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a p r i v at e s o c i a l p u b l i c at i o n f o r t h e re s i d e n t s o f c a r lt o n wo o d s
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR
Sherry Reuser and
Mosaics of Mercy Team 7 7th
Issue
YOUR STORIES.YOUR PHOTOS.YOUR COMMUNITY
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Domenico and Elda Orioli, born and
raised in the northern Italian region of
Emilia-Romagna, founded Via Emilia
in 2000. More than 18 years later,
the Orioli family continues to share
their passion for food and culture
from Emilia Romagna serving the
Authentic Northern Italian Cuisine same traditional Italian food the
family has prepared for generations.
Buon Appetito!
Voted
“Best Italian Food” in
The Woodlands Online
“Best of the Woodlands” 2019 10700 Kuykendahl Rd Suite F
Named The Woodlands, Texas 77381
Top 12 Italian Restaurants in Houston Phone: 281.465.9555
by KPRC Click2Houston in 2019
viaemiliarestaurant.com
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Introducing The
2020 GLB
youth achiever of the month
CHAMPION GOLFER,
ALEJANDRO
By Resident Junior Writer Anistyn Smart
Resident Alejandro Alonso is a junior at the Woodlands High
School and plays for the boys’ varsity golf team. He is an active
member at the Carlton Woods golf course and attends several
tournaments annually. His golf game improves every year as he
continues to practice and push his limits. As he balances school
and the golf team, he continues to make strides towards his per-
sonal goal: becoming a professional and winning a major champi-
onship in the future.
Q: What is your name, where are you from, and how many sib-
lings do you have?
BEST OF THE BEST dealership award 2016, 2017, & 2018 A: My name is Alejandro Alonso, I am from Mexico City and I
lived there until I was 13. I am 17 years old and have 3 siblings.
My brother is 15 and I have two sisters that are 13 and 11.
Q: How long have you been playing golf?
Masterpiece of Intelligence A: I’ve been playing golf since I was about 5, my dad introduced
me to the game and I absolutely loved it. I started playing com-
petitively when I was 11 and I’ve worked to get better every day
since then.
of The Woodlands Q: What is your biggest golf achievement?
16917 Interstate 45 South
The Woodlands, Texas 77385 A: My biggest golf accomplishment so far was winning the Call-
away World Championship over summer. I won with an all-time
(855) 516-2689 personal best of -15 for three days. It was a very big field of 160
www.MBOTW.com/reviewit kids from all over the world, and being able to win by one finish-
JOE DRAGO ing birdie was a feeling I won’t ever forget.
General Manager of Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands www.MBOTW.com/2020-GLE
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Q: How do you balance
your school and
golf schedule?
A: The way I try to bal-
ance school and golf is
just by making sure I’m
managing my time wise-
ly and sacrificing a little
bit of sleep every day
to make sure I can get
a good practice session
and a workout in for
most days. Then I make
sure that my grades are
alright so that I can be
stress-free during golf
without worrying about
anything else.
Q: What is your end
goal with golf?
A: My biggest goal in golf
is to be the first Mexican
to win a major champi-
281-580-ROOF
onship, I would love to
have the opportunity one
day, but until then I’ll just
keep working hard.
Alejandro puts his best
foot forward every time
he steps on the course.
His competitive nature
and self-motivation puts
him in the best position
CONC�ETE & CLAY TILE
possible to achieve his
main goal in his golf
career. He supports his
COMPOSITION SHINGLE
team and enjoys friendly
competition among
peers. As he pushes
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF
through high school and
all of the challenges it
presents, he still finds
BALCONY WATE�PROOFING
time to do what he loves
most. Alejandros’ game
the perfect example of
LEAK �EPAIRS
“practice makes perfect.”
Resident Owned and Operated
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Alumni Member Debbie Browne Continues to
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Decrease Inflammation
Better Digestion
Reduced Brain Fog
Abdominal Fat Loss L eaping Butterfly Ministry is hosting the
7th Annual Seeds of Faith Celebration on
February 20 at The Briar Club in support and
To learn more about Sleeping Better
awareness for girls and women with Turner
the benefits of
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syndrome.
Increased Focus
drinkable Pure
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imately 80,000 females in the United States
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own unique medical issues and characteris-
tics which may include short stature, heart
Houston's King of Electrical Service defects, hearing loss, liver and kidney malfor-
mations and lack of ovarian development.
DON'T GET LEFT IN THE DARK
Seeds of Faith is an annual fundraiser held
during the month of February which is Turner
Syndrome Awareness Month.
The Celebration’s festivities will include
dinner, silent/live auctions as well as a special
performance and message of inspiration and
hope from Christian author, speaker, and
DESIGN INSPIRED BY THE SEASONS Mom, Tova Sido.
Events,weddings,seasonal designs, and workshops.
Scherry Lindley(TMF) with resident,Theresa Roemer.
Mrs. Sido is a powerful voice who has overcome
unimaginable tragedy because of the great hope
she found in Jesus. She has a fierce love for her
Lord and Savior not because she knows every-
thing about Him, but because she understands
how much she needs Him.
Crown For 2020, our celebration will focus on:
S – Support for TS women (Bible Discussions,
Facebook Communities, Prayer Support)
ELECTRIC E – Entertainment (Fun Festive Event)
Contact us today for a free quote: E – Educate (TS Awareness, Medical Support)
Phone: 832-245-0557 Please call for an appointment at 281-795-8837 D – Diagnosis (TS Clinics, Hearing Aid Support)
www.honeysuckleandvinedesign.com S – Scholarships (Chrysalis Retreat)
Email: Info@crownelectrichouston.com
Debbie Browne with resident Dawn Rawson
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With only 6 Seeds of Faith Celebrations, we have raised over To learn more about the Seeds of Faith Celebration, visit
$585,000, with the 2019 event alone raising more than $84,000 https://leapingbutterfly.org/sofc-2020/.
for the Turner syndrome community (record-breaking).
To learn more about Tova, visit https://www.tovasido.com.
Leaping Butterfly Ministry is a Christ-centered non-profit To learn more about Leaping Butterfly Ministry, visit
organization whose goal is to raise awareness and money for https://leapingbutterfly.org/.
research and to empower women and families touched by
Turner syndrome.
SOFC 2019 Volunteers 2020 Seeds of Faith Celebration Committee Co-Chairs John and Ashley Pope
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making a difference
photography courtesy of heidi borden photography
MOSAICS OF resident
MERCYSherry Reuser
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A volunteer with Mosaics of Mercy for the past two years, Sherry Reuser was introduced to this organization
when she attended a Nar-Anon meeting at The Woodlands United Methodist Church in 2017. Another member
of the Nar-Anon group was a co-founder of Mosaics and invited her to attend a mosaic making workshop.
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Sherry comments that the Nar-Anon group was not a club
she ever wanted to be in … a support group for those with
adult children who have addiction issues. But, this group and
the introduction to Mosaics of Mercy did help Sherry and her
family as she learned that everyone was going through the
same struggles, chaos and had the same stories. “Nar-Anon
encourages us to surrender our children to whatever God’s
will is,” Sherry says. “It certainly is not an easy thing to do
and it’s an incremental process that takes time.”
At a Mosaics workshop, Sherry was able to create a mosaic
heart of broken tile and glass pieces at a session hosted by
MM. Sherry proudly displays her heart creation in her home
as a reminder of how her family can respond and support
those struggling with their mental well-being.
So many people in our community are struggling, whether it
be from a situational mental health issue, death, grief, some
type of addiction, bullying or the stress of life. Sherry learned
during the workshop that Mosaics is a family navigator
that connects people to community resources that are a fit
for them. She also met Sherry Burkhard, co-founder and
executive director of Mosaics and a registered nurse with a
personal and professional background in mental health.
As a hub, Mosaics consistently provides hope, education,
confidential referrals, and resource connections between area
doctors, hospitals, schools, churches, and local residents.
At this event that will be held at The Reuser’s home, guests
will be able to create their own mosaic during a mini-work-
shop and learn more about this resource-rich community
support organization. They’ll also hear more from Sherry
Burkhard on how Mosaics is specifically educating the com-
munity about available mental health-related resources.
One of the first families to move into Carlton Woods (Mem-
ber #298), the Reuser family has lived here for more than 14
years. Sherry’s husband is an avid golfer and loves the cours-
es here. They have been married for 36 years and have three
children, two daughters and a son, and three dogs.
Both daughters are schoolteachers and their son lives in
Houston. Sherry is a retired schoolteacher who taught U.S.
History to eighth-graders at McCullough High School for 14
years. She retired three years ago.
They also have 4 grandchildren, a 9-year-old from their el-
dest daughter and three children from their younger daugh-
ter, with two in college and one in high school. They have two
rescue dogs, one who looks like a Chihuahua and one who is a
year and a half Retriever. They bought their third dog online,
a Shih Tzu. To learn more about the Mosaics of Mercy Foun-
dation, visit https://mosaicsofmercy.com.
18 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 19Catering, classes, parties & events for the sweetest moments in life residents making a difference
Photography Courtesy of Jenny Antill Photography
By Jenn Jacome Assistant Director,
Public Relations Texas Children’s Hospital
Ambassadors for
Texas Children’s Hospital
The Woodlands
celebrate holiday cheer and generosity
at their annual Holiday Party
Keridon McMahon with residents Gerald and Candi Glenn and Dr. Paul Sirbaugh
26400 Kuykendahl | Tomball, TX | 832-559-7511
www.cupcakesandbubbles.com
Grinch, Dawn Rawson, Candi Glenn, Stacey Bourque, Cheryl Sanford
and Santa
Let's Pawz For
On Tuesday, Dec. 10, Residents Candi and Gerald
Glenn welcomed 125 merry guests to their home
for the annual Ambassadors for Texas Children’s
a Great Cause Hospital The Woodlands Holiday Party to celebrate
the organization’s devotion to the Texas Children’s
Hospital mission and all that was accomplished in
the last year.
100% of your donation goes to the
nonprofit of your choice from the list below:
The beautiful Glenn home was covered in white,
·Breast Cancer Charities of America ·Star of Hope Missions gold, silver and green accents that wowed every
·Building Bridges of Hope ·USO Support our Troops guest as they walked through the doors. Stunning
·Family Times United Service floral arrangements, filled with roses, hydrangeas,
·Humble Area Assistance Ministries ·SPCA
and tulips filled the home and evoked a festive
·MD Anderson Cancer Center ·St. Judes
holiday feeling. As guests mingled in cocktail attire
·Shriners Hospital ·Turner Syndrome
and gathered to celebrate the season with family and
friends, the holiday spirit was felt by all.
Have a reason to smile
Pay a minimum of $75 for a professional teeth whitening kit As guests tucked into the magic of the night, a
(value $300) and 100% will go towards your favorite cause. selection of hors d’oeuvres were served butler
style, including bacon-wrapped quail breasts;
To add new non profits please contact Holly miniature BLTs; Louisiana boiled shrimp skewers;
at Clear Choice at 281.587.4900. sliced smoked duck on sesame toast; warm brie and
10845 Kuykendahl Rd. | The Woodlands, TX 77382
pear on brioche; sundried tomato artichoke crisps;
portabella mushrooms stuffed with white cheddar
Let's make the right choice together call now and bacon; grilled andouille sausage with Pommery
for a complementary consultation. mustard; and fried zucchini with Manchego, roasted
Donated by resident Dr. Ray Mc Lendon, Owner of Clear Choice
tomato and olives. Michelle Riley Brown, Hank and Lori Van Joslin
20 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 21Three overflowing food stations served a selection of dishes,
including roasted tenderloin of beef with horseradish sauce and
Dijon mustard; seabass fillets with roasted cherry tomatoes, ol-
ives, and basil; marinated haricots verts with orange bell pepper;
everyy smile
ever smile
mixed greens with cambozola, toasted pistachios, and cham-
pagne-soaked sundried cherries; gulf coast crab cakes with creole
remoulade and classic tartar sauces; a stone-ground grits bar;
velvet corn soup with chives and crème Fraiche; grilled organic
chicken breasts; a macaroni and cheese bar; and a baby arugu-
la salad with lemon verjus, oven-roasted tomatoes and shaved
has a story
parmesan. Dessert included sugar cookies, miniature chocolate
brownies with mint cream, miniature crème Brulee, and min- Tawna
iature apple pies. And, for the grand finale, the Glenn’s fired up My new smile has changed my
their outdoor fire pit for a crowd-pleasing toasted s’mores station confidence. The way I always
with a wide variety of graham cracker and marshmallow flavors. wanted to look is now the way I
The event was catered by Jackson and Co. do look.
As guests continued to enjoy food and drinks together, a few short
remarks to commemorate the joyous event were spoken. Candi and
Meony and Bobby Bergeron Gerald Glenn
Gerald Glenn welcomed the crowd, thanked the Ambassadors for
their generous donations and introduced Keridon McMahon to speak
about her family’s journey at Texas Children’s Hospital The Wood-
lands. McMahon thanked the Ambassadors for giving a voice to pa-
tients, like her daughter Teagan, who is treated at Texas Children’s
Heart Center. McMahon proudly announced that the Ambassadors
fundraised an impres-
sive $856,566 for Texas
Children’s Heart Center®,
and introduced Dr. Paul
Sirbaugh, chief medical
officer of Texas Children’s
Hospital The Woodlands,
to speak about the direct
impact the Ambassador’s
generosity will make for
patients seen in The Wood-
lands community. He spoke Guy M. Lewis,
to the program’s dedication DDS, AAACD
Eric and Denise Lipar Resident Tracey Oneal with Erin Shilt, Ally
Seder and Denise Lipar to serving patients at all
three hospital campuses Actual Patient
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3,000 patients from The
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22 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 23CLASSIC SMILES,
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24 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 25behind the
scenery
Amazing Pools at Amazing Prices
Meet Ramon Lopez
By Resident Writer, Tina Varela
Most residents of Carlton Woods
have see Ramon often. Ramon
Lopez has been coming to work on
our plants and green areas, Mon-
day through Saturday, for the last
seven years with a big smile.
He says he enjoys working at
Carlton Woods as everybody is so
nice and friendly. He always tries
to be low key as he doesn’t want
to disturb any Carlton Woods
resident. He is passionate about
what he does and always tries to
do his best, no matter how hot or
cold it can get.
What he likes most from working
Our team of experts is ready to help take your home at Carlton Woods, is that people
to the next level with an Amazing new pool!
have their dogs trained well and
the dogs respect his work. When
I asked Ramon about his age, he
just laughed and said he didn’t
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26 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 27sponsor of
the month
By Resident Junior Writer Anistyn Smart
Right Next Door
DESIGNS
The sponsor of the month is
Right Next Door Designs, ran by
Michelle Harper.
Michelle is a devoted mother of
three and has always had a passion
for interior design. She would con-
stantly help her friends and family
decorate for the holidays and put
rooms together.
She went to school and achieved a
business degree in finance and sales.
After a few years into her career,
she realized the people around
her saying she should follow her
passion were right. In 2016, she said
goodbye to the corporate world and
hello to a new realm of transforming homes into personalized art pieces. After hand until the customer loves what they see. These
making the announcement, she immediately received messages from friends aspects of the company truly helps set itself apart
asking to hire her. Those first projects sparked a fire inside her business that from others like it. Michelle and her team are proud
is still strong today. She has modeled the rooms of entire houses and just last of the work they do and never leave a client without
year decorated nineteen Christmas trees for the holidays. a smile on their face and a home that is welcoming.
Michelle chooses not to constantly follow popular trends when designing a cli- The company has a walk-in store that features
ent’s homes. Instead, she takes their personality into account as well as the space beautiful art pieces, upholstered furniture, women’s
their rooms have to offer and what pieces would truly fit in with their lifestyle. apparel, gorgeous light fixtures and so much more.
The store has seasonal items on display to pick and
In terms of what services her company offers, they range from organizing choose from as well as wedding decor and small
rooms to staging homes for realtors to seasonal and event decorating. They unique pieces to add personality to any room.
are currently working on a white-glove residential moving service -- a con-
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Our pet of the month is a cute cat with a royal
name. Louis shares his name with French
Kings like Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI,
even though I’m not sure he was named after
them. Louis was born on May 1, 2018. Cath-
erin Kaufman, daughter of resident Christen
Kaufman found Louis at the Montgomery
Animal Shelter in June of 2018 when she went
with her mother, resident Christen Kaufman, to
find a cat to adopt.
The moment they saw Louis at the shelter,
Catherin knew he was the one and she says
they instantly fell in love with each other.
Catherin says “I went to start the adoption
process and the shelter told me I could not
officially adopt him because he was too
Louis
little”. Catherin adds “kittens have to be
at least two pounds at the shelter in order
to be adopted. They told me if I wanted to
adopt him I would have to foster him and
his brother and sister for a few months until
they were two pounds. I was upset think-
ing my parents would never agree to foster
three newborn kittens because it was a lot of
work and my mom is very allergic to cats.”
the cat To Catherin’s surprise, her mother ap-
proved right away: “Yes, of course, we’ll
take them!” because she knew how much
Louis and her daughter already loved each
other. And that is how the Kaufman family
precious pets ended up spending the next three months
fostering three newborn kittens! The
By Resident Junior Writer, Kaufmans found this experience amazing as
Bernie Varela
the say the kittens were so playful and cute.
Once the kittens reached two pounds each,
they were brought back to the shelter and
they officially adopted Louis.
Louis is a Siamese mix cat, therefore he
has the coloring, bright blue eyes, and
personality of a Siamese cat. Because he is
a Siamese cat he is hypoallergenic and it
does not bother Catherin’s mother who is
allergic to cats or any of her friends who
are also allergic. Catherin says “I am Louis’
favorite in the family because he spends
every day with me.” His personality is
loving, cuddly, talkative, and energetic. He
loves to talk all the time (which is common
for Siamese cats) and Louis always keeps
Catherin company. His next favorite would
be Catherin’s father because he babysits
him when she is gone and gives him treats
like his favorite tuna.
34 Behind the Gates • February 2020 February 2020 • Behind the Gates 35Because Louis is Siamese, he is extremely
cross-eyed. Catherin thinks it is the cutest
thing about him and it’s always a little funny
to see how he handles it when playing with
toys. He is a completely 24/7 indoor cat. Louis
is not allowed outside and hates the outside,
he is comfortable staying inside where he is
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about making a statement; “It’s all about making awesome movies.” bachelor’s degree from the University
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