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JULY 2013 vol. 6 | No. 2In July, the summer starts heating up in more ways than one; summer vacations, Fourth of July parties, family get-togethers and of course, the actual temperature. Acadiana has much to offer, even in the sweltering heat of summer. When the temperatures start cranking up, cool off with ice cream! It is National Ice Cream Month and ice cream is America’s go-to treat. Acadiana has quite a few fabulous ice cream establishments that offer everything from traditional to exotic. Check out our article on the history of ice cream and hear first-hand
from local owners on what ice cream means to them.
If you are still looking for that perfect day trip with the family, Acadiana has many attractions to offer. We have listed a few fun and inexpensive attractions that are off the beaten track across
Acadiana. Take a look! You might fall in love with something new!
Of course, July also mean Independence Day! We should all take a moment to say a prayer and ‘thank you’ for all of the brave men and women who have fought or given their lives for our freedom. Without them, we would not have the opportunities to enjoy the privileges many take for granted. Many may also not realize the toll their courage and selflessness takes upon them and their loved ones. Our Community article this month shares the story of Mary and Bill Langford and Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm and how they are giving
veterans back their lives, one step at a time.
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Independence Day is a time for barbeque, parades, and fireworks.
The national holiday provides U.S. citizens with an opportunity
to be patriotic by celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of
Independence. Akin to Memorial Day and Veterans Day, the Fourth
of July is also a time to recognize the military personnel who serve
and defend the United States of America. Many of the freedoms
Americans enjoy now are the result of sacrifices made by soldiers of
the Thirteen Colonies during the American Revolution.
Last year, the New York Times reported suicides have now eclipsed
the war deaths for soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
These findings suggest an urgent need for therapy assistance among
U.S. veterans. A local couple living in Carencro, LA is providing a
service designed to bring peace to veterans.
Bill and Mary Langford are the owners of Cherokee Ridge Horse
Farm, a facility providing horse boarding, hay raising, horse
breeding, and organic grass-fed beef. In addition to these services,
the farm also maintains a program entitled “A Stable Journey: Equine
Assisted Learning and Counseling.” These sessions utilize horses to
treat a variety of emotional and interrelational issues. All work is
done on the ground and requires no horsemanship.
“Winston S. Churchill once said ‘There is something about the
outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man,’” Bill
Langford recites.
The Langfords bought the farm on a whim in 2005, even though
the property was twice the number of acres they originally planned.
Shortly afterward, the couple met mental health professional Roslyn
Fouin who was employing a horse therapy model to council patients
on the adjoining property. The Langfords soon purchased the
adjoining land to bring the ranch to its current 170 acres. “Having
this farm continues to be a blessing to us and to others,” Mary
Langford says.
Their passion led Bill and Mary to become certified through the
Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association, receiving training
in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted Learning.
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Veterans Find Relief at Cherokee Ridge Horse Farms By Tim Borland
“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.”
-Winston Churchill
Bill Langford (above) and wife Mary maintain a grief counseling program at their Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm. Carrie Reilly (right) sought out these services after a traumatic personal experience.
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“A Stable Journey” is an example of experiential therapy, in which the
client has a primarily non-verbal kinesthetic experience rather than to
talking to a therapist in an office.
“Horses are sensitive to non-verbal communication and respond to
what messages the clients give them in the moment. These responses
give the client and the treatment team awareness of current patterns
and motivates change to new ones,” Mary Langford explains. Mary
Langford is a licensed professional counselor who maintains a private
practice at the farm as well as partnering with Bill in EAP/EAL.
A 60 to 90 minute session typically ranges from $100-125, however
military clients are typically treated pro bono. A mental health
professional and an equine expert are present at all times. For some,
this alternative form of treatment provides an opportunity for deeper
introspection.
“Clients have to develop their own answers to issues in their life. True
change comes when an individual figures out for him or herself what
they need to do to change themselves,” Bill Langford says.
This treatment has proven especially useful for veterans suffering from
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. People often experience this condition
after exposure to traumatic events. Soldiers returning from wartime are
often unwilling to discuss what they experienced with others.
“There is such a stigma in the military to have any kind of mental
health diagnosis. There is such a resistance among soldiers to get the
right kind of treatment,” Mary Langford says.
This behavior may arise due to fear of judgment, or an inability to relate
to those who were not in combat. The EAP and EAL models provide
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soldiers with a listener that cannot judge or rebuke them. Horses
cannot reveal any secrets.
“Often when we talk about PTSD and veterans, we don’t include
spouses and children… [they] are sometimes even more affected
by the results of PTSD than the soldiers themselves,” Bill
Langford says.
“Having this farm continues to be a blessing to us and to others.”
-Mary Langford
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Carrie's Perspective
From Carrie Reilly’s perspective, the Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm
represents healing and new growth. Although the widow had attempted
other forms of therapy, none resonated with her until "A Stable Journey.”
The main difference she noticed was that the staff took the time to
familiarize themselves with the clients on a personal level. “Bill and
Mary are simply amazing wonderful people. I feel like they are a part of
my family,” Reilly says.
As the spouse of a veteran, Reilly has experienced the negative outcomes
of war-related trauma. The family of a soldier can be subject to
transferable PTSD, meaning that partial symptoms surface in those
around the person suffering the condition. In this manner, combat causes
a residual ripple effect throughout each soldier’s community.“Veterans
can relate to the horses because there is no judgment. They don’t hold
grudges and they don’t worry about the future,” Reilly explains.
The treatment can involve many nonverbal tasks. Sometimes a client is
asked to simply lead an animal to a pen. This process does not always
go as smoothly as one might expect, revealing more about the client
than the animal. The animals in the exercise may be used to represent
loved ones, and objectives in an exercise may become metaphors for
challenging circumstances.
“Bill had me do a problem solving obstacle course, where they have
barrels and poles that represent obstacles in your life, and you have to
lead the animal through it,” Reilly describes her breakthrough session.
Reilly came to discover that her PTSD symptoms are the result of
previous abusive relationships. By addressing these issues in a non-
threatening environment, she is able to examine her feelings organically.
As a client, she has noticed many useful applications for horse therapy
outside of PTSD.
“I believe people with relationship problems or self-esteem problems
could totally benefit from it. Just being around the horses can teach you a
lot about yourself,” Reilly says.
Broussard, LA resident Carrie Reilly is one of many clients
who have received some relief as a result of “A Stable Journey.”
She sought out the farm’s services for grief counseling after the
death of her husband Sgt. Shawn Reilly, a veteran of the war in
Iraq. For her, experiencing the beautiful farm is more akin to
visiting relatives than going to therapy.
“It's a family setting. I feel like I can relate toward somebody as
much as I want to,” Reilly says.
Reilly was initially attracted to the farm because of the
majestic scenery and baby horses. Later, she found herself
returning for the excellent therapy provided by the caretakers.
Her personal success provides hope to other soldiers and
dependents whose lives have been deeply affected by combat.
“They’ve taught me in the short months that I’ve been there
how to notice the triggers of my PTSD and how to cope with
them rather than trying to avoid them,” Reilly describes.
The Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm is completely sustainable
through its horse-boarding program. The EAP and EAL
programs at Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm were developed
as a service benefitting its owners as much as its clients. Bill
Langford is a retired Army Engineer and Vietnam veteran.
He feels working with horses has enriched his life and
benefitted his communication with his family.
“In the process of working with clients and seeing the healing
that they were able to get working with the horses, I began to
step out with the horses myself,” Bill Langford notes.
EAP and EAL therapy has been shown to be beneficial for a
number of conditions, including Attention Deficit Disorder,
Autism, Clinical Depression, and Bi-Polar Disorder. The
Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm is certified through EAGALA
and employs three mental health professionals. The Langfords
provide private and group programs tailored to anger
management, youth counseling, marriage counseling, and
teamwork building exercises for corporate training. For more
information, visit the Cherokee Ridge Horse Farm and A
Stable Journey websites.
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Why Your Child Needs an Eye Exam This Summer
It’s the summertime, and you and your child are celebrating
all of their accomplishments from the past school year.
In order for you to ensure your child has another
successful school year, consider taking advantage of the
free time during summer vacation and have your child’s
eyes examined.
Did you know that a child’s visual system is still developing
until early adolescence? This is why it is so important to get
your child’s eyes checked at an early age. Should you have
concerns with your child’s vision, it’s quite possible for those
issues to be resolved if they are caught early in life.
Reasons to Have You Child’s Eyes Examined
Farsightedness (hyperopia) is common in young children.
While most children grow out of this, some children
have extensive farsightedness and need correction with
spectacles in order to see clearly. Nearsightedness (myopia)
is not common until adolescence, but some children do
show nearsightedness at a young age. Remember that
it’s important for your child to see clearly in order for his/
her visual system to develop properly. A large amount of
farsightedness or nearsightedness in a child can lead to
amblyopia, or “lazy eye.”
Amblyopia is a condition in which the brain can ignore
a poor-seeing eye and rely on the better-seeing eye.
The brain ignoring the poor-sighted eye leads to under-
development of that eye. Another condition that can cause
lazy eye is a strabismus, or an eye-turn. If a child is born
with an eye turn, the brain may ignore that eye in order to
avoid double vision. It is vital to catch amblyopia at a young
age—spectacles may help to reverse the condition!
One more reason to have your child’s eyes examined
is for the overall health of the eye. Did you know that
some children might be born with cataracts or glaucoma?
Your eye care provider can treat these conditions, so it’s
important that you
get your child’s vision checked regularly!
By Dr. Ryan A. Cazares, Therapeutic Optometrist
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Seeing the potential for beauty.
What Age to Get Your
Child’s Eyes Checked
You should have your
child’s eyes examined
before age three. In
fact, it is a good idea to
schedule an eye exam
for your child as young
as six months of age.
Some parents may
wonder how eye doctors
can check a young child’s
vision if the child is not
yet able to read the
eye chart.
There are several objective tests we can perform
that do not depend on the child’s input or answers.
Remember that a yearly eye
examination is recommended
for everyone. Take advantage
of the free days this summer
and schedule your child’s eye
examination today!
About the author: Dr. Ryan
Cazares is a native of Scott,
Louisiana and is the owner of
Scott Eye Care. Dr. Cazares
received his Bachelor of Science
degree at the University of
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Dr. Cazares is involved in various leadership groups
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Optometric Society."
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Eating ice cream is an American past time. We’ve
enjoyed making it, seeking it out, and trying it in different
mediums as early as the late 1700’s. It’s been a symbol of
superiority, triumph, celebration, and to this day remains
a staple in victorious celebrations from youth sports
programs to times of achievement. Many of us prefer
classic flavors such as vanilla and chocolate, but with
modern revelations like incorporating cookies, nuts, candy,
and fruit into ice cream, the dessert has truly become a
product of diversity in America.
There is quite a bit of speculation as to where ice cream
originates, but one thing is clear, the tasty treat had many
different forms during its’ early years. We know that
Alexander the Great enjoyed snow that was flavored
with honey and nectar, Marco Polo was fond of
recipes that resemble modern day sherbet,
and that “cream ice” appeared regularly at
the table of King Charles during the early 17th
century. It wasn’t until influences like these
collided (immigration to America) that we had a
delectable dessert officially recognized as
“ice cream”.
The Nostalgia of Ice Cream in America
Hershey’s | Ty Hebert
“As a child, I remember making Cherry Vanilla Ice
Cream with my grandma, Ethel. To this day, my favorite
flavor is still Cherry Vanilla. Now, I have my own ice
cream shop and am afforded the opportunity to bond
with my customers and employees, much like me
and granny did.”
Induldge | Barbara Judice
“Ice Cream is such a versatile product and there
are so many ways to indulge: In a cup, in a cone, in
root beer floats, Affogatos, with pastries, and in a
la mode. There’s a spot for ice cream on everyone’s
taste buds!”
Borden’s | Kackie Lerille
"Looking back on my childhood, one of my favorite
experiences was going to the local ice cream parlor
after cotillion. Some thirty years later I am reminded
of these experiences when groups of cotillion girls
come prancing into my place. I always have so much
fun with them!”
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Until1800, ice cream remained a rare and exotic dessert
enjoyed mostly by the elite in America. Before then, the
tasty treat was reserved for the likes of people such
as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and others
who shared similar social stature. Due to the cost of
ice cream, they only enjoyed it during times of victory
or merriment. Perhaps this is why eating ice cream
is synonymous with feelings of joy, excitement, and
accomplishment.
Pioneered in 1851 by a Baltimore milk dealer named
Jacob Fussell, the widespread manufacturing of ice
cream became a major industry in America. Like other
American industries, ice cream production increased
because of technological innovations including steam
power, mechanical refrigeration, the homogenizer,
electric power, packing machines, and new freezing
processes. Today, more than 1.6 billion gallons of ice
cream are produced annually in the United States.
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“ The best way to eat
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without guilt. You only
live once so why not
indulge in something
that makes everyone’s
day a little brighter!”
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While eating ice cream isn’t necessarily aligned
with social status and wealth anymore, it
does personify many great ideals in which this
country is founded upon. The fact that ice cream
is often given as a reward for accomplishments
in academics, sports, employment, and many
other categories, shows that hard work and
dedication does pay-off. When selecting from
the vast array of flavors and toppings to indulge
in, remember that the freedom to choose
anything and everything you want is a beautiful
thing in itself. After lapping up the remnants of
your next two-scoop scaffold, remind yourself
that ice cream is the product of immigration to
the home of the free, land of the brave.
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“It has always been
known as the great
American dessert and
I have always loved the
gathering aspects of
the ice cream and soda
parlors. Ice cream is just
that one “go-to” when you
need a good pick me up or
are in need of a smile.”
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Interviews are an excellent way for an employer to get to know
you better and evaluate your work style and personality for the
job opening. They are not looking for specific answers, rather
to tap into your personality and identify your characteristics.
Human Resource Managers
take a great deal of time
developing interview
questions and techniques to
successfully complete this
evaluation to find the perfect
fit for the job.
We have polled local Human
Resource Managers to
identify the top five, toughest
interview questions they
typically ask and what they
really want to know. These
questions may be tough
for you, but with proper
preparation and practice,
you will be able to form the
right answers to showcase
how you are a perfect fit
for the position and
the organization.
“Tell Me About Yourself."
Perhaps the most common way for an HR Manager to open
an interview, this is not the time to talk about your entire
life history. Instead, use this introduction to give a quick, but
thorough, summary of your education, training, employment
history, accomplishments, and goals in relation to the job
opening. Use this time to show how you are a perfect fit for
the job.
“What Part of Your Career Are You Most Proud Of?"
Our poll revealed that this question, although a great
opportunity to showcase your accomplishments, is often
unanswered by the candidate. It can be difficult to talk about
your accomplishments without sounding like you are bragging.
But when asking this question, the interviewer is looking for you
to highlight one of your accomplishments in your career. More
specifically, he or she is
looking to see if you are
aware of the importance
of impacting the goals of
an employer in a positive
manner. Give a brief
overview of the situation
and how you were
successful, in addition to
how your overall actions
improved the company
performance or value.
“What Are Your
Weaknesses? What Skills
Do You Lack?"
Part of being a successful
professional is being able
to provide constructive
criticism, even to yourself.
The interviewer is not
looking for you to be
negative about your
abilities; rather that you are fully aware of yourself, your abilities
and what areas you can improve upon. Answer this question with
an honest weakness, following it with the actions you are taking
to improve this weakness.
"What Did You Dislike About Your Previous Employeer? How
Would They Describe You?"
Despite any negative experience you may have had, never talk
badly about a previous employer, manager, colleague, or anyone
else in an interview. Confront this question with a positive
attitude. Highlight what you may have learned about yourself
from working with others in addition to anything you have
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learned from your own shortcomings. The goal is to show the
interviewer that you, once again, are able to honestly evaluate
your own performance, developing a method of improvements
and not placing the blame on anyone else.
"What Makes You a Better Candidate for This Job?"
This question is a bit of a trick, as you will never know what
qualifications the other candidates have. Therefore, you should
politely communicate this to the interviewer, following it with,
“But what I am able to bring to the table is…” This is certain to
impress the interviewer and assure him that you are confident
that you will be the best fit for the job.
A good interview is the key to getting an offer for your dream
job. Make sure to properly prepare for the interview and any
tough questions that might be thrown at you. The interviewer is
By Danielle M. Dayries
always looking for your ability to successfully perform in the position
and contribute to the overall performance of the organization.
Remember that there is no right or wrong answer, only the right
techniques to let your professional character shine through.
About the author: As the owner of the local résumé writing, outplacement,
and career-consulting firm, DMD & Associates, Danielle works with a variety
of clients, at all different levels, through every step of career management,
including job search, career transition, and professional growth to assure each
individual is taking the right steps to achieving success and fulfillment in his
career. Contact Danielle at [email protected], 337-254-0734,
and also at www.dmdcareerconsulting.com. For more career advice and tips,
like her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DMDCareerConsulting and
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In Defense of Facebook Ads
Despite all the benefits Facebook provides,
it seems its makers can’t keep everyone
happy. For every small change to its
interface, there are hundreds of protest
groups that pop up. Aside from the obvious
questions of privacy, one of the most prolific
complaints has to do with the use of ads
to support the immense overhead of the
growing company.
Facebook’s users tend to forget the benefits
when they are confronted with the minimal
costs of using the service. I’ll let you in on
an open secret: nothing is free. If you are
not paying for a service, you are the product
being sold. Facebook is no exception:
Though the service is free to use, the
“cost” is that you are opening yourself up to be
advertised to.
Advertising to support the services we love is
hardly a new concept. In fact, it dates back well
beyond the current era and even that of Don
Draper. Nearly all of the “free” services and
entertainment we enjoy are supported by ads
and sponsors in one way or another. Our favorite
shows on television, magazines (like this one),
and free concerts like Downtown Alive and
Rhythms all ascribe to that model.
When Facebook went public last May, it
refocused on two major goals: profits and
growth. How does a site like Facebook become
profitable? By selling advertisements to offset all
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By Caroline Barry
the expenses associated with maintaining such a huge site.
As for the second goal, growth in a site like Facebook can be
achieved in two ways: increasing subscriber base or increasing the
time each user spends on the site. If at any point people feel that
using the site is not worth their time or becomes unenjoyable,
they use the site less or quit altogether and Facebook loses
its profitability.
So what qualifies someone who makes a living in marketing and
PR to defend Facebook and its use of advertising? Because I’ve
seen it from both sides. I’ve had countless of my own ads rejected
by Facebook for publication because they don’t fit their strict
standards. I realize how hard Facebook works to ensure that the
ads remain relevant and unobtrusive. The future of their business
absolutely depends on their ability to strike a balance between
keeping both their advertisers and users happy.
One thing that many consumers may not understand is that
Facebook rewards businesses and advertisers for being interesting.
There are complex algorithms based on how many clicks, likes,
comments and shares each post gets. Interesting posts – those that
contribute value to the reader – get more interactions and make it
easier for future posts by the same author to be seen. Facebook ads
work in much the same way. If an ad is interesting, it reaches more
people for less money than those that only aim to shout their
sales messages.
Despite all the complaints about changes and the new ways
Facebook allows advertisements, millions of people continue to
interact and engage on the site. They keep up with their friends,
family, and favorite brands. Facebook has brought attention to
many worthy causes and spreads many messages of goodwill. So,
let’s try to remember the bigger picture and stop letting a little
contextual advertising get in the way.
About the author: Caroline Barry works with small businesses
and organizations on marketing, social media and business
development. She can be reached at [email protected] or
at barkloudmarketing.com.
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That Great Family Vacation
The Blended FamilyBeing a blended family may be challenging at the best of times, even
during the dream vacation. With attempting to create harmony
amidst different routines and lifestyles, a vacation for the
blended family may need to focus more on compromise and clear
communication instead of any one family member’s ideal vacation.
• For the newly blended family, consider a shorter duration of
time in your vacation planning, such as a 3 or 4 day weekend,
as a way to ease into prolonged togetherness.
• Decide how much quality time together you are expecting, or
will there be allowable alone time for each family member to
relax on their own or decide their own activities.
• Be clear in communicating these expectations to your family
members. With each child and adult knowing what will happen
and what is expected from the beginning, events may run much
more smoothly, and hopefully prevent any hurt or distressed
feelings.
With summer time, comes the planning and searching for
that great family vacation. This is a time that we all hope to
experience enjoyment and connect with our family members.
Although relaxation, amusement, and discovery may be
the goal, planning a family vacation may be a stressful and
complicated task for many families. For those families with
special needs family members, for the blended family, and for
the family with a wide age range between children, meeting
everyone’s needs while looking for that guarantee of fun for
each may be quite daunting.
The Family with a Special Needs Family MemberFor the family with a special needs member, much has to
be considered not just in regards to the destination, but the
travel plans as well.
• When choosing a destination, consider the activities
involved against your family member’s needs and
disabilities. For example, for a child or adult who
fatigue very easily, a vacation that involves a high level
of hiking or bike riding may not be the ideal.
• For airplane travel, it may be helpful to opt for a layover versus
a direct flight in order to reduce the expectation of sitting
for an extended period of time. When driving, this may mean
making several pit stops.
• Timing of flights or car travel may be important also, with
morning time being optimal as a child with special needs may
not be as tired or as easily overwhelmed during this time of
the day.
• A letter from a doctor noting your family member’s diagnosis
may also be helpful in seeking accommodations, such as seat
upgrades for air travel or a fast pass or special ride privileges at
a theme park.
• It may be best to preview the events ahead, such as the
activities within the airport or car trip, the accommodations
at the hotel or resort, likely activities during the vacation,
while highlighting anything that will be new or possibly
overstimulating to your special needs family member.
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• Compromise is the goal. With two different families, with
their own history, likes, dislikes, traditions, and routines,
putting aside specific personal preferences in order to truly
blend the families may be necessary.
The Family with Toddlers to TeensFor the family with a wide age difference between children, many
vacation factors need to be considered, from accommodations
to planned activities. Weighing each family member’s needs and
expectations will help determine these considerations.
• When it comes to accommodations, space is a prime
variable. Knowing that teens do like some alone time,
while young children often require day time naps, ensuring
that your accommodation site can offer enough space to
meet these needs may help everyone better enjoy their
time together.
• When choosing a location or destination, it may be helpful
to search for one that provides varied activity types, such as
relaxation, physical activity, and possibly cultural interest. This
will help to meet the possibly wide range of interest for the
different age groups within your family.
• Consideration of childcare for the younger family members or
splitting up for a short time period in order for the older teen
to have access to a preferred activity with their parent(s), while
the younger family members can enjoy their time as well.
Creating that great family vacation always requires planning. But
for those families with members with special needs, the blended
family, or the family with a wide age range of children, planning
ahead and considering each member’s needs, expectations, and
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all involved.
About the author: Dr. Annie W. Spell is a
licensed clinical psychologist, specializing
in the assessment and treatment of
children and adolescents. She currently
provides services within the private
practice setting, working with children
facing variable psychological and learning
difficulties. Dr. Spell has also worked
within the school setting, pediatric
clinics, and the juvenile justice system.
She is the psychological contributor to
LEAP ’N LEARN, an early childhood
movement education syllabus sold
and used worldwide. Additionally, her
research on childhood responses following
trauma has been published in professional
psychological journals, as well as in a
book chapter.
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for one that provides varied activity types, such as relaxation,
physical activity, and possibly cultural interest."
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Design Your OWN Shoes This Summer
Looking for a fun, DIY project to do this summer with the kids?
Why not try designing a pair of shoes - with the kids or just for
yourself! Imagine cute, one of a kind, summer shoes created exactly
the way you or the kids envision. These hand-painted shoes can
be designed to be as simple or as complex as your skills and time
commitment can handle.
By Emily Dugal
Just find any pair of white shoes that are made of canvas or cloth
(Vans, Ked’s, Converse, Toms, etc). It is best to choose a shoe
that generally has a smooth surface and doesn’t include a whole
lot of complicated stitching patterns. Creating your design is super
simple! Select a theme or idea that suits you; pick something that
has various elements within the theme then sketch your idea on
the shoe using a pencil. If you are not comfortable with drawing,
use a stencil or trace a pattern.
When painting your design, it is best to use acrylic paints and a
small paintbrush all which can be found at Michaels, Hobby Lobby,
or other art supply stores. Once painted, it only takes a few hours
to dry, and then your masterpiece is ready to wear!
These cool shoes make a great summer project with the kids,
a birthday party activity, and even a great gift. With so many
opportunities and options, you can truly customize any pair of
shoes to your taste or event.
How To:
1. Find a pair of light colored shoes made of canvas/cloth.
(Vans, Ked’s, Converse, Toms, etc.)
2. Lightly sketch your idea or design on the shoe using a pencil
or use your favorite stencils or patterns to trace.
3. Paint your design using acrylic paint. The paintbrush should
be a small one that is easy to maneuver. Tip: I find it easiest to
water down the paint a little before applying it.
4. The paint dries in a few hours, but it is best to let it dry
overnight to be safe.
5. Apply a clear finish on top of the dried shoe to protect it from
weather and wear. (Gel Medium, Mod Podge, etc.)
Your shoes are now summer ready!
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I was first introduced to the idea of painting a pair of shoes
when my art teacher, Kim Thibodeaux, approached me about
an art competition that was based around this idea. The
competition was created by Vans and is called Vans Custom
Culture. Eight St. Thomas More art students were paired
together to design four completely different pairs of shoes that
were also unified by an underlying element. The four different
themes for the shoes were Sports, Art, Music, and Local Flavor.
My theme was music. My partner, Jacklyn Marr, and I spent
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fades. But I say, absolutely not! In fact, attraction
can increase.
I learned this first-hand with my beloved Jim. I want to
share an entry from the blog I wrote after Jim’s stroke. In
the nineteenth year of our marriage, he suffered a massive
stroke that left him hemiplegic and relying on a trach and
a peg tube, along with oxygen but still mentally alert and
with his trademark genius and love. I set up his hospital
bed in our living room, among his beloved books and with
a broad view of our back yard with its many squirrels
and birds.
On this particular morning, I wrote, “I just came from
holding Jim’s hand as he fell back asleep. That hand-
holding was a wake-up call for me. My perceptual style
is to take in the overall picture of a moment; the tone
of it. But this morning, I broke through that pattern into
perceiving the details of that hand-holding. His warm
hand embraced mine. Our thumbs were flesh to flesh.
Our mounds of Venus were pressed together. My fingers
enfolded his thumb. Mmm. What sensuality! I guess his
stroke and the limitations it places on us have led me
It’s summer in Louisiana, and it’s sizzling! Southern
summers invariably take me back. Remember those
summers when you were a teen, awakening to your body
and its response to love? I still remember the old Town
House swimming pool: the smell of burgers on the grill,
the sight of the hot sun glinting on the cool chlorinated
water, and the squeals of teen girls as they were hoisted
onto the shoulders of strong teen boys for water fights.
Yes, I remember.
Every sense was sharply focused. In fact, I can still feel the
boys’ tanned skin, seal-wet and slippery. I can even feel
the fabric of my black and white dotted Swiss swimsuit.
There was bliss in all those sensations. Awareness was
blossoming—of my body and its responses to the touch
of another.
Sad to say, over the years, we can become numb to those
sensations. We let our senses get dulled. When we first
meet our beloved, she is Venus. He is our Adonis. Every
look or touch leaves us breathless. With time, however,
the sizzle sputters. We merely glance at each other in
passing. Some say early relationship bliss just naturally
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to notice these exquisite details. There is sensuality in
every touch of our soulmate connection. It is a gift.”
I want to pass this on to you today. Partners’ sensual
attraction for each other can increase. You’ll have
to work this from two angles: One, clear away any
barnacles of negativity that arise. By barnacles I mean
those feelings and attitudes of anger, resentment,
revenge, and withdrawal that partners can get into.
Talk about them. Analyze them. As you clear away
such negativity, you’ll be clearing a path for your
attraction and love to reawaken. Two, create sensual
connections—through touch, words, events. Then savor
them. Jim and I created a binder with lists: Our Top 5
Enchanted Meals, Our Top 5 Vacations, and Our Top 5
Sexual Experiences. We read over them, talked about
them, and savored them. And you know what? Each
time we revisited them, we felt romantic all over again.
Even after 22 years!
Oh, and one more thing. You’ll need to wake up to every
little thing. Jim wrote me in an early letter, “Every little
thing you do I notice. Notice and take delight in. Even
your unlatching both our seat belts in the car.” Jim’s
words remind me that there is exquisite pleasure in
being sensitive to little moments of sensual connection;
of niceness, of love, of beauty. So, partners, take in
every little thing today about each other. Then speak it
to each other.
Here’s to your bringing back that sizzling summer love!
About the author: Kathryn Elliott, Ph.D., is Director of
Anthetic Psychology Center. She specializes in helping
couples repair and revitalize their relationships. She is
co-author with James Elliott of Disarming Your Inner
Critic. She appears each Sunday on KLFY’s Passe Partout,
“Dr. Kathryn Elliott: On Relationships.” Visit her website at
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I Pledge Allegiance
Celebrating our freedom on July 4th gives us the opportunity
to celebrate our heritage in a country that protects and values
our precious freedoms. And the site of our majestic American
flag stirs up strong feelings of loyalty and pride for most of us.
We remember the military sacrifices made fighting and dying
to preserve the inalienable rights Americans hold sacred: life,
liberty and the pursuit of happiness. George Washington said the
following about the symbolism of the flag: “We take the stars from
Heaven, the red from our mother country, separating it by white
stripes, thus showing that we have separated from her, and the
white stripes shall go down to posterity representing liberty.”
The United States Flag Code was passed on June 14, 1923 through
the work of the American Legion and the VFW to promote flag
etiquette and preserve respectful treatment of this institutional
symbol. Found in 36 USC, the Flag Code outlines the use, display,
and disposal of the flag, but serves only as a guideline which is
not enforced with punitive penalties for noncompliance.
These are some highlights of American flag etiquette:
1. The flag should usually be displayed from sunrise to sunset,
but may be displayed 24 hours a day if properly illuminated
during hours of darkness.
2. The flag should be raised briskly and lowered ceremoniously.
3. The flag should never touch the ground or anything
below it. If it does accidently touch the ground, you
do not need to retire it but do clean it immediately to
remedy the situation.
4. A flag need only be retired if it is in such an old and
tattered condition that is no longer a fitting emblem
for display. When a flag is retired, it should be
destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.
You can always take your flag to the local American
Legion if you want assistance in retiring your flag.
5. The flag should not be flown in inclement weather
unless it is an all-weather flag.
6. When the flag is raised or lowered as part of a
ceremony as it passes by in parade or review,
everyone, except those in uniform, should face the
flag with the right hand over the heart.
7. When the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag is recited,
persons should stand at attention facing the flag with
the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform
men should remove any non-religious headdress
with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder,
the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform
should remain silent, face the flag, and render the
military salute.
8. The U.S. flag should never be dipped toward any
person or object.
9. Flags should not be used in any kinds of advertisements.
10. The flag is not to be worn as apparel.
11. The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally.
“We take the stars from Heaven, the red from
our mother country, separating it by white
stripes, thus showing that we have separated
from her, and the white stripes shall go down
to posterity representing liberty.”
-George Washington
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When displayed from a staff in a church or public
auditorium, the flag should hold the position of superior
prominence in the position of honor at the speaker's
right as he faces the audience. Any other flag so
displayed should be placed on the left of the speaker
or to the right of the audience.
Happy Fourth of July to everyone from Grace Notes. We
hope these timeless guidelines instill a newborn sense of
pride in our beloved symbol of freedom, the glorious flag of
the United States of America!
About the authors: Lynley Jones and Jan Swift are partners
in Grace Notes, LLC, an etiquette endeavor to help further
society’s niceties. You can contact them ontact them at
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12. It in violation of the flag code to use flag napkins or flag
paper plates (such as for 4th of July picnics) because the
flag should not be “printed or otherwise impressed on
paper napkins or boxes or anything that is designed for
temporary use and discard.”
13. The flag of the United States of America should be at
the center and at the highest point of the group when a
number of flags of States are displayed. When flags of two
or more nations are displayed, they are to be flown from
separate staffs of the same height. The flags should be of
approximately equal size. International usage forbids the
display of the flag of one nation above that of another
nation in time of peace.
14. When used on a speaker's platform, the flag, if displayed
flat, should be displayed above and behind the speaker.
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Sponsors of the event are: ABSOLUT,
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One of the most popular fundraising
events in Lafayette is kicking off now!
Martinis 2013: The ABSOLUT® Best
Martini Tour starts Tuesday, July 2 and
eight of the finest local restaurants
will vie for the title of “Lafayette’s
ABSOLUT® Best Martini” as a
benefit for Healing House; Hope for
Grieving Children.
“The Martinis tour and gala are our
primary fundraisers for the year and
allow us to continue to provide grief
support services to Acadiana families
completely free of charge. The more
you vote for your favorite ABSOLUT
martini, the more funds are raised to
help us make a difference in life of
a grieving child. You can vote online
at healing-house.org or at any of the
participating restaurants.”
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The search for “Lafayette’s
ABSOLUT® Best Martini” will
culminate with Martinis 2013 on
Saturday, August 24th at Hilton
Lafayette. Enjoy the great sounds
of 5th Avenue while tasting fine
hors d’oeuvres, bidding on fabulous
auction items, and voting for your
ABSOLUT favorite martini!
Tickets are $100 per person and
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Every Tuesday from July 2 through August 20,
get out and taste test that week’s featured
restaurant’s signature martini and cast your vote
for “Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini.”
Tuesday, July 2 Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar
Tuesday, July 9 Bonefish Grill
Tuesday, July 16 Social Southern Table & Bar
Tuesday, July 23 Charley G’s
Tuesday, July 30 Tsunami
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Tuesday, August 13 Ruffino’s on the River
Tuesday, August 20 Pamplona Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Healing House and Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini
Healing House assists local
families in Acadiana that have
experienced the death of a parent
or sibling. Healing House; Hope
for Grieving Children provides grief
support groups for children in an
atmosphere where they are allowed
to express their grief through
interactive play, expressive art work
and discussion groups with peers
experiencing the same trauma. All
services provided by Healing House
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For more information visit
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Don’t Let Your Skincare Take a Vacation This Summer!
Did you know that there are times during the year that you should generally avoid most laser treatments such as laser hair removal, laser resurfacing and photorejuvenation? The best time for laser treatments is in the fall and winter months when the UVB rays are getting weaker and less harmful to the skin and the amount of sun exposure you receive is minimal. In the late spring and summer, a person receives more sun exposure due to longer days, vacations, and more outdoor activities. Consequently, you produce more pigment in your skin, even if you use a good sunscreen. This increased pigment increases your chances of experiencing complications from having laser treatments. However, there are some cosmetic procedures that are still safe to perform during the spring and summer months. Some of these procedures include Botox cosmetic, wrinkle fillers, exilis, ulthera, microdermabrasions and facials.
Botox Cosmetic: Botox is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the world. Botox is a purified protein that is injected into the appropriate muscles causing them to relax and thus diminish or eliminate those pesky creases, lines and furrows. Dermal Fillers: There are many dermal fillers to choose from that can be used for many different reasons. You will want to consult with an advanced physician expert to determine which fillers are right for you. A skilled physician is the best value, in terms of safety and artistry, to help restore youthful fullness to your face, plump lips, enhance shallow contours or soften facial creases and wrinkles. Although fillers are not permanent, they do give prolonged results and
periodic touch ups will keep you looking your best. Often times, combination treatments are used in conjunction with fillers. These treatments such as exilis, ulthera and (occasionally certain lasers) are used to achieve your overall desired result.
When considering any type of injectable procedures such as dermal fillers or neuromodulators (Botox), treatments actually performed by an experienced, board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon is my recommendation for the greatest safety and most advanced techniques and best results.
Exilis: Exilis is a non-invasive treatment that uses radio frequency for skin tightening, reduction of wrinkles and sculpting of targeted fat deposits. Depending on your body and your result goals, you will need between 3-6 treatments performed once every 7-10 days.
Ulthera: Ulthera is another non-invasive, non-surgical procedure that uses ultrasound technology for skin tightening and lifting for the entire face and neck. Ultherapy helps your tissue to begin making new collagen, giving you a more youthful appearance. For most candidates, a single ulthera treatment would give you the results you are looking for.
Microdermabrasion: These are very relaxing treatments that work on all skin types and colors. This technique is a skin exfoliation and rejuvenation combination treatment. This treatment will help promote a clear complexion by improving skin texture, acne and some pigmentation. Skin may be temporarily pink but fully recovers within 24 hours. It will leave your skin feeling softer and looking brighter, especially when it is added to your at-home skincare regimen.
Fillers in the mid-face, tear troughs and folds around the nose and mouth.
Botox and fillers in the tear troughs, mid-face and around the mouth.
Botox and fillers in the tear troughs, mid-face and folds around the nose
and mouth.
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Microdermabrasions are not effective for deeper problems such as scars, stretch marks, or wrinkles, but they are safe to do year-round and, depending on a person’s skin type, can be done as often as every few weeks.
Facials: Facials are a common spa treatment involving a variety of skin treatments including exfoliation, steam, extractions, creams, lotions, masks and massage. Microdermabrasion and facials work best when it is part of an ongoing skincare program.
My recommendation is to have a skin expert customize a skincare regimen that is perfect for you! It should also include product and makeup consultants as well as trained estheticians to go over your current skincare regimen to recommend appropriate products to help you reach your goals and maintain that youthful, natural appearance! With professional expertise and your commitment, your goals can be accomplished!
About the author: Dr. Christopher Hubbell is the Medical Director of a Jeuné
Advanced Medical Spa and Acadiana Dermatology. He has been in practice since
1991 and is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Hubbell is
committed to offering the very best in medical, surgical, and aesthetic skincare.
Ulthera skin tightening and lifting and Sculptra aesthetic.
"When considering any type of injectable procedures... an experienced, board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon is my recommendation for the greatest safety and most advanced techniques and best results."
By Dr. Chrisopher Hubbell
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By Flint Zerangue, Sr. Photography by Penny Moore with Moore Photography
Flo Meadows Community Champion and
People Philanthropist
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" Lafayette is at a crossroad.
We are headed to either a
world class community or one in decline.
In a global innovation economy, communities compete as regions."
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When it comes to preserving the past and shaping the future
of Lafayette Parish and the Acadiana area, far too many people
are content with sitting on the sidelines and letting others
debate the issues that will so greatly affect future generations.
Whether it’s due to a lack of time, understanding of the issues
or just not caring about the future of our community, the
fact remains that without strong, well-informed community
leaders, the economic future of our community is at risk.
Fortunately, there are people like Flo Meadows who are willing
to volunteer their time and resources to help insure that
Acadiana will not only survive but thrive.
As a graduate of ULL (with a degree in Accounting and minor
in French), Flo obtained her CPA certification and held the
CFO position for Candace Capital Partners, LLC until 2003
when she decided to change careers and become a commercial
real estate broker. Her background was a perfect fit for the
industry; she quickly became a key player for the commercial
team at Coldwell Banker Pelican Real Estate.
Flo is no stranger to the business and community minded
people of Acadiana. She maintains an active participant role
in public programs and committees such as the Lafayette
Comprehensive Plan, Lafayette Central Park, ULL Master
Plan, LPSS Education Plan and Facilities Plan, the City of Scott
Master Plan, and many others. In addition, her leadership roles
with local organizations and lists of accolades read like an intro
for a lifetime achievement award recipient. Most recently, she
was named the 2013 Business Person of the Year by the Junior
Achievement of Acadiana - Business Hall of Fame.
Over the past few years, Flo has been active with many local
and state organizations such as the Greater Lafayette Chamber
of Commerce, Lafayette Health Ventures, LEDA, ULL B. I.
Moody College of Business Advisory Council, 705 Leadership
Mentor, LCPA Acadiana Chapter, FiberCorps, Acadiana
Center for the Arts, as well as American Heart Association,
Go Red for Women, Leukemia and Lymphoma Association,
Leadership Louisiana, Acadiana Chapter of Louisiana Society
of CPA’s and the Realtors Association of Acadiana where she
has and continues to serve on countless committees, boards
and advisory panels.
As our interview progressed, with every response, we
became more intrigued with Flo’s passions, convictions, and
perceived purpose in life. Our Q & A was both informative
and insightful.
FACE: What do you think drives your passion for being so
involved in the future growth and development of Lafayette
and the Acadiana area?
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Meadows: Gratitude drives my community passion. We are
consumers of our community and have the responsibility to
give back. The most powerful motivator in the toolkit of this
city-making is the human heart. Love
for others and for the community is
the cornerstone of civic citizenship.
Sir Isaac Newton’s words, “If I have
seen further than others, it is by
standing on the shoulders of giants”
reminds me that we bask in a robust
economy largely due to leaders that
came before us. Our children and
grandchildren place their hope in
us to provide them with a quality
community for their future families.
I thank my parents, who were children of the Great
Depression, for their devotion to faith and family matters.
Their teachings provided me with a solid and strong work
ethic, spirit of gratitude, love of people, and lifelong learning.
It fuels my passion!
FACE: What do you think are the hottest topics our
community faces over the next 3 to 5 years?
Meadows: Lafayette is at a crossroads. We are headed to
either a world class community or one in decline. In a global
innovation economy, communities compete as regions.
While we (Lafayette) enjoy a robust economy, our 6 major
roadways are failing whilst we face population growth
exceeding 60,000 over the next
20 years. Many of our institutions
are facing financial sustainability
challenges.
There is a confluence of planning
for investment in Lafayette’s future;
an influx of new public and private,
bold, visionary leadership like no
other time in Lafayette’s history.
Public and private leadership must
be collaborative as they focused
on an overarching economic
development strategy to make
successful decisions relative to our community assets.
Therefore, our greatest focus should be on the upcoming
elections for the City Parish President, City Parish Council,
and school board members. Our elected leadership must
possess the capacity to join a collaborative community
network of leadership that is focuses on grow in this fiercely
competitive country.
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" Lafayette is a Zydecolicious
community that allows anyone who moves here an
opportunity to earn a living, leave their mark, and to
co-author the next chapter of Lafayette’s history."
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FACE: What do you love the most about Lafayette and
Acadiana community?
Meadows: The warm and welcoming
embrace of its people – it is a
Zydecolicious community that
allows anyone who moves here an
opportunity to earn a living, leave
their mark, and to co-author the next
chapter of Lafayette’s history.
I’ve had the pleasure of working with
Flo in both a corporate and non-profit
organization-type setting for almost
ten years now. What I find fascinating
about her involvement in so many
community projects and issues is that
no matter how tough the issue or how
heated the debate, Flo is always under
control, polite, and on point. If the
saying, “Cooler heads will prevail,”
has any merit at all, then you’ll want
Flo Meadows on your side.
There’s no doubt Flo is a community champion, but what
many people don’t know is that she is a real people person.
She loves to help others find what they need to succeed; a
connector, of sorts, for people — a people philanthropist,
if you will. She loves to connect people with needs to those
who can provide solutions and
guidance. She’s a spiritual person,
believing in the fruits of the Holy
Spirit and living her life with a
profound passion for life, love, joy,
kindness, faithfulness gentleness,
and self-control. She always has
a smile to share and a word of
encouragement for those who
need it.
When asked about her favorite
quote, she replied, “What you leave
behind is not what is engraved
in stone monuments; it is what is
woven into the lives of others.”
So in this patriotic month of July,
when we celebrate our freedoms
and all that is great about our country, we salute Flo
Meadows for taking the time to not only care about the
future of our community, but for taking action to help
preserve and promote the community of Acadiana.
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on which cruise you take, and the dining, headed by
famed American chef Regina Charboneau, focuses on
regional favorites.
Seven-DAy vACAtIon: engLAnD
Now that the London Summer Olympics have passed, 2013
is the perfect year to visit England. The permanent venues
like the aquatics center and stadium, along with the Olympic
park, are being converted for public use and will open as
the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park by midsummer. Olympic
Village, the former athlete base camp, was converted into
an apartment and condo complex, which is now called East
Village. But don't spend all your time looking at Olympic
venues. London, and England as a whole, is famous for so
much more, such as literature, history, architecture, and even
fish and chips.
10-DAy vACAtIon: ALASkA MArIne HIgHwAy SySteM
Alaska stretches out over 656,000 square miles of space, so
exploring the state is a once-in-a-lifetime memorable trip.
And 2013 is the year to do it, as Alaska's Marine Highway
celebrates its founding 50 years ago. Today, 11 ferries
travel over 3,500 miles on the "marine highway" between
Washington State and Alaska's Aleutian islands. Visitors who
take this route will come away with a deep understanding of
Alaska's diverse and scenic coastline and communities.
(BPT) - There are two kinds of travelers out there: those who
plan and those who wing it. But what they have in common
is a love of travel and exploring new destinations. Whether
you take two-day weekend trips or 10-day vacations, here
are some must-see destinations that travel-inspiration site
Away.com selected for 2013.
two-DAy vACAtIon: BIrMIngHAM, ALA.
If you're into history and like the idea of a southern
road trip, then check out Birmingham. 2013 marks the 50th
anniversary of pivotal events that led to the civil rights
movement that ultimately ended segregation in the 1950s
and 60s. Birmingham plans to celebrate all year with special
exhibitions, symphonies concerts, plays and commemorative
historic tours. To make it a true road trip, tack on the journey
from Selma to Montgomery, which is a National Historic Trail.
Four-DAy vACAtIon: FInger LAkeS, n.y.
If visiting wine country is on your bucket list, you might think
a trip to California is your only domestic option. But if you
want to skip the massive crowds of Napa or happen to live
closer to the East Coast, the Finger Lakes region in New York
State is the place to go. The area is the largest wine producer
east of California, yielding more than 40,000 tons of grapes a
year. Not only is wine a highlight, there are two newly created
self-guided trails that highlight cheese and sweets. The two
trails feature around 15 artisan cheese makers and sweet
creators. Once you're full, check out the 87-mile Cayuga Lake
Scenic Byway and the Corning Museum of Glass, home to the
largest glass collection in the world.
tHree- to Seven-DAy vACAtIon: MISSISSIPPI rIver
SteAMBoAt CruISe
In 2012 the American Queen Steamboat Company started
running the largest steamboat ever built up the Mississippi
River. You'll feel like you've stepped back in time as you
rediscover the history and beauty of America's heartland.
Shore excursions at destinations such as New Orleans,
Memphis, St. Louis and Minneapolis are included, depending
H o TWhat's in 2013
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It’s summer time; and there are plenty of great, inexpensive places
in Acadiana to take your family on a family fun day. I’d say that
many of us are well versed in knowing our way around Acadiana.
The abundance of food, dancing, and music that our culture is so
well known for provides a platform for us to explore many different
avenues of family fun. However, there’s a large portion of the
population that may be missing out on awesome adventures to be
had, all within two hours driving time of Lafayette.
There are seven parishes that make up the heart of Acadiana:
Acadia, Jefferson Davis, St. Martin, St. Landry, Iberia, Vermilion,
and Lafayette parishes. Each and every one contributes unique
ways in which you and your family can spend quality time together.
Now, we aren’t going to be sending you on a costly journey to
places that sell candy, soda, and nachos at over-inflated prices.
We’re sending you off to explore an array of family-friendly
excursions that are educational, historic, adventurous, and most
importantly inexpensive! Here is a guide, by parish, of just a
few of the wonderful day trips Acadiana has to offer.
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Crystal Rice Plantation & Heritage Farm
Crystal Rice features tours of a restored
1848 Acadian/Creole cottage by the
late Frances Wright. The home, built of
Louisiana cypress, homemade brick,
and moss, was named Blue Rose as
a memorial to the late Sol Wright who
developed revolutionary rice seed varieties
for growth in Louisiana starting in 1907.
Also featured, is the Antique Car Museum
and an Agricultural Tour that shows the
rotation of rice and crawfish on the same
fields. Crawfish boils and catering are
available for groups of 25 or more.
6428 Airport Rd
Crowley, LA 70526
337-783-6417
Kelly's Landing Agricultural Museum & Tours
Take a nostalgic walk through the past as you view the farming tools of
our fathers and grandfathers. The equipment of yesterday was simple
and, quite often, handmade. Tour the antique farm equipment and toy
tractor collection. All tours are scheduled by appointment only.
1109 Robert's Cove Road
Crowley, LA 70526
337-788-0546 or 337-263-5520
Acadia Parish
Jeff Davis Parish
"The abundance of food, dancing, and music that our culture is so well known for provides a platform for us to explore many different avenues of family fun."
Flyway Byway
Bike, hike, drive or canoe the Flyway
Byway, a scenic trail through swamp,
river and unique terrain. See if you can
spy any strange critters and beware of
gators! Get your gear ready; this trail is
not for the weak-hearted! The trail ends
at the beautiful Lorraine Bridge, an old
scenic bridge worth its own trip. See if
you can spot members of our vast wildlife
community and test your terrain skills.
Niblet Road
Welsh, LA 70591
800-264-5521
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W. H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum & Children’s Telephone Museum
If you've ever wondered what life was like 50 years ago, take a step
back in time at the W.H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum. You
can visit an authentic country store that operated in rural Jeff Davis
Parish from 1910-1949. The original store, located about 12 miles north
of Jennings, was opened during the Great Depression to serve the
large number of farm workers in the area. A realistic capsule of early
20th century lifestyle, the museum features antique toys, newspapers,
games, hats, fashions, sewing notions, fabric, patent medicine,
school supplies, and hardware. Also located within the museum
is a Children’s Telephone Museum which provides an interactive
learning experience centered on a number of communication and
historical telephone exhibits. The Children’s Museum is designed for a
controlled, yet imaginative experience for children of all ages.
311 North Main Street
Jennings, LA 70546
337-821-5532
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Bayou Teche Experience
Bayou Teche Experience is the
first and only outfitter in the region
offering shuttle service to and from
the Atchafalaya Basin, Lake Martin
and along Bayou Teche. Kayak and
bicycle rentals with guided and
self-guided tours are available.
Natural History and Wildlife as well
as Cajun Heritage Tours are the
most popular offerings. The outfitter
is located next to the Bridge across
the street of the Bayou Teche
Visitors Center in Breaux Bridge.
317 East Bridge Street
Breaux Bridge, LA
337-366-0337
Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site
Here's a rare opportunity to see how Louisiana's first Acadians lived and to visit an
early Creole plantation home. Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site explores
the cultural interplay among the diverse peoples along the famed Bayou Teche.
Acadians and Creoles, Indians and Africans, Frenchmen and Spaniards, slaves and
free people of color – all contributed to the historical tradition of cultural diversity
in the Teche region. Starting this month, enjoy an event every Saturday of the
month for the next year. On first Saturdays there are 5K guided nature hike, second
Saturdays are Conversations Around the Coffee Pot (French roundtable), third
Saturdays are Vintage Dance Steps, fourth Saturdays are Woodsmen Crafts, and
fifth Saturdays are Open Fire Black Pot Cooking demonstrations.
19501 Pleasant Rd.
Abbeville, LA 70510
877-226-7652 or 337-893-3930
St. Martin Parish
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Louisiana Military Hall of Fame and Museum
The Louisiana Military Hall of
Fame & museum is dedicated
to telling the stories about the
Armed Forces, local veterans
and the conflicts and wars our
forces fought in. Here you can
view military aircraft, weapons,
memorabilia, history and more.
Admission is free to the public
but donations accepted. Currently,
the museum is searching for
volunteers so if you enjoy the
sights here there is opportunity
for you to stick around!
911 Revis Sirmon Loop
Abbeville, LA 70510
337-898-9645
Palmetto Island State Park
Louisiana's newest state park offers 6 cabins,
95 campsites, 4 picnic pavilions, numerous
picnic sites, a visitor center, boat launch, splash
park, nature trails, lakes, canoe area and more.
19501 Pleasant Rd.
Abbeville, LA 70510
877-226-7652 or 337-893-3930
Vermilion Parish
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
This beautiful state park is located
adjacent to America's largest river
swamp, the Atchafalaya Basin
Swamp. They offer rental cabins,
camping, canoe sites and public
pavilions. Enjoy the wonderful
hiking trails or glide down the
wandering water trails searching
for wildlife indigenous to the area.
5400 Levee Road
St. Martinville, LA 70582
888-677-7200
Antique Rose Ville
Take ride on over to Antique Rose Ville where you
can visit the circa 1830 Renoudet Cottage and its
surrounding gardens that are listed in the National
Directory for Gardens in America. The gardens
include fountains, a pond and bridge, natural
south Louisiana plants and over 100 varieties of
antique roses. It’s truly a gardener’s paradise!
2007 Freyou Road
New Iberia, LA 70560
337-367-3000
Iberia Parish
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Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
A unit of the Jean Lafitte National
Historical Park and Preserve,
the center tells the story of the
Acadians who settled the prairie
region of southwest Louisiana.
There are extensive exhibits and
artifacts interpreting the history,
language, music, and architecture
of the Cajuns here and music, crafts
and cooking demonstrations every
Saturday. This park is also home to
a wide assortment of publications
and recorded music, as well as
children's books and crafts available
for purchase. Free admission.
250 West Park Avenue
Eunice, LA
337-457-8499
Bayou Teche Brewing
Started in a converted old rail car near the banks of the Bayou Teche, Bayou
Teche Brewing is crafting innovative ales true to the brewers’ original intent –
beers that compliment the unique foods and lifestyles of South Louisiana. All
beers are named in Cajun French in an effort to help preserve and promote our
native language. Make your way down to Bayou Teche Brewing for great tours
and a genuine southern experience.
1106 Bushville Highway
Arnaudville, LA
337-303-8000
Le Vieux Village
The village features an array of buildings dating from the
1700s to the turn of the century including the Louisiana
Orphan Train Museum. Guided tours are available by
appointment. Le Vieux Village is part of the city’s historic
gateway corridor. The village offers visitors a glimpse of early
rural life in St. Landry Parish. Officially created in 1988 by the
Opelousas Tourism and Activities Committee, the history of
its development dates back to the early 70s. In 1971, through
the efforts of many local citizens, the Venus House donated
by the Fontenot family was moved from the Grand Prairie
area of St. Landry Parish to the site next to a small Tourist
Welcome Center.
828 East Landry Street
Opelousas, LA
337-948-626
St. Landry Parish
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LEGACY OF THE ATCHAFALAYASATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013, 6pm
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DISNEY’S FANTASIASATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2013, 4pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMASTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013, 6:30pm
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RESURRECTIONSATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014, 6pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
WATER MUSICFRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2014, 7:30pm
St. John’s Cathedral
CHAMBER CONCERTS ACROSS THE OCEANSUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2013, 3pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
HEARTSTRINGSFRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2014, 7:30pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
GUITAR AMORÉSUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2014, 3pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
CLOSING WITH A WINNERSATURDAY, MAY 17, 2014, 6pm
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MASTERWORKS CONCERTSSTARTING WITH A WINNERSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2013, 6pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
LEGACY OF THE ATCHAFALAYASATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2013, 6pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
DISNEY’S FANTASIASATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2013, 4pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMASTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013, 6:30pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
RESURRECTIONSATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014, 6pm
Heymann Performing Arts Center
WATER MUSICFRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2014, 7:30pm
St. John’s Cathedral
CHAMBER CONCERTS ACROSS THE OCEANSUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2013, 3pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
HEARTSTRINGSFRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2014, 7:30pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
GUITAR AMORÉSUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2014, 3pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
CLOSING WITH A WINNERSATURDAY, MAY 17, 2014, 6pm
Acadiana Center for the Arts
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Joshua Farrington is one of Lafayette's best kept secrets. A dedicated hair stylist with an obvious love of his craft, Joshua commutes between Cajun Country and the Big Apple in his passionate quest to continuously learn high-end skills, techniques, and tips so that he can share them with his clients in Acadiana.
Born and raised in New Orleans, Joshua received his cosmetology license in Mississippi and headed straight for Manhattan. All of his hands-on training was received in the elite salons on 5th Avenue. Over the past 10 years, Joshua has apprenticed, trained, and worked in world class salons such as Sally Hershberger, Oscar Blandi, and Rita Hazan each famous as the stylists for Halle Berry, Paula Abdul, and Ashley Simpson respectively. Joshua quickly gained his own following and his own impressive clientele including celebrities such as Anne Hathaway and Jillian Michaels. "I went to Manhattan with the intention of staying 3-5 years. I had no idea how much information there was to digest. Hair is like music, it never really stops evolving, so I stayed for over 9 years," shares Joshua.
Sitting in Joshua’s chair for the first time, you know immediately that this will be a unique experience. The amount of time Joshua spends with his clients before even touching his shears lets you know this man cares immensely about the job he is about to perform. His utter seriousness in examining face shape, running his fingers through to determine texture, asking questions about lifestyle and personal style, as well as determining how you are at styling your own hair, how long you go in between cuts…you can't help but bubble with excitement at the thought, "Wow, this man really cares about my hair, and he really knows what he is doing." The lack of ego, and endless thirst for knowledge and improvement of his craft, could make anyone in any profession question if they are giving their absolute best in their own line of work. You would think that after all this training and apprenticing, Joshua would have a cocky swagger, but no, in his eyes, is always the look of awe and wonder about what he can share and learn next. This humbleness is apparent in any appointment with any client. Joshua gives his full self at every appointment, his goal being for his customers’ twentieth visit to feel as special as their first.
"A good hair cut shouldn’t need a lot of help to look great or be styled. You have to consider many variables. Each time my clients come back we get more personal with the haircut. I teach them about their hair. Hair stylists no longer just bear the burden of cutting and styling, but also educating clients on how to style different looks, maintain healthy hair, and most importantly, stay current.”
"The amount of time Joshua spends with his clients before even touching his shears lets you know this man cares immensely
about the job he is about to perform."
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All this mention about cutting, what about color? Joshua is currently only in the market to cut hair. In the types of salons Joshua has been trained, traditionally a stylist only cuts hair or only colors. Joshua that says a stylist usually knows right away what field they will go into. "I was already flipping my shears in my hand the first two weeks of school while the teacher lectured," he says with a laugh. Speaking of shears, he received his favorite pair as a graduation gift, it’s the only pair he uses and when he travels back and forth from Lafayette to New York City, he has to check luggage just to make sure his favorite shears are with him. You know that is love and dedication when you pass on a carry on!
Joshua hasn't totally forgotten about color, "If a stylist wants to own their own salon, they must know how to do both, and when the time is right, I’ll probably start my own salon, but my passion is teaching. I would love to have my own school. Hair has become so detail-oriented it’s really important not to start out with bad habits or information."
When Joshua moved back to Lafayette last summer, he says that at first it was difficult to build a client base being that he only cut hair. Ironically, Joshua’s first client in Lafayette was actually one of his long-time NYC clients. “Turns out she had been dating this guy who happened to be from Lake Charles. So she got in touch with me on Facebook the same week I started at the Color Bar Salon. She came to Lafayette, and it was so surreal to be doing one of my long-time clients here. When she went to the front desk and they told her ‘$55.00’, she looked at me and we just
"Hair stylists no longer just bear the burden of cutting and styling but also educating clients on how to style different looks, maintain healthy hair, and most importantly, stay current.”
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It really only takes one appointment with Joshua to realize it’s worth it. Vanessa Vicari, a business owner and mother, is a devoted fan of Joshua. "If someone would have told me before going to Josh that I would be going to two separate places for a cut and color, I would have laughed…that is until my first hair cut from Josh! His haircuts last for 2 months and are so easy to style. You won't find the attentiveness Josh gives to his clients anywhere else. Before leaving his chair, he made sure I was comfortable styling my own hair at home and made sure I knew a few different ways to style it. I am used to being rushed out of a stylist's chair because they are overbooked, but Josh's attention was all mine for the full hour I was there. I get asked often who does my hair, and when I tell them I go to two separate places, they look at me like I am crazy. And then I say, 'Trust me, it's worth it!.'"
While building his clientele here in Acadiana, Joshua is content working part-time in Cajun County and part-time in the Big Apple, but eventually hopes to be in Lafayette full-time. "I moved back home last summer with my wife, and I love being back here in Louisiana, it was as much of a dream to move back as it was to be in New York City. Being able to experience both simultaneously is pretty surreal and I am fortunate." As usual, Joshua's humbleness and sincerity shines through. You can't beat a man with the styling capabilities of a top stylist from NYC with the character and charm of a southern gentleman.
You can find Joshua Farrington in Lafayette at the Color Bar Salon cutting hair for $55 a cut, or every 10 weeks you can visit him at his Manhattan locale, the Anthony Leonard Salon on 5th Avenue where haircuts, celebrity or not, start at $155!
"You can' t beat a man with the styling capabilities of a top stylist from New York with the character and charm of a southern gentleman."
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