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Valentine’s Day 2017 A Love Story
Featured Inside for the Books Wrap Your Date in Bacon: The Value in an Organ Perfect Valentine’s Day meals One man explains how being a donor can mean life or death Romantic Moves & more
ENTERTAINMENT: Jam out with Sting and bust a gut with Billy Crystal
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From diagnosis to PELVIC rehabilitation to surgery, we’re here to help.
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GENERAL MANAGER Lee Hartman FEATURE STORY [email protected] ASSISTANT MANAGING EDITOR JAY KNUCKOLS | Marquita Griffin After undergoing [email protected] a liver transplant, COMPOSITION & GRAPHICS MANAGER Alfred H. Dubé one man shares [email protected]
why becoming an GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
organ donor is so Melinda Maya important. [email protected] Ginger Garza PAGE 10 [email protected]
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LOOK WHO’S COMING | Plenty of entertainers will perform in Sugar Land this month. PAGE 7
GUSTALINE SAMBA | New Territory student earns the Gold Award for her bike safety project. Tell us how we’re doing! PAGE 6 Email: [email protected] 4 • New Territory Monthly
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Representatives of the organizations receiving proceeds from the 2016 Sugar Plum Market joined mem- bers of FBJSL and representatives of Memorial Hermann on December 9th to celebrate the Market’s suc- cess.
Scout tradition: two-thirds of America’s most Sugar Land; Literacy Council of Fort Bend County; accomplished women in public service are former Lunches of Love; Parks Youth Ranch; SIRE; Gustaline Samba Girl Scouts. Texana Center; The First Tee; The Rose; and Fort Earns Gold Award Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s preeminent Bend Junior Service League’s Community organization for girls, with a membership of more Assistance Fund. Through her works as an Ambassador Girl than 3.2 million girls and adults. Chartered by This year’s “Making Spirits Bright” themed Scout, Gustaline Samba of New Territory has GSUSA to provide Girl Scouting locally, Girl Sugar Plum Market focused on the amazing demonstrated her leadership of and devotion to Scouts of San Jacinto Council is the second largest beneficiaries who have received grants from event serving her community. Girl Scout council in the country serving more than proceeds through the years. Since its inception in A member of Brazos Valley Community - Troop 66,000 girls and 19,000 adults in 26 southeast 2001, the Sugar Plum Market has raised more than 28103, Samba earned her Girl Scout Gold Award Texas counties. Girl Scouts celebrated its centennial $2,200,000 for numerous local charities. The — the highest achievement a Girl Scout can earn in 2012. popular holiday shopping event continues to grow, — through her efforts to bring awareness to bike and this year welcomed 8,000 attendees and over safety. 100 unique vendors. For more information about For more than a year, including 80 hours of NONPROFITS the Sugar Plum Market or FBJSL, visit www. planning, Samba completed her project “Project sugarplummarket.com or www.fbjsl.org. Cycle Safety Shield,” by organizing and hosting a Sugar Plum Market raises safe biking clinic for Parkway Children’s Day $310,000 for charity $16,000 grant to Texana School and Community at Parkway United The holidays were a little brighter for many Center will benefit children Methodist Church’s Spring Community outreach charitable organizations in Fort Bend County Texana Center announced it received a event. thanks to a record-breaking year for the Sugar $16,000 grant for the autism program in The clinic included safe biking instruction, Plum Market. Presented by the Fort Bend Junior Rosenberg. These funds will be used to help importance of wearing a helmet along with fitting Service League (FBJSL) and Memorial Hermann, renovate and replace a 20- year-old playground and sizing and situational awareness when riding the 16th Annual Market raised $310,000. Those which has rusted and does not meet childcare on the road or on bike trails, and the benefits of proceeds were presented to Fort Bend County licensure standards. As children with autism healthy exercise from bike riding. She also built a charities on December 9th at a Check Presentation spectrum disorder today are being diagnosed at carport like structure for the school to provide Party held at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land. a much earlier age, Texana needs a playground outside storage for their bikes. The following beneficiaries each received a suitable for children as young as 2 to 5 years Samba is the daughter of Michael and Anacita portion of event funds: AccessHealth; The Arc of old. Samba. She has also the recipient of Girl Scout Fort Bend County; Boys and Girls Club of Greater For most children, the playground is bronze and silver award. Houston; Brookwood Community; Catholic typically the first place where they connect As the premier leadership experience for girls in Charities; Child Advocates of Fort Bend; East Fort with other children and with the world at the United States, Girl Scouting builds girls of Bend Human Needs Ministry; Fort Bend Family large. Play is important for developing; courage, confidence and character, who make the Promise; Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity; Fort thinking, language, emotional, problem world a better place. Gold Award recipients have Bend Rainbow Room; Fort Bend Seniors; Fort solving and creative skills in children. Play already changed the world – as high school Bend Women’s Center; Gigi’s Playhouse; Hope for does not come naturally to children with students. Three; Houston Museum of Natural Science at The Gold Award honors leadership in the Girl autism; they have to learn the play skills that
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Lisa Regan, who taught in Lamar Consolidated ISD, Dinner Committee member (and former FBRC is Dinner Co-chair; Lisa is shown with FBRC support- Board member) Roberta Terrell is shown with long- er (and Richmond business owner) Larry McDougal time supporter Bill Schwer and Nell Ciancarelli, who along with FBRC’s COO, John Robson, who lives in also serves on the Cordes Dinner Committee. Richmond.
Greg Haralson, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land and career and the world as I see it,” said Hospital; Alison Haralson, FBJSL; Sheri Ebarb, FBJSL; tour featuring concert dates in clubs, theatres and Crystal. “It’s loose, unpredictable and intimate. Kate John-Patagoc, Texana Center; Laura Taylor, FB- arenas throughout North America and Europe The most fun I’ve had on stage in a long time.” JSL President ; Danielle Hames FBJSL and Andrea including the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land Duncan-Faz, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hos- Visit www.smartfinancialcentre.net for more pital. on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.. information. On the 57th & 9th Tour, Sting will be joined by a 3-piece band including his longtime guitarist, The Lumineers come easily to most typically developing Dominic Miller, plus Josh Freese (drums) and Two time GRAMMY nominated artist, The children. Rufus Miller (guitar). Special guests include singer/ Lumineers, announced that they’ll be embarking The playground provides a great learning songwriter Joe Sumner as well as San Antonio- on their first ever North American arena tour in tool for children with autism and will allow based Tex Mex band, The Last Bandoleros. Visit 2017, stopping at Smart Financial Centre on March Texana to teach skills such as; how to climb, www.sting.com or www.livenation.com 2 at 7 p.m.. This news comes just days after the act slide, swing, jump, twist, spin, explore, and performed at the esteemed Americana Music interact with the equipment. Social skills will Billy Crystal Awards, and on the coattails of a current sold-out also be taught so that the children learn how to Tony® and Emmy Award®-winning North American leg of the Cleopatra World Tour. play with others, share and take turns. comedian, actor, producer, writer and director Icelandic band, Kaleo with #1 hit “Way Down We “The Fort Bend Junior Service League has Billy Crystal will perform his new show Spend Go”, will join The Lumineers as direct support. In really made a difference to our autism programs the Night with Billy Crystal at Smart Financial addition the band welcomes Susto as opener. Visit and we are thrilled to as a beneficiary of their Centre at Sugar Land on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 8 www.smartfinancialcentre.net for more amazing Sugar Plum Market,” said Kate p.m. Coming off the heels of his recent information. Johnson-Patagoc. “This playground will make critically-acclaimed Australian tour, Crystal a huge difference to the younger children in promises a hilarious and intimate evening. our program as we teach skills that will change “This show is unique. There’s stand up, and their lives and for that we thank all the ‘sit down’ which gives me great freedom to tell members for their work.” stories, show film clips and talk about my life ENTERTAINMENT Sting – 57th & 9th Tour Following the recent release of Sting’s highly anticipated rock/pop album 57th & 9th, Cherrytree ‘Elvis Lives’ Management and Live Nation today confirmed that Award-winning theatrical attraction Elvis Sting will take to the road in 2017 on a very special Lives® “The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event” will come to Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land on Friday, March 3 at 8 p.m. ELVIS LIVES will kick off the 2017 touring season. The multi-media live musical is a co-production of On-Stage Touring’s Legends in Concert division and producing partner Elvis Presley’s Graceland®. Elvis Lives is a journey across Elvis’ life
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elvislivestour.com/. Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A variety of books are available, including children’s, teens, mystery, The Illusionists computer, special interest, and romance. People On the heels of a highly successful multi-city who love books, people who love bargains, and tour and run on Broadway, the world’s best-selling people who need to get rid of spare change will find touring magic show, The Illusionists - Live From a lot in common at the used-book sale, where prices BroadwaY will play Smart Financial Centre on range from 25 cents to $3. March 11 at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. as part of its current North American tour. Clever Couponing Full of hilarious magic tricks, death-defying Have you ever seen the person in front of stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder, The you at the grocery checkout walk away with Continued from page 7 Illusionists has shattered box office records more items than you . . .but a lower bill? Have worldwide and thrilled audiences of all ages with a you ever watched the show Extreme Couponing mind-blowing spectacular showcasing the jaw- and thought, wow, how do I learn to do that? featuring winners and finalists from Elvis dropping talents of seven of the most incredible Do you just want to save a few dollars each Presley Enterprise’s (EPE) annual worldwide illusionists on earth. Visit www.theillusionistslive. month? Come learn about the basics of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist ContestTM, each com for more information. couponing at the University Branch Library on representing Elvis during different stages of Jazz It Up for Autism Feb. 18 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Discuss how to his career. The tour marks the third time in the Hope for Three’s 5th Annual luncheon Jazz It find the coupons you want, how to use production’s six-year history that all three Up for Autism is a Mardi Gras-themed event to couponing apps on your phone or tablet, and Elvis tribute artists are top winners of the raise funds for the nonprofit. It is set for 11 a.m. to 1 the essentials of how to maximize your savings contest. Bill Cherry, Dean Z and Jay Dupuis p.m. at the Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 Fm1464 in with coupons. No registration required. from 2009, 2013 and 2014 have reunited as the Sugar Land. Cost is $50. Visit www.hopeforthree. featured touring cast of Elvis Lives during the org. Celebrate Chinese Lunar initial leg of the 2017 tour. They will be joined by a live band, back-up New Year With Lantern singers and dancers, along with an Ann- LIBRARY NEWS Festival Margret tribute artist. The upcoming tour will The University Branch Library, 14010 In recognition of the Chinese Lunar New Year, see more songs added to the set list, including University Blvd in Sugar Land, on the UH Fort Bend County Libraries will celebrate with a “Return to Sender,” “Bossa Nova,” and more. campus. 281-633-5100 Chinese Lantern Festival on Sunday, Feb. 12, “The partnership between Legends in from 2 to 4 p.m., in the lobby of George Memorial Concert and Graceland provides the only Blogging for Dollars Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. authentic touring showcase of Elvis tribute Learn how people are earning money through Dancing lions from the Soaring Phoenix artists for fans who want to experience the blogs and how you can do the same. This class — Dragon & Lion Dance Association will entertain music and live performance charisma of one of set for Feb. 8 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. — will cover visitors at 2:30 pm, following the welcome and the most popular and beloved recording artists setting up a blog and different methods for earning introductions. A crafts station with activities in history,” said Elliot Ordower, Producer of money via a blog. Registration required; register celebrating the Year of the Rooster will be set up Elvis Lives for On Stage Touring. “Our online, in person, or call 281-633-5100. in the puppet theater for children to enjoy thriving production showcases each performer Registration opens January 25. throughout the festival. People of all ages can portraying Elvis in one of four eras: the 1950s, University Branch Library join in playing Cai Deng Mi, or “Guessing the 1960s, his movie career and his concert years; Lantern’s Riddle,” and win a prize if the answer so it is a unique and complete musical Friends Book Sale is correct. package.” Numerous items will be available for sale, The Chinese Lantern Festival marks the For more information, visit http://www. including books, DVDs, CD, and magazines on culmination of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebration. The festival is part of an ancient ceremony welcoming spring, and the lantern symbolizes the lengthening days of the season. It is also thought to ward off evil spirits. The celebration at the library will feature authentic red lanterns that were presented to Fort Bend County by representatives of Chancheng District, of Foshan City, China. The lanterns will hang in the lobby of the library for the day’s festivities. In 2012, county and business leaders from Fort Bend County signed a Memorandum of Understanding with delegates from the City of Foshan, signifying an alignment between Fort
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 9 1/19/17 11:25 AM FEATURE STORY One man’s survival HOUSTON METHODIST proves organ donors BREAST SURGERY PARTNERS are vital WELCOMES DR. SANDRA TEMPLETON
By MARQUITA GRIFFIN [email protected] Dr. SanDra TempleTon is a well-respected f Jay Knuckols knows anything in this life, it breast care expert in Fort Bend County and a is the value of donating organs. caring, compassionate partner in her patients’ I For more than two years Knuckols, 19, fight against breast cancer. As a board-certified waited for a liver transplant because of a surgeon, she has extensive experience in the diagnosis he was given four years ago. most effective, minimally invasive mastectomy The day that changed his life began with a procedures, designed to achieve a more typical well-check visit with his doctor, and cosmetically pleasing outcome. during what should have been and in-and-out type of visit, a red flag was waved — Knuckols Having experienced what it is like to wait on a transplant list, Jay Knuckols She works side-by-side with the oncology team encourages the community to become organ donors and help save lives. had an enlarged spleen. at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital to After ruling out the usual suspects, Jay was develop individualized care plans that give women then referred to a gastroenterologists at Texas Receiving ‘The Call’ hope for a healthy future. This is the Houston Children’s Hospital and six months later, after “As parents, the last thing you want to witness is your child suffering,” said Methodist level of cancer care — from diagnosis Knuckols’ mother Janis Knuckols. even more tests and specialists, Jay had his “When they are hurt or sick, you do everything in your power to fix it or to survival — where expertise, technology and diagnosis: liver cirrhosis due to Primary make it better. When something of this magnitude happens and you are compassion are leading to a cure. Sclerosing Cholangitis, an autoimmune disease unable to fix it, you are left with a very helpless feeling. “All you can do is rely heavily on your faith and travel the journey To schedule an appointment, that slowly damages the bile ducts. alongside them and help them through whatever difficulty arises.” In a person without the disease, bile, the In April 2016 Janis Knuckols’ school family at Jane Long Elementary call 281.494.3000. demonstrated their support of her son by encouraging people to register as digestive liquid that is made in the liver, travels donors, and selling T-shirts and wristbands to benefit organ donor research. through bile ducts to the gallbladder and the The faculty also created projects that detailed the different body systems to Sandra Templeton, mD small intestine where it helps digest fats and fatty give the students a better understanding of the importance of organs. It was an effort Janis said is etched in her soul. vitamins. In patients with Primary Sclerosing “We will never forget the love and support we have received from our Cholangitis, however, the bile ducts become community,” she said. “We can’t thank our church family and Jane Long blocked due to inflammation and scarring or Elementary enough for the overwhelming support through prayers, meals, cards, and emotional support.” fibrosis, casing bile to accumulate in the liver, On Aug. 8, 2016 the Knuckols family received, what Janis Knuckols 16605 Southwest Frwy. where it gradually damages liver cells and causes refers to as, “The Call.” A donor organ was available. Medical Office Building 3, Suite 220 cirrhosis, or fibrosis of the liver. “Our hospital bag had been packed for so long we weren’t entirely sure Sugar Land, TX 77479 what was in there anymore, but we loaded up and headed to the hospital,” she 281.494.3000 The bottom line for Knuckols was the said. “The 30-minute drive was filled with silent prayers that everything unfortunate fact that he would need a liver would be alright.” In order to receive the liver houstonmethodist.org/spg transplant. In February 2014 he was placed on Knucklols needed to be well, have a the liver transplant list. normal blood pressure and fever-free. Continued on page 12
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Dr. SanDra TempleTon is a well-respected breast care expert in Fort Bend County and a caring, compassionate partner in her patients’ fight against breast cancer. As a board-certified surgeon, she has extensive experience in the most effective, minimally invasive mastectomy procedures, designed to achieve a more cosmetically pleasing outcome. She works side-by-side with the oncology team at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital to develop individualized care plans that give women hope for a healthy future. This is the Houston Methodist level of cancer care — from diagnosis to survival — where expertise, technology and compassion are leading to a cure.
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On top of that, the donor liver had to there who are courageously going be 100 percent perfect for him. about their daily lives as best they As it turned out, the four and half can, suffering, waiting on an organ hour surgery was a success, but Janis that they may or may not receive in admitted to having mixed emotions. time,” Janis Knuckols said. “It “I remember thinking even as we affects them, and all the people were celebrating this gift of life that around them who love them and Jay was receiving, and he is able to want them to be healed. plan for his future now rather than “We will be forever grateful for hope for one, we are acutely aware of our donor and their family and we the price of this gift and the grief the will forever be strong advocates of family of the donor must be organ donation.” experiencing,” she said. Six days after the surgery Enduring the Knuckols was discharged and For years the Knuckols family has endured a painful wait for the call for a donor allowed to recover at home, and is tough wait liver to save Jay Knuckols life. After two and half years, Jay has received the “getting stronger every day,” Janis If anyone wants to know what it is liver transplant and is recovering well. From left is Jay Knuckols with his mother said, adding that she feels fortunate to like waiting for a life-saving organ, Janis, sister Olivia and father Will. live so close to the “top transplant Knuckols can undoubtedly give you team in the nation.” the skinny. It. Is. Difficult. family routine running smoothly. That love, he said, helped him get “Jay’s new liver is functioning “The hardest part about needing And through it all, Knuckols’ daily off the ropes and back into the fight. perfectly and his entire experience an organ and being on the transplant thoughts circled around waiting for “My advice to anyone who is was nothing short of a miracle, ” she list is ... well ... the waiting, not that call that would save his life. waiting on an organ donation is to said. “You never really get the knowing when you will get the call,” “This proved to be an extremely just hold on,” he said. “Try your best importance of organ donation until said Knuckols. “There’s no magic taxing experience both physically to keep a positive attitude and just someone you love is waiting for one. date on the calendar that you keep and emotionally,” his mother said. take it day by day. Lean on the Then it becomes crystal clear.” your eye on and count down the days “We relied on faith, family, and people that are there to support and The U.S. Division of until it’s your turn. Days become friends near and far who literally kept help you. Try to stay active, even Transplantation, which falls within weeks, then months, then years, and us all afloat during this time. Jay has though you don’t feel like it, and the Department of Health and Human still you wait.” an amazing group of lifelong friends don’t ever give up hope.” Services, Health Resources and During the two and half years that have been a constant circle of The joy streaming through the Services Administration’s Healthcare Knuckols waited he had to support.” Knuckols family is indisputable, but Systems Bureau, reports that nearly temporarily withdraw from the Not every day was harrowing for Janis Knuckols continues to ask for every 10 minutes someone is added University of Texas at Austin, travel Knuckols, though. prayers for her son who has yet to to a transplant list. And while an countless times to the hospital for “All of the support not only made reach a full recovery. average of 79 people do receive procedures and his grandparents the waiting easier, but it is also “Our son is a hero to many,” she organ transplants each day, an helped provide a sense of normalcy helping me recover with a positive said. “Despite all the obstacles that average of 22 die waiting for for his sister in efforts to keep the mindset,” he said. he’s been faced with throughout this transplants because of the shortage of journey, he didn’t give up. He is donations. “The hardest part about needing an organ and be- living, breathing, proof that prayers According to the Organ ing on the transplant list is ... well ... the waiting, not are answered.” Procurement and Transplantation knowing when you will get the call. There’s no mag- Knuckols has a request as well, Network, which operates under ic date on the calendar that you keep your eye on one he said would not take much effort. contract with the U.S. Dept. of Health and count down the days until it’s your turn. Days and Human Services by the United “I want to ask everyone to reach Network for Organ Sharing, nearly become weeks, then months, then years, and still out to everyone you know and 119,946 people are waiting on life- you wait.” convince them to register to be organ saving organ transplants in America. — Jay Knuckols donor,” he said. “It is really easy to “There are countless heroes out do.” 12 • New Territory Monthly
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alentine’s Day is celebrated across the Local Tales of Love globe. Come A Love Story for the Books: One high school Valentine’s Day, romance finds its fairy-tale ending at the candy, flowers and other gifts are library exchanged between sweethearts in one of the many traditions associated with the holiday. The origins of Valentine’s Day are largely unknown. Some suggest Valentine’s Day was initially a way to honor St. Valentine on the anniversary of his death. Others believe it was the Christian church’sV way of Christianizing the Pagan celebration of Lupercalia, a fertility festival dedicated to Faunus, the Roman god of agriculture. Regardless of its origins, Valentine’s Day is now celebrated by millions and is one of the retail industry’s most lucrative shopping holidays. Many different traditions can be linked to Valentine’s Day. Here is a list of the interesting ways Valentine’s Day is celebrated across the globe. lthough students from rival schools, Patricia South Korea Robb and Joe Vasquez would often meet at In South Korea, men get to enjoy the the George Memorial Library in Richmond spotlight on Valentine’s Day, as women to study together, and it didn’t take long for a romance bestow gifts of chocolate on them. In to develop between the Terry High and Lamar return, a month later men reciprocate Consolidated High students. Following their high with gifts for women on White Day. South Koreans take Valentine’s Day a school graduation, however, the two went separate step further on Black Day, which falls ways, both of them drawn out of the area and eventually on April 14. This is an opportunity for all marrying someone else and rasing families. single people who may not have received What is interesting, though, is that both Robb and Vasquez had Valentine’s Day gifts to gather at restaurants and eat a dish called “black both eventually relocated to North Central Texas. noodles” as they celebrate their singleton status. Over time, as is the case with some marriages, both Robb and Denmark and Norway Vasquez divorced their respective spouses and These Scandinavian countries didn’t really celebrate Valentine’s Day continued on with their until recently, but have now put their own spin on the traditions. Men Acareers and lives. write funny poems or rhyming love notes called Gaekkebrev and send In 2016, however, in them to women anonymously. Women must try to guess their admirers the Spring to be exact, by counting dots that are put on the note that correspond to the number the two happened to of letters in the man’s name. reconnect through Estonia Facebook. In Estonia, Valentine’s Day is a day The romantic spark, more devoted to friendship than romantic they said, was still there love. It is called “Sõbrapäev” in Estonian, and it quickly grew which translates to “Friend’s Day.” Cards stronger and brighter and gifts are exchanged among friends. until they decided they were meant to be Valentine’s Day together. They wanted to try marriage again and were excited about Continued on page 17 the idea of building a new life together. Continued on page 16 14 • New Territory Monthly
New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 14 1/19/17 11:25 AM if need be) and enjoy the and wine, if possible, and afternoon out on a lake or Be unique this sea nearby. don’t forget the blanket. ❤❤ Watch a movie at home on ❤❤ Watch the sunrise and/or mute while the two of you Valentine’s Day improvise the language. This sunset — even better from could make for a really fun hocolates and flowers ❤❤ Get a couple’s the beach. massage at and silly time. Just make up may be staples of fun stuff as you go along; the your favorite ❤❤ Rent a paddle boat or canoe Valentine’s Day, but funnier the better. C spa, or take at your local lake. Spend the many couples take it one step a class on ❤❤ Take a drive to your nearest further and dine out on how to give national or state park. Simply afternoon enjoying each February 14. each other relax, take a walk and enjoy the beauty together. other’s company, and the According to the Retail massages, then go home and Advertising and Marketing practice. ❤❤ Attend a free outdoor lapping of the water against Association’s Valentine’s Day concert. Bring a picnic basket ❤❤ Write a piece of fiction your boat. Consumer Intentions and Actions together. Sit at a coffee shop Survey, 34.6 percent of respondents or at home together and take ❤❤ Play a game of putt-putt golf, indicated that dining out would be turns writing lines. part of their Valentine’s Day or play pool at your local agenda. ❤❤ Create your own perfume or sports bar. A romantic dinner is an ideal cologne together. Look up capper for a day geared around love recipes for these scents ❤❤ Go to a local museum — and affection. But Valentine’s Day is online, or take a class a busy night for many restaurants, so together. Science and art museums are just maybe this year you’d like to try ❤❤ Make a bottle of wine great choices. something new? The following are together, and then plan some unique romantic evening ideas another fun date in the by Amanda Bradbury and Lori future when it will be ready Specializing in Adult and Thayer you and your special to drink. someone can enjoy. ❤❤ Volunteer together. Make Geriatric Medicine ❤❤ Stargaze while laying on a DIY homeless care kits or Accepting New Patients! blanket outside. For added volunteer with a local fun, bring a picnic. organization. ❤ ❤❤ Go to the airport and fly ❤ Visit a local fruit orchard or Syed Gardezi, M.D. wherever you want to go farm and pick your own Internal Medicine (take nothing with you). Primary & Preventive Care Physician Spontaneity will make the fruit or time with your loved one vegetables. Make a pie exciting, adventurous, and from scratch very memorable. with your Office Services: ❤❤ Grab some water guns and bounty. In house lab drawn have a water gun fight. ❤❤ Take a hot air balloon ride. General and sports physicals ❤❤ Draw her a bath and while Get up crazy-early and see State immunizations and vaccines she relaxes, cook a nice the sunrise from the balloon Male and female wellness exams dinner for the two of you to for an extra-special treat. Cardiac workup, ultrasound, and EKG share. For a guy get them a Bring a beverage and snacks to enjoy, like mimosas and beer and let them watch pastries for a sunrise some sports, while you adventure. For a sunset prepare the meal. Primary and outing, wine, apples and Preventive Care cheese would be a hit. 1628-B Crabb River Road Richmond, TX 77469 ❤❤ Movie marathon weekend. 281-545-8090 Pick a trilogy or a series to www.greatwoodprimarycare.com watch and marathon it all Medicare, Medicaid, and all major insurance plans accepted! weekend. Cash patients are welcome! Get a free cholesterol and diabetic screening with this ad! ❤❤ Rent a sailboat (and a captain To advertise, call 281-342-4474 • 15
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Local Tales of Love special day, as important to us as the day we were married. Continued from page 14 The couple married on December 19, 1987. “This year we will celebrate our 30th wedding Considering both of them still had many family anniversary and we cannot imagine life without the and friends in the Richmond area, the refreshed other in it,” Gail said. “God truly blessed us with a couple decided they wanted to marry in Richmond, “second chance at love,” and for that we are very but the exact spot eluded them for a while. thankful.” The search location after location, but nothing “There are so many things I love about Randy, it seemed right. None of the places had the magic is tough to single one out. The things that I they were looking for, that is until they considered recognized very early in our relationship that the George Memorial Library. impressed me were his kind heart, his patience, his The library, as it turns out, was imbued with strong faith, his intelligence and his romantic precious memories of their teenage courtship like nature. I still love and cherish him for those reasons, the hours studying by the windows that overlooked and so many more,” Gail said. the amphitheater. And the more they looked for a “I quickly fell in love with my sweet little venue, the more convinced they became that the Dec. 20, 1987: This photo was taken by a roving Valentine for all that she is, and I knew early on that cameraman on Randy and Gail’s honeymoon at God had brought us together,” Randy said. library amphitheater was where they should say Las Brisas Resort in Acapulco Mexico, which was their marriage vows and begin their “happily-ever- coincidentally given to them in the shape of a — Gail Parker, Sugar Land, Texas after” journey. heart! It was decided. The George Memorial Library was the perfect spot. “We had a lovely dinner and saw the movie Vasquez reached out to the library administration “The River” (with Mel Gibson & Sissy Spacek); to request permission to marry in the amphitheater but it was his thoughtfulness after the movie that and his story was so heartwarming, so inspiring, firmly planted him in my heart on our first date. that the director agreed. After he escorted me to the front passenger seat of So on Sept. 25, 2016 Patricia Robb and Joe his car, and then slid into the driver’s seat, he said he had a little something for “his Valentine”, and Vasquez stood before friends and family and reached under the seat to retrieve his gift. shared their marriage vows, which they had “That lovely heart-shaped box of candy he gave written themselves, and thus began a new chapter Feb. 14, 2016: Gail was wearing two of the gold me was the first cupid-inspired memento I had for these high school sweethearts, at the very same heart necklaces Randy has given her over the years. received in years, nearly bringing me to tears. place where their story began, once upon a time. Though the chocolates disappeared fairly quickly, I still have the beautiful box which I treasure more than the most exquisite piece of jewelry. And from that moment on, the “heart” has been very “Here’s my love story: I married my elementary school sweetheart, Cheryl. “A second chance at love began for significant to us, with Randy often incorporating it in his gifts. Valentine’s Day will always be our March 11 will be 40 years. I have been my beloved hubby and me when we A Red-headed Kind of Love A Special Love with her since I was 6 years old in the first went out on our first date on the Second time Around grade. Valentine’s Day 1985,” said Gail “The thing I love most about my wife is shes a Parker of Sugar Land. red head. What else could beat that on Valentine’s “We have had many wonderful Valentine’s Day? Only two percent of the population are red dates since that first one. They have all been heads, lucky me. She is the most beautiful lady sweet, romantic and special. But the first one is with a heart of gold that I know and love. She is my etched forever in my heart as my favorite. soul mate. A wife that other men dream of marrying “Randy and I had both found ourselves on the receiving end of divorces about a year apart in the early 80’s, with mine being the most recent. We both had children, homes, busy careers and were in our early 30s. While I had yet to think about the possibility of dating again, Randy had just begun to test the waters. We first met two or three weeks before Valentine’s Day 1985 at an adult singles church group, and had some great conversations. So I wasn’t entirely shocked Sept. 27, 1985: Randy and Gail who had been dating when he called to ask me out for that special for several months. This photo was taken on Gail's day, though I was pretty nervous! 32nd birthday. 16 • New Territory Monthly
New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 16 1/19/17 11:25 AM some day. “All of our Valentine’s Days are Valentine’s Events memorable. I always got her a giant chocolate kiss.” at the Library — John Minchew, Pecan Grove, Texas Make your Valentine’s Day Sweeter with Cupids Crafts Show how much you care with a “My fiancé, Dwayne, and I personalized, custom met and had our first date last Valentine that you year on Valentine’s Day make yourself! The Aweekend. Perfect We went Date for crawfish Adult Services staff at and then drinks and have been George Memorial Library will have a DIY craft class by each other’s sides since then “Make Your Own Valentine and we are now engaged and Card” on Saturday, Feb. 11at 10:30 planning our wedding. It’s set am, in Room 2A of the library, located at 1001 Golfview in for November 4, 2017. It was Richmond. one of the best and surprising Get tips and ideas from fellow crafters and create Valentine’s Day cards that will impress your friends and loved Valentine’s Days because I ones. Materials will be provided. Those attending the class expected to be alone and instead should be over the age of 14. I met the most wonderful man. The program is free and open to the public. For more It was the beginning of my love information, call George Memorial Library at 281-342-4455 story.” or the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633- 4734. — Carolyn Bialas, Rosenberg, Texas Creative Cookie-Bouquet Tips For Teens Teens can celebrate Valentine’s Valentine’s Day – Continued from page 14 Day by surprising their sweetheart, family, or friends Wales call on. Women who were not paired up with cookie bouquets that they In Wales, Valentine’s Day is not would light a bonfire and damn the men have created themselves! celebrated. Rather, the Welsh who rejected them. The French Fort Bend County Libraries’ commemorate St. Dwynwen’s Day, government eventually banned the Albert George Branch Library will practice because of rowdy crowds. who is their patron saint of lovers on present a special program January 25. It is customary to gift love- Italy specifically for teens in grades 9 spoons, a tradition that likely stems Italian lovers celebrate Valentine’s through 12, “Young Adult from the practice of sailors carving Day in much the same way as Cookie-Bouquet Decorating,” on intricately decorated spoons of wood Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., and presenting them to women they Americans. One interesting in the Meeting Room of the library, were interested in courting or marrying. Valentine’s tradition in Italy is locking padlocks to different structures, which located at 9230 Gene Street in Needville. France is called “Lucchetti dell’Amore Library staff member Michelle Moreno will demonstrate Considered to be one of (locks of love).” Couples fun ways to create cookie bouquets, basic decorating the most romantic countries attach the locks to bridges, methods, as well as tips and tricks to make cookie-decorating in the world, France can be railings and lamp posts, hassle-free. an ideal place to inscribe their names and This program is made possible through the generous participate in throw away the support of the Friends of the Albert George Branch Library. Valentine’s Day key. The action Proceeds from the Friends of the Library book sales and traditions. The suggests the couple annual membership dues help to underwrite the costs of French have an old will be together special programming and various cultural events at the custom called “une forever. library. loterie d’amour,” which But no matter the The program is free and open to the public. Seating is is a drawing for love. differences in cultures, limited, however, and reservations are encouraged. To Single men and women of Valentine’s Day is a register online at the library’s website http://www.fortbend. celebration of love, all ages once entered houses lib.tx.us”www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, click on “Calendar,” select friendship, companionship that faced one another and “Albert George Branch Library,” and find the program. took turns calling out to one and affection. In this Participants may also register by calling the library at 979- another to find romantic matches. The edition we have some Valentine’s Day 793-4270, or by visiting the library. men could refuse the match and leave highlights for you to consider and the woman looking for another man to enjoy. Happy Valentine’s Day.
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Romantic films perfect Learn how to write a for Valentine’s Day classic love letter Chances are your Valentine’s Day will include dinner, a Today’s digital world has given rise to fast, stinted communications. night out on the town, maybe a bit of dancing and quite According to the Pew Research Center, texting is the most widely possibly some cuddling on the couch with your special used smartphone app, with 97 percent of Americans using it at least someone watching overly romantic movies. So we put once a day. Across the globe, 8.3 trillion text messages are sent each together a list of romantic movies that can add an extra year. That translates to roughly 16 million messages per minute. dash of love to your evening. In addition to text messaging, social media posts are generally concise and short on depth. The written form of communication has An Affair to him when they marry, and they changed dramatically in the last decade, as letter-writing and other continue to build their life together, Remember (1957) forms of prose have all but faded away. Starring: Cary Grant and only being able to rely on each other. But come Valentine’s Day, it can be special to dust off that pen and Deborah Kerr Seems Like Old Times paper to express oneself via the written word in the name of love. Love What It’s About: A handsome (1980) letters are cherished keepsakes that can be kept for years. Such couples playboy (Grant) and a beautiful Starring: Goldie Hawn, Chevy can illustrate a couple’s present-day love for one another and shed nightclub singer (Kerr) have a Chase and Charles Grodin insight on their relationship years later. Here are some steps for writing whirlwind romance on a cruise from What It’s About: Wrongfully a romantic love letter or note. Europe to New York -- despite both turned into a fugitive, a writer seeks ♥♥ Jot down ideas and inspiration. Make a list of attributes being engaged to other people. They the help of his ex-wife, who is now and qualities in a spouse or romantic interest that you would agree to reunite six months later at the married to an attorney. like to highlight. Write down phrases and terms that come to top of Empire State Building, but fate mind. These words can serve as the foundation for the letter. deals them a complicated hand. ♥♥ Categorize your thoughts into three areas. Jot down things that you like and love about the person, things that the person may do for you or your family that you appreciate, and various memories from throughout the years. ♥♥ Write what you know. Do not feel pressured to make this letter more complicated than it has to be. The words will Breakfast at Tiffany’s Pretty Woman (1990) come when you write from the heart. While you can use (1961) Starring: Richard Gere and Julia other letters to spur ideas, do not lose your voice or try to Starring: Audrey Hepburn and Roberts mimic someone else’s work. George Peppard What It’s About: A successful and ♥♥ Make the letter personal and specific. Small details are What It’s About: A struggling wealthy lawyer (Richard Gere) important and make love letters more meaningful. Such writer (Peppard) moves into an travels to Los Angeles for a business details illustrate to a significant other that this letter was apartment building on Manhattan’s trip and hires a female escort (Julia specifically written with them in mind. swanky East Side and becomes Roberts) to accompany him for a ♥♥ Disregard length. The letter does not have to be a certain intrigued by his pretty and quirky week of swanky parties and business length. Whether it is a paragraph or several pages, the letter socialite neighbor (Hepburn). dinners. will be a successs if it says what you want to express. It Titanic (1997) doesn’t have to be long if that’s not your style. Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Writing a love letter can be a wonderful way to express romantic Kate Winslet and Billy Zane sentiments this Valentine’s Day. What It’s About: A seventeen-year- old aristocrat falls in love with a kind, but poor artist aboard the luxurious, ill-fated R.M.S. Titanic. Love Story (1970) Starring: Ali MacGraw and Ryan O’Neal What It’s About: A wealthy Harvard Law student (O’Neal) falls in love with a music student (MacGraw), despite their opposite backgrounds. His family disowns Continued on next page 18 • New Territory Monthly
New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 18 1/19/17 11:25 AM Love and Basketball Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, differences. Fate brings them back 50 First Dates (2004) (2000) and Keira Knightley together years later, and they try to Starring: Adam Sandler and Starring: Omar Epps and Sanaa What It’s About: During the frantic make their summer love transition Drew Barrymore Lathan month before Christmas in London, into lifelong commitment. What It’s About: In 50 First Dates, What It’s About: Quincy (Epps) Love Actually follows eight couples they’re in Hawaii, and after they and Monica (Lathan) meet on the -- all loosely interconnected with each meet, Henry Roth (Sandler) turns basketball court as kids, and their other -- as they fall in and out of love, from a playboy to a devoted love/hate relationship keeps their some finding themselves with the boyfriend—the only problem is the lives intersecting as they live their wrong people and others still girl of his dreams has no short-term individual dreams of playing pro ball. searching for the right people. memory, so she relives the same day Walk the Line (2005) over and over. Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon, Ginnifer Goodwin What It’s About: A chronicle of country music legend Johnny Cash’s life, from his early days on an Arkansas cotton farm to his rise to The Notebook (2004) fame with Sun Records in Memphis, Starring Ryan Gosling, Rachel where he recorded alongside Elvis McAdams, Gena Rowlands, and Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl James Garner Perkins. What It’s About: A poor and passionate man (Gosling) meets a Love Actually (2003) wealthy and adventurous young woman (McAdams) at a carnival one Starring: Hugh Grant, Liam Romantic Films night. They fall in love, but are soon Neeson, Colin Firth, Laura Linney, separated against their will by social Continued on page 26
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On Valentine’s Day love is in the 8 ounces fontina cheese, shredded Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F air, and quite often on the dinner table 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, (190 degrees C). considering most celebrations take shredded Slice dates in half, and open them place over a romantic meal. But 1/2 cup milk up. Pinch off pieces of blue cheese, maybe you don’t want to deal with 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste and place them into the center of the the hustle and bustle of making 1 teaspoon ground black pepper dates. Close the halves of the dates, reservations at restaurant. That’s just 2 tablespoons fine bread crumbs and wrap a half-slice of bacon around fine because here are some Directions the outside. Secure each one with a Valentine’s Day themed meals you’ll toothpick. Arrange in a baking dish Oysters Rockefeller Clean oysters, and place in a large love to make and eat. stockpot. Pour in beer and enough or on a baking sheet with sides to water to cover oysters; add 2 cloves catch any grease. APPETIZERS 2 cloves garlic garlic, seasoned salt, and Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the Don’t just jump into the main seasoned salt to taste peppercorns. Bring to a boil. Remove preheated oven, or until the bacon is course. Warm up the evening with 7 black peppercorns from heat, drain, and cool. crisp. Turn dates over after the first these top picks of appetizers. 1/2 cup butter Once oysters are cooled, break off 20 minutes for even cooking. 1 onion, chopped and discard the top shell. Arrange the Oysters Rockefeller 1 clove garlic, crushed Artichoke Hearts oysters on a baking sheet. Preheat with a Twist 1 (10 ounce) package frozen Gratin oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees Ingredients chopped spinach, thawed and drained C.) Ingredients 48 fresh, unopened oysters 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, Melt butter in a saucepan over 6 canned artichoke hearts, drained 1 1/2 cups beer shredded medium heat. Cook onion and garlic and halved in butter until soft. Reduce heat to 1 teaspoon vegetable oil low, and stir in spinach, Monterey salt and freshly ground black Jack, fontina, and mozzarella. Cook pepper to taste until cheese melts, stirring frequently. 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Stir in the milk, and season with salt 1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano- and pepper. Spoon sauce over each Reggiano cheese oyster, just filling the shell. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon olive oil with bread crumbs. 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges Bake until golden and bubbly, Directions approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Place artichoke heart halves on a paper towel cut-side down to Bacon Wrapped Dates drain for about 15 minutes. Stuffed with Blue Set oven rack about 6 inches Cheese from the heat source and preheat Greatwood Veterinary Hospital Ingredients the oven’s broiler. Line a baking At Greatwood Veterinary Hospital, we are dedicated to providing excellent 1 pound sliced bacon, cut in half sheet with aluminum foil and and compassionate care for your furry, family friends. We offer full veter- 1 pound pitted dates lightly coat with vegetable oil. inary services in our new, spacious 6,500 square foot facility. Our experi- 4 ounces blue cheese Place artichoke heart halves on enced and caring veterinarians and staff strive to provide the best quality care Directions the prepared baking sheet, cut side available for your pets, with an emphasis on client education and an under- up. Season with salt and pepper, standing of your pet’s specific needs. We would like to be partners with you sprinkle with breadcrumbs and in ensuring your pet’s good health and well-being. In addition to full med- Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and ical, surgical, and dental veterinary care, we also offer boarding, grooming, and cremation services. Greatwood Veterinary Hospital has been providing affordable and quality veterinary care to the Fort Bend area for over 15 years. It is our hope that we can meet all your animal’s health care needs with our warm, friendly, and knowledgeable services. To make an appointment for your pet or for more information, please call us at (281) 342-7770 or visit us at 401 Crabb River Road in Richmond. Bacon Wrapped Dates Artichoke Hearts Gratin
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 20 1/19/17 11:25 AM (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet 1 avocado with parchment paper. Directions Combine bread crumbs, In a bowl, mix the crab, shrimp, coconut, sugar, and cinnamon cucumber, mayonnaise, and together in a bowl. Beat egg white parsley. Season with salt, and in a small bowl until frothy. Dip pepper. Cover, and chill until each banana piece in egg white serving. and press into bread crumb Slice the avocados lengthwise, Baked Banana Fritters mixture. Place the breaded Pan-Seared Duck bananas on prepared baking sheet; and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh of the avocado, leaving drizzle with olive oil. do not stack. MAIN COURSE Broil artichoke hearts until Bake in preheated oven until about 1/2 inch on the peel. Spoon browned on top, about 7 minutes. golden brown, about 10 minutes. the seafood mixture into the Pan-Seared Duck Serve with lemon wedges. hollowed centers of the avocado Breast with Blueberry Seafood Stuffed halves. Sprinkle the tops with Sauce Baked Banana Fritters Avocados paprika. Ingredients Ingredients Ingredients 2 teaspoons salt 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup flaked cooked crabmeat 1 teaspoon fresh-ground black 2 tablespoons dry shredded 1/2 cup cooked small shrimp pepper coconut 2 tablespoons peeled and diced 1 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon white sugar cucumber leaves 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1 tablespoon crushed dried 1 egg white 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley rosemary 2 bananas, cut into bite-size pieces 1 pinch salt 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pinch ground black pepper Directions Seafood Stuffed Avocados Preheat oven to 350 degrees F 1 pinch paprika Continue on page 22
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Continue from page 21 blueberry sauce. Serve with oven- roasted potatoes on the side. 4 potatoes, cubed Filet Mignon with Rich 2 pints fresh or frozen blueberries Balsamic Glaze 1/2 cup water Ingredients 1/2 cup apple juice 2 (4 ounce) filet mignon steaks 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped pepper to taste salt to taste 3 slices pancetta or bacon, cut into 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar thin strips 1/4 cup dry red wine 6 shallots, thinly sliced 1/2 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms Directions 2 pounds bok choy, sliced Sprinkle freshly ground pepper 4 (8 ounce) boneless duck breast over both sides of each steak, and halves sprinkle with salt to taste. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Heat a nonstick skillet over 1 tablespoon butter medium-high heat. Place steaks in 2 tablespoons aged balsamic hot pan, and cook for 1 minute on vinegar each side, or until browned. Reduce heat to medium-low, and add Directions Filet Mignon with Rich Balsamic Glaze balsamic vinegar and red wine. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F Cover, and cook for 4 minutes on (190 degrees C). In a small bowl water, apple juice, sugar, and leaves are wilted and the white each side, basting with sauce when mix together the salt, ground jalapeno in a small saucepan. stalk pieces are tender, about 5 you turn the meat over. black pepper, thyme, and Bring to a boil over medium-high minutes. Return the shallots, Remove steaks to two warmed rosemary; set aside. This will be heat, then reduce heat to low, and mushrooms, and pancetta to the plates, spoon one tablespoon of glaze your spice blend for seasoning the simmer until the mixture has skillet, turn off the heat and set over each, and serve immediately. roasted potatoes and the duck reduced to the consistency of aside. Serve with steamed asparagus and breasts. syrup, about 10 minutes. Rinse the duck breast halves baby red potatoes. Place cubed potatoes into a Cook the pancetta in a large and pat dry. Rub the remaining skillet over medium heat until spice blend onto both sides of the 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle Lamb for Lovers with olive oil and sprinkle 2 crispy. Remove the pancetta to duck breasts. Preheat a large Ingredients tablespoons of your spice blend drain on a paper towel, leaving the skillet over medium-high heat, 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top of the potatoes. Toss drippings in the skillet. Add the when the pan is hot put in the 2 (7 bone) racks of lamb, trimmed, the potatoes in the pan until they shallots and the mushrooms to the vegetable oil and butter. fat reserved are evenly coated with oil and hot skillet; stir and cook them Immediately place the duck salt and pepper to taste seasonings. Spread into a single until soft and just beginning to breasts in the pan, skin and fat 4 cloves garlic, minced layer across the bottom of the brown. Remove the shallots and side down. Do not move the duck 1 large onion, diced baking dish and bake for 35 to 40 mushrooms and set aside. Increase breasts until the skin is deep 4 carrots, diced minutes in the preheated oven. heat to medium-high and place the brown, about 5 minutes. Turn the 1 cup celery tops While the potatoes are roasting, bok choy in the hot skillet. Stir breasts and cook until the internal 1 cup port wine stir together the blueberries, and cook the bok choy until the temperature of the thickest part is 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) for 1 cup red wine well done. Remove the duck from 1 (14.5 ounce) can low-sodium the pan and place on a plate, chicken broth covered with foil to rest for 5 5 sprigs fresh spearmint minutes. While the duck is resting, 3 sprigs fresh rosemary place the skillet with the bok choy 1 cup mint apple jelly mixture onto a burner over 2 tablespoons olive oil medium heat to warm through. salt and pepper to taste Slice each duck breast 1 tablespoon garlic, minced diagonally into 1/2 inch strips. 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs Divide the bok choy mixture 2 tablespoons olive oil among four plates and drizzle 4 sprigs fresh mint each serving with 1/2 tablespoon Directions of aged balsamic vinegar. Arrange To Make Demi-Glace: Heat 2 the sliced duck breasts on top of tablespoons olive oil in a medium the bok choy mixture; ladle on
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 22 1/19/17 11:25 AM Grilled Rock Lobster Tails Ingredients 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1/8 teaspoon white pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 2 (10 ounce) rock lobster tails Directions Preheat grill for high heat. Squeeze lemon juice into a small bowl, and slowly whisk in olive oil. Whisk in salt, paprika, Easy Valentine’s Day Trifle white pepper, and garlic powder. Split lobster tails lengthwise with a large knife, and brush flesh side Easy Valentine’s Day Trifle of tail with marinade. Ingredients Lamb for Lovers Lightly oil grill grate. Place tails, flesh side 1 (7 ounce) package jellyrolls, each cut into 3 down, on preheated grill. Cook for 10 to 12 slices minutes, turning once, and basting frequently with 1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix skillet over medium heat, and add trimmings from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. 1 1/2 cups milk lamb. Season with salt and pepper. Brown the fat, Lobster is done when opaque and firm to the touch. 3 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed reduce heat, and add 4 cloves minced garlic, onion, 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries carrots, celery leaves, port, red wine, and chicken SWEETS Directions broth. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker, and Arrange jellyroll slices on sides and bottom of a simmer on Low 8 hours, or overnight. Strain the slow cooker mixture into a saucepan 2 1/2 quart glass bowl or trifle dish. over medium-low heat. Mix in the spearmint, Prepare pudding according to box directions, rosemary, and mint jelly, and simmer, adding more except use only 1 1/2 cups milk; let sit for 5 minutes port, wine, or broth as needed, until mixture leaves to thicken. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. a syrup-like coating on the back of a spoon. Strain Arrange 1/2 strawberries on jellyroll slices; top once more, and keep warm while lamb roasts. with pudding, then remaining strawberries and To Roast Lamb: Place a cast iron or oven-proof whipped topping. Garnish with strawberry halves, skillet in the oven, and preheat to 450 degrees F if desired. (230 degrees C). Rub lamb with 2 tablespoons Cover and chill for 8 hours; serve. olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic. Coat with panko bread crumbs. Strawberries Flambeed in Vodka with Hot Ice Cream Carefully remove the heated skillet from the Valentine’s Day Salad oven, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet, Ingredients 2 large scoops vanilla ice cream, softened and sear lamb on both sides. Return the skillet with Valentine’s Day Salad the lamb to the preheated oven, and continue 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce cooking 5 to 10 minutes, to an internal temperature Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). 1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O 1/4 cup white sugar Pour a small amount of the demi-glace on platter 2 cups boiling water 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries and arrange lamb criss-crossed. Drizzle with more 1 (16 ounce) package strawberries, partially 2 fluid ounces vodka frozen demi-glace, and garnish with fresh mint to serve. Directions 2 bananas, peeled and diced Stir together the vanilla ice cream and hot pepper 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained sauce in a medium bowl. Place in the freezer until 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, firm. thawed (optional) Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Directions Stir in the sugar until dissolved, then add the In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring strawberries. Cook, stirring occasionally until the water to a boil and add gelatin. After gelatin has strawberries are hot. Pour the vodka over the dissolved, add strawberries, bananas and pineapple, berries, and carefully light with a match. Let the mix well; remove from heat. flames burn off, then remove the pan from the heat. Spoon mixture into individual heart molds or a Scoop the hot ice cream into two bowls, then 9x13 inch baking dish; chill until firm. Grilled Rock Lobster Tails Top each serving with whipped topping, if desired; serve. Continue on page 24 To advertise, call 281-342-4474 • 23
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in refrigerator. Valentine Night Strawberries Ingredients 12-16 (more or less depending on the size) large strawberries 4 oz. cold heavy cream 4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature 2-4 Tbsp. confectioner’s sugar (make is as sweet as you like) 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice The Perfect a little vanilla extract Valentine’s Day Valentine Cake Directions Beat the cream cheese and confectioner’s sugar Steak Rub with an electric mixer. Add the heavy cream. Ingredients Continue from page 23 Continue beating until the mixture thickens. Add 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon the lemon juice and vanilla extract. Continue divide the strawberry vodka sauce between them. beating until stiff peaks form. Place in the fridge for 2 teaspoons dried oregano Serve immediately. several hours, or overnight. 1 teaspoon chili powder Cut an “X” into the bottom of each strawberry. 1 teaspoon ground cumin Valentine Cake Fit a pastry bag with a star tip and fill it with the 1 teaspoon salt Ingredients cream. Carefully pipe the cream into the center of 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix each strawberry, allowing some of it overflow from pepper the cuts you made on the strawberry. 1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Serve immediately, or cover with plastic film/ 3/4 cup chopped pecans 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper thawed Directions Directions Drain the cherries reserving juice; chop cherries Stir together the cinnamon, oregano, and reserve. chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, Prepare cake mix according to box directions, garlic powder, onion powder, and adding water to the reserved cherry juice to equal cayenne pepper in a bowl. Place the the amount of liquid needed for cake mix. mixture into an airtight container or Preheat oven to box directions. empty seasoning bottle. Fold the cherries and pecans into the cake mix; stirring by hand. Pour mix into 2 round cake pans and bake in preheated oven. When cake has completely cooled, frost with whipped topping; serve and keep unused portions
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 24 1/19/17 11:25 AM Pick the Perfect Flower ome mid-February, florist to that special someone this Valentine’s delivery trucks can be seen Day. making the rounds through Amaryllis: drama neighborhoods all across the country. Anemone: fragility Such trucks are transporting thousands Apple Blossom: promise of bouquets, plants and other floral arrangements that serve as gifts on Aster: contentment Valentine’s Day. Azalea: abundance According to the Retail Advertising and Bachelor Button: anticipation Marketing Association, florists take in Begonia: deep thinking around $400 million in revenue on Camellia: graciousness Valentine’s Day. Roses may be the most popular flower come Valentine’s Day, but Carnation – many other blooms find their way into the pink: gratitude hearts of excited celebrants as well. red: flashy Flowers can be used to convey love, striped: refusal friendship, compassion, and desire. In white: remembrance VictorianC times, flowers were given yellow: cheerful Orange Blossom: fertility specific meanings because only a few Cosmos: peaceful Orchid: delicate beauty exotic flowers were readily available, and Daffodil: chivalry many of these meanings have withstood Daisy: innocence Pansy: loving thoughts the test of time. Giving a type of flower Gardenia: joy Passion flower: passion that signifies you just want to be friends Geranium: comfort Ranunculus: radiant may not bode well for a relationship when Gladiolus: strength in character Rose – the recipient was hoping for more. As a pink: admiration/appreciation Heather: solitude result, it pays to understand the subtle red: passionate love meaning of flowers to make gift-giving Hyacinth: sincerity red and white: unity easier. Hydrangea: perseverance white: purity The Society of American Florists has Iris: inspiration yellow: friendship compiled the following list of flower Jasmine: grace and elegance Sunflower: adoration meanings from various sources. But in Lilac: first love Sweetpea: shyness spite of these meanings, keep in mind you can always work with a florist to design a Magnolia: dignity Wisteria: steadfast personal arrangement that speaks directly Marigold: desire for riches Zinnia: thoughts of friends
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Romantic Films romantic comedy about a woman husband’s (Carell) world is turned the film from the big screen to who doesn’t believe true love exists, upside down when his wife (Moore) the Broadway stage. Continued from page 19 and the young man who falls for her. unexpectedly asks him for a divorce. ♥♥ West Side Story: “West Side He meets a young bachelor (Gosling) Story” is yet another homage to Slumdog Millionaire at a bar, who teaches him how to “Romeo and Juliet.” But the film (2008) rediscover himself by picking up made Shakespeare’s tragic love story relatable to audiences of Starring: Dev Patel girls at bars. the 1960s. What It’s About: Slumdog The Amazing Spider- ♥♥ My Best Friend’s Wedding: Millionaire portrays a poor man Man (2012) Julianne (Julia Roberts) is called being tortured by the police for being Starring: on to be the “best man” for her too good at Who Wants to Be a When in Rome (2010) What It’s About: Peter Parker Starring: Kristen Bell friend’s (Dermot Mulroney) Millionaire and offers a testament to (Andrew Garfield) always has wedding. Only when the What It’s About: Kristen Bell just how far guys are forced to go to problems—the media hates him, the wedding planning is underway plays Beth, an ambitious New Yorker win over a woman? police hate him, other superheroes does Julianne realize she is in who steals some coins from a famous hate him, and he’s constantly love with her friend and needs love fountain in Italy during her struggling with his love life because to get him to fall for her instead. sister’s wedding. Because of her of it. ♥♥ Never Been Kissed: A reporter theft, she’s chased down by Danny goes undercover at a high DeVito, Will Arnett, Jon Heder, and school to discover something Dax Shepard, who are under a love controversial and ends up being spell. (500) Days of the subject of her story when Summer (2009) Crazy, Stupid, Love she falls in love with her English Starring: Zooey Deschanel, (2011) teacher. Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Geoffrey Starring: Steve Carell, Ryan This Means War ♥♥ Harold and Maude: A man in Arend Gosling, and Julianne Moore (2012) his twenties and a much older woman begin a romantic What It’s About: An offbeat What It’s About: A middle-aged Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine and Tom Hardy relationship and challenge social norms along the way. What It’s About: Two top CIA ♥♥ Annie Hall: Winner of four operatives wage an epic battle against Academy Awards, “Annie Hall” one another after they discover they follows a comedian who is are dating the same woman. trying to maintain his relationship with a woman. Other Honorable ♥♥ Bridget Jones’ Diary: A Mentions: modern adaptation of “Pride ♥ ♥ Say Anything: In pursuit of a and Prejudice,” the movie tells woman he believes is out of his the tale of a self-conscious social league, Lloyd Dobler woman who finds love in a man (John Cusack) creates hope for that seems to be her polar Salman Aly, MD Sarfraz Aly, MD the underdog in us all. The PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN INFECTIOUS DISEASE opposite. movie inspired teens to raise SPECIALIST ♥♥ Ten Things I Hate About You: • Board Certified in Internal their boom box radios over their Medicine • Board Certified in Infectious Filmmakers reinvented “The heads and blast romantic tunes • Experienced in Geriatric and Diseases and Internal Medicine Taming of the Shrew” in this Hospital Medicine • Hyperbaric & Advanced to illustrate their love. teen comedy starring Julia Stiles • Botox, Dermal Fillers, Wound Care ♥♥ The Wedding Singer: This Low T Syndrome • Travel Medicine quirky movie about a wedding and Heath Ledger. • Hyperbaric & Advanced singer who falls for a banquet ♥♥ Casablanca: No romantic Wound Care waitress highlights the movie list would be complete For appointments call: For appointments call: importance of loving each other without this wartime drama. 832-886-4774 832-886-4994 for what makes you unique. Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid ♥♥ Once: Attraction between the Bergman are in top form in this main characters comes by way movie of chance meetings. Now Accepting New Patients At Both Locations of creative musical ♥♥ The Princess Bride: Girl meets In Sugar Land And Wharton collaboration. Music proves to boy, girl detests boy, girl truly be an aphrodisiac, making the loves boy, and then girl loses Sugar Land: 1201 Creekway Dr. • Suite B film and the song “Falling boy. This fairy tale shares the Sugar Land, Texas 77478 Slowly” from its score so popular. purity of true love and happily Wharton: 979-282-6151 • 10141 US 59 • Wharton, Texas, 77488 This romantic tale helped take ever after.
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 26 1/19/17 11:25 AM Help Flowers Last Longer lowers of all shapes, sizes, #3 Watch flower placement: food help nourish the blooms. In the colors, and aromas can Sunlight and heat may dry out the trials, most of the blooms remained F make popular gifts this blooms. Prolong the life of flow- strong for three to four days. February. Prolonging the life of ers by placing them in the darkest, beautiful blooms is a priority for coolest area of the home. #5 Purchase immature blooms: those who want their Valentine’s Although many desire an arrange- Day arrangements to endure for as #4 Treat the water: To preserve ment of all opened flowers, bou- long as possible. Florists and other flowers, do your best to reduce bac- quets that have some closed buds experts differ with regard to the teria, provide a food source for the or those that are just beginning best methods of preserving flow- flowers and manage the pH so that to peek out will likely last longer ers. Here are some ideas to try. the uptake of water will continue to than bouquets that have already be strong. Sugar can be an adequate bloomed. The flowers will continue #1 Trim stems before immers- food source. Gardenista, a to open and wilting flowers can be ing in water: The natural floral arrangement and removed to make room for the oth- emollients and sap in the gardening resource, ers. stems of flowers may tested a variety of cause a film to form methods for pre- over the bottom of the serving flowers stem after it is initially and found much of cut. This can reduce the the same results flower’s uptake of water. across the board. To alleviate this, cut the These included vin- stems once the flowers are home. egar and sugar, conven- A 45-degree angle allows for the tional flower food, bleach, absorption of the most water. aspirin, and a penny. The You can recut them at each water bleach, aspirin, copper pen- change as well. ny, and vinegar work as antibacte- rial agents. The sugar and the plant #2 Clean vases of bacteria: Be sure that vases or other vessels you use to hold flowers are completely clean. Bacteria can cause the flow- Let them know ers to decompose prematurely. Use you're from here! a diluted bleach-and-water solution to clean vases thoroughly between uses. Advertise with us today! Call Ruby, Stefanie or Samantha, your monthly magazine representatives. Call Today! 281-342-4474
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DISTRICT NEWS: Fort Bend ISD Annual Color Guard The preliminary report that is set Preview to be released will include ratings in four of the five new domains, and no Fort Bend ISD’s Department of overall grades. In information Fine Arts will host its third annual Color Guard Preview on Wednesday, provided to districts in December, the February 15 at Hopson Field House TEA noted that the targets used to (3335 Hurricane Lane, Missouri City determine the preliminary January 77459) at 6:30 p.m. This event will 2017 ratings are subject to change, showcase exhibition performances of and the final targets are scheduled to the District’s Color Guard be adopted in the Texas organizations representing the band Administrative Code in spring 2018. programs at nine of the District’s high In anticipation of the public release Janis Longmire, formerly with Austin High School is now the principal of schools including Bush, Clements, of the preliminary report, FBISD Elkins, Hightower, Kempner, Lake Olympia Middle School. Superintendent Dr. Charles Dupre Marshall, Ridge Point, Travis and Rodney Chant reiterated the District’s commitment Willowridge. Please take this FBISD Board of to continuous improvement despite opportunity to come out and support Trustees names new Chant named how the state chooses to measure and the efforts of these talented student principal for middle FBISD athletic performers as they beautifully report student performance. integrate movement with music. “I regret that our state legislature school director Admission is free. has chosen to implement an A-F During a recent Called Meeting, the rating system that does not accurately Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees Fort Bend ISD has found its man TEA to publicly represent the teaching and learning approved Janis Longmire as principal for the vacant athletic director release preliminary that occurs each day, nor recognizes of Lake Olympia Middle School. She will replace Deirdre Holloway who position. FBISD trustees on Dec. 12 the growth our students achieve “work in progress” was appointed FBISD’s Director of made hires including Rodney Chant toward reaching their full potential State and Federal Programs. Longmire as the new director of athletics. ratings in A-F due to the work of our outstanding, has served as Associate Principal of Chant comes to FBISD from accountability system dedicated teachers,” said Dupre. Austin High School since 2014. Pasadena ISD, where he currently The Texas Education Agency is “Neither the current or future state With 10 years of experience in serves in the same capacity. expected to release preliminary accountability system will cause us to education, Longmire brings strong Prior to that, he was the assistant ratings in a newly-created and still- change our focus on meeting the leadership skills to Lake Olympia Middle School. Her dedication to the athletic director for Pasadena ISD. developing A-F accountability needs of each unique student in students and staff of FBISD has Chant began his coaching career in system that is set to take effect in FBISD. We know it is incumbent allowed her to build relationships and 2003 at Pasadena Memorial High August of 2018. upon us to inspire and equip our create a positive learning environment. School — coaching a little of House Bill 2804, passed by the students for futures beyond what they “I believe all students can succeed. everything but his only varsity head 84th Texas Legislature, changes the can imagine, and our mission is not As the proud daughter of a severely coaching experience was in tennis. current accountability system from a changing.” disabled Vietnam Veteran, it is my core Chant earned his bachelor’s in all four index system to a five domain belief that no obstacle is too big to level physical education with a minor system, with each campus and the Fort Bend ISD’s overcome,” Longmire shared. “We are in speech from Howard Payne District receiving six A-F letter Annual Dance all born to be GREAT, and while each one of us may venture down a unique University. He also obtained a grades: one grade in five domains Showcase master’s degree in mid-management pathway, the journey is what equips us and an overall grade. Mark your calendars for Monday, to enjoy our final destination.” from the University of Houston – In a resolution calling for state February 27 and plan to attend Fort She began her career with FBISD in Clear Lake. legislators to repeal the new system, Bend ISD’s annual Dance Showcase. 2006 as a Special Education teacher for He replaces current interim and the Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees Hosted by the District’s Fine Arts four years, then as a Campus long-time director Keith Kilgore — noted that the majority (55 percent) Department, the Dance Showcase will Improvement Specialist. She then Killgore previously held the position of the A through F grades will be highlight the originally choreographed served as Assistant Principal from 2012 works of students in the dance programs to 2014. Her entire tenure with FBISD for 20 years until 2012. based on the State of Texas Kilgore stepped in after his at each FBISD high school. has been at Austin High School. Assessment of Academic Readiness The event will be held at Wheeler Longmire holds a Master’s of replacement Philip O’Neal resigned (STAAR), a high-stakes, Field House (16403 Lexington Blvd., Education and a Bachelor’s degree in to take the athletic director position at standardized test that does not Sugar Land 77479), beginning at 7 p.m. Business Management from Indiana Mansfield ISD. accurately measure student learning. Admission is free. Wesleyan University. 28 • New Territory Monthly
New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 28 1/19/17 11:25 AM HEALTH ROUND-UP Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital Receives Texas Ten Step Re-Designation
emorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital was again designated as a Texas MTen Step facility by the Texas Department of State Health Services. The program encourages breastfeeding as the preferred feeding method for newborns and infants. Memorial Hermann Sugar Land has been designated a Texas Ten Step facility since 2011. Based on the World Health Organization (WHO)/UNICEF’s Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, the program aims to assist birth facility’s support of breastfeeding mothers before, during, and after delivery; encourages them to identify breastfeeding resources for the mother after she is Each morning Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital managers and directors participate in a safety huddle to address any operations concerns or anticipated issues. discharged; and assists facilities in improving on national performance measures such as the Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) “There are many long term Breastfeeding Report Card. benefits of breastfeeding to “There are many long term both baby and mother.” benefits of breastfeeding to both 3 Years — Ann Kingery, RN, IBCLC Running baby and mother,” says Ann Kingery, Certified Lactation Consultant, RN, IBCLC certified lactation Memorial Hermann Sugar Land. consultant, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land. “This re-designation Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Focused on Trusted Vision Care acknowledges our commitment to offers a wide array of women’s support breastfeeding and give our services including an outpatient For more than 65 years, we’ve been providing quality new moms and their babies the best lactation center, high risk pregnancy eye care for patients of all ages. Give us a call today! possible start.” clinic as well as a 10-bed Level II Larry Wilkinson O.D. Ouida Middleton O.D. Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Our full range of comprehensive eye care joins a growing number of Texas services at family-friendly prices, including: (NICU). birth facilities that are supporting Memorial Hermann Sugar Land n Eye health care for all ages new mothers and their decision to is also a recipient of a 2016 n Treatment of eye diseases breastfeed. The goal of the Texas Ten Malcolm Baldrige National Quality n Immediate care for eye emergencies Step Program is to increase Award, the nation’s highest breastfeeding initiation rates to 82 Presidential honor for performance n Full line of fashion and budget eyewear percent. excellence. n LASIK evaluation and co-management Texas Ten Step facilities are asked Memorial Hermann Sugar Land n Specialists in contact lens fit and comfort to address 85% of the Ten Steps to is located at 17500 West Grand Faris Ohan O.D. Successful Breastfeeding, be Parkway South, Sugar Land, TX n Most insurance plans accepted designated as a Texas Mother- 77479. For more information call Friendly Worksite, evaluate their 281-725-5000. breastfeeding policies, maternity care 281-342-4664 practices and educate all healthcare www.VisionTrends.com Dr. Larry Wilkinson & Associates 4000 Avenue I • Rosenberg, TX staff routinely with evidence-based Health Round-Up Therapeutic Optometrists Family Owned and Operated since 1949 courses. Continued on page 30 To advertise, call 281-342-4474 • 29
New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 29 1/19/17 11:25 AM SCHOOL NEWS Health Round-Up • Continued from page 30 Handling Valentine’s Day when you have diabetes Celebrating a holiday can be day, shift your attention to all the tabs on your sugar levels challenging for those with diabetes, fun things you can do with your throughout the day, and always as sweet treats are a part of many valentine. Fill the day with activities weigh the benefits and drawbacks holiday celebrations. Come such as ice skating or sightseeing. of the foods you eat. Valentine’s Day, chocolates, candy Even though the weather may be ❤ Include smart substitutions. and rich desserts can often be cold, it’s possible to enjoy the great Many favorite foods are available in found on the menu, which can outdoors. Dress appropriately and low-sugar or sugarless varieties that prove problematic for those who enjoy a walk in the park, or do are diabetic-friendly. Lean toward have to watch their blood-glucose something out of the ordinary, like low-carb offerings and foods that levels. sledding. If you must retreat are relatively low in fat. Baking your chocolate kisses or other candies. Diabetics may be tempted to indoors, watch a romantic movie. own treats or cooking your own Instead, choose toys or keepsakes, indulge in too many sugary foods ❤ Plan ahead when changing meals will give you greater control such as heart-shaped erasers or on Valentine’s Day. Fortunately your diet. It’s often possible to work over the ingredients used in your scented stickers. individuals do not have to put their small amounts of a particular recipes, and that can pay big Moderation is key when health in jeopardy in the name of dessert or food into your normal dividends in terms of health. managing diabetes around Valentine’s Day, as there are many meal plan by adjusting what you ❤ Send nonfood items into the Valentine’s Day. Place a greater healthy ways to celebrate with eat for the rest of the day. If you plan classroom. Diabetes affects people emphasis on time spent together, some minor tweaks. ahead for a bite of chocolate, you of all ages. When sending valentines entertainment and socialization ❤ Focus on fun, not food. Rather can balance out sugar levels by into the class for children, do not rather than potentially unhealthy than making food the focus of the eliminating something else. Keep accompany the cards with treats. TF162870 Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital Receives 2016 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award emorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital has been named a recipient of the 2016 Malcolm Baldrige NationalM Quality Award, the nation’s highest Presidential honor for performance excellence. US Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker made the announcement recognizing Memorial Hermann Sugar Land for its outstanding commitment to sustainable excellence through innovation, improvement and visionary leadership. “This recognition reaffirms what we set out to do each and every day and that is to provide the very highest level of safe, high quality health care Members of the perinatal staff at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital celebrate being re-designated to all of our patients,” says Greg Haralson, Senior as a Texas Ten Step facility. Pictured left to right: Megan Oggero, RN, Margaret Cotlar, RN, Melissa Brunke, RN, Vice President and CEO of Memorial Hermann Jennifer Bernhardt, RN, Julie Fonseca, RN, Ann Kingrey, RN, Susan Isaac, RN. Sugar Land. “We’ve always seen our overarching strength as ‘family caring for family’ and this sustainable textiles. Their visionary leadership is Memorial Hermann Sugar Land for achieving recognition doesn’t happen without the helping to power the economy and increase our this national recognition for high quality and commitment and dedication of every member of ability to compete globally,” said Secretary Pritzker. performance,” said Dr. Benjamin K. Chu, the Memorial Hermann Sugar Land family. I’m “The Commerce Department proudly supports President and CEO of Memorial Hermann proud of our team and for the care we provide the these four outstanding organizations for their Health System. “This recognition is a testament residents of Sugar Land and Fort Bend County.” unwavering commitment to performance to the unwavering commitment of our employees Since the healthcare category was introduced in excellence and their dedication to always reaching and affiliated physicians; it’s extremely 1999, only 21 healthcare organizations nationwide higher.” gratifying to see our Memorial Hermann Sugar have been awarded the Malcolm Baldrige National Nationally, more than 1,600 applications have Land team, and their keen focus on delivering Quality Award. Memorial Hermann Sugar Land been submitted since the program was established exceptional end-to-end-patient care experiences, becomes the first Houston area hospital and the in 1987. To date, just 113 awards have been given celebrated on the national stage.” third in Texas to win the prestigious award. in six sectors, education, healthcare, manufacturing, The 2016 Baldrige Award will be presented at “This year’s honorees are trailblazers in non-profit, service and small business. an April 2017 ceremony during the Quest for innovation, small business, health care and “I am incredibly proud of the team at excellence conference in Baltimore Maryland. 30 • New Territory Monthly
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PHOTO CONTEST
Who doesn’t love a good photo? We definitely do! And what’s more, we would love photographs submitted by you, our cher- ished readers. With a new year upon us, the New Territory Monthly is introducing the New Territory Monthly Photog- raphy Contest. Amateur photographers of all skill levels are invited to submit original photographs that depict a certain theme, which we will reveal each month. The first theme of 2017 is: Nature. The deadline to submit is: Monday, March. 6, 2017 at 5 p.m. While we will leave the creativity up to you, please do not submit any photos that are sexual, violent or graphic in nature. Just keep in mind entries will be seen by the general public, so they should be ap- propriate for all ages to view. Additionally, the photographer — who must or black and white, must be at least 4x6 inches and on The Fort Bend Herald website. identify themselves by first and last name and and have a resolution of at least 300 dpi. Winning photographs will be determined by age — is also responsible for obtaining verbal Entries need to be emailed to Marquita Griffin members of the magazine team, who will or written release for public use of the photo at [email protected]. Please write “New base their rulings on the following criteria: from all identifiable individuals in the photo- Territory Monthly Photography Contest” in relationship to theme, composition, focus, graph submitted. The photographer accepts the subject line. lighting and creativity. Photographers will all liability from the use of a photo where this be anonymous until after the judging is com- A 1st place and 2nd place winner will be iden- release has not be obtained. plete. tified, with the first place winner receiving a All entries must be digital, original, unpub- free copy of the magazine that showcases his There is no fee for entering the contest. lished and the work of the person submitting or her photo. Winners will be contacted by If you need more information or have any it, and only one photo may be entered per per- email. Additionally, all photographs will earn questions email Marquita Griffin at mgrif- son. The photographs, which can be in color recognition on the magazine’s Facebook page [email protected].
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Photos by performance by The Killer MEMORIES BY ELVIA Dueling Pianos. Sponsors for the Gala consisted In early December the Central of: Legacy Ford as the Jingle Bell Fort Bend Chamber held its Rock Sponsor; Finnegan Auto Annual Gala, a Winter Soiree. Group as the Deck the Halls Guests arrived in style and were Sponsor; Johnson Development as greeted by Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Here Comes Santa Claus snow, Nutcrackers and enjoyed a Sponsor; and Safari Texas Ranch as full night of fun. Awards were the Joy to the World Sponsor. presented to the 2016 Distinctive Premium sponsors included: Service Honorees, Jeff and Ann AccessHealth; CenterPoint Energy; Council for their continuous McDonald & Wessendorff service made within the Insurance; OakBend Medical community and Chamber. Jeff Center; Si Environmental, LLC; Council served as President of the Texas State Technical College and Board for the Rosenberg- Wharton County Junior College. Joe Gurecky, Gurecky Manufacturing Services; Doris Gurecky, Gurecky Manu- facturing Services Richmond Area Chamber of The Home for the Holidays Commerce in 1973, 1986 and Sponsors are: Classic Chevrolet, 1987, with Ann serving as the first Dillon CPA’s PLLC, EHRA female Board Member since its Engineering, Fort Bend Herald; inception. The Councils continue Garcia – Martin & Martin P.C; to display great leadership within Greater Fort Bend Economic Fort Bend County. Jeff Haley with Development Council; GreenScape Si Environmental, LLC was also Associates, LLC; Gurecky presented with an award for his Manufacturing Services; Memorial excellent service as the Chamber’s Hermann Sugar Land Hospital; 2016 Chairman of the Board. The Norma Montalvo Petrosewicz P.C; Gala featured photos with Santa Republic Services, Inc.; Sterling and Mrs. Claus, a tree decorating McCall Lexus; Thomas J. Crayton, contest, a silent and live auction CPA, LLC; Vincent Morales filled with goodies for the whole County Commissioner – Elect family. All who attending danced Precinct 1 and 24 Hour Fitness the night away to a live USA, Inc.. Freddy Lopez, Expert Collision Center; Amanda Lopez
Christin McDonald, McDonald & Wessendorff Insurance; Ali McDonald, McDon- ald & Wessendorff Insurance; Danielle Biermann, Jared Biermann, Jones|Carter; Kathryn Robinson, Heritage Texas Properties; Garet Robinson; Michelle Messina, Regina Morales, Central Fort Bend Chamber; Jeff Council; Ann Council; Jeff Haley, Tamara S. Osina DDS PA; Debbie Gaona Si Environmental LLC 32 • New Territory Monthly
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Bring the cash and they’ll have the nationwide displaying rare pieces. glass. “This is definitely an event you The Houston Glass Club is will enjoy,” Miller said. “Building C keeping tradition alive by hosting its is all Glassware and Pottery and glass event of the year in Rosenberg building B is the antique show with this month. Silver, Jewelry, Art Glass and Quilts.” For more than 30 years, the club, Feb. 17 is the opening from 6 p.m. which is devoted to sharing the to 9p.m. Wine and a light buffet will history of glass, has hosted its annual be served to guests. glass and antique show at the Fort “This is your chance to beat the Bend County Fairgrounds. crowds and buy that special piece “We will have two buildings filled that is missing from your collection,” with a wonderful variety of antique Miller said. and collectible glassware and Tickets are available at the door or antiques from 1870-1980. There are you can reserve them by calling 713 specialists in many categories -410-4780. The hours on Saturday including Depression Glass, are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 American Brilliant Cut Glass, a.m. to 4 p.m. Carnival Glass, Pattern Glass, Art “You can broaden your horizons Glass and Pottery,” said Max Miller. by studying the history of “The range of merchandise for sale is glassmaking,” Miller said. “The more varied than ever. Collecting dealers who participate in the show trends change and we try to keep up are carefully chosen and each bring with current interests.” years of knowledge to share with This year’s annual Houston Glass customers. Come out and discover Show and Sale and Best Little how beautiful and rewarding having Antique Show in Texas will run from this hobby can be.” Feb. 17, 18 and 19 at the fairgrounds, For additional information visit located at 4310 SH 36. www.maxmillerantiques.com or visit Max Miller Antiques at The Market Nationally Recognized Place 10910 Katy Fwy Houston, TX The show is one of the top-rated every weekend Friday, Saturday and shows of its kind in the nation — and Sunday. one of the largest, with glass dealers
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New-Territory-FEBRUARY-2017-FINAL.indd 35 1/19/17 11:25 AM complex neurological conditions — treated in sugar land.
At the Neuroscience & Spine Center at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, our physicians collaborate across specialties to diagnose and treat common to complex neurological disorders. With innovative and advanced treatment options, we provide the most comprehensive care close to home.
Our team of physicians treats a variety of disorders, including
Alzheimer’s disease and memory disorders Muscular atrophy Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Myasthenia gravis Back and neck pain Neuromuscular disorders Brain and spinal tumors Parkinson’s disease and Epilepsy and seizures movement disorders Headaches and migraines Peripheral neuropathy Multiple sclerosis (MS) Sleep disorders Muscle and nerve injuries Stroke
For more information, visit houstonmethodist.org/sugarland-neuro, or to schedule an appointment, call 281.274.7979.
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