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APRIL 2021 PUBLISHER
Jimmy Darden | jimmy.darden@lifestylepubs.com 405.541.5650 MANAGING EDITOR
Spring's Here!
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ALLERGIES ASIDE, I'M SO EXCITED TO SEE WINTER TRANSITION INTO SPRING,
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AND WITH IT THE RIOT OF COLORS FROM BUDDING REDBUDS, FORSYTHIA,
Dana Rudolph
FLOWERING QUINCE AND OTHER TREES AND BUSHES. Flowers, too: crocus, daffodils, primrose, tulips, pansies... Spring is truly a feast for all the senses. We hope you'll find this magazine a "feast" as well. Or maybe smorgasbord is a better
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Jerri Culpepper, Lindsey Davies, Staci Elder Hensley, Brooke Barnett
term, as the topics explored within run the gamut.
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We think you'll especially enjoy the piece on Cameron Bartlett, who gained celebrity
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status as a guest on the very first episode of season 21 of Worst Cooks in America. Writer Brooke Barnett said she never laughed as much during an interview as she did for this story, in which Cameron's parents, Chad and Helen Bartlett, lead pastors of Norman’s GoChurch.tv, also participated. Since Earth Day falls in April, we've also included one eco piece. It's a listicle showcasing some of the upscale options in the area for those who love to look good without spending a fortune, while also helping save the planet! We asked (via social media) for people's suggestions for upscale businesses that offer like-new vintage or second-hand, brand-name clothing and accessories. Each has its own fashion niche; we've included their websites so you can check them out yourself. Also in this issue: + Vicki Anderson, vice president and commercial lender for 1NB, shares her thoughts
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore
and experiences on the ground women have made (and broken) in the profession in
ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor
general and the large roles they play at 1NB.
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
+ Dr. Ben Bigbie, one of the few Mohs surgeons in Oklahoma whose practice has
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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2021
FEATURES 22 Eco Fashion Vintage and Second-Hand Shops Offer Opportunity to Build Your Wardrobe While Helping Save the Planet
26 Meet 1NB’s Vicki Anderson Bank Values Women as Leaders, Offers Special Program for Women Customers
32 Cameron Bartlett An Interview with One of the Worst Cooks in America
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40 More Than Skin Deep New Surgical, Lab Options Make Most Skin Cancers Curable
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1. Instant Connections | 2. City Connection with Councilwoman JoBeth for Ward 6 and Embark Manager of Customer and Community Engagement Kristen Torkelson | 3. Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Mr. Handyman of Oklahoma City | 4. Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for HTeaO Oklahoma City SW | 5. “Leading a Team Remotely” Virtual Business Briefing with Jim Friedemann of FocalPoint Consulting | 6. Virtual ribbon cutting for Fundación Manos Juntas
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NONPROFIT LAUNCHES BENEFIT LIP SYNC BATTLE
or any other group gathering at Projected Parties’
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma is holding
5,000-square-foot building. Watch a movie, slide
a Lip Sync for Kids’ Sake fundraiser—and they need
show, play video game or project anything you
YOUR help! Team members raise funds for the local
want on the 40-by-15-foot projection wall or
BBSOK chapter. Once $900 or more is raised, teams
70-by-44-foot projection floor. Learn more and
can enter their own solo, duet, trio or group music lip
schedule online at projectedparties.com. Located
sync video to be judged live (American Idol-esque) on
in Norman at 325 Opportunity Drive.
April 9. Celebrity host is Jennifer Leigh from Magic 104.1; judges are Stephanie O’Hara, Jennifer Baker and Mike Hosty. FMI, visit LipSyncNorman.org.
PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM PRESENTS COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONS The Pioneer Library System will present two virtual community conversations in April as part of its annual PLS Reads initiative.
NORMAN LEARNING COACH NAMED OKLAHOMA TEACHER OF THE YEAR Jessica Eschbach, an innovative learning coach from Norman Public Schools, was named the 2021 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year in a virtual ceremony in March. Eschbach teaches technology integration for all grades. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy
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Hofmeister made the announcement, which comes
focuses on the theme of this year’s PLS Reads, which
with $10,000 in cash and prizes, including the use of
is centered on the book The Other Wes Moore by
a vehicle for a year to tour the state as Oklahoma’s
Wes Moore. The virtual presentations will take place
next teacher ambassador.
at noon Thursday, April 8, and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday,
Eschbach has been teaching for seven years,
April 20. Danne Johnson, Constance Baker Motley
all in Norman, including roles as a social studies
Professor of Law at the Oklahoma City University
and English teacher at Alcott Middle School. As an
School of Law, will lead the discussions.
innovative learning coach, Eschbach works with
As part of PLS Reads, PLS will host virtual book
teachers across the district to improve instruction
discussions of “The Other Wes Moore” monthly
and integrate new learning techniques and educa-
through October, culminating with a visit by the
tional technology in their classes. She is based at
book’s author in November.
Norman North High School.
Find out more about any of the programs online
Beginning July 1, Eschbach will assume full-time
at PioneerLibrarySystem.org/events/pls-reads.
Teacher of the Year duties, which include speaking
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engagements and encouraging others to enter or remain in the profession. She will succeed Jena Nelson, of Deer Creek Public Schools, who will continue to tour the state until July as the 2020 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.
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OHCE SETS QUILT SHOW The Cleveland County Oklahoma Home and Community Education will hold its annual quilt show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 7, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 8 at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 601 E Robinson, Norman. The theme this year is “Building a Beautiful World, One Quilt at a Time.”
Their first years. Our first priority.
Admission is $5, which also gives entrants a chance to win a quilt. Additional quilt prize tickets are $1 each or six for $5. Proceeds from the quilt show help fund four scholarships, which will be awarded to high school seniors in Cleveland County Demonstrations will be given by OHCE members, and an antique bed turning will be performed throughout both days. The event also will feature a bazaar area for shopping and door prizes.
SHOP OFFERS UNIQUE FLORAL EXPERIENCE Looking for something a little different in floral arrangements? Stella Rose Floral & Home, 2596 W. Tecumseh Road, Norman, offers custom arrangements for every occasion. Visit the shop’s Stem bar for Fill a basket Friday—the shop staff can prepare stems for a gorgeous farm-to-table presentation. Stella Rose also offers studio and fine home products, including Voluspa, Lizush and Finchberry, as well as modern Mont Blanc vases and pottery. Stella Rose specializes in one-of-a-kinds to make your pieces timeless. For more information, call 719.7690 or visit StellaRoseFloral.Business.site Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle. com/Cleveland County using the Get In Touch link
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Traditional IRA vs Roth IRA WHICH IS BEST? BOTH EXCELLENT WAYS TO SAVE FOR RETIREMENT
SO, YOU’RE CONSIDERING INVESTING IN AN IRA AS A WAY TO SAVE FOR RETIREMENT. Great! But which is better: a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA? Read on to learn about some of the differences between the two. Still unsure? Consulting a financial advisor is always a good idea; I’d love to discuss all your options with you.
Traditional IRA vs ROTH IRA: What’s the Difference? When you’re comparing IRAs, there are three major actions to consider: Contributions, Accumulation and Distributions. Contributions in Traditional IRAs are tax-deductible in the year made, while there are no tax deductions for contributions for Roth IRAs. This
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What can I contribute? The 2021 combined annual contribution limit for Roth and Traditional IRAs is $6,000 ($7,000 if you’re
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Other investment options? IRAs are excellent vehicles to save for retirement. But to take full advantage of these accounts and avoid any trouble or penalties, be sure to follow the contribution limits, income rules and deduction limits. Due to these complexities, it may be best to contact a financial advisor to ensure you’re maximizing your IRA.
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VINTAGE AND SECOND-HAND SHOPS OFFER OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR WARDROBE WHILE HELPING SAVE THE PLANET
DRESSING FASHIONABLY DOESN’T HAVE TO COST AN ARM
AND A LEG. Whether your personal style is fun and funky, frilly and feminine, understated and sophisticated, or something entirely different, the Oklahoma City metro area is rich in second-hand clothing, vintage and thrift shops that offer something for just about anyone. By purchasing recycled clothing and accessories, you have the added satisfaction of knowing you’re helping save the planet. Many of the shops also allow you to get back some of your investment in clothing and accessories by purchasing those items you no longer like, have no further use for, or that don’t fit. We’ve compiled a list of just a few of the places you may wish to check out. It’s not an exhaustive list; we included places that were recommended and that offered a more upscale inventory. However, know that there are many other options out there, including thrift shops that specialize in helping out those members of our community who need a helping hand. Know that your donations to these shops are much needed and appreciated—just not the focus here.
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CLOTHES MENTOR 3208 S. Broadway Edmond, OK 73034 285.8867 | Edmondok.ClothesMentor.com
1282 N. Interstate Drive Norman, OK 73072
The proprietors of Clothes Mentor in Edmond believe
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that “we can all be the difference in the world.” Their
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website states, “By recycling and reusing current
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Plato's Closet buys and sells gently used clothes, shoes,
fashions, we are creating a sustainable lifestyle that
handbags and accessories for guys/girls in their teens
you will be proud to be a part of. At our stores you can
and twenties. They carry many top-name brands and
find like new designer clothing at up to 70% off mall
styles at up to 70% less than regular retail prices.
store prices. All of our clothing, shoes, handbags and
Plato’s Closet also pays cash on the spot for gently
accessories are gently loved, and actually like new. We
used items that are in current style and in great condi-
only buy pieces that are in great shape, on trend, or
tion. According to the Plato’s Closet website, only 15%
classic and timeless.” The shop’s inventory comes from
of clothes is recycled; it takes 2,000 gallons of water
customers with beautiful designer and name-brand
to make one pair of jeans; and shoes take 30 years to
pieces in their closet that just don’t get worn. Clothes
decompose. So do the planet a favor (as well as your
Mentor offers on-the-spot cash for women’s clothing
pocketbook) and check out their great offerings.
sizes 0-26, shoes, accessories and handbags.
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LIMB BOUTIQUE
1724 24th Ave. NW
1751 NW 16th
Norman, OK 73069
Oklahoma City, OK 73106
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UPTOWN
OUT ON A
#uptownfinds Located in OKC’s historic Plaza District, Out on a Uptown Cheapskate buys what you loved yester-
Limb sells clothing, jewelry and accessories, as well as
day and sells what you want today. Bring in your
home goods, house plants/pots and stationery.
gently used clothes, shoes, bags and accessories for cash on the spot, and snag amazing deals on the brands you love. Selling to Uptown Cheapskate also is easy! Bring in your clean, stylish clothing, shoes and accessories, and their trained buyers will select the items they wish to purchase
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and make you a cash offer or 25% more in store
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credit on the spot. Any items they are unable to
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purchase, due to style, wear or condition, they will
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donate to a local charity on your behalf (or you can take these items back with you).
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AND SPEAKING OF VINTAGE… In researching this piece, we learned about a few antique and vintage shops offering a wide variety of fun merchan-
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dise, including houseware, furniture, artwork and clothing/
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isn’t an exhaustive list—the metro area has numerous such
Etsy.com/shop/JackLovesJillVintage
hopefully this will whet your appetite to seek out a few of
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these often hidden gems. Whether you’re looking to add
accessories, that we thought we’d share with you. Again, this shops (as do towns only a short drive away, like Purcell), but
interest to a room in your house or seeking a one-of-a-kind Look to this site for upcycled/vintage clothing
gift, you can feel good knowing you are helping the Earth by
and accessories (shoes, purses, belts, hats,
repurposing and recycling yesterday’s goods.
scarves, etc.) for adults and children, as well as housewares—all sourced here in Oklahoma.
A R T I FAC T O RY 106 East Main St. Norman, OK 73069 640.5397 | Artifactory-108868.square.site Artifactory is described as a place to embrace the past through art—an art studio, shop and gallery, this is your one-stop shop for everything art and vintage.
T H E V I N TAG E R O S E 219 W. Main St. Norman, OK 73069 397.3709 | On Facebook Antique, vintage, repurposed and lots of unique treasures.
S & J M A R K E T P L AC E 210 E. Gray St. Norman, OK 73069 321.1242 Walk through the past at this vintage and antique market, featuring multiple vendors’ booths. Just a few of the items you’ll find: antique/vintage jewelry and housewares, books/magazines/comics, posters, and multigenerational collectable figurines.
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Meet 1NB's Vicki Anderson BANK VALUES WOMEN AS LEADERS, OFFERS SPECIAL PROGRAM FOR WOMEN CUSTOMERS
VICKI ANDERSON, VICE PRESIDENT AND COMMERCIAL LENDER FOR 1NB, RECENTLY SHARED HER THOUGHTS AND EXPERIENCES ON THE GROUND WOMEN HAVE MADE (AND BROKEN) IN THE PROFESSION AND THE LARGE ROLES THEY PLAY AT 1NB. The bank even offers a special program, First Ladies, that is tailored to its women customers. WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB IN BANKING? I was lucky early in my career to start in a position where I could develop relationships with customers.
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Vicki Anderson
YOUR EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND?
best interest. My parents taught me the value of hard
I earned my bachelor of science degree in market-
work, to live by the Golden Rule and the value of mutual
ing from Southwestern Oklahoma State University
care within the community, and this has carried over to
and my MBA from Oklahoma City University.
my career as a community banker.
OTHER THAN TELLERS, BANKING HAS
DO YOU BELIEVE YOUR BANK IS ESPECIALLY
TRADITIONALLY BEEN A MALE-DOMINATED
SUPPORTIVE OF WOMEN—BOTH AS
FIELD, RIGHT?
EMPLOYEES AND PROSPECTIVE CUSTOMERS?
This may have been true in the past, but the bal-
1NB is supportive of all its employees. When I
ance is shifting, and more women are taking positions
began working for 1NB in 2015, I was impressed by
of leadership. The banking industry has made great
the longevity of employees; many have tenure that
strides in paving the way for women. At 1NB, we are
expands for decades.
proud to invest in our female leaders. Our bank’s officer structure is composed of 75% females. Banking
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE WAYS YOU/YOUR
is a wonderful career choice for women, with many
BANK IN GENERAL CAN HELP BOTH WOMEN
opportunities for growth and advancement.
AND MEN THAT MAY NOT BE WIDELY KNOWN? Women are important to 1NB. That is why we
DO YOU BELIEVE THAT, AS A WOMAN, YOU
have an exclusive program developed with ladies
BRING ANY SPECIAL INSIGHTS, SENSITIVITIES,
in mind, First Ladies. It’s an exciting way for women
KNOWLEDGE OR OTHER TRAITS THAT SERVE
customers to enjoy quality social functions, the fun
YOU WELL OVERALL IN THIS FIELD AND IN
of group travel and the joys of friendship in a com-
YOUR CURRENT POSITION?
fortable, well-organized and safe environment. To be
As a woman, I bring compassion, empathy and a
a “First Lady,” a customer must have a minimum of
servant’s heart attitude, which serves relationship
$10,000 on deposit with 1NB. It can be a combina-
banking well. I want my customers to feel valued and
tion of accounts—for example, a CD, checking and
to know I can be trusted to always do what is in their
savings. There is no age requirement. Under the
A s a w o m a n , I b r i n g c o m p a s s i o n , e m p at h y a n d a s e r va n t ’ s h e a r t at t i t u d e , w h i c h s e r v e s r e l at i o n s h i p b a n k i n g w e l l . I w a n t m y c u s t o m e r s t o f e e l va l u e d a n d t o k n o w I c a n b e t r u s t e d t o d o w h at i s i n t h e i r b e s t i n t e r e s t. M y p a r e n t s ta u g h t m e t h e va l u e o f h a r d w o r k , t o l i v e b y t h e G o l d e n R u l e a n d t h e va l u e o f m u t u a l c a r e w i t h i n t h e c o m m u n i t y, a n d t h i s h a s c a r r i e d o v e r t o m y c a r e e r a s a community banker.
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT
Bartlett
Cameron
AN INTERVIEW WITH ONE OF THE WORST COOKS IN AMERICA ARTICLE BROOKE BARNETT
ON THE VERY FIRST EPISODE OF SEASON 21 OF WORST COOKS
A popular show on the Food Network, Worst
IN AMERICA, CAMERON BARTLETT OF NORMAN PROUDLY
Cooks in America recruits novice cooks with
SERVED MASTER CHEF CARLA HALL HIS FAVORITE SIG-
poor cooking skills from around the nation. The
NATURE DESSERT. Known as “Cameron’s Famous Fudge,” his
competitors go through a culinary boot camp,
concoction included butter, marshmallows, white chocolate and
receive on-site training on cooking techniques,
gum drops, and he explained that he would give it to his friends
and ultimately cook a restaurant-quality, three-
every year at Christmas.
course meal for the show’s master chefs in
One bite later, Chef Carla offered the following advice: “Don’t do that to anyone anymore. Ever.”
hopes of winning a $25,000 cash prize. Nominating Cameron seemed completely
The fact that Cameron ended up on the Worst Cooks in America
natural, given his track record in the kitchen.
did not come as a shock to his parents, Chad and Helen Bartlett,
“Once when he was making sugar cook-
lead pastors of Norman’s GoChurch.tv. “It’s like he was born without taste buds,” Chad says, laughing. “He is just truly terrible in the kitchen.” Cameron doesn’t dispute the fact that his culinary skills might leave something to be desired. “I have a horrible track record in the kitchen,” Cameron admits. “My friends have endured my cooking for years. Some of them have ended up in the hospital. True story!” Chad and his wife, Helen—longtime fans of the show—saw a call for nominations for future contestants.
ies, he misread the recipe. Instead of one and one-half cups of sugar, he put in 11 cups instead,” Chad recalls with a laugh. “Another time when he was making cookie bars, he added equal parts baking soda and sugar. They literally foamed in your mouth.” To the family’s surprise, Helen received an email from the Food Network shortly after submitting their nomination. Cameron then filmed a cooking demonstration to submit
“It seemed like the perfect opportunity,” Chad explains. “Not
as his official audition for the show. He pre-
only can he definitely not cook, but he is truly entertaining. He’s
pared the Barefoot Contessa’s Chicken Pot
just such a funny person.”
Pie recipe with “a twist”. The twist ended up CONTINUED >
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Cameron displays the winning lobster risotto in the green room on set of Worst Cooks in America.
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)
Cameron Bartlett on the set of The Food Network, where he was a guest of Worst Cooks in America.
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being undercooked chicken and unintentional scram-
“We really do have the time limits, and all the ingre-
bled eggs in the middle, courtesy of his heavy-handed
dients and cooking were real,” he says. “Plus, cameras
egg wash on the crust.
were up in your face and it was hot in the kitchen with
The video proved enough for the show’s producers, who
all the burners, ovens and lights. People would drop
contacted Cameron in August 2020 to offer him a spot on
things, spill things and it was easy to slip. The kitchen
the show. He flew to New York in early September for a
was actually very hazardous!”
mandatory two-week COVID-19 quarantine and then an anticipated four to six weeks of filming.
“Cameron just being in a kitchen is hazardous,” Chad adds with a laugh.
“Being on the show in the middle of a pandemic turned
Cameron was on the team of Chef Ann Burrell, who
out to be a really special opportunity,” Cameron reflects.
served as his mentor during the show. Despite her gruff
“Most of the time, contestants fly in the day before and
exterior, Cameron says that Burrell acted like a surrogate
are on set at 8 a.m. the next day. But with my group, we
mom to him and that he was never afraid to ask her for help.
had two weeks to get ready and get to know each other before the filming even started.” Cameron became the unofficial social host of the
“I loved working with Chef Ann,” Cameron adds. “She is a very intense person, but I can’t imagine having this experience without her.”
group, decorating his hotel room with artwork and pic-
The contestants work with their mentor chefs to learn
tures, adding a cappuccino maker and inviting the other
new skills in a boot-camp style training. Two episodes
competitors to hang out.
into filming the show, Cameron remembers feeling the
“We were so close that it made it hard to be com-
pressure of the high-takes competition.
petitive. The camaraderie and chemistry were great,
“I called my mom and told her that I thought I was
” Cameron says. “We still text and talk all the time. We
coming home after the next episode,” he recalls.
are all meeting up this coming October for Amber’s (the
“Everyone else was getting better, but it seemed like I
winning contestant) wedding, almost a year later.”
was just getting worse!”
The experience on set was unlike anything Cameron anticipated.
While Cameron’s exuberant personality and rapport with the other contestants quickly made him a fan favor-
“We filmed for 10, 12 sometimes 14 hours a day,” he
ite, his kitchen disasters often put him in a precarious
explains. “It was so stressful. I was having to concen-
position. Cameron found himself in the show’s “danger
trate on cooking well, remembering everything I had
zone” six times and faced elimination three times, but
been taught, and trying to win challenges to be able
ultimately went on to compete in the season finale.
to progress in the competition. I don’t think I’ve ever been so tired!” Cameron says that what viewers see on the show is truly reflective of the experience that the contestants have.
“The moment that everything clicked for me was about halfway through,” Cameron remembers. “I was making lobster risotto, and Chef Ann said she would eat my recipe again. It was definitely a turning point.” CONTINUED >
The two finalists for the red team, Cameron, and for the blue team, Amber Leverette, with the celebrity chef mentors, Anne Burrell and Carla Hall.
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)
Cameron’s
fondest
memories
of
the show include an impressive list of kitchen injuries, including cutting his fingers while attempting to slice bell peppers using a cheese grater, being pinched by a crab, injuring his leg in a kitchen obstacle course and chipping his front tooth when searching for an elusive gold cupcake using only his face.
“In one episode, we all caught our dishes on f ire and the entire sound stage was so thick with smoke,” Cameron said. “We certainly gave Food Network a run for their money. I felt so sorr y for the culinar y team that had to clean up af ter our dishes . I can’t imagine how many pans I ruined.”
Cameron and fellow Worst Cooks in America recruit Mckayla tour New York City on their day off from filming.
Even though Cameron didn’t ultimately emerge as the grand prize winner, the experience was one that he will treasure for a lifetime. “I got to work one-on-one with a worldrenowned chef, and meet people from all across the nation,” Cameron reflects. 36
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Chef Anne Burrell’s red marker comes out after Cameron nearly slices a finger off.
“We instantly became friends for life. No one else will ever be able to understand the craziness and stress that we all went through.” The season premiere came out right before Cameron’s 21st birthday, and he looks at the opportunity as the beginning of something great. “I remember waking up in New York and thinking ‘Is this for real?’” he adds. “Even now, I can’t believe that I got to film a TV show in the middle of a pandemic. It was an experience like no other.” “I am definitely a better cook than I was when I started,” Cameron says. “I’ve learned how to season things, I’ve learned knife cuts. I know how to get everything in place before I cook and learned some important techniques.” Cameron is currently taking college courses, serving as the daycare cook in his church, and teaching weekly “Cooking with Cameron” sessions in a private Christian school. “After being in New York and getting the vibe of the entertainment industry, I would love to find a way to be able to entertain people and make them laugh,” he adds. “You never know what the future holds,” Chad adds. “America got to meet Cameron and see how genuine and entertaining he really is. And with the Bartletts, there is always something going on!” “Yep, never a dull moment with this
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A Chemical-Free Home
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
NEW SURGICAL, LAB OPTIONS MAKE MOST SKIN CANCERS CURABLE
ARTICLE STACI ELDER HENSLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY
BASKING IN THE SUNSHINE IS SOMETHING MOST OF US ENJOY, AND INDEED IT DOES HAVE SOME BENEFITS. However, too much unprotected sunshine can have health consequences, often in the form of skin cancers. The good news is that the vast majority of these cancers can be cured, thanks to earlier detection and extremely precise surgical procedures, said Dr. Ben Bigbie, board certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. MOHS SURGERY The vast majority of skin cancers are treated surgically, and the gold standard of care is Mohs surgery. Bigbie is a member of the American Society for Mohs Surgery, and is one of the few dermatologic surgeons in Oklahoma whose practice has an in-house laboratory, which allows him to offer this state-of-the-art treatment. Mohs surgery involves removing the cancerous growth and a surrounding ring of tissue, which is then immediately examined in the lab to determine if all the cancerous cells have been removed. If not, then another small ring of tissue can be removed and examined, and the process repeated, if necessary. Once the Mohs procedure is complete, both doctor and patient can be reassured that the
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MORE THAN SKIN DEEP
KRYSTYN RICHARDSON OF BOLD-MULTIMEDIA
remaining tissue is free of cancer, and much more of the normal skin is left intact. This process is tremendous improvement over older methods where the growth was surgically removed, then sent out to a separate laboratory. Both doctor and patient had to wait on results, and if not all the cancer cells were removed, the procedure had to be repeated. THE TRIFECTA OF SKIN CANCERS Most skin cancers fall into three basic categories: basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas and melanomas. The first two types are very seldom fatal, while it’s melanomas that give skin cancer its deadly reputation. The good news is that most skin cancers are 99% curable, if caught and treated early with Mohs surgery. Skin cancer can strike at any age, Bigbie said, noting that he has treated patients ranging in age from 15 to 100. “The average skin cancer patient is over 50 and Caucasian, since fairskinned people are more susceptible,” he said. “But I’m also seeing more patients in their late 20s and early 30s, who are developing skin cancers caused by early UV exposure.” Anyone age 30 or older is encouraged to have an annual skin exam, he added.
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. . .W E K E E P A R E L A X E D AT M O S P H E R E . I T ’ S J U S T A N O T H E R W AY W E T R Y T O S E R V E O U R PAT I E N T S I N T H E B E S T W AY P O S S I B L E .
BASAL CELL CARCINOMA
Still, people who aren’t fair-skinned shouldn’t ignore the risk.
Eight out of every 10 skin cancers are basal cell carcinomas.
Melanoma can also develop in non-exposed areas, including the
In fact, they’re not just the most common type of skin cancer,
soles of the feet, palms and fingernail beds, and these atypical
they’re the most common type of cancerous growth in the
melanomas occur more often in people with darker skin tones.
world, Bigbie said. These slow-growing cancers develop in the
“Remember those sunburns you got as a child when your skin
top skin layer, and they typically appear on sun-exposed areas,
started peeling?” Bigbie said. “Research has shown that every one
especially the head and neck. They usually look like flesh-col-
of those peeling sunburns can double a person’s risk of developing
ored, pearl-like bumps, or a person may notice a sore or bleed-
melanoma as an adult. That’s why if you’re going to be outside for
ing spot with no known cause that refuses to heal. It also can
longer than 10 minutes, you need to be using sunscreen.”
appear as a flat, scaly, reddish patch of skin with a raised edge.
The first signs and symptoms of melanoma include a change in an existing mole, or the development of a new pigmented or
SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA
unusual-looking growth on your skin. A good rule of thumb is to
The second most common form of skin cancer, these growths
remember “ABCDE.” If the mole is Asymmetrical, has an irregu-
form in the squamous cells that make up the middle portion of
lar Border, has multiple Colors, a Diameter larger than a pencil
the top layer of the skin. Most are caused from prolonged expo-
eraser, or is Evolving by changing in any way, then it needs to be
sure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, tanning beds or
checked out. Melanoma lesions often grow rapidly, Bigbie said.
lamps. It’s most common on sun-exposed areas like the back
For advanced cases of melanoma, chemotherapy, radiation
of the hands, head and neck. Like basal cell carcinomas, most
and immunotherapy treatments may be used, along with addi-
are not considered life-threatening, if treated early, but can be
tional surgery. If caught early, the survival rate is greater than
disfiguring to remove if the growth is allowed to grow larger.
95%; if it has spread to distant organs, that rate falls to just 20%.
Squamous cell carcinomas appear as red nodules, red scaly patches, scaly bumps or open sores. They’re more invasive than basal cell growths, but again are almost always curable through surgical removal.
ABOUT THE CENTER The Skin Cancer Center is located at 2404 Palmer Circle in Norman. Patients who would like a consultation can contact the center at 428.3200 or frontdesk@normanscc.com. Information
MELANOMA Melanomas develop in skin cells called melanocytes which
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also is available at www.normanscc.com, or on Facebook @normanskincancercenter.
produce our skin’s protective pigment (melanin). Although
“Because we have the lab in-house, we can actually do
melanomas can develop in any individual at any time, constant
a consultation, surgery and repair on the same day, if need
UV exposure from the sun or tanning beds greatly increases
be, to minimize the patient’s trips to the office,” Bigbie said.
the risk, and it is more common in fair-skinned people who
“Plus, we keep a relaxed atmosphere. It’s just another way
naturally have less melanin overall, Bigbie said.
we try to serve our patients in the best way possible.”
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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE JERRI CULPEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY KRYSTYN RICHARDSON OF BOLD-MULTIMEDIA
Behind-the-Scenes Stars MEET CARLSBAD MANAGEMENT GROUP'S JUDY ERNST THIS IS THE SECOND IN A SERIES OF PARTING THOUGHTS ON CLEVELAND COUNTY’S “BEHIND-THE-SCENES STARS”—THOSE WHO ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE BOTH IN THEIR “DAY” JOBS AND AS CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS OF OUR SOCIETY.
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01 CAN YOU SHARE
of her love of cooking, she is passionate about ensuring a top-notch
A SPECIAL MEMORY?
dining experience for the residents of our new property, The Carlstone.
The day I married the love of my life. It was
You may be interested to know that Judy started out her career
the start of a lifetime of memories and sto-
in the 1960s as a hair stylist in the Los Angeles area. She loved
ries that will always be dear to my heart.
helping women look their best! Her next passion (one that carries into the present) was advo-
02 WHAT ARE YOU
cating for seniors. After serving as her mother’s primary caregiver
PASSIONATE ABOUT?
late in her life, Judy completed an ombudsman program in 1991
Spending quality time with all of my family!
to become an advocate for seniors living in senior care centers in
I enjoy cooking meals for all members of
Oklahoma, volunteering in this capacity for many years.
my family as often as I can. I also enjoy
The mother of a child with disabilities, Judy also has been a
being a grandmother and spending time
staunch advocate for children with special needs and disabilities
with the grandkids.
since the early 1970s. The doctors told Judy her daughter’s disabilities were so severe that she would be unable to ever become
03 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT?
self-sufficient. Undaunted, Judy and her husband navigated largely
On my off time, I enjoy advocating the voices
uncharted waters of the time to create opportunities for their daugh-
of the senior citizens in the community, as well
ter so she could live a full, active and independent life. For example,
as listening and speaking to the city leaders
they worked with their daughter’s school and the state school board
about their concerns within our community.
to establish a special education program that would also benefit other current and future special needs children.
04 WHAT IS YOUR DREAM
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Judy started in property management in 2002 as a leasing agent for
FOR THE FUTURE?
multifamily properties. In 2007, she became a property supervisor for
To be able to live a long life and enjoy as
the Carlsbad Management Group senior communities. As senior exec-
much time as possible with my family—and
utive supervisor, she oversees the operations of CMG’s senior commu-
someday having a house on the sandy
nities: the Carlstone, their newest senior independent living community
beaches of an ocean.
in Norman, and their savannah houses in Norman and Moore.
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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT
NEIGHBORHOOD
CLEVELAND COUNTY
ORIGINAL PRICE
SOLD PRICE
%SOLD/ORIG
DOM
BDRMS
BATHS
$995,000
$960,000
96%
235
4
4.2
Grandview Estates, Norman
$724,000
$675,000
93%
2
4
4.2
Blue Creek Estates, Norman
$679,000
$640,000
94%
53
4
4.1
Willows 8, Moore
$640,000
$620,000
96%
3
3
2.1
Joshuas Landing, Moore
$565,875
$565,000
99%
210
4
3.1
Twin Lakes, Moore
$495,000
$495,000
100%
24
4
3.1
Olde Tuscany II, SW OKC
$540,000
$480,000
88%
44
3
2.1
Glenridge 1, Norman
$489,900
$473,000
96%
10
3
2.2
Broadmoore Estates, Moore
$430,000
$405,000
94%
83
4
3
Southern Preserve, SW OKC
$403,000
$404,603
100%
67
3
2.1
Waggoners First, Norman
$397,500
$383,150
96%
3
5
2
Rustic Hills 1, Norman
$450,000
$370,000
82%
140
3
2.1
The Waters, Moore
$361,990
$361,990
100%
20
4
3
Collage Manor, Norman
$365,000
$358,000
98%
6
4
2.1
Rivendell V, SW OKC
$350,000
$350,500
100%
2
4
3
Cedar Lane Sec II, Norman
$349,900
$347,000
99%
41
4
2.1
Cascata Lakes 1, SW OKC
$330,000
$330,000
100%
0
3
3.1
Edgewater, Moore
$318,475
$318,475
100%
0
4
2.1
Bergamo, SW OKC
$325,000
$304,550
93%
16
4
4
Santa Fe Sunset, SW OKC
$299,900
$300,000
100%
14
3
2
Brookhaven 33, Norman
This data is a sampling of sold properties from last month. Source: OKC/Norman Multiple Listing System.
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EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA
OKLAHOMA RAILWAY MUSEUM TRAIN RIDES
WANDERLUST POP-UP SHOPS
Oklahoma Railway Museum, OKC
The vendors at this eclectic outdoor
Easter Eggstravaganza event, fea-
Whether you grab a seat in the
market will be selling unique hand-
turing Easter egg hunts and photo
caboose, enjoy the great outdoors
crafted art and one-of-a-kind repur-
opportunities with the Easter Bunny.
from an open-air car or escape the
posed and vintage items that are
After checking the Easter-specific
weather with a coach seat, get
sure to turn your head. Head out to
fun off your list, enjoy the daily farm
the full rail experience via vintage
Wheeler Park, enjoy a day of shop-
attractions, from the carousel and
diesel locomotive. Train rides are
ping and take in a breathtaking view
locomotive rides to the four-lane zip
available for all ages every first and
of the Oklahoma City skyline from the
line and gemstone mine.
third Saturday of the month, April
top of the Ferris wheel.
OrrFamilyFarm.com
through September.
Revolve-Productions.com
Orr Family Farm, OKC
Bring the family to the farm for an
Wheeler Ferris Wheel, OKC
OklahomaRailwayMuseum.org/
1-3 I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
Events/Train-Rides
3
DAY OF REMEMBRANCE Oklahoma City National
EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE
Memorial & Museum, OKC
Buck Thomas Park, Moore
Join state and local dignitaries,
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now
The scramble starts at 10:30 am for
family
Change is a witty musical that tack-
all ages and abilities. Fields will be
rescue workers for the Day of
les modern love in all its forms from
divided into age groups with one-
Remembrance. Music, 168 seconds
the perils of the first date to marriage,
field designated for participants with
of silence and a reading of the 168
children, and the twilight years of life.
special needs. Bring your own basket
names will be a part of the cere-
Set in the modern world and told
for eggs and candy.
mony. The public is invited to this
in a series of vignettes and songs,
Cit y O fM o ore . c om/Up c oming -
event, which is held on the grounds
it traces the overall arc of relation-
Events/Easter-Egg-Scramble
of the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial.
The Studio of the
Sooner Theatre, Norman
SoonerTheatre.org
3 OKLAHOMA CITY CAT CLUB CAT SHOW
members,
survivors
and
MemorialMuseum.com
ships throughout life.
9-11 VIRTUAL EVENT: MEDIEVAL FAIR
In 2021, experience the Middle Ages virtually through whimsical arts and
24 MARKETPLACE - SPRING 2021 Central Park Multipurpose
performances available online. At the
Pavilion, Moore
Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Norman
Medieval Fair Food To-Go portion of
Come to Moore's spring marketplace.
Feline owners can bring their pre-
the festivities, mask up and head to
Vendors will be selling handmade
cious pet by for the competition and
Reaves Park in Norman for a variety
items, crafts and other merchandise.
stay to pick out pet-related items
of fair food. Choose between mugs of
Cit y O fM o ore . c om/Up c oming -
from onsite vendors. Guests can also
root beer, turkey legs and more, and
Events/Marketplace-Spring-2021
adopt a cat at this cat-centric event.
bring your spoils home where the
918.360.6310
merriment continues virtually. MedievalFair.org
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Cleveland County Lifestyle | April 2021
4 7 0 8 LAS CO LI N AS LAN E, N O R MA N
Prime Realty Luxury Homes
KATHY & STEVE GRIFFITH BROKER / OWNERS
Absolutely glamorous inside and out.
Step into the foyer, opulence greets you every step you take. From the fun wine bar and handsome office to outdoor living room, this home is ideal for entertaining or cozy enough for just you. Luxurious wall paper, thoughtfully upgraded lighting, hardware throughout. Rustic ceiling beams marry living room/kitchen and classy quartz counter tops, 5 burner gas stove, pot filler, floor-toceiling cabinets. Huge walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry. Sunlight basks dining nook, the massive breakfast bar invites all to sit and relax. Primary bedroom has ripple accent wall, door to private patio, and oh, that luxurious bathroom! Separate vanities, chin-deep soaker tub, dual shower heads, private dressing table. Massive closet has passageway to laundry room. 2 other bedrooms downstairs, 4th bedroom/full bath upstairs, plus media room. In ground storm shelter. Professionally landscaped back yard has soothing waterfall, cozy fire pit, pergola overlooking open field.
K A T H Y 405-213-7839
& S T E V E 405-613-4141
Kathy@PrimeRealtyLuxuryHomes.com | Steve@PrimeRealtyLuxuryHomes.com 1530 SW 89th St. Oklahoma City 73159 | PrimeRealtyLuxuryHomes.com
Offered at $739,900 4 or 5 bedrooms, 3 full, 1 half bath Built in 2015 with 3,613 square feet