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am. SOBA Fall Expo is coming up quick and we want to see the community come out and support their local businesses. October 5, 2016 Johnson HS Cafeteria! Help Johnson HS Student Council raise as much money as they can. The proceeds of Expo benefit the Student Council, giving them the opportunity to raise up to $3000.00! Is anyone but me ready for fall? These 100 plus temperatures need to go ahead and make way for the cool fall mornings and breezy afternoons. We had a slight reprieve at the end of August with all that rain, but honestly 3 full months of heat and I am cooked. I ask that you keep the flood victims in your thoughts and prayers as Louisiana once again recovers from severe flooding and devastating loss. Here’s to all the students making their way back into the classrooms, others who have left the nest for college and of course to Football. Enjoy September and everything it brings!

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ou know what time it is? FOOTBALL! Already this year has started off amazing with our HS Football teams. On August 27, 2016 Brandeis HS and Johnson HS met on the field for a cause. During their annual Varsity match-up the organizations asked fans to bring a jar of peanut butter to donate to Snack Pak 4 Kids setting the tone for an amazing season with some outstanding players. This is Texas and we do love football and of course Homecoming. September is the month that high school girls are out in droves searching for that perfect Homecoming dress. If you went to high school anywhere in this great state, you know how big of a deal the dress is. For all you freshmen out there; welcome to the world of “Friday Night Lights”, Homecoming King and Queen and mums! (If you don’t know what a mum is I suggest some research stat). If you are looking to attend the games over at Johnson, you can find their schedule on page 13! Back to school also means back to Winter Celebration for the staff here at Welcome Home. We are moving ahead with all the planning for the largest toy drive in San Antonio. With some pretty amazing surprises this year. Check out the latest information on page 7 and page 15. North Central Baptist Hospital is Co-Hosting the event with Living Through Giving SA. They have just finished up their annual Backpack Drive “We Got Your Back” collecting well over 500 backpacks again this year. Winter Celebration will be held at the hospital on December 3 starting off with a parade at 10

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t’s true. Money simply doesn’t buy what it used to. Just the other day, my mother called to inform me she was going to Hawaii in a couple of days and she was appalled to find she must bring her own pillow. Airlines, she explained, are trying to save money and will no longer be supplying them. As I finish cleaning my toilet, my first thought is, of course, “Hello?! Let’s look at the big picture. You’re going to HAWAII!” But after some thought, it occurred to me that this truly was a disturbing trend. If memory serves, the first to go was the gourmet Chicken Cordon Bleu with baby asparagus smothered in mushroom gravy, to be replaced with a sack lunch, like a kid going on a field trip to the zoo. These were quickly replaced by bags of peanuts, presumably, to feed the elephants upon your arrival at the zoo. Now it’s the pillows and blankets. What next? BYO toilet paper? Flashlight to read by? A stadium seat to slide onto the benches that have replaced the plush, padded seats? And don’t forget your armband floaties! Benches do not make the best flotation devices in case of an emergency water landing. Comforting… What if other industries were to follow this trend? My beauty salon would sport a sign that says: “Professional Style and Cut-$658. OR, I could opt for the Trim With Handheld Weed-whacker by Outof-Work Gardener-5 bucks. How about the field of education? “Johnny, this is the

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third time this week you have forgotten your Porta-Desk. And where is your lunch? You know the school doesn’t provide lunch any longer.” “Yes, ma’am, but my parents say they don’t provide lunch any longer either. Something about ‘teaching the evil government a lesson’ or some such thing and the word ‘martyr’ came up more than once. I don’t really know what it all means.” I dread the day I am at McDonalds with my grandson. “That’s one Happy Meal, KA-CHING! Your total is $23.50.” What!? I can’t afford that! “Not to worry, ma’am,” he says (still smiling). If you brought your own ketchup, don’t need a straw and we leave out the toy, you can have our Not As Happy As It Used To Be Meal for 8 bucks!” Perhaps it won’t come to that but just to be safe, moms, you better buy a bigger purse. Debby “still stoops down to pick up a penny” Seguin can be reached at writewell62@gmail.com.

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The Countdown To Winter Celebration BEGINS

rab your mittens, mufflers, and galoshes! It’s time for the Stone Oak Winter Celebration featuring AirLIFE Santa sponsored by Welcome Home Community Newspaper and North Central Baptist Hospital benefitting Living Through Giving SA. If you don’t own these cold weather accessories (or even know what they are), don’t worry! You may only need them to enjoy the REAL SNOW that will be available on Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. All the other fabulous and fun activities will probably not require a separate wardrobe to enjoy –there are ALOT of things to do! The day will kick off with a parade at North Central Baptist Hospital. There will be tons of special guests joining our parade! After the parade, the Master of Ceremonies himself, the Big Guy In Red, the Commander in Chief of toy making and cookie baking… SANTA, the one and only, will make his grand entrance from the skies. No, not with his reindeer (they’re union and have strict working hours) but in the North Central Baptist Hospital AirLIFE helicopter! It will be a sight to see! After the parade, head to the many booths for an array of activities that are sure to delight every member of your family. There will be face painting and cookie decorating, a moon bounce and of course, REAL SNOW to throw at your best friend or your siblings. Other exciting options include the mini choo-choo train rides, mini carnival rides and much more. Does all of this fun make you hungry? No

problem. We have many food vendors from Smokey Mo’s BBQ, Chick-fil-A, Funnel Cakes, and more to keep you energized. Several of North Central Baptist doctors will be available to meet, greet and answer any questions you may have about keeping your family safe and healthy. There will be free medical tests such as cholesterol screening, BMI, glucose tests, a free risk analysis, and more. Along with food and fun, there will be a variety of talented groups to entertain you with all manner of holiday song and dance. You will get a chance to see many of our favorite local elementary, middle and high school groups perform as well as some area performing arts organizations. Don’t miss Heather Stolle’s School of Dance, San Antonio Dance Academy, and Bush Middle School’s Pop Ensemble. They are all outstanding! You will not want to miss a single note, tap, or twirl. Besides all the food, entertainment and fun, the most important reason for this year’s Winter Celebration is to ensure our community’s children in need can have a wonderful holiday. The Stone Oak Winter

Celebration will be a contributor to Living Through Giving. Living Through Giving is a non-profit organization that distributes toys to children in foster care during the holidays. The community is being asked to bring new, unwrapped toys to add to the collection or a $10.00 donation. Contribute a new, unwrapped toy or donation and you will also receive a free photo with Santa, a

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By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 s I do for all new patients, I asked her why she came to see me, and what symptoms most bothered her. Vaginal dryness, memory loss, hot flashes and night sweats, insomnia, and most of all, exhaustion, commonly drive patients to seek relief. But, knowing exactly why and what she wanted would help me to precisely shape her personal treatment protocol. She began to cry and said, “You’re my last hope”. She apologized and tried to compose herself, as I listened intently and typed notes into my computer. Her periods were heavy and unpredictable. On those days, she was literally unable to leave her home. Emotional, with rapid mood swings, weight gain, terrible insomnia, and daytime exhaustion, various specialists had prescribed birth control pills

and antidepressants. With birth control pills, the periods came in regular fashion, but she continued to feel very unstable, “I’m just not myself!” Zero libido. The antidepressants made her feel like a zombie. “I think it is my hormones, I really do.” I explained to her that the effect of the birth control pill was suppression of the ovarian secretion of estrogen and testosterone, resulting in a net decrease of these two hormones. Less estrogen equals less periods. Testosterone is literally the feel-good hormone, promoting feelings of confidence and sexual satisfaction. “You require so much more than hormone suppression,” I told her. Because I had the blood levels of her hormones, and I knew the cycle day of the blood draw (the first day of the last menstrual period is day one for example), I provided diagnosis of estrogen dominance, progesterone imbalance, and testosterone lack. True, decreasing the estradiol is one

New To Vision Source By Monica Allison, O.D. Stone Oak Vision Source (210) 495-9020 s summer in Stone Oak draws to an end, we have a new doctor joining our group: Dr. Joshua “Jed” Martin is the husband of our very own Dr. Lindsey Denison, and with our new building opening soon, we now have room for him to join our practice! We are very excited to welcome him to our Stone Oak location, he will also be working at the Bulverde office. Because Jed and Lindsey are soon to be first time parents, he will be covering her maternity leave as well while she is out. They recently bought a home in Timberwood Park and he’s happy for the shorter commute both offices bring for him. Dr. Martin is a native of West Texas and the Texas Panhandle. He attended Texas

A&M University where he was on the Dean’s List and received his Bachelor of Science degree with honors in Biology in 2007. Dr. Martin was awarded his Doctor of Optometry in May 2012 when he graduated from the University of Houston’s College of Optometry. He was recognized there with clinical letters of excellence in areas of Family Practice and Ocular Disease. Dr. Martin obtained his Glaucoma Certification in August 2012. Dr. Martin’s interest in optometry sparked from mission work in South America, where he worked alongside an optometrist providing vision care for less fortunate individuals. Dr. Martin completed his clinical rotations of ocular disease in San

way to provide balance (lower estradiol to match progesterone), but usually not the best way. Progesterone, the first hormone to leave the body in the beginning of perimenopaulse, has a calming and diuretic effect and greatly enhances sleep. The young, estrogen-dominant perimenopausal woman suffers from declining levels of progesterone and testosterone resulting in insomnia and less sexual enjoyment. I instructed her how to take the progesterone tailored to her cycle. She agreed to apply testosterone to her delicate tissues to enhance sensation, not only for herself, but also for her spouse. She happily complied with a full page of typed instructions regarding supplements and diet. Six weeks later, no more hormone Hell, only thanks and happiness. Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Enhancement of Life is located at 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601, San Antonio, TX 78231. For more

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Antonio and Austin. He is also a member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. We plan to move into our new building on Knights Cross and Stone Oak Parkway (behind the Excellence ER building) in late October. The construction is moving along and we are so excited to be able to have 3 doctors on site once we are moved in! It will help with getting patients in for same day emergencies easier. The design will be better for patient flow. We are happy to have a refreshment station for everyone to enjoy and also a larger children’s area in our new office. We have been adding new frame lines this year to accommodate the larger space and we have more coming this Fall. Follow us on Facebook to see the latest construction and to see when we schedule our Grand Re-Opening. Drs. Monica Allison and Lindsey Denison practice at Stone Oak Vision Source located at 19202 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 106. All of the doctors are members of Vision Source, the nation’s number one network of private practice optometrists.

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As School Starts, Think About A Mentor

Submitted By Steve Johnson aving a mentor in your life can provide guidance, support, and opportunities you may not otherwise have. You may look up to someone for different reasons, or look up to multiple people for different areas of life. Reaching out to a person you admire takes courage and a little effort, but could benefit you greatly in the long term. Educational Mentorship One critical area for a mentoring is in the area of education and learning. Finding a tutor or other type of mentor to assist in your educational development is a great way to make progress towards your high school or college goals. Are you interested in becoming an AP student? Would you like to graduate with honors? Are you looking to gain acceptance into your dream school, and aren’t sure where to start? There are plenty

of people who have been through the same obstacles, and are willing to help make your process as smooth as possible. Look for a mentor who has success in the area(s) you are interested, and they will be able to point you in the right direction. Professional Mentorship As you think beyond education, finding an industry mentor is a great networking tool for professional development. Look for someone in your current or desired field who is where you want to be. Reach out to them and find out what journey they took to get to their current position. You should ask for recommendations or tips to develop your own progression. They most likely have learned some hard lessons and could provide you the guidance on how to succeed through your own obstacles. Making connections with a professional mentor could lead you to valuable connections later on. Put your best foot forward at all times, and a mentor

can help you make significant progress in achieving your career goals. Lifestyle Mentorship Mentors aren’t only for educational and professional development. Many times, you may look up to someone in your community for the lifestyle they live or the values they place throughout their daily activities. Reach out to them to learn how they achieved success. Understanding how they got where they are may help you see the value in their lifestyle and habits. Thank Your Mentor Take some time to show your mentor appreciation for the influence they have in your life. This could be as simple as sending them a handwritten Thank You card, buying them a gift or gift card, or taking them to dinner. Letting your mentor know that they have made a positive influence on your life may be the best reward, so ensure that they always know your appreciation!

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By Jane Toh n 1985 the great and late Whitney Houston first sang the smash hit “Greatest Love of All.” It’s been a while, 31 years to be exact, so here are the lyrics to jog everyone’s memory: “I believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way. Show them all the beauty they possess inside. Give them a sense of pride to make it easier. Let the children’s laughter remind us how we use to be.” Houston may no longer be present on this earth, but her talent, spirit, and especially her words live on. At Huntington Learning Center it is believed children are the future, and they do their best to “teach them well, let them lead the way, and give them a sense of pride.” The desire for knowledge and continued education is one of the most defining of human characteristics. Huntington Learning Center helps nurture and supplement this most basic of human desire through tested and well-reviewed techniques. Huntington Learning Center, the oldest institution of its kind to provide supplemental education to primary and secondary students in the United States, caters to each individual child’s academic and scholastic needs. The institution strives to improve the grades of students of all ages everywhere by offering instructional tutoring in areas such as reading, mathematics, science, writing, spelling, vocabulary, phonics, and study skills, along with test preparation for the advanced placement exams, state-mandated tests, SSAT, ISEE. HSPT, ASVAB, PSAT/ NMSQT, SAT, ACT, GED, and much more. Huntington Learning Center understands how the stigma of not doing well in academia can harm a child. Their solution is to change that, to get at the foundation of the academic error of each individual and start rebuilding from there. The hope at Huntington Learning Center is that once students gain security within the academic world they will then be able to flourish in other arenas and go on to be more successful, whether it be in school or in their own personal lives. This is their “Huntington Connection.” After seeing the effects of increased federal, state, and local academic demands on students in New Jersey, Dr. Raymond Huntington and his wife Eileen opened the first learning center in 1977, and a second center the following year. The Huntington Learning Center’s unique tutoring and teaching methods garnered much praise and recognition, so much so that in 1985 the expansion of locations began, and from that point on quickly spread all over the country, including three centers in San Antonio, conveniently located in Stone Oak, Helotes, and Castle Hills areas. Thomas Rice, after years in the educational publishing world, opened San Antonio’s first Huntington Learning Center in Stone Oak in 2007. Yet again the methodology first introduced by Raymond and Eileen Huntington captured the hearts of parents and students alike here. With all this success, one

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should begin to wonder what it is that makes Huntington Learning Center such a success. In addition, to having fantastic certified trained teachers, the learning institution has a successful and proven 4-step approach. Step 1: Conduct Evaluation. According to Rice and the Huntington Learning Center module, this part is very important. Often parents and children come in not knowing where to begin. “There is lots of frustration, confusion, and misunderstanding,” said the director. “That’s where we come in. Our facility helps to identify where the child’s academic problems began, what holes need to be filled, and in what both child and parent are comfortable with taking on.” The education and tutoring provided by the learning center is meant to supplement the teachings students encounter at school. Sometimes students just need a little extra help with skills that have not yet been mastered. Step 2: Develop Personalized Plan. Here staff at Huntington work alongside with parents and students to set out an educational outline, and sift out the best techniques to engage and build on the foundation the child already has. Step 3: Customize Learning. Each child, each individual, in this world is uniquely different. At Huntington this uniqueness and difference is not only celebrated, it is encouraged and explored. This is why tutoring is one-on-one, and catered to the child’s specific needs, time, and pace. The certified instructor can then truly focus on what academic issues need to be addressed. Step 4: Communicate Progress. Whether it be communication between student and teacher, student and parent, and parent and teacher, communication is paramount and a key to success. Parents are invited to be as involved as they like. They are kept updated of their child’s strives and improvement.

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haul. Check your tire pressure as well as the condition of the tires, and always look for burned-out lights needing replacement. Last but not least, make sure your wipers are working well for those unexpected back to school showers.

Changing Fido’s Routine

ou come home after a very busy day of work, errands, and taxi’ing kids around to various sports venues to find your house full of couch stuffing and toilet paper. At first you think, “Were we robbed?” No, the TV is still here. Then you turn to see Fido, tail wagging, but ears back. He’s so overjoyed to see you! But he too can sense something is wrong. And although he does not yet know what that is, he’s pretty sure he has something to do with it. Conflicted, he slinks out of the room, with toilet paper in tow. From August to September your daily routine has probably changed drastically. Unlike the leaisuerly summer days, now by 7:00a.m., the dog has to be let out, fed, then let out again in the hopes of no “accidents” over the next nine hours. Morning exercise is one of the first rituals to be dropped. This can be a big mistake. A bored dog, left to his own devices, can get into loads of trouble while you are gone. Just putting your dog outside to exercise on his own may not be enough. Active types require mental stimulation. If you are having certain behavioral issues, you may want to evaluate how you “exercise” your pet. Get up a little earlier to play games, train, or jog with him before you leave. It will be well worth it. Crating your dog during the day is a very safe and effective way to keep them from getting into trouble. If you’ve trained your pet that his crate is good, he will be glad to go in when you leave. A dog sleeps most of the day anyway, especially in a

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crate. You can also leave something like a stuffed Kong in there to entertain them when they’re awake. Be sure the crate is big enough for them to stand, stretch, and turn around in. Need something extra? Doggie Day Camp is a super choice! What better way to help get all that energy burned off before you come home? Think about the time and stress you’ll save not having to clean up after him. The right daycare will have your pet well worn out by the time you pick him up. For information on K9 Country Club’s daycare, training, and other activities visit our website at k9countryclub.net And like us on Facebook for the most current information. K9 Country Club is located at 31305 Oak View, Bulverde TX 78163. For more information, call (830) 980-8476 or visit www.k9countryclub.net.

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They do their best to clean your garments in a manner that provides the best results. There is no one size fits all approach to quality garment care. Each garment is inspected for stains checked for unusual ornamentation or care instructions and then cleaned by the most appropriate means possible. The end result is a good as new garment ready for the pressing and finishing department. In the pressing and finishing department, the expert finishers have a wide variety of pressing equipment to properly finish each individual garment in the way the manufacturer intended the garment to be pressed. Cotton blouses need one kind of press, silk dresses need another press, and suit coats need a special press. Dutch Boy cleaners has all of these specialized presses and then some to make your clothing look

Defy Aging – Exercise! By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 s more and more Americans are your own, doing it consistently is the key. living longer lives it is vital that That is why Independence Hill Retirement aging seniors stay active to maintain Community has up to 3 exercise classes per their health and mobility. Exercise is day, 6 days a week. With everything from essential, especially for those 65 and over regular fitness classes to Zumba, Yoga, to prevent injuries and illnesses, and to Aquacize, Texercise, and line dancing; there preserve independence. As we age losing is something for everyone. The benefits strength, flexibility and balance become are seen each and every day. You probably a common problem. Exercise regimens know someone who seems to defy the laws enable seniors to strengthen core muscles, of aging and remains in top physical shape which helps to maintain stamina, balance well beyond their peers. At Independence and strength. Countless research has shown Hill this is not uncommon. There are many that consistent exercise throughout the later residents enjoying these opportunities daily, years can slow the clock down significantly. loving it, and reaping the rewards! One Whether you join a class or workout on resident is a primary example of this, as he

it’s best. To help your drycleaner do a better job of stain removal, we suggest the following: Never put a garment away with spills or stains on it. The warmth of a closet and exposure to natural or artificial light and to the atmosphere can contribute to setting a stain. Bring in a stained garment as soon as possible, preferably within a few days, to prevent the stain from setting. Do not iron stained or soiled clothes; this will set stains and drive the soil deeper into the fabric. Always have soiled clothes cleaned or washed before ironing. Do not attempt home spot removal with either water or a cleaning fluid without testing first for colorfastness. Wet an unexposed area, such as an inside seam, and blot with a paper towel to make sure the

color is fast. Never rub a stain, especially when attempting to remove a stain from silk. Blot the stained area. This will help remove the staining substance without spreading the stain and will avoid damaging the fabric. Inform your drycleaner of the location of specific stains and any procedures you have used to remove them, even if the stains are no longer visible The Dutch Boy Difference- We consistently provide you the best in dry cleaning. Dutch Boy Cleaners has various locations: 19202 Stone Oak Parkway; 21770 Bulverde Road; 192 FM 1863 @ 281. See the ad in Welcome Home for discount coupons and specials. Call 210494-7966 or visit www.DutchBoyCleaners. com for more information.

is very fit and running in competitions at the age of 78. A couple of others are swimming laps several times per week. The residents that have reaped good health from working out are the cheerleaders, encouraging their neighbors to get involved in some form of exercise. Mrs. Glenn, a long time Independence Hill resident, has strong opinions on why exercise is a must. “After dealing with several medical issues including hip replacement, back surgery and arthritis; I made a decision that if I was going to live to be 100, I better make sure I keep moving. So I started exercising and realized how much it improved my mobility. That was 17 years ago and I continue to workout several times per week at our Independence Hill fitness classes and I even lead the Saturday class!” Another resident, Ms. Brandsetter, is a testament to a life time of exercising and encouraging others to do the same. She also teaches exercise classes, ran her first marathon at age 67, and has helped a resident’s daughter train for a

marathon. As a former grade school teacher, she explains, “It is important to explain what muscles are working and why it is important while leading classes.” Since most of the decline in health and mobility as we age is due to a lack of use, it is imperative to keep as active as possible no matter how small it may seem. The change in overall fitness will be noticed if a routine is consistent. Incorporating movement (walking, stationary cycling or water aerobics) with weight-bearing and resistance exercises into your day is key. Call one of our Lifestyle Specialists today at (210) 209-8956 to find out about fitness options available and the rich life you can enjoy at Independence Hill Retirement Community. Aging is a given… aging well is a choice! Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community is located at 20450 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call (210) 209-8956 or visit www.independencehill.com.

From Ghana, With Love

Ama Osei Bonsu founded the Heart Smiles with one Getting ready for the Heart Smiles Gala. goal in mind: to help children.

The Heart Smiles is hoping to help 100 children in the near future.

By Jane Toh erhaps one of the greatest distinction of man is our innate and inherent ability to be compassionate and show it. In a broader sense, this is the definition of humanity. Humanity is the quality of being human, demonstrating attributes such as humaneness, kindness, and benevolence. Simply put our humanity is what makes us human. It is what separates us from other organisms. Now, I know today’s news tends to focus on all the negative situations worldwide. It seems every time a television, computer, or radio is turned on something devastating has occurred. Another shooting, another death, another loss. While these events are important we should also

remember there is still so much good. As of late world media has spoken so little of the variety of humanitarian acts committed by people, but rest assured there is always hope…and in our city of San Antonio, hope has found a host in the local non-profit the Heart Smiles. The Heart Smiles is a grassroots foundation founded by Ama Osei Bonsu and ran by a coalition of parents and teachers from Wilderness Oaks Elementary School. Their aim is simple: to alleviate poverty in Bonsu’s native country, Ghana, through the care and sponsoring, of orphaned and/or abandoned children. In order to facilitate this Bonsu and her associates work diligently, traveling between the United States and

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Africa, to provide essential necessities, such as medical care, three meals a day, schooling, and a safe haven, to those most vulnerable and in the most need, children. It all started with a dream. Since she herself was a young child Bonsu dreamed of one day helping others. In 2009, whilst on a trip to Ghana, she reached out to a village she had heard was in extreme poverty. There, Bonsu made contacts and found 50 orphans she could help. During that first trip the Good Samaritan bought food, clothes, toys, and hired a care-giver to watch and cook for the little ones. And thus The Heart Smiles was born. Currently the foundation continues to house 50 children. The recent completion

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of a dormitory has been met with great happiness. It will provide housing for up to 60 children and 6 care takers. When asked what her greatest hope for the future was Bonsu answered simply, “To help more children.” The organization strives to expand the number of youngsters cared for, and they need all the help they can get. The Hearts Smile invites all to the 3rd annual Gala on September 17. All donations are subject to tax returns, and 100% of the profits will go directly to the children. It will certainly be a night to remember, a night of San Antonians coming together for a greater cause. More information regarding the Gala and the Heart Smiles can be found at www. theheartsmiles.org.

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ou would think that looking out into a stadium, such as that belonging to the Houston Astros, might be daunting for a team of nine and ten year old boys about to play there. It was most definitely not, however, for the Alamo Drillers Select Baseball Organization hailing from San Antonio, Texas. The Alamo Drillers not only competed in the USSSA Elite 32 World Series Championship, in such a massive stadium, they won it, defeating the number three ranked club in the nation, out of Miami, FL, to clinch the championship title on July 30, at the home of the Houston Astros’ spring training in Kissimmee, Florida. The game was broadcast live on MLB.com and could be watched on Direct TV and the Dish Network nationwide. One of those young players, second baseman, Masa Chilcutt, of the Stone Oak area of San Antonio, said he’d never felt so excited in his life. “I said to myself, hey, I’m on TV, I better not mess up,” recalled Chilcutt, 10. Team Mom, Olivia Cunningham, sat close to the Driller dugout holding signs in one hand and a giant megaphone in the other. She has been watching her son play baseball since he was three years old. “It was so exciting and incredibly surreal to watch our kids take this great big field in front of so many people, including a live television audience,” said Cunningham. The United States Specialty Sports Association, or U-Triple-S-A as it’s more commonly called, is among the most, if not the most competitive youth sports league pitting teams against one another from all over the country and Puerto Rico. Its Major League, which hosts the Elite World Series, is what many might call the Big Kahuna of youth baseball tournaments. The Alamo Drillers had to face and defeat many teams in numerous tournaments to

build its ranking to qualify for the Elite World Series. “To go after the Elite World Series title is a goal we set last season,” said Head Coach Marco Cunningham. So the Drillers practiced and played and practiced some more. They won and continued winning. For nearly a year, the Alamo Drillers honed their skills. Then, last month, the Drillers not only earned their entrance into the Elite World Series, the San Antonio team went into the tournament holding the number one spot according to USSSA power rankings. Game after game, the Drillers hit, scored runs, and made outs climbing their way up the tournament bracket. As they had hoped for and worked so hard to achieve, the Alamo Drillers found themselves seeded in the final championship game. They were to face the numberthree ranked 9U baseball club in the country, the Miami Prospects. Team Captain, Kayson Cunningham admitted he was a little nervous, but those nerves didn’t last for long. “As I watched our team score its first and second runs I grew a lot more confident,” said the Drillers’ shortstop. By the 5th inning, the Drillers found themselves leading the Prospects 8-0. With two outs, the Prospects managed to hit a triple knocking in a run and bringing the score to 8-1. “I told our pitcher and team that this is our game and he owns the mound,” said Team Captain Cunningham. “They laughed, but, they listened.” Cunningham’s words, seemingly so wise for such a young kid, did the trick, like any great dug-out speech does. In the 6th and final inning, the Alamo Drillers Scored again and held the Prospects. With the win, the Drillers finished the job they set out to do one year ago, capturing the Elite 32 World Series by beating the Miami Prospects 9-3. For the win, the boys were each awarded individual trophies. Additionally, the team as a whole received a huge

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crystal trophy that was nearly as tall as the young players. It was the Drillers’ much anticipated “hardware”, and, they brought it home to San Antonio. “I couldn’t have felt more proud at that moment,” said Coach Cunningham. “These boys never shut down, and, at this young age, that’s impressive.” Equally as impressive is that the Alamo Drillers wrapped up the tournament with a team batting average of .472. Four kids on the team batted over .500, tourney-wide, including Chilcutt and Cunningham, who hit .700. The two were named offensive MVPs. “Practice is the number one thing that got us here,” said Chilcutt. His fellow MVP, Cunningham, added that they won, “Because (they) had the will to win.” Coach Marco Cunningham will tell you it is about more than just having the will to win. He credits this group of young baseball players with their dedication to practicing two to three times a week nearly year round. He is grateful for his players’ parents who make the time to drive their children to practices and travel to tournaments, many of which are outside of San Antonio and sometimes Texas. Coach Cunningham emphasized that he pushes his team hard and holds them accountable on and off the field, expecting them to be great people and strong students, in addition to winning athletes. Coach Cunningham, himself, puts in hours after practices with individuals on the team who want to improve hitting, pitching, or fielding while working a full-time job. The majority of this Alamo Drillers select team have been playing ball together since the ripe age of six. Most of them have been living and breathing baseball since they were old enough to pick up a ball.

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Medical Allergy & Immunology Family Allergy & Asthma Specialists Dr. John Mastrovich 20650 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 106 Board Certified in Allergy/Immunology 342-6200 • www.faasonline.com

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Stone Oak Allergy & Asthma Amanda Trott-Gregorio, MD Board Certified in Allergy/Immunology 155 Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 101 494-0690 • stoneoakallergy.com

Anti-Aging Enhancement of Life Dr. Donna Becker, D.O. 14603 Huebner Rd., Ste. 2601 545-5224 • www.antiagingsa.com Expert Hormone Replacement for Women & Men

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Consultants of San Antonio M. Guirl, MD, J. Jackson, MD., D.McMyler, MD P. Mehta, MD., R, Shaffer, MD 855 Proton Rd. 614-1234 • www.gastroconsa.com

Professional

General Dentistry

Dental Care SA: Dr. David Seguin & Associates 115 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 1104, SAT 78232 La Arcata Center 496-2533 www.dentalcareSA.com

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Canyon Dental Care Jeff Beal, DDS & Justin Rich, DDS 3111 TPC Pkwy., Ste. 114, San Antonio, 78259 424-3611 www.dentalworks.com

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Dr. Perry E. Wood Family Dentistry, Cosmetics & Orthodontics 16616 San Pedro (281/Thousand Oaks) 491-9898 Accepts most insurance

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Garrison Family Dental Austin J Garrison DDS, Gary J. Garrison DDS 22100 Bulverde Rd., Ste. 114 494-7222 www.garrisonfamilydental.com

2016-17 H. S. Johnson Football By Jane Toh o long the dog days of summer. September has arrived, and with it the beginning of school. Another year, another football season. Folks, it’s Texas, we are football country…and proud of it. The NFL season does not kick-off until September 8. Why wait for the NFL? Go local, go high school football! The Johnson Jaguars start their first game on August 27, only 5 days after the start of school. Come out and support the Jaguars in their best season yet! Here is a list of the games to come, tickets can be purchased online. Johnson vs. Brandeis When: Saturday, August 27, 2016 @ 7:00PM Where: Farris Stadium, 8400 North Loop 1604 W, 78249

Johnson vs. Calallen When: Saturday, September 2, 2016 @ 7:30 PM Where: Calallen HS, 4001 Wildcat Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78410 Johnson vs. Brennan When: Thursday, September 8, 2016 @ 7:00 PM Where: Farris Stadium, 8400 North Loop 1604 W, 78249 Johnson vs. O’Connor When: Saturday, September 17, 2016 @ 7:00 PM Where: Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216

Johnson vs. Roosevelt When: Friday, September 23, 2016 @ 7:30 PM Where: Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216

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Internal Medicine of Stone Oak Lubna Naeem, M.D. 19272 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 105 490-3800 Laser treatment, Botox, Skin care available

Schatz Orthodontics Eric Schatz, DDS 22610 U.S. Highway 281, Ste. 201 272-7129 www.alohasmiles.net

Ophthalmologist/Optometrist

Pediatric Dentistry

Alamo City Eye Physicians, P.A. J. Mark Berry M.D. William T. Walton M.D. 19026 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 216 491-2020

Stone Oak Pediatric Dentistry Dr. “Susie” S. Hayden, DDS, P.A. 20322 Huebner Rd., Ste. 103 491-4141 www.drsusie.net

Ophthalmologist

Speech Therapy

Lynnell C. Lowry, M.D. Alamo Eye Institute Board Certified Ophthalmologist 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 119 697-3821

Speech & Language Center of Stone Oak Barbara A. Samfield 19272 Stone Oak Pkwy., Ste. 108 495-9944 www.stoneoakspeech.com

Optometrist

Urgent Care

Texas State Optical Renee Dunlap, O.D. 21019 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., Ste. 832 490-EYES (3937) www.stoneoaktso.com

Fossil Creek Urgent Care Clinic 22250 Bulverde Rd. (Corner of Evans Rd.) 401-8185 • www.fossilcreekurgentcare.com Open Late and Weekends Family and Pediatric Medicine

NO SEASON HAS TO BE

ALLERGY SEASON! Stone Oak Allergy

Johnson vs. MacArthur When: Saturday, October 1, 2016 @ 7:00 PM Where: Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216 Johnson vs. Churchill When: Friday, October 7, 2016 @ 7:30 PM Where: Heroes Stadium, 4707 David Edwards Drive, 78233

155 Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 101 San Antonio, TX 78258

Amanda Trott-Gregorio, MD Specializing in allergy, asthma, and immunology diagnosis, testing, and treatment for adults and children.

Same day appointments available. Call today!

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Johnson vs. Lee When: Friday, October 14, 2016 @ 7:30 PM Where: Comalander Stadium, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Rd., 78216 Johnson vs. Reagan When: Friday, October 21, 2016 @ 7:30 PM Where: Heroes Stadium, 4707 David Edwards Drive, 78233 Johnson vs. Madison When: Friday, November 4, 2016 @ 7:30 Where: Heroes Stadium, 4707 David Edwards Drive, 78233.

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“A Great Day To Be A Jaguar”

July 29th was the last day of the annual UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association).

Submitted Shannon McKinley n the words of Principal John Mehlbrech, July 29th was “a great day to be a Jaguar”. That day marked the end of the annual UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) Camp, held at Texas A&M University. The Johnson High School Cheerleaders and Mascots competed with other Texas high school squads during the camp, which ran from July 26-29. Johnson Cheerleaders have traditionally excelled at camp, and this year was no exception. Freshman Cheer took 2nd place in their

Johnson HS Cheerleaders garnered much praise for their performance, and collected many awards.

Sideline Cheer, 1st place in Cheer as well as Extreme Routine, and were announced the overall Game Day Winner. Varsity Cheer took 3rd place in Cheer for Large Varsity, 1st place in Sideline Cheer and Extreme Routine. They were awarded “Camp Champion”, earning 1st place. Perhaps the most coveted award was the Leadership Award, which Johnson took as well. This is a highly prized award because it is not voted on by the judges. This award is voted on by their peers. Johnson cheerleaders also earned many

individual accolades: Maddie Faust, Danielle Simon, Milana Williams and Addison Lewis comprised the stunt group which won the Camp Stunt Competition. Kennedy Hrncir was selected as “Jump Queen” for the entire camp, grades 10 through 12. Jenna Arrott, Briana Foster, Isabella Wildeman, Riley Dubbers, Gracelyn Doctor, Autumn Flaherty, Amanda Mejia, and Danielle Simon were all selected as All-American Cheerleaders. A special honor was given to Gracelyn Doctor and Autumn Flaherty, as they were invited to audition for UCA Cheer

Staff. Not only did the cheerleaders perform well; so did the Johnson HS mascots, “JJ the Jaguar” and “Claudia the Jaguar”. Brianna and Julie Trinidad did an outstanding job representing Johnson HS as team mascots JJ and Claudia, respectively. They were chosen as All American Mascots and together were awarded as camp “Skit Masters.” We look forward to seeing this talented troupe as they cheer on the Johnson High School Football Team this fall.

Brea k fast With The SOBA Experts J.J. Rodriguez, Broker/Owner of J.J Rodriguez Professional Real Estate Services will be discussing the best Real Estate practices for buyers and sellers and the mistakes to avoid. He will also discuss Mortgage 101 and what particular mortgage product is best for you and your family. Brent McCrary of McCrary Stone Financial Planners will show you how to protect your investment in the long run. He provides recommendations for asset allocation, funding for education, retirement and long-term care insurance. He works closely with business owners, executive teams and their advisors to help realize their ﬁnancial goals.

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2016 Winter Celebration Featuring AirLIFE Santa

Save The Date! OVER 60,000 lbs OF SNOW FUN! You are invited to eat, play, enjoy rides and have your FREE photo with Santa taken at the largest and longest running holiday event in San Antonio. Enjoy local school bands and talented children’s performances, winter “sledding” and 60,000 lbs of snow fun! Admission $10 or donation of a new toy. Date: Time: Place:

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