FSM May 2012

Tracks are being laid in Frisco,
left. The 1948 ALCO PA-1
diesel-electric locomotive was
gifted by the Smithsonian In-
stitution to the Museum of the
American Railroad, arriving in
Frisco in May 2011, right.

Best of Frisco 2012 byChrisMartin

IT’S TIME ONCE AGAIN to present our annual list of Frisco’s “bests.” There’s no nomination process;
no submissions are requested. The “Best of Frisco” is simply a compilation of some of the things that,
in our opinion, help make our city such a great place to live. In most categories, one significant option
stood apart, while in others there seemed no clear choice but rather several distinct possibilities.
Although Frisco has many “bests” that could be included, we took on the challenging task of narrowing
it down to only 12. We hope you enjoy the categories and the “winners” chosen for this year’s “Best of
Frisco 2012.”

BEST NEW AT TRACTION ROLLING INTO TOWN:
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN RAILROAD
The Museum of the American Railroad is making tracks to town to join the dynamic array of historical
attractions in downtown Frisco. The museum, originally located in Fair Park in downtown Dallas, had
been a State Fair of Texas tradition for more than four decades before beginning the move to Frisco.
Residents and visitors will soon be able to experience one of the nation’s finest collections of 20th
Century railroad artifacts, which tell the rich history of the steam engine and the railroad industry,
honoring their significance in American culture. The new location, which is being constructed in phases,
will ultimately occupy more than 12 acres on Cotton Gin Road. Construction on the site began in May
2011, with completion of Phase I expected by the end of this month. A graduated opening of the new
location is expected by the end of the year. The museums 40-piece assemblage of historic locomotives
and rail cars, including “Big Boy,” the world’s largest steam locomotive, and the nation’s premiere
collection of first-class Pullman sleeping cars from the 1920s, will fascinate guests of the finished exhibit.
In addition, the museum’s two historic structures, the circa 1900 Houston & Texas Central Depot and
the 1903 Santa Fe Interlocking Tower 19, will also make the 30-mile trek to their new Frisco home. Once
completed, the museum will be among the finest presentations of historic trains in the nation.

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There is something for everyone at Fitness in the Square, top. The Frisco Art Gallery showcases
artists near and far, right.

BEST DISPL AY OF PUBLIC ART: purchase some of the art on display. The
FRISCO DISCOVERY CENTER main space features bright colors, soaring

Whether you are an art aficionado or ceilings and contemporary décor, while

just like to dabble, the Frisco Art Gallery, the reception gallery provides a more

located in the Frisco Discovery Center, intimate exhibition space for artists. If

is the best place to scope out the latest you’re looking for a venue to rent for

happenings in today’s art scene. The private parties and events, the gallery is

gallery features rotating exhibits by local, the perfect place. It also serves as host for

regional, national and international artists, the annual gala, which raises funds for the

in both individual and group shows. Frisco Arts. And, since there is no charge

Exhibits rotate on a monthly basis and to visit the gallery, what was already a

include works from a variety of mediums, sweet deal just got sweeter! 7:30 at Simpson Plaza in front of city hall.

from paintings and drawings to sculpture BEST WAY TO STAY FIT: Workouts vary to provide something for
and photography. “We also showcase a FITNESS IN THE SQUARE everyone, from boot camp style classes
broad range of styles, from modern art to ultimate conditioning classes, which

to more traditional works,” says Sharon Tired of working out in the stuffy gym provide interval training with minimal

Roland, the director of Frisco Arts, the or running around in circles in your choreography, allowing participants to

organization that manages the Frisco Art neighborhood to get in shape? Then alternate between cardiovascular, body

Gallery and Frisco Discovery Center. “We come join your friends and neighbors for weight and free weight exercises over

have been contacted by artists from as Fitness in the Square, a weekly community the course of the hour. Don’t miss the

far away as Venezuela to host exhibits, workout session sure to get your feet occasional Zumba class worked in for

but also display works from Frisco ISD’s moving and your heart pumping! The good measure for those who like to shake

best and brightest budding artists. We free sessions are part of Mayor Maso’s it up a bit! Ages 10 and up are welcome

really have something for everyone.” The “Be Fit Frisco” health initiative, created to to attend and the class is suitable for all

gallery, which includes a main hall and a promote fitness opportunities throughout fitness levels because participants can go

reception hall, is also home to receptions the community. Classes are held, weather at their own pace. “Fitness in the Square

hosted by the artists, where guests can permitting, Thursday nights from 6:30- is part of my goal to build a foundation

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stands and the joy of
friendship as they come
out to play ball on what
has truly become Frisco’s
very own field of dreams.

BEST UPGRADE:
FRISCO RESALE’S
NEW BUILDING

Frisco is a community that

cares. So much so that

Frisco Resale was bursting

at the seams and needed

to make more room to

house its many donations,

which have expanded

right along with our

community. The Frisco

Resale store, operated

by Frisco Family Services

(FFS), generates revenue

that the nonprofit uses to

provide essential services

Watch dreams come true at The Miracle League of Frisco, top. Find a bargain while helping the and household goods to
community at Frisco Resale, bottom. families and individuals

for fitness in Frisco and put the building Cacy Saffery. “Now they can get up on in need, assisting them in achieving or

blocks in place so that fitness and good Saturday morning, pull on their jersey just maintaining a self-sufficient lifestyle. The

lifestyle choices become who we are as like any other player and head out to the new 12,000-square-foot space is located

a community,” says Mayor Maso. “Plus, park. It really is life-changing for these at Main and Dogwood and sits across

it’s a fun way to get together with fellow kids and their families.” from the original store, which opened

residents and work as a team to make The league, made possible by the in 1999. Measuring twice the size of the

positive changes in our health and lives.” volunteers and original, the new

sponsors who spot features wider
aisles, a larger sales
BEST FIELD OF DREAMS: donate their time floor, lots of parking
THE MIRACLE LEAGUE and a streamlined
OF FRISCO and resources to the

organization, started

While baseball fields abound in Frisco, out with a roster of donation line to

filled with kids of all ages chasing dreams 40 children in 2006 better serve the

of glory on the freshly mowed turf, none is and now includes public.

as special as Michael E. Simpson Miracle more than 250, with What will

League Field. Tucked into Harold Bacchus more expected. remain the same

Community Park, the field serves as home In addition to however, is the

plate for many special needs children baseball, athletes store’s commitment

eager to enjoy America’s favorite pastime. can choose to play to collecting a

A result of the efforts of local non-profit soccer, bowl or play wide selection of

Miracle League of Frisco (MLF) and the basketball, which is furniture, household

City of Frisco, the field has a custom- the newest addition goods, clothing,

designed, synthetic surface that safely to the line-up. “The accessories, shoes,

accommodates wheelchairs and other response has been jewelry and books,

walking assistance devices, allowing incredible from our offering them for

differently-abled athletes the opportunity kids, parents and sale at excellent

to play safely and enjoy the thrill of the volunteers. We really prices. “We are very

game. “Society is not always inclusive, are making dreams fortunate in that

and prior to the Miracle League of Frisco, come true out there,” added Ms. Saffery. we receive top-quality, new and gently

these children were relegated to the All thanks to the efforts of the Miracle used items. Our customer numbers have

sidelines and didn’t have the opportunity League of Frisco, giving our city’s most increased dramatically as more people

to play sports like the rest of the kids in special athletes the chance to experience have discovered the value and advantage

our community,” says MLF president, the thrill of playing, the cheers from the of thrift store shopping,” says Joni Klarin,

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Let Fido frolic at Frisco Dog Park.

FFS director of strategy. “This in turn location, there is a lot more to choose free with their own four-legged friends.

helps us increase sales, ensuring we can from,” adds Mrs. Klarin. And best of all, Located at the southwest corner of B.F.

continue to provide vital services to those it helps our community at the same time. Phillips Community Park, on 4th Army

in crisis in our community.” One hundred BEST PLACE TO Memorial, Ruff Range Park provides
percent of the items for resale at the RELEASE THE HOUNDS: 2.5 acres of open space, including hills,
store are donated by Frisco residents and FRISCO DOG PARK terrain and trees for Fido to frolic around
businesses. With new items arriving daily, leash-free. The park also includes two

including many big name brands, Frisco Frisco has finally gone to the dogs—and pavilions to provide shade for owners and

Resale is a Mecca for bargain shoppers many residents couldn’t be happier! dogs alike , along with water fountains for

looking to get something stylish, barely After 10 years on the community wish list, both. There is even a wash station to clean

used, a little unique and priced way below Frisco’s canine companions have finally muddy paws (and feet) before heading

retail. “I think people who have never gotten a place of their own. Ruff Range, home for the day. A special area is

been in would be pleasantly surprised at Frisco’s only dog park, offers paws down, designated for small dogs, with a separate

what we have to offer. And with our new the best place for man’s best friend to run space for larger dogs weighing more than

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Fire Station #7 is scheduled for completion in June 2012.

BEST PL ACE TO SEE YOUR TA X responsive to the needs of the citizens
DOLL ARS AT WORK: in west Frisco,” adds Chief Borchardt. In
FRISCO FIRE STATION #7 order to do so, the fire department has

What better way to spend residents worked closely with the residents in the

hard earned tax dollars then by making neighboring area, asking questions and

an investment in public safety? Enter gathering valuable input from them. “In

Fire Station #7, which is currently under several cases, we have adjusted our plans

construction in west Frisco, at the corner based on the input our citizens have

of Stonebrook Parkway and FM 423. given us. It’s our goal to provide the best

Scheduled to be operational by the end services and make it the best fit for the

of June, the station will be instrumental area and for our city.”

in helping Frisco keep response times BEST WAY TO HEAR
low in all areas of the city. “This station is THE L ATEST:
important to west Frisco, but also to the FRISCO’S OUTDOOR
city as a whole,” says Frisco Fire Chief, WARNING SIRENS
Mack Borchardt. “Since existing stations

won’t need to cover west Frisco, it should With severe weather season in full swing,

improve response times in the rest of it’s imperative to stay tuned to what’s

the city.” In addition, the new station going on in the event of an emergency.

is necessary to allow Frisco to maintain That’s why the City of Frisco’s Outdoor

the city’s No. 1 ISO (Insurance Services Warning System was created; to notify

25 pounds. Jodi Randall, owner of Zoe, a Office) rating, which is the highest public residents of the imminent approach of

four-year-old black lab, is one of the many protection classification. Frisco is one of severe weather and other emergencies

dog owners who are excited that Frisco only 62 cities nationwide to receive this requiring immediate action. The warning

finally opened a dedicated dog park. “It’s distinction and having this recognition system consists of 24 sirens placed

a great park and Zoe loves to visit. She influences insurance rates, translating strategically throughout the city and

gets a chance to socialize with other dogs into savings for homeowners on their uses different tones to alert residents

and roam free in a space designed just for insurance policies. “Without station #7, of impending and potentially severe

dogs. We are happy Frisco built it—and so we wouldn’t be able to sustain that #1 situations. But what do these sirens

is Zoe,” says Mrs. Randall. The park is open rating,” he adds. actually mean? The “wail” tone, which

from sunrise to sunset and is closed on The new station will also have an area sounds much like a fire engine, is a high-

Thursday for turf maintenance. With the designed for easier public access for pitched siren that crescendos and falls

dog days of summer around the corner, those needing a blood pressure check or indicating the city is under a tornado

the City of Frisco provides residents with the like in an emergency situation. “We warning. This means a tornado has

the perfect place to enjoy them! have designed this station to be very been spotted or has been indicated by

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radar and residents should seek shelter your car as you pull up so he can get the kiddos, Frisco offers more than
one great way to make a last minute
immediately. The “alert” signal, which is a your clothes ready for you when you getaway for some adult play time with
Parent’s Night Out locations. For help
high-pitched but sustained tone, is used come in,” says Lisa Powell, a long-time most any time, check out places such
as Kiddin’ Around on Lebanon near
for other situations residents need to be OXXO customer. “Plus he’s so friendly, Preston Road. Serving Frisco since
2000, Kiddin’ Around offers an hourly,
Franco Cardiello always asks about my family and has day or night drop-in sitting service in
makes sure you really gotten to know us. He and his an upscale environment where kids can
are never hung wife, who also works there, are both interact and play. Amenities include an
out to dry. so wonderful. We just love going indoor and outdoor playground, mini
basketball court, playhouse, arts and
there.” Another thing that sets Franco crafts, video game stations, large screen
television theater, a nursery for infants
apart is how he insists on carrying and more. Owned and operated by a
licensed and certified elementary school
each customer’s cleaning to the car teacher, Kiddin’ Around was specially
designed to provide a safe and friendly
for them, even hanging it on the environment. The center is staffed by
enthusiastic trained sitters, all of whom
hook. “We take a lot of dry cleaning are background checked for added piece
of mind. Services are available every day
to him and he always takes it out for and evening, Monday through Saturday,
making it an ideal location for daytime
me. He doesn’t have to, but insists on drops for appointments and lunches or at
night, for a little adult fun out on the town.
going above and beyond to provide Other area Parent’s Night Out options
include WOGA Gymnastics, which offers
good service. He even has candy for parents of children 8-12 Friday nights out
several times each month from 7-9:30
the kids.” Mrs. Powell says OXXO pm. Children enjoy dinner, fun and an
evening full of gymnastics. There are
does quality work as well, pressing several other options around town as
well, so local parents can enjoy making
everything on premise by hand—not any night out on the town “the best.”

on big industrial pressers like many

cleaners. “They really do a good job

aware of, such as a Civil Defense Alert. and we couldn’t be happier with them.”

In either case, residents are encouraged But don’t just take Mrs. Powell’s word for

to get further information from the it, Franco’s store recently won an award

television, radio or other device. Radio for top sales and service out of all 49

station WBAP (820 AM) is the designated OXXO locations nationwide. “It’s a great

Emergency Alert Station for our area, dry cleaner and Franco is a great guy.

though all stations will likely broadcast any We love doing business there,” says Mrs.

serious situations. When the alarms cease, Powell.

this indicates the immediate danger has

passed and it is safe to come out from BES T PL ACE TO FIND

your shelter. While there is also an audible A L A S T MINU TE BA BY SIT TER :

component to the system, under certain PA RENT’S NIGHT OU T

conditions, especially for those indoors, LO C ATIONS

comprehension is difficult and residents If you’re looking for a little fun without

should act in accordance with the sirens.

Residents should also be aware that the

city tests the outdoor warning system

every Wednesday at noon to ensure they

are working properly and to help prepare

for any severe weather that threatens

the city. The city will conduct tests on

days that are overcast and gray but not

threatening, to avoid any confusion.

BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE: WOGA Gymnastics gives parents a
FRANCESCO CARDIELLO, worry-free night out on the town.
OXXO CLEANERS
Since when is getting taken to the
cleaners a good thing? If it happens to
be OXXO Care Cleaners at Eldorado and
the Dallas North Tollway, then it’s a very
good thing! It’s there you will find some
of the best customer service in town,
courtesy of owner, Francesco (Franco)
Cardiello. “Franco always remembers
people’s names and even recognizes

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Nordstrom thrives on providing legendary experiences through
unbelievable customer service, left.

ex perience. service a top priority. After an enjoyable

It really shopping experience, customers don’t

does make a even have to worry about loading their

dif ference.” groceries into the car – a Market Street

O t h e r employee has it covered!

BEST PLACE TO personal BEST PL ACE TO VIEW THE PAST:
FEEL APPRECIATED: touches include the way the sales people FRISCO HERITAGE MUSEUM
NORDSTROM & MARKET STREET make a point to come out from behind
the counter to personally hand customers The best place to embark on a journey

While Frisco offers a plethora of their purchases. The retailer also offers through Frisco’s rich past is at the Frisco

opportunities for shoppers, one store free sessions with a personal stylist to Heritage Museum and Frisco Junction.

seems to be a perennial favorite among help customers find a look tailor-made The museum, which occupies a large lot

the casual shopper and mall maven alike: just for them.

Nordstrom. In business since 1901 and still The end result

going strong, the veteran retailer must is a shopping

be doing something right. In addition experience that

to an affinity for their wide selection of has customers

quality merchandise, shoppers most feeling the love

often cite their first-rate customer service and coming back

as a key factor in keeping Nordstrom as for more.

one of their favorite haunts when a little Another

retail therapy is in order. “The sales staff retailer that has

goes out of their way to be friendly and a way of making

extremely helpful to shoppers and they c u s t o m e r s

don’t act haughty like some other quality feel special is Learn how Frisco went from a small railroad town
retailers tend to do,” says Nordstrom Market Street. to a booming city at Frisco Heritage Museum.
regular, Felicia Kaiser. “Whether carrying From greeting

items to the dressing room for you or customers by name when they come in southeast of Frisco Square near city hall,

happily locating a size from another store the store to always having an associate is a living village comprised of building

if they don’t have what you are looking for, handy so customers don’t have to search and exhibits which will transport you

their sales staff works hard to make sure for help, Market Street prides itself back in time, allowing you to experience

their customers have a positive shopping on making friendly, efficient customer our city’s storied past. Visitors not only

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Market Street employees will gladly help you
plan your next meal, above.

see and hear about the past but can also
participate in recreating history in many
of the interactive exhibits throughout
the museum and historic structures. Try
your hand at ginning raw cotton, testing
out a turn of the century vintage printing
press or visiting houses, stores and gas
stations from a bygone era. Guests will
see first-hand how Frisco went from a
small railroad town at the turn of the
century to a modern-day, booming
economic center. Exhibits range from
collections of fascinating local artifacts
and historical photographs, to an old-
time cinema house, showing historic
multimedia presentations that are sure to
captivate the imagination. The Heritage
Center is an ideal place for students, as
history comes alive right before their very
eyes, and they are encouraged to touch,
view and hear the past. In addition, the
18,000-square-foot museum space, as
well as the adjacent historic structures,
which include the old Lebanon Baptist
Church, are perfect for weddings and
other family events. The museum is
also host to a number of family-friendly,
historical special events throughout the
year.

Chris Martin is a freelance writer who finds
writing cheaper than therapy.

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Staff Favorites

“T he best nachos in Frisco are at Blue Goose.
I order the beef fajita nachos.”
CHRIS FRITCHIE

“ Best Tapas in Frisco: Costco! On a good
Saturday I can nosh on free mini-quiche, crab
cakes and tandoori naan with blueberry goat
cheese while stocking up on econo-sized
packs of paper towels and socks. Love it!”
ALLISON HARRELL

“T he best lunch in Frisco would have to be
the General Tso’s chicken with fried rice at
Golden Moon.”
ANDREA HIKEL

“ The best burger in Frisco is Bob’s Queso
Burger at Kenny’s Burger Joint.”
ANDREW JOHNSON

“T he best smoothies in Frisco are at Smoothie
Zone. I get the Acai low-carb smoothie with
strawberries.”
CHRIS JOHNSON

“ The best old-fashioned show of civic pride
is the Frisco Community Parade. Happy
children, homemade parade floats and
community spirit. What could be better?”
CHRIS MARTIN

“ The best lunch date with my husband is at 5th
Street Café. I get the grilled Tabasco chicken
sandwich; my husband gets the fish tacos
and we share a brownie.”
LEAH RATLIFF

“ The best pizza place in Frisco is Luigi’s.”
GEORGE RODRIGUEZ

“T he best place to hang out with your kids

would have to be Dr Pepper Ballpark

watching the RoughRiders.”
LESA SWIMELAR

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screening questions. On the phone you will

have the opportunity to set up a face-to-

face interview with an advisor where your

identification will be checked, a background

screening will be conducted and they will

screen for emotional stability. The process

is based on mutual consent and you will al-

ways get to see the other person’s pictures

and profiles before you date them so there

is no awkward blind dating.

“The main basis of our program is to

choose someone who is right for the

member. If I’m doing my job correctly, you

shouldn’t have to meet more than five peo-

ple,” states Stefanie. “People are looking

The Dating Game: for the right person, not to date a hundred
different people. There is no limitation to
the number of searches they get. And we

the story of a business are there for the entire process.”
that takes the game Privacy and lack of misrepresentation are

out of dating the most important differences between
GE Dallas and other competitors. “On-
line dating services are a breeding ground
for misrepresentation,” says Stefanie.” Al-
though other sites claim to reject profiles

that are “inappropriate,” screeners “rely

on the applicants to tell them. So, obvious-

ly, married people can get past the screen-

GREAT EXPECTATIONS DALLAS, a fanie purchased a membership to GE for ers.” The thorough interview process at

“personal matchmaking program,” for lack her mom for Mother’s Day in May of 1999. GE ensures that each member is sincere

of better words, acts more as a life coach Although her mom was a bit skeptical, she and safe. GE’s staff is dedicated, creating

and best friend than what the name entails. used her membership and met Scott with- an environment in which they each know

Greeted by Stefanie Hogan, Dallas Center in five months of joining. They were mar- their members on a personal level. Most of

Director, you will immediately feel at ease. ried in November of 2001. “She is a tough the staff has worked at GE for more than

Stefanie and her team make you feel like one—very picky—but we did it and she 15 years. They dedicate their quality time

you are having a conversation with an old and Scott are incredibly happy together.” thinking about the betterment of their

friend. She remembers your name, your In fact, the current owner of GE Dallas, members and especially enjoy brainstorm-

likes, dislikes and has one specific, helpful Mr. John Meriggi, met his wife through the ing for the popular and fun future events.

personality trait in particular: the ability Houston location and they recently cel- When you are a member, you get to en-

to read people and match them with their ebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. joy summer musical events, speed dating

soul mates. Great Expectations Dallas events, happy hours, cruises, sport-
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something for everyone.
than online dating sites. Having been 214.390.5200
in business for more than 36 years, Whether you are too busy to
GE knows what they are doing. date, are tired of the bar scene,don’t
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their members. Their discreet team are looking for, GE Dallas will meet

also guarantees personal involvement. Members Hettie and Jerry describe their you where you are. Whatever your rea-

“People who think they are unmarketable experience as “very personal; the ladies at soning may be to quit your current social

and will never find love, find it through our Great Expectations were very encouraging habits, GE will be there to back you up and

program. It’s such a rewarding business,” and thoughtful. We got support every step point you in the right direction. They guide

Stefanie states, beaming. of the way.” you through the process of finding your

Curious where Stefanie’s passion for The process of joining is simple. “other half,” as well as introducing you to a

matchmaking came from? In April of 1996, First, take a quick look at the website, new, exciting social circle. In the words of

Stefanie’s Dad passed away. Empathizing www.greatexpectationsdallas.com, or call success story couple Ruth and David, “Just

with the void in her mother’s heart, Ste- 214.390.5200, and answer a few pre- give it a shot. What do you have to lose?”

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PNeovheriFseHar,ere! DINING

BY HEATHER RODRIGUEZ a smart choice for our venture. My fears
are calmed in mere seconds, as Poh,
a pleasant, friendly server, appears to
welcome us and offer drinks. Reverting
to our comfort zone, we order our usual
vodka and soda. Too boring? Best Thai’s
bar is stocked with a nice selection of beer,
wine and a few spirits. As we unwind and
enjoy our cocktails, my eyes wander to
the interesting Asian art; hanging on the
gold fabric covered walls and placed with
purpose around the restaurant. Elephants
embellished with crystals, large wooden
ships and a sparkling aquarium along
the back wall offer a taste of culture from
Thailand. My stomach is on high alert
and my mouth waters as servers whisk by
delivering food. Poh confirms our table is
ready and escorts us to our window seats
overlooking the square.

Salad Rolls
with Shrimp

Tom Kha Spicy Coconut Soup
with Chicken

Pad Kee Mow

WE ARE DEFINITE creatures of habit karma.

when it comes to restaurants, but on this Immediately, we are welcomed into

beautiful, warm and crazy-windy Saturday Best Thai and join the other families

night, my husband, George, and I were on eagerly awaiting their Thai experience. G

a mission to step out of our usual, and Best gives the smiling hostess our name then

Thai Frisco was our destination. Wow! As scurries off to wash the bird from his arm.

we turned into Frisco Square, there were While waiting, I admire the warm, dimly lit

spirited people everywhere, dressed in atmosphere. An ample, but cozy, dining

red, white and blue excited for the FC room and colorfully lit bar waits. Best Thai The menu is extensive and a bit

Dallas game. We love Frisco. sits on the northeast side of the square, overwhelming for a couple of rookie Thai

Hmmm … where to park? After circling and its many window tables offer a perfect eaters, so we decided to enlist Poh’s help.

the square with hubby at the wheel, he opportunity to people-watch and enjoy As we explain this is our first experience

pulls into the “Best Thai To Go 15 Minute the view. and are interested in trying several courses,

Parking” space right in front. I frown, as we With his newly clean hands, G joins she is happy, even excited, to guide us.

are not “to go” customers this evening, me and we decide to wait for our table The starters menu is full of various rolls,

but know this is a battle I would not win. at the bar. Immediately, it is obvious that chicken dumplings, edamame and even

Happy with himself, G hops out of the car, many have enjoyed the bar this evening, wings with the amount of spice customized

only to be “christened” by a bird from as things seem a bit chaotic and out of to taste (1=mild to 5=extra spicy). Upon

above. Smirking, I can only think it must be place. I question whether we have made recommendation, we chose the healthy

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Ka-Pow with Beef Pinapple Fried Rice

Best Thai Salad Rolls, adding shrimp. Four the description of the Pineapple Fried fried with the rice. The pineapple is just

generous rolls arrive and look delicious. Rice, so I decided to add it to our order. enough to satisfy our sweet tooth. That

The vegetables and shrimp wrapped It promises to be interesting and delicious said, dessert, however tempting, is not

in soft rice paper are both crunchy and combining pineapple, onion, eggs and happening this visit. We do examine the

chewy. Cilantro is a prevalent flavor, and tomato with the steamed rice. Poh delivers dessert menu for next time and vow to try

when the roll is dipped in the homemade our entrees and before we take our first the sticky rice with mango and at least one

peanut sauce, it is especially yummy. bites, we admire the beautiful array of of the ice cream choices.

Forgoing the salads, we jump to the Tom colors on our plates. The smell is almost as Phew! We have cleaned our plates, are

Kha Spicy coconut soup with chicken. Poh heavenly. I take a bite of my Pad Kee Mow stuffed and completely content. G and

describes the soup as “sweet and sour with – mmmmm. The fresh, big, flat noodles I conclude our next visit will most likely

lots of spice.” Perfect! A generous bowl of have a chewy, almost doughy, texture that find us sharing an entree as our generous

flavors arrives and we quickly divide and suits me perfectly. In combination and portions have caused us to overindulge.

dive into the steaming mixture. Upon first contrast to the noodles, the vegetables Our server and guide, Poh, was extremely

taste, the coconut is creamy and sweet. It is are stir-fried and fully cooked, but remain helpful and patient for our first Best Thai

balanced perfectly by the tender chicken, crisp. We agree, the just right spiced (#2) experience. She introduced us to one of

mushrooms, onion and blended flavors of garlic-chili sauce coats the entree evenly the owners who graciously thanked us

lemongrass, chili and lime. Although the and the flavorful basil and chicken is a for coming, even while scolding us for

soup isn’t as spicy as I expected, it does welcome taste. Moving swiftly to G’s Ka- taking seven years to find her delicious

not disappoint. The menu also includes a Pow, I am surprised at how much more food. The restaurant proved to be not only

more filling substantial version of this soup kick it has—4 out of 5 on the spice scale. comfortable and casual but felt familiar

and all others made with noodles. His dish also has the crisp broccoli and by the end of the evening as we waved to

Deliberating over the main course carrots, but adds bell pepper and bamboo several families we knew from the Frisco

proves challenging, as the choices are shoots. The beef is tender and succulent Lacrosse team. As we prepared for the

vast—chicken, beef, seafood, pork, accompanied by fresh garlic-chili sauce, short walk to our car, still parked in the 15

vegetables, tofu, noodles, curry, fried rice, however it is not as plentiful as in the Pad minute to go spot (frown), G scanned the

steamed rice ... Poh, please help! After Kee Mow. Now for the highly anticipated trees for birds. It has been an adventure to

much consideration, it’s the Ka-Pow (Thai Pineapple Fried Rice. Whatever the rice detour from our creature of habit places

basil) with beef for G and Pad Kee Mow lacks in vibrant colors compared to our and enjoy Best Thai Frisco.

(spicy noodle) for me. While I opted for main course, it makes up in blissful flavor.

a 2-3 on the spicy scale, hubby chooses The sweetness of the pineapple balances Heather Rodriguez is a Frisco mom of three

4, very spicy. I cannot take my eyes off perfectly with the onions and tomato stir- and wife to George, her Prince Charming.

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SMALL BITES

BLUE MESA GRILL
214.387.4407
8200 Dallas Pkwy, Plano
www.bluemesagrill.com
Blue Mesa’s famous Mother’s Day
brunch will be an all day buffet with
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locations). Price includes champagne,
Mimosas, coffee, tea or soft drinks.
Limited reservations available.

BONNIE RUTH’S CAFÉ TROTTOIR
214.705.7775
6959 Lebanon Rd., Frisco
www.bonnieruths.com
Spoil your mother at Bonnie Ruth’s
Champagne Brunch Buffet with mimosas
on the patio, house-make desserts and
menu items that tantalize the taste buds.
Limited reservations available.

BUCA DI BEPPO
972.668.3287
8580 State Highway 121, Frisco
www.bucadibeppo.com
Opening at 11 a.m. on Mother’s Day,
Buca di Beppo encourages you to treat
all the special women in your life to a
meal fit for a queen, which includes their
authentic Italian wine service.

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EDUCATION

for everyone,” says Coach Joe. He adds,

“Our mission is to teach young players to

love the game of baseball and how the

game should be played with passion. Our

motto is ‘teach multiple positions, win and

have fun.’”

According to the parents, the coaches

are succeeding on all counts. Dad Robert

Friedman whose son, Austin, has been

playing ball since he could walk, says, “You

watch these kids practice, and you can

see how focused they are. You can also

see how much fun they’re having.” Two

years ago, Austin was named to the All-

Star team along with talented players from

other teams. Mr. Friedman says, “We saw

what a good group of boys we had on that

team and how well they played together.”

He continued, saying, “The parents got

together with the coaches from the All-

Star team, and we decided to build our

own team. The Red Stix and the White Stix

have developed out of that.”

Another parent Sara Stallcup says, “This

team is like an extended family on and off

Coach Joe teaches young players to the field. I trust those coaches with my son’s
love the game of baseball. life. They make us all feel like family. They
coach like coaches should; without giving

preferential treatment to their own kids.”

She adds, “The coaches are phenomenal

JOSÉ DIAZ (Coach Joe) loves his kids. he’s happy to give back to the community with the kids; they’re such great role

They are: first, the three boys who call that continues to bring him such pleasure. models. Coach Joe calls my son, Gabriel,

him “dad” and second, the 24 other little Volunteering as one of the nine assistant his fourth son. I think the parents and the

boys who call him “coach.” All three of his coaches for the Frisco Stix teams qualifies boys are making lifelong friendships here.

sons love to play ball, and that led him to as one of those pleasures. He never It’s so much fun looking out there on the

volunteer. He was stopped smiling field and seeing smiles on the boys’ faces

a football coach On and Off as he talked about even though they’re working hard on their
when his oldest the Field the teams he so skills.”
was five. He’s still vigorously supports.
coaching his middle His enthusiasm lights Mr. Friedman’s son, Austin, and Stallcup’s
son in football and his eyes and hurries son, Gabriel, share their thoughts on why
was recruited to his speech, as though they love coming to practice. Almost in
serve as one of the he’s worried there’s unison they say, “ Because it’s fun!” Then,
chattering back and forth and talking over

assistant coaches BY CAREN AUSTEN not enough time each other they say, “We do stations to
for the Frisco Select to say all the good work on specifics. We like the other kids.

baseball teams: the things he wants to We’re undefeated. Every team we play

Red Stix and the White Stix. That’s how express. loses.”

he became a father figure to the boys on “Practice for these teams is a family Gabriel reports, “Sometimes the

those teams. affair. It’s not one of those ‘oh, no. I have coaches give us fun projects like hitting

Coach Joe works as a school bus service to take the kid to practice tonight.’ We’re the ball far away and then we have to

technician for Frisco ISD for his day job. all excited to be here. The 24 families dive for the base. I like to dive, because

He’s proud to point out that he’s been involved in the Red and White teams have I get dirty. My mom doesn’t like it when

there nine years. Frisco-born and raised, become like family. It’s a great experience I dive.” Austin also commented that he

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Players are taught values, responsibility and
dedication, on and off the field.

liked playing for the team, because “we own up to those mistakes. At the same says Vince Barnes, a co-worker of Coach

have like a thousand coaches.” His dad, time, we make sure they’re having fun.” Joe’s, who works as a bus driver for Frisco

corrected him, saying, “Nine, Austin. You ISD. According to Mr. Barnes, “What I first
noticed about Joe was his determination
have nine coaches.” It seems about the “W e teach them discipline. and the fact that he is so helpful and

same to Austin, as he punches his glove

and kicks the dirt. honest. Joe is a man of integrity who has a
lot to offer those boys.” Mr. Barnes reports,
They are responsible forCoach Joe brags that team manager

and head coach Chris Reynolds played pro “He’s the kind of man who will speak up
and defend what’s right no matter what.
their own equipment.ball. He says, “I thought I knew baseball

until I started coaching under Chris.” Mr. When I heard he was involved as a coach,
I thought ‘He’s perfect for that,’ because
They pack their ownReynolds explains that he was drafted by

the Tampa Bay Rays in 1997 and played in he’s real. He is what a man should be. He
has a standard that he holds to no matter
equipment bags, and ifthe minors. He gave up pro ball and moved
to Frisco to work with BSN Sports where he who he’s with.”
is branch manager. He quickly got involved something is left at home, Getting Coach Joe to talk about himself
coaching older teams whose players went it’s not the parents’ fault.”
on to play in college. Now he’s happy to be is a challenge. He’d rather talk about his
working with the younger boys on these family or the team. He does admit to being
a Frisco native, “I remember griping, when

select teams. Mr. Reynolds says, “Our Mr. Reynolds takes his turn to brag on I was a kid, about having to go all the way

teams play a little more intensely than the Coach Joe, “ He brings dedication to the to Plano to eat out. Frisco has grown up

average team.” He also says, “We teach organization. He’s reliable and just an all- all around us and now everything is right

them discipline. They are responsible for around good guy. He has a son on one here.” For him, Coach Joe says, baseball

their own equipment. They pack their own of the teams, but he’s out there for all 24 has become a family event. “You know

equipment bags, and if something is left at kids. He’s been part of the organization when you have kids, your social life

home, it’s not the parents’ fault. The child since the very beginning and is included changes. Now we go out during the week

must take responsibility. We teach them in every decision regarding the club. He’s to practice and to games or tournaments

discipline on and off the field. If they make a real stand-up guy.” on the weekends.”

mistakes on the field, we expect them to “Joe is just the man to teach values,” He says one of the qualities he’s most

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pleased to see his son develop through Stafford helped so many people and not a sports girl. It’s one of the reasons I fell

baseball is discipline, “During football and just students. She helped me and coached in love with him, and it’s something we do

baseball seasons, which end up taking me -- she did that for many people. She together. I go to most practices and to

most of the year, my son doesn’t drink especially helped students and families every game our boys are in.” They agree

any soda -- nothing but water. He’ll drink who didn’t speak English well. I was born on the importance of family, “When our

sports drinks kids get older,

after practice or they’ll have the

a game, but the memories of what

rest of the time they did and that

it’s water.” Coach their parents were

Joe adds, “He’s there for them.”

also learning According to

respect, because Christi, the coach

we teach it on gives his best

and off the field. to whatever he

We insist on ‘yes does. “He’s so

sir’ and ‘no sir.’” rare. Not many

Those values people give the

reflect what effort it takes to

Coach Joe and do things just the

his wife teach at way they should

home, “I try to be done. When

instill the right he’s coaching,

values in my kids. I those boys get

believe they learn The Frisco Stix the best he has to
foremost from give.”

the home.” The Sons Joseph,

coach doesn’t mind sharing his philosophy in America, so I didn’t have a problem with Jody and José Diaz IV enjoy having their

of life: “I believe that God is number one. that. But I saw what it meant to others. I dad as a coach, though José, who is 14, has

There’s only one Lord and Savior, Jesus decided that I wanted to be like her and do now outgrown his dad’s coaching. In spite

Christ, and He comes first. After that come something that mattered.” of that, José says, “He encourages me to

my wife and kids.” He says he made drastic “ I made up my mind that I try out new things. Dad started coaching
changes in his life just before his senior would finish high school me in football when I was five; now I’m into
year in high school, “After my parents’ weightlifting, power lifting and wrestling,
divorce, I moved in with my sister and her as well as football.”

family, and I made a decision.” According “He’s a good cooker,” says 12-year-old
Jody, adding, “He cooks on the grill. Stuff
and make something ofto Coach Joe, it was a pivotal decision. “I
made up my mind that I would finish high like hamburgers, hot dogs and steaks.” He
and his younger brother, Joseph, who is
myself ... I wanted my lifeschool and make something of myself.” He

continues by saying, “I have a lot of family eight, agree that their dad is a good coach.
Joseph likes having his dad as his coach on
to be different; I didn’tmembers in jail or prison. Some are no

longer with us because of that. I wanted the Red Stix team, “He practices with me
and helps me a lot.” Joseph concludes, “I
want to be a statistic, somy life to be different; I didn’t want to

be a statistic, so I had to make different love him.”
Coach Joe is uncomfortable with the
I had to make differentchoices.”

“I had long hair and wore earrings, focus being on himself, “All this is not
really about me,” he says, “I do what I do
choices.”ragged jeans and T-shirts,” says Coach Joe.

He said his high school teachers couldn’t Mrs. Stafford responded to Coach Joe’s because of the kids. It’s about them.” He

believe what they were seeing when he comments, “I’m so happy he’s involved finishes with, “I wouldn’t change anything

showed up in slacks, a dress shirt and a with his kids. He came up in kind of a rough in my life. Someone could offer me an

tie. Not just for the first day of school but environment, you know. He’s definitely a unbelievable amount of money to do

for each and every day of his senior year. success story.” something else, but it would mean nothing

He says, “I had some teachers who told Coach Joe’s wife, Christi, agrees that to me. I’m happy with my life and wouldn’t

me I wouldn’t amount to anything. Maybe he’s succeeded. “He’s a very passionate change a thing. I love my kids – all of them.”

that motivated me to prove them wrong.” man who loves the Lord first and then his

One teacher though he never had her for family.” She continues, “He takes care of Caren Austen, from Dallas, continues to

a class, impressed him so deeply that she everyone else before himself.” His love of be amazed that she is paid to do what she

became an example for him to follow. “Sue sports is just fine with her. She says, “I’m loves.

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TRAVEL

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
BY LESA SWIMELAR

Period performers greet you at the front gate
of the Scarborough Renaissance Festival.

FROM THE MOMENT you enter the front with true Renaissance experts to make sure in front of the face of a castle, with the

gate, you are treated like royalty; escorted you look the part. Truly, about 50 percent queen sitting high above watching knights

back in time to a magical experience. For of the crowd is completely decked out for fight for her favor. These men are amazing

32 years, the Scarborough Renaissance the festival — it’s like a giant costume gala. athletes, being knocked off their horses

Festival has opened its gates to celebrate Purchasing a program is highly and landing flat on their backs as if falling

the year 1533 and the court of King Henry r e c o m m e n d e d , on a trampoline.

VIII and Queen Anne Boleyn. The festival is as there are many My youngest

rich with unique entertainment, handmade scheduled, “must even asked, “Is

arts and crafts and fantastic festival food. see” shows and this supposed to

Traveling to Waxahachie, Texas with exhibits you do happen?” Horses

my two sons (ages 9 and 7), I wasn’t sure not want to miss. running toward

exactly what to expect. I had been to In addition, the each other and the

Scarborough years ago before I was a area is huge, so a piercing crack of

mother and had a wonderful time, but map is somewhat the javelin striking

to see it through my boys’ eyes was just of a necessity. Plus, the knight’s shield

hysterical. After seeing the costumed all the wandering, create a shutter

crowd and hearing the patrons speak, my singing musicians, through the crowd

youngest whispered with a funny look, “It’s m a g i c i a n s , as the defeated

like we’ve gone back in time!” They asked storytellers, fire horseman hits the

so many questions, making it a wonderful jugglers and ground.

learning experience that I know they random sword fighting performers When the tournament was over,

enjoyed. throughout the village may easily distract we trailed over to the Glass Blowing

If you are really in the mood to immerse you from your path. demonstration to watch a craftsman create

yourself in the scenery, a costume rental Immediately, my sons wanted to see the the most incredible glass sculptures.

shop is located at the front gate, staffed jousting tournament, set in a large arena My oldest sat on the front row, watching

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Three full combat jousts take place each day at the Scarborough Renaissance Festival.

intently. After, he even said he wanted to Inside this tower is an exhibit of trial, T h e r e

do that some day! Other demonstrations public punishment, torture, imprisonment is also

throughout the day included Gargoyle and execution. The tower is a massively a dis-

Creations, Metal Working, Stone Carving, detailed recreation of a medieval castle play of

Candle Making, Sword Making, Soap that has the sound and feel of a real 16th weapons used to slay and capture these

Making and Papermaking. century dungeon. We skipped this, as my beasts! This exhibit is open for all ages, but

We then hurried across a bridge to see son’s were too young to see such things, mine were a little wary of this attraction.

the knife throwing show on the Gypsy but I do wish I’d had the opportunity. The journey around the trails is amazing.

Stage where a father and son interact Along all the streets, you will find walking
vendors selling warm pretzels, pastries,
“M y boys were con-with funny banter and throw knives. I was
even chosen from the audience to be their roasted nuts and kettle corn. One moment
assistant! My boys were concerned at cerned at first with we’d be surrounded by a band of belly
first with their mother on stage with knife dancers and flutists, and the next by

throwing bandits, but after, they thought jugglers and storytellers.
We then went into the many shops and
their mother on stageI was pretty cool (something I’m sure
they’ve not thought in a while). spoke to the owners about the pewter
Then, I thought it was time they did with knife throwing mugs, carved walking staffs, jewelry,
sculptures, sand art and handmade musical
something out of character. So we jumped

in line to ride the elephant. We climbed instruments. They were all happy to explain
their history and how their treasures were
bandits, but after, theya flight of wooden steps to slide down
onto the saddle atop a giant pachyderm, made. One shop sold armory and gave a
flapping his giant ears back on our legs. My thought I was pretty tutorial and demonstration to my boys.
oldest sat in front, feeling like Tarzan, while We even bought a handcrafted stain-glass

my youngest had a hard time enjoying the wind chime as a souvenir.
Other shops and stands offered a
cool.”ride. It was a memory they will not forget,
and I was so glad to be a part of it. Another exhibit we passed was The variety of face-painting, unusual hair

We then decided to head over to the Mythical Monster Museum. This walk- braiding by The Twisted Sisters, Henna

Petting Zoo, however on our way there, we through attraction is filled with vampires, tattoos, massages and even a vendor

passed The Dungeon of Yorkshire Tower. trolls, mermaids, tiny fairies and dragons. that can make pointed fairy ears that fit

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Clockwise from top left, Craftsmen give Glass They finally decided on huge fire roasted frozen margaritas and Bellinis.
Blowing demonstrations; Costumed patrons turkey legs and steak-on-a-stick, followed After walking the full map of the festival
roam the festival; Shows and exhibits are by Queen Anne’s funnel cakes and Italian
scheduled throughout the day; A variety of fruit ice served atop an orange. There grounds and feeling we’d done it all, I
shops are available to purchase handmade were so many selections; it was hard to left knowing I’d created one of those
souvenirs. choose one over another. There were memories with my kids they will tell others
later in life. Like a touchstone in their life,

meatball wrap sandwiches, Grecian Gyros I’m hoping one day they will look back on

perfectly onto your own! Watching little and something called a “Royal Scottish their road and remember when we were

girls run about with glittery face-paint, Egg” – a hardboiled egg wrapped with there together, doing something a little

flowered head-wreaths around twisted spicy sausage, coated in breadcrumbs different, really special and totally ours.

braids, wearing brightly colored flowing and deep-fried -- just to name a few. The The Festival opens on April 7 and runs

skirts and pointed fairy ears is nothing Scottish Egg was so bizarre I just couldn’t eight weekends through May 28, including

short of a storybook tale. do it … but they said it is very popular. Memorial Day Monday. The gates open at

The food was another of our favorite Yikes! 10 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

parts of the trip. The boys had a hard The festival is also proud of its many

time deciding what to eat, with all the unique pubs and taverns, which feature Lesa Swimelar is an account

unusual items each kitchen offered. My musicians, entertainment, domestic and executive for Frisco STYLE

only rule was to try something different. import beers, craft beers, stouts, wine, Magazine.

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NOW & THEN

Old vs.
New Frisco

BY BOB WARREN

My wife, who spent much of her

childhood in poorly heated and cooled,

drafty frame houses, sends her thanks

skyward for today’s central heat and cool

air.

But some told me they really liked living

in a small town where they all knew and took

care of each other. There were no privacy

fences. Dogs, cats and children all ran free.

Neighborhood mothers “mothered” any

and all kids, and when sickness or a crisis

arose, help was as near as next door. If a

farmer got sick or disabled at harvest time,

friends pitched in and harvested his crop.

Bob Warren urges Life here was almost like one big family.
residents to keep the Sure, we liked the neighborly part, but as
friendliness alive in Frisco
you might guess, there were drawbacks to

the “no privacy fence” and open windows

(before air conditioning) days. There were

RECENTLY, while waiting for my wife, has changed Frisco and what they like and few secrets. Everyone knew your business

Wanda, to get her nails “sharpened” in a dislike about those changes. - who went to church, mowed their yard or

local nail salon, I struck up a conversation Stay with me as I share with you a few of did their washing on Sunday, who came in

with another customer. She said she has the things I learned in my interviews. drunk, loud and rowdy and what couples

been a Frisco resident since 1991, loves Obviously, most of the changes have were “spatting.” If you didn’t learn those

Frisco, but fears the growth is making our been for the better. Some of the “old things first-hand you soon heard them

community less and less friendly. timers,” those here when Frisco was a on the party line. Although this made life

Hearing this shocked me. Frisco has sleepy little town of 600 to 700 people, interesting and much like a soap opera, I

always prided itself in being a friendly were quick to point out positive changes, don’t really miss that part of life in a small

place, and I hope we never lose that title. such as having a mall and many other town.

Someone said, “To have friends, you have shopping places. A far cry from the days Some say they miss the freedom of

to, first, be a friend.” Let me urge you to when you couldn’t buy a pair of men’s children playing ball on vacant lots, or

take this adage with you as you go about socks in Frisco. It’s the same with good even in the streets, without fear of being

town. Smile and make eye contact with eating places and churches -- we’ve gone “run over.” Then they remember how

those you meet. When driving, use friendly from four churches in the old days to a much better it is today to have ball fields

hand signals to greet those around you. multitude of great places of worship. galore in one of the greatest park systems

Let them know they are among friends. Our neighbor, Lois Cates, grew up anywhere for a city of our size.

Upon hearing the resident’s concern on a farm located on an often muddy, Another on the list of things missed

about “losing our friendliness,” I decided impassable dirt road. She said, “I from the early days is having just one high

to conduct a little poll by asking both new frequently thank God for paved roads and school for the whole town. It was “Good

and old residents how they feel growth running water!” Old Frisco High” with colors blue and

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gold—one school song and one mascot, comfort features we take for granted a federal grant. This paved the way for
the “Frisco Coons.” We knew most today. indoor plumbing and spelled the demise
everyone in school. There were only 18 in of most of the outhouses in Frisco.
my graduating class in 1938, so we were Many people I interviewed said their pet
able to keep in touch with most of our peeve with Frisco’s growth is the heavy For those of you who never had the
members through the years. Yes, I too miss traffic it has generated. I have to agree “privilege” of using an outhouse, let me
those things until I think how blessed we that today’s traffic is far from pleasant, tell you some of the perils I experienced
are today to have one of, if not the best, but remember we just need to be more as a youngster. To add to the discomfort
school systems in the nation, with six high patient and “drive friendly.” of using pages from a Sears-Roebuck
schools, 12 middle schools, 30 elementary catalogue for toilet paper, and making the
schools and even more opening next year. Now, let me add my two cents worth to long trek to the “two-holer” day and night,
Plus, the district has many other first class the list of good and bad changes. in all kinds of weather - hot, cold, raining or
facilities we “old timers” could never have hailing (when you gotta go, you gotta go),
dreamed of having. Personally, I miss not being able to ask my parents located our outhouse in the
our one telephone operator (we called her chicken yard. Chickens grazed around, and
One friend said, “I miss the days when “Central”) where Tom Roach or John Elliott even under the seats of the open backed
a “deal,” (a loan or a contract) could be was if they didn’t answer their phone. outhouse. As a little kid, I always had the
sealed with only a handshake—and it was “Central” could usually tell you if they fear of being bitten by a spider or pecked
kept.” I agree with that “miss.” were at the drug store, the lumberyard or on my bare bottom as I sat as briefly as
the blacksmith shop. Then, I wake up to possible on the cold, hard seat.
A fellow, old enough to remember reality and remember the inconvenience
buying gasoline for nine cents per gallon, of those old party line phones that were So, join me as we pause daily to give
said he missed having a “filling station” often busy and were tied to the wall. How thanks for friends and for the many
attendant fill his tank, check his oil, wash nice it is today to have cordless phones so positive changes we have gained through
his windshield, check his tires and sweep we can move around while we talk and cell the years— especially the luxury of indoor
his floorboard for free. Then, I reminded phones so we can locate most any of our plumbing!
him of the kind of cars we had to drive in friends and loved ones wherever they are!
those days. I certainly don’t miss cars with Bob Warren is a local historian, former
no heat, no air conditioning, no power One of my favorites, a positively GREAT mayor of Frisco and a regular contributor
steering, no radio and a lacking few other change: I give thanks most every day for of Frisco STYLE Magazine.
indoor plumbing! The city built its first
sewer system in 1935 with the help of

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PROFILE

Putting the Unity in Community
BY CAROLYN CAMERON

EMILY BORST has always been a team and worst of all, a severe spinal cord and other adjoining areas have formed a

player. Having played volleyball and run injury. She recovered at Baylor Hospital team – “Team Borst” – pulling together to

track throughout her high school years, Medical Center in Dallas, working through prepare Mrs. Borst and Emily’s home for

Emily is a strong girl who doesn’t back rehabilitation for more than a month.” wheelchair access, including remodeling

down from a challenge. However, no one She continues, of the home,

would ever want to take on her current “We have been applying new

opponent – especially as a twenty-two- so encouraged paint, installing

year-old college student with her whole life by her progress. new flooring,

ahead of her. Quite simply, Emily is facing She is so strong cleaning it from

one of the biggest challenges of her life. and has been top to bottom

On Super Bowl Sunday, Emily was in a able to transfer and working on

car accident and suffered a severe spinal herself to her bed general home

cord injury, robbing her of the ability to unassisted. Her repair, all on

walk. Still reeling from her father’s tragic physical therapist their own dime

death in December 2011, Emily was driving says she is very and their own

home and accidentally slammed into easy to coach. time.

a concrete embankment. A bystander Being an athlete “When the

witnessed the wreck and called 911. Emily’s her entire life, she has always been a team accident happened, I was completely

mother, Jo Ann Borst, recalls the horrifying player.” focused on my daughter and the

event, “Emily was transported to the An outpouring of community support subsequent events. Everything else

closest trauma center, and I was informed has brought Emily a giant step closer to became a blur,” explains Mrs. Borst.

she had a punctured lung, broken ribs, recovery. Residents throughout Frisco “After the accident, I came back from the

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Centennial football players and Coach Justin
Merchant helped the Borst family with their
extensive “to do” list, top. John Sprague,
Assistant Operations Manager of the Frisco
Home Depot, donated all the necessary
supplies for remodeling of the home, below.

hospital on a Monday morning to pick up

my phone charger, and I received a call

from a friend confirming a date to attend

a job fair, since I had recently lost my job.

I explained the circumstances and change

of events. From there, everything started

in motion. My friend posted the need on

Facebook, and the community response

has been overwhelming. In an instant,

everything turned around. People started

praying and others started volunteering. I

do not begin to know each person who has

been in my home, working tirelessly on our

behalf, but I know the spirit of their work.

We are so very blessed.”

Contractors have torn down walls in

the family room to widen doorways and

have opened two rooms to create a more

spacious suite for Emily. A wheelchair

accessible shower is being installed, and

the entire home has been repainted to

give it a fresh, new feel.

Jeff Baird, the Borst’s insurance

provider, immediately stepped into action

while Emily was in the hospital. Mr. Baird

pulled together key contacts, coordinated

efforts and furthered communication

between various volunteers and laborers.

Volunteer, Lynn Bergman, also known

as Frisco PR Girl, helped put word out

to the community to gather support for

the family. “I initially didn’t know Jo Ann

or Emily personally, but my heart hurts

deeply for them both. I am so thankful for

all of the people who have stepped up to

help,” Mrs. Bergman explains.

Indeed, the community has truly Robert P. Taylor, DPM
rallied around the family to help them Fellow, American College of Foot &
in their time of need. Mike Lohmann of Ankle Surgeons, Board Certified
Lohmann Construction, Inc. has headed

up the demolition of the Borst home, FRISCO
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Operations Manager of the Frisco Home 972-712-4161
Depot, donated all the necessary supplies
for the demolition and remodeling of the 5575 Warren Parkway, Ste. 101

Frisco, Texas 75034

(Baylor Medical Center of Frisco)

home, including paint, tape, caulking and www.stonebriarfootankle.com PLANO
drop clothes, to name just a few items.
John Carter of North Texas Custom 972-981-3101
Plumbing has volunteered his time, labor
and the cost of his supplies to install a 6124 W. Parker Road, MOB3, Ste. 230
handicapped bathroom and vanity for
Plano, Texas 75093

(Presbyterian Hospital of Plano)

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JoAnn and Emily Borst proudly show off
their newly remodeled handicap bathroom,
compliments of North Texas Plumbing.

wheelchair access. New tile and new are all so thankful. It just takes a little bit she had worked with several recreational

carpet have been installed throughout the from each person to help. Every little bit therapists in wheelchairs. Emily sees no

home – all at no charge. counts,” explains Mrs. Bergman. limits to what she can become, and she

Mrs. Bergman continues, “It’s been so Now recovering out of the hospital, has the greatest confidence in her team

heartwarming to see how Frisco and other Emily is continuing her rehab and of doctors and therapists. We have so

surrounding communities are pitching in therapies while putting her life back in much hope.”

to support the family. People have been order. Mrs. Borst is looking for work while And, as in any game, it’s about the

coming and going, volunteering their time she cares for her daughter. Emily hopes players, making the team and the

within their own ability and schedules, to return to work at some point and difference. Team Borst is alive and well,

giving where they can. Every little bit of continue her studies, as she is only two making the plays to help the Borst family

effort helps Jo Ann and Emily – and their credit courses away from her associate’s during this time. Mrs. Borst notes, “I don’t

work and support is so appreciated!” degree. look back or play the game of ‘would

In addition to the remodeling of the Both Mrs. Borst and Emily refuse to have, could have, should have.’ Every

house, volunteers have helped with believe Emily will not walk again. With day is a gift, and I feel like every person

landscaping their yard and fixing the their strong faith, as well as the support here has been such a Godsend. The huge

sprinkler heads. Gold Medal Pools has and generosity of others, and the hearts of this community are really so

drained and cleaned the swimming pool, combined hope of her family, friends, overwhelming. I don’t have the words.”

and a ramp is being fashioned for Emily to and strangers, Emily is on the road to If you would like to help the Borst

enter and exit the home easily. When Emily recovery. Mrs. Borst notes, “Emily’s spirit family, donations can be made at Chase

returned home from the hospital in early is not broken. We refuse to even speak of Bank, located at 7680 Preston Road,

April, the home was not yet complete from negative thoughts or diagnoses. Emily’s Frisco, TX 75034. In addition, an online

the renovations. The Westin Stonebriar initial doctor at Baylor said, ‘Emily, you do account is available for contributions with

Hotel, hearing of the Borst’s predicament, not know what God has planned through a bank account or credit card at wepay.

generously donated a five-night stay in a this,’ and he is right.” She pauses, smiles com/donations/132805. The Borst family

handicap accessible room. and continues, “Emily knows it will be is in need of a handicapped accessible

“The people of Frisco have so much lots of work, but she is determined to vehicle, making all contributions welcome.

compassion for the Borst family, many of walk again. Before the accident, she Thank you!

them never having met them. You can’t had been working at LA Fitness while

even imagine the financial and emotional attending community college. She has Carolyn Cameron is a freelance writer,

devastation Mrs. Borst and Emily are always had an interest in fitness and diet, mom to three vibrant, young

facing. In return, you can’t imagine the and she has been a lifelong athlete. It’s boys and enjoys running long-

blessings this family has received, and we interesting that in her professional choice, distance treks.

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DID YOU KNOW

FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR RICK PERRY
Gov. Rick Perry has appointed four members to the Select Committee on Economic Development, and named James Epperson Jr. of
Dallas presiding officer for terms to expire at the pleasure of the governor. Pursuant to House Bill 2785 of the 82nd Legislative Session,
the committee will make recommendations to the Legislature on economic development policies for the state. Along with Mr. Epperson
(senior vice president of AT&T Strategic and Employee Communications), Stacey Gillman Wimbish of Houston (president of Gillman
Companies), Carlton Schwab of Austin (president and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Council) and Mayor Maher Maso were
chosen for this committee.

HONORING OUR VETERANS
Families of WWII Veterans is a Frisco-based non-profit founded and chaired by a Frisco resident and businesswoman. The foundation
honors WWII veterans and their legacies by awarding scholarships. To learn more, visit www.familiesWW2veterans.org.

BIKE THE BRICKS
McKinney Main Street is teaming up with local cycling organization McKinney Velo to host the third Annual Historic Downtown McKinney
Bike the Bricks Criterium race on Friday, May 25. The event isn’t just for cyclists; it’s free and open to spectators, too. On race day, fans
will have the opportunity to enjoy the races and a beer garden. The event serves as a fundraiser for the McKinney Education Foundation.
Admission to the event is free to the public, and parking is plentiful throughout the 11 parking lots north, south, east and west of the
square. For additional information, contact McKinney Main Street at 972.547.2660 or visit www.downtownmckinney.com.

‘NO CHANGE’ FOR FRISCO
Frisco continues to work towards reducing water consumption by 10 percent and remains at Stage 3 restrictions, as recommended by
the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). Under Frisco’s Stage 3 restrictions, outdoor watering is limited to once a week on
trash collection day — but only if necessary. In addition to Stage 3, Frisco is currently operating under time-of-day restrictions as part
of its year-round Water Management Plan. Outdoor watering is prohibited between 5 a.m. – 8 a.m. and between 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Time-
of-Day restrictions coincide with Daylight Saving Time (DST), which began March 11 and run through November 4 of this year. For more
information, go to www.friscotexas.gov/water.

NATIONAL ACCREDITATION
The City of Frisco Parks & Recreation Department has achieved national accreditation, making it only the
seventh such department in Texas — and the 74th city department in the United States — to accomplish
this goal. To date, there are 102 accredited park and recreation agencies in the country. The Commission
for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) presented City of Frisco representatives with
a certificate of achievement March 29 during a ceremony in Washington, D.C. Established in 1989, CAPRA
is a division of the National Recreation and Park Association and the only national accreditation program
recognizing park and recreation agencies for excellence in operation and service. Photo provided by the City

of Frisco.

FRISCO’S FIRST DISC GOLF COURSE
The City of Frisco’s first ever, 18-hole disc golf course opened Saturday, April 7 at B.F. Phillips Community Park, 3335 Timber Ridge, near
the intersection of Lebanon and 4th Army Memorial Drive. The course is named for American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame inductee “Dash
for Cash.” The racing legend was born on B.F. Phillips’ Frisco ranch in 1973. The famous stallion was the first horse to have consecutive
victories in the Champion of Champions (1976 and 1977), according to the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum. “Dash for
Cash” experienced a dual career as a racehorse and sire of racehorses. For more information, visit www.friscofun.org/parks/parks/Pages/
BFPhillipsCommunityPark.

AWARD OF A LIFETIME
On Friday, March 23, the Shawnee Trail PTA presented Nurse Lori Larsen with the Honorary Texas Lifetime Membership Award. This award
is one of the highest honors presented to individuals for outstanding service to children. Nurse Larsen has been a dedicated member of
the Shawnee Trail staff for 12 years. She is known for her patient, kind and nurturing attitude and has dedicated her life to the well being of
children and youth. Nurse Larsen was also recognized at Frisco ISD’s 10th Annual Lifetime Membership Awards Banquet in April.

FIRST LADY LAURA BUSH TO SPEAK

“Be Inspired, Be Inspiring!” is the theme for the third Star Executive Summit featuring keynote speaker former First Lady Laura Bush on

May 24 at the Embassy Suites Frisco Conference Center. This fundraising event brings together philanthropists, business executives,

leaders and individuals in support of the mission of Star to raise the level of philanthropy in our community to positively impact children’s

lives. Proceeds from this event will go to Star Children’s Charity designated beneficiary, City House. For more information visit www.

starchildrens.com.

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confound; to perplex; to
bewilder.

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AEROSCAPE............................................................................ 98 COMPLETE OUTDOOR CONCEPTS....................................... 44
AMERICAN BANK OF TEXAS................................................. 22 CONSTABLE CHUCK PRESLEY, PCT. 3................................... 25
AMERICAN LEGEND HOMES................................................... 7 CORBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS............................................... 93
ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE................................... 75 COTTONWOOD CREEK MARINA.......................................... 37
AZURE MEDSPA/DR. KATHRYN WHITE................................ 87 CROSSLAND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY........................... 31
BANK OF THE OZARKS............................................................ 9 DALLAS IVF.............................................................................. 64
BAYLOR MEDICAL CENTER AT FRISCO................................... 2 DEPIL BRAZIL WAXING STUDIO............................................ 97
BELLAIR HEATING & COOLING............................................. 44 DERMALASE/ DR. KATHRYN WOOD .................................... 64
BIG D BOAT CLUB................................................................... 41 DERMATOLOGY CONSULTANTS OF FRISCO........................ 90
BLUE DOOR BOUTIQUE......................................................... 41 DFW CUSTOM WOOD FLOORS............................................. 49
THE BLUE ELEPHANT LEARNING CENTER........................... 81 DISTINCTIVELY HERS.............................................................. 98
THE BLUSHING BRIDE BOUTIQUE......................................... 93 EBBY HALLIDAY REALTORS.................................................. 106
BOB ALLEN FOR FRISCO........................................................ 31 EDWARD JONES / SCOTT SMITH.......................................... 14
BOUARI CLINIC........................................................................ 68 ELITE OB/GYN......................................................................... 89
BUCA DI BEPPO...................................................................... 70 EVERY DOG’S DAY.................................................................. 39
CENTENNIAL MEDICAL CENTER............................................. 5 EYE CARE AVENUE................................................................. 81
CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER............................................. 17 FELTS SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS SOLUTIONS....................... 66
COLLIN COLLEGE.................................................................... 78 FINGERPRINTS........................................................................ 75
COLONY AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING........................... 47 FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CENTER.............................................. 75

100COMMUNITY TRUST BANK.................................................. 107 FRISCO DENTAL ASSOCIATES............................................... 34

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