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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2021 PUBLISHER

John Rutherford | john.rutherford@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Connie Clark | connie.clark@lifestylepubs.com

THIS ONE IS FOR THE MOMS!

Michael Kotze | michael.kotze@lifestylepubs.com

BOERNE, IT’S TIME TO APPRECIATE THOSE SPECIAL WOMEN IN OUR

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

LIVES...MOTHER’S DAY IS ON THE HORIZON AND THIS MONTH WE ARE

Siena Gagliano

DEDICATING MAY TO THE OCCASION, AND ALL WOMEN ALIKE. Whether

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you’re a mother, a daughter, a grandmother, or a friend, there is something special in this issue just for you. The weather is beautiful outside, and it is a perfect time for our community to celebrate the amazing things the ladies in Boerne do for us. We have packed this issue with loads of fun activities, tasty recipes, and provided you with the best tips for a wonderful flower garden.

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Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER

Jayme Emery CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Whitney Grunder, Lori Hawkins, Shawna Holly, Tammy Jordan, Madison Jusko CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

We also take a moment for some incredible women to share a bit of the wisdom

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they have learned over the years. Each and every age will take away something meaningful after reading this special edition. At Boerne Lifestyle, we believe it is important to appreciate those that mean the most to us. Don’t forget to treat those special ladies in your life this month — and to all the Mothers out there, Happy Mother’s Day. In memory of my wonderful uncle, Walter A. Klingman of Boerne. Rest in peace Walter, you are loved and will be missed dearly.

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ON THE COVER Introducing Dr. Shalini

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Boggarapu of Pediatrics of Boerne. Dr. B graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center with an MD in Pediatrics in 2014. As a pediatrician, she finds fulfillment in

being available for families when they

are in need, and for parents in particular

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2021

FEATURES 12 Recipes For Success Boerne Women Who Excel at Their Professions

22 J. Forks Designs – Crafting Unique Treasures, Each With a Story to Tell Southwestern Inspired Designs in the Heart of the Hill Country

24 What Would You Tell Your Younger Self ? Three Boerne Women Share Their Wise Words

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26 Flowers Ready to Plant in May Helpful Tips From Hill Country African Violets and Nursery

22 DEPARTMENTS

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Local Limelight

Trend Setter

22 Local’s Choice 24 Inspired By 26 Locally Owned 28 Travel Destination 30 Parting Thoughts 32 Realty Report 34 Lifestyle Calendar

GOOD TIMES 1.

MARCH AND APRIL ACTIVITIES IN BOERNE From the Annual Chocolate Walk to the Annual Corvette Show, Boerne residents and visitors had a great time. The first Boerne After 5 Mixer theme was Celebrating April - Native Plant Appreciation Month and The Mayor's Monarch Pledge. Young entrepreneurs picked up their backpacks in preparation for Lemonade Day. And Diva Night and a Main Street Cruise added more fun.

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PUCKER PAL INVESTORS Bird Imports Lovorn & Ogle, PLLC The Nitsche Group - Barrett Houser Pediatrics of Boerne

Penguin Suits Rapid Express Carwash of Boerne The Rivers Team at Phyllis Browning Co. The UPS Store at Leon Springs #3550

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AROUND TOWN

TOUR DE BOERNE Tour de Boerne is a bike ride that will take you through the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Towns included in the routes are Boerne, Waring, Welfare, Luckenbach, Sisterdale, and Comfort.

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You will be challenged along the way and welcomed back to Don Strange Ranch for a BBQ meal, cold craft beer and great conversation. Oh, the stories we will tell! Tour de Boerne is a Christian organization dedicated to giving back to those in the Boerne community who are in need. https://tourdeboerne.com/

BOERNE FIRST SATURDAYS Residents and visitors alike have enjoyed shopping, sipping and savoring the fabulous downtown shops and restaurants on the first Saturdays of April and May with another planned for

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the first Saturday in June. See the sights along the Hill Country Mile and stop in refreshments in the variety of shops, restaurants and breweries. Check out the art galleries' wonderful works of art. Purchase those "must have" items for yourself or gifts for loved ones. Venues are open until 8:00 p.m. on these First Saturdays.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

BOERNE WOMEN WHO EXCEL AT THEIR PROFESSIONS

JORJA DURDEN MARKETING DIRECTOR, GRIT CO. WWW.GRITBUILT.COM I believe GRIT Co. is a successful business because of the foundation GRIT Co. was built on and the employees that make up and believe in our organization. We believe in The Lord and honoring Him in all we do. And we have true leaders, designers, and craftsmen that are passionate about the work they do — all on the same team! CHEROKEE ROSE MALBEC SANGRIA** + 2 Bottles of Cherokee Rose Malbec + 1 C Frozen Strawberries, Thawed + 1 C Frozen Blackberries, Thawed + 1 C Frozen Black Cherries, Thawed + 1 C Frozen Blueberries, Thawed + 2 C Freshly-Squeezed Orange Juice + 1 1/2 C Brown Sugar Simple Syrup + 1 1/2 C Spiced or Dark Rum + 1 C Triple Sec + 1 Large Sprig of Rosemary In a large jug or bowl, mix all the berries. Muddle with a wooden spoon. Add orange juice, simple syrup, rum, and triple sec. Stir together and muddle a bit more. Add the wine and the sprig of rosemary. Mix well. Refrigerate overnight. Serve in the vessel of your choice and garnish with orange wheels, fresh berries, and/or rosemary sprigs. **My father-in-law started Cherokee Rose Vineyard in 2015 as a passion-project for our family. With the help of volunteers, we all hand-pick the grapes and transfer them to Bending Branch winery in Comfort where Dr. Bob Young creates, bottles, and sells Cherokee Rose Malbec!

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Recipes For Success

JOI SANDERS OWNER/CO-MGR/WINE SPECIALIST, RICHTER FAMILY RESTAURANTS WWW.RICHTERBOERNE.COM

Our businesses at 153 Main Street are becoming more successful and we have finished the set up (building the structure, hiring our central team and creating a basic theme). My ultimate goal is always a moving target. What has helped us move this project forward is being flexible and always coming up with new ideas. Opening the restaurant during the pandemic made us think outside the box most of the time and what we thought it was going to look like when we started isn’t what came to fruition. Having a great partner and team is the best. Every time Guy and I disagreed on a design or plan it made the outcome better. Our team of managers is incredibly creative, hardworking and open to new ideas. Becoming part of the Boerne community is the fun part of my work. Working with our good friends at the Chamber, HCWIB and EDC has made us! Working with other businesses in Boerne has been great and I really feel like the saying “a rising tide raises all boats” is true. CROSS CHANNEL BLISS + 1.5 oz Irish Whiskey + 0.5 oz St. Germain + 0.5 oz Lemon + 0.5 oz Honey + Splash Ginger + 2 Dashes Whiskey Bitters Shake and pour into coupe glass and garnish with orange zest. CONTINUED >

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DAINELLE SCOTT REALTOR, RISE PROPERTY GROUP WWW.THERISEPROPERTYGROUP.COM The recipe to our success is keeping our models around God, Family and Business - in that order. We serve our clients as if they were part of our family and work every day to leave a legacy everywhere we go. So whether we are doing business with you or not - we treat you with respect, integrity and kindness. I love Bill Miller’s Sweet Tea as a go-to drink.

DARCEE GRIVEL GM/DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, VINTAGE RECONSTRUCTION INC. WWW.VINTAGETX.COM What makes us successful is the “heart beat” that runs through our family-owned business. Our success includes faith and we care about our employees, our customers and our community. We’ve been in business since 1987 and we continue to learn and grow as a company. I can think of so many good beverages to choose from – probably a really good red wine – a Cabernet or Chianti would be my first choice.

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BECKY SURBER REALTOR, THE SURBER GROUP WWW.THESURBERGROUP.COM After 25 years in the real estate industry, I’m familiar with every aspect of the home buying process and how complex it can be. My team strives to create an immersive experience for every client, guiding them through each step and pulling out all the stops! I am continually blessed with amazing clients who are truly the key to our success. A refreshing Green Tea with a splash of peach is my go-to drink.

SUSAN JOHNSON PRESIDENT/PROVIDER, BOERNE VISION CENTER WWW.BOERNEVISIONCENTER.COM Together with my husband Michael as the office manager and the lead optician we have grown this family business into two clinics in three years while serving thousands of families in the Texas Hill Country and surrounding communities. I am an optometric glaucoma specialist and therapeutic optometrist and residency-trained in primary eye care with a concentration in ocular disease. Our focus is providing excellent customer service with friendly, highly trained staff and cutting-edge technology to expertly diagnose and treat all of your vison-related needs. When I order a drink, it is usually a Shirley Temple cocktail.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

M I C H A L WA E C H T E R FOUNDER/CEO, WAECHTER CONSULTING GROUP WWW.WAECHTERCONSULTING.COM We are committed to providing new and established medical practices with customized business development strategies to optimize business performance and grow patient volume. We afford our clients a savings of time, money and resources and allow them to focus on caring for their patients. Throughout the pandemic we were able to be proactive, get creative and maintain momentum. And we helped our clients do the same! My three favorite beverages are Starbucks French Roast from my Keurig, Diet Coke from a fountain machine and Cinco Vodka with Topo Chico. My three favorite parts of the day!

RACHEL HIGGINBOTHAM AU.D., ESTES AUDIOLOGY HEARING CENTER WWW.HEARLIFEAGAIN.COM I believe I am successful because I absolutely love what I do. I get excited about helping people hear better with less effort, re-connect with loved ones, and get back to enjoying their lives. TEXAS MARTINI + 1.5 oz Agavales Tequila + 1.5 oz Cointreau + 1.5 oz Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice + .5-1.5 oz Simple Syrup (based on sweetness preference) Fill shaker with ice, add ingredients, shake and strain into salt-rimmed martini glass.

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TREND SETTER ARTICLE MADISON JUSKO | PHOTOGRAPHY KATE COOLEY/COOLEY PORTRAITS

the 40 over 40 project

HELPING WOMEN TRULY RECONNECT WITH THEMSELVES, SEE THEIR BEAUTY & SPIRIT THE WAY OTHERS ALREADY SEE THEM

“I AM TRUTHFUL, GENTLE AND FEARLESS AND I CAN TAKE ON THE WORLD. I TRY TO DO MORE OF WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY. I AM BLESSED TO EXPERIENCE LIFE, WISDOM, AND THE INSIGHT I’VE GAINED OVER THE YEARS.”

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“ONE THING I LOVE ABOUT AGING — AND I DO LOVE AGING — I’VE GOT A WISDOM THAT NO YOUNG PERSON CAN BUY. You earn it.” - Suzanne Somers

“THERE ARE DAYS WHEN I WISH I HAD THE 21-YEAR-OLD BERNIE BODY AND LESS WRINKLES ... HOWEVER THE 56-YEAR-OLD BERNIE HAS LEARNED THAT BEAUTY STARTS FROM THE INSIDE. I HAVE A CHARACTER NOSE, CURLS THAT DO AS THEY PLEASE AND CURVES. SO I JUST TRY TO ENJOY LIFE TO THE FULLEST, ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVES, EMBRACE THE IMPERFECTIONS AND NOT BE SO HARD ON MYSELF. “

Did you know women over 40 account for more than 25% of America’s total population?* Beauty doesn’t diminish with age - it evolves. There’s incredible value in climbing life’s mountains, being comfortable in your skin, and learning from your mistakes. Culture may tell you that attractiveness has an expiration date, but we think it’s time to revolutionize the beauty standard. Women over 40 are significantly underrepresented in media, and we want to fix that. Cooley Portraits is seeking to photograph 40 Women Over 40 this year, and we would love for you to be one of our models. In the 40 Over 40 Project, we aim to celebrate the beauty of aging through stylized depictions of our models’ unique femininity and strength. Our luxurious photo shoot experience and gallery exhibition is designed to help women of all ages learn to embrace themselves exactly as they are. Join us on this adventure to transform the definition of beauty. All women over 40 are invited - your shape, size, style, and age are the brushstrokes that make you a masterpiece. The Cooley Portraits experience is custom tailored to YOU, and our professional glam squad will be completely available to prep you for your portrait. This is your chance to leave a mark, to represent a stage of life filled with grace and freedom. Women 40, 50, and 60+ are welcome with open arms. Want more details? Learn how you can participate in Cooley Portraits’ 40 Over 40 Project here: www.cooleyportraits.com/40over40 *Statista Research Department, Jan 20, 2021

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

J . F O R K S D E S IG N S – C R A F T I N G U N IQU E T R E A S U R E S , E AC H W I T H A S T O RY T O T E L L

Cody Ackel

SOUTHWESTERN INSPIRED DESIGNS IN THE HEART OF THE HILL COUNTRY Jenny Forks and Hallie Forks

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“DARE TO BE BOLD,” THE FIRST THREE WORDS

website or stop by the Main Street studio to find your

YOU WILL READ ON HER WEBSITE … THEY ARE

own handmade treasure. J. Forks Designs also special-

THE MOTTO AND THE ESSENCE OF JENNY FORKS

izes in graphic tees (the styles are endless – check out

OF J. Forks Designs. Jenny Forks crafts vibrant, colorful,

her rodeo inspired, southwestern, Texas, religious, and

one of a kind jewelry, each piece with its own original

even holiday tees!). Beyond the tees, shop for fash-

story to tell. You can visit Jenny’s Southwest-inspired

ionable looks for every occasion, including adorable

Boerne studio in-person or check out her beautifully bold

dresses, tops, blouses, and even kids clothing. J. Forks

designs online at jforksdesigns.com. Jenny’s upbringing

Designs also offers Warpony, a stylish athletic line for

in the outdoors of the southwestern United States com-

the toughest workout to help women realize their own

bined with her own Native American roots is reflected

strength and potential. J. Forks Designs empowers

through each piece she creates. Her jewelry and acces-

each and every woman to look and feel her best as she

sories utilize semi-precious gemstones. These treasures

steps out in the world to tell her own story, just as Jenny

contain stunning turquoise hues, bronze, leather, and

Forks continues to do as she shares her gifts with the

pearl accents. Browse each authentic design on her

Boerne community and beyond.

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W WHAT WOULD YOU INSPIRED BY

TELL YOUR YOUNGER SELF?

THREE BOERNE WOMEN SHARE THEIR WISE WORDS

KIRSTEN COHOON, 451ST DISTRICT COURT JUDGE As a child, we moved constantly. I would tell my younger self not to dread each move. Make new friends and keep in touch with those friends when you move again. I would stress that you do not need to look to others for approval; you are good enough. I would try to convince myself to find a church home with each new move and get connected. I would remind myself that life is bigger than right now. Study hard and have fun - preferably in that order! Kirsten Cohoon

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WISE WORDS AMY STORY, PRESIDENT/CEO, BKCEDC

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Focus on the big picture. Don’t give minor irritations more weight than they deserve. Do things outside of your comfort zone. It provides a great sense of accomplishment to push yourself to do something you thought impossible. Align yourself with people who bring out the best in you and them. They will hold you accountable and are the ones who will be there through good times and bad. Always have a Plan B. Don’t focus on regret, but on the future. Every experience helps shape you into the person you become. Do the best that you can do.

Amy Story

Nicole Bishop

NICOLE BISHOP, DISTRICT ATTORNEY You don’t know everything and you can be wrong. Seek out the opinion of others. Learn to take criticism. Receive it, consider it and, if necessary, adjust accordingly. If you can’t admit your mistakes, you’ll keep making them. In all relationships, be yourself and set boundaries. Never compromise yourself for the approval, acceptance or love of others. When people dismiss, disrespect, or mistreat you, it says more about them than you. Stay firm in who you are, treat them with grace, and move on. Finally, God really does have a plan for you, and your determination, honesty, faith, and kindness will keep you on the right path.

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LOCALLY OWNED HELPFUL TIPS FROM HILL COUNTRY AFRICAN VIOLETS AND NURSERY

EVEN WITH THE ICY WEATHER IN FEBRUARY ACROSS TEXAS, WE CAN STILL EXPECT SOME PRETTY BLOOMS IN THE NEXT MONTH OR SO AT AREA NURSERIES. Spring is here and Lori Hawkins, the Manager at Hill Country African Violets and Nursery

f lowers ready to plant in may

provided a list of plants that can be planted in May. SUN-LOVING PLANTS: Plumbago This plant has beautiful dark blue or white flowers on a large shrub of 3 to 5 feet. This tends to freeze down in winter and comes back from roots in the spring. Hibiscus The tropical variety will not survive the winters so move those pots inside. The plant can get up to 5 feet tall and there are many different colors and varieties. The perennial varieties will freeze to the ground but come back in the spring. We carry Moy Grande known as the dinner plate hibiscus in red. The Texas star hibiscus has beautiful flowers in red or white.

Vinca/Periwinkle This plant comes in upright or trailing varieties. There are many colors to choose from: lavender, white with red center, peach, white and red pink to strawberry.

This colorful foliage can be planted in baskets and pots, not the ground. Colors include orange, pink, purple, white, red, tangerine and fuschia to name a few.

Sages There are many varieties of sage. The Texas sage is a shrub that has beautiful lavender flowers. Bees love these

Purslane This is great for baskets with trailing leaves and lots of colors. The bees love it!

flowers. They usually bloom around the time it rains. Henry Duelberg variety is a smaller bush 18 to 20 inches tall with blue stalks of blooms. Russian Sage is a tall silver lacey foliage with light blue flower spikes and grows to 4 feet tall.

Butterfly Weed

Deer tend to stay away from most of the sages.

This 3-to 4-foot bush is a must for monarch lovers. Monarchs feed on the leaves before making their cocoon, usually on or close to the plant. It has beautiful orange and yellow flowers.

Salvia Leucantha/Mexican Bush Sage This blooms later in the summer but very showy with tall purple stalks that look almost furry on the gray/green velvety bush. Salvia Greggie comes in

Lantana This is a great hot weather plant that comes in many colors and varieties. Trailing varieties only get about 1

many colors and becomes a shrub - usually evergreen and blooms all year. It is very common and does not need much care.

foot tall but can get 3 to 4 feet wide. There are bush varieties that get 4 feet tall and dwarf bushes only

SHADE-LOVING PLANTS:

get about 2 feet tall. It comes in yellows, purples, red,

Turks Cap

oranges, pinks, fuschia, and many others. Greggs Blue Mist This fuzzy light blue flower is a butterfly favorite.

This plant makes a large bush of red or pink flowers. Impatiens These need more water than most other plants and come in many colors.

Pentas This is another bee and butterfly favorite which grows about 10 to 12 inches tall. There is a graffiti variety in different colors that works in beds or pots. 26

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Caladiums The colorful leaves add a great contrast in any pot or flower bed.

ARTICLE LORI HAWKINS

Bougainvillea

Dark Blue Plumbago

Bougainvillea

Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia Leucantha)

Turks Cap

Purslane

Hibiscus

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

M OUNTAIN

SHADOWS A BOUTIQUE ESCAPE IN PARADISE (VALLEY) ARTICLE KRISTIN HEGGLI PHOTOGRAPHY MOUNTAIN SHADOWS RESORT SCOTTSDALE + DAVE SANSOM PHOTOGRAPHY

MOUNTAIN SHADOWS SET THE BENCHMARK FOR DESERT LUXURY AND DISTINCTIVE DESIGN WHEN IT FIRST OPENED IN 1959. Reopened in 2017, this boutique retreat has been completely re-envisioned from the ground up. Set in the shadow of Camelback Mountain in the town of Paradise Valley, the resort sits just ten minutes from Old Town Scottsdale’s renowned dining, shopping, nightlife, and art galleries. Contemporary design is infused with a dash of 1950s modernism and abundant natural light. Choose from chic resort guestrooms and twostory lofts in the luxurious wing of residences.

Photography Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale Dave Sansom Photography

When it comes to planning your Paradise Valley escape, keep an eye out for the resort’s annual summer sale, taking place May 14 to 20 and offering the best rates of summer. Celebrating something special? Make it memorable by reserving the Sip, Saber & Savor Experience, an immersive culinary experience for two with private events including a Champagne sabering, Spirited Sipping Seminar, and Food for Thought class. Treat yourself to a true boutique experience at Mountain Shadows that’s relaxing yet invigorating. The resort’s iconic views and Paradise Valley location create a true sense of retreat, while the best of the Valley is still easily accessible, from horseback riding to local dining. This sleek getaway is an ideal resting stop for the design-forward, modern traveler. MountainShadows.com 28

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PARTING THOUGHTS

ARTICLE SHAWNA HOLLY AND TAMMY JORDAN

Facebook Groups and Book Clubs A GREAT WAY FOR WOMEN TO CONNECT AND SHARE

THE HILL COUNTRY WOMEN'S GROUP WAS CREATED IN 2018 BY SHAWNA HOLLY OF CIBOLO CREATIVE MEDIA CO. to provide a place for women from the Hill Country and greater San Antonio areas to meet new friends, network, and support small businesses and non-profit organizations in our community. Since then, the group has grown to over 1200 members and each month, a small portion of them meet to participate in various activities and events in and around Boerne; supporting a new small business each month and a new non-profit each quarter. With no dues or applications, joining is commitment-free and easy. Our Hill Country Women's Group consists of members of our wonderful Texas Hill Country community who come from all stages and walks of life. We have small business owners, florists, nurses, therapists, baristas, teachers, stay-at-home-moms, lawyers, social workers, artists, marketing experts, accountants, retirees, and more. See hillcountrywomensgroup.com/giving-back for details. TAMMY JORDAN, AN ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT MONAT GLOBAL started a book club to bring women together that were interested in community, self-improvement and professional development. We met once a week, on Monday mornings, for about an hour - hour and a half. I started with choosing the book that we would read and then, eventually, asked for recommendations from other members.

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Depending on the book, I assigned the chapters

plus so there were lots of different topics. We spent

to be read before the next meeting. We started

the last 20 to 30 minutes discussing a "Hot Topic"

each meeting sharing highlights over the past week

which was always a lot of fun!

that we experienced in our personal lives and then

I ended each meeting with the "assignment" of the

moved on to a discussion about the book. Members

chapters to read for the next meeting. I sometimes

shared favorite parts of the story, personal experi-

printed motivational quotes to give each member as

ences similar to what we read, thoughts on charac-

they left our time together to give them something to

ters and their actions, etc.

think about over the next week. These were often tied

One of the things we did that I think most of us

specifically to the book we were reading.

enjoyed was Hot Topics. When I started this, I asked

We met routinely over a year and half, members

each member to write down on an index card "Hot

coming and going. A select few showed up each

Topics" that they would like to talk about with the

week without fail. Due to COVID, many dropped

group. It could be anything! I saved all the cards and

out even when we offered to meet via Zoom. I am

brought them to each meeting and would pull out 1-2

considering starting up again, but will definitely be

cards to present to the group (all anonymous). We

making some changes to the format and structure,

had women in the group that ranged from 30 to 70

to mix things up.

“ O n e o f t h e t h i n g s w e d i d t h at I t h i n k m o s t o f u s e n j o y e d wa s H o t T o p i c s . W h e n I s ta r t e d t h i s , I asked each member to write down on an index card “Hot T o p i c s ” t h at t h e y w o u l d l i k e t o ta l k a b o u t w i t h t h e g r o u p.”

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REALTY REPORT

BOERNE

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Miralomas Graden

$700,550

$687,500

98%

4.5

Fair Oaks Ranch

$639,000

100%

4.5

Anaqua Springs Ranch

$1,149,000

$1,150,000

100%

4.5

Fair Oaks Ranch

$630,000

$657,000

104%

Balcones Creek

$649,000

100%

3.5

Kendall Point

$695,000

$740,000

107%

Oak Forest

$799,000

100%

River Valley Estates

$667,597

$673,841

101%

4.5

Deer Meadow Estates

$625,000

$632,500

101%

3.5

Setterfield Estates

$615,000

$620,000

101%

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MAY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

ANNUAL HEAL THE SOUL 5K/10K RUN

LEMONADE DAY

BOERNE MARKET DAYS

Main Plaza in Boerne

Children have the opportunity to

Since 1850, Main Plaza has been a

Kendall County Women's Shelter will

plan and implement a business by

center point of trade. Today, Main

hold its Annual Heal the Soul 5K/10K

setting up a booth and selling lem-

Plaza is home to a magical outdoor

Run and 1 mile walk through the

onade. Go the the Greater Boerne

market that blends the traditions of

winding roads through neighbor-

Chamber of Commerce's website for

the Texas Hill Country with the cre-

hoods and along the Old No. 9 trail.

more information.

ations of today’s culture. Hundreds

Main Plaza

Throughout Boerne

Family fun festivities include a vendor market. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. with the race taking off at 8:00 a.m. Show your support of victims of domestic violence and their children.

of festive booths display everything

from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern innovations. Opens at 10:00 a.m. May 8 and 9.

BOERNE ART WADDLE

The "Flats" Community and Main

Street Galleries

QUILTFEST, VINTAGE TRUCKS, & ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL

7 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. On May

Enjoy the Gallery "Waddle" and Meet the Artists Receptions on May 8 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

22 CHAMBER AWARDS GALA Cana Ballroom

The AgriCultural Museum& Arts Center

visit the booths of local and area

The Greater Boerne Chamber of

Beautiful quilts will be hung at The

artists in the "Flats" community and

Commerce will host its annual Awards

Agricultural Museum & Arts Center

approved Main Street locations. Fine

Gala, presented by Bandera Electric

from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Own

art, pottery, all media and pho-

Cooperative. We are excited to rec-

a Vintage truck? Preregistration is

tography sold and demonstrated.

ognize the fantastic 2020 accom-

not required. An Antique Tractor Pull

davidquerbach@eventsoffmain.com

plishments of our resilient business

will also be taking place! Artists are

community!

welcome to paint En Plein Air on

Parking. Open Bar Cocktail Hour

location during the event. Bluegrass

- 6:00 p.m.; Program and Dinner

and jazz music will entertain and

Service - 6:45 p.m.; Entertainment

food trucks will be available.

and Dancing - 8:00 p.m.

Complimentary

Valet

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Boerne Lifestyle | May 2021