Lantana Living Magazine September 2019

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Perfect Balance Of

LAW & FAMILY LIFE

SIGNS OF A

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PUMPKIN

PATCH

EVENTS

MUMS THE

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CHEERS TO

WOMEN T hank you for picking up our latest monthly magazine. If you’re a longtime reader, perhaps you’ve noticed that each month features a specific theme. For example: last month was Women in Business, and our July issue focused on Back to School.

Our theme for the September issue is Women’s Health, which is quite an undertaking if you think about it.

Women’s health includes everything from pregnancy and childbirth to staying on top of breast cancer screenings, heart disease, osteoporosis, and even menopause (hopefully, I’m not old enough to worry about menopause just yet). We’ve focused on many of these topics in previous years, and hopefully, you will find additional articles of interest this year. Perhaps a few of them will open your eyes to a few things you didn’t already know.

In the meantime, I thought I’d share a few inspiring quotes from women that relate to this topic. These quotes were pulled from various sources on the Internet.

“Communities and countries and ultimately the world are only as strong as the health of their women.”

— Michelle Obama “Processed foods not only extend the shelf life, but they extend the waistline as well.”

— Karen Sessions

“I appreciate health care that gets to the root cause of our symptoms and promotes wellness, rather than the one-size-fits-all drug-based approach to treating disease.

I love maintaining an optimal quality of life - naturally.” — Suzanne Somers “You always have to remember to take of yourself, first and foremost. Because when you stop taking care of yourself, you get out of balance and you really forget how to take care of others.”

— Jada Pinkett Smith “Sedentary people are apt to have sluggish minds. A sluggish mind is apt to be reflected in flabbiness of body and in a dullness of expression that invites no interest and gets none.”

— Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy “As I see it, every day you do one of two things: build health or produce disease in yourself.” — Adelle Davis

Sincerely, Kelly Murray

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

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS Women’s Wellness

ISSUE Take a look inside the health issues affecting women in this issue.

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On the Cover: Kimberly Shanklin of The Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin

FEATURED:

Perfect Balance of Law & Family Life

ASK THE EXPERTS

60 Back to School Photos Continued

10 Gardening with Complete Solutions

62 Back to School Photos Continued

23 Fitness with Jesse James Fit 27 Legal Advice with Balmos Law 28 School Days with Valorie McGilvra 55 Edit This with Steve Gamel BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 14 Argyle Books: Argyle Citizens,

Past and Present, Are Characters in Author’s Books

52 The Woodhouse: Experience The Woodhouse Difference

ARTICLES 07 Women Investing In

Success and Education

08 Signs Of A Stroke 12 Inside Community 13 Inside Education 16 Pumpkin Patch Events 19 3rd Annual Lantana Dog Show 20 Local Dancer to Compete For Team USA in Poland

PHOTOS FROM LANTANA 11 Back to School Photos

24 Fall Events

29 Back to School Photos Continued

31 The Dirt On Dental Diagnosis

30 Back to School Photos Continued

34 Mums The Word

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44 EDITORS PICK: 12 Questions with Dr. Leigh Anne Robertson DVM of Lantana Animal Hospital 35 Best Little Brewfest is Coming 37 Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks Real Estate

38 Make a Difference 39 Surviving Stomach Viruses 40 8 Halloween Movies You Must See Again

42 Sheriff’s Corner with

Sheriff Tracy Murphree

47 Community Corner 48 State Fair of Texas 50 Lantana Jeep Club 56 5 Natural Tips To Help You Deal with Menopause

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Success and Education WOMEN INVESTING IN

by Leanne Yocum

Visit www.cisnt.org/wise for More Info

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very child deserves to stand tall and without a shadow of a doubt

know they matter, which is why the

group, Women Investing in Success and Education (WISE) was formed.

WISE is a powerhouse of diverse and

dynamic women dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives through various activities throughout the year.

The group is an auxiliary of Communities in Schools of North Texas and includes local business owners, community leaders,

and philanthropists.

“I’m passionate about CISNT. I love what

We raised $7,000, then $15,000, and last

5th-grade girls. Once a month we have

work? “We reach out to friends, and

for the month, wear it, and talk about its

year $25,000.” So how does the auction the auction is held at a person’s home.

It’s very casual. A regular ticket is $35 or $55 to come 30 minutes early for a sneak peek at everything.” This year, Lucy Voss in the Shops at Highland

Village donated a Prada handbag.

“Girls just get excited about purses!

We had 35 purses in all different price ranges to bid on and had a great

turnout. We have food and

drinks, and it’s just fun!”

Skirt Scramble

“I don’t play golf, but it’s

it’s about, especially

not competitive at all. You

community,” said Lynn Young,

want to! We just get a group

because it’s in our very own the committee chair.

“I love how our community is helping raise kids to want to go to school,

encouraging them to stay in school, and equipping them with whatever they need to stay in school.”

Exciting fundraisers are organized

throughout the year to support CISNT.

Purse Auction

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can throw the ball if you

together and come up with

a theme. We have a bloody mary and mimosas. It’s a really fun event!”

The next Skirt Scramble is Monday,

October 21st at the Lantana Golf course.”

Lunch with a Leader

“An informal meeting is held once or

twice a year to tell people about CISNT.”

lunch with the girls. We choose a color

meaning. For example, one month, the

color was white for compassion. We had a super fun lesson about what compassion

means and then played a game. It’s really

awesome because you bond with the girls and they really look forward to the next time we see each other.”

Prom Project

“For the last couple of years, we partnered with North Texas Community College.

We have all these dresses and set up

the prom salon.” For a student to receive a prom dress, they must commit to

attending counseling sessions. “It’s really awesome. The kids bring their parents,

and school counselors show the students how to sign up for sessions.”

The Women’s Auxiliary hosts six proms.

“Salons donate their services to help the

girls get their hair done. This year, college girls from North Central Texas College in Gainesville drove all the way from

Gainesville to help the girls with hair and make-up. It’s really, really sweet.”

The mission of CISNT is to surround

The Women’s Auxiliary of CISNT focuses

empowering them to stay in school and

world. Take the chance and become part

students with a community of support,

achieve in life. “Lunch with a Leader is for

on today’s challenges and tomorrow’s

of the solution, because ALL kids matter.

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Women’s Wellness Article

SIGNS OF A

STROKE You Need To Recognize

by Steve Gamel

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here are so many health conditions and risks to be mindful of as we age, and it’s safe to say some of the bigger ones affect men and women differently. Women, in particular, are affected by everything from menopause to breast cancer, heart disease, mental health, and osteoarthritis.

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And believe it or not, you can add strokes to that list.

A stroke occurs when blood supply is suddenly cut off from the brain. Think of it as a brain attack; it can happen at any time and is considered a medical emergency because the brain cells are being deprived of oxygen.

While heart.org states that someone dies of a stroke every 3.70 minutes (about 389.4 stroke deaths each day), stroke.org points out that strokes kill more women than men each year. In fact, one in five women will have a stroke, and some of the gender-specific reasons for the increased risks are likely due to: •

Shifting estrogen levels

•

Pregnancy

•

Preeclampsia

•

Birth control pills

•

Hormone replacement therapy

•

Frequent migraines

•

Atrial fibrillation

•

Having a thick waist, particularly if post-menopausal

With statistics like that, it’s important that we know what a stroke is and be able to act quickly when we recognize the warning signs. Immediate help is necessary to reduce the effects and avoid long-term complications.

Below are common warning signs and symptoms of a stroke, many of which are specific only to women:

SLURRED SPEECH AND TROUBLE SEEING A telltale sign that someone is having a stroke is when they slur their speech, cannot speak a simple sentence, and have difficulty seeing out of one or both eyes.

NUMBNESS OR WEAKNESS What most people experience is paralysis on one side of the body, on the face, or on an arm or leg. Some people experience pain or the sensation of pins and needles.

SHORTNESS OF BREATH AND DISORIENTATION Many women struggle to breathe properly and may even hallucinate or show signs of confusion and disorientation with their surroundings. Some may even faint.

SEVERE HEADACHES Headaches are a common condition, but if one suddenly pops up without warning and is debilitating in comparison with the run-of-the-mill headache, you should seek immediate medical attention.

DIZZINESS, NAUSEA, AND VOMITING These symptoms may be minor or appear to masquerade as vertigo, but they should not be ignored. This is especially true if you are experiencing additional symptoms.

Beyond these symptoms, additional risk factors — for women and men — include being overweight or obese, physical inactivity, heavy or binge drinking, and using illicit drugs such as cocaine and methamphetamines. Medical risk factors include diabetes, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease, among others.

Your friends at Murray Media Group want to remind you the best way to maintain overall health is to live a healthier lifestyle. Also, be aware of what your body is trying to tell you and always consult with your physician.

This month’s issue features several more articles on women’s health, so be sure to check them out.

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

Improve Your

OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

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s your outdoor living space in need of a makeover, or does one even exist? Now that summer is coming to a close, do you remember looking out back and cringing at the thought of inviting friends over for a BBQ?

Whether you have a small space, or a wide open entertaining area there are simple, cost efficient solutions for converting that “Drab to Fab!”

Fire Pits

Arbor/Pergola

on any evening. They not only serve as

Adding one to your outdoor living space will help define your patio and “hangout zone” from the rest of your backyard.

It can lend your space more privacy and shade leaving you with a more finished look whether you’re under it or inside looking out at it.

Bar/Kitchen

outdoor space. These can be used all

year long to create a glowing backyard a place to get warm but add another destination or spot to gather.

Seating The right seating for your outdoor

living space can make all the difference.

Knowing all your options and planning the space correctly won’t only serve an update but will allow you to maximize

Turn your patio into the ultimate hot spot with a customized bar stocked with all the necessary items to make every weekend the perfect outdoor party. Not having to push around that old grill but having a built-in structure with ample counter space makes a night and day difference when you’re cooking for the family or entertaining a backyard full of friends.

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Fire pits are a nice addition to any

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your square footage.

Potted Plantings

Placing some good size pots with a nice balance of plant material

really helps to finish off any space

and soften the environment, helping to blend all the textures and lines you’ve created throughout.

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WE HOPE LANTANA RESIDENTS HAVE A FANTASTIC SCHOOL YEAR!

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INSIDE COMMUNITY LANTANA’S 4TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW Sat. Oct. 5 | 10am | Adkins Elementary 1701 Monahan Dr. • Lantana, TX 76226 Calling all car enthusiasts! Now is your chance to show off your dream ride. This is an open class show so classic or modern is welcome.

Show off your car or bring the family to check out all the entries.

There will be fun activities, food and fun for the whole family!

Participant Registration is only $10. Non-resident participants welcome!

MONSTER MILE 2019

SECOND ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL

Sat. Oct. 26th | 5 – 7pm | Lantana, TX

Oct. 19 | 10am - 2pm | The Village at Valley Creek 2505 Brinker Rd • Denton, TX 76208

Join us for trick or treat fun! The route will begin at the Lantana Town Green near the gazebo and travel north along Lantana Trail to Keeler Street, cross Lantana Trail and continue south back to Bradford Street.

Free parking will be available at Rayzor Elementary.

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Join us for hot dogs, hamburgers, cotton candy and an auction.

Entertainment will be provided by Clarence Pitts. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association.

RSVP to 940-323-1710 by October 14. www.LantanaLiving.com

INSIDE EDUCATION

GUYER HIGH SCHOOL PTSA REFLECTIONS COMPETITION Express yourself! The theme of this year’s Reflections competition is “Look Within.”

Showcase your original artistic talents in literature, musical composition, photography, visual arts, dance choreography, and film production. All entries are due to Guyer Main Office by Friday, November 1.

For rules and entry forms, please visit http://bit.ly/GuyerReflections.

SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT FOR ADKINS ELEMENTARY Mon. Sept. 30 | 6am - 10pm Chick-fil-A Justin Road 2001 Justin Rd.

Flower Mound, TX 76226 ‘Eat mor chikin’ for breakfast, lunch, and

dinner! Bring your school spirit to Chick-fil-A

and when you mention Spirit Day, a portion of

the sales will go to toward Adkins Elementary!

For more information visit the Adkins Elementary PTA facebook page.

Guyer Varsity Football vs Keller Central Sept. 26 | 7pm C.H. Collins Athletic Complex 1500 Long Rd. Denton, TX 76207 Varsity Cross County Sept. 28 | 7am Bob Jones Park

3901 North White Chapel Blvd.

Southlake, TX 76092

Guyer Varsity Volleyball vs Southlake Oct. 4 | 6:30pm GHS Main Gym 7501 Teasley Ln. Denton, TX 76210 High School Homecoming Varsity Football Game vs Keller High School Fr. Oct. 18 | 7pm Collins Athletic Complex 1500 Long Rd. Denton, TX 76207

DENTON ISD STADIUM RULES Now that Texas football has started, here is a reminder about the new Denton ISD clear bag policy.

Patrons are encouraged to bring as little as possible this year; this means no big bags, purses, backpacks, or coolers. Clear vinyl or plastic totes are allowed. Guests visiting C.H. Collins Athletic Complex and Bronco Field are welcome to visit dentonsports.rankonesport.com and click

Guyer Varsity Volleyball vs Keller Central Oct. 22 | 6:30pm GHS Main Gym 7501 Teasley Ln. Denton, TX 76210

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ARGYLE

Business Spotlight

CITIZENS, PAST AND PRESENT, Are Characters In Author ’s Books

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by Crystal Wood

t’s true about authors: be careful what you say and do, or you might end up in their book! It’s especially true of local author and Argyle historian Lynn Sheffield Simmons, whose books are filled with names, faces and events familiar to many Argyle residents.

Now, contains dozens of historical and

contemporary photos and stories about

the people, places, and events that helped make Argyle the thriving community of

today. Mrs. Simmons moved to Argyle in

the early 1970s, when she taught special education in the Birdville School District,

and immediately immersed herself in the culture and history of the small town.

It was widely known that the famous Texas

some Argyle cows deliver toys on Christmas Eve when his reindeer are ill with colds. Then came Bo, the Famous Retriever, whose adventures as a lovable crime-sniffing dog has filled six volumes (so far) and features her friends’ children and local notables as the human characters in the stories. One such book, Bo and the Night Intruder, was

but Mrs. Simmons knew there was so

owned by Pete Incaviglia, former left

waystation on his colorful criminal journey,

set in the real-life Argyle restaurant

much more than that to Argyle’s story.

fielder for the Texas Rangers.

Chronicle and the Argyle Sun, she made

Mrs. Simmons’ current dog, Rowdy, stars in his own “Night Before Christmas”

Argyle her “beat,” and wrote about

story in photos and verse. All of her

happenings in her family and around

www.argylebooks.com, and the Argyle

in the Denton paper for many years,

Caravan and S&J Pharmacy in Argyle.

people and events, as well as humorous

books are available from her website,

town. Her column, “Up-A-Creek” ran

history books may be found at Gypsy

and it evolved into “The Place Is Argyle,” which she continued until retirement.

In the course of writing for publication, she tried her hand at children’s books.

The first was Sugar Lump, the Orphan Calf, which was based on the antics

of her own pet calf; Sugar Lump would later be the hero of the whimsical

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in which Sugar Lump helps Santa and

outlaw, Sam Bass, had made Argyle a

As a columnist for the Denton Record-

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Sugar Lump’s Night Before Christmas,

Lynn and her husband, retired dentist Dr. Larry Simmons, reside in Argyle on a small farm where they continue to enjoy its serene beauty in the midst of dynamic growth. lynn@argylebooks.com

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photos courtesy of Crystal Wood

Photographed above is Lynn Sheffield Simmons with Argyle resident Judy Davenport at a book signing at Point Bank, December 2018.

Her most recent book, Argyle Then and

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Pumpkin Patch

EVENTS

by Leanne Yocum

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t’s fall, y’all! The leaves are changing and there is a crispness in the air. Pumpkin Spice Lattes, pumpkin pies, pumpkin patches, and the other amazing pumpkin delights mark the beginning of the magical season of fand a gourd-geous time to take the kids to a pumpkin patch.

HALL’S PUMPKIN FARM AND CORN MAZE SEPT 27

THE FLOWER MOUND PUMPKIN PATCH OCT 1 - 31

3420 Hall Johnson Rd. • Grapevine, TX

5100 Cross Timbers Rd. • Flower Mound, TX

Mon. - Thurs. 3 - 8pm • Fri. 3 - 10pm Sat. 10am - 10pm • Sun. 1 - 8pm

9am - 7pm

817.991.1052 | hallspumpkinfarm.net

Activities are Free.

Parking Mon. - Fri. $5 | Sat. - Sun. $10 817.430.4536 • flowermoundpumpkinpatch.com

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PUMPKIN HOLLOW OCT 17 - 19 Little Elm Park

701 W. Eldorado Pkwy. • Little Elm, TX Thurs. 6 - 9 pm

Fri. - Sat. 6 - 10pm littleelm.org/1195/Pumpkin-Hollow

CORINTH PUMPKIN PALOOZA OCT 19 Corinth Community Park

3700 Corinth Pkwy. • Corinth, TX 10am - 8pm CorinthPumpkinPalooza.com

PUMPKINS ON THE PRAIRIE SEPT 28 - OCT 31 Grace Avenue United Methodist Church

3521 Main St. • Frisco, TX Mon. - Fri. 1 - 7pm

Sat.– Sun. 9am - 7pm *Activities do not begin until 12pm on Sunday.*

972.335.2882

graceavenue.org/pumpkins-on-theprairie/

AUBREY PUMPKIN PATCH SEPT 28 - NOV 3 1042 W Sherman Dr. • Aubrey, TX Everyday except Mon. 10am - 7pm

Admission $9 ages 2yrs and up.

Parking is free.

940.343.5155

teamfamilyfarms.com

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3RD ANNUAL

LANTANA photos and info courtesy of Kristine Hallingstad

DOG SHOW

HOSTED BY THE LANTANA LADIES LEAGUE & LANTANA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION October 12, 2019

Lantana Town Green on Lantana Trail at Gazebo Registration: 9am | Show Time: 10am

IS YOUR DOG THE CUTEST PUP ON THE PLANET? DOES YOUR DOG DO A COOL TRICK?

L

antana residents are encouraged to sign up for the 3rd Annual Lantana Dog Show & Pup Parade. Hosted

that facilitates the rescue, fostering and

categories and one grand prize for Best in Show! Neighbors are invited to visit sponsor and vendor tables before the show starts and enjoy refreshments for pet parents & “furry family”. Ladies League volunteers will also be collecting donations of puppy pee pads; gently used towels or blankets; or Purina One Smart Blend Chicken & Rice Dog Food for donation to Apollo.

placement of abused/abandoned dogs form all over North Texas.

Contestants will participate in the Pup Parade immediately following judging.

For a $5 donation, Lantana participants

Contest Rules: Must be registered & on time to participate. Only friendly dogs allowed. Must be present to win when winners are announced.

by the Lantana Ladies League & the

Lantana Community Association, the

popular community event will benefit

Apollo Support & Rescue—presenting

dogs available to adopt on site! Apollo

is a 501 c3 operation based in Justin, TX

may enter in one, two or all the following categories: Cutest, Best Pet Trick or Best

Costume. Judges will award a prize for all

For more information or to register, go to lantanaladiesleague.com www.LantanaLiving.com

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A

fter years of competing in highprofile dance championships across the United States, 11-year-

old Lantana resident Breez Carver

LOCAL DANCER TO COMPETE

FOR TEAM USA

IN POLAND

by Steve Gamel

has the opportunity to showcase her talents overseas.

In December, Breez will

represent her country as part of The American

Dance Company at the

International Dance

Organization World

Championships in

Warsaw, Poland.

Out of hundreds of dancers who

auditioned, only a

handful – including

Breez – were

selected, per a press

release last month.

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“We’re obviously pumped for her,”

Each year, its dancers have returned

TO RAISE MONEY FOR

“It’s a big deal, especially since they

bronze medals.

THE TRIP TO POLAND,

“This year’s group has a chance,”

WHICH ALSO INCLUDES

said Michael Carver, Breez’s father.

only took a handful of girls from her age group. It’s exciting.”

Mr. Carver said. “It’d be great if they won.”

The International Dance Organization is a world dance and dancesport federation with a membership of

over 90 nations represented by

more than 250,000 dancers from six

continents. It is a

non-profit organization

home decorated in gold, silver, and

Breez has been dancing

“It’s a big deal, especially since they only took a handful of girls from her age group.

It’s exciting.”

that was founded in 1981.

The American Dance Company

competitively since she was 6 years old. She

SEVERAL TRAINING TRIPS TO BOSTON, BREEZ’S

is currently a dancer

FAMILY IS HOLDING A

of Dance – DV8 The

FUNDRAISER FROM 6-8

with Dana’s Studio

Company in Southlake

as well as Floor Invasion

Dance Crew and ANS

Rhythmics. In June, she

attended Nationals in Las Vegas

and was honored with Hollywood

is made up of some of the USA’s most

Connection’s National ICON of the Year,

competed at the IDO championships

multiple regional and national dance titles

P.M. ON SEPTEMBER 28 AT MARTY B’S. TICKETS ARE $25 EACH, WHICH GETS YOU A

promising young dance stars and has

per the press release. She also holds

BUFFET MEAL AND ONE

since 2003.

for her solos, duo/trio, and group dances.

DRINK TICKET.

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Your Fad

Fitness :Ask The Expert

DIET NIGHTMARE

by Jesse J. Leyva, Owner of Jesse James Fit & Outlaw Fitcamp JesseJamesFit.com | OutlawFitcamp.com

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ave you noticed how people jump on board with a popular fad diet, lose 5, 10, or even 20 pounds, and then gain it all back and then some? It’s actually a simple concept, and once you understand it, you will be forever saved from the tortures of yo-yo dieting.

are identified and replaced with healthy

Fad diets saddle you with unsustainable

of their routine, the unneeded calories will

unhealthy habits:

out entire food groups just to produce

to do?

calorie restrictions, and some even cut

that short-lived drop in weight. The fad

diets also ignore one major component in shaping up: exercise.

You see, most fad diets operate on one

age-old premise: cut calories, cut calories, cut calories. By restricting the type and

amount of food consumed, the fad dieter

usually sees an immediate drop in weight.

If only it stopped there…

But it doesn’t stop there. Life continues,

and the fad dieter returns to their pre-diet eating habits — with one major difference

in their body — their calorie requirements have gotten smaller.

In practical terms, this means the dieter

result in pounds gained. So what’s a dieter

Here are the most prevalent Failing to exercise on a

•

Consuming calories in excess of

do so consistently. It isn’t something you

•

Filling your diet with foods that

Changing your lifestyle from one that is

•

The habit of procrastination.

best thing that you ever do for yourself.

You can lose weight and improve both

The solution to your fad dieting nightmare is a lifestyle change.

To change your lifestyle means to replace

unhealthy habits with healthy ones, and to do for a week or two.

unhealthy to one that is healthy will be the I help people make this change every day with amazing results.

So how do I change my lifestyle? That is a great question, and the answer is actually easier than you might think.

Most people who are unhappy with their

And since exercise hasn’t become a part

bad habits. Once these destructive habits

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•

begins gaining weight even though they

are eating their normal pre-diet portions.

habits, their body naturally transforms into

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Take action now. Call or email me today, and together, we will recreate your lifestyle and redefine your body.

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FALL

EVENTS

by Leanne Yocum

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n Texas, fall is welcomed with football parties, pumpkin spice lattes, salt margaritas instead of salt on the roads, and flip flops that lay side by side with fur-lined boots. It’s the season to be thankful and surround ourselves with family and friends, so check out these fun fall festivities for all to enjoy!

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DOG DAYS OF DENTON Oct. 5 | 9am - 3pm | North Texas State Fairgrounds 2217 N. Carroll Blvd. • Denton, TX 76201 Free Admission (All dogs must remain leashed and owners must provide proof of current vaccinations.)

Jazz, the 2019 Spokesdog for Dog Days of Denton, will be wagging with the barkalicious events he has planned for all his furry friends and their persons.

Enjoy a Canine Couture fashion show and costume contest, Dancing with the Dog contest and a dog singing contest, pet tricks, Glamfur Photos, hand-crafted arts/crafts for pets and people, dog and disc demos, agility course with Zoom Room, scrumptious festival food and so much more! For more details, please visit www.dentondogdays.com/ or check out Dog Days of Denton on Facebook.

DAY OF THE DEAD Oct. 26 | 11am - 9pm | Industrial & E. Hickory St. Downtown Denton, TX 76201 Free Admission The Day of the Dead is a joyous free multicultural family-friendly festival celebrating life. Ghoul and enjoy thrilling coffin races, walk in the bewitching twilight parade, play in the pumpkin patch, watch the captivating Cirque du Horror musical, and be mesmerized with the Flight of Souls - a mass release of live Monarch butterflies to remember and honor the souls of loved ones. Check out Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival on Facebook or visit dentondayofthedeadfestival.com.

DENTON HALLOWEEN FEST Oct. 31 | 6 - 11:30pm | North Texas Fair Grounds 2217 N. Carroll Blvd. • Denton, TX 76201 Free Admission A spooktacular festival with chills and thrills for all ages!

Enjoy fabulous events - Halloween costume contest, costume catwalk, drag shows, games for the little goblins, bone-Appetit with ghoulishly delightful food, fang-tastic vendors, and spellbinding raffle tickets! Hop on your broomsticks and visit www.eventbrite.com/ and search Denton Halloween Fest. www.LantanaLiving.com

ROCKTOBER HALLOWEEN BASH Oct. 29 | 5 - 10pm | Wayne Ferguson Plaza 150 W. Church St. • Lewisville, TX 75057 Free Admission Ride your broomsticks over to Old Town Lewisville and enjoy a fabulous night trick-or-treating with your little ghouls and goblins. Spooktacular Kids’ activities are from 5 - 7. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and feast on ghoulishly delightful food and drinks. Brush off the cobwebs and get your bones a rockin to spine-tingling KISS tribute band, Texas KISS-Destroyer, beginning at 7pm! Well behaved pets on leashes are welcome!

For more information call 972.219.3401 or visit Wayne Ferguson Plaza on Facebook.

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Legal Advice :Ask The Expert

“I DON’T

NEED AN ESTATE PLAN.”

by Jennifer Balmos Balmos Law, PLLC 940.300.9834 Balmoslaw.com

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ne of the most common objections to estate planning is that person doesn’t need a plan

because “everything’s going to my spouse anyway.” The person may go further to

say their assets, such as bank accounts

and property, are in both names. So, the problem is solved.

Families who plan ahead know the end-of-life wishes for their loved ones, and are not forced to make critical decisions in a vacuum.

Consider an example: husband and

wife own a home in Lantana, among other assets. The husband passes

away, and the wife remains in the home.

After living in the home for a few years,

the wife decides to move to Austin to be

closer to her children and grandchildren.

She puts the house on the market and receives an offer quickly.

The husband’s interest in the home

transfers to the wife immediately upon

his death by virtue of the Texas intestacy statutes. But, without a process like

probate, the title to the home remains in the name of both the husband and wife. In order for the title company to approve the sale, the home must be in the wife’s name only. She must now begin proceedings to transfer title. Not surprisingly, these proceedings require both time and money. The delay also means that the wife runs the risk of losing out on her offer.

An estate plan is not just about protecting property. A comprehensive plan protects people, as well. Proactive planning allows individuals to decide who will make financial and healthcare decisions for them if they are unable to do so themselves. Parents have the opportunity to name guardians for their children if both pass away or are unable to care for the children. Families who plan ahead know the end-of-life wishes for their loved ones, and are not forced to make critical decisions in a vacuum.

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Ask The Expert: School Days

Starting The School Year

OFF STRONG

by Valorie McGilvra, Teacher and Life Coach

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oday, we are all busy in our lives. But with all of the communication devices we really don’t have an excuse for not being in touch with our children’s education. Studies show that when parents are involved in their child’s school their academic and overall performance will improve.

A report from the Southwest Educational Development Laboratory concluded that parental involvement over the past decade, regardless of family income or background, proved that students with involved parents are more likely to: Earn higher grades and test scores, and enroll in higher-level programs.

Be promoted, pass their classes, and earn credits.

Attend school regularly.

Have better social skills, show improved behavior.

Graduate and go on to post-secondary education.

How can parents make it work?

Connect Electronically

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Planners: Some schools start using these as early as 3rd grade. They are an excellent way to help kids learn to organize and plan. If your child’s teacher uses these, please read/sign and discuss with your child.

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Written Notes: Determine which way your teacher prefers, email or note in folder, then let them know if your child had a bad night or there is going to be a change in his or her life.

This can be through various vehicles: •

Email

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Teacher Web Pages

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School District Sites

Connect Face to Face •

Parent-Teacher Conferences

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Back to School Night

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School sponsored events

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PTA (Meetings and Events)

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Academic Events

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Take Home Folders: Many schools

have a school folder that goes home weekly and the teacher might have

one that is daily. It’s very important to look through them and sign/return

in a timely manner. When parents do this “homework” it adds value in the child’s eyes and gives the teacher

some leverage with reinforcing good behavior, homework etc.

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Becoming a teacher later in life has been a blessing for me and my family.

I know that I am a better mom because I see my children’s education as a parent and as an educator. My goal through these articles is to help parents see their children’s education through both sets of eyes as well.

A few helpful websites to checkout: www.scholastic.com discovery.com usmint.gov/kids younginvestors.com www.LantanaLiving.com

WE HOPE LANTANA RESIDENTS HAVE A FANTASTIC SCHOOL YEAR!

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Photos were submitted by area residents. If you’d like to submit your photos for publication or if you have any questions please email us at artwork@murray-media.com.

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The Dirt On

Dental Diagnosis

by Dr. Matt Artho, owner of Country Lakes Family Dental

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once came across a t-shirt that defined a dentist in the following way: “Dentist – noun. Someone who solves a problem you didn’t know you had in a way you don’t understand. See also wizard, magician.” Even as dentists, this feels peculiarly accurate as we attempt in a 10-minute consultation to dissect more than four years of dental education.

The reality is, educating patients on the methods of diagnosis is not only possible but creates assurance in your dentist and better oral health habits for yourself.

if a “sticky” spot is observed with a

Let’s begin with explaining the diagnosis of the common cavity.

Decay manifests itself when oral bacteria break down tooth structure with acidic bi-products. The use of dental x-rays helps visualize decay between teeth where bacteria harbor at the point of contact. Depending on the size of decay, it is typically a dark gray area on the radiograph that, when contained in the outer white enamel, can be slowed or halted with fluoride. But when exposed to the softer dentin, will require treatment to remove. Decay on the biting surfaces is usually diagnosed by determining

depths. Often this can be visualized on

dental instrument. Intraoral cameras are often utilized to help patients visualize these areas. Small areas of decay are

treated with fillings, but large areas that

compromise tooth and/or pulp integrity

may require more extensive treatment like a crown and/or root canal.

Periodontal disease is typically diagnosed using measurements between the tooth and tissue that indicate areas where bacteria have caused the tissue to

disconnect from the tooth at established x-rays where plaque can be seen beneath the gum. Gum bleeding indicates active inflammation in these areas, and this

inflammation leads to bone loss over a long period of time also visualized on an x-ray.

Be aware that treatment following

diagnosis is dependent on the philosophy of your dentist. Make a point to have

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your dentist explain your treatment

options and the reasoning behind them.

This will help ensure a healthy relationship between you and your dentist.

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940.382.8216 | shanklinlawfirm.com | 400 W. Oak St., Ste. 204 • Denton, TX 76201

Perfect Balance Of

LAW & FAMILY LIFE

by Steve Gamel

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imberly Shanklin insists she has one of those dreaded Type-A personalities you can see coming from four or five courtrooms away. She’s impatient, aggressive, and obsessed with doing things her way in a world where rules and procedure run her life. She also hates to disappoint and takes pride in being prepared for anything.

Just ask her husband, Brody, who has watched her navigate a high-stress career and a busy family life for nearly 16 years.

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“I’m fairly certain my husband thinks I’m crazy because I have detailed lists for every part of my day, with back-up lists if things go off schedule due to client needs.

Sometimes he’ll find me working out at 10:30 pm and just shakes his head and keeps moving because he knows I need to mark it off my list. ” Kimberly said with a laugh.

photography by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com)

The point is that everything Kimberly has achieved on her own during her nearly 20-year career has been predicated on a take-no-prisoners attitude mixed with a compassionate mindset of always being there for her clients. That has made the Law Office of Kimberly Shanklin PLLC in Denton the perfect choice for anyone needing superior counsel for criminal and family law cases.

When Lantana Living magazine recently caught up with Kimberly at her office, it was clear there is also a softer side to this ultra-ambitious lawyer. Strip away the law degree, accolades, and impressive win-loss record, and you have the quintessential wife and mother who has created the perfect balance of law and family life. She is a devoted wife to Brody Shanklin, judge of the Texas 211th District Court in Denton. They have lived in

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KIMBERLY SHANKLIN Owner Lantana for nearly five years and have two sons, Bryce (20) and Brock (14).

“We have two amazing boys. One thinks

we are crazy and has no aspirations of being a lawyer, and the other looks just like his dad but has my personality,” Kimberly said of her kids. “Our youngest negotiates and argues all his points, just like a lawyer, and he’s very smart about it. Losing an argument to a child is both exhausting and frustrating.”

Kimberly could go on and on about her family. In fact, no matter how successful she is at work, the road she took to get here always had them in mind. Before opening her firm five years ago, Kimberly spent 13 years working for a larger firm representing thousands of clients. The experience she gained was invaluable, but it was a volume-based job. One case was always followed by seven or eight more in a fast-paced environment, which meant longer days and nights at work and less time focusing on the attention both her growing family and clients deserved.

In Kimberly’s eyes, that’s not the way she envisioned practicing law for the longterm. Rather than push people in and out, she wanted to take time with each client she represented and approach her job with a personal touch.

“The best thing I did was go out on my own,” Kimberly said. “With some of these family law cases, it’s very intensive with multiple life-altering decisions involved. You have to take a step back and focus on quality over quantity so that you can devote the time you need to each person. I love helping all my clients in any way I can.”

Kimberly’s firm represents clients in all types of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and adoptions.

She is one of few attorneys chosen to represent high-risk clients through the family drug court and often represents both parents and children in CPS cases.

She is also the go-to Denton County attorney in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.

There aren’t many mornings where she isn’t waking up to a barrage of text messages and emails from clients of her law firm. At first glance, the list almost seems like too many for any one person to get back with promptly. But one by one, Kimberly responds as she always does – all with a reassuring tone that she is there to fight for them.

And somehow, she’s always there doting on her family. It’s about striking that perfect balance between law and family life — and Kimberly is clearly the best at it.

“No matter what is going on at my practice and how much work I put in, I want to spend as much time as I can being a good mom and wife. Having my own firm allows me the flexibility and freedom to do that.”

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MUMS THE WORD

by Steve Gamel

A QUICK HISTORY OF THE HOMECOMING MUM

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t’s homecoming season in Texas, so you know what that means – mums.

as a headache remedy. The petals

Ahh yes, Texas’ fall high school fashion trend that started many mums ago and will live on for years to come. Parents and suitors shell out a few hundred dollars so their daughter or date to the dance can wear half of the inventory from a Michael’s craft store as an over-thetop bouquet.

eventually introduced to the

It’s a tradition, and it looks fantastic.

But where do mums come from, exactly? And when did they go from a simple flower to gigantic, custom pieces that are more often than not bigger than the girl wearing them?

limit to the design options that are

The first question is easier to answer. Mums come from the Chrysanthemum flower, which according to the National Chrysanthemum Society, USA dates back to 15th-century China. In those days, the flowering herbs’ roots could be boiled and used

and sprouts were eaten in

salads. The Chrysanthemum was Western World. In its most basic form, a homecoming mum is a

typical corsage with some kind of

backing and maybe a few ribbons.

In many of these traditional cases, the flower is real.

Around the 1970s, mums became

more elaborate. Today, there is no available in many custom shops

around North Texas. Mums include everything from glitter and long

ribbons that showcase school colors to silk flowers, tulle, bells, trinkets,

tiny teddy bears, and blinking LED

lights. Some mums are so enormous that they physically can’t be worn.

Over the last few years, the

mum craze has branched out to

neighboring states. But they will always be bigger in Texas.

Dana Linnabary danalinnabary@gmail.com

Dana works full time at Harpool and dedicates the rest of her free time to designing Mums during the Homecoming season.

Freshman Mums Start at $100.00 Sophermore Mums Start at $125 Junior Mums Start at $150 Senior Mums Start at $200 Garters Start at $50

“I absolutely love creating new mum ideas and I am very dedicated to my craft. I see every Mum as a challenge and strive to make one of a kind pieces that help express the unique personality of each person.

I have the opportunity to create about 40 Mums a year and wish there were more hours in the day to create more! It takes about 5-6 hours from start to finish for each mum.”

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YOUR LOCAL MUM CREATOR

Best Little Brewfest

IS COMING

by Steve Gamel

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f you’re a craft beer lover and want to partake in some rare and occasionally unusual brews, then put the Best Little

Brewfest in Texas on your calendar.

to 7 pm and will again be held in Old Town Lewisville at 151 W.

Church Street. It will feature everything

from beer and wine

to food, gifts, amazing music, and fun for the

bases covered.

Last year’s event brought in

As always, there will be light and summery options all the way to the exotic and barrel-aged.

entire family. As always, all

proceeds from North Texas’

best beer festival benefit Cloud 9

Charities, a local nonprofit that seeks to

provide temporary shelter for homeless families in Denton County.

OK, so let’s talk about the beer. Get ready to experience some of the finest craft

beer, wine, and spirits around. As always, there will be light and summery options

all the way to the exotic and barrel-aged.

The list of breweries is still being lined up, but you can expect around 80 or more

with about 300 offerings. Of course, there www.LantanaLiving.com

wine and distilled spirits to have all the

breweries such as TUPPS,

This year’s event is set for

October 19 from 1:30 pm

will also be meads and ciders as well as

True Vine, Oak Highlands,

Hopfusion, Oskar Blues, Red Gap, Deep Ellum Brewing Company,

and Denton County Brewing Company.

Many of those are

expected to be back

this year.

vendor tents for gifts, decor, and so much more. Adult tickets include a souvenir tasting cup, tasting card for 12 samples (2 oz. each per TABC rules), access to 25 retail vendors, two stages of live music, and tasty food trucks! VIP tickets get you in an hour and a half early and admission to the VIP Lounge.

A full list of participating breweries, bands, vendors, and other information – including how to purchase your tickets in advance – can be found at bestlittlebrewfestintexas.com.

Once you’ve got your

drinks, stick around and have

some fun. According to the event website, there will be two stages for great local

music. The main stage on the east end of Ferguson Plaza will host full bands on a

professional sound platform. The acoustic stage at the west end hosts great talent

with an acoustic, singer/songwriter feel.

Last year’s lineup of performers included Trevor Douglas, Melissa Ratley, the Tennessee Stiffs, and Ricky Russell.

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The Bartonville Store & Jeter’s Meat Shop :Foodie Friday DFW

THE BARTONVILLE STORE & Jeter’s Meat Shop

photos courtesy of Foodie Friday DFW

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ravel back in time with us to 1882 when Bentley B. Barton owned the 220 acres of farmland located between Denton Creek and Hickory Creek - what we now know as Bartonville.

Chef and sales manager. In addition to the

To offer convenience to local farmers who didn’t want to travel to Lewisville or Grapevine for supplies, B.B. Barton built a simple frame building that he kept stocked with items he knew the farmers would need. The store quickly became a local meeting place for residents - a place where they could stock up on supplies and catch up on the latest gossip.

Chef Bandt’s incredible menu. Just a few

After more than130 years, during which time the store changed ownership, burned down twice, and became a vital part of our local history, the Bartonville Store fell into the hands of now owners, Michael Scott and Tim House, who have vowed to restore the history of the building while also reimagining a new and exciting future for it.

940.241.3301 www.thebartonvillestore.com 96 McMakin Rd. Bartonville, TX 76226

The Bartonville Store pays homage to the store of the past with its Jeter’s Meat Shop, “a grass-fed, grain-finish Prime meat butcher shop,” which will feature Texasraised Wagyu Beef from Rosewood Ranch, where Scott is the Corporate Executive

Wagyu, customers can also find Angus,

pork, chicken and game meat from other local ranches.

We cannot begin to rave enough about

of the menu highlights include a Wagyu Pastrami Burger made with pastrami

cured in-house, Stir Fried Steak served in a Peruvian style sauce, their Duroc ribs, and

a New York Strip that literally melts in your mouth. It’s so tender.

Another feature of the Bartonville Store that cannot be overlooked is their

incredible bar made with materials

from the old store and where they serve signature cocktails like a Pisco Sour, a Whiskey Smash, and a Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita.

They’re planning to entertain their

customers nearly every weekend with live

music showcasing local favorite musicians like the Ryan Glenn Band. They’ve also

has teamed up with Four Seasons Farmers Markets to bring a Farmers Market to their store every Thursday starting in September from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

So, is there any reason NOT to visit The

Bartonville Store? Delicious food. Check.

A fantastic bar. Check. Live music. Check.

A farmers market. Check. A gourmet meat shop. Check.

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All joking aside, we’re so glad Michael

and Tim decided to restore this cherished piece of history and turn it back into the

beloved gathering place it has served as for the last 130 years.

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MAKE A

DIFFERENCE MENTOR AND VOLUNTEER TODAY!

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he Denton ISD mentoring program is for any person who is willing to provide a child with support, friendship and a constructive example through one-on-one meetings each week. Mentors and volunteers are needed at all 42 of Denton ISD’s schools.

The 2019-2020 volunteer application (background check) can be found at www.dentonisd.org/volunteer.

LOOK OUT FOR MORE INFO IN THE NEXT ISSUE OF LANTANA LIVING

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SURVIVING Stomach Viruses

L Re anta sid na en t

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

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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 GI infection has manifested in one child, the most important focus is hydrating

that child and protecting the other family

• Clean up areas of vomit and

diarrhea immediately

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ill with a stomach bug. Not surprisingly,

• Wash yourself with soap and water.

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

• Wash Surfaces in the household

and water. I know, easier said than done.

So simply commit to do your best.

• Change Sheets

(use extra hot water and high heat in the dryer)

phase may last longer.

Children rarely need medication when recovering from gastroenteritis. Talk

with your child’s pediatrician if you feel

your child is vomiting excessively, longer

and diarrhea are a protection reaction of

your child’s body to clear infection. Do not give anti-diarrheal agents/medications to

Diarrhea usually follows the vomiting

and can last several days. Even so, our

children’s resilience will long astonish us.

Protect their skin from rashes and sores,

So while carrying around those little magic nothing, always try to wash with soap

after about 24 hours. On occasion this

increase the severity of the infection.

even survive hand sanitizers and wipes.

bottles of germ killer can be better than

and intestines, vomiting usually stops

children as it can prolong the illness and

carrying your child and when preparing Many viruses will survive on surfaces for

infection moves through the stomach

dehydrated. Remember that vomiting

this is particularly true after touching or food and eating.

vomit more often than adults. As the

than 24 hours or he/she is becoming

members from contracting the illness.

Hand washing and keeping things

bug in children, and children tend to

keep them hydrated, avoid sugary foods • Use diluted bleach solution to clean hard surfaces.

With a typical gastroenteritis, vomiting

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

and beverages, and consider cutting out all dairy until all issues have resolved for

at least 5-7 days. Re-introduce dairy very slowly and monitor symptoms.

If your child has severe stomach

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

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HALLOWEEN MOVIES YOU MUST SEE AGAIN

by Steve Gamel

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alloween is almost here. To get you geared up for the big night, we compiled this list of must-see scary movies that have managed to stand the test of time. Some are the type you’d be OK with having the kids watch while others are cult classics that are definitely on the adult side. Either way, why wait until Halloween when you can grab some popcorn, turn the lights off, and start a chilling movie marathon throughout the month of October?

SCARY MOVIES FOR THE KIDDOS Edward Scissorhands A scientist with good intentions creates an animated human being (Edward) but dies before he can finish. This leaves poor Edward with scissors for hands as he tries to live in an average suburban neighborhood. Another mustwatch classic by Tim Burton that is great for the entire family.

Halloweentown If you’re looking for something light for your small kiddos to watch, Halloweentown is a great choice courtesy of the Disney Channel. The series consists of four films that ran between 1998 and 2006.

Beetlejuice “Learn to throw your voice, fool your friends, fun at parties.” — Beetlejuice. Directed by Tim Burton, this classic debuted in 1988 and has definitely stood the test of time for its solid mix of humor and horror as a ghost is created to haunt a house. Word on the street is they are making a sequel. They’d better bring back Michael Keaton; that’s all we’re gonna say.

Hocus Pocus This is a funny tale starring the hilarious and odd trio of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.

Just like Beetlejuice, word on the street is there’s a sequel brewing.

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SCARY MOVIES FOR ADULTS Scream (all of them) “What’s your favorite scary movie?” — Ghostface. Say what you want about Scream, but there’s something about this series of four slasher films that are funny, clever, and scary.

The films follow Sidney Prescott and her war against murderers who adopt the guise of Ghostface.

Bram Stoker’s Dracula Everyone loves a great movie about Count Dracula, and this is perhaps the best one out there. This is a perfect movie to watch on Halloween after the kiddos have finally gone to bed.

Poltergeist Another Steven Spielberg flick that became an instant classic. There’s just something about that small, blonde-haired girl that will instantly creep you out for weeks. “This house … is clean.”

Halloween (all of them) It’s Michael Myers, for heaven’s sakes. What October is complete without this guy?

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SHERIFF ’S

CORNER with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

TIPS FOR PARENTS DEALING WITH KIDS AND SOCIAL MEDIA

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he Denton County Sheriff’s Office is focused on keeping children safe from internet predators. We work

closely with other agencies to conduct Joint Online Solicitation Operations.

Here are a few tips that parents can use

when dealing with kids and social media.

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Get up to speed on social media so

that you can communicate with your kid and monitor their social media.

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Set limits on how much time is spent

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Teach your kids how to recognize

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Embrace the benefits of social

If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, join our family and be a part of a great organization. Detention Officer I positions start at $37,623.00 per year. Visit our website to apply. www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ dentoncounty

WOMAN’S EMPOWERMENT CLASS 9am - 12pm at Denton Bible Church Woman’s Empowerment Program (WEP) is a self-defense class offered once a month. This program is free and open to females 15 years and older. Registration is required at WEP@dentoncounty.com.

on social media.

and report abuse.

ACTIVE SHOOTER CLASSES

is not appropriate to post on

We are now doing Active Shooter Classes for businesses and groups.

If you are interested in this presentation please email Deputy Godi at Joshua.godi@dentoncounty.com.

Take advantage of safety controls

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media and teach your kids how it

is a powerful tool if used effectively.

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Teach your kids what is and what social media.

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and monitoring apps to protect them from harm.

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12 QUESTIONS WITH

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DR. LEIGH ANNE

ROBERTSON DVM of Lantana Animal Hospital

by Steve Gamel

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antana Living recently had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Leigh Anne Robertson of Lantana Animal Hospital for a good, old-fashioned game of 12 Questions. We learned so many fun things about Dr. Leigh Anne, as she dished on everything from her love of pets to some of her more unusual talents.

Lantana Living: Why did you decide to become a veterinarian?

“That’s an easy one. I was raised on a ranch; we didn’t have just regular animals because my dad also did work for the San Diego Zoo. When I was five, we had a pygmy goat who needed a c-section, and I got to help with that. From the time of that on forward, I always wanted to be a vet.”

Lantana Living: What is your favorite and least favorite part about your job?

“My favorite part of my job is that each and every day I get to truly make a difference in not only the life of pets but also their people. The least favorite is the end-of-life time for pets.”

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Lantana Living: What is the funniest thing that’s ever happened at your practice?

“Many years ago, I had a patient bring in a new kitten. Her daughters had been wanting a girl cat for a long time, so they adopted a white kitty and named her Star.

During the exam, I told her that Star was actually a boy. I was told that I couldn’t tell their daughters, so every time they brought him in, I had to refer to “him” as a “her”.”

Lantana Living: If you couldn’t be a veterinarian, what would you do for a living?

“Had I not been accepted into vet school, I’d be training horses for a living. I grew up on a ranch and did rodeo professionally for a long time, so that’s what I’d do.” www.LantanaLiving.com

Lantana Living: What is your favorite trait about yourself?

“I really enjoy talking to people. It’s a gift

because I just enjoy other people. For me, it’s an openness and a joy to interact with the world around me. The joy I get from talking from people is special.”

Lantana Living: What is your least favorite trait about yourself?

“Aside from doctor-patient confidentiality, I’d say on a personal level that I’m

horrible at keeping secrets. I am too

communicative; I’d be worried about spilling the beans.

Lantana Living: Do you have

other talents that people don’t know about you?

“A lot of people don’t know that I trained horses or that I ride and race bikes.

I played french horn and trombone when I was in high school, as well.”

Lantana Living: What’s your favorite color?

“Purple.”

Lantana Living: If you were stuck in an elevator with one person, who would it be?

“On purpose or on accident? I’d say Jason Momoa.”

Lantana Living: What’s your deepest darkest secret?

“My secret is that I can’t keep secrets on a personal level.”

Lantana Living: If you had to karaoke one song in front of a packed gym, what would it be?

“TobyMac … Eye On It.” Lantana Living: What’s the dumbest way you’ve been injured?

“That’s an easy one. I’ve literally

tripped over my own foot and fallen down. I’m a klutz.”

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COMMUNITY

CORNER

by Denton County Commissioner Precinct 4 Dianne Edmondson

MASTER GARDENERS ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY DESIGN YOUR YARD WITH EARTH-KIND® LANDSCAPING CLASS Oct 18 - 19 Fri: 6:30 - 8:30pm | Sat: 9am - 4pm Flower Mound United Methodist Church 3950 Bruton Orand Blvd.

Flower Mound, TX 75022 An upcoming Flower Mound program offers information about Earth-Kind® practices to conserve time, money and natural resources to create beautiful and productive yards and gardens.

At a cost of $100 per person or $125 for two people in the same household, participants will learn planning preparation, design application, hardscape considerations and plant selection.

Information and registration is available at www.dcmga.com.

FIND MORE EVENTS / CLASSES AT WWW.DCMGA.COM

The Denton County Master Gardener Association has contributed thousands of volunteer hours to more than 100 projects across Denton County in a 30-year span.

More than 500 volunteer Master Gardeners use their training to give back to their communities. They work with more than 50 schools across the county in addition to the 30 schools currently part of the Cool Shade for Third Program. They supported projects at 15 churches, worked with communities to provide information to residents and more.

If you would like to receive a newsletter, please contact Precinct 4 Commissioner Dianne Edmondson at Dianne.Edmondson@dentoncounty.com and ask to be placed on the email list. OR CALL AT 972.434.3960. photo courtesy by Commissioner Dianne Edmondson

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S TAT of E FA I R

TEXAS September 27 – October 20, 2019

BIGTEX.COM | ADULTS: $16.50 ONLINE • $18 AT THE GATE | CHILDREN 3-12: $12.50 ONLINE • $14 AT THE GATE

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id you know you can create your own itinerary at bigtex.com/schedule/? Just add events and shows you’d love to see and it gets added to your online itinerary that you can download and print out. It’s great so that you don’t get overwhelmed by all the amazing shows available. There is also the option to download their guided itineraries which include categories like: Animal Encounters, Arts & Entertainment, Evening Events, Family Fun, Foodie, and Sensory Friendly Mornings.

BELOW ARE JUST A HANDFUL OF EVENTS WE THINK YOU’D LOVE! ALL-STAR DOG STUNT SHOW

UNFADED BRASS BAND

STATE FAIR WINE GARDEN

Bring your kiddos out to see these amazing dogs that do a variety of tricks. The All-Star Stunt Dog Show has performed on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and the Oprah Winfrey Show. All dogs performing have been rescued from shelters and can do many things from jump roping to barrel racing. This fun show is located at the Pan Am Arena.

We love a great brass band and this one does not disappoint! Be sure you’re there on October 19th to listen to some invigorating music. They will perform 4 sets at the Bud Light Stage.

Visit the wine tasting stations at the State Fair Wine Garden where 3 different wineries are featured each day. You can also sample the GO TEXAN Blue Ribbon wines. The wine garden can be found at the GOTEXAN Pavilion & Pan Am Arena.

RIDE THE FERRIS WHEEL The Ferris Wheel is a state fair MUST and at 212 feet it’s the largest in Texas.

Riders can enjoy a birds-eye view of the state fair and downtown Dallas. This fun ride is located at the Midway.

SEE SOME AWARD-WINNING ART Every year thousands of Texans compete in the contest that focuses on arts, crafts and food. Take the time the walk through the Creative Arts Building and witness the amazing craftsmanship of fellow Texans.

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FRIED SOUTHERN BOURBON BREAD PUDDING This new addition features a bread pudding that is soaked in milk, bourbon, brown sugar and spices. It is then covered in breadcrumbs and flash fried so it’s custardy, crispy and delicious. It’s even serviced with a side of sweet bourbon glaze. Find it at Eat Crispies.

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here are various clubs and organizations all over Denton County, and maybe you are a part of a few of them. But have you ever heard of a Jeep Club? If not, it’s the latest rage in Lantana.

LANTANA

JEEP CLUB

Todd Parks and Fred Mitchell are longtime Jeep lovers and a few years ago started playing around with the idea of starting their own club. But the idea was not just to get a bunch of guys together to stare at their Jeeps all day. They wanted to tie the community into it and raise money for local charities.

“The whole idea behind it, really, is that of community — to talk shop about Jeeps.

Then, we’re going to have different efforts to raise funds for local charities. We want to help people within the community,” Todd

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said. “We want that to be a core

road before — let’s check this

One of the youngest members of

our neighbors, connecting with them,

as it was intended.”

Charlie Bishop. Charlie has a white jeep.

factor of the club. It’s getting to know growing the club, and doing fun stuff. A lot of these guys, like me, are

always dreaming.”

Even though Todd

and Fred had been

brainstorming their Jeep club idea for two years, their first-ever event

was held at Marty B’s in

sunrise out. It’s just enjoying nature Fred’s eyes light up when asked why he

wanted to start the Jeep

Another part of Jeep culture is the Jeep wave.

It’s customary to wave at other Jeep drivers as you are out and about in yours.

It’s almost considered rude if you don’t!

Bartonville on August

17th. And they’ve piqued the interest of many like-minded residents.

club with Todd.

and we’ll say, we’ve never been down this

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Maverick.” Charlie is named after

it, we just wanted to

Jeep to be named Wellington.

However, Charlie’s dad prefers their

connect with other guys

Another part of Jeep culture is the

in Lantana outside of the normal rhythms of life.

We want to have different kinds of events that every

Jeep owner would want to be a part of just to give options. So, we’ll do some things

that’s perfectly all right. We definitely want

getting together. We’ll be riding around,

thinks we should name our Jeep

Charlie from the movie Top Gun.

since 2011.

said. “I love the community and people

It’s part of Jeep culture. My neighbor

started talking about

David Schumacher, a proud member

“I like exploring and being outside,” he

“Sometimes, people name their jeeps.

“When Todd and I first

like this meeting and just hang out. Some

of the Jeep club, has had his Jeep

the Lantana Jeep Club is second-grader,

people don’t want to go off-roading, and all our events to be family-friendly.”

Who can join the Lantana Jeep Club?

“Anyone who lives or works in Lantana and has a Jeep can join,” Fred said.

Jeep wave. It’s customary to wave at

other Jeep drivers as you are out and about in yours. It’s almost considered

rude if you don’t! Jeep owners also like to create a theme, whether that means

keeping with a certain color scheme, or putting stickers on your Jeep.

Where I’ve been with my Jeep is a popular sticker theme, with decals of all of the

owner’s travels displayed on the back of their ride.

The possibilities are endless, and owning a Jeep is owning a part of history.

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Experience The

Business Spotlight

WOODHOUSE DIFFERENCE

by Steve Gamel

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or Yvonne Stewart, it’s a case of better late than never. The longtime Denton County resident had been

begged for years by a good friend who

thought Yvonne would be a perfect fit as a local franchise owner for The Woodhouse Day Spa. For one reason or another,

though, Yvonne never thought it was the right time. Until last year.

nation, but Yvonne’s location is

enough time for ourselves. This is your

They have more than 70 available services

take to the perfect balance of beauty,

the first and only in Denton County.

and a team of experts who know how to create a tranquil and transformational

environment, making it perhaps the most comprehensive place to be for all your spa needs.

Just a few of those services

“Every time I left a

for both men and women

job, she wanted

“This is a luxury ... think of good, better, best, where this is the best spa...”

me to get involved,” Yvonne said. “I

guess it was finally the right time.”

Now that Yvonne has experienced the Woodhouse

include massage

therapy, facials, mud and body wraps,

waxing, manicures

and pedicures, sleep

treatments, and even

packages where you

spend the entire day

getting rejuvenated.

difference with the

opening of her location

in the Shops at Highland

Village, she thinks all of her

The distinctive Woodhouse

standard goes beyond your

chance to relax and let the first steps you health, and wellness be the ones that

bring you to The Woodhouse Day Spa. “This is a luxury … think of good,

better, best, where this is the best spa,” Yvonne said. Though she is the sole

owner, she has made it a family affair with help from her husband and two

daughters. “This is a place where you

come in and spend quality time. It’s not

a rushed event; you’re greeted, taken to

a locker room, given a robe and slippers, and even a beverage. It’s a place where

you can finally decompress. Sometimes

it’s friends, other times it’s couples or even

someone by themselves. We do things the Woodhouse way, and people love it.”

She added, “I know from guests who have

expectations, providing outstanding

come here, they enjoy having a day spa

your overall health and wellness in mind.

heard about Woodhouse and were very

neighbors should experience it, too — as

facilities and treatment therapies with

right in their backyard. Some had even

upwards of 64 locations throughout the

In today’s hectic lifestyle, we don’t take

excited to see it come here.”

clients. The Woodhouse Day Spa has

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Edit This :Ask The Expert

WHY ARE CERTAIN WORDS

SO DIFFICULT

TO SPELL?

by Steve Gamel Edit This 469.360.3611 EditThisLLC.com

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hat’s the one word in the English language that you misspell the most?

I received quite a few responses to that question on my Edit This® Facebook page awhile back – and I thought I would share them with the readers of this magazine.

Even after all these years as a professional writer and editor, there are more words out there that I stumble on than I care to admit. It often takes slowing down my typing or even spelling the word out loud as I type to make sure I get it right.

Interestingly, Google Trends released a list last year of the most commonly misspelled words, and the word “beautiful” topped their list. Other words they listed included schedule, Connecticut, sincerely, vacuum, and consequences.

My favorite on their list was a word almost none of us can spell, which is supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

What words do you find particularly hard to spell? Send me an email at steve@editthisllc.com to let me know. And if all you really want or need in this life is a really good editor, then give me a call! Edit This can make sure all your written copy (blogs, website content, press releases, etc.) are clear and error-free.

Thanks for reading!

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HERE ARE 20 WORDS THAT ARE DIFFICULT TO SPELL: •

Accommodate

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Liaison

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Maintenance

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Nauseous

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Rhythm

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Available

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Entrepreneur

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Silhouette

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Separate

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Restaurant

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Speechless

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Occurred

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Pronunciation

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Speechless

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Performance

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Conscience

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Recommend

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Occasionally

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Indict

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Women’s Wellness Article

5 NATURAL TIPS

TO HELP

YOU DEAL

WITH

MENOPAUSE

by Steve Gamel

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ou may be thinking you are too young to have to worry about menopause, which is the period of time for women where hormones are raging in all the wrong ways as their bodies transition out of the childbearing years.

“That’s something my great grandmother has to, unfortunately, deal with — not me!” you say to yourself. And yet, you just turned 52, and you’re suddenly experiencing random mood swings, night sweats, weight gain, insomnia – and ohhhh, the hot flashes. Luckily, menopause is a normal sign of aging and will pass. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer.

While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, there are practical tips out there to help you deal with menopause.

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1. AVOID HOT PLACES Hot flashes are the absolute worst.

While you can take estrogen pills and other medications, a natural solution is to make sure you are always in a cool environment. This may mean turning the home thermostat down to 65 degrees at night, drinking lots of cool water, and avoiding hot or spicy food. Another cool tip is to start your day dressed in layers.

As you feel hot, remove layers to regain a comfort level.

2. MANAGE STRESS

When you are stressed, your body releases hormones that can cause everything from hot flashes to mood swings, weight gain, and insomnia.

Keep a diary to track what stresses you out (hint: it may also be the foods you are eating) and then slowly remove those stressors from your life. Meditation and low-impact exercises such as yoga can also help you regulate breathing and keep you in a constant state of peace.

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3. EAT RIGHT Reduce refined sugar and processed foods. Also, eat protein-rich foods and incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your day. All of this will help balance your hormones and curb weight gain, depression, and even the occasional bout of forgetfulness. Drinking at least 8-12 glasses of water a day can also help reduce bloating, increase your metabolism, and avoid dryness.

4. TALK WITH YOUR PARTNER One symptom of menopause that most women would prefer not to talk about is a decreased sex drive. Not only is the desire not there, but vaginal dryness may be causing pain that further disrupts their sex life. To combat this, have open conversations with your partner about needs and expectations.

Vitamin E and flaxseed oil have also been known to provide relief for vaginal and urinary symptoms.

5. MAINTAIN REGULAR EXAMS WITH YOUR DOCTOR As they say, you can’t treat problems you don’t know about or fully understand.

Keep up with routine exams such as pap smears and mammograms and talk openly with your doctor about any nagging symptoms of menopause that are disrupting your quality of life. Together, you can explore natural treatments or those that involve stronger medication.

The takeaway is that menopause is not a disease. It is a sign of aging that will eventually pass. Having the right mindset and a plan to tackle any temporary symptoms you do face will go a long way toward helping you stay happy and healthy. *This article is NOT meant to be a replacement for medical advice. If you are experiencing symptoms of menopause, please consult a doctor about your specific symptoms.

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WE HOPE LANTANA RESIDENTS HAVE A FANTASTIC SCHOOL YEAR!

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BREAST CANCER

Women’s Wellness Article

Awareness Month And How Can You Help?

by Steve Gamel

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hroughout the month of October, individuals and organizations large and small all over the world will come together to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

But what is this important month of the year, exactly? More importantly, how can you help?

•

Host a fundraiser

•

Donate your hair

•

Campaign to help women gain access

•

Volunteer to help local or

•

Share stories of loved ones who have

•

Share educational content on

When women are aware of their family

•

Wear pink to raise awareness and

mammograms, they have the best

Did we miss anything on our list?

According to the National Breast

This leads to broader awareness and increased fundraising opportunities.

Cancer Foundation, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in

women, with one in eight women being diagnosed in her lifetime. While breast cancer is the second leading cause of

cancer death among women, there are

still over 3.3 million survivors alive in the United States today.

Much of that increase in survivors can

be credited to Breast Cancer Awareness

month. This is a worldwide campaign that highlights the importance of year-round

education, early screenings and detection,

history and are performing regular

opportunity to diagnose quicker and have a higher survival rate.

and raising funds for pivotal research and

The best part is that it’s really easy to get

Breast Cancer Foundation has reported a

•

Educate yourself on the facts

•

Get screened; encourage family

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Make a one-time or monthly donation

•

Corporate sponsorships

improved treatment options. The National rise in funding almost every year for nearly a decade.

According to regiscollege.edu,

online activity like Google searches related to breast cancer increases significantly each October. www.LantanaLiving.com

involved and make a difference. and symptoms

members to get screened

to the cancer drugs they need national organizations

been affected by breast cancer social media

show support

Connect with us on social media and start a conversation. Murray Media

Group intends to provide more articles and information in our October issue regarding breast cancer and Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Remember that whether this is Breast

Cancer Awareness Month or not, we can all make a difference in someone’s life.

Let’s protect them, support them, and empower them.

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