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8 Your Vote Matters! Election 2016 21 Fitness10 Neighborhood Newcomers 22 Canyon Creek Chronicle12 Pet of the Month 28 In The Kitchen13 Canyon Creek Insurance 30 Club of the Month14 Spooky Safe Halloween 31 Real Estate18 5 ‘Must Haves’ for an Front Cover photo provided by Stacey Jemison Outdoor Living Space4 Golden Couple - 6 Family of the Month - Mike and Peachie Darr The Thompsons16 Business of the Month - 20 Athlete of the Month - Richardson Food Truck Park Brenna Holley www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 1

Letter from Publisher Kyla Obertthe Publisher EditorI t may be 90 degrees outside, but the Teri Hebert signs of fall are popping up all around the neighborhood and DFW. From Ad Sales National Night Out to the Texas State Mike Obert Fair, one of the best times of the year in Nancy Luttinger Texas is finally here! Add in football games, tailgating, pumpkin spice lattes, halloween Photographers candy and the hope of cooler weather and Stacey Jemison life is pretty good! Designers While putting this issue of Canyon Creek Gia Mari L. Pintoy Life together, we decided to dive into some fun new topics. For you history buffs out Contributors there, you’ll enjoy learning about neighbors Bonnie Wells, Wilson Allen, Maria Harris, who have lived in the ’hood for over 20, 30 and even 40 years. This month, we Jeremy Thomason, Richard Luttrell, introduce you to the Darr’s and give you a Micah Scrogginthorpe, Joan Lombar little glimpse into what the neighborhood looked like when they moved in 30 years Special Thanks ago. Fast forward to 2008 and you have Mike and Peachie Darr, the arrival of our Family of the Month, the Shanna and Gary Thompson, Thompsons. You won’t want to miss reading their sweet story! Josh and Abbie Harrison, Meg Austin, Michelle Chesney, Brenna Holley As always, we hope you not only enjoy getting to know your neighbors through Canyon Creek Life, but we also hope you’ll get out and support your neighbors! For Advertising Questions, please email Whether meeting up with friends at the Richardson Food Truck Park, attending a JJ [email protected] Pearce volleyball game or donating to the Chihuahua rescue, there are so many great ways to meet, support and enjoy your awesome neighbors. Happy Fall! For Editoral Requests, please email [email protected] from the Editor [email protected]  can’t even understand how it’s already HyperLocal Media time for pumpkin spice and Halloween 2701 Custer Parkway, Suite 823 costumes! What happened to summer?!?!? I am, however, glad that football is back Richardson, TX  75080 (Sic’Em Bears!). And that cooler weather 877-695-1258 is upon us. So join me in this issue of your neighborhood magazine as we explore some Managing Partners great things that are perfect for fall -- Tailgate Mike and Kyla Obert Food, the Richardson Food Truck Park, and your neighborhood Beer Club (well, that last Principals one is probably good any time of year!). Campbell Kerr and Dustin Shaffer We’ve also got some great information about why it’s important to vote (thinking ahead to November) and how to find your polling place. And in this issue, we start a new series of revisiting Canyon Creek through the years – starting with what was going on in the neighborhood and in Richardson 30 years ago. You’ll even meet a great couple who has lived in Canyon Creek for more than 30 years. So cozy up with your pumpkin spice latte and your pumpkin spice bread while wearing your pumpkin-colored sweater as you sit near your pumpkin spice candles and enjoy this latest edition of Canyon Creek Life magazine!2 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com



Golden Couple - 30 Years in Canyon CreekMike and Peachie Darrby Teri HebertO ver the next several issues of Canyon Creek Life, we will Eventually, Geicolanded them in Ft. Worth, then to Canyon Creek. feature some of the history of Richardson and Canyon Creek And they knew they were home. They raised two boys (Mike Jr. – using the experiences of your neighbors who have been with 40 years old, and Joe – 38 years old), and they’ve had several dogsus from way “back in the day.” throughout the years (they are dog lovers!). But now Magnolia rules the house. They adopted her from Operation Kindness about three This month, we take a look at Canyon Creek in the ’80s (30 years years ago whenPeachie saw her on TV.ago). Think of station wagons, big hair, and a sweet couple namedMike and PeachieDarr. After they moved to Canyon Creek, Mike continued working for Geico while Peachie worked at the neighborhood Tom Thumb. In Mike and Peachie moved to Canyon Creek in 1986 and have been fact, you probably saw her if you shopped there – she was the cashierin the same house on Brook Glen Drive ever since. They met more who made a point to know her customers, ask about their days,than 40 years ago in Washington D.C. while both working for Geico. watched their kids grow up, and to notice when one day, maybe aThe two became friends at work and would pal around together. Mike child or a spouse wasn’t around anymore.was a jokester . . . and when he first asked Peachie to marry him, shethought he was joking around soshe said no! After having a heart attack (that she thought was just indigestion – but Mike knew better), Peachiewas forced to retire a few years ago. She But Mike was persistent – and not joking! He asked her again while served the neighborhood for 20 years at Tom Thumb, and she missesthey sat on the front stoop of Peachie’s home. She realized he was her customers the most – including our firefighters from Station 3.serious, she said yes, and they had their first kiss.4 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

Golden Couple - 30 Years in Canyon CreekThey would regularly come to Tom Thumb in the mornings to buy Having kids in the neighborhood was something they reallytheir food for the day. Every time they came through she’d tell them, appreciated about their street when their own boys were young. This“Have a great day, stay safe, I love ya.” meant plenty of playmates and parents to watch out for each other’s kids – something that really helped build the community of neighbors Now both in retirement, the Darrs have enjoyed watching the who help and take care of each other.neighborhood over the years. 30 years ago, the trees were still big butthe yards were sparse. Now their street is lined with lush grass yards Last year, Mike suffered a lung cancer scare and went through chemoand beautiful flower beds and gardens. They describe Canyon Creek and surgery. His two boys were immediately by their side helping takeas a “wild kingdom” – birds, bobcats, coyotes, raccoons, and squirrels. care of both Mike and Peachie during that time. And those great CanyonPeachie has a particular dislike of the squirrels in the yard, while Mike Creek neighbors stepped up to help, as well – including a young coupleworks hard to feed them on the sly. down the street who still bake fresh cookies for Mike every Sunday. Mike remembers when UTD was just an MBA night school and After 30 years here, the Darrs have only good things to say about Canyonwhen traffic was much less and much slower (only their neighbor Creek and Richardson. They are so impressed by the hospital and medicalMaxine who closed Tom Thumb every night and the newspaper truck resources close by, and by Richardson’s Police and Fire personnel. Theywere out late or early while the neighborhood still slept). love the diversity in the neighborhood and they love seeing people out and about – running, walking dogs, or walking with children. Mike also loves tracking the age of the neighborhood by the kids.He says, “You watch the kids at the young “trick-or-treat” age. Then So if you see Peachie out in her front garden while you’re out forbefore you know it they are getting their driver’s licenses and we are a walk, stop by and say hi. She’ll show you the monkey grass she’sall watching out for new drivers on the street instead of watching little planted with the help of her neighbor while Mike feeds the squirrelskids playing.” in the backyard when Peachie isn’t looking . . .Richardson and Canyon Creek in the 1980s – Business is BoomingRichardson Population: 1983: Rockwell International Corp. announces plans to build1985: 78,000 (becomes largest employer in Richardson by 1985, laterAs of 2014: 108,000 surpassed by AT&T in 2014); First graduating class of Canyon Creek Christian AcademyMayors:1968–1983: Ray Noah 1986: Canyon Creek Country Club greens are redone; UTD’s1983–1986: Martha Ritter School of Engineering opens1987–1991: Charles Spann 1987: The Ramada Renaissance opensNotable History: 1988: Fountain in front of the Civic Center is built; Canyon1981: Blue Cross Blue Shield moves in (Spring Valley & 75)1982: “Route F” approved to parallel Renner Rd (future PGB Hwy) Creek Country Club celebrates 25th Anniversary 1989: MCI announces plans to build $23 million facility at Greenville & Glenville; UTD enrollment tops 8,000 (in fall 2015 enrollment was 24,544)www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 5

Family of the MonthThe Thompsons What do you love most about living in Canyon Creek? There are SO many wonderful things about Canyon Creek, but myShare with us the names and ages of everyone living in yourhouse, including your pets. most favorite is how we all look out for each others’ kids. So many times, it has been my neighbors that have stepped in to help out and Gary, Shanna, Landri (12, 7th grade at North), Layne (9, 4th grade had the issue fixed before I even knew about it. When Drew was 14at PCE), Drew (7, 2nd grade PCE) months old, he busted his chin open for the first time. My awesome neighbors took my girls for the next 4 hours, fed them, bathed them,Where do your kids attend school? and took care of them. We only recently had family move to the area, North Jr High and Prairie Creek Elementary so for 6 years, our neighbors were our family that helped out and took care of us when we needed something. Situations like this haveWhat do you do for a living? happened more times than I can count and neighbors have helped Gary is an attorney for Vizient Inc. I am a former 1st grade teacher, out every single time. I LOVE our neighborhood and know that any one of us would and have helped out a neighbor at the drop of a hat.but now stay home and substitute teachat PCE. Tell us about your house (renovations, design work, etc).How did the two of you meet? Our first home was on Ridge Crest Dr. We loved our home and We were both born and raised in very small towns in New Mexico our neighbors were family. They all helped raise our kiddos. But weabout 20 miles apart. We officially met through mutual friends during eventually wanted more backyard and really wanted a covered patio area.college. We were friends for 2 years before deciding to actually date. So after 4 years, we sold our very loved house and built our current homeTwo years after that, we were married in Portales, NM. with Fairview Custom Homes. This house is interesting because we built into the hill instead of on top of it, which made our house be a split level.How long have you lived in Canyon Creek? When you walk in the front door, you can either go upstairs, (which is We have lived in Canyon Creek for a little over 8 years. the Master bedroom/bathroom, guest room, family room, kitchen and dining room) or downstairs (kid’s rooms and game-room). We spendWhat brought you to Canyon Creek? most of our time outside in the backyard, either in the pool or hanging We lived in east Richardson when we first starting having kids. on the patio watching football in the fall and basketball in the spring.When our oldest, Landri was 3, we started looking to move for a Tells us a favorite story or two about your family (funny,better school. We started hearing about the awesome schools from a sentimental, etc.).few different people and knew very quickly this is where we wanted tobe. We had tunnel vision and never looked anywhere else that wasn’t Something funny that me and Gary laugh about often is the day weCanyon Creek. brought home our 3rd baby. He drives to the front of the hospital to pick me up. I get settled in the front, turn around and find it hysterical6 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

Family of the Monththat we have 3 car seats lined up in our middle seat. Pretty sure it wasjust being delirious and tired, but I am laughing hard enough thateventually Gary is laughing until tears were running down my face.Now that 3rd baby is 7 years old, but we still laugh when remembering.What do you do for hobbies, for fun, or volunteering? Our first love is North Carolina basketball. We were both raised asTarheel fans and we take it very seriously. Gary is still not over themlosing in the National Championship in March. Gary loves to mountainbike and play any sport possible with Drew. He also loves to hunt andbe involved in any outdoor activity. Gary loves jeeps and offroading anychance he gets. I love to read, shop, decorate our home, and watch our kidsparticipating in the activities they love. I love teaching at PCE and gettingto know the kids in all different grades. We love being and traveling withfriends and family and love being involved with our church.What do your kids do outside of school? Sports teams, for fun,clubs, etc. Landri loves cheering and tumbling. She is anxiously waiting for8th grade to try out for North cheerleading. If she’s not tumblingaround the house, she is either crafting, reading or drawing. Landriloves hanging out with friends and being involved with our churchyouth group. Layne loves tumbling and basketball in the fall. She alsoloves reading, drawing, looking for treasures everywhere we go, andbeing with friends. Drew loves any kind of sport. His favorites changedepending on what season is currently being played. He plays football,basketball, baseball and has recently started playing tennis. He prettymuch always has a game of some kind going in our house, whichsometimes involves the broom and coaster for a hockey game. If Drewisn’t playing sports, his other love is fishing with his buddy, Liam.Anything else you would love for your neighbors to knowabout you? We really feel like we are home and this is where we were alwaysmeant to live. We love raising our kids here, love our kids runningaround with friends, and friends popping by to play. We can notimagine living anywhere but Canyon Creek.Do you plan to decorate in any special way for the upcomingholidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas)? Any specialholiday traditions? My family makes lots of fun of me, but I LOVE fall and Christmas.September 15 is a very happy day for me every year because it’s whenthe fall decorations come out and the pumpkin candles get lit. Manyyears, the rest of our family is swimming while I am decorating for fall.I always decorate for Christmas the weekend before Thanksgiving so wecan enjoy it just a little bit longer, with the more lights and glitter, thebetter. One of our favorite Christmas traditions are the ornaments mykids receive from the grandparents every year. When Landri was a baby,my mom had an ornament made that had her picture on it. Now all 3kids have them from their very first Christmas until now. They decoratethe kids tree downstairs. We all love looking back at their pictures everyyear. I also love the pictures I have from when the kids were babies untilnow of them sitting in Gary’s lap reading “The Night Before Christmas”.Some of our favorite Christmas memories have been Santa’s Village inRichardson, Grand Prairie Lights, and the 12 Days of Christmas at theArboretum. We also listen to A LOT of Pentatonix Christmas music.www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 7

Community NewsYour Vote Matters! Election 2016 by Bonnie Wells and Teri HebertI t’s hard to believe, but it’s almost time to vote again! As the TIME TO VOTE! November elections draw closer, it’s important to understand Can’t make it out the day of the election? Any registered voter where to vote and why it is important to vote the whole ballot-- not just the top. age 65 and older may request a mail ballot. Check with the county elections department. Many voters only vote for the national and State-wide candidates --President, Senator, Congress, etc. But remember, it is the local judges, Early voting runs October 24 thru November 4. Check the electionsconstables, and Sheriff offices that affect you the most. department website for all locations. You do not have to vote in your specific precinct location during Early Voting.GET REGISTERED You may register to vote online at the county elections department. Richardson also provides curbside voting for those who are unable to walk into the polling area. If you are accompanying anyone who isLast day to register for the November Elections is October 11, 2016. disabled,you can go into the polling area and tell the election judge or clerk that they need curbside voting for an elderly person in the car.BE INFORMED The ballot will be brought out to them. Richardson does a great job of making it easy to be informed and If you plan to vote on Election Day (Tuesday, Nov 8th) you mustto vote. Before the election, voters can download a sample from the vote in your local precinct. For more information about Early Votingcounty elections department to review and learn about all candidates or Election Day voting locations, visit your County’s voting website:on the ballot in their area. Note that there will be a lot of judges (civiland criminal county court and Court of Appeals), but these positions Dallas County Elections Departmentare important. We are affected every day by judges’ decisions, more http://www.dallascountyvotes.org/than those of other elected officials. Collin County Elections Department But if you still feel like “I can’t vote for someone I don’t know,” http://www.collincountytx.gov/elections/Pages/default.aspxthen ask someone whose opinion you trust and you know has donethe work to learn about each candidate. Thank you for voting!8 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com



Neighborhood Newcomers Where are you from? Josh - Memphis, TX (on Hwy 287, southeast of Amarillo -- if you have ever driven to Colorado from here, you’ve been right through it... You may have received a speeding ticket!) Abbie - Plano, TX Do you have any children or pets? If so, what are their names? Yes we do, two kids: Levi 2 years old and Mackie 1 year old. How did you meet? College. I was living in Lubbock attending Lubbock Christian and she was in Abilene at Abilene Christian. She really doesn’t remember this story, but I left Lubbock and headed to Abilene for a purpose! That purpose was to find the girl several of my ACU friends had mentioned to me and how gorgeous she was. I did meet her that weekend! There is a lot of meat to this story, but finally I was smart enough to ask her to marry me in 2011! What are some of your favorite things to do for fun? Music. Live music. I love going to a concert and hanging with my wife. With my boys... Right now, it’s going for a ride on the golf cart in the or “beep beep” before we put them in bed. We are the Camo Cart that you will more than likely see around 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. What do you do for a living? Josh - Insurance Abbie - Speech TherapyJosh & Abbie What do you like so far about Canyon Creek? I love that this is a neighborhood that I could never leave. The people, theHarrison businesses, and the community are all things that I value. Abbie loves theWhat are your names? schools that our boys will be a part of. All of this is what makes CC special. Josh and Abbie Harrison Do you have any hobbies or unique interests? I think it’s safe to say that Abbie and I used to have a lot of hobbies! Now days our hobbies consist of taking care of our boys and when we have time, going to dinner (with a baby sitter at home), a movie at a theater is a big night, live music and golf for me and spa for her. Tell us one thing you’d like your neighbors to know about you. We are just happy to be here. We, Harrisons, are blessed to have each other but as an added bonus, happy to be a part of the community. Glad to help with anything that we can (really, don’t hesitate to ask). We are your neighbors and glad to lend a hand.When did you move to Canyon Creek? We bought our home in September of 2015. Renovation + Transition =a move in date of April 2016What brought you to Canyon Creek? I, Josh, am anti-concrete... However, my wife grew up in Plano.Not knocking Plano, just saying that Canyon Creek was more of acommunity that I could have ever dreamed that I would find here inthe Dallas/Fort Worth Area and was pleasantly surprised to find thisgem! Abbie’s father, Wilson Howell, previously had been a Member ofCanyon Creek Country Club and I couldn’t pass on the opportunityto become a part of CC! 10 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com





Canyon Creek Allstate InsuranceChips and Cracks: When to Repairor Replace a Damaged Windshieldby Mac DemereI f your windshield gets chipped or cracked, should you repair or The windshield serves as a structural part in many vehicles that replace it? Drive with a chip or cracked windshield long enough, contributes to the overall strength of the vehicle, according to the National that chip or crack can become a problem. Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA). If you must replace the Regardless of where you live, your windshield may take a beating. windshield, its strength may be compromised as the new seal may notThere could be pea gravel falling from uncovered construction trucks, be as strong as the factory seal. Finding and fixing the leak can be a long-sanitation vehicles laying down salt and sand when the weather calls term challenge as the water may enter in one location and exit at another.for it, and the occasional chunk of unknown debris kicked up by carspassing by. It’s amazing that windshields survive as long as they do. Don’t, however, expect the repaired area to be as clear as the surrounding area, says Novus. You can expect to get back about 75 toLarge and Small Repairs 95 percent of the optical clarity. The good news is that smaller chips and cracks can usually be DIY Repairrepaired by a professional for typically less than $100, according to You may also attempt to repair the chip or crack yourself. There areNovus Auto Glass. A crack or chip can be safely repaired if it can becovered by a dollar bill, says Safelite Auto Glass. However, if the chip many do-it-yourself repair kits available at your local auto parts store,is directly in the driver’s line of sight, there are more than three cracks and they typically attempt to replicate the resin injection technique ofor chips on the glass, the damage is at the edge of the windshield, the professionals.or the windshield is old and covered with tiny divots, it should bereplaced rather than repaired, says Safelite. Remember, a key function of the repair is to prevent the crack or chip from expanding or spreading, and also to help restore some of If your windshield can be repaired, do it immediately. A small chip the structural integrity of the glass. If you’re unsure about any aspectcan spread across the windshield if you hit a big pothole, drive on a of the DIY repair process, consider hiring a professional.corrugated gravel road or make an aggressive turn. If you’re on theroad away from home, a repair company can typically come to you. The takeaway: Repair if possible and logical. Replace if you must. And consider using a professional for best results. Do you have a New Roof? It could save you hundreds or More on your Home Owner’s Insurance!www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 13

Community News Spooky Safe Halloween by Teri HebertH alloween is almost here! Candy + costumes + community For ADULTS without kids to watch: = FUN. As you head out to parties or trick-or-treating this • Don’t drink or text or wear a scary mask or look for Pokémon year, be sure to stay safe! Here are a few tips to have a spooky while driving.– yet safe – Halloween. • Be sure your party is scary enough that it is enjoyable for guests and good Facebook photos, but not so scary so that it frightensFor KIDS: the neighborhood for as long as you live here. • Always make sure your mom or dad is within sight as you trick- • When lighting jack-o-lanterns or candles, be sure they are away or-treat in the neighborhood. And never go into the house of from other flammable things (costumes, decorations, small someone you don’t know – even if they invite you in and have children, etc.) or use battery-powered lights. cute puppies. • Look both ways before crossing the street and only cross at corners. For your PETS: • Leave the “tricks” at home – no throwing eggs at houses or cars, • Do not let your dog trick-or-treat alone, no matter how much no knocking over decorations or mailboxes. she begs. • Be careful to inspect all of your cat’s trick-or-treat candy beforeFor PARENTS: letting her eat all of the good stuff. • Know where your children are if they are going to a party and • Be sure your pet’s costume is pet-friendly (do not dress your dog give them a curfew (it’s okay to be the party poopers). as Animal Control – that’s just mean). Also be sure your pet can • Keep an eye on smaller children at all times when trick-or-treating breathe in his costume. and take them only to houses where you know the neighbors. • Make sure kids have costumes that are safe – Edward Scissorhands In all seriousness, don’t hesitate to call 911 if you see something complete with real blades for hands? Cute, but maybe not safe. suspicious or dangerous while trick-or-treating or at a party. Keep • Be sure to inspect all of your child’s candy haul for safety . . . a helpful eye on your family and neighbors, have fun, and be safe before letting them eat all of the good stuff. this Halloween!14 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com



Business of the MonthRichardson Food Truck Park by Teri HebertC an you believe the Richardson Food Truck Park is already to bring in food trucks and create a child- and pet-friendly oasis for celebrating its one-year anniversary? Neither can Michelle people to enjoy. Chesney, a resident of Canyon Creek and the founder of ourcity’s beloved truck park! But on September 17, she celebrated a year But she didn’t do it alone! Michelle brought in her business partner,of truck park goodness at RFTP and had a big party – complete with Katherine Hume, to help navigate through the permit process, manageextra trucks and live music all day -- to commemorate the event. the bar, help with the backend side of things, and even build the toys you see in the park. She also helps the trucks with any generator or Michelle has lived in Canyon Creek since 2007 when she spied her maintenance issues while they are onsite. You’ll find that Katherinemid-century home on Grandview after it had been on the market for and Michelle are quite handy! And they’ll do whatever it takes toonly 10 minutes. She knew she had to have it, so she snatched it up help keep trucks running and coming back with their tasty treats forand she’s been there ever since, sharing the home with her son Jackson the community.(12 years old) and daughter Iola (7 years old) who both enjoy thenew pool that was added to the home this year. They also have a very Some of the most frequent trucks include Mi Sazon (Mexican food),affectionate Vizsla dog named Trigger. Meat in the Street (bringing some Venezuelan culture), Chez Flo (crepes and French fare), El Rudo (Mexican street food), Sweets by As a real estate broker, Michelle has an eye for great properties Selina (desserts), and Cousins Maine Lobster (lobster rolls) – just toand the possibilities that can come along with a unique place. She name a few! Michelle makes it a priority to bring in great trucks andloves looking for “weird” properties, and in 2014 this lead her to keep them coming.the abandoned house near Interurban that sits on what is now theRFTP (Richardson Food Truck Park) property. She saw the house Not only does the RFTP provide a great place to hang out, Michelle hasas a great place to make herself an office for her brokerage business, a passion for helping others. You will find frequent events at the RFTPand as that began to take shape, she saw the potential in that area that benefit charities, including a fundraiser for Traffic 911 (October 13) – an organization that helps free youth from sex trafficking.16 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

Business of the Month Michelle also enjoys connecting the Food Truck Park with otherlocal businesses in that area to help build a sense of community andshare resources (including parking!). You’ll even find Four Cornersbrews at the bar! Michelle’s vision a couple of years ago created a unique place inRichardson to gather with friends and family while enjoying a rotatingvariety of food trucks with a cold drink. She loves that the RFTPenhances Richardson’s community. She’s also a proud Canyon Creekresident who loves the neighbors on her street -- “a great kid street”with lots of playmates for her own kids, as well as families who keep awatchful and helpful eye on kids while they play. The street is knownas the “Grandview Crue” with shirts that say so! As the cooler fall weather sets in, it’s a great time to visit theRichardson Food Truck Park and support your neighbor or a greatcause when a fundraiser is hosted! Check the website for schedulesand trucks before you go (www.richardsonfoodtruckpark.com), orjust wing-it and enjoy whatever happens to be the delicacies of theday when you get there. C’mon down to the RFTP!www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 17

5 ‘Must Haves’ for an Outdoor Living SpaceF all and Winter is right around the corner and in Texas that people to congregate on a chilly night. Outdoor fireplaces offer a stately means enjoying the great outdoors. You should already be and attractive architectural feature within a design. However, fireplaces making plans to spend more time enjoying the outdoors and are significantly more expensive than fire pits, mostly due to scalabilityyour own outdoor space. But it all starts with a great plan. and engineering requirements to comply with code. While a fire pit is a little closer to a rustic element, the functionality and aesthetics can Your first order of business should be considering an area where you really work in the right environment. Fire pits can be a great alternativewant your space and how many people you entertain on a regular basis if, perhaps, budget or space limitations are the issue.– at the same time accomplishing a desired design style. Great outdoordesign is analogous to great interior design. Often, the outdoor space OUTDOOR PIZZA OVENS – An outdoor kitchen is an investment foris an organic extension and reflection of the spirit of the home itself. some, but it is becoming more of a standard in the Metroplex area.Site lines, design element orientation, landscape and lighting all play With interest rates so low, people are looking for ways to increase theconcert with the indoor space. So, once your design is ready, take a look value of their home. By investing in their home, they are able to enjoyat these five must-have-add-ons to create your outdoor area nirvana. the final outcome plus reap the benefits when they sell their home. A wood-burning oven, for example, provides a way for cooking yourLIGHTING – Outdoor lighting is really the “cherry” on top of any own pizzas, veggies and meats. It definitely becomes the focal point ofoutdoor living space, so it should go without saying that lighting any outdoor kitchen, bringing family and friends together.should be one of your first considerations when designing youroutdoor space. A beautifully designed outdoor environment translates NATURAL ELEMENTS – When planning your space, it is very importantto a complete new and beautiful aesthetic at night with a professionally to take all aspects of the natural environment into consideration –designed lighting installation. wind direction, sunrise, sunset, rain, etc. Most outdoor spaces are being built with some sort of roof structure attached. And, watertightAUDIO/VIDEO – We are in the world of high tech entertaining. More structures allow for year-round casual entertainment and offer moreand more outdoor spaces are equipped with flat-screen TVs and protection for lavish outdoor furnishings.surround sound stereo equipment. Contractors can provide fullyintegrated electronic solutions so that music, audio/video, theater- Outdoor living hinges upon design innovation, deep technicalstyle surround sound complete the environment. knowledge, efficient execution and craftsmanship. So, finding the right remodeler to help you in your outdoor living area journey is key.FIREPITS  VS  FIREPLACES  –  Itmayjustbeanaturalfactthatifyoubuild But, once your space is finished you won’t want to come back indoors!a fire, people will gather. A fire feature provides a natural designation for18 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

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Athlete of the MonthBrenna HolleySchools:Prairie Creek Elementary, North Junior High, J J Pearce High SchoolVolleyball: school season. We were definitely the underdogs and it is the furthest4-year starter on varsity – currently Captain we have made it in the state play-offs during my career at Pearce.Name of parents and siblings:Parents are Julie and Brad Holley Favorite name of little league team:2 brothers Bradford (15) and Taylor (24) Mad Monkeys (PSA Volleyball)Accolades: What club teams have you played for? • 2015 District 10-6A First Team All-District Texas Advantage Volleyball, Skyline Juniors Volleyball, Tejas Volleyball • 2015 District 10-6A Academic All-District • 2015 State Playoffs – Regional Quarterfinal Champion People would be surprised if they knew: • 2014 District 10-6A First Team All-District I really wanted to take a gap year and travel the world doing mission • 2014 District 10-6A Academic All-District • 2014 State Playoffs – Regional Semi-Final Champion work, but my parents wouldn’t let me. Hopefully sometime in my • 2014 Junior Olympics – 5th Place Open Division future I will be able to…. • 2013 District 9-5A Honorable Mention • 2013 District 9-5A Champion Favorite Canyon Creek Memory: • 2013 Junior Olympics – 6th PlaceOpen Division Lemonade stands and dancing on the starter blocks at the CCCCNational Honor Society, Hearts of Servants Volunteer Organization, Barracuda Bash. Summers in Canyon Creek used to go on forever.SOS LifeguardWhat other sports do you play: My favorite place to eat in Canyon Creek is: At this point just volleyball but I am a retired CCCC Barracuda and I have a major sweet tooth – so unquestionably Sweet Firefly!have always loved basketball. After high school, I’m going to: Attend either The University of Arkansas or Texas Tech UniversityFavorite Sports Moment: Beating the number two ranked team in Texas, Westlake High to major in nursing. As a nurse I would like to spend some time working in a foreign country.School, in the regional semi-final game during my sophomore high20 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

The Importance of 2. EATING HEALTHIER ALSO REDUCES RISK OF HEART DISEASE.Exercise vs. The Please, go eat a carrot. A cucumber. Celery! Some kind of veggieMyth of Perfection that is not smothered in ranch dressing! Then do it again tomorrow! by Teri Hebert This reduces your risk of heart disease (again, it’s the number one killer of adults – make it go away!).I   think there is a pervasive myth that exercise means people expect you to be thin, ripped, and a few Photoshop fixes away from being 3. EXERCISE IS MEANT TO BE FUN. a fitness model when you wake up in the morning. Wait, what? But I HATE pushups, and burpees, and running, and BUT, fitness isn’t a tool to change others’ perception of you. Fitness weightlifting . . . Ok, so don’t do those things. If you don’t enjoy it,is also not an end result. Fitness is a tool to change YOUR perception you’re not going to look forward to it and make it a daily habit. Findof your own limitations. Your health and fitness plan is about nothing what makes you happy and excited about getting active!more than YOU. 4. DON’T COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS. If you are thinking of starting a new fitness plan, check out a few No two people have the same body type. No two people will havethings that I find motivating about exercise: the exact same results, even if working the same program. We are all different, unique, wonderful people. We were made that way! 1. EXERCISE IMPROVES YOUR HEALTH. Celebrate it! Focus on YOU. That seems really obvious, but here’s what I mean: Exercising just30 minutes a day, 3-4 times a week fights heart disease, obesity, Best advice I can give as you ponder either starting a new healthierdiabetes, and other chronic diseases. Heart disease is the number lifestyle, or as you keep on your healthier path – be patient withone killer of adults in the U.S. today. What if that could be prevented yourself. It takes time, patience, and consistency. Celebrate theby exercising for 30 minutes a day? milestones along the way to your goal. Take the first step: DEFINE YOUR GOAL. Then make a plan and get moving! In addition to her Editor role with Mohawk Life magazine, Teri is a Certified Personal Trainer and Owner of THebert Fitness in Richardson (thebertfitness.com). She also hosts the CityLine location for Texas Fit Chicks Boot Camps (7am T, W, F).

The Canyon Creek ChronicleOur Role in Regional Development by Jeremy ThomasonO ne of the important roles of our HOA is staying plugged for fall classes are now occupying into zoning cases and regional development projects that most (if not all) of the apartments can have an impact on our neighborhood. We are fortunate in Phase 1. Phase 2 and 3 are nowto have many of our members plugged into various committees, making their way through thecommissions, and relationships that help us stay on top of what is approval phase. These phases willgoing on. Our HOA board has long been served by our Director of likely take many years to complete.Community Relations, Chip Pratt, who does a great job for us. There The PD calls for a variety of usesare two important regional developments that we have been tracking including Retail, Restaurants,for several years that have significant happenings of late: Multi-Family, Office, Cotton Belt Rail Stop, and an Events CenterCotton Belt Rail Development: among other things. As a Public The Cotton Belt is the DART owned rail line(since 1983) that Land-grant university, UTD has the ability and authority to build justtraverses the north part of our neighborhood. This will eventually about whatever they want and is not subject to Richardson’s zoning.become a light rail that connects CityLine to DFW with a proposed stopat UTD. Recently, there has been significant regional public discussion However, as a good neighbor they have been keeping the Cityon ways to accelerate the development of this line to open in 2022 (as and the surrounding HOAs aware of their plans even hosting ouropposed to 2035). Our HOA board has been actively supporting the last HOA board meeting on campus. Because UTD plans for partsCotton Belt development and is excited about the potential to accelerate of these developments to be private enterprises, there is a need tothe delivery of service. There have been a number of public meetings go through the Richardson Zoning process which affords us theacross the region led by DART, including one in Richardson in August opportunity to voice our views and thoughts. Our HOA Board haswhere our HOA board spoke in favor of the project. Information can been generally supportive of the developments at UTD while webe found at: https://www.dart.org/about/expansion/cottonbelt.asp make our concerns known around traffic, public school impacts, building quality among other things. We view our proximity to theUTD Transit Oriented Development University and the commercial businesses surrounding it as a uniquePlanned Development (TOD PD): asset to our neighborhood and work hard to be a good neighbor to them. Learn more at http://www.cor.net/modules/showdocument. You may have noticed that Phase 1 of the Northside development aspx?documentid=15998(aka ‘Comet Town’) is substantially complete. Eager students enrolled 2016 Canyon Creek Homeowners Association Board of Directors President Community Relations Crime Watch Beautification Jeremy Thomason Chip Pratt Warren Caldwell Kerry Gaines President Elect Membership/ Events Communications Flag Program Kyla Obert Matt Fulgham Susie Kuddes Past President Jay Dalehite Susan Kassen Secretary Finance Debra Emmert22 Richard Luttrell www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

The Canyon Creek ChronicleFinding Info on City Constructionby Richard LuttrellI ’m sure you have noticed city-sponsored construction projects • expected start date popping up recently. Now there is an easy way to learn more • expected completion date about these projects with just a few clicks. • contact information The City recently launched a new website to find out more aboutthe large number of infrastructure-related projects going on within A series of signs placed at construction sites will further identifyRichardson’s boundaries. The new Richardson Projects site (www. projects and promote the website. In addition to constructioncor.net/projects) features an interactive map with specific information projects, some emergency water main repairs may also be includedabout road, sidewalk, alley, trail and building construction. on the map if they are scheduled to take several days or more to complete. Blue and red “pins” on the map help users identify constructionprojects in two categories: those funded through the City’s general Canyon Creek area projects on the site include the Campbellfund (blue) and those funded by the 2015 Bond Program (red). A Road bridge repair near UTD, and upgrades to the Canyon Creekclick on any of the pins provides the following information: Pool Building. • location/address As Canyon Creekers, we greatly benefit from the City of Richardson’s • details/description commitment to infrastructure improvements, while keeping residents informed how our tax dollars are spent. Creek II Creek Festival Annual Meeting Sponsored by CCHOA Wednesday, November 2, 2016What: Join your neighbors for an afternoon of music, games, 6:30 pm at face painting, balloon artists, Canyon Creek Country Club cotton candy, bounce houses and FUN!When: Sunday, October 23, 2016 :: 3-6pmWhere: II Creeks parking lot We look forward to seeing you there!www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 23

NW Quadrant YARD OF THE MONTH NE QuadrantAugust September317 Shady Hill Dr 3217 Tam O’Shanter LnSW Quadrant SE QuadrantAugust September521 Lawnmeadow Dr 432 Crestover Cir MEMBERSHIP INFORMATIONMembership in the Canyon Creek Homeowners Association (CCHA) is voluntary, but we hope you will become a current memberby paying your affordable $15 annual membership dues. Current Members receive a copy of our current Residents Directory,receive our periodic email messages about neighborhood activities, and can subscribe to our successful Flag Lease Program. Justcomplete the Membership Application below and mail it to our mailing address:508 West Lookout Drive, Suite 14-102, Richardson, TX 75080 with the appropriate payment (cash or check made out to CCHA).Our successful Flag Lease Program is available to only to current dues paying members. Subscribers get a 3’ x 5’ American Flagon a 10’ flag pole placed at their curb on four Patriotic Holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, 9/11 Observance Day andVeterans Day). The Flag Lease Subscription is $35 a year, and it can be paid with your dues payment (total $50.00). After eachholiday, the Flag Lease Subscription charge is reduced, so check with our Membership and Flag Lease Headquarters in the AllstateInsurance Agency in II Creeks Plaza for the exact amount after Memorial Day. The annual $15 Membership Dues is not reducedsince it is based on a calendar year basis. CANYON CREEK MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONLast Name First Name Spouse NameAddress Preferred Phone Number Email Address(s) Please write legiblyMail to: 508 West Lookout Drive, Suite 14-102, Richardson, TX 7508024 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

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Pet of the MonthChihuahua Rescue and Transport by Teri Hebert and Meg AustinTell us about your family. around Valentine’s Day. We also have a special place in our hearts Joel and Meg are high school sweethearts married 25 years. Joel for Pearlie Mae. She was born into a litter at our house with her 3 sisters. She had severe luxating patellas on her back legs and she kindworks for JLL and Meg substitutes for RISD. Brian is a junior geology of looked like a frog swimming around on the floor. Her dreams camemajor in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band. James is a senior at JJP true last summer when a wonderful lady who had previously adoptedplanning to study architecture next year at A&M. from us flew in from California to take Pearlie back home. They flew first class and now she plays with her furry siblings and gets physicalWhat do you like most about living in Canyon Creek? therapy in her own swimming pool. The amazing sense of family/community we have here.When did Chihuahua Rescue begin? Do you ever need help with fostering dogs, or with supplies, Chihuahua Rescue and Transport started in 1996. etc.? How could Canyon Creek residents help?How did you get involved? Funding is our #1 limitation as adoption fees usually don’t cover We wanted our young boys to experience puppy birth but did the cost of vetting. Many of our Chihuahuas have multiple issues like heartworms, luxating patellas, skin issues, need dentals, etc. We cannot want to bring more puppies into the world. A cousin who was also use paper towels, puppy training pads and gift cards to pet supplyinvolved in rescue suggested we foster pregnant dogs. We met two stores. We always need foster families because for every dog that findsvolunteers with CRT at Petco’s Chihuahua Races and had our first a home, there are dozens we have to turn away simply because we dotwo puppies to foster just a few weeks later. not have enough foster homes. We can also use volunteers to come to assist with education at events or help with fundraising. We areHow many dogs do you rescue and find homes for each year? currently looking for a Corporate sponsor. If you can’t do any of the We personally have fostered 59 Chihuahuas over the last 7 years. That above then please “Like” our Facebook page “Cute Chihuahuas” or “Chihuahua Rescue & Transport - DFW” and share our posts. Thatis an average of about 8 per year! Annually, CRT places between 250- really helps too.350 Chihuahuas and Chihuahuamixes between our three regions --Texas/Oklahoma, Southeast, and the Midwest. Is there anything else you’d like to tell your neighbors about Chihuahua Rescue?What are a couple of your favorite adoption stories? As a foster family we specialize in pregnant mamas and Meg calls Chihuahuas are the second most euthanized breed in shelters. There is a huge need to educate people and do what we can to save as manyherself the Doggie Doula! But a few of our favorites were Angie, who as possible. The average cost of vetting a Chihuahua with no healthwas with our family for almost two years before finding her forever issues is usually more than the donation made when a family adopts ahome and Barron, who had been in the CRT program for 5 years dog. Learn more at www.chihuahua-rescue.org.before a young doctor fell in love with his 3-legged pug-huahuaright26 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com



In The KitchenTasty TailgatingF all is here, which means football games and tailgating are back! Here are some recipes to help make your tailgate feast as good as, if not better than, the team you cheer for.Beer-Cheese Spread Serve this spicy beer-cheese spreadwith crackers for a tasty game-dayappetizer, or spread on buttered bread and cook in a nonstick skilletfor a twist on the traditional grilled cheese sandwich.Ingredients: Beat together first 5 ingredients at low speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until blended. Gradually add beer, beating until blended after(Makes 5 cups) each addition. Beat at medium-high speed 1 minute or until blended and1 (2-lb.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill 2 hours.1 small onion, minced Garnish, if desired. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 22 garlic cloves, minced weeks, or freeze for up to one month (then thaw overnight).1/2 teaspoon hot sauce1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper1 (12-oz.) bottle amber beer, at room temperatureSalt and pepper to tasteGarnish: thyme sprig

In The KitchenSweet Ham & Swiss SlidersIngredients:(Makes 16 servings)16 white dinner style rolls, cut in half24 slices honey-roasted ham16 slices swiss cheese1⁄4 cup mayonnaise1-1⁄2 tablespoons Dijon mustard8 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon onion powder1⁄2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon poppy seed1⁄4 cup brown sugar Preheat oven to 400°. On a rimmed baking sheet place bottom half of Bake covered with foil for 10 minutes, remove the foil and bake fordinner rolls and top with 1 1/2 slices of ham and 1 slice of swiss cheese. an additional 5-10 minutes or until the tops are browned, and cheeseSpread about 1 tsp of mayonnaise on each top-half of roll and place on top is good and melted.of ham and cheese.You want the rolls to be snug together, kissing just a bitso the sauce can soak up into all of the nooks and crannies.In a small bowlcombine the mustard, melted butter, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce,poppy seeds, and brown sugar. Mix until combined and evenly pour overthe assembled rolls.Cover with foil and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Club of the MonthCanyon Creek yet been largely distributed to the general public. Local brewery tours have included The Bitter Sisters Brewery, Tupps, Four Bullets,Craft Beer Club: Lakewood, and the Oak Highlands Brewery.Barrels of Fun! A few members brew their own craft beers and have held special by Micah Scrogginthorpe tastings in their homes or at block parties where the gatherings are quite lively and, in addition to the entertaining conversational humor,F rom Ale to Zwickelbier, the Canyon Creek Craft Beer Club loves there is sometimes live entertainment in the form of local bands. And, their craft beer! Founded in 2014 by Liz Scrogginthorpe, the club as you might expect, there is always great food served to compliment started out with a handful of craft beer enthusiasts and has now the brews.grown to 150 members who live in and around Canyon Creek! “We arejust people coming together socially through beer,” she says laughingly. Members often share their personal experiences on the group’s Facebook page by taking snapshots of a particular beer and providing The club meets at least once monthly at local establishments that their personal rating. Many members are well traveled and havespecialize in, or brew, craft beer. It is there that they try the latest rated beers from all over the world. Members also recommend toursseasonal selections and bond over beer. Some of the favored local spots and establishments to be found wherever one goes. A wealth ofare The Alamo Drafthouse, Haystack Burgers, Jack Macs, Shady’s, information can be found on the group’s Facebook page includingand even the Richardson Food Truck Park. The group also attends the aforementioned ratings, opportunities to assist home brewers ontastings, brewery tours, and various special events such as the Big Texas brewing day, scheduled events, and even tap lists of local restaurants.Beer Fest at Fair Park and the Untapped Music and Beer Festival. Recently, the group started a Beer Exchange in which the members Several local breweries have hosted CCCBC events and provided trade from their stock of beers thus allowing other members to trymembers with the opportunity to try new craft beers that have not various styles without investing too much up front. You need not be an expert on beer to join this group (but you should be at least 21!). If you simply enjoy a good craft beer, then you will enjoy being a part of this club! Although you might easily find them at a local brewery, you might first want to find them on FaceBook (look for “Canyon Creek Craft Beer Club” on Facebook). With the planned a brewery tours of Community and Four Corners on Oct 22nd, now is a great time to join!30 www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com

Canyon Creek Real EstateSUMMER IN FULL SWING! How to interpret what is happening in the market? The statistics help. There are currently 14 properties for sale. There are alsoCanyon Creek, Then: 7/1/2015 to 8/31/2015 5 under contract. And, the 13 that sold were for two months only. Sold prices are coming in at an average of 99.17% list to sold. • Sold: 23 Properties The market going forward in 2016 • Range: $190,000 - $690,150 My Opinion: For individual agents it depends on where the business comes • Avg. Price: $386,908 from. If it’s relocation and children are involved, the beginning of school • Avg. Price per Sq. Ft.: $144.02 is the goal. If the transferee has no children, it can be any time, and all year. For people who live in Texas, school starting is also a factor for yourCanyon Creek, Now: 7/1/2016 to 8/31/2016 families. But . . . if we get to choose a time, fall is very appealing. So, many times the last quarter is the busiest. It’s not over, others may be ramping up! • Sold: 13 Properties • Range: $282,100 - $770,000 • Avg. Price: $423,469 • Avg. Price per Sq. Ft.: $156.78For more information, please call me. I can give specific details. Source: NTREIS 2016 Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Sold by Joan380 Bedford 47 Crown Place631 Sheffield 1889 Quail www.CanyonCreekLifeMedia.com 31