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by Cynthia Henry Publisher When Bernice Weltha came to Clear Fork Assisted Living and Memory Care in Willow Park a few years ago, the aides weren’t quite sure what to think about her stories of riding mo torcycles cross country and camping for weeks on end. The soft-spoken woman, who spent most of her time reading and doing crossword puzzles, didn’t seem the type. “She’s not just blowin’ smoke,” said her daughter Loann Maldonado. Her parents started taking long distance rides when she was just out of high“Itschool.keepsyou from getting old,” said Bernice. “My husband (Rueben James, ‘R.J.’) always had motorcycles and finally got a bigger one that would accommodate me. One summer we went all over the country,” said Bernice. The pair regularly attended motorcycle rallies all over the United States, including the St urgis Motorcycle Rally. “We didn’t have any obliga tions at home, so we’d just take off,” said Bernice. “We went north, south, east, and west. We She says she loved the free dom of being on the bike. “It’s also fun to see how other people live and the different There were no cell phones when the couple first began biking long distances. Loann and her three brothers had the plate number written down in case there was a problem, but oth erwise, they would only hear from their parents on “My dad al ways said, ‘We’re gonna go while we can, and we’ll sit when we get old. and think about it,’” said Loann.And they did. Bernice mother giggled as Loann pointed to a photo of her mother with a broken collar bone — the only time she got hurt on a bike. She didn’t laugh as she recalled a run-in with a Yellowstone bear. She and R.J. were on a twoweek ride and had forgotten to put away some granola they’d been carrying under their seat. The couple watched as the beast toppled the bike and tore into the seat. They knew not to in tervene. Eventually the bear left with the food and the two con tinued on their way. As they got older, Loann con vinced them to pull the bikes in a trailer when traveling to ral lies.In addition to motorcycling, 100 year old Bernice attributes her long life to her “ol’ Norsky background.” Her parents im migrated from Norway before bringing Bernice into the world in the state of Iowa. Most of her working years were spent in Wichita, Kansas, where she did clerical work. She and R.J. moved to Texas after retirement.Bernicehad been a resident of Granbury for 40 years before moving to Clear Fork in 2017. She and her husband beat a path in their Rock Harbor neighbor hood — traveling on foot, bikes or three wheelers. She continues to stay active since R.J. passed 12 years ago. She walks the perimeter of Clear Fork every day and enjoys the many activities available at the assisted living facility. “There’s a lot to do,” she said. “Everyone does different things. You can go and do something or stay at home.” Her small but comfortable apartment was filled with mem ories and an affirmation that Bernice wrote herself: “Help me to always be grate ful for the gift of being alive and healthy and use it to bring light and life wherever I go.” She is definitely a ray of light,
Bernice Weltha’s family applied temporary tattoo sleeves for her 100th birthday ride in December of 2021.
4 Hoopla: Spotlighting North Texans 55 And Better September 2022 so it only seemed fitting that Bernice’s 100th birthday wish would be granted last Decem ber. Loann worked with a nearby group called Iron Faith Biker Church to set up a ride for herThemother.church members were happy to attend the birthday celebration and the other resi dents at Clear Fork were excited to be a part of her big day. Bernice sported a head band and the family put temporary tattoo sleeves on her for fun. “She was ready to go!” said Loann.Thegroup, which included a police escort, took a half-hour drive around the back roads of WillowLoannPark.says she hopes the group returns this December for Bernice’s 101st birthday ride.“Shoot, she’d get on one right now,” said Loann. “Wouldn’t you?”“Anytime,” said Bernice with a smile. “Help me to always be grateful for the gift of being alive and healthy and use it to bring light and life wherever I go.” -- Bernice Weltha
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Norman doesn’t take any donations for his work. He wants everyone to know he’s not in it for the money.
Springtown resident William Norton is always ready to lend an ear. He sets up a tent almost everyday in Azle to talk to those in need of a friend. He refuses to take donations.
Years ago Norman, now 62, broke his back in a work accident and had a spinal fusion done. While off work, he discov ered he had smooth tissue cancer which had metastasized to his head. That was removed and the following year the spinal hardware was removed, but his spinal cord was nicked in the process and he has had problems ever since. “I was put on disability. My cancer came back, this time growing all around my spine, in 2019. I had it surgically removed. These, along with with other ailments have taken a toll on me physically and mentally, but I haven’t let that stop me,” he said. So, he figured if he could keep on sur viving, perhaps he could listen and offer inspiration to others needing some. Then, he came across the street corner by the li quor store, where others would set up tents to sell things on weekends. It gave him an idea. “I showed up there on May 13, 2021 and just listened -- and people just started coming,” he recalled. “It went viral on Red dit with about 33,000 reactions, as well as many other sites. I showed up the next day and people kept coming, sometimes lined up. I kept showing up every weekday, un less I have personal things to do, such as doctor’s appointments, and they keep com ing.“They have come when it was 26 degrees and sleeting and when it was 115 degrees and no wind and during light rains. I just keep showing up. They come from all over DFW and beyond, some even coming from Oklahoma.”Whatever their view, Norman doesn’t ar gue with them. He just wants to listen and help if he can - and more often than not, the listening is by itself help. “My mantra is no one can help everyone, but everyone can help someone,” he said. “It may not be sitting on a corner every day for 15 months. It may just be a meal or smile or a compliment or a word of encouragement. I try to encourage people to do something.” Norman’s work is making national news. In fact, one day he was talking to a lady on the phone with Apple Support and when he told her where he lives, she said, “There’s a guy who sits out there every day and listens to people.” He responded, “Yeah, that’s me.”
However, COVID put a stop to that, also creating a time when he himself needed someone to listen.
by Rick Mauch Hoopla Correspondent Sometimes all folks want is for someone to listen.AndWilliam Norman is more than happy to be that someone. So happy, in fact, that he can be found almost every day, regardless of weather, on a corner in Azle next to Apex Liquor listening to anyone who wants to talk. Norman has a tent set up for shade and some chairs for comfort. He is not a thera pist, psychiatrist, psychologist or such, he simply listens. “I have never had a day when no one came. Sometimes 15 to 20 will come,” he said. “I’ve even spoken to people in other states that heard about this. I’ve listened to people from age 10 to 90. Some say they have no one and that no one cares. I tell them they’re wrong because I care. That’s why I’m “Somethere.have something that they can’t tell friends or family. They say they need a stranger. I tell them that there is nobody stranger than me.” Some just want advice. Norman tells people he can give them his opinion and they can take it or leave it, either way he is going to listen. They come for so many reasons. Depres sion, drugs, suicide, cheating spouse, lone liness, anger, death, overwhelmed, jobs, al coholism, divorce, traffic, weather, politics, and he’s even helped some get jobs.
Helping folks is nothing new for Nor man. All his life he’s done some sort of volunteering, including children’s church, Sunday school teacher, youth director, song leader, scoutmaster, karate instructor, softball coach, PTO, and many years daily volunteering at his grandson’s school.
“In 2020 I went through some personal stuff that brought me to my knees. Al though few people knew what was going on I felt like no one cared. I felt alone. At least
“Someone would say, ‘That’s why he’s in it,’ and I’m not,” he said. “I do go to church. I’m a Christian, but I have no crosses put up or anything like that. I don’t judge. I’m just hear to listen and help if I can.”
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Springtown man changes lives by listening
Norman was raised in the Haltom City/ North Richland Hills area. He met his wife at the end of 1979 and they were married in 1983. After many years of going back and forth between North Richland Hills and the Azle/Springtown area, 16 years ago they moved permanently to Springtown. They have two daughters and currently raise their 16-year-old grandson, who sometimes accompanies him .
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“She had some old wood in her garage and made me a sign. I loved it,” he said, and sudden ly his plan was in action.
Norman’s plan seems to be rubbing off on others as well. “Some have come to find out how to start there own minis try, or just to share good news, or just tell me thank you. Some times they bring me a drink or food since I’m usually out there for six to nine hours each day,” he said. “I tell them that by do ing that they have just as big of a part in this as I do. I don’t believe I’m anything special. I just show up every day. “I’m blessed to be able to do it and it’s a blessing when people come back and you know you’ve helped them. Any one who knows me knows I’m a talker, but out there it’s about listening, because that’s what they need, unless they’re just wanting to have a conversa tion.”The positivity has gone both ways, Norman said. “This has changed who I am. I think I’m more accepting. It changed my whole perspec tive of people’s perspectives,” he said. “I think it’s made me a better and more caring person. I’m not sure how long I’ll keep doing it. If people keep show ing up I guess I will too.”
8 Hoopla: Spotlighting North Texans 55 And Better July 2022 that was my perspective,” he said. “But your perspective be comes your reality. “In December of that year my grandson, Kameron, who had witnessed my pain and crying and praying, said, ‘It’s a shame that no one was there when you needed them. Maybe that’s something you could do.’” Norman wondered what he could do, not being a counsel or or therapist. This stayed on his mind for months, then in May of 2021 he bought a cheap canopy. He had a couple of old lawn chairs. He asked an artist friend if he brought her some poster board could she write “Need To Talk. I’ll Listen. Con fidential/ No Judgement.”
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Watercolor Classes, taught by Weath erford Art Association, Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Weatherford Senior Center, 1220 Holland Lake Drive, Weatherford, 12:30 p.m. Free classes. Supplies provided.
Gentle Yoga at the Botanical Gardens, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Fort Worth Botanical Garden, BRIT Building - Exhibit Hall, 9 to 10 a.m., $10-$12 per class. Register at https:// fwbg.org/education/adults/ Generation Gap Band Practice, a com munity band of seniors and homeschool students, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Lake Worth Senior Center, 7005 Charbonneau Road, Lake Worth, 1:30 p.m., To join, call 817237-3281.
Craft Class for Adults, features a simple paper quilling project, Sept. 6, Weather ford Public Library, 1014 Charles Street, Weatherford, 6 p.m. Free class and sup plies.
A Tribute to Roy Orbison Sept. 9-10, Granbury Opera House, Granbury Square, Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Call 817-579-0952 for tick ets.
Lonestar Murder Mystery Dinner and Show, Sept. 3, Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Ro deo Plaza, Fort Worth, 7 p.m., Call 817624-7117 for tickets.
AARP Smart Driver’s Course, get a dis count on your auto insurance by com pleting this course, Sept. 23, Azle Senior Center, 601 Southeast Parkway, Azle, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Call 817-444-0070. Lim ited space.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Sept. 17, Heri tage Park Amphitheater, Weatherford, 8 a.m. Register at act.alz.org/weatherford
Infinite Journey: The Music of Journey, tribute band, Sept. 16-17, Granbury Op era House, Granbury Square, Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Call 817-579-0952 for tickets.
AARP Smart Driver’s Course, get a dis count on your auto insurance by com pleting this course, Sept. 12, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 5709 Wedgwood Dr., Fort Worth, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Call 817-480-0415. Limited space.
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Azle Sting Fling, parade, classic car show, vendors, wiener dog derby, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 404 W. Main Street, Free admission. Party on the Porch, explore galleries, create art, free concert by Brent Cobb. Members enjoy free bar and lite bites. Sept. 10, Amon Carter Museum, 6 to10 p.m. Visit www.carter museum.org for free tickets.
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Goodguys Lone Star Nationals, swap meet and cars for sale corral, street rods, customs, street machines and muscle cars, Sept. 16, Texas Motor Speedway, Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun day 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seeing Stars Quilt Show, auction and country store, plus a raffle, Sept. 16-17, Texas Church of God, 2240 Fort Worth Highway, Weatherford, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
Lola’s Local Farmers Market, featuring 30+ locally-grown and produced vendors, live music, bar bites and food trucks, pet friendly, Sept. 11, 2000 W. Berry Street, Fort Worth, Noon to 6 p.m., Free admission.
Fall YardSmart: Learn how to plant and protect plants in the winter. Plus free land scape consultations, first come, first serve. Sept. 17, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, 9 a.m., For more details about YardSmart, send an email to wpe@fortworthtexas.gov or visit yardsmartdepartments/water/education/https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/
Field of Flags, 343 American flags to honor firefighters who perished on 9/11. Beginning at 8:46 a.m., a bell will ring for each firefighter who perished., Sept. 11, The Shops at Willow Park, 210 Shops Blvd., Willow Park, 8:46 a.m. (flags wave until 6 p.m.)
Rollick: Art All Night, Panther City artists exhibit and sale Friday and Saturday. Ac tivities Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m., Sept 9-10 2900 Race Street, Fort Worth, Free event.
Book Club, adult readers discuss Come Fly The World by Julia Cooke, Sept. 20, Weatherford Public Library, 1014 Charles St., Weatherford, 6 to 7 p.m., Request this month’s title at the reference desk (while supplies last). Main Street Book Club, discussing The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver , Sept. 20, Azle Memorial Library, 333 W. Main Street, Azle, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Re quest this month’s title at the reference desk (while supplies last).
Lord’s Acre, car show, live music, ven dors, silent auction, bake shop, kids ac tivities, barbecue lunch, Sept. 17, Silver Creek United Methodist Church, 2200 Church Road, Azle, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission.
Bountiful Blooms Acrylics Workshop Sept. 10, Fort Worth Botanical Garden, BRIT Building - Exhibit Hall, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $100-$120. Register at https://fwbg.org/ education/adults/ Car Show, free lunch, great prizes, Sept. 10, Greenwood Baptist Church, 1504 Greenwood Cut Off Road, Weather ford, 9 a.m.
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Let’s Go Crazy Farmers Market, Sept. 17, 505 S. Oak Avenue, Mineral Wells, 8 a.m. to noon. T Graham Brown, Sept 17, Granbury Live on the Granbury Square, 7 p.m. Call 800-340-9703 for tickets. Wild West Festival and BBQ Cookoff, 200 booths, shopping, food, drinks, Sept. 17, Springtown Square, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Free admission. Weatherford Cruise Night, hotrods, street rods, muscle cars, performance & classic trucks, Sept. 17, 317 Santa Fe Drive, Weatherford, 7 p.m. Free event.
AARP Smart Driver’s Course, get a dis count on your auto insurance by com pleting this course, Sept. 21, Hector F. Garcia Community Center, 7901 Indian Springs Road, Watauga, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Call 817-514-5892. Limited space.
Fall Gallery Night, Sept. 10, Rebecca Low Sculpture Gallery, 7608 Camp Bowie West Blvd., Fort Worth, Noon to 9 p.m., Free admission.
Artful Moments for Dementia Patients and Caregivers, exploration of Amon Carter museum exhibits, hands-on activi ties, Sept. 15, Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 1:30 to 3 p.m., Register online at cartermuseum.org or call 817989-5013.
Lola’s Rock ’n’ Roll Rummage Sale, Fort Worth’s largest running outdoor monthly market featuring artists, creators and col lectors, plus music and food, Sept. 18, 2000 W. Berry Street, Fort Worth, Noon to 6 p.m. Free admission.
Spooky Spectacle Convention, includes special guest/ actor Sean Whalen, plus co splay, paranormal, horror, scifi, metaphysical, fantasy and more, Sept. 24-5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lake Granbury Confer ence Center, 621 E. Pearl St., Granbury, $5 admission. Art in the Vines, art ven dors, food truck and live music, Sept. 25, noon to 5 p.m. Pem berton Cellars Winery, 3500 Lipan Highway, Granbury. Free admission. Free trolley rides from the Granbury Square available.
Kimbell’s Family Festival and Celebration, family-friend ly films, performers, light re freshments, Oct. 8, Kimbell Art Museum, Kahn Building, 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, 1 to 7:30 p.m. Free but reservations required. Go to www.kimbellart.org and select “Calendar.” Monster Bash for all ages, costumes, cover bands, prizes, food and drink vendors, Oct. 8, Heritage Park Amphitheater, 317 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford, 7 to 10 p.m., Free admission.
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The Promise, opening night, Sept. 23, Texas Amphithe ater, 5000 Texas Dr., Glen Rose Adults $32, optional dinner bag. Shows every Friday and Saturday through Nov. 5. Call 254-897-3926.
State Fair of Texas, opening day, Sept. 30, Parking at 925 S. Haskell, Dallas Daily admis sion ticket $15-$20 at the gate. Military and first responder dis counts. Runs through Oct. 23.
Wine & Whiskey Walk, sam ples, live music, food trucks, Oct. 1, Weatherford Square, noon to 8 p.m. General tasting admission ticket $50. Craft Class for Adults, fea tures wrapped yarn or tape resists and dabbed paint in layers across canvas, Oct. 4, Weatherford Public Library, 1014 Charles Street, Weath erford, 6 p.m. Free class and supplies.
Kimbell’s 50th Anniversary Celebration: A day of special programming, birthday cake, permanent collection and exhibition tours, Oct. 4, Kim bell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft & Cork, sip, taste and mingle (21 and up), Oct. 8, Gene L. Voyles Park, Hudson Oaks, 7 to 10 p.m., Admission, $65. Presale tickets at events.hudsonoaks.comhttps://
Aledo High School, 1000 Bai ley Ranch Road, Aledo, 1 to 5 p.m. Free admission. Vendor and Craft Sale, also face painting and petting zoo for kids, plus live music, Oct. 15, Springtown tabernacle, 10 a.m. Harvest Moon Festival, cel ebrates art, crafts, food and fun, Oct. 14-16, Granbury Square.
Crazy Fossil Dig, displays, hands-on activities, history lessons about the park, guest speaker from the Dallas Pale ontological Society, Oct. 15, Mineral Wells Fossil Park, 2375 Indian Creek Road, Mineral Wells, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pioneer Festival, Oct. 1, Doss Heritage Center, 1400 Texas Drive, Weatherford, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free event.
Rides & Coffee, crazy rides, product giveaways, tech ses sions, Oct. 1, Detail Garage, 1009 Fort Worth Highway, Weatherford, 8 to 11 a.m. Free.
Christmas in Cowtown, dozens of vendors featuring jewelry, clothing, gifts, food and more, Oct. 13-16, Will Rog ers Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibit Hall, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun day 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $15 per day Reba McEntire in con cert, Oct. 14, Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery Street, Fort Worth, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tick ets can only be purchased in person at the box office or through Ticketmaster.
The Cowtown Makers Market, 60+ crafters, live DJ, food and fun, Oct. 15, Fort Worth’s Stockyards Station, The Heri tage Room, Fort Worth, 1 to 5 p.m. Rock-N-Blues Bash, featur ing Ashmore, Michael Lee, Mysterious Scoundrels, Ray Reed and Gator, Love Shack Band, plus food trucks and adult beverages, Oct. 15, War ren’s Backyard, 2901 Weather ford Highway, Granbury, 2 to 11:30 p.m. Call 817-681-9968 for ticket information. To submit events for con sideration, email 817-894-1822.hooplamagazine.comseniors@orcall
80’s Night! Concert Series, featuring hits from the 1980s by LIVE 80, food and drink ven dors, Sept. 24, 7 to 9 p.m., Heri tage Park Amphitheater, 317 Santa Fe Dr., Weatherford.
Hocus Pocus - Movie in the Park, featuring the original Hocus Po cus film, food vendors, Oct. 14, Heritage Park Amphitheater, 317 Santa Fe Dr., Weather ford at sundown, Free. Bring blankets or chairs. Aledo Fest, family fun, food and more, Oct. 15
Texas Pinners Conference and Expo, learn, create, con nect and shop the latest DIY trends inspired by creativity and passion for craft-making, Sept. 30, Oct. 1, Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lan caster Ave., Fort Worth, Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., $10 admission. Class passes $19-$29. Some classes require kits to be pur chased. Parking $10.
Vintage Market Days Cel ebration, 100+ vendors from all over the nation, Sept. 23-25, NRS Arena, 309 CR 4228, De catur, Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $15. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $10. Kids under 12 free. Birding Walk with Fort Worth Audubon Society, see, listen and learn about feathered friends and the habitat they call home, Sept. 24, Fort Worth Botanical Garden,, 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., $10-$12 per person. Register at education/adults/https://fwbg.org/
Senior Self Defense Class, for all seniors, regardless of mo bility limitations, Sept. 27, 12:30 p.m., Lake Worth Senior Cen ter, 7005 Charbonneau Road, Lake Worth, For information, call 817-237-3281.
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AgriLife Wellness in the Garden, learn how and when to plant a successful fall garden, Sept. 28, Fort Worth Botanical Garden, BRIT Building - Exhibit Hall, 6 to 7 p.m., $35-$40 per class. Register at org/education/adults/https://fwbg.
Tom Jones in concert, Oct. 1, Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, 9 p.m. Call 817-624-7117 for tickets.
When many people hear the words “estate planning,” they assume it’s just for the wealthy. But that’s not the case because everyone can benefit from an estate plan. And you’rewhencreatingone,you’llwanttoavoid some common mistakes.Beforewe look at those mis takes, let’s go over what estate planning is designed to accom plish. Essentially, an estate plan allows you to pass on your assets in the way you desire. But it can also specify other actions, such as naming someone to care for your minor children if you were no longer around. In creating an estate plan, several documents are involved, including a will, a trust, a financial power of attor ney and a medical power of at torney or a health care directive.
Avoid these estate planning mistakes
Now, let’s consider a few es tate-planning mistakes:
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• Not reviewing your plans pe riodically – Once you create your estate plans, don’t forget about them. Over time, your personal situation may change – you may experience a remarriage or bring in new children. Your interests may change, too – perhaps you’ll become deeply involved in sup porting a favorite charitable or ganization.
• Not updating beneficiary designations – Every so often, you may want to review the ben eficiary designations on your life insurance inmentioned,mentcountsinvestmentpolicies,acandretireassets.Aschangesyourlife,such as remarriage and the addi tion of new children, may affect your beneficiaries. Beneficiary designations are powerful and can even supersede your will, so you’ll want to update them as needed. Also, if you have a 529 education savings plan, you’ll want to name a successor owner.
• Not re-registering assets placed in a trust – A living trust offers you many potential bene fits, such as the ability to bypass the time-consuming and highly public process of probate when it’s time to settle your estate. However, just establishing the trust, by itself, may be insuffi cient – you likely also need to reregister assets, such as your in vestments, so they are officially owned by the trust, not by you. Here’s one other mistake –not getting the help you need. Estate planning can be complex, so you’ll want to work with an attorney, and possibly with your financial advisor and tax profes sional, too. By avoiding key mistakes and working with a qualified team of professionals, you can create and maintain an estate plan that will help you leave the legacy you desire. This article was written by Ed ward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advi sor, Mary H. McDow, 102 Hous ton Ave., Suite 203, 817-598-0882. by Mary H. McDow Edward Jones Adviser
• Not communicating your plans. You’ll need to inform your family about whom you’ve cho sen as executor – the individual who will administer your estate – and whom you’ve named as the trustee – the person who will manage your trust’s assets. (You can also choose a trust company to handle this duty.) And to help avoid unpleasant surprises when your estate is being settled, con sider letting your children or other close relatives know who will be receiving what.
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For Tyrees Allen, the most rewarding and most difficult parts of being an actor are actually one and the same—getting new work.
Allen said the role is one of his favor ites to play, and added that he does see a few similarities between himself and Pops.“We’re both men of a certain age, al though Pops is a little bit older than I am,” Allen said. “I feel like I understand him because I grew up with older guys like him; guys who, there is something very noble about them, but also very flawed about them, like most human beings.”
“It’s a terrific play,” Allen said. “It’s one of the best plays of the last 20 years, I think. It’s a really wonderfully adventur ous, well-thought out and innovative play.”According to www.stagewest.org, “Between Riverside and Crazy” tells the story of an ex-NYPD cop and recent wid ower named Walter “Pops” Washington who is stubbornly pursuing a lawsuit over an officer-involved shooting. Barely holding on to the rent-con trolled apartment he shares with his newly paroled son and motley surrogate family, he is ready to accept neither pay out nor surrender. But as tensions come to a head in a swirl of demands from family and friends, a final ultimatum from former colleagues causes Pops to draw the line and make some demands of his own.
A graduate of Marymount College in Salina with a degree in Theater Arts, Al len said he credits those early experienc es as the reason he decided to become an actor.“Istarted acting at the age of 14, and I Tyrees Allen had roles in ‘Robocop’ and’ThePerfect Host’ before moving to DFW.
A veteran of the stage, small screen and big screen, Allen said he likes to offer a bit of advice to aspiring thespians. “I always tell young actors, ‘You have to develop rhinoceros skin,’” Allen said. “You have to learn to not take things per sonally. You will be unemployed more than you will be employed...and you have to know that unemployment is not a re flection on you personally; it’s a numbers game. You have to keep your mind right and your body right, and when the op portunity comes, be ready for it.”
Veteran actor Tyrees Allen starring in Stage West production ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ by John English Hoopla Correspondent
The play runs from Aug. 18-Sept. 11 at the theatre located at 821/823 Vickery Road in Fort Worth. “I would just say strap in and enjoy the ride,” Allen said about the play. “The play wright (Stephen Adly Guirgis) is wonder ful with language, and some of it is tough language, but it’s real. It’s just a heck of a ride.”“Between Riverside and Crazy” re ceived the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
The North Texas resident, who has more than 55 television and film cred its to his name, is currently performing in “Between Riverside and Crazy” at the Stage West Theatre in August and Sep tember.Allen, 68, received the Elliot Norton Award for outstanding actor in Boston in 2018 for his role as Walter “Pops” Wash ington in the play, and said he was drawn to the role for a couple of reasons.
Allen’s passion for his craft goes back nearly 50 years. He grew up in Salina, Kansas, and was a part of a thriving community theatre scene during his early teen years.
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Tyrees Allen and Hannah Valdovinos in ‘Between Riverside and Crazy’ at Stage West.
“It really depends on the project,” Al len said. “I think plays are a little more difficult to execute at this stage of my life, because if I flub a line, I can’t just say ‘cut’ and do it over. But they all have great things about them. Now out of television and film, I personally prefer television, but artistically, the theatre is where I am at right now. That is my home.”
Allen describes himself as “semi-re tired.” and said he is not sure if he will act in any television or films in the future, but said he likes to direct, teach and mentor these days. “It would take something really spe cial for me to come back,” Allen said jok ingly. “It’s a lot of damn work!”
“When I first moved here in the 1980s, there was so much going on in Dallas and Fort Worth,” Allen said. “Stage West was sort of right in the middle of that. I did four or five plays at Stage West back in the 80s. It was always one of my favor ites. I’ve always have a good time there.”
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The Kansas native has extensive work in film, television and theatre, and said he does not really have a preference when it comes to acting.
Allen said his favorite television roles were as Warren Jacobi on “Women’s Mur der Club” and Gordan Dean on “Alias,” a villainous character whom Allen said he had no problems playing whatsoever. “It’s great,” Allen said. “That’s the most fun. Playing a villain is the most fun.” For the last 30 years, Allen has gone back to Salina every few years to direct a play as a way of giving back to his home town, but still makes his home in the DFW area.
September 2022 Hoopla: Spotlighting North Texans 55 And Better 17 learned from people who believed that there was value in acting for the art it self,” Allen said. “Nobody was making money or getting rich and famous. They were just doing it because they loved to do it, and that was what inspired me. From the moment I walked into that theater at the age of 14, I knew that was what I was going to do.” Allen first moved to the Dallas/Fort Worth area in 1980 and has spent time in Los Angeles and New York doing televi sion and film work as well. With roles in such films as “Robocop” and “The Perfect Host,” Allen said that one of the things that first drew him to North Texas was the thriving theater scene in the Metroplex.
“Someone once said that retirement is like a second childhood without adult supervision,” she said. “I see a beautiful time to learn and grow in my artistic endeavors.” Wells Strandberg
“Whatever the artistic style, the emotion of the artwork always speaks to me first,” she said. “What is the story the artist is telling me? I am inspired by a great story in an artwork, whether it is figu rative or Debra’sabstract.”husband, George, is her biggest fan. The two have been married for 44 years.
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“George encourages and supports me -- and frequently gives up large portions of house space for my art supplies and artwork!” she said.As for the future, Debra’s excited about the possibilities.
“I loved teaching children because of their curiosity, their willingness to try new materials and to experiment with artistic ideas,” said “Children’sDebra.artis always very pure and honest,” she said. “All art is a form of communication and it gives children a voice to suc ceed. For some children it is their best voice.”Since retiring in 2019, Debra devotes much of her time to her own art and a few four-legged friends. “Our home is on 12 acres called Hilltop Farm,” she said. “In addition to having time and space to do my artwork, we also own a quarter horse and three miniature donkeys. The land and our animals also keep me happy and busy.”
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The definition of out of bounds is: 1. Being beyond or passing the limits or boundar ies of a field, course, etc., mark ing the area within which the ball, puck, or the like is legally in play; 2. Beyond any estab lished boundaries or prescribed limits; prohibited; forbidden. 3. Further than or beyond estab lished limits, as of behavior or thought. If applied to the Chris tian life, when we are “out of bounds” in our Christian walk, we have crossed the line. When we get outside the lines of God’s will and protection, we are in dangerous territory, although it may not feel dangerous. We are distracted, just like a child walking in the woods who is looking at all the animals, picking flowers, not paying at tention and before they know it, they are lost and it is dark. We can get distracted in our sin like that and suddenly we find ourselves in a bad place that we cannot get out of on our own. Stepping outside the bounds will make you lose your focus and forget where you are just long enough for Satan to pull you even further. Most of the time we think of boundaries as keeping some thing out but God’s boundar ies for us are designed to keep us in – inside His will and pro tection. The river flows with the banks as its boundaries. If you want the refreshment of the river, you have to stay in the river. If you are on the banks or in the woods, you won’t get the refreshment of the river. All God’s blessings come within the boundaries He has set. We have to stay in the river of His will to receive them. There is nothing worth while or beneficial to gain outside His boundaries, but everything to lose. God uses boundaries to protect us, not inhibit us. There is nothing more freeing than having the shackles of sin removed by God and living inside His will. True freedom and abundant life is not liv ing wildly, doing anything we want to regardless of others or consequences. True abun dant life is found in the secu rity of the boundaries of God’s love and protection. There we are secure to live free and grow in Christ. There we can experience a close personal relationship with God that is more satisfying than anything outside His plan for us. Spotlighting by Lara Cook North BaptistSideChurch
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Be kind to one another, ten der-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has for given you. Ephesians 4:32 Boundaries are usually set to protect us from something. Boundaries are like rules, and rules also usually serve to pro tect someone or something in some way. God gives us a guide book in the Bible to help us fol low the rules or stay inside the boundaries. If we stay within the boundaries He gives us, we will have a more abundant life. Some people view these lim its as confining. These people have obviously not known or have forgotten the confines of sin and living in the shackles of shame. Jesus makes it clear it is not His intention to confine us to a boing life of living by His “rules”. He tells us He has come so that we can have life and have it more abundantly.
This list was originally titled “Drought-Bustin’ Fun.” Little did we know the area would receive a year’s worth of rain in one single day – less than 48 hours before we were due at press. Since we’d had a near record number of 100-degree days this summer, and no measurable rain for months, we thought a list focusing on water fun was in order. So much for planning ahead. But we have a sneaky suspicion there’s more summer heat to come. This is Texas after all. So hang onto your hat and this list of “cool” activities to evade the last of the summer heat.
The Fort Worth Water Gardens.
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2. Captain Kirk’s Tiki Cruises
Open: 10Dailya.m. Family Cruise 2 p.m. Party Cruise 7 p.m. Sunset Cruise Cost: $55 Adults (ages 13 and up) $50 Children
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Let the wind whip through your hair on Lake Granbury’s shaded, Caribbean themed tiki-cruise. The 30-foot vessel runs daily and is docked at the the Mesquite Pit restaurant. Bring your own beverages (small coolers allowed). Food is also encouraged, and riders often place to-go orders from Mesquite Pit an hour before the boat is scheduled to leave the dock. Make reservations for a cruise online at www. captkirkstikicruises.com/granbury or call 833-845-4278.
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3. Sea Life Aquarium 3000 GRAPEVINE MILLS PKWY • GRAPEVINE
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Captain Kirk’s Tiki Cruise at sunset.
Open: Daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cost: Free admission. Parking is free at streetside meters after 5 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends.
The Water Gardens is a favorite spot for tourists and lo cals. It’s a perfect place to cool off and take a picnic lunch. Located on the south end of downtown Fort Worth, the hard scape canyons and flowing water offer a quiet respite. Tabletopped stairs allow patrons to walk above the torrents to the basin without getting wet. The water features are beautiful and attract closer inspection, but please take the same pre cautions that you would at a lake or stream. Swimming and wading are not allowed.
This 45,000-square-foot aquarium, located inside of Grapevine Mills Mall, is home to thousands of aquatic crea tures and a 360-degree ocean tunnel. Grandkids, in particu lar, will love the interactive touch pools. Be aware that there are some stairs to manuever if you have a walker, wheelchair, or stroller. Check out the Rainforest Cafe inside of Grapevine Mills for more sealife and a delicious menu.
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4. The Gaylord’s Paradise Springs 1501 GAYLORD TRAIL • GRAPEVINE
There’s lots to see and do at The Gaylord Texan, includ ing a long, winding lazy river -- it’s the closest you’ll get to tubing on an actual river. You can also rent a private cabana, where food and adult beverages can be delivered from the hotel. (Paradise Springs is open to resort guests only.)
Open: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday Noon to 6 p.m. Tasty treats are served up the old-fashioned way in Glen Rose.
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The Gaylord Resort: Daily Paradise Springs: Daily through Sept. 5. Weekends Sept. 6 - Oct. 9. Cost: Admission to the water park is included with the room price; however, there are upcharges for extras.
The lazy river at The Gaylord Texan’s Paradise Springs.
The hotel itself also boasts several indoor garden atri ums, four restaurants, culinary events, scavenger hunts, es cape rooms, and trivia nights. An events center by the hotel hosts many acts, like Cirque du Soleil a, and there’s always live music at the Glass Cactus night club next door. Check the website for the most up-to-date events.
5. Shoo-Fly Soda Shop
102 WALNUT STREET • GLEN ROSE
Sea Life Aquarium at Grapevine Mills Mall. COURTESY
If you want an old-fashioned soda fountain that also makes delicous banana splits and shakes, you’re going to have to take a little drive to Glen Rose. We couldn’t find anything else like it in the DFW area. Grab a stool and belly up to the bar for an afternoon treat or a full meal. The Little Richard fried bologna and cheese sandwich or the Rockin’ Reuben sound good. If you crave a healthier option, the Marilyn Monroe wedge salad is a good choice. The full menu is available on the website at http://shoo-fly-soda-shop.com. There’s also a homemade and old-fashioned candy selection as well as a variety of cards and gifts.
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Aquarium Open: Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $23 per person at the door. No admission cost for children under age 2. Purchase tickets online for a discount ed rate.
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