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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Justin Padilla | justin.padilla@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Never Forget To Give Thanks

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MERRIAM-WEBSTER DEFINES THANKFUL AS, “CONSCIOUS OF BENEFIT

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RECEIVED.” I define thankful as – well look no further than my photo for the month!

Jayme Emery

That there is my baby girl, Xyla Rose. For me, thankful holds a whole new meaning this year. How do you define thankful? For some, giving thanks has become more an automatic response to a nice gesture rather than a conscious recognition and acknowledgment. This holiday season I have personally challenged myself, my family, and I am extending to you all this

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very same challenge. When it comes time to give thanks whether it be at the table on Thanksgiving Day, or simply telling your significant other ‘thank you’ for picking up your laundry, washing the dishes and cleaning the kitchen before bed, or simply listening to you vent about that long day at work you just had… I want us all to pause and reflect. What exactly does that ‘thank you’ mean to us? How else can we express our thanks beyond verbal affirmation? I do want to take a quick moment and recognize someone in my life where words become superfluous. Before I met her, my life had no real direction, and I was what some would consider a ‘loose-cannon’. Through her patience and love – my life has changed entirely, and I will forever be grateful. So, thank you Abby, my love. I can not wait to spend the rest of my life with you. Now back to our regularly scheduled program. In this month’s issue, we are focus-

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021

FEATURES 10 The Yellow Out Campaign An awe-inspiring journey that bloomed into one of our community’s powerful non-profits

16 Thanksgiving Tablescape Browse these talented local curators to fill your holiday table!

26 Shattering Stereotypes A sit down with Chris Godwin, owner of Southfork Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram

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34 Home For The Holidays Get a peak inside this local Interior Designer’s personal fall collection

26 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Giving Back

Open House

26 Local’s Choice 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Artist’s Palette

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GOOD TIMES

Pearland Independence Day 5k And Veteran's Walk Pearland Lifestyle alongside Greater Businesses of Pearland, worked together to bring Pearland its very own, family-oriented Fun Run on July 3rd. Thanks to our sponsors and community, we raised $2,000 to donate towards the Houston Veterans Chamber of Commerce and The Warriors Refuge.

Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Latin Festival 2021 BCHCC Celebrated their 2nd annual Latin Festival at the Pearland Town Center. This event was created to educate and celebrate the many Latin cultures that we have in our area. We look forward to seeing this event come back around next year!

1. City of Pearland Mayor Pro-Tem, Adrian Hernandez presenting Proclamation to BCHCC | 2. Gregory Rincon and wife, Veronica, present Hispanic Hero Award to Pearland ISD student Dominica Gomez | 3. BCHCC Booth Vendor representing Venezuela | 4. Hispanic Hero award sponsored by De La Torre Creative Media for Alvin ISD teacher, Giset King | 5. BCHCC Booth Vendor with a variety of cultural items for the community | 6. Hispanic Hero award sponsored by MT Business Solutions for Pearland ISD Teacher, Cornerlio Medellin 8

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GIVING BACK

Reaghan Velasquez

the yellow out campaign PURSUING INCLUSION

IN A NUTSHELL, DIVERSITY IS ABOUT EMPOWERING PEOPLE BY RESPECTING AND APPRECIATING WHAT MAKES THEM DIFFERENT, IN TERMS OF AGE, GENDER, ETHNICITY, RELIGION, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, EDUCATION, AND NATIONAL ORIGIN. Diversity has become a “buzzword” today and is being pursued by many organizations. Bringing in diverse people to any organization widens a group’s perspective on all community members. However, without Inclusion, it means nothing but having people present who are different. Inclusion is a sense of belonging. It’s not just being invited to the dance, but being asked to dance. It’s not just sitting at the table, but being asked to speak up and participate – having full benefits of being part of the community. Being inclusive allows an organization or community to utilize and engage talent effectively. Merriam-Webster defines disability as “being impaired or limited by a physical, mental, cognitive, or developmental condition”. Wikipedia defines it as “any condition that makes it more difficult for a person to do certain activities or effectively interact with the work around them (socially Left to right: Manvel Mayor Debra Davison, Christina Moore, Reaghan Velasquez, Renae Velasquez, Manvel City Councilman Dan Davis

or materially)”. Twenty year old Reaghan Velasquez understands these concepts all too well. Reaghan was diagnosed before birth with Spina Bifida; a rare disease where the neural tube, responsible for covering and protecting the spinal cord and nerve endings, does not close completely during fetal development. Wherever the defect occurs along that ARTICLE CINDY LEACH PHOTOGRAPHY AMIEE CACOLICE

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tube, damages the nerves in that area, and the location of the defect determines the impact to the developing infant. Reaghan’s defect caused damage to the nerves affecting the lower half of her body. She has been mobile with the assistance of leg braces and a walker, but this still posed challenges to navigating certain places – restrooms, restaurants, playgrounds, and all facilities that were not inclusive in designing their space with disabilities in mind. Reaghan did not let life slow her down. She grew up in a loving, supportive family environment where her sister was her sibling rival and best friend. They live in Manvel and Reaghan attended Mason Elementary School, where one day, her view of the world changed. It was during her fifth grade year, while sitting at recess and watching the other children play, that her teacher, Gwen Bray asked her if she was struggling to play on the terrain. She responded yes, and Ms. Bray encouraged her to go inside and write a letter to the Alvin School District, expressing the need to change the access to the playground. So, instead of recess that day, she set out to make a difference – for herself - and others who might face the same challenge. Reaghan found a passion and drive to no longer be left on the “sidelines”; but to be included as much as the other children who were outside playing. In two days, the playground had an asphalt ramp access to allow disabled children to move easily to the play equipment. This event, forged the path that pushed Reaghan to campaign for others who needed inclusion; for benefits and access that would make a difference for all disabled community members. In her sixth grade year, Reaghan’s friends, teachers, and encouragers helped her begin her first official campaign by obtaining 50 yellow wrist bands to show support for her efforts to make folks aware of the need to include disabled individuals. From this point, her vision has grown exponentially! In 2018, The Yellow Out Campaign (TYOC) was born, when Reaghan was 17 years old. It is a growing 501(c)3, non-profit which focuses its efforts towards raising awareness, educating and advocating for Spina Bifida while also promoting inclusion for people of all abilities. They challenge organizations to develop sites free of social and physical barriers through inclusive play. But the mission 12

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goes far beyond inclusive playground sites: TYOC aims to build inclusive play by providing those with disabilities the experiences that all bodies are capable of. October is recognized as Spina Bifida Awareness Month – and TYOC takes advantage of this month to schedule numerous activities to raise funds and awareness; in particular a day of fun, music, and cooking. Local supporters come out and share in making the day special for the organization. In October, 2019, Manvel Mayor Debra Davidson, declared October 25th as Annual Yellow Out Day. The organization was also recognized by the City of Houston and Bay City. In the summer of 2020, TYOC established its first inclusive playground project with the City of Manvel, in the Del Bello Lakes development community. "To the community, the Yellow Out Campaign means that kids will have the opportunity to feel like the belong and that they are loved. Their disabilities are not a hinderance but its what makes them special and they can do anything they set their minds to," shared Manvel City Councilman Dan Davis. They have hopes to expand even more around Brazoria County as just a start in their continuing advocacy for inclusion of people with diverse abilities. Reaghan recently graduated from Alvin Community College with her Associate’s Degree and will be leaving soon for Schreiner University in Kerrville, Texas where she plans to study Music Production/Artist Management. She is grateful to her family, friends, and supporters, who have encouraged her on this unique and important venture. They have shared her vision: to see the necessity of adapting our environments to include all people with abilities in order to have thriving, successful communities. And to think – it all started with a young girl who just wanted to feel as normal as possible and to be able to play with her friends on the playground! For Yellow

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GET A PEAK INSIDE THIS LOCAL INTERIOR DESIGNER’S PERSONAL FALL COLLECTION ARTICLE RUSSELL RAE PHOTOGRAPHY MORGAN JONES-OSBORNE

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MAX BOZEMAN OF THE GREASY SPOON SHARES HIS JOURNEY ALONG WITH A THANKSGIVING TURKEY RECIPE FOR ALL TO ENJOY ARTICLE JOANNA SANCHEZ PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

GRATITUDE, PURPOSE, LOYALTY, AND SERVICE ARE THE

Max is no stranger to the industry as

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he is proud to share, “I helped my family

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ING SOUTHERN-INFLUENCED DISHES IN NORTH HOUSTON.

Despite the benefit of decades of wisdom

When owner and native Houstonian Max Bozeman II opened the

and experience as a restauranteur, getting

eatery in March of 2020, the intent was for it to be more than just

The Greasy Spoon off the ground was no

another place to fill your belly. The vision was to use food as a vehi-

small feat. With the unfortunate timing of

cle to bring people together and foster a strong sense of community.

a grand opening that coincided with the

This is why every dish on the menu is a strategic blend of old and

first wave of lockdowns brought about by a

new. A modern twist on southern classics designed to invoke your

global pandemic, it is fair to say that things

nostalgia for the comfort food of your youth which, in turn, evokes the

got off to a rough start. Max quickly real-

kind of conversations that transcend generations.

ized he would have to adapt to the shifting

With such signature entrées as the #1 in the City Oxtails, the

landscape or risk failing before ever get-

savory Herb & Rosemary Lamb Chops, and the fan favorite Waffles

ting started. “We served up to-go boxes

& Co. (served only on Sunday), all of which are served with Max’s

for pickups and my staff and I delivered

grandmother’s sweet cornbread, it is no wonder why The Greasy

meals to families in need and The Greasy

Spoon has earned such a cult following in the neighborhood. Long

Spoon basically took off from there.” The

lines of hungry customers patiently waiting for the doors to open

whole team worked tirelessly knowing it

for brunch has become a Sunday morning tradition. “I have always

would make a huge difference at a time

been interested in entrepreneurship and making a difference in my

when the community was struggling to

community”, Max explains.

survive financially and medically.

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As a sign that when it rains, it pours, in June of 2020

take that time to escape and just be grateful and appre-

Max was diagnosed with cancer and a weakened

ciative of each other as individuals… We just stop and be

immune system. No one would have blamed him if

people, be family.” Creating the space and opportunity to

he had decided to close up shop considering all the

make special memories around any table at any time is

headwinds he was facing. When asked what gave him

what is most rewarding to this family man.

the strength to persevere, he replied, “my three young

It is out of Max’s overarching sense of gratitude and

children watching my every step.” Fatherhood and its

appreciation for those that helped him along the way

inherent responsibility to be a good role model for his

that The Greasy Spoon has added a new location here

kids was all the motivation Max needed to “lace up my

in Pearland. Max readily admits, “I have a significant cus-

boots and control what I could.” He wanted to prove to

tomer base from here and am so grateful to them all. I am

them and others that, “with faith, strength, and tenacity

always hearing the stories of how Pearland is flourishing

obstacles can be overcome and to never give up easily

and family oriented.” The new location will have a larger

because there will always be another obstacle.”

dining room, an expanded menu, and a stage where Max

Thankfully, Max did not have to face these challenges

hopes to showcase local talent.

alone. A giant grin stretched across his face when asked

Max Bozeman II plans to be a good neighbor by con-

about his family and how during struggles they are there

necting with other local businesses to host community

for each other. The love he has for them shines through

initiatives such as fundraisers, food and supply drives,

every tale of family experiences and traditions. Asking

etc. “It’s not just about business but about being grateful

specifically about Thanksgiving and the holidays, he

and adding value to the community in which we all live.”

shares, “My family and I are always doing a lot so we

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APE AND JUST BE GRATEFUL AND APPRECIATIVE OF EACH OTHER N DIVIDUALS... WE JUST STOP AND BE PEOPLE, BE FAMILY.”

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

Shattering Stereotypes A SIT DOWN WITH CHRIS GODWIN, OWNER OF SOUTHFORK CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP AND RAM

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One program that holds a special place in Chris’ heart,

time and resources towards supporting – is ‘above and

is the Pearland ISD RISE Mentoring initiative. The RISE

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Aside from being non-commissioned, we hire for enthusiasm

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and not just the skill. We can teach a person the job, but we want

Most people leave a dealership and feel terrible. They feel like they

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paid too much and were treated poorly. We want them to feel com-

that over a quarter of our sales staff are women. We really have peo-

fortable and know they got a great deal because of our non-com-

ple that genuinely care about other people and that shines through

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BROOKSIDE VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET

40TH ANNIVERSARY NUTCRACKER MARKET NRG Center

PEARLAND MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL

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Bring your whole family for a weekend

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of fun and live music! Bud Light Seltzer,

The organization supports local agri-

extravaganza is back with over 260

GO TEXAN, and Outlaw Nation, are

culture and benefits the Brookside

merchants with thousands of items

proud to present the Fall 2021 Houston-

Village, Pearland, and surrounding

such as home decor, gourmet food,

Pearland Music & Arts Festival, on

communities by providing a venue

apparel, gifts, jewelry, ornaments,

November 13 & 14, at Independence

for local agriculture producers to

nutcrackers, men's items and more!

Park. There will be 8 concerts, a custom

meet with and vend to the community and educating the community about food production in our area. Bring your family by every second Sunday of the month!

motorcycle show, classic car show, a

12 2021 VETERAN'S DAY COOK-OFF Pearland VFW Post 7109, 4202 W.

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Pearland Town Center

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Grab your bike gear for the 2021

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mile run/walk on Saturday November

a family friendly 5k Bike ride at the

tact Paula Marshall or Johny Aguirre

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Pearland Towncenter, November 6th.

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Lunch. All Proceeds will benefit the

Join the Pearland community at a Veteran's Day Cook-off to honor

Pearland Recreation Center and

Some other things to expect include;

William Beaumont Army Medical

a farmers market, food trucks, and

Center. Your contribution will help

more! Portions of the donations and

many local veterans, bring the whole

fees will benefit diabetes research

family to show your support!

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28 CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SHOW 4202 W Walnut St Pearland,

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