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May, 2016 Oprah Winfrey said it well when she said, “We’re all on a hero’s journey.” We fall down, we get back up. Who’s the person who decides we don’t get another chance?

Recently, I was sitting at the office with some of my female coworkers talking about the

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multiple roles we play in our daily lives. Most of us have jobs outside of the home, many of us are either wives or in a relationship, mothers and caretakers of our parents. One thing among women that is universal is that we are commonly torn between job descriptions. We are constantly taking care of everyone, and more often than not, the day ends with little left for ourselves. We find ourselves exhausted, empty, much like a cup that starts out full and suddenly turns dry. The dry cup is what happens when we don’t find time to refill. When we’re dry we have nothing left to give.

For centuries, women like Elizabeth Blackwell and Betty Friedan have pioneered feminist movements about equality in both professional and domestic roles. “The Second Shift” — a term established by sociologist, Arlie Hochschild in 1989, refers to the disproportionate amount of unpaid domestic labor women do in addition to their paid jobs. Women need real moments of solitude and self-reflection to balance out how much of ourselves we give away.

An earlier version of me would have worked until my cup was dry. I’ve since learned to give myself a drink; in order to take care of the people around me, I need to take care of myself first.

That leads me to the very important and influential women that are in our city today. TIME Magazine has recognized one of those women and put her on their list of 100 Most Influential People, alongside politicians and royalty. This would be none other than our longtime UTEP President, Dr. Diana Natalicio. I recently watched a humble Dr. Natalicio being interviewed about this recognition and was astounded by her responses of “we” and “us.” She never once talked about herself or her success, only of her team’s success at UTEP. I admired this about her immensely and when she said, “When you’re successful, your appetite for more grows” it resonated with me. It’s in good timing that we publish our Women in Business issue as Dr. Natalicio, a proud leader in our city, gets recognized nationwide.

Speaking of leaders, our cover story includes the tenacious Keitha Adams, the UTEP head women’s basketball coach. I learned so much from her and about her during our time together. The impression I got of the woman I saw on the court was that of a woman who is fierce, competitive and driven – never taking her eyes off of her goal. What I found after hours at the photo shoot was a woman who is sensitive, kind, authentic and playful. She spoke tenderly about the love she has for her late father and how valuable her time spent with her mother is. She gives every bit of credit of her success to them.

I asked her, in all the years of dealing with young ladies how she kept drama under control.

She said to me something I will never forget. She stated that she doesn’t bring women on her team who don’t have the same goals she has. On one side of them is a trophy and on the other is an education, and they all strive 100% for both of those goals. When your players are that driven, and that focused, there is little time for nonsense. Henceforth, I am taking that advice from the court to forever use in my business.

Cheers to the ladies whose cups runneth dry and cheers as we commit to refill together!

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UTEP WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH KEITHA ADAMS

THE WOMAN BEHIND THE EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MONICA LOMBRAÑA

MELISSA AND CHARLOTTE O’ROURKE CARRY ON THE FAMILY FURNITURE STORE

EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURS ONE DREAM AT A TIME WITH WOMEN’S BUSINESS BORDER CENTER

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May is here once again and in honor of our Women in Business issue, here are some reads to inspire the strong, independent female inside us all.

“Yes Please” by Amy Poehler

“Thrive” by Arianna Huffington

We all know the iconic comedian Amy Poehler from her hilarious work

In “Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating A Life

on “Comedy Central,” “Saturday Night Live,” “Mean Girls,” “Baby

of Well-Being, Wisdom and Wonder” Arianna Huffington details her

Mama,” “Parks and Recreation,” “Sisters” and so much more. In her

route to success with age-old truth. Her recipe for success? “Treat

book, “Yes Please” she details the stories, memories, lists, pieces of

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advice, and more that influenced, inspired and made her. Full of truth, honesty and raw life, Poehler’s words bring laughter and hope to all.

“Leave Your Mark” by Aliza Licht If you have ever aspired to land the dream job, and kill it at life – this

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of Lydia and her siblings as their parents, Marilyn and James, do all

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Adams Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Business of Winning Games in the

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he may be the head women’s basketball coach

out here for the winter and was here with me for five months for our

at The University of Texas at El Paso, but Keitha

season. She’s 79, she’s going to turn 80 in August and for her to be

Adams has gained the support of the Borderland.

able to come down on the floor and share that moment with me, it

The relationship is no accident. “When I first

was really special. She was really proud of the girls and I felt great. I

came here, it’s always been a philosophy of

asked her to cut the final net down at the end and that’s just me. I love

mine that I wanted El Paso to feel like they

my mom, she’s a great mom and has been so good to me and it was

were a part of our program and that we would

just my way of showing her how much she means to me. It was great

have a connection with one another,” said

being able to share that moment with one another.”

Adams. “We need them, they’ve helped us.”

The coach’s love for basketball and desire to win are contagious.“She

Filling the Don Haskins Center with thousands of fans is one of the

had an exciting style of ball and she won games,” recalls UTEP

coach’s favorite elements during basketball season. With all the wins

Director of Athletics Bob Stull. The enthusiastic coach was one of

this season, that wasn’t a tough task, especially during conference

the first he hired back in 2001. Stull says the women’s basketball

play. “It was a great moment you know, we clinched the conference

program was struggling. He adds it took Adams about five years to

championship.” Adams shared her big win with one of her biggest

turn things around, but its been a quality program since she won the

fans – her mom. “My mom played basketball when she was young,”

first championship in 2008. “She’s done something very few women

shared Adams. “She lives, breathes and loves it. She watches the

have done as far as being able to create that kind of an interest for

NBA, watches the WNBA; she loves basketball so much. She comes

women’s basketball, so she’s done a tremendous job.”

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When asked about her keys to success, her response was immediate.

“A strong desire, I’m very competitive. I hate to lose. I don’t do very well with it. I was very fortunate to have a great coach as my teacher. I had some great experiences and learning from some great coaches.”

Adams says she’s always loved sports and had a great experience playing, especially basketball.

A native of Oxford, Kansas, Adams was Oxford High School’s all-time leading scorer and earned all-state honors as a prep. Her jersey was retired in 1986. Her career decision came easy. “I knew at a young age that I wanted to teach and coach. I can’t tell you when I made that decision, but I always knew that’s what I was supposed to be doing in life.”

Adams says she feels most at home on the basketball court and really enjoys teaching the game. “I’ve worked really hard through the years to be a good teacher and I’ve picked a lot of people’s brains and tried to study the game.” Stull agrees. “She’s a coaches’ coach, she really relates well to other coaches and works with them.” Stull remembers Coach Adams spending time learning from NCAA Championship Coach Don Haskins and seeking advice from current UTEP Men’s basketball coach, Tim Floyd. Her calculated collaboration is working.

Adams led UTEP to its third regular season C-USA championship in school history, and this season picked up her third C-USA Coach of the Year award becoming the first coach in C-USA women’s basketball history to secure the honor three times. “I was very honored to receive recognition and it’s a reflection of all the players, coaches and all the hard work.” The accolades also rolled in for many of her players.

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the locker room and you’ve just won a big road game and they’re going nuts and they’re very happy about what they’ve just done - that’s a great feeling as a coach.”

Success on the basketball court is only one part of Adams’s coaching philosophy. More importantly,

Adams

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academics.

Every student-athlete who has exhausted her eligibility with Adams has earned a degree.

She has also aided in the development of the student-athletes with “real life” through her mentoring program, now implemented across the athletics department. When asked who her role models were Adams looks to her parents and her high school friends. “All those made me who I am today and who I try to be with the kids I coach.”

It isn’t all basketball all the time for the coach.

She balances her athletic side with a love for music and guitar. She plays guitar often and takes lessons to sharpen her skills. “I really started playing when I lost my dad,” she says with a smile. “I’ve never wanted to play until he passed away because he was a really good guitar player. This is my connection with my dad.” She enjoys all genres of music, but has a favorite in Country music with Vince Gil. The basketball season just ended, but there is little rest. Coach Adams and her team will work through the summer to engage and incorporate newcomers, set new individual goals and make team plans for the season ahead. As she looks www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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Keitha Adams

She’s the most winningest coach

really El Paso,” says Stull. “She’s a really a great proponent for all of the above. She’s been real solid, almost an icon now in the community, she’s the most winningest coach in the history of the school and she is so

in the history

well liked and she is so easy to work with.

of the school.

person. People enjoy being around her, she’s

– Bob Stull, Utep athletic Director

toward the future, she doesn’t forget to take

basketball coach at UTEP; I appreciate

in the success of the most recent season.

everyone’s support. We’ll continue to work hard to make more memories and have

“I’m really proud of our team because of

magic moments.”

how hard they played and how competitive they were this year. I’m very proud of El

Stull says Adams’ impact has extended

Paso because they got behind our team and

beyond the university campus and has ignited

we felt that in the Haskins Center and I am

team spirit across the area. “She’s great

very appreciative of being the head women’s

representative for UTEP, UTEP Athletics and

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She’s levelheaded, she doesn’t overreact to anything and she’s just a wonderful enthusiastic whch is catchy; people love her enthusiasm and enjoy being around her. She’s been a wonderful addition to our athletic department and UTEP and for El Paso.”

Homebuilder Carefree Homes agrees so much they named a street after the decorated coach. Keitha Adams Drive is located in the 79928 zip code in a developing part of far East El Paso. The coach was notified recently and laughs thinking about it. “I was just really honored, they must be running out of options. I am humbled, this is over the top!” www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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Success Takes T

here is a lot of rhetoric and

education is very important because it

and a five-year capital improvement program

discourse that details how to become

opens doors. So I thought to myself, I’m

of $154 million. “We do see ourselves as a

successful in today’s changing world.

going to make this happen once and for all

gateway to the community and to the city.

But at the end of the day, who do you

and I’m committed to it. So I returned to

Because I do have such positive feelings for El

listen to? Which path do you take? With all

school and graduated from Park University

Paso, we want individuals to experience that

of the different opinions out there, it can be

with my undergraduate degree, and from

when they come through the airport. El Paso in

difficult to know which way is the right road

Webster University with my Masters in

particular is easy to love because we have great

on the way to finding a job that brings joy and

Business,” Lombraña said. A big part of that

weather and beautiful mountains. When we

a sense of accomplishment. For El Paso’s

motivation came from the mentors in her

are completing projects, we try to incorporate

Monica Lombraña, her path to becoming the

life that motivated and inspired her. “After

that spirit of beauty through art and inspiration

first Hispanic female Director of Aviation at

I finished school, I ended up working at the

from parts of the community. Even if people

the El Paso Airport was a unique journey of

airport in a kind of backwards way. Initially,

are just rushing in and out for business, as they

self-discovery and perseverance.

I started working for the City of El Paso in

come through the airport we want them to get

1994. One of my jobs was monitoring the

a sense of our city. That is why we bring the

As far as where she got her start, Lombraña

Contract Compliance section, managing the

essence of our local artists and community to

is a native El Pasoan, and grew up in the

construction contracts. When the airport had

them,” Lombraña explained.

Sun City. “I graduated locally from the

an opening for Program Manager, I applied

Loretto Academy in 1983 and then attended

and that’s how I moved up. From there, I was

In response to what advice she would give

the University of Texas at El Paso after

promoted to Assistant Director of Planning

to other women who are seeking success,

graduation, but in the middle of all that, life

and Development, and finally Director of

Lombraña said, “You need to get up and go

and work get in the way,” Lombraña said.

Aviation in March 2009.”

to work . . . but not think of it as work. I have such a vested interest in this job, and that’s

Taking a few years off, Lombraña married and had a son. It wasn’t until years later

As Director of Aviation, Lombraña oversees

because I love it. Follow something that you

that she decided to make a change. “A lot

all aspects of the management, development,

have a passion for. You want to be sure that

of people say turning 40 is a milestone, but

operation and maintenance of the El Paso

whatever you are doing, you’re always doing

for me, turning 30 was. I had always wanted

International Airport – this includes annual

the best job you can do – whether you are a

to finish school – I’ve always believed that

revenues of over $49 million, all 225 employees

woman or a man. As far as being a woman in

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business, I believe there is a difference between how women and men approach situations. I believe women can do any job, but as women we approach it in a different way than men would and I think that’s a positive.”

Under her leadership as Director of Aviation, the El Paso International Airport has flourished. Working closely with her team, they have continued to successfully inspire the El Paso community to reach for new heights, to travel and expand their horizons, and to go beyond borders. They have also continued to work closely with the surrounding community, answering the needs of those who travel by bringing flights in and out of our city, further ensuring the growth of business and further prosperity.

“El Paso is a big city with a small town feel,” Lombraña said.

“What I love about working at the airport is that we have thousands of people coming and going. There are so many different stories that come through here, happy occasions and

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sad. It’s our job to make those stories great, and that’s why we strive to make those experiences better for our customers.”

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May, 2016

Continuing a Family Legacy

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e’ve all seen the loveable, beaming logo that adorns Charlotte’s Home Furnishings delivery trucks. Known as the “Tall Girl,” the caricature is the likeness of

Charlotte’s owner, Melissa O’Rourke. She has been

the proprietress of the iconic furniture store for the

past three decades.

Involved mostly in the marketing and merchandising aspect of the family business, O’Rourke continues to push the envelope in terms of styles, designs, quality and pricing. She explains the foundation upon which this El Paso mainstay rests: “Quality and design have always been a priority, and I think Charlotte’s is as relevant today as when we started in 1951. The reason for that is because we’re always changing and evolving as fashions and trends and products [change]. We’ve also broadened our price points; we have a lot of product that’s mid-price range; people think of us as a real high-end store, but we really are very popularly priced and that’s something we’ll continue to do.”

Charlotte’s opened its doors over 60 years ago in central El Paso on Raynolds Street. Charlotte Williams, O’Rourke’s mother, and the originator of the store, saw an opportunity to help offset the lack of furniture store choices for those with more discerning and scrupulous tastes.

“In 1951 my mother opened Charlotte’s,” O’Rourke said. “She really loved home furnishings and there really wasn’t a store that had nice, selective items, so she gradually started bringing in items and created the store.”

Charlotte’s prides itself on being a veritable one-stop-shop, providing a complete home furnishing package. From furniture, to flooring, lighting, and adornment,

the

store

carries a wide variety of choices. A team of highly experienced interior designers and decorators make up part of the Charlotte’s contingent. Along with Charlotte’s employees, the company also contracts a team of flooring installers.

The store also boasts a bridal registry and gift shop.

O’Rourke acknowledges the prices of home furnishings have remained relatively static throughout the years and that probably accounts for the steady stream of loyal Charlotte’s customers, as well as some new faces.

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May, 2016 “Through the years we’ve seen a lot of the same customers, but we regularly get new customers as well.”

While there are a number of male-dominated industries, particularly in the areas of manufacturing, mechanics, and engineering, O’Rourke says she feels the area of retail has a significant amount of female representation, thus lessening the obstacles that could be present in a more male-fronted area. She does cite, however, the majority of vendors she deals with are men: “We’ve always been woman-owned. I think in retail it’s not unusual for a lot of businesses to be woman-owned, and I think that’s been the case for a long, long time. What’s interesting though is in the manufacturing part, a lot of our vendors, now that’s a very male-dominated industry.”

In 30 years of running a successful business, O’Rourke attests to a few essential elements.

She said a sound business plan, a practical, workable budget and marketing are the keys to a prosperous company and healthy gains.

Charlotte O’Rourke, Melissa’s daughter, will take on her mother’s position at the helm of the store one day. While the timeline for Charlotte to move into the leadership role is flexible, she has already begun to familiarize

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herself with the different positions and functions of the store’s employees.

“We all sat down one day and I asked [each employee] ‘Who else knows how to do what you do?’ Most of them said ‘Well, nobody,’” she laughs. “I’m going to learn how to do everything at this store.”

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“It’s not at all what I wanted to do,” she says. “But I applied for the job and ended up running the store for six or seven years.”

After her stint at the Ethan Allen store, Charlotte became a certified teacher, received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and worked as an emergency room and hospice nurse.

In dealing with different issues and obstacles at her various jobs, Charlotte says she was a natural leader, often unofficially nominated to be the “voice of reason” in dealings with management. For Charlotte, the tendency toward a leadership role crystallized during her time at a local Alzheimer’s facility: “Suddenly

I

was

working

with

other

people’s money and not happy with how the business was run; I thought ‘Why don’t I go somewhere and run the company the way I want to run it,” she said.

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“I had never really thought about the store closing and my friend said ‘Your mom’s not going to work here forever,’” she said.

That comment sparked the realization in Charlotte that she had to put forth an effort to ensure the store would not close its doors.

She had also worked as the director at a local Alzheimer’s facility; it is her experience in different industries and handling different obstacles within various companies which she explains, helped groom her for the role she will eventually take on at Charlotte’s.

“It’s scary to have all that responsibility, but I’m not afraid to take on the challenge, and I know we can get through anything,”

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Women’s Business Border Center Empowering Entrepreneurs One Dream at a Time | By: LAUREN MACIAS-CERVANTES |

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Women’s Business Border Center

he dream of starting your business can

The Women’s Business Border Center

turn into a nightmare if you’re not ready

in partially funded by the United States

for the hard work required. El Paso

Business Administration (SBA) Office of

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CEO,

Women’s Business Ownership (OWBO).

Cindy Ramos-Davidson, has seen the

The WBBC provides information, training,

drive and dedication of hundreds of

individual

technical

assistance

and

business owners in her nearly two decades

opportunities for those interested in starting

leading the organization and warns; it’s not

or expanding their business. The center is

easy. “Business ownership is certainly not

also one of four approved 3rd Party Certifiers

for the faint at heart as it takes a lot of time,

for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

money, resources and talent, but it can be the

and Economically Disadvantaged Women-

most rewarding venture you ever take on.”

Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) of the US SBA in the country.

The chamber offers many resources and in 2001 established the Women’s Business

Those are the kind of resources Yolanda

Border Center, making it the first center

Diaz is grateful for. “There’s so much help

so much for the opportunity to compete for

to be co-located with a Hispanic Chamber

for a small business, no one needs to do it

contracts in a less competitive environment,

of Commerce in the United States. “In

alone anymore,” she advised. She started

but

partnership with the El Paso Hispanic

her company, MIRADOR Enterprises, Inc.,

development and training offered. Arming the

Chamber of Commerce, the center has the

in 2002 and today has offices in El Paso,

company with these certifications and taking

prime opportunity to inform their clients

Albuquerque, Alamogordo, Killeen, Colorado

advantage of all the other training available by

of the unique networking opportunities,

Springs and Washington, DC. “It would have

other small business advocacy groups made

advocacy and development trainings that can

been more difficult to grow the company

it possible to learn the business faster.”

be essential for their business,” said WBBC

without the support of the SBA and applying

program director, Mary Helen Aldeis.

for 8(a) certification,” she explained. “It’s not

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because

of

the

business

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STRONGER

TOMORROW

MIRADOR provides facilities management

those in non-traditional businesses. For

and

others, just the mere fact of being the sole

maintenance

services,

construction program

head of a household and dealing with the

management and environmental services to

daily going and coming of juggling family and

Federal, State and Municipal Customers –

business can definitely be hard for a woman,

definitely not easy industries to break into.

but also for men in those single formulas.

“It was hard and I didn’t know how to make

It truly depends on the person and how

the leap toward becoming a business owner

grounded she is in her ability to not only lead,

because it takes significant investment and

but doing so with the grace of a woman.”

management,

design

build,

time but I saw an opportunity,” said Diaz.

“Ft. Bliss was going to have a huge BRAC

One opportunity the WBBC offers every year

expansion and the timing felt right to start my

is an annual conference. The 12th Annual

business so I got the courage, took a chance

Women’s

and 13 years later, MIRADOR is doing great

named “Dancing Backwards in High Heels,”

and the business continues to grow.

will feature nationally renowned speakers

Business

Symposium,

aptly

and local experts. “Any woman that has Additional challenges came with being a

the desire of being an entrepreneur should

woman in a non-traditional role in a non-

attend this event because they will grow and

traditional industry. “When I first started we

learn with likeminded leaders,” said Aldeis.

didn’t even have female superintendents or

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project managers in the company and now

This year’s daylong event is scheduled for

we have several.”

June 16 at the Wyndham El Paso Airport.

To reserve your spot or find out more about

Ramos-Davidson agrees starting a business

the services for business owners visit

can be harder for women. “Yes, in some

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Work Wisdom Three top tips from The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CEO Cindy Ramos-Davidson: The biggest challenge business leaders face as they’re starting their business is wanting to do everything right away and not taking the time to complete their business plan with attainable goals and measurements for success. All too often we see so many exciting ideas for businesses only to have them jump faster than they have planned and then they fail. A heart break after they have invested a lot of time, resources and talent that could otherwise have been developed into a success had they just followed a few simple rules of business ownership which I call PAN Principle, like Peter Pan: Prioritize: Customer acquisition should be your first priority. Never chase the money first. If you build the right foundation with a solid business plan, get the right people in place and create great products and services, the money will come.

Adapt: Never limit yourself to just one version of your plan. Be adaptable because life changes on a dime. Business owners have to be ready to shift at any given time. If you’re too rigid in your plans, you could end up failing. Be flexible enough to change. A set back doesn’t mean “no,” it means “not right now” or “not this way.”

Network: Especially with doers. Never hang around people who refuse to move forward. Align yourself with visionaries and game changers who are about forward movement. They are always mindful that what got them here won’t get them there. Establish a likeable bond with the use of social media. Surround yourself with a power network of people you can leverage and with whom you can return the favor. A true business network consists of people you can give to and receive from where everybody is a winner. www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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April, 2016

Eloise

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at Smart, an idea that I have developed, has been built on

fresh, organic and contain clean ingredients

are biodegradable. Eloise also recycles

that are free from chemicals and pesticides.

everything they can – their coffee grounds and their compostable matter goes to

the concept of awakening your

palate to rediscovering the true

One of these Eat Smart restaurants is Eloise,

a local farm. Besides giving us a fun and

taste of healthy, organic, clean-food

set in charming Thunderbird Valley on El

healthy dining experience out, they also

that empowers you to make wiser choices

Paso’s west side of town. Eloise offers a

work hard at lowering their carbon footprint

in your selection of food. Eat Smart is also

cozy European-inspired atmosphere built to

and their impact on the earth because it is

a philosophy that will contribute to bettering

share their love of food, coffee, cocktails

what they believe in.

your health while dining in or dining out.

and conversation. Creating a diverse array of house made, fresh flavors that reflect the

General Manager, Liliana Cano says, “I am

I have taken on the task of inspiring local

season, their menus deliver dishes with your

very excited to be a part of Eloise and what

restaurants to take action towards increasing

wellbeing in mind.

the restaurant stands for – innovative, local healthy food that comes from the heart.”

awareness to their patrons and community by

offering

nutritious

foods

that

will

contribute towards a healthier lifestyle.

Two such entrees are their Beet Salad and their Freestyle Wrap. Chef Jose Cazares

The owners of Eloise, Jim and Kristine Ward,

will be taking the finest organic, sustainable

also share the same sentiment. “A classic

I am encouraging local restaurants to strive to

ingredients and create dishes that will amaze

album or a classic cocktail, a compostable

use only local and organic ingredients in one

you. Their vegetarian options as well as their

straw or a sustainable fish. It has to be as

or two entrees seasonally, so that patrons

omnivores cuisines will surprise your palate

close to right as we can get.”

who have unique and specific dietary needs

with its simple, yet incredible taste.

and preferences will be best accommodated.

In addition to striving to make the world a Together with the chefs from various local

better place, Eloise also uses eco-friendly

eateries, we will create a couple of delectable,

take away containers and straws that

tasty entrees that are nutritious, healthy,

are made of plant-based plastics so they

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The women in the following showcase have shattered barriers and serve as proof that when there’s a will there’s a way, regardless of gender. These women are not only impacting our community, many of them are doing so as busy wives, mothers, caregivers, etc. So, read their profiles and feel inspired. Our ‘Women In Business’ promises to do exactly that for all our men and women ... and equally, of course!

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Ruth Elizondo A native of Progreso, Hidalgo in Central Mexico, Ruth Elizondo moved to the borderland city of Juárez, Mexico and eventually to El Paso, the city that’s now become her home. Her calling is everything tax and business consulting; a pathway she embarked upon as a double major at UTEP where she received both a BBA in Accounting and a Master of Accountancy (MACC) in 1999 and 2002 respectively. Her tax preparation skills developed early while attending college, and led her up the higher echelons to working as a Controller for a restaurant, an experience that subsequently counts as one of her many areas of expertise. Eventually, she honed her accounting skills and pursued a CPA as “the next step in continuing to advance” within her profession, which paved the way for her penchant for public accounting that together with her partner, Reymundo Cardenas, culminates in the highly skilled Cardenas & Elizondo, LLC, accounting and taxation consulting practice. Whether it’s corporations, partnerships or individuals, Elizondo is a tax pro who just recently celebrated her 17th tax season because she knows how to successfully consult and, ultimately, foster growth and development for the companies she represents.

Of particular importance to Elizondo and the firm, is their ability to serve our community’s demographic. The CPA proudly explains, “We created a niche that [provides] services to Hispanics” in an area where international commerce is prevalent and where bilingualism is key. As a native of Mexico, this female tax pro can better serve the companies doing business along our border because she relates to the culture, and often the complexities, that surround foreign commerce in our region. The firm’s core services are, therefore, largely based in international taxation and consulting with an emphasis on educating businesses on proper US tax reporting. In fact, Elizondo is one of few who can expertly deal with the reporting requirements of FATCA (Foreign Accounting Tax Compliance Act) that if not properly adhered to, can cost businesses and even individuals, up to $10K in IRS penalties. From providing educative seminars to being heavily involved with professional organizations like the Young CPA’s, where she’s served as President and as the only female panel expert for the 2016 CPAs on Call, Elizondo’s agenda for “helping our community,” while actively mentoring those in her field, proves that she enhances not only the livelihood of the clients she works for, but that of our city across the board!

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EMAJJ Often confused as simply an events promoter or marketing agency, one learns rather quickly that there is much more at work behind the four-woman team of EMAJJ. Led by Creative Director, Gracie Cain, and Operations Director and partner, Maria Ortiz, they’re not only quite the savvy marketeers, they’re also some of the keenest strategists around. Add to the force, Jackie Cain, Business Manager and go-to person, along with Ileana Diaz in Promotions, and you have a powerhouse of women who thrive on making vision into reality.

Founded nearly five years ago, EMAJJ was built heavily on the impressive broadcasting background that Gracie Cain accumulated through her earlier experiences at Telemundo, a role that began in sales and eventually grew into that of interview host of her own “Remix TV” show; later at KTSM Channel 9 as initially an intern and later as a news and traffic reporter; and through a notable stint with MTV Latino. Her time in media soon led her into the realm of real estate, the latter of which she claims “helped her build her company” in terms of her knack for everything planning and strategy. And here’s where promotions and marketing aside, although a major aspect, is not all there is to EMAJJ. In fact, strategy and planning happen to be the essence on which the other services flourish, where clients’

marketing, website development

objectives have successfully proven to be met

and more. (By the way, EMAJJ is an

effectively and cohesively.

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In a nutshell, EMAJJ offers as its four core services the

and strategy for many downtown

functions of business strategic planning, promotions,

businesses.) And it’s all rooted in

online marketing, as well as events, and includes

their ever poignant motto of: Where

providing businesses a huge marketing push of their

Presence Matters. What this means is

products and services through social media, email

that EMAJJ, ultimately, finds synergy in working with visionaries who aim to make an impact in their contributions to society and quality of life. As Gracie Cain asserts, “All I want to do is keep helping people create positive presence within our world.” From the Father Rahm Segundo Barrio Person-OfThe-Year Award, Little Miss Patriotic, the Pawsos Pageant, and even Fashion Ink, a fashion show based upon models with tattoos, which awarded Sun City Tattoos on Montana Ave. a People’s Choice Award, these women are making their own presence felt. Visionaries themselves, let’s just say that EMAJJ also has a presence that matters!

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Maria Elena Carmona and Mariana Prado Maria Elena “Helen” Carmona has been the Chief Executive Officer of Highlands Rehabilitation Hospital for three years now.

She is in charge of the overall company culture and implementing the strategic vision while taking responsibility for the hospital’s performance. She has been a part of Highlands for over 12 years, where she successfully climbed the corporate ladder, as she was initially a nurse supervisor, then Chief Nursing Officer before getting promoted to CEO three years ago. This experience is what makes the administrative part

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of the hospital seamlessly interconnected with every department.

“What works for Highlands is that it’s a cohesive unit. There’s compassion starting from administration and continues through every department. I’m able to work with our staff, and because I’ve been a nurse for 44 years here in El Paso, I understand what the needs are of the community we are fortunate to serve,” says Carmona.

This specialized hospital is able to serve children, adolescents and adults with a variety of rehabilitation needs with a specialized focus in neurological rehabilitation that includes brain injuries and strokes.

Carmona speaks highly and passionately about the specialized physicians that are highly qualified in their field of physical medicine, that are vital to the success of Highlands. “[I’ve worked] mostly all aspects of nursing, but working with rehabilitation where you get to see a person go home with abilities that they didn’t have before is very gratifying,” adds Carmona about the experience.

Mariana Prado, who has a Bachelor’s degree from Baylor University and is working on her Executive MBA at UTEP, moved back to El Paso five years ago in order to reintegrate herself into the community that she grew up in. Also a registered nurse, with a keen talent for business development, Prado is able to direct the strategic marketing operations, while remaining compassionate and understanding of all aspects of the hospital. Prado and Carmona work very well together, combining years of experience with progressive ideas that are important and “essential for growth in health care in helping our community continue to succeed and progress.” Prado’s passion for helping others and self-motivation have put her in the perfect position to move El Paso forward and make a difference in the community.

She is a new member of Progress 321, sits on the board for the Alzheimer’s Association and is a member of the YWCA Women’s Luncheon Committee – fully involved in the city and the advances being made.

These women propel El Paso forward in the health care world. “Being women in business is meaningful.

We have many responsibilities, but our main focus is to make a difference in our patients’ lives and in our community. With the right frame of mind and heartfelt handwork, success follows,” says Prado. Their passion for helping others transcends throughout the rehabilitation hospital and is exactly By: KRYSTA AYERS photographed by: TOMMIE MORELOS

why they are in the positions they are in today.

Cristina Zapata “I wasn’t always a business woman. For many years I was an

local news stations. With the success, Zapata has been able to hire local

employee for a TV station until I decided not to be.” Those are the

students to become interns and gain experience and hire a company

words of Cristina Zapata, the powerhouse and face of her own TV

to edit her segments. The success also means that she has been able

show and health magazine right here in El Paso. Zapata began her

to reach out to our diverse group of people here in the borderland and

journalism career from her desire to help people. And what better way

educate them about health issues. “[El Paso] is an underserved area,”

to reach out to people than being on their TV screens every weekend

says Zapata. It’s the main reason she decided to dive into the new role

to inform viewers of different health issues and news?

of being a businesswoman. The numbers of physicians are far less than the number of people here, meaning that most don’t receive the care

Zapata, who is expecting her third child, had to find a way that she could

they may need. Zapata’s husband is a local physician who often times

continue to work and still have time to raise her children. So she became

appears on the show. “He is my biggest supporter,” says Zapata.

her own boss. At the start of her TV show she was the producer, reporter, editor and photographer – truly a one-woman show. Three years later,

In order to reach out to different audiences, Zapata also decided to

her show is still a success, gaining ratings that are higher than other

start her own health magazine six months ago called “Nuestra Salud.”

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Published and distributed seasonally, the magazine includes different health articles and interviews with local doctors and medical experts.

Zapata is incredibly happy and thankful for what she gets to do. It’s hardly working when you are doing something that you love and are able to help a mass amount of people. She has been able to reach out to the community and educate people from their living rooms about different symptoms, treatments and medical issues that are developing. As a mother and a wife, she has found a balance and has learned a lot within the past three years.

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Karla Mariscal It has taken 17 years to transform Karla Mariscal from a humble scriptwriter at a television station across the border in Mexico, into one of the most beloved female news anchors of El Paso, Ciudad Juárez and Las Cruces. Winner of three Lone Star Emmys, including ‘Outstanding News Anchor in Texas,’ a first for a local anchor, Mariscal is now making a mark as a News Anchor for Telemundo 48.

Originally from Juárez, Mariscal has spent the majority of her professional life in our Sun City out of a desire to inform and educate a community she genuinely cares for.

Following her start at Televisa Juárez as a scriptwriter and reporter, Mariscal joined Univision as a news anchor and, eventually, became Executive Producer. After taking a year off from her professional life, she joined Telemundo 48 to lead its weekly newscast.

Mariscal is one of El Paso’s most admired news anchors.

A bona fide role model for Hispanics, her vision is to show the community that “we can do something meaningful right here in our city. Our borderplex is truly an amazing place,” Mariscal concludes.

Last year Telemundo 48 brought in to the borderland two more Emmys and with Mariscal ‘in the picture,’ we expect more to come!

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Tatiana Heras Taco Tote is a family owned business rooted in traditional values,

Taco Tote is a great place for growth and leadership opportunities

where all of its employees are considered a part of that family. Being a

since these are given to everyone regardless of gender. Women have

family owned and operated business; Taco Tote promotes and believes

obtained management positions, not because of their gender, but

in gender equality. Men and women equally hold all positions; like

because of their experience, work ethic, and leadership skills, building

butchers, cooks, managers and corporate staff. Behind those flavorful,

a culture that is unique and different from any other business of its kind.

amazing tacos and fresh made salsas, women are part of the driving force and the backbone behind the day-to-day operations at Taco Tote.

“Taco Tote empowers women in business and in return great women

The philosophy at Taco Tote Corporate is no different. There are brilliant,

empower Taco Tote,” says Tatiana Heras, “for many years we’ve

outstanding, intelligent and successful women handling everything

been a successful family owned business that is completely managed

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and operated by family members, whether they were born into the

“behind the scenes” team at corporate is lead by Tatiana Heras.

family or became a part of it over the hardworking years.”

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Cecilia Pacheco Cecilia (Cecy) Pacheco, is an Independent LegalShield Associate and regional manager for LegalShield in El Paso and the surrounding area.

After being a customer, Pacheco learned that she could be involved with the company by selling, and since she saved so much money for herself and her husband, she wanted to help people do the same. She quickly got involved and started to expand with LegalShield. “Everybody needs it,” Pacheco says of the product. Pacheco is able to help people in the region who may not understand the law or may not be educated about their rights in different situations.

Her intention is to help families, individuals, and business owners educating them about the different services LegalShield has in order to protect them and their families. Their services include identity theft, wills, power of attorney, preventative services and specialty plans for commercial drivers. “You feel good knowing you helped a family,” says Pacheco. Not only is she helping people with her work but outside of it as well annual sponsorship to Lee and Beulah Moor Children’s Home events. It’s in her nature and how Pacheco says she was raised. For someone passionate about what they do and eager to help, get your LegalShield advice from Cecilia (Cecy) Pacheco.

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Paulina Longenbaugh and Lenée Reyes Truth be told, the brave men and women who serve our community

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courses tailored to specific areas of study, ensure students benefit from

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not only having pre-requisites under their belts, they save thousands in

Texas El Paso GEAR UP team up, the results are brilliant! A hands-on,

college tuition from those. Ultimately, and as Caire asserts, the initiative

college preparedness initiative, Operation College Bound, is showing

“introduces rigor and enrichment into [students’] worldview.” In fact,

our children and teens the way to collegiate success. A partnership

SISD boasts an 88.2% high school graduation rate, the highest in our

that includes Carmen Crosse, SISD Assistant Superintendent; Alisa

area. And that’s proof enough that Operation College Bound not only

Zapata-Farmer, SISD Chief Academic Officer; Dr. Holly Fields, SISD

teaches success, it exemplifies it!

School Improvement Officer; Juliette Caire, GEAR UP Executive Director; and Laura Neill, Director at The Princeton Review, these women represent an academic force that instills in our young students the far-reaching benefits to becoming college graduates and beyond.

From college-preparation catered to excelling on the ACT and SAT, to offering dual-credit college courses at the high school level, the initiative serves to prepare our youth for the advantages of being college ready and then some. Pre-college

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Shannon Sawyer As a licensed professional counselor, Shannon Sawyer wants to open a candid discussion on mental health issues. Her business, Sawyer Behavioral Health offers an array of services for both children and adults in the community.

“Mental well-being equates to overall wellness. If we don’t take care of our brains, our brains aren’t going to take care of our bodies,” Sawyer says. “The dialogue on these issues is more open than before, but it’s not where it should be.”

She explains that she’s observed some cultures shying away from important mental health issues, and she hopes to change that mindset. Her goals include forming a network of professionals to offer more resources to help clients.

If you’re struggling with behavioral health issues, Sawyer emphasizes, it’s important to find someone in whom to confide.

“Reach out to the mental health community,” she advises. “We’re here to help. We’re a safe place for individuals.”

Although the clinic opened its doors only 11 months ago, Sawyer has already had to hire a second therapist and hopes to continue to hire more staff.

“There are always opportunities to help and improve quality of life for others. We are honored to be a resource for the community and humbled to see the growth of Sawyer Behavioral Health.”

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courageous when she opened up the studio by herself. Opened four

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Anabel Montenegro Anabel Montenegro was born and raised in El Paso and excitedly

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back home to teach those newest techniques to fellow stylists.

by the business world, having parents that were business owners.

Montenegro and her team offer so much in skin and hair care. “We

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they have a team of bridal experts. With Montenegro’s go-getter

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attitude and passion, and a team that feels more like family, she has created a salon for El Pasoans to walk out of

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Artist Spotlight

May, 2016

| By: CHRISTINA CHITTENDEN |

Stories on Canvas

Pat Olchefski P

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erhaps the most talented artist this side

One of the most unique aspects of Pat is

of the country, Pat Olchefski-Winston, is

that she never went to school for painting.

a one-of-a-kind painter living right here in

All of what she creates is a result of her own

the wonderful city of El Paso. Originally

self-teaching and various classes that she

from Minnesota, she grew up in a small village

has taken throughout the years. Her love for

on the beautiful White Bear Lake before leaving

painting arose during what she describes as

in 1979. It was during that cold winter she

a “life transition,� ultimately providing her the

decided that she wanted to experience the

relaxation and escape she desired. Her first

warmer weather of the south. She has lived in

lessons were from an oil painter over 40 years

El Paso for the last 35 years.

ago in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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Artist spotlight

Winston

She describes oil painting as

there and done that,” she states, “My need

the best start for a beginner,

now is to create beautiful art.”

as it teaches you how to be very detailed. However, she

Even though her painting is for herself, she

became more interested in the

does provide a yearly calendar for the El

spontaneity of other mediums.

Paso community and has done so for the

She joined the art community of El Paso

In her opinion, watercolor and acrylics are

last eight years. The calendars consist of her

as part of the El Paso Art Association and

“more expressive and free flowing.”

paintings of the El Paso landmarks, which consist of 75 different structures and places

the Rio Bravo Water Colorists, where she moved up in positions as a volunteer to

Over the years, Pat has been recognized

around the city. Included in the 2016 calendar

include Vice President, as well as the role of

locally through various awards, shows and

are paintings of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, The

President of the clubs. In doing so, her eyes

exhibits. About 10 years ago, she decided

Woman’s Club of El Paso and the Sunbeam

were opened to the immaculate scenery of

she wanted to paint for the sole reason of

Bakery. The paintings were inspired by the

El Paso, inspiring her to recreate it through

creating art and expressing herself versus

popularity of the places; people were always

her work. It was here that she transitioned

entering in competitions. “I don’t find the

talking about these well-known landmarks

from oil painting to watercolor and acrylics.

need to do that anymore – I’ve already been

of historic El Paso. Eventually, after painting

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over 50 of these places, she started thinking about what hadn’t been done yet, what really peaked her own interest that she could paint next. Often times, people also recognize her work and request that she paint a significant place to them.

One of her paintings is of Maynard Haddad’s business, H&H Carwash and Coffee Shop, a local legend that has been featured on CBS’ “Early Show” and visited by the Bush family.

Pat mentions that Laura Bush even has one of her paintings of the business. She has also created paintings of some well-known haunted places throughout the city including: Kiki’s Mexican Restaurant, the Long Term Acute Care center, formerly known as Southwestern General Hospital featured on the popular television show, “Ghost Hunters,” and Concordia Cemetery, home of the popular story of the spirit of John Wesley Hardin, an infamous outlaw and gunfighter, still wreaking havoc on his burial grounds.

She’s also painted Chope’s Bar & Café, the L&J café and Chico’s Tacos.

Her favorite piece of artwork, an acrylic canvas portraying a “mermaid fairy,” hangs above her kitchen table, which she believes could have been inspired by a dream she had.

“People create art for many reasons,” she remarks. “In my case sometimes I just want to tell a story about something that interests me or a curiosity I have, record a dream, relax, and lose track of time. I paint for my 74

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own sanity,” she laughs. Her experimental

Pat

paintings, such as that of the “mermaid fairy”

husband are soon opening a business that

among many others on display throughout

will consist of Star City Studio Productions,

her home, are all about expression; there is

a recording studio for his music, and an art

no pre-planning so it makes you that much

showcase where her work can be viewed

more vulnerable. She loves to experiment

throughout the studio, as well as be purchased.

with new products, surfaces and mediums

Her work can also be seen and purchased on

to make new creations and ultimately create

her website, www.olchefski.com.

a happiness of her own.

and

her

medical

physicist/musician

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May, 2016

One-sided relationships can be very discouraging and emotionally draining. You constantly find yourself on an emotional roller coaster. There are moments in the relationship in which you are confused, and others in which you are elated, but always lacking in direction. If you find yourself being stuck in a non-reciprocated relationship, and you recognize one or more of the interactions below, it might be time you consider the reality that maybe that person is just not into you.

1

They keep standing you up. There is nothing

is not the relationship for you. Life is too

more annoying than unreliable people.

short to be anything but happy.

Look, I understand if something comes up. A simple text or phone call makes a big difference.

The reality is, if someone is really into you, they

6

There is constant battle of interpreting their mixed signals. You are at a point

in which it is becoming overwhelming. The

will make time for you.

issue of “do they love me or love me not”

2

They don’t make an effort to initiate

is now becoming exhausting. Believe me, if

conversations. After going on a date with

they really loved you, there would not be a

this cutie patootie one night, I realized that I was the

doubt in your mind.

only one initiating the conversation. Not only was I the only chatterbox, but I was the only one who was intrigued to getting to know him. He hardly asked me anything about myself. I left the date perplexed

7

You find yourself constantly making excuses for them; Or he keeps

making excuses for why he can’t be there.

and soon realized that not only did we not have chemistry, but he was obviously not into me.

3

8

This might hit home for many – his/her

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They have no boundaries with the opposite sex.

If you don’t call or text them first, you will not hear from them in days. You should

really be getting the hint by now and move on.

5

relationship, but just want to get

physical. It’s time you get the hint.

words are louder than his actions, and the

actions don’t speak much.

4

It they say they’re not ready for a

If

there

is

a

constant

feeling

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You feel like you’re putting in more effort than what you’re getting.

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disappointment or discouragement, this www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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May, 2016

Mom’s Day 2

Too often, mothers are too busy taking care of those around themselves putting them last in line for a special treat. This Mother’s Day, break that pattern for the mom in your life and treat her to something that really shows her your love and gratitude.

Thoughtful gifts make for the best gifts, made even better when they’re from local businesses. El Paso has plenty of fantastic shops with the perfect gift ideas for all price points and lifestyles. Here, I share some local finds under $100 to make this Mother’s Day the best one yet.

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under $100 and comes in a variety

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of colors, gemstones and metals.

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Even better, your baubles will be

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your mom, making her feel like

A Kendra Scott jewelry set is

the queen she is.

On my quest to find the ultimate pampering experience, I was happily surprised to find the

affordable facial at the Southwest Center of Plastic Surgery Center. They offer the best customer service, the most inviting environment, and for only $75, your mom will be treated to a full rejuvenating and cleansing facial. After all, motherhood is hard work—some time alone while enjoying a skin treatment is a luxury any mom would love.

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Sometimes, a delicious meal and company is the greatest gift. Make a brunch date with mom at 150 Sunset for the

ultimate Mother’s Day meal. Plus, the restaurant and nursery boats an exquisite outdoor patio and unique plants and flowers. Take it from me, 150 Sunset makes the best French toast in town and for much less than $100, you can dine in the lap of luxury.

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Pamper your mom and treat her to a blow dry at Dry: a Blow Dry Bar. With two convenient locations, it’s the best place to

start your mother’s special day. Mom will be looking and feeling great after a blow out, and you can keep the feeling alive with exclusive products like Davines and Kevyn Aucoin. For only $85, your mom can get the whole works, a blowout and makeup application to look and feel just as beautiful as she is.

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Another jewelry option for the fabulous mother in your life is a Pandora bracelet from the local store, Vanities. With tons of options, and a wide variety of

charms to choose from, this can be a piece of jewelry that you can easily personalize.

Offering a Mother’s Day gift set at $195, this can turn into something you add onto every year with new charms that fit perfectly with your mom’s personal style.

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ecently I was invited to Feng Shui the stunning home of Tommy Chong of Cheech and Chong fame. I knew his Los Angeles neighborhood, Pacific Palisades was full of movie stars and I expected his home to be gorgeous. But I didn’t expect to stumble upon a goddess.

I never saw any Cheech and Chong movies so I had no preconceived image of Tommy Chong. I found him to be not only strikingly handsome but one of the kindest and gentle-natured men I have ever met. He seemed more like a sage than a pot-promoting comedian. His eyes reminded me of the old barn door: flecks of deep brown married with lighter hues, so much strength remaining despite the years of weathering, and they held an insurmountable depth that dared to drown anyone that met his gaze. I spent time with Tommy talking about his childhood, his career, his health and his vision for the next stage of his life. And then I was introduced to his wife of 40 years, Shelby.

Shelby is a dancer, a seamstress, and an artist and her eyes look as if she used ten shades of blue paint to achieve the striking crystal clear blue color. They don’t capture light; they defy it, embellishing her petite features. Even at 68 no one could possibly outshine her. Five foot seven, flowing golden curls, flawless ivory skin with a willowy walk she had a face cut right from the pages of a men’s magazine. I thought to myself, if goddesses are real, then this woman is their masterpiece. She was all about simplicity, making things easy, helping those around her to relax and

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be happy. Perhaps that’s why her skin glowed,

So, if your goddess vibe comes knocking on

not from expensive creams or products, but

your spirit’s door, invite her in for cake and

from her inner beauty that lit her eyes and

wine. She might look like the courageous

softened her features. When she smiled and

and fierce Egyptian Isis, the outstanding

laughed, you couldn’t help but smile along with

Greek athlete and huntress Artemis, or the

her. To be in her company was to feel that you,

brainy politician and warrior Athena. She

too, were someone. As if you had been warmed

could be the sensual lover like Oshun from

in summer rays regardless of the season. When

West Africa, or a promoter of prosperity like

I gathered up my things to leave Tommy and

the Hindu deity Laskhmi. The goddess vibe

Shelby’s house, she insisted that I spend the

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all and, subsequently, all the material and

her life and future. I wish some of her goddess

mystical consciousness. In other words,

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divine feminine energy doesn’t have to take

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nown as the first Hispanic female flight director for NASA’s flight operations and assistant directorate for ISS, Ginger Kerrick has always dreamed of working for NASA since the age of five.

“My dad took me to the library and I found a book on astronauts and astronomy and I knew that’s what I wanted to be,” said Kerrick.

With an ambition to become an astronaut, she went on to excel in math, science and sports. However, her dad’s death took an emotional toll on her when she was only 11 years old.

Kerrick remembers, “My mom was very helpful in making sure that I understood that if I wanted to become an astronaut I would have to study math and science, so she got me involved in pursuing that very early.”

She excelled academically and even became known as El Paso’s “Female Athlete of the Year,” where she was offered many scholarships to play basketball in different colleges across the country including UTEP, where she decided to stay.

Kerrick eventually went on to finish college at Texas Tech, where she experienced being away from home for the first time. However, getting there was no easy task. After injuring herself, she was no longer able to play basketball and a few of her scholarships were even pulled away and she found herself struggling to pay for tuition. Because of this, Kerrick had to work three part time jobs just to stay afloat.

She soon graduated with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in

Between internships to permanent employment, this year marks 25

physics from Tech and snagged an internship at NASA working

years that Kerrick has been established with NASA’s Johnson Space

with the safety organization in a calibration and material testing

Center in which she has supported 13 International Space Stations

facility, which later converted into a co-op position, then to

and five joint shuttle missions. Her position allows her to manage over

permanent employment.

1,500 employees and millions of dollars each year. Since then she has been commended for her achievements and has received many

“As long as you perform and do the tasks that your assigned, and

professional recipient awards.

show an openness to doing more, then those opportunities will present themselves to you,” said Kerrick.

“What makes this job fun for me is working with people and giving them opportunities to make sure they make their mark here at NASA

She soon met the requirements for astronaut selection but a

and just improving our space program and keeping our crew safe,”

medical issue automatically disqualified her from the process.

said Kerrick. “I get to do a little bit of technical and budget work,” she

Devastated to hear that her life long dream of becoming an

contined.“If I want to move up, one opportunity might be for me to

astronaut was no longer possible, Kerrick found a new perspective

be in charge and become flight director for ISS or work in center level

and knew she could still contribute to the program by working in

management running the Johnson Space Center.”

Mission Operations.

Aside from that, Kerrick runs her own cake business from home where “The hardest part of getting to here, was getting here,” said

she donates all the proceeds to a non-profit dog rescue organization

Kerrick. “You have to be creative and depending on how bad you

that she works with. With two dogs of her own, Kerrick is a huge animal

want it, you will figure it out.”

lover and sees herself opening a dog walking business in the future.

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“I think people sell themselves short, but if your interested in something, approach it with a positive perspective and go for it. You’ll figure out how to make it all work,” said Kerrick.

Later this fall, Kerrick does plan on visiting the Sun City as the grand marshall for this year’s Thanksgiving Day parade. In the meantime, she continues to travel giving public speeches inspiring Hispanics, women and minorities in the STEM fields.

“If you’re approaching things intimidated by the fact that you’re the only Hispanic or the only female in the class, then you’re already setting yourself up for failure because you’re comparing yourself to somebody else,” warns Kerrick. “But if you don’t even think about the fact that you are the only Hispanic, or the only woman in that field, and you go from the perspective that its going to be fun, then it will be fun.”

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E L PA SO | By: BRIANNA HERNANDEZ photography by: TOMMIE MORELOS |

El Pasoans turn Steps into Wishes

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tanding up on stage in a blue

“The

our

“The ability to be able to do this is so helpful

cape, 15-year-old Elijah looks

merchants were thrilled to host Make-A-

because it is so costly to have it (a dog),

Fountains

at

Farah

and

all

out to the crowd where 700

Wish’s inaugural Walk for Wishes on the

especially with medical expenses that are

participants cheer him on as the superhero that

Promenade,” said Giovanni Silva, Marketing

high,” she said.

he is. For over a year, Elijah has been waiting

and Events Director for The Fountains at

for his one wish to come true and it did.

Farah. “We were privileged to work with

Now her son will be able to go back to

the

our

doing the things he used to such as playing

“I was pretty surprised and wasn’t expecting

‘walk friendly’ venue for this event. The

football, riding horses and being able to get

it at all,” Elijah said, who is diagnosed with

Foundation’s efforts foster the hope that is

on a school bus.

a neurological disorder that causes seizures.

essential for wish kids and their families in

“[My service dog Maverick] is going to help

their fight against life-threatening illnesses.”

Make-A-Wish

Foundation

with

drive and can be safe about it.”

“It is going to be so much easier and relaxing knowing that the dog will be able to alert him

me with my everyday life. I will be able to The event did inspire hope and joy for wish

[of seizures],” Rosa said.

kids like Elijah.

Every year, Make-A-Wish® North Texas

On Saturday, April 9, the Make-A-Wish® North Texas El Paso Regional Office had its

“My favorite part about today is all the people,

El Paso Regional Office grants 85 wishes.

first Walk for Wishes®, presented by The

it seemed like everyone came together,”

Elijah’s wish falls into one of four categories:

Hospitals of Providence/The Hospitals of

Elijah said. “Community support means a lot

“I wish to have,” “I wish to go,” “I wish to

Providence Children’s Hospital. The superhero

to me, it uplifts me.”

meet,” “I wish to be.”

Elijah’s mother, Rosa, is thankful for the support.

“The experience of watching a live wish

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make a Wish

into perspective, especially when you see

Participants not only got to see a live wish

cause,” Make-A-Wish® El Paso Regional

just how strong and brave the children

reveal but also enjoyed music, food, vendor

Council member Rick Cabrera said, who

of Make-A-Wish are, even after all the

booths and a yoga warm-up before the walk.

also emceed the event. “Without a doubt

obstacles they’ve been dealt,” Walk for

A Kids’ Zone provided children with activities

my favorite part was having Elijah having his

Wishes Committee Chair Elisa Terrazas said.

such as face-painting, balloon animals, a

wish granted and that’s the memory I am

“We really want to do as much as we can

photo booth and appearances by princesses

going to take away.”

to inspire these families and these children.”

and superheroes.

The family-friendly walk was one way to

“It was a tremendous success and it proves

The Hospitals of Providence/The Hospitals

inspire those who participated. Those who

once again that El Paso has huge hearts and

of Providence Children’s Hospital, Popular

walked helped raise money to grant wishes.

are more than willing to get beyond a great

Mattress, The Fountains at Farah, Bohannon

The Walk for Wishes sponsors included:

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May, 2016 Development Corporation, MIMCO Inc., Tropicana Homes, River Oaks Properties, Stewart Title and Evolve Credit Union. The Fountains at Farah partners participating in the event included Kona Grill, P.F. Chang’s, Chuy’s, Chipotle, Charming Charlie and Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt.

Pet’s Barn General Manager, Lisa Hernandez, supported Elijah’s wish with $500 worth of supplies. Included was a crate for the puppy, food bowls, chew toys and a years worth of dog food.

“To see him with the puppy is the best feeling and knowing that the puppy and him can have an easier time with everything gives you pride knowing you could help them out,” said Hernandez.

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Be a Fit M m this etting in your exercise can

me a better person and more importantly a

a lot when also balancing work and three

be a struggle for anyone, but

better mom.”

children’s busy schedules.”

workouts can feel almost

Regina Bauer, 32, with three children ages

Shannon Quartermane, 34, with three children

impossible. I mean, how can

twelve, five and three: “When you’re a wife

ages seven, six and three: “Finding balance

you find time to workout when

and mom, it’s so easy to become exhausted

as a mom has been one of the hardest parts

you can barely go to the bathroom

quickly and take the easy route. When I want

of my journey so far. As a mom I think it is

for moms, squeezing in

for

to give up on my routine, I remember that the

important to make time for yourself, including

kids, workplace demands, household

way I feel about myself when I’m eating right

your exercise routine, whatever it may be.

chores, doctor’s appointments, school,

and working out is the way I want my family

Staying fit needs to be a part of everyday life.

undisturbed?

Between

caring

and everything else, there is often very little

to feel. My children will view my fit habits as

Not just a diet or some of the time. Make it

“you-time,” much less “sweat-time.” So as

an example of what’s normal. I can’t think of

a priority. Do it for yourself and do it for your

a trainer, I’ve asked some of my “fit moms”

anything more important than their health. So

family. Be the example they will remember.”

to share how they balance being a mom and

it just makes sense.”

Kat Mena, 33, with four children ages nine,

staying fit. Good news … it is possible!

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Bonnie Teng, 37, with three children ages

seven, five and three: “Being fit and active

Megan Lamantia, 29, with two babies ages

20-months-old, five and seven: “I schedule

helps me to be a better mom and role model

two and seven months: “Working out helps

my workout to make time for myself.

for my kids.”

me achieve the best version of myself both

When I workout, I feel more energetic,

physically and emotionally and that makes

accomplished and less stressed. This helps

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Megan Lamantia

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Da Mother’s | By: LIZZIE MARTINEZ |

A few tips from your City Magazine Personal Trainer Lizzie Martinez: • Get it done early before the day gets away from you. Wake up early

• Don’t worry about your outfit. Don’t waste

and get it done before the kids wake up. It’s a great way to energize

your little free time making wardrobe choices.

you for the busy day ahead.

Nobody cares. Just worry about getting your workout done!

• Mark it down in your calendar. If you have an appointment made,

• Include your kids. Children instinctively love to move, so have

chances are, you’ll show up. Regular exercisers don’t ‘find time’

fun with things like trampolines, yoga in your living room, bosu ball

they ‘make time.’ Pay attention to how you’re spending your time.

exercises, or jogging at the park! Just get moving! You won’t feel

Example: Those 30 minutes you spend on Pinterest could be used

guilty for spending too much time away from the kids either.

to get in a quick HIIT workout.

• Make healthy snacks and try to throw away the unhealthy choices.

• Have a plan for how you’ll sweat. Don’t forget to plan what you’re

This will not only benefit you, but will teach your kids from the start

actually going to do once you get to the gym. Getting lost in the gym

to live a healthy lifestyle. If your kids love gummy fruit snacks, start

on top of trying to find the time is a big “no-no.”

replacing it with real fruit or dried fruit. It’s something you can snack on too without the guilt.

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S Angels omeone once said, “We all

have a guardian angel who is

loving, kind, and caring who will be

there when we need someone to share the

Guardian

load we are bearing.� Personally, I believe

compassion, forgiveness and mercy. He is helpful in reconciling and healing broken relationships with others.

Archangel Gabriel is well known for telling

this statement to be extremely true.

Mary she would give birth to baby Jesus. He

Whether you believe in guardian angels

is purity, guidance, direction and helps when

or not, I think we can all agree that spiritual guidance

seeking answers in major life changes, such as changing jobs or moving.

is always a positive thing.

Archangel Raphael is the healer and helps in

It is believed that we are

healing your body, mind and soul. Raphael will

all assigned two specific guardian angels at the

aid you when you need clothing, food or shelter

moment of your birth that will stay with us until we pass away. These angels are assigned to help

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and helps find cures for diseases.

keep you on your path and journey in this life and

Archangel Uriel is known for his peace. When

to help protect you from harm and danger. Many

having a dispute or argument with someone,

think it is hard to connect with your guardian

ask him for his guidance in creating a peaceful

angel but in all actuality it is very simple. Angels

outcome or resolution.

are there waiting for you to ask them for help and guidance. All you need to do is simply ask them

Archangel Zadkiel aids us in forgiveness. If you

for their help, and of course believing in them

are having difficulty forgiving someone who

helps even more to connect with them.

has wronged you, ask him specifically for his help. Zadkiel helps with tolerance, justice and

There are seven archangels who have specific

diplomacy and will restore happiness in your life

duties assigned to them and they are as follows:

if you ask, all you have to do is ask!

Archangel Michael is considered the captain of

There are also angels in other forms. Many of

all angels. He defends us from harm, accidents,

us recognize angels in the form of loved ones

crime and dark spirits. You can ask him for

who have passed over. In a time of need many

spiritual and physical protection.

of us find ourselves asking for their guidance and intervention. Just as your loved ones were

Archangel Jophiel encompasses information,

a shoulder to lean on while they were here in

wisdom, knowledge and understanding. He

the physical life, remember they are still there

helps us to see situations with clarity. If you

for you in even though they are in the spiritual

need wisdom or help in studying, look to Jophiel.

realm. I hope that connecting with your angels is helpful in this journey we call life.

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Never miss another appointment by always staring at your chic and modern wrist-watch. We all know that buying an expensive watch at the jeweler might be easier (and more expensive) but today there’s a bunch of brands that offer a sleek and fashionable wrist-watch for a really fair price. For a day, change the seriousness of a leather or metal wristband for a colorful one, or one that has a wooden texture.

Tropical Breeze With spring in full bloom, everyone takes out the floral prints. But what happens when over-the-top florals aren’t for you, but you still enjoy a nice print? Why not go with a tropical print? You’ll get the hipness of a floral print (but with palm trees, leaves and a few birds here and there) but without you worrying looking like your grandma. You can find these prints in every hue you can imagine, neon, pastels, over black or white.

Friends and Food There is nothing nicer than a good time with friends. Hosting a dinner party is always a task that some people might not be down for, but the rewards are always gratifying. Cook a succulent dinner, followed (or started) by some drinks, make a friend bring dessert, and another one bring some board games. Why not make it a monthly thing with people rotating hosting at their house? Stay away from spending a ton of money on going out to dinner and then a bar – make it cozy and homier.

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seem to never end? Well, this is advice for you to tell that annoying snapchatter to stop doing that. No one really wants to see a night out at the bars in a bunch of clipped videos that last around 120 seconds … that’s two minutes! We don’t even want to see celebrities act dumb for that long. Go out, have fun, but please don’t make a movie out of it. (We don’t do that! So follow us at TheCityMagazine.)

Lace up blouses We’ve seen them, those blouses that have what seems to be a shoelace going up the cleavage.

Honestly, they’re not cute and if they’re not styled right they tend to look a little cheap. Free your cleavage from that laced cage and let them enjoy the spring weather!

Hot in the front, cold in the back Ankle sandals are the ugliest addition in the footwear world. Who needs to have their ankles covered up, but their toes totally exposed? No one. Get some real sandals, or if your ankles are cold, get some freaking booties. The mullet of sandals needs to go away.

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FOOD

May, Mother’s Day and flowers all seem to usher a fragrance for the

That is the reason why I feel that there is no greater way to say,

opening of our aromatic spring time season.

“I love you” to your mother than by preparing a home-cooked meal worthy of her special Mother’s Day celebration.

May 8 marks the 102nd anniversary of Mother’s Day in the United States. Our 28th President, Woodrow Wilson, signed a proclamation

I have created a delicious olive and artichoke chicken cutlet-parmesan

designating Mother’s Day as a national holiday to honor all mothers,

smothered in tomato basil sauce over mouth-watering quinoa pasta.

to be held on the second Sunday in May. Mediterranean fig salad with organic balsamic dressing along with a Ann Jarvis, a peace activist who cared for wounded soldiers on both

side of steamed asparagus and brussel sprouts infused with stewed

sides of the American Civil War, started a campaign to make Mother’s

heirloom tomatoes makes a delightful memory on Mother’s Day for

Day a recognized holiday in the United States in 1905, the year her

years to come.

mother died. She wanted to honor her mother by setting aside a day to honor all mothers, because she believed that they were “the person

Bon Appetít!

who has done more for you than anyone in the world.”

Mediterranean Fig Salad with Balsamic Dressing Ingredients: 1/4 cup Feta cheese 2 large Tomatoes 1 tbsp. Red onion 1/2 cup Virgin Olive oil- virgin 1 tbsp. Italian herbs 1/4 cup dried Cranberries 1 sliced Cucumber 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. Pine nuts 1 tbsp. Slivered Almonds 1/4 cup Water 6 dried Figs, cut in half 4 oz. cubed White cheddar

For the dressing: Place all the ingredients in the blender (extra virgin or virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and water, Italian herbs) until the dressing become smooth.

For the salad: Place the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and tossed it with the dressing.

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Steamed Asparagus and Brussel Sprouts with Infused Stewed Heirloom Tomatoes Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh organic asparagus 10-12 organic brussell sprouts 1 container of small heirloom cherry tomatoes 10 small white pearl onions Himalayan salt to taste Black cracked pepper to taste Extra Virgin Olive oil Directions: Place all the vegetables in a steamer or a saucepan and steam till tender, about 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil and season to taste.

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Organic Olives and Artichoke Chicken Cutlet Parmesan With Tomato Basil Sauce Over Quinoa Pasta Serves: 4-6 Ingredients

Cook the cutlets on both sides until the panko

4 cups Panko crumbs

become golden brown. Set aside.

1 large package shredded mozzarella 1 tsp. Italian seasoning

Pour 2 cups of tomato basil sauce on the

6-8 leaves fresh basil

bottom of a glass dish and place the cutlets

6-8 Cherry tomatoes

on the bottom of the dish. Pour the remaining

6 whole Artichoke hearts

2 cups of sauce on top of the chicken cutlets.

6 large pitted Black olives

Add the shredded mozzarella cheese over

6 large pitted Green olives

the chicken cutlets and then place the

3 large Red peppers, sliced lengthwise

artichokes, green olives, black olives and

4 Garlic cloves

cherry tomatoes over the chicken. Add your

1/2 tsp. Sea salt

seasonings on top of the cutlets and add 6-8

1/2 tsp. Crushed pepper

fresh basil leaves and garlic cloves on top of

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

the chicken as well. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes.

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Meanwhile, cook quinoa pasta according to the

become thin, set aside. Then, place each cutlet

package directions. Plate pasta and top with

in coconut flour, eggs and panko. Put each cutlet

Olives-Artichoke Chicken Cutlet Parmesan

into a sautĂŠ pan with olive oil over medium heat.

and additional Tomato-Basil Sauce. Garnish

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Being a Welcomed Guest | By: JOANN WARDY | The welcomed guest: • Arrives on time, not early or more than 15 minutes late.

• Does not overindulge in food or beverage.

• Graciously mingles among the crowd, meeting and greeting.

• A single gentleman brings a date only when the invitation states his name and “Guest.”

• Recognizes that the absence of ashtrays means no smoking.

• A guest does not lean back in his chair.

• Does not bring the party down with negative conversation.

• If a guest chooses to leave early, he discreetly thanks his hostess and leaves without disturbing the good time being had by others.

“Be Legendary, Not Ordinary.”

Joann Wardy owns and directs “The School of Etiquette and Enrichment” and was certified at “The Protocol School of Washington.”

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W e s t e rn Ba sk e t ball C ha m pion s Hon ore d at t he W h i t e Hous e | By: ADAIR MARGO photos courtesy of: ADAIR MARGO AND JOE GOMEZ |

T

he evening of Wednesday,

fly her in his plane, she relented. Mary and

the Eisenhower Executive Office Building

February

the

the Haskins’ sons - Steve, David and Brent-

next door. She introduced Assistant Coach

1966 Texas Western NCAA

had big smiles as President Bush called “The

Moe Iba, Sports Information Officer Eddie

Championship Basketball Team

Bear” from the front of the theater before the

Mullens, and players Jerry Armstrong, Orsten

was feted at a White House

movie began, telling him what a great coach

Artis, Lou Badoin, Willie Cager, Dick Myers,

he was and how everybody missed him.

Togo Railey, Nevil Shed, Willie Worsley, David

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2006,

dinner hosted by President and Mrs. George

Lattin, Fred Schwake and Steve Tredennick,

W. Bush. The recognition came decades late, but the President put it in positive terms

Mrs. Bush was especially excited to host

bringing a laugh when she quoted a line in

as he lifted his glass in a toast to the players

the Texas Western champions, as her ties to

the movie that “blacks can’t play basketball.”

and coaches that night: “I’m sorry you had to

UTEP are strong. Her mother attended when

She commented that bigotry didn’t stand in

wait 40 years, but look at it this way: You’re

it was Texas College of Mines and Metallurgy

the way of what Coach Haskin’s did, and how

the first championship team to come to the

and Mrs. Bush during summer school in 1965.

the choices a coach makes affects the lives

White House with its own movie.”

Dressed for the occasion in white pants and

of the players, and the choices of the players

an orange top, she and the President stood

affect the team. “A team is like a family,”

The President and Laura had invited the team

in the Blue Room upstairs after the movie

she said, “and what’s really interesting to me

and some guests to see “Glory Road” in the

was over, having their picture taken with

… is that after 40 years, these men still act

intimate White House theater before dinner.

every guest. When greeting Joe Gomez, the

like brothers.” Recognizing player Bobby Joe

Sadly, Don Haskins wasn’t there, but laid up

President gave him a Mexican abrazo.

Hill who died in 2002, she explained that his wife, Tina, and daughter, Michelle, had been

in the hospital with pneumonia. Mary Haskins almost didn’t go despite her husband’s

The next morning, Mrs. Bush also shared the

insistence, but when Woody Hunt offered to

movie with high school teams from D.C. in

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What a dinner it was! Unforgettable to those invited, but also to the White House staff who couldn’t get people to sit down! It was like a family union with so many El Paso ties. People saw each other for the first time in years and took pictures of their surroundings. My mom, Betty Wakefield Haley, saw Jean and Ben Collins, across the street neighbors when we both lived on Mississippi Street, a block from Madeline Park. Ben was the Athletic Director who hired Coach Haskins in 1961.

They laughed when recounting my call to the Collins’ home, telling them to reserve the date.

Ben’s response was unexcitable, ‘Oh, Adair, I don’t know … I like staying home in my house shoes,’ unlike Jean who called back within minutes, saying, ‘Don’t you dare listen to a word Ben says!’ The night at the White House she commanded the conversation at her table in the State Dining Room, with guests Togo Railey; Assistant Athletic Director, Jim Bowden; Philanthropist J.O. Steward; UTEP African American Studies Professor, Maceo

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Dailey; Mary Haskin’s sister, Sue Coyer; and

Mrs. Bush came in, but no one would stay

Kathleen Moore, whose husband, Ross, had

seated. How could Beverly Floyd, when she

been the team’s trainer. Ben was at Laura

saw 6’8” Nevil Shed grinning ear to ear only

Bush’s table with my mom and Willie Worsley,

one table over? He’d been an assistant coach

who told him, “I always liked you, Ben, since

with her husband, Tim, and she hadn’t seen

you were the only person shorter than I was.”

him in 35 years! Gary Walters, the head usher,

Willie was the 5’6” Miner guard.

walked briskly towards them as they hugged between their tables, firmly but politely

Kathleen Moore’s daughter, Marilyn Cromeans,

saying that dinner was about to be served.

recorded in her scrapbook that everyone was

Chardonnay was poured and President Bush

asked to sit down before the President and

made his toast to his barely seated guests.

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Orange baby roses shaped like basketballs were at the center of the 11 tables with real nets, their rims wrapped in ivy. The White House florist, Nancy Clarke, outdid herself for the UTEP Miners. At each place was a goldrimmed charger, the White House at its center, with a linen napkin and menu laid on top.

The meal included the best beef Dee Margo had ever eaten - Beef Short Ribs with Achiote Rub, served with Grilled Vegetables and Chipotle Potato Gratin. A finger bowl served between the spinach salad and chocolate and caramel Ancho Pepper tart put quizzical looks on some faces. Ben Collins said that Laura Bush jokingly lifted hers at their table as if to take a sip while smiling at someone across the room. She also suggested to those at her table to pass their menus around for everyone to sign, an idea copied by other guests. Maynard Haddad - owner of H&H carwash where Mrs. Bush eats huevos rancheros when she visits El Paso – still has

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his menu signed by President Bush hanging over the formica tables at 700 E. Yandell.

The Air Force chorale entertained with songs from “Glory Road” after dessert. Willie Cager yelled out “Sing it girl!” when the soloist sang a rousing Rhythm and Blues. Nevil Shed got up to dance, ignoring his wife, Melba, whose gesticulations for him to SIT DOWN took on a rhythm of their own. Nevil lifted his glass to Bobby Joe Hill, with everyone responding “To Bobby Joe.” A portrait of Abraham Lincoln hanging over the fireplace looked down on us all.

When the President got up to excuse himself, explaining his day would start the next morning at 4:30 a.m., Maynard Haddad got up, too, saying, “Before you leave, Mr. President, I just have to hug you.”

For months following the event, Maynard’s eyes welled up with tears when he talked about his evening at the White House.

“Where but in the United States would the son of a Syrian immigrant be invited to sit at the President’s table?” he asked. Then he added wistfully, “I wish everyone could experience the love in that man.”

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PET OF THE

MONTH

I’M THE QUEEN OF SUNSET HEIGHTS AND I LIVE WITH MY HUMAN SERVANT. TCM Pet of the Month highlights our readers’ best friends!

“Madame” Owner: Steven Mansfield “Hello. My name is Madame and I’m about to be one year young. I’m the queen of Sunset Heights and I live with my human servant. He’s alright. I like long walks around the apartment, picking the music in the car, and one day I will lead my fellow felines and we will take over the world. That or I might just take a nap.”

Is your pet TCM’s next Pet of the Month?

Send a photo and short story why you think your pet belongs in these pages to kim@thecitymagazineelp.com.

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The A travel guide

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Girls just wanna have fun…and a girls-only vacation. Since May is our women’s issue, what better travel guidance to give than something you and the girls can get together for to celebrate being a woman? Add some Shania Twain to your vacation playlist and mentally prepare yourself for that much needed girl time.

With the weather being just right almost anywhere would be a good vacation area. Let me narrow it down for you, though.

For the Sight-Seers

New York, New York The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps… New York City, with its lights and fashion and 100 miles per hour mentality. A girl’s trip to the city means delicious plates of food, hours of walking and lots of sightseeing. Tour the Statue of Liberty, go up to the top of the Empire State Building, go to the 9/11 Memorial; there’s a lot of options here. For the avid photographer, the streets of New York City make for a great photograph. And for the art lover, NYC is home to famous museums as well as being home to some of the greatest architecture.

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For the Thrill-Seekers

Big Bend Ranch State Park, Texas If you’re more on the adventurous side, I deeply urge you to do a girl’s trip to Big Bend Ranch State Park. Known as the “Other Side of Nowhere”, not only are the views absolutely gorgeous, but there are so many things to do. You can hike along the mountain trials, camp for a few days and star-gaze in one of the most popular places, raft down the Rio Grande, or even take a little swim in the river.

It’ll be just you, your girls and the open desert. Picture perfect, it’s the best place to get some adventure and distance yourself from media and the outside world.

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For the Wine Enthusiasts

Napa Valley, California Aside from Italy, Napa Valley is up there on the list when it comes to wines. It might be a little overwhelming, the amount of wineries and wine tours you can take, but just relax and have a glass of wine. You can enjoy dinner and wine on a restored train at Napa Valley Wine Train, or look into wine tours at Beringer Vineyards, where the views are breathtaking, or Starmont Winery, where you’ll drink at the historic Stanly Ranch. Vacation time with the girls is all about letting loose and what better way to do so than with wine? Don’t forget to download the Uber app, though!

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For the Overworked

Ojo Caliente, New Mexico Only have a couple of days to vacation? Just 50 miles outside Sante Fe is Ojo Caliente, New Mexico, where Mineral Springs Resort is the perfect place to relax. You can soak in private pools, enjoy some spa treatments and engage in girl talk while being in an oasis. Since the spring is iron-based, it’s considered to be beneficial to the blood and immune system. Take the weekend to soak up, drink some wine with the girls and unwind before you have to return to reality.

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Month

THE CITY MAGAZINE IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE WINNER OF OUR

“Best Springtime Shot” of El Paso photo contest!

Congratulations Miguel Vigil for this beautiful shot on the Franklin Mountains!

Don’t forget to start submitting your “Best Chihuahuas Game Shot” of El Paso for your chance to be featured in our June issue of The City Magazine! All photos sent will be property of TCM for publishing. All entries should include your name, phone number and a brief description of how the photo was taken. Email entries to: pablo@thecitymagazineelp.com or call (915)500-5730 with questions.

DEADLINE: May 12, 2016 www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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National Bike Month ::: May 1-31

Celebrate National Bike Month with ride-alongs and fun events all across the city all month long!

Info: elpasobikemonth.com

Alfresco! Fridays ::: May 1

The 13th season of outdoor concerts are on Friday’s at 6 p.m. at the Convention Center in downtown El Paso.

Admission is free.

Info: 534-0665 or alfrescofridays.com

First Friday Artwalk and Ghost Tour ::: May 6

Experience culture at the First Friday Artwalk and Ghost Tour at San Elizario Historic District from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Shop for delicate pottery, vibrant jewelry, timeless home accents, or seasonal decorations.

There will also be unique paintings, sculptures and a “movie on the wall” at 8:15. Sweet and savory treats will also be offered. Admission is free; the ghost tour is $10 Info: 851-0093 or SanElizarioHistoricArtDistrict.com

Downtown El Paso Ghost Tour ::: May 7-14

Did you know that downtown El Paso is haunted?

Experience the stories, the thrills and chills as your guided downtown with a local expert. The tour begins at Paranormal Research Center at 9 p.m.

Admission is $15.

Info: (915) 274-9531 or help@ghosts915.com

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Free Comic Book Day ::: May 7

Come out to Black Sheep Comics and celebrate national Free Comic Book Day! Comics will be available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and admission is free.

Info: (915) 449-0990 or oldmajorcomics@gmail.com

Ardovino’s Desert Crossing Farmers Market ::: May 1-31

On Saturday’s from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the summer, enjoy some of the best vendors at Ardovino’s Desert Crossing’s Farmers Market. With a lush variation of fruit, home goods, jewelry, and other fun finds this market is the perfect place to spend a Saturday – and while you’ve stopped, why not enjoy a delicious brunch on the patio of the restaurant? You won’t be sorry!

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TTU Architecture Film Series ::: May 7

The El Paso Museum of Art Energy Auditorium will host the TTU Architecture Film Series this summer with a movie on the first Saturday of the month. May 7 will feature Moonrise Kingdom (PG-13) beginning at 11 a.m.

Info: jwalker.hill@ttu.edu

El Paso Downtown Artist and Farmers Market ::: May 1-31 Don’t miss Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Union Plaza District through the summer to find delicious food, arts, crafts and entertainment; including free activities for kids.

Metered parking downtown is free on Saturdays.

5th Annual Big Brew ::: May 7

Raul Di Blasio ::: May 5

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Mission Trail Art Market ::: May 15

Experience culture at the Mission Trail Art Market at San Elizario Historic District from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shop for delicate pottery, vibrant jewelry, timeless home accents, or seasonal decorations.

There will also be unique paintings, sculptures and photography. Sweet and savory treats will also be offered. Admission is free.

Info: (915) 851-0093 or MissionTrailArtMarket.com

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Argentinian Pianist Raul Di Blasio is coming to the Plaza Theatre May 5 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $59.50.

Info: (915) 534-0600 or ticketmaster.com

Celtic Women ::: May 13

The Irish music sensation, Celtic Women is only in El Paso for one night! Get your tickets today for an exciting evening of culture and music May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre.

Tickets start at $49.

Info: (915) 534-0600

Whether you are a home brewer or a local craft beer savant, you are not going to want to miss the 5th Annual Big Brew on May 5 brought to you by the Local Brewers Association of Craft Beer. The Big Brew will take place on 162 Coronado Rd. from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission is free to all those 21 years and older.

Info: (915) 449-6969

2016 New Mexico Governor’s Conference May 16-18

Presented by the New Mexico Hospitality Association, the 2016 Governor’s Conference is an annual event to inspire local entrepreneurs in the tourism business. This year’s event will host notable keynote speakers at the Las Cruces Convention Center. The Conference will begin at 8 a.m. each day. Admission is $75 per person..

Info: (505) 506-8624

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The Cure May 17

Add some rock to your summer and get tickets to see The Cure on May 17 at the Don Haskins Center at 7 p.m.

Tickets start at $19.25, get yours today!

Info: (915) 747-5234

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Tequila, Taco and Cerveza Festival::: May 21

Get the best tastes of the border at the Tequila, Taco, and Cerveza Festival. The event will be held at Cohen Stadium on May 21st from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Info: TequilaTacoCervezaFest.com

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Neon Desert Music Festival ::: May 28-29

You’ve heard the buzz about the Neon Desert Music Festival. Come out to downtown El Paso and live it yourself! And this year, the line up promises to be even better than last year. Tickets start at $119 for the whole weekend.

Info: neondesertmusicfestival.com

“Two Tribes, Two Runs” Exhibits ::: May 28-Sept. 29 For some, running is a sport. For others, it is a way of life that is deeply rooted in the traditions of our ancestors. It is in this spirit that the Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens presents “Two Tribes, Two Runs,” featuring two photography exhibits about the Tarahumara and the Mescalero Apache Indians and the importance of running in their respective cultures. The exhibits will be on display May 28 through Sept. 17, 2016. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, May 28 at 1 p.m. at the Utep Centennial Museum.

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6232 N. Mesa St. | (915) 584-3621 Winning Best Taco for Best of The City 2015 and Best Chips and Salsa in 2014, Avila’s has a savory Mexican menu that will satisfy your cravings. We’re open for weekend breakfast, have lunch specials available daily and a convenient pick-up window is accessible for family dinners on the go. PR

$$ - Medium Range Dog Friendly- DF

$$$ - High Priced $$$$ - Exquisite Dining Party/Private Room - PR Happy Hour - H

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Westside’s 3rd Hole

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The Green Ingredient

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1035 Belvidere Suite 168 | (915) 584-5577

201 East Main Street #201 | (915) 298-1010

There’s no better place to relax and grab a bite to eat than W3H.

The Green Ingredient is a restaurant that offers delicious,

Nominated as El Paso’s best tacos, stop by today and see why we’re

nutritious, personalized meals, teas and more. Offering people the

becoming El Paso’s go-to spot for catching a game and eating some good

real perspective of health, you can get balanced meals that are

food. “We saved you a seat.” O, H

nutritious, free from additives, preservatives, GMO’s and extremely high quality. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

EASTSIDE

ALL OVER TOWN

EASTSIDE

The Smokehouse BBQ, Ribs and More $$ 8414 North Loop Dr. | (915) 592-RIBS (7427)

El Taco Tote

$

Meat lovers! Welcome to a little piece of rib-heaven in El Paso.

201 East Main St. | 2921 N. Mesa St.

The Original Baby Back Ribs are just one of their specialties of the

1000 Magruder St. | 1461 N. Zaragoza

house with their own original recipes. Prepared fresh and slowly

9933 Kenworthy St. | 9910 Montana Ave.

cooked to perfection using apple wood during the whole process

3480 Joe Battle Blvd.

creating a magnificent flavor. H

(915) 838-6000 This is not fast food, this is Real Mexican Grill food that we’ve made just for you, El Paso. Changing the face of Mexican food, we offer different variations of tacos ranging from, barbacoa, pork and chicken, shrimp, fish and much much more. Also on our menu, try our new veggie taco.

King Crab $$$ 1700 N. Zaragoza Suite 154 | (915) 849-8697 317 N. Mills Ave. You can’t get seafood like this anywhere else in El Paso. With Chef Pierre, bringing his Cajun home-style cooking from New Orleans, the seafood boils and dishes will leave your mouth watering for more. Fresh seafood is brought in twice a week. Come in and try for yourself. PR, H www.thecitymagazineelp.com

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DOWNTOWN

UNIVERSITY/KERN

Mesa Street Grill $$$

May, 2016

Anson 11 $$-$$$

3800 N Mesa St., Ste D1 | (915) 532-1881

303 N. Oregon St. Ste. 110 | (915) 504-6400 Mesa Street Grill introduces their newest dessert creation – the Pineapple Crostata. This refreshing blend of pineapple, cinnamon

Anson 11 is two exceptional dining experiences dedicated to the

and nutmeg is crowned with a cashew crumble and handmade

military man, the gentleman and the food connoisseur that was

sugar garnish. Taste this dessert once and it’s sure to become a

Anson Mills. For a downtown dinning experience like no other,

summertime favorite. O, H, PR, H

Rulis International Kitchen

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4176 N. Mesa St. | (915) 313-4806 Take a bite out of any of the delicious plates being served at Rulis International Kitchen. As winners of Best Beer Selection for Best of The City 2015, there’s also a good reason to stay and drink. On Sunday’s try their savory Paella dish or stop in for Happy Hour M-F 4 – 7 p.m and Th-Sat 9 – 11 p.m. O, H, PR, DF

The Garden Grill

Anson 11 is the restaurant to go to. PR, H

House of Pizza $$ 208 N. Stanton St. | (915) 533-3424 The vintage and trendy House of Pizza offers their most popular specialty pizza, which is called the House Special. It includes pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage, mushrooms, black olives, onions, bell peppers and irresistible extra cheese. O

Oishii $$

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125 W Mills Ave. | (915) 231-1125

111 W. University Ave. | (915) 351-2121 We have created a new concept and a new style of dining in the Enjoy American cuisine with influences from around the world. Try the

heart of downtown El Paso. Satisfy your taste buds with quality

popular green chili soup, sip on some wine after work or class and enjoy

ingredients and traditional techniques. Choose from our freshly

El Paso’s weather on our outdoor patio. Located inside the Hilton Garden

prepared sushi bar and sip on fine wine. This is the newest

Inn, this treasure is for all of El Paso to experience. O, H

addition to downtown’s fine dining and you don’t want to miss

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out. Oishii, simply translated, means delicious.

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Nicholas Reyes Hair Salon............................................Pg. 40

Ben Bridge Jeweler......................................................Pg. 15

Paso Del Norte Wealth Advisors....................................Pg. 4

Casa Buenavista......................................................Pg. 18-19

Quartermane Salon.....................................................Pg. 119

Claudia Castillo Makeup Artistry...................................Pg. 76

Regency of El Paso.....................................................Pg. 103

D’ansa Jazz Stage.........................................................Pg. 85

Scott Asbury, Allstate Insurance.................................Pg. 111

David Paul...................................................................Pg. 113

Shannon Quartermane...............................................Pg. 117

Dorney Security Systems..................................... Pgs. 12, 88

Southwest Plastic Surgery.............................................Pg. 3

El Paso Chihuahuas......................................................Pg. 43

Spectrum Technologies..............................................Pg. 121

El Paso Photo Ops........................................................Pg. 39

Sugar Skull Fashion Boutique.......................................Pg. 71

El Taco Tote..................................................................Pg. 21

Sunset Funeral Homes...............................................Pg. 129

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