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The ouTlookfebruary 2011 Volume i1i issue ii
OUTLOOKThe
News for the residents of The Dominion
Don’t Despair, Drought Doesn’t have
to equal DemiseBy Mark A. Peterson
In the 27 years I’ve been in South Texas, I’ve learned two things about drought: plants rebound and a little preventive care goes a long way.
Sure, the droughts of 2005-2009 affected many plants, but most of the mortality occurred after several years of absent spring and fall precipitation. Still, most grasses – except St. Augustine – rebounded with the advent of normal precipitation. As for trees and shrubs, those planted in thin or limited soils are the ones that perished.
Here’s how to minimize plant damage and mortality:• Use native species; they know how to survive the dry weather.• Add compost to turf and beds; organic matter increases soil’s
water-holding capacity.• Apply mulch to landscape beds; 3 inches of wood chips or bark
retain moisture for weeks at a time.• Water efficiently in spring and fall (normal rainy periods) if
rainfall fails to materialize.
in winter, our landscapes are dormant and watering is not necessary unless we’re experiencing a particularly dry season. in this case, water according to plant type:• Seasonal color – once or twice a week• Lawns – once every three to four weeks • Trees and shrubs – once every 45 days
Even better, try my holiday method. Choose a holiday each month and water that day.
Mark A. Peterson is a project coordinator for San Antonio Water System.
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fitting in fitness: Making time for exerciseBy Sarah S. Jordan, MS
Finding time for exercise can be an ongoing challenge in our busy lives. We know that exercise will benefit our bodies and minds in many ways and that we should do it. But actually finding the time and making it happen can be difficult.
Here are a few tips to help you fit in fitness in the New Year.
• Remember that any movement is better than none. If you only have 15 minutes each day to go for a power walk, those 15 minutes will equal 105 minutes (almost two hours) by the end of the week, 420 minutes (seven hours) of exercise each month and 91 hours of exercise a year! Small things can add up to big victories over time.
• Find what works for you. For some people, a gym membership is very convenient. For others, it may not be convenient to their location, budget, job, or family. If
that is the case, see if your neighborhood has any exercise groups, hire a personal trainer that will come to you, or start your own lunchtime workout group for added camaraderie and accountability.
• Schedule exercise into your week. Workouts are much more likely to happen if we put them in our calendars. Schedule workouts as you would important business meetings or doctor appointments.
• Remember that sometimes, the hardest thing to get is going. Many times, just getting our shoes on and getting out the door is the hardest part of a workout. Once we are moving, endorphins kick in and we feel great for moving.
• Make use of the early hours. I used to dread getting up at 5:20 every morning. But now I love it, because after I get ready for work, it guarantees me a few minutes
to myself before anyone else is awake. Similarly, getting workouts in before the
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busy day kicks off ensures that they happen, and the day will be better because of it.
• Take the kids along. My baby and I have logged countless hours with the jogging stroller. But I know that if I didn’t take him with me, the majority of those workouts would have never happened. Pack up the kids and remember that pushing the kids will mean more calories burned.
• Don’t give up. If you are not reaching your goals, determine what is not working and create a roadmap to resolve it. Remember that fitness is a lifestyle and it goes through ups and downs, but always benefits us if we persevere.
• Make the time that you do have count. If you have just thirty minutes three days a week, step up the intensity of those workouts to get the most you can for your time. Add intervals and hills, or find a fitness class or DVD that offers a combination of cardio and strength training.
Wishing you a happy and movement filled 2011!
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Classified AdsPersonal classifieds (one time sell items, such as a used bike...) run at no charge to The Dominion residents, limit 30 words, please e-mail [email protected] classifieds (offering a service or product line for profit) are $50, limit 40 words, please contact Peel, Inc. Sales Office at 512-263-9181 or [email protected].
aupairCare Au pairs are flexible with your family and enrich your children. Cost of an au pair is less expensive than other childcare. For 45 hours of childcare per week about $340 / week. Call Area Director, Rosemary Terpolilli, 210 246 2714 or www.aupaircare.com.
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great news for our neighborhood’s real estate market!
We are already well off in to a new year with high expectations for 2011. Inventory is dropping and demand is increasing. The Dominion neighborhood posted a 48% increase in the number of houses sold in 2010 over 2009. In 2009 there were a total of 53 houses sold and in 2010 a total of 79.
Prices increased slightly with a median price of a home at $609k in 2010 over 2009 with a median price of $500k. However there was a decrease of approximately 6% in the median price per square foot. 2009 median price per square foot was $154 and 2010 finished at $145.
Date range (year to date)January 1st 2010 – January 20th 2011
2 Houses Sold:Price range Low $806,996
Price range High $3,000,000
5 Houses Pending:List Price Low $325,000List Price High $648,995
Median Price Range $573,379Price per sq. ft. Low $126.02Price per sq. ft. High $161.62
92 Homes Active for Sale:List Price range Low $339,000
List Price range High $4,999,000Median price range $799,000Price per sq. ft. Low $83.24
Price per sq. ft. High $454.99
42 Lots Active For Sale:Sold Price Low $75,000
Sold Price High $495,000Median Price Range $177,500Median Price per sq. ft. $9.17
1 Lot Pending:List Price $125,000
2 Lots Sold:List Price range Low $235,000 High $250,00
for sale: Yorkshire Terrier Puppies. Champion Line. Waiting For A New Home. Call 210-601-5737.
for sale: PRECEDENT CLUB CAR [TAN - IN - DOMINION]. 2005/6. The Cart is loaded with no service gel batteries, high speed 25 MPH, lights w/tail lights, horn, sand bottle, cooler, full canvas cover with windows, tinted windshield, custom wheels and tires, like new condition. $3,500. 210-667-3351.
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3-20—SAN ANTONIO: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Enjoy star-studded concerts, carnival, livestock centers, shopping and PRCA rodeo action. AT&T Center. www.sarodeo.com
3-27—KERRVILLE: Dolores Peterson Exhibit Kerr Arts & Cultural Center. www.kacckerrville.com 830/895-2911
3-Mar. 6—KERRVILLE: Kerrville Art Club Annual Juried Show Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St. www.kacckerrville.com 830/895-2911
5-27—KERRVILLE: American Watercolor Society Traveling Show Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St. www.kacckerrville.com 830/895-2911
11-13—BOERNE: St. Valentine’s Day Motorcycle Massacre Join the Alamo City Gypsies and hundreds of bikers at their annual rally, featuring live music, vendors, bike contests, food and drink booths and much more. Kendall County Fairgrounds. www.massacrerally.com 210/865-7188
11-13, 18-20—FREDERICKSBURG: Wine Lovers Trail Take a self-guided tour of wineries and enjoy special events, tours, tasting and live music. www.texaswinetrail.com
12—BOERNE: Chocolate Walk Collect handmade chocolates from vendors in downtown Boerne. Tickets required. 830/249-9511 or 830/249-7277
12—BOERNE: Second Saturday Art & Wine Visit eclectic fine art galleries for free wine tastings, hors d’oeuvres and guest artists. Hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Boerne Visitor Center, 1407 S. Main. www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com 830/249-7277
12-13—BOERNE: Market Days Dozens of vendors from all over Texas offer arts & crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and food. Main Plaza. www.marketdaysmgmt.com 830/249-5530 or 210/844-8193
17-18—BOERNE: Neil Berg’s 101 Years of Broadway Produced by lyricist, composer, accompanist and producer Neil Berg, this two-hour show will feature treasures from the Broadway stage performed live by five talented performers at the Boerne-Champion High School Auditorium. Begins at 7:30 p.m. 201 Charger Blvd. www.kpas.org 830/896-5727 or 830/357-4421
18-19, 25-26—FREDERICKSBURG: Little Women: The Musical The Theater, 1668 Hwy. 87 S. www.fredericksburgtheater.org 830/997-3588
18-20—FREDERICKSBURG: Trade Days Shop with more
than 350 vendors in six barns, acres of antiques, collectibles, biergarten, live music and more. U.S. 290 East, across from Wildseed Farms. www.fbgtradedays.com 830/990-4900
19—SAN ANTONIO: Vienna Boys Choir Begins at 7:30 p.m. Lila Cockrell Theater. www.artssa.org
19-20—SAN MARCOS: Guadalupe Valley Dog Fanciers Show Watch more than 150 different breeds of dogs competing for championship points and Best in Show. Hays County Civic Center, 300 S. Clovis Barber Drive. www.guadalupevalleydogfanciers.com 512/357-6102
20—FREDERICKSBURG: Pianist Steven Glaser in Concert United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano. www.fredericksburgmusicclub.com 830/997-1734
25-26—BANDERA: Cowboy Mardi Gras Enjoy country-style Mardi Gras activities, complete with a parade and Cajun-style music. Downtown Bandera. www.11thstreetcowboybar.com 800/364-3833
26—FREDERICKSBURG: Ragin’ Cajun Wineries on the Fredericksburg Wine Road on U.S. 290 celebrate Mardi Gras with cayenne pepper, Creole, crawfish, gumbo and—of course—wine. www.wineroad290.com
26—SEGUIN: Viva Seguin Conjunto Festival Features several traditional Conjunto bands, plus dancing, food and refreshments. Hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Knight of Columbus Hall, 1015 N. Austin St. www.teatrodeartes.org 800/580-7322
26-27—BOERNE: Optimist Antique Show More than 70 antique dealers offer country furniture, baskets, stoneware, glassware, toys, jewelry, textiles, paper, silver, quilts, victrolas, pewter and more. Kendall County Fairgrounds. 830/249-7277
Texas Events has been published with the permission of the Texas Department of Transportation. All events are taken in part from the Texas Events Calendar. All dates for events were correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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