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The Blue Broussard Band has a newrecording, Do This Again releasing nextmonth, though several songs such asUndercover Lover are already out.Read an interview with Blue Broussardin VIPs December 2009 issueon www.thevipmag.com

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WHEN MYfamily

movedto Texas,havingnevervisitedthe statebefore, we came with some preconceived notionsabout Texas being all cattle and cowboys. We

were a bit chagrined to find palm trees and crawfish instead. As Ive been here a bitlonger, Ive discovered that if you get o Dowlen Road, youll find that the ranchingand cowboy life I always associated with Texas is alive and thriving in our region.

Last fall I interviewed one of our local rodeo stars, Zach Dishman (VIPersonality,October 2009). Listening to Zach, I realized that rodeo is a lifestyle for a large seg-ment of our community, even if they never attempt to go pro. Its a family traditionpassed on from one generation to the next. (Congratulations to the Dishman family

on the arrival of the latest generation!)Im as fascinated as the next person watching these competitors do amazing stunts

with horses and bulls. I kind of think they must be a little bit crazy but judge foryourself starting on p. 35. Weve rounded up seven local individuals who participate in avariety of events to share a bit about their experiences.

As March 2 is Texas Independence Day, weve included some other features onTexan topics such as country-western dancing, food and cowboy boots. This cityslickernow has a serious hankering for some boots. They are amazing pieces of art and fash-ion its just so hard to choose.

Also, I want to take lessons from Zona Jones on how to balance so many dierentroles. He was gracious in sharing his time with me. While we visited, we chatted aboutthe rich musical tradition in Southeast Texas. I asked Zona about any up-and-comersto watch. He said he thinks the Blue Broussard Band has a bright future, working veryhard at it.

Lastly, we are loving seeing your faces on our Facebook page! What a good-

looking group you are too it wont be hard to find models in the future! As we go topress, we have 842 fans and counting. Join us as a fan of VIP of Southeast Texasat www.facebook.com/vipofsetx.

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On the day I was born, my mom hadeen riding before she went to the hospital,aid Jessica McMakin of Sour Lake, a lover of

horses, a prize-winning competitor, a collegetudent and self-professed tomboy. I wasiding by myself when I was 2 years old.

Last year, McMakin and her horse Moosewon $25,000, ranking in the top 15 of theNational Cutting Horse Association in thenon-professional division. McMakin took a se-mester o from Blinn College to pursue show-ng full-out. I thought I wanted to be a horse

trainer, but when I saw the everyday stressesof what those trainers go through, it got to bewhere it wasnt fun, she said. I didnt wantto lose the love I had for horses, because it wasturning into work rather than fun.

She and Moose compete most weekends,judged on how well they can cut energeticcows from the herd in just 2 minutes fol-lowing strict rules. When everything is justright, it feels like youre hovering over theground, she described. The motions are sosmooth and quick, its unlike any other feel-ing. When the horse is right there with thecow, its like a dance.

McMakin almost lost Moose as a mountwhen he was injured in 2006. After he hadfour surgeries, McMakin had given up hopethat they would ever ride together again.Her mother, Ann Bankston, took Moose as

her charge and spent a year and a half dorehab work with him. In 2009, Moose wready to compete and the pair was betterthan ever.

McMakin is now a Lamar University

student, having transferred this semesterstudying for a teaching certificate and maing in history. Since she has been riding cting horses for 11 years, she doesnt plan quitting any time soon. Shell be competin the Houston Livestock Show and Rodethis month. She juggles classes with coming and spending time with her belovedhorses. I know this sounds weird, but Ireally like the way their breath smells, ssaid. They are completely dierent fromother animals, their body language and hthey communicate. Its a special relationship. VIP

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ized and elegantly appointed, the Bauers managed to stay true to the history ofthe home. When this house was built, it was really a grand home, said Vicki. Itried to use a lot of the original features of the house, and re-imagine them. I wanted to

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wanted to honor the integrity of the home.To retain the farmhouse feel of the home, the Bauers left the orig-

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Though the Bauers home is set on the rolling fields of a workinganch, the interior is by no means rustic. Guest rooms feature stately

king-sized beds, piled high with luxurious comforters and richabrics. Each bedroom now has its own full bath, where evidence of

Vickis Southern hospitality is in every detail, from the thick robes

hanging on the doors, to the soft music playing throughout. Theremodeled kitchen boasts every modern convenience, all situatedaround a huge granite-topped island.

But the true center of the Bauer home is not the kitchen or evthe den, but a special place they call the hunt room. Once youenter this room, you understand the name, as you come face to fawith an enormous bualo staring back at you from its mount abothe fireplace. Standing in the hunt room is like waking up in a JohWayne film, complete with its own saloon.

Evidence of Tims passion for hunting is all over the room, fromassive elk head to fox hides and a mounted bobcat. I shot that right out the front door, Tim said.

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Most of the pieces were picked up byVicki when traveling in Santa Fe, Den-ver, Dallas and towns around the state.Id rather do without something until

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Tims fathers and grandfatherssaddles are displayed in the hunt room,as well as a childs pony ride from 1952that Vicki found in Canton. When sheputs in a quarter, the little horse bucksaway to the title tune from Bonanza.

Youd be surprised who has takena ride on that horse at parties, shelaughed. Whether youre 8 or 80, thatthing will put a smile on your face.

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When Tims mother became too ill tocare for her ranch home, her childrenoriginally put it on the market. Butwhen Tim thought of selling his fam-ilys land, he realized the importance of

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ome for the country, said TrishBujard of The Texas Longhorn.

People love to get out there andance to the country music, es-ecially line dancing. We always

have a lot of people on the floorwhen there is a line dance going

n.Broussard says that people

re interested in learning toountry-western dance for all

kinds of reasons. Weve gotuys who want to meet girls,

oung couples, people who do itor exercise, and those who comeo hone their skills and competen dance competitions. Indeed,

Broussard dances with severalancers who travel the country

or competitions.

Sharon Shepherd of Dew-eyville began country-westerndancing with her husband afterseeing some accomplished danc-ers one night at a local club. Wehadnt ever done much socialdancing before, but when we

saw them, we really wanted tolearn to do what they were do-ing. After six weeks of classes,she eventually began dancingin competitions with a profes-sional dancer from Houston.She recently returned from theWorld Championship competi-tion, where she placed second inher division.

While many people think ofcountry-western dancing as aphenomenon occurring strictlysouth of the Mason-Dixon Line,people from all over the country

attend country-western dancecompetitions. There are compe-titions in New York, California,Colorado, really everywhere,Shepherd said.

When they are not competing,many serious country westerndancers go to clubs like Whiskey

River and The Texas Longhoron the weekends, where themusic is typically exclusivelycountry until about 11 p.m.

Perhaps its the image of Band Sissy twirling around the

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Flirting 411Contrary to clich connotations

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in order to be a good flirt.Flirting could be romantically or

sexually motivated, or playful, natural and in-nocent. It all depends on the flirters intentions.Adjunct instructor of psychology at Lamar University

Brooke Hall said flirting is a way to socially connect to someonelse, even if its at a shallow level. I watched my 2-year-old son

flirt shamelessly with a woman in church, she said. When hebecame too chatty, she said Shhh, while winking at him. I wasnt

able to quiet him, but she sure was.Flirting is also a safe way to feel out another person, withou

a direct rejection of feelings, Hall explained.

Are You Fit for Flirting?Its human instinct to want to connect with other people. Your

personality will determine at what level you feel comfortable flirting.

People with outgoing personalities may flirt more naturally,but like any social skill, flirting can be learned, said Hall. Ifsomeones personality is more introverted, their flirting may bemore subtle, while extremely outgoing people may have boundaryissues, and may push flirting too far, making others uncomfort-able.

Contrary to what some flirting-phobs may think, Greek god-like looks are not a prerequisite. While appearances arent unim

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ortant, good flirts may or may not be attractive,Hall said. Their personality makes people feel at

ase and good about themselves. Thats a big partf what makes a successful flirt.

Flirting: A Learned ArtWhile flirting may be second nature to some,

t may feel quite foreign to others. According toHall, observational learning is a great way to get

tarted. Find a good flirt, watch them, assesswhat youve learned, and observe the feedback

ou get for your approaches, Hall said.

Married and Flirting?Flirting is typically put into motion to initiate

new relationship. Is there life for flirting aftermarriage or is it left at the altar?

I think flirting with your spouse is a dier-nt kind of flirting because the marital bond islready established, Hall said. Its a way tonhance an already existing relationship versusnitiating a new one. In marriage, you also have

many shared experiences, which oer prime

flirting opportunities, and you can get awaywith more teasing banter, which is riskier with astranger.

Flirting also provides a way to express feelingstowards your spouse, Hall said.

Whether you were born to flirt or shudder atthe thought, the Flirting Fundamentals can helpyou spice things up in the romance department.With a little courage,its so easy a 2-yearold can do it.So, getyour flirt on!

FLIRTING FUNDAMENTALSEye Contact The most eective, direct tech-

nique, which can establish intimacy and thelevel of conversation. Caution dont stare,giving misinterpreted (creepy) signals.

The Double Take Doing an intentionaldouble-take at your flirtee, versus a stare, sayssomething caught your attention.

Sincere Flattery - Use genuine flattery bytelling the object of your aection somethingunexpected, that they dont hear all the time.

Hello & Handshake Your hello and hand-shake should be full of energy, confidence andgenuine happiness to see that person. Keepyour tone low, and never portray fear or anxi-ety. The handshake may be your only chanceto touch hands.

Rules of Conversation People love talkingabout themselves. Ask uncommon questions,or prompt their life story by telling yours first.Sharing inner thoughts establishes an immedi-ate bond.

Stay In the Know - Conversations with newpeople can be intellectually stimulating. Stay

up-to-date with current events, best-sellingbooks, music and movies.

Rhythm that Riles Play with anythingrhythmically. Dangle a shoe. Play with anearring. Apply lip gloss. Swirl your straw.Run your finger around the rim of your glass.Guys, slightly swirl your entire glass, strokeyour hair, or adjust your cus. Its not aboutwhat you do, but the rhythmic movements youmake.

Whisper Use a partner, preferably of yoursame sex. To get the object of your flirtationsattention, face their direction, then whisper inyour friends ear. Then smile at the flirtee. In-voking intrigue, and making them wonder, willget their attention. Whispering directly to the

person youre flirting with is also very sexual.Leave Them Wanting More When youre flirt-

ing, give your undivided attention. There isnothing more flattering. However, people wantwhat they cant have. An expert flirt will flirtuntil they get a response, and then back o.When things are going well, leave. Dont waituntil the conversation lulls. Youll be sure tohear from them again. VIP

Dont depend on others to make things happen.

Dont tease.

Dont cling.

Dont dwell on irting (do it and forget it).

Dont dget (its annoying and shows nervous tension).

Dont ask So tell me about yourself. This comes across as a demand

to perform, and puts them on the defensive.

If the location is crowded or loud, dont exchange life stories.

Dont discuss politics.

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Rodeo (noun) derived from theSpanish word, rodear, meaning

o surround or roundup

You might think Romos a cowboy, but weveot news for ya he wouldnt last a second inhe rodeo ring.

Real cowboys eat courage for breakfast. Quint-ssential cowboy John Wayne said courage is abouteing scared to death, but saddling up anyway.

Saddled up and raring to go, these local competitorsisk their lives to daringly reenact, with athletic dexter-ty and meticulous training, many skills that early ranchers andowhands were forced to master in order to survive on the range.

Their passion for the adrenaline-pumping sport of rodeo isteeped in family tradition and a personal connection with

Texas history.

Darrell Petry, 40, knowshow it feels to wake up eachmorning and take the steer bythe horns. In fact, hes made acareer out of it.

Competing since the ageof 19, Petry, a Cheek resident,developed an early passion forthe rodeos fastest sport of steerwrestling. By sheer strengthand technique, Petry jumpsfrom his galloping horse onto asteer, and then quickly wrestlesthat 400-600 pound animal tothe ground, sometimes impact-

ing atspeeds

of 30mph.From a large

family of rodeo aficiona-dos, Petry ultimately chose

a career in steer wrestling,deeply connecting with thephysical and mental stimula-tion of the competition. I lovea challenge, Petry said. Whilethere is risk involved, steerwrestling is in my system. Icant help but love it.

Petry asserts that his par-ticipation in this form of rodeohonors his heritage, giving hima greater appreciation of the tri-als experienced by his Old Westancestors. In fact, he bristlesat stereotypes that insinuate

rodeosabuse

animals,explaining

that the steers aretrained beforehand

to be team players in

the sport. Together, theteam of steer, horseand cowboy pay hom-age to early settlers.

A true cow-boy respects and loves

animals and never intends tohurt them, he explained. Myanimals are my kids and aretreated better than I treat somepeople.

Because of his devotionto rodeo, with its rigorousdemands and extensive travel,Petry admits to putting o mar-

riage and children in order topursue his dream. He intendsto fully devote himself to es-tablishing his own family afteretirement.

However, retirement onlylooms in the far-distant future

not at all impacting Petrys curent athletic endeavors. Withhigh hopes of competing in th2010 National Finals Rodeo, hintends to rank within the top15 of professional steer wres-tlers, qualifying him to compein the Super Bowl of rodeos

Ive still got plenty of fighin me, Petry assured. I knowIm not going to be doing thisforever but I dont plan to retiany time soon. When I doretire, it will be while Im at thtop of my game. >>

Darrell Petry,Steer Wrestlingtext by HOLLI PETERSEN

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The wild bull charges fromhe chute bucking and twisting ashe cowboy tries to hang on. Ineconds, hes flung to the ground.

He scrambles to avoid the pierc-ng horns and sharp hoovesoo dang close to his head. Theullfighter is there, putting

himself in the bulls line of sight.t charges the other man and theowboy scrambles to safety.

Rodeo bulls are mean. Neverut your guard down, said Rob-rt Blue Jeanes, a professionalullfighter from Winnie. Alwaysxpect them to hurt you. In ro-eo, theres an old saying: If you

mess with the bull, you will gethe horns. Jeanes has gotten the

horns. At the 2008 Fort Worthtock Show and Rodeo, hisovine-induced acrobatics wereaptured on video and posted onoutube.com.

Bullfighters are not rodeolowns. They dont wear faceaint or do gags for laughs. Their

ob is to distract a bull from aallen rider so he has a chance toet away safely. It can be a mat-er of life and death any time youo it, Jeanes said. A member of

he Professional Rodeo CowboysAssociation and the ProfessionalBull Riders, he went pro in 1996.

Jeanes father, Bob Jeanes, wasrancher and a longtime rodeo

nnouncer who took his sonlong to his jobs. His dad wanted

him to rope calves and be a teamoper, but Jeanes wanted to fightulls and begged his father to

et him. The elder Jeanes finallyelented and sent his son to aullfighting school when he was4 with the hopes of him gettingun over, getting scared and quit-ing. I did get run over but I got

up, Jeanes recalled. I loved it.

He loved it, but his familyidnt. My mother hates it to

his day, he said. And he admitshis career choice played a partn his divorce. At rodeos when

hes bullfighting, his 5-year-oldaughter, Graci, will be in thetands with friends. They telleanes she doesnt watch. Maybeheyll never understand theddiction. The adrenaline rushs like no other, he explained.Theres no time out. No whistle.

Nobody can help you but you.

Robert BlueJeanes,Bullfghterext by CATHLEEN COLE

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The horse explodes into the arena atull speed as the cowgirl aboard maneu-

vers it around three barrels in a clover-eaf pattern. After the last turn, the pairaces to the finish line.

In barrel racing, its not just aboutpeed, but agility, as the goal is to getlose to the barrels without knockinghem down. Its primarily a cowgirlsport, and one Bebe Bertino has been

doing most of her life.Born and raised in Kountze, Bertino

tarted riding at 4. She attended SamHouston State University on a rodeo

cholarship and graduated with a degreen education. In her 30s, she belongedo the Womens Professional Rodeo As-ociation and competed in barrel racing

and calf roping, the major rodeo eventsor cowgirls.

Today she still goes to events toun barrels and rope, but not as a proowgirl.

She teaches in the Texas Departmentof Criminal Justice and lives on a ranchn Nome with her husband, David Ber-ino Sr., who goes with her to competi-

tions. Hes a big supporter, she said.Rodeos been a very positive thing inmy life. Its a family aair.

Her biggest win was $3,000 at theWorld Barrel Racing Productions Finalsin Waco in 2007. And she won big inteam roping too. Ive won saddles,buckles and thousands of dollars, shesaid of her former days as a team roper.

Even though shes ridden all her life,she still practices regularly. Weatherpermitting, I ride every day, she said.

She has two Quarter Horses, an 8-year-old named Rolex and a 3-year-old namedJ.B. 063. Her goal is to retire from teach-ing in about four years and train morehorses.

According to Bertino, the hardest partof being a cowgirl is the labor-intensivework involved. I do it all by myself,she said. Its a lot of commitment andresponsibility. The best part of being acowgirl is when all the hard work payso with a win. Does she foresee an endto her cowgirl days? When I cannotride, I will quit, she said. I dont planon doing that any time soon. >>

Bebe Bertino, Barrel Racing and Calf Ropingtext by CATHLEEN COLE

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The steer bolts but thecowboy and his steed are hot its heels. Within seconds, thehorse catches up and the big reaches for the steer and slidefrom his mount. With a handof horns attached to a half-tobovine, the cowboy digs in hiheels and turns the animalshead, throwing it to the groun

Steer wrestling is knownas the big-mans event, BenGoodman said. At 6 feet 2 incand 240 pounds, the profes-sional cowboy certainly qualiBorn in Beaumont, Goodmanwas raised on his familys smranch. His father, Joseph Gooman, was a bull rider and a caroper and his five siblings rodIts a family trait, he said.

kind of bred into you.As a younger man, Goodm

started with calf roping and ttried bull riding.It didnt woout too good, he said, recall-ing the three broken ribs he gfrom that experience. He decbull riding wasnt his event anbecause of his size, gave steerwrestling a try. I got really gat it, he said, adding that heturned pro in 1997. He belongprofessional cowboy associatiincluding the Anahuac SaltgrCowboy Association, a largely

African American group, andCowboys Professional Rodeo sociation that named him 200Steer Wrestling Champion.

Competing in about 60 roda year with his Quarter Horsenamed No Limit, his annualwinnings are about $30,000.His best time in his event wa2.78 seconds and his biggestwin was $11,000 at the WorldRichest Steer Wrestling Jack-pot in Oklahoma City in 2003Do his winnings outweigh hisexpenses? Sometimes, he s

Some years it does; some yeit doesnt. He owns a smallBeaumont-based trucking company so he doesnt have to relon competitions for his incomwhich works for his wife, Reeand two children, Jasmine anBen Jr. Having a professionalcowboy as a husband and a fahasnt always been easy for thGoodman travels a lot and, whes home, he rides every dayIts pretty hard on everybodyGoodman said. Its hard on mbeing gone a lot.

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Living a peacefully unas-suming lifestyle in Buna,Kody Curry, 29, brags abouthis beautiful wife and twoyoung sons (ages two and fivemonths) like any proud papa.While the dusty boots andno-frills jeans might alludeto his love of the down-homecountry life, most would notsuspect that Curry is an inter-nationally renowned competi-tor ranking as the 18th best

professional tie-down roper inthe world.

Heralding back to the prac-tices of early cattle ranchersmethods of quickly immobiliz-ing sick or injured cattle fromthe herd, tie-down ropingis widely honored as one ofthe rodeos most challeng-ing sports. When competing,Curry gallops toward a calfon horseback, dismountsand ropes the calf, flanks (or

wrestles down) the animal,and then ties together threeof the calfs legs in a matter ofseconds. With so many oppor-

tunities to err, Curry meticu-lously practices to improve hisspeed and precision.

Roping takes a lot of abil-ity, Curry explained. Youand the horse must performperfectly. With so manyvariables, roping can be thehardest to conquer.

Currys secret to success issimple. Practice makes perfect.Having joined the sport at theage of eight, he certainly hasplenty of practice under those

ornate, prize belt buckles.Currys love of tie-down

roping traces back to his firstchildhood experiences of

admiring his father, a competi-tive team tie-down roper. Likemany of these modern daycowboys, the dusty ring of therodeo remains a home awayfrom home, representing theembrace of culture and familyhistory.

Rodeo is who I am, hesays. When Im not at a ro-deo, then Im practicing or outriding horses. Yes, its a lot ofwork, but I love every minuteof it. >>

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Perhaps it is the closest tha traditional Southeast Texanfamily has to a rite of passageAt 5 years old, China residentBeau Schroeder persuaded hifather to saddle him up on hifirst calf and teach him the arof bull riding. Five might appto be a premature age to attemsuch a dangerous activity, bufor the rodeo-loving Schroedfamily, ingraining professiontechniques during their sonsformative years remained an sential rule.

Now 22, this early trainingproven to be a vital componeSchroeders success as a pro brider. The more I trained anthe more I kept getting back othe better I got at riding bigge

bulls, he explained. Thats reason Im successful and whwin titles. Each year I try doieven better than ever before.

While prizes of money andnate belt buckles can hold allfor young competitors, Schroers passion for bull riding cofrom the pride of competing the realization that he is livinthe dream that so many otherhave spent their lives pursuinAfter all, not just anyone canjump into a ring and physicalconquer a one-ton beast.

A requirement of this un-orthodox career path, Schroetravels throughout the UnitedStates 10 months out of everyyear. Though sometimes monnous and wearing, meeting npeople and experiencing newplaces appeals to Schroedersadventurous spirit. Such achiment does not come withoutsubstantial risk.

In 2008, Schroeder broke leg and reluctantly took time to recuperate. More recently,he suered a close call when

massive bull stepped on his hWere it not for his helmet, hireer, and possibly his life, wohave been shattered in second

But its all in a days work this intrepid cowboy.

Every now and then I woabout the risks, Schroeder sBut it doesnt do any good toscared. If I die, it will be becaIm doing what I love and notbecause Im sitting at home bcareful. This is my life. This imy career. VIP

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rotaroundan arenaon aprancingArabian.Lopethrougha field ona laid-

back Quarter Horse. Fly over afence on a sturdy ThoroughbredYou can do it all right here inBeaumont. Pick a stable, saddleup and enjoy the ride!

Megan Curewitz urges her horse over the jump during training at the Tailgate Stables in Rose City.

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Chris Morrill grew up withhorses. He saved his birthday andChristmas money and at 7 boughthis first horse a half Paint for$250. He credits Mr. Blue, whodied at the farm in 2008 at 30, forstarting his passion for training.

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For Margot Fischer, it all startedwith a little Quarter Horse marenamed Susie that a cousin gaveto her when she was about 8. Hermother, Mary Lib Fischer, taughther how to ride, but back then sherode western style. I grew up withit, she remembered. When I out-grew Susie, we gave her to anothercousin and I got another horse. It

wasnt until she started taking lessons at Tyrrell Park Stables that she madehe switch to hunt seat riding.

After graduating with a degree in animal science from Texas A&M, sheecided to open her own barn and become a professional hunter-jumper

rainer. Her Tailgate Stables opened in 1980 in Beaumont but eventuallymoved to Rose City, where it remained for more than 25 years. She built anew facility on 90 acres in Beaumont and moved there in February. She of-ers lessons, training and boarding and takes her riders to horse shows too.

Hunter-jumpers dont have to be a specic breed, but they are primarilyThoroughbreds, Warmbloods or crosses of the two. Taking horses over jumpss thrilling, she contends, And its really good exercise.

Running a stable and being a professional horse trainer is physicallyemanding, but Fischer intends to keep at it as long as she can. I like beingutside, she explained. I like being around the animals. Im 55 now theay I cant lift a hay bale is the day Im going to have to quit!

Beautiful Land and Horses

I have always loved horses always, Susan Conn McCurry They are absolutely beautiful.

McCurry, whose father was C.W. Conn Jr. of Conns Inc., starteriding at 5 at her grandfathers farm on a Shetland pony namedBrown Eyes. In middle school, she took hunt seat lessons at TyrrePark Stables. Although her family had a ranch in West Texas, her

parents didnt keep a horse for her in Beamont and she eventually stopped riding. she never stopped dreaming of horses.

Terra Bella Stables is her dream come

true. Opening its barn doors for businessFebruary 2009, the equine facility is situated on 38 acres adjacent to her house buby Compass Pointe Homes in the DiamonD Ranch community. McCurry and her stoer western and English hunt seat rid-ing lessons in a covered arena, training anboarding. Riding camps are held in the sumer and childrens birthday parties can bbooked throughout the year.

Shes always wanted plenty of pets andnow that she has the land for it, shes gotto to a good start. Her current personal mnagerie includes ve horses, two micro-mpigs and several barn dogs and cats. Shes

thinking about getting some sheep with tidea of starting a petting zoo for the birthparties.

Although her father passed away in 20McCurrys mother, Dorothy Anne Conn,is doing well and living in Beaumont. Mmom tells me every day that Daddy woulproud of me, she said. VIP

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Thats why I do what I do, Morrill reminisced. I did it with Mr.Blue.

Although he started riding on Quarter Horses and Paints, hismom, Dianne Morrill, bought an Arabian, which spurred the younghorsemans interest in that breed. He worked for an Arabian trainern his hometown of Baton Rouge while attending high school and

Louisiana State University. In his third year of pre-med, he decidedhe didnt want to be a doctor. He wanted to be a horse trainer. Hequit school and became a full-time assistant at the training barn hedworked at since high school.

In 2002, he moved here to marryBeaumont native Angie Arringtonwhom hed met on the show circuit and

stablished Chris Morrill Training Cen-er, which caters to Arabian and Half-

Arabian show horses. Morrill special-zes in English saddle seat riding butlso trains hunter pleasure mounts inhe covered and outdoor arenas on the

40-acre farm. He takes his clients andheir horses to regional and nationalompetitions and brings back plenty oflue ribbons.

Of the Arabian breed Morrill said,Theyre sensitive and intelligentnimals that can be molded into agilethletes, and thats in addition to theirxtreme beauty. And why saddle seat?

Its like driving a sports car, he saidf the high-headed, high-steppingteeds ridden this way. Its a blast toide.

Susan Conn McCurryand her Friesian mare. Chris Morrill and a winning

Half-Arabian show horse.

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Zona Jones is packing two high-powered careers into one lifetime.By day, hes a civil litigator with esteemed law firm Provost-Umphreyn Beaumont. By night, hes an up-and-coming country-western starecording in Nashville and playing stages across America.

Jones, who was named for the Arizona rodeo, was born inCorpus Christi but grew up mainly in small West Texasowns. His father was a manager for the King

Ranch, so young Jones grew up as a workingowboy. During high school, the family movedo Florida, but Jones came back to Texas forollege at Baylor. With a law degree fromt. Marys University in San Antonio, he

was recruited to Beaumont in 1989.

I took a job in Beaumont because it was one of the best placepursue a legal career in the field I wanted to work in, Jones said.now specializes in multi-party product liability litigation, which htaken him all over the country and as far away as Croatia.

Parallel to his budding law career, Jones also was playing guitasinging and writing songs. Over the last 16 years, Jones

averaged 100 shows a year, cut two CDs and establisa loyal fan base.

Ive been fortunate to be able to do both fa very long time, he said. I have good peop

I work with and they help me to keep both these things going.

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Favorite make of boots?Lucchese. My favorite pair is alligator.

Favorite brand of jeans?Wrangler.

Your dad was a rodeo guy did you tryrodeo?I always liked team sports better. I liked

football. One of my childhood friends was TuffHedeman (a multi-world champion bull rider).Id go with him to the shows, but I didnt careto do it. Id say, Ill just leave that to you.

Musical inuences?My grandmother on my moms side. Shegrew up in the Depression era in southernOklahoma. She had a singing group withher siblings and sang live on the radio. Shenoticed that ability in me and tried to cultivateit. She played all kinds of music for me.

What does it feel like when youre per-forming on stage for a live audience?

Its different every night. There are nightswhen its perfect and you play every note theright way, sing every note the right way, andthe crowd is into what youre doing and thenthere is no better feeling. Its a huge blessingto be able to do it night after night.

Favorite make of guitar?Taylor.

What does it feel like to hear your songon the radio?Weird. I get used to it hearing it on the radioin Beaumont as Im driving to the ofce or

going to lunch. Whats really strange is to beoff in some really different place like Bostonand to turn the radio on and hear your song.Thats still very strange to me.

How do you decide what songs torecord?I probably listened to 3,000 songs to getdown to the 12 songs on Prove Me Right,the most recent CD. We cut 20 songs, butonly used 12. When youre a songwriter, ifyoure intellectually honest, you throw yoursongs into the mix and try to pick what youthink is best. My natural reaction is that if asong doesnt grab me at the rst line, Im

probably not as inclined to like it.

If you could play a jam session on yourfront porch with any artists living ordead, who would you invite?Hard to pass up the chance with Elvis orGeorge Strait, either one. On the other hand,Ive had the chance to do just that with someof my friends like Mark Chesnutt and TracyByrd. To me, Mark is one of the greatestsingers in the business. Playing guitars withMark is like playing with a human jukebox you can call out any song and he can play it.Some of the most amazing nights have been

just sitting around playing guitar with him. Imtaken aback by his talent.

Who are the members of your band?Keith Watkins is the last original member ofour rst band. Hes our band leader and moreimportantly, a kind of our spiritual advisor forour group. Laine Thibodeaux has played steelguitar with me for years. Also part of the team

are Jason Burk, Robert Herridge, Bret Nunez,Mike Calley, Jeff Smith, Cory Chenoweth,Lupe Alvarez, Christy Cornelius and DannyPearcy.

What are you reading these days?A two-volume series by Tom Lea about theKing Ranch. I wanted to re-read it. I lived itin the modern day, but its history goes backto the 1850s and is an amazing part of thehistory of this state.

Life heroes?My mom and dad are on the top of my list forheroes in my life. Roger Staubach was my

football hero. George Strait is a musical hero.When it comes to the practice of law, Ive hadthe chance to work with some of the best Walter Umphery, Joe Jamail, Wayne Reaud.Whether they know it or not, theyve had aninuence on me. Mark Chesnutt and TracyByrd, both musically and as friends.

Simple pleasures?Its nice to sit at home and watch SaturdayNight Live on occasion. But the best is thetime I get to spend with my daughter, Kay,who is 3 years old. Shes the most amazingthing Ive ever known in my life.

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SouthTexas State FaiandYMBLBeaumonMarch 25

Runs March 25-April 4. Midwayrides, fair food, livestockcompetitions and games.

Also, a quilt show, a photographycontest, a school art contest, dozof vendor booths, livestock auctioand the 4H and FFA livestock sho409.832.9991, ymbl.org/fair.htm

Texas EnergyMuseum SpindletopBlowout 2010March 23

Special guest speaker FormerFirst Lady Laura Bush. Tickets$87.50, table sales available.Beaumont Civic Center.409.833.5100

LeGrand Bal 2010:A Night inCasablancMarch 27

Presented by the Lamar Universit

Friends of the Arts, a gala/fundracelebrating the Renaissance ofLamar University. Evening willfeature a silent art auction andreception in the Dishman ArtMuseum from 7 - 9p.m., followedby ne dining, dancing andentertainment in the MontagneCenter from 8p.m. - midnight.409.880.8137, lamar.edu/cofac

The Beaumont Ballet Theatre underthe artistic direction of Miss BonnieCokinos proudly celebrates itscontribution to ne arts educationin the art of dance. Cinderella is amuch loved tradition and celebrates

its 26th season this year. Two showsat the Julie Rogers Theatre: Friday,March 5th, 7:30p.m. and Saturday,March 6th, 2p.m. 409.892.0169 or800.782.3081

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Southeast Texas prides itself on its numerous grand festivals full of fun, fo

and an assortment of activities. Each celebration varies in theme, but all o

a great time and bring local residents and visitors coming back every year.

Bring the whole family or a group of friends, and enjoy the excitement and

local flair. Southeast Texas has many things to celebrate and each festival h

something dierent to oer. With so many to choose from, theres somethfor everyone to enjoy, whether its a celebration of great food, beautiful

flowers or if you just love a parade!

March 9- March 14Nederland Heritage Festival Held in the heart of Nederland, this annua

festival features a carnival, pageants, golf and softball tournaments, a c

cook-o, a craft show, live music and more. 409.724.2269

March 10Jasper Azalea Festival An event held each year dedicated to celebrating th

colorful burst of springtime azaleas. Come to the historic downtown squar

for entertainment, arts invitational, classic car show, poetry contest, cake

decorating contest, arts and crafts booths. 409.283.2632

March 13Buna Redbud Festival Join in on Buna on the Bayou, held at one of

the most beautiful times of year. This celebration includes lots of liveentertainment, the Little Miss Buna Pageant, a great parade and the

Redbud Rodeo. 409.994.5586

March 20-April 3Tyler County Dogwood Festival This festival has a spectrum of celebrat

including a festival of the arts, western weekend complete with a rodeo, and

the Queens weekend with the Queens coronation, parade, pageant

and fireworks display. Three weekends of fun in Woodville.

Festival of the Arts: March 20-21

Western Weekend: March 26-27

Queens Weekend: April 3

April 15-17Village Creek Festival The Lumberton Chamber of Commerce invites y

to this celebration full of carnival rides, games, food, live entertainmen

Miss Village Creek Pageant, a classic car show and the Village Creek

Parade. 409.755.0554

April 16-17Mercado Days Festival Come join the party in downtown Port Arthur for

activities for all ages and an amazing presentation of talent celebrating the

Hispanic and Latino presence in Southeast Texas. 409.960.1699

April 16-18Mauriceville Crawfish Festival The Texas Legislature named Mauriceville th

Crawfish Capital of Texas in 1983. The 30th anniversary of the festiva

has all the usual highlights of parade, rides, crafts, battle of the bands an

BBQ cook-o. Check out the crawfish races or the crawfish eating contes

Hwy 62 Fairgrounds in Mauriceville. 409.651.6358

April 13-24Neches River Festival & Parade As one of Beaumonts biggest celebratio

there are several days of merriment and activities beginning with the kin

arrival at Riverfront Park. This festival brings Beaumonts largest paradedowntown, and ends with the Queens Ball and Coronation. 409.835.244

Kings Arrival & Media Party: April 13, 5:30p.m., Riverfront Park

Citizen of the Year Presentation: April 15, 10a.m., MCM Elegante

Parade: April 17, 11a.m., Downtown Beaumont

Queens Coronation: April 24, 7p.m., Julie Rogers Theatre

Coronation Ball: April 24, 9p.m., Beaumont Civic Center

April 29- May 2Port Neches RiverFest & Classic Car Show This four day festival brings

all types of entertainment together including carnival rides, arts and

crafts, food, fireworks, a classic car show, a battle of the bands, fishing

tournament, talent show, beauty pageant, pet show, mother of the year

presentation, a treasure hunt and even more. 409.722.9154

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rimary Election Voting

Magnolia Garden Club of Beaumont

resents STARSTRUCKThe 2010 Garden Club of America

lower Show. Categories in the garden

lub show include flower arranging,

orticulture, conservation/education,

hotography, and botanical jewelry

nd embellishments. Free. 2-5p.m.

n March 2, 9a.m.-3 p.m. on March 3.

ulie Rogers Theatre. 409.892.5370

The Garden Club will host a

eception and special showing from

-7:30 p.m. March 2 in conjunction

with the Lamarissmo! Jazz Concert.

This pre-performance event, featuring

ors doeuvres and a cash bar, will

e open to holders of season or

ndividual tickets to Lamarissimo!

amarissimo! Jazz Concertamar Universitys acclaimed series

f o-campus performances shine the

potlight on the best and brightest

n student and faculty talent. Season

cket holders or individual tickets for

15 available at the box oce. 7:30p.m.

ulie Rogers Theatre. 409.880.8144

010 Houston LivestockShow andRodeoRuns from March 2-21 at Reliant Park.

Rodeo Houston features bull riding,

arades, carnivals, BBQ, wine tasting

ompetitions, and loads of shopping!

ivestock show features cattle auctions

nd cattle judging. March 16th is Go

Texan Day, March 14 is Go Tejano Day.

oustonrodeo.net

egacy Christian Academy 2nd

nnual Jubilee BanquetGuest speaker Sean Tuohy, the real

doptive father whose familys story is

old in therecent movie The Blind Side.

Tickets $100. Holiday Inn Beaumont

laza. 7p.m. legacychristianacademy.org

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irst Thursdays at the MildredA monthly event with live music and

hopping. 5-8p.m. Mildred Building,

eaumont.

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hicagoeaumont CommunityPlayers presentation

f themusicalsettheroaring twenties.

howdates: March 5, 6,11, 12,13*,13, 18,

9, 20, 7:30p.m.evenings,2 p.m. matinees*.

09.833.4664

irst Fridays on Lincoln Avenuehopping, food and entertainment.

p.m.-9p.m. Groves. 409.962.3631

Golden Triangle Home ShowFord Park. 409.951.5400

Cinderella Ballet

The Beaumont Ballet Theatre under

the artistic direction of Miss Bonnie

Cokinos proudly celebrates its

contribution to fine arts education in

the art of dance. Cinderella is a much

loved tradition and celebrates its 26th

season this year. Two shows at the

Julie Rogers Theatre: Friday, March

5th, 7:30p.m and Saturday, March 6th,2p.m. 409.892.0169 or 800.782.3081

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Remember the AlamoMarch 6, 1836

Cardinal Cruises

Spring launches the new season

of Neches River tours given each

Saturday. Tickets $15 for adults,

children under 12 and seniors,

$10, children under 3, free.

Cardinal dock at Riverfront park.

nechesriveradventures.org

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The 82nd Academy Awards

Co-hosted by Alec Baldwin and

Steve Martin. What red carpet fashion

will become a trend?

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Nederland Heritage Festival

March 9- March 14. 409.724.2269

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Jasper Azalea Festival

409.283.2632

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Beaumont Blues Festival 2010

Tickets $37.50-$44.50. Beaumont

Civic Center. 8p.m. 409.838.3435 x1

Livingston Trade Days

March 12-14. Hwy 59 North in

Livingston. Free admission and

parking. 1.877.UBHOOKD

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48th Annual BAL National Show

Opening Reception

Of 131 entries to the Beaumont ArtLeagues National Show, 64 were

selected for the exhibition. 2675 Gulf

Street, Beaumont. 7-9p.m. On view

through March 31. 409.833.4179

Blooms: FloralArtin theStark CollectionsThe flower as an inspiration for the

visual arts. On exhibit through June 12.

Stark Museum of Art. 409.886.2787

Rotary Taste of GumboBob Bowers Civic Center, Port

Arthur. For more info call Perry Snell

409.982.2222

Sprin is full f fsivl fun

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maRch 13

he Texas Ghost Show

resented by the Texas Society of

aranormal Investigators with Brian

Harnois from Ghost Hunters,

hristopher Moon from Haunted Times

Magazine, Father Andrew Calder,

Ken Gerhard, cryptozoologist, Dash

eardsley, The Ghost Man of Galveston,

nd Ericka Boussarhane, Oprah of

he Paranormal! Tickets $20 general

dmission, $35 with lunch included.a.m-6p.m. Beaumont Civic Center.

una Redbud Festival

09.994.5586

West Brooks Annual Autorama

All makes and models of cars, trucks

nd motorcycles are welcome. 10a.m.

West Brook High School. 4

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