay,” said Williams. “My

assisted therapy, equine therapy, EMDR,

don’t have the ability to pay.”

therapy and TF-CBT.

passion is for people who need help but RHR works closely with children’s

hospitals, health care professionals

faith-based, sand tray, art therapy, play

“The connection felt between the animals and the clients gets to root of the trauma

quicker,” said Williams. “Something

happens between them and that’s when the healing begins.”

RHR is continuing to expand programs for kids, families and veterans and will

be introducing new initiatives for their

current clientele as well as those victims of sex trafficking.

It’s a never-ending battle, but Williams and his team are passionate about helping people.

“I surround myself with all of these great people who work here,” said Williams.

“They aren’t here for the money, they are here for the mission.”

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Yourself

by Susan Neuhalfen

A Veteran and his Dog:

Saving Each Other and the World

E

very day, 22 veterans commit suicide. It’s a staggering statistic and one that many veteran support

groups are fighting every day.

“I told myself if I was going to do one

thing in my life to make a difference, I was going to save this dog,” he said. “I put the dog in my car and went to find help.”

Rob Genet knows this all too well. His

Sadly, he couldn’t save the dog, a Pit bull

after Genet was discharged from the

but it motivated Genet. He wanted to do

father, a veteran, took his life 30 days

military. Genet, too attempted to take

his own life at the pinnacle of his decent following the military, illegal activities, and drug addiction.

that had been abandoned after a fight,

something to help veterans like him and he had an idea.

“I wanted to not only help the dogs, but

to help other vets like myself to heal,”

“I fell in with the wrong crowd after leaving the military,” said Genet who first served as a Marine and then in the Navy from

1997 until 2002. “I injured myself during a

fall and was put on all kinds of drugs until I was finally diagnosed with a brain injury.”

Genet was later diagnosed with kidney

disease and heart damage as a result of

years of drug abuse. After receiving this news, he walked out of the hospital and

came upon a dog lying in the VA parking

said Genet.

Through The Love Pit, a local Pit bull

rescue, Genet found Buxley, another

Pit bull pulled from the fighting ring,

who was destined to become Genet’s constant companion.

“I wanted to not only help the dogs, but to help other vets like myself to heal,”

lot. Someone had abandoned it to die.

This was a pivotal point in Genet’s life.

Genet, along with a friend formed Pitbulls for 22 which now works with The Love Pit

Buxley

and No Bully Left Behind, along with local

need to make it through the rough spots.”

The general public may support Pitbulls for 22 by purchasing merchandise at pitbullsfor22.com or donate directly to Buxley’s Battalion (the non-profit arm of Pitbulls for 22) at buxleysbattalion.org.

Veterans and their families can reach out to Buxley’s Battalion or Pitbulls for 22 to access the programs they are building to

eight dogs so far and have sponsored

and to request a dog.

them as companion dogs, but hope to

“Both of us are no longer fighting for

to match dogs to vets. They have placed

help veterans engage back into civilian life

criminals and now have each other’s

“We want veterans to know they can reach

backs,” wrote Genet in his blog. “A Marine

with her brother, are business partners

and friends of Genet. “The biggest benefit they receive from an emotional support

turned drug dealer and an ex-fighting dog together taking on the world.

Who would have thought?”

photos courtesy of Rob Genet’s Facebook

place trained service dogs.

out to us,” said Sandi O’Neill who along

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now and to have that support that they

shelters and other rescue organizations,

three others to adopt. They are placing

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dog is staying focused in the here and

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Yourself

Experience Yoga with a Purpose

by Susan Neuhalfen

Y

ouTube has brought us an entirely new set of celebrities, each specializing in his or her own

brand of entertainment.

The fitness industry has exploded with online videos, none more beautifully crafted than the folks at Boho Beautiful.

This is what happens when you pair a videographer with an Olympic-trained gymnast. Not only do you see the magic they create on-screen, you see their amazing relationship off-screen.

Juliana Semenova immigrated from the Ukraine to Canada at the age of

10. She became a professional athlete, winning gymnastic medals for Canada

and becoming part of the 2008 Olympic

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industry and set out make a difference with his talents.

They travel on a shoestring budget,

Development Team. She suffered

shooting videos in the most beautiful

retirement at the age of 17. That is when

take their audience on tour with them

herself back to health.

culture. Whether they are riding on a

a severe spinal injury forcing her

and remote locations in the world. They

she turned to Pilates and yoga to bring

as they meet locals and experience the

Mark Spicoluk began a career in music as

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to everyone’s surprise, he quit the music

motor scooter or hopping on a stranger’s

a teenager, touring with Avril Lavigne and

houseboat, the viewer becomes part of

Universal Music Canada. Despite climbing

workout might change, the message

he felt empty until he met Juliana. Much

others toward health and mindfulness.

becoming the youngest head of A&R for

the excursion. Though the scenery and

the ladder to success at such an early age,

remains the same: they live to inspire

Boho Beautiful is now embarking on something they’ve never done before: a U.S. tour. The Positive Movement Tour consists of yoga events, benefiting local animal welfare organizations.

They will be visiting the North Texas area for two events starting November 9. Working with Pure Synergy in Corinth, the first event will benefit TCAP. They will hold another yoga session that same week to benefit our own Ranch Hand Rescue in Argyle.

Participants will be asked to make a donation in exchange for participation in the yoga session. Every single dollar raised will go toward the charity organization.

Tour dates are posted on bohobeautiful.life and the tour will be featured on their Boho Beautiful YouTube channel.

Stay tuned as we update the exact times and locations

photos courtesy of www.facebook.com/bohobeautifullife

for our events here in North Texas.

www.bohobeautiful.life

Mark Your Calendars - November 8 & 9 The Positive Movement Tour consists of yoga events, benefitting local animal welfare organizations. They will be visiting the North Texas area for two events starting November 9. Working with Pure Synergy in Corinth, the first event will benefit TCAP. They will hold another yoga session that same week to benefit our own Ranch Hand Rescue in Argyle.

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Yourself | Women’s Wellness

Vitamin D

Deficiency

E

xposure to sunlight can increase levels of vitamin D in the body, therefore most people feel that their levels of vitamin D are acceptable because they get adequate sun exposure. However, it is estimated that 1 billion people worldwide and 41.6% of the U.S. population is vitamin D deficient. The deficiencies are even higher in Hispanics at 69.2%, and African Americans at 82.1% related to increased amounts of melanin in the skin which blocks the sun’s rays. In addition, because of our increased awareness of the risk of skin cancer with sun exposure, limited sun exposure and sunscreen play a role in vitamin D deficiency because they reduce the number of ultraviolet rays that reach the skin.

Vitamin D deficiencies are also found in those who are elderly, obese, or insulin resistant, or have gastrointestinal malabsorption, poor liver or kidney function, a diet low in vitamin D (ie. vegan), hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, lymphomas or take medications which may interfere with vitamin D absorption such as cholestyramine, steroids, antifungals or HIV/AIDs medications. The elderly spends an increased time indoors and efficiency of converting vitamin D decreases with age. Low vitamin D can also contribute to insulin resistance which leads to obesity where increased body fat binds some vitamin D and prevents it from getting absorbed. A body mass index of 30 or greater often have low vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is a fatsoluble vitamin which means it requires dietary fat for breakdown. Individuals with gut malabsorption issues such as lactose intolerance, Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, history of gastric bypass surgery or other gastrointestinal disorders have decreased absorption of vitamin D because these individuals do not tolerate fatty foods. Vitamin D is converted by the liver and the kidneys, therefore individuals with poor liver or kidney function are also at risk of having low serum vitamin D. 24 | LANTANA LIVING

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lean meats, poultry, beans and peas, nuts, seeds, soy products and mushrooms.

Foods fortified with vitamin D include milk, breakfast cereal, yogurt, orange juice and margarine. Even with a vitamin D rich diet, it is very difficult to get adequate stores from diet alone. Fifteen to thirty minutes of sun exposure in the middle of

the day without sunscreen can increase Most people know that vitamin D is an vitamin D levels. However, vitamin D important vitamin for bone health, but are cannot penetrate glass, so sitting inside by unaware of the importance in any other a window will not increase levels. Those functions. Vitamin D assists with calcium absorption needed for bone growth with vitamin D deficiency will often be and remodeling, maintaining normal prescribed more than 4,000 IU to correct blood calcium and phosphate levels, vitamin D deficiency. A normal vitamin decreasing insulin resistance, aiding D level ranges from 50 to 125 in cell growth in every cell nmol/L. Less than 30 of the body, supporting nmol/L is considered muscle health, reducing Foods naturally deficient and a inflammation high in vitamin D include and promoting range of 30-50 is immune function. fatty fish, beef, cheese, egg considered at risk Adequate intake for deficiency. yolk, fish liver oils, lean meats, of vitamin D can poultry, beans and peas, nuts, therefore reduce Ask your healthcare bone loss and seeds, soy products provider today pain, prevent and about checking your and mushrooms. treat osteoporosis, Vitamin D level to see decrease fatigue, if you are deficient or at decrease joint and muscle pain or weakness, decrease “brain fog” and depression, and promote a strong immune system.

The recommended daily intake of vitamin D for adults is 600-800 IU per day when vitamin D levels are normal, but people at elevated risk for deficiency or who are already deficient require more. Foods naturally high in vitamin D include fatty fish, beef, cheese, egg yolk, fish liver oils,

risk for deficiency. Fortunately,

vitamin D deficiency can be easily remedied and can drastically improve your health and well-being.

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Be in the

Family

Inside Community

Golf for a Cause Join the folks at Cloud9Charities for a day of golf and giving at the Doug Smith Memorial Golf Tournament, October 30 at the Lantana Golf Club.

Registration begins at 8am with tee off at 9. There are some sponsorship opportunities still available. All proceeds benefit the Doug Smith Memorial Foundation along with the children and families of our community supported

by Cloud9Charities. Register today at Cloud9charities.org.

Divorce Workshop Coming Up A Divorce Workshop for Women will be Wednesday, September 27th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Denton South Branch Library, 3228 Teasley. This two and a half hour workshop is taught by a family law attorney, a certified divorce financial analyst, and a life coach addressing the legal, financial and emotional issues associated with divorce. There is no cost to attend but you must register on Facebook at Stocker Woods Divorce Solutions or call Sonja at 940-566-1212.

Lewisville Western Days

Celebrate all things canine at the Dog Days of Denton.

This is Texas’ original festival for pooches and their people happening on Saturday, October 6 from 9am until 3pm at the North Texas State Fairgrounds. The event is free and features merchandise, educational demonstrations, canine talent contests and fun for the entire family. For more information, go to dentondogdays.com.

Lewisville’s Western Days Festival will be September 29-30 in old town Lewisville. There will be gunfights, stick horse rodeo riders, cooking demonstrations, a classic car show and the World Tamale Eating Championship. Each day is topped off with live entertainment by the Troubadours on Friday and the Randy Rogers Band on Saturday. For more information go to www.lewisvillewesterndays.com.

photo courtesy of City of Lewisville

Fun for Fido

Inside Education Adkins STEAM Challenge is back Adkins Elementary is STEAMing it up again this year by encouraging students to participate in the family fun STEAM challenges that incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Every month a book is chosen for the kids to read followed by a design challenge. Usually kids are asked to design a product in the book out of designated materials. Student activity is optional but very, very fun!

DENTON ISD EVENTS U-NITE Carnival November 3 Harpool Middle School track 5:30pm-9pm

Guyer Earns National Recognition Denton ISD is reaching out to the families of those affected by Hurricane Harvey to help them acquire aid and to place children into a classroom as quickly as possible in order to reduce the amount of instruction missed. Families should begin by contacting the district’s Academic Programs office at (940) 369-0079. The Counseling and Social Services office will also assist other family members if needed.

guyer DISD Helping Harvey Victims Denton ISD is reaching out to the families of those affected by Hurricane Harvey to help them acquire aid and to place children into a classroom as quickly as possible in order to reduce the amount of instruction missed. Families should begin by contacting the district’s Academic Programs office at (940) 369-0079. The Counseling and Social Services office will also assist other family members if needed.

Mother/Son Laser Tag Join us Friday, October 20 for Mother/ Son Laser Tag Night at Blanton Elementary.

Blanton boys and their moms will be teaming up to have some fun and raise money for the Blanton Elementary PTA. It all takes place from 6pm-8pm at Blanton Elementary. For

Events Guyer High School Homecoming Game October 2 7pm Guyer High School Theatre presents A Chorus Line November 2,- 4 and 9 -11

more information go to blantonpta.org.

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Family

Lantana U-Nite!

T

his is the time of year when all three Lantana elementary schools come together for a

great cause. The U-Nite festival is a

joint fundraising/community venture between Adkins, Blanton and E.P. Rayzor Elementary Schools.

This year’s U-Nite will be held Friday,

There is a sponsorship level for every type and size of business plus there are opportunities for businesses to

volunteer at the festival and wear their

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and tickets for food items as well as the coveted U-Nite t-shirt are

on sale now at each of the PTA's

school. The fun starts at 5:30 p.m. and

Don’t miss this incredible family

ends at 9:00 p.m.

The festival “U-Nites” all three elementary

schools and is one of the main fundraisers for each of the schools every year.

“It’s an awesome community event where you will see families from each corner

of Lantana, all in one place,” said David

Nicolato, Blanton PTA president. “It’s great to see everyone supporting our schools and having a blast at the same time.”

There are plenty of rides for the kids,

games, a photo booth, and food galore.

This has become a big event for the residents of Lantana every year and promises fun for the whole family.

Over 3000 are expected to be in

attendance, a great family audience for

area businesses looking to advertise. It’s

a great way to market to the families at all three elementary schools at once.

“We are always looking for corporate sponsors,” said Nicolato. “Interested parties/companies can contact Amy Babcock at amybabcock24@yahoo. com for more information.”

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company apparel.

November 3 at the Harpool Middle School track and behind Blanton Elementary

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individual websites.

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games, rides food and fun for all

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How To Get Into Your Top

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for College

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3 kings Family

Serving Their Community

by Susan Neuhalfen

Services

Siding | Gutters | Interior & Exterior Paint | Fences | AC Repair | Windows | Metal Roofing/Awnings | and More

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I

f you’ve lived in North Texas long enough, chances are, you’ve already been through it once.

Getting a new roof is usually something

that homeowners deal with once, maybe twice, in their lifetime. Not here. About every six years or so, North Texas sees a hail storm that causes considerable

damage, rendering many roof repairs and replacements. Still, the process is

complicated and frustrating. That’s why it’s important to work with an honest,

reputable roof company who knows how

to handle all that is involved, and do it with the upmost integrity.

3 Kings Roofers is a family owned and

operated business covering North Texas.

They are A+ rated by the BBB and are a preferred contractor with several insurance companies.

First, find out if they are insured. If

someone falls or gets hurt, you, the

homeowner, are responsible unless the roofer is fully insured. That roof could

wind up costing you a lot more than you

bargained for if you use someone who is not insured.

Make sure they are locally owned and

operated. You want someone who knows the laws and regulations well. You also

want your roofer close in case there are problems. The owner, or at least the

supervisor, will be there to inspect the property if there are any issues.

to make sure the roofer not only in

good standing, but GREAT standing. 3

to the church and community. They also

references – people you can call – who are

the Bible. They lead by example both in

get a new roof, and it’s not cheap, so make

personal lives.

How do homeowners know they aren’t

reference. Their vision was to give back

want to live by the principles set forth by

their former clients. It’s not often that you

their professional lives as well as their

sure you get it done right the first time.

professional about the roofing business

and what consumers should know before making the big leap to a new roof.

You need to have a contractor that is

willing to take the time to explain the insurance process. We do this every day so it’s nothing new to us, but to the homeowners, it’s complicated.

It shouldn’t be. We are very transparent

should do when they are looking to get

in our process and will explain everything

a new roof?

to our customers.

Find a good company that understands

What should a homeowner NOT do?

how to handle it properly. A good

contractor will make the claim money

work the way the homeowner needs it to.

3 Kings Roofing gives free estimates and we find that we beat the cost of pretty

much all other comparable roofers by

nearly $2,000. We’re a general contractor

Never give the money up front. Be

prepared to pay for materials but make

sure you have a binding contract. Do not sign a blank or open contract. The last

thing you want is for fly-by-night company to take the money and run.

What makes 3 Kings Roofers stand out?

so if there is additional work to be done,

We are A+ BBB rated, fully insured and

possible to accommodate those repairs.

customers are customers for life. We give

we can stretch your claim dollars as far as

We’re thankful for Steve Armstrong, the Hall family, Slade Armstrong the Gallotta family and the Allen family.

They were some of the first people in Lantana to trust us and they’ve referred us to many other residents.

being taken for their insurance money?

What is the first thing homeowners

the insurance claims process and knows

We have been in business since 2010 and now have three offices. Our goal on every job is for our customers to be satisfied to the point of giving us referrals. We have been blessed to rebuild a lot of North Texas and are grateful for the support of home and business owners who have trusted us and continue to refer new business to us.

Check with the Better Business Bureau

ratings can’t always be trusted so ask for

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our clients piece of mind knowing that if we build it and there is ever a problem, we will take care of it. We are family owned and operated and, despite the fact that we have grown in size, we never stop giving our customers that personal service that they need on something as important as getting a new roof.

Make sure they have great references.

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Family

Football:

What’s All the Fuss About With Split Divisions in Class 5A?

by Steve Gamel

I

f you’ve been paying attention to high school football storylines, you may have heard about the University

Interscholastic League’s plans to move

forward with a split division format before the start of next season.

in Dallas sits on the borderline between Division I and Division II using current enrollment figures, the DMN article states. Since Dallas ISD schools – which are all in close proximity to each other – could fall on different sides of the

Under this format, all Class 5A teams will

division cutoff number, Wilson’s district

for the regular season and playoffs based

could, in turn, create scheduling and

be split between Division I and Division II

mates could change drastically. This

on their enrollment numbers. The goal is

transportation issues.

to match schools of similar size with one

another rather than having smaller schools squaring off against schools with larger numbers and depth to pull from.

turned in on Oct. 27 to determine

every team’s fate for realignment day in February.

Sounds like a good plan, right? It’s all in the name of competitive balance, and

having split divisions is really not a foreign concept, anyway. Teams competing in

Class 4A and below are already using it.

For example, Argyle is in Class 4A Division to its own size both during the regular season and playoffs.

But with any great plan, there can

always be the potential for chaos. So what’s all the fuss?

According to a Dallas Morning News

article last month, the biggest concern is fear of the unknown – split divisions

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“It levels off the disparity and creates a level playing field, because you won’t have teams with an enrollment number of 1,100 competing against schools with enrollment numbers at 2,200,” Young said. “As an example, Division II could be schools with enrollments between 1,100 and 1,600. Any coach will tell you that numbers are very important.”

Another benefit Young pointed to is a consistent playoff structure. Under the current format, teams are split into different divisions once playoffs start, which means teams that win district don’t always get matched up with the right opponent.

The UIL will use enrollment numbers

I and competes against schools relative

see cause for concern when it comes to the split division format, especially with the threat of more travel. But that’s where all the concerns should end.

There is also the possibility that the cutoff numbers in each classification (1A through 6A) could change and force teams that are on the bubble between 5A and 6A to move up a weight class. Highland Park, for example, is a large 5A school, but spent 2014 and 2015 in Class 6A and could find itself moved up again.

All of this has created quite a lot of conversation among area coaches. Lake Dallas football coach Michael Young can

“If you win your district, you’re supposed to play the fourth place team from whatever district you are lined up with,” Young said. “But it doesn’t always work out that way. We’ve had it happen here where we won our district and ended up facing a second-place team in the first round. That doesn’t make any sense. This new format should fix that.”

There are plenty of other coaches who also have come to terms with the potential changes that lie ahead, but it will continue to be a topic of conversation until realignment day. Until then, they’ll simply have to focus on this season and let the chips fall where they may after that.

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Reasons Why

I Love To Blog

I

had the amazing opportunity to be on a Facebook Live chat last week with the great folks at Distillery Creative. In that

conversation, we focused on blogs – why

it's important to blog, what the results are

to share ideas. No one is in my ear telling me what to write about.

3. I've become a better writer – As

I write more often, I find new and

to your Search Engine Optimization when

creative ways to tell a story – for

whole blog process started.

me the ability to write about a variety

you blog consistently, and how to get the You can check out that video on my Facebook page for Edit This. The

experience got me thinking about all the reasons why I love my blog. Here are a few reasons:

1. Blogs help me connect with readers

– This is the most rewarding reason. I love when readers respond to posts, send messages on social media, or

pull me aside to talk about something I wrote. It's about building rapport

and creating authentic relationships.

2. I can write whatever I want – Your

myself and my clients. Blogging gives of topics and do it concisely and with a conversational style.

4. I can help educate my readers –

To take this reason a step further, it gives me a chance to establish myself as an authority. I love educating and inspiring readers in writing and editing.

5. Blogging helps grow my business – I used to be so busy with my clients'

blogs that I didn't bother to write my own. Now that I have my own blog, my business has a voice, I'm top of

blog should serve a purpose and

mind, I have shareable content that

but it's also YOUR blog. It can act as

a glimpse of my writing style, and I'm

provide valuable content for readers,

potential customers can use to catch

a diary, a teaching tool, or a platform

generating new business.

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by Steve Gamel

Family | Edit This

6. Blogging gives my website a purpose – Like we discussed in the video, a

website that is not constantly updated with value-added content (i.e. blogs) won't have a stellar Google ranking.

Blogging alone has helped people find me in Google searches.

7. Blogging keeps me organized –

Blogging requires time and discipline.

I have always been an organized person, but having my own blog

forces me to be even more intentional with how I prepare and research each week as a professional writer.

Thanks for reading! If you have been

thinking about starting a blog for your

business, or you've started one but don't quite have the time to devote to it, give Edit This a call. We can help bring your

blog posts to life and give your business the voice it deserves.

by Steve Gamel Edit This 469.360.3611 www.edit-this-npsteve.com

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Family | Counseling

How to Find the

Right Therapist

I

t’s late. You can’t sleep. Something has to change! You decide to call a therapist tomorrow. As you fall fitfully asleep, you wonder how to find just the right person to help you.

Finding the right therapist doesn’t have to be terrifying. Here are the dos and don’ts:

DO: 1.

2. Focus on cost. Many therapists Ask people you already trust for recommendations. a. Friend Referral - Friends share your life and know what you expect.

Ask your friends who has helped them and they may know the exact person to help you. b. Professional Referral Your doctors, teachers and pastors have more contact with therapists than you do. They know reputations and what might work in your situation.

2. Read a blog, an article, or watch a YouTube video on the type of treatment you want. You’ll learn a lot, and may find the expert you’re looking for.

3. Look at professional profiles. LinkedIn, Psychology Today, and counselors’ websites contain pictures, information about their practice and experience that can be helpful in determining a good fit.

DON’T: 1. Ask your insurance for a list. Unless you can’t pay out of pocket, you do not want to pick your therapist based on their ability to fill out paperwork.

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can and will work with you on cost, particularly if you are highly motivated and in their niche.

3. Continue going to someone you don’t feel connected to. Therapy is a relationship and if you aren’t connecting, talk to the therapist about how you feel and look further.

by Christy Graham LPC Play Therapist Supervisor Acorn Counseling Education Services

940.222.8703 • acorncounseling.services

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Surviving Stomach Viruses & other GI Pathogens:

S

o the kids are finally out of your house and back in the schoolhouse sharing all of their germs and spreading around illnesses. Our office is recognizing a continuing theme of stomach complaints from the summertime activities as well as a shift to coughs, colds, congestion and runny noses. Gastrointestinal complaints have remained quite abundant with the start of the school year, so let us focus on these nauseating bugs.

By the time a stomach virus or other acute

bug in children, and children tend to

the most important focus is hydrated

infection moves through the stomach and

GI infection has manifested in one child,

that child and protecting the other family members from contracting the illness.

Hand washing and keeping things clean are your best defenses from getting ill with a stomach bug. Not surprisingly,

this is particularly true after touching or

carrying your child and when preparing food and eating.

Many viruses will survive on surfaces for

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days, and some viruses (i.e Norovirus) can

vomit more often than adults. As the

intestines, vomiting usually stops after

about 24 hours. On occasion this phase may last longer. If you advance liquids too quickly or children eat more solids than they are ready for, even if the first

meal is 1 to 2 days into eating again, they

may begin vomiting again. If this happens you have to start back a ground zero with clear liquids and again advance slowly to a regular diet.

even survive hand sanitizers and wipes.

Children rarely need medication when

magic bottles of germ killer can be better

with your child’s pediatrician if you feel

soap and water. I know, easier said than

than 24 hours or he/she is becoming

the vomit is flying, it is almost impossible

and diarrhea are a protection reaction of

especially when it’s coming from more

give anti-diarrheal agents/medications to

So while carrying around those little

recovering from gastroenteritis. Talk

than nothing, always try to wash with

your child is vomiting excessively, longer

done. Every caregiver knows that when

dehydrated. Remember that vomiting

to adequately contain all of the splatter,

your child’s body to clear infection. Do not

than one child. So simply commit to do

children as it can prolong the illness and

your best.

increase the severity of the infection.

Change the sheets and clean up areas of

Diarrhea usually follows the vomiting

yourself thoroughly with soap and water

children’s resilience will long astonish us.

Wash surfaces in the household as soon

keep them hydrated, avoid sugary foods

water for the laundry, and use high heat in

all dairy until all issues have resolved for

solution to clean hard surfaces and even

slowly and monitor symptoms.

vomit and diarrhea immediately and wash

and can last several days. Even so, our

after carrying or supporting your child.

Protect their skin from rashes and sores,

as possible after an event, use extra hot

and beverages, and consider cutting out

the dryer. Consider using a dilute bleach

at least 5-7 days. Re-introduce dairy very

your children if necessary.

With a typical gastroenteritis, vomiting

doesn’t usually exceed 24 hours. Vomiting is most often the first sign of a stomach

If your child has severe stomach

pains, high fever, or blood or mucus in their stool you should see your pediatrician immediately.

Dr. Rebecca Butler is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics.

For more information on Lantana Pediatrics, Dr. Butler and/or Melanie Bitzer, CPNP or to schedule an appointment with one of these providers, call the office at 940.455.7200.

940.455.7200 www.LantanaPediatrics.com

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Family

Volleyball:

Guyer’s

Pittman Commits to Texas State

by Steve Gamel

G

uyer’s volleyball team couldn’t have been more red hot to start this season, thanks to a dynamic roster loaded with talent. Now, college coaches are beginning to take notice.

Orozco, Hope Kennedy, and Shea Slusser.

Cowan rolled up 690 digs and 15 aces last year to earn libero of the year honors in District 6-6A.

Mallory Pittman, a senior outside hitter

Guyer coach Heather Van Noy said

August 19 that she has verbally committed

valuable. Not only can she play outside

pacing the sideline, and anyone who

standout as a right-side hitter.

waste any time. Van Noy said there are

and middle blocker, announced on

to play Division I volleyball at Texas State

next fall. Her announcement gives Guyer

two Division I commitments, as teammate Kate Cowan is pledged to LSU. Neither Pittman nor Cowan can sign a letter of intent until the early signing period on Nov. 8.

“It’s been my dream to play Division I volleyball since

Pittman’s versatility makes her extremely

It also helps to have a coach like Van Noy

hitter and middle, but she’s also a

knows her will agree that she doesn’t

Her experience has Guyer brimming

big plans in store for the Lady Wildcats

on in District 6-6A action.

be reminded that they were in the third

with confidence as it continues

“It’s been my dream to play Division I volleyball since I was in the seventh

I was in the seventh grade,”

grade,” Pittman

Pittman told the Denton

Record-Chronicle on the day of her

commitment. “They ended up loving me

The Lady Wildcats, who

who, despite last year’s struggles, need to round of the playoffs two seasons ago in

missed the playoffs in an

the state’s largest classification. This is a

last season, close the first

Noy won’t hesitate to do what she needs

uncharacteristic down year

program that knows how to win, and Van

half of league play against

to do to make her team successful.

Wylie on Sept. 26 and Plano

East on Sept. 29.

Then it’s on to the playoffs, which

begin Oct. 30.

The longtime Denton-area coach spent the first six seasons of her coaching career as an assistant at Guyer before taking over at Lake Dallas just down the road. She

and I really loved them, so it ended up

Van Noy has a solid core of returning

spent six seasons at Lake Dallas, compiling

to become a reality.”

including Cowan, Pittman, Caroline

the third round of the playoffs twice.

working out. It’s awesome for this dream

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players back for her first year at the helm,

a 143-91 record while taking her team to

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Family | Dentistry

6 Month

Dental Myth

W

e all are creatures of routine.

disabilities, or poor oral hygiene, may

may be essential despite insurance

favorite routines is bedtime,

a preventative measure.

determine what is best for you is to

As a parent, one of my

specifically when it comes time to brush

my kids’ teeth. As they squirm and resist, I am happy to continually remind them that their daddy is a dentist and they

are lucky to get a professional cleaning every night, a routine many others only get twice a year.

That being said, it raises the question: Why is it necessary to visit my dentist

every six months? Some say the concept of routine dental exams began in the

18th century with Pierre Fauchard who wrote “Those who are diligent on the

conservation of their teeth…ought to have them examined two or three times every year by an experienced dentist.”

Of course, more recently, dental

insurance coverage has influenced many dental patients to only seek biannual checkups. Interestingly enough, the American Dental Association states

to maintain your optimal oral health you need regular visits at intervals “determined by your dentist.”

The reality is every dental patient is

different. Patients who may suffer with certain types of gum or periodontal

disease may require more frequent visits.

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consider a three or four-month routine as Pregnant and nursing mothers at risk of pregnancy gingivitis also should modify

limitations. Of course, the best way to consult with your dentist at your next visit.

Happy smiling!

their dental visits. Some dental insurance will allow more frequent visits for those with periodontal conditions or women who are pregnant, but for the sake of

good oral health, preventative measures

by Dr. Matt who is a practicing dentist and owner of Country Lakes Family Dental www.CountryLakesDental.com

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North Texas

Lifestyle

Harvey Heroes

T

by Susan Neuhalfen

he rivalry between Houston and Dallas is always fun, but when disaster strikes, we’re all Texans and we all pull together. No sooner had Jim Cantore taken cover than our North Texas community started south with supplies and much needed helping hands. Though we couldn’t personally thank everyone around for their help, here are some wonderful people that went above and beyond the call of duty to help our friends in the southeast.

Dr. Matt Artho, owner and practicing dentist at Country Lakes Dental in Argyle, was deployed by the National Guard to help in the effort to rescue victims of Hurricane Harvey. Luckily for us, his activation ended early and he was back to taking care of our community on September 12.

photo courtesy of LDPD Facebook

photo courtesy of LDPD Facebook

Lake Dallas Police Officer Sara Deville was deployed (136th Military Police Battalion - Texas Army National Guard ) to assist with search and rescue efforts.

photo courtesy of RPM Construction

Paula’s Canine Academy took in dogs in need from displaced owners due to the flooding. They also took in pets for volunteers who were traveling to Houston to help with the hurricane recovery effort free of charge.

photo courtesy of RPM Construction

The Palm Tree Boutique, J.T. Clothiers and several other downtown Denton businesses donated their sales on August 31 to Global Giving Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund and the SPCA of Texas.

Donnie Finchum with RPM Construction headed straight to Port Arthur with his boat helping to rescue those stranded by Hurricane Harvey. On the first trip down they were able to rescue of 20 people, 4 dogs and 1 cat. The second trip was a supply trip with 13,000 pounds of bottled water, 6 cases of formula, 4 cases of depends, 18 cases of diapers, 2 cases of wipes, two giant bags full of brand new socks and underwear, a lot of snacks and food, pre-made hygiene kits, hygiene supplies, tarps and towels.

photo courtesy of Pure Synergy

Pure Synergy Wellness Studio accepted donations and promptly delivered the first truck full of donations to the people of Rockport.

photo courtesy of RPM Construction

photo courtesy of FLM Fire Department

Flower Mound’s ambulance bus (AMBUS), along with seven firefighter/paramedics were originally deployed to South Texas on a State Mission Assignment for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

FMFD then sent additional staff assigned to Texas Task Force 2 and Emergency Management Support Teams for search and rescue missions. Additional firefighters were sent not only from FMFD but Lake Cities Fire Department, Southlake and The Colony.

Ashli Wolf organized a huge donation drive for Liberty Christian School. The lobby was FULL (and if you’ve ever been in the lobby you know how big it is) and Ashli herself, armed with gas cans, drove a delivery truck to Houston with the first delivery. They plan to continue their drive for several weeks as the victims will need help for many months to come.

State Farm’s Jim Bridges and Mission Moms of Lantana collected cleaning supplies which Jim drove to Houston & delivered to several churches to all serve their congregations and greater communities.

Sparky Pearson (Kimzeys, Fuzzys and Earl’s 377) and his son, Will (Liberty Christian) took their own boat down and rescued people stranded in their homes.

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NO-Fault

is a married person’s voluntary sexual intercourse with a person other than their spouse.

3.

Conviction of a Felony—The court may grant a divorce if during the marriage the other spouse has been convicted of a felony, has been imprisoned for at least one year in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, a federal penitentiary, or the penitentiary of another state, and has not been pardoned. However, the court may not grant a divorce under this section against a spouse who was convicted on the testimony of the other spouse.

4.

Abandonment—The court may grant a divorce in favor of one spouse if the other spouse left the complaining spouse with the intention of abandonment and remained away for at least one year.

5.

Living Apart—The court may grant a divorce in favor of either spouse if the spouses have lived apart for at least three years.

6.

Confinement in a Mental Hospital—The court may grant a divorce if at the time the divorce is filed the other spouse has been confined in a state mental hospital or private mental hospital, in any State, for at least three years, and it appears that the hospitalized spouse’s mental disorder is of such a degree and nature that adjustment is unlikely, or that if adjustment occurs, a relapse is probable.

divorce in Texas A

by Charla Bradshaw, KoonsFuller Family Law

ll States recognize no-fault divorce, although some states require that the spouses live separately for a designated period of time before either of them can file for divorce.

In Wisconsin, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Nebraska, Montana, Missouri, Minnesota,

Michigan, Kentucky, Kansas, Iowa, Indiana, Hawaii, Florida, Colorado, California, and the District of Columbia, one can only file for divorce on no-fault grounds, and fault grounds are not available. In States that allow fault grounds, traditional fault grounds are adultery, abandonment and cruelty.

The concept of no-fault divorce was introduced to Texas on January 1, 1970, with the introduction of “insupportability” as a ground for divorce. This rather quickly became the basis for granting nearly all of the divorces in Texas.

The no-fault ground for divorce means that the court can grant a divorce without regard to fault, if the court finds that “the marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities that destroys the legitimate ends of the marital relationship and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliation.” (quoting the Texas Family Code).

In the Texas legislature, no-fault divorce has elicited criticism from some groups who have advocated for its repeal, when there are children of the marriage. Legislation to this effect has been introduced in virtually every Texas legislative session since 1997, but has yet to be enacted. Constitutional challenges to the Texas no-fault divorce statute have been unsuccessful in the courts. Some of the arguments put forth against the repeal of nofault divorce in Texas are as follows: 1.

Texas would be the only State w/out no-fault divorce.

2.

The court could only grant the divorce on one of the fault grounds, therefore if the ground is not proven, then the court cannot grant the divorce.

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3.

4.

It would reduce the possibility of the spouses reaching agreements because the alleged “wrongdoer” will not want to “agree” to the fault, but may have to agree (even if untrue), in able to get divorced.

The result is that more cases will go to trial.

If the alleged wrongdoing spouse does

not agree to the fault, the innocent spouse will have to prove the fault of the alleged wrongdoing spouse (at trial) which will force more cases to trial, and which will increase the cost of divorce for the innocent spouse.

5.

If the innocent spouse wants a divorce and cannot prove the fault, then the innocent spouse who desires to get divorced, will have to stay married, therefore punishing the innocent spouse who desires the divorce.

6.

It will promote the spouse who wants a divorce to commit wrongdoing to force the other spouse to file for divorce (i.e. making the marriage unbearable for the innocent spouse).

7.

Increases cohabitation.

8.

Collaborative law (CL) cases: In collaborative law, a participation agreement is required, and in that agreement the spouses must describe the nature and scope of the family law matter. This would involve setting out the fault ground(s) for the divorce, thus stagnating the utilization of collaborative law in divorces.

One can file for divorce on the ground of no-fault (also known as insupportability), and on one or more fault grounds. In Texas, no-fault is the most common ground for divorce, however, fault grounds can also be asserted. Cruelty and adultery are the most commonly asserted, most often as an alternative to insupportability, and to serve as a basis for an unequal division of property, or to strategically to assist in a custody dispute. The majority of divorce cases settle without going to court, and the majority of spouses agree that their divorce will be granted on no-fault grounds.

Fault grounds continue to exist in the Texas statutes. Following are the fault grounds for divorce in Texas: 1.

2.

Cruelty—The court may grant a divorce if a spouse is guilty of cruel treatment toward the other spouse of a nature that renders further living together unbearable.

Adultery—The court may grant a divorce if a spouse has committed adultery. Adultery

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Lifestyle | Gardening

Not So Great Deal You Get What You Pay For

THINGS TO REMEMBER Q-What is your pay schedule on this project?

A-Most professionals will have a draw type payment schedule (depending on overall total) or a 50-50 split upon completion.

If you’re asked for a majority of all funds upfront without a binding contract and before the materials have even been dropped on site you’re probably not

dealing with a trustworthy company.

N

ow that school started it’s time to get to work preparing for fall.

September is a great time to get

the ball rolling on that outdoor space or

landscaping project, but as you’re getting bids remember to keep your eye out for

As busy as the construction industry is right now, it’s always a good idea to

business here locally?

have a prepared checklist ready when

A- A contractor who’s been around for

interviewing any potential contractors.

It is our job as contractors to make you

quality. Everyone’s looking for a “great

feel comfortable with the information

lowest price and into the company behind

for it. They should be able to provide

deal” but be careful! Look through the

we provide. Make your candidates work

it. We warn against it as we go into the

references, take you to a couple of

busy season every year but daily we run

into situations where the best price/lowest price got the job and now your paying double or triple to fix it.

With new construction comes all the

handymen turned patio builders and lawn mowers turned landscapers. There is a

big difference in having someone that’s

studied design and space management

with years of “patio specific” construction

experience. Having a degreed landscape designer put a plan together for you will ensure a higher success rate with your

plants simply because they understand

completed (as well as in-progress) jobs, and ensure you get a real-time view of

Ensuring you’re dealing with professionals makes a huge difference in the overall product and process.

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5 to 10 years has established a solid

network of suppliers, subcontractors and has earned a local reputation. This will

make them a safer bet than a contractor

who’s either new to the business, the area or planning on commuting in from an outside location.

Q-Can you provide me with at least five

what to expect while things are under

local referrals?

construction as well as when they’re

A-All contractors should be prepared to

finished. In our area there are many great contractors who have proven themselves

provide at least five references for you to gauge their quality of work and

time and time again and won’t balk at your

overall experience.

questioning them or their work.

Q-Are you insured and registered here

Just remember as your organizing your

with our city?

next project don’t put yourself in a

A-Any company that is worth doing

situation where you’ve paid less and been left hoping for more.

working with the sun / shade exposure scenarios in our climate and soil types.

Q-How many years have you been in

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

business with will carry both insurance

and local registrations wherever they are working. You should expect to pay more

for dealing with a legitimate company but you’ll also rest easy knowing that you’re

protected and following city codes when taking on your project.

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Where Do

Kids Eat Free?

N

ow that we’re in the back-to-school busy season, making dinner every night becomes a challenge. So where are some good places to go where the kids can eat free or almost free? Here is a list of some local restaurants that offer some great options for affordable dinner for families:

Dickie’s BBQ www.dickeys.com

IHOP

Free kid’s meal with purchase of an

and under.

www.ihop.com

For ages 12 and under, kids can get a free kid’s meal with $10 purchase of an adult dine-in meal, all day on Sunday.

Cici’s Pizza www.cicis.com

adult meal 4–10pm every day. Ages 12

Luna Grill

www.modernmarket.com

The buffet is free for kids 3 and under every day. There is a separate charge for drinks.

Cristina’s Fine Mexican Restaurant www.cristinasmex.com

Get free kids’ meals for ages 12 and under with purchase of an adult meal, all day Monday and Tuesday.

Dine-in only.

Kids 10 and under eat free with the

from 4pm until close.

purchase of an adult meal on Tuesdays

McAlister’s Deli

www.mcalistersdeli.com

Free kids meal with the purchase of an

Ages 12 and under.

adult meal after 4 pm on Tuesdays.

Denny’s

Modern Market

www.dennys.com

www.modernmarket.com

On Sundays and Mondays, get a free

meal after 5pm. Ages 12 and under.

One or two free kids’ meals with purchase of an adult meal every Tuesday from 4–10pm. Drinks not included.

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kid’s entrée with purchase of an adult Dine-in only.

Steak ’n Shake steaknshake.com

For every $9 spent during a dine-in

experience, one child (age 12 and

under) in the party will receive their

kid’s plate for free. Excludes drinks

and shakes.

Swirl Bakery swirlbakery.com

On Mondays, get a free kid's meal all

day with purchase of an adult entrée.

Make sure you understand the fine print before going. Most of these offers are not valid with any other promotions and you should always verify if that location still has the offer available. Always check the website or call the particular location you plan to visit to make sure that you understand the rules. Happy dining!

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What’s in Style for North Texas

Fall/Winter 2017?

I

t’s almost starting to get a little cool outside which means it’s time for new clothes!

Here are the latest trends for Autumn/Winter 2017 from our friends at Palm Tree Boutique in Plano and the Denton Town Square.

Plaid

It’s easy to transition your wardrobe into autumn by replacing your bright spring-like florals with darker hues such as deep blues, rich purples, and warm yellows.

Plaid is a primary pattern for Autumn/Winter 2017, but it’s not just for flannel button-ups anymore.

Plaid is getting an update with classic silhouettes like the bell sleeve jacket pictured. Feel free to play with the pattern by adding a pop of animal print or embroidered shoes.

Effortlessly add texture to any outfit with the perfect faux suede piece.

From leggings and tops to moto jackets and dresses, this lush fabric will be the coziest and most stylish addition to your closet.

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floral suede

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Lifestyle

Recipes with

Coffee

E

very morning some of us reach first for a hot cup of coffee, but there are many delicious ways to get your coffee in the morning if you so desire. Sometimes it’s nice to change up your coffee routine. Here are a few fun recipes that incorporate coffee into your day.

Coffee Smoothie

Espresso Breakfast Balls

½ cup of cold coffee

1.5 cups of old fashioned oat

½ banana

¼ cup vanilla protein powder

½ cup unsweetened almond milk

¼ teaspoon salt

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 teaspoon instant coffee

handful of ice Mix all of the ingredients for a yummy smoothie that satisfies your craving for something really sweet and sugary at the local coffee shop. This makes a great breakfast or a perfect afternoon snack.

Coffee Oats ½ cup old fashioned oats ¼ cup coffee ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk ½ scoop vanilla protein powder In a jar, combine all ingredients. Give it a shake and chill overnight.

Coffee with Protein 1 cup coffee 1 Tb protein powder Simply add a tablespoon of protein powder to your coffee for a filling treat for breakfast or to keep from afternoon snacking.

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½ c. almond butter ½ c. maple syrup or honey Mix together the oats, protein powder, salt and coffee in a medium bowl.

Micorwave the almond butter and

maple syrup for 30 seconds until it easily stirs together.

Add oat bowl to almond butter bowl,

mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll

into balls and store in airtight container.

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Lifestyle

ASK Kickoff Party Huge Success

by Susan Neuhalfen

“It’s a great foundation for the kids.

Our job is to plant and nourish a seed.”

A

SK held its kickoff party at Lantana Community Fellowship Church. Those who registered

got shirts, books, Bibles and backpacks… and a whole lot of fun! Free hotdogs,

bounce houses, face painting and lots

ASK follows the Community Bible Study (CBS) curriculum. They meet every Tuesday at Lantana Community Fellowship right after school from 3:30 until 5:50pm. Each ASK section has

of other activities were awaiting the kids

three parts: snack time, large group

and fellowship.

group there is the Pledge of Allegiance

as they signed up for another year of fun ASK Bible study is starting its fourth year

at the church and has grown from just 35 kids to over 200 this year.

“The mission is to make disciples in our community through caring in-depth

time and small group time. During large songs and a short talk or skit about that week’s Bible passage. Then the kids go to their small group to go over the lesson homework. Each child is given 9 questions to complete and a Bible verse

Bible study,” wrote Jessica Marr in a

to memorize. Parents are encouraged to

letter to parents.

work on it with them.

ASK stands for After School Kids. It is a

“It’s a great foundation for the kids,” said

community Bible study started after some of the area moms’ kids aged out of their

Bible study group as toddlers. They wanted

Lynn Marsh, Teaching Director for ASK. “Our job is to plant and nourish a seed.”

to continue something for kids ages

For more information,

years, the growth has been exponential.

www.facebook.com/LantanaASKCBS/.

Kindergarten through fifth grade. In just four

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visit the ASK Facebook page at

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