CityLife April 2015
Rhythm That Cures: Media stars step on stage for Susan G. Komen event. Tatum Everett will compete at the ‘Dancing for the Cure’ event. - A Lifestyle & Promotional Forum for Women

Editor’s Note
On a rainy Sunday morning, the team gathered at Vicky’s School of Dance in Bossier City to shoot our April cover for the Susan G. Komen “Dancing for the Cure” event. This event is similar to the ABC show “Dancing with the Stars,” where local media stars compete against each other with different dance routines.

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Muddling Through
When I first started writing for CityLife a little more than three years ago, I was asked to carefully consider what I’d like to name my monthly column. At the time, I was a newlywed who’d just celebrated my first year of marriage. I wasn’t yet a mother, but I hoped having children would soon be a part of my story to tell.

Crayonaholic
I am a big kid at heart. I make no effort to hide the fact that I get as much enjoyment out of watching “Sesame Street” with my daughter Gracie – especially the “Crumby Pictures” segments, which are basically for adults. (Google it if you have no idea what I’m talking about; they’re hysterical.

Spring Cleaning
Springtime makes us feel more energetic, have a renewed joy for life and yes, an intense desire to clean out and de-clutter. More of us than not are decluttering challenged. For a good start to get past just the desire for a more organized home, a plan must be born.

Facing the Rules
Every girl needs a velour puff to buff out the final look so that you see no lines of demarkation – remember, ‘When in doubt, buff it out!’ Every girl no matter what age should have a velour puff in her makeup bag. It’s so crucial to natural looking makeup.

TalkIng Caulk
Not too long ago, I noticed the caulk in our bathrooms was starting to look dingy and was in need of a touch-up. I had no idea where to start, however, and after a quick search on Google, “how to re-caulk the tub,” I was left even more confused than before.

Piece by Piece
As a decorator, it’s my job to find my clients beautiful and unique items for their home. Most often, I am working within a budget. I pull double duty to find great pieces that suit my clients needs and style, but also to find items for the best possible price.

Hello, AgAin
With all of the snow, ice and rain we have experienced recently, the warm friendly atmosphere at Mandina’s Grill seemed like the perfect way to brighten yet another dismally grey afternoon. Everyone walking in the door is cheerfully greeted, often with handshakes and hugs.

Sustaining Member
Milly Hawthorne Sale was recently awarded the Junior League Sustainer of the Year Award. This coveted award has been given since 1971, the first recipient being Helen Funderburk Garret.

One-Woman Show
Summer Black, owner of Fleur De Crème Gourmet Ice Cream, is one local businesswoman who knows how to give life a bit of flavorful fun. Black started her ice cream business in July 2014. She and her husband are both Shreveport natives, having relocated back home from Baton Rouge.

Rhythm THAT CURES
Media stars step on stage for Susan G. Komen event.

Botox and Fillers
Are you tired of the line between your eyes? Many patients complain that they are asked why they are upset or mad, when they aren’t. Years of squinting and frowning can leave deep wrinkles that form between the eyebrows, around the eyes and across the forehead.

Seeing Straight
LASIK, which stands for laser in-situ keratomileuisis, is a surgery using lasers to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and/or astigmatism. The outpatient procedure only uses local anesthesia, so patients do not have to be put to sleep. Patients receive a calming medication, such as Valium, to help them relax during the procedure.

Rethinking the ink?
Like many people, both old and young, Jack now suffers from tattoo regret. Tattoos are easy to obtain and very affordable. Unfortunately, many are designed to last a lifetime. An impulsive decision made on vacation may result in consequences when seeking employment or even in the social arena.

Facelift in a Bottle
The face, shaped like an inverted triangle at 20, loses fat, muscle and collagen. Fat pads immediately under the skin, which fit together like a jigsaw puzzle at age 20, begin to look like they have been stuck in a dryer and shrunk. Muscles become thinner and even cheek and jawbones lose diameter.

CHEERS
Step into a stylish cocktail dress for Artini 7 p.m. April 25 at horseshoe’s riverdome. Funds raised will go toward the Bossier Arts council. In these dresses, enjoy the finest martinis in town at the event. Tickets are available online or at the door..

MODEL OF THE MONTH
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Teacher knows best
Sylvia Cook, a Caddo Parish School teacher with over 19 years of experience, is stylish and chic. As a fashionista, she impresses her fellow teachers with her sense of style at Riverside Elementary School..

AGENDA
APRIL 25: THE LA LA’s BURLESQUE SHOW, Show starts at 8 p.m. Legends Theatre. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com..

April [ AGENDA ]
FUN FOR THE FAMILY APRIL 2: ARTPORT: FLYING COLOURS, the 15th installment of of one of the only revolving public art exhibits in an airport setting. The opening night reception will be held at the Shreveport Regional Airport from 6 to 9 p.m. with free admission and free parking.

DINING
While the spring days are mild and the mornings carry a medley of scents from the blooming flowers and fresh cut grass, now is the perfect time to consider having a late morning meal outdoors. Brunch is usually a laid-back menu consisting of breakfast and lunch foods, and may even touch on the fringe of dinner fare.

Brunch Menu
1/3 cup white chocolate chips in the microwave using 15 to 20 second intervals. After each interval, stir. Once melted place melted chocolate chips in a small resealable plastic bag. Cut off small corner of bag and pipe small amount of melted chips over scones.

Best in sheaux
Robinson’s Rescue and Eldorado Casino presented Best in Sheaux on March 7 at the RiverView Hall. Thirteen dogs participated on the runway. Ticket purchases allowed votes for the favorite dog. Pixie, a blonde Corgie mix, had its own cheering squad, a table of women dressed in pink boas and hats.

Mad Scientist Ball
Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center was transformed March 7 into the Mad Scientist Ball in downtown Shreveport. The fundraiser’s theme this year was “Monsters, Myths and Legends” and featured creatures from Hollywood to folklore and mythology. Guests were encouraged to come to the ball in costume, and that they did.

Teenage love affair
Minerva, a 16-year-old is a filmobsessed gourmand, and popular athlete Ed meet at the Bitter Sixteen birthday party of Min’s best friend Al. Every food and drink item on the menu is drastically bitter. Ed crashes the party with his athlete friends and immediately makes a connection with Min.