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’TIS THE SEASON… to be crazy busy, that is! I have been on a whirlwind, rollercoaster of work and life over the last three weeks and it’s time I hit the pause button. It’s funny because it happens every year and you’d think I’d be accustomed to it by now. But, alas, nope. Like clockwork, the holiday season jumps out of the bushes at me and I’m chasing my tail in an endless circle of chaos until I’m re-minded what the season is all about. If you’re

anything like me you can probably relate. Hopefully, your moment of clarity comes well before mine.

I am clear now. Thanksgiving always gets my head straight. Being with family and friends has a way of calming me and setting my perspective straight. Speaking of friends, I’d like to extend the warmest of greetings to those of you receiving this magazine for the fi rst time. You may not know it yet, but we are now friends and you are offi cially welcomed into the Local Life family. This month marks a small expansion into the Mansfi eld area and we’re thrilled. After all, we cannot truly represent our local community if we’re bound by city limits. We all work, live and play in the same communities and we felt it was time to bridge the gap. So, welcome! We certainly hope you like what you fi nd inside our little publication.

Set your calendars for December 11-12th. Christmas is coming to Old Town Burleson like never before! Local businesses will be open for shopping and strolling. Carolers will be gracing the streets in song. And, Santa has RSVP’d to come hang out and take some pictures. Once you’ve supported your local business friends with some shop-ping, you can take advantage of the FREE gift-wrapping stations set up along the way. There will be treats and cookies and lots of cheer, so please swing by. I’m super excited to see everyone out there. Not that you need any more motivation than that, but check out the ad inside to see how your participation just might win you a prize pack valued at over $500!

As you’re fi nishing up your list(s) this year, please think local and do what you can to support your neighbors and friends who count on your patronage. Also, remember that no matter how busy we can get this time of year, the true gifts are the people that we’re blessed to share this crazy life with. Slow down, take it all in, and be sure to hug a little tighter this month. From my family to yours, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas! As always, I’ll see you on the streets…

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ChristmasTraditions

by Lindsay Rose

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When I was tasked with writing an article about holiday traditions, I wanted to make sure I had something new to say. I come from a very large family and have a host of diff erent traditions of my own to share, but this isn’t about me. Instead, I chose to reach out to my (Facebook) community to hear about theirs. I asked this community, comprised of close friends, new friends, former classmates, former coworkers, a few randoms I’m too nice to unfriend, and yes, dozens of family members, to share some of their families’ traditions. “Standard or strange,” I told them, “I want to hear it.” As I expected, people were happy to share.

Perhaps you’re a newlywed looking to start a new tradition. Perhaps your family has experienced a loss this year and a new tradition would help make the holidays a little more cheerful. Maybe you’re always on the lookout for a fun, meaningful or silly tradition to bring to your family. Or perhaps, like many people commented about their traditions, just thinking and reading about traditions gives you the warm fuzzies. Here are some of my favorite holiday traditions that were shared with me.

Many of our holiday traditions begin with decorations. When we decorate. What we use. What we do while we decorate. I know plenty of people do their decorating before Thanksgiving, and while no one fessed up to it when I asked, there are plenty of people who top off their Thanksgiving celebration by putting up the Christmas tree. My good friend Rita buys a new, special ornament each year from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. I had multiple friends tell me about setting up their Christmas village (a collection of beautifully intricate buildings and settings at Christmastime). For each, it was a tradition that started with their mothers when they were children, and now they have their own villages that they set up with their own children and on and on. Many of us have a favorite Christmas album that we listen to while we decorate. From the cheesy, but classic Dolly Parton

and Kenny Rogers Christmas album Once Upon a Christmas to Frank Sinatra to the lovely combination of classics and quirky new songs found on the Elf soundtrack, music gets everyone in the spirit.

Most of us can’t think about the holidays without thinking about food. Christmas celebrations in husband’s family begin with cheese braids, a sweet breakfast pastry they just love. Taste wise, they’re not my favorite, but I love the tradition and how excited they all get about it. Warm, with all the best-smelling spices, wassail is a tradition for many families. There are tons of varieties out there, but most include some kind of fruit juice combination with spices like allspice, cloves and cinnamon simmered over the stove or in a Crock Pot. Perhaps your family spikes theirs, perhaps you keep it kid-friendly, but either way, it makes the house amazing!

Christmas Eve is full of traditions for just about everyone. Many families allow the kids to open one present on Christmas Eve, and for many, it’s always their Christmas jammies. “What a letdown,” thinks 8-year-old me. A lot of traditions begin for us as children, and somehow, we never seem to grow out of them. Lissa Critz tells me her family watches “Christmas Eve on Sesame Street” each year. She said, “Even in the stretch of time when we were teens and adults before having our own little ones, we would always watch it.” A reading of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” is a tradition for many families, and one that often includes many generations.

Some of my favorite traditions that were shared with me were the ones that were a little out there. One was downright strange. Elizabeth Baggs told me that her mother used to tell them that Santa doesn’t bring presents to children with stinky feet, so before bed on Christmas Eve, they would spray their feet with her mom’s best perfume to ensure a visit from Santa. I like her mom’s (and apparently


her grandparents’) sense of humor. What I really like is that Elizabeth didn’t realize the tradition was strange until she was in high school.

Other “out there” traditions weren’t really strange, just foreign. Many try to stick to their roots by preparing food from their family’s homeland. From Mexico to Czechoslovakia to the faraway lands of east Texas, the holidays aren’t complete with tamales, weinerschnitzel, and biscuits and tomato gravy. Jeff Feld married a lovely Venezuelan lady and her family’s (and culture’s) traditions include painting houses and buying new clothes in the weeks before, so everything is new for the celebration. They also prepare traditional Venezuelan food like hallacas and pan de jamón, have gifts delivered by el Niño Jesús (not Santa Claus), shoot fi reworks throughout the night, and prepare decorations that center more around the Nativity and less around a Christmas tree. Rusty Long’s family has a 30-year tradition of celebrating Christmas as they do in a diff erent foreign country each year. It started when his grandparents, who used to live in Europe, came home one Christmas with gifts from Scotland, which got his mom and aunt excited about experiencing a Scottish Christmas. Now, they vote on which country they’re going to celebrate next, learn about the country and its traditions, and top it off with a feast that is unique to that country. He says, “It began with mainly European countries, but

moved to Latin American, Africa and Asia. This year will be our 30th year and we are just now celebrating Germany.” It sounds like a fun way to keep things interesting each year.each year.

Surprisingly, of the dozens of people who shared their holiday traditions with me, none mentioned shopping. I can’t have that, so I’ll tell you that in my family, no holiday is complete without a trip to either NorthPark Center or The Galleria in Dallas. Aside from wonderful shopping, the decorations are breathtaking. It is a tradition we started when I was a child and one that I share with my own children. Plus, I’m pretty sure North Park Center gets the real Santa to listen to children’s wishes each year. But if braving Dallas traffi c doesn’t sound appealing, you’ll fi nd a little taste of the North Pole close to home at Old Town Burleson and many other places around town. December 11 and 12, Old Town Burleson will feature carolers, great discounts from the local merchants, and even a visit from Santa as part of Christmas in Old Town Burleson. Along with the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, plus Breakfast with Santa, your holidays will feel even merrier.

Lindsay Rose is a wife, mother of two, freelance writer and maker of a mean batch of chicken enchiladas. When she’s not cooking, planning a party, or shopping for the best possible deal on whatever it is, she’s writing about it.


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HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS December 4th and 5th

Mans� eld kicks off the holiday season the � rst weekend in December with two days of cold weather fun and entertainment. The events begins on Friday night at the Municipal Complex with the of� cial tree lighting, visits with Santa, entertainment, family at-tractions and � reworks. The fun contin-ues on Saturday with a holiday parade in Historic Downtown Mans� eld.

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until 11 a.m. to hear Christmas wishes, so bring your camera. Then stop by Santa’s workshop to make holiday crafts.

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BURLESON GUN SHOW Saturday, December 19 - Sunday, December 20, 20159:00am – 5:00pm and Sunday 9:00am – 4:00pSPJST Lodge #180, Burleson TXAdmission: General: $8.00. Kids under 6 are free with paid adult. Free parking.

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The big guy from the North Pole is host-ing the City’s 16th annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, 7 am-11 am, at the BRiCk. The event is geared to children from birth to 12 years old (children 2 and younger get in free). Saint Nick’s elves will be up before the crack of dawn � ipping pan-cakes, cooking sausage, and serving the orange juice and coffee. Santa will be in the BRiCk’s Winter Wonderland

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Family Owned & Operated Since 2006Family Owned & Operated Since 2006

• Tree Relocation• Tree Installation• Fertilizing

• Brush Haul Off• Fall Cleanup• Tree Trimming• Tree Removal• Stump Grinding

• Lot Clearing• Storm Clean Up• Tractor Mowing• Commercial Mowing

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OAKFIREWOODFOR SALE

You can just have a pool, or you can have a BlueWater pool!Visit our showroom! 10424 FM 1902, Crowley, TX 76036

817-297-7120www.BlueWaterCustomPools.com

u WEEKLY SERVICEu NEW CONSTRUCTIONu RENOVATIONS & REMODELINGu EQUIPMENT REPAIRS/UPGRADESu PLASTER, TILE & COPING

u OUTDOOR KITCHENSu FIRE PITS AND FIREPLACESu DECKINGu SALT & UV SYSTEMSu WATER & FIRE FEATURES

FREE WEEKLY POOL MAINTENANCE

First 6 Months with each new pool build

Happy Holidays!

Give your family the gift

that keeps on giving –

A New Swimming Pool!


817- 4 47- 6 453

817-44-SMILE

A simple, one-step procedure that involves no sutures, minimally invasive surgery, and short healing time.

www.burlesonsmiles.com

A simple, one-step

Christopher A.Hawkins DDS, PC

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1169 N Burleson Boulevard, Suite 131Burleson, TX

817-426-6060www.visioncitytx.com

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Our Vision is Your Vision.

Santa says to treat yourself to a new pair of glasses this Christmas.

$10 OFF EYE EXAM

Only one coupon per visit. Coupon is not redeemable with any other coupon or special offer. Coupon can not be combined with insurance. Expires 12/31/15.


Do you have a wound that won’t heal?

817-568-5422

• Diabetic foot wounds• Leg ulcers• Surgical wounds• Pressure wounds

• C-section incisions• 1st & 2nd degree burns• Skin tears• Sores

Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine

Don’t hesitate, call us! We are here to help.Se Habla Español


Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm 1516 Hwy. 157 N. Mansfield817-453-5366 | www.bmmansfield.com

We Service National AccountsCommercial Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Individual Vehicle Repair & Maintenance

YOUR “1-STOP SHOP” FOR AUTO & FLEET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR!

from Gracie andthe B&M Auto Crew!We Offer these services & more:

• Tune Ups & Alignments• Complte Brake Service• Shock, Struts/Suspension• A/C Service & Repair

• Engine Repair & Replacement• Bearing Re-pack• Transmission Service• Air & Cable Air Filter

Dr. English cares for women at every

stage of their life from teen health,

wellness, pregnancy care, infertility,

and menopausal support.

As a wife and mother, Dr. English has

the unique ability to relate to her

patients on a personal level.

(817) 423-20025801 Oak Bend Trail, Suite #180

Fort Worth, TX 76132

www.fortworthobgyn.com

We accept most major health plans. Please contact our office for details.

DR. CYNTHIA ENGLISH Obstetrics & GynecologyBoard Certified

Voted a “Top Doctor” by Fort Worth Magazine

Patients’ Choice Award for Excellence 5 years running


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BURLESON MANSFIELD

RENDON BLOODWORTH RD

7973 FM 1187(Rendon Bloodworth Rd.)

Mansfield, TX 76063

Mon-Sat 7:30-5:00

817-473-3110

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC All Builders Welcome!

Landscaper Accounts Available

Open to the Public Mon-Sat 7:30-5:00

Mulch• Red Cedar • Pecan Shell• Kiddie Cushion• Hardwood • Red • Black

Soil & Compost• Mushroom Compost• Organic Compost • Mixed & Top Soils• Bedding Soil • Expanded Shale

Yard Art

Water Garden Supplies

Stone• Boulders • Building Stone • Chopped Stone • Cobblestone• Decorative Rock & Gravels• Flagstone • River Rock• Stone Veneer & Flooring• Sand & Concrete Products

Beefeater • Primo • FireMagic • AOG • Swiss Grills • Accessories

Come shop our unique gifts!Christmas is here!


(817) 295-3070699 N.E. Alsbury, Burleson

making beautiful smiles!

Dr. Blake Foust and Associates

www.AlsburyDental.com

Early, Evening and Friday appointments available.

Please call to schedule an appointment.

TV • WIFISedation & Nitrous Oxide

Cosmetic Dentistry • VeneersTeeth Whitening • Implants

Over 50 PPO plans accepted

Interest-free financing offered through Care Credit

Providing Implants and General Dentistry for over

25 Years

Toothache Exam & X-Ray

for ALL patients with Harvest House donation

Regularly $114

New Patient Exam & X-Rays w/ Harvest House donation

Regularly $200$200$

Custom Bleaching Traysafter paid complete exam, x-rays, and teeth cleaning

Regularly $235$235$

Alsbury Dental COUPON Alsbury Dental COUPON Alsbury Dental COUPON

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Not valid with any other offers. Expires 12/31/15. Call for details.

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Not valid with any other offers. Expires 12/31/15. Call for details. www.AlsburyDental.com

When is the last time you had a well visit?Preventative care is covered by most insurance plans.

Aging healthy? Living Happier?Ask me about blood work regarding your hormone imbalance. See if BioTe is the answer for you. Hormones at optimal levels can protect bones, brain, breast and heart.

In addition to BioTe, come see me for you urgent care needs and ongoing health.

Convenient hours to work around

your busy schedule

633 SW Johnson AvenueBurleson, TX 76028

817-295-5520www.lumincare.com Bonnie Martin, FNP


A Gift To YouThis holiday season, we celebrate you! Unwrap the gift of health this Christmas by joining Texas Health Huguley Fitness Center! During the month of December, all new members receive one of four gifts:

• A Free Month’s Membership

• A Zero-Enrollment Fee

• 2 Free Personal Training Sessions

• Free HFC T-Shirt

Join now to unwrap your gift!

817-618-3691TexasHealthHuguleyFitnessCenter.org

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BURLESON4 bed, 3 full + 1 half bath, 5391 sq. ft.Separate workout room or office. Backyard paradise with diving pool & spa, covered patio & built-in grill. Off-entry, study with French doors & built-ins & formal dining room. Kitchen with large breakfast bar & island. Master bedroom with sitting area. Master bath with sauna. Upstairs boasts second master bedroom, media room with bar. Much more.$625,000

FORT WORTH4 bed, 3 full bath, 3979 sq. ft.Large living area with high vaulted ceiling and cozy gas fireplace, overlooking Southern Oaks Golf Course (14th green). Features include beautiful kitchen with tea-stained cabinets, granite counter tops & large breakfast bar. Master suite with his & her sinks, large walk-in closets, separate shower and large built in entertainment center.$494,900

MLS#: 13108235 MLS#: 13225851

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112 WEST ELLISON IN OLD TOWN

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other offers. Coupon valid for 1 visit. Valid through 9/15/14.

BUY ONE REGULAR PRICED ENTREEGET THE SECOND

HALF OFFVALID SUNDAY-THURSDAY ONLY.

EXPIRES 12/31/15. MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFERS OR DISCOUNTS.

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BUY ONE REGULAR PRICED ENTREE

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CALL: (817) 295-54191505 SW Wilshire Blvd, Burleson, TX 76028*Qdoba is a registered trademark of the Qdoba Corporation ®2015

114 S MAIN ST • BURLESON, TEXAS (682) 841-0015

WWW.WILDABOUTHARRYS.COM

25% OFF YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE

Expires 12/31/15. Valid at Burleson location only. Must present offer at time of purchase. Not combinable with other offers.

133 S. Wilson Street817-295-7221 - www.spicerackgrill.com

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MORE BEERS AVAILABLE ON TAP

20% OFFPURCHASE

Must present coupon. Only one coupon per table per visit. Offers cannot be combined. Expires 12/31/15.

( Alcohol not included )

1045 SW WILSHIRE BLVD.1045 SW WILSHIRE BLVD.1045 SW WILSHIRE BLVD.(next to WalMart)(next to WalMart)(next to WalMart)

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AA China Super BuffetAll-You-Can-Eat Buffet!

250 ITEMS Served Fresh DailyDine In or Take Out!

1045 SW WILSHIRE BLVD.

Prime Rib*Shrimp

Oysters*Sushi BarCrawfish*Frog Legs*

CatfishMongolian

GrillSteak*

Desserts*Available on Dinner Buffet &

All Day on Weekends

10% OFF ADULT BUFFETFor Parties of 2 or More

TUESDAYS

KIDS EAT FREE (Kids 8 & Under)

1 Adult per child Maximum 2 kids per party

Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Excludes holidays. Expires 1/31/16.

Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Excludes holidays. Expires 1/31/16.

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101 NW Renfro Street, Suite 106(in Old Town Burleson)

817-768-5318www.BurlesonKids.comMost insurance accepted

Healthy Smiles Start Here!

Connect With Us

“As parents ourselves, our philosophy is “As parents ourselves, our philosophy is to always treat our patients as I would

my own child. We help teach your children the proper way to take care of

the teeth and make it a fun experience.”

Family Owned and Operated

• State-of-the-art TechnologyState-of-the-art Technology• Great Kid-Friendly Staff• Fun and Comfortable Environment• TVs in Every Room• Digital X-Rays• Treatment Options that include Nitrous

Oxide, Conscious Sedation, IV Sedation, and Hospital

Board Certified Pediatric Dentist specializing in Infants • Children • Adolescents • Special Needs


BURLESON OUTDOOR POWERGET YOUR YARD READY FOR WINTER

FREEChainsaw Case Value Pack

with any $250 ECHO Chainsaw purchase

$50 Value!

817.295.5800burlesonoutdoorpower.com625 E. Renfro St.

Blowersstarting at

$149.99

GET YOUR YARD READY FOR WINTERGET YOUR YARD READY FOR WINTER

Chainsawsstarting at

$199.99

Handheld Equipment Tune Up$39.95*

Price includes air filter, fuel filter and spark plug. Ethanol Shield fuel treatment added to fuel tank so

your equipment will be ready next Spring.

Riding Lawn Mower Tune Up$79.95*

Price includes spark plug, air filter, fuel filter, oil filter, and oil. Sharpen blade(s). Ethanol Shield fuel treatment added to fuel tank so your equipment will be ready next Spring.

Walk-Behind Mower Tune Up$41.95*

Price includes spark plug, air filter, fuel filter (if equipped), and oil. Sharpen blade. Ethanol Shield fuel treatment added

to fuel tank so your equipment will be ready next Spring.

* Some chain saws and backpack blowers will be higher due to air filter cost. Expires 12/31/15.

* Some mowers will be higher due to air filter cost. Expires 12/31/15.

* Does not include canister-style air filters.Expires 12/31/15.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTSOFF-DUTY FIREFIGHTERS

Custom Fit You can choose any color combo Choose between incandescent or LED Free Estimates Credit Cards Accepted

Call Doug today (Off-Duty Fire Fighter)

817-846-2392

10% offand a

FREE TIMERwith this coupon


*With one-year membership agreement. Auto Draft available. Doctors on the medical staff practice independently and are not employees or agents of the facility. © 2015

For membership information,

call 817-782-8080 or visit

TexasHealth.org/Burleson-Fitness.

DECEMBER SPECIALS:

Our gift to you: 50% off the 1st month plus no enrollment fee!*

Also enjoy 2 FREE personal training sessions on the house,

FREE UNLIMITED group fi tness classes and access to the lap

pool with complimentary towel service.

Your fi rst goal should be to get to Texas Health Fitness Center

Burleson. After that, our qualifi ed fi tness professionals offer

personal training and consultation to help you with any other

goals you may have, from losing weight to gaining strength to

improving your overall health. Plus, with fi tness classes,

advanced equipment, child care services, a café area and clean,

spacious locker rooms, we’ve got what you need to succeed.

Sweat is a sign

you’re getting hotter.

FREE 2 year scheduledmaintenancewith purchase or lease of any new vehicle. See dealer for details.

822 Walter Holliday, Cleburne, TX 76033822 Walter Holliday, Cleburne, TX 76033817-556-5900 | www.krisbrowncbg.com817-556-5900 | www.krisbrowncbg.com

Just Minutes Down The TollwayJust Minutes Down The Tollway

4-Wheel Alignment

$69.99for most cars

Not valid with any other offer or promotion. Exclusions may apply. See service manager for details.

10% OFFany service

of $100 or moreNot valid with any other offer or promotion. Other exclusions may apply.

See service manager for details.

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