havano February 2020
A publication exclusively for the residents of Shavano Park
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I M P O RTA N T L O C A L
CIT Y COUNCIL, SHAVANO PARK
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Sponsor I N D E X Neighborhood
This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a trusted neighborhood vendor to use. Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the businesses sponsoring the publication. These local businesses are proud to partner with you and make this magazine possible. Please support these businesses and thank them for supporting the publication! ACCOUNTING / BUSINESS CONSULTING Steven Bankler CPA (210) 691-3133 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING 1st Choice Heating & Air Conditioning (210) 225-3033 ATTORNEY Ezzell & Associates PC (210) 544-5757 AUTO REPAIR Chad Miller Auto Care (210) 558-6661 AUTO REPAIR & TIRES Belden’s Automotive & Tires (210) 366-1122 CATERING AND SPECIAL EVENTS Spice of Life Catering - The Veranda (210) 366-1220 CUSTOM MILLWORK Guido Companies (210) 344-8321 DANCE CENTER Dance Center of San Antonio (210) 462-7660 DENTIST Family Dentistry of San Antonio (210) 696-0667 DERMATOLOGIST Ross Dermatalogy (210) 225-2769
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DRY CLEANERS Cowboy Cleaners (210) 341-5555
HARDWARE Johnny Chuoke’s Hardware (210) 341-1573
Culpepper Cleaners (210) 684-2231
HEALTH CARE CENTER CommuniCare Health Centers (210) 233-7000
EMERGENCY ROOM Prestige Emergency Room (210) 504-4837
HEALTH SPA Oasis Cryo & Health Spa (210) 388-8461
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY CLEANING Allegiance Environmental Services (210) 467-9296
INTERIOR DESIGN Betsy Homan Interior Design (210) 824-2035
EYE CARE/SURGERY Eye Associates of South Texas (210) 342-2020
LAW FIRM Clausewitz Law Firm (210) 762-6422
FAMILY DOCTOR Shavano Family Practice (210) 561-2422
MASSAGE THERAPY Elements Therapeutic Massage (210) 541-4050
Texan Family Clinic (210) 562-3125
MATTRESSES Cantwell Mattress Company (210) 824-0201
FENCING Alamo Fence Company (210) 566-6816 FINANCIAL CONSULTING Empower Wealth Advisors (210) 367-6937 Platinum Wealth Solutions (210) 789-2003 FLOORING & TILE Sunn Carpets Flooring America (210) 349-7866
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REALTORS Joyce Klein Realtors (210) 691-2200
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REMODELER Clear Choice (210) 377-0259
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RESTAURANT Paesanos (210) 493-1604
SEPTIC SERVICES PS Septic Supply & Service (830) 850-0080
PHOTOGRAPHER Debbie Weber Photography (210) 573-7466
Papouli’s Greek Grill (210) 735-1300
TRAVEL AGENCY Expedia Cruiseship Centers (210) 892-3003
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Publisher’s Note
Dear Shavano Park Friends and Neighbors, As we jump into a new year, a new season, and perhaps new resolutions … one thing you might consider for 2020 is embracing the wonderful community of Shavano Park. If you’re like me, the closer you are to something the more you sometimes tend to take it for granted. Shavano Park is one of San Antonio’s best-kept secrets…spacious country-style lots, oak trees, deer and other wildlife everywhere, easy access to retail shops, restaurants, medical centers …and some of the best people in the world. Whether you are new to the area or have been around a while, please take note of the many organizations, activities, and events you can be a part of. Check out the Women’s Club, financial club, Bunco groups, dining-out groups, book clubs, etc. I usually host one fun event each month for our neighbors and magazine partners. If you need additional information on any of these please reach out to me, or any one of the ladies on our Shavano Living staff, listed in the front of each publication. Inside this issue of Shavano Living you’ll discover: … tennis champ Margaret McFarland … avid reader Anna McFarland, and also a great tennis player at Clark HS … Jamie and Ashley Blair and their two adorable children … Linda and Art Chavez and their trip of a lifetime to Italy … Jeanne Rubin, making a difference with pet organization PAWS … and much more. Please remember to refer to the Sponsor Index for services, products, medical facilities, and doctors. These are businesses that support Shavano Park and make it possible for you to get this special magazine each month delivered to your mailbox. Lastly, if you own or run a business and would like information on promoting your business to your Shavano Park neighbors each month, please call me.
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Shavano Park Book Club By Dana Orihel SP Book Club members enjoyed a lively discussion of Beartown by Fredrik Backman on Thursday, December 5. The club will resume in February to review Women in Sunlight by Frances Mayes.
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Shavano Park Lunch Bunch By Glenda Bibb Lunch Bunch ladies enjoyed a holiday lunch at the home of Glenda Bibb on December 11.
Shavano Park Bunco Babes By Glenda Bibb In December, the Shavano Park Bunco Babes enjoyed Bunco and lunch, followed by a gift exchange, in the home of Barbara Janssen. (l-r) Hosts: Fitzpatricks, Holzhauers, Cooleys
Bentley Manor Dining Group By Christine Rhodes Sandy and Phil Cooley hosted the last Bentley Manor Dining Group of 2019. An hour of drinks, appetizers, and conversations was enjoyed before the group was off to Luce Ristorante for dinner in the private dining/wine room. Thank you to the Cooleys, Fitzpatricks, and Holzhauers for arranging this.
Bentley Manor Bunco Group By Jolanda Bradley The Bentley Manor ladies enjoyed the November Bunco at the residence of Alma Saenz and celebrated December Bunco at the annual holiday Christmas party hosted by Kathy Schwesinger.
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Implants ∙ Dentures ∙ Root Canal ∙ Braces Invisalighn ∙ Tooth-colored fillings ∙ Wisdom teeth Teeth whitening ∙ Gum disease treatment
Shavano Park Women’s Club By Diane Struve Decorating City Hall SPWC members gathered at City Hall on November 21 to “deck the hall” for the holidays. They brought new ornaments, which reminded them of Shavano Park, for the Christmas tree recently purchased for the city hall foyer.
Holiday Party Poinsettias, luminarias, and twinkling lights greeted 60 members and guests at our “Ho Ho Ho-liday” festivity at the inviting home of Dick and Diane Gomez of Bentley Manor on Dec. 8. Many thanks to the Gomezes and SPWC board members for hosting this special event! Mark your calendars for our annual Shavano Park Employee Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, January 23, around 11:30, at City Hall. Happy New Year, Y’all!
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Around Town Clausewitz Law Office Grand Opening Shavano Park resident and lawyer Tiffanie Clausewitz recently celebrated the grand opening of the Clausewitz Law Firm with friends and family.
Pilgrim’s Pantry Thanksgiving For Pilgrim’s Pantry, Thanksgiving Day began at 3:30 am, after three days of prep and pre-cooking. By 10:30 am on Thanksgiving, with the help of many giving volunteers, fresh, hot Thanksgiving meals were delivered to four different southside locations in San Antonio. At each of those locations, many more smiling volunteers served a lovingly prepared Thanksgiving dinner consisting of turkey and gravy, fresh-baked cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans with bacon, homemade yeast dinner rolls, fresh-baked apple cobbler, and fresh-baked pumpkin pie. Meals were delivered to individuals and families, allowing them to celebrate Thanksgiving Day.
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Looking around on Thanksgiving Day, it was hard to tell whether there were more smiles from the volunteers, or from the individuals being served. By the end of that day, Pilgrim’s Pantry had delivered over 1,400 meals to those four southside locations, to the Bunkhaus (a men’s homeless shelter), and to Outcry in the Barrio, a local addiction rehabilitation center. “It is our hope that we brought a little happiness to many of our San Antonio residents this Thanksgiving holiday,” said Mary Alice Ezzell. “Thank you for your support.” Mike and Mary Alice Ezzell and the Board of Directors of Pilgrim’s Pantry.
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NEWS Name: Jackson Sourbeer Grade: Sixth Parents: Kelley and Chip (Stepdad) Havemann School: Hobby Middle Neighborhood: Shavano Creek
If you were a teacher at your school, what subject would you teach? I would teach math. Give a shout out to one of your favorite teachers. What do you like about his/her class? My favorite teacher ever is Mrs. Beierle. She was my fourth-grade teacher at Blattman. She was also nice to everyone! My favorite teacher at Hobby is Ms. Franco; she is my Pre-AP math teacher. I like how she teaches us – she is very patient and doesn’t ever get upset.
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What do you enjoy most about school? I enjoy seeing my friends. What sports and/or clubs do you participate in? I play select baseball for a team called the Helotes Cyclones! We are currently second in our league! What school events or fundraisers are happening or coming up? We just finished a band fundraiser. If you could choose a career right now, what would it be? Pediatric surgeon Hobbies/Special interests? I love to play baseball. My goal is to play on the baseball team when I get to Clark. I also play percussion for the sixth-grade Hobby Band. What is your favorite book? I used to love reading the Timmy Failure series. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would go to Los Angeles, CA, to see all the sights.
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featured family By Jamie Blair
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Ashley and I have resided in Shavano Park since the winter of 2012. We’ve raised our two children, Hadley (5) and Landon (2) so far here in Shavano Park and love the country feel within the big city that it provides. Our one dog is not only part of the family but the neighborhood, too. Most neighbors often times find Hurley roaming the streets looking to make new friends!
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I really enjoy living in the San Antonio area because of its “homey” feel and commonalities to where I grew up in Katy, TX, and what I experienced. Years of traveling to San Antonio from the Houston area to visit family is what attracted me to San Antonio after graduating from Texas State University in 2009. The local atmosphere and comfortability of “home” are what Ashley loves about San Antonio. She was born and raised here and attended Churchill High School. Knowing how important a great foundation and environment is, Ashley had the desire to move back to San Antonio after we met at Texas State in 2007 and graduated in 2009. It was a match made in heaven! Both of our parents now live here in San Antonio, as well. We own and run a sports and recreation center here in San Antonio called Force Sports Center. And we also run San Antonio’s largest volleyball club, San Antonio Force Volleyball Club, and manage over 400 players between operations in San Antonio, Houston, and the Woodlands. We work together on a daily basis and are able to do what we love: work with children, work together, and be involved in something we both are truly passionate about. Within Force Sports Center, Ashley runs a boutique and embroidery business and focuses on women’s fashion clothing and jewelry, aside from the personalization. Her boutique bodes the name Hadley Ashley’s Boutique and she has run it online and in-store since 2012. We’re also partners in the Stray Grape Urban Winery (located at 281 and Thousand Oaks) and have enjoyed building that business for about a year now. Stop by and see us! We really enjoy spending time with each other. We both are very grounded with our faith and “family first” foundation. We are parishioners at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Stone Oak. Our children, Hadley and Landon, are what drive us to be better people and parents every day. Vacations with the kids to the beach, getaway weekends, and even attending some tournaments for work now and then are where the four of us have made some of the best memories over the years.
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Taking the kids to Spurs games, high school sporting events, and shopping are some of our favorites as well. Oftentimes, food is a big deal with us! You will typically catch us eating out at Willie’s, Longhorn Café, La Hacienda de los Barrios, or Pericos (all of which are family-friendly with playgrounds). Creating new memories with the kids is what we look forward to the most during a typical week. Coming home to the kids running and giving us hugs is probably the most rewarding/gratifying thing we encounter on a daily basis. As time goes on and the kids grow up, we aspire to start a nonprofit to assist underprivileged youth in sports with a different vision than what they currently have. One day, we both hope to be able to provide half the experience we were given by our parents.
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home matters By Trudy Chuoke Lesage
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New Year I want to share with you a great line of products. They are reasonably priced, professional quality, and perform well every time. Zep has been around since 1937 and I keep their products on my shelves and in my home, for all those reasons. I want to talk to you about three cleaners, which will help you take care of some annoying problems. Do you have an AC vent on the ceiling that is dirty? Usually, the dirt is around the vent bleeding out to the ceiling material. If you touch the area around the vent it starts flaking off and that’s a whole new problem. Zep Mold and Mildew Stain Remover is usually sold for removing mildew around the tub and shower. I like it because it requires No Scrubbing! It’s because of the “no scrubbing” rule that it is perfect for cleaning around AC vents. First, place plastic and paper under the vent. Then spray the vent and let it drip dry. Even though you will be tempted to scrub around the vent, don’t. Zep works without your help. The vent will dry white and leave the area looking clean and fresh. If you have colored grout around the tub and shower, it is hard to find products that will clean without stripping the color from the grout. Most products that clean mildew also are bleach-based … and we all know what bleach can do to a colored shirt. It will have the same effect on the colored grout. Zep makes Grout Cleaner and Brightener. This Zep product will deep clean grout lines and remove old stains while not affecting the color. It has a unique spray top that will allow you to squirt cleaner across the tub. You won’t have to get down on your hands and knees. Stand, squirt … no scrubbing required. If I could put a “smiley face” after that sentence, I would. If you have someone sick at your home, you know how fast everyone else can get sick, too. We are accustomed to using Lysol to get rid of germs. We spray, we wipe, and we assume that we just annihilated every little germ on the surface … like the Terminator. But not so. Lysol requires the surface to stay wet for a long time before you kill any germs. Try not to look shocked. Zep makes Quick Clean Disinfectant. It will kill 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria in 5 seconds. This is great for people who
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have the flu or flu-like symptoms. And this is what I think is best about Zep Quick Clean. Many of you know that I had cancer about 12 years ago. Treatment is tough on the immune system and if you get around anyone that has a renegade germ ... you are going to get what they have. So you learn that staying at home is best. But what if you can’t? What if you have to go to work? Zep Quick Clean would at least keep the surfaces clean. Read the label on the Quick Clean. There are so many places to use it around the house and at work. You can even use it around pets. It’s really a great product. This is your “countdown to Christmas.” Stay tuned for the next segment next week. Oh, and if you need a quick “stocking stuffer,” don’t forget about The Best of Johnnie Chuoke, Vol 11. It has all the hints that we write about each week. It’s great for the new homeowner!
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Now to the email … Question: Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving! Somewhere I heard there is something you can put down your toilet to kill roots in the line. Do you know what the product is and where I can purchase it? Answer: Zep makes Root Kill. It’s made of copper sulfate and comes in a 2 lb. container. You will need to put half of the container in at night and flush. Leave that toilet alone for the evening. The next night you need to put the other half in and flush. Again leave the toilet alone for the evening. And that’s it! It kills hairline roots that invade your pipes. Left alone, small hairline roots will grow and break pipes. Use Root Kill at the first sign of reduced water flow. Call me if you can’t locate Root Kill.
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Car Care Corner By Rusty Belden
Unfortunately, we meet many of our customers on a day that everything seems to be going wrong. An alarm clock was missed, the traffic was worse than usual, or a situation at work went south. And then … the car breaks down. Few of us budget, much less plan, for a vehicle to break down. We are caught unprepared for both the time away from the vehicles we use every day, and for the financial strain of unexpected vehicle repairs. Not only can car repair be frustrating, but it can also be confusing. For those not technical or without car know-how, one often feels anxious about information received concerning complicated vehicle repairs. Our family at Belden’s strives to educate our customers, allowing them to make the best decision. Our service advisors aim to speak in the simplest of terms so as not to overwhelm the customer with auto repair jargon they are likely to not understand, as today’s vehicles and components can be complicated.
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Belden’s Automotive & Tires is about relationships. When a customer walks in the door, he or she will be greeted warmly, and our trained service advisors will assist in getting the customer the best assistance possible; customer service is our highest priority. For those fitting a repair into his/her busy workday, we offer free Wi-Fi, comfortable waiting rooms with fruit, coffee, flat-screen TVs, and reading material and work stations. Our goal is to make the time spent as relaxed and comfortable as possible. At Belden’s, not only do we offer complimentary pick-up or dropoff shuttle service, but we also provide discounted rental support for customers in need of short-term transportation. Additionally, Belden’s is proud of our 24-month, 24,000-mile Nationwide warranty, ensuring that our customers are taken care of in the event that additional repair is needed. Because Belden’s Automotive & Tires understands that auto repair can be a major stressor, our goal is to create the best possible experience during our customer’s time of need. We understand that there are multiple options when it comes to finding a repair facility – Belden’s wants to be your neighborhood garage! We are proud to be your one-stop-shop for all your automotive needs – we are Your Dealer Alternative! We are here to help during those frustrating breakdown moments. Look us up on the web at beldensautomotive.com or call one of our friendly service advisors and ask about our monthly special. Buckle up, Drive Safe and Remember at Belden’s Automotive & Tires, “We Keep You Rolling!”
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travel tales By Linda Chavez
Italy Roman Forum
Ciao! My husband, Art, and I embarked on our dream trip to Italy to celebrate our milestone birthdays. Meticulously planned by Expedia CruiseShip centers in Alon, we celebrated for seventeen days eating amazing food, seeing breathtaking masterpieces, visiting UNESCO sites, and enjoying the people of one of the most beautiful countries on this planet. We visited 26 towns and five regions, thanks to private-guided tours, day trips, and personal drivers, who would tailor the tours to our preferences. We began our trip in Rome. Obviously, our time in this city was spent visiting the Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, the Ancient Roman Forum, and the Colosseum. But the hidden gems were the amazing Catholic Basilicas scattered throughout the city. We also visited the Borghese gallery, home of famous paintings and sculpture masterpieces. With a private guide, we traveled to Assisi, the birthplace and final resting place of St. Francis of Assisi. In Orvieto, we strolled the narrow streets and saw artisans crafting beautiful woodwork, pottery, and fabrics. Our lunch was as though we were invited into the private home of “Carlo,” where we enjoyed some of the best food Italy had to offer. Our guide, Mauro, was knowledgeable, accommodating, and had a deep knowledge of the historical significance of both of these places. After a high-speed train to Naples, and a tour of historic Pompeii, we enjoyed three days on the Amalfi Coast, one of my favorite places in Italy. We visited Amalfi, Ravello, and Positano, with our private guide, Fabrizio. Our home base was Sorrento, which is a definite return site. Overlooking the Gulf of Naples in the Tyrrhenian Sea, we were treated to one of the most stunning views from our hotel to enjoy aperitifs and fabulous wine. We also ventured to Capri and Anacapri via ferry from Sorrento. Siena was our next stop. This quiet town, home of the famous Palio, steep cobblestone streets and ancient walls, offered a much-needed respite. We were able to recharge in this quaint city. We saw many beautiful cathedrals across Italy, but the Siena Cathedral took our breath away.
ily-owned wineries. As one would expect, the tastings resulted in shipping some of Italy home – wine, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and honey – giving us a little taste of our trip right here in Shavano Park. We departed to Florence to view the incredible masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery. With many people in the museum, our private guide was able to navigate the museum quickly, ensuring we saw the highlights. The Accademia, featuring Michelangelo’s David, was just as crowded, however, we got an opportunity to view this enormous masterpiece up close to appreciate the enormity and detail of this perfect sculpture. Day trips from Florence included Pisa and Lucca. Pisa is crowded with tourists taking the obligatory photo of pushing or holding the leaning tower, but we found Lucca to be more suited to our tastes – less tourists and more time to stroll. Our trip was coming to a close, but not before we visited the Cinque Terre. We walked narrow passageways on steep inclines, stairs and hiking trails to see beautiful views of the Ligurian Sea. We decided
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against hiking and opted for a ferry between towns, where we enjoyed the freshest calamari I have ever tasted. Our final destination on the Italian Riviera was Rapallo, ending our trip at a lovely seaside hotel. The town’s promenade along the water’s edge was the perfect place to power walk or simply rest with a cup of Italian coffee and people watch – which is what we did after an amazing and active trip. This was truly a trip of a lifetime. Italy has my heart. Ciao!
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Margaret McFarland Playing tennis from the age of 7, Margaret McFarland achieved the win for the Northside District Championship in singles tennis for middle school. She started playing tennis in Germany, where her father was stationed when he was in the U.S. Army. The daughter of Craig and Cris McFarland, residents of Shavano Park, returned to the U.S. when she was 11. She started taking lessons and “got serious” about playing at the Shavano Park Tennis Club. She moved over to the Tennis Park at Whispering Oaks for her training. Her coach, Scott Wilber, has influenced her play. “He’s a great role model, giving good feedback on mistakes, correcting in a good manner and he’s caring,” states Margaret. Margaret was named Outstanding Athlete of the Year for 2018-19 at Hobby Middle School and has joined her sister, Anna, playing tennis for Clark High School as a freshman. Her practice is intense. She plays two hours per day, four days a week, with tournaments on the weekends during the school
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year. During the summer, practices are 10:30 am- 3 pm with weekend tournaments. Her discipline and dedication pay off. She enjoys playing singles, but if she plays doubles, her partner is her sister, Anna. She not only plays tennis but also runs track. She runs the 400-meter and participates in the triple jump and long jump. She placed fourth in the 400 at District in 2019 and second in the triple jump and the long jump at District. Her favorite classes in school are science, history, and math. She has maintained an all “A” average in middle school and is a member of the National Junior Honor Society. When not on the court or track, Margaret enjoys family time watching movies, TV, and “hanging out” with her family. Her future plans include going to college and obtaining a medical degree so she can become a doctor. When referring to tennis, she states, “Playing tennis gives me confidence and a sense of relaxation – it allows me to be me.” February 2020 • Shavano Living
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“What I love about reading is its ability to take me on a journey. Through reading you are able to travel all over the world and experience adventures that would not be possible in the real world,” states Anna McFarland.
Anna is a voracious reader, enjoying both fiction and nonfiction books. She likes realistic fiction and fantasy. One of her favorites is Mortal Instrument, which is about a dystopian society. She also enjoys biographies and enjoyed If I Stay, a two-book series that features a main character, deciding to stay with stepparents, after her own had been killed. Reading has been instrumental in Anna’s educational development. This sophomore at Clark High School is ranked 29 out of over 700 students, currently. Her favorite classes are English and biology. She plans on attending college, hopefully, the University of Miami in Florida. Her parents, Craig and Cris, both graduated from the University of Miami and she has family that live there. She wants to study biology and enter medical school. Anna serves as the Secretary for the Class of 2022 Student Council. One of the goals of the class is to raise money for their senior prom. “It’s exciting to find ways to raise money,” claims Anna. They work concession stands at the basketball and softball games, sell beaded bracelets (some school colored, silver and black) and t-shirts. Anna plays on the varsity tennis team at Clark High School. She plays singles most of the time, and occasionally doubles. She placed second in singles tennis at the Northside District tournament her freshman year. She has a tough practice schedule, playing 5-7 pm, Monday through Thursday and tournaments on the weekend. One of her favorite experiences so far is during Clark’s recent district tournament in October 2019 when the deciding match fell on Anna’s shoulders in a third-set tiebreaker. After a three-hour singles match, she pulled out a win for the team and secured the 29th straight District Championship! The whole tennis team was rooting for her to win. “I love playing tennis. It gives you an opportunity to test yourself and your abilities,” adds Anna. Enjoying time with family, especially at the beach, is so memorable. “My 16th birthday dinner with my family in Miami was a great memory. My Uncle made me a tennis ball cake because second to reading, I adore tennis.” She wants to study medicine because her dad is an anesthesiologist and serves as her inspiration! February 2020 • Shavano Living
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business sen$e By Steven Bankler, CPA, Shavano Park Resident
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Loaning money to family and friends is a tricky business for many reasons. Taxes are among them. Funds received as proceeds of a loan aren’t taxable if the borrower is expected to pay it back. However, the moment some or all of the debt is forgiven (doesn’t need to be paid back), the IRS will want its cut. This is true for loans from banks and other business entities — including foreclosures, repossessions, voluntary transfers of property to lenders, property abandonment, and mortgage modifications — as well as good-faith loans between family and friends. Don’t be caught off-guard by unexpected income taxes when this happens. Instead, keep the following tips in mind, both as a potential lender or a borrower. Pay attention to your mail An indication of a canceled debt larger than $600 would be the
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arrival of Form 1099-C. Any institution or creditor that forgives a debt of that size is required to submit the form to both the borrower and the IRS. If the borrower disagrees with what the form states, it’s essential to work with the lender to correct it before tax time. Also, keep in mind that entities may send the form to the IRS but overlook sending the borrower a copy. Just because a borrower didn’t receive notification doesn’t mean the IRS wasn’t informed. Structure the loan carefully Sometimes the IRS won’t wait for the cancellation of debt (COD) to determine a loan is taxable. This can happen when a loan more closely resembles a tax-sheltered sale or gift. A sale, for instance, can easily be triggered when property passes between interrelated businesses. A sale is also triggered when the property is seized to help satisfy a debt. When it comes to gifts, the IRS is quick to scrutinize family “loans” that are loosely structured. For family loans to pass the tax-free test, they should be well documented with a promissory note and a fixed repayment schedule that includes interest and/or principal and no pre-arranged schedule for forgiveness (or pay-back-whenyou-can). They should also be valued at the market rate, which means the rate should be set at or above the Applicable Federal Rate (AFR) that was in effect when the loan originated. Consider your options Loans between family members are a great tool to help loved ones get ahead. Don’t be afraid to consider them, but also be smart about them. It’s important to work with a tax professional to ensure any nontraditional loans you consider are 1) necessary and 2) structured appropriately to avoid excessive taxes. For instance, you might find that the constraints of a loan can be avoided if the inter-family money exchange falls below the annual gift tax threshold. Other tax-free exclusions can be made for canceled debts that involve the borrower’s main home or mortgage, particularly for those who had their mortgage debt canceled in 2016. Additional exclusions might apply to loans associated with second homes, rental or business property, credit card debt, or car loans. For instance, if the taxpayer is insolvent both before and after the debt forgiveness, then the debt will not be taxable. However, it’s usually up to you — the taxpayer — to prove these circumstances should cancel your debt. Don’t assume the IRS will turn a blind eye when a loan is forgiven and also don’t assume the IRS will consider these exclusions without your persistence.
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Universally, almost all special occasions and events are enhanced with some type of musical performance. Music in all cultures also plays a prominent role as an outlet for a soulful expression of emotions. Music stimulates our intellectual processes and especially our natural creative abilities. It is a skill acquired over a period of time that can be shared and enjoyed for a lifetime. At Texas Strings, founder, Dr. Angela Wright knows it is important that the student enjoy their musical experience by being able to play the kind of music that appeals to them or is familiar to them. Holiday music, movie music, and classical music are great examples of musical genres that are gratifying and fun to play, and gives the student confidence when performing for family, friends, and the community. Texas Strings provides opportunities at recitals and community events for students to demonstrate their talent and to gain confidence in performing for others. Lessons at Texas Strings begin with the introduction of basic musical concepts and techniques tailored to the individual’s maturity level. Generally, a basic beginner level book is provided to the student. The instructor and student will move forward through the beginner level book together at a pace that is comfortable yet challenging for the student. The beginner level book will help the student build their foundation of music reading and music theory concepts. Learning sessions also include activities where students can compose music. Wright realizes how important it is to make choosing a musical instrument a positive experience. Students may come to the studio with a choice of instrument in mind or they may want assistance and recommendations on choosing an instrument. Texas Strings has introductory programs where a student will receive both a demonstration of their preferred instrument and other instruments that may be good alternatives. Also offered to the student is a brief overview of the role that certain instruments may play as solo, accompaniment, or orchestral participants in the musical world in order to help them choose an appropriate instrument. Depending upon the students’ physical size, eye/hand coordination capability, and intellectual maturity, specific instruments may be recommended to start their musical education, however, ultimately the decision is left to the student and parents to choose the instrument. The student’s buy-in on choosing the instrument will ultimately influence their determination in learning to play the instrument.
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Jeanne grew up in Houston and earned her accounting degree from the University of Texas at Austin. She worked as a CPA in various positions, starting at Ernst & Whinney in 1981 and then in many industries full- and part-time, specializing mostly in tax and financial accounting. She married the “love of her life,” Jay Rubin, who she met as a freshman at UT; he is an ophthalmologist at Eye Clinics of South Texas. They have two sons and one daughter: Brian, the oldest, is an anesthesiologist living here in Shavano Park with his wife, Betsy, and son, Theo. Robyn, a CPA, lives with her husband, Austin, in Dallas, and their youngest son, Bobby, is a Hedge Fund Analyst in New York. Jeanne heard about the PAWS organization from a friend and “loved what it accomplished.” Pets Are Wonderful Support is a nonprofit volunteer organization that trains, certifies, and places therapy dog teams in the greater San Antonio area. Members volunteer their time to encourage, support, and comfort people. Their mission is to improve human health and well being by promoting mutually beneficial relationships with animals and using them as examples of God’s unconditional love. Jeanne felt this was an adventure she wanted to be involved in, so she and Pebbles, her Maltese, were interviewed and accepted into the program. Their PAWS certification was received after a six-week training class, mastering rules and commands, and passing a final test.
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